Автор: Highsmith Patricia Название: Diaries and Notebooks ISBN: 1474617603 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781474617604 Издательство: Orion Рейтинг: Цена: 2883.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
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'It promises to be one of the literary highlights of 2021 - publication of the diaries of Patricia Highsmith, one of the most conflicted, fascinating novelists of the 20th century' Edward Helmore, Guardian
'My secrets-the secrets that everyone has-are here, in black and white.' Published for the very first time for the centenary of her birth, Patricia Highsmith's diaries and notebooks offer an unparalleled, unforgettable insight into the life and mind of one of the 20th century's most talented, complex and fascinating writers.
Posthumously discovered in Highsmith's linen cupboard and edited down from 56 thick spiral notebooks by her devoted editor, Anna Von Planta, this one-volume assemblage of her diaries and notebooks traces Highsmith's mesmerising double life.
The diaries show Highsmith's unwavering literary ambitions - coming often at huge personal sacrifice. We see her writing the books that would make her name, including the Ripley novels which mark the apotheosis of the psychological thriller, and ThePrice of Salt (later adapted into the 2015 film Carol), one of the first mainstream novels to depict two women in love.
In these pages, we see Highsmith reflecting on good and evil, loneliness and intimacy, sexuality and sacrifice, love and murder. We see her tumultuous romantic relationships play out alongside her acquaintances with other writers including Jane Bowles, Aaron Copland, John Gielgud, Truman Capote, Carson McCullers, Arthur Koestler, and W.
H. Auden. And in her skewering of McCarthy-era America, her prickly disparagement of contemporary art, her fixation on love and writing, and ever-percolating prejudices, we see the famously secretive Highsmith revealing the roots of her psychological angst and acuity.
Written in her inimitable and dazzling prose and offering all the pleasures of Highsmith's novels, these are one of the most compulsively readable literary diaries to be published in generations - and yield, at last an unparalleled, unfiltered, unforgettable picture of this enigmatic, iconic, trailblazing author's true self.
Автор: Cabot Meg Название: From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess ISBN: 1250079845 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781250079848 Издательство: Holtzbrink(MPS)/MPS Рейтинг: Цена: 1195.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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Return to the world of Meg Cabot's bestselling and beloved Princess Diaries series in From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess--this time through the illustrated diary of a spunky new heroine: Princess Mia's long lost half-sister, Olivia
"Author Meg Cabot is ready to put her tiara back on with] a new character, Olivia Grace." --USA Today
Olivia Grace Clarisse Mignonette Harrison is a completely average twelve-year-old: average height, average weight, average brown hair of average length, average brown skin and average hazel eyes. The only things about her that aren't average are her name (too long and princess themed), her ability to draw animals (useful for her future career as a wildlife illustrator), and the fact that she is a half-orphan who has never met her father and is forced to live with her aunt and uncle (who treat her almost like their own kids, so she doesn't want to complain).
Then one completely average day, everything goes wrong: the most popular girl in school, Annabelle Jenkins, threatens to beat her up, the principal gives her a demerit, and she's knocked down at the bus stop . . .
Until a limo containing Princess Mia Thermopolis of Genovia pulls up to invite her to New York to finally meet her father, who promptly invites her to come live with him, Mia, Grandmere and her two fabulous poodles . . . .
Maybe Olivia Grace Clarisse Mignonette Harrison isn't so average after all
This is fun, illustrated middle grade--and this is the first series illustrated by Meg Cabot herself The paperback features an interview with Meg Cabot and an excerpt of the next book.
Don't miss any of the fun--check out all of the From The Notebooks of a Middle School Princess series: From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess (Book 1) Royal Wedding Disaster (Book 2) Royal Crush (Book 3) Royal Crown (Book 4)
Praise for From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess
"The nation of Genovia gains a new resident in this amusing spin-off. . . . Cabot's own black and white cartoons further enliven Olivia's entertaining and candid notebook entries, which will have readers looking forward to her future escapades." --Publishers Weekly
"Olivia, who's biracial, is a lively, engaging character whose peppy, often-wry diary-style narrative details her experiences and progressive discoveries about her background, royal life, and the true meaning of family. . . . This entertaining, quickly absorbing read will have readers anticipating the sequel." --Booklist
"This sweet and sassy spin-off featuring the younger half-sister of Princess Mia Thermopolis . . . will be a perfect fit for Fancy Nancy alumni and readers not quite ready for Cabot's longer novels." --School Library Journal
"Author Meg Cabot is ready to put her tiara back on with] a new character, Olivia Grace. She's a middle-school girl in New Jersey who discovers she is Princess Mia's long-lost half-sister. And much like her older sister, she will be thrust into the royal spotlight and will chronicle the adventure in a journal, complete with drawings." --USA Today
"Olivia has an amusing and self-deprecating wit that makes the narration breezy and accessible, and Cabot's black and white illustrations liven up the tale. Youngsters who aspire to be the next Kate Middleton will find this enchanting and perhaps instructional." --BCCB
Автор: Cabot Meg Название: Royal Crush: From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess ISBN: 1250158699 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781250158697 Издательство: Holtzbrink(MPS)/MPS Рейтинг: Цена: 1562.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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Get ready for a Royal Crush in this third book in the middle-grade Princess Diaries spin-off series, written and illustrated by New York Times-bestselling author Meg Cabot.
Olivia Grace Clarisse Mignonette Harrison is turning thirteen. Even better, she's finally starting to get the hang of this princess thing. Just in time, too, since her half-sister, Princess Mia Thermopolis, is expected to give birth to twins any day now
It's pretty much the worst time possible for a school field trip, but everyone is insisting that Olivia must attend the Royal School Winter Games. Between Grandmere chaperoning, Olivia's snobby cousin Luisa complaining about her relationship woes, and everyone insisting that Olivia has a crush on Prince Khalil (even though she isn't sure that he even wants to be friends anymore ), things are quickly turning into a royal mess
This is fun, illustrated middle grade--and this is the first series illustrated by Meg Cabot herself The paperback features an interview with Meg Cabot and an excerpt of the next book.
