Lullaby of the Dawn Tome 4
Extraits
Shonen/garçon
The Heroic Legend of Arslân Tome 18
Découvrez aujourd'hui The Heroic Legend of Arslân, une série d'heroic fantasy exceptionnelle ! Au programme : des batailles épiques, des stratégies étonnantes et des intrigues de palais. A la frontière de l'Orient et de l'Occident se trouve le prospère royaume de Parse, tenu d'une main de fer par le redoutable roi Andragoras. Avec sa frêle carrure et son maniement approximatif des armes, difficile pour le jeune prince Arslân de revendiquer son statut d'héritier du trône. A 14 ans, il prend part à sa première bataille contre le royaume de Lusitania. La défaite de ce jour marqué du sceau de l'infamie fera basculer à jamais son destin et celui du royaume de Parse... Accompagné de ses plus fidèles compagnons, Arslân doit faire ses preuves pour s'affirmer en tant que futur souverain et reconquérir la Parse !
12/2023
Shonen/garçon
The Heroic Legend of Arslân Tome 19
Retour là où tout a commencé. Neuf mois se sont écoulés depuis la défaite historique de l'armée parse dans la plaine d'Atropathènes, l'étincelle qui a précipité le continent dans le chaos. Le prince Arslàn revient sur cette terre marquée du sceau de l'infamie, nouveau tournant dans la reconquête de son royaume. Hilmes, de son côté, espère profiter de la confusion pour s'emparer de la capitale parse et ravir la couronne au nez d'Andragoras et d'Arslân...
03/2024
Seinen/Homme
Nyaight of the Living Cat Tome 1
" L'humanité ne peut plus se permettre d'éprouver de l'affection pour les chats ! " Un terrible et mystérieux virus sévit et transforme peu à peu les derniers humains en boules de poils. Les quelques survivants se terrent pour échapper aux câlins de ces créatures effroyables... Parmi eux, Kunagi voit ses compagnons se métamorphoser au fur et à mesure, et tente de survivre à cette apocalypse féline. Mais son handicap n'est pas des moindres... Il adore les chats ! A travers Nyaight of the Living Cat, découvrez un manga de survie qui revisite avec humour la thématique du zombie. Les nombreuses références cinématographiques distillées par Hawkman sont sublimées par le trait texturé de Mecha-roots !
04/2023
Seinen/Homme
Nyaight of the Living Cat. Tome 2
"Tout humain qui se respecte est incapable de tirer sur un chat". Pour échapper à l'invasion féline, Kunagi et ses compagnons se réfugient dans un supermarché. Malheureusement, plusieurs chats s'y infiltrent et contaminent peu à peu les survivants ! Les plus hautes sphères du pays tentent de repousser ce nouvel envahisseur, mais se retrouvent vite à court de moyens face aux adorables boules de poils. Kunagi, quant à lui, est prêt à tout pour survivre, et il compte bien utiliser l'allergie aux chats de Tsutsumi pour changer la donne... A travers Nyaight of the Living Cat, découvrez un manga de survie qui revisite avec humour la thématique du zombie. Les nombreuses références cinématographiques distillées par Hawkman sont sublimées par le trait texturé de Mecha-roots !
09/2023
Shonen/garçon
The Dungeon of Black Company Tome 7
Faites fortune dans la première série fantasy prolétarienne ! Si tu veux survivre, travaille à en crever ! Kinji est un NEET, soit un individu qui vit en dehors du système. Telle une mauvaise farce du destin, il est transporté dans un monde parallèle où il est embauché par une entreprise esclavagiste. Son lieu de travail est un immense donjon grouillant de monstres et il se retrouve au plus bas de l'échelle sociale. Pour retrouver l'élite, il peut compter sur un mix d'orgueil démesuré et de ruse, mais il va devoir résister aux affreuses conditions de travail et maîtriser le monstre à l'appétit dantesque qui est censé l'aider dans sa quête. Suite à une nouvelle téléportation, dans le futur cette fois, il découvre le sombre destin qui attend les habitants du monde parallèle. A son retour, il décide, aidé de ses cinq compagnons, d'entamer pour de bon l'exploration du donjon pour tenter de renverser la situation et de prendre la place de ses supérieurs. "Si tu veux survivre, travaille à en crever ! ' Faites fortune dans la première série fantasy prolétarienne !
