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In this engaging and accessible book, distinguished scholar David Lowenthal demonstrates that each of Shakespeare's plays examines certain fundamental issues of moral and political life. Lowenthal discusses some of the Bard's best-known plays, and elicits the problem (and solution) occupying each one. Every component of a Shakespearean drama, argues Lowenthal, including plot, characters, and speeches, can be understood and explained as deriving from the particular issue that play examines. However, Shakespeare wanted to be known as a poet, not a philosopher. Lowenthal shows how and why Shakespeare achieved his goal, and in so doing he illuminates Shakespeare's artistry in a unique and compelling way. Anyone who has marveled at the beauty and complexity of the plays of Shakespeare will be grateful for Lowenthal's insightful exploration of their deeper meaning.

George Perkins Marsh (1801-1882) was the first to reveal the menace of environmental misuse, to explain its causes, and to prescribe reforms. This book offers insights, from sources, into Marsh's career and shows his relevance. schovat popis

The book examines the ideological roots of the Two Cultures debate, highlighting how biases toward unity or diversity influence significant societal issues. It delves into topics such as education, religion, genetics, race relations, heritage governance, and environmental policy, offering insights into how these perspectives shape contemporary discourse and decision-making. Through a critical lens, it encourages readers to reflect on the implications of these biases in various fields.

The past remains essential - and inescapable. A quarter-century after the publication of his classic account of man's attitudes to his past, David Lowenthal revisits how we celebrate, expunge, contest and domesticate the past to serve present needs. He shows how nostalgia and heritage now pervade every facet of public and popular culture. History embraces nature and the cosmos as well as humanity. The past is seen and touched and tasted and smelt as well as heard and read about. Empathy, re-enactment, memory and commemoration overwhelm traditional history. A unified past once certified by experts and reliant on written texts has become a fragmented, contested history forged by us all. New insights into history and memory, bias and objectivity, artefacts and monuments, identity and authenticity, and remorse and contrition, make this book once again the essential guide to the past that we inherit, reshape and bequeath to the future.

This critically-acclaimed study explores the concept of 'Heritage,' delving into its meanings and the impact it has on culture and identity. The book examines how heritage shapes individual and collective experiences, influencing social dynamics and historical narratives. Through insightful analysis, it addresses the complexities and challenges of preserving heritage in a modern context, making it a significant contribution to discussions about cultural memory and legacy.

Evaluates the past, examines the present, and ponders the future of the West Indies where political independence was gained after a long period of familiarity with political western ways.

Exploring the complexities of unfulfilled potential, the narrative delves into the author's humorous and poignant reflections on a career that never took off. Through a series of anecdotes and introspective moments, the book captures the struggle of grappling with aspirations and the reality of missed opportunities, ultimately offering a unique perspective on ambition and self-acceptance.

Focusing on eleven of Shakespeare's renowned plays, the book delves into the playwright's political insights and poetic brilliance. It uncovers subtle details and profound themes that reveal the complexities of his thought, enhancing the reader's understanding of Shakespeare's work beyond the surface. Through meticulous analysis, it highlights the interplay between Shakespeare's artistic expression and his commentary on societal issues.