Seminar paper from the year 2003 in the subject American Studies - Culture and Applied Geography, grade: A-, San Francisco State University (Ethnic Studies), course: Asian American Literature and the Arts, language: English, abstract: What is Literature ? According to the American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, the term Literature is defined as ¿Imaginative or creative writing, especially of recognized artistic value: ¿Literature must be an analysis of experience and a synthesis of the findings into a unity¿ (Rebecca West).¿ The Collins English Dictionary describes it as ¿written material such as poetry, novels, essays, etc., esp. works of imagination characterized by excellence of style and expression and by themes of general or enduring interest.¿ The emphasis in the first definition lies in the words ¿of recognized artistic value.¿ However, in my opinion, what makes literature in the sense of ¿printed material¿ Literature is not necessarily the recognition of its artistic value. As far as the second definition is concerned, ¿by excellence of style and expression and by themes of general or enduring interest¿ seems of primary importance. In opposition to this view, I believe that neither excellence of style and expression nor themes of general interest are necessarily characteristic for what should be considered Literature. In my understanding, everything that addresses our emotions, that makes us feel for one moment with a situation described is of ¿artistic value,¿ and that things that are not of general interest and may not excel in style and expression can still be equal to the ¿Great Literature¿ recognized by the academic and literary world. Critics have long considered Toshio Mori¿s work ¿overly sentimental and poorly plotted [¿ and] full of grammatical errors.¿ [...]

Seminar paper from the year 2003 in the subject American Studies - Culture and Applied Geography, grade: A-, San Francisco State University (Ethnic Studies), course: Asian American Literature and the Arts, language: English, abstract: What is Literature ? According to the American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, the term Literature is defined as ¿Imaginative or creative writing, especially of recognized artistic value: ¿Literature must be an analysis of experience and a synthesis of the findings into a unity¿ (Rebecca West).¿ The Collins English Dictionary describes it as ¿written material such as poetry, novels, essays, etc., esp. works of imagination characterized by excellence of style and expression and by themes of general or enduring interest.¿ The emphasis in the first definition lies in the words ¿of recognized artistic value.¿ However, in my opinion, what makes literature in the sense of ¿printed material¿ Literature is not necessarily the recognition of its artistic value. As far as the second definition is concerned, ¿by excellence of style and expression and by themes of general or enduring interest¿ seems of primary importance. In opposition to this view, I believe that neither excellence of style and expression nor themes of general interest are necessarily characteristic for what should be considered Literature. In my understanding, everything that addresses our emotions, that makes us feel for one moment with a situation described is of ¿artistic value,¿ and that things that are not of general interest and may not excel in style and expression can still be equal to the ¿Great Literature¿ recognized by the academic and literary world. Critics have long considered Toshio Mori¿s work ¿overly sentimental and poorly plotted [¿ and] full of grammatical errors.¿ [...]

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Your success hinges on your ability to communicate clearly and compellingly. If you read nothing else on communication, read this book. We've chosen a new selection of current and classic Harvard Business Review articles that will help you speak more authentically, express your ideas with clarity and impact, and win over your audience. This book will inspire you to: Ask better questions to get more out of every discussion Listen for emotions and cues, not just facts Use visuals persuasively and effectively Sharpen your business writing to ensure your message sticks Manage negative emotions during stressful conversations Encourage constructive debate by cultivating psychological safety This collection of articles includes "The Necessary Art of Persuasion," by Jay A. Conger; "The Surprising Power of Questions," by Alison Wood Brooks and Leslie K. John; "Taking the Stress Out of Stressful Conversations," by Holly Weeks; "How Supportive Leaders Approach Emotional Conversations," by Sarah Noll Wilson; "The Science of Strong Business Writing," by Bill Birchard; "Did You Get My Slack/Email/Text?," by Erica Dhawan; "Visualizations That Really Work," by Scott Berinato; "How to Become an Authentic Speaker," by Nick Morgan; "What People Get Wrong About Psychological Safety," by Amy C. Edmondson and Michaela J. Kerrissey; "What's the Best Way to Communicate on a Global Team?," by Dan Bullock and Raúl Sánchez; "Are You Really a Good Listener?," by Jeffrey Yip and Colin M. Fisher; "What People Still Get Wrong About Negotiations," by Max H. Bazerman; and "Cultivating Everyday Courage," by James R. Detert. HBR's 10 Must Reads are definitive collections of classic ideas, practical advice, and essential thinking from the pages of Harvard Business Review. Exploring topics like disruptive innovation, emotional intelligence, and new technology in our ever-evolving world, these books empower any leader to make bold decisions and inspire others. This Updated and Expanded edition features new, breakthrough articles, additional short-form pieces, and a detailed discussion guide to give you and your team the tools you need for sustained success.

