A Guide To The Classics
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Author | : Guy Griffith |
Publisher | : Andrews UK Limited |
Total Pages | : 70 |
Release | : 2017-06-15 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 1845409450 |
Originally written in 1936 by two young Cambridge Fellows, A Guide to the Classics is a light-hearted manual on how to pick the Derby winner. However, as the tongue-in-cheek title suggested, there is more to the book than meets the eye, especially as one of the young dons went on to become, according to his 1990 Telegraph obituary, 'the greatest political philosopher in the Anglo-Saxon tradition since Mill - or even Burke'. The book takes the abstraction out of the Derby by attacking the systems which had been developed by generations of 'form' experts. It exposes theoretical solutions as fraudulent – instead it applies hard-headed empirical and historical analysis. Oakeshott went on to apply this methodology to his famous critique of 'rationalism' in politics. This long-awaited edition of Griffith and Oakeshott's classic text includes a new preface and foreword by horse racing journalist and author Sean Magee, and political commentator Peter Oborne.
Author | : Louise Cowan |
Publisher | : Baker Books |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2006-08-01 |
Genre | : Literary Criticism |
ISBN | : 9780801068102 |
Motivation and direction for reading and understanding the great authors and works of Western culture.
Author | : Henry Eliot |
Publisher | : Random House |
Total Pages | : 1904 |
Release | : 2019-02-21 |
Genre | : Literary Criticism |
ISBN | : 0141990937 |
**Shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year** The Penguin Classics Book is a reader's companion to the largest library of classic literature in the world. Spanning 4,000 years from the legends of Ancient Mesopotamia to the poetry of the First World War, with Greek tragedies, Icelandic sagas, Japanese epics and much more in between, it encompasses 500 authors and 1,200 books, bringing these to life with lively descriptions, literary connections and beautiful cover designs.
Author | : Leland Ryken |
Publisher | : Crossway |
Total Pages | : 105 |
Release | : 2015-08-17 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1433547066 |
Most people are familiar with the classics of Western literature, but few have actually read them. Written to equip readers for a lifetime of learning, this beginner’s guide to reading the classics by renowned literary scholar Leland Ryken answers basic questions readers often have, including “Why read the classics?” and “How do I read a classic?” Offering a list of some of the best works from the last 2,000 years and time-tested tips for effectively engaging with them, this companion to Ryken’s Christian Guides to the Classics series will give readers the tools they need to read, interact with, and enjoy some of history’s greatest literature.
Author | : W. John Campbell |
Publisher | : Metro Publishing, Limited |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2000 |
Genre | : American literature |
ISBN | : 9781586632045 |
Provides a list of one hundred world classics, offering information on plot, characters, main themes, symbolism, and composition for each book.
Author | : Wayne Carini |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : |
Release | : 2021-03-15 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9781954342026 |
Whether you're a first-time novice or a seasoned pro, buying and owning a classic car starts with getting the facts from an expert. And there's no one better equipped to give you the insider's perspective than Wayne Carini, host of the internationally acclaimed TV program, Chasing Classic Cars. Borrowing on his years of experience buying and selling cars around the world, uncovering dust-covered barn finds or crafting award-winning restorations, Wayne's Guide to Affordable Classics puts you in the driver's seat when it comes to making an informed decision. In this first volume, Wayne and his friends have selected 25 different collectible classics from around the world, each with a detailed and illustrated profile that includes the history of each car, what's it like to drive, and what to look out for if you're in the market. From the Aston Martin Vanquish to the Fiat 124 Spider, you'll get the insider's view of what to look for - and what to look out for. With full-color images, hot tips and detailed specification tables, Affordable Classics guarantees to keep the chase alive between episodes of Chasing Classic Cars.
Author | : Michelle Witte |
Publisher | : Lyons Press |
Total Pages | : 288 |
Release | : 2013-05-21 |
Genre | : Humor |
ISBN | : 9780762785407 |
From Anna Karenina and Beowulf to Ulysses and Wuthering Heights, SnarkNotes condenses the great (but long and complicated) novels, plays, and poems of world lit into bite-size nuggets, cutting out the bloated analysis and nauseating debate of other reading guides. Each of the 100 books profiled is a classic that everyone knows but only hardcore lit majors have actually read. Now you, too, can: Blather about books you were supposed to read for class but didn’t; fudge literary discussions at fancy parties; impress a date with your knowledge and wit; and slice through the ivory tower to read like a ninja. Each entry contains: a quick and dirty narrative description of plot, including twists and surprise endings, told with humorous brevity; famous quotes accompanied by smartass responses; and the original cover or an illustration conveying the work’s tone (or lack thereof). Brief author bios—including misdeeds and scandals—add illuminating and occasionally disgusting background to each work. All of the text appears in simple, contemporary English, so it’s easy to understand and short enough to tweet. With this must-have guide, never worry again whether a reference to Miss Havisham is an insult or wonder what happened to Moby-Dick. Not reading the classics has never been easier!
Author | : Afton Fraser |
Publisher | : Bulfinch |
Total Pages | : 64 |
Release | : 2004 |
Genre | : Performing Arts |
ISBN | : 9780821261903 |
The world of classic films is rich and overwhelming. HOLLYWOOD PICKS THE CLASSICS focuses on the movies of the Golden Age from 1930 to 1960; breaks down the movies into categories such as Film Noir, Romance, Good Guys/Bad Guys, and Damsels and Dames; and gives the must-sees in each category. Also included is a yearbook of the stars and directors from the movies described.HOLLYWOOD PICKS THE CLASSICS includes plot synopses, casts and crews, famous quotes, trivia, facts about the stars and awards, and behind-the-scenes gossip. But what makes this book unique are the dozens of personal top-ten favorite lists from Hollywood stars, directors, and writers. Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of pictures, many of which have never been seen, jam-packed with information, and with an introduction by screen legend Esther Williams, HOLLYWOOD PICKS THE CLASSICS is an entertaining and visually exciting guide for the film novice as well as the film buff.
Author | : Ross Leckie |
Publisher | : Oval Projects Ltd |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2005 |
Genre | : Authors, Classical |
ISBN | : 9781903096390 |
Be an instant expert in opera and bluff your way Z99 all aficianados No heroics required just a sense of humor From Demi-Gods to Democracy and Oracles to Oratory the Bluffers Guide to the Classics offers all you need to know to achieve th
Author | : Adam & Missy Andrews |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : |
Release | : 2017-01-01 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9780998322919 |