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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！】When Breath Was Drink For Ghosts【電子書籍】[ Peter Strayer ]

＜p＞When Breath Was Drink for Ghosts is a meditation on love, loss, faith, and the aching beauty of life. In this collection of 200 poems, poet Peter Strayer offers a voice both intimate and expansive, weaving together deeply personal experiences with universal themes that transcend time and place. His poetry moves like memoryーsometimes sharp and immediate, sometimes blurred and elusiveーpulling the reader into a nonlinear yet profoundly structured journey, much like the human soul itself. At the heart of Strayer's work is a reckoning with pain and the longing for redemption. For example, in his poem 'Soliloquy Three (Sonnet 84)', he crafts a haunting portrait of regret and the irreversible consequences of choice. Through vivid imageryーbruises that never quite heal, blood that drips onto spoken viewsーStrayer captures the agony of lost dreams and the slow, often futile search for solace. His poetry does not shy away from suffering but faces it with an honesty that is both bracing and compassionate. And yet, this collection is not merely an elegy to pain. Strayer's work, while steeped in grief, carries the promise of renewal within it. His words stretch toward beauty, toward transcendence, toward the quiet moments that sustain us. There are pastoral poems that celebrate the rhythms of nature and human existenceーpoems that remind us of the simple joys of wind over fields, the hush of morning, and the sacred ordinary. Some love poems, tender and unguarded, speak to the fragility and strength of the human heart. Some spiritual poems wrestle with doubt and belief, with the tension between silence and revelation. Strayer's poetry is both accessible and deeply layered, drawing from classical, philosophical, and spiritual traditions while remaining rooted in the immediacy of the modern world. He writes with a timeless quality, yet his work speaks directly to the wounds of our ageーthe fragmentation, the longing for meaning, and the need for poetry as both refuge and reckoning. As fellow poet Jonathan Jackson writes in his endorsement, "When Breath Was Drink for Ghosts arrives at a time when the world is in desperate need of poetry's healing balm." More than just a collection of verse, this book is an invitationーto pause, reflect, and feel. Each poem asks the reader to step into a space of quiet contemplation, listen to the echoes of their longing, and perhaps find something of themselves in Strayer's carefully chosen words. Whether exploring the depths of sorrow or celebrating the fleeting brilliance of joy, *When Breath Was Drink for Ghosts* lingers in the mind and heart long after the final page is turned. It is not just a bookーit is an experience, a mirror, a testament to the beauty and burden of being alive. When Breath Was Drink for Ghosts is a book for those who seek depth in language and meaning. It will resonate with readers who find solace in poetry that does not flinch from the realities of pain, yet still reaches for beauty. Lovers of classic and contemporary verse alike will appreciate Strayer's blend of accessibility and complexity, his ability to weave the personal with the universal. Those drawn to the works of Rainer Maria Rilke, T.S. Eliot, or Gerard Manley Hopkins will find a kindred spirit in these pages. Likewise, readers with a contemplative natureーthose who wrestle with questions of faith, loss, and the passage of timeーwill discover in this collection a voice that speaks to their own inner journey. Whether for the seasoned poetry reader or someone simply seeking words that resonate in a noisy world, *When Breath Was Drink for Ghosts* offers a space to linger, reflect, and remember what it means to feel deeply.＜/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！】Sylvie souvenirs du Valois【電子書籍】[ G?rard de Nerval ]

＜p＞"Sylvie" is a lyrical and nostalgic narrative that blends elements of romance, memory, and fantasy. The story is set in the Valois region of France and is narrated by a man reflecting on his past loves. The titular character, Sylvie, is a simple country girl whom the narrator loved in his youth. The novella interweaves the narrator's memories of Sylvie with his reminiscences of two other women, Adrienne and Aur?lie, creating a complex tapestry of idealized love and lost innocence.Nerval's writing is known for its poetic and dreamlike quality. In "Sylvie," he explores themes of unattainable love, the passage of time, and the interplay between reality and imagination. The novella is rich in symbolism and imbued with a melancholic longing for a bygone era. Nerval's evocative descriptions of the French countryside and his introspective narrative style make "Sylvie" a poignant and enduring work of literary art.＜/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 Story of Peter Pan Retold from the fairy play by Sir James Barrie【電子書籍】[ J. M. Barrie & Daniel O'Connor ]

