Download or read book See You in Frankfurt written by Peter Weidhaas and published by Locus Publishing. This book was released on 2010-05-08 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1975, Peter Weidhaas was elected as the Director of The Frankfurt Book Fair. It was a surprise choice. Little did he know that he would preside over revolutionary changes in one of the most important cultural expositions in the world. But first he had to answer the question of his own identity. Born in 1938, Weidhaas was forced to confront the horrors of his German past, to live and learn through the tumultuous events on 1968, and finally to find his own place among the leading lights of the literary world. He held the reins at the Frankfurt Book Fair during every major cultural shift of the last quarter of the 20th century: from the explosion of world literature to the collapse of Communism, from the advent of globalization to the triumph of information technology. Through it all, Peter Weidhaas has proven himself to be one of the world s most sensitive bibliophiles and an astute pupil of cultural history.See You In Frankfurt! is the story of how the Frankfurt Book Fair found its soul.
Download or read book The Room written by Andreas Maier and published by Canelo. This book was released on 2016-06-13 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knausgaard meets East Germany in a brilliantly ironic memoir-cum-novel Uncle J was a forceps delivery, which explains why he is not really all there. Still a child in many ways, he has grown older all the same. Now he is madly in love, with a Volkswagen Type 3 Variant. He is a man with no sense of history and little attachment to the real world, other than an armchair enthusiasm for mountain climbing, a passion for Wehrmacht tanks, and a keen interest in Frankfurt’s prostitutes. Uncle J is a person to whom the concept of guilt just does not apply. He doesn’t grasp at life’s chances, because he can’t. Meanwhile, the world around him seems mysteriously and unerringly busy. But to what end? The Room is a dazzling fictional meditation on Andreas Maier’s family, the cruel absurdities of small-town life, and the euphoria that surrounded ‘progress’ in the 1960s. It is also a stirring exploration of Germany in the post-war years, a reflection on time and civilisation, and on human dignity and how it can be preserved. Andreas Maier was born near Frankfurt in 1967. In addition to winning the Ernst Willner Prize at the Ingeborg Bachmann Literary Competition in 2000, he received the Jürgen Ponto Foundation’s Literary Support Prize and the Aspekte Literary Prize for his first novel Wäldchestag. ‘As diabolical and sublime as one can imagine a writer to be’ Journal Frankfurt ‘Anyone interested in literature ... knows that Andreas Maier is one of the most remarkable German language authors’ Wiener Zeitung ‘A masterpiece of keen observation and the small miracle’ Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung
Download or read book Frankfurt for the Un Tourist written by BookCaps Study Guides Staff and published by BookCaps Study Guides. This book was released on 2012 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is NOT your normal travel guide. If you are visiting Frankfurt, then you probably have a general idea of what the average tourist sees. But what if you don't want to see tourist Frankfurt? What if you want to see the real Frankfurt?! This guide will show you where to stay, where to play, and how to get around the city. We’ll have the normal tourist stuff too, but are hope is that we can show you more than what everyone else sees. This guide also gives you a history of city, tells you the best times to visit, and even gives you a crash course in the language! Additionally, address are included as hyperlinks, so if you are using an eReader with wi-fi that supports Google Maps, you will be able to see the address on a map (please contact us if you have trouble with this functionality)! It's the ultimate travel guide for Frankfurt! Sit back, relax, and let us show you Frankfurt like you’ve never seen it before!
