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| Author | : Michael Harrigan |
| Publisher | : Rodopi |
| Total Pages | : 299 |
| Release | : 2008 |
| Genre | : Literary Criticism |
| ISBN | : 9042024763 |
Travel narratives were the principal source of knowledge about the lands of the Near East and the Indian Ocean Basin in 17th-century France. Claiming the authority of first-hand observation, they paradoxically rely for their legitimization on the tropes of an established literary tradition. The status of these texts remained ambiguous, not least because of their anecdotal depictions of great riches, brutality or sexual promise. Drawing on the insights of post-colonial scholarship, this study tackles a question given scant attention in previous work and suggests that beyond the hazy representation of the Orient, an opposition emerges between the threatening Near East and the indolent East Indies. Distinguishing recognizable representations from those generated by new encounters, this book questions the feasibility of cultural representation through travel, exploring a large corpus of original sources written by French ecclesiastics, gentlemen-travellers, ambassadors and adventurers. Linguistic, religious, cultural or geographical barriers meant most travellers remained distanced from the peoples about whom they would simultaneously become authoritative. The encounter was further transformed in narratives that were intended to entertain and to satisfy the criterion of curiosité. The 'Oriental' that emerges is a supremely variable entity, alternately naked or veiled, barbaric or civilized, menacing or attractive.
| Author | : Kyle Coleman |
| Publisher | : Raghava Appikatla |
| Total Pages | : 75 |
| Release | : 2024-10-25 |
| Genre | : Body, Mind & Spirit |
| ISBN | : |
Prepare yourself for a mind-bending journey into the enigmatic realm of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and government surveillance. "Veiled Encounters" unravels the tantalizing mystery surrounding UFO sightings and exposes the intricate web of government operations that have concealed the truth. Delve into a world where shadowy organizations monitor the skies, analyzing enigmatic craft and perplexing phenomena. Through gripping eyewitness accounts and insider testimonies, this book paints a vivid picture of clandestine encounters, covert investigations, and the relentless pursuit of the unknown. Each page crackles with tension and intrigue as you navigate the labyrinthine corridors of government secrecy and the elusive nature of UFOs. But beyond the thrilling tales of encounters, "Veiled Encounters" tackles the profound implications of UFO surveillance. It delves into the profound questions of national security, extraterrestrial life, and the potential manipulation of public perception. By examining declassified documents and tapping into the insights of experts, this book invites you to ponder the delicate balance between transparency and secrecy in the face of the unknown. Whether you're a seasoned UFO enthusiast or a curious seeker of truth, "Veiled Encounters" offers an immersive and thought-provoking exploration of the hidden world of UFO surveillance. Its captivating narratives and incisive analysis will challenge your preconceptions and leave you pondering the profound questions that lie at the intersection of science, secrecy, and the enigmatic nature of the universe.
| Author | : Michael Harrigan |
| Publisher | : BRILL |
| Total Pages | : 299 |
| Release | : 2008-01-01 |
| Genre | : Social Science |
| ISBN | : 9401206406 |
Travel narratives were the principal source of knowledge about the lands of the Near East and the Indian Ocean Basin in 17th-century France. Claiming the authority of first-hand observation, they paradoxically rely for their legitimization on the tropes of an established literary tradition. The status of these texts remained ambiguous, not least because of their anecdotal depictions of great riches, brutality or sexual promise. Drawing on the insights of post-colonial scholarship, this study tackles a question given scant attention in previous work and suggests that beyond the hazy representation of the Orient, an opposition emerges between the threatening Near East and the indolent East Indies. Distinguishing recognizable representations from those generated by new encounters, this book questions the feasibility of cultural representation through travel, exploring a large corpus of original sources written by French ecclesiastics, gentlemen-travellers, ambassadors and adventurers. Linguistic, religious, cultural or geographical barriers meant most travellers remained distanced from the peoples about whom they would simultaneously become authoritative. The encounter was further transformed in narratives that were intended to entertain and to satisfy the criterion of curiosité. The ‘Oriental’ that emerges is a supremely variable entity, alternately naked or veiled, barbaric or civilized, menacing or attractive.
