Articles written by Tel Asiado
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Nikolai Gogol Biography
Brief biography of Russian novelist, playwright, and short-story writer Nikolai Gogol, famous for masterpiece epic Dead Souls, a satirical long short-story fiction.
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How to Successfully Close a Sale
Customer management and marketing tips to effectively close a sale, considered the most difficult in the selling process before forging a new customer relationship.
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John Stuart Mill's Happiness and Pain
Brief biography and works of John Stuart Mill, known for his philosophy on morality, in particular the pursuit of happiness (or pleasure) and reduction of pain.
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André Gide Biography
Brief biography of French novelist, playwright and critic André Gide, 1947 Nobel Prize Winner for literature, best known for The Immoralist and The Counterfeiters.
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How to Sustain Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty
Ways how to maintain customers satisfaction, and ensure they keep coming back for more sales orders.
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Business Marketing Ideas in High-Tech Age
Marketing ideas for the small/home based business owner, and insights how to keep up with advances in technologies and fluctuating market trends.
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Ilya Prigogine Biography
Brief biography of Ilya Prigogine, 1977 Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry, best known for development of irreversible processes in thermodynamics, with "arrow of time."
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Marketing Ideas to Stimulate Business Owners
Ideas and insights to stimulate business owners handle challenges with their products, customers, and competition.
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Key Staff Motivators Employers Should Factor In
Important key motivators that employers should seriously consider to ensure a positive workplace culture with satisfied staff. Highly motivated staff perform best.
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Tips and Ideas for Wealth Creation
Tips and ideas how to achieve financial stability not only through traditional financial planning but with the right attitude towards money.
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Customer Complaints Should Be Taken Seriously
Customer complaints should be listened to and appreciated. It is an important way to improve products and services, to satisfy customers and keep them.
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Sextus Propertius Biography
Brief biography of Roman Poet Sextus Propertius, best known for elegies of passionate love. His name is mentioned alongside Horace and Ovid.
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How to Follow-Up a Business Sale
Tips for how to manage customers, like following up after a business sale and why it should be done, without disregarding their needs despite their promise of a sale.
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Tips on Successful Business Succession Planning
Succession planning tips for a small/home business or family-run business to ensure continuity of the business well-being.
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Business Marketing Ideas with Customer Focus
Brilliant ideas and insights to keep customers via successful marketing strategies, promotions, campaigns, and other marketing tactics.
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Succession Planning for Small /Home Business
Ideas and insights that need to be carefully addressed to prepare a business succession plan for a small/home based business.
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Francis Bacon Philosophy and Works
Philosophy and works of English philosopher and statesman Francis Bacon. Best known books include The Advancement of Learning, Novum Organum and New Atlantis.
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Earn More Money by Learning
Investing in business program education boosts earnings and sustains income growth, adhering to a business marketer's quote, "to earn more, learn more."
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How to Negotiate Successfully
Practical tips how to use effective negotiation skills to produce better results by creating a win-win situation.
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William Carlos Williams Biography
American poet, short story writer and novelist W.C. Williams, also an obstetrician, was a prolific poet and writer. He is best known for Pictures from Brueghel.
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Thornton Wilder Biography
Brief biography of American writer Thornton Wilder, multi-awarded Pulitzer Prize winner of The Bridge of San Luis Rey, Our Town, and The Skin of Our Teeth.
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How to Delegate Tasks and Manage Efficiently
Ways how to delegate assigned tasks successfully, and improving efficiency through proper planning, defined goals, and clear communication.
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How Business Owners Can Work Less and Enjoy Life
Ideas how business owners and managers can free up hours and find more time to enjoy with family and indulge in things they love to do.
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Paul Ehrlich Biography
Brief biography and work of Paul Ehrlich, German scientist in immunology and hematology. He coined the word chemotherapy, the chemical that kills cancerous cells.
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Sean O'Casey Biography
Brief biography of Irish playwright Sean O'Casey, famous for Mirror in My House and The Shadow of a Gunman.
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History of Internet and WWW Revisited
A rewind and brief history of Internet and the World Wide Web, WWW Inventor Tim Berners-Lee, the early Internet players, ISPs, the Net now, broadband and wireless.
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Jean Rhys Biography
Brief biography of Dominican-born British novelist and short story writer Jean Rhys, whose fiction echoes her childhood, best known for Wide Sargasso Sea.
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Luigi Pirandello Biography
Brief biography of Italian playwright Luigi Pirandello, best known for Six Characters in Search of an Author and Right You Are, If You Think You Are.
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Thomas Hobbes and His Philosophy
Philosophy of English philosopher Thomas Hobbes, noted for his concept of materialism and social contract theory projected in Leviathan. He also wrote De Cive.
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Quotes from Famous Christmas Birthday Celebrants
Short quotes from famous Christmas Day birthday celebrants Isaac Newton, Anwar Al Sadat, Bogart Humphrey, and Robert LeRoy Ripley.
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Ray Bradbury Biography
Brief biography and books of Ray Bradbury, one of the founders of modern science fiction, best known for Fahrenheit 451, The Martian Chronicles, and other sci-fi novels.
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Best Christmas Gifts to Self
Valuable tips what to give one self for Christmas. When a person is at peace, thankful, healthy, and spiritually connected, he or she becomes a gift.
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How to Spend Less on Christmas
Tips on how to spend less money during the Yuletide season and still buy good and meaningful gifts to capture the true spirit of Christmas.
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Eudora Welty Biography
Brief biography of American Southern author Eudora Welty, 1973 Pulitzer Prize winner for her The Optimist's Daughter.
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Hilaire Belloc Biography
Brief biography of Hilaire Belloc, a versatile English writer and parliamentarian best known for children's verses like Cautionary Tales and Bad Child's Book of Beasts.
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Why Christmas Day is December 25
A brief history why December 25 has been accepted as the Nativity, as Christians worldwide celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ on Christmas Day.
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Jean Anouilh Biography
Brief biography of prolific French playwright Jean Anouilh, best known for Antigone, Becket, The Lark, and The Traveller without Luggage.
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Kurt Gödel Philosophy
Philosophy and logic of Czech-American Kurt Gödel, 20th century's mathematician, logician and philosopher, best known for his theory of Incompleteness.
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Alfred Tarski and His Philosophy
The philosophy of Alfred Tarski, best known for his contribution to logic, metamathematics, semantics and the philosophy of language.
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Douglas Moore Opera The Wings of the Dove
The Wings of the Dove, an English drama by Douglas Moore: opera plot summary, character list, and other Moore opera information.
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Eugene O'Neill Biography
Brief biography of American playwright Eugene O'Neil, best known for dramatic plays of modern town life such as Long Day's Journey into Night and The Iceman Cometh.
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Octavio Paz Biography
Brief biography of Mexican poet Octavio Paz, famous for The Labyrinth of Solitude, Sun Stone and other poetry on the theme of harmony.
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How to Prepare for Job Interviews
Tips and important job interview techniques to prepare, improve interview performance, and best of all, succeed.
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Tips to Prepare a Winning Resumé
Resumé tips and basic guidelines for job searchers on how to prepare for a professional resumé writing.
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Offenbach Le Pont des Soupirs
Le Pont des Soupirs (The Bridge of Sighs,) a French operetta by Jacques Offenbach: opera plot summary, character list, and other Offenbach opera information.
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Igor Stravinsky Opera The Soldier's Tale
The Soldier's Tale, a morality play by Igor Stravinsky. Drama plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Halloween Treat from Classical Music
Horrifying classical music sounds for Halloween and haunting pieces for ghouls and goblins, an All Saints' Eve Treat.
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David Hilbert Biography
Brief biography of mathematician David Hilbert, who introduced the concepts of formalism into mathematics and the Invariant Theory.
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William Hazlitt Biography
Brief biography of William Hazlitt, one of the greatest English writers of essays, famous for Characters of Shakespeare's Plays and Life of Napoleon.
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Arnold Bennett Biography
Brief biography of British writer Arnold Bennett, England's exponent of realistic writing, his novels set in the Potteries.
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Quotes and Sayings from Great Philosophers
Short quotes on life, hope, and other human interests, from the best works of great philosophers Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, Kant, and Bertrand Russell.
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Kepler and the Star of Bethlehem
German astronomer and mathematician Johannes Kepler came up with a planetary conjecture of planets Jupiter and Saturn, he called The Star of Bethlehem.
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Friedrich von Schiller as Writer
A biography of German philosopher Friedrich von Schiller, with focus on his work as a playwright and poet, best known for Ode to Joy, The Robbers, and historical dramas.
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Most Popular Victorian Christmas Carols
Brief historical notes of the most popular Christmas Victorian Carols that include Silent Night, The First Noël, The Wassail Song, and God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.
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Scientist Linus Pauling Biography
Brief biography of chemist Linus Pauling, so far the only Nobel laureate of two unshared Nobel Prizes, Chemistry and Peace, and known for The Nature of the Chemical Bond.
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Christmas Carols in the Victorian Era
Christmas carols were reinvented in the 19th century, regarded as a Victorian phenomenon. Songs include the famous Silent Night and The First Noel.
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Christmas Carols Revisited
The significance of Christmas, and the popularity and easy access of the Christmas carols have helped ensure their survival.
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Vladimir Mayakovsky Biography
Brief biography of Vladimir Mayakovsky, Russian playwright and poet of early 20th century Lenin era, best known for his revolutionary literary works.
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Quotes from the Wisdom of King Solomon
Insightful and great quotes dealing with the wisdom of living and handling money, from the Bible's considered wisest man, King Solomon.
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Michel de Montaigne Biography
Brief biography of essay inventor Michel de Montaigne, French writer and philosopher, famous for Essays containing his beliefs.
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Alford and Elvey Thanksgiving Sacred Song
Traditional loved thanksgiving and harvest Christian song, with tune name St. George's Windsor, collaborated by Henry Alford and George Elvey.
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History of Hymn - Come Ye Thankful People Come
Thanksgiving sacred song "Come, Ye Thankful People, Come" brief history, and profiles of hymn writer Henry Alford and composer George Elvey.
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Samuel Beckett Biography
Brief biography of Irish writer Samuel Beckett, influential British writer of the 20th century, leading dramatist and Nobel laureate in literature.
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Knut Hamsun Biography
Brief biography of Norwegian author Knut Hamsun, one of Scandinavia's greatest novelists. Aside from The Growth of the Soil, he is known for the novels Hunger and Pan.
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Nobel Wisdom Quotes Book
Perfect gift for Christmas or any occasion, Nobel Wisdom is a collection of quotes from Nobel Prize winners, with 250 laureates profile, and Nobel Prize brief history.
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Jean Jacques Rousseau Biography
Brief biography and works of Jean Jacques Rousseau, known for Émile or on Education, Dissertation, the New Héloïse, Social Contract, Discourses on the Sciences and Arts.
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Edward Lear Biography
Brief biography of children's writer and artist Edward Lear, best known for his limericks, laughable lyrics and poetry like The Owl and the Pussycat.
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Thanksgiving Quotes and Sayings from the Bible
Thanksgiving quotes from the Bible to thank the Creator for His gifts, and to praise Him for all the blessings that continuously flow.
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Jean de La Fontaine Biography
Brief biography of French writer Jean de La Fontaine, known for his children's writings.
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Friendship Quotes and Sayings from the Bible
The Bible has numerous friendship quotes and sayings that motivate and inspire. These great quotes also serve as keystones of caring relationships.
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Willard Van Orman Quine Philosophy
Philosophy and work of American analytic philosopher and logician Willard Van Orman Quine, who believed that philosophy is not conceptual analysis.
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Scientist James Lovelock Brief Biography
Brief biography of English scientist James Lovelock who introduced the Gaia hypothesis that the Earth is a single living organism evolving to sustain itself.
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Francesco Petrarca Biography
Life and times of Francesco Petrarca, Petrarch, one of the most influential poets of the Middle Ages, famous for passionate sonnets to his lady love, Laura.
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Insomnia Quotes and Sayings from the Bible
Short compilation of insomnia quotes and sayings from the Bible including symptoms of insomnia and sleeplessness with a purpose.
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Labor Quotes and Sayings from the Bible
Great quotes and sayings from the Bible about labor, and the relationships between employers and laborers.
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A.A. Milne Biography
Brief biography of A.A. Milne, one of the greatest children's writers who created the classic fictional characters Winnie-the-Pooh or Pooh Bear and his friends.
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Lillian Hellman Biography
Brief biography of American playwright, screenwriter and memoirist Lillian Hellman, known for The Little Foxes, Pentimento and An Unfinished Woman.
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Philosophy of Arthur Schopenhauer
German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, known for his own concept of noumena, post-Kantian phenomena, and the world made-up of desires and ideas.
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God Quotes and Sayings from Book of Job
The biblical book of Job that gives an account of Job's sufferings and his trust in God has great quotes about the immensity of God's love, power and greatness.
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Philosopher Machiavelli as Political Writer
Works of Niccolò Machiavelli, Italian philosopher, writer, statesman, diplomat and great political theorist of the Italian Renaissance.
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Life and Essays of Michel de Montaigne
Philosophy of Michel de Montaigne, famous for scepticism and relativism, three essays including On Cannibals, and his motto, "What do I know?"
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Health Quotes and Sayings from the Bible
The Bible has numerous health quotes that motivate and serve as reminders of the value and importance in being healthy and fit for life.
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Jean-Paul Sartre Novelist and Playwright
Works of French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre as a novelist and playwright. Best-known for his philosophy book Being and Nothingness.
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Hope Quotes and Sayings from the Bible
The Bible has numerous God quotes and insights of hope that springs eternal. These quotations serve as a reminders of God's hope of glory.
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Charles Baudelaire Biography
Brief biography of Charles Baudelaire, radical but influential poet famous for The Flowers of Evil, a collection of poetry, including sonnets.
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Theory of Theodor Kaluza and Oskar Klein
Brief biographies and work of physicists Theodor Kaluza and Oskar Klein, who conceived the idea of the higher level fifth-dimension of unifying forces.
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William of Occam and His Philosophy
The philosophy of William of Occam advocated the idea that it is vain to do with more what can be done with fewer, and that in reality, everything is singular.
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Finance Quotes and Sayings from the Bible
Through quotes in verses, the Bible provides insights on financing and banking services during the biblical times, including loans and debts.
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Pedro Calderón de la Barca Biography
Brief biography of Spanish dramatist and poet Pedro Calderón de la Barca, best known for his sacred pieces, autos sacramentales.
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Henry Ford Brief Biography
Brief biography of American car maker and automobile industrialist, Henry Ford, developed a working gasoline automobile, Model T, and founder of Ford Motors.
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Commerce Quotes from the Bible
Through quotes and verses, the Bible shows insights how commerce and trading transpired and affected people's lives in ancient Biblical times.
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Dante Alighieri Brief Biography
Life and works of Dante Alighieri, whose story-poem Divina Commedia brought alive his imaginary worlds of Inferno, Purgatory and Heaven, and reunion with Beatrice.
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Robert Burns Brief Biography
Short profile and work of Scottish poet and tax collector, Robert Burns, national poet of Scotland.
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Rimsky-Korsakov Opera The Golden Cockerel
Opera The Golden Cockerel (Le Coq d'Or) by Russian composer Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov: plot synopsis, character description, and other Rimsky-Korsakov opera information.
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Life Quotes from the Bible
The Bible has numerous quotes on how to live the right way. These quotes serve as a reminder its inspired words of wisdom about life and living.
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Puccini Opera Manon Lescaut
Manon Lescaut, an Italian lyric tragedy drama by Giacomo Puccini: opera plot summary, character list, and other Puccini opera information.
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Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov Opera Sadko
Opera Sadko by Russian composer Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov: plot synopsis, character description, and other Rimsky-Korsakov opera information.
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Carson McCullers Brief Biography
Life and works of Carson McCullers, one of American South greatest novelists, wrote brilliant novels in her early 20s, including The Heart is a Lonely Hunter.
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Alexander Pope Brief Biography and Poems
Short biography of Alexander Pope, wrote Ode on Solitude before 12, best known for his satirical poems, also translated Homer and Horace
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Ovid Brief Biography and Poetry
Brief biography of ancient Roman poet Ovid, popular and prolific writer exiled in the Black Sea, and a contemporary of Virgil and Horace.
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Success Quotes and Sayings from the Bible
Success quotes and sayings from biblical verses to reflect upon, what it means to be successful from a Christian perspective.
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Thomas Alva Edison Biography
Brief biography of inventor Thomas Alva Edison who had more than 1,000 patents, constructed a film studio and discovered the Edison Effect.
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Greek Poet Sappho Biography
Brief biography of Greek poet Sappho, one of the greatest poets of ancient Greece, with work recovered from nine books of poetry fragments.
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Gaius Valerius Catullus Poetry
Brief summary of the life and poetry of Latin poet Gaius Valerius Catullus, a great admirer of Sappho, and famous for his love poems.
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James Baldwin Brief Biography
Brief profile of the life and works of American writer James Baldwin, famous for Go Tell It on the Mountain, his first novel.
