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Leaving no headstone unturned, Sacha Coward will take you on a wild ride through the night from ancient Greece to the main stage of RuPaul's Drag Race, visiting cross-dressing pirates, radical fairies, and the graves of the 'queerly departed' along the way. Queer communities have often sought refuge in the shadows, found kinship in the in-between, and created safe spaces in underworlds; but these forgotten narratives tell stories of remarkable resilience that deserve to be heard.

Shakespeare in Cosmos is the second part of Ozar, the first book in the pentalogy The World in Nowhereness. Shakespeare serves as the guiding light for the mystical traveler embarking on a journey to the enigmatic planet Zena, where they will encounter children possessing intelligence levels surpassing Earth's geniuses. The ruler of this extraterrestrial world is a 10-year-old prodigy named Ozar, whose name is the same as the supreme God. Ozar holds countless mysteries of the Universe, safeguarded within a small, enigmatic box. The allure of this extraordinary encounter promises to unravel ...

حكاياتٌ عن أعظم شعراء العربية، وقصص يسردها الأديب الكبير طه حسين كأنه يجلس أمامك. مناقشة الجانب الفني لشعراء الجاهلية، مع شرح وتحليل قصائدهم. ويختتم كتابه بمراسلات جرت بينه وبين عدد من أدباء عصره حول قضايا أدبية ونقدية كثيرة. فاستمع الآن

Modernism In T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land: Decoding Elements of Modernism in Literature"Modernism In T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land" offers a comprehensive exploration of T.S. Eliot's iconic masterpiece, "The Waste Land." Dive into the depths of modernism in literature and uncover the intricate layers of this enigmatic work, dissecting its elements with a critical eye. For modernist literature enthusiasts and T.S. Eliot admirers, don't miss this comprehensive guide to decoding the modernist elements within 'The Waste Land.' 'Modernism in T.S. Eliot's 'The Waste Land': A Critical Analysis' ...

Amor… Semifinalista del Premio 3 K 2019:”Poesía Romántica” ¡Cuántos sentimientos encontrados despierta en nosotros esta palabra tan breve y a la vez tan poderosa! Un sustantivo difícil de explicar, pero que, seguramente, la mayoría de los seres humanos hemos experimentado en alguna ocasión durante nuestra existencia, a través de alguna de sus diferentes aristas: amor de pareja, al prójimo, a nuestra familia, incluso a nuestras mascotas... ¿Pero cuál es el origen de este término tan importante, cuyo nacimiento vibra en el corazón de cada uno? “Suele entenderse que la ...

In Thoreau’s God, Richard Higgins invites seekers—religious or otherwise—to walk with the great Transcendentalist through a series of meditations on his spiritual life. Thoreau offers us no creed, but his writings encourage reflection on how to live, what to notice, and what to love. Though his quest was deeply personal, Thoreau devoted his life to communicating his experience of an infinite, wild, life-giving God.

Cuando Araceli Gutiérrez Olivares me preguntó por mis haikús, caí en la cuenta que hasta ahora no existía un libro como el que ya puedes leer. Es una obra en el que no solo se recoge una antología de mis haikús, los que he escrito en los últimos 34 años, sino que se incluyen algunas notas sobre el haikú, en general, dispersas en otras obras, y a las que he añadido para la ocasión algunas referencias para ampliar la aproximación, y el deleite, hacia la forma, así como el acompañamiento final que, como contrapunto, otorgan mis otras formas breves, 41, que, pese a no ser haikús...

Este libro nos lleva por distintos momentos de la literatura hispanoamericana, los caminos de diversos autores, la vida y la obra de grandes escritores. En ocho capítulos recorremos a través de ensayos y artículos, en los cuales de unen la rigurosidad académica y un atractivo relato, sensibilidades diversas, rupturas poéticas y narrativas, estilos y lenguajes que revolucionaron la creación literaria entre realidades y ficciones. En el primer capítulo se analiza el significado histórico, filosófico y literario de las crónicas de indias, dónde encontramos análisis nuevos y ...

For the quiet moments, the lingering feelings, and everything in between… Pages & Poems: A Life in Poetry is a tender and timeless collection of poems that invites you to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most. Written by Jacque Crutcher—a mother, grandmother, and lifelong writer—this collection captures decades of heartfelt reflection through verses that feel like home. With gentle wisdom and a sincere voice, these poems explore the everyday beauty of life: childhood memories, motherhood, faith, family, aging, and the strength found in love and loss. Each page is a ...

