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Seven Rivers of Canada

In this evocative series of semi-personal essays, Hugh MacLennan explores the history, geography, and significance of seven major Canadian rivers: the Mackenzie, the St. Lawrence, the Ottawa, the Red, the Saskatchewan, the Fraser, and the St. John. The book serves as a reflection on how these waterways shaped the nation, defined the unique Canadian experience of space and time, and acted as the primary arteries of communication before the railway age. By tracing these rivers, MacLennan reconnects modern Canadians with their forgotten heritage, transforming landscape into a living personality and a vital link to the country's epic past.

Selected Literary Essays

This book contains a collection of C. S. Lewis's essays on literature, covering a wide range of topics from medieval studies and Chaucer to Shakespeare, John Bunyan, and various twentieth-century writers. Edited by Walter Hooper, this volume brings together significant literary critiques and analyses, reflecting Lewis's deep engagement with the history of English literature, poetic structure, and the practice of literary criticism itself.

San'ya Blues: Laboring Life in Contemporary Tokyo

This book provides an in-depth ethnographic study of the San'ya district in Tokyo, exploring the lives of day laborers in contemporary Japan. Edward Fowler examines the social conditions, economic struggles, and cultural experiences of the marginalized urban working class, offering a poignant look at a world often overlooked by the modernization narrative of Japan. By documenting the personal stories of these workers, the book sheds light on the complex realities of life on the fringes of one of the world's most prosperous cities.

Samarkand: Masterpieces of Central Asia / Samarcande: Chefs d'oeuvres d'Asie Centrale

This book offers a visual and historical journey through the legendary city of Samarkand, often described in medieval manuscripts as the 'Rome of the East', 'a shining point of the globe', and the 'pearl of the Islamic world'. Through evocative imagery and brief historical context, the work explores the architectural and cultural heritage that defines this historic center of Central Asian civilization.

Sailing the Wine-Dark Sea: Why the Greeks Matter

In this brilliant and engaging book, Thomas Cahill explores the profound and lasting impact of Ancient Greek civilization on the Western world. Through a lively narrative that touches on history, sociology, and religion, Cahill examines the key figures and ideas that shaped the Greek sensibility. From the epic poetry of Homer to the philosophical insights of Socrates and the artistic achievements of the classical age, the author highlights how the Greeks laid the foundations for Western thought, art, and democratic values. By synthesizing insights from diverse fields, Cahill provides a compelling argument for why the legacy of the Greeks remains essential to understanding our own modern world, challenges, and aspirations.

Robert Emmet: A Life

Robert Emmet (1778-1803) was one of the most romantic of all Irish revolutionaries. His doomed relationship with Sarah Curran, his failed rebellion at the age of twenty-five and the brilliance of his speech from the dock, captured the popular imagination and created a powerful and enduring legend. Born in Dublin, the youngest son of a state physician, Emmet was educated at Trinity College Dublin before his expulsion for radical activity in 1798. He visited the continent, discussing plans for liberating Ireland with Napoleon and Talleyrand. This book reveals for the first time the complex and ingenious plans that Emmet devised for the rebellion. His attempt to seize Dublin on 23 July 1803 was a dramatic failure, and he was captured shortly after. This work draws on new archival material from Ireland, the United Kingdom, France and the United States and is the first modern study of Robert Emmet in almost fifty years.

Reminiscences

This memoir provides an intimate and reflective look into the life of James Murray Luck, a distinguished professor of chemistry at Stanford University and the founder of Annual Reviews. Through these pages, Luck shares his personal experiences, professional journey, and the dedication involved in advancing scientific communication. The book serves as both an autobiographical record and a testament to the development of an organization dedicated to the promotion of scientific knowledge, offering readers unique insights into the history of academic publishing and the life of a significant figure in the twentieth-century scientific community.

Rangelands of the arid and semi-arid zones in Uzbekistan

This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the rangelands in the arid and semi-arid zones of Uzbekistan. It explores ecological, botanical, and socio-economic aspects of rangeland management, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for sustainable pastoral development in the region. The authors examine vegetation dynamics, animal husbandry practices, and the historical context of land use, offering insights into the conservation and efficient utilization of natural resources in desert and steppe ecosystems.

Populismo, caudillaje y discurso demagógico

La presente obra recoge una serie de estudios que analizan las complejas relaciones entre el fenómeno del populismo, la figura del caudillaje y la construcción del discurso demagógico dentro del contexto histórico y político, especialmente en España durante el siglo XIX y la época contemporánea. A través de diversos ensayos, se examinan conceptos como el liderazgo carismático, el republicanismo, el papel de las masas en la historia y la retórica política utilizada para la movilización social, ofreciendo una perspectiva crítica sobre cómo el lenguaje y la imagen pública son empleados para legitimar el poder y articular ideologías políticas.

