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- Howard Jacobson: What makes everyone believe that they have an ... - The Independent
Life's a talent contest. Darwin told us that, though I suspect we knew it well enough already. "In the struggle for survival, the fittest win out at the expense of their rivals because they succeed in adapting themselves best to their environment ...
- Poets on the shortlist for the Giffin Prize - Toronto Star
The 2008 Griffin Poetry Prize is bestowed Wednesday during a gala in the Distillery District, with two awards of $50,000 going to the best Canadian and best international book of poetry published in English last year. The event is preceded Tuesday by ...
- Letters: Fathers (Independent)
Sir: I have to express my alarm at the advice dispensed by Virginia Ironside and five female readers in relation to the man deceived by his partner into unwillingly fathering a second child (Dilemmas, 23 June). Once again the sisterhood rises in unquestioning support of one of their own, and in contempt for the man concerned.
- ART GALLERIES, MUSEUMS - The Wichita Eagle
ART GALLERIES, MUSEUMSThe Wichita Eagle, KS - 11 hours agoPoetry Aloud, read your own work or that of a poet you admire, 7-9 pm, Zoomdweebie's Tea Bar, 3010 E. Central. Free. Information, 316-440-4202. ...
- Bloomsday ramble (Worcester Telegram & Gazette)
At several spots throughout the city yesterday people gathered to re-joyce and celebrate Bloomsday. The annual event follows in the footsteps of the lead character in James Joyce's "Ulysses," re-enacting Leopold Bloom's journey through Dublin on June 16, 1904. The entire novel takes place on that one day.
- To have an event listed, sen... - Akron Beacon Journal
To have an event listed, sen...Akron Beacon Journal, OH - 4 hours agoTeen Program: Poetry Cafe — 6:30 pm, Akron-Summit County Public Library, Fairlawn-Bath branch, 3101 Smith Road, Fairlawn. 330-666-4888. ...
- Anselm Kiefer awarded the 2008 Peace Prize of the German Book Trade - Art Daily
Anselm Kiefer awarded the 2008 Peace Prize of the German Book TradeArt Daily - 1 hour agoThe extent to which Kiefer deals with literature and poetry is demonstrated not only by his installations, which constantly allude to great works. ...
- Killer Touch - Sunday Herald
Killer TouchSunday Herald, UK - 2 hours ago... potential of this wary female friendship or the phenomenon of genius bubbling in the breast of such an unappealing man. We long for poetry and passion; ...
- Girl found hanged in bedroom had become obsessed with ‘emo’ culture (Times Online)
A girl aged 12 who was found hanged in her bedroom had become obsessed with a teenage sub-culture known as “emoâ€, an inquest was told yesterday.
- Class of 2008: Jennifer Stepanek - Newswise (press release)
Class of 2008: Jennifer StepanekNewswise (press release) - 2 hours agoThe author of seven best selling books (six poetry books and an essay book written in collaboration with former President Carter), he served as the Muscular ...
- Bound for success: Recent UM master's graduate wins prestigious ... - The Missoulian
The MissoulianBound for success: Recent UM master's graduate wins prestigious ...The Missoulian, MT - 1 hour agoIn past years, winning entries have included works of poetry, short stories and essays. The Merriam-Frontier Award was established by HG Merriam, ...
- Rushdie traces the roots of his latest award-winning tale - Malaysia Star
Rushdie traces the roots of his latest award-winning taleMalaysia Star, Malaysia - 1 hour agoHe found that a lot of poetry of that period used the image of black-eyed beauty. The beloved always had black eyes. He borrowed his hot-blooded heroine ...
- Fishing Lines: Farewell to Fred, a genial giant who was first among equals (Independent)
Everyone seems to have a Fred J Taylor story. My favourite one concerning the great man happened on a cold, wet winter's day, the sort of day when sensible fishers sit in front of a fire and think: "Glad I didn't go out today!"
- Something about Mary (Stuff)
This story begins at its end, in the nook of a North Sydney chapel where an elderly woman in black kneels on a cushion crocheted with Sturt desert peas, crosses herself and prays with one hand on a white marble tomb.
- Passport to Africa: Your Itinerary Awaits - Modern Ghana
Passport to Africa: Your Itinerary AwaitsModern Ghana, Ghana - 1 hour agoOne gets to experience the culture of various African countries through their food, art, poetry, fashion, and music. Jamati was privileged to interview ...
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