Download or read book Message to Erin written by Daniel O'Leary and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traditionally, the Irish in Canada have maintained somewhat uneasy relations with their cousins in the Old Country. Although many Irish-Canadian communities have retained strong Irish cultural, linguistic, and anthropological characteristics, and Irishness was fully represented symbolically in early Canadian heraldry and national semiotics, the colonial position of the country and the wide imperialist consensus in the early Canadian nation until quite recently tended to mute Irish-Canadian support for Irish political nationalism despite the wide Canadian survival of the Irish language, Hiberno-English dialect, and Irish music. Taken together as a group, the Protestant and Roman Catholic Irish formed the largest demographic group in Canada at the time of Confederation, and early Irish-Canadian print culture forms a much richer field of study than generally has been supposed. Nor have the descendants of the early Irish settlers of the country been backward in contributing to the development of a Canadian national literature in more recent times. Message to Erin: An Anthology of the Irish in Canada, 1745-2010 documents the Hibernian contribution to Canadian letters with representative selections both of Irish writing about Canada and Irish-Canadian writing about the Irish. In keeping with the long history of harmonious community relations and general Irish-Canadian amity, Message to Erin takes advantage of recent advances in Canadian book history to bring together a wide variety of un-reprinted and neglected early writing from the full spectrum of the Irish-Canadian community, drawing selections from early periodicals and newspapers, rare early imprints and ephemeral literature, and including poetry, fiction, memoirs and autobiography, and historical writing to document the sentiments, values, and preoccupations of the Irish in Canada. The anthology will also provide sources for the study of Irish Canada by region, highlighting the distinct character of the Irish in Quebec, Ontario, and Atlantic and Western Canada, and including selections from contemporary Irish-Canadian writing that demonstrate its continued vibrant character. Some of the authors in Message to Erin retain a measure of at least academic celebrity. William Butler's books on the Riel Rebellion and the Northwest were classics of their kind in the Victorian period. Nicholas Flood Davin's edition of his long neo-romantic epic was the first volume of poetry published on the Canadian prairies. The popularity of the fiction of Mary Anne Sadlier made her one of the first Irish-Canadian authors to enjoy international fame. And recently celebrated in Irish-Canadian David Wilson's superb new biography, Thomas D'Arcy McGee's central role in the development of Canadian nationality remains widely acknowledged. More recent 20th and 21st-century writing from Thomas O'Hagan to David Adams Richards has maintained the national prominence of Irish-Canadian literature. But Message to Erin does more than simply document the contribution of the prominent to Canadian literature. The anthology also attempts to redress the injustice of the neglect and marginalization of Irish-Canadians who lacked access to the kinds of publication that should have offered hope of more durable remembrance. And many of these writings are of keen interest on their own merits. One anonymous selection drawn from an early Irish-Canadian periodical provides a highly moving account of the Quebecois adoption of Roman Catholic orphans during the Great famine. Another selection of neglected autobiographical fiction details the transit and return of Irish immigrants from the United States back to a more congenial country under British rule. Still another selection provides a Victorian Irish-Canadian view of the uprising of 1798. The contribution of the anthology for the study of the Irish in Quebec is one of its most important features. Until recently, the simple division of the province into English and French has obscured the importance of Irish Canadians to both of the province's literatures. Message to Erin will provide a good introduction to source materials for a fuller understanding of the complex role of the Irish in the writing of Quebec. In all, Message to Erin: An Anthology of the Irish in Canada,1745-2010 is indispensable to anyone desiring a fuller knowledge of the lives and sentiments of this founding Canadian community. The book includes a critical and historical introduction, introductory and explanatory notes to individual selections, and bibliographic materials for the informed study of Irish-Canadian writing. The work fills an important and neglected niche for the study of Irish-Canadian literature, and opens new fields for the study both of the Irish diaspora and of Canadian literature in general.

Download or read book The Moosehead Anthology III written by Mark Cochrane and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Dawnland Chronicles an anthology Books 1 3 written by Jenny Bond and published by The Hard Word. This book was released on 2021-10-15 with total page 899 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first three novels in Jenny Bond's historical fiction series. In an age when the United States is rebuilding its culture, society and traditions, there has never been a better time to discover The Dawnland Chronicles series of novels. Set in the colonial America, The Dawnland Chronicles blends rich historical fiction with riveting adventure and a spellbinding romance between the fearless Sam Bellamy and the bewitching Maria Hallett. The Dawnland Chronicles saga transports the reader to a place in time when America was newborn and its people were only just discovering their powerful identity. If you loved the Outlander series, you'll love The Dawnland Chronicles. ★★★★★ 'This is the best book that I have read in a long time. The story pulled me in from the first few pages.' ★★★★★ 'Wow! What an adventure in love and life.' ★★★★★ 'Jenny Bond is bound for great things in the world of books.' ★★★★★ 'I will definitely read the rest of the series and anything else this author writes!' ★★★★★ 'The Hummingbird and the Sea was so well written I felt I was reading a Bronte novel.' ★★★★★ 'I thoroughly enjoyed this book and found I couldn't put it down.' ★★★★★ 'The perfect balance of action and romance inspired by true events.' ★★★★★ 'Highly recommend for lovers of the likes of Outlander and anyone interested in the fascinating intersection of Puritan and Pirate history!' ★★★★★ ‘What an amazing adventure!’ ★★★★★ ‘The perfect balance of action and romance inspired by true events.’ ★★★★★ ‘Highly recommend for lovers of the likes of Outlander and anyone interested in the fascinating intersection of Puritan and Pirate history!’