Your success hinges on your ability to communicate clearly and compellingly. If you read nothing else on communication, read this book. We've chosen a new selection of current and classic Harvard Business Review articles that will help you speak more authentically, express your ideas with clarity and impact, and win over your audience. This book will inspire you to: Ask better questions to get more out of every discussion Listen for emotions and cues, not just facts Use visuals persuasively and effectively Sharpen your business writing to ensure your message sticks Manage negative emotions during stressful conversations Encourage constructive debate by cultivating psychological safety This collection of articles includes "The Necessary Art of Persuasion," by Jay A. Conger; "The Surprising Power of Questions," by Alison Wood Brooks and Leslie K. John; "Taking the Stress Out of Stressful Conversations," by Holly Weeks; "How Supportive Leaders Approach Emotional Conversations," by Sarah Noll Wilson; "The Science of Strong Business Writing," by Bill Birchard; "Did You Get My Slack/Email/Text?," by Erica Dhawan; "Visualizations That Really Work," by Scott Berinato; "How to Become an Authentic Speaker," by Nick Morgan; "What People Get Wrong About Psychological Safety," by Amy C. Edmondson and Michaela J. Kerrissey; "What's the Best Way to Communicate on a Global Team?," by Dan Bullock and Raúl Sánchez; "Are You Really a Good Listener?," by Jeffrey Yip and Colin M. Fisher; "What People Still Get Wrong About Negotiations," by Max H. Bazerman; and "Cultivating Everyday Courage," by James R. Detert. HBR's 10 Must Reads are definitive collections of classic ideas, practical advice, and essential thinking from the pages of Harvard Business Review. Exploring topics like disruptive innovation, emotional intelligence, and new technology in our ever-evolving world, these books empower any leader to make bold decisions and inspire others. This Updated and Expanded edition features new, breakthrough articles, additional short-form pieces, and a detailed discussion guide to give you and your team the tools you need for sustained success.

