Google BooksWhat's It Got For Teen... Sep 26, 2009
Google Books for Classic Literature. Google Books offers the full text of the books most likely to be assigned by high school literature teachers and college professors including ancient texts (think Homer, Virgil, and Plato), classic literature (Animal Farm, Great Expectations, and 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea), and all the Shakespeare and O. Henry a teacher could assign. (Suite101.com)
Where to Read Books Online for Free Sep 21, 2009
info to find free online books at the Classic Book Library, a free online library of the world's best-loved classic literature sorted by genre. Users can read romance by Jane Austen, children's literature by Beatrix Potter and L Frank Baum, science fiction by Jules Verne, mystery books by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and more. (Suite101.com)
Lexington World War II vet stays in touch with French girl who helped him Sep 11, 2009
Most of the books were classic literature Shakespeare, Enlightenment philosophy and more. He also played a lot of chess and his barracks bordered two softball fields, giving him plenty of time for sports. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Hollywood finally takes notice of fangirls Sep 3, 2009
That loyalty and freely spending enthusiasm from female fans is something the publishing business is feeling in a major way, as the mostly female fans of Stephenie Meyers vampire-filled Twilight series are not only driving sales of that and other paranormal romances, but fangirls are even reading classic literature mentioned in Meyers stories, like Wuthering Heights, which has suddenly topped classics charts since its Twilight mention. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Movies)
An Entertaining Literary Experience -- Author Robert Blossman Provides An Escape From Idle Moments With His New Book Sep 2, 2009
Departing from serious or classic literature, Puzzles, Poems & Proper Nouns entertains readers with some light reading, inviting them to indulge in a series of mind candy. "You will, perhaps, increase your vocabulary and, maybe, just maybe, get on some quiz show and become a slumdog millionaire," says Blossman. (Primezone Releases)
•Library resources aim to aid, education community Aug 26, 2009
Whether preschoolers learning the ABCs or teens dissecting classic literature, students again are at work to improve their literacy skills. But people of all ages can benefit from a renewed focus on literacy, say officials at the Johnson County Public Library. (The Daily Journal)
Book Nook owner offers knowledge along with books Aug 25, 2009
Classic literature isn t the only genre kids are picking up. Stephanie Meyer s Twilight Saga Series has a shelf life of only a few days. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Trade Used Homeschool Curriculum an... Aug 21, 2009
Classic literature titles by Shakespeare, Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and Charlotte Bronte are good finds on the book club. Homeschoolers may wish to request Progeny Press study guides or SparkNotes for help with literature studies. (Suite101.com)
Ventress Library book group to meet Aug 18, 2009
Ventress Memorial Library in Marshfield hosts an ongoing book discussion group that seeks to delve into classic literature and find fresh insights while considering modern perspectives. The next session will meet from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 18, in the library s Historical Room. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Michael Viner, 65, publisher of audio books Aug 14, 2009
Mr. Viner said that reading classic literature helped him deal with a lonely childhood. Born Feb. 27, 1944, in Washington, D.C., he lost his businessman father to a heart attack when he was 11. (Boston Globe)
Top 10: Classic Novels Turned Into Games Aug 13, 2009
Easy -- we've assembled 10 works of classic literature that are so good they should totally be made into games so that you and your sofa-surfing friends can get a handle on some awesome authors. But first, a quick but important note. (IGN PS2)
Your sayUndercover: Productivity Commission recommends end to territorial copyright Jul 15, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald Blogs: Entertainment. Welcome to Sydney Morning Herald Online. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Classical Conversations - An Overvi... Jul 14, 2009
The upper levels focus on Saxon Math, Apologia science curriculum, classic literature, writing skills, Latin, debate, and logic and rhetoric using Socratic methods. The goals at the Challenge level are to provide homeschool students with college-prep instruction using the classical education model, and to equip parents with record keeping and transcript preparation information. (Suite101.com)
State visit notes school districts strengths Jul 7, 2009
If we have a couple of old copies of classic literature, such as The Grapes of Wrath, it isnt common sense to throw out two old versions with earlier printing dates and go out and buy the same books with newer printing dates. We could improve the average age of our collections by tossing out the oldest versions, but it doesnt change the novels. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Federal bank crackdown threatens dozens of Blaine Co. businesses Jul 5, 2009
Surrounded by leather-bound classic literature and family photos, she has been searching for a new bank that will extend her a line of credit. That financial lifeline is the only thing that could stop the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation from seizing her nationally known bookstore. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Three days until the terrible teens Jun 24, 2009
How will I ever get around to reading my People magazine if I've got to bone up on my classic literature just to chit chat with my kid. My ego is smarting, and she's not even in college yet. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
VU Campers on How I Spent my Summer Vacation Jun 18, 2009
I also read a lot of philosophy books, including Life of Pi and (author) Malcolm Gladwell and Aesops Fables for classic literature. . (VandyMania.com)
How to Find Story Ideas May 17, 2009
Or look at the themes covered in classic literature and assess how they could apply today. Aesop taught lessons with his fables. (Suite101.com)
The Brothers Bloom May 16, 2009