Download or read book Canadian Book Review Annual written by and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 648 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Diet Riot A Fatterpunk Anthology written by Stephanie Rabig and published by Kydala Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diet Riot: A Fatterpunk Anthology features twelve fat-positive horror tales of people who come into their own, celebrate their curves, and save the day. There are babysitters and bakers, thieves and roller derby stars. Young women unsure about their bodies meet demons and water spirits who offer assistance–in their own way, of course. Danger lurks in hospitals, in the mysterious occult shop in the local mall, and in a house filled with cats. Campers, trash collectors, and house flippers alike uncover nasty secrets underground. A myriad of horrors await you–none of which comes at the expense of fat bodies. It’s time to reclaim the "f" word.

Download or read book Anthology of Praise written by Members of the First Baptist Church of M and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2006-10-01 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During and following the 2004 Hurricane Season, some of our members felt led to assemble a collection of poetry, which lifted praises up to our Lord for the mercy He showed to us. It was therapeutic for us and helped rid ourselves of frustrations and anxieties that had kept us in bondage during and after these storms. Many in our area sustained major damage to their businesses and homes. Some of our members were among them. We have assembled these poems into this anthology to the Glory of God our Heavenly Father, His Son our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit our Comforter! FBC Melbourne became a shelter for displaced persons, recovery workers and a staging area for disaster relief work in Florida supported by the Salvation Army, the Red Cross and Southern Baptist Relief Organizations for several months in 2004. All the proceeds received from the sale of this Anthology will be used to support the Southern Baptist Disaster Relief Operations our Church is committed to carrying out wherever and whenever we are called upon. During the 2005 Hurricane Season, we provided several teams for recovery assistance in Hattiesburg and Biloxi, Mississippi and Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Download or read book In the Language of Love written by Diane Schoemperlen and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1997-05-01 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this astonishingly inventive novel, Diane Schoemperlen uses the 100 stimulus words from the Standard Word Association Test as a narrative framework for exploring her heroine's growing understanding of the meaning of love. A tour de force of wit and wordplay, In the Language of Love is a wise and compassionate collage of one woman's coming of emotional age.

Download or read book The Singer s Musical Theatre Anthology Volume 3 written by Hal Leonard Corp. and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2000-09-01 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Vocal Collection). 40 songs. Highlights: Christmas Lullaby (Songs for a New World) * From Chopin to Country (Cowgirls) * Getting to Know You (The King and I) * The Girls of Summer (Marry Me a Little) * How Many Tears? (Martin Guerre) * I Have Confidence (The Sound of Music) * I Remember (Evening Primrose) * In His Eyes (Jekyll & Hyde) * In My Life (Les Miserables) * It Never Was You (Knickerbocker Holiday) * Italian Street Song (Naughty Marietta) * A Little Bit of Good (Chicago) * Mr. Right (Love Life) * Once Upon a Dream (Jekyll & Hyde) * Once You Lose Your Heart (Me and My Girl) * Ribbons Down My Back (Hello, Dolly!) * So Many People (Saturday Night) * Someone to Watch Over Me (Oh, Kay!) * Something Good (The Sound of Music) * Sons Of (Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well and Living in Paris) * Still (Titanic) * There's a Small Hotel (On Your Toes) * Think of Me (The Phantom of the Opera) * Unexpected Song (Song and Dance) * Waitin' for My Dearie (Brigadoon) * Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again (The Phantom of the Opera) * Wouldn't It Be Loverly? (My Fair Lady)

Download or read book Changing Representations of Minorities East and West written by Larry E. Smith and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 1996-01-01 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Stained Glass written by Concetta Principe and published by Guernica Editions. This book was released on 1997 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Montreal in the spring of 1990, a woman named X falls in love with Christophe, a sometimes poet fifteen years her senior. As the political climate intensifies through the summer months, their relationship devolves into silence and her emotional stability begins to weaken. By the fall she loses all grip on reality when circumstances reveal that Christophe, the man she loves, is not who she believed him to be. Her recourse is to retreat inwards to the heart of a metaphorical hell.

