John Barton Libros

Exploring the journey of the male body through a diverse range of landscapes, this collection of poetry delves into themes of homoerotic love amidst a contemporary world marked by instability and shifting tolerance. With vivid imagery that spans from Belfast to Vancouver Island, John Barton employs various poetic forms to illuminate the contrasts between intimacy and solitude. The work captures the complexities of romantic relationships and the emotional landscape of modern life, making it a poignant reflection on love and identity.

The book offers an impressionistic portrayal of Emily Carr, capturing her spirit, strength, and enduring legacy as an artist. Through its literary style, it delves into her character and the essence of her work, providing a nuanced understanding of her contributions to art and culture.

Playing Shakespeare is the premier guide to understanding and appreciating the mastery of the world’s greatest playwright.Together with Royal Shakespeare Company actors–among them Patrick Stewart, Judi Dench, Ian McKellen, Ben Kingsley, and David Suchet–John Barton demonstrates how to adapt Elizabethan theater for the modern stage. The director begins by explicating Shakespeare’s verse and prose, speeches and soliloquies, and naturalistic and heightened language to discover the essence of his characters. In the second section, Barton and the actors explore nuance in Shakespearean theater, from evoking irony and ambiguity and striking the delicate balance of passion and profound intellectual thought, to finding new approaches to playing Shakespeare’s most controversial creation, Shylock, from The Merchant of Venice . A practical and essential guide, Playing Shakespeare will stand for years as the authoritative favorite among actors, scholars, teachers, and students.

This volume is an illustrated guide to reading the Old Testament, including introductory chapters on its historical and geographical context, an examination of major theological themes and background information on social life and institutions, methods of study and interpretation.

This book considers ethical thinking in ancient Israel in the period from the 8th to the 2nd century BC. číst celé

The book provides a comprehensive overview of biblical criticism, addressing its challenges from both conservatives and postmodernists. John Barton argues that these criticisms overlook the substantial contributions of critical scholars throughout history. He emphasizes the central concern of traditional biblical criticism: understanding the "plain sense" of texts, which necessitates a nuanced appreciation of their literary qualities. Barton contends that biblical criticism inherently incorporates many contemporary methodological approaches, revealing a more cohesive agenda in biblical studies than commonly perceived.

Focusing on linguistic analysis, this volume of James Barr's collected essays delves into Biblical Hebrew and Greek, exploring their complexities and nuances. It also addresses the intricacies of biblical translation throughout history, highlighting both ancient practices and modern interpretations. Barr's scholarly work offers valuable insights into the language and translation of biblical texts, making it a significant contribution to biblical studies.

Explore the quirky world of golf with "The Golf Guru," where John Barton answers over 250 reader-submitted questions with wit and expertise. From etiquette and history to the physics of the game, this illustrated collection uncovers the mysteries of golf, making it a must-read for enthusiasts.

From a distinguished Oxford scholar and the author of A History of the Bible, an examination of how biblical translation works and why it matters. Throughout history, most Jewish and Christian believers have understood scripture not in the languages in which it was first written but rather in their own—in translation. In The Word, acclaimed Bible scholar John Barton explores how saints and scholars have negotiated the profound challenges of translating the Bible while remaining faithful to the original. In addition to considering questions of literal versus free translation, literary style, inclusive language, and more, Barton draws out scriptural translation’s role at critical junctures in religious history. Far from a mere academic exercise, biblical translation has shaped how we answer faith’s most enduring questions about the nature of God, the existence of the soul, and the possibility of salvation

Exploring the complexities of the Trojan War, this epic theatre myth delves into timeless questions of blame and truth through the lens of iconic figures such as Helen of Troy and Agamemnon. John Barton's Tantalus weaves together themes of tragedy and human folly, showcasing the impact of war on individuals and nations alike. This revised edition reflects decades of Barton's dedication to theatre, building on his earlier work and offering a profound exploration of human fate amidst the chaos of conflict.