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Already a bestseller, this is a wonderfully entertaining collection of Alan Bennetts prose writings. Writing Home brings together diaries, reminiscences and reviews to give us a unique and unforgettable portrait of one of Englands leading playwrights. As a memoir it covers the production of his very first play, Forty Years On, which starred John Gieldgud. His television series Talking Heads has become a modern-day classic; as part of the 1960s revue Beyond the Fringe Bennett helped to kick-start the English satire revolution, and has since remained one of our leading dramatists, most recently with The History Boys at the National Theatre. At the heart of the book is The Lady in The Van, since adapted into a radio play featuring Dame Maggie Smith. It is the true account of Miss Mary Shepherd, a homeless tramp who took up residence in Bennetts garden and stayed for fifteen years. This new edition also includes Bennetts introduction to his Oscar-nominated screenplay for The Madness of King George and his more recent diaries.

Women in War - 20 Civil War Memoirs & Biographies immerses readers in the multifaceted realities of the American Civil War through the voices of women who lived, observed, and recorded the tumultuous period. This anthologys overarching theme centers on the often-overlooked contributions and experiences of women during wartime, ranging from intense battlefield accounts to poignant reflections on home front challenges. The collection spans a variety of literary styles, from deeply personal memoirs to rigorously detailed biographies, capturing the diverse spectrum of emotions and perspectives that marked the era. A standout aspect is how it intertwines firsthand narratives with broader socio-political commentaries, inviting readers to witness pivotal moments through the eyes of those who experienced them intimately. Each story within serves as a vital piece of the larger historical mosaic, underscoring the significance of womens voices in the annals of war history. The contributing authors, such as Louisa May Alcott, Susie King Taylor, and Mary Boykin Chesnut, bring together an extensive range of backgrounds and experiences, providing a comprehensive view of the Civil Wars impact on different strata of society. The anthology bridges various cultural and historical movements, showcasing how these women, whether nurses, writers, or soldiers, collectively shaped the narrative of their time. Their contributions not only reflect their personal endurance and resilience but also illuminate broader societal transformations during and after the war. This compilation transcends regional and ideological divides, bringing together an array of perspectives that enhance our understanding of this critical period in American history. By engaging with Women in War, readers are offered a unique opportunity to delve into a rich tapestry of perspectives that highlight the multifaceted roles women played during the Civil War. This anthology is essential not only for its educational value but also for the dialogue it fosters among its diverse voices. It promises to enhance the readers comprehension of the era and provide a profound appreciation for the contributions and sacrifices made by these women.

The remarkable literary collaboration between a Nobel Prizewinning novelist and his editor of more than forty years.Three people have been of major importance and influence in my life and you are one of them. There is a way in which I am as a writer at least partly your creation.-- William Golding to Charles Monteith In 1953, William Goldings novel Lord of the Flies was rescued from a slush pile of unsolicited manuscripts by Charles Monteith, a new young editor at the publishing house Faber & Faber. It went on to sell over 25 million copies. Over the next forty years Monteith worked closely with Golding on every one of his novels.These letters tell the story of their remarkable collaboration. They chart Goldings transformation from unknown middle-aged schoolmaster to knighted Nobel Prizewinner, and they tell the story of a deep and mutually rewarding friendship, as Dear Monteith and Dear Golding become Dear Charles and Dear Bill.In this beautifully produced, stitch-bound volume, Tim Kendall draws on both public and private archives to reveal the relationship between one of the greatest novelists of the twentieth century and his publisher, both men who considered themselves, for different reasons, to be outsiders. Their correspondence sheds fascinating light on both the mysteries of the writing process and the vagaries of the literary world.Generous, amusing, acerbic, intimate and often irreverent, these letters encompass gossip, reading recommendations and stories of Greek island adventures as well as detailed discussion of titles, characters and Goldings dreadful spelling.

A moving account of life in Palestine in the wake of the events of October 7th.Who Will Tell My Story? finds beauty and grace amongst the rubble while never shying away from the brutal realities of living through such relentless and cruel oppression.NIKESH SHUKLA It was a sleepless night full of tears and fear . . . I am not sure - if I make it out alive - if I will still possess what makes me, me. And I wonder: will I be there in the future, or will I be someone to be remembered in a diary or over a cup of tea by a friend after I am gone?Who Will Tell My Story? presents an ordinary existence interrupted by unfathomably seismic and unjust events. On the ground during the first months of the assault on Gaza following the events of 7 October, the author of this diary - first published in The Guardian - maps out the physical and psychological terrain of a life under siege.Traversing the bombed ruins of his country, we see him as he searches for foodstuffs and power to charge devices, maintaining contact with the outside world, checking in with his friends and family along the way; we see his heart swing between despair and faith, fear and optimism, his mind imagining different futures and confronting the brutal truth of his present.Shining a light on the fate of all those living through war and occupation, Who Will Tell My Story? conveys with astonishing clarity how seeds of hope might linger amid the most trying of times.