05/2022
Shonen/garçon
In the Land of Leadale Tome 6
Direction la mer, en quête de la prochaine tour à activer ! D'après Corail, ancien joueur et nouvel ami de Cayna, il existerait un village de pêcheurs dans lequel court la rumeur d'un grand temple situé au fond de la mer. Persuadée qu'il s'agit là d'une nouvelle tour à réactiver, Cayna s'est donc mise en route immédiatement. Mais une fois arrivée sur place, elle découvre alors un lieu plongé dans un épais brouillard et envahi de morts-vivants... Cayna y fait toutefois la rencontre de deux autres joueurs et surtout d'une petite fille laissée seule là-bas. Puis, ensemble, ils combattront le capitaine d'un ancien bateau pirate afin de faire briller à nouveau le soleil sur le village. Mais leurs aventures sont loin d'être terminées. Pendant ce temps, dans l'ouest du royaume d'Ottarquess, les dirigeants s'inquiètent d'étranges changements survenus au niveau d'une barrière de protection destinée à les protéger contre l'ennemi...
04/2024
Shonen/garçon
The Dungeon of Black Company Tome 11
Kinji Ninomiya est un homme plein de vicissitudes. Transporté dans un monde parallèle, il est ensuite envoyé dans le passé de ce même monde ou il se réveille amnésique. Afin de se venger de l'énigmatique homme tout de blanc vêtu à l'origine de tous ses maux. Kinji commence déjà à avancer les pions du plan diabolique qu'il ourdit. Toutefois, sans prévenir, le beau et aimable Ninomiya réapparaît, et celui-ci forme alors un trio en compagnie de deux beautés. C'est le début de l'opération "Kinji le beau gosse" !
03/2024
Shonen/garçon
In the Land of Leadale Tome 3
Une nouvelle de trop pour Cayna ? ! Arrivée à la capitale de Ferskell avec l'espoir d'y retrouver ses trois enfants, Cayna a également eu l'occasion d'y accomplir plusieurs quêtes en tant que jeune aventurière. Mais lorsqu'elle découvre alors une seconde tour datant d'il y a 200 ans, ce qu'elle apprend du gardien de cette dernière semble quelque peu la bouleverser... Est-elle vraiment seule dans le monde de Leadale ?
05/2022
Shonen/garçon
Conqueror of the Dying Kingdom Tome 1
Face à la guerre qui approche, le paisible éleveur d'oiseaux géants doit prendre son envol et affronter son destin ! Avant de se réincarner dans le royaume de Shiyalta, Yuri était un jeune homme seul et ayant perdu goût à la vie. Dans ce nouveau monde de fantasy, la vie de Yuri trouve enfin un sens : des parents aimants, et un avenir prometteur dans le ranch de son père, dédié à l'élevage d'oiseaux géants. Ces aigles rois sont destinés à servir de montures aux soldats d'une guerre certes lointaine, mais contre un envahisseur toujours plus pressant... Cependant, la gangrène se développe insidieusement au coeur du royaume et la guerre se rapproche de Yuri et de sa famille, irrémédiablement... Après la mort de son oncle, Yuri est convoqué par son clan... Un grand destin attend notre héros !
05/2023
Shonen/garçon
In the Land of Leadale Tome 5
Des rencontres déconcertantes secouent Cayna et les terres du nord ! Employée par Eyrinë pour l'escorter, Cayna a fait chemin jusqu'à Helshpel, capitale des terres du nord. La première chose qu'elle devait y faire de son côté était de remettre une lettre écrite par Maï-Maï au propriétaire d'une grande enseigne marchande. Cet elfe, qui répond au nom de Cayrick Sakai, se présente à elle comme son petit-fils ! Mais ce qui la choquera plus encore, ce sont surtout les mots que ce dernier utilisera en sa présence... des paroles qui déclencheront une colère telle que tous les environs de la capitale risqueraient bien d'en subir les conséquences !