**PHENOMENAL INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER - 140+ WEEKS IN CHART** **800,000 COPIES SOLD** **Now includes a free guided meditation, exclusive to readers to support confidence-building** 'A fabulous handbook for building self-confidence, both at home and at work.' Sara Davies, TV presenter and entrepreneur 'These irresistible nuggets of wisdom are inspiring and reassuring in their simplicity.' Viv Groskop, author of How to Own the Room Discover the bestselling personal development guide designed to help you feel confident, exude calm, establish boundaries, and live an easier, more self-determined life. Often, just one line can turn a difficult situation around or stop trouble in its tracks: I decide who pushes my buttons. I'll forgive myself right now. I'm sorry if I gave you the impression you could talk to me like that. I understand you completely, and I would like something else. This isn't against you, it's for me. Drawing on more than two decades' experience as a leadership and life coach, Karin Kuschik demonstrates how a well-chosen sentence can provide much-needed clarity, offering up an effective solution even in the heat of the moment. Combining entertaining storytelling with practical tips and examples, Karin shows how purposeful words can have a freeing effect, how they make us strong, calm and confident, ready to win respect, meet challenges and take control. Whether you're searching for the right words to resolve a situation at work or at home, this toolkit of small but mighty sentences will empower you to stay calm, gain respect and take control of whatever life throws at you. 'This book delivers smart, concise mantras to navigate life's toughest moments. Each one is simple, powerful, and ready to apply to your daily challenges. Unlock the tools to stay calm, focused, and consistent with your goals. Life could be so easy.' Rolf Dobelli, author of The Art of Thinking Clearly ' Normally I'm allergic to self-help books but there's something very bracing in Kuschik's insistence on authenticity - avoiding white lies that only stress us out and fog our minds.' The Times 'This book is absolutely fascinating! Karin tells some amazing stories to help us get to the point and to actually use these sentences. That's what I love about it' BBC Radio Wales ----- READERS LOVE 50 SENTENCES THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER "Consciously deciding how I deal with my thoughts and emotions has fundamentally changed-and eased-my life." - Alexandra "'I think this issue is yours' helped me again yesterday. I would've been offended in the past. Now I just say it and I was able to leave the situation gracefully." - Jasmin "I work as a nurse in a hospital and recently had an unpleasant moment with a patient. The sentence 'I decide who pushes my buttons¿ popped into my head. I just said it out loud. Everyone looked stunned-and then we all laughed. It felt really good." - Angie "I used to be unable to express my needs without feeling guilty. Now I often say: 'This isn't against you. It's for me.' That takes the sting out of many situations and helps me stay centered." - Dani "I'm getting better and better at setting clear and confident boundaries." - Caro "Recently I went to a family gathering with my boyfriend. When my homophobic uncle started up again, I said: 'I'm sorry if I gave you the impression you could talk to me like that.' For the first time ever, he went silent. All evening long. What a relief!" - Robert "Last week I got an email calling me a horrible person. I replied with a heartfelt 'Speedy recovery¿-and received multiple apologies in return. That just shows how powerful Karin's sentences are and how important a shift in attitude can be. I'm a huge fan!" - Sylke

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A sizzling Regency romance for fans of strong heroines, brooding heroes, and love that defies the odds. She was supposed to be the conquered... but she became the conqueror. When Mary Marlow elopes with the infamous rogue, Lord Andrew Framlington, the scandal sets society against them. Her family, too, are quick to condemn their union. Was falling for Drew worth the risk of losing the life she knew? Hardened by the rejection and scandal, Drew seems to pull away from his new bride. But he is unprepared for the passionate fight this genteel young woman puts up to win his heart, as Mary turns the art of seduction against the man who once seduced her. Is love the most dangerous, reckless game of all? The second novel in the addictive Regency romance series The Marlow Family Secrets, for fans of Beverley Watts, Eloisa James and Bridgerton. Perfect for readers who love STEAMY, SPICY historical and regency romance. 'If you like a tortured hero (I do) then this one is definitely for you.' 5-star reader review 'This is a MUST READ!! This Rogue is an original!!' 5-star reader review 'Heartwrenching... you can't help but love both these characters' 5-star reader review 'A real page turner!' 5-star reader review Praise for Jane Lark's historical romances: 'Beautifully descriptive, emotional and can I say, just plain delicious reading?' My Devastating Reads 'What a brilliant read!! Jane Lark has an incredible talent to draw the reader in from the first page... It's a display of raw emotion, drama and intimacy.' Cosmo Chicklitan

