Download or read book A Hero Of Our Time written by Mikhail Lermontov and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2009-01-16 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first major Russian novel, A Hero of Our Time was both lauded and reviled upon publication. Its dissipated hero, twenty-five-year-old Pechorin, is a beautiful and magnetic but nihilistic young army officer, bored by life and indifferent to his many sexual conquests. Chronicling his unforgettable adventures in the Caucasus involving brigands, smugglers, soldiers, rivals, and lovers, this classic tale of alienation influenced Tolstoy, Dostoyevsky, and Chekhov in Lermontov’s own century, and finds its modern-day counterparts in Anthony Burgess’s A Clockwork Orange, the novels of Chuck Palahniuk, and the films and plays of Neil LaBute.
Download or read book A Hero of Our Time written by Mikhail I︠U︡rʹevich Lermontov and published by Alma Classics. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No Marketing Blurb
Download or read book The Hero of Little Street written by Gregory Rogers and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2012-03-27 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a boy being chased through present-day London seeks refuge in the National Gallery, a dog escapes from the painting of one Dutch master, and together they leap into the painting of another, where their adventures in 17th-century Delft are a prelude to returning to London and continuing the chase. Full color.
Download or read book A Hero of Our Time written by Naben Ruthnum and published by McClelland & Stewart. This book was released on 2022-01-11 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A wry comic novel with an acerbic wit, A Hero of Our Time is a vicious takedown of superficial diversity initiatives and tech culture, with a beating heart of broken sincerity. Osman Shah is a pitstop on his white colleague Olivia Robinson’s quest for corporate domination at AAP, an edutech startup determined to automate higher education. Osman, obsessed by Olivia’s ability to successfully disguise ambition and self-interest as collectivist diversity politics, is bent on exposing her. Aided by his colleague turned comrade-in-arms Nena, who loathes and tolerates him in equal measure, Osman delves into Olivia's twisted past. But at every turn, he's stymied by his unfailing gift for cruel observation, which he turns with most ferocity on himself, without ever noticing what it is that stops him from connecting to anyone in his past or present. As Osman loses his grip on his family, Nena, and everything he thought was essential to his identity, he confronts an enemy who may simply be too good at her job to be defeated. A Hero of Our Time cracks the veneer of well-intentioned race conversations in the West, dismantles cheery narratives of progress through tech and “streamlined” education, and exposes the venomous self-congratulation and devouring lust for wealth, power, and property that lurks beneath.
Download or read book Lermontov s A Hero of Our Time written by Lewis Bagby and published by Northwestern University Press. This book was released on 2002-06-05 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mikhail Lermontov's book, A Hero of Our Time, was written in 1840 and is an important work of psychological realism. This volume includes articles by theorists from various perspectives.
Download or read book A Hero of Our Time Illustrated written by Mikhail Lermontov and published by The Planet. This book was released on 2011-10-30 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Hero of Our Time is a novel by Mikhail Lermontov published in 1840. It tells the story of a young officer, Pechorin, sent to the Caucasus after a duel. This is what the author himself wrote about his idea of Pechorin in the preface: "Pechorin, my dear readers, is in fact a portrait, but not of one man only: he is a composite portrait, made up of all the vices which flourish, full-grown, amongst the present generation. You will tell me, as you have told me before, that no man can be so wicked as this; and my reply will be: "If you believe that such persons as the villains of tragedy and romance could exist in real life, why can you not believe in the reality of Pechorin? If you could admire far more terrifying and repulsive types, why aren't you more merciful to this character, even if it is fictitious? Isn't it because there's more truth in it than you might wish?"This edition includes 22 illustrations by M. Lermontov, M. Vrubel, V. Serov, V. Polyakov and other artists of the late 19th and early 20th century.
Download or read book Captain Marvel What Makes a Hero written by Pamela Bobowicz and published by Disney Electronic Content. This book was released on 2019-03-05 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduce the young reader in your life to the inimitable, expectation-destroying, glass ceiling-shattering, world-saving female Super Heroes of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, from Captain Marvel and Shuri to Gamora, Black Widow, Nebula, and more, in this beautifully-illustrated picture book aimed at the young reader set. Fans of all ages will be thrilled by this adventure that celebrates the strength, intelligence, and ingenuity of the women who are vital to MCU's best stories, distilled into a child-friendly package.
