В монографии рассматриваются проблемы истории, развития «фэнтези» и детектива США и Англии. Автор анализирует основные темы, сюжеты, характерные особенности данных жанров. Речь идет в основном о творчестве Дж. Толкина, У.К. Ле Гуинн, Р. Чандлера, А. Кристи, С. Кинга и др. писателей. Книга рассчитана на специалистов в области зарубежной литературы, может быть использована при изучении спецкурсов по современной массовой беллетристике на филологических факультетах вузов, а также будет интересна...
Flappers and Philosophers was F. Scott Fitzgerald’s first collection. Today Fitzgerald is known primarily for writing the great American novel The Great Gatsby, but during his lifetime he was much better known for his short stories. After reading this wonderful collection you’ll understand why. Few writers have ever been capable of such a breadth of range as Fitzgerald displays here. Witty, cutting, insightful, and charming!
This antiquarian volume contains an interesting, general discussion about fishing and the many novelties, delights, and vicissitudes that accompany this most ancient pursuit. Written in simple, plain language and full of interesting ideas and aphoristic comments, this text will greatly appeal to those with a keen interest in fishing, and it makes for a lovely addition to collections of related literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Fisherman's Luck', 'The Thrilling...
This antiquarian volume contains an interesting, general discussion about fishing and the many novelties, delights, and vicissitudes that accompany this most ancient pursuit. Written in simple, plain language and full of interesting ideas and aphoristic comments, this text will greatly appeal to those with a keen interest in fishing, and it makes for a lovely addition to collections of related literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Fisherman's Luck', 'The Thrilling...