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【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Silt Road The Story of a Lost River【電子書籍】[ Charles Rangeley-Wilson ]

＜p＞At the foot of a chalk hill a stream rises in a silent copse, and is soon lost under the car parks and streets of the town its waters once gave life to. Captivated by the fate of this forgotten stream Charles Rangeley-Wilson sets out one winter’s day to uncover its story.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Distilled into the timeless passage of the river’s flow, buried under the pavements that cover meadow, marsh and hill he finds dreamers and visionaries, a chronicle of paradises lost or never found, men who shaped the land and its history.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Wreck G?ricault’s Raft and the Art of Being Lost at Sea【電子書籍】[ Tom de Freston ]

＜p＞Artist Tom de Freston has long had an obsession with G?ricault's painting ＜em＞The＜/em＞ ＜em＞Raft of the Medusa,＜/em＞ and the troubling story behind its creation. The monumental canvas, which hangs in the Louvre, depicts a 19th century tragedy in which 150 people were drowned at sea on a raft lost in a stormy sea, when the ship Medusa was wrecked on shallow ground.＜/p＞ ＜p＞When de Freston began making an artwork with Ali, a Syrian writer blinded by a bombing, ＜em＞The Raft's＜/em＞ depiction of pain and suffering resonated powerfully with him, as did G?ricault's awful life story. It spoke not only to Ali's story but to Tom's family history of trauma and anguish, offering him a passage out of the dark waters in which he found himself.＜/p＞ ＜p＞In spellbinding, visceral prose, de Freston opens a window onto the magnetic frisson that runs between a past masterpiece and contemporary artistic endeavours. He asks powerful questions about how we might translate violence, fear and trauma into art, how we try to make sense of seemingly unthinkable acts, and the value in facing and depicting the darkest horrors.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】The Franklin Conspiracy An Astonishing Solution to the Lost Arctic Expedition【電子書籍】[ Jeffrey Blair Latta ]

＜p＞＜em＞The Franklin Conspiracy＜/em＞ is an absorbing account of the single most enigmatic event in Canadian history. In 1845, two British Royal Navy ships, the Erebus and the Terror, commanded by Sir John Franklin, entered the Canadian Arctic in search of the Northwest Passage. Neither ship returned. A fifteen-year search uncovered evidence of unparalleled disaster, but to this day no one knows exactly how the 129 men of the Franklin Expedition met their deaths.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Although the expedition did not run out of food, there is clear evidence of cannibalism. The ships carried two hundred message cylinders with them, yet failed to leave records. Stranger still, an earlier explorer, Thomas Simpson, was reputedly murdered for the "secret of the Northwest Passage." What was this "secret"?＜/p＞ ＜p＞＜em＞The Franklin Conspiracy＜/em＞ is an exhaustively researched, compellingly reasoned answer to that question. The result is a shocking saga of conspiracy, cover-up, and unbelievable secrets the.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】THE ANGELS REMIND ME A Collection of Treasures Once Lost【電子書籍】[ Pamela Landolt Green M.Msc. ]

＜p＞＜em＞“The Angels Remind Me＜/em＞” is a collection of over 190 angelic affirmation-style messages and 32 brief meditations intended for use as a self-care and self-empowerment tool. The book provides a simple method for connecting with the angels, serving as reminders for what you already know but may have forgotten. On some level these messages will resonate with you. They become the sparks that ignite your memory to help align you with who you truly are. There is no right or wrong way to go through this book. You may choose random angel reminders each day or read the book cover to cover. The chapters are broken out into message themes with associated affirmations and include a short meditation at the end of each chapter. There is no need to worry if you have no experience with meditation. All you will need to do is to read the passage, close your eyes and imagine what you read. The angels want you to enjoy this process of remembering, so above all have fun learning what, on a conscious or subconscious level, you already know.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Secrets of the Lost Grove【電子書籍】[ bilal chairi ]

＜p＞In the quiet valley of Oakhaven, the shadow of the Lost Grove looms largeーa place of ancient legend said to claim the souls of those who enter. For a decade, Mira, a precise and grieving cartographer, has navigated the world through the maps she creates, a fragile attempt to impose order on a life shattered by the disappearance of her beloved brother, Rowan, into that very forest. Her solitary existence is irrevocably altered when she uncovers a secret hidden in plain sight: a mystical map stitched by her mother into the threads of a family quilt, revealing a hidden path into the Grove's deepest mysteries.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Clinging to a fragile hope, Mira follows the esoteric map into a sentient, dreamlike world where the air hums with the energy of stored memories and the laws of nature are fluid. There, she encounters the Grove's guardians, timeless beings who reveal the forest's devastating secret. The doorway at its heart is not a passage but a ledger; it can return the lost, but only by maintaining a cruel balance. To save someone is to rewrite their past, causing another person connected to them to vanish from history, their memory erased from the world as if they had never been born. Mira's quest is suddenly burdened with an impossible moral choice: is her love for her brother worth the cost of another's entire existence?＜/p＞ ＜p＞Her personal crisis escalates with the arrival of Elias Vance, a charismatic and dangerously ambitious collector from the city. Aided by a reluctant historian, Vance has carved his own violent path into the Grove, not to reclaim a loved one, but to seize control of the doorway. He intends to resurrect a long-dead king to reshape the present to his liking, viewing the erasure of lives as a necessary price for his vision of progress. Mira finds herself in an unlikely alliance with a guilt-ridden scholar and a youth who has already suffered the Grove's terrible bargain. Her journey to heal a personal wound becomes a desperate fight to stop a man from weaponizing memory and history itself. At the heart of it all lies the final, unexpected truth of her brother's fateーa choice far more complex and selfless than she could ever have imagined, forcing her to make a decision that will either save her family or the integrity of the world itself.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

