Showing results for "blood" in Literary History & Criticism

Blood on the Sand is a sweeping adventure set in 1830s South Africa, where exiled European James Hellanbach finds love, betrayal, and redemption in a land wilder than he imagined. As the lowveld burns with colonial greed and ancient power, James is forced to choose between two women, two loyalties—and the man he was and the man he must become. But in a place where the lions watch from the grass and the past is never silent, survival comes at a cost.

Spanning four decades, these essays, speeches and meditations interrogate the world around us. They are concerned with race, gender and globalisation. The sweep of American history and the current state of politics. The duty of the press and the role of the artist. Throughout A Mouth Full of Blood our search for truth, moral integrity and expertise is met by Toni Morrison with controlled anger, elegance and literary excellence.

Bram Stoker, despite having a name nearly as famous as his legendary undead count, has remained a puzzling enigma. Now, in this psychological and cultural portrait, David J. Skal exhumes the inner world and strange genius of the writer who conjured an undying cultural icon.

The Civil War, the most dramatic moment in this nation's history, also produced some of our greatest literature. From tragic charges to prison escapes to the desolation wrought on those who stayed behind, Blood is an extraordinary collection of reminiscences, fiction, and excerpts from diaries and letters by an array of soldiers, writers, and observers.

Blood and Ashes is a spoiler filled, chapter by chapter discussion of the Wheel of Time series of fantasy novels penned by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.Join us, three middle aged dads, as we re-read the series and enthusiastically discuss all the best bits from each chapter. Do we know every single thing about the world of The Wheel of Time? No. Do we know half? Probably not. Does that stop us from wildly speculating and tapping into half faded memories from our teens? Definitely not!It's all just a good ol' time for anyone looking to relive the highs and lows of Rand's journey. Pull in...

Ralph F. Voss examines Capote and In Cold Blood from many perspectives, not only as the crowning achievement of Capote's career, but also as a story in itself, focusing on Capote's artfully composed text, his extravagant claims for it as reportage, and its larger status in American popular culture.

Despite his notorious reputation as the toughest private eye in town, Matt swears hes not looking for trouble. Hes changed since his days fighting in Korea. But trouble seems to find him naturally, especially on the night he stumbles upon a dead blonde. Someone isnt happy about him being there and they make it known. When Matt realizes a girl he cares for is being threatened by the same killer, he doesnt wait for trouble to find him. He takes matters into his own hands, with hate in his heart and a .45 in his grip. Beware trouble, because this time, Matt Ranzino is coming for you. - Adapted ...

🎙️ Blood & Ink is your horror hangout — where chilling fiction meets movie night with your creepiest, funniest friends. Each episode kicks off with a Fright Bite: a seriously spooky original short story, written by host J.C. Nollen or sourced from the eerie corners of Reddit. Then it’s time to hit the couch for a full-on horror movie recap with guests. We break down the plot, characters, best scenes, favorite kills, and what made us scream — or laugh. Whether you’re here for goosebumps or giggles, Blood & Ink feels like a sleepover with your horror-loving besties — all hosted by...

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Captain Blood by Rafael Sabatini is a thrilling tale of courage, wit, and redemption set in the golden age of piracy. Dr. Peter Blood, a skilled and honorable physician, is wrongfully convicted of treason and sold into slavery in the Caribbean. Stripped of his freedom, he refuses to accept defeat. With his brilliant mind and unwavering spirit, Blood leads a daring escape, seizes a Spanish ship, and transforms into the notorious pirate Captain Blood.Sailing across the high seas aboard The Arabella, he becomes both feared and admired, a swashbuckling hero who fights against injustice while ...

Follow the intriguing journey of Joseph Muller, a seasoned police detective, as he ventures into a secluded Hungarian hamlet to unravel the chilling murder mystery of a revered village Pastor.

Catherine is a 1500 year old vampire. (She’s really 1800 but she lies about her age.) Chris is a high school senior. She is a blood sucking creature of the night. He is a Jehovah’s Witness. Together they discover something that threatens the existence of every vampire, and the only solution is to break the One Law that binds them all.

What weapon do believers have that will enable them to overcome the terrible attacks of Satan? Charles Spurgeon shows us our means of victory is the blood of Christ. He unfolds what this weapon is and how we are to use it to do battle with our greatest foe.

This action/adventure story is based on the norse legend of Ragnarok. A Viking warlord, Vidarr the Vengeful, is on a quest for fame and fortune. He brings back more than a king’s treasure. He awakens the dark hunger of the Fenris wolf. Vidarr must find a way to kill the wolf and save the world. Blood Moon Rising is the perfect mix of Vikings, Game of Thrones and The Last Kingdom. ”The plot is suspenseful and filled with exciting twists and turns. Fans of Game of Thrones will be drawn into this world with characters who fight for power and love in a world different from our own with ...

http://www.adfreebooks.com - 1000+ audiobooks, all ad free!They were the hired gun-rabble of the System, engaged in the dirtiest, most thankless racket in all the worlds. But Ash Holcomb was doing all right, until the girl walked out of his past with high stakes in her pockets and murder in her eyes! - Summary by Rocket Stories, July 1953

Join Caitlin and Mandi Kaye as they discuss every episode of the Peacock show, Vampire Academy. As well as the books by Richelle Mead

Crime novelist Simon Toyne investigates some of the darkest real-life crime stories which have inspired pieces of crime fiction. Written In Blood is produced by TRUE CRIME.TRUE CRIME is an expert-led documentary and series channel analyzing authentic criminal cases with an in-depth journey from the crime scene, through the investigative process to the courtroom.TRUE CRIME is available on Sky channel 146, Virgin Media channel 148, Freeview channel 67 and Freesat channel 135. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if George R.R. Martin's Fire & Blood was written more like HBO's House of the Dragon? Caroline and Gretchen analyze Martin's work from this perspective and search for the hidden stories in the text.

Three crime writers talk all things crime, writing, inspirations and process, with special guest authors from around the world.

In the english class you've always wanted, three friends from college re-read one of their favorite childhood series. Having completed Percy Jackson and Heroes of Olympus, Brayden Stallman, Ava Pirie, Niamh Sherlock are now tackling Trials of Apollo. By taking on a few chapters at a time and analyze the books through various themes, this podcast attempts to apply these themes to life. Find Out More At returntocamp.com Twitter and Instagram: @ReturnToCamp Redbubble: www.redbubble.com/people/onthevergepro/shop Hosts: @brydnstllmn @niamhhsherlock @avap