Passing By The Dragon

Author : Ramsey Michaels
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2013-01-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781620322239

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This book attempts a close reading of the fiction of Flannery O'Connor, story by story, with one eye on her use of the Bible, and her view of the Bible in relation to her own work. After introductory chapters on O'Connor's markings in her own Roman Catholic Bible, her book reviews in diocesan newspapers, and her impatience with her wayward readers, Michaels looks first at her two novels, Wise Blood and The Violent Bear It Away, and then at seventeen of her short stories from her two collections, A Good Man Is Hard to Find and Everything That Rises Must Converge. Michaels takes notice of O'Connor's explicit references to the Bible (or Bibles) in her stories, and looks more particularly to the ways in which the stories are driven at least in part by specific biblical texts. Among the themes that emerge are alienation or displacement, what it means to be "good," the relation between body and spirit and between the Old Testament and the New, issues of race and gender, and above all what O'Connor once called "the action of grace in territory held largely by the devil."

Author : Ramsey Michaels
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2013-01-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781621895596

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Passing by the Dragon by Ramsey Michaels Pdf

This book attempts a close reading of the fiction of Flannery O'Connor, story by story, with one eye on her use of the Bible, and her view of the Bible in relation to her own work. After introductory chapters on O'Connor's markings in her own Roman Catholic Bible, her book reviews in diocesan newspapers, and her impatience with her wayward readers, Michaels looks first at her two novels, Wise Blood and The Violent Bear It Away, and then at seventeen of her short stories from her two collections, A Good Man Is Hard to Find and Everything That Rises Must Converge. Michaels takes notice of O'Connor's explicit references to the Bible (or Bibles) in her stories, and looks more particularly to the ways in which the stories are driven at least in part by specific biblical texts. Among the themes that emerge are alienation or displacement, what it means to be "good," the relation between body and spirit and between the Old Testament and the New, issues of race and gender, and above all what O'Connor once called "the action of grace in territory held largely by the devil."

Author : Gardner Dozois,Jack Dann
Publisher : Random House Australia
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2011-08-31
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781742754406

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The Dragon Book by Gardner Dozois,Jack Dann Pdf

Nineteen fiery dragon stories from the world’s best fantasy writers Whether portrayed as fire-breathing reptilian beasts at war with humanity or as noble creatures capable of speech and mystically bonded to the warriors who ride them, dragons have been found in nearly every culture's mythology. In modern times, they can be found far from their medieval settings in locales as mundane as suburbia or as barren as post-apocalyptic landscapes - and in THE DRAGON BOOK, today's greatest fantasists reignite the fire with legendary tales that will consume readers' imaginations.With stories by NEW YORK TIMES bestselling authors Jonathan Stroud, Gregory Maguire, Garth Nix, Diana Gabaldon, Tamora Pierce, Harry Turtledove, Sean Williams and Tad Williams as well as tales by Naomi Novik, Peter Beagle, Jane Yolen, Adam Stemple, Cecelia Holland, Kage Baker, Samuel Sykes, Diana Wynne Jones, Mary Rosenblum, Tanith Lee, Andy Duncan and Bruce Coville.

Author : John Charles Keyte
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1925
Category : China
ISBN : OCLC:470194122

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Author : Ruth Stiles Gannett
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-15
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780486492834

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My Father's Dragon by Ruth Stiles Gannett Pdf

A young boy runs away from home to rescue an abused baby dragon held captive to serve as a free twenty-four hour, seven-days-a-week ferry for the lazy wild animals living on Wild Island.

Author : Donald Samson
Publisher : Star Trilogy
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2022-11-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1732537267

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The Dragon Boy by Donald Samson Pdf

Author : James Russell
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2017-04-04
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781492648628

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The Dragon Hunters by James Russell Pdf

Away across the oceans, where few have dared to roam, upon a wondrous island, a family made its home. Living on an island means life is full of adventure for brothers Flynn and Paddy. So when a dragon swoops out of the sky and nabs their beloved dog, Coco, Flynn and Paddy know it's up to them to bring her home. That night, they pack their bags, make some terrible sandwiches, and set off on an epic adventure... See the map in this book come alive! Includes BONUS Dragon Brothers map in 3D for your phone or tablet! Download the free AR Reads app on your Android—or iOS—compatible smartphone or tablet to see and hear dragons fly, geysers gush, and get a glimpse of your favorite characters in action!

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1913
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1066539008

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Author : Ken Liu
Publisher : Tor Books
Page : 38 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2023-09-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781250333148

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The Passing of the Dragon by Ken Liu Pdf

A woman who fears she’s failing as a painter and as an artist seeks inspiration from one of her favorite poets--finding something even more wondrous, but also more impossible to capture on canvas. . . At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Author : J. C. Keyte
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2018-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0331011247

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The Passing of the Dragon by J. C. Keyte Pdf