＜p＞In this retelling, readers follow the adventures of Peter Pan, a mischievous and eternal boy who refuses to grow up. Peter Pan lives in Neverland, a magical island where he leads a band of Lost Boys and interacts with fairies, pirates, and other fantastical creatures. The story unfolds with Peter Pan whisking Wendy Darling and her brothers away to Neverland, where they experience thrilling escapades, confront Captain Hook and his pirate crew, and discover the importance of imagination and childhood innocence.Daniel O'Connor's adaptation remains faithful to the spirit of Barrie's original work, capturing the whimsy, wonder, and poignant themes of youth, fantasy, and the passage of time. It has been cherished by generations of readers for its engaging storytelling and enduring appeal.＜/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 Daft Days【電子書籍】[ Neil Munro ]

＜p＞Characters and Community Life: The story is populated with a range of characters who represent the different strata of Scottish society, from the local aristocracy to the working-class townsfolk. Munro's characters are vividly drawn, each with their own quirks and personal stories that intersect during the holiday season. The novel explores how these characters interact, sometimes clashing, sometimes coming together in unexpected ways.Themes of Tradition and Change: A central theme in the novel is the tension between tradition and change. The "daft days" represent a time when the usual order is upended, allowing for both joyous celebration and moments of reflection on how life in Inveraray is changing. Some characters cling to the old ways, while others embrace new ideas and ways of living.Humor and Pathos: Munro’s writing is known for its blend of humor and pathos, and "The Daft Days" is no exception. The novel captures the absurdities of small-town life with a gentle, affectionate humor, while also delving into the more poignant aspects of the characters’ lives, such as unfulfilled desires, lost opportunities, and the passage of time.＜/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！】Whispering Veins, The Heartbeat of Mine【電子書籍】[ Maham Tariq ]

＜p＞"Echoes of the Deep" plunges into the heart of the Blackwood Mine, a labyrinth of shadowed tunnels and whispering coal seams. The mine, more than just a workplace, is a living entity, permeated with the echoes of past tragedies and the unsettling presence of the "Whispering Veins." Young, ambitious Caleb, driven by a desire to prove his worth, disregards the seasoned miners' warnings, venturing deeper into the mine's treacherous depths.＜/p＞ ＜p＞His bravado shatters when a creeping, insidious fire engulfs the tunnels, transforming the familiar darkness into a suffocating nightmare. The whispers, once dismissed as mere drafts, escalate into a chilling chorus of moans, hinting at a presence beyond the physical realm. Trapped and disoriented, Caleb encounters Old Silas, a miner whose eyes reflect the mine's somber history. Silas, rather than succumbing to panic, imparts a profound lesson: escape isn't always physical; it's about finding peace within the chaos.＜/p＞ ＜p＞The narrative weaves a tapestry of suspense and horror, blurring the lines between reality and the spectral. The mine becomes a character, its depths holding secrets and its whispers carrying the weight of lost souls. The fire, a manifestation of the earth's raw power, forces the characters to confront their mortality and the fragility of their existence.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Yet, amidst the terror, a glimmer of hope persists. Silas's haunting lullaby, a testament to resilience and acceptance, provides a counterpoint to the encroaching darkness. A miraculous escape, facilitated by a hidden passage revealed by the shifting earth, offers a resolution that is both poignant and hopeful.＜/p＞ ＜p＞"Echoes of the Deep" explores themes of fear, acceptance, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. It's a story that delves into the psychological impact of isolation and the profound connection between humanity and the earth. The narrative leaves the reader with a lingering sense of unease, but also with a renewed appreciation for the resilience of the human spirit and the delicate balance between man and the forces of nature.＜/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 Gilded Republic: A Tale of Two Terms【電子書籍】[ Pablo Calebs ]

＜p＞＜em＞The Gilded Republic: A Tale of Two Terms＜/em＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞＜strong＞A Dystopian Political Thriller＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞In a near-future America where loyalty is law and silence is survival, the Republic has spokenーchoosing continuity over change. As President Donald J. Trump enters his unprecedented second term, democracy fades into spectacle, and allegiance to the Constitution is replaced with unwavering fealty to the Supreme Leader. Surveillance is omnipresent. Dissent is treason. And those who resist disappear without a trace.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Michael Garrett, a former professor branded an intellectual terrorist, has spent years in exile, navigating a nation fractured between loyalists and exiles. When the government accelerates the passage of the ＜strong＞Loyalty Act＜/strong＞, a law designed to crush the last remnants of free thought, Michael and his underground resistance realize that words alone are no longer enoughーthey must act before America is lost forever.＜/p＞ ＜p＞But with the Republic's iron grip tightening and the price of defiance steeper than ever, one question remains: Can tyranny ever be undone, or does the cycle of power and control simply repeat 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 Re in Refuge Essays【電子書籍】[ Adrianne Kalfopoulou ]