Download or read book The Kurdish Woman written by Luis Rousset and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2022-09-30 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Kurdish Woman is a love story between two characters from very different cultures. John Davenport an American Army Special Forces officer. Arya Sintesi is the beautiful and sophisticated daughter of a Turkish politician, and an Agent of Turkey’s secret service. The story chronicles their parallel adventures, after a torrid encounter in Istanbul they are separated. John has an active career in the Army fighting terrorists in Lybia, Jihadists in France, and the Taliban in Afghanistan. Arya, after marrying Homer, her Turkish diplomat fiancé, moved to Madrid, and was tasked with missions in England, Germany, and Paris. Six years after their initial meeting in Ankara, John and Arya unexpectedly ran into each other at which occasion John found out that they had a daughter. John was promoted as Attaché to Tel Aviv, and took part in Israeli missions in Southern Lebanon and in the Gaza Strip. He was deployed undercover to Jordan. After a few years, Arya’s husband passed away and she returned to Turkey. Back home she was arrested during a covert operation in northwest Syria, was tortured and jailed in Tadmore prison, Palmyra. After returning from Jordan, John discovered that Arya had been arrested by the Syrians. He’s going to move heaven and earth in an attempt to try to save her.
Download or read book Francophone Literature as World Literature written by Christian Moraru and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2020-06-25 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Francophone Literature as World Literature examines French-language works from a range of global traditions and shows how these literary practices draw individuals, communities, and their cultures and idioms into a planetary web of tension and cross-fertilization. The Francophone corpus under scrutiny here comes about in the evolving, markedly relational context provided by these processes and their developments during and after the French empire. The 15 chapters of this collection delve into key aspects, moments, and sites of the literature flourishing throughout the francosphere after World War II and especially since the 1980s, from the French Hexagon to the Caribbean and India, and from Québec to the Maghreb and Romania. Understood and practiced as World Literature, Francophone literature claims--with particular force in the wake of the littérature-monde debate--its place in a more democratic world republic of letters, where writers, critics, publishers, and audiences are no longer beholden to traditional centers of cultural authority.
Download or read book Friedl written by William F. Kuhlke, 3rd and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hundreds of books have been published about the atrocities that occurred in World War II. Now it is time to complete the story by telling the other side – the story of a non-Jewish girl and what she endured. The fact that Adolf Hitler attempted to annihilate the Jewish race has been rightfully taught to subsequent generations to insure that something as heinous as The Holocaust is never repeated. Unfortunately, many people have mistakenly assumed that the entire German population was in line with the Nazi dogma and shared Hitler’s irrational hatred and diabolical solutions. Friedl tells another side of the story. Her true story shows many beliefs to be quite wrong. Friedl’s story is divided into two parts, which helps the reader absorb the duality of her wartime experiences. Book One relates to her childhood years and her loving family, her musical development, her orders to leave her music and work in support of the war effort, her conscription into the Nazi Army and her many horrible wartime experiences far, far from home. In Book Two, Friedl begins her post-war journey home. We travel with her as far as the train tracks allow and then she begins to walk and hitchhike. As she reaches the American Army controlled border, she, as all returning Germans did, is detained until all formal paperwork is completed and entrance into Germany is authorized. This begins a six-week-plus adventure, not knowing if her family has survived, during which she is “adopted” by a German farm couple who had recently lost a daughter and a growing friendship with a German-speaking American Sergeant Jackson. Finally her entrance into her homeland is authorized. Through her eyes we travel on the final leg of her journey to Frankfurt while viewing the horror, destruction, and shambles of the former “most perfectly preserved medieval city,” her beloved Frankfurt.
Download or read book I Walked the Line written by Vivian Cash and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-10-21 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This elegant, revealing, and powerful memoir of Vivian Cash, Johnny Cash's first wife of 12 years and the mother of his four daughters, features shocking new revelations, untold stories, and never-before-seen photos of the couple's life together. 16 pages of b&w photographs.
Download or read book The Lion s Game written by Nelson DeMille and published by Grand Central Publishing. This book was released on 2000-09-01 with total page 630 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Detective John Corey, last seen in Plum Island, now faces his toughest assignment yet: the pursuit and capture of the world's most dangerous terrorist -- a young Arab known as "The Lion" who has baffled a federal task force and shows no sign of stopping in his quest for revenge against the American pilots who bombed Libya and killed his family. Filled with unrelenting suspense and surprising plot twists at every terrifying turn, The Lion's Game is a heartstopping race against time and one of Nelson DeMille's most riveting thrillers.