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Richard Feynman Brief Biography
Brief biography of physicist Richard Feynman, one of the founders of quantum electrodynamics (QED) and inventor of Feynman diagrams.
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First Baron Ernest Rutherford Brief Biography
Brief biography of scientist Baron Ernest Rutherford whose work formed the basis of nuclear physics, best known for atom planetary model and atomic nucleus discovery.
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Epicurus and His Philosophy
The philosophy of Epicurus, who wrote the Principle Doctrines and advocated an ethical teaching in the pursuit of happiness, conceived of as freedom from pain.
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Jack Kerouac Life and Works
Brief biography and works of American writer Jack Kerouac, a leading member of the 1950s Beat Generation, along with Allen Ginsberg and William S. Burroughs.
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William S. Burroughs Bio and Works
Brief biography and works of William S. Burroughs, a beat generation writer, along with Jack Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg.
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Hans Christian Andersen Biography
Brief biography and works of Danish writer, Hans Christian Andersen, famous for children loved fairy tale stories including The Ugly Duckling.
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Alfred Binet and His Intelligence Tests
Brief biography and works of psychologist Alfred Binet, pioneer in the practical intelligence tests and co-author of The Binet-Simon Test of Intelligence.
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Lucretius On the Nature of Things
The philosophy and work of Lucretius, Latin poet and great thinker, best-known for his one poem, De Rerum Natura or "On the Nature of Things."
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Anna Akhmatova Brief Bio and Works
Brief biography and major poetry works of 20th century Russian poet, Anna Akhmatova.
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Sir Stephen Spender Brief Biography
Brief biography and works of Sir Stephen Spender, English poet, professor, and novelist noted for his honours in poetry, poetic translations, and academic posts.
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Father's Day Quotes and Sayings from the Bible
The Bible has various sayings about fathers and their relationship to their children. This compilation of quotes serves as a reminder to thank Dads on Father's Day.
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Cynic Diogenes the Dog
Brief biography and philosophy of Diogenes, nicknamed the dog, and known as the cynic, philosopher who lived in a tub.
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Founder of Vienna Circle Moritz Schlick
The philosophy of German Moritz Schlick best-known for his verification theory of meaning, and his treatise, the General Theory of Knowledge.
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Giuseppe Verdi Tragic Opera Otello
Otello (Othello), an Italian tragedy by Giuseppe Verdi: opera plot summary, character list, and other Verdi opera information.
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Harper Lee and Her Only Published Novel
Brief biography of American Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Harper Lee, and her solo published novel about justice and prejudice.
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Alexandre Dumas Père Brief Biography
Brief biography and works of French novelist and playwright Alexandre Dumas the elder or père, famous for swashbuckling adventure stories.
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Christopher Isherwood Brief Biography
Brief biography of English-American author Christopher Isherwood, best known for the autobiographical content of his novels.
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John Galsworthy Biography
Brief biography of English author John Galsworthy, 1932 Nobel Laureate in Literature, a long-time friend of Joseph Conrad.
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Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin Life and Vitamin B12
Brief biography and work of Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin, who determined the structures of Penicillin, Vitamin B12, Insulin, and other important biological compounds.
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Ben Jonson Brief Biography
Life and times of Ben Jonson, English playwright, poet and actor. Poet Laureate and a contemporary of William Shakespeare.
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Kazuo Ishiguro Brief Biography
Brief biography and works of Kazuo Ishiguro, Japanese-British novelist. Known for Japanese-themed A Pale View of Hills and An Artist of the Floating World.
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Lucius Annaeus Seneca and Life
Philosophy and life of Seneca the Younger, Ancient Roman statesman, who believed in a simple life committed to virtue and reason. His beliefs are well quoted.
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Philosophy of Benedict de Spinoza
Brief profile and philosophy of Dutch great thinker Baruch Benedict De Spinoza, best-known as the 17th century great rationalist.
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Truman Capote Biography and Works
Brief biography and works of American author and journalist Truman Capote, famous for Breakfast at Tiffany's and other short-stories like A Christmas Memory.
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Heinrich Heine Biography
Brief biography of Heinrich Heine, great German poet, best-known for his romantic and satirical lyrics.
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John Watson on Behavior
Ideas and brief biography of John Watson, American psychologist who championed objective psychology in his behaviorism.
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Allen Ginsberg Life and Poetry
Brief biography of Allen Ginsberg, a poet and leading figure of America's Beat era of new American poets. Famous for poems Howl and Kaddish.
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The Brothers Grimm and Fairy Tales
Brief biography and folklore of the Brothers Grimm, Jakob and Wilhelm Grimm, German writers and philologists, best known for fairy tales.
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Greek Philosopher Parmenides of Elea
The logical deductions of Ancient Greek thinker Parmenides, famous for his only known poem On Nature, in particular, the section called The Way of the Truth.
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Oliver Goldsmith Brief Bio and Works
Brief biography and works of Irish Playwright and Novelist Oliver Goldsmith, whose one play and his only novel are best-known literary classics.
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Horace Brief Biography and Poetry
Brief biography of ancient Roman poet Horace, famous for his finest lyrical poems in Latin, and best known for Odes.
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James Watt Brief Biography
Eighteenth century Scottish technician James Watt is credited for improving Newcomen's steam pump design.
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Leonardo da Vinci - His Moves to Italian Cities
Brief biography of Leonardo da Vinci, famous Italian painter, sculptor, engineer and scientist, whose life was constantly on the move in various Italian cities.
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Daphne Du Maurier Works and Brief Bio
Works and brief biography of Daphne du Maurier, English novelist, short-story writer and biographer, her bestseller books are blockbuster movies.
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John Dryden Brief Biography and Works
Brief biography of John Dryden, prominent poet and playwright of the late 17th century during Cromwell and King Charles II. Translated works of Chaucer, Virgil, Ovid.
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Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller
Philosophy and works of Friedrich Schiller, German philosopher, playwright and poet of the Sturm und Drang and Weimar Classics, and Goethe's friend.
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Charles Sanders Peirce Philosophy
Philosophy of American great thinker Charles Sanders Peirce, best known for pragmaticism and his significant contributions to logic.
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Verdi Opera La Battaglia di Legnano
La Battaglia di Legnano, an Italian lyric tragedy by Giuseppe Verdi: opera plot summary, character list, and other Verdi opera information.
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Kurt Weill The Three Penny Opera
The Three Penny Opera, a German satire by composer Kurt Weill: opera plot summary, character list, and other Weill opera information.
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John Gay Brief Biography
Brief biography of English poet and dramatist John Gay, best known for his ballad-opera satire, collaborated work with Alexander Pope and Jonathan Swift.
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Gerard Manley Hopkins and His Poetry
Brief biography and poetry of Victorian English poet Gerard Manley Hopkins.
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Agatha Christie Brief Bio and Works
Brief biography Agatha Christie, famous for her collection of mystery novels starring Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot and St. Mary Mead's elderly Miss Jane Marple.
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Philo of Alexandria and His Philosophy
Philosophy of Philo of Alexandria who believed that God should be worshiped from his Jewish upbringing, but with a Greek philosopher's view of God's nature.
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Geoffrey Chaucer Brief Bio and Works
Brief biography and works of English poet Geoffrey Chaucer, best-known for the tales of Canterbury, and Troilus and Cressida.
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Alban Berg Opera Wozzeck
Wozzeck, a German musical opera by Alban Berg: opera plot summary, character list, and other Berg opera information.
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Alban Berg Opera Lulu
Lulu, a German opera by Alban Berg: opera plot summary, character list, and other Berg opera information.
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Benjamin Britten Opera Peter Grimes
Peter Grimes, an English tragic drama by Benjamin Britten: opera plot summary, character list, and other Britten opera information.
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Jacques Offenbach Operetta Orphée aux Enfers
Orpheus in the Underworld, a French operetta by Jacques Offenbach. Orphée aux Enfers opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Offenbach opera information.
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Alfred North Whitehead Philosophy
Philosophy and works of English great thinker Alfred North Whitehead, best known for his ideas on process philosophy.
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Xenophanes and His Philosophies
The philosophies of Xenophanes of Colophon, 6th century Greek thinker.
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American Short-Story Writer O. Henry Biography
Brief biography of American writer O. Henry, best known for short stories The Gift of the Magi and The Last Leaf.
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James Fenimore Cooper Biography
Brief biography of American novelist James Fenimore Cooper, best-known for Leatherstocking Tales and American frontier stories.
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French Writer George Sand
Brief biography of French author George Sand, famous for her Bohemian lifestyle. Like George Eliot, Sand was a woman.
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Charles Lyell and Principles of Geology
Foremost geologist of his day, Charles Lyell's highly popular principles of geology had a huge influence on Charles Darwin.
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Chemist Edward Frankland
Life and works of Sir Edward Frankland who laid the foundation for the theory of valence and discovered the science of organometallic compounds.
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Jacques Offenbach Opera The Tales of Hoffmann
Le Contes d'Hoffmann, a French opera by Jacques Offenbach. The Tales of Hoffmann opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Monteverdi opera information.
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Carl Maria von Weber Opera Euryanthe
Romantic opera Euryanthe by German composer Carl Maria von Weber: plot synopsis, character list, and other Weber opera information.
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Alexander Borodin Opera Prince Igor
Opera Prince Igor, based a medieval epic The Tale of Igor's Campaign by Alexander Borodin: opera plot summary, character list, and other Borodin opera information.
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Marguerite Duras Biography
Brief biography of Marguerite Duras, regarded as France's most famous woman author of the late 20th century.
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Anthony Burgess Brief Biography
Brief biography and works of author Anthony Burgess, known for his portrayal of a violent youth in his famous novel.
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Lev Vygotsky and His Theory
Insights to ideas of Russian psychologist Lev Vygotsky, best-known for his emphasis on the role of social and cultural factors in the development of cognition.
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J.L. Austin How to Do Things with Words
Works of British philosopher John Langshaw Austin, best-known for his individualistic analysis of human thought, derived his writings from the study of ordinary language.
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Susan Boyle and Her Singing Voice
Insight into the singing voice of Susan Boyle, Scottish singer, famous for Les Misérables' I Dreamed a Dream and Cats' Memory.
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Kingsley Amis Biography
A brief biography of English novelist Kinsgley Amis who belonged to a group of British writers known as the "Angry Young Men."
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Maurice Maeterlinck Biography
A brief biography of Maurice Maeterlinck, best-known for plays Pellèas and Mélisande and The Blue Bird, and his involvement with French literary movement symbolism.
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Scottish Singer Susan Boyle an Inspiration
Insight into the life of Susan Boyle, a Scottish singer and Britain's Got Talent contestant, who became a global phenomenon in just few days and continues to inspire.
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Biography of Spanish Writer Lope de Vega
A brief biography of Lope de Vega, one of Spain's most popular playwrights, who wrote over 1,500 plays and many fine poems.
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Thomas Paine and His Writings
Philosophy and writings of Thomas Paine, a key campaigner for American independence, famous for Common Sense and The Age of Reason.
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The Philosophy of Plotinus
The philosophy of Roman thinker Plotinus who reworked and developed Plato's ideas.
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Musical Les Misérables Paris 1832
This article covers the story during 1832 in Paris, with the students' revolution, wedding of Cosette and Marius, and Jean Valjean's death.
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Les Misérables from Digne to Montreuil-Sur-Mer
This article covers the period 1815 - 1832, when Jean Valjean leaves the prison on parole to the time he takes Cosette to Paris, away from the Thénardiers.
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Jeanne T. Arrigo Favorite Hymns Live CD Review
Review of Jean T. Arrigo's favorite hymns in one double CD album collection, including How Great Thou Art and God's Eye is on the Sparrow.
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Homer and His Two Epic Poems
Brief biography of ancient Greek poet Homer, known as author of two earliest European literature.
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John Milton Life and Works
A brief biography and overview of the key works of John Milton, English poet and prose writer.
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Robert Frost Life and Works
Brief biography and poems of Robert Frost, one of 20th-century's pastoral poets of America's New England.
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Gregor Mendel and Heredity
Brief biography of priest and scientist Gregor Mendel who laid the foundation for the modern science of genetics and discovered the Laws of Heredity.
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Omar Khayyam Life and Rubaiyat
Brief biography of Omar Khayyam, one of the world's best-known poets, in particular, for The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam.
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John Bunyan Life and Works
Life and works of Puritan John Bunyan, preacher, communicator and Christian fiction writer.
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André Breton and Surrealism
Life and works of French writer André Breton who helped found surrealism and wrote the Manifesto of Surrealism.
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Bertolt Brecht Biography
Brief biography of Bertolt Brecht, one of the great German playwrights, famous for The Threepenny Opera musical.
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E.T.A. Hoffmann Biography
A brief biography and works of E.T.A. Hoffmann, a German romantic author, popularized by Offenbach as the subject in his opera, "The Tales of Hoffmann."
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Gottlob Frege Philosophy
Insights to philosophy of Gottlob Frege, famous for Context Principle and Sense & Reference, predecessor of Bertrand Russell.
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Bertrand Russell Life and Philosophy
Profile of philosopher Bertrand Russell who laid the foundation of modern logic and best-known for Principia Mathematica.
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Jack London Biography
Brief biography of American writer Jack London, realist, socialist and naturalist, whose life experiences, especially those at sea, formed a basis for his classic novels.
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Sophocles Life and Plays
Brief biography and works of ancient Greek dramatist Sophocles
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Mother Earth or Mother Nature - a Woman Image
This article focuses on Mother Earth, traces Greek mythology's mother Demeter and daughter Persephone, and the seasons' effect to humankind.
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Songs My Mother Taught Me CD Notes
CD album Songs My Mother Taught Me, compiled and sung by Joan Sutherland, is a collection of lovely and nostalgic popular songs at the turn of 20th century.
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Edna Ferber Biography
Brief biography of American writer Edna Ferber, famous for Show Boat, So Big and Giant.
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Desiderius Erasmus Biography
Brief biography of Desiderius Erasmus, a Renaissance scholar and theologian, famous for The Colloquies.
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Managing Time and Setting Priorities
Worthwhile strategies and tips in managing time and setting priorities, which is all about defining priorities, scheduling activities and avoiding distractions.
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Barriers to Starting a Small Business
The article identifies barriers that blocks the small business owner or entrepreneur from starting a business and offers solutions to get past them.
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Ways to Manage Projects on Time and on Budget
To be successful, a project requires a balance of strategy and tactics as it comprises a conglomerate of technical, financial and human resources.
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Beaumarchais Biography
Brief biography of French playwright Pierre Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais, best known for writing "The Barber of Seville" and "The Marriage of Figaro," made into operas.
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Mother's Day Origins Traced
The history of Mother's Day is traced from the mother of the Greek Gods, Rhea, to the founder of Modern Mother's Day, Anna Jarvis.
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Democritus and Atomistic Philosophy
The philosophy of Greek thinker Democritus known for his atomistic concepts, that all things are made of finite atoms in constant motion.
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Heinrich Hertz Biography
A brief biography of Heinrich Hertz, who discovered the radio waves, and that heat and light are electromagnetic waves, a precursor to wireless telegraphy.
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Wealth Quotes from the Bible
Quotes on wealth and money, and how it relates to Christians. These great quotes from the Bible are stimulating and helpful insights.
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Money Quotes from the Bible
These practical great quotes from the scriptures about money are helpful insights for Christians to reflect on.
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Thales the Greek Thinker
Brief biography of Thales, who laid the foundation of philosophy and science by proving existence of things through physical understanding rather than mythical origins.
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Robert Graves Biography
Brief biography of Robert Graves, English poet, novelist and critic, mainly known for his poetry and historical novels.
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Leading without Dominating
A successful business ensures high quality products or services which can be achieved when managers communicate to employees respect for their worth and value.
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Making the Team Work
Making a team work effectively is essential as success criteria, in terms of team involvement, communication and commitment.
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Thinking Like a Customer
If looking for ways to keep existing customers and to prospect new ones, a good strategy is to think like one. Customer relationship management should be in place.
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Team Collaboration at Work
Guidelines for team leaders and managers to encourage team collaboration that greatly accelerates business.
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Greek Philosopher Aristotle
Philosophy and works of Aristotle, famous for his writings in metaphysics, politics, ethics and logic, and best-known for Nicomachean Ethics.
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Philosophy of St Thomas Aquinas
Thomas Aquinas' the "Five Ways" philosophical arguments from Summa Theologica, his most important work.
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Conducting Effective Business Meetings
Guidelines how to conduct and participate in effective business meetings.
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Goals Setting for Small Business
Goals setting facilitate the small business focus and performance by establishing target outcomes that can be measured.
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Business Plan Outline and Guidelines
Whether an entrepreneur avails of business plan, consultants or a business plan software, for business to survive, it needs a written plan with clear defined goals.
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Ralph Ellison Biography
Brief biography of Ralph Ellison, foremost African-American novelist, short-story writer and essayist, considered a great fiction writer.