＜p＞＜strong＞＜em＞The＜/em＞ re ＜em＞in refuge＜/em＞ is a collection of linked essays that investigate ideas of refuge, broadly defined, from the intimacies of romance to the promises of the nation state.＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞Written over the span of a decade, the collection shapes experiences and events that interrogate their larger political and social contexts. The emerging European refugee crisis, yet to become headline news, frames the opening essays, with stories of those lost in their passage across the Mediterranean. In 2014 Italy and the United Kingdom ended funding for naval rescue operations in the Mediterranean Sea, and the influx of refugees into Greece reconfigures some of Athens' neighborhoods. A once abandoned school building becomes a squat where Kalfopoulou and other volunteers engage with refugee communities that include families from Afghanistan, Syria, and Kurdistan. As Kalfopoulou notes in “The Parts Don’t Add Up” a visual essay, “Embedded in the word refugee is refuge,” suggesting that the vectors of shelter have as much to do with what one carries of culture and place as they are about a tangible home.＜/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！】Written in the Waters A Memoir of History, Home, and Belonging【電子書籍】[ Tara Roberts ]

＜p＞This searing memoir by a National Geographic explorer recounts one woman's epic journey to trace the global slave trade across the Atlantic Oceanーand find her place in the world. For fans of adventurous women's memoirs like Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat Pray Love, Cheryl Strayed's Wild, and Jesmyn Ward's Men We Reaped. When Tara Roberts first caught sight of a photograph at the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History depicting the underwater archaeology group Diving With a Purpose, it called out to her. Here were Black women and men strapping on masks, fins, and tanks to explore Atlantic Ocean waters along the coastlines of Africa, North America, and Central America, seeking the wrecks of slave ships long lost in time. Inspired, Roberts joined themーand started on a path of discovery more challenging and personal than she could ever have imagined.In this lush and lyrical memoir, she tells a story of exploration and reckoning that takes her from her home in Washington, D.C., to an exotic array of locales: Thailand and Sri Lanka, Mozambique, South Africa, Senegal, Benin, Costa Rica, and St. Croix. The journey connects her with other divers, scholars, and archaeologists, offering a unique way of understanding the 12.5 million souls carried away from their African homeland to enslavement on other continents. But for Roberts, the journey is also intensely personal. Inspired by the descendants of those who lost their lives during the Middle Passage, she decides to plumb her own family history and life as a Black woman to help make sense of her own identity.Complex and unflinchingly authentic, this deeply moving narrative heralds an important new voice in literature that will open minds and hearts everywhere.＜/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 Captive【電子書籍】[ Proust, Marcel ]

＜p＞"The Captive" is a poignant novel by Marcel Proust, part of his monumental work "In Search of Lost Time." Set in early 20th-century France, the novel follows the protagonist, Marcel, as he navigates the complexities of love, desire, and memory. At its heart is Marcel's infatuation with the enigmatic Albertine, a young woman whose presence both captivates and frustrates him. As Marcel delves deeper into his feelings for Albertine, he grapples with the nature of obsession, jealousy, and the elusive nature of human relationships. Through Marcel's introspective narration, Proust explores themes of longing, identity, and the passage of time with exquisite detail and insight. "The Captive" is a profound exploration of the human condition, revealing the intricacies of the heart and mind in the pursuit of love and understanding.＜/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【電子書籍】[ Marcel Proust ]

＜p＞"Within a Budding Grove" is the second volume in Marcel Proust's monumental seven-volume novel "In Search of Lost Time" (? la recherche du temps perdu). Originally published in French as "? l'ombre des jeunes filles en fleurs" (In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower) in 1919, it continues the narrative begun in the first volume, "Swann's Way."＜/p＞ ＜p＞The novel is a sprawling exploration of memory, perception, and the passage of time, told through the perspective of the narrator, Marcel. "Within a Budding Grove" follows Marcel's adolescent experiences and romantic pursuits during his summer holidays in the seaside town of Balbec.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Throughout the novel, Marcel becomes infatuated with several young girls, including Albertine, who becomes a central figure in his life. The narrative delves into Marcel's inner thoughts and emotions as he navigates the complexities of desire, jealousy, and social interaction.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Proust's prose is characterized by its intricate detail, introspective reflections, and meandering narrative style. He delves deeply into the psychology of his characters, exploring the nuances of human relationships and the ways in which memory shapes our understanding of the world.＜/p＞ ＜p＞"Within a Budding Grove" is celebrated for its lyrical prose, psychological depth, and evocative depiction of the human experience. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest achievements of modernist literature and has had a profound influence on subsequent writers and artists.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Proust's "In Search of Lost Time" is considered a pinnacle of French literature and a masterwork of the novel form, and "Within a Budding Grove" is a central and essential part of this monumental literary achievement.＜/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！】Time Regained【電子書籍】[ Proust, Marcel ]

