Goliath as Gentle Giant

Goliath as Gentle Giant
Title Goliath as Gentle Giant PDF eBook
Author Jonathan L. Friedmann
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Pages 169
Release 2022-01-17
Genre Social Science
ISBN 1666904708

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In the Hebrew Bible and stories loyal to it, Goliath is the stereotypical giant of folklore: big, brash, violent, and dimwitted. Goliath as Gentle Giant sets out to rehabilitate the giant’s image by exploring the origins of the biblical behemoth, the limitations of the “underdog” metaphor, and the few sympathetic treatments of Goliath in popular media. What insights emerge when we imagine things from Goliath’s point of view? How might this affect our reading of the biblical account or its many retellings and interpretations? What sort of man was Goliath really? The nuanced portraits analyzed in this book serve as a catalyst to challenge readers to question stereotypes, reexamine old assumptions, and humanize the “other.”

Goliath

Goliath
Title Goliath PDF eBook
Author Tom Gauld
Publisher Drawn & Quarterly
Pages 97
Release 2021-05-04
Genre Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN 1770461949

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Since the 2011 release of Goliath, Tom Gauld has solidified himself as one of the world’s most revered and critically-acclaimed cartoonists working today. From his weekly strips in the Guardian and New Scientist, to his lauded graphic novels You're All Just Jealous of My Jetpack and Mooncop, Gauld’s fascination with the intersection between history, literary criticism, and pop culture has become the crux of his work. Now in paperback, with a new cover and smaller size, Goliath is a retelling of the classic myth, this time from Goliath's side of the Valley of Elah. Goliath of Gath isn't much of a fighter. He would pick admin work over patrolling in a heartbeat, to say nothing of his distaste for engaging in combat. Nonetheless, at the behest of the king, he finds himself issuing a twice-daily challenge to the Israelites: "Choose a man. Let him come to me that we may fight." Quiet moments in Goliath's life as an isolated soldier are accentuated by Gauld's trademark drawing style: minimalist scenery, geometric humans, and densely crosshatched detail. Simultaneously tragic and bleakly funny, Goliath displays a sensitive wit and a bold line--a traditional narrative reworked, remade, and revolutionized into a classic tale of Gauld’s very own.

My Father's Son

My Father's Son
Title My Father's Son PDF eBook
Author Shareen Johnstone
Publisher Xlibris Corporation
Pages 305
Release 2013-03-15
Genre Fiction
ISBN 1483605264

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The erotic conclusion to the saga of the Ashcroft family continues in 1913, as William and his sons embark on a journey that will ultimately change their lives forever. They have survived rape, murder, kidnapping and war, mice plagues, drought and the depression, but now the men are after justice and travel from Swanston on the Mighty Murray River to the mining town of Broken Hill. Ironically, they find a whole lot more than they bargained for as the Silver City surrenders its secrets.

The Reluctant Pilgrim

The Reluctant Pilgrim
Title The Reluctant Pilgrim PDF eBook
Author Donna-Vee Scott
Publisher iUniverse
Pages 114
Release 2010-10
Genre Fiction
ISBN 1450252087

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Twelve-year-old Edward is not going to America by choice. In fact, he hates the idea! What's a kid to do without friends and his dog? The answer comes soon enough. On board the Mayflower, Edward meets a new friend. Together he and Andrew spy on a sailor who would like to get rid of all Pilgrims. They discover a stow-away with a dog. Stolen food and a threatened duel add to the excitement. Danger lurks. Storms beat against the Mayflower and threaten the voyage. Sickness strikes and Edward, who wants to be a man, must find ways to help his family.

A Mother's Secret

A Mother's Secret
Title A Mother's Secret PDF eBook
Author Katie Flynn
Publisher Random House
Pages 310
Release 2024-02-29
Genre Fiction
ISBN 1804942464

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**Don't miss the incredible new book from Katie Flynn, The Winter Runaway. Available to pre-order now!** The brand new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author Though she may feel lost, she will never give up on finding the truth. . . 1941: Libby’s life on the sprawling farm at Hollybank is a far cry from the bustling streets of London where she grew up, but after the tragic death of her parents she moved to Liverpool to be closer to her long-lost aunt and uncle. When she discovers they are far from the decent people they claimed to be and have spun a web of lies about her late mother, Libby’s world is shaken. But she is determined to set the story straight and embarks on a journey to unravel the devastating secret her mother kept until her dying day. Can Libby separate the truth from the lies, and forge a brighter future for herself? ________ WHY READERS LOVE KATIE FLYNN... 'Her characters are like old friends' 'Takes you on a journey of heartbreak and joy' 'Heartwarming romance' 'Hard to put down'

Dragons

Dragons
Title Dragons PDF eBook
Author Magic Tales
Publisher Nord Alps
Pages 57
Release
Genre Juvenile Fiction
ISBN

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Welcome to Magic Tales fables book collection! Fables are brief stories passed down through generations that generally feature animals as characters and teach a moral message. For ages, these timeless tales have grabbed the imagination of readers young and old, and they remain a treasured genre of literature to this day. These fables are likely to delight and inform, whether you read them to yourself or to a child. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the wisdom and fun of these timeless tales! On this episode, we will read 10 stories a about Dragons! Enjoy :) M.S.Mazzoni Editor Magic Tales

"How Tall Are You?"

Title "How Tall Are You?" PDF eBook
Author Don Doxsie
Publisher McFarland
Pages 226
Release 2023-04-04
Genre Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN 1476649502

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Most people believe that being extremely tall would be fantastic. It isn't. It has its advantages, but it also has nearly as many disadvantages. It can be useful in basketball, business, and politics, and when friends are trying to find you in a crowded place. However. it's also inconvenient, expensive, sometimes harmful to one's health, and a little tedious to be bombarded almost daily with questions about how the weather is up there. In this book, the author takes a lighthearted look at the various aspects of extreme height, and those affected by it, from the perspective of someone who has spent the majority of his life towering above the crowd.