A Siren S Melody

Author : Nancy Wells
Publisher : Blushing Publications
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2019-04-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781645630067

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A Siren's Melody by Nancy Wells Pdf

Russell is accomplished in his dangerous, mysterious work and truly never expected to fall in love or marry. He spends his time with his eccentric twin brother and the demons of his past. But a chance encounter with a beautiful yet sad young lady humming a melodic tune, hiding on a balcony instead of enjoying the party inside, changes his outlook for the future. He finds something his life has been missing. Isabella’s life has not always been easy. She once was an Earl’s daughter, but upon her father’s passing, her life changed dramatically. Attending her first ball and making her debut into society should have been the highlight of her young life – it was anything but. Then she meets a handsome stranger and her heart finally feels life is worth living again. Isabella loves Russell with all her heart and is ready to leave everything for his sake, but they share a history that could tear them apart if they become aware of it. This is book two in the Unexpected Love series but can be enjoyed as a standalone. Publisher’s Note: This steamy historical romance contains elements of mystery, suspense, and danger.

Author : Linda Austern,Inna Naroditskaya
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2006-07-21
Category : Music
ISBN : 0253112079

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Music of the Sirens by Linda Austern,Inna Naroditskaya Pdf

Whether referred to as mermaid, usalka, mami wata, or by some other name, and whether considered an imaginary being or merely a person with extraordinary abilities, the siren is the remarkable creature that has inspired music and its representations from ancient Greece to present-day Africa and Latin America. This book, co-edited by a historical musicologist and an ethnomusicologist, brings together leading scholars and some talented newcomers in classics, music, media studies, literature, and cultural studies to consider the siren and her multifaceted relationships to music across human time and geography.

Author : Laura Greenwood
Publisher : Drowlgon Press
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2024-05-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Enchanting Songs For Silent Sirens by Laura Greenwood Pdf

Enter Obscure Academy, a university for supernaturals, and discover this light-hearted and sweet paranormal romance series. Enchanting Songs For Silen Sirens follows Melody, a siren who has to avoid singing, as she meets warlock Josh, who helps her in ways she never imagined. A run-in between a siren and a warlock leads to a connection. Melody loves to sing, which is a bit of a problem when doing that could enchant everyone around her with her siren magic. Instead, she doesn't talk to anyone about her love of Christmas carols and keeps her powers a secret. Until she meets Josh and the two of them form a connection deeper than any she's ever experienced before. Can he help her find her voice? - Enchanting Songs For Silent Sirens is a holiday story and part of the Obscure Academy series. It's a light-hearted m/f paranormal romance with a deaf love interest. It features a siren who knows she shouldn't sing and a deaf warlock who is determined to make the most of every moment. If you enjoy upbeat and light-hearted paranormal romances with new adult characters, an academy/university setting, guaranteed happy endings, and quirky supernaturals, start the Obscure Academy today! Obscure Academy Series Search Terms: paranormal romance, pnr, supernatural, light-hearted, coming of age, shifter romance, vampire romance, mermaids, sirens, vampires, tiger shifter, leopard shifter, fae, fairies, fairy, pixie, ghoul, necromancer, sprite, friends to lovers, close proximity, teammates, frenemies to lovers, amnesia, hellhounds, succubus, cupid, incubus, warlock, witch, witch romance, merman, mer, merfolk, coming of age, new adult romance, new adult paranormal romance, sweet romance, opposites attract, quirky paranormals, university, school, academy, paranormal academy, cheerleader, cheer squad, nerd, dragon shifters, dragons, gorgons, gargoyle, elves, enemies to lovers, sports romance, meet cute, minotaur, monster romance, bear shifters, bears, grumpy sunshine, friends with benefits

Author : Jackson Evil
Publisher : BookRix
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2023-12-23
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9783755464617

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William S. Burroughs, Metaphysical Detective by Jackson Evil Pdf

William S. Burroughs, Metaphysical Detective is a genre-defying exploration of the metaphysical, blending elements of detective mystery, science fiction, and surrealist fantasy. The narrative is a kaleidoscope of cosmic mysteries, where the line between reality and the fantastical blurs, and the protagonist's journey becomes a metaphorical dance in the cosmic symphony of existence. In the imaginary city of Interzone, where the neon-lit streets pulse with enigmatic energies, Detective William S. Burroughs embarks on a surreal mystery through multidimensional realities populated with literary outlaws and strange beings. The narrative weaves a tale of satirical metaphors in electric imagery and wordplay that bends the boundaries of language and reality. The story unfolds across 25 chapters, each with a unique blend of hard-boiled detective noir, surreal science fiction, and mind-bending plot twists. Burroughs, armed with a golden gun and guided by the Language of the Dead, navigates the mysterious alleys, celestial gardens, and esoteric cathedrals of Interzone. As the detective delves deeper, he faces a series of cosmic challenges, from an esoteric cathedral to an ethereal gateway and a cosmic apex. The narrative takes unexpected turns, weaving in the cosmic symphony; a tapestry of temporal flux, celestial symbols, and occult mysteries. Burroughs' journey culminates in his rebirth as a cosmic guardian, tasked with safeguarding Interzone's eternal secrets. The beatniks, Lexicographers, and Nova accompany him in the ongoing dance of revelations, and the novel concludes with a cosmic resonance that echoes through the neon jungle that is the Naked City of Interzone.

