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Finding Them Gone

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Author : Red Pine
language : en
Publisher: Copper Canyon Press
Release Date : 2016-06-01

Finding Them Gone written by Red Pine and has been published by Copper Canyon Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-06-01 with Poetry categories.

"A travel writer with a cult following."—The New York Times "There are very few westerners who could successfully cover so much territory in China, but Porter pulls it off. Finding Them Gone uniquely draws upon his parallel careers as a translator and a travel writer in ways that his previous books have not. A lifetime devoted to understanding Chinese culture and spirituality blossoms within its pages to create something truly rare."—The Los Angeles Book Review To pay homage to China's greatest poets, renowned translator Bill Porter—who is also known by his Chinese name "Red Pine"—traveled throughout China visiting dozens of poets' graves and performing idiosyncratic rituals that featured Kentucky bourbon and reading poems aloud to the spirits. Combining travelogue, translations, history, and personal stories, this intimate and fast-paced tour of modern China celebrates inspirational landscapes and presents translations of classical poems, many of which have never before been translated into English. Porter is a former radio commentator based in Hong Kong who specialized in travelogues. As such, he is an entertaining storyteller who is deeply knowledgeable about Chinese culture, both ancient and modern, who brings readers into the journey—from standing at the edge of the trash pit that used to be Tu Mu's grave to sitting in Han Shan's cave where the Buddhist hermit "Butterfly Woman" serves him tea. Illustrated with over one hundred photographs and two hundred poems, Finding Them Gone combines the love of travel with an irrepressible exuberance for poetry. As Porter writes: "The graves of the poets I'd been visiting were so different. Some were simple, some palatial, some had been plowed under by farmers, and others had been reduced to trash pits. Their poems, though, had survived... Poetry is transcendent. We carry it in our hearts and find it there when we have forgotten everything else." In praise of Bill Porter/Red Pine: "In the travel writing that has made him so popular in China, Porter's tone is not reverential but explanatory, and filled with luminous asides... His goal is to tell interested foreigners about revealing byways of Chinese culture."—New York Review of Books “Porter is an amiable and knowledgeable guide. The daily entries themselves fit squarely in the travelogue genre, seamlessly combining the details of his routes and encounters with the poets’ biographies, Chinese histories, and a generous helping of the poetry itself. Porter’s knowledge of the subject and his curation of the poems make this book well worth reading for travelers and poetry readers alike. It’s like a survey course in Chinese poetry—but one in which the readings are excellent, the professor doesn’t take himself too seriously, and the field trips involve sharing Stagg bourbon with the deceased.”—Publishers Weekly "Red Pine's out-of-the-mainstream work is canny and clearheaded, and it has immeasurably enhanced Zen/Taoist literature and practice."—Kyoto Journal "Bill Porter has been one of the most prolific translators of Chinese texts, while also developing into a travel writer with a cult following."—The New York Times "Red Pine's succinct and informative notes for each poem are core samples of the cultural, political, and literary history of China." —Asian Reporter Poets’ graves visited (partial list): Li Pai, Tu Fu, Wang Wei, Su Tung-p’o, Hsueh T’ao, Chia Tao, Wei Ying-wu, Shih-wu (Stonehouse), Han-shan (Cold Mountain). Bill Porter (a.k.a. "Red Pine") is widely recognized as one of the world's finest translators of Chinese religious and poetic texts. His best-selling books include Lao-tzu's Taoteching and The Collected Songs of Cold Mountain. He lives near Seattle.

Finding Them Gone Visiting China S Poets Of The Past

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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016

Finding Them Gone Visiting China S Poets Of The Past written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with categories.

