'We're lucky to have him' Jonathan Franzen'A morally passionate, serious writer' Zadie Smith'Here's something I know to be true, although it's a little corny, and I don't quite know what to do with it: What I regret most in my life are failures of kindness.
'One of the world's most prominent postcolonial writers He has consistently and with great compassion penetrated the effects of colonialism and its effects on the lives of uprooted and migrating individuals' Anders Olsson, chairman of the Nobel CommitteeDelivered in London on 7 December 2021, 'Writing' is the lecture of the Nobel Laureate in Literature, Abdulrazak Gurnah.
'One of the world's most prominent postcolonial writers He has consistently and with great compassion penetrated the effects of colonialism and its effects on the lives of uprooted and migrating individuals' Anders Olsson, chairman of the Nobel CommitteeDelivered in London on 7 December 2021, 'Writing' is the lecture of the Nobel Laureate in Literature, Abdulrazak Gurnah.
A wide-ranging collection of quotes from the new Pope's writings and speeches, revealing his opinions on the moral issues surrounding the Catholic Church today - from wealth inequality to assisted suicide, contraception and homosexuality to celibacy and the role of women.
An enthralling collection of nonfiction essays on a myriad of topicsfrom art and artists to dreams, myths, and memoriesobserved in #1 New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaimans probing, amusing, and distinctive style.
The Address was delivered at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, on the afternoon of Thursday, November 19, 1863, during the American Civil War, four and a half months after the Union armies defeated those of the Confederacy at the decisive Battle of Gettysburg.
First published in 1896, "e;The Voice of a Great"e; contains a selection of the speeches, correspondence, and proclamations of the French military and political leader Napoleon Bonaparte, edited by Ida Tarbell.
First published in 1910, "e;Chosen Peoples"e; is a treatise by British author Israel Zangwill that explores the idea of the Jews as "e;chosen people"e;, exploring its origins, meaning, problems, criticisms, historical importance, and much more in a fascinating and in-depth study of the subject.
Nie wieder ist jetztThomas Mann war nicht unbedingt dafür bekannt, sich politisch eindeutig zu positionieren – bis die NSDAP bei den Reichstagswahlen im September 1930 mit knapp 20 Prozent der Stimmen zweitstärkste Kraft wurde.
Offering indispensable inspiration for wedding readings, this gorgeous compilation of writing on love and marriage is also the perfect gift for couples and wedding guests alike.
On October 13, 2016, it was announced that Bob Dylan had been awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature, recognizing his countless contributions to music and letters over the last fifty years.
This carefully crafted ebook: "e;A Cynic Looks at Life (Essays on the death penalty, emancipated women and more)"e; is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents.
In 'President's Inaugural Speeches: From Washington to Trump (1789-2017),' readers are offered a profound glimpse into the evolving landscape of American rhetoric and political commitment.
Contains Active Table of Contents (HTML)This book contains the complete novels of the Bronte Sisters:Jane Eyre by Charlotte BronteWuthering Heights by Emily BronteAgnes Grey by Anne BronteThe Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne BronteShirley by Charlotte BronteVillette by Charlotte BronteThe Professor by Charlotte Bronte
Contains Active Table of Contents (HTML) This book contains the complete novels of the Bronte Sisters: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte Agnes Grey by Anne Bronte The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Bronte Shirley by Charlotte Bronte Villette by Charlotte Bronte The Professor by Charlotte Bronte
- Fun guide that decodes language tricks used in everyday life- Packed with quotations from Caesar to Elizabeth 1 to Barack Obama- Illustrated throughout with cartoons and graphs- After reading you will never see the world the same way again
The first woman to be elected First Minister of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon's impact on the future of Scotland and the United Kingdom makes her words essential reading.