Like other poststructuralist theories, Lacanian theory has long been accused of being ahistorical. In The Subject of Modernism, Tony E. Jackson combines a uniquely graspable explanation of the Lacanian theory of the self with a series of detailed psychoanalytic interpretations of actual texts to offer a new kind of literary history.After exposing the seldom-discussed history of the self found in the work of Lacan, Jackson shows that the basic plot structure of realistic novels reveals an u...

2009 Outstanding Academic Title, ChoiceThe connection between speech and writing in human language has been a matter of philosophical debate since antiquity. By plumbing the depths of this complex relationship, Tony E. Jackson explains how the technology of alphabetic writing has determined the nature of the modern novel.Jackson’s analysis begins with the universal human act of oral storytelling. While telling stories is fundamental to human experience, writing is ...

There's nothing more mysterious than a locked box. Whether it's a literal strongbox, an empty coffin, the inner workings of a scientist's mind, or an underground prison cell, there are those who will use any means necessary to unlock the secrets of The Mystery Box.With this anthology, bestselling author Brad Meltzer introduces twenty-one original stories from today's most prominent mystery writers. In Laura Lippman's "Waco 1982," a young reporter stuck with a seemingly mun...

THE KINGDOM ISN’TSOMETHING YOU FIND.IT’S SOMETHING YOUAWAKEN TO WITHIN.My Journey to Sonship is a powerful invitationto discover who you truly are in Christ.It’s not about religion. It’s about revelation.It’s not about performance. It’s about identity,It’s not about striving. It’s about sonship.YOU ARE ALREADY CHOSEN.ALREADY LOVED. ALREADY HIS.THIS IS YOUR AWAKENING.

Not all covenants are divinely ordained, and not every altar is founded upon the Rock of Christ Jesus. In the first book of this gripping series, I unveiled the spiritual autopsy that exposed the underlying causes of my first marriage's demise.Now, in Book 2: Breaking Evil Altars. I invite you to dive even deeper into the haunting exploration of my very public and scandalous marriage. Together, we'll unravel the secrets of how my ex-spouse and I constructed our union upon a siniste...

In recent years clay target shooting has developed into one of the fastest-growing sports in the UK, and its popularity has been infused with a new sense of purpose and life as a result of the Commonwealth and Olympic successes of both male and female participants. Understanding Clay Pigeon Shooting is aimed at both the beginner and the advanced novice. It will help you to understand the logic behind good shooting, and to develop skills already acquired to become a really good and consiste...

A collection of forty crime and thriller short stories, with all profits from the sale of this book to be donated to Hospice UK and Sophie's Appeal.Do you think you know darkness? Think again. Bloodhound Books presents Dark Minds—a collection of stories by authors who have come together to produce an anthology that will lure, tantalise and shock its readers. What took place "By the Water?" What goes on behind "A Stranger's Eyes?" And what is so special about "Slow R...

Learn how you can put the features of OpenStack to work in the real world in this comprehensive pathAbout This BookHarness the abilities of experienced OpenStack administrators and architects, and run your own private cloud successfullyLearn how to install, configure, and manage all of the OpenStack core projects including topics on Object Storage, Block Storage, and Neutron Networking services such as LBaaS and FWaaSGet better e...

Collects Tony Stark: Iron Man #6-11. All-out war on multiple fronts! Arsenal, the monstrous robot that once took on all the Avengers, is back in an all-new way — just as Tony Stark changes everything with his virtual world known as the eScape! But who controls the eScape? Who controls the real world? And who controls Iron Man? The answerto at least one of these questions is the vile villain called the Controller. And the answer to the others might surprise you! Iron Man isn’t just a suit. ...

The champions of BioWare's award winning series embark on thrilling interstellar expeditions through alien war and existential crisis, struggling for peace and fighting for the right to survive.Mass Effect's vibrant world is teeming with conflict, and always on the edge of tipping into despair--but there are some who still struggle to maintain order in the chaos and secure the future of the galaxy. Join Liara as she teams up with the Drell Feron to recover...

The sporting shooting available in Great Britain today is the envy of the world. Many newcomers find entry into the complex world of shooting daunting, and this book explains the various aspects that surround sporting shooting in all its guises. Topics covered include: choosing a gun and gun safety; clothing and other equipment; finding shooting; the quarry species; driven shooting; the DIY shoot; rough shooting and gundogs. Fully illustrated with 80 colour photographs.

Large-scale change in the legal profession is happening now. The effects of COVID-19 have accelerated the pace of change and will continue to do so, meaning lawyers must contend with new technologies, new competition and new ways of working. All of us have a vital part to play in a profession where the focus is on people and tech, not people or tech. This book is your go-to companion for the change that lies ahead. Legal Practice in the Digital Age contains the hard-won insights lawyers an...