What will the future look like? To judge from many speculative fiction films and books, from Blade Runner to Cloud Atlas, the future will be full of cities that resemble Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Shanghai, and it will be populated mainly by cold, unfeeling citizens who act like robots. Techno-Orientalism investigates the phenomenon of imagining Asia and Asians in hypo- or hyper-technological terms in literary, cinematic, and new media representations, while criticall...

The Illustrated Edition of 'The Greatest Poems & Carols for Christmas Time' is a splendid anthology that captures the essence of the festive season through its rich tapestry of poetic and musical heritage. This collection masterfully intertwines timeless Christmas carols with beloved poems, evoking the warmth and spirit of the holiday season. From classic narratives and lyrical ballads to reflective verses, the anthology encompasses a wide spectrum of moods and styles, transporting readers...

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly abridged and remastered stories are now available to download for the first time.A collection of the greatest war poetry ever written, read by some of the 20th century’s most renowned actors.Tragedy, war, and humanity are played out in these ...

Zum 150.Geburtstag von W.B. Yeats am 13. JuniNobelpreisträger William Butler Yeats schrieb berührende Liebeslyrik, er beschwor die keltische Dämmerung und ein mythisches Byzanz. Seine stilistische Vielfalt – vom Volkslied bis zum formstreng komponierten Liebesgedicht – spiegelt sich in den unterschiedlichen Lesungen wider: in den kraftvollen Rezitationen des Autors und Dylan Thomas' sowie den legendären englischsprachigen Lesungen aus den Fünfzigerjahren. Hanns Zisc...