Author : Janet Fox
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2012-11-08
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781101623572

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Sirens by Janet Fox Pdf

Fans of The Great Gatsby, Libba Bray's The Diviners, and Bright Young Things will be captivated by Janet Fox's Roaring Twenties tale. Two girls. One gangster. A deadly secret. When Josephine's father ships her off to live with her rich cousins on the glittering island of Manhattan, he says it's to find a husband. But Jo knows better--there's trouble brewing, and in 1925, all that glitters is not gold. Caught up in a swirl of her cousin's bobbed-hair set--and the men that court them--Jo soon realizes that this world of jazz and gangsters and their molls hides a nest of lies. But when she befriends the girlfriend of one of the most powerful and dangerous gangesters in town, Jo begins to uncover secrets--secrets that threaten an empire and could destroy everyone she loves. Jo is faced with a choice: hang on to her soul, or lose herself in the decade of decadence.

Author : Melody Calder
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9493229122

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Lorelei by Melody Calder Pdf

Author : Chara Kokkiou
Publisher : Lexington Books
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2020-11-13
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781498595834

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Erôs, Song, and Philosophy in Plato by Chara Kokkiou Pdf

Erôs, Song and Philosophy in Plato raises critical issues regarding how Plato treats song and philosophy in erotic contexts in his attempt to rewrite, to some degree, the cultural tradition. A question that seems to be repeatedly raised throughout the Platonic dialogues is why it is precisely song that needs to be put aside before we can start doing philosophy – as a more serious and perfect kind of song. This book highlights the importance of this key thematic clust of beauty,erôs, and song. Chara Kokkiou argues that there is a constant interplay among erotic, musical-poetic and spatial motifs and the way those are incorporated into the very essence of philosophical dialectic is indicative of the unique nature of Plato’s philosophy. Her analysis centers on paiderastiaand mousikos erôs, which, if thoroughly purified, contribute significantly to the composition of Socrates’ portrait as mousikos philosophos. The Socratic philosophical logos displays reformed erotic and song-authorized patterns, such as inspiration and healing. Through a close reading of certain Platonic passages and detailed attention to both choral and mythical motifs in the eschatological myths of Republic and Phaedo, and to the descriptions of locus amoenus in Phaedrus and Laws, Kokkiou demonstrates that Plato, through his painstakingly purged philosophical model, delineates the route towards the creation of a cultural and intellectual ideal. In this way, he establishes a dominant philosophical authority.

Author : Samhita Sunya
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2022-07-26
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9780520976788

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Sirens of Modernity by Samhita Sunya Pdf

A free open access ebook is available upon publication. Learn more at www.luminosoa.org. By the 1960s, Hindi-language films from Bombay were in high demand not only for domestic and diasporic audiences but also for sizable non-diasporic audiences across Eastern Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East, and the Indian Ocean world. Often confounding critics who painted the song-dance films as noisy and nonsensical. if not dangerously seductive and utterly vulgar, Bombay films attracted fervent worldwide viewers precisely for their elements of romance, music, and spectacle. In this richly documented history of Hindi cinema during the long 1960s, Samhita Sunya historicizes the emergence of world cinema as a category of cinematic diplomacy that formed in the crucible of the Cold War. Interwoven with this history is an account of the prolific transnational circuits of popular Hindi films alongside the efflorescence of European art cinema and Cold War–era forays of Hollywood abroad. By following archival leads and threads of argumentation within commercial Hindi films that seem to be odd cases—flops, remakes, low-budget comedies, and prestige productions—this book offers a novel map for excavating the historical and ethical stakes of world cinema and world-making via Bombay.

Author : Princess Galaxiana
Publisher : StarNovel (HK) Co., Limited
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2022-10-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : PKEY:6610000399376

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On Your Knees, Alpha Chase by Princess Galaxiana Pdf

Alpha Blake exterminated her pack. She was taken to the Ralton pack as a trophy and punching bag. Upon shifting, she finds that his son is her mate. He rejected her because she was a weak rubbish- an Omega! Heartbroken, she left the pack and was hunted by the Alpha's son who shot her. But she didn't die, nor did she reject him. Years later, a kick-ass female whom every Alpha wants as Luna, returns to the Ralton pack. Her aim? To crush the pack and make the Alpha bow! Pretty cool right?