Praise for the From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess series:
"Author Meg Cabot is ready to put her tiara back on with] a new character." --USA Today on From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess
"The nation of Genovia gains a new resident in this amusing spin-off. . . . Cabot's own black-and-white cartoons further enliven Olivia's entertaining and candid notebook entries, which will have readers looking forward to her future escapades." --Publishers Weekly on From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess
"A sweet fantasy, both funny and highly satisfying." --Kirkus Reviews on From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess
"Readers will thrill to tag along on this festive adventure, presented as Olivia Grace's illustrated diary." --Children's Literature on Royal Wedding Disaster
"In her journal-style narrative incorporating both humorous and touching moments, likable, engaging Olivia continues to navigate the joys and challenges of being a modern-day princess." --School Library Journal on Royal Wedding Disaster
"This sweet and sassy spin-off featuring the younger half-sister of Princess Mia Thermopolis. . . . will be a perfect fit for Fancy Nancy alumni and readers not quite ready for Cabot's longer novels." --School Library Journal on From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess
Read the whole series From the Notebooks of the Middle School Princess Royal Wedding Disaster: From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess Royal Crush: From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess
You are invited to a Genovian Royal Wedding in this second book pulled From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess, a Princess Diaries spin-off series, written and illustrated by New York Times-bestselling author Meg Cabot.
Olivia Grace Clarisse Mignonette Harrison still finds it hard to believe that she's a real live PRINCESS OF GENOVIA. Not only does she get to live in an actual palace with her newly discovered family and two fabulous poodles (who all love her and think that she's anything but ordinary ), but she also gets her very own PONY
Of course, things aren't going exactly like she imagined. Her half-sister Mia is very busy learning how to take over the country while trying to plan a wedding and her father is actually getting remarried himself--to Mia's mother --and spends most of his time "renovating" the summer palace, although Grandmere says he is just hiding from the wedding preparations. Olivia hardly gets to see either of them.
Fortunately, Grandmere has her own plans for Mia's wedding, and needs Olivia's help to pull them off. Just when Olivia starts to think that things are going to work out after all, the palace is invaded by a host of new cousins and other royals who all seem to be angry at Olivia (although Grandmere says they are just jealous). As the day of the wedding gets closer and closer, Olivia becomes more and more worried.
For such a carefully planned event, it seems like a LOT of things are going wrong. . . . Can Olivia keep this royal wedding from becoming a royal disaster?
This is fun, illustrated middle grade--and this is the first series illustrated by Meg Cabot herself The paperback features an interview with Meg Cabot and an excerpt of the next book.
Don't miss any of the fun--check out all of the From The Notebooks of a Middle School Princess series: From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess (Book 1) Royal Wedding Disaster (Book 2) Royal Crush (Book 3) Royal Crown (Book 4)
Praise for the From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess series:
"In her journal-style narrative incorporating both humorous and touching moments, likable, engaging Olivia continues to navigate the joys and challenges of being a modern-day princess." --School Library Journal on Royal Wedding Disaster
"Readers will thrill to tag along on this festive adventure, presented as Olivia Grace's illustrated diary." --Children's Literature on Royal Wedding Disaster
"Author Meg Cabot is ready to put her tiara back on with] a new character." --USA Today on From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess
"The nation of Genovia gains a new resident in this amusing spin-off. . . . Cabot's own black and white cartoons further enliven Olivia's entertaining and candid notebook entries, which will have readers looking forward to her future escapades." --Publishers Weekly on From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess
"Cabot manages to combine wit and lavish details to positive effect...newcomers to the Cabot magic will be charmed. A sweet fantasy, both funny and highly satisfying." --Kirkus Reviews on From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess
"This entertaining, quickly absorbing read will have readers anticipating the sequel." --Booklist on From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess
"This sweet and sassy spin-off featuring the younger half-sister of Princess Mia Thermopolis. . . . will be a perfect fit for Fancy Nancy alumni and readers not quite ready for Cabot's longer novels." --School Library Journal on From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess
Описание: It`s the first coronation of a female monarch of Genovia in 200 years, and Her Royal Highness, Princess Olivia Grace Clarisse Mignonette Harrison, is giving you the inside scoop in this newest (illustrated!) diary!
Автор: Highsmith Patricia Название: Diaries and Notebooks ISBN: 147461759X ISBN-13(EAN): 9781474617598 Издательство: Orion Рейтинг: Цена: 4554.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: The never-seen-before diaries and notebooks of Patricia Highsmith, author of THE TALENTED MR RIPLEY and CAROL
Автор: Beckett, Samuel Название: Theatrical notebooks of samuel beckett ISBN: 0571348734 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780571348732 Издательство: Faber Рейтинг: Цена: 5280.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This volume completes the publication of this series of notebooks, the plays in question being Play, Come and Go, Eh Joe, Footfalls, That Time and What Where.
Автор: Beckett, Samuel Название: Theatrical notebooks of samuel beckett ISBN: 0571348726 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780571348725 Издательство: Faber Рейтинг: Цена: 5280.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Samuel Beckett directed Krapp`s Last Tape on four separate occasions: this volume offers a facsimile of his 1969 Schiller-Theater notebook. Professor Knowlson writes that in these notes `we see Beckett simplifying, shaping and refining, as he works towards a realization of the play that will function well dramatically.
Описание: This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. We have represented this book in the same form as it was first published. Hence any marks seen are left intentionally to preserve its true nature.
