This author writes with a heartfelt enthusiasm, stemming from a deep love for family and the festive spirit of Christmas. Their literary ambition is driven by a desire to create stories they would have cherished as a child. They aim to provide hours of entertainment for readers of all ages with their work. The writing process itself is a source of great enjoyment, with a hopeful vision for their stories to one day be adapted for the screen.
Featuring a blend of parody and tragedy, this collection presents a series of humorous and unconventional tales that challenge literary norms. The stories playfully subvert expectations, offering a fresh perspective on storytelling while engaging with both fictional and literary conventions. With a unique approach, they invite readers to reconsider the boundaries of narrative and genre.
The world faces an environmental crisis unprecedented in human history. Carbon dioxide levels have reached heights not seen for three million years, and the greatest mass extinction since the time of the dinosaurs appears to be underway. Such far-reaching changes suggest something the beginning of a new geological epoch. It has been called the Anthropocene. The Birth of the Anthropocene shows how this epochal transformation puts the deep history of the planet at the heart of contemporary environmental politics. By opening a window onto geological time, the idea of the Anthropocene changes our understanding of present-day environmental destruction and injustice. Linking new developments in earth science to the insights of world historians, Jeremy Davies shows that as the Anthropocene epoch begins, politics and geology have become inextricably entwined.
Exploring the interplay between physical pain and Romantic literature, this study delves into the era's poetry, philosophy, and medical discourse. It traces the evolution of pain's significance from eighteenth-century medical debates to the advent of surgical anesthesia in 1846. Key figures like Jeremy Bentham and Adam Smith are examined, revealing how pain influenced their thoughts and broader discussions on politics, ethics, and identity. By integrating insights from the medical humanities, the book provides a novel perspective on the cultural implications of bodily hurt during the Romantic period.
A wise and practical guide to preaching in the Anglican tradition, illustrated with examples, that will inspire confidence and hone skills. It explores key aspects of preaching including: the importance of Scripture, the use of story, preaching at rites of passage, preaching through the liturgical year, and engagement with the wider world.
This guide gives advice on where and what to buy, options to consider and pitfalls to avoid. The author looks at all the legal and financial implications of buying property in countries such as France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Florida.