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On Stories

Richard Kearney
On Stories Book PDF

Author : Richard Kearney
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2002-09-09
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781134537914

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Stories offer us some of the richest and most enduring insights into the human condition and have preoccupied philosophy since Aristotle. On Stories presents in clear and compelling style just why narrative has this power over us and argues that the unnarrated life is not worth living. Drawing on the work of James Joyce, Sigmund Freud's patient 'Dora' and the case of Oscar Schindler, Richard Kearney skilfully illuminates how stories not only entertain us but can determine our lives and personal identities. He also considers nations as stories, including the story of Romulus and Remus in the founding of Rome. Throughout, On Stories stresses that, far from heralding the demise of narrative, the digital era merely opens up new stories.

On Stories

C. S. Lewis
On Stories Book PDF

Author : C. S. Lewis
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2002-10-28
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780547543055

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On Stories by C. S. Lewis Pdf

The theme of this collection is the excellence of the Story, especially the kind of story dear to Lewis-fantasy and science fiction, which he fostered in an age dominated by realistic fiction. On Stories is a companion volume to Lewis’s collected shorter fiction, The Dark Tower and Other Stories. Edited and with a Preface by Walter Hooper.

On Stories

Richard Kearney
On Stories Book PDF

Author : Richard Kearney
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780415247986

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On Stories by Richard Kearney Pdf

Richard Kearney shows how stories are deep at work in all forms of writing. He examines the power of the story and its ability to affect both individual and national identity.

The Stories Behind the Stories

Danielle Blenken,Danielle Higley,Stephanie Miles
The Stories Behind the Stories Book PDF

Author : Danielle Blenken,Danielle Higley,Stephanie Miles
Publisher : BUSHEL PECK
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2021-09-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1638190410

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The Stories Behind the Stories by Danielle Blenken,Danielle Higley,Stephanie Miles Pdf

Did you know that J.K. Rowling came up with Harry Potter while waiting for a delayed train? Or that Winnie the Pooh was inspired by a real bear who lived in the London Zoo? Or that Dav Pilkey's teacher once ripped up his drawings as a kid and told him he'd never make a living making silly comics? (Maybe we should introduce her to Captain Underpants.) In The Stories Behind the Stories, you'll hear all these incredible stories about your favorite kid's books and authors and much more! Includes full-color illustrations plus other fascinating facts and tidbits to satisfy even the most curious reader.

A Baking Powder Pause: An Appalachian Perspective on Stories of Hope

W. Carol Johnson
A Baking Powder Pause An Appalachian Perspective on Stories of Hope Book PDF

Author : W. Carol Johnson
Publisher : Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
Page : 109 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2021-03-16
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781098058807

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A Baking Powder Pause: An Appalachian Perspective on Stories of Hope by W. Carol Johnson Pdf

This book contains twenty stories of hope from those (including the author) who have chosen to rise out of hardship and challenge into joy and service to others. The use of baking powder as a symbol for the action-agent or catalyst for the "rising" process originates from the author's great grandmother's incredible biscuits, all symbolic of a transformation made possible by that "magic ingredient" and the life-giving bread that resulted.These stories carry the unique Appalachian context of the author, which flavors her own experiences and her interpretations of the shared experiences of others.The author challenges you to pause to reflect on whatever name you give that special ingredient in your own life to rise into light and service.

Daemon Voices

Philip Pullman
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Author : Philip Pullman
Publisher : Vintage
Page : 490 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09-10
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9780525562955

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Daemon Voices by Philip Pullman Pdf

From the internationally best-selling author of the His Dark Materials trilogy, a spellbinding journey into the secrets of his art--the narratives that have shaped his vision, his experience of writing, and the keys to mastering the art of storytelling. One of the most highly acclaimed and best-selling authors of our time now gives us a book that charts the history of his own enchantment with story--from his own books to those of Blake, Milton, Dickens, and the Brothers Grimm, among others--and delves into the role of story in education, religion, and science. At once personal and wide-ranging, Daemon Voices is both a revelation of the writing mind and the methods of a great contemporary master, and a fascinating exploration of storytelling itself.