＜p＞"Time Regained" is the final volume of Marcel Proust's monumental seven-part novel, "In Search of Lost Time" (? la recherche du temps perdu), also known as "Remembrance of Things Past." Published posthumously in 1927, it concludes the intricate narrative that spans over 4,000 pages. In this volume, the narrator reflects on his life and memories, offering profound insights into human experience, memory, and the passage of time. Set against the backdrop of World War I and its aftermath, the novel delves into themes of love, art, society, and the fleeting nature of existence. Through a series of introspective recollections and encounters with old acquaintances, the narrator seeks to reconcile the fragments of his past and find meaning in the passage of time. "Time Regained" serves as a poignant and introspective exploration of memory, identity, and the transformative power of art, solidifying Proust's reputation as one of the greatest literary figures of the 20th century.＜/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 Sweet Cheat Gone【電子書籍】[ Proust, Marcel ]

＜p＞"The Sweet Cheat Gone," also known as "Albertine Gone" (original French title: "La Fugitive"), is a novel by Marcel Proust, published as a part of his monumental work "In Search of Lost Time" (? la recherche du temps perdu). In this section of the novel, the narrator, Marcel, reflects on his relationship with Albertine Simonet, a young woman he loves deeply but who eventually leaves him. The novel explores themes of love, jealousy, memory, and the passage of time. Marcel's intricate and introspective narrative delves into the complexities of human emotions and the elusive nature of the past. As he grapples with his memories of Albertine and the dissolution of their relationship, Marcel's introspection becomes a profound exploration of the human experience, memory, and the ways in which our perceptions of the past can shape our present and future. "The Sweet Cheat Gone" is a beautifully written and introspective work that adds to the richness and depth of Proust's magnum opus.＜/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【電子書籍】[ Marcel Proust ]

＜p＞"Swann's Way" is the first volume in Marcel Proust's monumental seven-part novel "In Search of Lost Time" (? la recherche du temps perdu), also translated as "Remembrance of Things Past." It was published in 1913 in French. This novel is considered one of the greatest works of literature of the 20th century.＜/p＞ ＜p＞"Swann's Way" introduces many of the themes and characters that will recur throughout the entire series. The novel is famous for its intricate and introspective narrative style, where the narrator, often identified with Proust himself, delves into the recesses of memory and consciousness.＜/p＞ ＜p＞The narrative primarily focuses on the narrator's memories of his childhood in Combray, a fictional town inspired by Proust's own experiences. The most significant storyline in "Swann's Way" centers around Charles Swann, a wealthy and cultivated Parisian who becomes infatuated with a woman named Odette de Cr?cy. Their tumultuous relationship serves as a lens through which Proust explores themes of love, jealousy, memory, and the passage of time.＜/p＞ ＜p＞"Swann's Way" is renowned for its lyrical prose, detailed descriptions, and psychological depth. Proust's exploration of memory and perception revolutionized the novel as a form and influenced generations of writers and artists.＜/p＞ ＜p＞While "Swann's Way" is the first volume in "In Search of Lost Time," each volume stands alone as a complete work while also contributing to the overarching narrative of the series. The novel is often considered challenging due to its length and complex narrative structure, but it rewards readers with its profound insights into the human experience.＜/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 Day of His Youth【電子書籍】[ Alice Brown ]

＜p＞"The Day of His Youth" likely follows the story of a protagonist as they reflect on their past and the events that shaped their youth. Set in a New England town, the narrative may unfold through a series of recollections and flashbacks, offering insights into the protagonist's experiences, relationships, and personal growth.The novel may explore themes of memory, nostalgia, and the passage of time, as the protagonist grapples with the complexities of adulthood while reminiscing about the innocence and idealism of their youth. Through vivid descriptions and poignant reflections, the story may evoke a sense of longing for the past and a yearning to recapture lost moments of youth and vitality.As the protagonist revisits key events and encounters from their past, they may confront unresolved emotions, regrets, and the bittersweet realization that time waits for no one. The narrative may blend elements of romance, drama, and introspection, offering readers a compelling journey through the protagonist's memories and innermost thoughts.＜/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！】Ever Fae【電子書籍】[ Tiffany Shand ]

