The Fables of Phædrus - Literally translated into English prose with notes

Phaedrus

Traduttore Christopher Smart, Henry T. Riley

Casa editrice: Good Press

Sinossi

In "The Fables of Ph√¶drus," the Roman poet Phaedrus revisits the timeless tradition of fable writing, drawing extensively from Aesop'Äôs narratives while infusing his works with a sharp satirical edge reflective of the societal and political dynamics of ancient Rome. Phaedrus employs a concise and elegant literary style characterized by vivid imagery and moral clarity, inviting readers to confront the follies and virtues of human nature through the lens of anthropomorphized animals. His fables address themes such as justice, cunning, and the moral implications of human behavior within a framework that encourages reflection on both personal and societal ethics. Phaedrus, who lived in the first century CE, was significantly influenced by Rome's turbulent political landscape, which informed his approach to storytelling. As a former slave who gained freedom, his personal experiences influenced the moral underpinnings of his fables, which often critique social hierarchies and advocate for wisdom and integrity. His works mark a vital transition in the evolution of fable, illustrating how folklore can function as a vehicle for social commentary and moral instruction. "The Fables of Ph√¶drus" is highly recommended for readers seeking profound moral insights wrapped in the guise of simple narratives. Phaedrus'Äôs ability to resonate with both ancient and modern audiences makes his fables a relevant study in ethics and human behavior. Whether one is a student of literature, ethics, or simply an admirer of powerful storytelling, this collection offers timeless lessons that remain pertinent today.

Disponibile da: 21/11/2019.

Lunghezza di stampa: 235 pagine.

Altri libri che potrebbero interessarti

We Are All the Same - A Story of...

Jim Wooten

The extraordinary story of the little South African boy whose bravery and fierce determination to make a difference despite being born with AIDS has made him the human symbol of the world's fight against the disease, told by the veteran American journalist whose life he changed.

Five million more people contracted HIV last year alone. We've all seen the statistics, and they numb us; on some level our minds shut down to a catastrophe of this scope. As with other such immense human tragedies in the past, it can take the story of one special child's life to make us open our minds and our hearts.

While the majority of all AIDS cases occur in Africa, a South African boy named Nkosi Johnson did not become "an icon of the struggle for life," in Nelson Mandela's words, because he was representative but because he was so very remarkable. Everyone who met Nkosi Johnson was struck by his blinding life force, his powerful intelligence and drive, his determination to make something of his short life. By the time of his death, the work he had done in his eleven years on earth was such that The New York Times ran his obituary on the front page, as did many other papers, and tributes appeared on the evening news broadcasts of every major network.

Nkosi Johnson did not live to tell his own story, but one writer whose life he changed has taken up the work of telling it for him. Luckily for the world that writer is Jim Wooten. In his hands, We Are All the Same is a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit, even as it bears witness to the scope of the tragedy that is unfolding in Africa and around the world, cutting down millions of boys and girls like Nkosi Johnson before they can reach their promise. Written with the brevity and power of a parable, We Are All the Same is a book that is meant to be read by all of us, of all ages and walks of life. Its beginning and ending are terribly sad, but in the middle is the extraordinarily inspiring story of a very unlucky little boy who said, Never mind. I'm going to make my life matter. And he did.

Mostra libro

The Dark Side of Sci-Fi Volume 2...

Ambrose Bierce, Robert W....

A second collection of speculative fiction stories, concerning extraterrestrials, other worlds, and bleak futures. 
Contents: 
"The Distortion Out of Space" by Francis Flagg 
A strange being that came from outer space in a meteoroid. 
"The House of Living Music" by Edmond Hamilton 
A composer who could re-create all living things in sound. 
"Special News Bulletin" by Vincent Gaddis 
Flash fiction. 
"The Hunters from Beyond" by C. A. Smith 
Living gargoyles come to the sculptor from outland realms of evil. 
"Moxon's Master" by Ambrose Bierce 
A curious invention with profound implications for humanity. 
"The Demoiselle D'ys" by Robert W. Chambers 
A tale of temporal bodily displacement. 
"Beyond Lies the Wub" by Philip K. Dick 
Many men talk like philosophers and live like fools. 
"What's It Like Out There?" by Edmond Hamilton 
When Haddon returned from the expedition, they all asked him... 
"Till A' the Seas" by H. P. Lovecraft 
The tale of a dying world. 
"The Time-Traveler" by R. M. Farley 
What if you had the chance to relive and influence past events? 
"The Drum" by Ian Gordon 
A man awakens in darkness... 
"The Seeds from Outside" by C. A. Smith 
A fantasy about two beings that came to earth in a meteor. 
"Tony and the Beetles" by Philip K. Dick 
A boy befriends the native inhabitants of an alien planet. 
"The Immeasurable Horror" by C. A. Smith 
An expedition to Venus. 
"From Beyond" by H. P. Lovecraft 
A man whose curiosity leads to a fate horrible beyond conception.

