A collection of essays on life and literature, from one of the most iconic authors and astute critics in contemporary letters.Words Are My Matter is essential reading: a collection of talks, essays, and criticism by Ursula K. Le Guin, a literary legend and unparalleled voice of our social conscience. Here she investigates the depth and breadth of contemporary fiction--and, through the lens of literature, gives us a way of exploring the world around us.In "Freedom," Le Guin notes: "Hard times are coming, when we'll be wanting the voices of writers who can see alternatives to how we live now ... to other ways of being, and even imagine real grounds for hope. We'll need writers who can remember freedom--poets, visionaries--realists of a larger reality."Le Guin was one of those authors and in Words Are My Matter she gives us just that: a vision of a better reality, fueled by the power and might and hope of language and literature.
Imagination and motivation are key to young children’s happiness and health. Thinking about dreams and goals can help children cope with challenges when they arise and view life through a hopeful lens
Mostly candid and spontaneous, the documentary photograph serves to record and preserve a moment in time while the photographer plays the role of an objective observer, minimising their influence on t
The essays focus on two sets of rituals; those in and around the temple of Jagannath in Puri mostly through the lens of the rituals of the Devadasis and the other, the festival of Raja Parba carried o
Welcome to the Kingfisher Encyclopedia of Life-a jaw-dropping look at 30,000 years of biological evolution organized through the lens of relative lifespan. Packed with the latest science, and created
Gender, class, and culture merge in the lived experiences of women on strike in the South. This book examines women unionists’ life histories through the lens of narrative analysis, interpreting their
The complete life and work of Brian Brake, New Zealand’s best-known photographer, has at last been encapsulated in one stunning book. Comprising more than 300 superb photographic reproductions and six
This book will set adventurous street photographers on the right track.The 50mm lens is for photography purists. With fewer components it's cheap to buy, light to carry and gets amazing results.It als
Born in Cork, Ireland, Frank Browne (1880?1960) was both a distinguished Jesuit and an accomplished photographer. At age 17, before commencing his studies for the priesthood, he embarked on a tour of
The perfect gift for children aged 6+ who are fans of Where's the Wookiee? and Illuminature. Grab hold of your magic red lens for an interactive search-and-find adventure around the world to see if you can spot all of the hidden treasures as you whizz into space, dive below the ocean, trek through the jungle, explore an ancient Egyptian tomb and much more. Read about the true stories and fascinating facts behind the objects you collect on your journey, some treasures can be found in the most unexpected and unusual places .. . Each fun quest takes you on a different adventure to find real-life hidden treasures, surprising artefacts and extraordinary animals.This novelty book is perfect for children aged 6+ and Lara Hawthorne's engaging and detailed artwork leads you on a journey like no other in this jam-packed, search-and-find treasure hunt.
Based in the Boston area, F. Holland Day (1864--1933) was a central figure in artistic circles on both sides of the Atlantic. Publisher of Oscar Wilde and Stephen Crane, mentor to a young Kahlil Gibra
A photographic account of Jewish life in America draws on the archives of the premiere national Jewish newspaper, Forward, in a visual tribute that pairs essays by leading intellectuals, including Leo
Popular blogger takes readers on a journey to understand themselves and others by exploring popular personality frameworks, offering practical applications to improve all facets of life, including lov
