Literary Criticism - General

The Pleasures of Hope - Third Edition is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1860. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As...

By the Aurelian wall and other elegies is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1898. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As...

A Song of the Sea - My Lady of Dreams - And Other Poems is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1895. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking...

Songs and Verses Social and Scientific is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1869. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a...

The essays collected in this volume are an invitation to reflect on the concept of insanity itself.Author: Alessandra M. PiresISBN-10: 1931475474ISBN-13: 9781931475471Publisher: Quiet Waters PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2010Pages: 212Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.51w x 0.48d

Author: Stephen G. WaldISBN-10: 1930675380ISBN-13: 9781930675384Publisher: Brown Judaic StudiesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/1988Pages: 204Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.67lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.47d

This book contains reviews submitted to the Northern Review of Books website during 2021 and 2022 plus articles previously printed in The Crazy Oik magazine.Author: Jim BurnsISBN-10: 1913144445ISBN-13: 9781913144449Publisher: Penniless Press PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/08/2022Pages: 340Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.71d

JOHN HUGHES AND EIGHTIES CINEMA John Hughes is the acclaimed writer and director of Ferris Bueller's Day Off, The Breakfast Club, Weird Science, Pretty In Pink and many other classic movies of the 1980s. This book is the first full-length analysis of all of...

An unparalleled account of merchant men at sea in the early 19th century This is a well known book with a familiar title. Its contents are probably less known to many. It is the account of one young man's experiences serving on board a...

In "Essays in the Art of Writing", Robert Louis Stevenson explores different literary techniques and offers interesting insights into the writing of "Treasure Island" (1883) and "The Master of Ballantrae" (1889). These fascinating and useful essays will appeal to those with a keen interest...

This biography examines the long life of the traveller and author Stephen Graham. Graham walked across large parts of the Tsarist Empire in the years before 1917, describing his adventures in a series of books and articles that helped to shape attitudes towards Russia...

This three-volume set brings together current research in the history of language learning and teaching (HoLLT) in Europe and beyond. Providing the first overview of research in the field, it will be an indispensable reference for teachers, teacher educators and all those interested in...

What is the relationship between theory and practice in the creative arts today? In Critical Practice, Martin McQuillan offers a critical interrogation of the idea of practice-led research. He goes beyond the recent vocabulary of research management to consider the more interesting question of...

First published in 1869, this novel offers a meticulously accurate, ironic depiction of uneventful lives in a crucial period of European history. Flaubert combines intricate political and social upheaval with a close scrutiny of individual motives to produce one of the greatest novels of...

Ninety-nine years ago, a new form of storytelling emerged from the ruins of World War I. Different in scope and power from theater or literature, and unlike any film that had come before, Robert Wiene's The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari addressed a direct challenge...

In Making Sense of Metaphors and Other Tropes, veteran literary scholar David Reid examines figures of speech, arguing that figures of speech in prose and poetry, literature and talk, make sense as turns of rhetoric by means of their energeia (vividness, radiance, éclat). Reid...

A professor hears the voices of Biblical women. She begins writing. What was it like for Dorcas to die and be brought back to life? What was it like for Philip's daughters to live with the threat of persecution after Christ was crucified? What...

The Bible is a perplexing book. It blends primitive beliefs with timeless truths, swings between compassionate love and ruthless violence, and forms a sympathetic heavenly father from the remains of a savage tribal god. What are we to make of it all? Petri Merenlahti...

This case is an essential reference for any author or publisher who is considering the publicati0n of an unauthorized book that complements or comments upon copyrighted material by another author. In this case, J. K. Rowling and Warner Brothers prevailed against RDR Books, which...

Excerpt from Added Upon: A Story A religion, to be worth while, must give satis factory answers to the great questions of life What am I? Whence came I? What is the object of this life? And What is my destiny? True, we walk...

Faith is a container that holds a match: a puzzle, a flame, a fight. How do we make sense of God through human relationship? How do the layers of experience and theology interleave? How do the persons of the Trinity appear in the formative...

December 8, 2011. The dissident Vietnamese priest Nguyen Van Ly (age sixty-four) is deported from a rest home in the Archdiocese Hue to the concentration camp Nam Ha in the north of the country. Van Ly, who is half paralyzed after having suffered four...

Paul Snell, novice reporter, gets assigned a weekly column on chess, mostly because of his faux-filial attachment to the Hane Tribune's owner Waldo Turner. In return Snell promises to attend to, and probably marry, Waldo's fragile, unhinged niece Pamela Snow. The unlikely couple soon...

This early work by William Ernest Henley was originally published in 1890 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'Views and Reviews' is a volume of literary criticism that he described as "less a book than a mosaic of...

El surrealismo en la novela hispanoamericana: Luis Rafael Sánchez y La Guaracha del Macho Camacho, presenta los rasgos característicos del movimiento surrealista dentro de un contexto latinoamericano y europeo como fundamento de la narrativa hispanoamericana actual. A partir de una exhaustiva muestra, la autora...

