Kevan Manwaring è un autore pluripremiato e docente di scrittura creativa che crea narrazioni all'intersezione tra mito, folklore e vita contemporanea. Il suo lavoro invita i lettori in regni in cui leggende antiche e realtà moderne si intrecciano, esplorando i confini porosi tra l'ordinario e lo straordinario. La prosa di Manwaring è caratterizzata da una qualità lirica e da un profondo impegno nella narrazione archetipica che risuona in diversi paesaggi culturali. La sua scrittura offre un viaggio unico in dimensioni nascoste, incoraggiando la scoperta della magia nel quotidiano.
The transformative journey of becoming a Bard is at the heart of this guide, which condenses a traditional 12-year study into a 12-month accelerated program. Drawing on the author's two decades of experience, it incorporates personal reflections and ancient wisdom to inspire creativity. The book emphasizes the urgent need for bards to provide healing and hope through their art, echoing the legendary path of Taliesin. It serves as both a practical manual and a philosophical exploration of living creatively.
Ride a cock horse to Banbury Cross and listen to the tales of this ancient county. Hear how a King and his knights were turned to stone at the mysterious Rollright Stones; how Dragon Hill got its name; take the Devil's Highway to the End of the World - if you dare; or spend a night on the weird Ot Mo∨ listen in on the Boar's Head Carol; walk the oldest trackway in Europe in the footsteps of a Neolithic pilgrim; pause to try the Blowing Sto≠ leave a coin for the enigmatic blacksmith to shoe your horse at Wayland's Smithy; eavesdrop upon the Inklings in the Eagle and Child; and meet that early fabulist, Geoffrey of Monmouth in the city of dreaming spires. This collection will take you on an oral tour across the county - on the way you'll meet gypsies, highwaymen, cavaliers, a prime minister and a devilish mason.
Soul of the Earth is an anthology of poetry to inspire hope in humanity. Beautifully crafted, yet challenging received wisdom and pushing boundaries, these are cutting-edge poems from a new generation of writers who share a love of the Earth and haven't given up on humans either. In poems as light as a butterfly and as wild as a storm you'll find vivid, contemporary voices that dare to explore a spiritual dimension to life on Earth and, in doing so, imply that a way out of our global crisis of ecological catastrophe, financial meltdown, and bankruptcy of the spirit is to look beyond the impasse of materialism. With contributions from poets in the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, and New Zealand, this anthology reaches out across the planet to embrace the challenges and blessings of being alive on the Earth in the twenty-first century. Contributors include: Diana Durham, Karen Eberhardt-Shelton, Rose Flint, Paul Matthews, Paul Nelson, Gabriel Bradford Millar, Roselle Angwin, Kevan Manwaring, Jay Ramsay, Dawn Gorman, Alyson Hallett, Jehanne Mehta, Lynne Wycherley, Charlotte Hussey, Margie McCallum, Helen Moore, Aidan Andrew Dun, Irina Kuzminsky, Jennie Powell, Adam Horovitz, Jeremy Hooker.
Exploring contemporary bardic poetry, this collection showcases 25 years of the author's selected verse, delving into themes of identity, ecology, and community. The poems, rooted in physical and environmental experiences, invite readers to engage creatively with their own expressions. It includes an introduction to the author's performance poetry practice and features award-winning works alongside pieces from stage shows like Arthur's Dream and Robin of the Wildwood, making it a rich resource for both enjoyment and inspiration.
Navigating the Challenges of Environmental Narrative
272pagine
10 ore di lettura
Focusing on ecofiction, this textbook guides students through narrative writing centered on environmental themes, also known as climate fiction. It addresses a variety of genres and the ethical and technical challenges writers face while responding to the climate crisis. The book includes discussions of both classic and contemporary works, alongside literary criticism and creative exercises. It challenges traditional narratives by considering perspectives from the Global South and the Anthropocene, making it suitable for advanced writing modules and independent writers alike.
Exploring the vibrant tapestry of British culture, the narrative follows Kevan Manwaring as he embarks on a bike journey to uncover seasonal celebrations and personal rituals. Immersed in both ancient and modern ceremonies, he discovers moments of sacredness in unexpected places. Through his reflections, he emphasizes the importance of being fully alive in the contemporary world, blending humor with insightful observations. This account serves as both a travelogue and a guide for those seeking deeper connections in everyday life.
Take a walk through this county in the heart of England in the entertaining
company of a local storyteller. Along the way you will meet incredible
characters from history and myth: Boudicca, St Patrick, Robin Hood and
Hereward the Wake, Captain Slash, Dionysia the female knight, beasts and
angels, cobblers and kings.
