"A Dog of Flanders" is a sorrowful novella written by Ouida, the pen name of 19th-century British author Maria Louise Ramé. Readers are compelled to continue reading to find out what happens next since the title character is so indulgent. Some stories are brutal and weird, while others creep up on you and draw you in slowly. This touching narrative takes place in the bucolic environs of Flanders, Belgium, and follows a little orphan named Nello and his beloved dog, Patrasche. As they tackle life's hardships together, Nello, a great artist, and Patrasche, a loyal and hardworking dog, form an everlasting connection. As Nello strives to become a famous artist in order to lift himself and his grandfather out of poverty, the action unfolds against a backdrop of poverty and societal challenges. The story revolves around the timeless themes of friendship, love, and the resilient human spirit. Despite the odds stacked against him, Nello's unwavering dedication to his artistic ambitions and Patrasche's loyalty exemplify the tenacity and triumph of the human-animal bond. As the narrative progresses, readers are transported into a world where art serves as a means of transcendence, offering calm and optimism in the midst of life's struggles.
Bernard Shaw's "The Perfect Wagnerite: A Commentary on the Ring of the Niblung" is a major work. This book offers an in-depth examination of Richard Wagner's famous opera cycle "Der Ring des Nibelungen." Shaw's commentary delves into the complex strata of Wagner's magnum opus, providing a multidimensional assessment that goes beyond typical music analysis. He introduces readers to Wagnerian mythology, complex character relationships, and the overarching plot, frequently through the lens of socialism and revolutionary thought. Shaw's opinion that the Ring Cycle might be viewed as a parable for societal reform is one of his core arguments. He sees the demise of the gods and the return of the ring to the Rhine as a metaphor for the inevitable collapse of repressive society systems and the possibility of a more egalitarian future. Shaw's distinct wit and intellectual depth shine through throughout the book as he connects with Wagner's work. His commentary extends beyond musical criticism to include political and philosophical implications. Shaw's approach encourages readers to evaluate Wagner's music dramas in the light of a broader cultural and historical backdrop. In conclusion, George Bernard Shaw's "The Perfect Wagnerite" is a thought-provoking and enduring investigation of Wagner's vast operatic masterpiece, providing readers with a novel perspective that mixes musical analysis with socio-political criticism.
A short collection of chaotic works based in sex, BDSM and ancestral trauma.
Christopher Morley's story "Parnassus on Wheels" is a joy. Helen McGill, a middle-aged spinster, has spent her life caring for her brother Andrew and their lucrative traveling bookshop known as "Parnassus." This book is classified as historical fiction, and it is a brilliant collection of ideas compacted into a single draft for readers of all ages to read. With an eye-catching new cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of "Parnassus on Wheels" is both current and legible. She, on the other hand, yearns for adventure and freedom. Helen's life takes an unexpected turn when Roger Mifflin, an interesting and strange story salesman, appears at her door with an offer to buy Parnassus. Fearing that her brother is wasting his life on the road, Helen decides to sell the bookstore and embark on her own creative trip. As she meets new people and navigates the world of bookselling, she rapidly realizes that living on the road can be both exciting and challenging. Helen and Roger form an unusual and touching friendship as they travel together, discovering not only literary delights but additionally the joys of company.
William Ralston Shedden Ralston's translation of "Russian Fairy Tales" is a compelling collection of folktales. The beautiful world of Russian folklore is introduced to English-speaker's viewers in this piece of literature. Through these stories, Ralston, an outstanding historian and linguist, brilliantly brings viewers into contact with the rich fabric of Russian culture. The work of literature includes an extensive selection of stories, from humorous adventures to moral fables, all rooted in Russian heritage. Ralston's love of Russian language and culture shines through in his translations, which capture the heart of these stories while remaining authentic. The work of literature serves as a portal into the core of Russia's storytelling tradition, emphasizing the country's distinct narrative style and ideals. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of "Russian Fairy Tales" is both modern and readable.
"Each day is busy max, In a world of high speed Internet, I wish to be a fax, No fire, no fret. Sometimes when it gets "too much", I scribble (mostly nonsensical) a rhyme or two, A simpler world I clutch, Unworried, unstressed, un-blue. Dreaming of being an idle mind, Aware in idyllic times I'll self-combust, Between those realms myself I find, Now over to you, reader, in you I trust."
This is a gift, from me to you. A small collection of poems, on all matters important to me!
This poetry clarifies how specific individuals and objects in the world around us can make life worthwhile.
