While the influence of Shakespeare on Sir Walter Scott has long been recognized, the importance of medieval literature in shaping his creative imagination has never before been examined in depth. Jerome Mitchell's new book fills this significant gap through a wide-ranging study of Scott's indebtedness to Chaucer and to medieval romance, especially the Middle English romances, for story-patterns, motifs, character types, style and structure, and detail. Mitchell establishes more completely and accurately than any previous critic the extent of Scott's knowledge of medieval literature. His examination of Scott's poetry, especially the long narrative poems, demonstrates their debt to Chaucer and medieval romance. The heart of the book is a detailed analysis of the Waverley Novels. Scott's debt to medieval literature, Mitchell shows, was vast, profound, and elemental; it is the single most important source area for the Waverley Novels, their warp and woof. Moreover, it is probably the key to Scott's immense appeal—the very dimension which enabled him to cast an everlasting spell on his contemporaries, even on such great men as Byron and Goethe, and which has charmed generations of readers to the present day. This pioneering book, based on extensive research in Scotland, including Sir Walter Scott's personal library, sheds new light on the narrative substance and texture of Scott's poems and novels. Both the general reader and the serious student will derive from it a more informed appreciation of Scott's impressive achievement.
Chaka the Sequoia is a motivational book of poems written to advance bioscience through rhymes of perseverance and environmental illustrations. Your child will love to read or have this book—read to them while learning in the process. There are four hundred-plus words spread across twenty pages along with twenty beautiful, detailed complimentary illustrations to look at and talk about.
The Price of Freedom is a powerful and timely masterpiece that illustrates the importance of mentoring beginning in the home, forgiveness being paramount to healing, and the internal and external transformation that takes place when a man commits to a life of service. Bravo!" Stephen Powell, Executive Director, Mentoring USA "I've known Dr. Mitchell since our freshman year at Howard University and I know that you will appreciate these strong words from a strong mind. The story within these pages is a memoir that is direct, honest, and genuine. While the takeaways from this book will vary from reader to reader, this story contains life lessons that should be shared with sons and daughters of all ages. Dr. Mitchell is an American success story and another testament to the quality of education and personal development that Historically Black Colleges and Universities produce." Thomas Joyner Jr., President and CEO, The Tom Joyner Foundation The Price of Freedom: A Son's Journey is a gripping memoir of the liberating power of forgiveness from a son to his cocaine-addicted father who abandoned him as a child. Dr. Roger Mitchell Jr. candidly demonstrates how hard work, dedication, and the pursuit of your passion, will ultimately allow you to accomplish your dreams. Dr. Mitchell has committed his life to the continued sacrifice of self through the service of others. He has come full-circle in discovering that the price of freedom is service. Everyone's journey will be different. What will yours be?
The Great Family is a visual retelling of the Godly Play lesson from The Complete Guide to Godly Play. The book recreates the experience of hearing this seminal Godly Play story. For Christian educators, parents, grandparents, godparents—anyone who desires to engage in sharing faith and biblical stories in any setting, especially all those in the Godly Play community: trainers, storytellers, teachers, parents, and children.
The Good Shepherd is a visual retelling of the biblical lesson as taken from The Complete Guide to Godly Play. The book recreates the experience of hearing this core and possibly best-loved, best-known Bible story as a supplement to Godly Play or as a stand-alone bedside reader. For Christian educators, parents, grandparents, godparents—anyone who desires to engage in sharing faith and biblical stories in any setting, especially all those in the Godly Play community: trainers, storytellers, teachers, parents, and children.
Your child will love to read or have this book read to them while learning in the process. There are 8 poems inspired by God and 8 illustrations to look at and talk about. The Square Building is an inspirational book of poems written to encourage and develop the minds of its readers through rhymes and beautiful illustrations.
Students improve their test scores when they know how to follow directions, understand test formats, use effective strategies to avoid common mistakes, and budget their time wisely.Spectrum Test Prepoffers students the preparation they need to achieve success on standardized tests. With content developed by educators, experienced in standardized tests such as The Iowa Test of Basic Skills, Terra Nova/CTBS, and Statewide Assessments, this series of workbooks offers students a comprehensive and sequential way to master the content areas offered on state tests. Answer key included. This workbook offers students: • Practice for state tests, including proficiency tests • Actual test questions in reading, language arts, and math • Strategies and techniques for answering different types of questions such as multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, and choosing a picture to answer a question • Tips on identifying testing patterns, time management, and following directions • A complete answer key This workbook offers teachers and parents: • An explanation of what standardized test are and why students may experience test anxiety • Clear instructions to help use the book effectively • Content to prepare for the most popular standardized tests
Spectrum Test Prep provides the most comprehensive strategies for effective test preparation! Each book features essential practice in reading, math, and language test areas. The lessons, perfect for students in grade 5, are presented through a variety of formats and each book includes suggestions for parents and teachers, as well as answer keys and progress charts. --Today, more than ever, students need to be equipped with the essential skills they need for school achievement and for success on proficiency tests. The Spectrum series has been designed to prepare students with these skills and to enhance student achievement. Developed by experts in the field of education, each title in the Spectrum workbook series offers grade-appropriate instruction and reinforcement in an effective sequence for learning success. Perfect for use at home or in school, and a favorite of parents, homeschoolers, and teachers worldwide, Spectrum is the learning partner students need for complete achievement.
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