Michael Engelhard Bücher

Die Publikation der Stiftung Castrum Peregrini präsentiert eine Auswahl von vierzehn italienischen Renaissance-Dichtern, darunter bekannte Namen wie Pulci, Poliziano und Tasso sowie die Dichterinnen Colonna und Stampa. Enthalten ist auch Polizianos Orpheus, der als Ursprung des europäischen Dramas und der Oper gilt. Biographische Hinweise und Worterläuterungen ergänzen die Texte.

Exploring themes of nature and solitude, this collection of essays reflects on the author's deep connection to the environment and the importance of preserving wild spaces. Drawing inspiration from personal experiences and the beauty of the natural world, the writing combines lyrical prose with thought-provoking insights. The author, an award-winning writer, invites readers to contemplate their relationship with nature and the significance of wilderness in contemporary life.

Exploring the human condition with humor and humility, this book offers an authentic glimpse into Alaska, revealing its true essence beyond popular myths. The author, possessing deep knowledge of the region, crafts an engaging narrative that invites readers to experience the unique landscapes and cultural nuances of Alaska in a compelling and relatable way.

"Prime Arctic predator and nomad of the sea, ice, and tundra, the polar bear endures as a source of wonder, terror, and fascination ... [This book] traces and illuminates this intertwined history, from Inuit shamans to Jean Harlow lounging on a bearskin rug, from the cubs trained to pull sleds toward the North Pole to cuddly superstar Knut"--Cover flap.