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Articles related to "British Author"
Evelyn Waugh Wrote 1999's Best Book Evelyn Waugh, one of the most admired writers in British history, wrote some of the funniest short stories of the century. They've been collected for the first time. british authors • evelyn waugh • short stories • andrews sisters
Highsmith Biographer Pens Mystery The author of acclaimed Patricia Highsmith biography Beautiful Shadow, Andrew Wilson, tries his hand at writing a Highsmith-style mystery. patricia highsmith • andrew wilson • mystery novels • biographers • british authors
Agatha Christie's Strange Disappearance The 11-day gap in the life of world-famous Agatha Christie, remains, over eighty years later a mystery as perplexing as a plot from one of her novels. agatha christie • agatha christie disappearance • famous british authors • female detective authors • archibald christie
Autumn Bulbs by Rod Leeds Published by Chrysalis Books Group and written by Rod Leeds, Autumn Bulbs provides a glimpse into the often ignored treasures of the autumn garden. autumn bulbs • ron leeds • fall blooms • garden book review • history of bulbs
Book Critique of Emma Austen considered morality vital to a happy life. She meticulously demonstrates this perspective in each of her six novels, particularly in Emma. jane austen • emma • morality • virtue • comedy
Classic Authors: E.M. Forster A brief biography of British author, E.M. Forster e.m. forster • king's college • bloomsbury • the apostles • <i>a room with a view</i>
Difficulties: Austen's Persuasion Persuasion, published after Austen's death in 1817, is a novel about the issues surrounding both persuading and being persuaded, as well as about social class dysfunction jane austen • pride and prejudice • mansfield park • persuasion • northanger abbey
J. K. Rowling Joanne "Jo" Rowling has become a publishing phenomenon. In just ten short years, her Harry Potter books have made her the highest grossing writer in history. j.k. rowling • british mystery writers • british authors • joanne rowling • author of harry potter books
Joseph Conrad, Life and Works Brief biography of British author Joseph Conrad, famous for Lord Jim, Nostromo, and short story 'Heart of Darkness.' joseph conrad • joseph conrad biography • polish-born british author • conrad lord jim • conrad heart of darkness
Review - On Chesil Beach "On Chesil Beach" chronicles just one short night, but manages to pack in a lifetime of regrets and a commentary on life in the 1960s as well. ian mcewan novels • novels set in dorset • 2007 book reviews • works by popular british authors • on chesil beach
The Water's Lovely Ruth Rendell's latest novel, The Water's Lovely, garnered praise and a well-deserved favorable review from the New York Times ruth rendell • barbara vine • the water's lovely • british mysteries • female british authors
Mystery Writer Robert Goddard British Mystery author Robert Goddard's thrillers keep readers enthralled. His suspenses have been compared to Daphne Du Maurier, John Le Carre, and Barbara Vine. robert goddard • mystery • british authors • suspense • british mystery authors
Elizabeth Young "A Girl's Best Friend" Review Review of the Chick Lit novel, A Girl's Best Friend, a witty and lighthearted, romantic comedy that is written by British author Elizabeth Young. british chick lit • a girls best friend • elizabeth young novels • elizabeth young reviews • elizabeth young
La Vida Victorian What do wassailing, a mongoose, tea parties, and the Salvation Army have in common? Your students will enjoy finding out through these tips for bringing the rich Victorian era into your classroom. Pick and choose from the many activities listed to enrich a British literature class or a history class's venture into Victorian England. <i> Article features links to specific sites for online texts, social customs, Queen Victoria, and other historical research. </i> queen victoria • charles dickens • rudyard kipling • teaching • teaching tips
An Introduction to Steampunk Steampunk is a sub-genre of historical science fiction and fantasy in which the inventions of the future are created using the technologies of the Victorian era. steampunk • clockpunk • steam • neo-victorian • england
Anthony Trollope Author Biography Life and works of English novelist Anthony Trollope, whose books are about English society set in imaginary Barchester cathedral city. anthony trollope • trollope biography • novels by trollope • barchester series • palliser series
Book Review: Never Let Me Go Not one word is wasted or misplaced in this subtle, yet disturbing 2005 novel by Kazuo Ishiguro, author of the Booker Prize winning "Remains of the Day." never let me go • novels by ishiguro • kazuo ishiguro • booker prize novelists • mystery novels
Dark Fantasy This is about the fantasy sub-genre of Dark Fantasy. fantasy • sub-genre • dark fantasy • book reviews
Labyrinth by Kate Mosse "Labyrinth" tells the story of an archeology volunteer and her discovery about a family secret, a secret society and a connection to the Holy Grail. kate mosse • labryinth • cathar • sepulchre • grail
Lauren Child's Clarice Bean Books In this book, Lauren Child's slightly sassy heroine takes on the environment, global warming, and a crabby teacher in her role as an ecowarrior. what planet are you from • clarice bean? • clarice bean • lauren child • children's books about the environment
Louise Cooper This week's article is about Fantasy author Louise Cooper. fantasy • author • louise cooper • reviews
Review of Complete Guide to Single Malt Scotch Michael Jackson, renowned writer on beer and whisky, takes the reader on a tour of the world of single malt scotch in the 5th Edition of his exhaustive guide scotch whisky • single malt scotch • complete guide to single malt scotch • michael jackson • scotch whiskey
Richard Attenborough A review of the British actor and director's career richard attenborogh • beaver films • brighton rock • ghandi • cry freedom
So You Want to be an English Major Declaring yourself an English major doesn't mean that you'll be working in dead-end jobs for the rest of your life. English majors are open to a range of careers. english • majors • communications • literature • theater
Why Build Stonehenge? Was it a temple, burial ground, observatory, or an ancient calendar? paranormal • suite 101 • jodee redmond • stonehenge • druids
