Julius caesar shakespeare made easy5/9/2023 SPOUSE: Cornelia (84–69 BCE), Pompeia (67–62 BCE), Calpurnia (59–44 BCE)īorn Gaius Julius Caesar on July 12, 100 BCE, Caesar hailed from Roman aristocrats, though his family was far from rich. After several alliances and military victories, he became dictator of the Roman Empire, a rule that lasted for just one year before his death in 44 BCE. By age 31, Caesar had fought in several wars and become involved in Roman politics. Allegedly a descendant of Trojan prince Aeneas, Caesar’s birth marked the beginning of a new chapter in Roman history. Julius Caesar was a leader of ancient Rome who significantly transformed what became known as the Roman Empire by greatly expanding its geographic reach and establishing its imperial system.
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So boo, now they are not on the side of conservation. If they find them, I suppose they will then harvest that seaweed, possibly in a sustainable way, possibly not. Yay! But the biologists are analyzing seaweed samples in the hope of finding valuable medicinal properties. On their side are biologists who are taking seaweed samples. Just one example: a group of conservationists are fighting against pollution being discharged into the ocean as it is degrading the marine wildlife and habitat. So much in here that is fuel for fascinating discussions. I would recommend this book to anyone wanting to get their heads around the logistics of conservation. As a few of his case studies illustrate, oddly, they are not always on opposing sides. I am sure it could be used as a blueprint for any commercial vs conservation case. This is a book that goes into great depth about the complex and overlapping issues of various fishing interests, conservation efforts and what it would mean to fish in an environmentally sustainable way. This is a long book but filled with many case studies, observations and vivid descriptions of Carl's experiences. Author chinua achebe5/9/2023 Moving to Lagos after graduation, he worked for the Nigerian Broadcasting Service (NBS) and garnered international attention for his 1958 novel Things Fall Apart. He excelled in school and attended what is now the University of Ibadan, where he became fiercely critical of how Western literature depicted Africa. In the West, Achebe is often referred to as the "father of African literature", although he vigorously rejected the characterization.īorn in Ogidi, Colonial Nigeria, Achebe's childhood was influenced by both Igbo traditional culture and postcolonial Christianity. Along with Things Fall Apart, his No Longer at Ease (1960) and Arrow of God (1964) complete the so-called "African Trilogy" later novels include A Man of the People (1966) and Anthills of the Savannah (1987). His first novel and magnum opus, Things Fall Apart (1958), occupies a pivotal place in African literature and remains the most widely studied, translated, and read African novel. Chinua Achebe ( / ˈ tʃ ɪ n w ɑː ə ˈ tʃ ɛ b eɪ/ ( listen) born Albert Chinụalụmọgụ Achebe 16 November 1930 – 21 March 2013) was a Nigerian novelist, poet, and critic who is regarded as a central figure of modern African literature. The stolen village by des ekin5/9/2023 As ever with Irish history there is plenty of folklore. Firstly he drops the astonishing fact that the Baltimore captives were not Irish – they were English settlers who took over land once the property of the O’Driscoll clan, they were religious dissenters keen to build a life away from the established church. He has visited ancient libraries ( Trinity College and Archbishop Marsh’s, both in Dublin), sought out books in French, and visited Iceland in search of material – the north Atlantic island was also a destination for the Barbary corsairs. Although a journalist by trade rather than a historian this is thoroughly well-researched. All -20 men and 87 women and children- were destined for the Badistan Slave Market in Algiers.ĭes Ekin describes this book as a ‘labour of love’. A month later on the 28th of July, after a sea journey back to the Mediterranean, they learnt of their fate. In the early hours of the 20th they attacked the village of Baltimore, setting fire to homes, stealing what they could and taking 107 of the local population as captives. On the 19th June 1631 two armed vessels under the command of Morat Rais, a Barbary corsair (pirate)rounded Kinsale Head off the coast of County Cork. The remarkable story of the Irish coastal village sacked by Barbary Pirates in 1631 Valley of the dolls novel5/9/2023 “It didn’t disappoint,” writes Rebello in his Author’s Note of discovering “Valley” as a child. “Valley of the Dolls” is about three young women trying to make their way in the entertainment industry in Los Angeles and New York, navigating love and affairs, and eventually becoming addicted to barbiturates (“dolls”). “ Dolls! Dolls! Dolls!: Deep Inside Valley of the Dolls, the Most Beloved Bad Book and Movie of All Time” (Penguin Books) by Stephen Rebello celebrates the bad, the good, and the fantastic kitsch behind the phenomenon. (Judy Garland was originally cast in the film, but then proceeded to either quit the production or was fired for her part, Jacqueline Susann reportedly hated the movie, declaring it a “piece of s–t.”) At one point, the Guinness Book of World Records even declared it “the most popular novel in the world.” The 1967 film starring Barbara Parkins, Patty Duke, Sharon Tate and Susan Hayward also achieved a sort of hallowed “so bad it’s good” status, delighting viewers with its glitzy schlock status. Since then, it has sold more than 30 million copies and spent 28 weeks on The New York Times Best Seller list, staying there for 65 weeks overall. The 1966 Jacqueline Susann novel “ Valley of the Dolls” was the top selling novel of that year, a dishy mix of drugs, sex and general escapades. Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë5/9/2023 In Haworth, the children would have opportunities to develop their literary talents. Shortly thereafter, the family moved eight miles away to Haworth, where Patrick was employed as perpetual curate. In 1820, Emily's younger sister Anne, the last Brontë child, was born. Emily was the second youngest of six siblings, preceded by Maria, Elizabeth, Charlotte and Branwell. The family was living on Market Street in the village of Thornton on the outskirts of Bradford, in the West Riding of Yorkshire, England. (Branwell used to be between Emily and Charlotte, but subsequently painted himself out.)Įmily Brontë was born on 30 July 1818 to Maria Branwell and an Irish father, Patrick Brontë. From left to right: Anne, Emily and Charlotte. The three Brontë sisters, in an 1834 painting by their brother Branwell Brontë. The book with no pictures5/9/2023 Novak from his TV and film roles, but their kiddos will know him as one of the funniest authors around. Luckily for them, they’ll probably be happy to oblige a child’s requests to read it again. Or BLUURF.” From there, the games have begun and the lucky soul reading the book aloud will find themselves having to say and do all sorts of silly things. Everything written on the page has to be said by the person reading it aloud. As he writes, “You might think a book with no pictures seems boring and serious. Novak shows youngsters the power and humor of words. In a madcap celebration of language and reading aloud, B.J. What the title doesn’t tell you, though, is that kids won’t be able to get enough of it. What gives? What genius decided to market something like that to kids? The Book With No Pictures is exactly as its title suggests. Even though libraries and bookstores have it in their picture book section. Margaret owen little thieves5/9/2023 i feel like the same tales get retold and retold, so its nice to read something new, even if im not familiar with the source material. Ive never heard of ‘the goose girl,’ so i have no idea how this compares as a retelling, but i do appreciate the unique story. And with a feral guardian half-god, Gisele's sinister fiancé, and an overeager junior detective on Vanja's tail, she'll have to pull the biggest grift yet to save her own life. Vanja has just two weeks to figure out how to break her curse and make her getaway. Then, one heist away from freedom, Vanja crosses the wrong god and is cursed to an untimely end: turning into jewels, stone by stone, for her greed. Now, Vanja leads a lonely but lucrative double life as princess and jewel thief, charming nobility while emptying their coffers to fund her great escape. The real Gisele is left a penniless nobody while Vanja uses an enchanted string of pearls to take her place. That was when Vanja's otherworldly mothers demanded a terrible price for their care, and Vanja decided to steal her future back. Vanja, the adopted goddaughter of Death and Fortune, was Princess Gisele's dutiful servant up until a year ago. Vanja Schmidt knows that no gift is freely given, not even a mother's love-and she's on the hook for one hell of a debt. Once upon a time, there was a horrible girl. Ze kreeg het druk: overdag lesgeven en ’s avonds en vooral ’s nachts schrijven. In 1956 werd voor het eerst een verhaal van Tonke gepubliceerd, en daarna werden er steeds meer gevraagd. Ze organiseerde op school ook een spookverhalenschrijversclub, waar de meest griezelige dingen gebeurden! Als de orde in haar klas verstoord dreigde te raken, begon ze altijd een verhaal te vertellen. Tonke deed hier haar eindexamen van de middelbare school en ging naar de academie voor beeldende kunsten. Na de oorlog kwam het gezin naar Nederland. Samen met een vriendinnetje maakte ze het ‘boek’ De jacht op de Touwkleurige. Ze schreef en tekende in eerder gebruikte uitgegumde schriftjes en zelfs op wc-papier, want er was bijna niets. In 1942 kwam ze met haar moeder en twee zusjes terecht in een Jappenkamp, en daar heeft ze ontdekt dat ze ze kon ‘ontsnappen’ door verhalen te verzinnen. Tonke Dragt werd in 1930 geboren in Nederlands-Indië, en heeft daar het grootste deel van haar jeugd doorgebracht. Aera Book 3 by Markus Heitz5/9/2023 The international bestselling fantasy epic now available in English for the first time. Not only his own safety, but the life of every man, woman and child in Girdlegard depends upon his ability to embrace his heritage.Īlthough he has many unanswered questions, Tungdil is certain of one thing: no matter where he was raised, he is a true dwarf.Īnd no one has ever questioned the courage of the Dwarves. But when he is sent out into the world to deliver a message and reacquaint himself with his people, the young foundling finds himself thrust into a battle for which he has not been trained. Band 2: AERA 2 - Die Rückkehr der Götter. The Dwarves, Book 3 Written by: Markus Heitz Narrated by: Neil Dickson Series: The Dwarves, Book 3 Length: 23 hrs and 59 mins Release date: Language: English 19 ratings Price: 31.43 Try for 0. Ībandoned as a child, Tungdil the blacksmith is the only dwarf in a kingdom of men. The gods are back, the world is in uproar - and only one man will seek the truth. Part 3 in the fast-paced and thrilling new episodic novella series from award-winning Markus Heitz. For countless millennia, no man or beast has ever succeeded in breaching the stone gateway into Girdlegard. AERA (Malleus Bourreau) 1-03Aera Book 3: The Return of the Ancient Gods. |