古本, ノンフィクション, 英語で予約する, 洋書【古本】 Lone Survivor: The Eyewitness Account of Operation Redwing and the Lost Heroes of SEAL Team 10 - Marcus Luttrell (Back Bay Books) 【紙書籍】 9780316067607

タイトル: Lone Survivor: The Eyewitness Account of Operation Redwing and the Lost Heroes of SEAL Team 10著者: Marcus Luttrell出版社: Back Bay Books出版日: 2008年05月01日古本ほぼ新品。傷みが少なく、しっかりと製本された、優れた、マークのないコピーです。リサイクル可能なアメリカ製の封筒で発送します。すべての注文に 100% 返金保証付き。Follow along a Navy SEAL's firsthand account of American heroism during a secret military operation in Afghanistan in this true story of survival and difficult choices. On a clear night in late June 2005, four U.S. Navy SEALs left their base in northern Afghanistan for the mountainous Pakistani border. Their mission was to capture or kill a notorious al Qaeda leader known to be ensconced in a Taliban stronghold surrounded by a small but heavily armed force. Less then twenty-four hours later, only one of those Navy SEALs remained alive. This is the story of fire team leader Marcus Luttrell, the sole survivor of Operation Redwing, and the desperate battle in the mountains that led, ultimately, to the largest loss of life in Navy SEAL history. But it is also, more than anything, the story of his teammates, who fought ferociously beside him until he was the last one left-blasted unconscious by a rocket grenade, blown over a cliff, but still armed and still breathing. Over the next four days, badly injured and presumed dead, Luttrell fought off six al Qaeda assassins who were sent to finish him, then crawled for seven miles through the mountains before he was taken in by a Pashtun tribe, who risked everything to protect him from the encircling Taliban killers. A six-foot-five-inch Texan, Leading Petty Officer Luttrell takes us, blow by blow, through the brutal training of America's warrior elite and the relentless rites of passage required by the Navy SEALs. He transports us to a monstrous battle fought in the desolate peaks of Afghanistan, where the beleaguered American team plummeted headlong a thousand feet down a mountain as they fought back through flying shale and rocks. In this rich, moving chronicle of courage, honor, and patriotism, Marcus Luttrell delivers one of the most powerful narratives ever written about modern warfare -- and a tribute to his teammates, who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Lost Beneath the Ice The Story of HMS Investigator【電子書籍】[ Andrew Cohen ]

＜p＞When Sir John Franklin disappeared in the Arctic in the 1840s, the British Admiralty launched the largest rescue mission in its history. Among the search vessels was HMS ＜em＞Investigator＜/em＞, which left England in 1850 under the command of Captain Robert McClure. While the ambitious McClure never found Franklin, he and his crew did discover the fabled Northwest Passage.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Like Franklin’s ships, though, ＜em＞Investigator＜/em＞ disappeared in the most remote, bleak and unknown place on Earth. For three winters, its 66 souls were trapped in the unforgiving ice of Mercy Bay. They suffered cold, darkness, starvation, scurvy, boredom, depression and madness. When they were rescued in 1853, ＜em＞Investigator＜/em＞ was abandoned.＜/p＞ ＜p＞For more than a century and a half, the ship’s fate remained a mystery. Had it been crushed by the ice or swept out to sea? In 2010, Parks Canada sent a team of archaeologists to Mercy Bay to find out. It was a formidable challenge, demanding expertise and patience. There, off the shores of Aulavik National Park, they found ＜em＞Investigator＜/em＞.＜/p＞ ＜p＞＜em＞Lost Beneath the Ice＜/em＞ is a tale of endurance, daring, deceit, courage, and irony. It is a story about a tempestuous crew, their mercurial captain, cynical surgeon and kind-hearted missionary. In the end, McClure found fame but lost his ship, some of his crew and much of his honour. Written with elegance and authority, illustrated with archival imagery and startling underwater photographs of Investigator and its artifacts, this is a sensational story of discovery and intrigue in Canada’s Arctic.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Andrew Cohen is a best-selling author and award-winning journalist. Among his books are ＜em＞While Canada Slept＜/em＞, a finalist for the Governor General’s Literary Award, ＜em＞The Unfinished Canadian, and Extraordinary Canadians: Lester B. Pearson＜/em＞. He writes a nationally syndicated column for ＜em＞The Ottawa Citizen＜/em＞ and comments regularly on CTV. A professor of journalism and international affairs at Carleton University, he is founding president of the Historica-Dominion Institute. He has twice received Queen’s Jubilee Medals.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Legend of the Lost Artifacts【電子書籍】[ Eva Mclean ]

＜p＞Lainie Morales is a PhD in archaeology from a culturally diverse background with a passion for global history and culture. She gets a mysterious invitation from London, England, signed by Alexander Graham, asking her to help with ancient relics. Lainie loves archaeology and accepts the invitation, inviting her mentor Samuel Rivera to go with her.＜br /＞ At an old house in London, they meet Alexander Graham, who shows them ancient artefacts from South America. However, Alexander reveals his true colours and tries to use the artefacts to achieve his ambitions, threatening Lillian and Samuel with a gun. After finding out what Alexander was planning, Lillian and Samuel tried to escape in the dark. They finally managed to leave the manor house and go to Saint Malo in France.＜br /＞ In Saint Malo, they look for information about the markings on the artefact shard in an old bookshop. The shopkeeper helps them find a diary, but is then threatened by Lucas Morel. Lucas tells them to stop and they fight. Lillian and Samuel escape through the basement of the bookshop and follow the clue to an underground passage.＜br /＞ They meet many dangers in the underground passageways. First, they encounter mechanical traps and then attacks from metal blades and pale hands in the mist. At the moment of life and death, they rely on courage and wisdom, supporting each other, and find a secret door, temporarily escaping danger.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Lost Illusions【電子書籍】[ Honor? de Balzac ]

