Author: 吳哲硯 CHE─YEN WU
Publisher: 索引數位股份有限公司
ISBN: 9869290841
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 234
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本書是關於魔術與文學、文學中的魔術、以及魔術中的文學性。論 文始於一個單純的發想：魔術於今日可以做些什麼？除了娛樂，或頂多 被視為藝術，魔術在當代創傷記憶橫溢、暴力遍地、對他者充滿敵意的 世界中，是否有任何嚴肅的功能？ 追溯其系譜，我們可發現魔術的播撒是由上而下、朝向世俗化的過 程。它的意義與功能，與時推移。我的進一步提問是：當魔術出現於當 代文學文本中，是否可引我們深思反省？我將魔術論述與理論方法帶進 三本當代與魔術有關的英美小說，探究《奇術師》中的創傷記憶、《戰 爭魔術師》中的檔案問題、及《黑人魔術師》中的失能奇觀。 克里斯多夫．裴斯特的《奇術師》主要涉及家族世仇，但其實文本 中很大一部分也隱含帝國殖民主義和現代性除魅的議題。大衛．費雪的 《戰爭魔術師》與殘酷的二戰檔案記憶有關。丹尼爾．衛理斯的《黑人 魔術師》則是由四位畸零人講述黑人魔術師亨利失落及失能的一生。我 在這三本小說中所處理的議題包括家族創傷、殖民創傷、現代性創傷、 戰爭檔案、及失能歧視。魔術作為推動 事的轉義，在三本小說中具有 重整並改變結構的潛力。我檢視魔術在三本小說中消解認同的詩學、可 能性、及未逮處。
Author: Stephen M.A.
Publisher: SMA Publishing
ISBN: 1737302039
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 286
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The good news is a whole lotta honesty could save us all forever. The bad news tells itself. ______________________________________ • "A shockingly creative sci-fi future" -SPReview • "The perfect intersection of phenomenal world-building and character creation" -ManyBooks.net • "What results is a true masterpiece of storytelling" -ReadersFavorite.com On a lonely urban world in a star system under siege, an ex-military whistleblower buys the certified rights to question anyone while investigating a classified disaster—backed by threat of corporate law. But instead of answers, The Interviewer finds a trail of lies leading directly to the untouchable overlords of the Board. In the Unified Fiduciary Dominion, truth is just a negotiable line item, and Fleet Eternal is the ultimate accountant. Every month, the vast, terrifying alien armada blinks into orbit, attacking with brutal force. Luckily a mere .01% Kill Rate triggers full retreat, if you destroy their vessels fast enough. But when greedy defense contractor Crowley Vanderbilt starts meddling with tactical plans that have survived decades of battle, the security of the entire system is imperiled. Despite the storied reputation of Admiral Seersa Kudaibergen, casualties start mounting, and time is suddenly running out. Now, The Interviewer must partner with Zhou, cantankerous Ruby District madame, and Bartimus Caldwell, whiz kid sensor Scry, to assemble a declassified public report that could rewrite history and save the UFD... But first they've gotta survive long enough to finish writing it. "unique, sharp parlance" ★★★★★ ReadersFavorite.com "splashes of gritty action" ★★★★½ SPReview "filled with drama, humor and hope" ★★★★ MMGood Book Reviews "blends satire and dirty jokes into a genuine philosophical debate" ManyBooks.net
Author: C. D'Angelo
Publisher: C. D'Angelo
ISBN: 1737262401
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 309
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When anxiety-prone Rachel Granza learns that her growing sense of emptiness is affecting her relationship with her almost perfect boyfriend and that she’s jeopardizing any possibility of a marriage proposal, she knows she must pull herself out of her funk. But how? A dream apartment in New York City, a thriving psychotherapy practice, and her unique obsessions with topics like the Titanic don’t even make her feel grounded anymore. Red alert! Trying to find happiness and meaning again—in more than her beloved Italian food—she stumbles into a genealogy mission to discover childhood information about her idol, aka her grandpa, who died years ago. He never spoke about his Italian immigrant past and now she’s determined to find out the reason for his unusual secretiveness. Rachel’s ancestral roller coaster has roadblocks galore, but she needs the answers to her family’s hidden history. They’re her only hope to know more about her hero, salvage her relationship, and most importantly to save herself.