| Author | : D. G. Kehl |
| Publisher | : Wipf and Stock Publishers |
| Total Pages | : 249 |
| Release | : 2013-03-29 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 1610978366 |
When he was a student at Oxford University, C. S. Lewis wrote to a friend expressing his great admiration of and enthusiasm for the novels of Nathaniel Hawthorne, particularly The House of the Seven Gables and Transformation (British title of The Marble Faun). This study examines the parallels between these two kindred spirits and their works, focusing on their similar worldviews, their personal backgrounds and lifestyles, and the "Ultimates" they both pondered. It discusses common themes in their works, such as myth, scientism, and "the great power of blackness." Their respective attitudes toward these issues and others, such as faith, repentance, heaven and hell, confession, church attendance, the clergy, and Puritanism are strikingly similar. Considerable attention is given to "companion pieces" of the two writers, with discussion of the so-called "Fortunate Fall" in The Marble Faun and Perelandra, veil imagery in "The Minister's Black Veil," The Blithedale Romance, and Till We Have Faces, influence of Bunyan's allegory on The Pilgrim's Regress and "The Celestial Railroad," and multiform love in The Four Loves and The House of the Seven Gables. Examination of such affinities between these two writers and their works provides mutual illumination and enhanced appreciation of each.
| Author | : Philip Krill |
| Publisher | : AuthorHouse |
| Total Pages | : 391 |
| Release | : 2021-05-27 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 1665527471 |
In 1884, Karl Rahner predicted that ‘the Christian of the future will be a mystic or he will not exist at all.’ These many years later, Rahner’s words are no less prophetic. As organized religion continues to atrophy at an unstoppable rate, the need for a contemplative spirituality continues to grow. Tearing the Veil of this Sweet Encounter is a modest attempt to meet this need. Fr. Philip Krill’s personal mission is to ‘promote a trinitarian vision of deification and contemplative prayer.’ The author prays that all who read this book will be inspired to seek God, not in the moral platitudes of religion, but in the silent depths of contemplative prayer.
| Author | : Jeanette M. English |
| Publisher | : AuthorHouse |
| Total Pages | : 294 |
| Release | : 2011-02 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 1456728091 |
Most Western non-Muslim women couldn't envision surrendering their freedom and being forced to comply with Saudi women's entrapped customs which have existed for the past 1,400 years. Did you know that Saudi Arabia's religious police, known as the Mutawa, can take any woman to jail for not covering her hair or wearing an abaya? How would you imagine yourself living a life being compelled to abide by the power and values of men: not being able to drive, talk with your driver, shop alone without a male escort, leave the country without a male escort, or be seen alone with a non-related male? INFIDEL BEHIND THE PARADOXICAL VEIL - A Western Woman's Experience in Saudi Arabia is a personal story of startling encounters such as mentioned above while Jeanette English lived in Riyadh, the most restrictive city in Saudi Arabia, where women who by Shariah law and culture are considered to be the weaker sex. Jeanette candidly unmasks a unique experience which exposes the enigmatic issues affecting Saudi women. Their struggle for equality and freedom of choice is a hot topic with an accelerating interest in the subject of male dominance over them, stirring an intrinsic controversy over which many Westerners are confused. This is a timely book offering extraordinary insight into the real Saudi woman before, during and after the author's year in Riyadh which will turn a few cynical heads toward understanding the issues and challenges in their achieving fair treatment, particularly now in the 21st century. Forced to wear the hijab, Jeanette read the Quran and, in learning about Islam and talking with Saudi women, was able to look behind the veil which many Westerners can only read about. Most authors and journalists who write on this subject have not lived her experience.
