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John Earle

A PRELIMINARY VIEW. The Latin literature with which we are best acquainted was the result of study and imitation of Greek literature. But the old vernacular Latin was a homely and simple speech, much more like any modern language in its ways and movements than would be supposed by those who only know classical Latin. The old Latin poetry was rhythmical, and fond of alliteration. Such was the native song of the Italian Camenae, unlike the aesthetic poetry of the classical age, with its metr...

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John Earle

"The Alfred Jewel: An Historical Essay" by John Earle delves into the significance of the Alfred Jewel, a remarkable artifact from the Anglo-Saxon period. This exquisite piece, believed to have been commissioned by King Alfred the Great, serves as a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of the time. Earle explores the jewel's intricate design, its historical context, and its implications for understanding the cultural and political landscape of 9th-century England. Through meticulous...

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Chronicles & Essays

Complete and unabridged, with 59 full-page plates by Thomas Gibson, Thomas Gainsborough and John Theodore Heins. Seventy-eight portraits of English types drawn in 1628: a plain country fellow, a she-precise hypocrite, a young raw preacher, a downright scholar, a tavern. John Earle was a young Oxford don when he wrote them and later a bishop; the book circulated anonymously and made his name. Each character is a paragraph long and cuts exactly as deep as it needs to. Fifty-nine plates after...

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John Earle

TO THE MEMORY OF THE REVEREND DAVID WRIGHT, “THE GRAVE DIVINE” OF THESE PAGES, WHOSE NAME WILL LIVE IN BRISTOL

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John Earle

"Microcosmography" by John Earle is a fascinating exploration of human nature and society, presented through a series of vivid character sketches. Earle's keen observations and witty prose bring to life a diverse array of personalities, each representing different facets of the human experience. The book serves as both a mirror and a lens, reflecting the complexities of social interactions while providing insightful commentary on the quirks and idiosyncrasies that define individuals. Earle...

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John Earle

Microcosmography by John Earle is a remarkable collection of character sketches and moral reflections, offering a vivid portrayal of early 17th-century English society. First published in 1628, this work presents a unique blend of humor, insight, and ethical observation, capturing the virtues, follies, and idiosyncrasies of human nature in a series of short, engaging essays. Earle's writing provides a window into the lives of a wide variety of characters, from the ambitious courtier to the...

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John Earle

In "Anglo-Saxon Literature," John Earle meticulously examines the rich tapestry of early English writings, spanning from the poetic grandeur of Beowulf to the vivid allegories of religious texts. Earle's literary style is characterized by an engaging blend of meticulous analysis and accessible prose, offering readers both scholarly insight and a deep appreciation of the linguistic beauty of the period. His work situates Anglo-Saxon literature within its historical context, highlighting the...

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Emily St. John Mandel

NOW A MAJOR TV SERIESFinalist for CBC Canada Reads 2023Winner of the Toronto Book Award and the Arthur C. Clarke AwardFinalist for the National Book Award, the PEN/Faulkner Award, and the Sunburst AwardLonglisted for the Baileys Prize and for the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in FictionA New York Times and Globe and Mail bestseller

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John Sandford

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A Prey Novel

Fan-favorite heroes Lucas Davenport and Virgil Flowers join forces on a deadly maritime case in the remarkable new novel from #1 New York Times-bestselling author John Sandford.An off-duty Coast Guardsman is fishing with his family when he calls in some suspicious behavior from a nearby boat. It's a snazzy craft, slick and outfitted with extra horsepower, and is zipping along until it slows to pick up a surfaced diver . . . a diver who was apparently alone...

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John Grisham

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • John Grisham is the acclaimed master of the legal thriller. Now, he’s back with his first-ever whodunit, even more suspenseful than his courtroom dramas, as a small-time lawyer accused of murder races to find the real killer to clear his name.“A classic, compulsive, taut and thrilling novel from one of the great storytellers of our time. The Widow is John Grisham at his irresistible, unforgettable best.”—Chri...

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John Earle

In "The Alfred Jewel," John Earle intricately explores one of the most significant artifacts from Anglo-Saxon England, the jeweled ornament often attributed to King Alfred. Earle employs a blend of descriptive antiquarianism and meticulous archaeological analysis to illuminate the Jewel's historical context and cultural significance. His literary style strikes a balance between scholarly rigor and poetic reflection, revealing not only the craftsmanship that went into the Jewel's creation b...

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John Boyne

From the beloved New York Times bestselling author of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, a sweeping, heartfelt saga about the course of one man's life, beginning and ending in post-war Ireland.Cyril Avery is not a real Avery--or at least that's what his adoptive parents tell him. And he never will be. But if he isn't a real Avery, then who is he?Born out of wedlock to a teenage girl cast out from her rural Irish community, an...