![]() ![]() On its most personal level, it draws on Dante’s own experience of exile from his native city of Florence. He is best known for his monumental epic poem La Commedia, later renamed by Giovanni Boccaccio to La Divina Commedia – The Divine Comedy.ĭante’s Divine Comedy, a landmark in Italian literature and among the greatest works of all medieval European literature, is a profound Christian vision of humankind’s temporal and eternal destiny. The Italians called him Il Sommo Poeta which could be translated in English as “The Supreme Poet”. ![]() For those who haven’t had a chance to learn about Dante yet, his full name was Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) and he was an Italian poet, prose writer, literary theorist, moral philosopher, and political thinker. Those who already know Dante and his Divine Comedy can skip this introduction and go directly to the artworks. Andrea del Castagno, Dante Alighieri, 1450, Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Italy. ![]()
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I received this book for free from Rachel's Random Resources in exchange for an honest review. ![]() ![]() If you remain unvaccinated because of a disability or sincerely held religious belief, please contact us at for assistance or to request a reasonable accommodation. a record of vaccination from the healthcare provider who administered your vaccine. ![]() Mask wearing is also required throughout the building. * Proof of vaccination is required to attend this event in person. The Promise charts the downfall of an entitled, racist, white South African family over 4 family funerals and 30 years odd following the collapse of the Apartheid regime. Zakes Mda is no longer able to join us for this event. The Promise, by South African author Damon Galgut, is the winner of the 2021 Booker Prize. Picture by Marthinus Basson Paul Perry Sun 25 Jul. Author Colm Tóibín ( The Magician) joins Galgut for a conversation on this searing story of family, history, grief, white privilege, and institutional racism. Book Reviews Damon Galgut’s The Promise is a masterpiece of guile and empathy Damon Galguts latest novel is a great family study. A family, reunited by four funerals over thirty years, remains haunted by an unmet promise, just as their country is haunted by its own failures. The winner of the 2021 Booker Prize and a New York Times Editors’ Choice, The Promise by novelist and playwright Damon Galgut ( The Good Doctor, In a Strange Room) is an epic South African drama that unfurls against the unrelenting march of history, sure to leave its readers transformed. Yet Damon Galgut’s remarkable new novel, The Promise (Europa), suggests that the demands of history and the answering cry of the novel can still powerfully converge. All registrants will receive a link to livestream the event. ![]() ![]() In-person* tickets include a $10 bookstore voucher, redeemable toward the featured event book on the night of the event. ![]() ![]() ![]() They e-mailed back and forth the first half of the book. Aaron is a soldier who is based in Afghanistan and Ruby lives with her parents in the US. Their means of communication is only through e-mails and chats. So the story was all about Ruby Marisol Santos and Aaron Hall whose friendship started virtually. There was no chemistry or a spark between them. Worse is that the heroine herself, a half-Filipina, tolerated it and called the food “gross”.Īpart from that, I didn’t feel an ounce of connection to the characters. Hate is such a strong word for it so maybe I could go for resentment over the fact that there was racism shoved in its part and characters even made fun of a Filipino food. First of all I don’t hate this book nor the author. What she didn’t count on was falling in love with the guy. Care packages were optional.īeen there, done that. The guidelines were simple: one letter or email a week for the length of his or her deployment. ![]() Ruby Santos knew exactly what she was getting herself into when she signed up to write a soldier overseas. ![]() ![]() ![]() "A visceral portrait of a young man reckoning with the ugly, persistent violence of social injustice." - Publishers WeeklyĪn ALAN / Amelia Elizabeth Walden Award Finalist! ![]() "Vivid and powerful." -Booklist, Starred Review In the media fallout, it's Justyce who is under attack. Justyce and Manny are caught in the crosshairs. Then comes the day Justyce goes driving with his best friend, Manny, windows rolled down, music turned up- way up, sparking the fury of a white off-duty cop beside them. But do they hold up anymore? He starts a journal to Dr. ![]() Despite leaving his rough neighborhood behind, he can't escape the scorn of his former peers or the ridicule of his new classmates. Justyce McAllister is a good kid, an honor student, and always there to help a friend-but none of that matters to the police officer who just put him in handcuffs. Raw, captivating, and undeniably real, Nic Stone joins industry giants Jason Reynolds and Walter Dean Myers as she boldly tackles American race relations in this stunning #1 New York Times bestselling debut, a William C. "A must-read!” –ANGIE THOMAS, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Hate U Give "Raw and gripping." –JASON REYNOLDS, New York Times bestselling coauthor of All American Boys "Powerful, wrenching.” –JOHN GREEN, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Turtles All the Way Down ![]() ![]() Rather than a shout of rage, The Wife Drought is the thoughtful, engaging catalyst for a conversation that’s long overdue. Written in Annabel Crabb’s inimitable style, it’s full of candid and funny stories from the author’s work in and around politics and the media, historical nuggets about the role of ‘The Wife’ in Australia, and intriguing research about the attitudes that pulse beneath the surface of egalitarian Australia.