Author: Donna Sullivan Harper Publisher: University of Missouri Press ISBN: 9780826210883 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 286
Book Description
The "Simple" stories, Langston Hughes's satirical pieces featuring Harlem's Jesse B. Semple, have been lauded as Hughes's greatest contribution to American fiction. In Not So Simple, Donna Akiba Sullivan Harper provides the first full historical analysis of the Simple stories. Harper traces the evolution and development of Simple from his 1943 appearance in Hughes's weekly Chicago Defender column through his 1965 farewell in the New York Post. Drawing on correspondence and manuscripts of the stories, Harper explores the development of the Simple collections, from Simple Speaks His Mind (1950) to Simple's Uncle Sam (1965), providing fresh and provocative perspectives on both Hughes and the characters who populate his stories. Harper discusses the nature of Simple, Harlem's "everyman", and the way in which Hughes used his character both to teach fellow Harlem residents about their connection to world events and to give black literature a hero whose "day-after-day heroism" would exemplify greatness. She explores the psychological, sociological, and literary meanings behind the Simple stories, and suggests ways in which the stories illustrate lessons of American history and political science. She also examines the roles played by women in these humorously ironic fictions. Ultimately, Hughes's attitudes as an author are measured against the views of other prominent African American writers. Demonstrating the richness and complexity of this Langston Hughes character and the Harlem he inhabited. Not So Simple makes an important contribution to the study of American literature.
Author: Joel Feinberg Publisher: Oxford University Press ISBN: 9780198035329 Category : Law Languages : en Pages : 240
Book Description
Feinberg is one of the leading philosophers of law of the last forty years. This volume collects recent articles, both published and unpublished, on what he terms "basic questions" about the law, particularly in regard to the relationship to morality. Accessibly and elegantly written, this volume's audience will reflect the diverse nature of Feinberg's own interests: scholars in philosophy of law, legal theory, and ethical and moral theory.
Author: Eric Decetis Publisher: Sellers Publishing ISBN: 9781416245292 Category : Family & Relationships Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Let us laugh in the face of decrepitude. Let us scream as gravity drags (and sags) us down. And let s pretend that the drooping jowls, saggy butt, and hairy ears are somebody else's problem. And while we re at it, let s poke a little fun at those folks, too. Old Farts, There Ought to Be a Law is the latest collection from fabled cartoonist Eric Decetis. He takes no prisoners as he mines the fears and anxieties of the senior set and laughs at their fumbles and foibles. Old Farts is perfect for the older folks in your life, and for anyone else who knows and loves them.
Author: Portia Bright Pittman Publisher: Bright Books ISBN: 9781734935653 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 102
Book Description
There Ought to be a Law-A Bright Day at the State Capitol is a fun, informational activity book for ages 6-9, about how bills become laws. The illustrated story takes Eliza and Martin on visit to the state legislature where their whole day turns into an exciting adventure learning how to make a law in their state. The story and activity book will have you on the edge of your seats. This book is great for kids in grades 2nd-5th .
Author: James W. Forrester Publisher: M.E. Sharpe ISBN: 9781563248801 Category : Philosophy Languages : en Pages : 348
Book Description
Forrester eloquently argues his new system of deontic logic (a special branch of logic involved with obligation and permission) pitting it against standard systems and fitting it into a general logic of practical reasoning. He manages all this with a comprehensive discussion of the general principles of deontics, the semantics of "should" and "ought to do" in standard deontic logic, and a map of what he thinks the logic ought to do to achieve moral realism. Paper edition (unseen), $24.95. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Author: Myles W. Wallace Publisher: Trafford Publishing ISBN: 1466980842 Category : Poetry Languages : en Pages : 252
Book Description
These God-inspired poems were written while Myles traveled locally, nationally, and internationally as a field engineer. Myles learned that education is invaluable for advancing in society. At the age of eight, Myles’s third-grade teacher inspired him to read books. By the time he was nine, he had read three hundred books, many of them were poetry books. Through poetry, he is able to express his deep feelings about humankind. Myles enjoys meeting and conversing with people of all ages, genders, and cultures. He continues to seek knowledge. Of the many poems Myles has written, he does not have a favorite. He loves them all. Reading and writing poetry are still two of Myles’s favorite activities. Thank you for purchasing this book. Please enjoy it. Sybil C. Wallace
Author: Richard Guzman Publisher: SIU Press ISBN: 9780809327041 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 364
Book Description
Ranging from 1861 to the present day, an anthology of works by many of Chicago's leading black writers includes poetry, fiction, drama, essays, journalism, and historical and social commentary.
Author: Donna Sullivan Harper
Author: Joel Feinberg
Author: Portia Bright Pittman
Author: Eric Decetis
Author: Portia Bright Pittman
Author: James W. Forrester
Author: Myles W. Wallace
Author: Richard Guzman
Author: Henry D. Barton
Author: Oliver Wendell Holmes