In the captivating play A Trial on Artistry, a renowned storyteller faces the ultimate test of his craft as he is brought to court by a some scholars outraged at what they perceive as an affront to their traditional chief (The Leviathan ). This gripping play unfolds through a series of intricate frame narrations, crafted to expose ecological issues, women's experiences and the instability of language.At the heart of the trial lies a profound exploration of art's role in society. Th...

A Trial on Artistry" by Patrick Mba is a play focusing on a storyteller facing court challenges from scholars over his portrayal of a traditional leader. The narrative explores themes of artistic freedom, environmental concerns, and the role of storytelling in societal change.

A Handbook of Literary Theories demystifies the landscape of literary theories, providing young researchers and readers with a clear understanding of key concepts and methodologies as far as literary theories are concerned.Thisbook allows the readers to grasp the complexities of literary criticism with A Handbook of Literary Theories. The book defines the notion of literary theory and explores the significance of blending theories and the innovative practice of borrowing t...

The play No More Passive tackles both ecological and feminist issues. Women and Ecology, here, are ensnared by, and suffer from theauthority, unfairness and misbehaviour of men, who claim to be thesuperior Gender and superior Beings. Here, politics, social policies andsystems have been settled in such a way that, although written inofficial charts, women's rights shouldn't effectively be applied insocieties. As for Ecology, it remains the property of men and can be soldand used as men care...

In Search of Heaven’s Truth: Seven Gems presents the teachings of Judaism, Christianity,Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism in one place. Simplified for easy understanding, the book aims to enhance readers'knowledge of various faiths and foster greater respect among followers of different religions.

Der reiche Ebenezer Scrooge ist ebenso geizig wie verbittert. Während die Menschen Weihnachten feiern, hat er nur Verachtung für ihre Gefühle und ihre Mildtätigkeit übrig. "Humbug!" ist alles, was er zum Fest der Liebe zu sagen hat. Doch in dieser Nacht soll alles anders werden! Denn als ihn am Heiligabend drei Geister aufsuchen, die ihm seine Vergangenheit, Gegenwart und Zukunft vor Augen führen, beginnt auch der hartherzige Scrooge nachdenklich zu werden ... (Nach der Erzählung von Charl...

Dartmoor. A wild, wet place in the south-west of England. A place where it is easy to get lost, and to fall into the soft green earth which can pull the strongest man down to his death. A man is running for his life. Behind him comes an enormous dog - a dog from his worst dreams, a dog from hell. Between him and a terrible death stands only one person - the greatest detective of all time, Sherlock Holmes.

Addressing the explosive growth in ancestral travel, this compelling narrative combines intriguing tales of discovery with tips on how to begin your own explorations. Actor and award-winning travel writer Andrew McCarthy's featured story recounts his quest to uncover his family's Irish history, while twenty-five other prominent writers tell their own heartfelt stories of connection.Spanning the globe, these stories offer personal takes on journeying home, whether the authors are ac...

In this essential trilogy of novellas by the winner of the 2014 Nobel Prize in Literature, French author Patrick Modiano reaches back in time, opening the corridors of memory and exploring the mysteries to be encountered there. Each novella in the volume—Afterimage, Suspended Sentences, and Flowers of Ruin—represents a sterling example of the author's originality and appeal, while Mark Polizzotti's superb English-language translations capture not only Modiano's d...

On s’occupe rarement des chanteurs d’une façon un peu instructive, et on ne le fait point de manière à ce que l’étude de leur talent soit profitable. On encense les favoris du jour, on les couvre de louanges hyperboliques, sans leur faire l’honneur d’une discussion sincère. Quant à ceux du passé, on se répand sur leur compte en anecdotes plus ou moins authentiques, on en fait de véritables idoles qu’il ne reste plus qu’à diviniser ; mais on ne les discute pas davantage, et l’on ne se donne...

Human cloning.Technology evolves faster than we do.The law shields us from our worst temptations.But the opportunity is there, dangling just out of reach—perfection and ascension… or delusion and destruction.In this collection of clone-themed stories, ten of today’s top speculative fiction writers explore our morality, our built-in societal restraints, and reflect upon our state of grace.Similar is not necessarily the same.“CLONES: The Antholog...

‘A charming, unforgettable story’ Harper’s Bazaar40 years of marriage.8 golden charms.One man’s journey of discovery.Having been married for over 40 years, 69-year-old Arthur Pepper is mourning the loss of his wife. On the anniversary of her death, he finally musters the courage to go through her possessions, and happens upon a charm bracelet that he has never seen before.What...