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Constellations of Reading

Carlo Salzani
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Author : Carlo Salzani
Publisher : Peter Lang
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 3039118609

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How to read Walter Benjamin today? This book argues that the proper way is through an approach which recognizes and respects his own peculiar theorization of the act of reading and the politics of interpretation that this entails. The approach must be figural, that is, focused on images, and driven by the notion of actualization. Figural reading, in the very sui generis Benjaminian way, understands figures as constellations, whereby an image of the past juxtaposes them with an image of the present and is thus actualized. To apply this method to Benjamin's own work means first to identify some figures. The book singles out the Flâneur, the Detective, the Prostitute and the Ragpicker, and then sets them alongside a contemporary account of the same figure: the Flâneur in Juan Goytisolo's Landscapes after the Battle (1982), the Detective in Paul Auster's New York Trilogy (1987), the Prostitute in Dacia Maraini's Dialogue between a Prostitute and her Client (1973), and the Ragpicker in Mudrooroo's The Mudrooroo/Müller Project (1993). The book thereby, on the one hand, analyses the politics of reading Benjamin today and, on the other, sets his work against a variety of contemporary aesthetics and politics of interpretation.

Reading Constellations

Patricia McKee
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Author : Patricia McKee
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780199333905

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The changes wrought by industrialization in the nineteenth century were heralded by many as the inevitable march of progress. Yet a fair share of critics opposed the encroachment of modernity into everyday life. Wedding Walter Benjamin's critique of urban modernity with several canonical works of fiction, Patricia McKee's study challenges the traditional ways we look at Victorian literature and culture. In Great Expectations, Our Mutual Friend, Jude the Obscure, and "In the Cage," characters struggle to find a place for the parts of the self that do not fit the conventional image of middle-class Victorian success in the rapidly expanding world of metropolitan London. Reading Constellations focuses on this tension, exploring how characters attempt to fit in or adapt to urban society. Throughout, Patricia McKee draws on Walter Benjamin's philosophy of history to examine the aforementioned works of fiction by Dickens, Hardy, and James. The dialectical notion of the "constellation" is deployed in each chapter to read moments in which past and present collide and the ways these writers "open out" the representation of the city to new modes of articulation and-through narrative perception-the reader's perception of the phenomena of the city, its place as the exemplar of modernity, and the ways in which it determines subjectivity. Benjamin's concept of "colportage" is also used as a tool to demonstrate how Victorian fiction distributes and alters various possibilities in time and space. Ultimately, Reading Constellations demonstrates how Victorian fiction imagines a version of urban modernity that compensates for capitalist development, reassembling parts of experience that capitalism typically disintegrates.

The Book of Constellations

Robin Kerrod
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Author : Robin Kerrod
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2002-01-01
Category : Constellations
ISBN : 1875169946

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This fascinating narrative recounts the history of astronomy and, with more than 100 full-color illustrations, it shows readers how to find the planets and constellations in the night sky. In ancient times, people thought that the Sun, Moon, and stars were gods. They recorded their movements and imagined that the stars made pictures in the sky. The Greeks and the Romans related these "pictures" of animals and men--or constellations--to their legends. They also identified planets and named them for their gods--Venus, Mars, Saturn, and Jupiter. Their observations marked the first step in the development of astronomy, which today is a sophisticated science. Modern astronomers have followed the tradition of naming heavenly bodies after ancient gods. For instance, the solar system's outer planets weren't identified until after the telescope's invention, but with their discoveries they were named after Uranus, a Greek god of the sky . . . Neptune, the Roman god of the sea . . . and Pluto, the Roman god of the underworld. The author recounts the legends connected with many constellations, including Aquarius, Aries, Cancer, Orion, and others. This beautifully illustrated book helps readers navigate their way around the night sky as they learn the significance of heavenly bodies' names. Color photos and illustrations throughout.

What We See in the Stars

Kelsey Oseid
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Author : Kelsey Oseid
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780399579530

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A richly illustrated guide to the myths, histories, and science of the celestial bodies of our solar system, with stories and information about constellations, planets, comets, the northern lights, and more. Combining art, mythology, and science, What We See in the Stars gives readers a tour of the night sky through more than 100 magical pieces of original art, all accompanied by text that weaves related legends and lore with scientific facts. This beautifully packaged book covers the night sky's most brilliant features--such as the constellations, the moon, the bright stars, and the visible planets--as well as less familiar celestial phenomena like the outer planets, nebulae, and deep space. Adults seeking to recapture the magic of youthful stargazing, younger readers interested in learning about natural history and outer space, and those who appreciate beautiful, hand-painted art will all delight in this charming book.

Summer Constellations

Alisha Sevigny
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Author : Alisha Sevigny
Publisher : Kids Can Press Ltd
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-01
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781525300127

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Summer Constellations by Alisha Sevigny Pdf

Summer romance meets a passion for the environment in this timeless young adult novel. When Julia’s mother announces that she might be selling the family’s campground to a real estate developer, Julia is crushed. How could she stand to leave her childhood home? Then Julia finds an unlikely ally — the developer’s son, Nick — who wants to help her family raise the money they need to keep the campground running. Can Julia trust him to conspire against his own father? And could she ever trust him with her heart? This tender story reminds readers of summer’s possibilities … and how sometimes love is written in the stars.

