Download or read book Willful Shadows written by Gary Robble and published by . This book was released on 2019-05 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eight years after fifteen minutes gave Sonny James a three- million selling song; six forks in the road would launch this very private man into a Country Music history-making second career.
Download or read book Grasping Shadows written by William Chapman Sharpe and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2017-08-04 with total page 441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What's in a shadow? Menace, seduction, or salvation? Immaterial but profound, shadows lurk everywhere in literature and the visual arts, signifying everything from the treachery of appearances to the unfathomable power of God. From Plato to Picasso, from Rembrandt to Welles and Warhol, from Lord of the Rings to the latest video game, shadows act as central players in the drama of Western culture. Yet because they work silently, artistic shadows often slip unnoticed past audiences and critics. Conceived as an accessible introduction to this elusive phenomenon, Grasping Shadows is the first book that offers a general theory of how all shadows function in texts and visual media. Arguing that shadow images take shape within a common cultural field where visual and verbal meanings overlap, William Sharpe ranges widely among classic and modern works, revealing the key motifs that link apparently disparate works such as those by Fra Angelico and James Joyce, Clementina Hawarden and Kara Walker, Charles Dickens and Kumi Yamashita. Showing how real-world shadows have shaped the meanings of shadow imagery, Grasping Shadows guides the reader through the techniques used by writers and artists to represent shadows from the Renaissance onward. The last chapter traces how shadows impact the art of the modern city, from Renoir and Zola to film noir and projection systems that capture the shadows of passers-by on streets around the globe. Extending his analysis to contemporary street art, popular songs, billboards, and shadow-theatre, Sharpe demonstrates a practical way to grasp the "dark side" that looms all around us.
Download or read book Willful Machines written by Tim Floreen and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-10-18 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a near-future America, a sentient computer program named Charlotte has turned terrorist, but Lee Fisher, the closeted son of an ultraconservative President, is more concerned with keeping his Secret Service detail from finding out about his developing romance with Nico, the new guy at school, but when the spider-like robots that roam the school halls begin acting even stranger than usual, Lee realizes he is Charlotte's next target.
Download or read book Willful Subjects written by Sara Ahmed and published by Duke University Press. This book was released on 2014-08-25 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Willful Subjects Sara Ahmed explores willfulness as a charge often made by some against others. One history of will is a history of attempts to eliminate willfulness from the will. Delving into philosophical and literary texts, Ahmed examines the relation between will and willfulness, ill will and good will, and the particular will and general will. Her reflections shed light on how will is embedded in a political and cultural landscape, how it is embodied, and how will and willfulness are socially mediated. Attentive to the wayward, the wandering, and the deviant, Ahmed considers how willfulness is taken up by those who have received its charge. Grounded in feminist, queer, and antiracist politics, her sui generis analysis of the willful subject, the figure who wills wrongly or wills too much, suggests that willfulness might be required to recover from the attempt at its elimination.
Download or read book Mors Vita written by Tim Nash and published by Tim Nash. This book was released on 2024-06-14 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the towering corridors of City Hospital, Dr. Alexander Mors—the Angel of Death—carries a somber secret. With his rare gift, he stands at the threshold of mortality, guiding the souls that pass through his care. Alongside him, his sister, Elizabeth Vita, serves as a beacon of hope in the chaos, an EMT with the power to shield the living from spectral harm. They are the guardians at the brink, where life's final breath meets the afterworld's embrace. But the city they protect is under siege by shadows. A chilling specter weaves a tapestry of disaster, its dark tendrils reaching for the vulnerable spirits caught in Elizabeth's domain. As the balance between realms shudders, the siblings face not just the trials of their duties, but a malevolent plot that threatens to unravel the fabric of existence. Enter Nurse Jenna Hargrove, whose keen eye for detail and tenacious curiosity unravel the mysteries that shroud Dr. Mors. Thrust into their hidden war against forces she once dismissed as superstition, Jenna discovers that reality is far more intricate—and fragile—than she ever imagined. Together, amidst the rubble of broken lives and the whispers of the departed, they must forge an alliance with ethereal beings. They will confront the encroaching darkness with light, hope, and determination. But can they mend the veil before the specter's malevolence consumes all?
