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In this quintessential work of queer theory, Jack Halberstam takes aim at the protected status of male masculinity and shows that female masculinity has offered a distinct alternative to it for well over two centuries. Demonstrating how female masculinity is not some bad imitation of virility, but a lively and dramatic staging of hybrid and minority genders, Halberstam catalogs the diversity of gender expressions among masculine women from 19th-century pre-lesbian practices to contemporary drag-king performances.

In this valedictory volume, Yale professor Harold Bloom — who for more than half a century was regarded as America's most daringly original and controversial literary critic — gives us his only book devoted entirely to the art of the novel. With his hallmark percipience, remarkable scholarship, and extraordinary devotion to sublimity, Bloom offers meditations on 48 essential works spanning the Western canon.

The ancient Greeks hard-wired a tragic sensibility into their culture. By looking disaster squarely in the face, by understanding just how badly things could spiral out of control, they sought to create a communal sense of responsibility and courage - to spur citizens and their leaders to take the difficult actions necessary to avert such a fate. Today, after more than 70 years of great-power peace, Americans have lost their sense of tragedy. They have forgotten that the descent into violence and war has been all too common throughout human history.

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Brought to you by Penguin. Award-winning classicist and historian Emily Hauser takes readers on an epic journey to uncover the astonishing true story of the real women behind ancient Greece’s greatest legends, and the real heroes of those ancient epics, Homer's Iliad and Odyssey . . . Contrary...

Welcome to Retold! A podcast where I retell you my favorite story of all time, Harry Potter. Every week, my guests and I do a chapter by chapter retelling and we discuss our favorite lines, lore, and love for this series. I hope that all fans can listen to this podcast and enhance their enjoyment of the wizarding world just a little more. New episodes every Monday!

Enter the magnificent and Gothic world of Victor Hugo's 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame.' Follow the story of Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer of Notre Dame, as he encounters love, betrayal, and redemption in the streets of medieval Paris. Experience the power of literature to transport us to another time and place, and to illuminate the human experience with depth and nuance.https://www.solgood.org - Check out our Streaming Service for our full collection of audiobooks, podcasts, short stories, & 10 hour sounds for sleep and relaxation at our website Victor Hugo, French literature, historical...

AUTHOR'S NOTE: This is "The Beta Version" of this podiobook. 7th Son: Descent is now available as a print novel from St. Martin's Press. During the editorial process, significant changes and improvements were made to Descent's print manuscript. Character names were changed, and events at the end of the print novel were modified in ways that will impact the rest of the print trilogy. The print novel represents an official reboot of the 7th Son series. Due to these changes, this "Beta Version" of Book One: Descent is no longer the "official" version of the podiobook. Please visit the 7th Son: ...

AUTHOR'S NOTE: This is "The Beta Version" of this podiobook. 7th Son: Descent is now available as a print novel from St. Martin's Press. During the editorial process, significant changes and improvements were made to Descent's print manuscript. Character names were changed, and events at the end of the print novel were modified in ways that will impact the rest of the print trilogy. The print novel represents an official reboot of the 7th Son series. Due to these changes, this "Beta Version" of Book Two: Deceit is no longer the "official" version of the podiobook. Please visit the 7th Son: ...

A podcast exploring Pratchett's Discworld one book at a time with city watcher @pjhart86 and tourist @andrewluke (Keep im spoiler-free pls!)

💚 Narrations of my favourite Dramione fanfictions!All readings have been completed with author permission and I thank them wholeheartedly for their magical creative stories.⭐️ Your ratings are so appreciated! Or feel free to leave me a comment on AO3 and let me know what fic you'd like to hear next!💻 https://archiveofourown.org/users/PandaPatronus/works📸 https://www.instagram.com/panda_patronus/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following the death of his little sister and the publication of his New York Times best-selling memoir The Little Way of Ruthie Leming, Rod Dreher found himself living in the small community of Starhill, Louisiana, where he grew up. But instead of the fellowship he hoped to find, he discovered that fault lines within his family had deepened. Dreher spiraled into depression and a stress-related autoimmune disease.

For over 500 years, The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli has been one of the most influential—and controversial—works ever written on leadership, politics, and human nature. This Complete Edition brings Machiavelli’s insights to today’s listener with a faithful line-by-line modernization that keeps the original tone, structure, and message fully intact. Designed to be both accessible and authentic, this edition allows modern listeners to engage directly with Machiavelli’s ideas—without the barriers of outdated language or dense phrasing.

This classic personal time-management book, originally published in 1908, has inspired generations of men and women to live deliberate lives. Not just another collection of timesaving tips, this book is more of a challenge to leave behind mundane everyday concerns, focus on pursuing one's true desires, and live the fullest possible life. Reflection, concentration, and study techniques make it easier to accomplish more truly rewarding undertakings than anyone ever dreamed possible.

Embark on a journey to the dawn of civilization with The Epic of Gilgamesh and The Great Deluge, a timeless masterpiece by EA Wallis Budge. This classic work offers a glimpse into the ancient world, telling the story of the legendary king Gilgamesh and the great flood that changed the course of history. Listen now and be transported back in time to experience the epic battles, heart-wrenching tragedy, and timeless wisdom of one of the oldest works of literature. Subscribe now and discover the rich legacy of The Epic of Gilgamesh and The Great Deluge.https://www.solgood.org - Check out our ...

Join our hosts Tom & Lily as they dive deep into each chapter of Poor Charlie’s Almanack, the timeless collection of insights from one of the greatest thinkers of our time, Charlie Munger. In each episode, we break down Munger’s wisdom, exploring the mental models, life lessons, and practical advice that have shaped the mind of this legendary investor, business partner of Warren Buffett, and philosopher of decision-making.

"May Shai-Hulud clear the path before you."

A podcast about architecture, buildings and cities, from the distant past to the present day. Plus detours into technology, film, fiction, comics, drawings, and the dimly imagined future. With Luke Jones and George Gingell.

This is a podcast series hosted by actress and producer Lily Collins and comedian and actress Jennifer Saunders. We will be unearthing and exploring the Moomin world and its curious characters to understand how it has become such a vast, worldwide phenomenon. We will be travelling to many Moomin locations around the globe, from a unique treasure trove in the heart of Helsinki, to Tove Jansson's legendary studio, to a celebrated outhouse in the Finnish archipelago, to the homes and workplaces of Moomin-lovers in London. We'll even pop off to Tokyo, Japan! The podcast series is produced by Third...

Dan Brown's immensely popular New York Times best-selling The Da Vinci Code is one of the most successful books of recent history. It has captivated millions the world over with its enthralling suspense and its provocative questions about the true nature of Jesus' life.