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Henry Fielding Biography
Brief biography of Henry Fielding, one of the popular playwrights in his time, most successful with Tom Jones, a Foundling.
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Training Employees Boosts Business
Training and career development initiatives are important for the growth of both employees and business.
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Job Analysis and Job Descriptions
Job analysis and job description are important, and they should be ready before an employer hires.
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A Biography of François Rabelais
Brief biography of François Rabelais, French friar, physician and author, whose books are considered classics of French literature.
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Jonathan Swift Biography
Brief biography of Jonathan Swift, one of the best Anglo-Irish satirists called "Dean Swift" and known for his satirical essay, A Modest Proposal.
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Internet Marketing Ideas for Small Business
Helpful Internet marketing ideas for small business owners who want to keep their customers, get more sales and maximize profit.
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How to Get Money's Worth from Insurance Policies
Insurance policy is all about protecting self, family, and material possessions. It can be organized through an insurance broker or online providers.
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How to Give Effective Presentations
Useful tips to an effective business presentation in which presenter skills and delivery techniques along with planning are important.
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Mark Twain Biography
Brief biography of Mark Twain, American children's writer, famous for his two classic books, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.
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How to Avoid Financial Disaster
It's important to seek advice from financial services about financial planning, investments, market strategy, insurance protection and retirement pension.
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Brief Biography of Miguel de Cervantes
Brief bio and works of Spanish novelist, poet and playwright Miguel de Cervantes, one of the greatest writers in Spanish literature.
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How to Manage Debt
Debt is okay if one can afford it. Loans and credit cards can assist in procuring needs and occasional wants. Some homebuyers get a loan to own a home.
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Daniel Defoe Brief Biography
Life and works of novelist, satirist and journalist Daniel Defoe, regarded the father of the English novel.
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Marcus Tullius Cicero, Roman Orator
Brief biography of Cicero, Roman philosopher, orator, and Hellenistic scholar, best known for his orations, letters and rhetorics.
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How to Motivate Employees
Along with team building, it's important that employers keep employees stay motivated. High morale means high productivity and better business.
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Giovanni Boccaccio Biography
Brief biography of 14th Century Italian writer Giovanni Boccaccio.
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How to Manage Money Wisely
Money management begins in knowing where money goes, by avoiding debts, preparing a budget plan, using a budget planner and setting goals.
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Basic Investing Tips
With careful planning, knowing timely financial market trends and stock investing, and other tips, investors can succeed in getting the best value of their investments.
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Seniors Safe Driving Tips
Safety driving tips for seniors are important to avoid road accidents, personal injury and other crashes.
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Roman Philosopher Boethius
The philosophy of Boethius, Roman statesman and philosopher, influenced by Aristotelian principles and Plato's philosophy.
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Ancient Greek Playwright Aristophanes
A brief biography of Aristophanes, Athens' master of Greek comedy and satires, and ridicules of Euripides, Socrates and Plato.
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Ancient Greek Playwright Aeschylus
A brief biography of Aeschylus, Athens tragedy playwright, best-known for Oresteia Trilogy Agamemnon, The Libation Bearers, and The Furies.
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Financial Terms into Words of Wisdom
Searching for an explanation to jargon like financial services, asset management, credit financials, insurance, and more? Turn these terms into words of wisdom.
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Washington Irving Biography
A brief biography of author Washington Irving, one of the first American writers to achieve international reputation with the success of The Sketch Book.
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Hipparchus Greek Astronomer
Hipparchus' precision and astronomical calculations led to his invention of trigonometry and discovery of precession, the compilation of the first Star Catalogue.
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Thomas More and Utopia
Thomas More and description of his book Utopia, his ideal political and social organization.
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Philosophy of John Maynard Keynes
Economic principles of John M. Keynes, best-known for The Economic Consequences of Peace and General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money.
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Stephen Crane Biography
A brief biography of writer and poet Stephen Crane, well-known for his use of realism in his works.
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Kenneth Grahame Biography
Brief biography of British writer Kenneth Grahame, author of classic children's books.
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John Buchan Life and Works
Brief biography and works of British author John Buchan, famous for The Thirty-Nine Steps.
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Edward Albee Biography
Brief biography and works of American dramatist Edward Albee, prominent in the mid-20th century theatrical stage.
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Lewis Carroll Life and Works
Brief biography and works of English writer Lewis Carroll, children's author, mathematician, clergyman and photographer.
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Albert Camus Biography
Brief biography of Albert Camus, influential French thinker of the 20th century.
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Charles Lamb Biography
Brief biography of Charles Lamb, English writer best known for essays.
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John Steinbeck and His Works
Brief biography and and works of author John Steinbeck, famous for The Grapes of Wrath.
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Philosophy of Nicolas Malebranche
Nutshell philosophy of French philosopher Nicolas Malebranche, that all causal power emanates from God.
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Philip Roth Biography and Books
Brief biography and works of American novelist Philip Roth.
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J.M. Barrie Biography
Brief biography and works of J.M. Barrie, famous for Peter Pan and Wendy.
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R.D. Blackmore Biography
Brief biography and works of R.D. Blackmore, 19th century's English novelist and poet.
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Vladimir Nabokov Brief Bio and Works
Brief biography and works of Vladimir Nabokov, one of 20th century's outstanding writers.
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Frances Hodgson Burnett Biography
Biography of Frances Hodgson Burnett, one of the best children's books writers best-known for The Secret Garden and Little Lord Fauntleroy.
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Edmund Husserl Philosophy
Insight into the philosophy of Edmund Husserl, that consciousness is directedness towards an object. He criticized psychologism.
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Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel Philosophy
Insight into the philosophy of George Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel, predecessor of Kant, and famous for The Phenomenology of the Spirit.
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Biography
Biography of American poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, famous for The Song of Hiawatha and The Courtship of Miles Standish.
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Joseph Heller Biography
Biography of American writer, Joseph Heller, best-selling author of Catch-22. He drew on his own World War II experiences, like other novelists.
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Sinclair Lewis Biography
Biography of American writer, Sinclair Lewis, the first American to win the Nobel Prize for Literature.
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Tracing Valentine's Day
History of Valentine's Day traced from the third century B.C. in Rome. Valentine's Day traditions continue as lovers fill the world with love.
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Movies on Global Warming to Save the Planet
While the world tries to stop global warming through reduction of greenhouse emissions and other means, Hollywood produces films about it.
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L.M. Montgomery Biography
Biography of Canadian children's writer, best-known for series of novels beginning with Anne of Green Gables.
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Tennessee Williams Biography
Brief biography of American writer Tennessee Williams, famous for his many plays.
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Love Comedy Plays from Great English Playwrights
Three love comedy plays for Valentine's Day led by Shakespeare's Love's Labour's Lost.
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Dietrich Bonhoeffer Biography
Biography of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Founding Member of Confessing Church, the Christian resistance movement against Nazism.
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Valentine's Day Traditions and Celebrations
Valentine's Day traditions and celebrations fill the world with love, cards, flowers especially red roses, and other special gifts.
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William Congreve Biography
Brief biography of English playwright and poet William Congreve, best known for The Old Bachelor and The Way of the World.
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Euclid's Life and the Elements
Brief account of Euclid's work in relation to geometry and the key postulates from his famous book the Elements.
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Wilkie Collins Biography
Brief biography of English crime and mystery writer Wilkie Collins, best known for The Moonstone.
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Carl Sandburg, Poems and Biographies
Brief biography and works of American writer and poet Carl Sandburg, best known for poetry and biographies of Abraham Lincoln.
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Kahlil Gibran Life and Works
Brief biography and works of poet and philosopher Kahlil Gibran, famous for The Prophet.
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J.D. Salinger Biography
Brief biography of writer J.D. Salinger, famous for The Catcher in the Rye.
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Passion and Love Quotes from Great Thinkers
Best quotes of passion and love from great thinkers to celebrate Valentine's Day.
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John Dalton Biography
Brief biography of John Dalton, scientist and weather pioneer who established the modern concept of atoms known as Dalton's Atomic Theory.
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Ernest Hemingway Life and Works
Brief biography of American writer Ernest Hemingway, famous for A Farewell to Arms.
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Stephen Hawking Biography
Brief biography of Stephen Hawking, English scientist famous for work on black holes in space and the big bang, and his bestselling book, A Brief History of Time.
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John Locke Philosophy
Philosophy of John Locke, 17th century thinker famous for his Essay Concerning Human Understanding.
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George Berkeley Philosophy
Philosophy of George Berkeley, 18th century thinker famous for "to be is to be perceived" and Principles of Human Knowledge, his greatest work.
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Christian Music of the Chapel Royal
Development of the Chapel Royal Christian music from the plainsongs to Anglican Chant, Canticles and Anthems.
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New Year Quotes from Great Thinkers
Collection of New Year quotes from world famous great thinkers
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Carlisle Floyd Opera Wuthering Heights
Wuthering Heights, an English opera adaptation by Floyd Carlisle of Emily Brontë's novel: opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Igor Stravinsky Opera The Nightingale
The Nightingale (Solovey), a lyric tale by Igor Stravinsky. Drama plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Bernard Herrmann Opera Wuthering Heights
Wuthering Heights, an English opera adaptation by Bernard Herrmann of Emily Brontë's novel: opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Brontë Sisters: Charlotte, Emily and Anne
A nutshell biography of three famous Brontë sisters - Charlotte, Emily and Anne.
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Elizabeth Gaskell Biography
Brief Biography and work of English writer Elizabeth Gaskell who set the social wrongs she witnessed into her novels.
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Thomas Gray Biography
Life and work of English poet Thomas Gray (1716-1771).
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The Spanish Christian Music
Spanish Christian music during the Renaissance. Composers Cristobal de Morales, Antonio de Cabezon and Tomas Luis de Victoria. Villancicos.
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The Organ and Christian Music
Notes on the organ music in relation to dominant Christian movements from Renaissance to Reformation periods.
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New Year Words of Assurances
Five scriptures of assurances from the Bible to begin the year with faith and hope, renewed by God's assurances. Spiritual reflections and thoughts.
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Alejo Carpentier Biography
Biography and works of Cuban writer Alejo Carpentier, famous for The Lost Steps.
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Charles Babbage Biography
Biography of the Charles Babbage, English mathematician famous for Analytical Engine.
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New Year Quotes from Great Writers
Collection of New Year quotes from famous literary figures.
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Ralph Vaughan Williams The Poisoned Kiss
The Poisoned Kiss, an English romance extravaganza by Ralph Vaughan Williams: opera plot summary, character list, and other Vaughan Williams opera information.
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Vaughan Williams Opera Sir John in Love
Sir John in Love, an English comedy by Ralph Vaughan Williams: opera plot summary, character list, and other Vaughan Williams opera information.
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Juan Ramón Jiménez Biography
Life and works of Spanish poet Juan Ramón Jiménez, famous for his poem "Platero y yo."
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Matthew Arnold Biography
Life and works of Matthew Arnold, English poet and critic. He was a leading Victorian poet and critic. His poems include "Dover Beach," "The Scholar-Gipsy" and "Thyrsis."
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Jeremy Bentham's Philosophy
Work and philosophy of Jeremy Bentham, advocate of utilitarianism, opposition to natural rights idea, and influence on welfarism development.
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Le Grand Antoine Arnauld
Work and philosophy of French Antoine Arnauld, famous for The Art of Thinking or The Logic. Leading intellectual of the Port-Royal.
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Handel's Messiah for Christmas
Handel's sacred music, Messiah, remains the most famous oratorio for Lent and Christmas. Facts and other information are revisited in this article.
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Charles Dickens Scrooge in Film Adaptations
Films adaptations featuring Ebenezer Scrooge from Charles Dickens' classic book A Christmas Carol.
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The First Noel Historical Notes
Notes on The First Noel, one of the favorite traditional Christmas carols.
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History of the Christian Hymn
Traces the birth of the Christian hymns and the hymnwriters, most famous was Isaac Watts, known as the 'Father of English Hymnody.'
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George Handel Acis and Galatea
Acis and Galatea, an English opera by G.F. Handel: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Handel opera information.
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Jean Cocteau Biography
Biography of Jean Cocteau, a leading writer in France in the 20th century. Best known for novel Les Enfants Terribles (Children of the Game.)
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J.R.R. Tolkien Biography
Life and works of J.R.R. Tolkien, master author of fantasy novels.
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C.S. Lewis Biography
Life and works of C.S. Lewis, twentieth-century British novelist and scholar. Famous for The Chronicles of Narnia.
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Sir Winston Churchill, Writer and Painter
Brief biography of Sir Winston Churchill, war time leader who led Britain to victory, was also a literary man and an artist.
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Claude Monet and Giverny Garden
The life and art of French Impressionist painter Claude Monet after his move to Giverny in 1883.
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Claude Monet Years Before Giverny
Biography of Claude Monet before Giverny. Pioneer of French Impressionism, famous for Impression Sunrise and his Giverny garden.
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Benjamin Disraeli Biography
Brief biography of Benjamin Disraeli, an Englishman and literary figure, member of the Conservative Party, best known for fictions Sybil and Vivian Grey.
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Notes on Sweet Peace, the Gift of God's Love
Notes on the hymn "Sweet Peace, the Gift of God's Love" by Bilhorn, a gospel musician and hymn-writer.
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Lighting of the U.S. National Christmas Tree
Ceremonies of lighting the U.S. National Christmas Tree for some past years are worthy of note.
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Notes on Berlioz's The Childhood of Christ
Nativity oratorio by Hector Berlioz: oratorio's brief history, cast of characters, and synopsis.
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Richard Strauss Opera Ariadne auf Naxos
Ariadne auf Naxos, a German lyric comedy by Richard Strauss: opera plot summary, character list, and other Strauss opera information.
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George Gershwin Opera Porgy and Bess
Porgy and Bess, an American opera by George Gershwin: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Gershwin opera information.
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The Music of George Gershwin
George Gershwin's works as American composer and songwriter. Well-known for Rhapsody in Blue and Porgy & Bess.
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Lord Byron Brief Biography
Brief biography of Lord Byron, famous for his epic Don Juan and short poem "She Walks in Beauty."
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Notes on Isaiah's Prophecy by Paul Creston
Creston's sacred music about Isaiah's prophecy of Christ's coming. Oratorio's brief history, character cast, and notes from Creston's work.
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Jane Austen Life and Works
Life and works of Jane Austen, considered the first outstanding woman novelist. Best-known for her novels Pride and Prejudice and Emma.
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Famous People Born on Christmas Day
Featuring famous great thinkers and movers whose birthday falls on Christmas Day, December 25th. Names include Newton, Clara Barton, Sadat, Ripley and Nobel laureates.
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Marie Curie Biography
Brief biography of Marie Curie, first world-famous female scientist, the only person to win two Nobel Prizes in different science fields, physics and chemistry.
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Christiaan Barnard Biography
Biography of Dr. Christiaan Barnard, surgeon who performed the world's first heart transplant. Specialized in open-heart surgery and organ transplantation.
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Isaac Asimov Life and Works
Biography of Isaac Asimov, mid-1950s outstanding American science fiction writer, famous for Foundation Trilogy, Nightfall, among others.
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Benjamin Banneker Biography
Brief biography of Benjamin Banneker, one of the first African American great thinkers.
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Christmas Quotes from the Bible
Christmas quotes from the Bible, thoughtful reflections on the meaning of Jesus' birthday.
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Jesus and the Meaning of Christmas
The birth of Jesus according to the gospels of Matthew and Luke, and the significance of Nativity.
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Mozart's Requiem Completed
Completion of Mozart's requiem. Franz Xaver Süssmayr contracted by Constanze Mozart.
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Mozart's Requiem History
Brief history of Requiem Mass in D Minor, K. 626, Mozart's last musical work left unfinished.
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Rutherford and Nitrogen
Biography of Daniel Rutherford, and nitrogen, the chemical element he discovered in 1772.
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Louisa May Alcott Biography and Novels
Biography and novels of Louisa May Alcott, American author of children's books.
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Emily Dickinson Biography and Poems
Brief biography and poems of famous American poet Emily Dickinson.
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Morris Travers Biography
Biography of scientist and chemistry professor Morris Travers, who co-discovered inert (noble) gases in 1898.
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Christmas Quotes from Great Writers
Famous great writers quoted for their Christmas thoughts and sentiments.
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George Meredith Biography
Brief biography of George Meredith, Victorian English writer and poet best known for romantic comedy writings.
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Morita and Sony
Brief biography of Akio Morita, Sony's co-founder, and the history of Sony Corporation, leading electronics manufacturers.
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Tips to Reduce Christmas Stress
These tips help ensure a smooth sailing festive season instead of a stressed holiday.
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William Blake Biography
Life and works of English poet William Blake, also an artist, mystic, and engraver known for illuminated printing to illustrate his poems.
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Jules Massenet Opera Hérodiade
Hérodiade, a French opera by Jules Massenet: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Massenet opera information.