＜p＞＜strong＞Everlight Academy＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞Magic can be a blessing or a curse.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Seventeen-year-old Silvana Eldry, a faeling, lives in fear. Shunned by society, bullied by her classmates, and ignored by her foster parents, she's an outcast in a world ruled by the fae. When she's offered a prestigious placement at Everlight Academy, she finds herself in a strange, new world. One filled with magic, gorgeous fae beings, and the chance to learn about her powers.＜/p＞ ＜p＞But there's a catch! There are trials and challenges ahead because Everlight doesn't just let students survive. They must earn their survival. And Silvy must tear herself from the unwavering connection she feels to a handsome fae prince. Will her quest for a new life cost her everything or will she get the new life she craves?＜/p＞ ＜p＞＜strong＞Elfhame Academy＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞I lost my slayer heritage the day my mum was murdered.＜/p＞ ＜p＞I'm Cassie Morgan. I've carried a feeling of emptiness with me since I was twelve. When they took my mother's life, a part of me went with her. Now, thanks to a caring aunt and the passage of time, I'm ready for answers about where I came from and the mother I lost.＜/p＞ ＜p＞I can't deny who I am any longer. The lure of the Elven realm beckons.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Surprises were expected, but I never imagined my journey would introduce me to a baby dragon or reunite me with an old friend. For the time being, all is well… until it's not.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Danger lies ahead.＜/p＞ ＜p＞When my aunt is arrested, it's up to me to help. The question is ? at what cost?＜/p＞ ＜p＞I don't know where this trail will lead, but I have no doubt, more trouble lies ahead.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Dying for answers isn't part of the plan.＜/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！】Statue of Liberty【電子書籍】[ Ahmad Fischer ]

＜p＞The Statue of Liberty was carefully created by French artists, and its creation embodies the hard work of countless craftsmen. She traveled across the ocean from Europe to the United States, carrying the beautiful meaning of friendship and freedom. The torch held high by the statue, burning with an everlasting flame, illuminates the way forward for people lost in the darkness, and becomes a firm belief in the pursuit of freedom in people's hearts. The seven-star crown on her head represents the hope of the seven continents, conveying the ideals of freedom, equality and fraternity. The fluttering skirt shows the tenderness and tenacity of women, and records the passage of time and the growth of this land.＜/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！】Strange Hymn Poems【電子書籍】[ Carlene Kucharczyk ]

＜p＞“I’ll tell you everything I know. Though there might not be much to tell,” confesses the speaker in ＜em＞Strange Hymn＜/em＞ by Carlene Kucharczyk, in a meticulously crafted lyrical journey exploring morality and humanity. The poems here grapple with understanding physical loss: “I wanted / to know at once and definitively our animal bodies / were not all we were. It is shameful to be this fragile.” They also engage with the more abstract slipping away of memory and time: “Since I was born, I have been forgetting. Forgetting what I have wanted to remember.” Kucharczyk’s insightful poems blur the lines between history and myth, love and grief, song and silence.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Caught between lamenting the passage of time and rejoicing in small beauties, she writes, “I tell you, I wish we could stay here longer / in this hotel of lost grandeur, this palace of interesting disarray, / and stay here with these pieces of the impersonal past / that have somehow not yet outlasted their small lights.” Each moment reflects on our ephemeral lives from musings on art and nature to reflections on the self, asking “Is a mirror a sort of glass house? / And, is there a way to see ourselves besides through the glass?”＜/p＞ ＜p＞As readers traverse this collection, they learn how the body sings, the many iterations of Mary, what sirens truly think of Odysseus, how a Morning Glory unfurls, and lessons in orthodontics, but most importantly, how to live with absence. Kucharczyk is a master of manipulating time and space through her dynamic use of form, creating a narrative that begs, “After I’m gone, don’t bury my bodyー / Burn it, and turn it into song.”＜/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！】Moonfleet【電子書籍】[ John Meade Falkner ]

＜p＞The story follows the adventures of a young orphan named John Trenchard who gets involved in the world of smuggling after discovering a hidden crypt filled with contraband in Moonfleet. As he becomes entangled in the activities of the smugglers, he forms a bond with the charismatic and enigmatic smuggler Elzevir Block. The novel depicts their dangerous escapades, encounters with law enforcement, and the search for a lost diamond.John Meade Falkner's "Moonfleet" is renowned for its vivid portrayal of the coastal landscape, creating a rich atmosphere that adds depth to the story. It combines elements of mystery, suspense, and themes of loyalty, friendship, and the passage from adolescence to adulthood.The novel is beloved for its captivating storytelling, compelling characters, and the depiction of the smuggling culture prevalent in the region during that era. Falkner's descriptive writing style and the sense of adventure and intrigue throughout the narrative have made "Moonfleet" a timeless classic in English literature.＜/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！】U POTRAZI ZA IZGUBLJENIM VREMENOM PREVEO MD. THANDA MIA【電子書籍】[ Marcel Proust ]

