Exploring the significance of language, this book delves into how definitions shape our understanding of concepts and influence communication. It examines the power of words in various contexts, illustrating how nuanced meanings can affect perceptions, relationships, and societal norms. Through engaging examples and thought-provoking insights, the author invites readers to reflect on the importance of precise language and its impact on thought and behavior.
Focusing on the origins and practices of yoga, this concise introduction is tailored for non-specialists, particularly students in yoga teacher training courses. Dr. Matthew Clark draws on his extensive experience giving talks worldwide to present essential topics in yoga philosophy. This revised edition includes valuable insights and minor corrections suggested by knowledgeable peers, while also referencing useful publications in the bibliography. The book serves as a handy resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of yoga's historical context and foundational principles.
A Weeny Introduction
Focusing on the Kumbh Mela, the world's largest festival held in India every three years, this booklet offers a concise introduction to its rich history and mythology. Originally an appendix to a study on a specific sect of Indian sadhus, it has been reprinted for easier access. Although slightly outdated, as it references limited recent publications, it remains a valuable resource for understanding this significant cultural event.
Exploring the intricate relationship between character and plot, this book presents a framework for understanding narrative geometry as it relates to different manifestations of the self. The first part delves into philosophical narratives, analyzing works by authors like Hegel and Freud to illustrate complex self-concepts. The second part employs Case Grammar to examine various roles of the self in literature, using examples like The Waves and The Great Gatsby. The analysis culminates in a detailed study of Hartley's The Go-Between, advancing a nuanced understanding of self beyond traditional binaries.
Exploring the art of fiction writing, Matthew Clark analyzes the complex interplay of narration techniques that authors use to shape readers' experiences. Drawing on a rich tapestry of literary history, from ancient epics to modern classics, he demystifies narrative strategies employed by writers like Austen and Dickens. By examining how perception, cognition, and emotion intertwine in storytelling, the book encourages deeper engagement with texts, revealing nuances that enhance the reading experience beyond initial impressions.
Engaging children's creativity, this coloring book offers 36 detailed pages featuring popular dog breeds in outdoor scenes, each accompanied by fun facts about their history and origins. Officially licensed by the American Kennel Club, it includes full-color photo stickers for each breed to enhance the coloring experience. Additionally, a photo gallery provides more interesting dog facts and care tips, making it both entertaining and educational for young dog lovers.
Focusing on Homeric composition, this work introduces a new theory that examines enjambment and its role in poetic structure. Matthew Clark distinguishes between 'deep-structure' and 'surface-structure' analyses, exploring word associations prior to metrical form and their specific usage in context. By integrating formulaic and metrical analysis, the book expands the understanding of Homeric meter, considering larger compositional elements like entire scenes. It serves as a significant resource for students and scholars interested in Homer, epic poetry, and oral literature.
On the Synthetic, Mimetic, and Thematic Aspects of Narrative
The book features a dynamic scholarly exchange between Matthew Clark and James Phelan, focusing on the synthetic, mimetic, and thematic dimensions of narrative. Clark offers constructive critiques of Phelan's theories, who responds by defending his positions. Their debate is enriched by analyses of a diverse range of narratives, from classics like Homer's Iliad to modern works such as Toni Morrison's Beloved. This dialogue not only explores narrative theory but also illustrates the practical application of these concepts across various literary texts.
Popular radio host Jordan Sekulow believes that his generation has seen the conservative agenda he voted for die by a thousand cuts, and in THE AMERICA YOU DESERVE, he presents an action plan for young Conservatives to spark change in the government.
"Heroic. Iconic. Unstoppable. Armed with her Lasso of Truth and imbued with the power of the gods themselves, Princess Diana of Themyscira-- known to the world as Wonder Woman-- is one of the greatest superheroes in history. But who is she ... really? Not even Wonder Woman herself knows for sure. Diana's links to both the Amazons and the Gods of Olympus have been severed. Her memories are a tangle of contradictions that even her lie-detecting lasso cannot untangle. To solve the riddle of her origin, she must embark on her greatest quest of all-- finding a way back to her vanished home. To get there, she must team up with her greatest enemy, the feral beast-woman, Cheetah. Will this unlikely alliance shine the light of truth on Diana's darkest secrets, or bury them-- and her-- forever?"--