Whitney Straight made his own way in life. Born in New York with a silver spoon in his mouth, he would earn his living in the boardrooms of some of Britains greatest companies. He dropped out of Cambridge to become an outstanding racing driver and run a team of Maseratis across Europe and Africa.A qualified pilot at 17, he revolutionised aircraft design for the enthusiast, and his extraordinary efforts in the Second World War saw him rise from Pilot Officer to Air Commodore. He survived the invasion of Norway, a crash-landing in occupied France and a year as a PoW to emerge with an MC, DFC and US Legion of Merit.After the war, Straight rejected Churchills proposal of a career in politics and instead became CEO of BOAC, transforming it into a national airline to be proud of. At Rolls-Royce, he railed against a company dominated by engineers who made poor businessmen, and played a founding role in the separate paths of the aero and auto businesses that are still seen today. An incurable romantic, he could never imagine being married to anyone other than his wife, yet he had numerous relationships.Paul Kenny has been granted unfettered access to Straights diaries and photograph albums, and has scoured archives on both sides of the Atlantic, leaving no stone unturned in pursuit of the full story of one of the twentieth centurys greatest mavericks.

White nights by Fédor Dostoyevsky translated from the Russian by Constance Garnett in 1918, is a work in the public domain Editing and graphic design for ebook by Cigana Publicações, 2023 White Night

Ajays passion for conservation and his encyclopaedic knowledge of Wicken Fen ooze out of every single page - Iolo WilliamsTucked away in the flat lands of rural East Anglia lies Wicken Fen, so loved for its big skies and tiny creatures, boasting over 9,000 recorded species. For 125 years, this wildlife sanctuary has been cared for by the National Trust. A dedicated team look after this precious wetland of international importance, working with herds of free-roaming horses and cattle and weathering the elements to cope creatively with the dramas of a life outdoors at the cutting edge of conservation.Wetland Diaries is a seasonal account of ranger life on Wicken Fen, saving a once widespread landscape and revealing the spectrum of emotions experienced in the process. Ajay shares the spirit and atmosphere of the Fens, offering an insight into the privileges and pressures of managing semi-wild animals in one of the countrys first wetland restoration projects, creating precious breathing space for nature and people alike.

O mundo está repleto de ódio e violência. A única coisa com a qual podemos mudar o mundo é nossa maneira de olhar as pessoas e ter um espírito humano, longe dos preconceitos raciais. Devemos aprender

Vicente Aleixandre (1898-1984) mantuvo, desde los años veinte y hasta poco antes de su muerte, una intensa y extensa amistad epistolar con el pintor Gregorio Prieto (1897-1992). El poeta del 27 que logro el Premio Nobel de Literatura y el pintor que mejor supo retratar a esa generacion literaria mantuvieron una estrecha relacion a lo largo de los años, siempre dispuestos a convertir la alegria de vivir en una de sus principales motivaciones.En 1981, Prieto, quien ya habia escrito algunos ensayos sobre Garcia Lorca o Cernuda, planteo a Aleixandre la posibilidad de dedicarle un libro, un proyecto que fue bien acogido por el autor de Espadas como labios, pero que no llego a prosperar. El conjunto de cartas escritas por Aleixandre a Prieto permanecieron en el estudio del artista y solamente unas pocas vieron la luz en alguno de los trabajos del pintor, quedando la mayoria ineditas hasta la publicacion del presente volumen.Este dialogo incompleto, en el que faltan las cartas que Prieto envio a su amigo poeta quiza perdidas para siempre, nos aproxima no solo a la intimidad y el alma de Aleixandre, sino tambien a la fragua creativa del escritor; nos habla del nacimiento de algunos de sus poemarios y de un tiempo de confraternidad donde encontramos referencias a compañeros de aquel grupo poetico como Lorca, Alberti, Altolaguirre o Prados. Y, por encima de todo, se despliega en estas misivas una reivindicacion del arte, la belleza, la celebracion de la vida, junto a un lirismo que, en muchas ocasiones, hermana lo humano con lo divino.

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In "Virginia Woolf: A Writers Diary," Woolf presents an intimate glimpse into her creative process through evocative entries that document her reflections, frustrations, and triumphs as an author. The diary spans the years 1918 to 1941, encapsulating the evolution of her literary voice amid the backdrop of significant cultural and political upheaval. Woolfs prose is marked by her characteristic lyrical style, blending stream-of-consciousness with keen observation, providing a raw and honest portrayal of the struggles and minutiae of daily life that inform her work. This collection not only serves as a commentary on her own artistic journey but also positions her narrative within the broader context of modernist literature, highlighting themes of identity, feminism, and the art of writing itself. Virginia Woolf (1882-1941), a central figure of the modernist movement, was deeply influenced by her experiences in a tumultuous early 20th-century society. Her exploration of personal consciousness and human emotion was often intertwined with the shadows of her mental health struggles and her pioneering role in advocating for womenAos rights. These elements infused her work with a unique depth and resonance, making her insights in this diary both personal and widely relatable. "Virginia Woolf: A Writers Diary" is essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of creativity and personal experience. Scholars, writers, and avid readers alike will find Woolfs reflections not only inspiring but also a profound commentary on the challenges and joys of the writing life, solidifying her legacy as a true literary icon.