＜p＞The longest, without exception, of Balzac's books, and one which contains hardly any passage that is not very nearly of his best, Illusions Perdues suffers, I think, a little in point of composition from the mixture of the Angouleme scenes of its first and third parts with the purely Parisian interest of Un Grand Homme de Province. It is hardly possible to exaggerate the gain in distinctness and lucidity of arrangement derived from putting Les Deux Poetes and Eve et David (a much better title than that which has been preferred in the Edition Definitive) together in one volume, and reserving the greatness and decadence of Lucien de Rubempre for another. It is distinctly awkward that this should be divided, as it is itself an enormous episode, a sort of Herodotean parenthesis, rather than an integral part of the story. And, as a matter of fact, it joins on much more to the Splendeurs et Miseres des Courtisanes than to its actual companions. In fact, it is an instance of the somewhat haphazard and arbitrary way in which the actual division of the Comedie has worked, that it should, dealing as it does wholly and solely with Parisian life, be put in the Scenes de la Vie de Province, and should be separated from its natural conclusion not merely as a matter of volumes, but as a matter of divisions. In making the arrangement, however, it is necessary to remember Balzac's own scheme, especially as the connection of the three parts in other ways is too close to permit the wrenching of them asunder altogether and finally. This caution given, all that is necessary can be done by devoting the first part of the introduction entirely to the first and third or Angouleme parts, and by consecrating the latter part to the egregious Lucien by himself.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Our Lost Constitution The Willful Subversion of America's Founding Document【電子書籍】[ Mike Lee ]

＜p＞＜strong＞The still-unfolding story of America’s Constitution is a history of heroes and villainsーthe flawed visionaries who inspired and crafted liberty’s safeguards, and the shortsighted opportunists who defied them. Those stories are known by few today.＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞In ＜em＞Our Lost Constitution,＜/em＞ Senator Mike Lee tells the dramatic, little-known stories behind six of the Constitution’s most indispensible provisions. He shows their rise. He shows their fall. And he makes vividly clear how nearly every abuse of federal power today is rooted in neglect of this Lost Constitution. For example:＜/p＞ ＜p＞? The Origination Clause says that all bills to raise taxes must originate in the House of Representatives, but contempt for the clause ensured the passage of Obamacare.＜br /＞ ? The Fourth Amendment protects us against unreasonable searches and seizures, but the NSA now collects our private data without a warrant.＜br /＞ ? The Legislative Powers Clause means that only Congress can pass laws, but unelected agencies now produce ninety-nine out of every one hundred pages of legal rules imposed on the American people.＜br /＞ Lee’s cast of characters includes a former Ku Klux Klansman, who hijacked the Establishment Clause to strangle Catholic schools; the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, who called the Second Amendment a fraud; and the revered president who began his first of four terms by threating to shatter the balance of power between Congress and the president, and who began his second term by vowing to do the same to the Supreme Court.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Fortunately, the Constitution has always had its defenders. Senator Lee tells the story of how Andrew Jackson, noted for his courage in duels and politics, stood firm against the unconstitutional expansion of federal powers. He brings to life Ben Franklin’s genius for compromise at a deeply divided constitutional convention. And he tells how in 2008, a couple of unlikely challengers persuaded the Supreme Court to rediscover the Second Amendment’s right to keep and bear arms.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Sections of the Constitution may have been forgotten, but it’s not too late to bring them backーif only we remember why we once demanded them and how we later lost them. Drawing on his experience working in all three branches of government, Senator Lee makes a bold case for resurrecting the Lost Constitution to restore and defend our fundamental liberties.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Toy World 'The Land Where Lost Children Live【電子書籍】[ Albert Allen III ]

＜p＞Toy World: The Land Where Lost Children Live follows the journey of children who, after their untimely deaths, find themselves in a magical realm called Toy World. In this enchanting land, they have the chance to live out their childhood dreams and experiences fully. In Toy World, the children meet Mr. Wiskers, a wise and animated teddy bear who guides them through this whimsical place. They encounter the Playground of Dreams, the School of Wonders, and the Town of Laughter, each offering unique experiences and lessons. As they grow older, they learn about the importance of joy, friendship, and the passage of time. Throughout their journey, the children explore the Forest of Reflection, celebrate the Festival of Seasons, and visit the House of Memories. They face the challenges of growing up in the Adventure of Growth and come to terms with the inevitability of aging in the Mystery of the Aging Clock.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Lost Storm Rider【電子書籍】[ Jennifer Macaire ]

＜p＞Carl is a herder, one of the elites who follow their horses through the galaxy in search of new planets. During a passage, Carl's worst nightmare comes true when he falls off his horse. He ends up on Planet Earth, lost for nine centuries and now nearly empty because of a deadly virus.＜/p＞＜p＞He's rescued by Ruby and her father, who nurse him back to heath, because Carl isn't immune and nearly dies when he catches the virus. He tries to adapt to "Mother Earth", a planet run by robots, where everyone is either a breeder or a sterile worker. As time passes, he becomes more attached to Ruby. He doesn't know if he can leave Ruby to her fate, or if she'd consider leaving her family and everything she knows to follow him.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】In Search of Lost Time - Complete Edition (All 7 Books in One Volume) The Masterpiece of 20th Century Literature【電子書籍】[ Marcel Proust ]

