* An American Booksellers Association "Indies Introduce" Pick! Haunting, gorgeously descriptive, and spellbinding, At the Edge of the Woods is a magnificent and assured debut novel that delivers all the resonance and significance of an instant classic. Laura lives alone in a cabin deep within the Italian Alps, making her living translating medical documents and tutoring the children of affluent locals. She spends her days climbing the mountains outside her door and exploring the woods, and when she must venture into the small, conservative town for supplies, she’s met with curious stares and wariness. Laura begins seeing a bartender, who alerts her to the villagers’ uncertainties. Then late one night there is a knock on the door, and on the other side stands someone from her past who has finally found her. In beguiling, lyrical prose, the mystery surrounding why Laura has absconded to this remote corner of the Alps comes into focus, while the villagers grow leery of the woman in the cabin and of her increasingly odd behavior. A few decide to take matters into their own hands, to free themselves from the malevolent forces of the strega who lives amongst them. With its dexterity and appreciation for the natural world, its slow-burn tension and thematic considerations of illness, femininity and alienation, At the Edge of the Woods calls to mind the work of Richard Powers, Claire-Louise Bennett and Shirley Jackson, while revealing Kathryn Bromwich as a spectacular and singular talent. ADDITIONAL READING: Orion Magazine: "Beware the Woods: 10 Memorable Forests from Literature" | June 2023 Orion Magazine features recommended reading from author Kathryn Bromwich, author of At the Edge of the Woods! AUTHOR READING: Damian Barr’s Literary Salon | August 23, 2023 Podcast Episode: "Book of the Week: At the Edge of the Woods by Kathryn Bromwich" "With a deft hand and slow-burn tension, At the Edge of the Woods is a captivating novel for anyone who enjoyed Unsettled Ground by Claire Fuller or Strega by Johanne Lykke Holm." On this episode of Damian Barr’s Literary Salon, listen to an excerpt of the novel, read by author Kathryn Bromwich. SELECT INTERVIEWS: Writer's Bone Podcast: "Episode 607: Kathryn Bromwich & Hannah Mary McKinnon" | Aug 31, 2023 Daniel Ford speaks with author Kathryn Bromwich about the books and authors that she loves, the writing of her debut novel At the Edge of the Woods and how she was inspired to write it, living with long covid, and so much more. Across the Pond podcast: Kathryn Bromwich, "At the Edge of the Woods" | Jun 27, 2023 Hosts Lori Feathers and Sam Jordison speak with author Kathryn Bromwich in the Across the Pond podcast, about her new novel At the Edge of the Woods. Plus, enjoy listening to an author reading! AIR MAIL Interview by Lily Meyer with Kathryn Bromwich | June 3, 2023 "How a bout of long COVID during the height of the pandemic gave way to a London editor’s debut novel" "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Kathryn Bromwich, the writer and editor for London’s Observer newspaper, found herself shivering indoors. She and her fiancé both had COVID—which, in both of their cases, turned into long COVID..." An Indies Introduce Q&A with Kathryn Bromwich | May 24, 2023 Kathryn Bromwich's novel, At the Edge of the Woods, was chosen as a Summer/Fall 2023 Indies Introduce selection. Mallory Melton—of BookPeople in Austin, Texas—served on the panel that selected Bromwich’s debut for Indies Introduce and spoke with Kathryn about her debut novel, her influences, why she was drawn to the book's themes of climate crisis, class, infertility, and traditional femininity, how her journalism writing and her writing of fiction intersect, and more! Bookin’ Podcast: Kathryn Bromwich | May 1, 2023 "This week, host Jason Jefferies is joined by Kathryn Bromwich, who discusses her new novel At the Edge of the Woods... Topics of conversation include Richard Powers' The Overstory, wilderness narratives that captivate our imaginations, a female protagonist living off the grid, how one's mind works first thing in the morning, a mountain as a sentient being, practicing one's smile in the mirror, guilt over not attending church, and much more." Bookin' Podcast is sponsored by indie bookstore Explore Booksellers. Q&A with author Kathryn Bromwich | Oct 11, 2022 Two Dollar Radio editor Eric Obenauf spoke with the At the Edge of the Woods novelist Kathryn Bromwich about her debut novel, the concept of "traditional femininity," nature writing and our climate emergency, her personal experience with long Covid, what she loves about her job as a commissioning editor on The Observer newspaper in London, and so much more!