Download or read book The Letters of T S Eliot written by T. S. Eliot and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page 933 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fifth volume of the collected letters of poet, playwright, essayist, and literary critic Thomas Stearns Eliot covers the years 1930 through 1931. It was during this period that the acclaimed American-born writer earnestly embraced his newly avowed Anglo-Catholic faith, a decision that earned him the antagonism of friends like Virginia Woolf and Herbert Read. Also evidenced in these correspondences is Eliot’s growing estrangement from his wife Vivien, with the writer’s newfound dedication to the Anglican Church exacerbating the unhappiness of an already tormented union. Yet despite his personal trials, this period was one of great literary activity for Eliot. In 1930 he composed the poems Ash-Wednesday and Marina, and published Coriolan and a translation of Saint-John Perse’s Anabase the following year. As director at the British publishing house Faber & Faber and editor of The Criterion, he encouraged W. H. Auden, Stephen Spender, Louis MacNeice, and Ralph Hogdson, published James Joyce’s Haveth Childers Everywhere, and turned down a book proposal from Eric Blair, better known by his pen name, George Orwell. Through Eliot’s correspondences from this time the reader gets a full-bodied view of a great artist at a personal, professional, and spiritual crossroads.
Download or read book Frankfurt Travel Guide 2024 written by T Turner and published by T Turner. This book was released on with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Frankfurt Travel Guide is the most up-to-date, reliable and complete guide to this wonderful city. Travelers will find everything they need for an unforgettable visit presented in a convenient and easy-to-use format. Includes quick information on planning a visit, navigating the city, experiencing German culture and exploring the beauty of Frankfurt. Also includes a German phrasebook to help you communicate with the locals. Frankfurt, a central German city on the river Main, is a major financial hub that's home to the European Central Bank. It's the birthplace of famed writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, whose former home is now the Goethe House Museum. Like much of the city, it was damaged during World War II and later rebuilt. The reconstructed Altstadt (Old Town) is the site of Römerberg, a square that hosts an annual Christmas market.
Download or read book Along the Infinite Sea written by Beatriz Williams and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-08-09 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the New York Times bestselling author of Her Last Flight comes another riveting novel of the Schuyler sisters—where the epic story of star-crossed lovers in pre-war Europe collides with a woman on the run in the swinging '60s... In the autumn of 1966, Pepper Schuyler's problems are in a class of their own. To find a way to take care of herself and the baby she carries—the result of an affair with a married, legendary politician—she fixes up a beautiful and rare vintage Mercedes and sells it at auction. But the car's new owner, the glamorous Annabelle Dommerich, has her own secrets: a Nazi husband, a Jewish lover, a flight from Europe, and a love so profound it transcends decades. As the many threads of Annabelle's life before the Second World War stretch out to entangle Pepper in 1960s America, and the father of her unborn baby tracks her down to a remote town in coastal Georgia, the two women must come together to face down the shadows of their complicated pasts. AN INDIE NEXT AND LIBRARY READS PICK A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR THE BEST OF SKIMMREADS 2016
Download or read book The Snowman written by Jörg Fauser and published by Bitter Lemon Press. This book was released on 2005-02-01 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paranoid fast paced thriller, how not to get rid of some Peruvian flake.
Download or read book Frankfurt for the Un Tourist written by BookCaps Study Guides Staff and published by . This book was released on 2012-03-16 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is NOT your normal travel guide. If you are visiting Frankfurt, then you probably have a general idea of what the average tourist sees. But what if you don't want to see tourist Frankfurt? What if you want to see the real Frankfurt?!This guide will show you where to stay, where to play, and how to get around the city. We'll have the normal tourist stuff too, but are hope is that we can show you more than what everyone else sees.This guide also gives you a history of city, tells you the best times to visit, and even gives you a crash course in the language! Additionally, address are included as hyperlinks, so if you are using an eReader with wi-fi that supports Google Maps, you will be able to see the address on a map (please contact us if you have trouble with this functionality)! It's the ultimate travel guide for Paris!Sit back, relax, and let us show you Frankfurt like you've never seen it before!
