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The Story Of A
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Author : Patricia Crain
language : en
Publisher: Stanford University Press
Release Date : 2000
The Story Of A written by Patricia Crain and has been published by Stanford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Richly illustrated with often antic images from alphabet books and primers, The Story of A relates the history of the alphabet as a genre of text for children and of alphabetization as a social practice in America, from early modern reading primers to the literature of the American Renaissance. Offering a poetics of alphabetization and explicating the alphabet's tropes and rhetorical strategies, the author demonstrates the far-reaching cultural power of such apparently neutral statements as "A is for apple." The new market for children's books in the eighteenth century established for the "republic of ABC" a cultural potency equivalent to its high-culture counterpart, the "republic of letters," while shaping its child-readers into consumers. As a central rite of socialization, alphabetization schooled children to conflicting expectations, as well as to changing models of authority, understandings of the world, and uses of literature. In the nineteenth century, literacy became a crucial aspect of American middle-class personality and subjectivity. Furnishing the readers and writers needed for a national literature, the alphabetization of America between 1800 and 1850 informed the sentimental-reform novel as well as the self-consciously aesthetic novel of the 1850s. Through readings of conduct manuals, reading primers, and a sentimental bestseller, the author shows how the alphabet became embedded in a maternal narrative, which organized the world through domestic affections. Nathaniel Hawthorne, by contrast, insisted on the artificiality of the alphabet and its practices in his antimimetic, hermetic The Scarlet Letter, with its insistent focus on the letter A. By understanding this novel as part of the network of alphabetization, The Story of A accounts for its uniquely persistent cultural role. The author concludes, in an epilogue, with a reading of postmodern alphabets and their implications for the future of literacy.
The Story Of A Story
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Author : Deborah Hopkinson
language : en
Publisher: Holiday House
Release Date : 2021-11-09
The Story Of A Story written by Deborah Hopkinson and has been published by Holiday House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-11-09 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Help young readers become young writers with this sweet picture book about a child finding the words to tell his own story! If you’ve ever tried to write a story of your own, you know it’s not as easy as it looks. Words get tangled, pencils get broken, piles of pages get crumpled up. It’s so much easier just to read all the lovely stories other people have written. . . . But their stories aren’t your stories, and your tale is worth telling. A mostly empty page Then another. And still another. There are squiggles. There are doodles. But the words won't come. With the gentle reassurance of experience, two-time SCBWI Golden Kite Award Winner Deborah Hopkinson writes a story that encourages persistence, and celebrates the strength of every child’s unique voice and the story they have to tell. Charming illustrations by Hadley Hooper detail the child’s efforts-- and the stroke of inspiration that helps him get going. This is the perfect picture book for kids who love stories and have big ideas of their own. Young readers who don’t know where to start will be encouraged by the gentle humor, and a page of story-starting ideas offers the opportunity to expand the experience beyond the book. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection A CCBC Choice
This Is The Story Of A Happy Marriage
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Author : Ann Patchett
language : en
Publisher: A&C Black
Release Date : 2013-11-07
This Is The Story Of A Happy Marriage written by Ann Patchett and has been published by A&C Black this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-11-07 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
This Is the Story of a Happy Marriage is an irresistible blend of literature and memoir revealing the big experiences and little moments that shaped Ann Patchett as a daughter, wife, friend and writer. Here, Ann Patchett shares entertaining and moving stories about her tumultuous childhood, her painful early divorce, the excitement of selling her first book, driving a Winnebago from Montana to Yellowstone Park, her joyous discovery of opera, scaling a six-foot wall in order to join the Los Angeles Police Department, the gradual loss of her beloved grandmother, starting her own bookshop in Nashville, her love for her very special dog and, of course, her eventual happy marriage. This Is the Story of a Happy Marriage is a memoir both wide ranging and deeply personal, overflowing with close observation and emotional wisdom, told with wit, honesty and irresistible warmth.
Story Of Life
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Author : Catherine Barr
language : en
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Release Date : 2018-02
Story Of Life written by Catherine Barr and has been published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-02 with categories.
