Arnold Weinstein Libri

Focusing on Scandinavian literature and art, this work offers a profound exploration of the region's creative output over the last two centuries. Through the lens of intellectual rigor and emotional depth, Arnold Weinstein highlights the most striking contributions from Scandinavian writers and artists, providing readers with a compelling understanding of their cultural significance and impact.

"In the tradition of Harold Bloom and Jacques Barzun, Weinstein guides us through great works of art, to reveal how literature constitutes nothing less than a feast for the heart. Our encounter with literature and art can be a unique form of human connection, an entry into the storehouse of feeling." "A Scream Goes Through the House traces the human cry that echoes in literature through the ages, demonstrating how intense feelings are heard and shared. With intellectual insight and emotional acumen, Weinstein reveals how the scream that resounds through the house of literature, history, the body, and the family shows us who we really are and joins us together in a vast and timeless community."--Jacket.

"Mixing passion and humor, a personal work of literary criticism that demonstrates how the greatest books illuminate our lives."--

The book offers an in-depth exploration of how literature and its comparative analysis are influenced by interpersonal relationships and various dynamics. It presents a comprehensive and accessible examination of these themes, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students alike. The work's broad scope ensures its relevance across different literary contexts, emphasizing the importance of relational contexts in the study of literature.

Featuring five art songs inspired by Ancient Greek poetry, this collection showcases the musical compositions of William Bolcom paired with English translations by Arnold Weinstein. Each piece captures the essence of classical themes, including reflections on art and mythology, such as the poignant "On a Statue of a Runner" and the evocative "Timomarchus's Picture of Medea, in Rome." The songs explore the intersection of visual art and poetic expression, offering a rich cultural experience for listeners.

The book explores the evolution of the self in relation to society through four distinct phases, beginning with its marginalization in picaresque literature and progressing to a stage of flourishing and seeking recognition. It then examines a defiant self attempting to assert its will over others, before culminating in a prophetic inward turn. The author connects these phases to the broader development of literature, highlighting the transition from mimetic to generative fiction and the shift from gesture to the power of language.