＜p＞"In Search of Lost Time" (original French title: ? la recherche du temps perdu) by Marcel Proust is widely regarded as one of the greatest literary works of the 20th century. This profound seven-volume novel takes readers on a deep exploration of memory, time, and human experience. Through the eyes of its unnamed narrator, Proust delves into the complexities of love, desire, loss, and self-discovery.＜/p＞ ＜p＞At the heart of this masterpiece is the theme of memory, particularly the famous moment when the narrator’s sensory experience of a madeleine dipped in tea triggers a flood of memories from his past. Proust's exploration of how time, once lost, can never be fully reclaimed resonates deeply with readers, reminding us that our memories, no matter how fleeting, shape who we are.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Originally published between 1913 and 1927, "In Search of Lost Time" remains a powerful and timeless meditation on the passage of time and the nature of human consciousness. This public domain work invites a new generation of readers to discover the beauty of Proust's intricate prose and profound insights into the human condition.＜/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！】MENETETTY? AIKAA ETSIM?SS?【電子書籍】[ Marcel Proust ]

＜p＞Marcel Proust’s In Search of Lost Time (? la recherche du temps perdu) stands as one of the most celebrated literary masterpieces of the 20th century. Spanning seven volumes, this profound novel intricately explores themes of memory, time, love, desire, loss, and self-discovery through the reflective journey of its unnamed narrator.＜/p＞ ＜p＞A defining moment in the novel occurs when the simple act of tasting a madeleine dipped in tea unexpectedly awakens a cascade of vivid memories from the narrator’s past. This iconic scene encapsulates Proust’s central theme: the elusive nature of time and the profound role of involuntary memory in shaping our identity. His exploration of how moments, once lost, can be fleetingly reclaimed through memory continues to resonate deeply with readers.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Published between 1913 and 1927, In Search of Lost Time remains a timeless meditation on human consciousness and the passage of time. Now in the public domain, Proust’s intricate prose and philosophical depth continue to inspire new generations, inviting them to embark on an unforgettable literary journey into the essence of memory and existence.＜/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！】I S?G EFTER TABT TID OVERSAT AF MD. THANDA MIA【電子書籍】[ Marcel Proust ]

＜p＞Marcel Proust’s In Search of Lost Time (? la recherche du temps perdu) is widely celebrated as one of the greatest literary achievements of the 20th century. This profound seven-volume novel offers a deeply introspective exploration of memory, time, and the human experience. Through the eyes of its unnamed narrator, Proust examines the intricacies of love, desire, loss, and self-discovery with unparalleled depth and sensitivity.＜/p＞ ＜p＞At the heart of this masterpiece is the theme of memory, encapsulated in the famous scene where the narrator’s experience of tasting a madeleine dipped in tea unexpectedly unlocks a flood of childhood recollections. Proust’s meditation on the fleeting nature of time and the power of involuntary memory resonates deeply, reminding us that while lost time can never be fully reclaimed, our past remains an integral part of who we are.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Originally published between 1913 and 1927, In Search of Lost Time endures as a powerful reflection on the passage of time and the nature of human consciousness. Now in the public domain, this literary treasure continues to captivate new generations, inviting readers to immerse themselves in Proust’s intricate prose and profound insights into the human condition.＜/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！】P?I HLED?N? ZTRACEN?HO ?ASU P?ELO?IL PAN? THANDA MIA【電子書籍】[ Marcel Proust ]

＜p＞In Search of Lost Time: A Masterpiece of Memory and Self-Discovery＜/p＞ ＜p＞Marcel Proust’s In Search of Lost Time (? la recherche du temps perdu) is widely acclaimed as one of the greatest literary achievements of the 20th century. This monumental seven-volume novel intricately explores themes of memory, time, love, loss, and self-discovery through the introspective journey of its unnamed narrator.＜/p＞ ＜p＞At the heart of the novel lies Proust’s profound meditation on memory, exemplified by the iconic moment when the taste of a madeleine dipped in tea unexpectedly evokes a cascade of childhood recollections. This involuntary memory unlocks a deep exploration of how past experiences shape identity and perception, reinforcing the novel’s central theme that lost time can never be fully reclaimedーonly revisited through memory.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Published between 1913 and 1927, In Search of Lost Time remains a timeless reflection on human consciousness and the passage of time. Its intricate prose and philosophical depth continue to inspire readers, inviting each generation to immerse themselves in Proust’s unparalleled literary vision.＜/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！】Elfhame Academy Complete Series Elfhame Academy, #4【電子書籍】[ Tiffany Shand ]

