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Children will collect a puzzle card for each hour of reading and activity, with each set of four cards fitting together to form a scene from folklore or classic literature. There also will be puzzles on display throughout the library, and a weekly activities designed for various age levels through Aug. 17. (Fulton Sun, MO)
American McGee and GameTap Team Up May 30, 2007
Players will interact with a cast of characters drawn straight from the annals of classic literature, but with McGee's signature dark overtones. The game combines exploration with a fighting mechanic that is said to emphasize the adage "words are weapons.". (IGN PC Games)
'God of War II,' 'The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion' May 3, 2007
Should you decide to proceed, however, you'll also find "God of War II" offers eye-catching scenery, challenging puzzles and a credible story line that draws liberally, if not always accurately, from mythology and classic literature. It is generally a stylish package that presents new characters and skills to be mastered by Kratos, including a form of ancient aerial combat fought on the backs of flying animals. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
'Rocket Mom' Book Review May 2, 2007
She plays classical music throughout the house and in the van, rides bikes with her kids, reads them classic literature, finger paints with them (in the house), keeps a color-coded calendar of kids activities on her frig, never gets mad, has a great sense of humor and looks fabulous. Now, how would you like to be her. (Suite101.com)
Fake it, for the good life Apr 27, 2007
26, 2007 12:00 AM If you're as comfortable conversing about classic literature as you are about current events, as talented at hosting a dinner party as fixing a leaky faucet, and as kind to animals and small children as you are thoughtful toward your significant other, then you're definitely in line for The Guy Who's Got It All Together Award. But if you're a stunted, stammering slob who is no good at any of those things -- but would like to appear as though you were -- the writers at www. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Elizabeth Kostova's The Historian Apr 27, 2007
Elizabeth Kostova brings Dracula to life again in a fast-paced thriller with the quality of classic literature. Some readers love the suspense of a good thriller, and others prefer to enjoy an author's linguistic talents in a literary masterpiece. (Suite101.com)
The week's best releases from the pop culture universe Apr 25, 2007
Plot was never a priority with these seedy films, but you wouldn't know it by their trailers, which spotlight bizarre sci-fi parables, James Bond spoofs, and classic literature rewrites. Of course, there's plenty of skin too. (City Pages)
'Ten 'til Noon' 4 stars Apr 20, 2007
Even classic literature has its plot-driven classics: James Fenimore Cooper's Leatherstocking Tales and Guy de Maupassant's short stories all live or die not on character development but on story line. You want to turn the page to find out what happens next. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Bookworms to reap rewards Apr 10, 2007
Classical studies senior Matt Chaldekas is a Greek and Latin classic literature book collector who placed second in last year's MSU Student Book Collection Competition. Chaldekas owns about 100 classics and spends up to $100 a month to increase his library. (The State News, MI)
Musical Storybook Apr 5, 2007
Inspired by classic literature and steering clear of overused song topics like failed relationships and lost love, the band's music explores more complex themes and even a certain level of theatrics. "It creates a new level to music," says lead vocalist and lyricist Tim Kiely, "and a lot of the best bands are able to cover that ground really well." Among the indie rock group's five members are Hamilton natives and longtime friends Mark Alu and Sean Enright, who were equally impressed by Mr.... (Hopewell Valley News, NJ)
Quick Guide and Transcript Mar 29, 2007
LLOYD: Before we go, a tale of mice and men that's not quite classic literature. Bill Exner has been waging a battle of wits with this furry opponent. (CNN -- Education)
Symphony sings Shakespeare Mar 27, 2007
"It's going to be a great performance because you get the best of both worlds. The combination of musical pieces and scenes based on such classic literature is amazing.". In addition to the NVS performance, pianist Alvin Zhu, winner of the 2007 Ann Keller Young Soloist Competition, will play a piece called Presto-Molto allegro e vivace by Mendelssohn. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Wes Craven Reveals What Scares Him — And One Shocking Upcoming Project Mar 14, 2007
I didn't grow up on movies because I was raised in a very strict family my influences were classic literature, of all things so I don't have a lot of, "Oh, I want to do that." I'm not saying [adaptations and remakes] aren't great things I thought "Sin City" was just fabulous, it really expanded the boundaries of film in a really fascinating way. But it's not the area I really know. (VHI.com -- Music News)
New DVDs: Borat, Peter Pan Mar 7, 2007
Literary Classics CollectionThree decades of films adapted from classic literature debut on DVD. The five-disc set includes Vincente Minnellis 1949 rendition of Gustave Flauberts Madame Bovary, with Jennifer Jones as the doomed adulteress. Also in the set: the 1948 take on Alexandre Dumas The Three Musketeers, starring Gene Kelly as the dashing DArtagnan; 1962s Billy Budd, with Robert Ryan and Peter Ustinov in an adaptation of Herman Melvilles shipboard... (MSNBC -- Movies)
