Author: Anne Zouroudi
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1408821915
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
It is winter in the mountains of Greece and as the snow falls in the tiny village of Vrisi a coffin is unearthed and broken open, revealing some unexpected remains to the astonished mourners gathered at the graveside. In a village where gossip flows like ouzo, the discovery in the grave sets tongues wagging and heads shaking. But when a body is found buried beneath the fallen snow in the shadow of the shrine of St Fanourios (the patron saint of lost things), it seems the truth, behind both the body and the coffin may be far stranger than the villagers' wildest imaginings. Hermes Diaktoros, drawn to the mountains on an affair of the heart, finds himself embroiled in the mysteries of Vrisi, as well as the enigmatic last will and testament of Greece's most admired modern poet. The Whispers of Nemesis is a story of desperate measures and dark secrets, of murder and immortality, and of pride coming before the steepest of falls.
Greek Tragedy and the Digital
Author: George Rodosthenous
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1350185868
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
Adopting an innovative and theoretical approach, Greek Tragedy and the Digital is an original study of the encounter between Greek tragedy and digital media in contemporary performance. It challenges Greek tragedy conventions through the contemporary arsenal of sound masks, avatars, live code poetry, new media art and digital cognitive experimentations. These technological innovations in performances of Greek tragedy shed new light on contemporary transformations and adaptations of classical myths, while raising emerging questions about how augmented reality works within interactive and immersive environments. Drawing on cutting-edge productions and theoretical debates on performance and the digital, this collection considers issues including performativity, liveness, immersion, intermediality, aesthetics, technological fragmentation, conventions of the chorus, theatre as hypermedia and reception theory in relation to Greek tragedy. Case studies include Kzryztof Warlikowski, Jan Fabre, Romeo Castellucci, Katie Mitchell, Georges Lavaudant, The Wooster Group, Labex Arts-H2H, Akram Khan, Urland & Crew, Medea Electronique, Robert Wilson, Klaus Obermaier, Guy Cassiers, Luca di Fusco, Ivo Van Hove, Avra Sidiropoulou and Jay Scheib. This is an incisive, interdisciplinary study that serves as a practice model for conceptualizing the ways in which Greek tragedy encounters digital culture in contemporary performance.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1350185868
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
Adopting an innovative and theoretical approach, Greek Tragedy and the Digital is an original study of the encounter between Greek tragedy and digital media in contemporary performance. It challenges Greek tragedy conventions through the contemporary arsenal of sound masks, avatars, live code poetry, new media art and digital cognitive experimentations. These technological innovations in performances of Greek tragedy shed new light on contemporary transformations and adaptations of classical myths, while raising emerging questions about how augmented reality works within interactive and immersive environments. Drawing on cutting-edge productions and theoretical debates on performance and the digital, this collection considers issues including performativity, liveness, immersion, intermediality, aesthetics, technological fragmentation, conventions of the chorus, theatre as hypermedia and reception theory in relation to Greek tragedy. Case studies include Kzryztof Warlikowski, Jan Fabre, Romeo Castellucci, Katie Mitchell, Georges Lavaudant, The Wooster Group, Labex Arts-H2H, Akram Khan, Urland & Crew, Medea Electronique, Robert Wilson, Klaus Obermaier, Guy Cassiers, Luca di Fusco, Ivo Van Hove, Avra Sidiropoulou and Jay Scheib. This is an incisive, interdisciplinary study that serves as a practice model for conceptualizing the ways in which Greek tragedy encounters digital culture in contemporary performance.
Insularity and identity in the Roman Mediterranean
Author: Anna Kouremenos
Publisher: Oxbow Books
ISBN: 1785705830
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
Insularity – the state or condition of being an island – has played a key role in shaping the identities of populations inhabiting islands of the Mediterranean. As entities surrounded by water and usually possessing different landscapes and ecosystems from those of the mainland, islands allow for the potential to study both the land and the sea. Archaeologically, they have the potential to reveal distinct identities shaped by such forces as invasion, imperialism, colonialism, and connectivity. The theme of insularity and identity in the Roman period has not been the subject of a book length study but has been prevalent in scholarship dealing with the prehistoric periods. The papers in this book explore the concepts of insularity and identity in the Roman period by addressing some of the following questions: what does it mean to be an island? How has insularity shaped ethnic, cultural, and social identity in the Mediterranean during the Roman period? How were islands connected to the mainland and other islands? Did insularity produce isolation or did the populations of Mediterranean islands integrate easily into a common ‘Roman’ culture? How has maritime interaction shaped the economy and culture of specific islands? Can we argue for distinct ‘island identities’ during the Roman period? The twelve papers presented here each deal with specific islands or island groups, thus allowing for an integrated view of Mediterranean insularity and identity.
