To Blossom and Back


Book Description

Little did they know about the darkness and torment that would unveil itself as they traveled the path of selfishness and desire? The addiction took hold revealing that the attraction and desire was too strong to deny. No one or nothing could stand in their way as the connection and sex between them was to powerful, strong and too pertinent. The pull to each other was so strong and grew daily, which made them question and doubt and search until one day the line was crossed. They both jumped on the roller coaster of love as they were tossed and turned in an emotional whirlwind. The grip of addiction was too solid and too much, it was heavy handed and took no prisoners.




The Last Affair


Book Description

In the aftermath of personal tragedy a widow and widower find mutual support which grows into a twilight love affair. The accepted social norms following such events brings the couple into personal conflicts with friends and families. A crisis takes place when the son accuses his mother of having a shabby affair that dishonors the memory of his father. The crisis is finally resolved with a coming together of all three under tragic circumstances.




Grotesque


Book Description

Grotesque provides an invaluable and accessible guide to the use (and abuse) of this complex literary term. Justin D. Edwards and Rune Graulund explore the influence of the grotesque on cultural forms throughout history, with particular focus on its representation in literature, visual art and film. The book: presents a history of the literary grotesque from Classical writing to the present examines theoretical debates around the term in their historical and cultural contexts introduce readers to key writers and artists of the grotesque, from Homer to Rabelais, Shakespeare, Carson McCullers and David Cronenberg analyses key terms such as disharmony, deformed and distorted bodies, misfits and freaks explores the grotesque in relation to queer theory, post-colonialism and the carnivalesque. Grotesque presents readers with an original and distinctive overview of this vital genre and is an essential guide for students of literature, art history and film studies.




The Authenticity Principle


Book Description

In a society that pushes conformity, how can you be courageously authentic despite fear of judgment? Award-winning leadership and diversity expert Ritu Bhasin gives you the tools to make this happen. This is more than a call to "be yourself"-it's a rally to disrupt the status quo, bring your differences to the light, and help others do the same.




The Thorn and the Blossom


Book Description

One enchanting romance. Two lovers keeping secrets. And a uniquely crafted book that binds their stories forever. When Evelyn Morgan walked into the village bookstore, she didn’t know she would meet the love of her life. When Brendan Thorne handed her a medieval romance, he didn’t know it would change the course of his future. It was almost as if they were the cursed lovers in the old book itself . . . The Thorn and the Blossom is a remarkable literary artifact: You can open the book in either direction to decide whether you’ll first read Brendan’s, or Evelyn’s account of the mysterious love affair. Choose a side, read it like a regular novel—and when you get to the end, you’ll find yourself at a whole new beginning.




Captivation


Book Description

Mike Stuart is a charmer to whom Juliet fell in Love and follow him during the fantastic exploration of the extraordinary realm of tribes intricate worlds vast in its conception filled with multi faceted human characters and species as well as mythological landscapes . Brad Lister is a magician known for his debauchery and he is a the husband of Juliet who after several years of marriage was left alone by her wife. The story began when Juliet already left her husband and tried to live another life. Infidelities, abuse, exploitation and neglect was mainly the reason of her departure and the cause of rupture. Her husband returned to the past to remember his relation with Juliet and tried to explain the reason of her departure... why their relationship has started to crumple.




Screening the East


Book Description

Screening the East considers German filmmakers’ responses to unification. In particular, it traces the representation of the East German community in films made since 1989 and considers whether these narratives challenge or reinforce the notion of a separate East German identity. The book identifies and analyses a large number of films, from internationally successful box-office hits, to lesser-known productions, many of which are discussed here for the first time. Providing an insight into the films’ historical and political context, it considers related issues such as stereotyping, racism, regional particularism and the Germans’ confrontation with the past.




Genesis


Book Description

Two lovers from different races in pre-history India meet in a time of danger and fall in love. They share a life of adventure but eventually die. Though separated by death, their spirits live again at various times throughout history, though never together. When they are finally reunited, it is a time of disaster for humankind. Humanity has advanced far enough to destroy itself, and it does. A nuclear accident triggers a global conflict between superpowers that destroys humanity along with almost all life on Earth. The lovers, reincarnated in the twenty-first century are selected to be placed into suspended animation and sent on a journey through space and time. Their task is to return to Earth in a distant future and reestablish life on the planet. They accomplish this with the help of a converted Space Schuttle, a Space Station and microcomputers implanted in their bodies to enhances their physical and mental abilities and prolong their lives. To succeed in their mission, they must find ways to overcome loneliness, hardship, and danger from radiation mutated decedents of humankind who are now the dominate species on Earth.




Carnivale and the American Grotesque


Book Description

HBO's Carnivale was a critically-acclaimed, elaborate period narrative set in Depression era America that set the stage for the current explosion of cinematic storytelling on television. Despite an ambitious and unusual storyline, remarkable production design and stellar cast, the show was cancelled after only two seasons. No other television series has been so steeped in history, spirituality and occultism, and years later it retains a cult-like following. This collection of fresh essays explores the series through a diverse array of topics, from visual aesthetics to tarot symbolism to sexuality to the portrayal of deformity.




Prophet


Book Description

Waterfield offers the definitive biography of a writer whose visions helped shape the philosophy of the New Age and whose legend lives on in "The Prophet, " one of the greatest bestsellers of all time. 16-page photo insert.