Author : Alexia Winterbourne
Publisher : RWG Publishing
Page : 35 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-08
Category : Music
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Siren's Song by Alexia Winterbourne Pdf

Dive into the depths of myth and melody with "Siren's Song: The Lost Symphony of Atlantis," a mesmerizing journey into the heart of one of history's most enduring legends. This speculative exploration blends history, mythology, and musicology to craft a narrative as captivating as the mythical city itself. Within these pages lies a richly imagined tale of Atlantis's rise and fall, told through the creation of a Lost Symphony that captures the essence of a civilization both magnificent and tragic. From the ethereal melodies that marked Atlantis's birth to the somber tones of its demise beneath the waves, the symphony serves as a bridge between the ancient world and our own, echoing the timeless quest for beauty, understanding, and connection. Featuring speculative instruments that resonate with the power of the sea, a comparative analysis of ancient civilizations' music, and insights from contemporary scholars and musicians, "Siren's Song" invites readers on an unparalleled auditory adventure. This book is not just an exploration of Atlantis's musical legacy but a reflection on the power of music to convey the deepest emotions and mysteries of the human experience. As we navigate through the speculative Lost Symphony, the allegorical Siren's Song emerges as a powerful metaphor for human ambition and hubris, teaching us about the beauty of striving and the inevitability of loss. Through imaginative narrative and scholarly depth, "Siren's Song: The Lost Symphony of Atlantis" celebrates the enduring allure of Atlantis, urging us to listen closely to the echoes of the past as we compose the melodies of the future.

Author : Deborah Cibelli,Rosina Neginsky
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2016-01-14
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9781443887595

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Light and Obscurity in Symbolism by Deborah Cibelli,Rosina Neginsky Pdf

The idea of light and darkness is one of the central ideas of the Symbolist movement, since this is a movement of contrasts. It encompasses the major themes of Symbolism, such as good and evil, beauty and ugliness, the visible and the invisible, and the divine and the earthly. This volume brings together a range of studies in order to understand the notion of light and darkness and a variety of its Symbolist interpretations. It also stresses the interdisciplinary nature of the concepts of light and darkness in Symbolism, as well as the cohabitation and symbiosis of both, which are together or separately at the core of this movement.

Author : Hseham Amrahs
Publisher : Mahesh Dutt Sharma
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2024-01-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Stories Echoing the Secrets of Oceans by Hseham Amrahs Pdf

The oceans have always been a source of fascination for humanity. They cover over 70% of our planet's surface, yet they remain largely unexplored, holding untold stories and hidden treasures. From ancient myths and legends to modern-day fantasies, the oceans have inspired countless tales of adventure, romance, and intrigue.

Author : Judith Peraino
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780520215870

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Listening to the Sirens by Judith Peraino Pdf

Judith Perraino investigates how music has been used throughout history to call into question norms of gender and sexuality. Beginning with an examination of the mythology surrounding the Sirens, she goes on to consider musical creatures, gods, humans and music-addled listeners.

Author : Emma Gee
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2020-04-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780190670504

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Mapping the Afterlife by Emma Gee Pdf

There are very few accounts of the afterlife across the period from Homer to Dante. Most traditional studies approach the classical afterlife from the point of view of its "evolution" towards the Christian afterlife. This book tries to do something different: to explore afterlife narratives in spatial terms and to situate this tradition within the ambit of a fundamental need in human psychology for the synthesis of soul (or "self") and universe. Drawing on the works of Homer, Plato, Cicero, Virgil, and Dante, among others, as well as on modern works on psychology, cartography, and music theory, Mapping the Afterlife argues that the topography of the afterlife in the Greek and Roman tradition, and in Dante, reflects the state of "scientific" knowledge at the time of the various contexts in which we find it. The book posits that there is a dominant spatial idiom in afterlife landscapes, a "journey-vision paradigm"--the horizontal journey of the soul across the afterlife landscape, and a synoptic vision of the universe. Many scholars have argued that the vision of the universe is out of place in the underworld landscape. However, looking across the entire tradition, we find that afterlife landscapes, almost without exception, contain these two kinds of space in one form or another. This double vision of space brings the underworld, as the landscape of the soul, into contact with the "scientific" universe; and brings humanity into line with the cosmos.

Author : Joel Jessup
Publisher : Arcturus Publishing
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2024-05-01
Category : Games & Activities
ISBN : 9781398840430

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Mythology Puzzles by Joel Jessup Pdf

Use your sleuthing skills to unveil the secrets of the labyrinth or your mathematical prowess to help the Greeks win the Trojan War in this engaging Mythology Puzzles book! With more than 100 puzzles to complete, you'll use your wit and reasoning just like legendary heroes such as Perseus or Theseus. This collection will strengthen your logic and intelligence through challenging puzzles to engage your deductive, mathematical, and critical reasoning abilities. With fantastic images alongside the puzzles, you'll be transported to ancient times, solving complex enigmas to help protect your heroes against mythical beasts, and more! Once finished, even defeating the minotaur will seem like a breeze for a puzzle superstar like you!? This collection is the perfect gift for lovers of puzzle books or mythology!