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Author: Shahrokh Meskoob Publisher: Syracuse University Press ISBN: 081565510X Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 248
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Shahrokh Meskoob was one of Iran’s leading intellectuals and a preeminent scholar of Persian literary traditions, language, and cultural identity. In The Ant’s Gift, Meskoob applies his insight and considerable analytical skills to the Shahnameh, the national epic of Iran completed in 1010 by the poet Abul-Qâsem Ferdowsi. Tracing Iran’s history from its first mythical king to the fall of the Sasanian dynasty, the Shahnameh includes myths, romance, history, and political theory. Meskoob sheds new light on this seminal work of Persian culture, identifying the story as at once a historical and poetic work. While previous criticism of the Shahnameh has focused on its linguistic importance and its role in Iranian nationalism, Meskoob draws attention to the work’s pre-Islamic cultural origins.
Author: Shahrokh Meskoob Publisher: Syracuse University Press ISBN: 081565510X Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 248
Book Description
Shahrokh Meskoob was one of Iran’s leading intellectuals and a preeminent scholar of Persian literary traditions, language, and cultural identity. In The Ant’s Gift, Meskoob applies his insight and considerable analytical skills to the Shahnameh, the national epic of Iran completed in 1010 by the poet Abul-Qâsem Ferdowsi. Tracing Iran’s history from its first mythical king to the fall of the Sasanian dynasty, the Shahnameh includes myths, romance, history, and political theory. Meskoob sheds new light on this seminal work of Persian culture, identifying the story as at once a historical and poetic work. While previous criticism of the Shahnameh has focused on its linguistic importance and its role in Iranian nationalism, Meskoob draws attention to the work’s pre-Islamic cultural origins.
Author: Pauline Holdstock Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company ISBN: 9780393059687 Category : Enslaved women Languages : en Pages : 368
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Through this fearless story of utterly convincing human passions, Holdstock paints a rich, beautifully textured portrait of the Italian Renaissance and its material and spiritual visions of human nature.
Author: Shaun David Hutchinson Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 148144963X Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 464
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After the suicide of his boyfriend, Henry deals with depression and family issues, all while wondering if he was really abducted and told he has 144 days to decide whether or not the world is worth saving.
Author: DK Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 0744022436 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 16
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Take a first look at the amazing world of ants in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book, a perfect first gift for babies and toddlers. The friendly, read-aloud text and exciting illustrations by Kate Slater will have young nature-lovers smiling in no time as they learn fun words about ants that all begin with the letter "a". Have fun with your little ones by pointing to the colorful illustrations that tell the story of these awesome workers. Learn how ants work together, what they eat, and where they live. Filled with simple, fun facts, A is for Ant provides lots to talk about and is cleverly designed to encourage early learners to repeat the fun a-words.
Author: Edward O. Wilson Publisher: JHU Press ISBN: 0801899737 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 111
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One of the earliest New World naturalists, José Celestino Mutis began his professional life as a physician in Spain and ended it as a scientist and natural philosopher in modern-day Colombia. Drawing on new translations of Mutis's nearly forgotten writings, this fascinating story of scientific adventure in eighteenth-century South America retrieves Mutis's contributions from obscurity. In 1760, the 28-year-old Mutis—newly appointed as the personal physician of the Viceroy of the New Kingdom of Granada—embarked on a 48-year exploration of the natural world of northern South America. His thirst for knowledge led Mutis to study the region's flora, become a professor of mathematics, construct the first astronomical observatory in the Western Hemisphere, and amass one of the largest scientific libraries in the world. He translated Newton's writings and penned essays about Copernicus; lectured extensively on astronomy, geography, and meteorology; and eventually became a priest. But, as two-time Pulitzer Prize–winner Edward O. Wilson and Spanish natural history scholar José M. Gómez Durán reveal in this enjoyable and illustrative account, one of Mutis's most magnificent accomplishments involved ants. Acting at the urging of Carl Linnaeus—the father of taxonomy—shortly after he arrived in the New Kingdom of Granada, Mutis began studying the ants that swarmed everywhere. Though he lacked any entomological training, Mutis built his own classification for the species he found and named at a time when New World entomology was largely nonexistent. His unorthodox catalog of army ants, leafcutters, and other six-legged creatures found along the banks of the Magdalena provided a starting point for future study. Wilson and Durán weave a compelling, fast-paced story of ants on the march and the eighteenth-century scientist who followed them. A unique glance into the early world of science exploration, Kingdom of Ants is a delight to read and filled with intriguing information.