""The Puritan in Literature"" is a comprehensive book written by Henry S. Pancoast that analyzes the portrayal of Puritanism in literature. The book explores the Puritan movement and its impact on literature, particularly in England and America during the 17th century. Pancoast examines the...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Explore the diverse intellect and artistry of Robert Louis Stevenson in this collection of his miscellaneous works. "The Works Of Robert Louis Stevenson, Volume 1: Miscellanies" offers a rich tapestry of essays, sketches, and literary experiments, showcasing Stevenson's versatility as a writer. This volume...

Micro-cosmographie, by John Earle, offers a fascinating glimpse into 17th-century English society through a series of witty and insightful character sketches. Each short essay vividly portrays a different social type, from the 'Child' and the 'Plain Country Fellow' to the 'Downright Schismatic' and the...

Title: A collection of right merrie garlands for North country anglers /Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known...

This address, delivered by Archibald Philip Primrose, the Earl of Rosebery, commemorates the bicentenary of Samuel Johnson's birth. "Dr. Johnson; an Address Delivered at the Johnson Bicentenary Celebration at Lichfield, September 15, 1909" offers insights into Johnson's life, character, and enduring literary contributions. Rosebery's...

"Friendship's Offering" is a curated collection of literary works, including poems, short stories, and essays, designed to celebrate the bonds of friendship and intellectual companionship. This anthology, reflecting the literary tastes of the early 20th century, offers a diverse range of voices and perspectives....

Explore the uplifting philosophy of one of literature's most beloved figures in "The Optimism of Robert Louis Stevenson" by Edwin Wiley. This insightful work delves into the heart of Stevenson's worldview, revealing how his unwavering optimism permeated not only his life but also his...

This is Volume 1 of the "Catalogue Of Printed Books In The British Museum," a comprehensive listing of the holdings of one of the world's foremost libraries. A vital resource for researchers, historians, and bibliophiles, this catalogue offers a glimpse into the vast collection...

B--if; a Parody, published in 1911, offers a humorous and satirical take on a likely well-known work of the time. Penned by George Howard Buchanan, this parody showcases the literary wit and comedic sensibilities popular in the early 20th century. Though the specific target...

Shelburne Essays, First Series, by Paul Elmer More, presents a collection of insightful essays on literature and culture from the early 20th century. More, a prominent American critic, offers thoughtful analyses of various authors and intellectual themes. These essays showcase his profound understanding of...

""Original Poems And Translations By John Dryden V1: Poems On Several Occasions"" is a collection of poetry written by John Dryden, a prominent English poet and playwright of the 17th century. The book includes both original poems written by Dryden, as well as translations...

Explore the vast landscape of human knowledge and creativity with "International Library of Masterpieces, Literature, Art and Rare Manuscripts, Volume 22." This carefully curated collection encompasses a wide array of disciplines, including history, biography, science, philosophy, poetry, drama, travel, adventure, and fiction. Volume 22...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

Explore the formative years of a nation with "The History of the United States From 1492 to 1915, Volume 3." This comprehensive volume delves into the pivotal moments and transformative events that shaped the United States. Authored by Julian Hawthorne and Francis J. Reynolds,...

This volume presents the works of William Robertson, D.D., a prominent figure in 18th-century Scottish history and historiography. Prefixed to the collection is an account of his life and writings, offering invaluable insights into the man behind the historical narratives. Robertson's works are celebrated...

This volume is part of the collected works of Hannah More, a prolific and influential 18th and 19th-century British writer, philanthropist, religious educator, and social reformer. Celebrated for her moral and religious writings, More's works encompass a wide range of genres, including sacred dramas,...

Born in Scotland, Dr William Hunter (1718-83) pursued an extensive medical education in Glasgow, Edinburgh, London and ParisAuthor: Helen BrockISBN-10: 1138759007ISBN-13: 9781138759008Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2008Pages: 492Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.90lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 1.06d

As a serious drama set in an ordinary middle-class home, Ibsen's A Doll's House established a new politics of the interior that was to have a lasting impact upon twentieth-century drama. In this innovative study, Nicholas Grene traces the changing forms of the home...

This is the first book to focus on Latin epic verse saints' lives in their medieval historical contexts. Anna Taylor examines how these works promoted bonds of friendship and expressed rivalries among writers, monasteries, saints, earthly patrons, teachers, and students in Western Europe in...

Integrating Schenkerian tools and an innovative approach to harmony, David Damschroder provides numerous penetrating analyses of works by Haydn and Mozart. A series of introductory chapters assist readers in developing their analytical capacity. Beginning with short excerpts from string quartets, the study proceeds by...

Experience the beauty and wit of ancient Greek poetry with this dual-language edition of Anacreon's first twenty-eight odes. With translations in both verse and prose, as well as detailed notes and analysis, this book offers a comprehensive introduction to one of the greatest poets...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...