＜p＞In "In Search of Lost Time - Complete Edition," Marcel Proust embarks on a profound exploration of memory, time, and the intricacies of human experience. Notable for its stream-of-consciousness narrative style, the work intricately weaves together themes of nostalgia and identity as the narrator reflects on his past. Through meticulously detailed prose and an expansive scope that encapsulates the social fabric of late 19th and early 20th century France, Proust delves into the subtle nuances of everyday life, revealing the complexity beneath seemingly mundane interactions. The multi-layered structure and philosophical depth position this magnum opus as a landmark in modernist literature, inviting readers to ponder the nature of existence and perception. Marcel Proust, a figure synonymous with literary innovation, cultivated a deep fascination for art and the nuances of perception, influenced by his own experiences of loss and longing. His privileged background and rich cultural milieu, combined with both personal struggles and philosophical inquiries into aesthetics and memory, shaped his dedication to this monumental work. It took over a decade to complete, reflecting Proust's dedication to capturing the essence of human experience in all its flawed beauty. "In Search of Lost Time" is a quintessential reading experience for anyone intrigued by the complexities of memory and the passage of time. Proust's lyrical prose invites introspection, making this comprehensive edition a vital addition to any literary collection. Engage with this towering achievement to enrich your understanding of not just literature, but the very fabric of life itself.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】The Lost Prince【電子書籍】[ Frances Hodgson Burnett ]

＜p＞There are many dreary and dingy rows of ugly houses in certain parts of London, but there certainly could not be any row more ugly or dingier than Philibert Place. There were stories that it had once been more attractive, but that had been so long ago that no one remembered the time. It stood back in its gloomy, narrow strips of uncared-for, smoky gardens, whose broken iron railings were supposed to protect it from the surging traffic of a road which was always roaring with the rattle of busses, cabs, drays, and vans, and the passing of people who were shabbily dressed and looked as if they were either going to hard work or coming from it, or hurrying to see if they could find some of it to do to keep themselves from going hungry. The brick fronts of the houses were blackened with smoke, their windows were nearly all dirty and hung with dingy curtains, or had no curtains at all; the strips of ground, which had once been intended to grow flowers in, had been trodden down into bare earth in which even weeds had forgotten to grow. One of them was used as a stone-cutter's yard, and cheap monuments, crosses, and slates were set out for sale, bearing inscriptions beginning with "Sacred to the Memory of." Another had piles of old lumber in it, another exhibited second-hand furniture, chairs with unsteady legs, sofas with horsehair stuffing bulging out of holes in their covering, mirrors with blotches or cracks in them. The insides of the houses were as gloomy as the outside. They were all exactly alike. In each a dark entrance passage led to narrow stairs going up to bedrooms, and to narrow steps going down to a basement kitchen. The back bedroom looked out on small, sooty, flagged yards, where thin cats quarreled, or sat on the coping of the brick walls hoping that sometime they might feel the sun; the front rooms looked over the noisy road, and through their windows came the roar and rattle of it. It was shabby and cheerless on the brightest days, and on foggy or rainy ones it was the most forlorn place in London.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】A Lost Lady: Willa Cather's Elegy for a Bygone Era【電子書籍】[ Willa Cather ]

＜p＞Embark on a journey through the changing landscape of the American West with Willa Cather's poignant novel, "＜strong＞A Lost Lady＜/strong＞." Immerse yourself in a tale of societal shifts, personal transformations, and the enduring spirit of a woman navigating the complexities of life in the early 20th century.＜/p＞ ＜h2＞As Cather unveils the story of Mrs. Forrester, witness the ebb and flow of fortune, the evolving relationships, and the impact of societal changes on individual lives. Each chapter is a canvas painted with the hues of nostalgia, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit.＜/h2＞ ＜p＞But here's the thought-provoking question that echoes through the narrative: How do individuals adapt to the shifting tides of time, and what is lost or gained in the process? Cather's exploration prompts readers to reflect on the timeless themes of change, identity, and the passage of an era.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Explore the nuanced details of this literary gem, where each character is a reflection of the era's challenges and triumphs. Cather's prose not only captures a specific moment in history but also resonates with the universal experiences of love, loss, and the passage of time.＜/p＞ ＜h3＞Are you ready to accompany "＜strong＞A Lost Lady＜/strong＞" on her journey through the complexities of life in the American West? The landscape awaits your exploration.＜/h3＞ ＜p＞Engage with concise, evocative paragraphs that guide you through the emotional and historical terrain of Cather's novel. Each page is an opportunity to delve into the human condition and reflect on the choices that define our lives.＜/p＞ ＜h3＞Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of American literature. "＜strong＞A Lost Lady＜/strong＞" is not just a novel; it's an exploration of a bygone era and the enduring spirit of those who lived through it. Will you traverse the landscapes of change?＜/h3＞ ＜p＞Seize the opportunity to own a timeless portrayal of societal shifts. Purchase "＜strong＞A Lost Lady＜/strong＞" now, and let Cather's words transport you to a world where the echoes of the past resonate with the challenges of the present.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Lost Shepherd What Believers Once Knew about Psalm 23 That the Modern World Has Forgotten【電子書籍】[ Mark Fugitt ]

＜p＞＜strong＞You are not the first sheep to follow the Shepherd; and you will not be the last.＜/strong＞ For 3,000 years, people of faith have found meaning and comfort in the 23rd Psalm. This widely known song has had an impact across time and culture. But in the twenty-first century, this psalm appears idle. For many, it only serves as a short reading at the end of funerals. How did this happen? Most books about Psalm 23 focus only on the author's interpretation. Many are wonderful, yet they offer only perspectives of modern Christians. ＜em＞Lost Shepherd＜/em＞ seeks to enrich the meaning of a passage many Christians believe is almost "too familiar" to appreciate. This book is the perfect cure to break Psalm 23 out of the category of nostalgia and return it to relevance in our daily lives by looking far into the past. ＜em＞Lost Shepherd＜/em＞ allows you to stand with the sheep who have gone before, revealing a better look into the face of our Shepherd. Each chapter examines a line from the psalm and discusses how it has encouraged devotion over the centuries and continues to feed our souls today. Rediscover lost interpretations and consider how Psalm 23 can form your spirit, serving as a source of wisdom for a new generation of Christians.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】From The Lost Letters Sent - Book TWO: 1992 - 1993【電子書籍】[ Lord Chester L. Baldwin II ]

