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John Payne

    John Payne était un poète et traducteur anglais, réputé pour ses traductions influentes d'œuvres classiques telles que Le Décaméron, Les Mille et Une Nuits et le Diwan de Hafez. Son implication ultérieure dans l'édition de tirages limités et la Villon Society souligne son dévouement à l'art littéraire. Payne considérait Hafez, Dante et Shakespeare comme les trois plus grands poètes du monde, témoignant de sa profonde admiration pour la tradition littéraire.

    John Payne
    Somatic Therapy
    A West Country Homecoming
    Then Comes the Flood
    Catalonia
    Le Décaméron
    Poésies
    • Villon n'a pas tant renouvelé la forme de la poésie de son époque que la façon de traiter les thèmes poétiques hérités de la culture médiévale, qu'il connaît parfaitement, et qu'il anime de sa propre personnalité.

      Poésies
    • "Toutes les fois, ô gracieuses dames, que, pensant en moi-même, je regarde combien vous êtes naturellement pitoyables, autant de fois je connais que la présente oeuvre aura, à votre jugement, fâcheux et ennuyeux commencement, aussi bien comme est douloureuse la souvenance qu'elle porte en son front de la pestilentieuse mortalité dernière, universellement dommageable à chacun qui la vit ou qui autrement la connut ; mais je ne veux pourtant que ceci vous épouvante..."

      Le Décaméron
    • Catalonia

      History and Culture

      • 324pages
      • 12 heures de lecture

      This is a comprehensive view of Catalan history and culture from its classical and medieval origins right up until 2004. Payne's personal tone brings alive highlights of Catalan history and leading personalities of its cultural life.

      Catalonia
    • Then Comes the Flood

      • 354pages
      • 13 heures de lecture

      Tragedy can strike at any given moment, and in an instant, one's life can be irrevocably changed. Megan Alladee experienced this firsthand when at age nineteen, she was sexually assaulted by a combat veteran on the day they met and became pregnant as a result. Fearing it was her only option, she got an abortion but soon became overwhelmed by the guilt of killing the baby she wanted and would have loved. Years later, Megan has founded a group that aims to eliminate abortion due to unplanned pregnancy. While on this path, tragedy strikes again and brings her into the life of Kayla Dean, who loses her seven-month-old son Danny in a traffic accident. Even amidst her overwhelming grief, Kayla begins to share with Megan about the Lord and a faith Megan never knew. Will Megan be able to reconcile her life's pain with the notion of a God who loves her yet allowed it all to happen?

      Then Comes the Flood
    • A West Country Homecoming

      • 220pages
      • 8 heures de lecture

      Exploring the concept of writing history in reverse, this book intertwines memoir and family history, rooted in North Somerset, Bath, and West Wiltshire. It delves into personal and communal narratives, highlighting the silences and omissions in our histories. Through a blend of poignant, humorous, and touching stories, the author reflects on his extended family's experiences across ten chapters, covering themes like work, education, health, housing, and religion. Over one hundred photographs enrich the narrative, bringing the past vividly to life.

      A West Country Homecoming
    • Somatic Therapy

      A Holistic Guide for Physical Mental Social Spiritual Health & Performance (Improving Mental and Physical Symptoms With Proven Strategies)

      • 192pages
      • 7 heures de lecture

      Exploring the concept of balance, this book empowers readers to unlock their hidden potential across various life aspects, including health, wealth, love, education, and career. It offers practical methods to achieve a harmonious life, guiding individuals toward personal fulfillment and success.

      Somatic Therapy
    • The Book of the Thousand Nights and One Night; In Nine Volumes

      Volume 3 - in large print

      • 496pages
      • 18 heures de lecture

      Focusing on accessibility, this book is a reproduction of a historical work presented in large print, catering specifically to individuals with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a house dedicated to making historical texts more readable, it aims to enhance the reading experience for those who may struggle with standard print sizes.

      The Book of the Thousand Nights and One Night; In Nine Volumes
    • The Book of the Thousand Nights and One Night; In Nine Volumes

      Volume 4 - in large print

      • 540pages
      • 19 heures de lecture

      This book is a reproduction of a historical work, published by Megali, a house dedicated to making literature accessible through large print editions. It aims to facilitate reading for individuals with impaired vision, ensuring that important texts remain available to a wider audience.

      The Book of the Thousand Nights and One Night; In Nine Volumes
    • The Book of the Thousand Nights and One Night; In Nine Volumes

      Volume 1 - in large print

      • 516pages
      • 19 heures de lecture

      This book is a reproduction of a historical work, published by Megali, which focuses on making literature accessible through large print editions. The initiative aims to assist individuals with impaired vision, ensuring they can enjoy reading without difficulty.

      The Book of the Thousand Nights and One Night; In Nine Volumes