"A travel writer with a cult following."-The New York Times "There are very few westerners who could successfully cover so much territory in China, but Porter pulls it off. Finding Them Gone uniquely draws upon his parallel careers as a translator and a travel writer in ways that his previous books have not. A lifetime devoted to understanding Chinese culture and spirituality blossoms within its pages to create something truly rare."-The Los Angeles Book Review To pay homage to China's greatest poets, renowned translator Bill Porter-who is also known by his Chinese name "Red Pine"-traveled throughout China visiting dozens of poets' graves and performing idiosyncratic rituals that featured Kentucky bourbon and reading poems aloud to the spirits. Combining travelogue, translations, history, and personal stories, this intimate and fast-paced tour of modern China celebrates inspirational landscapes and presents translations of classical poems, many of which have never before been translated into English. Porter is a former radio commentator based in Hong Kong who specialized in travelogues. As such, he is an entertaining storyteller who is deeply knowledgeable about Chinese culture, both ancient and modern, who brings readers into the journey-from standing at the edge of the trash pit that used to be Tu Mu's grave to sitting in Han Shan's cave where the Buddhist hermit "Butterfly Woman" serves him tea. Illustrated with over one hundred photographs and two hundred poems, Finding Them Gone combines the love of travel with an irrepressible exuberance for poetry. As Porter writes: "The graves of the poets I'd been visiting were so different. Some were simple, some palatial, some had been plowed under by farmers, and others had been reduced to trash pits. Their poems, though, had survived...'oetry is transcendent. We carry it in our hearts and find it there when we have forgotten everything else." In praise of Bill Porter/Red Pine: "In the travel writing that has made him so popular in China, Porter's tone is not reverential but explanatory, and filled with luminous asides...'is goal is to tell interested foreigners about revealing byways of Chinese culture."-New York Review of Books "Porter is an amiable and knowledgeable guide. The daily entries themselves fit squarely in the travelogue genre, seamlessly combining the details of his routes and encounters with the poets' biographies, Chinese histories, and a generous helping of the poetry itself. Porter's knowledge of the subject and his curation of the poems make this book well worth reading for travelers and poetry readers alike. It's like a survey course in Chinese poetry-but one in which the readings are excellent, the professor doesn't take himself too seriously, and the field trips involve sharing Stagg bourbon with the deceased."-Publishers Weekly "Red Pine's out-of-the-mainstream work is canny and clearheaded, and it has immeasurably enhanced Zen/Taoist literature and practice."-Kyoto Journal "Bill Porter has been one of the most prolific translators of Chinese texts, while also developing into a travel writer with a cult following."-The New York Times "Red Pine's succinct and informative notes for each poem are core samples of the cultural, political, and literary history of China."-Asian Reporter Poets' graves visited (partial list): Li Pai, Tu Fu, Wang Wei, Su Tung-p'o, Hsueh T'ao, Chia Tao, Wei Ying-wu, Shih-wu (Stonehouse), Han-shan (Cold Mountain). Bill Porter (a.k.a. "Red Pine") is widely recognized as one of the world's finest translators of Chinese religious and poetic texts. His best-selling books include Lao-tzu's Taoteching and The Collected Songs of Cold Mountain. He lives near Seattle.

Charles Dickens The Complete Novels The Greatest Novelists Of All Time Book 1

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Author : Charles Dickens
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2023-11-24

Charles Dickens The Complete Novels The Greatest Novelists Of All Time Book 1 written by Charles Dickens and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-24 with Literary Criticism categories.

In "Charles Dickens: The Complete Novels," readers are invited into the intricate tapestry of 19th-century England, as brought to life by one of literature's most beloved figures. This comprehensive collection showcases Dickens's masterful storytelling and keen social commentary, spanning themes of poverty, class disparity, and the human condition. The literary style is marked by rich character development and vivid imagery, allowing readers to explore iconic works such as "A Tale of Two Cities," "Great Expectations," and "Oliver Twist". Each novel unfolds within the complex landscape of Victorian society, revealing the moral dilemmas and social injustices of the era. Charles Dickens, born in 1812, experienced the harsh realities of industrial England firsthand, shaping his perspectives and literary voice. His own tumultuous childhood, marked by financial instability and loss, motivated him to highlight the plight of the downtrodden, a constant theme throughout his oeuvre. Dickens's background as a social reformer and his deep empathy for the marginalized encapsulate the essence of his writing, providing readers with both entertainment and a call for social awareness. This essential volume is a must-read for those seeking to understand the depth of Dickens's literary genius and his pivotal role in shaping modern literature. It serves not only as a gateway into his captivating narratives but also as a poignant reflection on societal issues that remain relevant today.

Our Mutual Friend

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Author : Charles Dickens
language : en
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
Release Date : 2021-01-01

Our Mutual Friend written by Charles Dickens and has been published by Prabhat Prakashan this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-01-01 with Fiction categories.