＜p＞'From The Lost Letters Sent' ? Memoirs From An Invisible Songwriter is a four-book series written about the life and times of Lord Chester L. Baldwin II (Lord Baldwin) as he went about creating his, 'Archive Series' of 38 albums, comprising over 320 songs and musical creations, recorded between 1985 and 2001.＜/p＞ ＜p＞All works were recorded and engineered in Lord Baldwin's bedroom, using a Tascam 4-track analog tape recorder, with Lord Baldwin performing and singing all the songs, playing all the instruments; guitars, harmonicas, pianos and keyboards and his challenges to recording and engineering all the finished products.＜/p＞ ＜p＞The books, 'From The Lost Letters Sent' ? Memoirs From An Invisible Songwriter also documents all the poetry, (lyrics) to the songs as well as documenting Lord Baldwin's life and times through a series of memoirs that details what was going on in his life at the time, as a family man, and husband and father, as well as why it was he wrote the songs that he did, and maybe, sprinkled with added storylines here and there about his aspirations and feeling about his creations, his varied accomplishments, the disappointments and failures, as well as his ambitions, hopes and dreams as he was creating the albums.＜/p＞ ＜p＞There is also documentation on the creations and placements to all of the art to the 38 albums previously mentioned.＜/p＞ ＜p＞This book, 'From The Lost Letters Sent' ? Memoirs From An Invisible Songwriter - Book TWO: 1992 ? 1993' sheds light on the prolific, high-volume of writings and recordings of his second nine albums; documenting the lyrics and memoirs of songs, musical compositions and stories behind sixty-nine songs that were recorded in that six month period between July of 1992 and May of 1993,… and of course, Lord Baldwin playing guitars, keyboards, pianos, harmonicas and all the other instruments as well as supplying all the voices to the recordings.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Lord Baldwin illuminates his epic passage into his writings and recordings, starting with simple, two-track recordings,… documenting how his writings and his music compositions evolved through his progression and lyrical and musical journey,… a journey that Lord Baldwin is still traveling down.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】The Covenant of Water An Oprah's Book Club Selection【電子書籍】[ Abraham Verghese ]

＜p＞＜strong＞OPRAH'S BOOK CLUB PICK＜/strong＞＜br /＞ ＜strong＞INSTANT ＜em＞NEW YORK TIMES＜/em＞ BESTSELLER＜/strong＞＜br /＞ ＜strong＞SUBJECT OF A SIX-PART SUPER SOUL PODCAST SERIES HOSTED BY OPRAH WINFREY＜/strong＞＜br /＞ ＜strong＞ONE OF BARACK OBAMA'S BEST BOOKS OF 2023＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞＜strong＞'One of the best books I've read in my entire life. It's epic. It's transportive . . . It was unputdownable!'＜/strong＞ ＜strong＞Oprah Winfrey, OprahDaily.com＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞Spanning the years 1900 to 1977, ＜em＞The Covenant of Water＜/em＞ follows a family in southern India that suffers a peculiar affliction: in every generation, at least one person dies by drowning - and in Kerala, water is everywhere.＜/p＞ ＜p＞At the turn of the century a twelve-year-old girl, grieving the death of her father, is sent by boat to her wedding, where she will meet her forty-year-old husband for the first time. From this poignant beginning, the young girl and future matriarch - known as Big Ammachi - will witness unthinkable changes at home and at large over the span of her extraordinary life, full of the joys and trials of love and the struggles of hardship.＜/p＞ ＜p＞A shimmering evocation of a lost India and of the passage of time itself, ＜em＞The Covenant of Water＜/em＞ is a hymn to progress in medicine and to human understanding, and a humbling testament to the hardships undergone by past generations for the sake of those alive today. Imbued with humour, deep emotion and the essence of life, it is one of the most masterful literary novels published in recent years.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Epitome of the Ancient History of Japan【電子書籍】[ Nicholas McLeod ]

