Showing results for "River" in Literary History & Criticism

Over 60 years after Virginia Woolf drowned in the River Ouse, Olivia Laing set out one midsummer morning to walk its banks, from source to sea. Along the way, she explores the roles that rivers play in human lives, tracing their intricate flow through literature, mythology, and folklore. Lyrical and stirring, To the River is a passionate investigation into how history resides in a landscape - and how ghosts never quite leave the places they love.

Dive into a delightful collection of playful rhymes and charming verses that bring animals to life, captivating and educating young children. Perfect for engaging little minds, these whimsical tales are sure to entertain and inspire. - Summary by TR Love

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This collection of bush ballads, published in 1895, contains some of the most iconic pieces of Australian poetry and has served as the source material for many paintings, films, and stage presentations.

Inkspired Pages Podcast shines a light on the authors whose faith fuels their words. Each episode features in-depth interviews with Christian writers of fiction and nonfiction, exploring the themes, characters, and cultural impact of their work. From inspiration to process, we unpack the stories behind the stories-and how God's hand is evident through each page. Whether you're an avid reader, a book club leader, or simply love hearing the "why" behind powerful books, this podcast invites you to discover the divine fingerprints woven into every chapter, with new episodes on Fridays starting 2/6...

A playful and moving book of essays by a "born storyteller" (Seattle Times) who invites us into the miraculous and transcendent moments of the everyday When Brian Doyle passed away at the age of sixty after a bout with brain cancer, he left behind a cult-like following of devoted readers who...

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Canadian Radio Awards 2023 Winner Best Podcast-Small Market. River Reads is a program for all ages to escape into creative commons fairy tales and stories, as narrated by host River Wilde. Enjoy tales, both new and old, but mostly old and at times macabre, or silly, or even perhaps a little confusing as written in old english and the host fumbles words; or those classic stories that have aged poorly. Featuring ‘River Rambles’, ‘Gender Blender’, and ‘River Reads’ Rating System’. The River Reads show is "not a kids show but not not a kids show." Listener discretion advised. ...

River Writers is brought to you by the Writers Guild of Astoria, and features interviews about the craft of writing. The program is co-hosted by Marianne Monson and Sean Davis. This program is a co-production of the Writers Guild and KMUN. KMUN is a community radio station, broadcasting from the studios of the Tillicum House in Astoria, Oregon. We serve the coastal communities of southwest Washington and northwest Oregon. Find out more at kmun.org

When a bridge is sabotaged, Penny Parker suspects foul play. With help from her quirky allies, she dives into a thrilling mystery that involves danger and clever sleuthing.

Scout Tom Slade embarks on a riverside adventure with his friends. This installment in the popular series brings outdoor excitement, friendship, and the spirit of scouting to life.

The story of how Lizzie Borden supposedly murdered her parents has passed into American folklore, partly thanks to the albeit inaccurate playground rhyme, "Lizzie Borden took an axe, and gave her mother 40 whacks. When she saw what she had done, she gave her father 41." Here we have the 'true' story, as reported by the local police reporter who attended the trial and lived only streets away from the Borden home with his young wife. After the trial, Porter 'disappeared' and it was widely speculated he had either been murdered or bribed to disappear in order to suppress the book. His ...

The Motor Boat Boys take to the river in another daring installment of their aquatic adventures. With friendship, teamwork, and suspense, this teen series blends excitement and camaraderie on the open water.

When we meet our childhood heroes as adults we find all the racism, sexism, and classism that our society raised us with. That's what happened when we reexamined the Nancy Drew series and took a hard look at the "American Values" that she promotes. In each episode we will banter lightheartedly about another Nancy Drew Novel, including thoughtful analysis about what social norms it reveals. Whether you've ever been a fan of Nancy Drew, or like us absorbed vast amounts of media or mystery novels as a child , welcome to River Heights!

Episodic short stories narrated by Author and Actor Joshua Lee Diaz. Instagram: @joshualeediaz Cash donations welcomed via PayPal: chaisondiaz@gmail.com

A horror podcast where I talk about horror books, movies, and feature interviews with some of my favorite horror authors!

"Lizzie Borden: The Fall River Tragedy" offers an in-depth look into one of the most infamous murder cases in American history. This podcast investigates the mystery surrounding Lizzie Borden and the brutal axe murders of her parents, exploring the trial, media frenzy, and societal implications of this chilling case.

**Spoon River Anthology (1915): An Analytical Overview**Edgar Lee Masters, in his 1915 masterpiece "Spoon River Anthology," crafts an exquisite assembly of succinct free verse poems. Serving as epitaphs, these poems illuminate the lives of the denizens of Spoon River, a fictive hamlet echoing the ambiance of the Spoon River adjacent to Masters's childhood residence in Lewistown, Illinois. Through this anthology, Masters endeavors to deconstruct the veils surrounding bucolic and provincial American existence. Spanning 244 narratives, 212 distinctive personas emerge, elucidating their existences...

This delightful story is the tale of young Balser Brent, who has a knack for running into bears. Usually the bears come out of the interaction worse than the feisty and brave Balser. A great story for both boys and girls who enjoy adventure and excitement. (Summary by Tanica)

The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing degree offers the student advanced study and practice of literary craft, leading to a terminal degree and a significant body of the student’s creative work. It is a studio/research program providing the support and challenge of a workshop environment, as well as scholarly training in literary structures and techniques.