The narrative of facts probably best exemplified in the literature of exploration was an immensely popular genre in mid-nineteenth-century America. In White Lies, John Samson offers full contextual readings of Melville's five major narratives of facts Typee, Omoo, Redburn, White-Jacket, and Israel Potter. Samson demonstrates that in these novels Melville critically rewrote the sources on which he drew, in effect making the genre itself a subject of his writing.
In his introduction, Samson discusses Melville's knowledge of the genre and its ideology. He then...
The narrative of facts probably best exemplified in the literature of exploration was an immensely popular genre in mid-nineteenth-century America....
From "First Ladies' Names" to "Australian Open Winners," from "Katy Perry" to "The Simpsons: " this chunky book of puzzles has enough word searches to keep solvers busy for a full year It's a fun way to give your brain a great workout--and train your powers of concentration, too. Every one of the word searches has a theme, from "Terms of Endearment" to "Deserts of the World." But watch out: some are easier than others. For easier solving, go for pop culture topics old and new like "1950s Golden Oldies," "Bruce Springsteen," or "Scary Movies." Try something sports related--perhaps "In the...
From "First Ladies' Names" to "Australian Open Winners," from "Katy Perry" to "The Simpsons: " this chunky book of puzzles has enough word searches to...
Seventy-six puzzles ranging from simple to seriously difficult. Acclaimed puzzler writer John Samson's latest collection of crosswords will stretch, challenge and entertain your brain. With puzzles centered on a variety of engaging themes from "Blockbuster films" to "Born on April Fool's Day," these crosswords will keep your mental powers in perfect practice.
Seventy-six puzzles ranging from simple to seriously difficult. Acclaimed puzzler writer John Samson's latest collection of crosswords will stretc...
From "State Capitals" to "Spelling Bee Words," from "Taylor Swift" to "Skating Stars," this chunky book of puzzles has enough word searches to keep solvers busy for a full year It's a fun way to give your brain a great workout--and train your powers of concentration, too.
From "State Capitals" to "Spelling Bee Words," from "Taylor Swift" to "Skating Stars," this chunky book of puzzles has enough word searches to keep so...
When you want to build your mental muscle, these 188 word search puzzles are just what you need. Every search centers on a theme. Know all about music? Try "Rock & Roll Greats," "Golden Oldies," "The Rolling Stones," and "The Beatles." How about food? From "Pizza and Jellybeans" to "Wine," you won't have a minute to eat or drink. Love language and a good play on words? Linguists will savor solving puzzles like "The English language," "from A to Z," and "Spelling "B" Words." There's something for history buffs, too, with "Signers of the Constitution," "Great Detectives," and so much...
When you want to build your mental muscle, these 188 word search puzzles are just what you need. Every search centers on a theme. Know all ...
