Shillony's writings cover modern history, crisis and culture, Japan and the Jews.

Shillony's writings cover modern history, crisis and culture, Japan and the Jews.

The Japanese emperors, a peculiar and unique phenomenon in modern times, are the subject of this important handbook edited by Ben-Ami Shillony. An international team of leading scholars looks at these emperors - Meiji (Mutsuhito), TaishA (Yoshihito), ShAwa (Hirohito), and the present emperor Akihito a " both as personalities, and as a constantly developing institution. It becomes clear that both the personalities, and the periods in which they reign(ed) have shaped Japanese monarchy, and our image of it. The essays thoroughly deal with topics such as the ideology behind the institution, the roles of the emperors and their wives, their visual representation, their links to Christianity, the antagonism they called forth in right-wing circles, Hirohitoa (TM)s much-debated war responsibility, and the controversy over amending the succession rules.

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Benjamin Cohen, a eleven-year old student from Chicago, received a Certificate of Recognition from Russian American Jews for Israel (RAJI) for the best literary work dedicated to the memory of the victims of the Holocaust in summer 2011. The book, «Will I Ever See Another Butterfly? » is about the children imprisoned in the concentration camp Terezin. Two years ago, Ben saw the play «And A Child Shall Lead» at the Chicago Vittum Theater . It was about the child prisoners of the «model» Nazi concentration camp Terezin in Czechoslovakia. He was so moved by this performance that he decided to write a novel based on this historical event. On June 23, 2012, Ben gave a presentation on his book at Northbrook Public Library, Northbrook, Il. More than 100 people attended this extraordinary event. Every child received a copy of the book. Ben dedicated his book to all the children who fell victim to Nazi persecution and never got a chance to live their lives.

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A long-form poem of negation and egoism, of scorn and cynical delight. Included is a URL for a free full audiobook read by Kevin I. Slaughter. Benjamin DeCasseres (is) the Pontius Pilate of America. -H.L. Mencken A passionate, erratic poet... strives to shake the foundation of the world. -The Saturday Review of Literature He occupies a niche that is all his own and asks space to stand for no other man . -The Nation DeCasseres is the most fiery and independent writer that I know of. -Remy de Gourmont There is but one Benjamin DeCasseres. And he is perhaps the one living wonder of the literary world. It is fortunate that such an one must be born, that he cannot be made; especially that he cannot be imitated, for if every one wrote like DeCasseres readers would go mad. That he can keep in any semblance of thought-order such whirls of words is something to marvel at. Yet to read him once, twice, is to experience the greatest mental exhilaration. -New York Times

Anathema: Litanies of Negation is a book written by Benjamin Decasseres. It is a collection of philosophical essays that explore the concept of nihilism and the rejection of traditional values and beliefs. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of nihilism, such as the rejection of God, the rejection of morality, and the rejection of human nature. Decasseres argues that nihilism is not a negative or destructive force, but rather a liberating one that allows individuals to live their lives on their own terms and to create their own meaning and purpose. The book is written in a poetic and lyrical style, with vivid imagery and powerful language that captures the reader's imagination. Overall, Anathema: Litanies of Negation is a thought-provoking and challenging work that will appeal to anyone interested in philosophy, existentialism, and the search for meaning in life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This is a new release of the original 1932 edition.

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1904 Excerpt: ...questions in a hushed mystical voice, and as the colonel was rather silent and somewhat short in his replies, though ever expressed in a voice of sensibility and with refined deference of manner, Mrs. Neuchatel opened her own peculiar views on a variety of subjects of august interest, such as education, high art, the influence of women in society, the formation of character, and the distribution of wealth, on all of which this highly gifted lady was always in the habit of informing her audience, by way of accompaniment, that she was conscious that the views she entertained were peculiar. The views of Mrs. Neuchatel were peculiar, and therefore not always, or even easily, comprehended. That indeed she felt was rather her fate in life, but a superior intelligence like hers has a degree of sublimated self-respect which defies destiny. When she was alone with the ladies, the bulletin of Mrs. Neuchatel was not so copious as had been expected. She announced that Colonel Albert was sentimental, and she suspected a poet. But for the rest she had discovered nothing, not even his nationality. She had tried him both in French and German, but he persisted in talking English, although he spoke of himself as a foreigner. After dinner he conversed chiefly with the men, particularly with the Governor of the Bank, who seemed to interest him much, and a director of one of the dock companies, who offered to show him over their establishment, an offer which Colonel Albert eagerly accepted. Then, as if he remembered that homage was due at such a moment to the fairer sex, he went and seated himself by Adriana, and was playful and agreeable, though when she was cross-examined afterwards by her friends as to the character of his conversation, she really could not recall anything p...

Venture into the realm of mythological fiction with Benjamin Disraeli's satirical fantasy, "Ixion In Heaven." This witty tale draws upon Greek mythology to explore timeless themes with humor and sharp social commentary. The story centers on Ixion, a figure from Greek myth, and his unexpected journey. Disraeli's work is a delightful example of satirical writing. Through clever prose and fantastical scenarios, the author delivers a story that transcends time. Readers who enjoy humorous fiction and imaginative reimaginings of classic tales will find this book a rewarding experience. "Ixion In Heaven" offers a unique blend of fantasy and satire, showcasing Disraeli's skill in crafting engaging and thought-provoking narratives. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.