Ĭrabb’s call is for a ceasefire in the gender wars. The Wife Drought is about women, men, family and work. Working women are in an advanced, sustained, and chronically under-reported state of wife drought, and there is no sign of rain.īut why is the work-and-family debate always about women? Why don’t men get the same flexibility that women do? In our fixation on the barriers that face women on the way into the workplace, do we forget about the barriers that – for men – still block the exits? For decades, feminism has argued the case for getting women into the workplace. ![]() And it’s an advantage enjoyed – even in our modern society – by vastly more men than women. It’s a potent economic asset on the work front. Having a spouse who takes care of things at home is a Godsend on the domestic front. This book is full of stories from the authors work in and around politics and media, and involves anecdotes about high-profile women-and men. It’s a common joke among women juggling work and family. ![]() ![]() ![]() Serving as a foil for Anakin Skywalker, she has been highlighted as a strong female character in the franchise.Ĭreation and development Concept Īhsoka was created by George Lucas and Dave Filoni. Dawson reprised the role in a 2022 episode of the spin-off series The Book of Boba Fett, and is set to star in her limited series, Ahsoka, in 2023.Īlthough initially disliked by fans and critics, Ahsoka slowly developed into a more complex, well-rounded character, and ultimately became a fan favorite. ![]() In 2020, Ahsoka made her first live-action debut in the second season of the Disney+ series The Mandalorian, portrayed by Rosario Dawson. She is voiced by Ashley Eckstein, who also narrated the audiobook version of the novel Ahsoka (2016), following the character's exploits in-between the events of The Clone Wars and Rebels under the alias Ashla, which was ultimately adapted as " Resolve", the first season finale of Tales of the Jedi. Ahsoka reappears in the sequel series Star Wars Rebels (2014–2018) as a member of the Rebel Alliance, under the codename Fulcrum in the live-action film Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) as a voiceover cameo and in the miniseries Tales of the Jedi (2022). Introduced as the 14-year-old Jedi Padawan of Anakin Skywalker in 2008, she is a supporting character in the animated film Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008) and the subsequent animated television series (2008–2014 2020). ![]() Ahsoka Tano is a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() They are accompanied by their old friend Bumpo, an African prince who has been studying at Oxford, and whose hilarious mangling of fancy words shows how dangerous a little education can be. Then the voyages properly begin.ĭoctor Dolittle, Tommy, and several of their animal friends set sail. First come some dry-land escapades, including a remarkable murder trial in which a dog becomes the key witness. Tommy tells us how he befriended the amazing doctor, how he decided he wanted to be a naturalist too, and how he started to learn to talk the animals’ languages himself. In this second book of his adventures, Doctor Dolittle gets a young assistant: Tommy Stubbins, who narrates this installment. We have already met the good doctor of Puddleby-on-the-Marsh, the one who talks to animals, the better to treat their aches and pains and to learn about the natural world. ![]() ![]() Of course, a teacher could still try to get boys to engage with the text. A teacher or parent may want to make sure to reinforce that point though. While fashion and appearance are emphasized, Sassy's Grammy still makes sure to reinforce the idea of inner beauty and strength. Rather it could be used as a literature circle read or individual recommendation. Since this is decidedly a "girl" book, what with the sparkles on the cover and with a protagonist that is very concerned with fashion and her appearance, a teacher may not want to assign this book to an entire class. It turns out, a visit from Grammy is just the first of several surprises. At the very least, so I can find out exactly how much such a sack would weigh.Īfter going through an eventful school day and dreaming of having more color in her school, Sassy is surprised by a visit from her grandmother. While I tend more toward a backpack myself, after reading how much stuff (although mainly small items) it holds, I can't help but want my own Sassy Sack. Sassy's sack is a super-purse, filled with everything she needs. With her colorful Sassy Sack over her shoulder everyday, she takes on wearing her drab blue and white school uniform, being the youngest child in a family of five that are always calling her "Little Sister" instead of her name. ![]() ![]() ![]() Nine-year-old Sassy loves to express herself. ![]() Sassy: Little Sister is NOT My Name! New York: Scholastic Press. ![]() |