05/2023
Shonen/garçon
Conqueror of the Dying Kingdom Tome 3
Face à la guerre qui approche, le paisible éleveur d'oiseaux géants doit prendre son envol et affronter son destin ! Réincarné dans un autre monde, Yuri est à la recherche une vie paisible, mais la mort de son oncle Gouk le précipite, avec son père Luke, dans une querelle clanique. Face à Lacoun, qui tente de s'emparer du pouvoir au moyen d'un faux testament, le jeune garçon imagine un plan pour protéger ses parents. Alors que Luke est finalement devenu le chef, la tranquillité est rompue par une épidémie qui sévit sur le territoire des Ho. La menace se rapproche...
11/2023
Shonen/garçon
Four Knights of the Apocalypse Tome 11
Le combat à Liones contre deux des Ten Commandments et le roi Arthur en personne a pris fin. C'était la première bataille des Four Knights of the Apocalypse enfin réunis, qui ont chacun prouvé leur vraie valeur. Ils ont pris conscience de leur destin : ils sont les Cavaliers de la prophétie, voués à détruire Camelot, le royaume éternel d'Arthur. Meliodas leur confie une nouvelle mission : les quatre compagnons partent en voyage à la recherche d'un accès qui mènerait à Camelot ! Percival se met donc en route vers l'aventure avec ses amis Donnie, Nasciens et An qui viennent d'être adoubés Chevaliers sacrés !
11/2023
Seinen/Homme
Sword of the Demon Hunter Tome 3
L'attaque de deux démons a plongé les habitants du petit village de Kadono dans le tourbillon d'un destin tragique. Pour assouvir sa vengeance, Jinta se fixe comme objectif ce lointain futur où selon la prophétie, le roi des démons Kijin est censé se manifester. Il décide alors de quitter le village pour reprendre sa vie de vagabond. Une dizaine d'années plus tard à Edo, il s'est taillé une solide réputation de chasseur de démons sous le nom de Jinya... C'est ainsi que débute un nouvel épisode du drame qui lie étroitement humains et démons, avec la grande cité d'Edo en toile de fond ! Motoo Nakanishi a imaginé en 2011 le light novel qui est à l'origine du manga. Un roman est toujours en cours de parution (onze tomes au Japon) tandis que le manga en est à son cinquième volume. Les lecteurs français ont pu découvrir Yu Satomi à travers plusieurs séries comme Nuisible (sa première oeuvre en tant que dessinateur) ou Bloody Cruise dont il assure le scénario et le dessin. C'est en 2021 que les deux artistes se réunissent pour donner naissance au manga Kijin Gentôshô.
07/2024
Physique, chimie
Radiation chemistry. From basics to applications in material and life sciences
This book gives a progress report on the many and original contributions of radiation chemistry to the fundamental knowledge of the vast domain of chemical reactions and its applications. Radiation chemistry techniques indeed make it possible to elucidate detailed physicochemical mechanisms in inorganic and organic chemistry (including in space) and in biochemistry. Moreover, this comprehension is applied in materials science to precisely control syntheses by radiation, such as radiopolymerisation, radiografting, specific treatment of surfaces (textiles, paintings, inks, etc.), synthesis of complex nanomaterials, degradation of environmental pollutants and radioresistance of materials for nuclear reactors. In life sciences, the study of the effects of radiation on biomacromolecules (DNA, proteins, lipids) not only permits the comprehension of normal or pathological biological mechanisms, but also the improvement of our health. In particular, many advances in cancer radiotherapy, in the radioprotection of nuclear workers and the general population, as well as in the treatment of diseases and the radiosterilization of drugs, could be obtained thanks to this research. Abundantly illustrated and written in English by top international specialists who have taken care to render the subjects accessible, this work will greatly interest those curious about a scientific field that is new to them and students attracted by the original and multidisciplinary aspects of the field. At a time when radiation chemistry research is experiencing spectacular development in numerous countries, this book will attract many newcomers to the field.