Publisher: Oxbow Books
ISBN: 1785705830
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
Insularity – the state or condition of being an island – has played a key role in shaping the identities of populations inhabiting islands of the Mediterranean. As entities surrounded by water and usually possessing different landscapes and ecosystems from those of the mainland, islands allow for the potential to study both the land and the sea. Archaeologically, they have the potential to reveal distinct identities shaped by such forces as invasion, imperialism, colonialism, and connectivity. The theme of insularity and identity in the Roman period has not been the subject of a book length study but has been prevalent in scholarship dealing with the prehistoric periods. The papers in this book explore the concepts of insularity and identity in the Roman period by addressing some of the following questions: what does it mean to be an island? How has insularity shaped ethnic, cultural, and social identity in the Mediterranean during the Roman period? How were islands connected to the mainland and other islands? Did insularity produce isolation or did the populations of Mediterranean islands integrate easily into a common ‘Roman’ culture? How has maritime interaction shaped the economy and culture of specific islands? Can we argue for distinct ‘island identities’ during the Roman period? The twelve papers presented here each deal with specific islands or island groups, thus allowing for an integrated view of Mediterranean insularity and identity.
Mediterranean Diasporas
Author: Maurizio Isabella
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472576667
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
Mediterranean Diasporas looks at the relationship between displacement and the circulation of ideas within and from the Mediterranean basin in the long 19th century. In bringing together leading historians working on Southern Europe, the Balkans, and the Ottoman Empire for the first time, it builds bridges across national historiographies, raises a number of comparative questions and unveils unexplored intellectual connections and ideological formulations. The book shows that in the so-called age of nationalism the idea of the nation state was by no means dominant, as displaced intellectuals and migrant communities developed notions of double national affiliations, imperial patriotism and liberal imperialism. By adopting the Mediterranean as a framework of analysis, the collection offers a fresh contribution to the growing field of transnational and global intellectual history, revising the genealogy of 19th-century nationalism and liberalism, and reveals new perspectives on the intellectual dynamics of the age of revolutions.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472576667
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
Mediterranean Diasporas looks at the relationship between displacement and the circulation of ideas within and from the Mediterranean basin in the long 19th century. In bringing together leading historians working on Southern Europe, the Balkans, and the Ottoman Empire for the first time, it builds bridges across national historiographies, raises a number of comparative questions and unveils unexplored intellectual connections and ideological formulations. The book shows that in the so-called age of nationalism the idea of the nation state was by no means dominant, as displaced intellectuals and migrant communities developed notions of double national affiliations, imperial patriotism and liberal imperialism. By adopting the Mediterranean as a framework of analysis, the collection offers a fresh contribution to the growing field of transnational and global intellectual history, revising the genealogy of 19th-century nationalism and liberalism, and reveals new perspectives on the intellectual dynamics of the age of revolutions.
The Whispers of Cities
Author: John-Paul A. Ghobrial
Publisher:
ISBN: 0199672415
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
Explores interactions between early modern Europe and the Ottoman Empire through the experiences of the English ambassador to the Ottoman Empire from 1687 to 1692, showing how information flows between Istanbul, London, and Paris were rooted in the personal exchanges between Ottomans and Europeans in everyday encounters.
Publisher:
ISBN: 0199672415
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
Explores interactions between early modern Europe and the Ottoman Empire through the experiences of the English ambassador to the Ottoman Empire from 1687 to 1692, showing how information flows between Istanbul, London, and Paris were rooted in the personal exchanges between Ottomans and Europeans in everyday encounters.
A Whisper of Disgrace
Author: Sharon Kendrick
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460318277
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 119
Book Description
A woman takes an impulsive leap—straight into the arms of an irresistible sheikh—in this steamy romance from the USA Today–bestselling author. Rosa Corretti cannot forget the one unguarded night she spent with Kulal, when she buried her disgrace beneath the seductive sighs of passion. Now this hard, demanding sheikh wants to control her! Rosa has been too good for too long and will not jump from one gilded cage to another—no matter how brightly it glitters . . . But Kulal has centuries of the desert in his blood and the more Rosa resists, the hotter it fires in his veins. As their passion burns through the tethers around his heart, will this arrogant sheikh accept this Corretti?
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460318277
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 119
Book Description
A woman takes an impulsive leap—straight into the arms of an irresistible sheikh—in this steamy romance from the USA Today–bestselling author. Rosa Corretti cannot forget the one unguarded night she spent with Kulal, when she buried her disgrace beneath the seductive sighs of passion. Now this hard, demanding sheikh wants to control her! Rosa has been too good for too long and will not jump from one gilded cage to another—no matter how brightly it glitters . . . But Kulal has centuries of the desert in his blood and the more Rosa resists, the hotter it fires in his veins. As their passion burns through the tethers around his heart, will this arrogant sheikh accept this Corretti?
