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Author | : Museum of the Bible Books |
Publisher | : Museum of the Bible Books |
Total Pages | : 256 |
Release | : 2017-09-19 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1945470569 |
Welcome to the Fascinating Story of How We Got The World’s Greatest Book—The Bible. It is a captivating story that includes a little bit of everything: adventure and violence, mystery and bravery, and dumb luck or divine intervention—depending on your point of view. How in the world did we get this book that some people swear by—and other people swear at? You don’t have to be a skeptic to have a grocery list of questions about the formation of the Bible, such as: —Who wrote these documents and when? —How were these ancient writings transmitted through the ages? —As scribes made copies of copies, didn’t they make mistakes that caused the ancient writings to be changed and corrupted? —How was it decided which writings would be included in the Bible? —What are the Dead Sea Scrolls, and why are archaeological finds like these such a big deal? Devoted people dedicated their lives throughout time to put this unique book into the hands of people worldwide. Retrace the passion and intrigue behind the Bible’s creation.
Author | : Alexander Aciman |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 225 |
Release | : 2009-12-29 |
Genre | : Social Science |
ISBN | : 1101162821 |
Perhaps while reading Shakespeare you've asked yourself, What exactly is Hamlet trying to tell me? Why must he mince words and muse in lyricism and, in short, whack about the shrub? But if the Prince of Denmark had a Twitter account and an iPhone, he could tell his story in real time--and concisely! Hence the genius of Twitterature. Hatched in a dorm room at the brain trust that is the University of Chicago, Twitterature is a hilarious and irreverent re-imagining of the classics as a series of 140-character tweets from the protagonist. Providing a crash course in more than eighty of the world's best-known books, from Homer to Harry Potter, Virgil to Voltaire, Tolstoy to Twilight and Dante to The Da Vinci Code. It's the ultimate Cliffs Notes. Because as great as the classics are, who has time to read those big, long books anymore? Sample tweets: From Hamlet: WTF IS POLONIUS DOING BEHIND THE CURTAIN??? From the Harry Potter series: Oh man big tournament at my school this year!! PSYCHED! I hope nobody dies this year, and every year as if by clockwork. From The Great Gatsby: Gatsby is so emo. Who cries about his girlfriend while eating breakfast...IN THE POOL?
Author | : Various |
Publisher | : Good Press |
Total Pages | : 6721 |
Release | : 2023-12-12 |
Genre | : Literary Collections |
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The World's Greatest Books (Vol. 1-18) is a compilation of the most significant and influential works of literature from various authors throughout history. Each volume contains a diverse selection of genres, from classic novels to plays, poetry, and essays. The literary style ranges from Shakespearean eloquence to modernist experimentation, providing readers with a comprehensive overview of the evolution of literature. The context of each piece is explored, offering insights into the cultural, political, and social backgrounds that influenced the works. This collection serves as a literary treasure trove for scholars, educators, and book enthusiasts interested in exploring the canon of world literature. Various has curated a timeless collection that showcases the richness and diversity of human expression. The author's dedication to compiling these works reflects a passion for preserving and sharing the great achievements of literary history. Readers seeking to expand their literary horizons and deepen their appreciation for the written word will find The World's Greatest Books to be an invaluable resource and source of inspiration.
Author | : Bernard Richards |
Publisher | : Cassell |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2015-08-04 |
Genre | : Literary Criticism |
ISBN | : 9781844037933 |
Why was Thomas Hardy's first novel never published? What happened to the manuscript of the long promised 'magnum opus' that Truman Capote never delivered? Why did Heinrich Böll abandon his Paradise Lost? These and many other intriguing mysteries are uncovered in this comprehensive guide to literature's lost and unfinished masterpieces. From a creative crisis to a dissatisfied editor, and from a bizarre twist of fate to an untimely death, behind each unpublished book lies a unique and compelling story. One of the giants of modern literature, Ernest Hemingway, saw three years of work, including a novel and several short stories, vanish when his wife's suitcase was stolen in the Gare de Lyon in Paris. Evelyn Waugh, on the other hand, burned the manuscript of his first novel and attempted to drown himself after a friend gave it a bad review. Covering an eclectic range of international authors, both living and dead, The Greatest Books You'll Never Read unearths an alternative literary history that is fascinating and heartbreaking in equal measure. Each ill-fated book, from Karl Marx's comic novel Scorpion and Felix to Stephenie Meyer's Twilight spin-off Midnight Sun, is examined in an in-depth essay, with selected entries featuring manuscript extracts. Specially commissioned covers by acclaimed designers illustrate each entry, bringing to life these lost literary wonders. At once entertaining and enlightening, The Greatest Books You'll Never Read will be loved by bookworms everywhere. Erica Jarnes worked as an editor at Bloomsbury for eight years before becoming Literature Programmer at the South Bank Centre. She is involved in organizing Port Eliot Festival, a prestigious literary gathering that attracts authors from around the globe, and is passionate about promoting translated fiction. She lives in London.
Author | : Mortimer Jerome Adler |
Publisher | : Scribner |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 1999 |
Genre | : Great books of the Western world |
ISBN | : 9780684859217 |
Previously published: New York : Macmillan, 1992.
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Genre | : Literature |
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Author | : Keith R. Laux |
Publisher | : McGraw Hill Professional |
Total Pages | : 124 |
Release | : 1987-11-22 |
Genre | : Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | : 9780830628469 |
Contains complete instructions on the art of paper airplane folding.
Author | : Various |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 344 |
Release | : 2009-02 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 9781406573664 |
An enterprise such as THE WORLD'S GREATEST BOOKS is to be judged from two different standpoints. It may be judged with respect to its specific achievement-the material of which it consists; or it may be judged with regard to its general utility in the scheme of literature to which it belongs. In an age which is sometimes ironically called remarkable for its commercialism, nothing has been more truly remarkable than the advancement in learning as well as in material progress; and of all the instruments that have contributed to this end, none has been more effective, perhaps, than the practical popularisation of 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.
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Total Pages | : 554 |
Release | : 2002 |
Genre | : Encyclopedias and dictionaries |
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An encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high, and senior high school students.