05/2008
Cerveau et psychologie
Transcultural Dictionary of Misunderstandings. European and Chinese Horizons
The Transcultural Dictionary of Misunderstandings. European and Chinese Horizons is the result of an initiative which forges a radically new path for promoting transcultural understanding by studying culture-bound keywords. The stimulating idea is to create and address with intention that which is generally held to be by all means avoided : namely, misunderstandings. The experiment starts with a level of communication that is not political per se but cultural. Cultures have no rigid borders like nation-states. They are more dynamic and meandering, open to influence, and translatable. Like cultures themselves, keywords are saturated with history, long-term experience, values, and collective emotions. They carry a load of tacit knowledge and implicit axioms that have the advantage of not having to be unpacked, explained, or spelled out. Working through various semantic layers of keywords on both sides helps to create a more transparent language for transcultural dialogue. The creation of such a language is the effect of producing, exchanging, and working through misunderstandings on both sides. Within the framework of transcultural dialogue, misunderstandings turn out to be an innovative tool for mutual learning by seeing oneself through the eyes of the other. It is high time for researchers in various parts of the world to join forces and translate basic concepts from one language and culture into another. Every translation is a transformation, marking similarities and differences which can lead to an uncovering of new ideas, values, and cultural practices. This unconventional dialogue is a great source of inspiration because it works through hardened assumptions and misrepresentations, unsettles schematic thinking, and leads to unexpected insights and new points of contact. Aleida Assmann Professor of English Literature and Literary Theory, University of Konstanz, Germany
07/2022
Religion
The Second Story of Creation (Gen 2:4-3:24)
The two creation stories in Genesis 1-3 have been subject of intense study since the beginning of critical research on the Pentateuch in the eighteenth century. Even today, they continue to vex the biblical commentators. This work attempts to study one of these creation stories, namely the Eden Story narrated in Gen 2 : 4-3 : 24. This story graphically describes the first couple's installation in the Garden of Eden and their expulsion from it. These two themes have prompted some scholars to consider this story as a summary of Israel's history until the tragedy of exile and a prologue to the literary composition commonly called Enneateuch (Genesis - 2 Kings). Such a hypothesis is based on the premise that both Eden story and Israel's history have the same end : expulsion. The reason for such an end in both is disobedience. The study takes up this hypothesis and examines its viability. Furthermore, this work attempts to bring out the biblical message of this story. Gen 2-3 is an expression of Israel's faith resulting from its history with Yahweh and from its encounter with the surrounding cultures, and it intends to articulate a religious and anthropological identity for Israel.
11/2010
Architecture
Mindful places to stay. Sublime destinations for yoga and meditation
Fresh summer air, leaves rustling at the backdrop of beautiful sunset, subtle wind caressing your skin as you quietly meditate -- if this feels anything like a perfect vacation, Mindful Places to Stay is just the book for you. Through captivating photography and easy reads, the visual pages unveil the most astonishing yoga and meditation retreats and stories behind them. Join Mindful Places to Stay in the discovery of peace and quiet in breathtaking spots scattered across the world.
06/2024
Cuisine
French pâtisserrie
French pâtisserie from a flaky croissant in the morning to a raspberry macaron with tea or a layered Opéra cake after dinner provides the grand finale to every memorable meal. This comprehensive volume, from the professionals at the Ferrandi School of Culinary Arts dubbed "The Harvard of Gastronomy" by Le Monde newspaper offers everything the home chef needs to create perfect pastries for all occasions. 1500 skills and techniques Learn how to make pastries, creams, decorations, and more with step-by-step instructions and tips and tricks from Ferrandi's experienced chefs. 235 classic French recipes Recipes for the complete range of French pâtisserie also include variations that are rated according to level of difficulty so that home chefs can expand their skills over time. Created with the participation of France's award-winning pastry chefs : Ophélie Barès, Christelle Brua, Christine Ferber, Nina Métayer, Christophe Adam, Julien Alvarez, Nicolas Bacheyre, Nicolas Bernardé, Nicolas Boussin, Yann Brys, Frédéric Cassel, Gontran Cherrier, Philippe Conticini, Yann Couvreur, Christophe Felder, Cédric Grolet, Pierre Hermé, Jean-Paul Hévin, Arnaud Larher, Gilles Marchal, Pierre Marcolini, Carl Marletti, Yann Menguy, Christophe Michalak, Angelo Musa, Philippe Urraca.