Download or read book The Hero In You written by Ellis Paul and published by Albert Whitman & Company. This book was released on 2014-09-01 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Acclaimed songwriter Ellis Paul brings the inspirational words from his songs to the pages of a new picture book! Based on his award-winning family album of the same name, The Hero in You introduces kids to thirteen real-life American heroes. From Chief Joseph to Rosa Parks, their remarkable, heroic lives motivate and encourage us to aim high and try our best. Also included is a special edition CD of The Hero in You with 14 songs and exclusive introductory tracks from Ellis Paul. Readers can listen along to the lyrical book text, then read additional facts about the heroes on each spread.
Download or read book Beowulf a Hero s Tale Retold written by James Rumford and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2007 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A simplified and illustrated retelling of the exploits of the Anglo-Saxon warrior, Beowulf, and how he came to defeat the monster Grendel, Grendel's mother, and a dragon that threatened the kingdom.
Download or read book A Hero Like You written by Nikki Rogers and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-10 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Hero Like You looks at everyday heroes and highlights qualities such as loyalty, compassion, resourcefulness, justice, and courage. The lyrical rhyme and relatable illustrations remind us that we all have the opportunity to be a hero by helping others, doing right and making the world a better place. "What the world needs is a hero like you!"
Download or read book American Hero written by David Bruce Smith and published by Brandylane Publishers Inc. This book was released on 2013 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "John Marshall (1755-1835) was a good son, a kind older brother, a loving father and husband, and a dear friend to many. He was a soldier for the Revolutionary Army, a successful lawyer, a congressman, and Secretary of State. Most importantly, he was Chief Justice of the United States. As Chief Justice, John Marshall made the Supreme Court the strong and powerful body it is today."--Back cover.
Download or read book How I Became a Hero written by M. H. DeLisle and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-17 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Benefiting Virginia non-profit Paws Of Honor (pawsofhonor.org) this vibrantly illustrated children's book tells the story of Chessie. He's a real life K9 hero! I bet you are wondering, just how does a dog become a hero? Who decides what heroic job he'll get? Does he audition like an actor? Lucky for you, Chessie's here to tell you all about it. He's a real live K9 officer trained to protect and serve. His heart-warming tale will teach you about hard work, failure, success and friendships that stand the test of time. He's one courageous pooch who overcomes fear to find where he belongs. Now, he wants to share his remarkable journey with YOU!
Download or read book Origin of a Hero She Ra Chapter Book 1 written by Tracey West and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2019-04-30 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The iconic heroine She-Ra is back! Discover the origin of a hero in this first chapter book set in the world of She-Ra, just in time for the reboot of the series on Netflix. She doesn't need a hero. She is a hero.On a planet called Etheria, two forces battle for control. The Horde, with its skillfully trained soldiers and advanced technology, has one goal: to conquer all of Etheria in the name of Hordak. The other force, the Rebellion, is made up of princesses and has been fighting to maintain harmony and freedom for all of Etheria's people. Hidden among them all is a hero to be. Her destiny was written by the First Ones a thousand years ago. Now she is about to rise again.Discover the origin of a hero in this first chapter book in the series! This book expands on the plotlines of the first two episodes, giving readers a deeper glimpse into their favorite hero's backstory. With illustrations in each chapter, these books are packed full of friendship, humor, and heart!
Download or read book Malala A Hero for All written by Shana Corey and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2016-01-12 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Step 4 Biography Reader shares the inspiring story of Malala Yousafzai, the youngest recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. Even as a young girl in Pakistan, Malala spoke up about the importance of girls’ education, via speeches and a blog. Since the Taliban regime was intent on denying girls an education and silencing anyone who disagreed with their laws, this was very dangerous. Malala was shot, but she survived the attack and it did not silence her. In fact, she spoke at the United Nations on her sixteenth birthday, just nine months after she was shot. Malala’s resolve has only magnified her voice, delivering her message of human rights to millions of people. Step 4 Readers use challenging vocabulary and short paragraphs to tell exciting stories. For newly independent readers who read simple sentences with confidence.
Download or read book Lermontov Poems Russian Edition written by Mikhail Lermontov and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-06-20 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy this selection of Lermontov's poetry in native Russian - from Angel to Prayer, this collection includes most of Lermontov's poems in native Russian.
Download or read book Dolores Huerta written by Sarah E. Warren and published by Two Lions. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shares the story of how teacher Dolores Huerta came to fight for the rights of her community's farm workers.
Download or read book The Hero with a Thousand Faces written by Joseph Campbell and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 1988 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A study of heroism in the myths of the world - an exploration of all the elements common to the great stories that have helped people make sense of their lives from the earliest times. It takes in Greek Apollo, Maori and Jewish rites, the Buddha, Wotan, and the bothers Grimm's Frog-King.