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How to Spend Less Money on Shopping
Tips to save money and spend less by bargain hunting, shopping online, buying in factory outlets, buying in bulk, and waiting for seasonal sales.
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Rimsky-Korsakov Opera Snow Maiden
Snow Maiden, a Russian opera by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Rimsky-Korsakov opera information.
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Thanksgiving Day Tradition in the U.S.
Reflection on Thanksgiving beginnings while Americans look forward to get together and traditional meal.
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Ravel L'Enfant et les Sortilèges
L'enfant et les Sortilèges (The Child and the Spells), a French opera by Maurice Ravel in two acts. Opera plot summary, character list, and other Ravel opera information.
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Handel Opera The Faithful Shepherd
The Faithful Shepherd, an Italian opera by George Frideric Handel: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Handel opera information.
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CD Review: Ali Matthews - Looking for Christmas
"Looking for Christmas" CD collection of holiday songs released by Ali Matthews, captures the beauty and loveliness of the season.
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Charles Darwin Biography
Brief biography of English scientist Charles Darwin, credited for originating the theory of evolution by natural selection.
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Lindbergh and the Spirit of St. Louis
Biography of pioneer aviator Charles Lindbergh, famous for his 'Spirit of St. Louis' flight from New York to Paris.
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Jules Verne Biography and Work
Biography of French author Jules Verne, famous for Around the World in Eighty Days and A Journey to the Centre of the Earth.
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Rainer Maria Rilke Biography
Brief biography and work of Czech-Austrian poet Rainer Maria Rilke, known for Sonnets to Orpheus and Duino Elegies.
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Best Loved Thanksgiving Hymns
List and notes of loved thanksgiving hymns still favorites among grateful Christians.
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Thanks to God Hymn Notes
Thanksgiving Notes "Thanks to God!" written by August Ludvig Storm, composed by John Alfred Hultman, translated in English by Carl E. Backstrom.
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Thomson Opera The Mother of Us All
Opera in English 'The Mother of Us All' by Virgil Thomson. Plot synopsis, character list, and opera information on Susan Anthony, Women's Suffrage Advocate.
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Douglas Moore Opera Carry Nation
Carry Nation, a drama by Douglas Moore: opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Boris Pasternak Biography
Biography of Boris Pasternak, famous for epic novel Doctor Zhivago. 1958 Nobel Prize for Literature.
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How to Make Money Work
Saving money and investing are ways to make money work. They are good financial habit and reduces a lot of stress.
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How to Overcome Obstacles to Goals
Strategies that can be used to overcome obstacles and serve as bridge to realizing goals.
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Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. Bio and Work
Brief biography and work of American writer Kurt Vonnegut, Jr., best-known for Slaughterhouse-Five.
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How to Pay and Get Rid of Loans Faster
Get financial pressure off early. The tested "pay early, and pay often" still works whether it comes to owning a home or spending through credit cards.
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Frederick W. Schelling Philosophy
Philosophy and brief biography of Frederick Wilhelm Schelling, German philosopher and educator of Idealism School. Contemporary of Hegel.
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Martin Luther, Writer of Hymns
Martin Luther, German monk, theologian, university professor and father of protestantism, was also a hymn-writer and composer.
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A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
Notes on the hymn "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God" written and composed by Martin Luther, Protestant Reformation founder.
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Two Operas on Lord Byron
Operas on Lord Byron and His Love Letter, one composed by V. Thomson and another, by R. De Banfield. Opera plot synopses, character roles, and other information.
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Margaret Mitchell Biography
Biography of novelist Margaret Mitchell, best-known for her book Gone with the Wind, an epic saga of the American Southern life.
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Thanksgiving Quotes from the Bible
Thanksgiving quotes from the Holy Scriptures, grateful meditations for all blessings from above.
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John Donne Biography
Biography and works of John Donne, England's Poet and Priest, famous for the phrase 'no man is an island.'
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Debussy Opera Pelléas et Mélisande
Pelléas et Mélisande, a French opera by Claude Debussy. Opera plot synopsis, character list, and other Debussy opera information.
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Richard Wagner Opera Parsifal
Parsifal, a German opera by Richard Wagner. Opera plot synopsis, character list, and other opera information.
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Thanksgiving Quotes from Great Writers
Famous writers share quotes about life, hope, love and peace to express the way they count their blessings.
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Louis Pasteur against Disease
Biography of scientist Louis Pasteur who pioneered the theory that germs cause disease, known for Pasteur Effect.
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Andrei Bely Biography
Biography of Russian writer and poet Andrei Bely, leading figure in Russia's symbolist movement.
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W.H. Auden Poems and Biography
Brief biography, poetry and influences of W.H. Auden, one of the best poets of the 20th century.
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Janácek From the House of the Dead
From the House of the Dead (Z Mrtveho Domu), a Czech opera by Janácek. Opera plot synopsis, character list, and other opera information.
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Classical Music Treat for Halloween
Suggested collection of scary and horrifying halloween listening thrills, classical music aficionado or not.
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Bill Gates Brief Biography
Brief biography of Bill Gates, Microsoft Corporation's co-founder and chairman, philanthropist, business magnate
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Music for the Four Seasons
Composers write music about feelings, the world, and nature. This article identifies the four seasons as interpreted by Mozart, Milhaud, Delius and Chaminade.
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Mussorgsky Opera Khovanshchina
Khovanshchina is a Russian opera by Modest Mussorgsky. Opera plot synopsis, character list, and other opera information.
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Stravinsky The Rake's Progress
The Rake's Progress, a morality play by Igor Stravinsky. Drama plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Arthur Rimbaud Biography
Brief biography of Arthur Rimbaud, a major French poet during the second half of 19th century.
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Mary Wollstonecraft Philosophy
A brief insight of Mary Wollstonecraft as an original 18th century woman great thinker of her time.
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William Wordsworth Biography
Brief biography and works of William Wordsworth, England's Poet Laureate, known for his epic poem The Prelude.
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Stravinsky Opera Oedipus Rex
Oedipus Rex (Oedipus the King), a tragic Latin opera oratorio by Igor Stravinsky. Drama plot summary, character list, and other information.
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Samuel Taylor Coleridge Biography
Brief biography and works of Samuel Taylor Coleridge, pioneer of the English Romantic movement in poetry.
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Wagner Opera Die Meistersinger
The Master Singers of Nuremberg, a comic German opera by Richard Wagner. Opera plot summary, character list, and other Wagner opera information.
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Monteverdi L'Incoronazione di Poppea
The Coronation of Poppea, an Italian opera by Claudio Monteverdi. Opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Monteverdi opera information.
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Johann Strauss II Die Fledermaus
Die Fledermaus (The Bat), a German operetta by Johann Strauss II. Die Fledermaus opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Strauss II operetta information.
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Günter Grass Biography
Brief biography and works of Günter Grass, considered an important contemporary German writer, famous for The Tin Drum, a part of Danzig Trilogy.
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Verdi Opera Don Carlo
Don Carlo (Don Carlos), a French and Italian opera drama by Giuseppe Verdi: opera plot summary, character list, and other Verdi opera information.
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Virgil Biography
Brief biography and works of Virgil, the greatest poet of Ancient Rome.
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Philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche
Brief biography and philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche, great thinker who challenged foundations of Christianity and traditional morality.
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Robert Boyle: Thoughts and Works
Brief biography of Robert Boyle, considered one of the founders of modern chemistry, perspectives of science and his works, and his The Sceptical Chymist.
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Invention: ATM for Books
Australia's Angus & Robertson bookstore launches its first in-store print-on-demand Espresso Book Machine in Melbourne.
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P.G. Wodehouse Biography
Brief biography of Sir P.G. Wodehouse, a famous comic novelist, creator of Jeeves and Bertie Wooster.
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Tippett The Midsummer Marriage
The Midsummer Marriage, an English fantasy by Michael Tippett: opera plot summary, character list, and other Tippett opera information.
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Italo Calvino Biography
Brief biography of Italo Calvino, one of Italy's influential writers, famous for fairy tales and fantasy writing and the novel If on a Winter's Night a Traveler.
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William Faulkner Biography
Brief biography of William Faulkner, influential American novelist and short-story writer of the 20th century, known for his fictional Yoknapatawpha County.
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Philosophy of Michel Foucault
Brief biography of French philosopher Michel Foucault, known for his philosophy that society is maintained through relations of power.
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Margaret Thatcher, the Iron Lady
Biography of Baroness Margaret Thatcher, scientist (chemist) and lawyer, the first woman prime minister of the United Kingdom of Britain and Northern Ireland.
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Britten Opera The Rape of Lucretia
The Rape of Lucretia, an English tragedy opera by Benjamin Britten: opera plot summary, character list, and other Britten opera information.
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History of the Sewing Machine
History of the sewing machine, the longest invention in development time, from the first mechanical patent, to Howe's struggles, to Singer's Sewing Machine.
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Bernstein Opera A Quiet Place
A Quiet Place, a psychological drama by Leonard Bernstein: opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Tchaikovsky: The Queen of Spades
Pikovaya Dama (The Queen of Spades), a Russian tragedy drama by Tchaikovsky: opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Puccini Opera La Bohème
La Bohème, an Italian tragedy drama by Giacomo Puccini: opera plot summary, character list, and other Puccini opera information.
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Harold Pinter Biography
Brief biography of playwright Harold Pinter, 2005 Nobel Prize award winner for Literature.
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Richard Wagner Opera Lohengrin
Lohengrin, a romantic German opera by Wagner in three acts. Lohengrin opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Benjamin Britten Opera Billy Budd
Billy Budd, a tragic English opera by Benjamin Britten. Billy Budd opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Beginnings of Matchbox Cars
Brief history of matchbox cars, a die cast toy that puts on happy smiles in children's faces.
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Thomas Keneally Biography
Brief biography of Thomas Keneally, Australia's leading writer, famous for Schindler's List.
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Plato Philosophy and his Influence
Life and works of Greek philosopher Plato, founder of the Academy in Athens, teacher of Aristotle.
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Philosophy and Life of Socrates
Brief biography of Greek philosopher Socrates, known for his method of argumentation and questioning.
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Beginnings of Miss Universe
Brief history of the Miss Universe Pageant, conceived when a beauty queen refused public appearance in a bathing suit.
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Ravel Opera The Spanish Hour
L'Heure Espagnole, a French opera by Maurice Ravel. The Spanish Hour opera plot summary, character list, and other Ravel opera information.
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Marie Anne Paulze Lavoisier
Brief biography of Marie Paulze Lavoisier, wife and professional associate of Antoine Lavoisier.
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Wedding Ring and its Beginnings
Brief history of the wedding ring, a symbol of marriage and undying love.
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Philosophy of Thomas Reid
Brief biography of British philosopher Thomas Reid, known for his book Inquiry into the Human Mind.
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Thomas Wolfe Life and Works
Brief biography of American author, dramatist, and short-story writer, Thomas Wolfe, famous for autobiographical novel Of Time and the River and Look Homeward, Angel.
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Gore Vidal Biography
Brief biography of Gore Vidal, American author, dramatist and essayist of the Post-Modernist literary movement.
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Beginnings of Pizza
Brief history of pizza with that loved molten cheesy crust traced back to the ancient Grecian times.
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Richard Strauss Opera Capriccio
Capriccio, a German opera by Richard Strauss: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Richard Strauss opera information.
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Richard Strauss Die Frau Ohne Schatten
Die Frau Ohne Schatten, a German comedy opera by Richard Strauss: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Richard Strauss opera information.
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Guinness World Records: Beginnings
Brief history of the guinness World Records, itself holding a world record as the annually published best-selling copyrighted book of all-time.
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Hymn Still, Still with Thee
History of the Christian hymn "Still, Still With thee" with tune name "Consolation." Text by Harriet Beecher Stowe and composed by Felix Mendelssohn.
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Jesus, Lover of My Soul
Brief history of the sacred song "Jesus, Lover of My Soul" with the tune name "Martyn" written by Charles Wesley and composed by Simeon B. Marsh.
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Fascinating Museums Each with Unique Offerings
Featuring world's museums like The Bible Lands Museum, British Museum, the Louvre, Rose Center, Sydney Maritime, and more, each with something special to offer.
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Roald Dahl Biography
Brief biography of Roald Dahl, British children's author and short story writer.
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Euripides, Tragic Writer
Biography of Euripides, the last of the three 5th century tragic drama playwrights.
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William Golding Biography
Biography and works of William Golding, English novelist, poet and playwright, famous for the novel Lord of the Flies.
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The Lord's My Shepherd Hymn
Brief history of the sacred song "The Lord's My Shepherd," with lyrics from the Scottish Psalter, composed by Jessie Irvine.
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Google Dot Com Beginnings
Brief history of Google.com, invention of Google, the world's largest web search engine, its founders, Page & Brim, and how it all started.
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Katherine Mansfield Biography
Biography and works of New Zealand writer Katherine Mansfield, famous for "Bliss and Other Stories."
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The Major Stages of Life
Being aware of life's stages can help in managing relationships, career, finances and all other elements of living.
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Richard Strauss Opera Arabella
Arabella, a German comedy opera by Richard Strauss: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Richard Strauss opera information.
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Britten Opera Albert Herring
Albert Herring, a comic English opera by Benjamin Britten. Albert Herring opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Jane Austen's Posthumous Books
Three of Jane Austen's novels were published only after she died.
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Sir Walter Scott Biography
Brief biography and works of Sir Walter Scott, famous for poem "The Lady of the Lake."
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Arvo Pärt Life and Works
Biography of Arvo Pärt, composer famous for Cantus in Memory of Benjamin Britten and Bell, and known for the "tintinnabuli" style.
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Psychiatrist Carl Gustav Jung
Philosophy of Carl Jung, considered the founder of analytical psychology. He developed his own psychic functioning after break from Freud.
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Early Women Scientists
Brief profiles of early women scientists involved in various male-dominated fields.
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The Atomic Bomb and its Beginnings
Tracing the process that transpired in the invention of the Atomic Bomb, the "Project Manhattan."
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Wagner Opera Tannhäuser
Tannhäuser, a Romantic German opera by Richard Wagner. This article gives a Tannhäuser opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Wagner Opera The Flying Dutchman
Der Fliegende Holländer (The Flying Dutchman), a romantic German opera by Richard Wagner. The opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Enrico Fermi and Leo Szilard
Mankind's greatest atomic power was harnessed through the invention of the nuclear reactor by two physicists, Enrico Fermi and Leo Szilard.
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François René Chateaubriand
Biography of François René Chateaubriand, influential French writer famous for Memoirs from Beyond the Grave. Founder of French Romanticism.
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Tracing the History of the Skyscraper
The history of the skyscraper from the 1800s when taller buildings became a necessity in the United States. Architect and designer Jenney conceptualized its beginnings.
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Edgar Rice Burroughs Biography
Brief biography of writer Edgar Rice Burroughs, best-known for Tarzan and Barsoom series.
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Thanking Father God, Whatever of Earthly Bliss
History of the sacred song "Father, Whatever of Earthly Bliss," originally a poem by Anne Steele, Composed by Hans Nägeli and arranged by Lowell Mason.
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Montessori and Her Method of Teaching
Traces the early life and later influences of Maria Montessori, leading to the Montessori Method she pioneered.
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Joseph Priestley Life and Works
Brief biography of Joseph Priestley, British experimental chemist credited for discovery of oxygen, although he is not alone in his claim.
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Computed Tomography - CT or CAT Scan
Brief history of the computed tomography (CT) or computed axial tomography (CAT) scan, a giant leap from the conventional X-ray that preceded it.
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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Bio
A brief biography of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, one of the greatest German thinkers.
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Guillaume Apollinaire Biography
Brief biography of French writer and poet Guillaume Apollinaire, influential to the surrealist movement.
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History of Children Film Musicals
Tracing the history of children's musicals from the time of child starts like Shirley Temple and Judy Garland, to where it is now.
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Colossus Computer and Alan Turing
Brief history of the Colossus computer that broke the Enigma code, and Alan Turing, the scientist who led the team that constructed Colossus.
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Henry Cavendish Life and Works
Brief biography of Henry Cavendish, English scientist credited for pioneering discovery of hydrogen and "Cavendish experiment" relating the earth's density.
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NY City's Broadway Beginnings
Tracing the birth of NYC's Broadway, including the "Tin Pan Alley," Ziegfeld, Shubert brothers, and it first performers like Cantor, Jolson and M. Miller.
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iPod History: 2001 to Present
Brief biography of Apple's iPod, the best-selling Portable Media Player (PMP) and favorite digital audio music player.
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O Perfect Love, a Wedding Hymn
"O Perfect Love" is a solemn wedding hymn by writer Dorothy Gurney and composer Joseph Barnby, with two tune names "O Perfect Love" and "Sandringham."
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O for a Closer Walk with God Hymn
Notes on the hymn "O for a Closer Walk with God" written by William Cowper and composed by John Bacchus, with hymn tune "Beatitudo."
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George F. Handel Opera Rodelinda
Rodelinda, an Italian opera by George Frederic Handel: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Handel opera information.
