Risultati per "James Baldwin" in Letteratura e narrativa

Nessuno sa il mio nome è la seconda raccolta di saggi di James Baldwin pubblicata per la prima volta nel 1961 e scritta durante la sua permanenza in Europa, quando la distanza dagli Stati Uniti, fortissimamente voluta, gli aveva permesso di riflettere in modo nuovo sulla condizione delle persone nere in una società dominata dai bianchi. Trascendere la sterile categoria di blackness, sia essa quella imposta dal mondo bianco o quella eretta a scopo difensivo dalla comunità nera, divenne il nucleo dell’opera di Baldwin come scrittore.

In questo meraviglioso romanzo James Baldwin ci restituisce una toccante storia d’amore in un mondo fatto di dolore e ingiustizia. La storia è raccontata attraverso gli occhi di Tish, una diciannovenne bella e innamorata di Fonny, il giovane scultore padre del suo bambino. Il racconto mescola romanticismo e tristezza. Tish e Fonny avevano programmato di sposarsi ma Fonny viene accusato ingiustamente di stupro da un poliziotto bianco, e imprigionato. Tish tenta con ogni mezzo di supportare il suo amato mentre sta per partorire il bambino che hanno concepito insieme.

Acclaimed Irish novelist Colm Tóibín first read James Baldwin just after turning eighteen. He had completed his first year at an Irish university and was struggling to free himself from a religious upbringing. Inspired by the novel Go Tell It on the Mountain, Tóibín found a writer who would be a lifelong companion and exemplar.

An engaging introduction to four of the greatest Americans: George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Daniel Webster, and Abraham Lincoln. Their lives are set forth in a simple manner, yet with many interesting details. A glimpse is given of the trials and successes which combined to mold their character and afford such stirring examples for the youth of today. The stories are patriotic in every line, and inspire the listener to the best of thoughts and deeds. Written in the 1800s, the Young Listeners Collection features children's stories from yesterday's classics.

The complete Baldwin's Legacy series.

James Baldwin (1924–1987) was a pivotal figure of the twentieth century, an influential author, intellectual, and activist who led a celebrated public life—and whose words and image and persona remain current in our culture. Baldwin's many incarnations have reemerged in the digital age as Baldwin's work becomes a touchstone for a new generation. It is the private, vulnerable, and messier Baldwin—the man behind the prophet and the online meme—who is the focus of this book.

New allies. New enemies. New life. Admiral Thomas Baldwin has more to live for after the recent news. All eyes are on him as the biggest war in Concord Space history begins in earnest. Captain Treena Starling is sent to stop High Elder Wylen's allies from wreaking havoc on their already weakened partners. Ven Ittix is torn between his people and the Concord, and is offered something he could never have imagined. Lark Keen makes a decision that will affect the outcome of the Concord forever. Legacy is the end of an era. But to many, it's just the beginning....

Thomas Baldwin transfers to Ridele, the capital of Nolix, and the center of the Concord political arena. He must navigate the new role, while his former crew sets off on an important mission without him. Captain Treena Starling deals with her new reality, while finding herself on a journey to the fabled planet Earth. Are humans really descendants from the mysterious world?

Dive into the enchanting world of ancient Greece with our retelling of timeless myths featuring legendary heroes and their extraordinary adventures. Join us as we explore the captivating tales of Prometheus, Io, Perseus, and Theseus, brought to life by the evocative introduction of Iris McLeod.

James Baldwin's groundbreaking novel with a new introduction. Giovanni's Room is set in the Paris of the 1950s, where a young American expatriate finds himself caught between his repressed desires and conventional morality. David has just proposed marriage to his American girlfriend, but while...

Penguin Classics presents George Eliot's The Mill on the Floss, adapted for audio and now available as a digital download as part of the Penguin English Library series. Read by the actress Irene Sutcliffe. If life had no love in it, what else was there for Maggie? Tragic and moving, The Mill on...

This audio includes the actual recordings of speeches from six of the most famous British politicians: James Ramsay MacDonald, King George V, King Edward VIII, Stanley Baldwin, Neville Chamberlain, and King George VI.

Originally penned in the 17th century by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, the romantic tale entitled The Achievements of the Ingenious Gentleman, Don Quixote de la Mancha has delighted readers across generations and cultures. Its narrative simplicity allows everyone to grasp its essence, while its profound wisdom provides enjoyment for the most discerning minds. This timeless story evokes laughter and tears alike, captivating the human heart with its humor and compassion. Rather than merely condensing Cervantes masterpiece, this adaptation reimagines some of its most engaging adventures into a ...

James Baldwin was one of the most important writers and activists of the 20th century. In James Baldwin's America, Jesse James will discuss the importance of Baldwin's work in our current social and political climate. Baldwin's reach in society was far and wide, and to gain a complete picture of Baldwin a variety of subjects will be continually addressed including music, religion, and the world Baldwin struggled against daily for over 60 years.

Dive into a captivating collection of tales that span cultures and centuries. Some stories hold historical significance, while others illuminate timeless moral truths or simply entertain with their whimsical charm. From ancient folklore to modern narratives, this anthology offers a delightful journey through the rich tapestry of human imagination.

James Baldwins vivid biographies of Washington, Franklin, Webster, and Lincoln are originally crafted for children but are equally engaging for adults. These narratives illuminate the personal aspects of these celebrated figures, while not neglecting their significant accomplishments and events. This is history brought to life, focusing on the human side of greatness.

Warum hat Rufus Scott - ein begnadeter schwarzer Schlagzeuger aus Harlem - sich das Leben genommen? Wegen seiner Amour fou mit der weißen Leona, einer Liebe, die nicht sein durfte? Verzweifelt sucht Rufus' Schwester Ida nach einer Erklärung. Aber sie findet nur Wahrheiten, die neue Wunden schlagen - auch Wahrheiten über sich selbst. Wie ihr Bruder war Ida lange bereit, sich selbst zu verleugnen, um ihren Traum zu verwirklichen, den Traum, Sängerin zu werden. Wie ihr Bruder trägt sie eine Wut auf die Weißen in sich, die sie diskriminieren. Bis jetzt.

Finding James Baldwin: The Magpie Years, 1940-1942 takes listeners on a fascinating journey to James Baldwin's early days as a teenage prodigy at New York City's famed DeWitt Clinton High School. Co-hosted by New York City-based podcast creator Aldo B. Martin and Harlem-based English Professor Frank Leon Roberts, Finding James Baldwin: The Magpie Years combines in-depth analysis, casual conversation and riveting audio performances of rare and never-before-recorded work written by teenage Baldwin. Insightful, conversational, and accessible—Finding James Baldwin: The Magpie Years will ...

Stories of Don Quixote is a collection of retellings of the classic Spanish novel "Don Quixote" by James Baldwin, first published in 1883. The book tells the story of the adventurous knight-errant, Don Quixote, and his loyal squire, Sancho Panza, as they journey through Spain in pursuit of glory and adventure. The book presents a series of episodic adventures that are humorous, satirical, and poignant. Baldwin's retellings capture the spirit of the original novel while making it more accessible to younger readers. The book explores themes of chivalry, romance, and the complexities of the human...

Fifty Famous Stories Retold by James Baldwin is a collection of short stories that give a snapshot into the life of a legendary hero or an event in history. Hear how Alexander the Great tamed Bucephalus, the kindness of Doctor Goldsmith, William Tell, George Washington and his hatchet, King Alfred as well as many other interesting tales.View our full collection of podcasts at our website: https://www.solgoodmedia.com or YouTube channel: www.solgood.org/subscribeThis is a Librivox Recording. All Librivox recordings are in the public domain.