Author: B. C. Lienesch
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781737375210
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 338
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Jackson Clay used to be many things. An Army Ranger. A loving husband. A doting father. But that was a lifetime ago. Now, in the wake of unspeakable tragedy, he's simply the missing's last hope. When quiet high schooler Sara Beth Parker disappears in the night from her home in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, Detective Angela Cole is assigned the case. A black woman in a department full of white men, she's made a career for herself working harder and being better than the badges beside her. But when leads begin to dry up and her own peers start to question whether Parker was taken or simply ran away, Cole feels herself being pushed to the edge. And when an old colleague introduces her to Jackson, she'll break her own rules and place any hope of finding Sara Beth in his hands. Determined to breathe life into a case that has quickly gone cold, Jackson begins to unravel a tangled web of secrets and lies that put him in the crosshairs of a sociopathic killer and his heavily-armed cult - a group that may be responsible for much, much more than just Sara Beth's disappearance. But enemies also have enemies, and when Jackson gains the help of a charismatic boor named Bear, together they'll take the fight to the cult, determined to bring Sara Beth home. THE WOODSMAN is "an unputdownable, suspenseful, and gripping book full of twists and turns." (Dawn Hosmer, author of Bits & Pieces)
Author: Amy Patrick
Publisher: Amy Patrick
ISBN: 194616612X
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 164
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The Crimson Court is at a turning point. Abigail Byler's life is about to change profoundly... or end for good. It remains to be seen what will become of the vampire queen, Imogen. And Abbi's eternal love, Reece, faces the possibility of taking on a job he was never meant to have while living without the only girl he's ever loved. In this fourth and final installment of the Crimson Accord series, the fates of both the vampire and human races are at stake, and it all depends on who will wear the Crimson Crown. Don't miss the exciting conclusion of Abbi's story! Download your copy now and dive into the Crimson world once again. THE CRIMSON ACCORD SERIES: Crimson Born Crimson Storm Crimson Bond Crimson Crown
Author: Greer Rivers
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 388
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Devil They call me Devil. But I'm haunted by the deaths I've caused. That's why I've hidden who I am. A failure. I control everything or I fight to block it out. If I don't care, I don't lose. But my defenses don't work on Ellie. I saved her once. Now she's learning to save herself. If only teaching her how didn't test my control. She's my friend's sister. Warm. Light. Innocent. That's what I need to remember. All I want is to fuel my angel's desire. Ellie He calls me angel. But I'm no one's saving grace. I hate what I am. A victim. I lost so much before Devil found me. And I'm afraid of losing what's left. But fear made me a coward. He saved me then. Now he's teaching me to save myself. If only he didn't make me lose control. He's my brother's friend. Cold. Dark. Forbidden. That's what he wants me to think. All I want is to feel Devil's burn. ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ Fighting Conviction is the second novel in the Conviction series of interconnected standalones which have an overarching plot throughout the series, and no cliffhanger for the couple in this book. The series is best enjoyed in order, but not required. **While Fighting Conviction has an HEA, this read is not for the faint of heart. The Conviction series should be read by mature readers only (18+) and contains sexually explicit scenes, along with descriptions of human trafficking, drugs, strong language, and physical and sexual violence. Reader discretion is advised.**
Author: Dennis Jantzen
Publisher: T&t Pub.
ISBN: 9781737114109
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 140
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During my path to enlightenment, I studied the Vietnam Conflict. My perspective changedconcerning American exceptionalism and, in many ways, made me come to terms that the US neverwas great. About this time, a client of mine asked if he could send me a short video regarding 911. I receivedand watched the presentation and began to question what we had been told regarding September 11, 2001,terrorist attacks. After thoroughly studying the incident, I concluded that it was a false-flag attack mostlikely orchestrated by the USI. To say that I went down the rabbit hole would be an understatement. I5Wasted space, please consolidate begin to question everything. Being an introvert allowed me to research and learn the United States' accurate history, which I determined was not what I was taught in schools. This brought on the sadreality that what I thought for many years had not been correct, and in many ways, I felt cheated by asystem that gave me a sense of superiority over the less educated, common folk. I realized that I did notknow shit, was arrogant and looked down upon those who knew less when in reality, they werebetter off not learning the fraudulent information that I had acquired. At this time, it was as if I called atime out during a basketball game. I was the coach of my life, and I determined that I needed to learn thefundamentals of true history and hard money Austrian economics from the beginning. This led me to conclude that I was doing a disservice to my homeland and myself by refusing to be critical wherecriticism is proper. What I determined is outlined in this book.
Author: Shelby A. Setty
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781737347477
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
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Only in the realm of Elloriya can one enter a world that mirrors the magic of their curious mind and emotions.After growing up on Earth, Attica Spark returns to Elloriya. While staying in a manor with young heirs, Attica finds hidden chakra portals that take her down the rabbit hole to discover her true power. Little does she know, the dangerous adventures she will embark on will be filled with magic she never knew was possible. That's if she can survive them.
Author: Lingo Mastery
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781951949358
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 218
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You've decided to learn Tagalog - great choice! Tagalog, also known as Filipino, isn't an easy language to learn. Mostly due to the absolute lack of reading material out there, you can find it quite tough to learn this language spoken by around 24 million people in the Philippines and around the world. But we're about to change that with Tagalog Short Stories for Beginners! By providing you with 20 easy-to-read, compelling and fun stories that will give you the tools that you require to learn the language, get ready to expand your vocabulary and improve your grasp of the wonderful Filipino tongue. How Tagalog Short Stories for Beginners works: - Each chapter possesses a funny, interesting and thought-provoking story based on real-life situations, allowing you to learn a bit more about the Filipino culture. - Next up, you will find a summary in Tagalog and in English of what you just read, both to review the lesson and for you to see if you understood what the tale was about. Use them if you're having trouble. - At the end of those summaries, you'll be provided with a list of the most relevant vocabulary involved in the lesson, as well as slang and sayings that you may not have understood at first glance! Don't get lost trying to understand or pronounce it all, either, as all of the vocabulary words are translated for your ease of use! - Finally, you'll be provided with a set of tricky questions in Tagalog, allowing you the chance to prove that you learned something in the story. Whether it's true or false, or if you're doing the single answer questions, don't worry if you don't know the answer to any - we will provide them immediately afterwards, but no cheating! We want you to feel comfortable while learning the tongue; after all, no language should be a barrier for you to travel around the world and expand your social circles! So look no further! Pick up your copy of Tagalog Short Stories for Beginners and level up your Tagalog language learning right now!
Author: Margaret Montet
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781737175810
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 234
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More seasoned than a tourist or a sightseer. librarian and professor Margaret Montet proudly declares herself a "Nerd Traveler." Join her as she sets off across the United States and around the globe on a journey of intellectual curiosity. Combining relevant history, biography, and the culture of each city with her own experience and revelations, Nerd Traveler is a series of essays that highlight the joy which can come from moving beyond your comfort zone. Through a celebration of books, learning, music, and art, Margaret Montet offers readers moments of contemplation that also provide us with another story: a woman reconnecting with the lost facets of her identity. A perfect voyage of mindful traveling for explorers of all generations, Nerd Traveler asks us to pack a bag and consider "what if?"
