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Category : Ireland
Languages : en
Pages : 780
Book Description
The Dublin University Magazine
Author: Ceremonies and Spectacles
Author: Teresa Ferreira de Almeida AlvesPublisher: Vu University Press
ISBN:
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 448
Book Description
"This volume explores, from the perspective of several academic disciplines, the role of the performing arts in American culture, as much as the many ways in which American culture itself can be considered as performed, as created in individual and collective acts of cultural performance." "Americanist scholars from Europe and the United States deal with several different aspects of how American cultural identity(ies) is (are) staged: from public spectacle to the performative text, from ritual, popular theater, and home theatricals to communal festivities and celebrations. The book's focus is on widely different areas of political and cultural life and on different phases of American cultural history from the revolutionary period to the present."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Truth and the Comedic Art
Author: Michael GelvenPublisher: State University of New York Press
ISBN: 0791492141
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
Traditional philosophy places a singular emphasis on tragedy, acting under the assumption that tragedy is more profound than comedy. Gelven argues that comedy deserves equal if not greater attention from philosophy. Through the interpretative readings and concrete analysis of three classical works, Gelven shows that comedy provides an access to truth unavailable by any other means. Silvius in Shakespeares's As You Like It, Cherubino in Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro, and Lord Goring in Wilde's An Ideal Husband are examined in terms of why and how they are comic, along with how and why they are seen both as fools and yet as graced. Gelven finds that in revealing the spirit of graced folly, comedy teaches us about our own essence, the fundamental nature of our finitude. This will undoubtedly be of considerable importance not only to philosophical aestheticians or literary critics, but also for those seeking to understand the nature of truth itself.
Black & White
Author: Love's Executioner
Author: Irvin D. YalomPublisher: Basic Books
ISBN: 0465031609
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
A NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER An “utterly absorbing” collection of ten classic tales from the therapist’s chair by renowned psychiatrist and best-selling author Irvin D. Yalom (Newsday) Why was Saul tormented by three unopened letters from Stockholm? What made Thelma spend her whole life raking over a long-past love affair? How did Carlos's macho fantasies help him deal with terminal cancer? In this engrossing book, Irvin Yalom gives detailed and deeply affecting accounts of his work with these and seven other patients. Deep down, all of them were suffering from the basic human anxieties—isolation, fear of death or freedom, a sense of the meaninglessness of life—that none of us can escape completely. And yet, as the case histories make touchingly clear, it is only by facing such anxieties head on that we can hope to come to terms with them and develop. Throughout, Dr. Yalom remains refreshingly frank about his own errors and prejudices; his book provides a rare glimpse into the consulting room of a master therapist.
The Illustrated American
Author: DAISY OR, THE FAIRY SPECTACLES
Author: C. S. GuildPublisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9360460869
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
C. S. Guild's "DAISY" emerges as a literary masterpiece, showcasing the writer's exceptional skills in seamlessly blending history with fiction. This remarkable work now not best entertains however additionally educates, as Guild meticulously weaves a story that bridges the geographical regions of truth and imagination. The novel stands as a testomony to Guild's planned efforts to create a profound connection among readers and the historic tapestry he expertly unfolds. In "DAISY," Guild's storytelling prowess shines, offering a charming exploration of historical landscapes while delving into the complexities of human experience. The novel's narrative brilliance lies in its capacity to both enchant and teach, imparting readers with a rich and immersive experience. Guild's writing is characterized by using an ideal balance of beauty and accessibility, allowing a various target audience to engage with and revel in his extraordinary tales. The titular individual, Daisy, serves as the point of interest via which Guild navigates the historic backdrop, bringing activities to existence with creativity and ardour. As readers embark in this literary adventure, they come across now not simplest a compelling tale but also a completely unique mixture of historical context and resourceful storytelling. "DAISY" stands as a testomony to C. S. Guild's enduring contribution to literature, leaving an indelible mark on the literary panorama with a work that resonates with readers from various backgrounds.
The Kazakh Spring
Author: Diana T. KudaibergenPublisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1009454277
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
How can a de-institutionalised protest movement disrupt a solidified, repressive and extremely resilient authoritarian regime? Using the context of the Kazakh Spring protests (2019–ongoing), Diana T. Kudaibergen focuses on how the interplay between a repressive regime and democratisation struggles define and shape each other. Combining original interview data, digital ethnography and contentious politics studies, she argues that the new generation of activists, including Instagram political influencers and renowned public intellectuals, have been able to de-legitimise and counter one of the most resilient authoritarian regimes and inspire mass protests that none of the formalised opposition ever imagined possible in Kazakhstan. 'The Kazakh Spring' is the first book to detail the emergence of this political field of opportunities that allowed the possibility to rethink the political limits in Kazakhstan, essentially toppling the long-term dictator in unprecedented mass protests of the Bloody January 2022.
Author: Sydney Grundy
Author: Charlotte M. Mason