"Joe Giampaolo has written the most helpful and informative guide to the Gothic genre. The Reader's Companion to the Gothic Genre is written in clear and understandable language, providing the student of literature and the faithful reader of Gothic novels with a guide to understanding the genre's origin and the elements that place a novel in this genre." ~ Readers' Favorite This essay is the third installment in the Reader's Companion collection and it is a brief analysis of the Gothic genre in British literature from its origins in the middle of the 18th century to the ghost stories and ...

“This quick read is packed full of history and knowledge surrounding Austen from the first to the last page…any Austen fan will undoubtedly be enthralled by this educational, illustrated reader's companion.“ --The US Review of Books “This essential book is a well-rounded biography of one of the greatest English novelists of all time... Factual and articulate, Giampaolo is meticulous in chronicling what is known and believed to be true for the esteemed author.” --Indies Today “A richly textured, intimate, and lively work that casts a well-deserved spotlight on the famed writer......

Who would win when Marvel and DC’s mightiest heroes collide? It’s the ultimate fan question — whispered in theaters, debated online, shouted at cons. Now it’s finally time to settle the score. Power Rankings: MCU vs. DCEU is a no-holds-barred deep dive into the most iconic characters from both cinematic universes, pitting them in hypothetical battles based on feats, tactics, and raw power. From Thor vs. Superman, to Wonder Woman vs. Captain America, to Iron Man vs. Batman (with prep time), each chapter delivers cinematic breakdowns, fight scenarios, and verdicts that will spark new ...

When the predator becomes the prey it’s time to fight.Myles Devereux’s criminal empire is under threat, someone wants rid of him, and he’s being framed for murder. Devereux runs the lawless criminal gangs of Tudor London, controlling seedy taverns, brothels and excelling at extortion. He is both feared and successful. Connected to the crown through dubious lineage, he flaunts himself as royalty over the London underclass. Yet someone is daring to challenge him, murdering his bookkeeper and debtors and the Sherrif’s men are quick to accuse Devereux of the crimes. Richard Fitzwarren, ...

Hier sind es die Kinder selber, die eine lebendige Märchenhandlung aufführen und die Geschichte von Tamino und Papageno auf der Suche nach Weisheit und Glück erfrischend neu erzählen. So entstand ein spannendes, kurzweiliges und aufwändig produziertes Hörspiel, das Kinder auf spielerische Weise an klassische Musik heranführt und gleichzeit beim Zuhören fesseln und zum Nachspielen animieren kann.

Politics in India is deeply complex, and nowhere is this as apparent as in Maharashtra, where centuries-old fault lines of caste, region and ideology collide. In episode 5 of The Book Club, Amit Varma raves about Sujata Anandan's 'Maharashtra Maximus', the perfect guide to this complex subject.

Do you want to ignite your reading habit? Do you wish you read more books? Tune in every week to "The Book Club with Amit Varma". Every Sunday, our host will fill you in on the merits of one particular book, and the many contexts that make it worth reading. We will cover all genres and account for all tastes–and hey, you could use it as a catalyst to start your own little book club! In the first episode of The Book Club, Amit Varma explains why there are so many great reasons to read Orwell's essays.

Humans are the only species who can reprogram themselves. This is astounding. In episode 8 of The Book Club, Amit Varma recommends you read 'Hacking Darwin' by Jamie Metzl, a lucid summation of the technological implications of genetic science – and the ethical questions they raise.

Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' was published when she was 20 years old, but it is more than just a precocious book of early science fiction. In Episode 3 of The Book Club, Amit Varma explains how Shelley fearlessly tackled big themes, and delved as deep into human nature as the best literature of the time. Her book gave birth to many tropes that still exist – and showed an ambition that has since characterised the best writing in a genre she helped create.

This book is aimed at GCSE students of English Literature who are studying William Golding's Lord of the Flies. The focus is on what examiners are looking for, especially since the changes to the curriculum in 2015, and here you will find each chapter covered in detail. I hope this will help you and be a valuable tool in your studies and revision.

Se l'impressione che abbiamo degli uomini è che siano potenti, arroganti, violenti, egoisti e famelici, allora, di questi uomini, ve ne sarà traccia anche nelle opere chiave della nostra letteratura, quelle che hanno in qualche modo contribuito a consolidare una certa idea di maschio. A partire dalle fondamenta, dalla settima novella dell'ottava giornata del Decameron, in cui Boccaccio mette in scena la spietata vendetta del giovane scolaro Rinieri, che sbeffeggiato e rifiutato da una avvenente vedova la punisce facendo in modo che non possa piú vantare la propria avvenenza.