15 Results for : drout
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The Modern Scholar: The Anglo-Saxon World, Hörbuch, Digital, 470min
Had the Angles and Saxons not purposefully migrated to the isles of the Britons and brought with them their already-well-developed use of language, Angelina Jolie may never have appeared in the movie Beowulf. Professor Michael D.C. Drout is at his best when lecturing on the fascinating history, language, and societal adaptations of the Anglo-Saxons. He not only presents their storytelling abilities using their own words; he does so in their own voice - the incredibly melodious Old English. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Language: English. Narrator: Michael D. C. Drout. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/reco/003383/bk_reco_003383_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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A Way With Words Part III: Grammar for Adults , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 478min
Who eats shoots and leaves? A panda? Or a gunman at a restaurant? The answer to this all depends on - you guessed it - grammar. In the third part of his extraordinary Way with Words series, Professor Drout continues to explore humanity's intimate association with language, here delving into the finer points of English grammar. Since others judge you by the way you speak, the intricacies of grammar, in fact, should not be relegated to the realm of fussy "guardians of the language," but are rather essential clues all can employ to communicate more exactly. In such a light, this course forms an invaluable guide for everyone from all fields of interest. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Professor Michael D.C. Drout. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/reco/002562/bk_reco_002562_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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The Modern Scholar: Rings, Swords, and Monsters: Exploring Fantasy Literature , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 470min
The overwhelming success of the Lord of the Rings films and the Harry Potter series aptly demonstrates that the fantasy genre is alive and well in the new millennium. The names of authors such as J.R.R. Tolkien, Ursula K. Le Guin, and Terry Brooks evoke ripe tales of heroism and the clash of good versus evil in magical, faraway lands. The rich collection of King Arthur tales have also captured the imagination of millions and resonates with audiences to the present day.Should fantasy be considered serious literature, or is it merely escapism? In this course, the roots of fantasy and the works that have defined the genre are examined. Incisive analysis and a deft assessment of what makes these works so very special provides a deeper insight into beloved works and a better understanding of why fantasy is such a pervasive force in modern culture. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Professor Michael D.C. Drout. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/reco/002558/bk_reco_002558_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Bard of the Middle Ages: The Works of Geoffrey Chaucer , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 485min
Had Geoffrey Chaucer not written, or not written so well, the last 600 years of English literature would have been decidedly different. His creative style and use of language served as one of the primary foundations on which later writers built. Through his writing, Chaucer's wit, charm, and eloquence give us a deeper understanding of not only the time in which he lived, but of how human emotion, frailty, and fortitude are the base elements of human existence.Despite social upheaval and the changing fortunes of his patrons and peers, Chaucer remained a favored subject during three distinct and contrasting reigns. His experiences provided Chaucer an appreciation for his good (and bad) fortune - and that of others - made evident in his writing.Chaucer's works are today widely studied and serve as models for current literature around the world. Chaucer holds a place of esteem as the earliest and one of the foremost writers in the English language. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Michael Drout. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/reco/002522/bk_reco_002522_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Fantasy Introduction
Fantasy Introduction ab 21.99 € als Taschenbuch: Fantasy author Comic fantasy Shannara family tree Celia S. Friedman The Four Lands Khokarsa Michael D. C. Drout Karen Miller The Federation Michelle Sagara The Empire of Great Kesh Anton Strout The Key to Rondo Nehwon. Aus dem Bereich: Bücher, Taschenbücher, Ratgeber,- Shop: hugendubel
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