Download or read book German Girls written by Steve Barber and published by Austin Macauley Publishers. This book was released on 2023-01-06 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paul is totally smitten by the lovely Heidi during a holiday encounter in Swanage in the summer of 1978. Will their holiday romance become something much more serious when he sets out to see if his love for her blossoms in her home city of Frankfurt?
Download or read book The Last Letter written by M. Lewellyn Lindberg and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Last letter is an exciting and romantic journey of a man's quest to find an ancient letter believed to have been written by Muhammad, only to discover a terrorist plot. During his quest he falls in love, learns the meaning of real danger, and does a real service for his country.
Download or read book On Bullshit written by Harry G. Frankfurt and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2009-01-10 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 New York Times bestseller Featured on The Daily Show and 60 Minutes The acclaimed book that illuminates our world and its politics by revealing why bullshit is more dangerous than lying One of the most prominent features of our world is that there is so much bullshit. Yet we have no clear understanding of what bullshit is, how it’s distinct from lying, what functions it serves, and what it means. In his acclaimed bestseller On Bullshit, Harry Frankfurt, who was one of the world’s most influential moral philosophers, explores this important subject, which has become a central problem of politics and our world. With his characteristic combination of philosophical acuity, psychological insight, and wry humor, Frankfurt argues that bullshitters misrepresent themselves to their audience not as liars do, that is, by deliberately making false claims about what is true. Rather, bullshitters seek to convey a certain impression of themselves without being concerned about whether anything at all is true. They quietly change the rules governing their end of the conversation so that claims about truth and falsity are irrelevant. Although bullshit can take many innocent forms, excessive indulgence in it can eventually undermine the bullshitter’s capacity to tell the truth in a way that lying does not. Liars at least acknowledge that the truth matters. Because of this, bullshit is a greater enemy of the truth than lies are. Remarkably prescient and insightful, On Bullshit is a small book that explains a great deal about our time.
Download or read book Top 50 Best Things to do in Frankfurt Germany written by Nicholas Khatch and published by NK. This book was released on 2023-07-31 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to Frankfurt am Main, a city that seamlessly blends a rich history with a vibrant modern culture. This carefully curated list of 50 things to do in Frankfurt will guide you through an incredible journey of exploration and discovery. Begin your adventure in the heart of the city at the Römerberg, where the medieval architecture transports you back in time. As you wander through its narrow streets, make sure to visit the Frankfurt Cathedral, a majestic landmark that has stood for centuries. Art enthusiasts will find themselves captivated by the world-class museums in Frankfurt. The Städel Museum houses an impressive collection spanning centuries of art history, while the Museum of Modern Art showcases contemporary masterpieces. Immerse yourself in the world of renowned German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe by visiting his birthplace, the Goethe House. Dive deeper into Frankfurt's cultural heritage at the Senckenberg Natural History Museum, where you can marvel at fascinating exhibits on natural science. No visit to Frankfurt is complete without exploring the modern skyline that has earned the city the nickname "Mainhattan." Ascend the Main Tower for breathtaking panoramic views of the city and its surroundings. For a different perspective, embark on a relaxing river cruise along the Main River, allowing you to take in the picturesque landscapes and iconic landmarks that line its banks. Indulge in some retail therapy along Zeil, Frankfurt's premier shopping street. Here, you'll find a wide range of boutiques, department stores, and international brands. To experience Frankfurt's vibrant nightlife, head to the Alt-Sachsenhausen district, known for its lively bars, traditional cider taverns, and local cuisine. Make sure to visit the Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market offering a feast for the senses with its vibrant food stalls and fresh produce. Whether you're exploring historical landmarks, delving into the world of art and culture, or simply savoring the city's culinary delights, Frankfurt offers an unforgettable experience for every traveler. The unique combination of old-world charm and contemporary allure makes this city a true gem waiting to be discovered. So, lace up your walking shoes, grab a map, and prepare to embark on an unforgettable adventure through the vibrant streets of Frankfurt am Main.