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Sally Ride, Astronaut Biography
Biography of American Sally Ride, astronaut and physicist, one of the first female astronauts in the U.S. space program.
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Aldous Huxley Biography and Works
Life and works of English writer Aldous Huxley, best known for his novel Brave New World.
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Jorge Luis Borges Biography
Life and works of Jorge Luis Borges, one of the most famous South American short-story writers of the 20th century.
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Handel's Opera Giulio Cesare
Giulio Cesare (Julius Caesar), an Italian tragic opera by George Frideric Handel: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Handel opera information.
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George Handel Opera Tamerlano
Tamerlano (Tamerlane), an Italian opera drama by George Frideric Handel: opera plot synopsis, character roles description, and other Handel opera information.
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Carl Maria von Weber Opera Oberon
Oberon (The Elf King's Oath), an English romantic fairy opera by Carl M. von Weber: opera plot synopsis, character description and other C.M. von Weber opera information.
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Samuel Sebastian Wesley Biography
Biography of Samuel Sebastian Wesley, the greatest sacred music composer and organist of his time, famous for tune Aurelia.
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James Hutton the Geologist
Brief biography of James Hutton with focus as a geologist, famous for his Theory of the Earth.
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James Hutton and Farming
Biography of James Hutton from his early life to early 1660s as an innovative farmer, prior to becoming a geologist.
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Alfred Lord Tennyson Biography
Life and works of Alfred Lord Tennyson, most important poet of the Victorian era. His subjects include Arthurian legends and classic mythology.
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Puccini's La Fanciulla del West
La Fanciulla del West (The Girl of the Golden West), an Italian melodrama by Puccini: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Puccini opera information.
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Handel's Opera Rinaldo
Rinaldo, an Italian opera drama by George Frideric Handel: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Handel opera information.
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Jean Racine Biography
Biography of dramatist and poet Jean Racine, considered the greatest French tragedian, along with Pierre Corneille.
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Molière's Life and Works
Biography of Molière, dramatist and actor, considered greatest master of French comedy, famous for Tantruffe and Le Misanthrope.
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Karl Wilhelm Scheele
Biography of Karl Wilhelm Scheele, a chemist who discovered elements including oxygen and chlorine, but published his findings later than Priestley and Davy.
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The King of Love My Shepherd Is
Notes on the hymn "The King of Love My Shepherd Is" text by Henry W. Baker, based on the Shepherd Psalm, of an ancient Irish melody.
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Pergolesi's Opera La Serva Padrona
La Serva Padrona, an Italian opera buffa by Pergolesi: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Pergolesi opera information.
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Softly and Tenderly Hymn
Notes on the hymn "Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling" written and composed by Will L. Thompson.
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Our God, Our Help in Ages Past
Notes on the hymn "Our God, Our Help in Ages Past" written by Isaac Watts, music by William Croft, tune name "St. Anne" with Scripture reference, Psalm 90.
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Anatomist Andreas Vesalius
Biography of Andreas Vesalius, Belgian anatomist, physician and scientist, famous for his book Fabrica, the greatest medical book in his time.
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Employer and Employee Mutual Benefits
Despite demands of the current economic situation and other pressures, employers should ensure that development and training are in place.
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Dorothy L. Sayers Biography
Brief biography of Dorothy L. Sayers, detective novelist famous for Wimsey series, creator of Lord Peter Wimsey and Harriet Vane. She was also translator, and a poet.
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Author Colette Biography
Brief biography of 20th-century French author Sidonie Gabrielle Colette.
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He Leadeth Me, O Blessed Thought
Notes on the hymn "He Leadeth Me" written by Joseph Gilmore and composed by William Bradbury, with Scripture reference, Psalm 23, The Shepherd Psalm.
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Blest Be the Tie That Binds
Notes on the hymn "Blest Be the Tie That Binds" written by John Fawcett, 1740, composed by Hans G. Naegeli, and arranged by Lowell Mason in 1845. Tune Name is "Dennis."
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Vivaldi Opera Orlando Furioso
Orlando Furioso, an Italian opera by Antonio Vivaldi: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Vivaldi's opera information.
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Henry Purcell Opera Dido and Aeneas
Dido and Aeneas, an English opera by Henry Purcell: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Purcell opera information.
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Herman Melville Biography
Brief biography of writer Herman Melville whose one classic novel Moby Dick stands by him, best known for the line "Call Me Ishmael."
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T.S. Eliot Brief Biography
Brief biography and works of American-born British poet, critic, essayist and dramatist T.S. Eliot, 1948 Nobel laureate for literature.
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Les Six French Composers
"Les Six" was the name given by critic Henri Collet to this 1920s group of avant-garde French composers formed by Eric Satie.
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Maria Anna Mozart
Maria Anna "Nannerl" Mozart was a gifted musician whose abilities were immediately overshadowed by her famous brother Wolfgang Amadé.
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Haydn The World on the Moon
The World on the Moon (Il Mondo della Luna) an Italian opera buffa by Haydn: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Joseph Haydn opera information.
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How Employers Should Handle Staff Motivators
Employee motivators such as staff morale, recognition and career development need to be properly handled by employers beneficial for a healthy business.
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Schoenberg Opera Moses and Aron
Moses und Aron (Moses and Aron,) a German opera by Arnold Schoenberg: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Schoenberg opera information.
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E.B. White Life and Works
Brief biography and works of American writer and poet Elwyn Brooks White, whose prose and stories range from satire to children's fiction.
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Leos Janacek Opera Jenufa
Jenufa, a Czech tragic opera by composer Leos Janácek: plot synopsis, character description, and other Janácek opera information.
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Iris Murdoch Biography
Brief biography of Anglo-Irish author, philosopher, and playwright Iris Murdoch, an important writer of her generation, known for The Bell and Under the Net.
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Pens and Pencils Inventions
Insights into the pioneers of writing instruments - pen and pencil - their inventions, discoveries and evolving improvements.
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Thomas Carlyle Biography
Biography of British writer, philosopher, and critic Thomas Carlyle, a leading thinker of his day, famous for The History of Frederick the Great.
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Oscar Hammerstein II, Lyricist
Biography of American songwriter Oscar Hammerstein II, one of the greatest American lyricists, famous for Show Boat, Oklahoma!, The Sound of Music, and South Pacific.
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Henry David Thoreau Biography
Biography of Henry David Thoreau, writer, transcendentalist and political activist, famous for his book 'Walden' and essay 'Civil Disobedience.'
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Hand Washing Hygiene
Cleanliness is important especially for people working around others, tips on personal hygiene, correct ways to hand wash, hand sanitizer and hand washing posters.
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Henry Purcell Opera The Fairy Queen
The Fairy Queen, an English opera by Henry Purcell based on Shakespeare's Play: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Purcell opera information.
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Antonin Dvorak Opera Rusalka
Rusalka, a Czech melodic fairy tale opera by Antonin Dvorak: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Dvorak opera information.
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Marcel Proust, Life and Works
Biography of French writer Marcel Proust, famous for his novel Remembrance of Things Past.
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Paul Heyse Biography
Brief biography of writer Paul Heyse, the first German to win the Nobel Prize for Literature, best known as master of novellas.
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Tips in Starting Internet Home-Based Business
Once Internet home-based business idea has been established as viable, it is time to prepare for a business start-up.
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Karl Adolph Gjellerup Biography
Brief biography of Karl Adolph Gjellerup, best known for his novels with religious themes.
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Bedrich Smetana Opera The Bartered Bride
The Bartered Bride (Prodaná Nevesta), Czech opera by Bedrich Smetana: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Smetana opera information.
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Sergei Prokofiev Opera War and Peace
Voyna i Mir (War and Peace), Russian opera by Sergei Prokofiev: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Prokofiev opera information.
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Home Based Business Start-up Requirements
To start a home-based business, business owners need to prepare a business plan to ensure viability. Some use a small business software and/or business plan consultants.
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Hector Berlioz Opera Benvenuto Cellini
Benvenuto Cellini, a French three-act opera by Hector Berlioz: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Berlioz opera information.
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Tom Stoppard Biography
Brief biography of Sir Tom Stoppard, one of the 20th century's greatest playwrights, famous for his play Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead.
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Franz Kafka Biography
Brief biography of Austrian author Franz Kafka, famous for short story "The Metamorphosis" and novel The Trial, whose heroes are victims of an indifferent society.
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Database Marketing Improves Online Business
In the database marketing approach, the entrepreneur or business owner learns a lot more about the customers and is able to provide better specialized services.
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Tough Conversations at Work
Facing a tough customer, a demanding boss, or a difficult colleague can be a challenge. At some stage during working lives, they will have to be dealt with.
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Jules Massenet's Opera Werther
Werther, a French opera by Jules Massenet: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Massenet opera information.
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Massenet Opera Manon
Manon, a French opera by Jules Massenet: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Massenet opera information.
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Pearl S. Buck Biography
Brief biography of novelist Pearl S. Buck, prolific American writer who grew up in China, Nobel Laureate for literature and Pulitzer Prize winner.
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Erich Maria Remarque Biography
Life and works of German author Erich Maria Remarque, best known for antiwar novels.
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Jean-Paul Sartre, Existentialist
Sartre's philosophy on existentialism states that a person always has a choice, whether to comply or defy, and that even a belief in God is a matter of choice.
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Tips to a Good Night's Sleep
Insomnia and snoring can be a problem. Hang on and take heart insomniacs! There are treatments for people having trouble sleeping.
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Bellini Opera Beatrice di Tenda
Beatrice di Tenda, an Italian lyric tragedy opera by Vincenzo Bellini: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Bellini opera information.
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The Need to Re-Energize
Tired of being fatigue and feeling sluggish? Give your self a break, rebuild your vitality by practicing rest, a good night's sleep, and by relaxing.
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Bellini Opera La Straniera
La Straniera (The Foreign Woman,) an Italian opera by Vincenzo Bellini: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Bellini opera information.
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Archimedes Biography
Brief biography of Archimedes, Greek thinker and arguably the first great scientist. He was one of the most prolific inventors, greatly remembered for his theories.
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Donizetti Opera Linda di Chamounix
Linda di Chamounix, an Italian melodramatic semi-seria opera by Gaetano Donizetti: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Donizetti opera information.
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Verdi Opera Il Trovatore
Il Trovatore (The Troubadour), an Italian tragic opera in four acts by Giuseppe Verdi: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Verdi opera information.
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Dear Lord and Father of Mankind
The hymn "Dear Lord and Father of Mankind" was written by John Greenleaf Whittier, composed by Frederick C. Maker, Tune "Rest;" Bible reference is Isaiah 30: 15.
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Johannes Kepler Biography
Life and work of German astronomer Johannes Kepler, famous for his three laws of planetary motion. A former assistant of Tycho Brahe, he advanced the Copernican Theory.
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Mikhail Lermontov Biography
Life and works of Russian poet and novelist Mikhail Lermontov, one of Russia's best poets. Famous for his novel A Hero of our Time and poem The Demon.
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What a Friend We Have in Jesus
"What a Friend We Have in Jesus" is one of those sacred songs that appeases a Christian's day to day challenges especially when one feels most alone.
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William Butler Yeats, Biography
Life and works of Irish poet and playwright William Butler Yeats, one of the most influential 20th century writers. 1923 Nobel Laureate in literature.
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Rock of Ages Hymn Notes
Notes on the hymn "Rock of Ages" written by Augustus M. Toplady and composed by Thomas Hastings. Bible reference is 1 Corinthians 10:1, 4, "that Rock was Christ."
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Tycho Brahe's Bio and Theory
Brief biography of Tycho Brahe, Danish astronomer, who advanced the Copernican Theory but believed that the Earth was still the centre of the universe.
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Galileo Galilei's Life and Times
Biography of Galileo Galilei, often called the father of modern science, who championed the views of Copernicus.
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Cole Porter: His Music and Lyrics
Here's a brief biography of American composer Cole Porter, one of Broadway's greatest lyricists, songwriters, and melodists of all-time, on stage and films.
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Ford Madox Ford Biography
Life and work of Ford Madox Ford, early 20th century leading writer and literary critic of the modern English literature. Famous for The Good Soldier and Parade's End.
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Ezra Pound, Life and Works
Brief biography of poet Ezra Pound, a major influence in 20th century's Modernism movements, imagism and vorticism. Best known for 'The Cantos.'
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Blessed Assurance Hymn
Notes on the popular Christian hymn "Blessed Assurance" by hymn-writer Fanny Crosby and composer Phoebe Knapp.
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Antonio Sacchini
Brief biography of Antonio Sacchini, Italian Opera composer of the Classical Era best-known for opera seria. Famous for 'Oedipe a Colonne.'
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Saul Bellow, Novelist
Brief biography of American novelist and teacher Saul Bellow, Nobel Prize winner for literature in 1976. Popular novels include 'Herzog' and 'Humboldt's Gift.'
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Notes on Higher Ground Hymn
The hymn "Higher Ground" was written by Johnson Oatman, Jr. and composed by Charles H. Gabriel. The Bible reference is Philippians 3:14, to press forward for God's call.
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Vincent van Gogh, the Preacher
An insight to Vincent van Gogh's life as a preacher before he became an artist.
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Thomas Mann, Author and Critic
Brief biography of German writer and social critic, Thomas Mann, Nobel laureate for literature in 1929. Famous for Death in Venice and The Magic Mountain.
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Paul Gauguin Life and Works
Biography of Paul Gauguin, leader of the symbolist movement in art, and exponent of wood engraving and woodcuts. Like Van Gogh, proponent of Post-Impressionism.
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Aleksandr Pushkin Biography
Life and works of Russian writer Aleksandr Pushkin, considered Russia's greatest poet. Famous for fairy tale "Ruslan and Lyudmila" and masterpiece "Eugene Onegin."
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This is My Father's World
Notes on "This is My Father's World," a hymn by Maltbie Babcock, showing God's presence, power, personality and purpose.
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Land Transport: Pioneering Ideas
Insights into the pioneers of land transport, their inventions and discoveries - the bicycle, bus, motor car and motorcycle.
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Francisco Tarrega Biography
Life and music of Spanish virtuoso guitarist and composer Francisco Tarrega, famous for Recuerdos de la Alhambra and Lagrima.
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Isaac Albeniz, Life and Works
Brief biography of 19th-century Spanish composer and pianist Isaac Albéniz, best known for Iberia, a suite of 12 piano pieces.
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William Makepeace Thackeray
Brief biography of 19th century author William Makepeace Thackeray, best-known for his works Vanity Fair and The Book of Snobs.
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Johann Strauss II: The Gypsy Baron
Die Zigeunerbaron, a German operetta by Johann Strauss II. The Gypsy Baron opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Strauss II operetta information.
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Leo Delibes Opera Lakme
Lakmé, a French opera by Léo Delibes. Lakmé opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Ayn Rand Biography
Life and works of American writer Ayn Rand, famous for her philosophy on objectivism and her best known novels The Fountainhead.
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Machiavelli and The Prince
Life and political views of Florentine-born Niccolo Machiavelli, philosopher of the Italian Renaissance and famous for his work 'The Prince.'
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Sir Charles Villiers Stanford
Biography of Sir Charles Villiers Stanford, British composer with enormous influence as music professor.
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Dame Ethel Smyth Life and Works
Biography of English composer Dame Ethel Smith, known for operas The Wreckers and The Boatswain's Mate.
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Blaise Pascal's Religious Views
Biography of Blaise Pascal with focus on his religious philosophies as opposed to his scientific discoveries. He is famous for his "Pensées" and "Pascal's Wager.
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Dashiell Hammett, Crime Writer
Life and works of American writer Dashiell Hammett, founder of hard-boiled detective stories, best known for crime novel, The Maltese Falcon, also a blockbuster film.
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Patrick White, Author
Brief biography of Australian author Patrick White, 1973 Nobel Prize winner in literature.
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Early Plans to Reduce Vacation Stress
List of advice and tips to prepare for, to avoid unnecessary stress and enjoy vacation away from home.
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Ralph Waldo Emerson, Bio and Works
Biography and works of Ralph Waldo Emerson, one of America's greatest poets and essayists, 19th century leader of transcendentalism.
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English Opera Beginnings
Traces early English opera with significant roles played by Henry Purcell and George Frideric Handel.
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Mozart's Divas of His Day
Featuring the prominent divas in Mozart's operas who performed during his time, like Catarina Cavalieri, Nancy Storace, Adriana Ferraresi.
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French Opera Beginnings
Traces early French opera and the significant contributions of King Louis XIV, Jean Baptiste Lully and Jean-Philippe Rameau.
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Italian Opera Beginnings
Traces early Italian opera, including the composers of the period, the major cities, the effect of the Italian way of life, and what it signifies today.
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Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Author
Brief biography of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, best known for his stories about the detective Sherlock Holmes and Mr. Watson, Holmes's friend.
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Andre-Marie Ampere
Brief biography of French scientist André-Marie Ampère who laid the foundation of electromagnetism, he called electrodynamics.
