Fable of an Inconsolable Man
Fable of an Inconsolable Man

Author: Javier Etchevarren

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780900575952

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Poetry. Latino/Latina Studies. Poverty Studies. Urban Studies. Translated from the Spanish by Jesse Lee Kercheval. "IN FABLE OF AN INCONSOLABLE MAN, Uruguayan poet Javier Etchevarren combines clear-eyed realism with a survivor's imaginative streak to take on the poverty and violence threaded through his own childhood in Montevideo. 'When one is honest, the world is a miser, ' he writes. And despite his commitment to unblemished toughness, still, there are moments of transformation and grace in here when a mother grows extra arms to save her children, a boy becomes a beloved dead dog, and a child comes to know the world by reading wondrous encyclopedias in the library his mother cleans. Etchevarren's poems are vibrant psalms of perseverance and grit." -- Erika Meitner "In these] poems, I feel my own struggles toward adulthood and the loneliness of such a road. Reading these emotionally deft and beautiful poems make me feel less alone." -- Nate Marshall

The Merry Men and Other Tales and Fables
The Merry Men and Other Tales and Fables

Author: Robert Louis Stevenson

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 202

ISBN-13: 1583485007

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This enthralling anthology, first published in 1887, collects six fantastic tales of adventure written by the author of the classic horror novel, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Stevenson (1850-1894) was a major force in the development of the English short story, and his narrative genius comes to the fore in these tales.

The Failure Project The Story Of Man’s Greatest Fear
The Failure Project The Story Of Man’s Greatest Fear

Author: ANUP KOCHHAR

Publisher: One Point Six Technology Pvt Ltd

Published: 2017-08-11

Total Pages: 123

ISBN-13: 9352015789

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"Failure destroys lives. It damages confidence and crushes the spirit. Throughout our lives we endeavour to manage our thoughts, actions and results so as not to be branded as failures. However, despite our best intentions, life does have a way of throwing curve balls and surprising us. Things do not always go the way we planned or wished for. Failure happens. And it will continue to happen. For most people failure is akin to a dreaded disease that must be prevented at any cost. Certainly it can never be admitted to. Failure is like fire – it has the power to singe or destroy completely. Few of us remember that failure can also be harnessed creatively. All that it requires is a different perspective. What do we know of failure? More importantly, how much do we know about it? The first step to overcoming our inherent fear of failure is to know the enemy – inside and out. This amazing, comprehensive and compassionate book helps us understand the anatomy, psychology and management of failure – the greatest, and often the most secret, fear of Man."

Short Stories
Short Stories

Author: Alexandre Dumas

Publisher:

Published: 1927

Total Pages: 1054

ISBN-13:

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200 short stories by Alexandre Dumas arranged in ten volumes.

The Tale of Genji and its Chinese Precursors
The Tale of Genji and its Chinese Precursors

Author: Jindan Ni

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2020-12-10

Total Pages: 219

ISBN-13: 1793634424

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In The Tale of Genji and Its Chinese Precursors: Beyond the Boundaries of Nation, Class, and Gender, Jindan Ni departs from a “nativist” tradition which views The Tale of Genji as epitomizing an exclusively Japanese aesthetic distinct from Chinese influence and Buddhist values. Ni contests the traditional focus on Japanese essentialism by detailing the impact of Chinese literary forms and presenting the Japanese Heian Court as a site of dynamic and complex literary interchange. Combining close reading, the archival work of Japanese and Chinese scholars, and comparative literary theory, Ni argues that Murasaki Shikibu avoided the constraint of a single literary tradition by drawing on Chinese intertexts. Ni’s account reveals the heterogeneity that makes The Tale of Genji a masterpiece with enduring appeal.

Jack London's Stories of the North
Jack London's Stories of the North

Author: Jack London

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2022-05-25

Total Pages: 1317

ISBN-13:

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In 'Jack London's Stories of the North', readers are transported to the rugged and unforgiving landscapes of the Arctic and the Yukon, as depicted through London's vivid and realistic storytelling. The collection of stories, including iconic works like 'The Call of the Wild' and 'White Fang', showcases London's mastery of adventure fiction and his deep exploration of the primal instincts of both humans and animals. London's writing style is both straightforward and evocative, immersing readers in the harsh realities of survival in the wilderness while also delving into complex themes of power, freedom, and the struggle for existence. Within the literary context of the early 20th century, London's works stood out for their raw and unflinching portrayal of nature and the human spirit. As a social activist and adventurer, London drew inspiration from his own experiences in the North, infusing his stories with a sense of authenticity and urgency. 'Jack London's Stories of the North' is a must-read for those interested in adventure literature, ecological themes, and the timeless exploration of the human-animal connection.