The King of France gives Helena the hand of any man she wants in marriage, but the one she chooses, Bertram, flees to Tuscany, and she must use her wits to get him back; this text includes background on the play's sources and stage history, as well as a textual analysis.

An edition of Shakespeare's comedy, including discussion of its production, language, plot, and author.

Discusses the style and technique of the Italian Renaissance painter and sculptor, Michelangelo Buonarroti

Presents the text of Shakespeare's comedy of love and redemption in exile, and includes a biographical sketch of the author, a selection of critical commentaries, and other reference materials.

"Much like Greek and Roman mythology, Norse myths are read, reread, and treasured. Famous storytellers such as JRR Tolkien and Neil Gaiman have drawn their inspiration from the long-haired, mead-drinking, marauding and pillaging Vikings. The author who gave us Nordic mythology is a twelfth-century Icelandic chieftain by the name of Snorri Sturluson. Like Homer, Snorri was a bard, writing down and embellishing the folklore and pagan legends of medieval...

"A bold, innovative biography that offers a new understanding of the life, work, and enduring impact of Audre Lorde"-- Provided by publisher.

A guide to reading and understanding William Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" which includes the complete unabridged text, detailed explanations of difficult words and passages, a synopsis of the plot, summaries of individual scenes, and notes on the main characters.

The Hope of the Gospel is a profound and inspiring collection of theological essays by George MacDonald, a visionary writer and thinker whose works have influenced generations of Christian authors, including C.S. Lewis. In this collection, MacDonald explores the transformative power of Christ's teachings, emphasizing the boundless love of God, the necessity of faith in action, and the hope found in true spiritual renewal. Unlike traditional theological...