James Keir Baxter was a poet and is a celebrated figure in New Zealand society. His writing drew upon Dylan Thomas and Yeats, and later MacNeice and Lowell. Michael Schmidt's critical study defines Baxter's 'Jacobean consonantal rhetoric' and calls him 'one of the most precocious poets of the century,' whose neglect outside of New Zealand is baffling. Schmidt identifies 'an amalgam of Hopkins, Thomas and native atavisms' in Baxter's work.
Tells the story of the author's 2700 kilometre ski up the entire length of Norway, followed by his 3100 kilometre kayak down the whole of Norway's coast. In this guide, the entire 6200 kilometres of the outdoor expedition has been split into 35 sections. Each section is around 200 kilometres, or a week's duration.
James K Baxter (1926-1972) is one of the twentieth-century's most remarkable poets, yet he has been too little regarded of outside his native New Zealand. This title gathers some of his most powerful and celebrated poems - political, lyrical and spiritual - with some of his more unexpected writings.
The book examines the decline of Western Christianity, including fundamentalism, amidst a rising trend of individuals identifying as spiritual but not religious. It critiques the persistent focus on themes of sin, judgment, and guilt in traditional churches, as well as the superficial feel-good messages from progressive congregations. This analysis highlights the disconnect between contemporary spiritual needs and the messages being preached, suggesting that these outdated approaches contribute to the failure of Western Christianity.
Exploring the profound influence of Samuel Beckett on American literature, this work delves into how his themes, narrative techniques, and existential inquiries have shaped contemporary American fiction. It examines the connections between Beckett's innovative style and the works of various American authors, highlighting the interplay of absurdity, isolation, and the human condition. Through critical analysis, the book reveals the lasting impact of Beckett's legacy on both established and emerging writers in the United States.
The poems in The Tree House are light and easy read-alouds for classrooms or with toddlers-on-the-couch. James K Baxter wrote these poems when he was teaching in Lower Hutt in the 1950s. Successful in the classroom, they have been regularly reprinted in anthologies and collections and remain popular for their accessible rhythms, humour, and quintessentially New Zealand settings. This new gift edition of Baxter's poems is illustrated by Kieran Rynhart in dramatic spreads and beautifully drawn details.
Guidebook on Scandinavians most spectacular mountain region with maps, photos and description of various walks, scrambles climbs and ski tours.
Tato monografie, plná kvalitních fotografií a technických detailů, je především určena obdivovatelům vojenské techniky, sběratelům a modelářům.
