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Author: Publisher: NYU Press ISBN: 1479834254 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 192
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A rich anthology of pre-Islamic and early Islamic poetry on the beauties and perils of the hunt In the poems of Fate the Hunter, many of them translated into English for the first time, trained cheetahs chase oryx, and goshawks glare from falconers’ arms, while archers stalk their prey across the desert plains and mountain ravines of the Arabian peninsula. With this collection, James E. Montgomery, acclaimed translator of War Songs by ʿAntarah ibn Shaddād, offers a new edition and translation of twenty-six early works of hunting poetry, or ṭardiyyāt. Included here are poems by pre-Islamic poets such as Imruʾ al-Qays and al-Shanfarā, as well as poets from the Umayyad era such as al-Shamardal ibn Sharīk. The volume concludes with the earliest extant epistle about hunting, written by ʿAbd al-Ḥamīd al-Kātib, a master of Arabic prose. Through the eyes of the poet, the hunter’s pursuit of the quarry mirrors Fate’s pursuit of both humans and nonhumans and highlights the ambiguity of the encounter. With breathtaking descriptions of falcons, gazelles, and saluki gazehounds, the poems in Fate the Hunter capture the drama and tension of the hunt while offering meditations on Fate, mortality, and death. An English-only edition.
Author: Publisher: NYU Press ISBN: 1479834254 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 192
Book Description
A rich anthology of pre-Islamic and early Islamic poetry on the beauties and perils of the hunt In the poems of Fate the Hunter, many of them translated into English for the first time, trained cheetahs chase oryx, and goshawks glare from falconers’ arms, while archers stalk their prey across the desert plains and mountain ravines of the Arabian peninsula. With this collection, James E. Montgomery, acclaimed translator of War Songs by ʿAntarah ibn Shaddād, offers a new edition and translation of twenty-six early works of hunting poetry, or ṭardiyyāt. Included here are poems by pre-Islamic poets such as Imruʾ al-Qays and al-Shanfarā, as well as poets from the Umayyad era such as al-Shamardal ibn Sharīk. The volume concludes with the earliest extant epistle about hunting, written by ʿAbd al-Ḥamīd al-Kātib, a master of Arabic prose. Through the eyes of the poet, the hunter’s pursuit of the quarry mirrors Fate’s pursuit of both humans and nonhumans and highlights the ambiguity of the encounter. With breathtaking descriptions of falcons, gazelles, and saluki gazehounds, the poems in Fate the Hunter capture the drama and tension of the hunt while offering meditations on Fate, mortality, and death. An English-only edition.
Author: Abū Nuwās Publisher: NYU Press ISBN: 1479834122 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 472
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Verses on hunter and quarry from a giant of Arabic poetry Arguably the greatest poet of the Arabic language, Abū Nuwās was renowned for his innovations in poetic genre and style and was a larger-than-life figure even among his contemporaries in Abbasid Baghdad. In A Demon Spirit, acclaimed translator and scholar James E. Montgomery renders this literary giant’s hunting poetry, or ṭardiyyāt, translated for the first time in vivid English. Abū Nuwās’s poems radiate brilliance, ingenuity, and lyrical attentiveness to both nature and body. These hunting poems convey the crackling energy of ruthless predators and wily prey, the worryingly uncertain outcome of perilous pursuits, and the mythic perfection of warriors both human and animal—all the while overturning genre structures and power dynamics with unforgettable imagery expressed in smooth, natural language. A bilingual Arabic-English edition.
Author: Raj S Boruah Publisher: Notion Press ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 130
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In this fast paced action-adventure story enter a world shattered by a devastating plague known as the Red scourge and overrun by ferocious beasts. In the midst of all the chaos one young hero stands undaunted. Meet Tyler, a fearless leader, and his determined crew, navigating the ruins of an alternate Earth in search of salvation. In this adrenaline-fueled action adventure that delves deep into the complexities of time, relationships, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship. Trapped in a post-apocalyptic nightmare, Tyler and his companions embark on a daring quest to break free from the restraints of their decaying world. In this heart-pounding tale of survival, loyalty, and the indomitable spirit of humanity, join Tyler and his crew as they journey through the treacherous wasteland. Will they find the answers they seek and end the curse that keeps their world in stasis? Prepare for an epic adventure where every moment counts and the fate of their world hangs on their shoulders.
Author: Rick Austinson Publisher: AuthorHouse ISBN: 1467033480 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 707
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The strong and courageous can define their own destiny, but fate falls on all men unless they fail to act. You can control your own course, but some events, once set into motion, cannot be stopped. As time marches inexorably forward, the ghosts of the past howl louder than ever. Mistakes, left turns that should have been right, and the sanctions of lesser men all come together in a perfect storm of circumstances. The enemy has been known for generations, the seer Hrethrel spoke of him. And the Dragon of the Setting Sun that would face him. Now the day has come, and succeed or fail, the fate of the Multi-Verse is once again in the hands of Hunter Jusenkyou. Its not fate, fate can be cheated, and destiny forged. But events will come to pass, as certain as the sunset. What happens then? Brave heroes will stand and fight, but the uncertain future, the unstable past, and the certain march of time will lead all things along The Inclination to Destiny.