Mostra libro

Downfall: The Self-Destruction...

Nadine Dorries

14 YEARS
5 PRIME MINISTERS
THE PARTY IS OVER
After decades in the hands of malevolent players and two years of disastrous leadership, the Conservative party stands at the edge of the abyss.
From the humiliation of Liz Truss’s 49-day premiership to the shameful, self-serving drift of Rishi Sunak’s time in office, Downfall is the story of a political party on the verge of extinction.
Picking up on the events that followed The Plot, Nadine Dorries draws on interviews with those in the room to expose what really went on behind the scenes. From group sex sessions organised via WhatsApp, to the King being stood up at the Privy Council and the real reason why Rishi Sunak left the D-Day celebrations early, the accounts are raw, unvarnished and brutal. Everything is worse than it seems.
The next leader will hold the future of the party in his or her hands, and with outside forces resisting change, the challenge will be as enormous as it will be difficult. But the painful truth is that the party deserves to be where it is – and nothing can stay the same.
With unparalleled access to the people who were actually in the room and who will speak to Nadine with a frankness with which they would never speak to a journalist, Downfall promises to be THE political book of 2024.
Downfall by Nadine Dorries, the Sunday Times bestselling author, is a non-fiction biography that exposes the corruption and misconduct within the Conservative party. The book provides a unique insight into the ideologies and processes that have led to the party's current state, making it a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary politics.
HarperCollins 2024

Mostra libro

What We Think About When We...

Simon Critchley

Soccer is the world's most popular sport, inspiring the absolute devotion of countless fans around the globe. But what is it about soccer that makes it so compelling to watch, discuss, and think about? Is it what it says about class, race, or gender? Is it our national, regional, or tribal identities? Simon Critchley thinks it's all of these and more. In his new book, he explains what soccer can tell us about each, and how each informs the way we interpret the game, all while building a new system of aesthetics, or even poetics, that we can use to watch the beautiful game. 
 
 
  
Critchley has made a career out of bringing philosophy to the people through popular subjects, and in What We Think About When We Think About Soccer he uses his considerable philosophical acumen to examine the sport that has captured the hearts and minds of millions.

Mostra libro

Searching for Mom - A Memoir

Sara Easterly

Searching for Mom is a “disarmingly honest” mother-daughter story. Sara Easterly spent a lifetime looking for the perfect mother. As an adoptee she had difficulties attaching to her mother, struggled with her faith, lived the effects of intergenerational wounding, and felt an inherent sense of being unwanted that drove her to perfectionism, suicidal ideations, and fantasy mothers. When she became a mom, her search to find and become “the perfect mother” intensified … until her mother’s death launched a spiritual epiphany. Sara’s perspective as an adoptee offers insight for anyone in the adoption constellation. And her hopeful story with themes of belonging, family, forgiveness, and being known are universally relevant to all mothers and daughters.
The book is interspersed with love letters and poems from the author’s mother, as well as informed by experts in faith, adoption, and attachment.Gold Medal Winner in the 2020 Illumination Book AwardsNational Indie Excellence Awards WinnerReaders’ Favorite: Five-Star Review
EDITORIAL REVIEWS:
“Easterly examines her relationships with her birth and adoptive mothers in her engrossing debut ... a difficult story with brute honesty and impressive introspection.” —Publishers Weekly
“Easterly’s memoir contains a great deal of valuable information that may be helpful to adoptive parents, and to adoptees who feel a loss of biological connection ... A complicated but vividly portrayed search for identity.” —Kirkus Reviews

Mostra libro

Murder Inc - The Mafia's Hit Men...

Graham K. Bell

Beginning in the 1920s, an all-star team of goons, gunmen and garrotters transformed America's criminal landscape. Its membership was diverse; the mob recruited men from all ethnicities and religious backgrounds. Most were natives of the Big Apple, handpicked from the city's toughest neighborhoods: Brownsville, Ocean Hill, Flushing. So prolific were their exploits that the media soon dubbed this bevy of hired hands Murder, Incorporated. The brainchild of aging mob bosses, including Meyer Lansky and Bugsy Siegel, this ruthless hit squad quickly captured America's attention, making headlines coast to coast for over two decades. As for who these men were and how their partnership came to be, join author Graham Bell as he sheds light on this dark history of the Mafia's most notorious crime syndicate.

Mostra libro