Whispers of Witchwood
Author: Kim Bock
Publisher: Kim Bock Books Pty Ltd
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
Dive into the magical world of Witchwood in this spellbinding urban fantasy mystery! An ambitious college journalist, Emma Bradford, uncovers more than just campus gossip when she stumbles upon a centuries-old magical conspiracy in her sleepy town. As she delves deeper into Witchwood's secrets, Emma discovers her hidden magical abilities and a destiny she never imagined. Balancing college life with her newfound powers, Emma must: Investigate a professor's mysterious death Unravel ancient family legacies Navigate a budding romance with her charming study partner, Liam Confront a shadowy magical organization threatening Witchwood's peace With the help of her tech-savvy best friend Chloe, the no-nonsense Detective Diana Holt, and a cast of magical allies, Emma races against time to expose the truth. But in a town where every whisper could be a spell, and every shadow might hide a secret, who can she trust? "Whispers of Witchwood" blends: Cozy, magical mystery New adult fiction Investigative journalism thrills Hidden magic and family secrets Perfect for fans of "Discovery of Witches" and "The Magicians," this first installment in the Cauldron and Quill Mystery series will cast a spell on readers who love: College witch stories Magical realism in modern settings Strong female protagonists Paranormal investigation Uncover the secrets of Witchwood today and join Emma on her journey from curious reporter to magical detective. In this enchanting town, every headline hides a hex, and the biggest scoop might just be spelled with danger!
Publisher: Kim Bock Books Pty Ltd
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 279
Book Description
Dive into the magical world of Witchwood in this spellbinding urban fantasy mystery! An ambitious college journalist, Emma Bradford, uncovers more than just campus gossip when she stumbles upon a centuries-old magical conspiracy in her sleepy town. As she delves deeper into Witchwood's secrets, Emma discovers her hidden magical abilities and a destiny she never imagined. Balancing college life with her newfound powers, Emma must: Investigate a professor's mysterious death Unravel ancient family legacies Navigate a budding romance with her charming study partner, Liam Confront a shadowy magical organization threatening Witchwood's peace With the help of her tech-savvy best friend Chloe, the no-nonsense Detective Diana Holt, and a cast of magical allies, Emma races against time to expose the truth. But in a town where every whisper could be a spell, and every shadow might hide a secret, who can she trust? "Whispers of Witchwood" blends: Cozy, magical mystery New adult fiction Investigative journalism thrills Hidden magic and family secrets Perfect for fans of "Discovery of Witches" and "The Magicians," this first installment in the Cauldron and Quill Mystery series will cast a spell on readers who love: College witch stories Magical realism in modern settings Strong female protagonists Paranormal investigation Uncover the secrets of Witchwood today and join Emma on her journey from curious reporter to magical detective. In this enchanting town, every headline hides a hex, and the biggest scoop might just be spelled with danger!
Whispers of Vivaldi
Author: Beverle Graves Myers
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1615954678
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 283
Book Description
Venice, 1745, is an age of reckless pleasures, playful artifice, and baroque excess. An accident has reduced Tito Amato's glorious singing voice to a husky croak. But now the male soprano is determined to prove himself as a director. As the Teatro San Marco is losing subscribers to a rival company, the theater's Maestro Torani charges Tito with locating the perfect opera to fill the seats in time for Carnival. Surprisingly, a second-rate composer provides the very thing—an opera so replete with gorgeous melodies the public speculates it was written by the late Antonio Vivaldi. Even more disconcerting are the rumors swirling around Angeletto, a male soprano imported from Naples to sing the lead. Is the singer truly a castrato or a female soprano engaging in a daring but lucrative masquerade? Both matters turn dangerous when Maestro Torani is viciously attacked and killed. And Tito is the prime suspect. His own life as well as the future of Teatro San Marco now depend on his skills as a sleuth....
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1615954678
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 283
Book Description
Venice, 1745, is an age of reckless pleasures, playful artifice, and baroque excess. An accident has reduced Tito Amato's glorious singing voice to a husky croak. But now the male soprano is determined to prove himself as a director. As the Teatro San Marco is losing subscribers to a rival company, the theater's Maestro Torani charges Tito with locating the perfect opera to fill the seats in time for Carnival. Surprisingly, a second-rate composer provides the very thing—an opera so replete with gorgeous melodies the public speculates it was written by the late Antonio Vivaldi. Even more disconcerting are the rumors swirling around Angeletto, a male soprano imported from Naples to sing the lead. Is the singer truly a castrato or a female soprano engaging in a daring but lucrative masquerade? Both matters turn dangerous when Maestro Torani is viciously attacked and killed. And Tito is the prime suspect. His own life as well as the future of Teatro San Marco now depend on his skills as a sleuth....
Whisper of Stone
Author: Tess Dawson
Publisher: John Hunt Publishing
ISBN: 1846941903
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
Religion.
Publisher: John Hunt Publishing
ISBN: 1846941903
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 424
Book Description
Religion.
Handbook to the Mediterranean
Author: John Murray (Firm)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mediterranean Region
Languages : en
Pages : 776
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Mediterranean Region
Languages : en
Pages : 776
Book Description
Operation Whisper
Author: Barnes Carr
Publisher: Brandeis University Press
ISBN: 1611688094
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 346
Book Description
The true story of the master spies who stole the atomic bomb
Publisher: Brandeis University Press
ISBN: 1611688094
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 346
Book Description
The true story of the master spies who stole the atomic bomb