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In 1888 the University of Pennsylvania sponsored the first ever
American archaeological expedition to Mesopotamia, to Nippur, about
160 km south of Baghdad. Among the artefacts discovered were the
remains of over 100 inscribed bowls from the early centuries CE.
Some contain unidentifiable writing, but most carry spiral
inscriptions of exorcism texts in one of three Aramaic dialects and
scripts: that of the Babylonian Talmud, a Syriac dialect, and
Mandaic. This book, first published in 1913, contains
transcriptions and annotated translations of texts from forty of
the bowls, together with an inscription found on a human skull, and
41 illustrations. A substantial introduction sets the material in
the broader context of Hellenistic magic. The author traces the
bowl magic back to ancient Babylonian sorcery, and explores its
relations with cuneiform religious texts and Greek magical papyri,
emphasising its culturally eclectic character and the diversity of
its users.
This book focuses on early modern attitudes towards Scotland's
ancient past and looks in particular at the ways in which this past
was not only misunderstood, but also manipulated in attempts to
create a patriotic history for the nation. Alan Montgomery casts
light on a rarely discussed aspect of Scotland's historiography,
one which played a vital role in establishing early modern notions
of 'Scottishness' at a time when the country was coming to terms
with radical and traumatic changes to its position within Britain
and the wider world. 'Exploring the lives and writings of
antiquarians, poets, soldiers, pamphleteers and Enlightenment
thinkers, 'Classical Caledonia' uncovers the political, patriotic
and intellectual influences which fuelled this struggle to redefine
the character of a rapidly changing nation.
Opera Coaching: Professional Techniques for the Repetiteur, Second
Edition, is an update to the first practical guide for opera
coaches when working with opera singers to help them meet the
physical and vocal demands of a score in order to shape a
performance. Opera coaching remains a mystery to many musicians.
While an opera coach (or repetiteur) is principally tasked with
ensuring singers sing the right notes and words, the coach's
purview extends well beyond pitches and pronunciation. The opera
coach must have a full understanding of human physiognomy and the
human voice, as well as a knowledge of the many languages used in
Western vocal music and over four centuries of opera repertoire -
all to recognize what must happen for success when a singer steps
on stage. NEW to this second edition: New and updated chapters
throughout, featuring new discussions on large ensembles,
twenty-first-century demands, and more. Deeper investigation of the
styles of and problems posed by particular operas. Revised chapter
structure that allows for an expanded and progressive emphasis on
technical work. Modern singers have bemoaned the scarcity of good
vocal coaches and conductors - those who understand voices and
repertoire alike. Opera Coaching: Professional Techniques for the
Repetiteur, Second Edition, demystifies the role of the opera
coach, outlining the obstacles facing both the opera singer and the
coach who seeks to realize the performer's full potential.
Opera Coaching: Professional Techniques for the Repetiteur, Second
Edition, is an update to the first practical guide for opera
coaches when working with opera singers to help them meet the
physical and vocal demands of a score in order to shape a
performance. Opera coaching remains a mystery to many musicians.
While an opera coach (or repetiteur) is principally tasked with
ensuring singers sing the right notes and words, the coach's
purview extends well beyond pitches and pronunciation. The opera
coach must have a full understanding of human physiognomy and the
human voice, as well as a knowledge of the many languages used in
Western vocal music and over four centuries of opera repertoire -
all to recognize what must happen for success when a singer steps
on stage. NEW to this second edition: New and updated chapters
throughout, featuring new discussions on large ensembles,
twenty-first-century demands, and more. Deeper investigation of the
styles of and problems posed by particular operas. Revised chapter
structure that allows for an expanded and progressive emphasis on
technical work. Modern singers have bemoaned the scarcity of good
vocal coaches and conductors - those who understand voices and
repertoire alike. Opera Coaching: Professional Techniques for the
Repetiteur, Second Edition, demystifies the role of the opera
coach, outlining the obstacles facing both the opera singer and the
coach who seeks to realize the performer's full potential.
Explores early modern interpretations of Roman Scotland Examines an
important aspect of the development of Scottish identity, a subject
being brought to the fore again in recent debates surrounding
Scottish independence Offers an in-depth study of a largely
overlooked aspect of Scottish historiography Makes extensive use of
archival and manuscript material, much of it previously unpublished
Takes a broad, multidisciplinary approach Examines the influence of
the Scottish Enlightenment, James Macpherson's Ossianic poems and
the rise of Romanticism This book focuses on early modern attitudes
towards Scotland's ancient past and looks in particular at the ways
in which this past was not only misunderstood, but also manipulated
in attempts to create a patriotic history for the nation. Adding a
new perspective on the formation of Scotland's national identity,
the book documents a century-long, often heated debate regarding
the extent of Roman influence north of Hadrian's Wall. By exploring
the lives and writings of antiquarians, poets and Enlightenment
thinkers, it aims to uncover the political, patriotic and
intellectual influences which fuelled this debate. Classical
Caledonia will cast light on a rarely discussed aspect of
Scotland's historiography, one which played a vital role in
establishing early modern notions of 'Scottishness' at a time when
Scotland was coming to terms with radical and traumatic changes to
its position within Britain and the wider world.
At the end of Oliver Twist, Charles Dickens gives us information
about a few characters, but for the most part we have no idea what
happens afterward. In this novel, we find out how various people
change, mature, and meet new challenges in the New World. Jack is
forced to lose some of his street ways, and Oliver must face the
new challenges as an adult. The adventures and dangers they
confront in the new world help them realize two things. You cannot
just love someone, but you must show them you love them. The other
important thing they learn is that, no matter what your background,
what you become is not dictated by what you were.
This is a new release of the original 1935 edition.
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++++ Bibliography Of Morris Jastrow, Jr., PH. D., Professor Of
Semitic Languages In The University Of Pennsylvania, 1885-1910
Albert Tobias Clay, James Alan Montgomery Priv. print., 1910
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This Text Is Contained In Memoirs Of The American Philosophical
Society Held At Philadelphia For Promoting Useful Knowledge, V4
1935.
This Text Is Contained In Memoirs Of The American Philosophical
Society Held At Philadelphia For Promoting Useful Knowledge, V4
1935.
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone
This Text Is Contained In Memoirs Of The American Philosophical
Society Held At Philadelphia For Promoting Useful Knowledge, V4
1935.
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