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Author : Raymond Walker,David Skelly
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Opera
ISBN : 0952994313
Author : Ravikanth Kothuri,Albert Godfrind,Euro Beinat
Publisher : Apress
Page : 825 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2012-01-03
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781430242888
Now available in paperback— Pro Oracle Spatial for Oracle Database 11g shows how to take advantage of Oracle Databases built–in feature set for working with location–based data. A great deal of the information used in business today is associated with location in some way, and analysis of that data is becoming ever more important in today's mobile and highly connected world. In Pro Oracle Spatial for Oracle Database 11g, authors Ravi Kothuri and Albert Godfrind address: The special nature of spatial data and its role in professional and consumer applications Issues in spatial data management such as modeling, storing, accessing, and analyzing spatial data The Oracle Spatial solution and the integration of spatial data into enterprise databases How spatial information is used to understand business and support decisions, to manage customer relations, and to better serve private and corporate users When you read Pro Oracle Spatial for Oracle Database 11g, you’re learning from the very best. Ravi Kothuri is a key member of Oracle’s Spatial development team. Albert Godfrind consults widely with Oracle clients on the implementation of Oracle Spatial, develops training courses, and presents frequently at conferences. Together they have crafted a technically sound and authoritative fountain of information on working with spatial data in the Oracle database.
Author : Simon J. Bronner
Publisher : Liverpool University Press
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2008-04-24
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781909821019
The idea of Jewishness is examined in this volume with provocative interpretations of Jewish experience, and fresh approaches to the understanding of Jewish cultural expressions.
Author : Lynne S. McNeill,Elizabeth Tucker
Publisher : University Press of Colorado
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2018-11-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781607328087
Legend Tripping: A Contemporary Legend Casebook explores the practice of legend tripping, wherein individuals or groups travel to a site where a legend is thought to have taken place. Legend tripping is a common informal practice depicted in epics, stories, novels, and film throughout both contemporary and historical vernacular culture. In this collection, contributors show how legend trips can express humanity’s interest in the frontier between life and death and the fascination with the possibility of personal contact with the supernatural or spiritual. The volume presents both insightful research and useful pedagogy, making this an invaluable resource in the classroom. Selected major articles on legend tripping, with introductory sections written by the editors, are followed by discussion questions and projects designed to inspire readers to engage critically with legend traditions and customs of legend tripping and to explore possible meanings and symbolics at work. Suggested projects incorporate digital technology as it appears both in legends and in modes of legend tripping. Legend Tripping is appropriate for students, general readers, and folklorists alike. It is the first volume in the International Society for Contemporary Legend Research series, a set of casebooks providing thorough and up-to-date studies that showcase a variety of scholarly approaches to contemporary legends, along with variants of legend texts, discussion questions, and projects for students. Contributors: S. Elizabeth Bird, Bill Ellis, Carl Lindahl, Patricia M. Meley, Tim Prizer
Author : Wayland D. Hand
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2023-11-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780520313217
This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1971.
Author : Evan S. Dictor
Publisher : O'Reilly Media
Page : 776 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : BASIC (Computer program language)
ISBN : UCSD:31822026051268
Central to Visual Basic is its interface design component--its forms and controls. This means that to create a professional application, you need extensive knowledge of Visual Basic controls. Book jacket.
Author : Alan Dundes
Publisher : Univ of Wisconsin Press
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1991-11-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0299131130
Alan Dundes, in this casebook of an anti-Semitic legend, demonstrates the power of folklore to influence thought and history. According to the blood libel legend, Jews murdered Christian infants to obtain blood to make matzah. Dundes has gathered here the work of leading scholars who examine the varied sources and elaborations of the legend. Collectively, their essays constitute a forceful statement against this false accusation. The legend is traced from the murder of William of Norwich in 1144, one of the first reported cases of ritualized murder attributed to Jews, through nineteenth-century Egyptian reports, Spanish examples, Catholic periodicals, modern English instances, and twentieth-century American cases. The essays deal not only with historical cases and surveys of blood libel in different locales, but also with literary renditions of the legend, including the ballad “Sir Hugh, or, the Jew’s Daughter” and Chaucer’s “The Prioress’s Tale.” These case studies provide a comprehensive view of the complex nature of the blood libel legend. The concluding section of the volume includes an analysis of the legend that focuses on Christian misunderstanding of the Jewish feast of Purim and the child abuse component of the legend and that attempts to bring psychoanalytic theory to bear on the content of the blood libel legend. The final essay by Alan Dundes takes a distinctly folkloristic approach, examining the legend as part of the belief system that Christians developed about Jews. This study of the blood libel legend will interest folklorists, scholars of Catholicism and Judaism, and many general readers, for it is both the literature and the history of anti-Semitism.