At first, nothing lived on Earth. It was a noisy, hot, scary place. Choking gas exploded from volcanoes and oceans of lava bubbled around the globe... Then in the deep, dark ocean, something amazing happened. This is an exciting and dramatic story about how life began and developed on Planet Earth, written especially for younger children. The authors explain how the first living cell was created, and how the cells multiply and create jellyfish and worms, and then fish with bendy necks, which drag themselves out of the water into swampy forests. They tell the story of the biggest creatures that have ever walked on land - the dinosaurs. Long after that, hairy creatures who have babies, not eggs, take over, stand on two legs and spread around the world, some of them living through cataclysmic events such as ice ages and volcanic eruptions. Everyone living today is related to these survivors. With delightful illustrations including lots of detail and humour, all carefully researched and checked, this book shows the development of life on Earth in a truly accessible and simple way. CLICK HERE to download Teachers' Notes specially written by the authors, Catherine Barr and Steve Williams, to assist teachers and librarians in the promotion and teaching of The Story of Lifein schools and to help foster a love of good books, literature and reading in children.
The Story Of Snowflake And Inkdrop
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Author : Alessandro Gatti
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2015
The Story Of Snowflake And Inkdrop written by Alessandro Gatti and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015 with JUVENILE FICTION categories.
Two worlds, two stories, two books in one, to be flipped and read from whichever direction you like!
The Classic Short Story 1870 1925
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Author : Florence Goyet
language : en
Publisher: Open Book Publishers
Release Date : 2014-01-13
The Classic Short Story 1870 1925 written by Florence Goyet and has been published by Open Book Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-13 with Fiction categories.
The ability to construct a nuanced narrative or complex character in the constrained form of the short story has sometimes been seen as the ultimate test of an author's creativity. Yet during the time when the short story was at its most popular - the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries - even the greatest writers followed strict generic conventions that were far from subtle. This expanded and updated translation of Florence Goyet's influential La Nouvelle, 1870-1925: Description d'un genre à son apogée (Paris, 1993) is the only study to focus exclusively on this classic period across different continents. Ranging through French, English, Italian, Russian and Japanese writing - particularly the stories of Guy de Maupassant, Henry James, Giovanni Verga, Anton Chekhov and Akutagawa Ry?nosuke - Goyet shows that these authors were able to create brilliant and successful short stories using the very simple 'tools of brevity' of that period. In this challenging and far-reaching study, Goyet looks at classic short stories in the context in which they were read at the time: cheap newspapers and higher-end periodicals. She demonstrates that, despite the apparent intention of these stories to question bourgeois ideals, they mostly affirmed the prejudices of their readers. In doing so, her book forces us to re-think our preconceptions about this 'forgotten' genre.
The Story Of A Year
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Author : Henry James
language : en
Publisher: Good Press
Release Date : 2021-04-11
The Story Of A Year written by Henry James and has been published by Good Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-04-11 with Fiction categories.
In 'The Story of a Year' by Henry James, readers are taken on a journey through the trials and tribulations of a group of individuals over the course of a year. James's intricate prose and keen attention to detail bring to life this story of love, loss, and personal growth in the context of a changing society. The novel is a blend of psychological insight and social commentary, making it a rich and insightful read for those interested in exploring the complexities of human relationships and societal norms. James' ability to create multi-dimensional characters and explore the inner workings of their minds adds depth and complexity to the narrative. Henry James, known for his psychological realism and keen observation of human behavior, draws from his own experiences and observations to craft 'The Story of a Year'. His background as a well-traveled and cosmopolitan individual lends authenticity and depth to the characters and settings in the novel. Through his nuanced portrayal of human emotions and relationships, James invites readers to reflect on their own lives and the world around them. I highly recommend 'The Story of a Year' to readers who enjoy thought-provoking literature that delves into the complexities of human nature and society. Henry James's masterful storytelling and insightful exploration of interpersonal dynamics make this novel a compelling and rewarding read.