＜p＞＜strong＞"McLeod gives a list of the emperors of Japan...the first of them is Osee...the same name as that of the last King of Israel." -＜em＞The American Israelite, May 18, 1905＜/em＞＜br /＞ "McLeod in his book 'Epitome of the Ancient History of Japan'...points out the agreement between the first known king of Japan, Osee, 730 B.C. and the last king of Israel who was Hosea, who died in 722 B.C." -＜em＞Buffalo Times, Feb. 3, 1924＜/em＞＜br /＞ "Contains proofs of the Japanese descent from Osee, the last king of Israel." -＜em＞A Bibliography of the Japanese Empire (1895)＜/em＞＜br /＞ "The descendants of a Negro race may also be seen in different parts of the country." -＜em＞Nicholas McLeod＜/em＞＜br /＞ "Spent decades in Japan, wrote Japanese history as a history of the ten tribes in the Japanese isles." -＜em＞The Ten Lost Tribes: A World History (2009)＜/em＞＜br /＞ "McLeod self-published several books theorizing the Japanese people were actually Israelites." -＜em＞Early Mormon Missionary Activities in Japan (2010)＜/em＞＜br /＞ "Speculated that Japanese people themselves may be direct descendants of part of the Ten Lost Tribes." -＜em＞Jesus: From India to Japan (2017)＜/em＞＜br /＞ "One group was what he called the Japanese Jewish people, even mentioned a black race, similar to those in Africa." -＜em＞Rediscovering Japan (2010)＜/em＞＜br /＞ "A good summary of evidence for Jewish origins found by that author, still mentioned by proponents today." -＜em＞The Sacred Science of Ancient Japan (2014)＜/em＞＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞Can evidence of the Lost Tribes of Israel be found in Japan? Yes, the holy class of Japan is descended from the Lost Tribes of Israel; the first known king of Japan was called Osee and came to the throne in 730 B.C., identifying him with Hoshea, the last king of Israel, who died in 722 B.C. Or so claims Nicholas McLeod in his 1878 book "Epitome of the Ancient History of Japan."＜/p＞ ＜p＞A Scot who started his career in the herring industry before he ended up in Japan as a missionary, Nicholas McLeod (1868?1889) was a native of the Isle of Skye, Scotland, who was known for his theory that the Japanese people descended from the Lost Tribes of Israel. McLeod also provides evidence that "descendants of a Negro race" could be found in remote regions of Japan.＜/p＞ ＜p＞McLeod's 1878 book contain extensive comparisons of the religious rituals of Judaism and Shintoism as evidence of the links between ancient Israel and Japan.＜/p＞ ＜p＞According to Zvi Ben-Dor Benite, MacLeod had been a missionary who spent decades in Japan and Korea "searching for the true Israelites". The following passage is an example from the book in which McLeod draws correlations between his observations on Japan and the fulfillment of biblical prophecy:＜/p＞ ＜p＞"The civilized race of the Aa. Inus, the Tokugawa and the Machi No Hito of the large towns, by dwelling in the tent or tabernacle shaped houses first erected by Jin Mu Tenno, have fulfilled Noah's prophecy regarding Japhet, 'He shall dwell in the tents of Shem.'"＜/p＞ ＜p＞Regarding dark-skinned Japanese, McLeod writes:＜/p＞ ＜p＞"In my travels I came across the remnants of a Black Race, nearly all of them had the woolly head and features of the Negro... Negro faces are to be seen scattered up and down the Empire; they have the complexion of a Mulatto. ...The Japanese called them Black Devils."＜/p＞ ＜p＞McLeod's remarkable book is still cited to the present day by proponents of the Japanese Jewish ancestry theory.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Swann's Way Exploring Time, Memory, and Love: A Deep Dive into Proustian Themes【電子書籍】[ Marcel Proust ]

＜p＞In "Swann's Way," the first volume of Marcel Proust's monumental work "In Search of Lost Time," the author masterfully weaves a narrative rich in introspection and memory, establishing a new paradigm in literary style. Through the use of stream-of-consciousness and intricate character sketches, Proust explores themes of love, art, and time, employing vivid imagery and detailed observations that evoke a profound sense of nostalgia. The novel's fragmented structure and temporal shifts invite readers to ponder the complexities of human experience, culminating in a meditation on the nature of remembrance itself. Marcel Proust, a French novelist and essayist, was deeply influenced by his own experiences of love and societal observation, often drawing from his affluent upbringing in Paris. His intimate understanding of the nuances of social interactions and the psychological depth of human emotions lends authenticity to the characters in "Swann's Way." Proust's delicate exploration of passion, particularly through the lens of Charles Swann's yearning for Odette, reflects not only personal struggles but also broader philosophical inquiries into desire and identity. This seminal work is essential for any reader seeking to comprehend the intricacies of human consciousness and the passage of time. Proust's evocative prose beckons readers to reflect deeply on their own memories and experiences. "Swann's Way" stands as a timeless exploration of art and love, inviting an engagement with both its narrative and philosophical depths.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Simplicius: On Aristotle Physics 1?8 General Introduction to the 12 Volumes of Translations【電子書籍】

＜p＞Supporting the twelve volumes of translation of Simplicius' great commentary on Aristotle's ＜em＞Physics＜/em＞, all published by Bloomsbury in the ＜em＞Ancient Commentators on Aristotle＜/em＞ series, between 1992 and 2021, this volume presents a general introduction to the commentary. It covers the philosophical aims of Simplicius' commentaries on the ＜em＞Physics＜/em＞ and the related text ＜em＞On the Heaven＜/em＞; Simplicius' methods and his use of earlier sources; and key themes and comparison with Philoponus' commentary on the same text.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Simplicius treats the ＜em＞Physics＜/em＞ as a universal study of the principles of all natural things underlying the account of the cosmos in ＜em＞On the Heaven＜/em＞. In both treatises, he responds at every stage to the now lost Peripatetic commentaries of Alexander of Aphrodisias, which set Aristotle in opposition to Plato and to earlier thinkers such as Parmenides, Empedocles and Anaxagoras. On each passage, Simplicius after going through Alexander's commentary raises difficulties for the text of Aristotle as interpreted by Alexander. Then, after making observations about details of the text, and often going back to a direct reading of the older philosophers (for whom he is now often our main source, as he is for Alexander's commentary), he proposes his own solution to the difficulties, introduced with a modest 'perhaps', which reads Aristotle as in harmony with Plato and earlier thinkers.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Kino's Journey - The Beautiful World 8【電子書籍】[ Keiichi Sigsawa ]

＜p＞Master was completely lost in relaxation. With his long legs stretched out on the beach, he peered out at the horizon with a satisfied gaze. He looked so peaceful that he might fall asleep at any moment.“Oh, dear,” I thought. After three days and three nights of the long, hard battle with the rulers of that land known as the “Tower Tribe,” even Master Shizu was exhausted.Shizu and his canine companion, Riku, seek passage across the great sea to continue their exploration of the world. But to get across, they have to take a lengthy journey on a gargantuan ship that is its own nation. This new land holds many new experiences and a new friend for the former prince and his talking dog. But before long, Shizu comes across a troubling secret that he can’t ignore…The thrilling tales of travel and discovery come to a close in this final volume of Kino’s Journey: the Beautiful World!＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Mary Norton of New Jersey Congressional Trailblazer【電子書籍】[ David L. Porter ]