Download or read book Willful Child written by Steven Erikson and published by Tor Books. This book was released on 2014-11-04 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the New York Times Bestselling author Steven Erikson comes a new science fiction novel of devil-may-care, near calamitous and downright chaotic adventures through the infinite vastness of interstellar space. These are the voyages of the starship A.S.F. Willful Child. Its ongoing mission: to seek out strange new worlds on which to plant the Terran flag, to subjugate and if necessary obliterate new life-forms, to boldly blow the... And so we join the not-terribly-bright but exceedingly cock-sure Captain Hadrian Sawback and his motley crew on board the Starship Willful Child for a series of devil-may-care, near-calamitous and downright chaotic adventures through ‘the infinite vastness of interstellar space.' The New York Times bestselling author of the acclaimed Malazan Book of the Fallen sequence has taken his lifelong passion for Star Trek and transformed it into a smart, inventive, and hugely entertaining spoof on the whole mankind-exploring-space-for-the-good-of-all-species-but-trashing-stuff-with-a-lot-of-high-tech-gadgets-along-the-way, overblown adventure. The result is an SF novel that deftly parodies the genre while also paying fond homage to it. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Download or read book Son of Eve Other Tales written by Melvin Litton and published by Crossroad Press. This book was released on 2020-10-08 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From novelette to flash fiction, snippets of three novels to a final essay, from voices old and young, mixing the ethereal and actual in tales of misadventure, guilt, murder, bigotry, the thrill and angst of a one-night stand, poignant as the breath of evil or memory in ache to breathe, where common lives bleed over into wonder, horror, and the unexplained. For those who would enter and explore the recurring mysteries Eve has wrought... Stories included in this collection: SON OF EVE LION JACK THE PLAYER MOONLIGHT JITTERS IN THE OWL’S EYE HAUNTED DAY THE BELL RINGER FIFTY CENT TIP THE FAIR OF BIRDS AND TIME THE CACTUS FLOWER BENEATH THE CEDARS WINTER MEMORY THE SHARK’S TOOTH THE IS OF THINGS PROSPECTS SEEDS OF HATE JACK STRAW SAYS WEEDS BOB’S CAFE BLACK MOON COLD SHOWER SNAKES! THE EVER POND THIRTY YEAR SUMMER
Download or read book The Kansas Murder Trilogy written by Melvin Litton and published by Crossroad Press. This book was released on 2023-08-17 with total page 1346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in one volume, the complete Kansas Murder Trilogy. KING HARVEST In the summer of 1975 a group of young men known as “the boys” make their stab for freedom harvesting wild hemp, or marijuana, on the Kansas plains. Several are Vietnam vets, and all are somehow marked, at odds with their time. They see themselves as inheritors of the mythic West, like buffalo hunters in league with their captain, Frankie Sage. As long as they remain unarmed their crime is counted only a misdemeanor. But a rival gang led by Valentine LaReese is prone to gunplay. The two are fated to clash. Privy to the action is CC Holtz, “King of the county,” who like any king demands tribute. Early on a double murder on the border of two counties calls out both sheriffs. Their investigation and the free-spirited harvest run parallel till all trails converge, leading to a wry, dramatic climax. BANKS OF THE RIVER Jack Marshal, known as “the Lion,” is a prideful sinner and reckless womanizer. When his 15-year-old daughter, Bonny, winds up pregnant by an old running buddy, Jack is outraged. And when the man is found dead, Jack is charged with murder. Alongside the coming trial play the many goings-on in a small Kansas town, summer 1960. There’s Ruthie, Jack's sister and local femme fatale, who does what with whom and when she pleases; the old priest, Father Horabet, who harbors sins of his own; Anna, Jack's wife, who quietly sustains herself and her daughter through the storm of scandal; and Johnny, Jack’s son, who faces howls of scorn pitching in little league baseball. Finally the town gathers for Jack’s trial. Beyond the drama of guilt or innocence plays the question of how men and women grapple for meaning in their wary coexistence. For temptation like the sunrise returns each day, even as we imagine ourselves standing on the banks of the river, we are immersed, carried in a greater current. SKIN FOR SKIN Part mystery and part myth born of fact and rumor left buried in the Kansas dirt. The story opens with a murder as desperate as the voice that stirs from the dust in witness. This voice, or knowing, haunts a young man, Faris Clayton, who will play in events to come. Time and place, 1934, Elim, Kansas. The action involves six gamblers initially robbed and a seventh absent that fateful night who is killed through foolish mischance. And whose older brother vows vengeance. Amid the swirl of death two farm families, the Claytons and the Wales, struggle to survive the drought and depression. Faris knows the gamblers, the victim, and the widow. Guesses the why of things and carries the burden of his knowing. Vera Ellen Wales, or Elle, stands at a greater remove and innocence. Enters the story a girl of 14 and matures into a young woman of 16 when she and Faris finally meet and lace hands. Meanwhile in Elim, guilt and madness play to the final scene.