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Carl Friedrich Gauss
Brief biography of Carl Friedrich Gauss, one of the greatest and most influential mathematicians in history. He made advances in number theory.
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Michael Faraday, Life and Works
Brief biography of Michael Faraday, greatest experimental scientist in history, famous for his breakthroughs in electricity and electrochemistry.
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Sigrid Undset Life and Works
Biography of Sigrid Undset, one of the greatest Norwegian writers of the 20th century, famous for the trilogy, Kristin Lavransdatter.
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Honore de Balzac, Author
Biography and works of French novelist and playwright Honore de Balzac, one of the creators of realism in literature, famous for The Human Comedy.
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Antoine Lavoisier, Scientist
Brief biography of Antoine Lavoisier, considered the father of modern chemistry.
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Verdi Opera Aida
Aida, an Italian opera by Giuseppe Verdi. Aida opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Wagner's Tristan und Isolde
Tristan und Isolde, a German opera by Richard Wagner. Tristan and Isolde opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Food Inventions and Who Did Them
A look at the pioneers of some food consumed everyday like instant coffee, margarine, and baked beans.
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Elizabeth Blackwell, M.D.
Biography of Elizabeth Blackwell, a pioneer on two counts, the first woman on the British medical register and the first woman doctor in the US.
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Max Weber Biography
A profile of German sociologist, historian, author and philosopher Max Weber, one of the founders of modern sociology.
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Charles Gounod's Faust
Faust, a French opera by Charles Gounod. Faust opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov
Boris Godunov, a Russian opera by Modest Mussorgsky. Boris Godunov opera plot synopsis, character list, and other opera information.
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Russia's Mighty Handful
Profiles Russia's "Mighty Handful" or "The Five" - Balakirev, Mussorgsky, Borodin, Rimsky-Korsakov and Cui.
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Florence Nightingale Brief Bio
The life and work of pioneering English nurse Florence Nightingale, also an administrator and writer
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Martha Graham, Life and Art
Brief biography of Martha Graham, 20th century's innovative and consummate dancer, choreographer, and modern dance teacher.
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Camilo Jose Cela, Author
Brief biography of Spanish author and Nobel Laureate Camilo José Cela, famous for his book La Familia de Pascual Duarte.
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James Clerk Maxwell Biography
Life and works of James Clerk Maxwell, considered the 19th century's greatest scientist, famous for electromagnetism and Maxwell's Equations.
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E.M. Forster, Life and Works
Brief biography of English writer E.M. Forster, famous for five novels including 'A Passage to India,' 'A Room with a View' and 'Howard's End.'
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Robert Browning's Life and Poems
Brief biography and works of Victorian poet Robert Browning, known for dramatic monologues in his verses.
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Karl Marx, Biography and Work
Brief biography, philosophy and works of German philosopher Karl Marx, considered father of communism.
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May Sarton Biography
Life and works of writer May Sarton, one of 20th century's best journal-keepers, famous for Journal of a Solitude and Plant Dreaming Deep.
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William S. Gilbert Biography
The life and work of William S. Gilbert, librettist of the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta partnership. Famous for The Mikado and H.M.S. Pinafore, among others.
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Henry Purcell, Life and Works
Biography of Henry Purcell, considered greatest English composer before Elgar, known for Sonata no. 9 in F, The Golden Sonata.
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Johann Pachelbel Biography
Johann Pachelbel, a master organist, excelled in sacred church music. Today, he is famous for Pachelbel's Canon in D.
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14th Baron Berners
Biography of Gerald Hugh Tyrwhitt-Wilson or Lord Berners, a talented, fascinating and eccentric personality of the 20th century.
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Hans Christian Oersted
Biography of Hans Christian Oersted, Danish physicist and chemist, who established relationship of electricity and magnetism, grounding the science of electromagnetics.
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Dmitri Mendeleev Biography
A profile of scientist Dmitri Mendeleev, Russian chemist and chemical educator credited for discovery of the periodic table of chamical elements.
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Immanuel Kant Biography
Biography and works of influential German philosopher and teacher Immanuel Kant, best known for 'Critique of Pure Reason.'
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Joseph Conrad, Life and Works
Brief biography of British author Joseph Conrad, famous for Lord Jim, Nostromo, and short story 'Heart of Darkness.'
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American Writer Gertrude Stein
American writer and poet Gertrude Stein is considered one of the great authors of the United States. She lived a life of boldness and independence.
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Mozart in Opera History from 1781
Traces the role of Mozart in the opera's history from 1781, the year he moved permanently to Vienna.
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Mozart in Opera History Pre-1781
The role of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in the history of the opera prior to his Vienna move as a freelance composer and performer.
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Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Brief biography of Colombian author Gabriel Garcia Marquez, famous for his book One Hundred Years of Solitude.
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Darius Milhaud and Les Six
Life and Works of French composer Darius Milhaud, a member of Les Six and best known for Le Boeuf sur le Toit.
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Biography of Sir Arthur Bliss
Brief biography and works of British composer Sir Arthur Bliss, best known for orchestral A Colour Symphony.
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Novelist Evelyn Waugh
Brief biography of novelist Evelyn Waugh, a leading satirist of his time, and famous for his popular Catholic book Brideshead Revisited.
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Walt Whitman Biography
The life and poetry of Walt Whitman, American poet and journalist, famous for Leaves of Grass.
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Mother Knew Best - Book Review
"Mother Knew Best" by Elsa and David Hornfischer is a wonderful collection of wit and wisdom from the mothers of successful and famous people.
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Joaquin Rodrigo, Life and Works
Brief biography and works of Joaquin Rodrigo, celebrated 20th century Spanish composer of Concierto de Aranjuez.
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Networking Important for Job Seekers
When used appropriately, networking can work to the advantage of anyone looking for a job.
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New Employee Onboarding and Job Start
Practical tips for a new employee starting a new job, a checklist, orientation, training, and expectations.
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Edwin Hubble, Scientist
Brief bio and discoveries of Edwin Hubble, who discovered more galaxies and that the universe expands; also known for Hubble's Law.
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Maxim Gorky Biography and Works
Life and times of Maxim Gorky, Russian novelist, journalist and playwright famous for his novel The Lower Depths. Spokesman for the poor.
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George Bernard Shaw Biography
Brief biography of the life and works of dramatist, critic and essayist George Bernard Shaw, one of the best British playwrights.
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Samuel Barber, American Composer
Brief biography and works of American composer Samuel Barber, famous for 'Adagio for Strings' and Dover Beach.
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Bio of Franz Schreker, Composer
Brief biography of Monaco-born Austrian composer Franz Schreker, founder and conductor of Vienna Philharmonic Choir and famous for Der Ferne Klang (The Distant Sound).
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Rene Descartes Cogito Ergo Sum
Philosophy and works of great thinker Rene Descartes, known for 'cogito ergo sum' ('I think therefore I am'.)
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Niels Bohr, Physicist
Brief biography and philosophy of Niels Bohr, famous for the atomic structure model, the foundation of quantum mechanics.
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Job Psychological Assessments
With emphasis on security and corporate ethics and values, employers use various resources to screen potential employees. One of these is job psychological assessment.
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How to Get Around Job Barriers
While looking for that elusive job, the way you handle your barriers matters. Some approaches can help to get around them.
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French Writer Victor Hugo
Brief biography and works of French writer Victor Hugo, creator of 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' and 'Les Miserables.'
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George Orwell Life and Works
Brief biography and works of English writer and critic Eric Arthur Blair, better known as George Orwell.
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Biography of Manuel de Falla
Life and Works of Manuel de Falla, famous for ballets 'Love, the Magician' and 'The Three-Cornered Hat.'
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Louis de Broglie, Physicist
Brief biography of Louis de Broglie who discovered the wave nature of electrons that established the wave-particle dualism.
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Biography of Domenico Scarlatti
Life and works of Domenico Scarlatti, Italian Baroque composer, one of the greatest harpsichordists of all-time.
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JS Bach St. John Passion Notes
Johann Sebastian Bach's St. John Passion: facts, the cast, brief history, and other related information.
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Voltaire and the Age of Reason
Brief biography and works of French great thinker Voltaire, known for Candide and Philosophical Letters.
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Harriet Beecher Stowe Biography
Brief biography and works of American novelist and short-story writer Harriet Beecher Stowe, famous for anti-slavery novel Uncle Tom's Cabin.
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Rudyard Kipling, Life and Works
Brief biography of English writer Rudyard Kipling, famous for children and animal stories, novel 'Kim' and poem "If."
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When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
"When I Survey the Wondrous Cross," a sacred song written by Isaac Watts, was adapted from a Gregorian chants and is often sung on Good Friday.
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The Old Rugged Cross History
Usually sung on Good Friday, the hymn "The Old Rugged Cross" was written and composed by George Bennard.
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Gabriel Faure Brief Biography
Gabriel Fauré was equally distinguished and respected as a composer and a teacher. Here's a profile of his life, career and music.
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Scientist Werner Heisenberg
Werner Karl Heisenberg's brief bio. He laid the foundations of Quantum Mechanics, and formulated the 'Uncertainty Principle' and 'Matrix Mechanics.'
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Martinu Opera The Greek Passion
Recke pasije (The Greek Passion), in German, Czech or English languages, an opera by Bohuslav Martinu. Opera plot summary, character descriptions, and other information.
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Maurice Ravel Biography
Notes on the life and works of Maurice Ravel, classed with Debussy as an Impressionist composer.
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Biography of Musician Eric Satie
Life and works of French composer Eric Satie, a pioneer of the avant garde, one of the great eccentrics but a creative innovator.
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Browning's Elizabeth Barrett
Brief biography and works of English poet Elizabeth Barrett Bowning, famous for "Sonnets from the Portuguese."
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Messiaen's Saint Francois D'Assise
Saint Francois d'Assise (Saint Francis of Assisi), a French opera by Olivier Messiaen. Opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Edith Wharton, Author
Brief biography of Edith Wharton, one of America's master novelists, 1921 Pulitzer Prize winner for 'The Age of Innocence.'
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Playwright Henrik Ibsen
Brief biography and works of Norwegian dramatist and poet Henrik Ibsen, famous for A Doll's House, Peer Gynt and Hedda Gabler.
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Oscar Wilde and Wit
Brief biography of Oscar Wilde, a celebrated Irish poet, playwright, essayist and novelist, famous for 'The Importance of Being Earnest' and 'The Picture of Dorian Gray.'
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Greek Philosopher Pythagoras
Brief biography of Greek great thinker Pythagoras who explained reality in terms of numbers and gave us the Pythagorean Theorem.
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Camille Saint-Saens, Composer
Short biography of French composer Camille Saint-Saens, organist and pianist, known for suite 'Carnaval des Animaux' and the opera 'Samson et Dalila'.
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Biography of Anton Rubinstein
Anton Rubinstein, Russian composer and virtuoso pianist, founder of St Petersburg Conservatory and Russian Musical Society.
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Percy Grainger
Brief biography of Australian-born American Percy Aldridge Grainger, prolific composer, music educator, virtuoso pianist, innovator, and facilitator for languages.
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Nicolaus Copernicus brief biography
Brief biography of Polish scientist Nicolaus Copernicus, proponent of the sun-centered solar system.
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How to Track Job Search Progress
As a job seeker, it is important to track your job search transition progress, and there are ways to sustain level of confidence and motivation.
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Roger Bacon, Medieval Thinker
Brief biography of Roger Bacon, 13th century English Franciscan medieval thinker. He is known for his 'Opus Maius' and as 'Doctor Mirabilis.'
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Albert Einstein, Scientist
Brief biography of Albert Einstein, German-born Swiss-American mathematical physicist famous for Theory of Relativity with equation E=MC²
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Job Search Follow-Up
As an expression of continuing interest, it is important for a job seeker to follow-up after an interview. It can also help speed up the application process.
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Opera Mozart and Salieri
Mozart and Salieri, Opus 48, a Russian opera by Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov. "Mozart and Salieri" opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Job Search Telephone Techniques
The telephone is an important job-finding tool, a means of communication, that a job seeker can use.
A successful call can land a job seeker an interview.
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Love Quotes from Great Writers
Best quotes of love from great writers to celebrate Valentine's Day.
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How to Approach Potential Employers
This article offers ways on how job seekers can approach or advance towards potential employers, an important step in getting that job.
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Job Seekers Need a Plan to Progress an Interview
Job searcher's game plans and things to consider to progress for interviews from potential employers.
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English Writer Graham Greene
Brief biography of English writer Graham Greene, popular for The Third Man, Brighton Rock and The Quiet American, among others.
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Thomas Hardy Brief Biography
Life and works of English author Thomas Hardy, famous for Far from the Madding Crowd and Tess of the D'Urbervilles, and known for themes about ordinary country people.
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Tips to Improve Chances of Getting that Job
Tips to improve chances of getting that job. The job seeker must research to know the market situation - the target market, and the obvious and hidden markets.
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Biography of Claudio Monteverdi
Life and works of Italian composer Claudio Monteverdi, famous for La Favola d'Orfeo (The Fable of Orpheus).
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Edvard Grieg Life and Works
Biography of composer and pianist Edvard Grieg, greatest composer of Norway, famous for Peer Gynt Suite.
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Charles Dickens Life and Work
Biography and works of English writer Charles Dickens, considered England's greatest novelist.
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James Joyce Author Biography
Brief biography British-born writer James Joyce, one of the most important 20th century writers, who wrote Dubliners and A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man.
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Biography of Leonard Bernstein
Life and works of Leonard Bernstein - consummate musician, one of 20th century's most celebrated conductors, and famous for creation of "West Side Story".
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David Barlow Biography
Brief biography of British David Barlow, 20th century's music teacher and respected composer, known for 'David and Bathsheba.'
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Isaac Newton, Scientist
Brief biography of Sir Isaac Newton, considered the greatest scientist of all time, famous for "Principia," discovery of gravity, laws of motion, mathematics of calculus.
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Elegy for Young Lovers Henze Opera
Elegie für Junge Liebende (Elegy for Young Lovers), is a German tragedy opera by Hans Werner Henze. Elegy for Young Lovers opera plot summary, and character list.
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Wagner Opera The Ban on Love
The Ban on Love (Das Liebesverbot), a German 2-act opera by Richard Wagner. Das Liebesverbot opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Virginia Woolf Short Bio
Brief biography of influential English author Virginia Woolf, founder of Bloomsbury Group of Writers, famous for feminism, Mrs. Dalloway, Orlando, and The Waves
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Christopher Marlowe, Tragedy Plays
Brief biography and tragic plays of Elizabethan writer Christopher Marlowe, famous for the poem "The Passionate Shepherd to His Love."
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George Eliot / Mary Ann Evans
Brief biography of the life and works of author George Eliot, one of the world's best British short-story writers, famous for Middlemarch and Silas Marner.
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Simone de Beauvoir Biography
Brief biography of Simone de Beauvoir, author of The Ethics of Ambiguity and famous for quote "One is not born a woman, one becomes one."
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Aram Ilyich Khachaturian Biography
Life and major works of Armenian composer Aram Khachaturian, famous for Gayaneh, Sabre Dance and Spartacus.
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Luigi Cherubini Biography
Brief Biography of composer and teacher Luigi Cherubini - his life, career and works. He significantly contributed to the development of French opera.
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Christiaan Huygens
Biography of Dutch mathematician, physicist, and astronomer Christiaan Huygens, scientist of the late 17th century, famed for invention of the pendulum clock, and more.
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Wolf-Ferrari Opera Doctor Cupid
L'Amore Medico (Doctor Cupid), an Italian opera by Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari. L'Amore Medico opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Richard Strauss Opera The Love of Danae
The Love of Danae (Die Liebe der Danae), a German opera by Richard Strauss. Die Liebe der Danae opera plot summary, character list, and other opera information.
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Biography of Arthur Sullivan
Biography of British composer Sir Arthur Sullivan, the Gilbert & Sullivan collaboration and their "Savoy Operas."
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Eugene d'Albert Biography
Brief biography of composer and pianist Eugene d'Albert, renowned interpreter of Bach, Beethoven, Brahms and Liszt music.
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Anton Chekhov Brief Biography
A brief biography of the life and works of one of Russia's great authors, Anton Chekhov, a short story writer and playwright for ordinary people.
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Federico Garcia Lorca
Brief biography of Federico García Lorca, his life, poetry, and works. Leading Spanish poet and playwright, also a composer, painter and pianist.
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New Year's Tips for New You
New Year's tips to a fresh start for a healthy, calm, and less stressful life.
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J.S. Bach's Christmas Oratorio Notes
JS Bach's sacred music, Christmas Oratorio - facts, structure, first performance, and brief history.
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Christmas Vespers: JS Bach Magnificat Notes
JS Bach's Magnificat, is a canticle, a sacred music of praise by Mary, on learning she'll give birth to Christ. Bach's Magnificat brief history, and other information.
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Jesus, the Great Teacher
Jesus Christ, a moral exemplar whose birthday is celebrated on Christmas Day, is a spiritual and wisdom teacher. He taught in parables and proverbs.
