The story of Susanna and the Elders is one of the most interpreted and reproduced tales from the Apocrypha, and for good reason. In its compact narrative, it touches on attempted rape, female sexuality, abuse of power, punishment for the wicked, and voyeurism. The Good, the Bold, the Beautiful argues that the story of Susanna was written in the first century BCE, and Clanton provides a brief description of that century. He performs a narrative-rhetorical reading of Susanna and illustrates that the story uses sexual anxiety and desire to set up a moral dilemma for Susanna. That moral dilemma is resolved in two ways: Susanna's refusal to allow herself to be raped, and Daniel's intervention. Clanton argues that although the story has many mimetic features, it is the thematic function that is overriding, especially after Daniel's appearance. Put another way, the story's emphasis on Susanna, the Elders, and Daniel as "plausible people" is secondary to its stress on what those characters represent and the message it is relaying through those representations. Clanton analyzes chronologically selected aesthetic interpretations of the story found in the Renaissance. He shows that the prevailing artistic interpretation during the Renaissance focused on the mimetic, sexual aspects of the story because it deals with issues of patronage, and sex/gender that were current at the time. The Good, the Bold, the Beautiful argues that several Renaissance renderings provide counter readings that focus more on the value and themes in the story. These renderings provide models for readers to resist the sexually exploitative features of both the narrative and its interpretations. Clanton reflects on the need for the reader to resist potentially harmful interpretation, especially those that focus on the mimetic level of the story's rhetoric.

This special, limited edition, hard cover book is an informative and fun photographic essay that explores the richly layered history of the long-running, award winning, and the world's most watched daily drama series, The Bold and the Beautiful. The book showcases in pictorial detail the year-by-year account of the loves, lives, trials and tribulations of the Forrester, Logan, Spectra and Marone families and, of course, the world-renowned fashion houses of Forrester and Spectra. Be taken on a fascinating journey of the last twenty five years in special sections that include: Photos and commentary from the Cast with special pages dedicated to the original and still remaining four contract players, Susan Flannery, Katherine Kelly Lang, John McCook and Ronn Moss; Current, vintage and rare behind-the-scenes photos as well as gallery photography of the cast, crew and staff.

In this immersive and inspirational book, Grammy Award-nominated singer Kierra Sheard shares her hard-won advice on body positivity, spiritual self-care, goal setting, finding your joy, and living boldly in faith, empowering you to grab the life you’re meant to lead. Every one of us was born to make a difference. But do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by the things the world prioritizes, thinking you don’t match up or you don’t fit into the mold? Or do you wish you had a more supportive family, or positive role models, or access to the things you need emotionally and spiritually to keep going? Kierra Sheard sees you and will teach you how to: Identify your goals, talents, and gifts so you can survive and thrive Deal with societal expectations and focus on what really matters Truly love yourself and find out who you really are as an individual Live your faith loud and proud Inside Big, Bold, and Beautiful you’ll find: Short and easy-to-read chapters with deep advice for teens and young women on navigating life, and insightful questions to help you find your path Illustrated feature pages containing stand-alone graphics that highlight key topics for easy reference when you need a boost An ideal gift for those who need encouragement, as well as graduates getting ready for a new phase

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Brand new stories with the characters you love from THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL. Steffy is back. A year in Paris has cemented her resolve to get over Liam and her miscarriage. Resigning from Forrester Creations is her first step. She is surprised when Bill offers her a job as head of marketing and PR at Eye On Fashion. Is this what she wants? Hoping to convince her it is, Bill joins her volunteering at Daisy's. They are alone, late at night, when an earthquake strikes, and the building collapses around them. Frightened and trapped in the rubble, they become closer, and Steffy realizes she's falling in love with the last man she should. But is this an attraction born from fear, or is it something much deeper?

Prefaced by celebrated television pioneer and The Bold and the Beautiful co-creator, Lee Phillip Bell, this special, limited edition book is an informative and fun photographic essay that explores the richly layered history of the world's most watched long-running, and award winning daily drama series, The Bold and the Beautiful. The book showcases in pictorial detail a year-by-year account of the loves, lives, trials and tribulations of the Forrester, Logan, Spectra and Marone families and, of course, the world-renowned fashion houses of Forrester and Spectra. Be taken on a fascinating journey of the last twenty years in special sections that include: Photos and commentary from the cast with special pages dedicated to the original and still remaining four contract players, Susan Flannery, Katherine Kelly Lang, John McCook and Ronn Moss. Current, vintage and rare behind-the-scenes photos as well as gallery photography of the cast, crew and staff. A richly detailed tribute to the late William J. Bell, legendary creator of The Bold and the Beautiful. Detailed and entertaining sub-sections including Weddings, Remotes, Fashion, Catfights, International and Awards and Honors.