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Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) was een Amerikaanse dichter, schrijver van korte verhalen, romanschrijver, literair criticus, toneelschrijver en uitgever. Hij was een toonaangevend figuur uit de Amerikaanse romantiek. Poe is vooral bekend om zijn poëzie en korte verhalen, met name die over het mysterieuze en het macabere. Met zijn drie verhalen over C. Auguste Dupin wordt hij ook beschouwd als de uitvinder van de detectiveroman. Zijn werk is een voorafschaduwing van de genres horror, sciencefiction en fantasy.

We Might Just Make It After All brings us on the rollercoaster of adventures (and misadventures) that the best friends embarked on, from transferring colleges on a whim, to falling in and out of love with suitors, cramming into roach-infested Hell’s Kitchen apartments, and eventually designing the chic, simple bag that would launch the pair to global fame. Through it all, Katy and Elyce’s friendship remained unshakeable.

Douglas Adams, the legendary author of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy and Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency is one of the most beloved authors of all time. Twenty-five years after his death, his books continue to be read by new generations and his creations along with his ultimate answer to life, the universe, and everything being “42”, have seeped deep into public consciousness.

Marking the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth, What Matters in Jane Austen? solves the mysteries of Austen’s fictional world. Jane Austen’s novels have been a staple of the English canon since the nineteenth century. Yet critics of the time did not appreciate the true complexity of her work. Nothing, John Mullan argues, is accidental or coincidental in Austen. As Austen herself said, she wrote for readers who have "a great deal of ingenuity themselves."

The Oxford Handbook of George Orwell offers a wide-ranging reconsideration of Orwell's life and work, focusing on the extensive connections between his novels, essays, diaries, columns, letters, and reviews. Sections on Orwell's professional activities, his main literary influences, his politics, his intellectual fixations, his literary contemporaries, and his legacies structure the book, which moves thematically and topically through the full scope of his output.

Make It Ours is at once a remarkable biography of a singular creative force and a powerful meditation on fashion and race, taste and exclusivity, genius and luxury. With access to Abloh’s family, friends, collaborators, and contemporaries, and featuring a cast of fascinating characters ranging from visionary Black designers like Ozwald Boateng to Abloh’s mercurial but critical employer and mentor Kanye West, Givhan weaves a spellbinding tale of a young man’s rise amid a cultural moment that would upend a century’s worth of ideas about luxury and taste.

In a world overflowing with information, few manage to craft ideas into books that truly stand out from the noise. Transform Ideas into Books is a bold, tactical, and convenient guide for aspiring and seasoned authors who are ready to rise above the amateur writing grind and enter the elite ranks of modern authorpreneurs. What sets this book apart is its focus on practical strategies, modern tools, and a long-term approach to authorship. Structured into four strategic parts, this book offers more than just inspiration—it delivers a blueprint. From uncovering the genesis of powerful book ...

Tauchen Sie ein in die faszinierende Welt der Renaissance mit Die Lebensgeschichte von Raffael, meisterhaft erzählt von Alexandre Dumas. Dumas' Erzählkunst lässt die prachtvolle Ära der Renaissance wieder aufleben und entführt den Hörer in die Zeit, in der Kunst und Kultur in Florenz und Rom ihre Blütezeit erlebten. Erleben Sie die Höhen und Tiefen von Raffaels Leben und Karriere, seine bedeutendsten Werke und seinen Einfluss auf die Kunstgeschichte.

Compelling story of the poet John Donne and Anne More’s clandestine courtship, secret marriage and the ensuing consequences of their having broken the conventions of that time. Anne More (born 1584) was a woman ahead of her time who refused to be restricted by the then Laws and conventions relating to marriage. Her father was a wealthy land-owner and member of Parliament and Anne was brought up by his sister, Lady Egerton (the Lord Keeper’s wife) at York House in London. It was at York House where Anne and John conducted their secret love affair, both knowing that John’s meagre ...

In his latest memoir, Colantonio is compelled to reveal facets of his life that have caused him joy and anguish. Discovering that bias, prejudice and intimidation continue on into adulthood, he pours his heart and soul into this work. Undaunted by naysayers who have tried to impede his enthusiasm, he proved them wrong by continuing to improve himself. Working full-time and going to college part-time he got his degree in Mass Communications from Columbia College of Chicago. After graduating, he went on to attain broadcasting positions with many Chicago area radio stations. His career in ...