Author: AQEEL AHMED Publisher: AQEEL AHMED ISBN: 1998240169 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 46
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In the middle of a busy anthill under the big old oak tree, a group of hardworking ants lived together in peace. Everyone in the forest knew how hard they worked and how well they worked together to do their daily tasks. Even though they were very busy, the Ants' Birthday Party was a unique tradition that set them apart. The ants thought that all living things, no matter how small, should have a day to be happy and have fun. Their idea was simple, but it worked: life was a gift that should be cherished. Auntie Antella picked up the young ants one beautiful morning while they were sunbathing in the forest's golden light and told them about the Ants' Birthday Party that was coming up. As the happy little ants told everyone in the anthill, plans began to take shape. Everyone in the settlement gave their unique skills to make the party amazing. Antonio, who was a great cook, chose to make a cake out of the juiciest and sweetest crumbs they could find. Antoinette, the artist, used flower petals and dewdrops as ink to make beautiful invitations. Antonia, who is very good at planning things, made a schedule of games and events. But the most important job was to ask Queen Butterfly, the most beautiful and smart butterfly in the forest, to the party. The ants worked together and didn't give up, so they turned their home into a party with daisies, dandelions, small tables, pebble chairs, and fragrant petal garlands. As the party day got closer, Auntie Antella gathered the little ants again, stressing how important it was to share happiness and kindness, which was the real point of their celebration. Finally, the long-awaited day came, and the forest was bathed in golden light. Antonio showed off a cake with colored crumbs and tasty dew on top, along with tiny ants dressed in their smallest, shiniest outfits. Beautiful invitations from Antoinette brought guests from all over the forest, such as friendly beetles, happy ladybugs, and a family of singing crickets. The event started with a lively dancing competition where many wild animals showed off their skills. As the party hit its peak, Queen Butterfly gracefully lowered herself from the canopy. When her bright wings shone like rainbows, the anthill was filled with awe. Queen Butterfly danced with the young ants and told them stories about her travels. She added a magical touch to the party. It was time to cut the cake as the sun went down. By cutting the cake into two equal halves, Queen Butterfly shows how important it is to share and be with others. The ants found out that the party wasn't special because of the cake, the flowers, or even the special guest. What really made it memorable was the love, laughter, and friendship they shared. The queen butterfly smiled and praised the ants for being honest and able to enjoy the beautiful things in life. Her words had a big effect on us because they reminded us that how sincere the party was more important than how big it was. After that, the ants kept working hard while also finding time to have fun and get to know each other. Their anthill became a place of peace and unity when they were friendly and warm to all the animals in the forest. Everyone remembered that every day was a gift worth celebrating at the Ants' Birthday Party, which became a ritual. People outside of the forest heard about the ants' story, and it became a sign of unity, kindness, and the magic of celebration. It showed that even the smallest animals could teach us the most important lessons about love and what it means to celebrate. This is how the story starts: A group of hardworking ants used to live in a busy anthill under the beautiful old oak tree. These ants were known all over the forest for how hard they worked and how well they worked together. They worked together every day to get food and build tunnels to keep their home safe and warm. Even though they had a lot going on, the Ants' Birthday Party was always something they looked forward to. There were a lot of ants in the hive, or rather, in the "anthill" that was under the big oak tree. Working together and supporting each other were more than just beliefs there; they were ways of life. Each ant had a job to do, from the hunters who went out to find food and nectar to the builders who carefully planned and constructed complex tubes under the hill. Their little legs worked hard, carrying leaves that were many times their own length and width and digging paths that wound through the ground like a maze. People in the woods knew how hard the ants worked, and even other animals in the woods respected