Author: Nicholas McIntire Publisher: Black Dove Press, LLC ISBN: 1733849106 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 626
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After a thousand years one man's fell magic has returned the Demonic Presence to the land. A young farmer, Aleksei, chosen by a magical Wood, and a prince, Jonas, gifted in the magical meridians of the Archanium, must find a way to defeat the Presence to save themselves and all they love. But what happens when the monsters and figures of prophecy become horrifyingly real? How will Aleksei cope? When the stakes are at their highest, will Jonas falter? Or will both rise to the occasion, reforging themselves into the saviors Prophecy demands they become? In a world of magic and Magi, of Angels and Demons alike, how will they survive their own contorted destiny? This is the story of a seemingly-simple world gone mad, and the reality that every action, no matter how apparently benign, can serve to unravel terrifying truths. This is the story of Aleksei Drago, farmer and Hunter, and Jonas Belgi, prince and Archanium Mage.
Author: Andrew Reid Publisher: Xlibris Corporation ISBN: 1514444534 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 185
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All Hunter wanted to do at school was play dodgeball. When the new PE teacher decided to ban it, Hunter was angry. When a chance came up to bring dodgeball back, Hunter went for it. Unfortunately for Hunter, this opened up a whole new world of assassins, shadow organizations, and world travel. All because Hunter wanted to play one more game of dodgeball.
Author: Selina Coffey Publisher: Steamy Coffee and Sexy Romance ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 175
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Enjoy this FREE steamy dragon shifter series starter by bestselling paranormal romance author Selina Coffey! Arista was dying from a rare and inexplicable disease. Desperate for answers, she went looking for her mother behind her father’s back. She wasn’t expecting much from her, and it was no surprise when Mom had no idea why she was sick. But what troubled Arista was that her mother kept talking about dragons and magic. Now she began to understand why people said her mother was crazy. Just as she had given up all hope in life… Malcolm, a handsome dragon prince, flew into her room and sparked something inside of her. Mom was right—dragons are real! And somehow, being near him improved her condition. But to Malcolm, Arista’s very existence was a threat. It was in her blood—she was one of the very few dragon hunters left in this world. But Malcolm also felt that spark, something that drew him to her. It couldn’t be! She couldn’t be fated to be his mate… It was his duty to protect his realm from mankind. His mission was clear: to take her, torture her, and kill her. Definitely not to fall in love with her. What?!?! Yes, this is a romance between a hot dragon shifter and a dragon hunter. Can they make it work? What do you think…? Discover a scorching dragon shifter romance like no other! Join our powerful shifter as fate entwines with a rare hunter, thought to be extinct. Will their sizzling attraction survive in a world of danger and secrets? Find out now! The reading order of this series: 1. Destiny Of The Dragon Prince 2. Defying The Dragon Prince 3. Chamber Of The Dragon Prince This is an adult only steamy contemporary romance, appealing to readers who love fated mates, shifter romance, forbidden and sizzling hot romances with a twist. Perfect for fans of Mac Flynn, Thea Harrison, J.K. Harper, Abigail Owen and Zoe Chant.
Author: Robert Quade Publisher: AuthorHouse ISBN: 1452052662 Category : Languages : en Pages : 502
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A young black boy with a genius IQ and photographic memory is captured and sold into slavery just before the onset of the Civil War to an Alabaman plantation. He vows vengeance on the white man using the white man's rules. His sole threat comes from a prophesy by a shaman in his old African village in which his life would be ruled by cats, which does not necessarily mean feline. Can he recognize them and bend them to his will in order to progress in his control of people?
Author: Edward Schwartz Publisher: Xlibris Corporation ISBN: 1669819922 Category : Poetry Languages : en Pages : 127
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LIVE, LOVE, LAUGH Live, love, laugh and linger a while Let the sun lead your life while you’re young Ignore rainy days, thunder and lightning When things go wrong just break out in song Feel your heart beat and push out a smile Now hold that pose for a little while The world will smile with you, a happy day You’ll find that things are going your way. Live, love, laugh and wonder a while How do the seasons change without our help? The moon and the sun complement their style Flowers and leaves, come back by themselves The earth turns, seasons change, secret unknown So live, love, laugh, mind the seeds you have sown.
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Author: Abū Nuwās
Author: Ernest K. Gann
Author: Raj S Boruah
Author: Rick Austinson
Author: Nicholas McIntire
Author: Andrew Reid
Author: Selina Coffey
Author: Robert Quade
Author: Edward Schwartz