Jane Taylor was an English poet and novelist, perhaps best known for penning the lyrics to the beloved children's song "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star." Her writing often captured a sense of wonder and a delicate appreciation for the world's simple beauties, making her work accessible and enduring.
Fourth Edition.
The book offers a reprint of a classic work first published in 1841, preserving its historical context and original content. It provides readers with a glimpse into the themes and perspectives of that era, allowing for a deeper understanding of the time period's literary landscape. This edition aims to celebrate the significance of the work and its contributions to literature.
Jane Taylor was a gifted writer and poet whose works continue to inspire readers today. This collection of her memoirs, correspondence, and poetry is a testament to her creativity and her commitment to social justice and equality.
As the world approaches a new century, and many people anticipate the great advances of modernity, Cambridge University sits mired in the traditions of the past. Here, the university Proctors still operate as a private police force, aggressively acting to protect the undergraduates in their charge from the women of the town. They make good use of the euphemistically named Spinning House to confine any women they consider likely to corrupt the morals of the university, though the town's infamous house of correction has a brutal reputation, where inmates reputedly die from the cold and lack of care. As a new set of Proctors unleash a wave of terror on the young women of Cambridge, three of them, Rose Whittle, Hope Basset and Aurelia Travers, struggle to make their way in a world dominated by men, while campaigning newspaper, the Mercury, fights for the town to retake charge of the streets, and the right of women to go about their business without fear of arrest and incarceration. In The Spinning House Affair Jane Taylor eloquently brings to life the historic struggle of women in the 19th century, and highlights that the fight of women today is a continuation of the struggles of the past.
biographical and literary, of the Taylor family of Ongar - Vol. 1
This volume offers a rich collection of biographical and literary memorials dedicated to the Taylor family from Ongar, showcasing their contributions and significance in history. As a high-quality reprint of the original 1867 edition, it preserves the historical context and insights into the family's life and works, making it a valuable resource for those interested in literary heritage and family histories.
South African artist William Kentridge's drawings, films, books, installations, and collaborations with opera and theater companies have established him as a world-class star in contemporary art, media, and theater. In 2010, and again in 2013, he staged Dmitri Shostakovich's The Nose at the Metropolitan Opera; after the premiere, the New York Times noted that Kentridge, who directed this production, helped design the sets and created the videos that animate the staging, received the heartiest bravos. In this book, Jane Taylor, Kentridge's friend and frequent collaborator, invites us to take an extraordinary behind-the-scenes look at his work for the show. Kentridge has long been admired for his unconventional use of conventional media to produce art that is stunning, evocative, and narratively powerful-- and how he works is as important as what he creates. This book is more than just a simple record of The Nose. The opera serves as a springboard into a bracing conversation about how Kentridge's methods serve his unique mode of expression as a narrative and political artist. Taylor draws on his etchings, sculptures, and drawings to render visible the communication that occurs between his mind and hand as he thinks through the activity of making. Beautifully illustrated in color, William Kentridge offers striking insights about one of the most innovative artists of our present moment.
Culturally significant, this work has been carefully reproduced from its original artifact, preserving its authenticity and historical value. It includes original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its importance in the knowledge base of civilization. The reproduction aims to maintain fidelity to the original text, making it a valuable resource for scholars and readers interested in historical literature.