＜p＞＜strong＞I lost my slayer heritage the day my mum was murdered.＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞I'm Cassie Morgan. I've carried a feeling of emptiness with me since I was twelve. When they took my mother's life, a part of me went with her. Now, thanks to a caring aunt and the passage of time, I'm ready for answers about where I came from and the mother I lost.＜/p＞ ＜p＞I can't deny who I am any longer. The lure of the Elven realm beckons.＜br /＞ Surprises were expected, but I never imagined my journey would introduce me to a baby dragon or reunite me with an old friend. For the time being, all is well… until it's not.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Danger lies ahead.＜/p＞ ＜p＞When my aunt is arrested, it's up to me to help. The question is ? at what cost?＜/p＞ ＜p＞I don't know where this trail will lead, but I have no doubt, more trouble lies ahead.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Dying for answers isn't part of the plan.＜/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！】Project Sasquatch and a History of the Bonoban Era【電子書籍】[ Christon J. Hurst ]

＜p＞＜strong＞＜em＞Project Sasquatch and a History of the Bonoban Era＜/em＞ is a New Classic of Must-Read Hard Science Fiction＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞This book is written from a historical perspective and presents a 10,000 year record of life in the planetary system of the Sun. The calendar used is the Bonoban Calendar which noted passage of events during the Bonoban Era. That calendar and era began as a reinitiation of the Gregorian Calendar, which previously had recorded time during the Gregorian Era. The reinitiation marked the point when humanity lost it’s genetic innocence by intentionally creating hybrids between humans and bonobos.＜/p＞ ＜p＞About the Author＜br /＞ Christon J. Hurst has a doctorate in virology, which is the study of viruses, and is a consulting microbiologist residing in Cincinnati, Ohio. He has taught professional and university level courses in biology, engineering and public health. He also has taught ballroom dance as fine art for a university and instructed amateur sailing. His previous publications have included twenty-two edited books on a range of microbiology topics. This book is his first effort at writing science fiction.＜/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！】Pals on the Road Stories About My Little Brother and Me【電子書籍】[ Stan E. Hughes aka Ha-Gue-A-Dees-Sas ]

＜p＞Stan E. Hughes aka Ha-Gue-A-Dees-Sas and his little brother pretty much raised themselves since their family was in shambles. Pals on the Road is a combination of true stories and fiction, based on the author’s lifetime. Filled with humorous situations fitting for teenagers and adults, the author takes you through San Diego, the Marines, Yellowstone, and South Dakota before finally settling in the Pacific Northwest with long-lost family.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Ha-Gue-A-Dees-Sas’s little brother passed away in April of 2024, serving as the motivation he needed to get this story to you.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Stan E. Hughes aka Ha-Gue-A-Dees-Sas (Seneca for “Man Seeking His People”) is a retired public school administrator and college professor with an extensive publication background including an Editor’s Choice Award from the International Library of Poetry and the Nation Silver Arrow Award for Excellence in Native American Literature for his book, Medicine Seeker. His publication on Chesapeake Bay history titled “Children of the Blue Fish” continues to be lauded by critics and readers across the country.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Ha-Gue-A-Dees-Sas was very active in Native American education issues, serving as a consultant for the Indian Education Technical Assistance Center at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, where he spoke and lead workshops at conventions from Alaska to Alabama. He was an officer in both the Washington State and Oregon State Indian Education Associations. His developmental years were spent in the Black Hills of South Dakota, considered sacred by the Sioux Nation, and as an adult he participated in the Rite of Passage to warrior-hood during a seven day fast and vision quest in the Big Horn Mountains of Wyoming under the tutelage of traditional shamans from Northern California.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Ha-Gue-A-Dees-Sas is a veteran who served in the United States Army from 1959 to 1965. He had four children, three girls and a boy, all of whom are very successful in their individual endeavors and all who walk gently on the Earth Mother in respect and appreciation. Also, he has six grandchildren, three boys and three girls. His granddaughter is in the Marine Corps at Camp Pendleton, California, and is a sixth-generation warriorーand the first female. His special person, Phyllis Betts, has been his partner for almost thirty years and is retired in the field of public education.＜/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 Debris【電子書籍】[ Kent Cruickshank ]

＜p＞Discover the poignant journey of one man's passage through solitude and emotional isolation. On the surface, he appears ordinary, blending into the streetscape. Yet, within him lies a profound empathy for the overlooked fragments of life: the homeless, abandoned houses, desolate railroad sidings, and forgotten freight tracks. These elements, along with the haunting memories of a bygone era, shape his existence. His childhood whispers to him, filled with voices now lost to the earth, offering wisdom and counsel. Through it all, he persists with a quiet determination, moving forward despite the weight of the past.＜/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！】Musings of a Private Man【電子書籍】[ William A. Horstman ]

