Through case studies the author shows that formulaic genres are everywhere, ranging from engagement notices through political propaganda to cartoon humor.
Collects essays on the oral literatures of Native Americans, covering revitalization movements, myth and religion, and humor in Native American culture
Language's classically menaced capacity to convey the realness of reality is the central anxiety of this inventive and sophisticated collection of poetry. As the poems ruminate on the humor and magic
Alternating between the loveable irrascibility and self-mocking humor reminiscent of the poet Cold Mountain (Han Shan), Budbill's poems view the modern world from the viewpoint of a New England hermit
This is the first publication to identify a universal procedural code for international commercial arbitration. This informative and well-argued discussion of a uniform code for due process is a usefu
Told through the lens of humor, this down-to-earth introduction to Ignatian spirituality and the Jesuits is proof that finding God can be a funny thing.
"Costello describes suburban absurdities in teeming detail, approaching the self-aware gross-out humor of Tromaville: tumbling forward with the rushing momentum of Kerouac's prose. Nineties countercul
"Illustrator Charles Reasonor's charming version of the traditional nursery rhyme Hickory Dickory Dock. Word balloons add a touch of sweet humor to the familiar, mouse-filled tale."
"Dermont’s short story collection, which follows her debut novel (The Starboard Sea, 2012), demonstrates the author’s versatility and sardonic humor…Dermont delivers strong prose and intriguing charac
"The author's droll humor helps incorporate theory within many other aspects of archaeology---cultural resources management, field methods, the public, even issues of professionalism. Having taught ar
Exquisite Chinese stories of the supernatural Eminent Chinese scholar John Minford's superb translation captures the consummate skill and understated humor of Pu Songling's classic Strange Tales from
This early single-movement work exhibits all the winning characteristics of the composer's later achievements, including memorable melodies, propulsive rhythms, and an impish sense of humor. Reprinted
Crystal Williams’ new collection, Lunatic, courageously roots out the underbelly of the human condition with humor, irony, and unflinching directness. Williams confronts large-scale social and cultura
With insight, humor, and down-to-earth parables, a dynamic Notre Dame professor distills the wisdom of the ages into seven core requirements for sustainable personal success.
These mashup storybooks combine the whimsical storytelling of Doctor Who with the humor, color, and simplicity of classic Hargreaves style.An all-new Doctor Who adventure featuring the Sixth Doctor re
These mashup storybooks combine the whimsical storytelling of Doctor Who with the humor, color, and simplicity of classic Hargreaves style.An all-new Doctor Who adventure featuring the Fifth Doctor re
These mashup storybooks combine the whimsical storytelling of Doctor Who with the humor, color, and simplicity of classic Hargreaves style.An all-new Doctor Who adventure featuring the Third Doctor re
These mashup storybooks combine the whimsical storytelling of Doctor Who with the humor, color, and simplicity of classic Hargreaves style.An all-new Doctor Who adventure featuring the Sixth Doctor re
Poetry. Women's Studies. Translated from the Danish by Katrine Øgaard Jensen. With black humor and cutting logic, THIRD- MILLENNIUM HEART explores the confounding nature of power and desire, the probl
Full of drama, dedication, and humor, this book narrates the author’s often frustrating experiences working as an experimental physicist in Cuba after the disintegration of the so-called socialist blo
Texas Curiosities brings to the reader with humor and affection—and a healthy dose of attitude—the oddest, quirkiest, and most outlandish places, personalities, events, and phenomena found within the
A clever tribute to literature, Tequila Mockingbird is the cocktail book for the literary obsessed. Combining beloved classic novels with witty humor and delicious drink recipes, some of the charming
Among the pioneers of television, Ernie Kovacs was one of the most original and imaginative comedians. His zany, irreverent, and surprising humor not only entertained audiences throughout the 1950s an
Combining the intellect of Malcolm Gladwell with the irreverent humor of Mary Roach and the paradigm-shifting analysis of Jared Diamond, a leading social scientist offers an unprecedented look inside
Distinguished by their sharp insights, eloquence, even humor, the writings of Martin Trow on the development of higher education have helped define the field. Collected here are his most influential
Engaging and spirited, this essay collection examines Australian national humor?from the high and low to the classic and the cutting-edge?in literature, performances, and daily life. Leading scholars
Outlaw journalist Spider Jerusalem attacks the injustices of his surreal 21st Century through black humor as an investigative reporter for the newspaper The Word in this critically-acclaimed graphic n
Pirates of the past...today! The Scurvy Dogs search for jobs, love, and adventure - with disastrous results! This volume collects all five issues of the critically-acclaimed, independent humor, comic
“A CAPTIVATING READ . . . WINDCHILL SUMMER HAS ALL THE ELEMENTS. . . . A LITTLE MYSTERY, SOME HUMOR,[AND] A DASH OF CHARM.”–The Denver Post“WONDERFULLY SATISFYING AND APPEALING . . . It’s the summer o
Charming stories — brimming with humor, whimsy, and imagination — include an Algonquin tale of how Glooskap conquered the Great Bull-Frog; "The Meeting of the Wild Animals," a Tsimshian myth recountin
Perfect for fans of Code Name Helene and The Alice Network.Three women. One mission. Enemies everywhere.May 1944. When spy Elisabeth de Mornay, code name Cecile, notices a coded transmission from an a
“Everything about A People’s History of Heaven is wonderful: the lyrical, light touch of the narrator, the story, the humor, and most of all, the girls. Faced with bigotry and bulldozers, these girls
The stories in this edition represent the great diversity of her work, from humor to her shocking explorations of the human psyche. The tales range, chronologically, from the writings of her college d
This wordless picture book follows the trials of a little old lady who attempts to make pancakes for her breakfast. “The optimistic determination of the woman and the gentle humor of the illustrations
From the creator of the Geisel Honor winner Oops, Pounce, Quick, Run! comes another irresistible tale that perfectly illustrates the humor of opposites.A cat stops. The dog goes.Dog says yes! Cat̷
A facsimile edition of the first issue of the "Blast", which documents in its in original format the raw energy, violent humor, graphic inventiveness and intellectual hard edge of the most compelling
Snakes, Alligators, and Broken Hearts recounts the author’s adventures and experiences growing up as the son of a biologist during the 1960s and 70s. With humor and compassion, the author describes th
The third book in the series featuring the bridge-playing monks of St. Titus, whose humor enhances the bridge deals, which are always?of considerable technical interest?Terence Reese's and David Bird'