＜p＞Mary Norton of New Jersey: Congressional Trailblazer tells the compelling story of Mary Norton, who served in the United States House of Representatives for 13 terms from 1925 to 1951, featuring her significant role as a congressional pioneer for women and American workers. The daughter of Irish immigrants, Norton grew up in a Roman Catholic, working-class family and was prodded to enter politics by Jersey City mayor Frank Hague. One of the first five women elected to the United States Congress, she cut a fresh path for women of ordinary means as the first female elected to the House from the Democratic Party, an eastern state, or urban center east of the Mississippi River.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Norton’s political career paralleled mayor Hague’s tight control of Jersey City and president Franklin Roosevelt’s national leadership during the Depression and World War II. Norton’s connection with Hague’s Jersey City Democratic Party political machine clouded her career, but Hague seldom tried to influence her legislative behavior.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Norton, the first woman to chair four House committees including a major committee, consistently supported legislation helping economically disadvantaged Americans and encouraged women to enter politics. At the helm of the District of Columbia Committee from 1931 to 1937, she served as unofficial mayor of Washington, D.C. and helped enact long-needed political, economic, and social legislation for its citizens. Her most valuable work came as head of the powerful Labor Committee from 1937 to 1947. Norton helped secure House passage of the landmark Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, establishing a national minimum hourly wage and maximum workweek. She sought to improve working conditions for America’s newly industrialized workers and defended the Wagner Act of 1935, allowing employees to bargain collectively for the value of their work.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Norton also helped secure federal funding for several Hudson County projects benefitting her Irish, Roman Catholic, working-class constituents. The expansion of mayor Hague’s gargantuan Medical Center Complex and the construction of Roosevelt Stadium provided numerous jobs for unemployed Hudson County residents. Norton, who never lost an election and was reelected by decisive margins, was the first woman elected as a freeholder in New Jersey and to direct a state Democratic Party.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】An Introduction to the Prose and Poetical Works of John Milton Comprising All the Autobiographic Passages in His Works, the More Explicit Presentations of His Ideas of True Liberty【電子書籍】[ John Milton ]

＜p＞In 'An Introduction to the Prose and Poetical Works of John Milton', readers are taken on a comprehensive journey through the diverse literary creations of the renowned English poet and writer. The book delves into Milton's influential prose works such as 'Areopagitica' and 'The Doctrine and Discipline of Divorce', as well as his timeless poetic masterpieces like 'Paradise Lost' and 'Lycidas'. Each work is analyzed in terms of its thematic depth, intricate language, and historical significance within the context of Milton's era. Moreover, the book provides insights into Milton's use of classical and Biblical allusions, as well as his innovative approach to the English language. Through meticulous examination, readers gain a profound understanding of Milton's lasting impact on English literature. John Milton, a devout Christian and political activist, was driven by a desire to explore complex moral and theological ideas through his writings. His experiences living during a period of political upheaval and religious turmoil shaped his perspectives on various social issues, which are reflected in his works. Milton's dedication to intellectual inquiry and poetic craftsmanship solidified his reputation as a literary giant of the seventeenth century. I highly recommend 'An Introduction to the Prose and Poetical Works of John Milton' to readers who seek a deeper appreciation for the works of this iconic English poet. This book serves as an invaluable guide to understanding Milton's literary genius and the enduring relevance of his works in the modern literary landscape.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Sweet and Thorough Hucow Cleaning The Betty Series, #3【電子書籍】[ Xassie Xhali ]

＜p＞In this heartwarming tale, follow the journey of a young hucow as she navigates the challenges of her new life at the hucow ranch. Feeling lost and unsure after she rejects a bull for trying to access her unopened passage, she catches the attention of Farmer Anthony, a compassionate and caring soul.＜/p＞ ＜p＞As Farmer Anthony takes her under his wing, he patiently guides her through the ways of being a hucow with kindness and understanding. Together, they forge a deep bond that goes beyond mere instruction, leading our protagonist to embrace her first deep cleaning of her entire body and find her place in the ranch community.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Dive into a world where compassion and love prevail, and witness the transformative power of genuine connections. Join us on this journey of growth and BDSM style tenderness, as we explore the profound connection between Farmer Anthony and his beloved hucow prot?g?.＜/p＞ ＜p＞This scene contains extremely strong themes. Please be aware it features:＜br /＞ *Clamps＜br /＞ *Stretching＜br /＞ *Enema play＜br /＞ *Enema cramps＜br /＞ *Medical Play＜br /＞ *Strong BDSM elements＜br /＞ *Breast bondage＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Within A Budding Grove A Timeless Journey Through Desire and Reflection【電子書籍】[ Marcel Proust ]

＜p＞Within A Budding Grove, the second volume of Marcel Proust's monumental masterpiece, In Search of Lost Time, intricately explores the themes of memory, time, and the nature of art through a richly woven narrative style that blends introspective prose with vivid imagery. Proust employs a stream-of-consciousness technique, allowing characters'?? thoughts and feelings to intertwine in a manner that reflects the fluidity of human experience. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century French society, the novel delves into the complexities of adolescence, desire, and the ephemeral nature of beauty, revealing the protagonist's evolving understanding of love and existence as he navigates the intricacies of social life and artistic ambition. Marcel Proust, a notable figure in French literature, was deeply influenced by his own experiences of love, loss, and sociocultural dynamics, which drive the thematic explorations in this work. His personal struggles with illness and a restless search for meaning transformed his reflections on the passage of time into profound literary observations. This novel exemplifies Proust's belief in the close interplay between recollection and self-discovery, rendered with precision and lyrical beauty. For readers intrigued by the intersections of memory, identity, and society, Within A Budding Grove is essential. This volume invites a deep engagement with its lyrical prose and richly textured characters, ultimately offering insights into universal human experiences. Proust's work challenges us to confront the past, prompting reflection on our own lives and the fleeting moments that shape our identities.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Cities of the Plain A Poetic Exploration of Love, Desire, and Memory in 20th Century France【電子書籍】[ Marcel Proust ]