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History of Christmas Celebration
History of Christmas celebration - Epiphany, Nicholas and Santa Claus, from Roman celebration to today's Christmas carols, Christmas trees, and gift-giving.
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Rimsky-Korsakov's Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve (Noch' pered Rozhdestvom), a Russian opera by Rimsky-Korsakov: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Rimsky-Korsakov opera information.
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History of While Shepherds Watched
Short history of the Christmas carol "While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks by Night," a best-loved Nativity song.
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Noel Coward Biography
Short biography of the life and times of Sir Noél Coward, English versatile entertainer, with flair for the theatre and music.
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History of Christmas Music
Carols were originally associated with dancing, not singing, and Christmas hymns have always been Christian sacred songs.
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Joy to the World Christmas Carol History
Written by Isaac Watts and tune adapted from Handel's "Messiah" by Lowell Mason, this Advent and Christmas carol remains one of the best-known and best-loved songs.
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It Came Upon the Midnight Clear
"That Glorious Song of Old" was written by Americans Edmund Sears and composer Richard Willis, a carol that speaks of angels and the nativity.
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Caroline Herschel Biography
Herschel discovered 3 new nebulae, 8 new comets, and wrote 2 astronomical catalogues.
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Abide with Me Hymn
Written by Henry F. Lyte and composed by William H. Monk, this solemn hymn is a favorite among Christians in times of sorrow.
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Langston Hughes Biography
Brief biography of Langston Hughes - his life, career, and poetry - a leading author of Harlem Renaissance and creator of character 'Jesse B Simple.'
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George Herbert's Poem into Hymn
The text of this Christian song was written by George Herbert but several composers wrote the tune, including W. Henry Monk, Basil Harwood, Martin Shaw and Erik Routley.
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Sigmund Freud and His Couch
Biography of Freud, father of psychoanalysis, created the 'couch' idea as medical treatment in reliving early experiences by conversation between doctor and patient.
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Arnold Schoenberg: Tonality
Arnold Schoenberg's brief biography - his life, career and works. Known for advocating twelve-tone technique, and 'Pierrot lunaire' for voice and chamber music.
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Thank You Hymn History - We Gather Together
Translated in English by Theodore Baker and the tune arranged by Edward Kremser, "We Gather Together to Ask the Lord's Blessing" is a thanksgiving hymn.
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Pablo Neruda Poetry and Poems
Brief biography of Pablo Neruda, considered the best South American poet known for "Veinte poemas de amor y una cancion desesperada."
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Shostakovich: Symphony Master
Brief biography of Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich, his life and works. One of 20th century's greatest symphonists, famous for Symphony No.5.
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William James Brief Biography
Life and work of William James, and his philosophies in pragmatism and radical empiricism.
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English Composer Benjamin Britten
Brief biography of 20th century English composer, Benjamin Britten. More famous for vocals and opera rather than music for Concert Halls. He wrote opera Billy Budd.
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Percy Bysshe Shelley Biography
Life and Poetry of Percy Bysshe Shelley, one of England's greatest poets, contemporary of John Keats, and husband of Frankenstein's creator, Mary Godwin Shelley.
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Notes on Now Thank We All Our God
The text of this loved thanksgiving hymn was written by Rinkart, and the tune composed by Crüger - with countless gifts of love, still is ours today.
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Notes on Rossini's Mose in Egitto
Mosè in Egitto (Moses in Egypt), an Italian tragic (seria) opera by Gioachino Rossini: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Rossini opera infor
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Ralph Vaughan Williams, Composer
Brief biography of English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams - his life, influence and list of major works. Famous for "Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis."
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For the Beauty of the Earth
Famous sacred hymn of grateful praise written by Folliott Pierpoint and composed by Conrad Kocher.
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Giuseppe Verdi's Falstaff
Falstaff, an Italian lyric comedy opera by Giuseppe Verdi: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Verdi opera information.
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All Things Bright and Beautiful
This hymn for children, "All Things Bright and Beautiful," written by Cecil Frances Alexander, explains the first line of the Apostle's Creed.
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Giuseppe Verdi Raised Heights of Opera
Giuseppe Verdi's brief biography - his life and list of major works. Famous for operas Rigoletto, Aida, Nabucco, La Traviata, Il Trovatore, and more.
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Aaron Copland, Wild West Music
Brief biography of American composer and music teacher Aaron Copland, his film scores and works. Famous for ballet Appalachian Spring.
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Edmund Spenser: Elizabethan Poet
Short biography of the life and works of English poet Edmund Spenser, leading poet during the Elizabethan Era, and famous for "The Faerie Queene."
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John Rayleigh : Inert Gas Argon
Brief biography of English physicist Lord John Rayleigh, a Nobel Prize laureate in physics for isolating gas argon, known for "Rayleigh Scattering" and why sky is blue.
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Joseph Haydn's Armida
Armida, an Italian heroic opera (dramma eroica) by Joseph Haydn: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Haydn opera information.
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Rossini's La Scala di Seta
La Scala di Seta (The Silken Ladder), an Italian farce opera by Gioachino Rossini: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Rossini opera information.
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Rossini Le Comte Ory
Le Comte Ory (The Count Ory), a French comic opera by Gioachino Rossini: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Rossini opera information.
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Biography and Works of Carl Orff
Brief biography of German composer Carl Orff, his life, career, list of works. Famous for scenic cantata Carmina Burana.
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Igor Stravinsky Biography
The life and works of Igor Stravinsky, famous for The Firebird, The Rite of Spring, L'histoire du soldat, and The Rake's Progress.
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Nadia Boulanger Brief Biography
Nadia Boulanger's life, career and list of prominent students. She was considered the greatest music teacher of the 20th century.
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Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah
Written by Welsh Williams and composer John Hughes, this famous Christian hymn is a best-loved song in Wales.
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O Come, O Come, Emmanuel Hymn History
Short history of "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel," (Veni Emmanuel), a best-loved Christmas carol to the tune of "Come God with Us."
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Poulenc's Dialogues Des Carmelites
Dialogues des Carmélites, a French opera by Francis Poulenc: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Francis Poulenc opera information.
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Ivan Turgenev Author Biography
The life and works of Russian writer, novelist and playwright Ivan Turgenev, known for his sympathy towards peasants.
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Tips How to Slow Down on Christmas Holidays
For those having difficulty slowing down with self-imposed deadlines or addiction to the fast pace, here are ways to slow down and enjoy life
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Jules Massenet French Opera Master
Brief biography of Jules Massenet, his life, career, operas and other works. Famous for opera Manon, Le Cid and Thaïs, with the famous intermezzo 'Meditation.'
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Adolphe Adam: Giselle Composer
Adolphe Adam's brief biography. Pioneer of 19th-century French Romantic ballets and operas, and famous of Christmas song Cantique de Noel.
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Charles Gounod: French Composer
Brief biography of Charles Gounod, best known for opera Faust and religious music "Ave Maria," both instrumental and soprano voice.
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John Dewey: Pragmatism
Biography of American philosopher and educationist John Dewey, pioneer of pragmatism and educational reforms.
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Home, Sweet Home Song
Brief history of the endearing song "Home, Sweet Home" by songwriter John Howard Payne and composer Sir Henry Bishop.
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Giacomo Puccini, Life and Works
Brief biography of Italian composer Giacomo Puccini, famous for La Bohème, Tosca, Madama Butterfly and Turandot. Greatest 'Giovane Scuola' of his time.
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Hindemith The Long Christmas Dinner
The Long Christmas Dinner (Das Lange Weihnachtsmahl), an English opera by Paul Hindemith, opera plot synopsis, character description, other information
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Gustav Holst and The Planets
Life and works of Gustav Holst, famous for orchestral suite 'The Planets.'
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Georges Bizet's Le Docteur Miracle
Le Docteur Miracle (Doctor Miracle), a French comic operetta by Georges Bizet: operetta plot synopsis, character description, and other Georges Bizet operetta information
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Beyond The Sunset: Brocks
Inspired history of the gospel song 'Beyond the Sunset, O Blissful Morning' and brief biography of hymn-writer Virgil Brock and his wife Blanche, who composed it.
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Sergei Diaghilev, Impresario
Brief biography of Russian impressario Sergei Diaghilev (Sergey Pavlovich Diagilev), famous for ballets "The Rite of Spring" and "The Firebird."
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Carl Orff Opera Die Kluge
Die Kluge (The Wise Woman), a German fairy tale opera by Carl Orff: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Carl Orff opera information.
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Rebecca West Author Biography
Life and works of Anglo-Irish author Dame Rebecca West, best known for 'The Meaning of Treason' and 'The Fountain Overflows.'
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Jacques Offenbach, Champs-Elysees
Brief biography of Jacques Offenbach - his life, operettas and works. Famous for his masterpiece and only opera, "The Tales of Hoffmann" (Les Contes d'Hoffmann).
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Ottorino Respighi Biography
Life and works of Ottorino Respighi, best-known for symphonic poem trilogy of Rome.
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Tips to Avoid Christmas Blues
It can be stressful on occasions like Christmas when you're feeling the blues or lonely. Tips how to reduce loneliness during the holiday season.
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Gioachino Rossini: Brief Biography
Gioachino Rossini's brief biography - his life, operas and other works. He was famous for The Barber of Seville (Il barbiere di Siviglia).
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Il Signor Bruschino Rossini Opera
Il Signor Bruschino (Son by Chance), Italian farce opera by Gioachino Rossini: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Rossini opera information.
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Frederick Delius, Nature Lover
Brief biography of Frederick Delius, English composer known of his passion for nature and famous for 'On Hearing the First Cuckoo in Spring.'
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John Keats Bio, Poetry, and Poems
Biography of John Keats, one of the world's best poets.
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Jean Sibelius Biography
The life and works of Finland's greatest composer Jean Sibelius, famous for orchestral piece Finlandia and Symphony No.5.
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Count Your Blessings Hymn
History of the finest thanksgiving hymn "Count Your Blessings," and brief biographies of hymn-writer Johnson Oatman, Jr. and composer Edwin Excell.
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Be Still My Soul Spiritual History
Brief biography of hymn-writer Katharine von Schlegel and history of spiritual revival hymn "Be Still, My Soul" (Finlandia).
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Christmas Operas in One Act
Christmas one-act operas: Menotti's Amahl and the Night Visitors and Bridge's The Christmas Rose: opera plot synopsis, character description and other opera information.
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Sylvia Plath Author Biography
Life and work of Sylvia Plath, best-known for her poetry and poems despite controversy due to her suicide.
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Leo Delibes Biography
The life and works of French composer Léo Delibes, famous for his ballets and operas.
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Francis Poulenc of 'Les Six'
Brief biography of composer and pianist Francis Poulenc, of 'Les Six' ('The Six) group of French composers. Famous for ballet 'Les Biches' ('The Little Darlings.')
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Franz Lehar: The Merry Widow
Die Lustige Witwe, a Austrian operetta by Franz Lehár: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Lehár operetta information.
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Honegger's Jeanne d'Arc au Bucher
Jeanne d'Arc au Bûcher (Joan of Arc at the Stake) by Arthur Honegger: oratorio plot synopsis, character description, and other Honegger oratorio information.
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Composer Franz Lehar
Brief biography of Franz Lehár, leading composer of light operettas, extremely famous for The Merry Widow. His waltz 'Gold and Silver' is also often recorded.
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Ways to Survive a Loss By Death
Grief over the deceased is considered the most painful of human emotions due to its finality. The bereaved begins a process to cope and survive.
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Ferruccio Busoni's Arlecchino
Arlecchino (Harlequin), an Italian comic opera by Ferruccio Busoni: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Busoni opera information.
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Leopold Mozart: Wolfgang's Father
Life, career and works of Leopold Mozart - German composer, violin teacher, violinist, theorist - devoted father and first teacher of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
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Mozart: Gifted Child Prodigy
A historical glimpse of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, from baby Mozart until he was about to turn 5, his age when he started composing.
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John H. Payne Wrote of Home
John Howard Payne's brief biography - his life, career, plays - and history of the haunting song "Home, Sweet Home."
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Ponchielli Opera La Gioconda
La Gioconda, an Italian melodramatic opera by Amilcare Ponchielli: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Ponchielli opera information.
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Composer Amilcare Ponchielli
Brief biography of Italian composer Amilcare Ponchielli - life, career, works, list of operas. Famous for opera 'La Gioconda' and as Puccini's teacher.
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How to Deal with Stress in Life
Aside from managing time, here are tips that can reduce stress in life, whether it's about family, relationship, money, relocation or career.
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Scott Joplin: King of Ragtime
Brief biography of Scott Joplin, 'The King of Ragtime' in later 19th-Century. Famous for 'The Entertainer' piano music - used in the blockbuster movie 'The Sting.'
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Ella Fitzgerald with Love
Profiles the achievements, awards and legacy of Ella Fitzgerald, one of the greatest Black American jazz vocalists.
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Grief for a Loved One's Loss
Grief discussed in relation to the loss of a loved one, considered the most difficult, being the finality of physical separation.
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Vincenzo Bellini's Life and Works
Vincenzo Bellini's brief biography. He is best known for opera Norma and 'bel canto.'
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Richard Wagner's Life and Works
Brief biography of Richard Wagner, inlcuding his vices, leitmotif and operas. Famous for Der Ring des Nibelungen and Die Valkürie.
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Richard Strauss Opera Salome
Salome, a German dramatic opera by Richard Strauss: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Richard Strauss opera information.
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Felix Mendelssohn's St Paul, Op.36
Felix Mendelssohn's oratorio St Paul, Op.36: facts, the cast, brief history and other Mendelssohn-related information.
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JS Bach St. Matthew Passion
Johann Sebastian Bach's St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244: facts, the cast, brief history, and other related information.
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Composer Mikhail Glinka's Life
Brief biography of Mikhail Glinka - his life and works. Famous for Russian folk-themed opera, Ruslan and Lyudmila. Master of Russian symphonic music.
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Mozart's Teenage Years, 1769-1775
Life and works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart as a teenager. Places he traveled, his compositions and performances.
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Schubert Opera Alfonso and Estrella
Romantic opera Alfonso and Estrella (Alfonso und Estrella) by Austrian composer Franz Schubert: plot synopsis, character list, and other Schubert opera information.
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Composer Ruggero Leoncavallo
Ruggero Leoncavallo's brief biography - his life and contribution to Italian opera, in particular, Italian verismo (realism) movement. Contemporary of Puccini.
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Italian Composer Pietro Mascagni
Pietro Mascagni's brief biography - his life and contribution to Italian opera, in particular, Verismo (Realism) movement. Famous for Cavalleria Rusticana.
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Joseph Haydn's The Seasons
Franz Joseph Haydn's oratorio The Seasons (Die Jahreszeiten): facts, the cast, brief history, and other Haydn-related information.
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Donizetti Opera Lucrezia Borgia
Lucrezia Borgia, an Italian opera by Romantic composer Gaetano Donizatti: opera plot synopsis / summary, character description, and other Donizetti opera information.
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Weber's Opera Der Freischütz
Romantic opera Der Freischütz (The Freeshooter) by German composer Carl Maria von Weber: plot synopsis, character list, and other Weber opera information.
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Gaetano Donizetti Biography
Brief biography of Italian composer Gaetano Donizetti, his life, career and list of his major operas. Best known for L'Elisir d'amore and Lucia di Lammermoor.
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Beethoven Opera Fidelio
Fidelio, the only opera by German composer Ludwig van Beethoven: opera plot summary/synopsis, character description, and other Beethoven opera information.
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De Koven: Oh, Promise Me
Brief biography of composer Reginald De Koven and the wedding song "Oh, Promise Me" taken from his Operetta "Robin Hood." Clement Scott wrote the lyrics.
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Franz Schubert Biography
Biography of Austrian composer Franz Schubert - famous for 8th Symphony Unfinished, Trout Quintet, Serenade, and numerous songs, including Ave Maria.
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History of It is Well with My Soul
Brief biography of Christian lawyer Horatio G. Spafford and the history of the inspiring hymn he wrote, "It is Well with My Soul."
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Biography of Johann Christian Bach
Brief biography of Classical composer Johann Christian Bach (JC Bach), popularly called 'London Bach' or 'English Bach.' He greatly influenced Mozart.
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Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
Brief biography of CPE Bach, master of the keyboards, arguably, founder of modern piano-playing, and famous for "treatise on how to play the keyboard correctly."
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Luigi Boccherini Bio
Brief biography of Classical period composer and cellist Luigi Boccherini, his life and works that influenced later prominent composers like Gluck, Haydn and Mozart.
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Great is Thy Faithfulness
Profiles the popular sacred song "Great is Thy Faithfulness" and brief biography of text author Thomas Chisholm. Music is composed by William Runyan.
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Niccolo Paganini - Superstar
Life and works of Italian composer and virtuoso violinist Niccolo Paganini, dubbed as the "first superstar."
