Clear and concise introduction to an increasingly essential part of literary studies Offers a strong historical and theoretical grounding backed up with examples which will be familiar to students Brand new chapters look at highly contemporary and relevant literary and cultural debates which are of great interest to students Features such as a glossary and further reading support students approaching the area for the first time, and looking for extra materials

Clear and concise introduction to an increasingly essential part of literary studies Offers a strong historical and theoretical grounding backed up with examples which will be familiar to students Brand new chapters look at highly contemporary and relevant literary and cultural debates which are of great interest to students Features such as a glossary and further reading support students approaching the area for the first time, and looking for extra materials

The twelve essays in this edited collection examine the experience of reading, from the late medieval period to the twentieth century. Central to the theme of the book is the role of materiality: how the physical object - book, manuscript, libretto - affects the experience of the person reading it.

The twelve essays in this edited collection examine the experience of reading, from the late medieval period to the twentieth century. Central to the theme of the book is the role of materiality: how the physical object - book, manuscript, libretto - affects the experience of the person reading it.

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Routledge Critical Thinkers

Roland Barthes is a central figure in the study of language, literature, culture and the media. This book prepares readers for their first encounter with his crucial writings on some of the most important theoretical debates, including:
*existentialism and Marxism
*semiology, or the 'language of signs'
*structuralism and narrative analysis
*post-structuralism, deconstruction and 'the death of the author'
*theories of the text and intertextuality.
Tracing his engagement with other key thinkers such as Sartre, Saussure, Derrida and Kristeva, this volume offers a clear picture of Barthes work in-context. The in-depth understanding of Barthes offered by this guide is essential to anyone reading contemporary critical theory.

Graham Allen, a U.S. Army veteran and a rising star in the conservative movement, makes the case that the United States should look to the country as it was on September 12th, 2001 for lessons about our future. On the day after the World Trade Center was attacked, Americans came together regardless of color, religion, or sexual orientation. We were united. On that day, nearly every store in the country sold out of American flags. After the events of the last eighteen months, from the Covid-19 pandemic to the constant attempts to divide us by race, Graham Allen believes that we should all look back on the events of 9/12 and remember what unites us. He believes that we do not all have to be the same, that it's okay not to agree on everything, but that we share a common history and a set of values. Just as the year 1776 serves as a reminder of our beginning, 9/12 will serve as a reminder of our present and future.

Echoing Gandhi's verdict on Western civilization, Graham Allen thinks the British constitution would be a very good idea. In "The Last Prime Minister", he showed the British people how they had acquired an executive presidency by stealth. It was the first-ever attempt to codify the Prime Minister's powers, many hidden in the mysteries of the royal prerogative. This timely new edition takes in new issues, including Parliament's impotence over Iraq.

With an introduction and 2 essays from Professor Stephen Haseler's upcoming book "Our Broken Kingdom". Exploring how the possibility of Scottish independence is still likely, he declares that 'if we avoid fundamental constitutional change the union will break-up within the next few years'. Questioning all vested power, be it the London media, the financial establishment or the monarchy; this book goes deep into the broken Westminster system of politics. Proposing a remedy of introducing a federal set-up for Britain with a constitutional convention, leaving no institution untouched; exploring the road to a written constitution. Concluding this book, Graham Allen MP takes a look at why a written constitution is vital in order to enshrine the right of Parliament to a vote before the Prime Minister can exercise the power declare war. In his paper he questions the ancient Royal Prerogative powers referring to his experience in forcing a Parliamentary debate in the run-up to the 2003 invasion of Iraq.

"Catering and Food Services Recipe for Fifty" is a part of planning a menu and costing for chefs and managers. The times have changed & formal occasions have become less frequent, but many meals still retain the old form of European quality. The largest influence in "Catering and Food Services Recipe for Fifty" has been the range of Middle Eastern & Asian foods, which come from the use of fresh produces. This is reflected by the range of recipes & ideas gathered in this book.

This is the perfect study guide to Shelley's classic gothic novel, "Frankenstein" - a key text for introductory literature courses at undergraduate level.Mary Shelley's classic gothic novel, "Frankenstein", is one of the most widely studied and read novels in English Literature. Aside from its key position in the English Literature canon and its wide cultural influence, the novel has been the subject of a vast array of interpretations and so leaves students needing guidance through this maze of reading.This guide offers an authoritative, up-to-date guide for students, introducing its context, language, themes, criticism and afterlife, leading students to a more sophisticated understanding of the text. It is the ideal guide to reading and studying the novel, setting "Frankenstein" in its historical, intellectual and cultural contexts, offering analyses of its themes, style and structure, providing exemplary close readings and presenting an up-to-date account of its critical reception.It also includes an introduction to "Frankenstein's" substantial history as an adapted text on stage and screen and its wider influence in film and popular culture. It includes points for discussion, suggestions for further study and an annotated guide to relevant reading."Continuum Reader's Guides" are clear, concise and accessible introductions to key texts in literature and philosophy. Each book explores the themes, context, criticism and influence of key works, providing a practical introduction to close reading, guiding students towards a thorough understanding of the text. They provide an essential, up-to-date resource, ideal for undergraduate students.

This is the perfect study guide to Shelley's classic gothic novel, "Frankenstein" - a key text for introductory literature courses at undergraduate level.Mary Shelley's classic gothic novel, "Frankenstein", is one of the most widely studied and read novels in English Literature. Aside from its key position in the English Literature canon and its wide cultural influence, the novel has been the subject of a vast array of interpretations and so leaves students needing guidance through this maze of reading.This guide offers an authoritative, up-to-date guide for students, introducing its context, language, themes, criticism and afterlife, leading students to a more sophisticated understanding of the text. It is the ideal guide to reading and studying the novel, setting "Frankenstein" in its historical, intellectual and cultural contexts, offering analyses of its themes, style and structure, providing exemplary close readings and presenting an up-to-date account of its critical reception.It also includes an introduction to "Frankenstein's" substantial history as an adapted text on stage and screen and its wider influence in film and popular culture. It includes points for discussion, suggestions for further study and an annotated guide to relevant reading."Continuum Reader's Guides" are clear, concise and accessible introductions to key texts in literature and philosophy. Each book explores the themes, context, criticism and influence of key works, providing a practical introduction to close reading, guiding students towards a thorough understanding of the text. They provide an essential, up-to-date resource, ideal for undergraduate students.