＜p＞In "Cities of the Plain," the concluding volume of Marcel Proust's monumental work "In Search of Lost Time," the author intricately weaves a tapestry of memory, desire, and time. Employing his hallmark style of long, flowing sentences and profound psychological insights, Proust delves into the complexities of human relationships, particularly the tension between art and life, as well as the ephemeral nature of beauty and love. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century France, this narrative explores the interactions and misunderstandings among an ensemble of characters, ultimately encapsulating themes of longing, loss, and the eternal quest for understanding oneself amidst societal constraints. The book's literary context is steeped in a post-impressionistic nuance, seamlessly blending the personal and the universal, which reinforces its poignant reflections on existence. Marcel Proust (1871-1922), a French novelist, essayist, and critic, is renowned for his exploratory and introspective writing style. His own experiences with love, loss, and creative endeavors profoundly influenced his works. Proust was known to have drawn from his rich Parisian upbringing and his contemplative nature, which shaped his unique perspective on the passage of time and the depth of human emotions. "Cities of the Plain" is a profound and thought-provoking read for those seeking to explore the intricacies of memory and identity. Ideal for both seasoned Proust enthusiasts and new readers, it invites contemplation and reflection on life's ephemeral moments, offering an inimitable glimpse into the labyrinth of the human soul and the societal constructs that envelop it.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】The Guermantes Way Exploring Social Hierarchy and Memory in French Aristocracy【電子書籍】[ Marcel Proust ]

＜p＞In "The Guermantes Way," the third volume of Marcel Proust'??s monumental work "In Search of Lost Time," the narrative delves into the complexities of social dynamics, identity, and the passage of time within the confines of French aristocracy. Proust'??s lyrical prose and stream-of-consciousness technique intertwine intricate character studies with rich descriptions, immersing readers in the world of the Guermantes, a noble family emblematic of societal change. Through the protagonist, Marcel, the novel explores themes of jealousy, aspiration, and existential reflection, encapsulating the transformative experience of art and memory against the backdrop of early 20th-century Parisian society. Marcel Proust, born in 1871 into a well-to-do family, was deeply influenced by his own experiences of societal exclusion and his fascination with art and literature. His acute observations and personal struggles with identity and social belonging provide the impetus for the nuanced characters and settings within "The Guermantes Way." Proust'??s own relationships with the elite, coupled with his introspective nature, significantly shape the narrative'??s exploration of love and rejection. This book is essential for readers interested in the intricacies of human emotions and the philosophical underpinnings of time. Proust'??s masterful prose invites readers to reflect on their perceptions of memory and society, making it a transformative journey for both casual and serious readers alike.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Shuffled Off【電子書籍】[ Robert J. McCarter ]

＜p＞＜strong＞Sometimes death wakes you up...＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞Death comes for us all, but when JJ Lynch dies, it's one hell of a wakeup call. He's forced out of the rut of his going-nowhere meat-life and must embrace his new after-life. With a gallows sense of humor, JJ fights his way through the five stages of grief on a journey you will never forget.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Along the way he has to confront the bardo (his own personal hell) and delicately tie up his loose ends. If he's not careful, one of his loved ones will die.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Life is not easy, even when you're a ghost.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Using technology developed at the University of Arizona, JJ communicates from beyond the veil to tell his mind-bending story of life beyond death in his own words.＜/p＞ ＜p＞"...JJ's heartrending passage, kicking and screaming, through Elisabeth K?bler-Ross' five stages of grief for his lost life, is relatable for any reader who has lost a loved one too soon. The wry humor and raw emotional truth of JJ's journey will have readers rooting for him from death to eternity." Kirkus Reviews＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。

【電子書籍なら、スマホ・パソコンの無料アプリで今すぐ読める！】Swann's Way Enriched edition. Journey into the Depths of Memory and Identity【電子書籍】[ Marcel Proust ]

＜p＞In 'Swann's Way', the inaugural volume of Proust's monumental seven-part series 'In Search of Lost Time', the narrative unfolds through a rich tapestry of memory, time, and desire. Proust employs a stream-of-consciousness style that intricately depicts the protagonist's introspections and associations, blending tender recollections with philosophical musings. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century French society, the novel explores themes of love, art, and social ambition, primarily through the lens of Charles Swann's unrequited love for Odette de Cr?cy, establishing a profound exploration of the complexities of human emotion and perception. Marcel Proust, a key figure in early 20th-century literature, was deeply influenced by his own life experiences, particularly his reflections on memory and the passage of time. His upbringing in bourgeois Parisian society and struggles with illness informed his exploration of existential questions in his writing. 'Swann's Way' draws from his personal encounters and relationships, serving as a polished gem that illuminates the intricacies of both intimate and societal connections. Readers seeking a profound, introspective journey into the labyrinth of memory and identity will find 'Swann's Way' an indispensable exploration. This novel invites readers to reflective engagement, making it not just a story but an experience that resonates on both intellectual and emotional levels. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life. - Handーpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.＜/p＞画面が切り替わりますので、しばらくお待ち下さい。 ※ご購入は、楽天kobo商品ページからお願いします。※切り替わらない場合は、こちら をクリックして下さい。 ※このページからは注文できません。