Embrace the scrappy side of creativity and turn your treasured junk into a charming book of memories. If you’re more interested in treasuring keepsakes than crafting them to perfection, the mindful practice of junk journaling is for you. In Creative Junk Journaling, Natasha Ahmed (@natashahmedx) shows you how to create your own less-polished scrapbook, transforming “junk” into playful works of art that capture moments big and small. Random objects—sticky notes, flower petals, ticket stubs, receipts, stickers, photos, and more—now have a place in your journal with this accessible and crafty how-to guide. Follow guided prompts and crafts to craft your own junk journal, including advice on what items to gather, stickers to collect, paper to find, notebooks to use, digital software to try, and more. Creative Junk Journaling is not only an accessible guide for beginner crafters with materials to get started, but for expert crafters, it’s an opportunity to discover new techniques, amazing crafts, inspiring prompts, and materials for your projects . Explore helpful tips and content, including: 20 inspiring junk-journal prompts , like travel memories, “What’s In My Bag;” and vision boards. 5 creative crafts to customize every day objects, such as phone cases and makeup tins. 2 sticker pages full of customized art by Natasha. 12 pages of collage images to cut out and paste into your junk journal. 9 pages of backing paper to use as backgrounds or frames for photos. A guide to digital journaling for those who don’t collect everyday tokens but still want to collect memories. As you immerse yourself in the process, free from judgment and the mind-numbing screen, you will discover a nurturing new way to unwind and express yourself. By taking time to slow down, look around you, and connect with your emotions, you can find and appreciate the small joys in everyday life. The pleasure of junk journaling lies in the act itself. Enjoy a fresh take on journaling as you write down your thoughts and capture extraordinary memories with ordinary ephemera.

Embrace the scrappy side of creativity and turn your treasured junk into a charming book of memories. If you’re more interested in treasuring keepsakes than crafting them to perfection, the mindful practice of junk journaling is for you. In Creative Junk Journaling, Natasha Ahmed (@natashahmedx) shows you how to create your own less-polished scrapbook, transforming “junk” into playful works of art that capture moments big and small. Random objects—sticky notes, flower petals, ticket stubs, receipts, stickers, photos, and more—now have a place in your journal with this accessible and crafty how-to guide. Follow guided prompts and crafts to craft your own junk journal, including advice on what items to gather, stickers to collect, paper to find, notebooks to use, digital software to try, and more. Creative Junk Journaling is not only an accessible guide for beginner crafters with materials to get started, but for expert crafters, it’s an opportunity to discover new techniques, amazing crafts, inspiring prompts, and materials for your projects . Explore helpful tips and content, including: 20 inspiring junk-journal prompts , like travel memories, “What’s In My Bag;” and vision boards. 5 creative crafts to customize every day objects, such as phone cases and makeup tins. 2 sticker pages full of customized art by Natasha. 12 pages of collage images to cut out and paste into your junk journal. 9 pages of backing paper to use as backgrounds or frames for photos. A guide to digital journaling for those who don’t collect everyday tokens but still want to collect memories. As you immerse yourself in the process, free from judgment and the mind-numbing screen, you will discover a nurturing new way to unwind and express yourself. By taking time to slow down, look around you, and connect with your emotions, you can find and appreciate the small joys in everyday life. The pleasure of junk journaling lies in the act itself. Enjoy a fresh take on journaling as you write down your thoughts and capture extraordinary memories with ordinary ephemera.

"Translated with both grace and precision, the poems are elegant expressions of the depth of human emotion." --William Scott Wilson, renowned translator of Japanese literature In the pale dawn your coldness as we parted froze my heart-- nothing now so chills me as morning's early light -- Mibu no Tadamine Experience Japan's most celebrated anthology of poetry with this completely new translation of the Hyakunin Isshu ("A Hundred Poems by a Hundred Poets"). This timeless collection, compiled by the esteemed poet Fujiwara no Teika in the 13th century, features works by 100 poets from the 7th and 8th centuries and remains widely read across Japan to this day. These evocative poems provide a window into the daily life of ancient Japan, exploring universal themes such as love, loneliness, aging, and the beauty of nature--topics that continue to resonate with readers today. Poets featured in this collection include: Sei Shonagon, author of The Pillow Book Lady Murasaki Shikibu, author of The Tale of Genji Emperor Go-toba, ruler of Japan from 1193-1198 Sugiwara no Michizane, renowned Confucian scholar Each poem is presented in the original Japanese script, with Romanized versions and English translations for easy reading. The introduction by translator Michael Freiling provides essential context, an overview of the poets, and insights into the enduring popularity of the Hyakunin Isshu in Japan. This beautifully designed hardcover edition is illustrated with full-color woodblock prints by famous 19th-century artists Hiroshige, Kuniyoshi, and Kunisada, enhancing the visual and cultural richness of the collection. Plus, free online audio recordings of all the poems are available in both Japanese and English, allowing you to hear these timeless verses in their original form. A perfect gift for lovers of Japanese culture, poetry, and art, this edition of Hyakunin Isshu is an invaluable addition to any bookshelf.