"Eu olhei para ela com admiração. Ela olhou para mim com curiosidade. Foi tanta curiosidade por um lado e tanta admiração por outro, que logo ela me convidou para ir à sua casa." É assim que Victoria

Hold on to your chapeaux, because this story is a beezer! Its a stoatir, so it is!Victor and Barry are the epitome of the expression big in the 80s. Annoyingly, they were also a little big in the first bit of the 90s too, so that phrase doesnt really pan out very satisfactorily; much like Victor and Barry themselves, in fact, who completely disappeared from the face of the Scottish showbiz scene in 1994 and were rumoured to have actually died on stage.But apparently rumours of their deaths have been greatly exaggerated, and the two can still be spotted strolling the leafy suburban lanes near the home they have shared for many decades at 22B Lacrosse Terrace, Kelvinside, Glasgow G12.

En la tradición de lengua alemana, el Feuilleton es un artículo periodístico que, bajo diversas formas literarias, evoca temas de actualidad en un tono personal. Los Feuilletons que componen Viajes y hoteles son textos hibridos siempre nostalgicos e ironicos, que se mueven entre la cronica de viajes, el panfleto, el tratado filosofico y el diario intimo. Estos escritos trazan un recorrido por las turbulencias economicas, politicas y culturales de la Europa de los años 20: una Alemania azotada por la pobreza y la necesidad, una USSR que acude en masa a los cines de Moscu para ver peliculas pasadas de moda en Occidente, esa vieja y derrotada burguesia que alimenta su nostalgia por un estilo de vida caduco hace ya tiempo. Esa nostalgia por lo perdido que nunca existio, es decir, por la idealizacion de una realidad que emerge despues de una catastrofe la Revolucion Rusa, la desaparicion del Imperio austrohungaro, el simple pasar del tiempo, es una constante siempre en tension en la obra de Roth. No hay presente que no sea una forma de espacio en devenir, victima de la frenetica Modernidad. Sin embargo, no hay sueño sin ese presente. El hotel es el espacio donde se despliega este conflicto. Uno, cualquiera, puede sentirlo como su patria.

En este Viaje de recreo por Europa, uno de sus últimos libros, Clorinda Matto de Turner deja el diario de su paso por España, Francia, Suiza, Alemania, Inglaterra e Italia, publicado en una edición con mas de 250 ilustraciones.Matto comienza por anotar detalles de la gente que la acompañaba en el buque tras su partida de Buenos Aires y su visita a otras escalas, como Rio de Janeiro. Esa curiosidad y admiracion la extendera despues a lo que encuentre en las ciudades europeas. Va a concentrarse de igual manera en las caracteristicas de las zonas portuarias y de las instituciones educativas para mujeres, por ejemplo, que en el arte y la arquitectura. Y otro tanto sucede respecto de la variedad de personajes con que se topa, a veces por accidente.

Turning the focus away from the city itself, Caroline Freeman-Cuerden has listened to the memories of 23 veterans, just a few of the thousands of Coventry men and women who served and fought in World War II. Their stories are recounted here in their own words, interspersed with letters, documents, diary excerpts and photographs.

Este livro realiza uma abordagem das obras de Moacyr Scliar e Cristóvão Tezza à luz da filosofia, por meio de duas apostas complementares entre si: pontuar os personagens portadores de utopias que re

December 1941. Jack Frith left his family and his life to go to war like so many others, uncertain whether he would come home. Whilst in a convoy bound for the Middle East the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbour, triggering Allied entry into the Pacific War. Hastily regrouped and ordered to the Far East, the now ill-equipped convoy peeled off for Java and elsewhere. Slipping the moorings, Jack could not have known that years of captivity and brutality, starvation and forced labour, and yet worse, awaited him. This is no cry for revenge but justice, laying bare actions and exposing inaction, demanding long overdue apologies and uncovering past atrocities. It is also a moment of reflection on the forgotten armies of the Far East, in remembering each subsequent generation owes a great unpaid debt of gratitude to those who gave so much for our present freedom. The price of that freedom was by no means free.

Alan Bennetts first collection of prose since Writing Home takes in all his major writings over the last ten years. The title piece is a poignant family memoir with an account of the marriage of his parents, the lives and deaths of his aunts and the uncovering of a long-held family secret. Bennett, as always, is both amusing and poignant, whether hes discussing his modest childhood or his work with the likes of Maggie Smith, Thora Hird and John Gielgud. Also included are his much celebrated diaries for the years 1996 to 2004. At times heartrending and at others extremely funny,Untold Stories is a matchless and unforgettable anthology.Since the success of Beyond the Fringe in the 1960s Alan Bennett has delighted audiences worldwide with his gentle humour and wry observations about life. His many works include Forty Years On, The Lady in the Van, Talking Heads, A Question of Attribution and The Madness of King George. The History Boys opened to great acclaim at the National in 2004, and is winner of the Evening Standard Award, the South Bank Award and the Critics Circle Award for Best New Play.Perhaps the best loved of English writers alive today.Sunday TelegraphUntold Stories is published jointly with Profile Books.