Oscar Wilde took London by storm with his first comedy, Lady Windermere's Fan. The combination of dazzling wit, subtle social criticism, sumptuous settings and the theme of a guilty secret proved a winner, both here and in his next three plays, A Woman of No Importance, An Ideal Husband, and his undisputed masterpiece, The Importance of Being Earnest.
These Comedies are among the best loved of Shakespeare's plays. In each a problem emerges, is then intensified to a point of maximum confusion and potential upset, before the chaos is resolved, however improbably, into general goodwill and a spate of marriages. The triumph of these plays lies in the way they mingle humorous stage business and dexterous word play with a more serious study of identity, gender, dreaming, the meaning of love, even of the theatre itself. They reassure us that with…
'What the imagination seizes as Beauty must be truth' So wrote the Romantic poet John Keats (1795-1821) in 1817. This collection contains all of his poetry: the early work, which is often undervalued even today, the poems on which his reputation rests including the 'Odes' and the two versions of the uncompleted epic 'Hyperion', and work which only came to light after his death including his attempts at drama and comic verse.
W. B. Yeats was Romantic and Modernist, mystical dreamer and leader of the Irish Literary Revival, Nobel prizewinner, dramatist and, above all, poet. He began writing with the intention of putting his 'very self' into his poems. T. S. Eliot, one of many who proclaimed the Irishman's greatness, described him as 'one of those few whose history is the history of their own time, who are part of the consciousness of an age which cannot be understood without them'. For anyone interested in the…
Sir James George Frazer (1854-1941) is rightly regarded as one of the founders of modern anthropology. The Golden Bough, his masterpiece, appeared in twelve volumes between 1890 and 1915. This volume is the author's own abridgement of his great work, and was first published in 1922.
From Aristotle and Thomas Aquinas, to Adam Smith and John Maynard Keynes, to the top economic thought leaders of today, The Economics Book is the essential reference for students and anyone else with an interest in how economies work.
Clearly explaining more than 100 groundbreaking ideas in the field, The Psychology Book uses accessible text and easy-to-follow graphics and illustrations to explain the complex theoretical and experimental foundations of psychology.
Updated for a new generation of bike lovers, this visually stunning and comprehensive history of Harley-Davidson charts the company and its bikes decade by decade.
This book is aimed at everybody who uses a bike to get somewhere. With cities increasingly congested and a growing awareness of the impact of our transport choices on the environment, more and more people are coming to rely on bicycles. This book tells you everything you need to know to get you on the road and keep you moving.
To the complete novice learning about philosophy can be daunting - The Philosophy Book changes all that. With the use of powerful and easy to follow images, succinct quotations, and explanations that are easily understandable, this book cuts through any misunderstandings to demystify the subject.
Learning about the vast concept of politics can be daunting, but The Politics Book makes it easier than ever by giving you all the big ideas, simply explained. Step-by-step summaries, graphics, and quotations help even the complete novice understand this fascinating subject.
A comprehensive, fun-to-browse, and easy-to-use source of everything you want to know about the movies and the people behind them, The Film Book is a unique treasure trove of a guide that will appeal to anyone who loves movies.
Getty Images has one of the most important photo collections in the world. The fascinating black-and-white and color photographs in this volume lead observers through almost two centuries of the history of photo journalism.
Smoothies are not just deliciously refreshing but also healthy multi-talents that are very suitable alternatives to soft drinks, sweet snacks, desserts and cocktails. This book introduces a broad range of recipes for every taste: fruit and berry smoothies, yoghurt and breakfast smoothies, vegetable smoothies, dessert smoothies and fruit and berry cocktails.
The ideal drinking companion for any whiskey lover-generous, knowledgeable, and willing to go anywhere-Great Whiskeys covers every whiskey style, from single malt, blended, and grain, to bourbon, rye, and more. Covering 22 countries of heritage and innovative brands, enthusiasts and converts alike will not find a more comprehensive, accessible, and travel-friendly resource.
Simply everything you need to know to learn something new; a practical and inspirational course in growing fruit & veg. Ever wanted to learn how to grow fruit and veg but don't know where to begin? Take the first step with "A Little Course in Growing Veg & Fruit", part of a new series of learning guides from DK where nothing is assumed and everything is explained. You can learn at your own pace, in your own time and in the comfort of your own home and garden.
If you want success in the kitchen, DK's new Step-by-Step Series will take you through every single stage of classic recipes with clear, illustrated, step-by-step instructions that guarantee you will be cooking with confidence.
If you want success in the kitchen, DK's new Step-by-Step Series will take you through every single stage of classic recipes with clear, illustrated, step-by-step instructions that guarantee you will be cooking with confidence.
Enjoy excellent wine without breaking the bank. Everything you need to know about how to enjoy wine without hurting your pocket can be found in "1000 Great Wines That Won't Cost a Fortune". Go on a wine-tasting journey across the globe with an extensive team of wine writers, all experts in their own regions. They'll introduce you to 1000 great-value wines from the world's best wineries but focussing on the more affordable end of their wine lists.
Palatul Parlamentului este un edificiu public așezat pe amplasamentul numit "Dealul Arsenalului" din cornisa Dâmboviței, cornișa care străbate orașul și cuprinde promontoriile cu cele mai frumoase poziții din oraș. Pe acest teren, între cele două razboaie mondiale, edilii prevăzuseră o construcție monumentală, o catedrală care nu s-a mai realizat.
Noua ediţie a volumului Anul Regelui reia, într-o versiune bilingvă (franceză şi engleză), cu un nou design şi cu câteva adăugiri, ediţia publicată de Curtea Veche Publishing în 2011, cu prilejul sărbătoririi vârstei de nouăzeci de ani a Regelui Mihai.
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