God: Stories

C. Michael Curtis
God Stories Book PDF

Author : C. Michael Curtis
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0618387935

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God: Stories by C. Michael Curtis Pdf

Offering a fresh approach to an age-old discussion, "God: Stories" collects 25 short stories by eminent writers about spiritual experiences of all sorts. Includes work by John Updike, Philip Roth, Louise Erdrich, James Joyce, Flannery O'Connor, James Baldwin, Alice Munro, and others.

Be Kind

Pat Zietlow Miller
Be Kind Book PDF

Author : Pat Zietlow Miller
Publisher : Roaring Brook Press
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2018-02-06
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781250304605

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Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller Pdf

A New York Times bestseller! “These days, it seems more important than ever for books to show young people how to act with thoughtfulness, civility, and kindness.” —The New York Times Book Review When Tanisha spills grape juice all over her new dress, her classmate wants to make her feel better, wondering: What does it mean to be kind? From asking the new girl to play to standing up for someone being bullied, this moving story explores what kindness is, and how any act, big or small, can make a difference—or at least help a friend. With a gentle text from the award-winning author of Sophie's Squash, Pat Zietlow Miller, and irresistible art from Jen Hill, Be Kind is an unforgettable story about how two simple words can change the world. One of Chicago Public Library's "Best of the Best Books 2018"

Stories Make the World

Stephen Most
Stories Make the World Book PDF

Author : Stephen Most
Publisher : Berghahn Books
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2017-06
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781785335761

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Stories Make the World by Stephen Most Pdf

Since the beginning of human history, stories have helped people make sense of their lives and their world. Today, an understanding of storytelling is invaluable as we seek to orient ourselves within a flood of raw information and an unprecedented variety of supposedly true accounts. In Stories Make the World, award-winning screenwriter Stephen Most offers a captivating, refreshingly heartfelt exploration of how documentary filmmakers and other storytellers come to understand their subjects and cast light on the world through their art. Drawing on the author’s decades of experience behind the scenes of television and film documentaries, this is an indispensable account of the principles and paradoxes that attend the quest to represent reality truthfully.

Storyworthy

Matthew Dicks
Storyworthy Book PDF

Author : Matthew Dicks
Publisher : New World Library
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2018-05-15
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781608685493

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Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks Pdf

A five-time Moth GrandSLAM winner and bestselling novelist shows how to tell a great story — and why doing so matters. Whether we realize it or not, we are always telling stories. On a first date or job interview, at a sales presentation or therapy appointment, with family or friends, we are constantly narrating events and interpreting emotions and actions. In this compelling book, storyteller extraordinaire Matthew Dicks presents wonderfully straightforward and engaging tips and techniques for constructing, telling, and polishing stories that will hold the attention of your audience (no matter how big or small). He shows that anyone can learn to be an appealing storyteller, that everyone has something “storyworthy” to express, and, perhaps most important, that the act of creating and telling a tale is a powerful way of understanding and enhancing your own life.

Of Other Worlds

C. S. Lewis
Of Other Worlds Book PDF

Author : C. S. Lewis
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2017-02-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780062565808

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Of Other Worlds by C. S. Lewis Pdf

A repackaged edition of the revered author’s treasury of essays and stories which examine the value of creative writing and imaginative exploration. C. S. Lewis—the great British writer, scholar, lay theologian, broadcaster, Christian apologist, and bestselling author of Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Chronicles of Narnia, and many other beloved classics—presents a well-reasoned case for the importance of story and wonder, elements often ignored by critics of his time. He also discusses his favorite kinds of stories—children’s stories and fantasies—and offers insights into his most famous works, The Chronicles of Narnia and the Space Trilogy.