The Story Of A Goat
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Author : Perumal Murugan
language : en
Publisher: Grove Press
Release Date : 2019-12-10
The Story Of A Goat written by Perumal Murugan and has been published by Grove Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-12-10 with Fiction categories.
“Fantastical . . . Through the thoughts of a rare black goat and the couple who adopt it, readers witness famines, death, and moments of beauty.” —National Geographic Longlisted for the National Book Award for Translated Literature As he did in the award-winning One Part Woman, Perumal Murugan explores a side of India that is rarely considered in the West: the rural lives of the country’s farming community. He paints a bucolic yet sometimes menacing portrait, showing movingly how danger and deception can threaten the lives of the weakest through the story of a helpless young animal lost in a world it naively misunderstands. As the novel opens, a mysterious stranger offers a farmer in Tamil Nadu a black goat kid who is the runt of the litter, surely too frail to survive. The farmer and his wife take care of the young she-goat, whom they name Poonachi, and soon the little goat is bounding with joy and growing at a rate they think miraculous for such a small animal. Intoxicating passages from the goat’s perspective offer a bawdy and earthy view of what it means to be an animal and a refreshing portrayal of the natural world. But Poonachi’s life is not destined to be a rural idyll—dangers can lurk around every corner, and may sometimes come from surprising places, including a government that is supposed to protect the weak and needy. Is this little goat too humble a creature to survive such a hostile world? “The title character of Murugan’s elegant new novel is indeed a joy . . . through Poonachi’s tale we are reminded how much bonds us with the animal world.” —USA Today
The Story Of Life
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Author : Chris (Simpsons Artist)
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2017-11-16
The Story Of Life written by Chris (Simpsons Artist) and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-11-16 with Humor categories.
this book is a magical journey through life from the beginnings of time to the birth of a child and the adventure that we take on our way to the grave and beyond to the stars it is a celebration of being human and all of the beautiful things that is in between. if you like books that are about: why we are here how we are made babies shedding their baby legs and growing their child legs the innocence of childhood the warmth of papas back teen life body hare the first kiss falling in love being alone the gift of a feather tales of witches saturday nights monday mornings the mystery of old peoples earlobes death ghosts and the meaning of life then this book is for you because inside of this book there is all of those things and after reading about 5 pages of it you will be the main expert of human life and there will be nothing in this world that you will not know love from your friend chris (simpsons artist) xox
The Story Of A Lucky Duck
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Author : Rip Harwood
language : en
Publisher: Newman Springs Publishing
Release Date : 2023-06-15
The Story Of A Lucky Duck written by Rip Harwood and has been published by Newman Springs Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-06-15 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
This charming little story breaks the autobiography mold. Technically it's the childhood account of a third-culture American kid and his adventures and exploits growing up all over the world in the 1950s and '60s. The book will transport you from Australia to Africa, from Brazil to Israel, from Europe to the Far East. But it's not just a travelogue or a dry where-I-was-born sleeper. It's part adventure--it's about surfing in Africa and sailing in Rio de Janeiro. It's a Buddhist parable about the responsibilities of power and African lessons about the power of belief. It's a childhood love story. It's a new perspective on the evils of apartheid and the oppression that took its place and that still mars the beauty of a magnificent country. It's a story of cultures and geopolitics. It's the backstory about how a few courageous Norwegians defeated Nazi plans for a German atom bomb. It's part the rant of a funny, irreverent, iconoclastic, opinionated old curmudgeon, perhaps occasionally thought-provoking. It's a window into the insights that wide travels and an open mind can bring. It's also a story about family and the importance of real family values and of developing a sense of place in the world. The book is interlaced with stories and anecdotes about the author's own forebears and pioneer ancestors and the roles they played in shaping the expansion and development of the American West. It's a little known slice of Texas history and of the founding of places like Dallas and Fort Worth. It's a story of lone-star gypsies that will give you new perspectives on life and death, how to live it to the fullest, and maybe even how to avoid fearing the mysteries at the end of one's existence.