10/2017
Japon
D’un empire, l’autre. Premières rencontres entre la France et le Japon au XIXe siècle
Au début des années 1800, les Japonais apprennent avec stupeur l'existence d'un empire en constante expansion dirigé par un certain Napoléon alors que les orientalistes parisiens commencent à réunir des livres sur cet archipel de l'autre bout du monde. La circulation de l'information établit une forme de "diplomatie de l'esprit" . A l'orée du XXe siècle, une nouvelle ère a déjà commencé : Japonais et Français ont établi des relations officielles depuis un demi-siècle et se côtoient désormais sur l'échiquier politique international. D'un empire, l'autre parcourt le premier siècle des contacts (indirects puis directs) entre la France et le Japon. Alors que les ombres d'un ancien monde se voient congédiées de la scène de l'histoire, la marche des temps modernes apparaît inexorable. Les auteurs de ce volume ont délibérément choisi d'explorer des thématiques différentes de celles souvent associées aux relations bilatérales telles que l'histoire diplomatique stricto sensu ou encore le succès du japonisme. Ils visent à interroger ce qui caractérise d'ordinaire les premières rencontres - l'espoir et l'incompréhension, le dialogue et la crainte, l'imaginaire et le réel - et éclairer ainsi des facettes méconnues de la relation franco-japonaise. In the early 1800s, the Japanese discovered to their amazement the existence of an ever-expanding empire ruled by a man called Napoleon. Meanwhile, Parisian orientalists started to acquire books on Japan and to dispel the shrouds of mystery surrounding this island country on the other side of the world. In authorized coteries and circles, the circulation of information encouraged the emergence of a "diplomacy of minds. " By 1900, a new era had dawned : official diplomatic ties had been established between the two countries since half a century and they were now rubbing elbows in the international political arena. Empire to Empire studies the first hundred years of indirect, then direct, contact between France and Japan. As shadows of an ancient world are ushered away from the stage, modernity appears to be unstoppable in its march. The contributors to this volume have chosen to explore subjects different from the issues most often associated with bilateral relations such as diplomatic history in the narrower sense or the triumphant success of Japonisme. They aim to reconsider some of the defining traits associated with first encounters-a mixture of hope and error, dialogue and fear, and imagination and reality-and to shed light on lesser-known aspects of Franco-Japanese relations.
10/2021
Histoire de France
The Borders of Schengen
Currently, we are witnessing a "border game" with participants on a global scale. The massive movement of illegal immigrants and refugees who have arrived in Europe over the last few months has led political leaders, activists' movements and anonymous citizens to rethink practices and discourses. The media have multiplied news stories about mobilization initiatives that go well beyond the sphere of the state and even operate on the fringes of the law. Nationalism and identity issues have found their way onto the EU and its member-states' agenda while the international community argues about the urgency to collaborate to address one of the greatest problems seen in Europe since the Second World War. Schengen borders have been suffering reconfigurations on an almost daily basis and Schengen has even been temporarily suspended in some countries, with the ghost of the end of the Union hovering over Europe. The series of multidisciplinary texts collected in this book offer the reader a variety of perspectives on the understanding of the Schengen area. Broadly speaking, this volume includes reflections on subjects that embrace the debates on the concept and practices of the free movement of persons within Europe, the security dimension of the European Union, illegal immigration and migration management, human rights and the role of various players and interests. This is the book to read if you wish to understand the latest developments in the Schengen area on its 30th anniversary.
09/1993
Non classé
Education and the Values Crisis in Central and Eastern Europe
Fundamental educational reform is one of the central elements of the social transformation taking place in the former socialist countries of Central and Eastern Europe. In this volume selected experts and eye witnesses of the radical change taking place in the region provide detailed and graphic presentation of the problems and controversies surrounding reform. They explore how the educational systems have responded to the collapse, and they explain the source of new models, ideas, and values on the part of educational policy makers, researchers and teachers. A focus of attention is the values crisis among the youth. The authors explore the values the socialist systems attempted to convey, the manner in which the youth have responded to the collapse, and the possible sources of new values and ideals.
