Editorial: BookRix
A second collection of meditations. This is a continuation of my previous collection, Serenity Meditations. Like its predecessor, Volume II presents ideas that flit through my mind as I sit during my daily meditation. Observed, but not examined, the ideas here presented reflect feelings rather than thoughts.
Following the success of his New York Times bestseller Dumpty, award-winning actor, author, and illustrator John Lithgow presents a brand-new collection of satirical poems chronicling the despotic age of Donald Trump.Trumpty Dumpty Wanted a Crown is darker and more hard-hitting than ever. Lithgow writes and draws with wit and fury as he takes readers through another year of the shocking events involving Trump and his administration. His uproarious poems and illustrations encompass Trump's impeachment, the COVID-19 pandemic, the Black Lives Matter protests, and much more. Lithgow targets Mitch McConnell, Mike Pompeo, Bill Barr, Jared Kushner, Elaine Chao, and many others, but also includes a few heroes of the moment, including Anthony Fauci, Nancy Pelosi, Adam Schiff, and even Barack Obama.The book arrives at a time when it's needed most. With all-new poems and never-before-seen line drawings, Lithgow will once again make readers laugh and pause to remember some of the most defining moments in recent history-skewering the reign of King Dumpty one stanza at a time.Digital audio edition read by the author.Ver libro
Explore an illuminating collection of Tanka poetry that echoes from the depths of uncertainty, darkness, and beauty. Beautifully communicating timeless themes through the form of classic Japanese Tankas, this thought-provoking poetry collection pushes against the border of love and loss, painting a vivid picture with flowing prose and imagery that leaves a lasting impression in the minds of all who read it. Embodying the reflections of poet and author Brett C. Persson, A Leaf on the Wind wades through the tumultuous depths of uncertainty and pain, offering a source of comfort and peace as it plays over stories of hope, nature, and light. With the distinctive syllables and layout that have made Tankas such a popular and beloved form of poetry, A Leaf on the Wind explores the familiar and the profound, expressing deep thoughts and wisdom through a new artistic medium. Channeling creativity to provide readers of all backgrounds with a refreshing poetry collection, this book gifts those familiar with poetry a new outlet, and gives newcomers a memorable introduction to Tankas. Perfect for any poetry fan seeking a new collection to leaf through, this poignant book speaks to your heart and soul, making it perfect for the creative, the visionary, the dreamer, and anybody who seeks knowledge and wisdom in art. A Leaf on the Wind is the culmination of the author's lifelong journey, and it will resonate with anyone who has struggled with addiction, grief, pain, or hardship in their life.Ver libro
'I didn't expect it so soon, that's all. It made it seem so final, all our lives, those decisions all irreversible, immortalised in a slideshow to a Coldplay track.' Helen is forty when she loses her husband. Her daughter Becca is fifteen when her dad dies. Now it's just the two of them... what do they do next? Unfolding through snapshots of a relationship over forty years, Helen explores the threads which bind mother and daughter together, how they damage each other, and how they come to each other's rescue. A play for two actors – about love, grief, and getting ashes stuck to your trouser leg – Helen by Maureen Lennon was shortlisted for the 2020 Theatre503 International Playwriting Award. It was first produced at Theatre503, London, in 2023, in a co-production with Terrain, a company dedicated to promoting Northern artists and the stories they tell.Ver libro
The life and career of a Poet is often thought of as musing at a desk, or lying in a meadow, or on long journeys to find inspiration for their next masterwork. But more often than not a poet was a part-time profession in subservient submission to their actual, salary-paying job. In this volume we bring together those professionals whose skills are based on using words to achieve the ambitions, policies, desires and sleights of hand of their Governments and institutions. This calculated logic and scheming enhances both diplomacy and their poetry.Ver libro
Step into the mystical world of Novalis, one of the great voices of German Romanticism, with The Story of Hyacinth and Roseblossom. This tender fairy tale follows Hyacinth, a melancholy young man, whose longing for something greater drives him on a spiritual journey to uncover the mysteries of life and love. Along the way, he seeks wisdom from nature, strangers, and the unknown, ultimately leading to a reunion with his beloved Roseblossom in a moment of transcendent revelation. Narrated by Christopher Mireider, this audiobook captures both the poetic beauty and philosophical depth of Novalis’s timeless tale, blending romantic affection with mystical allegory.Ver libro
This romantic short story by George Eliot (real name Mary Ann Evans) was first published in 1869. Told in iambic pentameter, it concerns a young Sicilian girl who harbours such intense love for the king that her longing bedevils her until she can express her feelings with the assistance of the minstrel Minuccio.Ver libro