Music's Shining Light Mar 4, 2007
As dramatic adaptations of classic literature go, Virginia Woolf's 1927 novel "To the Lighthouse" is a tough nut to crack. It's made up almost entirely of introspection, jumping from one character's head to another with very little actual behavior along the way. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Britons still love classic literature, poll shows Mar 1, 2007
Last Update: Friday, March 2, 2007. Jane Austen's Pride And Prejudice has topped a poll of Britons' 100 favourite books, indicating the country still believes its classic novels are a good read. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Offbeat)
Family Hands Off Its Business, and Its Philosophy Feb 24, 2007
So, the company hired a local philosophy professor, a man who also spends time tutoring convicts at a nearby state prison in classic literature and other topics, to help groom six hired managers to become, well, more Padnos-like. What does that mean. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Classic Books for Children Online Feb 18, 2007
The offers a broad collection of resources and online texts of children s classic literature including works from the period from 1880 to 1922. With 221 books and 4605 stories provided in a variety genres and age ranges, this is an excellent guide for parents and teachers who strive to present classics to today's children. (Suite101.com)
Superheroes for a complex world Feb 9, 2007
"Because of the internet, words are boring on the screen. So a lot of [young] people are drawn to the visual stimulation of manga ... it's not necessarily heavy reading, which is why people can come to it. It's not classic literature, but it actually deals with the same themes.". And it is not just booksellers rubbing their hands with glee. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
- Where Are They Now - Terrence Jones [+] Feb 9, 2007 A 'WoW' of a week for gaming Jan 31, 2007 Intro to Young Adult Literature Jan 27, 2007 Inside Politics (Greg Pierce) Jan 16, 2007 Growing up without prejudice Jan 14, 2007 Sale provides new chapter Jan 14, 2007 Read Shakespeare, boost the brain! » Jan 13, 2007 Schemel Forum fills the gaps in learning Jan 7, 2007 Movie File: 'Ocean's Thirteen,' Alicia Keys, Robert De Niro & More Jan 3, 2007
- As he stands at the blackboard of his freshman English class at Marion Abramson Senior High School in New Orleans East, all eyes are on first-year teacher Terrence Jones as he explains how to diagram sentences, interpret poetry and understand classic literature. His athletic frame and booming voice command the attention of his students as he attempts to leave a lasting mark on the youths enrolled in his classes, and along the way, change the way the nation perceives the New Orleans public... (Tulanegreenwave.com)
This Week in Games Feb 4, 2007
Benedict said parents need to take the joysticks out of children's hands and expose them to classic literature, fine arts and "uplifting music.". So, Harry Potter, SpongeBob and Fergie you're on notice too. (FOX News)
Benedict said parents need to take the joysticks out of children's hands and expose them to classic literature, fine arts and "uplifting music." So, Harry Potter, SpongeBob and Fergie, you're on notice too. NO PRIZE: The Interactive Achievement Awards, which have been presented for 10 years now by the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences, were once considered the most prestigious prizes for computer- and video-game designers. (USA Today -- Tech)
Young adult literature is not classic literature written by dead white men, Dr. Wallace told me ... Before I began working with Dr. Wallace, I was the classic literature snob when it came to YAL. I had the same misconceptions as so many others young adult literature is silly; it s simple; it s childish; it s of poor quality; it doesn t incorporate traditional genres; it doesn t require any thought to read; and, overall, YAL doesn t add anything to the reading education of a young reader. (Suite101.com)
Inside Politics - Nation/Politics - The Washington Times, America's Newspaper. January 15, 2007 Nation/Politics. (Washington Times, DC)
When I was at a tender age, my father decided to apply classic literature as his method of choice for child rearing. When I got out of line, he'd hit me with a hefty dose of Shakespearean metaphor. (Orlando Sentinel -- Opinion)
Amy McLachlan of Burlington was looking for "hard to find books on language, history and classic literature," she said. She had found at least four books that interested her. (The Hawk Eye)
Read Shakespeare, boost the brain. Friday, January 12, 2007. (Hindustan Times, India)
He mentioned, as an example, that he had never read certain works of classic literature, like The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri. Others chimed in that they would love to read it. (Scranton Times, PA)
OK, so you're more into movies than classic literature but with recent film versions of "Pride & Prejudice," "Emma," "Sense & Sensibility" and "Persuasion," you should still be able to keep up with "The Jane Austen Book Club," the next movie from red-hot "The Devil Wears Prada" co-star Emily Blunt. Co-starring Maria Bello and Maggie Grace, the flick follows six Californians as they discover that their personal love lives parallel the books of the famed author they've assembled to discuss. (VHI.com -- Music News)
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