05/1994
Non classé
Papers on Semantics and Grammar
The six revised papers collected here - two have been translated into English - address in their different ways questions relating to grammatical meaning (both semantics and pragmatics) and the analysis of constructions. Though they cover a period of about 10 years, they can be said to share a view of linguistic analysis that is holistic rather than modular and descriptive rather than generative. The topics discussed are : the semantics and pragmatics of get-passives ; the semantics of epistemic modality ; the status, function and analysis of participial and gerundial -ing constructions ; four controversies in the analysis of modality and modal auxiliaries ; the functional classification of adverbials and the pragmatics of their position ; the semantics and pragmatics of prepositional phrases with for.
01/1993
12 ans et +
Ashes falling for the sky Tome 2 : Sky Burning Down To Ashes
Suite et fin d'Ashes falling for the sky. Après un cliffhanger insoutenable, on retrouve Sky et Ash aux prises avec leurs démons. La réunion de ces deux destins brisés ne se fera pas sans de nouvelles blessures, et révélations sur leurs passés. Nine Gorman et Mathieu Guibé livrent une suite touchante, riche en thématiques fortes, et dont le final ne laissera personne indifférent. A partir de 16 ans
06/2019
Monographies
Loire's castle
Discover their history, the technical feats that went into their construction and all their secrets. From Amboise to Clos Lucé, from Chambord to Chenonceau, from Blois to Villandry, each of these sublime castles conceals unsuspected treasures ! Discover them off the beaten track, with cultural, historical and sometimes even unusual information... Explore the history, big and small, of these landmarks of French history. Discover their secrets and mysteries, and follow our guide to admire their most unusual and sumptuous corners.
03/2024
Mouvements artistiques
Look Close, Think Far. Art at the Ackland
This richly illustrated volume introduces one of America's finest university art museums - one whose directors, curators, donors, and patrons have left a remarkable legacy, a museum collection that encourages us all to "look close, think far. " The selection of over 280 highlights is presented with brief commentaries and an essay that traces the growth of the Ackland Art Museum's outstanding collection. The Ackland Art Museum at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is one of the United States' most distinguished public university art museums. Founded in 1958, it now houses over 20, 000 works of art, covering some 5, 000 years of cultures from around the globe. "Look Close, Think Far" is the tagline of the Ackland, informing everything from the dynamic and varied program of special exhibitions to ambitious interpretation, education, and outreach activities. It applies especially strongly to the museum's extensive permanent collection. Although an integral part of the oldest public university in the United States, the Ackland is a relatively young institution. Now approaching its sixty-fifth year, it has become the proud steward of over 20, 000 works of art from an impressively broad range of world cultures and time periods. The Museum is known for its special strengths in art of the European tradition, with very strong holdings in prints and drawings ; the arts of Asia, and especially China, Japan, and India ; a small but fine collection of classical art from Africa ; and recent and contemporary art. This publication showcases a cross-section though the diverse collection, with 283 works, giving an impression of the Ackland's permanent collection that is true to its character, representative of its breadth, and indicative of its quality. The essay gives special attention to the early stages and the less obvious, more idiosyncratic moments that have contributed to the Ackland's personality and individuality. The approach taken by the editor Peter Nisbet, deputy director for curatorial affairs at the Ackland, differs from most conventional volumes of museum collection highlights in several refreshing ways. Instead of separating works along the lines of curatorial departments, the arrangement emphasizes the unity of the collection by merging works from different cultures. These are presented in a largely chronological sequence, but one that surprises by starting with the present and extending back in time. Within this order, works of art are deliberately paired across individual page openings, to stimulate visual attention, reflective thinking, and sometimes maybe just a smile.
08/2022
Anglais apprentissage
Acacia thorn in my heart
I started writing "Acacia thorn in my heart" after reading the book of a white South African woman about her childhood in the same region as mine but relating a completely different experience. She had maids, her father drove her to school and she played with real toys. I lived in the heart of the country, away from everything and had to walk five miles to go to school. I was born in Natal. My father rented a plot of land from a white owner to do market gardening. Although Indian families tended not to educate daughters, our parents decided that education was a priority for us. Despite financial difficulties, they were able to send us to school. We had to get up at five o'clock in order to catch the school train. In winter, as we were scantily clad, we shivered all the way to the station.