Poétique du traduire

Dans cet ouvrage, Henri Meschonnic développe une réflexion approfondie sur la traduction, qu'il préfère nommer « poétique du traduire » pour souligner l'aspect dynamique et l'activité continue du langage. L'auteur remet en question la place de la poétique dans la pensée du langage, insistant sur le fait que la traduction n'est pas seulement un exercice technique ou stylistique, mais un acte qui révèle les enjeux profonds de la langue. En explorant la diversité culturelle des textes et la spécificité de la traduction littéraire, Meschonnic invite le lecteur à repenser le lien entre théorie du langage et pratique traductologique. L'ouvrage s'inscrit dans la continuité de ses réflexions sur le rythme et la politique du sujet, proposant une vision expérimentale où traduire devient une véritable poétique.

Philosophie aus der Schweiz

Diese Schrift bietet eine grundlegende Einführung in die Philosophie aus der Schweiz. Der Autor Christoph Dejung vermittelt einen Überblick über die philosophische Landschaft der Schweiz und reflektiert dabei sowohl historische Aspekte als auch zeitgenössische Strömungen. Mit einem Bewusstsein für die eigene Subjektivität und einem Anspruch auf Toleranz beleuchtet das Werk verschiedene Denker und Ansätze, ohne dabei in eine bloße Aufzählung von Schulen oder -ismen zu verfallen. Es dient als informatives Hilfsmittel für ein breites Publikum, das sich für die geistige und kulturelle Auseinandersetzung in der Schweiz interessiert.

Palimpsestes N°15: Pourquoi donc retraduire? Textes de référence

Ce quinzième numéro de la revue Palimpsestes, publié par les Presses de la Sorbonne Nouvelle, s'articule autour de la question fondamentale de la retraduction. À travers une sélection de textes de référence, l'ouvrage explore les motivations, les enjeux esthétiques et les contextes culturels qui poussent les traducteurs à revisiter des œuvres déjà traduites. Cette réflexion collective, dirigée par Paul Bensimon et Didier Coupaye, examine la pertinence de la retraduction dans le paysage littéraire et communicationnel, en interrogeant le rapport au temps, au style et à l'évolution des normes linguistiques, faisant ainsi de ce volume une lecture indispensable pour les chercheurs en traductologie.

On Living in an Old Country: The National Past in Contemporary Britain

This book explores the way the national past is represented and used in contemporary Britain. Patrick Wright examines how history, heritage, and the 'national past' are constructed in political discourse, museums, and popular culture. He investigates the tensions between modernity and tradition, arguing that the fetishization of the past serves as a crucial element in the management of national identity and public life in Britain since 1945. Through a critical lens, the author uncovers the hidden meanings behind the preservation of ruins, the use of symbols, and the rhetoric of heritage, revealing how 'old' Britain is actively maintained to shape current societal perceptions.

Olympio: The Life of Victor Hugo

This biography explores the life and career of Victor Hugo, one of the most prominent figures in French literature. André Maurois traces the path of Hugo's development from his childhood, marked by conflicts and strong influences, through his rise as a leading poet and dramatist, to his complex personal life and political engagement. The narrative delves into his literary contributions, his romantic entanglements, and the various historical shifts that influenced his work and perspectives. It is a comprehensive portrait that attempts to separate the man from the myth, offering insights into his creative genius, his struggles, and the profound impact he had on the French cultural and political landscape of the 19th century.

Not easy being British: colour, culture and citizenship

This book provides a critical examination of the complexities surrounding race, cultural identity, and the meaning of citizenship in contemporary Britain. Tariq Modood explores the intersection of colour-based discrimination and cultural distinctiveness, arguing that traditional notions of equality and social cohesion need to be rethought to accommodate a diverse and multi-ethnic society. Through a sociological lens, the author addresses themes of religious identity, the challenges of integration, and the socio-political status of minority groups in the British landscape during the early 1990s.

Nederland en de Arabische wereld: van middeleeuwen tot twintigste eeuw

Dit boek onderzoekt de eeuwenlange interactie tussen Nederland en de Arabische wereld op het gebied van wetenschap, taal, handel, cultuur en kunst. Het biedt een historisch overzicht van de contacten vanaf de middeleeuwen tot aan de twintigste eeuw, inclusief de rol van de VOC, diplomatieke missies naar Sana'a, de Arabische studietraditie in Nederland en de taalkundige invloed van het Arabisch op het Nederlands.