Download or read book Old Mother West Wind Collection written by Thornton Burgess and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2019-06-03 with total page 474 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Old Mother West Wind" is a famous series of children's books written by Thornton Burgess. The author used his outdoor observations of nature as plots for his stories. The characters in the Old Mother West Wind series include Peter Rabbit (known briefly as Peter Cottontail), Jimmy Skunk, Sammy Jay, Bobby Raccoon, Little Joe Otter, Grandfather Frog, Billy Mink, Jerry Muskrat, Spotty the Turtle, Old Mother West Wind, and her Merry Little Breezes. Table of Contents: Old Mother West Wind Mother West Wind's Children Mother West Wind's Animal Friends Mother West Wind "Why" Stories Mother West Wind "How" Stories Mother West Wind "When" Stories Mother West Wind "Where" Stories
Download or read book Dialogues in Phenomenology written by D. Ihde and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Phenomenology in the United States is in a state of ferment and change. Not all the changes are happy ones, however, for some of the most prominent philosophers of the first generation of phenomenologists have died: in 1959 Alfred Schutz, and within the past two years John \Vild, Dorion Cairns, and Aron Gur witsch. These thinkers, though often confronting a hostile intel lectual climate, were nevertheless persistent and profoundly influential-through their own works, and through their students. The two sources associated with their names, The Graduate Faculty of The New School for Social Research, and the circle around John Wild first at Harvard and later at Northwestern and Yale, produced a sizable portion of the now second gener ation American phenomenological philosophers. In a way, it was the very hostility of the American philo sophical milieu which became an important factor in the ferment now taking place. Although the older, first generation phenome nologists were deeply conversant with other philosophical move ments here and abroad, their efforts at meaningful dialogue were largely ignored. Determined not to remain isolated from the dominant currents of Anglo-American philosophy in par ticular, the second generation opened the way to a dialogue with analytic philosophers, especially through the efforts of the Society for Phenomenology and Existential Philosophy, led by 2 INTRODUCTION such men as James M. Edie and Hubert Dreyfus and, in other respects, Herbert Spiegelberg and Maurice Natanson.
Download or read book Shadow Play written by William Klaber and published by St. Martin's Griffin. This book was released on 2018-04-24 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This updated edition for the 50th anniversary of Robert F. Kennedy’s murder explores ignored witness accounts, coerced testimony, bullet-hole evidence, and other issues surrounding the political homicide, and is the basis for the new podcast, The RFK Tapes, which debuted at #1 on the iTunes chart, available now. On June 4, 1968, just after he had declared victory in the California presidential primary, Robert F. Kennedy was gunned down in the kitchen of the Ambassador Hotel. Captured a few feet away, gun in hand, was a young Palestinian-American named Sirhan Sirhan. The case against Sirhan was declared “open and shut” and the court proceedings against him were billed as “the trial of the century”; American justice at its fairest and most sure. But was it? By careful examination of the police files, hidden for twenty years, William Klaber and Philip Melanson's Shadow Play explores the chilling significance of altered evidence, ignored witnesses, and coerced testimony. It challenges the official assumptions and conclusions about this most troubling, and perhaps still unsolved, political murder.
Download or read book In the Shadow of Aldersgate written by Daniel L. Burnett and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2006-03-15 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Wesley (1703-91) was a unique character in history who left a disproportionately large imprint on the world. That imprint was a contagious passion for what he called real Christianity--the Good News of saving grace and scriptural holiness. This book examines Wesley's life and faith in order to better understand what it means to be a present-day participant in that legacy. The book begins with the story of Wesley's search for an authentic Christian experience. His steps are traced from his early days of struggle, through his conversion at Aldersgate, to his long years of remarkable ministry. The second part of the book outlines the basic Wesleyan understandings of sin, grace, redemption, new birth, sanctification, and perfection. A concluding exploration of some practical implications of the Wesleyan doctrine of holiness is found in the third part. This book celebrates the Wesleyan tradition, especially that branch known as the Holiness Movement. It is, however, not entirely uncritical. It seeks to provide an honest and sympathetic consideration of the heritage and faith of Wesley's lasting imprint.
Download or read book Old Mother West Wind Illustrated written by Thornton Burgess and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-12-16 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Thornton Burgess's timeless classic 'Old Mother West Wind,' readers are transported to the enchanting world of the Green Forest where anthropomorphic animals coexist in harmony. The book is written in a charming and whimsical style perfect for young readers, but with meaningful lessons that resonate with readers of all ages. Burgess's detailed descriptions of the natural world create a vivid setting that immerses readers in the beauty of the forest. The dialogue between the animal characters is both entertaining and thought-provoking, making this book a delightful read for anyone interested in children's literature. 'Old Mother West Wind' is a pioneer work in the genre of animal fantasy that paved the way for future authors to explore similar themes of nature and friendship. Thornton Burgess's storytelling prowess shines through in this classic tale that has delighted generations of readers. His deep love and understanding of the natural world are evident in every page, making this book a must-read for nature enthusiasts and animal lovers alike.