their persistence. Animals like squirrels, bunnies, and birds were amazed by the ants' well-organized rows, with each ant carrying its own weight, and by how well their society worked as a whole. Even though they worked very hard, the ants loved the Ants' Birthday Party more than anything else. This yearly gathering showed how much they cared about happiness and unity all the time. Everybody in the colony took the day off from work to enjoy the easy things in life. Plans for the Ants' Birthday Party began months ago. Auntie Antella, who is the tallest and smartest ant, was in charge of planning everything. The settlement didn't tell anyone how old she was, but everyone could tell she was smart. She had seen many generations of ants and knew how important it was to build a strong sense of community. Uncle Antella would group the young ants around her, their eyes sparkling with excitement, and tell them stories about festivals that had happened in the past. These stories were more than just fun; they taught us how to work together, be kind, and know how important it is to take a break from the stresses of everyday life. Auntie Antella told the little ants about the time they had Mr. and Mrs. Beetle over, even though they were lost in the bush. When the beetles brought music and dances to the festival, the ants gave them food and a place to live in return. These stories helped them remember that the Ants' Birthday Party was a chance to be kind and friendly to everyone, not just themselves. As time went on, the young ants were happy to offer their skills to help the party go well. Antonio, the anthill's skilled cook, would try out new recipes to make the best party food, and Antoinette, the anthill's artistic soul, would carefully write invitations on a canvas of petals and dewdrops. Antonia, who is very good at planning things, would make sure that everyone had a good day by planning games and other fun things to do. The most important job, though, was picking out a special guest for the party. There would be heated arguments among the young ants over who would represent the party's energy. They could have invited anything from a wise old owl to a beautiful dragonfly, but they chose to invite Queen Butterfly, who was the most beautiful and elegant butterfly in the forest. As the big day got closer, the ants' excitement level went through the roof. By adding wildflowers, leaves, and rocks to their simple anthill, they turned it into a wonderful wonderland. Small tables with pebble seats were set up, and beautiful wreaths made of fragrant flower petals hung over the door, filling the room with a lovely scent. The day of the Ants' Birthday Party, the sun seemed to shine brighter, and the forest seemed to be buzzing with excitement. To celebrate Antonio's birthday, the little ants dressed in their cutest and brightest clothes gathered around his cake, which sparkled with colored crumbs and sugary dew. People from all over the world came to Antoinette's party because of her beautiful invites. Bugs like ladybugs, beetles, crickets, and even a friendly group of bumblebees hummed with happiness as they joined in the fun. To start the party off, the young ants planned a loud dance contest. Ladybugs moved smoothly, beetles tapped their feet to a jazzy beat, and ants did complicated dance moves they had been practicing for weeks. The forest animals were having a great time, and they were laughing and cheering the whole time. The leaves moved in a light breeze, and Queen Butterfly came down from the ceiling just as the party was starting. The anthill was filled with awe when she flew by. Her wings sparkled like a thousand rainbows. The young ants yelled, "Welcome, Queen Butterfly!" "Thank you for coming to our party."
Author: Melissa Stewart Publisher: National Geographic Books ISBN: 1426306091 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 36
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Ants are everywhere. They creep, they crawl, they climb, and they fall. But they get up and they keep on working. Ants come in all different shapes, different sizes, and different colors. And they do a lot of different jobs. These hard-working little creatures thrive wherever they go, making whatever adaptations necessary in their ever-changing world.
Author: Gemma Raynor Publisher: Parragon Publishing ISBN: 9781472346025 Category : Ants Languages : en Pages : 0
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Anthony Anteater likes to eat. But so do the hungry ants that have a habit of carrying away his food! Poor Antony is at his wits' end, until he has the clever idea of taking his breakfast somewhere those pesky ants cannot follow ...
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