Constellations

Govert Schilling
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Author : Govert Schilling
Publisher : Black Dog & Leventhal
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2019-06-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780316483896

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Perfect for stargazers and armchair astronomers of all ages, CONSTELLATIONS is a beautifully illustrated, fascinatingguide to all 88 constellations, including an illustrated star map for each. In CONSTELLATIONS, award-winning astronomy writer Govert Schilling takes us on an unprecedented visual tour of all 88 constellations in our night sky. Much more than just a stargazer's guide, CONSTELLATIONS is complete history of astronomy as told by Schilling through the lens of each constellation. The book is organized alphabetically by constellation. Profiles of each constellation include basic information such as size, visibility, and number of stars, as well as information on the discovery and naming of the constellation and associated lore. Beyond details about the constellation itself is information about every astronomical event that took place or discovery made in the vicinity of the constellation. In the constellation of Cygnus (the Swan) we encounter the location of the first confirmed black hole. A stop at Gemini (the Twins) is a chance to say hello to the dwarf planet Pluto, and in Orion (the hunter) we find the location of the first identified gamma-ray burst. Stunning star maps throughout the book by acclaimed star mapmaker Wil Tirion show us the exact location of every constellation, the details of its structure, as well as its surrounding astronomical neighbors.

Constellations of the Night Sky

Bruce LaFontaine
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Author : Bruce LaFontaine
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2003-05-19
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0486426483

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Large, double-page illustrations introduce stargazers of all ages to 22 major constellations, among them Aquarius, the water bearer; Orion, the hunter; Gemini, the twins; as well as Canis Major, Taurus, and Leo. Accompanying text relates mythological story behind each constellation's name and identifies its principal stars.

Constellations

Jane P. Gardner
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Author : Jane P. Gardner
Publisher : Amazing Sights in the Sky
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2020-06-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1645275590

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"Early fluent readers will explore the science behind stars and their patterns, as well as the history behind their mapping"--

Once Upon a Starry Night

Jacqueline Mitton
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Author : Jacqueline Mitton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Constellations
ISBN : 9781845070731

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From Hercules to Cassiopeia, young stargazers can learn the stories behind 10 great constellations, drawing on both scientific fact and ancient legends. Detailed illustrations and foil blocking make this a beautiful addition to the series.Ages 6 and up

Orion

Stephanie True Peters
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Author : Stephanie True Peters
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2002-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0823961648

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Discusses the constellation Orion, its location, and various myths about it in different civilizations.

Stories in the Stars

Susanna Hislop
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Author : Susanna Hislop
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2015-11-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780698197909

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A beautifully illustrated Penguin Hardcover that invites readers to travel the night sky and discover the universe of stories in the stars To those who can decipher it, the night sky is alive with gods and goddesses, animals and mythical creatures—an endless carnival played out in shining constellations. Amidst this jet-black canvas pricked with white dots, a hunter leaps in pursuit with his dogs at his heels, a sea monster threatens a maiden in distress, and a pair of twins lives forever. In Stories in the Stars, writer and stargazer Susanna Hislop and international artist Hannah Waldron present an imaginative journey through the heavens. Leaping between centuries, cultures, and traditions, they explore each of the night sky’s eighty-eight constellations through gorgeous illustrations and vivid descriptions that will linger in readers’ minds long after they’ve closed the book and stepped outside on a starry night.

Find the Constellations

H.A. Rey
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Author : H.A. Rey
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2008-09-22
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780547342573

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A classic for all ages—the “wonderful” guide to the night sky by the creator of Curious George (Horn Book). Containing star charts, a guide to the constellations, and details about seasons and the movement of the objects we see in the sky, this classic book makes H. A. Rey’s passion for astronomy evident on every page. New updates concentrate on the planetary and solar system information in the latter part of the book. Facts and figures for each planet have been revised, and new scientific information has been added, such as Pluto’s reclassification as a dwarf planet. There's also a brand-new online resource that allows readers to track the positions of the planets in the night sky till the year 2100. “An excellent introduction to the heavens, to satisfy and stimulate a child’s interest…a very useful book.”—Kirkus Reviews “Persuades the reader that astronomy is not only easy—it’s fun.”—The New York Times “Excellent.”—Saturday Review

Curious George Discovers the Stars

H.A. Rey
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Author : H.A. Rey
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2016-06-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780544866935

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Curious George is too young to stay up all night, but before he gets his ZZZs he’s going to learn as much as he can about astronomy! George loves summer nights in the country—that’s where he does his best stargazing. When his friend Bill says that nobody knows how many stars there are, George is determined to count! But how will he keep track? Come along as George learns all about stars, constellations, and the night sky. Based on the Emmy-winning PBS show, this story is filled to the brim with additional facts, real photos, experiments, activities, and more. Learning about science has never been so much fun!

Even If it Costs Me My Life

Stephan Hausner
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Author : Stephan Hausner
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 363 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2015-06-03
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781317709312

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Family constellations work has broadened and developed in many different fields as a method of counseling and therapy. In addition to constellations in organizations and schools, applying this approach to working with illness and disease has expanded the potential for healing effects in the field of medicine as well. A view of transgenerational entanglements and family dynamics casts a new light on health and disease, and the insights gained from constellations with illness and health problems have led to a more holistic view of those who are ill. In Even if it Costs me my Life, Stephan Hausner aims to provide a picture of the healing potential of systemic constellations, entering into the reciprocal effects of family dynamics and illness. Extensive use of case studies demonstrates this technique in action, revealing how existing illnesses and pathologies are rooted within the family dynamic, and setting up healing postures to facilitate growth, development, and direction.

Glow-in-the-Dark Constellations

C. E. Thompson
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Author : C. E. Thompson
Publisher : Grosset & Dunlap
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1999-01-25
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0448412527

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Now in an affordable paperback edition comes this super informative guide exploring the night sky with glow-in-the-dark illustrations, eight maps, and fascinating retellings of the legends behind the constellations. Full color. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.