Download or read book Sir Gawain and the Classical Tradition written by E.L. Risden and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2006-01-27 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 14th century English alliterative poem Sir Gawain and the Green Knight is admired for its morally complex plot and brilliant poetics. A chivalric romance placed in an Arthurian setting, it has since received acclaim for its commentary regarding important socio-political and religious concerns. The poem's technical brilliance blends psychological depth and vivid language to produce an effect widely considered superior to any other work of the time. Although the poem is a combination of English alliterative meter, romanticism, and a wide-ranging knowledge of Celtic lore, continental materials and Latin classics, the extent to which Classical antecedents affected or directed the poem is a point of continued controversy among literary scholars. This collection of essays by scholars of diverse interests addresses this puzzling and fascinating question. The introduction provides an expansive background for the topic, and subsequent essays explore the extent to which classical Greek, Roman, Arabic, Christian and Celtic influences are revealed in the poem's opening and closing allusions, themes, and composition. Essays discuss the way in which the anonymous author of Sir Gawain employs figural echoes of classical materials, cultural memoirs of past British tradition, and romantic re-textualizations of Trojan and British literature. It is argued that Sir Gawain may be understood as an Aeneas, Achilles, or Odysseus figure, while the British situation in the 14th century may be understood as analogous to that of ancient Troy.
Download or read book Bliss Blunder written by Victoria Gosling and published by Serpent's Tail. This book was released on 2023-08-03 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Exquisitely written and structurally bold ... a deeply impressive novel' Eva Dolan, author of This Is How It Ends Arthur and Gwen married young. Twenty years on, Gwen's got it all: wealth, beauty, a famous husband who's the founder of Britain's most successful tech company, stables full of horses, millions of followers on Instagram, an unstable lover, a wayward son, a hoard of secrets, an aching heart, and a cyberstalking blackmailer who calls himself The Invisible Knight. As the Wiltshire town of Abury prepares to celebrate the fortieth birthday of its favourite son, Morgan, Gwen's former best friend, is on her way back to Abury after two decades away, keen to expose Abury's long buried secrets and hellbent on revenge. An inventive, magisterial reworking of Britain's greatest myth, Bliss & Blunder is a heartrending novel of power, friendship and betrayal.
Download or read book Blunder written by Zachary Shore and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2010-07-15 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For anyone whose best-laid plans have been foiled by faulty thinking, Blunder reveals how understanding seven simple traps-Exposure Anxiety, Causefusion, Flat View, Cure-Allism, Infomania, Mirror Imaging, Static Cling-can make us all less apt to err in our daily lives.
Download or read book A Compendium of Spoken Words written by Kumkum Gupta and published by Arihant Publications India limited. This book was released on 2018-04-20 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Compendium of Spoken Words’ has been designed to acquaint the readers with English words used for conversation in our day-today lives. The present book contains around 9000 words from the English Language. Large collection of spoken words along with their Hindi meanings and the way of pronouncing that words in Hindi has been given in this book. The book begins with a special section on How to Pronounce a Word Correctly. The book has been divided into 15 chapters namely Words in Frequent Use…@ Alphabet, Synonyms, Antonyms, Contranyms, Homonyms, Heteronyms, Homographs, Plaindromes, Pangram, Idioms & Phrases, Words Used as Different Parts of Speech, One Word Substitutions, Words Used in the Constitution, The Speaking Tree: Words by Category, Foreign Words, Phobias, Manias, Group of Collective Noun, Words: Used in British & American English, Traits of People, Cries of Animals & Birds, Collocation and Words with their Roots & Their Meaning.
Download or read book The Science of Religion written by Paramahansa Yogananda and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-23 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a number one resource for anyone seeking answers about the meaning and purpose. Paramahansa Yogananda explains the art of yogi and the philosophy of life without dogmas and doctrines. In this book, Yogananda speaks about the universalism of all world religions and advises to seek answers to the eternal life questions in a higher reality. He also provides a scientific basis for yoga and meditation.