09/2001
Histoire internationale
National Heroes and National Identities. Scotland, Norway and Lithuania
This book investigates the concept of the heroic, questions what it is that makes the national hero an indispensable appendage to any possible interpretation of national identity, and asks why scholars stop short before coming to terms with this elusive phenomenon. It finds answers by following heroic traditions in Scotland, Norway and Lithuania from the early modern period to the twentieth century. The book argues that heroic traditions – prevailing trends in situating heroes in national history – owe much to the early modern state. Both national heroes and the nation state had been conceived with a similar moral political mindset that looked for new ways to identify sources for commonality. The confluence of political theory and Realpolitik attested to three classical types of polities, i.e. civitas popularis (democracy), regnum (kingship), and optimatium (aristocracy), as found at that time in Scotland, Norway and Lithuania respectively. The author shows the varied impact these patterns had on heroic traditions. The long record of national heroes in Scotland is explained as a vestige of the legacy of civic humanism, the continuing traditions of the heroic king-lines in Norway are seen as a result of long-standing absolutism, while the belated arrival of national heroes in Lithuania is excused by the country's aristocratic if at times oligarchic past.
02/1993
Non classé
Oaths, Vows and Promises in the first Part of the French Prose Lancelot Romance
This book examines the narrative use made of oaths, vows and promises in a thirteenth-century work of fictional literature, reviewing the textual prominence accorded them by the writer in the light of legal texts of the Middle Ages that deal with the same subject. Medieval society had to deal with highly complex problems that arose out of the central importance accorded the given word. Jurists wrestled with the problems in an attempt to solve them ; the writer of a work of narrative fiction can explore such problems in terms of human drama. The writer of the prose Lancelot was clearly aware of the legal debate, and he used both the characters and plot of his fictional text to construct narrative sequences that allowed him to depict the moral and psychological perplexities that faced both society and individuals over these matters.
02/1993
Physique, chimie
CHEMISTRY IN CONTEXT. Applying Chemistry to Society, Third Edition
Chemistry in Context Online Learning Center www.mhhe.com/cic
New to the third edition is the Chemistry in Context Online Learning Center (OLC). This Internet-based resource, for both students and instructors, includes web-searching activities that are embedded right in the text as part of the Consider This and Your Turn exercises. End-of-chapter questions also include web-based activities. In addition, the OLC includes searching tips and information to help students evaluate the quality of web sites. Instructors can find links to useful source material for lectures and classroom discussions. Also available online are sections of the Instructors Resource Guide (IRG).
Laboratory Manual to accompany Chemistry in Context: Applying Chemistry to Society, Third Edition
This laboratory manual is specifically designed to support the concepts presented in Chemistry in Context. The experiments use simple chemical equipment and easy-to-follow procedures. Some are adaptations of traditional experiments; others are quite novel. The experiments require little mastery of traditional laboratory techniques, so maximum student time can be devoted to explorations and acquiring data.
01/2000
Sciences politiques
A Morbid Democracy. Old and New Populisms
The crisis of democracy in Europe and the inability of the political parties and élites to adequately meet the challenges of globalisation exposes the increasingly fragmented middle classes to the temptations of Euroscepticism, and, in some cases, xenophobia. This appears to be a portrait of contemporary reality, but the current crisis has deep roots. The Spanish thinker José Ortega y Gasset described the pathologies of the mass man and of the nascent democratic system as far back as the beginning of the twentieth century, in a significant text entitled Una democracia morbosa, which appears to foreshadow the present state of affairs. The crisis of the average man, the degradation and devaluation of culture appear to be the distinctive traits of the new, post-ideological democracy of our times, known as "audience democracy". The political parties, faced with this profound crisis, in some cases seek dangerous shortcuts through demagogic and rhetorical use of the term "people", while the charismatic figure of the leader gains in prestige as a reference model. Resentment, caused by lack of representation of the just demands of the citizens, can turn to anger and destabilise the institutions of democracy. There is therefore an urgent need for an inclusive Europe with a renewed welfare system, based around the citizenry and not the masses.
09/1987