Download or read book Special Exhibition Catalogue written by and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Collected Works of Thornton Burgess Illustrated Edition written by Thornton Burgess and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-19 with total page 2674 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Collected Works of Thornton Burgess (Illustrated Edition) is a delightful collection of children's literature filled with anthropomorphic animal characters that teach valuable lessons about nature and the environment. Written in a simple yet engaging style, Burgess captures the imagination of young readers while instilling in them a love and appreciation for the natural world. The illustrations throughout the book enhance the storytelling experience, bringing to life the charming animal characters and their adventures in the forest. This collection is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers of all ages. Thornton Burgess's works have made a significant impact as educational tools, sparking curiosity and interest in nature among readers. His deep understanding of wildlife and his passion for environmental conservation are evident in his writing, making him a pioneer in using literature to promote environmental awareness. The Collected Works of Thornton Burgess is a must-read for anyone seeking to reconnect with nature and rediscover the joy of storytelling through the eyes of beloved animal characters.
Download or read book Selected Thornton W Burgess written by Thornton W. Burgess and published by Lindhardt og Ringhof. This book was released on 2024-03-26 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Deep dive into the delightful collection of adventure animal tales from the creator of Peter Rabbit, Thornton W. Burgess. In ‘The Adventures of Paddy the Beaver’, we’ll join Paddy as he works to build his dam and protect his home. But when a group of humans threatens to destroy his beloved dam, can Paddy use his resourcefulness to save and secure his home, future, and fate? From escaping the clutches of Granny Fox in ‘The Adventures of Reddy Fox’ to learning valuable life lessons in ‘Old Mother West Wind’, the antics of the lovable animal characters of the Green Meadows and Green Forest will keep readers of all ages entertained. Weaving a thrilling animal adventure collection featuring furry friends such as Peter Rabbit and Reddy Fox, ‘Selected Thornton W. Burgess’ is the perfect companion for fans of Domhnall Gleeson and Rose Byrne in the animated adventure, ‘Peter Rabbit’. Thornton W. Burgess (1874-1965) was an American conservationist and children's author. He is best known for his series of bedtime stories featuring the character Peter Rabbit and other animals, which were published in numerous books and later adapted into a popular animated television show.
Download or read book The Greatest Animal Tales for a Warm Fuzzy Christmas written by Charles Dickens and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-19 with total page 1420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This holiday, Good Press presents to you this unique collection of the greatest Christmas classics and the most beloved animal tales to warm up your heart and rekindle your holiday sparkle: The Tailor of Gloucester (Beatrix Potter) The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter) Black Beauty (Anna Sewell) The Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame) The Wonderful Wizard of OZ (L. Frank Baum) The Adventures of Reddy Fox (Thornton Burgess) The Adventures of Johnny Chuck (Thornton Burgess) The Adventures of Peter Cottontail (Thornton Burgess) The Old Mother West Wind (Thornton Burgess) The Story of Doctor Dolittle (Hugh Lofting) The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle (Hugh Lofting) The Story of a Nodding Donkey (Laura Lee Hope) Little Bun Rabbit (L. Frank Baum) The Velveteen Rabbit (Margery Williams) The Nutcracker and the Mouse King (E. T. A. Hoffmann) The Story of a Stuffed Elephant (Laura Lee Hope) Peace on Earth, Good-Will to Dogs (Eleanor Hallowell Abbott) Kittyboy's Christmas (Amy Ella Blanchard) The Naughty Reindeer (Amelia C. Houghton) Miss Muffet's Christmas Party (Samuel McChord Crothers) The Animals' Christmas Tree (John Punnett Peters) The Mouse and the Moonbeam (Eugene Field) The Cricket on the Hearth (Charles Dickens) The Christmas Cuckoo (Frances Browne) The Silver Hen (Mary E. Wilkins Freeman) The Sparrow and the Fairy (Georgianna M. Bishop) The Wonderful Bird (Georgianna M. Bishop) The Little Mud-Sparrows (Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward) The Little Gray Lamb (Archibald Beresford Sullivan) How Freckle Frog Made Herself Pretty (Charlotte B. Herr) Cat and Dog Stories (Walter Crane)