* An American Booksellers Association "Indies Introduce" Pick! Haunting, gorgeously descriptive, and spellbinding, At the Edge of the Woods is a magnificent and assured debut novel that delivers all the resonance and significance of an instant classic. Laura lives alone in a cabin deep within the Italian Alps, making her living translating medical documents and tutoring the children of affluent locals. She spends her days climbing the mountains outside her door and exploring the woods, and when she must venture into the small, conservative town for supplies, she’s met with curious stares and wariness. Laura begins seeing a bartender, who alerts her to the villagers’ uncertainties. Then late one night there is a knock on the door, and on the other side stands someone from her past who has finally found her. In beguiling, lyrical prose, the mystery surrounding why Laura has absconded to this remote corner of the Alps comes into focus, while the villagers grow leery of the woman in the cabin and of her increasingly odd behavior. A few decide to take matters into their own hands, to free themselves from the malevolent forces of the strega who lives amongst them. With its dexterity and appreciation for the natural world, its slow-burn tension and thematic considerations of illness, femininity and alienation, At the Edge of the Woods calls to mind the work of Richard Powers, Claire-Louise Bennett and Shirley Jackson, while revealing Kathryn Bromwich as a spectacular and singular talent. ADDITIONAL READING: Orion Magazine: "Beware the Woods: 10 Memorable Forests from Literature" | June 2023 Orion Magazine features recommended reading from author Kathryn Bromwich, author of At the Edge of the Woods! AUTHOR READING: Damian Barr’s Literary Salon | August 23, 2023 Podcast Episode: "Book of the Week: At the Edge of the Woods by Kathryn Bromwich" "With a deft hand and slow-burn tension, At the Edge of the Woods is a captivating novel for anyone who enjoyed Unsettled Ground by Claire Fuller or Strega by Johanne Lykke Holm." On this episode of Damian Barr’s Literary Salon, listen to an excerpt of the novel, read by author Kathryn Bromwich. SELECT INTERVIEWS: Writer's Bone Podcast: "Episode 607: Kathryn Bromwich & Hannah Mary McKinnon" | Aug 31, 2023 Daniel Ford speaks with author Kathryn Bromwich about the books and authors that she loves, the writing of her debut novel At the Edge of the Woods and how she was inspired to write it, living with long covid, and so much more. Across the Pond podcast: Kathryn Bromwich, "At the Edge of the Woods" | Jun 27, 2023 Hosts Lori Feathers and Sam Jordison speak with author Kathryn Bromwich in the Across the Pond podcast, about her new novel At the Edge of the Woods. Plus, enjoy listening to an author reading! AIR MAIL Interview by Lily Meyer with Kathryn Bromwich | June 3, 2023 "How a bout of long COVID during the height of the pandemic gave way to a London editor’s debut novel" "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Kathryn Bromwich, the writer and editor for London’s Observer newspaper, found herself shivering indoors. She and her fiancé both had COVID—which, in both of their cases, turned into long COVID..." An Indies Introduce Q&A with Kathryn Bromwich | May 24, 2023 Kathryn Bromwich's novel, At the Edge of the Woods, was chosen as a Summer/Fall 2023 Indies Introduce selection. Mallory Melton—of BookPeople in Austin, Texas—served on the panel that selected Bromwich’s debut for Indies Introduce and spoke with Kathryn about her debut novel, her influences, why she was drawn to the book's themes of climate crisis, class, infertility, and traditional femininity, how her journalism writing and her writing of fiction intersect, and more! Bookin’ Podcast: Kathryn Bromwich | May 1, 2023 "This week, host Jason Jefferies is joined by Kathryn Bromwich, who discusses her new novel At the Edge of the Woods... Topics of conversation include Richard Powers' The Overstory, wilderness narratives that captivate our imaginations, a female protagonist living off the grid, how one's mind works first thing in the morning, a mountain as a sentient being, practicing one's smile in the mirror, guilt over not attending church, and much more." Bookin' Podcast is sponsored by indie bookstore Explore Booksellers. Q&A with author Kathryn Bromwich | Oct 11, 2022 Two Dollar Radio editor Eric Obenauf spoke with the At the Edge of the Woods novelist Kathryn Bromwich about her debut novel, the concept of "traditional femininity," nature writing and our climate emergency, her personal experience with long Covid, what she loves about her job as a commissioning editor on The Observer newspaper in London, and so much more!
