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Finalist, Minnesota Book Awards. The spirit of Minnesota lives in many things. It is a radiant dawn breaking through the pines of the North Woods. It is the unceasing pounding of waves on the rocky North Shore of Lake Superior. It is the delicate fragrance of prickly wild roses in the Heartland. It is the timeless flow of the Mississippi River carving its way through the Bluff Country. It is the wind through the tall grasses of the Prairie region. This is the spirit of the land that is Minnesota. Minnesota: The Spirit of the Land is the first collaboration between Douglas Wood, author of the ward-winning Old Turtle, and photographer Greg Ryan. It is a tribute to the state's enduring heritage a look at the soul of the state's wilderness and what that spirit means to its people.

The role of Western international broadcasters is explored, highlighting their use of propaganda and information to contribute to the collapse of Soviet communism and the conclusion of the Cold War. The book examines how these media outlets influenced public perception and political dynamics during a pivotal historical period.

Exploring the intricacies of storytelling, the author delves into the mechanics of fiction, offering insights into narrative structure, character development, and thematic depth. The book serves as both a guide and a reflection on the art of writing, making it invaluable for aspiring authors and literature enthusiasts alike. Through clear examples and engaging analysis, it illuminates how fiction operates and the techniques that can enhance a writer's craft.

James Wood, a history professor at the University of Victoria, explores significant military narratives through his works. His notable titles include an examination of the First Special Service Force during World War II, highlighting the collaboration between Canada and the United States, as well as a detailed account of German Army Group B's operations from Normandy to the West Wall. Wood's expertise brings depth to these historical accounts, offering insights into the complexities of wartime strategies and alliances.

This Tiny Folio book highlights some of the most celebrated European and American paintings from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries that are part of the permanent collection at The Art Institute of Chicago.

The story follows college student Nica Mitchell, whose aspirations of becoming a professional writer are derailed by her mother's sudden death and her father's cancer diagnosis. Returning home to care for her ailing father after a near-death experience, Nica uncovers a dark family secret that profoundly alters her life. This journey explores themes of grief, revelation, and the complexities of familial bonds in the face of mortality.

Exploring a diverse array of literary figures from Jane Austen to John Updike, this collection of essays offers a fresh perspective on humanist criticism. The author emphasizes literature's connection to the soul and its resonance with human appetites and identities. His rigorous analysis uncovers the enduring value of these works, reflecting on the mysterious human impulses that have captivated readers throughout generations. This groundbreaking collection marks the emergence of a significant voice in American literary criticism.

The selected essays of James Wood - our greatest living literary critic and author of How Fiction Works'James Wood is a close reader of genius...

When James Wood's first collection of essays, The Broken Estate, was published in 1999, the reviewers hailed a master critic.