... Erskine died March 1 , 1768 , at Cardross , the estate of his grandfather . Moderator , " deposed from the office of ... Ralph Erskine , minister Scotland . " His mother was Margaret , of Donfermline , brother to Ebenezer , and ...
While the existing studies of the Rastafarian movement have primarily focused on its cultural expression through reggae music, art, and iconography, Monique A. Bedasse argues that repatriation to Africa represents the most important vehicle ...
Set in Yoknapatawpha County, Mississippi, As I Lay Dying tells the story of the dysfunctional Bundren family as they set out to fulfill Addie Bundren’s dying wish.
This extraordinary story, written by the author who knows the most about citizen action, returns us to the literature of American social movements—to Edward Bellamy, to Upton Sinclair, to John Steinbeck, to Stephen Crane—reminding us in ...
A grounding theme of the book is its argument that, far than being conservative, Malaitan religions and cultures have always been adaptable and have proved remarkably flexible in accommodating change.
Faulkner's powerful prose and deep exploration of Southern culture make this novel a must-read for those seeking a challenging and rewarding literary experience.