A Spot of Bother The story of a dignified old man who is quietly losing his mind and his very special family is a pleasure to read: it is hilarious, inspiring and entirely human. a spot of bother • haddon • mark haddon • spot of bother • summer book
Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple Agatha Christie created two crime-solving sleuths as different as night and day, the self-proclaimed genius Hercule Poirot and elderly spinster aunt Miss Marple. hercule poirot • poirot • miss marple • agatha christie • famous british detectives
Author Profile: Nicci French Enter Nicci French's world of dangerous affairs, stalkers, and obsessive love. nicci french • nicci gerrard • sean french • british writers • british crime authors
C.S. Lewis Biography Life and works of C.S. Lewis, twentieth-century British novelist and scholar. Famous for The Chronicles of Narnia. c.s. lewis biography • cs lewis life and works • early life of cs lewis • cs lewis and christianity • cs lewis and hr tolkien
Canadians Can Write but Will They Read it? Canadians are put to shame when a government-sponsored poll reveals most Canadians cannot name even one CanLit author. canadian fiction • recent canadian literature poll • literacy rates in canada • canadian reading rates • canadian authors
Confessions of a Shopaholic Review Star Isla Fischer is as cute as a button, but not even her presence can make Confessions of a Shopaholic into anything more than fluff confessions of a shopaholic review • based on a sophie kinsella book • jerry bruckheimer production • isla fischer • gucci
Debunking Internet Rumors and Political Lies Learning how to debunk Internet myths and how to fact-check political misinformation is crucial in making informed decisions. internet myths debunked • email debunking • chain letter hoaxes • hoax emails • about internet hoaxes
DisLocations edited by Ian Whates Short stories by major British and American authors, including Ken MacLeod, Pat Cadigan, Brian Stableford, Hal Duncan and Adam Roberts ian whates • dislocations limited edition • time pieces • brian stableford • ken macleod
Eden Inverted His Dark Materials has been widely analyzed using countless schools of thought as its Rosetta Stone. The philosophy that best describes the tale, however, is Gnosticism. gnosticism • his dark materials • philip pullman • lyra • lyra bellaqua
Ian Watson (Index) An index of articles about Ian Watson and/or his work. ian watson • the world science fiction convention of 2080 • articles and essays about science fiction and scie
J.R.R. Tolkien Biography Life and works of J.R.R. Tolkien, master author of fantasy novels. jrr tolkien biography • tolkien life and works • the lord of the rings • tolkien the hobbit • tolkien and cs lewis
More Hangover Cures, Booze or Not You might try both a very small tot of something alcoholic, followed or accompanied by movement, and other substances ranging from vitamins to a sports drink. hangover • cure • kingsley amis • hemingway • evelyn waugh
Neil Gaiman on Coraline Coraline author Neil Gaiman checks out progress on Laika Entertainment's upcoming adaptation of his bestselling children's novel. neil gaiman • coraline • laika entertainment • henry selick • stop motion
New James Bond Novel Published Devil May Care, the new James Bond novel, is published in the US and overseas on 28 May 2008. The book launch marks the centenary of Bond creator Ian Fleming 1908-2008. james bond new book • devil may care by sebastian faulks • james bond novel devil may care • new james bond novel sebastian faulks • james bond books
Novels Written About Paris Three views of Paris, as seen through the eyes of writers Sinclair Lewis, George Orwell and Radhika Jha, each offering a look at the city's people, food and culture. books about paris • dodsworth • down and out in paris and london • sinclair lewis • george orwell
Potatoes in History The environmentally friendly potato is the world's most important non-cereal crop. potatoes in history • from peru to europe to china to north america to o • potatoes first cultivated in peru • potatoes introduced to europeans • irish potato myth and legend
Princess Diana Her True Story: Andrew Morton Princess Diana was suffocating within the confines of the parameters of her marriage and the royal circle. Despite the sadness, the book is inspiring literature. princess diana-her true story-book review • princess diana's life before marriage • princess diana's life after marriage • princess diana's eating disorder • relevance of princess diana her true story
Quick Reads Book Series Quick Reads provide entertaining reading for those who find it difficult to read, or people who simply want a short book to read in the time they have available. quick reads series • novellas • short stories • world book day • reluctant readers
Robert Holdstock Mythic Fantasist This article is about the British fantasy author Robert Holdstock and his fantasy worlds. robert holdstock • fantasy fiction • book reviews • fantasist • mythic
Sci-Fi News Update An update on the latest news from the Sci-Fi TV universe, plus the trivia question of the week and last week's answer. trivia • sci-fi • tv • star • trek
Teaching English Abroad Job Hunting Resource This comprehension guide to TEFL training and job hunting for native English speakers who want to teach ESL overseas is an informative and practical resource. teaching english abroad • susan griffith • job hunting resource • guide teach esl overseas • tefl training certification
The Perfect Dry and Dirty Vodka Martini In search of the perfect dry martini? Look no further than Tini Martini Bar in old St. Augustine, where martinis rule - shaken or stirred, straight up or on the rocks. perfect dry martini recipe • the perfect martini • the perfect dirty martini • dirty martini recipe • tini martini bar
The Southern Aristocrats Values Before the Revolutionary War, a self-styled Aristocracy substituted slave labor for "artisan and mechanic" contributions of the middle class in the Northern Colonies. southern aristocrat • economic cause of the american revolution • plantation owners • slavery american revolution • the loudest yelps for liberty
Toronto Fashion Week Spring '08 Top trends and outstanding shows from L'Oréal Toronto Fashion Week, Spring 2008 edition l'oréal toronto fashion week • spring 2008 collections • spring 2008 fashion trends • paul hardy • david dixon |
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