John Banville is an accessible yet detailed study that brings to the surface many of the hidden depths of one of the major writers of contemporary Irish and world fiction. It mediates between two existing kinds of critical work on Banville: novel-by-novel introductions, and specialised academic analyses. While it approaches some of Banville's works individually, its discussions are arranged thematically, thus demonstrating the overall patterns in his oeuvre and in his literary thinking. With a close eye on chronology, the book begins by establishing the intellectual and cultural contexts of the oeuvre and its reception, then provides readings of Banville's Irish themes, his crucial theories of the Imagination, his thematic preoccupation with morality and immorality, his idiosyncratic devotion to a self-reflexive art. Work of all Banville's periods is covered, from his first book, Long Lankin (1970) to his Man-Booker winning novel, The Sea (2005), and his recent popular fiction written under a pseudonym. Rather than incorporating the frameworks of the existing Banville criticism, one of this book's major benefits is that it allows the author to speak for himself at all stages by referring to all his principal statements on his art and worldview. The discussions here are all attentive to those who may be in the early stages of familiarity with Banville, so that the general application of ideas and arguments can be understood without firsthand or detailed knowledge of the works under discussion. Those who are well acquainted with the Banville oeuvre will also find new aspects of emphasis and suggestion. A number of important items from Banville's career as a literary essayist and reviewer are used in the chapters, and the book is thus a good starting point for readers wishing to further develop their interest.

John Banville (3) (Visions and Revisions: Irish Writers in Their Time)

Literature & Fiction

Kenny, John

British & Irish

Irish Academic Press

Discusses techniques of working with clay from simple coil and drape to carving and sculpture methods. Also covers glazing, firing, glass, decoration, and mural use of ceramics.

Ceramic Design.

Chilton Books

Searching for the truth is the most dangerous thing firefighter Donny Robertson will ever do. Everyone believes the blaze that killed Donny’s Captain was just a terrible accident. Donny’s search for the truth will cost him his home, his relationship and his job. As the puzzle starts to come together, Donny discovers he’s out of his depth in a world of corporate intrigue and murder for hire. No longer the hunter, he becomes the target of a skilled and merciless contract killer. Donny’s only chance to save himself is to confront the person pulling the strings. It’s a desperate plan and it will cost him everything he has left.

The Spark

Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Mystery

Incendiary Publications

Crystal Lake Publishing presents... WARNING: THIS IS NOT JUST A BOOK This is a journey into the life of Death; a journey through this world and the next on the words of twenty one of the best horror writers around. Will you follow them to stare into the eyes of the Grim Reaper? Can you handle the true story of the birth of Death, or the minute details behind catching or escaping Death, becoming Death? Dying? These are not just stories but horrific experiences of pain and death: the deaths of lonely people, famous people, entire worlds, and the death of innocence and the pain of those left behind as they wait their turn, wondering what it will be like – no one is safe from the Reaper! FEAR THE REAPER includes stories by: Taylor Grant, Joe McKinney, Rick Hautala, Gary Fry, Ross Warren, Marty Young, Stephen Bacon, Dean M Drinkel, Richard Thomas, Sam Stone, Eric S Brown, Mark Sheldon, Steve Lockley, Robert S. Wilson, Jeremy C Shipp, Jeff Strand, Lawrence Santoro, E.C. McMullen Jr., Rena Mason, John Kenny and Gary A. Braunbeck. Includes a poem by Adam Lowe. Introduction by Gary McMahon. Artwork by Ben Baldwin and Will Jacques. Edited by Joe Mynhardt.

Fear the Reaper

Wilson, Robert S.

Shipp, Jeremy C.

Braunbeck, Gary A.

Santoro, Lawrence

Mason, Rena

McMullen Jr., E. C.

Warren, Ross

Drinkel, Dean M.

Genre Fiction

Crystal Lake Publishing

What drives them? Twelve of Ireland's legendary motor-sports stars speak about the highs and lows of their sport, whether scorching up the stages in rallying, the perilous thrills of motorbikes or the glamour and high stakes of circuit racing. Ruthless determination to get in front, and at the same time blocking the driver or rider behind causes bitter rivalries, shocking injuries and sometimes even sabotage. Bravery, teamwork and sheer exhiliaration also have their part to play. Featuring Derek Daly, Martin Donnelly, Eddie Irvine, Eddie Jordan, Michael Roe, John Watson, Billy Coleman, Paddy Hopkirk, Austin MacHale, Rosemary Smith, The Dunlop Brothers and Jeremy McWilliams. With an engaging balance between racing details and human interest, and a fantastic photographic section, this conveys all the glamour and excitement of the motor sport scene.

The Dirty Dozen: Ireland's Motorsport Legends

Sports & Outdoors

Miscellaneous

OʼBrien Press

A Very Special Family: The House of Joseph Thomas Raad, Georgetown, S.C.

Biographies & Memoirs

Community & Culture

Class LLC

The P.E.O.P.L.E. Programme: How to Overcome Your Blocks to Success

Self-Help

Happiness

John Kenny

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