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Comprehensive collection of La Rochefoucauld's writings.
First complete translation of Réflexions diverses included.
Insightful analysis of human behavior and motivations.
Influential work for notable thinkers and writers.
Includes extensive introduction and explanatory notes.
Table of alternative maxim numbers for easy referencing.
Valuable index helping explore key themes effectively.
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Explore Dostoevsky's literary masterpiece.
Dive into themes of family and morality.
Rich character development and psychological insight.
Understand the complexities of human nature.
Engaging study guide for literature enthusiasts.
Ideal for students and casual readers alike.
Enhances comprehension of the novel's nuances.
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New translation of Petrarch's works.
Includes autobiographical prose and 27 poems.
Features Petrarch's renowned Canzoniere collection.
Part of Oxford World's Classics series.
Accurate text with expert introductions.
Comprehensive notes for clearer understanding.
Up-to-date bibliographies for further exploration.
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Beautiful new translation of Rilke's masterwork.
Explores complex themes of existence and spirituality.
Features dual-language format for deeper understanding.
Captivating psychological insights into Rilke's poetry.
Renowned translator Edward Snow's exquisite craftsmanship.
Perfect for poetry lovers and scholars alike.
A timeless exploration of human emotion and faith.
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Interdisciplinary study of Galician literature and culture.
Explores contemporary issues like gentrification and language imperialism.
Includes essays from humanities and social sciences.
Addresses youth unemployment and deruralization challenges.
Investigates technocapitalism and gender normativity in Galician society.
Encourages de-essentializing views on Galician cultural identity.
Provides insights from diasporic scholars’ perspectives.
Price Range: $150.00
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Two historical dramas of German literature.
Explores themes of power, freedom, and justice.
Written before and after the French Revolution.
Accurate and elegant blank verse translations.
Includes cultural and intellectual background notes.
Features a family tree of historical relationships.
Part of the respected Oxford World's Classics series.
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Explores capitalism's role in early America.
Analyzes societal changes from 1815 to 1846.
Highlights economic transformations of the Jacksonian era.
Discusses effects on American development and identity.
Examines the impact on various social classes.
Provides historical context for modern capitalism.
Engaging narrative enhances understanding of key events.
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Celebrates Vasco da Gama's historic voyage.
Features a new translation of Camoes's epic poem.
Richly explores Renaissance themes and encounters.
Includes an enlightening introduction and extensive notes.
Part of the prestigious Oxford World's Classics series.
Accessible editions with expert scholarly features.
Perfect for students and literature enthusiasts alike.
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Explores controversial history of Waffen SS 'Galicia' Division.
Examines narratives of war criminals and freedom fighters.
Analyzes post-war integration into Western societies.
Highlights memory politics across Eastern Europe.
Utilizes diverse sources for comprehensive insights.
Discusses impact on contemporary Ukrainian identity.
Sheds light on unresolved historical debates.
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Compiled by leading experts in psychology and sociology. Addresses contemporary issues related to gangs and society. Explores gang culture from various perspectives and regions. Includes analysis of women's roles in gang dynamics. Discusses educational programs for at-risk youth's impact. Features a unique photographic essay on gang culture. Engages academics, activists, and community leaders' insights.
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Traces French novel development from medieval to present.
Explores diverse factors shaping French literature's evolution.
Includes canonical and lesser-known authors' insights.
Analyzes French novels in a global context.
Covers women's writing and social critique themes.
Highlights continuities and divergences across literary periods.
Encourages connections between writers and historical contexts.
Price Range: $29.99
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Comprehensive guide to Brecht's complex work.
Features essays from major critics and practitioners.
Historical context and biographical insights provided.
Analysis of key texts like The Threepenny Opera.
Explores Brecht's directing, poetry, and music interests.
Includes essays on cabaret and film theory.
Contains a detailed calendar and selective bibliography.
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Includes four classic plays by Henrik Ibsen.
Features A Doll's House, Ghosts, Hedda Gabler.
Also includes The Master Builder for comprehensive reading.
Published by Oxford World's Classics for quality assurance.
Expert introductions enhance understanding and appreciation.
Voluminous notes clarify text and context for readers.
Affordable volume perfect for students and literature enthusiasts.
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Explore philosophical insights of Tolstoy's masterpiece.
Eight essays by leading philosophers and critics.
Examines narrative structure and character destinies.
Discusses war, peace, and historical truths.
Investigates freedom, love, friendship, and mortality.
Highlights pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.
Encourages reflection on fundamental human values.
Price Range: $29.35
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Explores medicine and literature in medieval Iberia.
Analyzes the body, mind, and soul connection.
Focuses on thirteenth- and fourteenth-century authors.
Highlights psychosomatic illnesses and their understanding.
Features close readings of influential texts.
Discusses humoral pathology and melancholic discourses.
Shifts from a theocentric to a humanistic worldview.