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Mozart's First European Tour 1763
Account of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's first 'grand tour' of Europe with his family, and what he was composing from 7 to 10 years of age.
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Opera The Love for Three Oranges
The Love for Three Oranges (Lyubov k Tryom Apelsiname), a fairytale opera by Sergei Prokofiev: Plot synopsis, character description, and other Prokofiev opera information
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Modest Mussorgsky Biography
Biography of innovative Russian composer and pianist Modest Mussorgsky, famous for 'Pictures at an Exhibition' and opera Boris Godunov.
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Composer César Cui Biography
Life and works of César Cui, one of 'The Five' Nationalist Russian composers. Famous for art songs, operas, and his acidic musical criticisms.
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Georges Bizet, Composer
French composer Georges Bizet's brief biography - his life and works. Best known for his masterpiece 'Carmen,' one of best-loved operas staged worldwide.
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Sydney Opera House Early Operas
Profiles classic operas performed in the early years of the Sydney Opera House, Australia's beautiful landmark in Sydney, alongside the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
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Amazing Grace Sacred Song
Brief history of "Amazing Grace," a famous and best loved Christian hymn, written by John Newton, sea captain and clergyman.
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History of How Great Thou Art
History of the hymn "How Great Thou Art" - in praise of the most powerful God, with brief biography of Swedish writer Carl Boberg and English translator Stuart Hine.
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F. Scott Fitzgerald Biography
F. Scott Fitzgerald, one of 20th-century greatest American writers during the Roaring Twenties or Age of Jazz, The Great Gatsby fame.
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French Composer Hector Berlioz
A brief biography of the life, career and works of Hector Berlioz - a major figure in the 19th century music Romantic movement and peer to Liszt and Wagner.
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Ludwig van Beethoven Biography
Brief biography and works of German Composer Ludwig van Beethoven.
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Gustav Mahler Life and Works
Biography of Austrian composer and conductor Gustav Mahler, known for symphonies and song-cycles.
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Gustave Flaubert
Biography of French novelist Gustave Flaubert, one of the greatest and most influential novelists in his time, and advocate of Naturalism.
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Guy de Maupassant
A brief biography, life and works, of French author Guy de Maupassant, one of the world's best short-story writers.
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Strauss Opera Der Rosenkavalier
Der Rosenkavalier (The Cavalier of the Rose), a German opera by Richard Strauss: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Richard Strauss opera information.
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Richard Strauss Opera Elektra
Elektra, a German tragic opera by Richard Strauss: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Richard Strauss opera information.
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Richard Strauss Biography
Liofe and works of post-romantic composer Richard Strauss, famous for opera Der Rosenkavalier ('The Cavalier of the Rose').
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Janacek Opera Katya Kabanova
Katya Kabanova (Kát'a Kabanova), a three-act tragic opera by Czech composer Leos Janácek: Plot synopsis, character description, and other Janácek opera information.
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Bedrich Smetana - Ma Vlast
Short biography of Bedrich Smetana, first national composer of Bohemia (Czech Republic), famous for his patriotic 'Ma Vlast' ('My Country') symphonic poem.
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HG Wells Life and Works
Brief biography of English short-story writer and historian H.G. Wells, best known for his science fiction works such as The Time Machine and The Invisible Man.
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Czech Composer Leos Janacek
Leo Janácek's biography - his life and works. He was recognized and became famous after the performance of his opera 'Jenufa' in Prague.
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Claude Debussy: Life and Works
Biography of French composer Claude Debussy, regarded founder of music impressionism and famous for two preludes, 'Clair de lune' and 'La mer.'
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Da Ponte, Mozart Librettist
Brief biography of Lorenzo Da Ponte, Italian librettist who wrote three of Mozart's four best operas - Le Nozze di Figaro, Don Giovanni and Così fan tutte.
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Bartok Opera Bluebeard's Castle
Bluebeard's Castle (A Kékszakállú Herceg Vára), by Hungarian composer Béla Bartók: Plot synopsis, character description, and other Bartók opera information.
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Tchaikovsky Opera Eugene Onegin
Eugene Onegin (Yevgeny Onyegin), a Russian opera by Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Tchaikovsky opera information.
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Antonio Salieri
Brief biography of Antonio Salieri - his life and major works. His name has often been linked to Mozart's.
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Alexander Glazunov Biography
Life and works of Alexander Glazunov. He is famous for ballets The Seasons and Raymonda.
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Leo Tolstoy Bio and Works
Biography of Russian author Leo Tolstoy, one of Russia's greatest writers famous for 'War and Peace' and 'Anna Karenina.'
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D.H. Lawrence Biography
Life and works of D.H. Lawrence, controversial English author on sexual themes, in particular, "Lady Chatterley's Lover."
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Mozart Stage Works, Age 11
In 1767, 11 year-old Mozart composed Die Schuldigkeit des ersten Gebots, K.35 and Apollo et Hyacinthus, K.38: Summary, character list, and other related information.
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Antonin Dvorak Short Bio
Brief biography of Czech composer Antonin Dvorák - his life and works. He is best known for Symphony No.9, 'From the New World,' use of folk music, and opera Rusalka.
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I Pagliacci Leoncavallo Opera
I Pagliacci, an Italian opera by Ruggero Leoncavallo. I Pagliacci opera plot summary, character list, and other Pagliacci opera information.
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Cavalleria Rusticana
Cavaleria Rusticana (Rustic Chivalry), an Italian opera by Pietro Mascagni. Opera plot summary, character list, and other Mascagni opera information.
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Mozart Opera Zaide
Zaide (K.344), an unfinished German opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Zaide opera plot summary, character list, and other Zaide opera information.
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Luciano Pavarotti Dies
Luciano Pavarotti, the legendary opera tenor passes away. This is a tribute to his life, his voice and his performances that endeared him to millions of us.
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Biography of Anton Bruckner
Anton Bruckner spent most of his life quietly composing, but now he's regarded as 19th-century's great symphonic masters.
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Engelbert Humperdinck
Brief biography of German composer Engelbert Humperdinck - his life and works - famous for fairytale opera Hänsel und Gretel (Hansel and Gretel).
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Grimms Hansel and Gretel to Music
Opera Hänsel und Gretel (Hansel and Gretel) by German composer Engelbert Humperdinck: plot synopsis, character list, and other Humperdinck opera information.
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Felix Mendelssohn's Elijah
Felix Mendelssohn's oratorio Elijah: facts, the cast, brief synopsis, brief history, and other Mendelssohn-related information.
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Joseph Haydn's The Creation
Franz Joseph Haydn's oratorio The Creation: facts, the cast, brief history of The Creation, and other Haydn-related information.
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Gluck Opera Armide
Opera 'Armide' by Christoph Willibald von Gluck: plot synopsis, character list, and other Gluck opera information.
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Christoph Willibald Gluck
Christoph W. Gluck's biography - his life, music and influence on 18th-century operatic reforms.
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Gluck Opera Alceste
Alceste (Alcestis) by Christoph Willibald von Gluck: plot summary, character list, and other C.W. Gluck opera information.
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Felix Mendelssohn Biography
Life and works of Felix Mendelssohn, 19th century composer who founded the Leipzig Conservatory of Music and revived the works of Bach and Handel.
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Franz Liszt Biography
Franz Liszt's life, influence and works. He is best remembered for orchestral symphonic poems, piano virtuosity, and "Dream of Love."
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Hungarian Composer Zoltan Kodaly
Brief biography of Zoltan Kodaly, his life and music. Together with Bartok, they elevated Hungarian music through folk music and dances.
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Carl Maria von Weber
Brief biography of Carl Maria von Weber, best-known for founding the Romantic school of opera and famous for his opera Der Freischütz
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Robert Schumann
Life and works of Robert Schumann, a poetic composer whose works relate to literature - poems, novels and plays.
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Sir Edward Elgar
Bio of Composer Sir Edward Elgar's life and music revisited as the English musical world celebrate the great composer's 150th birthday anniversary.
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Alexander Borodin Biography
Biography of Russian composer Alexander Borodin, member of 'The Mighty Handful' and a chemical scientist by profession.
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Balakirev: Founder of 'The Five'
Brief biography of Russian composer Mily Balakirev, leader and teacher of 'The Five.' He composed oriental fantasy Islamey.
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Mozart Opera Lucio Silla
Lucio Silla (Lucius Sulla), an Italian Drama Opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary, character list, and other information.
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Mozart Opera La Finta Giardiniera
La finta giardiniera (The Pretended Gardener), an Italian comic opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Plot summary, character list, and other information.
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Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Brief biography of Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky famous for ballets, symphonies, concerti, and operas.
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Johannes Brahms
Brief biography of Johannes Brahms, German composer, pianist and conductor of the Romantic period.
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Mozart Opera Mitridate re di Ponto
Mithridates, King of Pontus, an Italian Opera Seria (Drama) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary, character list, and other information.
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Mothers Day Anthology Book
Letters to My Mother is a collection of letters, written by people of all ages and backgrounds, to pay tribute to the women who give us life - and love.
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Mozart Opera La Finta Semplice
La Finta Semplice (The Pretended Simpleton), an Italian Comic Opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary, character list, and other information.
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Duke Ellington: Big-Band Jazz
Biography of Edward "Duke" Ellington - his life and career. He was influential in jazz history and founder of the big-band jazz music.
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Ella Fitzgerald Biography
'The First Lady of Song' is known for her sweet jazz and sultry ballads, peerless vocal technique and wide vocal range.
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Eugene Delacroix
Brief biography of Eugéne Delacroix, known for swinging brush strokes and vivid colors. His subjects were historical, religious, literary, and portraits of friends.
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Mozart Opera La Clemenza di Tito
La Clemenza di Tito (The Clemency of Titus), a two-act seria (drama) opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary, character list, and other Mozart opera Information
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Mozart Opera Idomeneo
Idomeneo, a 3-act opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary,character list, and other Mozart opera information.
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William Shakespeare Biography
Brief biography of William Shakespeare, best known for Sonnet collections, tragedy, comedy and historical plays; and for his imagery and characters.
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Anthony Trollope Author Biography
Life and works of English novelist Anthony Trollope, whose books are about English society set in imaginary Barchester cathedral city.
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Mozart Opera Ascanio in Alba
Ascanio in Alba, KV 111, by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary, character list, and other Mozart opera information.
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Mozart Opera Il Re Pastore
Il re pastore (The Shepherd King), by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary, character list, and other Mozart opera information.
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Joan Miro
Biography of Joan Miró, legendary 20th century Catalan artist influenced by Surrealism and Dada, his works derived from interpretation, fantasy and imagination.
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Sergei Prokofiev Biography
Life and works of Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev, best known for opera The Love for Three Oranges, ballet Romeo and Juliet, and fairy tale Peter and the Wolf.
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Gluck Opera Iphigenie en Tauride
Christoph Willibald Gluck's French opera Iphigénie en Tauride (Iphigenia in Tauris), Plot summary, characater list, and other C.W. Gluck information.
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Gluck Opera Iphigenie en Aulide
French opera Iphigénie en Aulide (Iphigenia in Aulis) by Christoph Willibald von Gluck: plot summary, character list, and other C.W. Gluck opera information
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Sir Peter Ustinov Biography
Biography of Sir Peter Ustinov, Renaissance man, linguist, UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, a Renaissance man.
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Antonio Vivaldi the Red Priest
Brief biography of Antonio Vivaldi, his life and works. Enormously famous for violin concertos 'Le Quattro Stagione' (The Four Seasons.)
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Biography
Life and Works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - child prodigy, musical genius, and arguably, the greatest composer.
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Mozart Opera in One-Act
Mozart's operas in one-act: Bastien und Bastienne (Bastien and Bastienne), Il sogno di Scipione (Scipio's Dream), and Der Schauspieldirektor: summaries and information.
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Arthur Honegger, Les Six
Brief biography of French composer Arthur Honegger, a neo-classicist known for "Le Roi David" and "Pacific 231."
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Germaine Tailleferre
The life and works of Germaine Tailleferre, the only woman member of 'Les Six.' She wrote operas, ballets, instrumental music, and film scores.
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Nicole Kidman Top Australian Award
Australian actress Nicole Kidman, UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for health issues and advocate of cancer research, receives Australia's top honors.
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Henry James, Life and Works
Biography of classic author and prolific writer Henry James, best known for his complex characters and morality themes.
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The Abduction from the Seraglio
Die Entführung aus Dem Serail (Abduction from the Seraglio), by Amadeus Wolfgang Mozart: Seraglio plot summary, character list, and other Mozart opera information.
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George Frideric Handel
Brief biography of composer George F. Handel, best-known for oratorios and operas. Famous for oratorio Messiah.
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Karen Blixen - Out of Africa
Brief biography of Danish writer Karen Blixen who wrote under the pseudonym Isak Dinesen.
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Anatole France, French Author
Brief biography of French writer Anatole France, best known for prose elegance, and ironical and sympathetic portrayal of characters.
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Georg Philipp Telemann Biography
Biography of Baroque composer George Philipp Telemann - his life, career and musical works.
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Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
Biography of Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Russian composer famous for Scheherazade and "The Flight of the Bumble Bee."
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Jacobs-Bond: I Love You Truly
Tribute to American singer and songwriter Carrie Jacobs-Bond who wrote the lyrics and music of "I Love You Truly," a favorite parlor song often used in weddings.
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Johann Sebastian Bach Biography
Brief biography of Baroque composer JS Bach, German Protestant composer, a master of contrapuntal technique.
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Handel's Oratorio Messiah
Handel's sacred music, Messiah, remains the greatest oratorio. Handel's Messiah facts, brief history, and first performance.
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Mozart Opera Die Zauberflöte
The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflöte), by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Plot synopsis, character description, and other Mozart opera information.
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Mozart Opera Le Nozze di Figaro
The Marriage of Figaro (Le Nozze di Figaro) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary, character list, and other Mozart opera information.
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Mozart Opera Don Giovanni
Don Giovanni by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: plot summary, character list, and other Mozart opera information.
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Mozart Opera Cosi fan tutte
Così fan Tutte, Opera Buffa (Comic opera) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Plot synopsis, character description, and other Mozart opera information.
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Raphael - High Renaissance Painter
Brief biography of Raffaello Sanzio (Raphael), youngest of the other High Renaissance artists: Michelangelo Buonarroti and Leonardo da Vinci.
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Giuseppe Tartini
Profile of Giuseppe Tartini, a late Baroque and early Classical composer. He was a foremost Italian instrumental musician.
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Chilean Poet Gabriela Mistral
Short biography of Lucila Godoy de Alcayaga (aka Gabriela Mistral), Chilean teacher, diplomat, and gifted poet.
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Ferruccio Busoni Biography
Brief Biography of German-Italian Ferruccio Busoni, child prodigy, gifted composer and a visionary musician.
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Stephen Storace Biography
Brief biography of composer and opera singer Stephen Storace, whose opera buffa was most popular in 18th-century England.
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Emile Zola: Life and Works
Short biography of French writer Emile Zola - his life and works. He wrote novels that dealt with harsh realities in working-class life.
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Sergey Rachmaninoff
Brief biography of Russian born-American composer Sergei Rachmaninoff, his life and music. Famous for Piano Concerto No.2 and 'Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini.'
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Christ the Lord is Risen Today
History of the sacred Easter hymn "Christ the Lord is Risen Today" written by the English greatest hymn-writer and evangelist Charles Wesley.
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Louis Spohr Life and Works
Brief biography of Louis Spohr. His composition style is transition between Classicism and Romanticism. He paved way for German Romantic opera with Carl Maria von Weber.
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Melanie Klein: Beyond Freud
Austrian psychoanalyst Melanie Klein a pioneer of child psychoanalysis with emphasis on child development.
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Joseph Haydn Biography
Life and Works of Franz Joseph Haydn, one of the greatest Austrian Classical composers, regarded as Father of Symphony.
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Vincent van Gogh's Life and Times
Brief biography of Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh, influential 20th-century artist on Fauves, Expressionism and Abstract Art.
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Francisco Jose de Goya
Short biography of Spanish Rococo and Romantic artist Francisco de Goya. His paintings and etchings provide insights of Spanish life and history.
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Sir William Walton
Brief biography of English composer Sir William Walton - his life, influence and works. Famous for 'Facade.'
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Béla Bartok: Folk Music Collector
Brief biography of Hungarian composer Béla Bartok, whose work was greatly influenced by his country's folk music.
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Sydney Harbour Bridge Turns 75
Sydneysiders celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Sydney Harbour Bridge with tributes, bridge walk, entertainments in The Rocks, Sydney Opera House, and Darling Harbour.
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O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go
Biography of the Scottish blind preacher Dr. George Matheson, and the inspiring hymn he wrote.
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How to Deal with Stress at Work
Employees become more productive by knowing and practicing ways how to deal with stress at work.
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Mozart Moves to Vienna: 1781
In 1781, Mozart the adult composer left Salzburg and moved to Vienna. The years 1781-1791 were his Vienna years, as freelance musican, tutor, and family man.
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