Author : Ann Casement
Publisher : Phoenix Publishing House
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2021-05-06
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781800130265
This book is an introduction to the ideas of the Swiss psychologist and psychoanalyst, C. G. Jung. The first chapter describes his early home life whilst subsequent chapters are devoted to his work in various sectors. This started in psychiatry at Burgholzli Hospital in Zurich, where Eugen Bleuler was the Director, a significant figure in Jung's life for many years. The book goes on to describe at some length the professional relationship between Freud and Jung, and the disastrous impact of their subsequent acrimonious split in 1913 on themselves but, more importantly, on the profession of psychoanalysis itself, both at that time and subsequently. Several chapters elaborate Jung's main concepts, including an extensive investigation of his all-important work on psychological alchemy, which includes 10 black and white illustrations from the alchemical text The Rosarium Philosophorum and 10 black and white ox-herding pictures of Kuo-an from the twelfth-century Buddhist tradition. The rest of the book depicts some of the significant women and men who contributed to analytical psychology, which is the term Jung chose to designate his psychoanalytic discipline. This is used interchangeably with the term psychoanalysis as many Jungians designate themselves psychoanalysts, including the author, as a New York State licensed psychoanalyst. This is also an account of some of the scientific, philosophical, and psychological influences on Jung's thinking. The book concludes with an entry on China, where the author has spent the last few years analysing, lecturing, supervising, and teaching analytical psychology to Chinese psychotherapists, counsellors, and students in Beijing and Shanghai. This comprehensive work is essential reading for all those with an interest in C. G. Jung and his work.
Author : John Reilly
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2000-05-30
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : UOM:39015042872286
Larry McMurtry's award winning novels have redefined not only the literature of the west, but also the essential myths with which the west is associated. Readers were initiated into the world of the modern cowboy with McMurtry's first novel Horseman Pass By. Nearly 35 years later McMurtry revisits his hometown project with his latest update on the characters who populated The Last Picture Show and Texasville in his most recent novel Duane's Depressed. This Critical Companion examines all 22 of McMurtry's works. By considering individual literary elements and overall construction of the novels, this analysis probes how McMurtry has given contemporary relevance to traditional elements of the Western story.
Author : Charlotte Guillain
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2016-01-01
Category : Children's theater
ISBN : 9781484627723
What are myths and legends? How can you write plays that make myths and legends come to life? How can you turn a story full of famous characters into a fresh and exciting production?
Author : David Pollack
Publisher : Cornell University Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 0801480353
Author : The National Folk Museum of Korea (South Korea)
Publisher : 길잡이미디어
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2014-11-27
Category : Folk literature, Korean
ISBN : 9788928900848
CONTENTS MYTHOLOGY LEGENDS FOLK TALES REFERENCES INDEX
Author : John S. Strong
Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publ.
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Buddhism
ISBN : 8120811542
The Buddhist monk Upagupta, who preached and taught meditative practices in Northwest India over two thousand years ago, is venerated today by the laity in parts of Burma, Thailand, and laos as a proctective figure endowed with magical powers. The author demonstrates a remarkable continuity among traditions focused on Upagupta in ancient Sarvastivadin Sanskrit materials, key Pali texts, medieval Thai and Burmese texts, and rituals in Southeast Asia. In so doing he reflects the orientation of popular Sanskrit Hinayana Buddhism, which allows for new perspectives on such classic questions as the nature of enlightnment, the evil, the worship of the Buddha image, the veneration of saints, master-disciple relationships, the treatment of heterodoxy, and the relation of myth and ritual.
Author : GEW Humanities Group
Publisher : Global East-West
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-16
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 8210379456XXX
"Classic Fairy Tales and Myths Retold" reimagines global myths and legends with modern twists, exploring universal themes, cultural identities, and the interplay between ancient and contemporary storytelling. The book offers a mesmerizing journey through the verdant landscapes of our shared human heritage, reimagining the timeless tales that have been the bedrock of cultures around the globe. This unique collection breathes new life into the ancient stories, weaving contemporary themes, settings, and sensibilities into the fabric of myth and folklore. From the shadowy forests of Europe to the sun-soaked tales of the Middle East, from the mysterious legends of Asia to the vibrant narratives of the Americas and Africa, this book traverses the world to gather an unparalleled compilation of stories that have captivated humanity for centuries. Each tale has been meticulously selected and thoughtfully reinterpreted to resonate with modern readers, offering fresh perspectives on classic themes of love, courage, betrayal, and justice. This collection not only preserves the essence of the original narratives but also challenges readers to contemplate how these ancient wisdoms align with today's world. Through this exploration, "Classic Fairy Tales and Myths Retold" highlights the enduring relevance of these stories, proving that the lessons they hold and the escapades they describe are as impactful now as they were hundreds or even thousands of years ago. Key Takeaways The book reinterprets classic fairy tales and myths from diverse cultures, blending traditional motifs with contemporary art styles. Universal themes such as the hero's journey, creation, love, and cosmic order are prevalent across global mythologies. The adaptation of ancient myths in modern contexts bridges the gap between tradition and contemporary societal dynamics. Cultural identity and storytelling are deeply intertwined, preserving heritage while fostering cross-cultural understanding. The book highlights the impact of myths on shaping societal values and promoting multiculturalism. Modern storytelling techniques, including digital platforms, are essential for the preservation and evolution of these narratives. The work emphasizes the importance of empathy, respect, and inclusivity in the retelling and reinterpretation of mythological tales.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 477 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2022-07-25
Category : History
ISBN : 9789004520660
This volume contains work by scholars actively publishing on origin legends across early medieval western Europe, from the fall of Rome to the high Middle Ages. Its thematic structure creates dialogue between texts and regions traditionally studied in isolation.