＜p＞The most important thing I learned about Bill was his experience with Carl Sagan’s book Contact. There is a story in this collection that Bill wrote called Contact. It’s not a finished piece, nor is it a very cohesive piece, but the experience he is trying to capture is one of the most fascinating and extraordinary events I have ever heard of, and it’s something I will never forget. As you’ll read, when Bill was about 30 years old, he was on a flight home from California, and he had the book Contact that he began reading on that flight. Early in the book a few things jump out to Bill. First, the location of the novel begins in a Wisconsin town near a lake, just like how Bill had grown up near Lake Michigan. Then we find out the main character has lost her father while she’s in grade school, in a sudden way, just as Bill had. But to confirm that this book, which Carl Sagan wrote in 1985, was indeed connected to Bill, was the passage that read his exact name. The sentence is: Billy Horstman, who sat next to her, gently reached out and placed his hand over hers. This book was created by Sally Riessen Hunt (Horstman), Brooke Laufer and Barbara Monier, who together lovingly gathered and organized Bill’s writings with the shared conviction that he was a wondrous man.＜/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 Insider Malcolm Cowley and the Triumph of American Literature【電子書籍】[ Gerald Howard ]

＜p＞＜strong＞A delightful and majestic reckoning with the ascent of American fiction in the twentieth century through the prism of the under-known man who had an astonishing amount to do with it＜/strong＞＜/p＞ ＜p＞Malcolm Cowley is not a household name today, but the American literary canon would look very different without him. A prototypical “man of letters” of his generationーHarvard University, a volunteer in the French ambulance corps in World War I, a rite of passage in Paris after the warーhe became one of the few truly influential critics of the 1920s and ’30s, along with his close ＜em＞New Republic＜/em＞ colleague Edmund Wilson. Cowley’s early support of Hemingway, Fitzgerald, and their setーand indeed for framing this group in generational terms in the first placeーsecured his place in literary history.＜/p＞ ＜p＞Most people are lucky to be part of a single game-changing era in their careers; for Cowley, it happened again and again. After emerging from the political fray of the thirties badly damaged, he retreated behind the scenes as a tastemaker whose import has awaited Gerald Howard to be brought into full view. The process of canon formation is a murky business, and Cowley was a prime mover in it for the better part of four decades, through the Lost Generation, the Beat Generation, and the counterculture of the sixties. Without him, the odds would be much longer that the names William Faulkner, Jack Kerouac, and Ken Kesey, to name just three, would have ever echoed.＜/p＞ ＜p＞In ＜em＞The Insider＜/em＞, Gerald Howard gives an intimate accounting of the fever graph of a fascinating and multifaceted career in the literary trade that uses that career to tell a much bigger story of how American literature took the course that it did from the 1920s to the 1960s. It’s a story of an art form, and an industry, and a country experiencing wrenching change, and the people who made a home in the storm and in no small part shaped it. Howard’s own career as a literary weathermaker is justly acclaimed, and he has brought all his talents of head and heart to bear in crafting this extraordinary book. It’s a gift to booklovers and a major contribution to the cultural history of this country.＜/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！】Jak Barley, Private Inquisitor, and The Case of Absentmindfullness Jak Barley, Private Inquisitor, #9【電子書籍】[ Dan Ehl ]

＜p＞Why does an asylum have so many patients in zombie-like states? Private Inquisitor Jak Barley means to find out, even though it pits him against the shadowy world of his city's elite. What to do when a swarm of bee's hivemind asks Jak to find its kidnapped queen? Take it, of course. The case takes a threatening turn when hired assassins become involved. Could anything go wrong with a free passage on a cruise ship? Yes ? murder, as well as a conspiracy involving a mythical suit of armor hidden in a lost fortress ruins. A problem arises when vying wizard cabals are dead set on possessing the magical-imbued armor. Jak is not without his own support, including the Witch Morgana and his mysterious friend from an alternate world lacking magic, Lorenzo Spasm.＜/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 Question【電子書籍】[ Georg Ebers ]

＜p＞Hatasu is the daughter of the high priest of Amun, and she is destined to become the next high priestess. However, she is in love with her cousin, Rames, who is a member of the royal family. Their love is forbidden, as it is considered incest by the Egyptian religion.When Hatasu's father dies, she must choose between her duty to the gods and her love for Rames. She ultimately chooses her duty, and she becomes the high priestess. However, her love for Rames continues to haunt her, and she must find a way to balance her religious beliefs with her personal desires.The novel is a complex and moving exploration of love, duty, and faith. It also provides a fascinating glimpse into the culture and customs of ancient Egypt.In the passage you quoted, Hatasu's servant is scolding her for staying up late. The servant is worried that Hatasu is not getting enough sleep and that she is wasting the oil in her lamp. Hatasu assures the servant that she is fine and that she will put out the lamp soon. However, the passage also suggests that Hatasu is lost in thought and that she is struggling to come to terms with her difficult situation.＜/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。