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George Orwell: The Ethics of Equality is the first book written by a philosopher about George Orwell's philosophy, especially his ethics. Orwell is sometimes understood to be profoundly disinterested in philosophy, but he had much to say about philosophical matters, including humanism, the good life, free will and moral responsibility, equality, liberty, justice, and more. Peter Brian Barry examines all of Orwell's collected works, including his fiction, journalism, essays, book reviews, diaries, and correspondence to make the case for Orwell's relevance as a philosophical thinker.

The third edition provides an accessible introduction to literary and cultural theory, helping students navigate various approaches and terminologies. Peter Barry emphasizes reader engagement by allowing individuals to form their own interpretations after understanding foundational concepts. This updated version features two new chapters that explore the history of theory and recent developments since 2002. It covers a wide range of critical perspectives, including liberal humanism, feminist criticism, postcolonial criticism, and more, making it a comprehensive resource for learners.

Have you ever looked through the names in a bird book and thought It's all Greek to me!? This entertaining andinformative guide to bird names explains the meanings behind the names, many of which have fascinating originsand stories behind them.

An unsettling novel in which a starving African is brought to London to perform for the cameras for charity.

This book is about reading and studying poetry. Using fully-worked examples and complete poems wherever possible, it shows all the key elements of poetry 'at work' in poems|This book is about reading and studying poetry. Using fully-worked examples and complete poems wherever possible, it shows all the key elements of poetry 'at work' in poems -- .

Focusing on the platform architecture of modern embedded computing systems, this book delves into the development of frameworks for embedded systems-on-chips. It highlights practical examples, including the Intel Atom processor, which powers a range of high-end mobile devices like e-readers, Internet-enabled TVs, tablets, and netbooks. The content is designed to provide a deep understanding of designing connected, pervasive, and media-rich systems, making it a valuable resource for developers in the field.

The book challenges traditional ideas of context by exploring text-specific, author-specific, and literary contexts through various experiments. It introduces a distinction between 'deep' and 'broad' contexts, emphasizing the importance of understanding literature beyond mere historical frameworks. This exploration invites readers to reconsider how context shapes interpretation and meaning in literary works.

"Beginning theory has been helping students navigate through the thickets of literary and cultural theory for well over a decade now."--Back cover

Contemporary urban poetry is explored through the lens of poets who delve into the vibrancy and chaos of city life, challenging traditional critical categories that favor rural themes. By focusing on the 'mean streets' of urban environments, these poets capture the unique sounds and experiences of contemporary city living. The discussion includes a variety of poets, highlighting their contributions to the genre and the relevance of their work to an urban audience.