Price Range: $60.47
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Explores the mystery of vanished Norse settlers.
Details struggles against harsh Greenlandic conditions.
Investigates their sudden disappearance in the fifteenth century.
Contextualizes history within cultural and political narratives.
Combines fiction, poetry, and exploration tales.
Engages with contested questions of colonization.
Written by historian Robert Rix, expert in Viking studies.
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Analyzes language's ability to undo conventions.
Explores interruption in philosophical and literary texts.
Features essays from various notable thinkers.
Discusses divine wisdom and Jewish ceremonial practices.
Investigates unauthorized actions in storytelling and silence.
Examines Benjamin's transformation of phenomenological concepts.
Highlights the Messianic moment in arresting language.
Price Range: $30.33
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Combines modern and traditional grammar approaches.
Focus on practical language mastery and structure.
Incorporates modern linguistic research insights.
Includes numerous real-life teaching examples.
Presents norms and current usage norms.
Features a comprehensive index for easy navigation.
Ideal for English speakers learning French.
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Price Range: $76.49
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Collection of Molière's four greatest verse comedies.
Includes The Misanthrope and Tartuffe masterpieces.
Expertly edited for accuracy and scholarly insight.
Features introductions by leading literary authorities.
Comprehensive notes enhance understanding of texts.
Affordable edition ideal for literature enthusiasts.
Part of the esteemed Oxford World's Classics series.
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Engaging introduction to Wittgenstein's profound ideas.
Accessible language for complex philosophical concepts.
Encourages deeper understanding of non-scientific perspectives.
Explores Wittgenstein's poetic writing style.
Offers a master class in reading philosophy.
Enhances appreciation of classic philosophical texts.
Facilitates enjoyable and enriching reading experiences.
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Insightful autobiography by Jean-Jacques Rousseau.
Explores themes of identity and self-discovery.
Captivating narrative of his life journey.
Reflects on fame, exile, and vulnerability.
Part of Oxford World's Classics series.
Includes expert introductions and scholarly notes.
Affordable volume for literature enthusiasts.
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Dive into 18th-century German life.
Explore courtly balls and peasant traditions.
Connect everyday experiences to literary achievements.
Discover insights on authorship and publishing.
Learn about political and economic factors.
Understand social dynamics of the era.
Experience a vivid historical narrative.
Price Range: $26.67
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Explores Italian literature from Middle Ages to present.
Covers key themes like regional identities and political disunity.
Discusses influential authors such as Dante and Petrarch.
Examines literature's engagement with politics and secularism.
Highlights recent trends in women's writing influence.
Concise introduction suitable for literature enthusiasts.
Provides insights into Italy's rich literary traditions.
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Comprehensive overview of literary criticism history.
Covers classical origins to contemporary criticism.
Divided into four informative volumes.
Examines critical theories in context of literature.
Focuses on Romantic criticism and key concepts.
Explores poetic diction and German influence.
Discusses art as propaganda and expressionism.
Price Range: $31.99
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Explores aesthetic heritage from classical origins.
Divided into four comprehensive volumes.
Objective presentation of various critical positions.
Considers theories in dialectic with creative literature.
Focuses on Neo-Classical criticism and themes.
Covers key figures like Samuel Johnson.
Essential reading for literary criticism enthusiasts.
Price Range: $31.99
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Collection includes three significant Ibsen plays.
Part of the reputable Oxford World's Classics series.
Affordable volumes suitable for diverse readers.
Expert introductions by leading literature authorities.
Includes comprehensive notes for better understanding.
Updated bibliographies for further exploration available.
Celebrating over 100 years of literary excellence.
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Thoroughly revised edition for advanced learners.
Focuses on English-speaking users' specific needs.
Incorporates 1998 German spelling reforms.
Addresses style, register, and regional variations.
Enhances fluency and confidence in German.
Ideal for expanding vocabulary and language skills.
Comprehensive guide to contemporary German usage.
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Comprehensive bilingual edition of Rimbaud's poetry.
Includes prose pieces offering poetic commentary.
Celebrates Rimbaud as a revolutionary French poet.
Insight into Rimbaud's colorful, mythic life.
Part of Oxford World's Classics series.
Expert introductions and voluminous scholarly notes included.
Ideal for students and poetry enthusiasts alike.
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Explores Sor Juana's influential literary contributions.
Addressing female authorship in colonial New Spain.
Examines cultural impact in Mexico and beyond.
Focuses on feminist interpretations of her work.
Structured analysis across four thematic sections.
Provides insights into current research debates.
Essential resource for scholars and students alike.
Price Range: $47.19
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In-depth analysis of Schiller's major works.
Explores Schiller's evolution as a dramatist and thinker.
Contextualizes works within late 18th-century society.
Discusses themes of tradition, authority, and self-expression.
Examines Schiller's response to the French Revolution.
Highlights art's role in moral and political integration.
Essential reading for students of German literature.
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