Stephen, who writes his cons with all the grace and symbolism of classic literature, is clearly in love with his work, both storyteller and character all at once, while Bloom seeks to lead what Stephen refers to as "an unwritten life.". And it's this basic premise ; the ability to lead a life un-scripted by family or fate ; that makes The Brothers Bloom perhaps the most entertaining and dare we say important con movie of the last several years, delivering consistently on all levels. (IGN FilmForce)
Dinty Moore's book-tour disaster story May 16, 2009
Though the main floor of this once-thriving book shop contained the finest contemporary and classic literature, it seems the second-story skin books were paying the electric bills. I won't dwell on the disappointing details of what followed. (Erie Times-News, PA)
City reading list light on the classics May 3, 2009
Mr. Hollein said Quaker Valley English teachers give Advanced Placement and honors students required reading, including classic literature, in preparation for fall classes. The English teachers council last week circulated a report in which Ms. Jago calls on her colleagues to rededicate themselves to teaching literature, saying it promotes critical thinking and gives students insight into adversity. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Local middle school gears up for literacy battle May 2, 2009
Seventh-grader Breanna Campbell explained that students chosen for the team were required to read 27 books, ranging from history to classic literature, which they will be questioned on during the Battle of the Books. The teams are also required to come up with their own questions, which will be submitted to the judges for inclusion in the competition. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Museum explores legendary life of climber Apr 19, 2009
Clyde's customary 90-pound backpacks, stuffed with cast-iron skillets, canned food, fishing reels and hardcover volumes of classic literature, written in Greek and Latin, are as legendary as his climbs. We're not talking about backpacks with fitted internal frames, foam-padded hip belts and load compression straps. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Pride and Prejudice, Now With Zombies! Apr 4, 2009
Pride and Prejudice', Now With Zombies. Pride and Prejudice, Now With Zombies. (Time.com)
Seth Grahame-Smith, Author of 'Pride and Prejudice and Zombies' Apr 3, 2009
He had these lists, and on one side he had a column of War and Peace and Crime and Punishment and Wuthering Heights and whatever public domain classic literature you can think of. And on the other side he would have these phenomena like werewolves and pirates and zombies and vampires. (Time.com)
Service greatest asset of local businesses Mar 27, 2009
The interior is a hodge-podge of best sellers, classic literature, academic texts, medieval-themed games and game figures, and signs urging support for Bridgewater-Raynham scholarships and Amnesty International. Tassinari says he has a few competitors in the area for his niche market. (Easton Journal, MA)
'The Body Broken': A Life in Pain Mar 25, 2009
She thrived as a professor of classic literature. Lynne Greenberg's memoir details how she recovered from an injury. (ABC News)
Library book group to discuss Women in Love Mar 20, 2009
Ventress Memorial Library, 15 Library Plaza, Marshfield, hosts an ongoing book discussion group that seeks to delve into classic literature and find fresh insights while considering modern-day perspectives. The next session will meet from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, in the library s Historical Room. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Child Characters of Classic Literat... Mar 15, 2009
Child Characters of Classic Literature: The Trend of Main Character Foundlings ... Child Characters of Classic Literature ... Child Characters of Classic Literature. (Suite101.com)
Should schools teach good books or good deeds? Mar 6, 2009
Is classic literature being taught less because some works have become so politicized that professors avoid teaching them for fear of criticism ... We think that the move away from teaching classic literature is reflective of our generations' interests. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Trashy book amnesty Mar 6, 2009
" Share your own dirty literary secrets, using the form below. I'd never read them in public, but on my shelves at home there's a veritable plethora of chick lit, including the entire Shopaholic series by Sophie Kinsella. That, and Take A Break magazine. Becky Simms, Witney, UK I mainly read books on dogs - memoirs, fiction (did you know there's a whole genre of "dog trainer mysteries" out there?), dog psychology and training. I also occasionally enjoy romantic mysteries (like the Harlequin... (BBC News -- UK)
Defining Sarkozy Mar 1, 2009
Nicolas Sarkozy began to read the classic literature he had previously scoffed at, he began to talk about the importance of faith in society and his explosive temper softened. "I've changed," he told stunned reporters brusquely. (BBC News)
Review: Kate Winslet plays unsettling role in ‘The Reader’ Feb 20, 2009
As foreplay, she insists on him reading aloud from classic literature. The nudity is frank, the sex more tender than titillating. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Lodi Unified School District will issue 390 lay-off notices to teachers (2902) Feb 19, 2009
Acampo_Mom wrote on Feb 19, 2009 12:10 AM:" Finallyoutoflodi...I really don't know much about Elkhorn...but wouldn't it make more sense to just have a couple of GATE classes at each school, rather than have an ENTIRE school? If students are found to be "gifted" and need more of a challenge, surely they can do the same curriculum as the rest of their peers and then also receive some advanced instruction from the GATE classes. It's not really rocket science. Or they could just do it like the rest... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Long Journeys Feel Shorter for Auto Professional Thanks to TextAloud Text to Speech Feb 12, 2009
TextAloud Software Helps Busy Professional Catch Up on Classic Literature on Commute. Clemmons, NC (PRWEB) February 12, 2009 -- In his work for a major car dealership outside of Kansas City, Gene Walker drives the new car trades from the home dealership to other dealerships across the central U.S. Since his trips delivering the cars can be anywhere from three to ten hours per trip, for entertainment on the long commutes Walker turns to TextAloud software from NextUp Technologies (). (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Mike S. Adams Feb 9, 2009
He is also an avid hunter and reader of classic literature. He published his first book, Welcome to the , in 2004. (Townhall.com)
