Steven Moore Livres

In 1989, Steven Moore published the first scholarly study of all three of William Gaddis's novels and since then it has been generally regarded as the best book on this difficult but major writer's work. This revised and expanded edition includes new chapters on the novels Gaddis published after 1989, the National Book Award-winning A Frolic of His Own and the posthumous novella Agape Agape, along with updated introductory and concluding chapters. This introduction offers a clear discussion of all five of Gaddis's novels, providing essential biographical information, two chapters each on his most significant novels, The Recognitions and J R, and a chapter each devoted to his later three novels. A concluding chapter locates his place in American literature and notes his influence on younger writers. Each chapter focuses on the main themes of each novel and discusses the literary techniques Gaddis deployed to dramatize those themes. Since Gaddis is an erudite, allusive novelist, Moore clarifies his references and explains how they enhance his themes.

The narrative follows a young boy named Theodore Thumbs as he navigates the challenges of friendship and bullying at school. A yellow balloon serves as a pivotal symbol, bridging the gap between Theodore and a school bully, ultimately leading to an unexpected and transformative friendship. This enchanting tale explores themes of connection, acceptance, and the power of kindness in overcoming differences.

Exploring the significance of rural places, the collection of essays delves into the transformative power of geography and personal history. Steven Moore reflects on his experiences as a soldier and civilian, highlighting the disconnection felt between various groups, including veterans and nonveterans, as well as across political and regional divides. Through his contemplative writing, he examines how our origins shape our identities and the lasting impact of the places we inhabit, creating a profound meditation on belonging and the human experience.

At 7.30am on 1st July 1916, 60,000 men climbed out of their trenches, across No-Man's-Land and into the history books. The Battle of the Somme, which was to rage for four and a half months, would involve every Irish battalion on the Western Front. This is an invaluable guide for the armchair enthusiast and those visiting the battlefields.

Seventeen men, who paid for their crimes on the gallows, have been buried at Crumlin Road Gaol between 1854 and 1961. This is the story of execution in Belfast and of the men who were prepared to take a life; of the men, women and children who were their victims; and the hangmen. Often sad and gruesome, but fascinating true crime stories.

Conceived as non-sectarian and non-political the YCV was, in stages: a youth movement with national aspirations; a paramilitary body prepared to take up arms; and core of a British Army military unit fighting in most 1916 -7 battles. Dubbed 'Chocolate Soldiers' and 'odd men out', their story is told via photos and the words of the men themselves.

In 100 stories, one for every year that has passed since the Great War, this collection provides snapshots of how Ireland and its people, at home and scattered across the world, were affected by, and had an effect on, the conflict that changed the world forever.