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  • The Diary of Lady Murasaki

    by Murasaki Shikibu, Richard Bowring ...
    Translated by Richard Bowring ...
    The Diary recorded by Lady Murasaki (c. 973-c. 1020), author of The Tale of Genji, is an intimate picture of her life as tutor and companion to the young Empress Shoshi. Told in a series of vignettes, it offers revealing glimpses of the Japanese imperial palace - the auspicious birth of a prince, rivalries between the Emperor's consorts, with sharp criticism of Murasaki's fellow ladies-in-waiting ... Read more

    $10.99 USD

  • An Introduction to Modern Japanese: Volume 2, Exercises and Word Lists

    by Richard Bowring, Haruko Uryu Laurie ...
    This is the second book in an extensive one-year introductory course in Japanese, also suitable for those who wish to work at a slower pace. Students who finish this course will have a firm grasp of how the language works and enough knowledge of the writing system to tackle everyday written material with no more than a dictionary. Particular attention is paid to questions of grammar which foreign ... Read more

    $95.99 USD

  • In Search of the Way

    Thought and Religion in Early-Modern Japan, 1582-1860

    by Richard Bowring ...
    In Search of the Way is a history of intellectual and religious developments in Japan during the Tokugawa period, covering the years 1582-1860. It begins with an explanation of the fate of Christianity, and proceeds to cover the changing nature of the relationship between Buddhism and secular authority, new developments in Shinto, and the growth of 'Japanese studies'. The main emphasis, however, ... Read more

    $128.99 USD

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  • An Introduction to Modern Japanese: Volume 1, Grammar Lessons

    by Richard John Bowring, Haruko Uryu Laurie ...
    This is the first book in a two-volume intensive one-year introductory course in Japanese, also suitable for those who wish to work at a slower pace. Students who finish this course will have a firm grasp of how the language works and enough knowledge of the writing system to tackle everyday written material with no more than a dictionary. Particular attention is paid to questions of grammar which ... Read more

    $124.99 USD

  • The Tale of Genji

    by Murasaki Shikibu ...
    Translated by Royall Tyler ...
    The acknowledged masterpiece of Japanese literature, Murasaki's great 11th century novel is a beautifully crafted story of love, betrayal and death at the Imperial Court.At the core of this epic is Prince Genji, the son of an emperor, whose passionate character, love affairs and shifting political fortunes, offer an exquisite glimpse of the golden age of Japan. Royal Tyler's superb new translation ... Read more

    $28.99 USD

  • Hamlet: Review Guide

    by totalclassnotes ...
    This eBook is a short and concise review guide of Hamlet by William Shakespeare. The review includes a short summary of the whole play, major themes in the play and explanations of those themes relations to the play, a character guide with brief details on the characters, and act reviews written in bullet point that go into more detail than the play summary. ... Read more

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  • Mark Twain: Man in White

    The Grand Adventure of His Final Years

    by Michael Shelden ...
    One day in late 1906, seventy-one-year-old Mark Twain attended a meeting on copyright law at the Library of Congress. The arrival of the famous author caused the usual stir—but then Twain took off his overcoat to reveal a "snow-white" tailored suit and scandalized the room. His shocking outfit appalled and delighted his contemporaries, but far more than that, as Pulitzer Prize finalist Michael ... Read more

    $10.99 USD

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  • Stray Birds

    by Rabindranath Tagore ...
    The poem Stray Birds by Rabindranath Tagore is a work of mythical realism that contrasts the natural with the artificial nature. Tagore uses imagery to show nature as something powerful and everlasting, necessary for all living beings. The poem discusses the past life of man being as one with nature as it was before society's focus shifted from nature to advancement. ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • Practice Makes Perfect German Conversation

    by Ed Swick ...
    Series series Practice Makes Perfect Series
    Practice the art of conversation in German!Want to strike up a conversation with a native German speaker but are nervous that you're not ready? Practice Makes Perfect: German Conversation helps you overcome that obstacle, and—before you know it--you'll be speaking comfortably in your new language.Inside you will find realistic conversational situations, from meeting people to talking about sports ... Read more

    $10.99 USD

  • OMENS AND SUPERSTITIONS OF SOUTHERN INDIA

    Enriched edition.

    by Edgar Thurston, Aria Baxter ...
    In 'Omens and Superstitions of Southern India' by Edgar Thurston, the author delves into the rich cultural tapestry of Southern India, exploring the fascinating world of superstitions and omens that have shaped the beliefs and practices of the people in the region. Thurston's meticulous research, coupled with his engaging narrative style, provides readers with a deep insight into the folklore and ... Read more

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  • The Private World of Ottoman Women

    by Godfrey Goodwin ...
    Series Book 2 - Saqi Essentials
    Recovering the oft-neglected role of women in Ottoman high society and power politics, this book brings to life the women who made their mark in a male domain. Though historical records tend to favour the glitter of palaces over the trials of daily life, Goodwin also reconstructs ordinary women's domestic toil. As the Ottoman Empire first expanded and then shrank, women travelled its width and ... Read more

    $14.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Welsh Grammar You Really Need to Know: Teach Yourself

    by Christine Jones ...
    Comprehensive and clear explanations of key grammar patterns and structures arereinforced and contextualized through authentic materials. You will not onlylearn how to construct grammar correctly, but when and where to use it so yousound natural and appropriate. Welsh Grammar You Really Need to Know will helpyou gain the intuition you need to become a confident communicator in your newlanguage. ... Read more

    $4.99 USD