Humble Boy

Humble Boy

Author: Charlotte Jones

Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux

Published: 2015-02-10

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 1466891114

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An award-winning new play that has been called "a brilliant latter-day variant on Elsinore in an English country garden blitzed by bees" (Sheridan Morley, The Spectator) All is not well in the Humble hive. Thirty-five-year-old Felix Humble is a Cambridge astrophysicist in search of a unified field theory, but after the sudden death of his father, James, a teacher and amateur beekeeper, he is forced to return to the family home in the English countryside. Once there he and his demanding mother, Flora, a glamorous former showgirl who resents having spent the last thirty years in suburban exile, attempt to reconcile themselves to James's death and to each other, plumbing the depths of their anger as well as their love. The emotional turmoil increases exponentially with the arrival of George, Flora's longtime lover, and his daughter Rosie, Felix's former girlfriend, as Felix is forced to acknowledge that his search for unity must include his own chaotic home life. A play concerned with beekeeping and astrophysics, imbued with heartbreak and wit, larger questions of the universe and smaller questions of family dynamics, Humble Boy has been called "a feast: a serious, moving, cerebral feast" (The Sunday Times).


Harry Humble

Harry Humble

Author: Kara Ketcham

Publisher: FriesenPress

Published: 2015-07-08

Total Pages: 31

ISBN-13: 1460257618

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Before Harry leaves home for his first day of school, his parents remind him to be nice to the new students in his class. When Harry sees a boy sitting alone in the auditorium, he introduces himself while the other kids stand at a distance making fun of the boy's stutter. Harry and Luke become great friends, despite the other kids' teasing. Harry Humble helps children understand how a simple act of kindness can change lives for the better. Through Harry's actions, children see how the compassion given to others comes back to them....


Humble Pie

Humble Pie

Author: Jennifer Donnelly

Publisher: Aladdin

Published: 2007-10-29

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781416967514

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Only Theo's grandmother sees the truth about the boy: He's as spoiled as a rotten old apple! That is why, on one of Theo's naughtiest, grabbiest, mouthiest days, Grandmother decides to bake him a pie. Young Theo has never seen the like. Its crust is as big as a bedsheet; its filling of plums, cherries, peaches, pears, apples, and quince is as tempting as any sweet feast ever set before a boy. But when he greedily reaches out for a taste, little Theo bites off a lot more than he can chew! Jennifer Donnelly's wise and funny tale has inspired pictures of modern-day wit and medieval charm from a master of artistic antics, Stephen Gammell.


The Story of Drama

The Story of Drama

Author: Gary Day

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2016-08-25

Total Pages: 249

ISBN-13: 1408183536

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Tracing the history of tragedy and comedy from their earliest beginnings to the present, this book offers readers an exceptional study of the development of both genres, grounded in analysis of landmark plays and their context. It argues that sacrifice is central to both genres, and demonstrates how it provides a key to understanding the grand sweep of Western drama. For students of literature and drama the volume serves as an accessible companion to over two millennia of drama organised by period, and reveals how sacrifice represents a through-line running from classical drama to today's reality TV and blockbuster movies. Across the chapters devoted to each period, Day explores how the meanings of sacrifice change over time, but never quite disappear. He charts the influences of religion, social change and politics on the status and purposes of theatre in each period, and on the drama itself. But it is through a close study of key plays that he reveals the continuities centred around sacrifice that persist and which illuminate aspects of human psychology and social organisation. Among the many plays and events considered are Aeschylus' trilogy The Oresteia, Aristophanes' Women at the Thesmorphia, Menander's The Bad-Tempered Man, the spectacles of the Roman Games, Seneca's The Trojan Women, Plautus's The Rope, the Cycle plays and Everyman from the Middle Ages, Shakespeare's King Lear and A Midsummer Night's Dream, Middleton's The Revenger's Tragedy, Jonson's Every Man in His Humour, Thomas Otway's The Orphan, William Wycherley's The Country Wife, Wilde's A Woman of No Importance, Beckett' Waiting for Godot, Tennessee Williams's A Streetcar Named Desire, Suzan-Lori Parks's Topdog/Underdog, Sarah Kane's Blasted and Charlotte Jones' Humble Boy. A conclusion examines the persistence of ideas of sacrifice in today's reality TV and blockbuster movies.