In questo memoir, Vincenzo Montella compie un'esplorazione profonda della propria esistenza, intrecciando ricordi, relazioni e intenzioni. Attraverso immagini ereditate dalla sua famiglia e create grazie a una ricerca artistica personale, Montella racconta la sua vita e le connessioni significative con artisti di tutto il mondo. Questo viaggio attraverso la memoria e l'arte offre una visione unica e affascinante del suo percorso, invitando il lettore a scoprire la bellezza e la complessità delle esperienze umane. Note biografiche: • Nato a Benevento il 14/7/1952.

I wrote this book in an effort to help creative souls who feel directionless and lost like I had been, and to provide hope through the stories of my life. To help them in ways teachers and authorities in their lives may have failed them. And to see their value in the world, regardless of their circumstances, and in business, in the markets in which they’ll trade in.

These days, technology has made it easier than ever for aspiring authors to self-publish their work, whether it’s a novel, a collection of poems, a memoir, a series or a non-fiction book based on their experience and expertise. However, here is a note of caution to aspiring authors: it is even easier to make mistakes that could make your book a failure and cost you lots of money. The fact is that although technology and the internet access have somewhat levelled the playing field for aspiring authors, this does not eliminate the need for a strategic plan, in-depth knowledge of your ...

¿Sabía usted que Jules Verne estaba destinado a ser abogado y no escritor, según el dictamen de su padre? ¿Sabía también que se han tejido falsas historias alrededor del escritor como por ejemplo la de un supuesto escape en un barco cuando era aún niño? ¿Sabía que el exitoso novelista fue en sus tiempos de juventud un fracasado en el amor? ¿Sabía de igual modo que se le señala injustamente de tener aversión por las mujeres? Pues bien, en esta biografía se abordan estos y muchos más temas que tocan de cerca la lista de sus amantes y detalles del por qué algunos de sus ...

Step into the extraordinary world of Lady Gaga, one of the most iconic, bold, and influential artists of our time. This book is a celebration of her unparalleled artistry, fearless individuality, and relentless pursuit of greatness. Whether you are a devoted fan or just curious about the star behind the glitter, this book offers a captivating journey through her life and career. Inside, you’ll find: Many of her most memorable quotes on fame, love, creativity, and self-empowerment. Intriguing trivia that reveals the real stories behind the headlines. Answers to the most frequently asked ...

This book explores the world of three American expatriate writers in the Europe of the 1920's and 30's.

Claire McCardell shattered cultural norms around women’s clothes, and today much of what we wear traces back to her ingenious, rebellious mind. McCardell invented ballet flats and mix-and-match separates, and she introduced wrap dresses, hoodies, leggings, denim, and more into womenswear. She tossed out corsets in favor of a comfortably elegant look and insisted on pockets, even as male designers didn’t see a need for them. Filled with personal drama and industry secrets, this story reveals how Claire McCardell built an empire at a time when women rarely made the upper echelons of business.

An insightful exploration that unveils the lesser-known dimensions of this legendary writer and her legacy, revealing the cultural icon’s profound impact as a visionary editor who helped define an important period in American publishing and literature.

In Artists, Siblings, Visionaries, acclaimed biographer Judith Mackrell turns her attention to British brother and sister artists Gwen and Augustus John. In many ways they were polar opposites. But as this vivid and insightful account of their lives shows, they were also remarkably alike, sharing a striving for escape, a commitment to their work and a profound if sometimes exasperating kinship throughout the course of their adult lives.

Opowieść o Januszu Przymanowskim, który „Rudym 102" zawojował całą Polskę Czy jest choć jeden dorosły Polak, który nie słuchał serialu „Czterej pancerni i pies"? Podczas emisji w peerelowskiej TVP każdego z odcinków wyludniały się ulice i podwórka. Ten popularny cykl zatrzymywał przed ekranami wiele pokoleń, a jego popularność trwa do dzisiaj. Sama książka Janusza Przymanowskiego to także fenomen, i to nie tylko w sensie literackim, ale socjologicznym i kulturowym. Skąd sukces opowieści, w której można znaleźć sporo naiwności, wręcz komiksowych uproszczeń?