The panel discusses the closing chapters of the novel, with special attention to the quasi-reformation of Willoughby's character, the depths of villainy attained by Lucy Steele, the triumph of Col. Brandon, and Elinor's emotional displays: grief and joy.Continue reading

O Autores e Livros desta semana reúne obras que convidam à reflexão sobre preconceito, identidade, espiritualidade e cultura brasileira. O destaque é a entrevista com a escritora Fernanda Hamann, autora de Zuca (Editora Urutau), romance que acompanha uma advogada brasileira que, ao se mudar para Portugal após ser acusada de racismo, passa a enfrentar a xenofobia dirigida aos imigrantes brasileiros. A autora conversa sobre a construção dessa narrativa marcada por desconfortos, contradições e

In this second half of my review of James C. Scott's Against the Grain, I explore his arguments about the origin of the state and the "golden age for barbarians".

A fun chat with Daniel Kraus all about his new book Partially Devoured: How Night of the Living Dead Saved My Life and Changed the World, his obsession with the movie, independent video rental stores, and the best thing about black and white movies. Plus – Dave is heavily invested in Senior Assassin. ITUNES – … Continue reading Braaaains With Daniel Kraus

Hosszabb kihagyás után újra jelentkezünk, méghozzá egy olyan témával, amelyről már jó ideje szerettünk volna beszélgetni: a late night talk show, azaz a késő esti beszélgetős műsor műfaja kerül most terítékre. Mi régóta szívesen nézünk ilyen műsorokat, de a téma most még aktuálisabb, ugyanis nemrég ért véget egyik kedvencünk, Stephen Colbert late night műsora és … Bővebben: Late night talk show – a 282. epizód

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In this episode, I talk with drinks writer Henry Jeffreys about how John le Carré used various alcoholic beverages in his work. We talk about Henry’s interactions with le Carré while he working in publishing, le Carré’s legacy and what goes into the drink called a White Lady. In addition, we explore different types of […]

The panel discusses chapters 30–39, with the unveiling of secrets including Edward and Lucy's engagement, and Colonel Brandon's connexion to Willoughby, and featuring a discussion of Colonel Brandon's good character and Willoughby's extravagant villainy.Continue reading

Welcome back, Cromrades! This week, we take a look at the second section of Neuromancer, titled The Shopping Expedition. Time to gear up for a job - but what gear do we need? And what additions to the party are we making? How about a mind reading illusionist and a ghost within a phylactery? Sounds like a fantasy story, but when Gibson applies his signature cyberpunk style it adds another layer of cool to the story. Join us, won't you?One Things Jon: Dead Man's Wire, a film worth checking

A fun chat with Shelley Noble all about her new book The Sisters of Book Row, the Comstock Laws, rare books, and her unique approach to visualizing her settings. Plus – Dave is gearing up for opening night for Mamma Mia! ITUNES – SPOTIFY

It’s been hinted at once or twice on A Damn Fine Cup of Culture: we do like a good whodunnit, and we especially like a good cosy – or sometimes less cosy – crime. So it’s high time we assemble… Continue reading →

O Autores e Livros desta semana apresenta uma edição especial dedicada às férias escolares, com sugestões de leitura para crianças e adolescentes. O programa reúne obras que estimulam a imaginação, valorizam a diversidade, despertam a consciência ambiental e incentivam o hábito da leitura desde a infância. O destaque é a entrevista com a escritora Giu Yukari Murakami, autora de “Flauta de Bambu” (Editora Rocco). A autora fala sobre o romance que mistura cultura japonesa e amazônica na aventura de

After enjoying Scott's take on anarchism we can move onto his penultimate book, a text exploring the origins of agriculture and the impact it has on human beings. We will be taking a closer look at his arguments and other perspectives on early agricultural societies when we read The Dawn of Everything, but for now let's enjoy the first half of Against the Grain.

The panel discusses chapters 18–29, with a omparison of the relationship of Elinore and Edward versus that of Marianne and Willoughby, a discussion of the role of leisure or industry in happiness, and a consideration of the failures of civility on show.Continue reading

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O Autores e Livros desta semana reúne lançamentos e sugestões de leitura que transitam entre a crítica social, a fantasia, a poesia, a memória e a valorização da cultura brasileira. Entre os destaques está “O País dos Canibais Embriagados”, de Turíbio Silveira Neto, romance que utiliza a sátira política para refletir sobre crises sociais e institucionais contemporâneas. A edição também apresenta a adaptação em quadrinhos de “O Falso Francês”, de Ítalo Damasceno. A HQ transforma em imagens a

My review of James C. Scott's short book Two Cheers for Anarchism. The book is a great introduction to Scott's ideas and a useful guide to putting an anarchist perspective on the world we live in.

A journeyman creator and jack of all trades whose build an immersive fictional world pops in to discuss his work! Braxton A. Cosby is an award-winning author, health professional, and the CEO of Cosby Media Productions. A Doctor of Physical Therapy by trade, he has authored over 20 novels and is credited with pioneering the "Sci-Fance" genre, which blends science fiction with romance. His most notable literary work includes the acclaimed Star-Crossed Saga and the superhero series The Cape. Be...

The panel discusses the first seventeen chapters of Sense and Sensibility, with special attention given to contemporary inheritance law, the character faults of the Dashwoods, and the opposition between Elinore's 'sense' and her family's 'sensibility'.Continue reading