Sevastopol

Emilio Fraia
Sevastopol Book PDF

Author : Emilio Fraia
Publisher : New Directions Publishing
Page : 69 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2021-06-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780811230926

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Sevastopol by Emilio Fraia Pdf

Three subtly connected stories converge in this chimerical debut, showcasing a powerful new Brazilian voice Three subtly connected stories converge in this chimerical debut, each burrowing into a turning point in a person’s life: a young woman gives a melancholy account of her obsession with climbing Mount Everest; a Peruvian-Brazilian vanishes into the forest after staying in a musty, semi-abandoned inn in the haunted depths of the Brazilian countryside; a young playwright embarks on the production of a play about the city of Sevastopol and a Russian painter portraying Crimean War soldiers. Inspired by Tolstoy’s The Sevastopol Sketches, Emilio Fraia masterfully weaves together these stories of yearning and loss, obsession and madness, failure and the desire to persist, in a restrained manner reminiscent of Anton Chekhov, Roberto Bolano, and Rachel Cusk.

How I Met My Monster

Amanda Noll
How I Met My Monster Book PDF

Author : Amanda Noll
Publisher : Flashlight Press
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2019-11-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781947277113

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How I Met My Monster by Amanda Noll Pdf

One night, when Ethan reaches under his bed for a toy truck, he finds this note instead: "Monsters! Meet here for final test." Ethan is sure his parents are trying to trick him into staying under the covers, until he sees five colorful sets of eyes blinking at him from beneath the bed. Soon, a colorful parade of quirky, squeaky little monsters compete to become Ethan's monster. But only the little green monster, Gabe, has the perfect blend of stomach-rumbling and snorting needed to get Ethan into bed and keep him there so he falls asleep—which as everyone knows, is the real reason for monsters under beds. With its perfect balance of giggles and shivers, this silly-spooky prequel to the award-winning I Need My Monster and Hey, That's MY Monster! will keep young readers entertained.

Thomas' Magnetic Play Book (Thomas and Friends)

Random House
Thomas Magnetic Play Book Thomas and Friends Book PDF

Author : Random House
Publisher : Random House Books for Young Readers
Page : 10 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2019-05-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781984894120

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Thomas' Magnetic Play Book (Thomas and Friends) by Random House Pdf

This Thomas & Friends Magnetic Play Book features nine magnets that stick right to the pages! Get ready for magnetic adventures with Thomas & Friends! This super-interactive book features nine magnets that stick right to the sturdy pages! Kids will have trainloads of fun creating their own scenes with Thomas, James, Percy, the Troublesome Trucks, and more! Plus the magnets come packaged in a reclosable case, keeping everything handy at home or on the go! In the early 1940s, a loving father crafted a small blue wooden train engine for his son, Christopher. The stories that this father, the Reverend W Awdry, made up to accompany the wonderful toy were first published in 1945 and became the basis for the Railway Series, a collection of books about Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends--and the rest is history. Thomas & Friends(TM) are now a big extended family of engines and others on the Island of Sodor. They appear not only in books but also in television shows and movies, and as a wide variety of beautifully made toys. The adventures of Thomas and his friends, which are always, ultimately, about friendship, have delighted generations of train-loving boys and girls for more than 70 years and will continue to do so for generations to come.

Dear Science and Other Stories

Katherine McKittrick
Dear Science and Other Stories Book PDF

Author : Katherine McKittrick
Publisher : Duke University Press
Page : 149 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2020-12-14
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781478012573

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Dear Science and Other Stories by Katherine McKittrick Pdf

In Dear Science and Other Stories Katherine McKittrick presents a creative and rigorous study of black and anticolonial methodologies. Drawing on black studies, studies of race, cultural geography, and black feminism as well as a mix of methods, citational practices, and theoretical frameworks, she positions black storytelling and stories as strategies of invention and collaboration. She analyzes a number of texts from intellectuals and artists ranging from Sylvia Wynter to the electronica band Drexciya to explore how narratives of imprecision and relationality interrupt knowledge systems that seek to observe, index, know, and discipline blackness. Throughout, McKittrick offers curiosity, wonder, citations, numbers, playlists, friendship, poetry, inquiry, song, grooves, and anticolonial chronologies as interdisciplinary codes that entwine with the academic form. Suggesting that black life and black livingness are, in themselves, rebellious methodologies, McKittrick imagines without totally disclosing the ways in which black intellectuals invent ways of living outside prevailing knowledge systems.