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Two Polish American children use a magic spell to animate the statue to a little insurgent of the Warsaw Uprising in Warsaw. The magic spell also casts the children back in time to August, 1944, during the Warsaw Uprising. The little insurgent guides the children in search of their parents, and ultimately back to their world.
Author: Eric Van Young Publisher: Stanford University Press ISBN: 9780804748216 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 722
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This book argues that in addition to being a war of national liberation, Mexico's movement toward independence from Spain was also an internal war pitting classes and ethnic groups against each other, an intensely localized struggle by rural people, especially Indians, for the preservation of their communities.
Author: Edith Wharton Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : Art Languages : en Pages : 46
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Edith Wharton was an American novelist and short story writer. Wharton drew upon her insider's knowledge of the upper-class New York "aristocracy" to realistically portray the lives and morals of the Gilded Age. Wharton's writings often dealt with themes such as "social and individual fulfillment, repressed sexuality, and the manners of old families and the new elite.
Author: Johnny E. Williams Publisher: Univ. Press of Mississippi ISBN: 1628467231 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 208
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What role did religion play in sparking the call for civil rights? Was the African American church a motivating force or a calming eddy? The conventional view among scholars of the period is that religion as a source for social activism was marginal, conservative, or pacifying. Not so, argues Johnny E. Williams. Focusing on the state of Arkansas as typical in the role of ecclesiastical activism, his book argues that black religion from the period of slavery through the era of segregation provided theological resources that motivated and sustained preachers and parishioners battling racial oppression. Drawing on interviews, speeches, case studies, literature, sociological surveys, and other sources, Williams persuasively defines the most ardent of civil rights activists in the state as products of church culture. Both religious beliefs and the African American church itself were essential in motivating blacks to act individually and collectively to confront their oppressors in Arkansas and throughout the South. Williams explains how the ideology of the black church roused disparate individuals into a community and how the church established a base for many diverse participants in the civil rights movement. He shows how church life and ecumenical education helped to sustain the protest of people with few resources and little permanent power. Williams argues that the church helped galvanize political action by bringing people together and creating social bonds even when societal conditions made action difficult and often dangerous. The church supplied its members with meanings, beliefs, relationships, and practices that served as resources to create a religious protest message of hope.
Author: Walter Scott Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : Literary Collections Languages : en Pages : 15721
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The Complete Works of Sir Walter Scott showcases the renowned author's diverse literary talents, including novels, short stories, poetry, memoirs, and letters. With a rich historical context and vivid storytelling, Scott's works transport readers to the romantic landscapes of Scotland and beyond. His novels, such as 'Ivanhoe' and 'Rob Roy,' are characterized by their intricate plots, memorable characters, and immersive historical details. Furthermore, Scott's poetic compositions reflect his deep love for nature and his keen observations of human emotions. Sir Walter Scott, a prominent figure in the Romantic literary movement, drew inspiration from Scottish history and folklore. His passion for antiquarianism and chivalric tales heavily influenced his writing style, making his works both entertaining and educational. Scott's dedication to preserving Scotland's cultural heritage through his literary endeavors earned him widespread acclaim and solidified his legacy as one of the greatest literary figures of his time. I highly recommend 'The Complete Works of Sir Walter Scott' to readers who appreciate masterful storytelling, rich historical settings, and lyrical prose. This comprehensive collection offers a glimpse into the creative genius of a literary giant whose works continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
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