Last and one of his critically most acclaimed novels, 'Our Mutual Friend' was first published in the year 1865. It is considered to be Dickens' one of most sophisticated works, combining savage satire with social analysis. In the opening chapters a body is found in the Thames and identified as that of John Harmon, a young man recently returned to London to receive his inheritance. Were he alive, his father's will would require him to marry Bella Wilfer, a beautiful, mercenary girl whom he had never met. Instead, the money passes to the working-class Boffins, and the effects spread into various corners of London society.

The Epic Of Pabuji

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Author : John D. Smith
language : en
Publisher: Katha
Release Date : 2005

The Epic Of Pabuji written by John D. Smith and has been published by Katha this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Literary Criticism categories.

Pabuji , a medieval Rajput hero from the deserts of Marwar, is widely worshipped as a folk diety capable of proctecting against ill fortune. This book chorincles the epic narrative in English free verse as well as interesting details about the words , the music and the par itself.

Some Passages In The Life Of Mr Adam Blair The History Of Matthew Wald

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Author : John Gibson Lockhart
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1846

Some Passages In The Life Of Mr Adam Blair The History Of Matthew Wald written by John Gibson Lockhart and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1846 with categories.

The History Of Matthew Wald

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Author : John Gibson Lockhart
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1824

The History Of Matthew Wald written by John Gibson Lockhart and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1824 with English fiction categories.

A Cultural History Of Animals In The Medieval Age

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Author : Brigitte Resl
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2009-04-01

A Cultural History Of Animals In The Medieval Age written by Brigitte Resl and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-04-01 with History categories.

A Choice Outstanding Academic Title, 2008 A Cultural History of Animals in the Medieval Age investigates the changing roles of animals in medieval culture, economy and society in the period 1000 to 1400. The period saw significant changes in scientific and philosophical approaches to animals as well as their representation in art. Animals were omnipresent in medieval everyday life. They had enormous importance for medieval agriculture and trade and were also hunted for food and used in popular entertainments. At the same time, animals were kept as pets and used to display their owner's status, whilst medieval religion attributed complex symbolic meanings to animals. A Cultural History of Animals in the Medieval Age presents an overview of the period and continues with essays on the position of animals in contemporary symbolism, hunting, domestication, sports and entertainment, science, philosophy, and art.

The Warden

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Author : Daniel M. Ford
language : en
Publisher: Tor Books
Release Date : 2023-04-18

The Warden written by Daniel M. Ford and has been published by Tor Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-04-18 with Fiction categories.

A Recommended Reading List Pick for Locus and a Best Science Fiction & Fantasy Editors' Pick for Amazon A Reactor Magazine Best of the Year Pick "Omigosh! I've just found an author to put on my list of I've got to read everything they ever wrote! The Warden is a gem of the first order. Aelis is my hero."—Glen Cook, author of The Black Company For fans who have always wanted their Twin Peaks to have some wizards, The Warden is a non-stop action adventure story from author Daniel M. Ford. There was a plan. She had the money, the connections, even the brains. It was simple: become one of the only female necromancers, earn as many degrees as possible, get a post in one of the grand cities, then prove she’s capable of greatness. The funny thing about plans is that they are seldom under your control. Now Aelis de Lenti, a daughter of a noble house and recent graduate of the esteemed Magisters’ Lyceum, finds herself in the far-removed village of Lone Pine. Mending fences, matching wits with goats, and serving people who want nothing to do with her. But, not all is well in Lone Pine, and as the villagers Aelis is reluctantly getting to know start to behave strangely, Aelis begins to suspect that there is far greater need for a Warden of her talents than she previously thought. Old magics are restless, and an insignificant village on the farthest border of the kingdom might hold secrets far beyond what anyone expected. Aelis might be the only person standing between one of the greatest evils ever known and the rest of the world. The Warden Series The Warden Necrobane At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

African Myths And Folk Tales

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Author : Carter Godwin Woodson
language : en
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Release Date : 2010-01-14

African Myths And Folk Tales written by Carter Godwin Woodson and has been published by Courier Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-01-14 with Juvenile Fiction categories.

Presents a collection of African folk tales, including how the Earth was formed, why cats chase rats, and the spirit of a magic drum.