John Haines delves into the profound depths of nature and the human spirit within his poetry. His verses, often inspired by the rugged Alaskan landscape, explore themes of solitude, survival, and transcendence. Haines's style is marked by its economy of language and powerful visual imagery, drawing readers into his keen observations of the world. His work offers a meditative gaze upon the relationship between humanity and the natural world, seeking meaning in silence and isolation.
The book delves into the intersection of music and medieval-themed films spanning over a century. It examines the tension between authentic medieval music evidence and the cinematic music tradition, highlighting how filmmakers adapt historical soundscapes to fit modern storytelling. By analyzing approximately five hundred films, it reveals the complexities of representing the Middle Ages through music, offering insights into both historical accuracy and creative interpretation in cinema.
Never Leaving Laramie takes readers from a small university town in Wyoming into the human and natural landscapes of remote and dangerous areas in the world. John Haines bicycles across Tibet and kayaks the length of West Africa's Niger River. He rides the Trans-Siberian train across the former Soviet Union and survives a traumatic train accident in the Czech Republic. For two decades, the author lived a restless life exploring pockets of the world in transition, always finding a route back to Laramie, the home that shaped him--a place he loved but needed to leave, and in the end never left.
The Changing Identity of Medieval Music
The exploration of troubadour and trouvere music reveals its evolving interpretations throughout history. It delves into the cultural and social contexts that influenced these musical forms, highlighting how their meanings have shifted over time. Through detailed analysis, the book uncovers the intricate connections between music, poetry, and the historical events that shaped the lives of these medieval composers. This study offers insights into the artistry and legacy of troubadour and trouvere traditions.
In this wilderness classic, the quintessential Alaskan frontiersman relates his experiences from over twenty years as a hoemsteader. As New York Newsday has said of his work, If Alaska had not existed, Haines might well have invented it.''
An anthology of Alaskan writing features Native Alaskan legends and tales and the works of authors from Robert W. Service and Jack London to contemporary writers