Excerpt from The Passing of the Dragon: The Story of the Shensi Revolution and Relief Expedition The author of The Passing of the Dragon is no mere theorist. He has travelled much and seen life in many lands. His enterprising Spirit has carried him to different parts of the Continent, across the United States and to the cities of busy Japan. He has lived and worked among the farmers of Canada and the millhands of Lancashire. As a student he is known in the Univer sities of Oxford and Manchester as a teacher and friend he has been a familiar figure in many parts of Northern China to country people, students and officials of different kinds. The call to service there came through the lack of volunteers after the Boxer rising, and in China his chief work has been done. Into the ten years since he first left England for the East he has crowded all the work his energetic nature could do, even at great cost to himself; so that overwork necessitated a furlough. Then in 1911 he returned to take up his duties once more. Great was his eagerness to return because of his deep interest in the Chinese. Before leaving England a friend said to him: I cannot understand why you go. It seems to me a sheer waste of your powers. The simple reply followed: It is my duty. I am more needed out there. After events proved this to be true beyond his conception. While in his native land he spoke of the unrest that prevailed in China and the struggle for freedom that might soon take place. When he landed there the Revolution had begun. At once he learnt of the dangers that threatened his colleagues, and immediately began to plan their rescue. The opportunity to do his duty found him ready, though of it he writes I only did what any Englishman would have done. What was accomplished is told in this book. After the excitement of Relief Expeditions was over (for on his return to Pekin he and three others were asked by the Swedish Minister to attempt the relief of Swedish Missionaries in n.w. Shansi, and for this second expedition he received a gold medal from the King of Sweden), he went back quietly to his ordinary work at Sianfu. There he is now, busy amongst the Chinese whom he loves, and at the mission work it is a delight to him to do. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Author : J. C. (John Charles) Keyte
Publisher : Hardpress Publishing
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2012-08-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1290884625

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The Passing of the Dragon; The Story of the Shensi Revolution and Relief Expedition by J. C. (John Charles) Keyte Pdf

Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.

Author : Jeffrey A. Carver
Publisher : Starstream Publications/Book View Cafe
Page : 475 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2015-08-06
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781611385472

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Dragon Rigger by Jeffrey A. Carver Pdf

A realm at war. The star dragons struggle under the oppression of an unseen foe—a creature of terrible power, who seeks to shape all of space-time into a web of subjugation and death. The Dream Mountain, source of knowledge and life to the dragons, is held by the enemy; and yet, hope burns in the dragons’ hearts. According to ancient prophecy, One will come from outside to challenge the darkness. Star pilot Jael LeBrae may be that savior. Once before, she aided the dragons in their struggle, and now she must return to face at last the terrible wrath of Tar-skel. But if the prophecy holds true, the price of victory over the darkness will be Jael’s own life. Captivating sequel to Dragons in the Stars, Dragon Rigger is science fiction with mythic dimension, from the Nebula-nominated author of Eternity’s End and The Chaos Chronicles. REVIEWS: “Dragon Rigger is a most excellent adventure that would make a grand movie if it were not that the special effects budget would surely be quite brutal even in this age of computer animation.... If there is a motto for this novel, it is solidarnosc, solidarity, the power to be gained by sticking with one’s friends, even by sacrificing for the good of others...there is immense verve, energy, momentum, and power...the reader stays with Carver all the way.” —Thomas A. Easton, Analog “A refreshingly unique setting and excellently realized characters.” —Publishers Weekly

Author : Robert Jordan
Publisher : Tor Books
Page : 711 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2002-09-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781429960168

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The Dragon Reborn by Robert Jordan Pdf

The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine! In The Dragon Reborn, the third novel in Robert Jordan’s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time®, Rand al’Thor undertakes a journey to prove himself worthy of being the Champion of Light. Winter has stopped the war—almost—yet men are dying, calling out for the Dragon. But where is he? Rand al’Thor has been proclaimed the Dragon Reborn. Traveling to the great fortress known as the Stone of Tear, he plans to find the sword Callandor, which can only be wielded by the Champion of Light, and discover if he truly is destined to battle The Dark One. Following Rand, Moiraine and their friends battle Darkhounds on the hunt, hoping they reach the Heart of the Stone in time for the next great test awaiting the Dragon Reborn. Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® by Robert Jordan has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America's best-loved novels by PBS's The Great American Read. The Wheel of Time® New Spring: The Novel #1 The Eye of the World #2 The Great Hunt #3 The Dragon Reborn #4 The Shadow Rising #5 The Fires of Heaven #6 Lord of Chaos #7 A Crown of Swords #8 The Path of Daggers #9 Winter's Heart #10 Crossroads of Twilight #11 Knife of Dreams By Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson #12 The Gathering Storm #13 Towers of Midnight #14 A Memory of Light By Robert Jordan and Teresa Patterson The World of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time By Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria Simons The Wheel of Time Companion By Robert Jordan and Amy Romanczuk Patterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Author : Marty Machowski
Publisher : New Growth Press
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2017-06-09
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781945270017

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Dragon Seed by Marty Machowski Pdf

Nick, an angry teen, uncovers a dark secret about his family and, along the way, discovers his place in a story of epic proportions. In Dragon Seed, trusted author Marty Machowski uses both imaginative fiction and an engaging, twelve-lesson Bible study to introduce older children and teens to spiritual warfare.

Author : Steven Belletto
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2017-02-13
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781107184459

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The Cambridge Companion to the Beats by Steven Belletto Pdf

This Companion offers an in-depth overview of the Beat era, one of the most popular literary periods in America.