Download or read book Before Malory written by Richard James Moll and published by University of Toronto Press. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although most modern scholars doubt the historicity of King Arthur, parts of the legend were accepted as fact throughout the Middle Ages. Medieval accounts of the historical Arthur, however, present a very different king from the romances that are widely studied today. Richard Moll examines a wide variety of historical texts including Thomas Gray's Scalacronica and John Hardyng's Chronicle to explore the relationship between the Arthurian chronicles and the romances. He demonstrates how competing and conflicting traditions interacted with one another, and how writers and readers of Arthurian texts negotiated a complex textual tradition. Moll asserts that the enormous variety and number of existing chronicles demonstrates the immense popularity of the historical Arthur in medieval England. Since these chronicles were the dominant source of Arthurian information for the late medieval reader, they provide an invaluable, and neglected, interpretive context for modern readers of Malory and other later medieval romances. The first monograph to look at the impact of these historical texts on Arthurian literature, Before Malory is also the first to show how canonical vernacular romances interacted with chronicle texts that have since dropped out of the canon.
Download or read book Lighten Up The Life Changing Magic of Letting Go written by Gaurav Garg and published by Gaurav Garg. This book was released on 2024-08-03 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First off, let me start by saying congratulations! By picking up this book, you've already taken the first step on an incredible journey. A journey that, I promise you, is more exciting than finding money in your old coat pocket and more rewarding than finally mastering the art of parallel parking. Now, I know what you might be thinking. "Another self-help book? Isn't this just going to tell me to do yoga, drink green smoothies, and journal my feelings?" Well, hold onto your skepticism, my friend, because this isn't your average, run-of-the-mill, cookie-cutter guide to inner peace. This book is a rollercoaster ride through the landscape of human emotions - but don't worry, it's the kind of rollercoaster that's more exhilarating than terrifying, and you won't need a barf bag (though keep some tissues handy, because we might hit you in the feels a few times). What's In Store for You? In the pages that follow, we're going to embark on a grand adventure. We'll traverse the peaks of joy, wade through the valleys of sorrow, and navigate the winding paths of everything in between. Along the way, we'll: Explore the art of letting go (spoiler alert: it's not just about decluttering your closet) Learn how to embrace change without feeling like you're free-falling without a parachute Discover how to love yourself, flaws and all (yes, even that weird thing you do when you're nervous) Master the ninja-like skills of emotional resilience And ultimately, find a path to true emotional freedom (no, this doesn't mean you'll never feel sad again - we're aiming for freedom, not robotic indifference) Who is This Book For? This book is for you if: You've ever felt stuck, like you're running on a hamster wheel of emotions You find yourself replaying arguments in your head, coming up with perfect comebacks weeks too late Your emotional baggage is so heavy, you'd have to pay extra if emotions were airlines You want to feel more in control of your reactions, instead of feeling like a puppet to your feelings You're ready for a change, but the idea of change also makes you want to hide under your blanket You're curious about this whole "emotional freedom" thing, but you're pretty sure it's just for monks and people who do yoga at 5am In other words, this book is for humans. Imperfect, messy, beautiful humans who are doing their best to navigate this wild ride we call life. A Word of Warning Now, I feel it's my duty to warn you: this journey isn't always going to be easy. There will be moments when you'll want to throw this book across the room (please don't, unless you're reading the e-book version, in which case, throw away). There will be times when you'll face uncomfortable truths about yourself. You might cry. You might laugh. You might do both at the same time and worry about your sanity. But here's the thing: that's all part of the process. Growth isn't always comfortable, but it's always worth it. And I promise you, the view from the other side is spectacular. My Promise to You As we embark on this journey together, here's what I promise you: I will be honest with you, even when it's uncomfortable I will challenge you, but I will never leave you hanging I will share real, practical strategies that you can apply in your everyday life I will respect your intelligence and won't sugar-coat things I will do my best to make this journey not just enlightening, but also enjoyable (prepare for dad jokes and pop culture references) Are You Ready? So, dear reader, are you ready to embark on this adventure? Are you ready to laugh, to cry, to grow, and to discover a version of yourself that's freer and more authentically you than you ever thought possible?
