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The Best Books and Opening Lines in Literature
It's not that the first paragraph is essential to making a book a bestseller, but the two often go hand in hand. The gift of making the first few lines so compelling that they make the reader continue reading, cannot be just a coincidence. Today, some of the best opening lines in literature.
The Different Faces Of The Devil: Five Representations In Literature
According to the famous French literary theorist, philosopher, and semiotics scholar Roland Barthes - myth is mainly a form of speech; it is a system of communication and exchanging messages. It is turned towards us; it is not a lie or a confession, but it lies somewhere in between. There is not a clear frontier between myth and history, rather a complex relationship between them. They conduct a vibrant interaction and are somewhat complementary or they overlap. One of the greatest and most interesting myths in human history is the one about the Devil.
Using Literature As A Travel Guide: Interesting Books To Read
If you're just a regular tourist, you'll probably be satisfied with taking a few photos at the great landmarks of the cities you visit, or learning about a few historical facts and maybe taking some notes in the meantime. However, if you are indeed a traveler and an explorer, you may aspire to a fuller experience. We have a fresh suggestion for you! If you like reading and travelling, why not combine the two?
Bosnian Avant-garde Phenomenon In Contemporary Literature
Boris Lalić is a phenomenon in contemporary literature in Bosnia and Herzegovina. He has published books named 100%, Jackie's on The Road Again and A Good Life in Times of Crisis. Boris sells his books in front of the Academy of Fine Arts in Sarajevo. His avant-garde style of living and writing is something that makes him rather special and distinguishes him from the crowd.
Jean Paul Sartre: Thoughts On Literature: Inspiring Advice For Young Writers
If you have an ambition to write, but you're feeling a bit lost or insecure, maybe you need a fresh perspective. A lot of talented writers are so full of self-doubt that they give up too easily, thinking they are just not good enough and cannot compete with other authors. The truth is, today's literature has become so diversified, with new genres, themes and styles, that there is a market for almost everything.
Literature, Architecture and History Intersect: the French Poet Lamartine and the Skull Tower in...
It is fascinating to see how monuments (and all forms of architecture, for that matter), can stand as witnesses of values from the past, and also as reminders of great events, often terrible ones – like massacres, crimes, and wars. It is important to study these landmarks and to stop and think seriously about their significance, not just view them as tourist attractions. Last weekend I visited Niš, a beautiful city in the south of Serbia, and saw something that shocked me more than I expected: the Skull Tower – a tower made of human skulls, dating from the 19th century. It reveals an unforgettable story of human brutality and evil, but also a story of courage and honor. Of particular interest are the impressions of the 19th century French poet, Alphonse de Lamartine, who wrote down his thoughts after encountering this profoundly disturbing construction. If you are interested in the magical way humanity, literature, architecture, and history intersect - keep reading.
Top 10: Pick Up Line to Steal from Classic Literature
Words have this mysterious power. They can be seductive; they can make us physically react: our hearts can pound stronger and faster, our pupils dilate, we might feel nervous or excited. When it comes to courting, it can be considered as a perplexed game of communication. It's not just what you say: it's making sure the timing is right and adding a bit of charm to it. It's also about body language, and confidence too. Do you think you have what it takes to give a different, modern twist to these ten quotes from classic literature, and use them as your pick up lines?