Richard Power was an Irish writer whose works delve into profound human emotions and the complexities of Irish identity. Though an English speaker, he was a great champion of the Irish language and its culture. His creative output spanned prose, poetry, and scriptwriting, all imbued with a distinctive voice that captured the unique spirit of Ireland. Power's literary endeavors often reflected a deep understanding of human nature and societal dynamics.
Exploring the complexities of relationships, this book delves into the unique challenges faced by individuals with unconventional desires during breakups. It highlights the emotional struggles and societal perceptions that come with being part of a marginalized community. The narrative offers a candid and humorous perspective on love, loss, and the search for connection in a world that often misunderstands.
An accomplished novelist, short story writer, and playwright, Richard Power (1928–1970) was most well–known for his 1969 novel The Hungry Grass. While many of his stories were published in the leading literary journals of the day, his premature death prevented his work from gaining the fame it deserved. Gathered together for the first time, Power’s subtle and poignant stories capture the daily lives of urban and rural dwellers in Ireland at the turn of the twentieth century. Coming of age, the tensions between tradition and modernity, and romantic love are some of the themes in these beautifully vivid tales. Power explores the interiority of an Irish mother and the thorny navigation of an adolescent girl's coming of age with pathos and humor. This memorable collection, thoughtfully arranged and introduced by James MacKillop, gives new life to an undeservedly neglected writer for fans and scholars of the Irish short story tradition.
A quiet, engaging novel about the death of a priest in 1950s Ireland and a world on the cusp of change.
Overcoming Fear, Greed & Ignorance in This Era of Global Crisis
The book presents a critical examination of the pressing global challenges facing humanity in the 21st century, including genocide, climate change, and sustainability issues. It argues that the most significant threat is not these crises themselves, but the denial fueled by fear, greed, and ignorance. Offering a unique, right-brained perspective, it aims to inspire readers to confront these challenges head-on and seek innovative solutions. The analysis encourages a shift in thinking to navigate the complexities of our interconnected world effectively.
The Lost Teachings of Lama Govinda offers a precious glimpse into the consciousness of an extraordinary scholar and mystic, shedding new light on Govinda's legendary role as both a pioneer and a prophet. Born in Germany, Lama Govinda was one of the first Westerners to introduce Tibetan Buddhism as an initiate in the tradition. His famed works, The Way of the White Clouds and Foundations of Tibetan Buddhism , live on as some of the best in the field. In this collection of essays and dialogues, Govinda delivers insights that are both timely and timeless. Ranging in issues and themes, including transpersonal psychology, drugs and meditation, Christianity, Theravada and Zen Buddhism, and the I Ching, editor Richard Power brings together Lama Govinda's rarest material--some never before published, some long out of circulation.