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Twain, Alcott, and the Birth of the Adolescent Reform Novel
Trites argues that Twain and Alcott wrote on similar topics because they were so deeply affected by the Civil War, by cataclysmic emotional and financial losses in their families, by their cultural immersion in the tenets of Protestant philosophy, and by sexual tensions that may have stimulated their interest in writing for adolescents, Trites demonstrates how the authors participated in a cultural dynamic that marked the changing nature of adolescence in America, provoking a literary sentiment that continues to inform young adult literature. Both intuited that the transitory nature of adolescence makes it ripe for expression about human potential for change and reform.
The Official Raspberry Pi Projects Book Volume 1
The Official Raspberry Pi projects book returns with inspirational projects, detailed step-by-step guides, and product reviews based around the phenomenon that is the Raspberry Pi. See why educators and makers adore the credit card-sized computer that can be used to make robots, retro games consoles, and even art. In this volume of The Official Raspberry Pi Projects Book, you'll: Get involved with the amazing and very active Raspberry Pi community Be inspired by incredible projects made by other people Learn how to make with your Raspberry Pi with our tutorials Find out about the top kits and accessories for your Pi projects And much, much more! If this is your first time using a Raspberry P...
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Tom Slade on the River
In "Tom Slade on the River," Percy Keese Fitzhugh crafts an engaging tale that captures the essence of adventure and camaraderie among young boys. Set against the backdrop of the serene yet unpredictable river, the narrative follows the titular character, Tom Slade, as he embarks on a series of exciting escapades with his friends. Fitzhugh's writing style is imbued with vivid descriptions and a colloquial tone that authentically portrays the youthful exuberance of his characters. The book is not only a testament to the spirit of friendship and exploration but also reflects the early 20th-century American values of independence and resilience, resonating with the coming-of-age genre prevalent...
P11, Painters Eleven
In 1953 eleven Canadian Abstract Expressionist artists banded together to break through the barricades of traditional art at a time when landscapes were about the only paintings collectors were buying. Hungry for recognition, raging against the art establishment that was shutting them out, they decided to form a collective, expecting they would gain more attention as a group than as solo artists. In 1954, The Painters Eleven--Jack Bush, Oscar Cahén, Hortense Gordon, Tom Hodgson, Alexandra Luke, Jock Macdonald, Ray Mead, Kazuo Nakamura, William Ronald, Harold Town and Walter Yarwood--held their first exhibition in Toronto. Initially the public response echoed the worldwide sentiments toward ...