"This is my maiden book. This book contains several metrical compositions made over the period of 10 years and from different stages of life. You might be having some unresolved problems, unachieved aspirations and grand goals. This book will surely help you to make complicated and important decisions in life. Or, if you are carefree and love doing new things, then you will surely love this book. You can reach out the author at dr.nikita.maan1995@gmail.com for any suggestions so that we can improve the book for the better in subsequent editions."
This book is based in the present tense of a young teenage female trying to navigate the struggles of her youth. Finding ways to escape within the day, writing comes into play. Jotting down her inner most feelings and desires, is a way to cope within the way she is being raised.
This is a book about anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as hope, love, and healing.
A poetry collection about global issues both big and small. Humanity is an interesting subject because we are the ones who write stories. Only through our struggles can we create something beautiful.
"The seeds on the path The seeds on Rocky Ground The seeds among thorns The seeds on good soil A collection of poems written and heard in April."
Join me on a journey composed of winding verse. Explore sadness, happiness, want and loss, conjured into a flow of words that inspires thought and daydream. For the duration of these pages, at least, let's be dreamers, together.
I believe that most things worth achieving require a certain level of struggle, and that beauty shines brighter after darkness. I am so proud and happy with the woman I am today, but she wasn't born out of sunshine and rainbows. This collection highlights my experiences with mental health, trauma and infertility. My thoughts and feelings while battling those demons, and how they shaped me into the person I am today.
"Fufabla Seed, a collection of poems, explores the random thoughts, that disappears as soon as it appears, and attempts to grasp these thoughts with words."
A collection of poems about loss and finding yourself afterwards, written as a challenge of a poem a day.
"The Wanderer Leaps Willingly is a collection of poems written during the author's recovery from their mid-youth breakdown in a mental health partial hospitalization program. The poems are written in chronological order during their recovery process, one day at a time, and reflect the shifts of feeling, well-being, and self-awareness during the healing journey. They are vulnerable and truthful accounts of the painful and healing process of walking the labyrinth one step at a time to the heart of the issue."
healing is 100% not easy. i know as best as anyone. i'm managing, but this new boy makes it kinda hard. the more i think the more i realize how much i focus on him, and how little i focus on you...
Untouched Thoughts is a positive collection of life experiences in one book which creates not only inspiration but reminds individuals they are not alone in the journey of life. Everyone experiences hardships and transitions when hitting milestones and growing in life. Reading is a therapeutic outlet. Experience the joy, motivation, connection, and comfort Untouched Thoughts has to offer and you will develop a new, fresh outlook on life.
Strap in for a Rollercoaster of emotions as we journey through love, life lessons, and the harsh realities so many of us share. Poetry is one of the arts that while it is not necessary to sustain life, it does make life worth living, speaks to our hearts and souls, and reminds us that we are not alone.
What is truly one's memories? What is our lived experience when one only has so little? How can one truly express themselves when one has no time to do so? In "The Train Kept Rumbling On", Vellakkat explores all of this, and more, seeking to understand one's self and how the world around them and their own recollections of the world around them shapes them, transforming themselves into the person they truly are. A collection of twenty-one poems, "The Train Kept Rumbling On" is a culmination and a shift of writing, exploring new paths of poetry while standing on the shoulders of the giants who have come before.
This collection of poems implores readers to reflect on their personal relationships and how their thoughts and actions impact emotions, identity, and expectations.
"Legend says it's still all wild frontier, but that isn't quite so. Behind society's trends? Yes. But that's the best part. It's a place where there are still open plains. Cattle and horses wander almost like they're free. A place where neighbors still get together And kids are raised with discipline and love. Family events include all your second and third cousins. When someone needs a hand it's offered without expecting anything in return. And when there is a sporting event or musical performance, the whole town shows up to support. This is a collection of poems that will resonate with anyone who's from this piece of Heaven on earth: the Midwest."
"We each have battled in wars between our heads and hearts, painfully having to take one side. When both are equally important how could we possibly chose the better one? Sad that the choice is inevitable to everyone at some point of time. Paper Hearts and Rain is an amalgam of poetry works written by Mahathi Chavali. It show cases a wide range of emotions including love, loss and liberation. From single lines to filled pages, this book showcases a wide range of simple yet very heart touching poems."
This book of poems is dedicated to the author's wife, the same poems she chose to love and cherish for years to come. These words are meant to bend the mind into believing what was once impossible, is now possible, and meaningful. Each line receives the intent to stir the senses, compelling us to persevere in loving our partners.
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