The Herd Boy

The Herd Boy

Author: Niki Daly

Publisher: Eerdmans Young Readers

Published: 2012-10-04

Total Pages: 20

ISBN-13: 0802854176

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While doing a good job of caring for his grandfather's sheep and goat on the grasslands of South Africa, young Malusi dreams of everything from owning his own dog to becoming president one day. Illustrations.


Science on Stage

Science on Stage

Author: Kirsten Shepherd-Barr

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2018-06-05

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 0691188238

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Science on Stage is the first full-length study of the phenomenon of "science plays"--theatrical events that weave scientific content into the plot lines of the drama. The book investigates the tradition of science on the stage from the Renaissance to the present, focusing in particular on the current wave of science playwriting. Drawing on extensive interviews with playwrights and directors, Kirsten Shepherd-Barr discusses such works as Michael Frayn's Copenhagen and Tom Stoppard's Arcadia. She asks questions such as, What accounts for the surge of interest in putting science on the stage? What areas of science seem most popular with playwrights, and why? How has the tradition evolved throughout the centuries? What currents are defining it now? And what are some of the debates and controversies surrounding the use of science on stage? Organized by scientific themes, the book examines selected contemporary plays that represent a merging of theatrical form and scientific content--plays in which the science is literally enacted through the structure and performance of the play. Beginning with a discussion of Christopher Marlowe's Doctor Faustus, the book traces the history of how scientific ideas (quantum mechanics and fractals, for example) are dealt with in theatrical presentations. It discusses the relationship of science to society, the role of science in our lives, the complicated ethical considerations of science, and the accuracy of the portrayal of science in the dramatic context. The final chapter looks at some of the most recent and exciting developments in science playwriting that are taking the genre in innovative directions and challenging the audience's expectations of a science play. The book includes a comprehensive annotated list of four centuries of science plays, which will be useful for teachers, students, and general readers alike.


Eclectic School Readings: Stories From Life A Book For Young People

Eclectic School Readings: Stories From Life A Book For Young People

Author: Orison Swett Marden

Publisher: Namaskar Books

Published: 2024-10-18

Total Pages: 150

ISBN-13:

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Ignite the imagination of young readers with "Eclectic School Readings: Stories From Life: A Book for Young People" by Orison Swett Marden. This captivating collection weaves together inspiring tales drawn from real-life experiences, designed to enlighten and engage the minds of the youth. Each story within this anthology is crafted to impart valuable life lessons and moral guidance, making it an essential resource for both students and educators. Marden’s skillful storytelling captures the essence of perseverance, courage, and kindness, encouraging young readers to navigate their own journeys with resilience and hope. The "Eclectic School Readings" series is renowned for its ability to blend education with entertainment, and this volume is no exception. With vivid characters and relatable situations, the stories resonate deeply, fostering empathy and understanding in young hearts. As a timeless tool for character-building, "Stories From Life" serves as a bridge connecting literature with the real world, prompting discussions on ethics, values, and the complexities of human experience. Perfect for classroom use or independent reading, this book will inspire the next generation to dream big and strive for greatness. Are you ready to inspire young minds and nurture their growth? Invite them to explore the pages of "Eclectic School Readings: Stories From Life" and watch as they embark on a journey of discovery and empowerment. This collection is not just a book; it’s a stepping stone towards a brighter future. Don’t miss the chance to provide young readers with the tools they need to navigate life’s challenges with courage and integrity. Order your copy of "Eclectic School Readings: Stories From Life" by Orison Swett Marden today!


Eclectic School Readings Stories From Life

Eclectic School Readings Stories From Life

Author: Orison Swett Marden

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2021-01-01

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13:

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The stories here presented do not claim to be more than mere outlines of the subjects chosen, enough to show what brave souls in the past, souls animated by loyalty to God and to their best selves, were able to accomplish in spite of obstacles of which the more fortunately born youths of to-day can have no conception.