Pantagruel in Canada

Pantagruel in Canada

Author: Marius Barbeau

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1984-01-01

Total Pages: 131

ISBN-13: 1772823511

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Comparing Jacques Cartier’s Voyages with the fictional explorations of Rabelais’ Pantagruel, Marius Barbeau is able to demonstrate that it is the latter work which most influenced perceptions of the Americas at the French court of François I.


The Rabelais Encyclopedia

The Rabelais Encyclopedia

Author: Elizabeth C. Zegura

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2004-09-30

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 0313061564

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The French humanist Rabelais (ca. 1483-1553) was the greatest French writer of the Renaissance and one of the most influential authors of all time. His Gargantua and Pantagruel, written in five books between 1532 and 1553, rivals the works of Shakespeare and Cervantes in terms of artistry, complexity of ideas and expression, and historical importance. Rabelais is read in numerous courses in French Literature, Renaissance Studies, and Western Civilization, and his writings continue to attract the attention of scholars and general readers alike. The first work of its kind, this encyclopedia is a comprehensive guide to his life and writings. Included are several hundred alphabetically arranged entries by expert contributors. These entries discuss his characters, his overt and veiled references to historical and Renaissance figures and events, his literary and philosophical allusions, his major themes, and the key events and influences that shaped his career. The entries cover such topics as education, religion, censors and censorship, humanism, death, and warfare. Entries cite works for further reading, and the encyclopedia closes with a selected, general bibliography.


Gargantua and Pantagruel

Gargantua and Pantagruel

Author: François Rabelais

Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com

Published: 2006-11

Total Pages: 314

ISBN-13: 142504431X

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Consisting of five books, this masterpiece is Rabelais' magnum opus. It chronicles different events in the life of Gargantua and his son Pantagruel. Using his learned wit and biting satire as a facade, Rabelais discusses several serious issues. The apparent humour and brilliant use of language offers pure reading pleasure. Entertaining and profound!


Nothing but stars

Nothing but stars

Author: Magnus Einarsson

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1985-01-01

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 1772823546

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From the collections of the Canadian Centre for Folk Culture Studies are gathered an assortment of legends, anecdotes, poems and songs which reflect the immigration experiences of individuals from twenty-two Canadian ethnic groups.


Many are strong among the strangers

Many are strong among the strangers

Author: Ellen Karp

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1984-01-01

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 1772823538

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A compilation of thirty-four songs of differing ethnicity from the Canadian Centre for Folk Culture Studies folklore collections. The songs are presented in their original language with English translation.


Lots of stories

Lots of stories

Author: Pauline Greenhill

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1985-01-01

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13: 1772823589

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An ethnopoetic study of Maritime narratives collected by Helen Creighton. In addition to the presentation of the original texts, brief descriptions of the storytellers are offered and the context in which the stories were told leads to a consideration of the art of storytelling in this region.


Fiddle music in the Ottawa Valley

Fiddle music in the Ottawa Valley

Author: Carmelle Bégin

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1985-01-01

Total Pages: 125

ISBN-13: 1772823554

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A musical exploration of the repertoire of Ottawa Valley fiddler, Dawson Girdwood. Transcripts of the tunes, including variations, embellishments, and bowing indications are provided.


Médecine et religion populaires / Folk medicine and religion

Médecine et religion populaires / Folk medicine and religion

Author: Pierre Crépeau

Publisher: University of Ottawa Press

Published: 1985-01-01

Total Pages: 201

ISBN-13: 2760324192

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This paper presents the proceedings of the XIth symposium on folk religions held in Ottawa, September 27, 1980 under the title, “Folk Medicine and Folk Religion.”/ Ce dossier présente les actes du XIe colloque sur les religions populaires tenu à Ottawa, le 27 septembre 1980, sous le titre « Médecine populaire et religions traditionnelles. »