Homer’s Iliad is often considered a poem of blunt truthfulness, his characters’ motivation pleasingly simple. A closer look, however, reveals a complex interplay of characters who engage in an awful lot of lies. Beginning with Achilles, who hatches a secret plot to destroy his own people, Mark Buchan traces motifs of deception and betrayal throughout the poem. Homer’s heroes offer bluster, their passion linked to and explained by their lack of authenticity. Buchan reads Homer’s characters between the lies, showing how the plot is structured individual denial and what cannot be said.
An exploration of the Kastner affair: a conspiracy, a violation of conscience, criminal betrayal. Picture those early days when the new nation of Israel was being formed in the region of Palestine European Jews had just endured history’s ultimate holocaust. Allied governments such as Great Britain had refused to take action to block the trains from carrying thousands of them to certain death. In those final days before the end of the war, the epicenter of the Nazi extermination effort was Hungary. Jews had fled there from Germany and Poland, but they could not outrun the shadow of death. That is the obvious truth, but was there more? Was there collaboration with the enemy that resulted in these murderous acts? Can you really trust governments and leaders to do what is right and best for those they represent? As Edmund Burke declared, "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." But what happens when those who are trusted as good join forces with evil? Underlying this story is a bizarre tapestry of deception at the highest levels of government with the lives of many innocents in the balance. The libel trial of Rudolf Kastner, a prominent journalist representing the new government and supported by its Prime Minister David Ben Gurion, establishes the outline of that hidden past, protected by the political interests of some of Israel’s early leaders. A true classic...History that reads like a mystery novel when villains parade themselves as heroes and the real heroes are targets of evil.-Print ed. Includes 204 photos, plans and maps illustrating The Holocaust
In Cold Rush Martin Breum travels through and describes the new quest for the Arctic and the tortuous ongoing diplomatic endeavours to maintain peace, while the governments involved all develop still stronger security presences.
The Morsels of Love by Ashish Singh Thakur ‘Akela’ is a captivating poetry collection that really gets into the depths of human emotions. This book explores the rich shades of feelings that define our lives, including themes of motherhood, love, betrayal, hate, agony, hope, motivation, longing, romance, pain, gain, mystic, real-surreal, from sublimity to indecency, metaphysical and tantalising desires. Each poem in Morsels of Love is a morsel—a small yet profound piece of the emotional spectrum. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt expressions, Akela captures the essence of each emotion, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences. From the tender moments of motherhood to the intense pangs of betrayal, from the dark shadows of hate to the bright light of hope, this collection offers a comprehensive look at what it means to be human. Each poem is a whisper of passion, a sigh of longing, and a testament to the enduring power of love. Whether you are seeking solace, inspiration, or simply a deeper understanding of your own feelings, Morsels of Love provides a poignant and resonant experience. Perfect for lovers of poetry and anyone interested in the complexities of human emotion, this book is a must-read. Discover the power of words and the beauty of emotions with Morsels of Love. Dive into a journey of reflection and connection, and find your own morsels of love within these pages.