Brings the history of these gods and goddesses to life, along with visualizations, rituals, and exercises to help make them part of the reader’s spiritual practice. Figures like Brigid, Cernunnos, Rhiannon, and the Morrigan are honored for their magic, their bravery, and their mythical deeds. Among pagans, the gods and goddesses of Gaul, Ireland, Wales, and the other Celtic lands rank with the most popular and influential of the Greek, Roman, Norse, and Egyptian pantheons. This book provides an accessible guide for readers to learn about and connect spiritually with the gods and goddesses of the Celtic lands: Learn key features of each of the major Irish, Welsh, and continental Celtic deities Discover the major myths and lore associated with each deity Create rituals and magical work appropriate for each deity Understand the psychological archetypes of each god and goddess Forge true and meaningful relationships with the deities for our time Relate the various gods and goddesses to the sabbats and holy days
This original study, focussing on the impact of the crusading movement in medieval Wales, considers both the enthusiasm of the Welsh and those living in Wales and its borders for the crusades, as well as the domestic impact of the movement on warfare, literature, politics and patronage. The location of Wales on the periphery of mainstream Europe, and its perceived status as religiously and culturally underdeveloped did not make it the most obvious candidate for crusading involvement, but this study demonstrates that both native and settler took part in the crusades, supported the military orders, and wrote about events in the Holy Land. Efforts were made to recruit the Welsh in 1188, suggesting contemporary appreciation for Welsh fighting skills, even though crusaders from Wales have been overlooked in modern studies. By looking at patterns of participation this study shows how domestic warfare influenced the desire and willingness to join the crusade, and the effect of such absences on the properties of those who did go. The difference between north and south Wales, Marcher lord and native prince, Flemish noble and minor landholder are considered to show how crusading affected a broad spread of society. Finally, the political role of crusading participation as a way to remove potential troublemakers and cement English control over Wales is considered as the close of the peak years of crusading coincided with the final conquest of Wales in 1282.
Following an assassination attempt on George III in 1800, new legislation significantly altered the way the criminally insane were treated by the judicial system in Britain. This book explores these changes and explains the rationale for purpose-built criminal lunatic asylums in the Victorian era.Specific case studies are used to illustrate and describe some of the earliest patients at Broadmoor Hospital the Criminal Lunatic Asylum for England and Wales and the Criminal Lunatic Department at Perth Prison in Scotland. Chapters examine the mental and social problems that led to crime alongside individuals considered to be weak-minded, imbeciles or idiots. Family murders are explored as well as individuals who killed for gain. An examination of psychiatric evidence is provided to illustrate how often an insanity defence was used in court and the outcome if the judge and jury did not believe these claims. Two cases are discussed where medical experts gave evidence that individuals were mentally irresponsible for their crimes but they were led to the gallows.Written by genealogists and historians, this book examines and identifies individuals who committed heinous crimes and researches the impact crime had on themselves, their families and their victims.
Medieval Welsh Pilgrimage, c.1100–1500 examines one of the most popular expressions of religious belief in medieval Europe—from the promotion of particular sites for political, religious, and financial reasons to the experience of pilgrims and their impact on the Welsh landscape. Addressing a major gap in Welsh Studies, Kathryn Hurlock peels back the historical and religious layers of these holy pilgrimage sites to explore what motivated pilgrims to visit these particular sites, how family and locality drove the development of certain destinations, what pilgrims expected from their experience, how they engaged with pilgrimage in person or virtually, and what they saw, smelled, heard, and did when they reached their ultimate goal.
