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Michael Ryan

    February 14, 1951

    Michael Ryan is celebrated for his profound exploration of the human condition through both poetry and prose. His work is characterized by its insightful examination of life's complexities, often delving into themes of identity, memory, and the search for meaning. As a distinguished educator, he has significantly contributed to the literary arts, shaping emerging writers and leaving an indelible mark on the literary landscape.

    New and Selected Poems
    An Introduction to Criticism
    My Life in the IRA
    The Dirtiest Toilet Humor Book Ever
    The Chester Beatty Library
    Leonardo da Vinci : the Codex Leicester
    • 2023

      Trump's Sercet Shadows

      • 114 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Delving into the complexities of political power, this investigative work uncovers the hidden influences and strategies surrounding Donald Trump's presidency. It explores the intertwining of personal ambition and national interests, revealing the shadowy figures and events that shaped his administration. Through meticulous research, the author examines the implications of these forces on democracy and governance, providing readers with a critical perspective on contemporary political dynamics.

      Trump's Sercet Shadows
    • 2022

      This comprehensive guide explores various contemporary approaches to literary analysis, including Stylistics, Historicism, Post-humanism, and New Materialism. It also delves into Media Studies and Screen Studies, making it a valuable resource for understanding diverse literary theories and their applications. The accessible format ensures that readers can engage with complex concepts effectively, making it suitable for both students and enthusiasts of literature.

      A Complete Guide to Literary Analysis and Theory
    • 2020

      The Genetics of Political Behavior

      How Evolutionary Psychology Explains Ideology

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Exploring the intersection of neuroscience, genetics, and evolutionary psychology, the author presents a provocative argument that leftists and rightists represent biologically distinct branches of humanity. These differences, according to the author, emerged at various points in human evolution, suggesting a deeper biological basis for political ideologies. This thought-provoking analysis invites readers to reconsider the origins and implications of political beliefs through a scientific lens.

      The Genetics of Political Behavior
    • 2020
    • 2020

      Trans Lives in a Globalizing World

      • 238 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      This volume seeks to explore contemporary trans lives in a world that is both global and increasingly globalizing, examining the nuances of the rights, identities, and politics that make up the varied spectrum of what has come to be included under the largely Western imposed label of trans. Trans identities and rights have become increasingly prominent in the social imagination in recent years, and in a growing number of locales have also become hot button political issues. As trans individuals are demanding, and gaining, their rights, these debates are bringing issues of trans lives to the forefront of politics and into social discussions in nearly every country in the world today. In a series of essays covering the key themes of Identities, Rights, and Politics, this interdisciplinary collection presents an international range of topics spanning human rights and asylum seekers, to the Hijras of South Asia, and gender-affirming surgeries, all placing trans lives in a global(ized) context

      Trans Lives in a Globalizing World
    • 2019

      Only In Tokyo

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      A compelling and rare window on this exciting food city through the lens of chefs and Japanophiles Michael Ryan and Luke Burgess.

      Only In Tokyo
    • 2019

      Marxism and Deconstruction

      • 258 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Marxism and Deconstruction is an innovative and controversial contribution to the fields of literary criticism, philosophy, and political science.

      Marxism and Deconstruction