"In all my years studying personal growth, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is one of the most useful tools I've ever come across, and in this book, Dr. Hayes describes it with more depth and clarity than ever before."-Mark Manson, #1 New York Times best-selling author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck Life is not a problem to be solved. ACT shows how we can live full and meaningful lives by embracing our vulnerability and turning toward what hurts. In this landmark book, the originator and pioneering researcher into Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) lays out the psychological flexibility skills that make it one of the most powerful approaches research has yet to offer. These skills have been shown to help even where other approaches have failed. Science shows that they are useful in virtually every area--mental health (anxiety, depression, substance abuse, eating disorders, PTSD); physical health (chronic pain, dealing with diabetes, facing cancer); social processes (relationship issues, prejudice, stigma, domestic violence); and performance (sports, business, diet, exercise). How does psychological flexibility help? We struggle because the problem-solving mind tells us to run from what causes us fear and hurt. But we hurt where we care. If we run from a sense of vulnerability, we must also run from what we care about. By learning how to liberate ourselves, we can live with meaning and purpose, along with our pain when there is pain. Although that is a simple idea, it resists our instincts and programming. The flexibility skills counter those ingrained tendencies. They include noticing our thoughts with curiosity, opening to our emotions, attending to what is in the present, learning the art of perspective taking, discovering our deepest values, and building habits based around what we deeply want. Beginning with the epiphany Steven Hayes had during a panic attack, this book is a powerful narrative of scientific discovery filled with moving stories as well as advice for how we can put flexibility skills to work immediately. Hayes shows how allowing ourselves to feel fully and think freely moves us toward commitment to what truly matters to us. Finally, we can live lives that reflect the qualities we choose.

"In all my years studying personal growth, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is one of the most useful tools I've ever come across, and in this book, Dr. Hayes describes it with more depth and clarity than ever before."-Mark Manson, #1 New York Times best-selling author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck Life is not a problem to be solved. ACT shows how we can live full and meaningful lives by embracing our vulnerability and turning toward what hurts. In this landmark book, the originator and pioneering researcher into Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) lays out the psychological flexibility skills that make it one of the most powerful approaches research has yet to offer. These skills have been shown to help even where other approaches have failed. Science shows that they are useful in virtually every area--mental health (anxiety, depression, substance abuse, eating disorders, PTSD); physical health (chronic pain, dealing with diabetes, facing cancer); social processes (relationship issues, prejudice, stigma, domestic violence); and performance (sports, business, diet, exercise). How does psychological flexibility help? We struggle because the problem-solving mind tells us to run from what causes us fear and hurt. But we hurt where we care. If we run from a sense of vulnerability, we must also run from what we care about. By learning how to liberate ourselves, we can live with meaning and purpose, along with our pain when there is pain. Although that is a simple idea, it resists our instincts and programming. The flexibility skills counter those ingrained tendencies. They include noticing our thoughts with curiosity, opening to our emotions, attending to what is in the present, learning the art of perspective taking, discovering our deepest values, and building habits based around what we deeply want. Beginning with the epiphany Steven Hayes had during a panic attack, this book is a powerful narrative of scientific discovery filled with moving stories as well as advice for how we can put flexibility skills to work immediately. Hayes shows how allowing ourselves to feel fully and think freely moves us toward commitment to what truly matters to us. Finally, we can live lives that reflect the qualities we choose.