Download or read book Otto Kahn written by Theresa M. Collins and published by UNC Press Books. This book was released on 2014-03-01 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the early decades of the twentieth century, almost everyone in modern theater, literature, or film knew of Otto Kahn (1867-1934), and those who read the financial press or followed the news from Wall Street could scarcely have missed his name. A partner at one of America's premier private banks, he played a leading role in reorganizing the U.S. railroad system and supporting the Allied war effort in World War I. The German-Jewish Kahn was also perhaps the most influential patron of the arts the nation has ever seen: he helped finance the Metropolitan Opera, brought the Ballets Russes to America, and bankrolled such promising young talent as poet Hart Crane, the Provincetown Players, and the editors of the Little Review. This book is the full-scale biography Kahn has long deserved. Theresa Collins chronicles Kahn's life and times and reveals his singular place at the intersection of capitalism and modernity. Drawing on research in private correspondence, congressional testimony, and other sources, she paints a fascinating portrait of the figure whose seemingly incongruous identities as benefactor and banker inspired the New York Times to dub him the "Man of Velvet and Steel."
Download or read book The Science of Religion The Autobiography of Swami Yogananda written by and published by Namaskar Book. This book was released on with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a profound exploration of spirituality and the science of religion with "The Science Of Religion: Paramahansa Yogananda's Spiritual Autobiography" by Paramahansa Yogananda. Journey through the life and teachings of a revered spiritual master, whose insights into the nature of existence continue to inspire seekers around the world. As Yogananda's spiritual autobiography unfolds, immerse yourself in the transformative journey of a soul seeking union with the divine. Experience the profound wisdom and timeless truths that illuminate the path to inner peace, self-realization, and spiritual fulfillment. But amidst the spiritual revelations and profound insights, a fundamental question arises: Can we reconcile the teachings of science with the mysteries of faith and spirituality, or are they destined to remain separate realms of human understanding? Engage with Yogananda's profound synthesis of science and spirituality, as he offers a visionary perspective on the interconnectedness of all existence and the unity of the material and spiritual worlds. Join the journey of self-discovery and enlightenment as we explore the depths of Yogananda's spiritual autobiography. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of the universe and uncover the true nature of reality? Immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom and spiritual insights of Paramahansa Yogananda, whose teachings offer a roadmap to transcendence and liberation from the illusions of the material world. Now is the time to embrace the science of religion and embark on a journey of spiritual awakening. Let "The Science Of Religion" be your guide as you explore the depths of consciousness and unlock the mysteries of the divine within. Secure your copy of "The Science Of Religion" today and embark on a transformative journey into the heart of spirituality. Let Yogananda's spiritual autobiography inspire you to awaken to your true potential and realize the infinite possibilities of the human spirit.
Download or read book The New York Genealogical and Biographical Record written by Richard Henry Greene and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Key to Self Realization Paramahansa Yogananda Collection written by Paramahansa Yogananda and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-23 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The general purpose of this collection is to help people recover health, find inner peace and find answers to essential questions all people are burdened with. "The Science of Religion" will give you a theoretical insight into the connection between all religions and some universal laws of spirituality. It will show you how you may apply the general spiritual truths to become healthier and happier. "The Autobiography of Yogi" will teach you about the art of yogi and meditation through the life story of the author of these books, Paramahansa Yogananda. Reading this book will help you better understand the truths revealed in "The Science of Religion" as you will follow the author in his personal spiritual growth. Finally, "Scientific Healing Affirmations" give you a practical tool to master the art of meditation in your everyday life.
Download or read book A dictionary of daily blunders by the author of A handy book of synonyms With A handy book of common English synonyms and A handy classical dictionary 3 pt Issued together in a publisher s casing with the general title Handbook for writers and readers written by Thomas Preston (lexicographer.) and published by . This book was released on 1880 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Works written by Maria Edgeworth and published by . This book was released on 1824 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Synonymisches Handw rterbuch der englischen Sprache f r die Deutschen written by H. M. Melford and published by . This book was released on 1841 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book The Gentleman s Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1848 with total page 738 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: