Percy Shelley
ISBN: 9781604134476 / Angielski / Twarda / 240 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Percy Shelley left an indelible mark on English romantic poetry with his enduring works, including "Ozymandias," "To a Skylark," and "Ode to the West Wind." Esteemed scholar Harold Bloom states that Shelley, though at heart a skeptic and not a Platonic visionary, nevertheless broke through to a Gnostic vision of his own. His evolving critical reputation is presented here, from the commentary of those who knew him to the assessments of succeeding generations of critics and readers. These critical essays are enhanced by a chronology of Shelley's life, an index of the volume, and an... Percy Shelley left an indelible mark on English romantic poetry with his enduring works, including "Ozymandias," "To a Skylark," and "Ode to the We... |
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COLONIALISM
ISBN: 9781604132175 / Angielski / Twarda / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. From the daring adventurers sailing across the Atlantic in search of the riches of the East to the first wave of European settlers on America's shores, colonialism played a major role in the formation of our modern-day country. Colonialism covers the nine key concepts of colonialism: colonies, economics and trade, European nations, explorers and conquerors, government, Native Americans, people and society, religion, and wars and battles. With an in-depth explanation of the history of colonization, beginning with early world exploration, readers will learn about the most important figures,...
From the daring adventurers sailing across the Atlantic in search of the riches of the East to the first wave of European settlers on America's shores...
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INDUSTRIALISM
ISBN: 9781604132229 / Angielski / Twarda Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. During the 19th century, the U.S. economy and life in America underwent dramatic changes as transportation, factories, and new, convenient inventions were developed for the public, indelibly changing the way Americans worked and purchased goods. Covering the growth of manufacturing and technology, Industrialism discusses industrialism and its contributions to the United States and provides in-depth information on the rise of unions, labor regulations, and the industrialists and businessmen who have shaped modern industry in the United States.
During the 19th century, the U.S. economy and life in America underwent dramatic changes as transportation, factories, and new, convenient inventions ...
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Abolitionism
ISBN: 9781604132205 / Angielski / Twarda / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. From John Adams to the women who supported abolition, this volume provides a comprehensive history of the abolitionist movement. Beginning with a historical explanation of the African slave trade and its role in American history, Abolitionism explores every important person, event, and issue that helped push the North and South closer to the Civil War. This book also includes colorful sidebars featuring primary resource documents like the Gettysburg Address and narratives from Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin.
From John Adams to the women who supported abolition, this volume provides a comprehensive history of the abolitionist movement. Beginning with a hist...
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NATIONALISM
ISBN: 9781604132199 / Angielski / Twarda / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. When the U.S. Constitution was first created and signed, America was a small country with a tiny population. As the country expanded to the South and the West, citizens became more loyal to their state or region and not to the overall nation. This book explores the concept of nationalism, the conditions in the United States that encouraged its growth, and the struggle to preserve the Union despite cultural and political differences within the country. Important elements of nationalism discussed in this book include political parties and elections; policies and programs; people and society;...
When the U.S. Constitution was first created and signed, America was a small country with a tiny population. As the country expanded to the South and ...
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The Sublime
ISBN: 9781604134438 / Angielski / Twarda / 296 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The sublime in literature is described as the sense of awe that is evoked in the presence of nature or great works of art. In this engaging new volume, the role of the sublime is discussed in Emma, "Ode to the West Wind," Song of Myself, and many other works. The sublime in literature is described as the sense of awe that is evoked in the presence of nature or great works of art. In this engaging new vol... |
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PROGRESSIVISM
ISBN: 9781604132236 / Angielski / Twarda / 128 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Progressivism gives students all the background they need on this theme in American history, tracking the beginnings of the ideal through its present-day incarnation.
Progressivism gives students all the background they need on this theme in American history, tracking the beginnings of the ideal through its present-...
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The Trickster
ISBN: 9781604134452 / Angielski / Twarda / 253 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The trickster, whether in the form of a benign practical joker or an evil charlatan, has been a popular literary character for centuries. This volume examines the role of the trickster in works such as The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Hamlet, Love Medicine, and many other works frequently studied by high school students. The trickster, whether in the form of a benign practical joker or an evil charlatan, has been a popular literary character for centuries. This volu... |
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Enslavement and Emancipation
ISBN: 9781604134414 / Angielski / Twarda / 288 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This title examines the theme of enslavement and emancipation in Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl, One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich, and many other notable works. This title examines the theme of enslavement and emancipation in Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl, One Day in ... |
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Sin and Redemption
ISBN: 9781604134469 / Angielski / Twarda / 324 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Discusses the role of sin and redemption in King Lear, Paradise Lost, The Scarlet Letter, and other works. Featuring original essays and excerpts, this book is part of the Bloom's Literary Themes series that gives students insight into the title's subject theme.
Discusses the role of sin and redemption in King Lear, Paradise Lost, The Scarlet Letter, and other works. Featuring original essays and excerpts, thi...
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Franz Kafka
ISBN: 9781604138061 / Angielski / Twarda Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Franz Kafka's visionary fiction offers an unforgettable rendering of the anxiety and alienation prevalent in 20th-century Western society. The Trial and The Metamorphosis are among the works discussed in this new collection of contemporary critical commentary on the author. This new offering from Bloom's Modern Critical Views includes an introductory essay from esteemed scholar Harold Bloom, a bibliography, a chronology of the author's life, and an index for quick reference. Franz Kafka's visionary fiction offers an unforgettable rendering of the anxiety and alienation prevalent in 20th-century Western society. The Tria... |
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Thomas Hardy
ISBN: 9781604138078 / Angielski / Twarda Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A prolific novelist and poet, Thomas Hardy bridged the late Victorian period and the early modern age. He is best known for his novels of tragic intensity, works that have become the staple of high school and college literature courses: Tess of the d'Urbervilles, Jude the Obscure, The Mayor of Casterbridge, Far from the Madding Crowd, and The Return of the Native. Students of literature will find a new selection of critical essays focusing on Hardy and his works, complete with an introduction from master scholar Harold Bloom, a bibliography, a chronology of Hardy's life, and an index for... A prolific novelist and poet, Thomas Hardy bridged the late Victorian period and the early modern age. He is best known for his novels of tragic in... |
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African-American Poets, Volume 2: 1950s to the Present
ISBN: 9781604138108 / Angielski / Twarda / 344 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This volume examines contemporary African-American poets from Robert Hayden to Rita Dove to the new voices establishing themselves at the beginning of the 21st century. This new edition offers a selection of contemporary critical commentary on this proud and enduring poetic tradition and features an introductory essay by literary scholar Harold Bloom, an index for quick reference, a bibliography, and a chronology. This volume examines contemporary African-American poets from Robert Hayden to Rita Dove to the new voices establishing themselves at the beginning... |
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U.S.-Mexican War : Revised Edition
ISBN: 9780816081950 / Angielski / Twarda / 192 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Chronicles the causes and events of the Mexican War, from Mexico's struggle for recognition as an independent country to the war's end in 1848.
Chronicles the causes and events of the Mexican War, from Mexico's struggle for recognition as an independent country to the war's end in 1848.
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Egyptian Mythology A to Z
ISBN: 9781604139266 / Angielski / Twarda / 216 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Egypt's myths are among the earliest in the ancient world. From the legend of Osiris and Isis to the Book of the Dead, Egyptian Mythology A to Z, Third Edition brings to life the fascinating world of Egyptian mythology and religious beliefs for young readers. Included is coverage of topics such as pyramids, the cult of the king, human sacrifice, and the many gods and legendary figures that make up Egyptian mythology. With its focus on Egyptian gods and goddesses and the relationship between Egyptian myths and the later Greek and Roman mythology, this title is a useful reference for students...
Egypt's myths are among the earliest in the ancient world. From the legend of Osiris and Isis to the Book of the Dead, Egyptian Mythology A to Z, Thir...
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Revolutionary War
ISBN: 9780816081967 / Angielski / Twarda / 232 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A narrative account of the American Revolution, covering the origins of disputes with Britain, profiles of the key figures, and descriptions of major battles.
A narrative account of the American Revolution, covering the origins of disputes with Britain, profiles of the key figures, and descriptions of major ...
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Afghanistan War
ISBN: 9780816081196 / Angielski / Twarda / 958 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This volume discusses the history, cultural background, and events of 9/11 that led to the Afghanistan war.
This volume discusses the history, cultural background, and events of 9/11 that led to the Afghanistan war.
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World War II
ISBN: 9780816081851 / Angielski / Twarda / 256 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book presents the story of America's war in Europe and in the Pacific, from Pearl Harbor to the Normandy invasion to the Japanese surrender aboard the USS Missouri.
This book presents the story of America's war in Europe and in the Pacific, from Pearl Harbor to the Normandy invasion to the Japanese surrender aboar...
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Korean War
ISBN: 9780816081868 / Angielski / Twarda / 184 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book examines the background, causes, and outcome of the Korean War.
This book examines the background, causes, and outcome of the Korean War.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream - William Shakespeare
ISBN: 9781604138177 / Angielski / Twarda Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Shakespeare imbued A Midsummer Night's Dream with extraordinary complexity. This ethereal fantasy involves four different levels of representation, which intermingle but never wholly fuse. This reference presents a selection of the best contemporary criticism of one of Shakespeare's greatest plays. It also features a bibliography, and an index.
Shakespeare imbued A Midsummer Night's Dream with extraordinary complexity. This ethereal fantasy involves four different levels of representation, wh...
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