| Author | : Lila Abu-Lughod |
| Publisher | : Univ of California Press |
| Total Pages | : 381 |
| Release | : 2016-09-06 |
| Genre | : Literary Criticism |
| ISBN | : 0520292499 |
First published in 1986, Lila Abu-Lughod’s Veiled Sentiments has become a classic ethnography in the field of anthropology. During the late 1970s and early 1980s, Abu-Lughod lived with a community of Bedouins in the Western Desert of Egypt for nearly two years, studying gender relations, morality, and the oral lyric poetry through which women and young men express personal feelings. The poems are haunting, the evocation of emotional life vivid. But Abu-Lughod’s analysis also reveals how deeply implicated poetry and sentiment are in the play of power and the maintenance of social hierarchy. What begins as a puzzle about a single poetic genre becomes a reflection on the politics of sentiment and the complexity of culture. This thirtieth anniversary edition includes a new afterword that reflects on developments both in anthropology and in the lives of this community of Awlad 'Ali Bedouins, who find themselves increasingly enmeshed in national political and social formations. The afterword ends with a personal meditation on the meaning—for all involved—of the radical experience of anthropological fieldwork and the responsibilities it entails for ethnographers.
| Author | : Lysander Elysium |
| Publisher | : eBookIt.com |
| Total Pages | : 178 |
| Release | : 2024-10-11 |
| Genre | : Body, Mind & Spirit |
| ISBN | : 1456656856 |
Journey Beyond Human Understanding: Dive into the Afterlife's Greatest Mysteries Have you ever wondered what lies beyond the boundaries of life as we know it? Beyond the Veil: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Afterlife offers an enthralling exploration of humanity's most profound question: what happens after we die? This meticulously researched volume escorts you on an exhilarating journey through the diverse landscape of beliefs and experiences across cultures and eras. From the enigmatic Egyptian underworld and Mesopotamian myths to the intricate doctrines and rituals of the world's major religions, this book meticulously decrypts how different civilizations comprehend the afterlife. Uncover the hauntingly beautiful narratives of personal accounts and near-death experiences that have left scientists and skeptics baffled. These authentic stories, filled with common themes and visionary encounters, will captivate both believers and doubters alike. Prepare to challenge your understanding with scientific rigor as the book delves into groundbreaking research in neuroscience and quantum mechanics, examining the tantalizing possibilities of consciousness beyond brain activity. Philosophy lovers will revel in the deep dives into dualism, physicalism, and the ethical implications of afterlife beliefs, setting the stage for spirited intellectual debates. Steeped in cultural interpretations and folklore, you will find yourself enchanted by the vibrant celebrations of the Mexican Day of the Dead, the reverent practices of Chinese ancestral worship, and the gripping tales of African ancestral spirits. Paranormal enthusiasts are treated to fascinating accounts of ghost sightings, mediumship, and haunting investigations that defy logical explanation. With a balanced perspective, the book discusses the interplay of faith and skepticism, offering a nuanced view on how evidence and belief coalesce. Whether you are a curious soul seeker, a diligent scholar, or a skeptical inquirer, Beyond the Veil: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Afterlife promises to be an enlightening, thought-provoking companion that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.
| Author | : Kathryn Babayan |
| Publisher | : Harvard CMES |
| Total Pages | : 640 |
| Release | : 2002 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 9780932885289 |
Focusing on idealists and visionaries who believed that Justice could reign in our world, this book explores the desire to experience utopia on earth. Reluctant to await another existence, individuals with ghuluww, or exaggeration, emerged at the advent of Islam, expecting to attain the apocalyptic horizon of Truth.
| Author | : Donald Haggerty |
| Publisher | : Ignatius Press |
| Total Pages | : 186 |
| Release | : 2017-10-16 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 1681497778 |
Contemporary spiritual writer Fr. Donald Haggerty offers penetrating observations of the phenomenon of Christian conversion. Arranged as a collection of concise, meditative reflections, this book discusses the essential elements of a soul's return to God, including the repercussions of sin, the proper understanding of mercy, and the importance of a more radical response to God's will. Fr. Haggerty also explores the fruits of conversion that make the difference between a mediocre relationship with God and a truly holy life. He identifies these special graces as love for the poor, simplicity of lifestyle, and devotion to the Eucharist. The author's treatment of a ""second conversion"" is a unique and thought- provoking contribution to his subject. The ever renewed invitation to embrace a deeper passion for God is the thematic undercurrent of this inspiring work.