“Reveals the grisly conditions in which the mentally ill were kept . . . [and] harrowing details of the inhumane and gruesome treatment of these patients.”—Daily Mail In the first half of the nineteenth century, treatment of the mentally ill in Britain and Ireland underwent radical change. No longer manacled, chained and treated like wild animals, patient care was defined in law and medical understanding, and treatment of insanity developed. Focusing on selected cases, this new study enables the reader to understand how progressively advancing attitudes and expectations affected decisions, leading to better legislation and medical practice throughout the century. Specific mental health conditions are discussed in detail and the treatments patients received are analyzed in an expert way. A clear view of why institutional asylums were established, their ethos for the treatment of patients, and how they were run as palaces rather than prisons giving moral therapy to those affected becomes apparent. The changing ways in which patients were treated, and altered societal views to the incarceration of the mentally ill, are explored. The book is thoroughly illustrated and contains images of patients and asylum staff never previously published, as well as first-hand accounts of life in a nineteenth-century asylum from a patient’s perspective. Written for genealogists as well as historians, this book contains clear information concerning access to asylum records and other relevant primary sources and how to interpret their contents in a meaningful way. “Through the use of case studies, this book adds a personal note to the historiography in a way that is often missing from scholarly works.”—Federation of Family History Societies
The 1950s was the first great age of the modern kitchen. Labour-saving appliances, bright colours and the novelty of fitted units moved the kitchen from dankness into light, where it became the domain of the happy housewife and the heart of the home. New space-age material Formica, decorated with fashionable patterns, topped sleek cupboards that contained new classic wares such as Pyrex and 'Homemaker' crockery, and the ingredients for 1950s staples: semolina, coronation chicken and spotted dick. Electricity entered the kitchens of millions, and nowhere in the home was modern technology and modern design more evident. Bold colour, clean lines and stainless steel were keynotes of the decade. This book – a celebration of cooking, eating and living in the 1950s kitchen – is a feast of nostalgia, and a mine of inspiration for anyone wanting to recreate that '50s look in their own home.
This re-titled new edition of Public Health Practice and the School-age Population has been updated and expanded to include children of all ages. Following radical changes in public health provision, Public Health for Children, Second Edition examines the implications for children and young adults as well as for those who provide care, prevention, and health promotion services. It also explores the challenges of these significant structural and functional changes. Chapters are written by experts in the field and take a practical approach in order to support learning and teaching.
Celtic Reconstructionist Paganism (CR) is a polytheistic, animistic, religious and cultural movement. It is an effort to reconstruct, through both scholarly research and experiential practice, a spiritual tradition that is true to ancient Celtic religion and relevant to our lives in the modern world. This print edition of "The CR FAQ - An Introduction to Celtic Reconstructionist Paganism" includes a detailed pronunciation guide and an extensive glossary of terms and deities. "The CR FAQ" was written by a diverse collective of Celtic Reconstructionist (CR) elders and long-term practitioners. It is the very first book to be published that is wholly about Celtic Reconstructionism. All profits from the sale of this book are being donated to Gaelic language and cultural preservation charities in the Celtic Nations and worldwide.
This book offers a comprehensive and integrative introduction to cybercrime. It provides an authoritative synthesis of the disparate literature on the various types of cybercrime, the global investigation and detection of cybercrime and the role of digital information, and the wider role of technology as a facilitator for social relationships between deviants and criminals. It includes coverage of: • key theoretical and methodological perspectives; • computer hacking and malicious software; • digital piracy and intellectual theft; • economic crime and online fraud; • pornography and online sex crime; • cyber-bullying and cyber-stalking; • cyber-terrorism and extremism; • the rise of the Dark Web; • digital forensic investigation and its legal context around the world; • the law enforcement response to cybercrime transnationally; • cybercrime policy and legislation across the globe. The new edition has been revised and updated, featuring two new chapters; the first offering an expanded discussion of cyberwarfare and information operations online, and the second discussing illicit market operations for all sorts of products on both the Open and Dark Web. This book includes lively and engaging features, such as discussion questions, boxed examples of unique events and key figures in offending, quotes from interviews with active offenders, and a full glossary of terms. It is supplemented by a companion website that includes further exercises for students and instructor resources. This text is essential reading for courses on cybercrime, cyber-deviancy, digital forensics, cybercrime investigation, and the sociology of technology.
Introduces the tribes, customs, deities, and ideals of the Celtic people; reveals their contribution to the arts; discusses important events, people, and the legacy of the early Celts; and provides a chronology.
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