Download or read book White Gloves of the Doorman written by Branko Gorjup and published by Exile Editions, Ltd.. This book was released on 2004 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Dingers written by David McGimpsey and published by Moosehead Anthology. This book was released on 2007 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Baseball and literature, both "high" and "low" have long sat side-by-side in the dugout. The Great Writer, Papa Hemingway watches the game and yearns to hit one more novelistic homerun, while the inarticulate player characterizes a sharp piece of fielding as "pure poetry." In Dingers, essayists, fiction writers, and poets describe baseball's combinations and forms, seeking to plumb its meaning as a game and maybe metaphor for Life's deeper truths. Teamed together to play literary ball are writers such as George Bowering, Robert Allen, Timothy Morris, Arjun Basu, Jason Camlot, Dave Bidini, etc. The epic game is dramatized in all its variety, from the major and minor leagues, down to Little Leagues, and pickup games in sandlots. Some cerebral wag high up in the bleachers once reflected baseball is more about losing than winning -- a good batter only hits thirty per cent of the time and only one team wins The World Series. In this it bears a resemblance to fine writing, which may explain its extraordinary appeal to the ink-stained class. Happily for the reader, the songs and stories of some of the most verbally eloquent and talented of baseball wannabe's can be found between these covers. Dingers includes daring and often thrilling new writing from some of the 21st century's best prose and poetry writers, such as: Robert Allen, George Bowering, Paul Beer, James Crosbie, Anastasia Jones, David Tabakow, Andy Brown, Ryan Arnold, Arjun Basu, Timothy Morris, Jason Camlot, Alessandro Porco, Mary Milgram, Ian McGillis, Nata Belza, Kevin Connolly, Taylor Brown-Evans, Matt Donovan, Dave Bidini, Greg Santos, and Steven Hayward.

Download or read book New Serial Titles written by and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 1730 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Toronto Quarterly Issue One written by Darryl Salach and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2010-02-08 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first issue of The Toronto Quarterly has poetry from John Dorsey, Desi Di Nardo, A.D. Winans, R.D. Armstrong, Melanie Pierluigi, Penn Kemp, Jim Johnstone, Sandy Pool, Rosalyn Yake, Geraldine Green and many more. Also, we have music reviews with Noush Skaugen and Lit Soul.

Download or read book Canada Deciphered The Ultimate Quiz Anthology written by Etienne Noumen and published by Etienne Noumen. This book was released on 2022-12-20 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to "Canada Deciphered: The Ultimate Quiz Anthology"! This book is designed to test your knowledge of Canada's rich history, diverse geography, and important citizenship concepts. As you work through the quiz questions, you'll have the opportunity to learn about Canada's founding and development as a nation, its cultural and regional differences, and the rights and responsibilities of being a Canadian citizen. Whether you're a student, a teacher, or simply someone who is interested in Canada, this book is sure to challenge and educate you. This book has more than 1000 quizzes with detailed answers about Canadian History, Geography, Government, Citizenship test, culture, people, economics, languages, travel, wildlife, hockey, tourism, sceneries, arts, literature. Canada is a nation with much to offer - from its unique culture to its diverse wildlife, there's something for everyone. In the spirit of making sure that everyone can appreciate and understand this great nation, more than 1000 quizzes on Canadian history, geography, government, citizenship tests, and much more can easily be found so that anyone can become an expert on Canada. Not only can you learn about the fascinating foundations of this country, but you can also explore the amazing natural wonders it holds - like mountains, forests, and parks. Whether you’re just starting your journey into Canadian culture or you’ve been living here all your life - these quizzes can help you become a knowledgeable guide to your surroundings! We hope that you enjoy this book and that you come away with a deeper understanding and appreciation of Canada's past, present, and future. Sincerely, Etienne Noumen, P.Eng

Download or read book Fantasy Freaks and Gaming Geeks written by Ethan Gilsdorf and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2010-09-01 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An amazing journey through the thriving worlds of fantasy and gaming What could one man find if he embarked on a journey through fantasy world after fantasy world? In an enthralling blend of travelogue, pop culture analysis, and memoir, forty-year-old former D&D addict Ethan Gilsdorf crisscrosses America, the world, and other worlds—from Boston to New Zealand, and Planet Earth to the realm of Aggramar. “For anyone who has ever spent time within imaginary realms, the book will speak volumes. For those who have not, it will educate and enlighten.” —Wired.com “Gandalf’s got nothing on Ethan Gilsdorf, except for maybe the monster white beard. In his new book, Fantasy Freaks and Gaming Geeks, Gilsdorf . . . offers an epic quest for reality within a realm of magic.” —Boston Globe “Imagine this: Lord of the Rings meets Jack Kerouac’s On the Road.” —National Public Radio’s “Around and About” “What does it mean to be a geek? . . . Fantasy Freaks andGaming Geeks tackles that question with strength and dexterity. . . . part personal odyssey, part medieval mid-life crisis, and part wide-ranging survey of all things freaky and geeky . . . playful . . . funny and poignant. . . . It’s a fun ride and it poses a question that goes to the very heart of fantasy, namely: What does the urge to become someone else tell us about ourselves?” —Huffington Post

Download or read book The Book of Saints written by Nino Ricci and published by Knopf Publishing Group. This book was released on 1991 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Set in a tiny Italian village, dark, lyrical, hypnotic first novel.