Aurora and the Mystic Poets in Two Authors
A review of two poet authors A A and A M whose Aurora themed collection explores mysticism, death and renewal. It contrasts A A’s philosophical, somber pieces like Death and Hell following with A M’s vivid nature imagery and dreamlike symbolism. The piece notes archaic diction, challenging meanings, and the enduring beauty of poetic insight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. A
Aurora
Hye
A. M
Fair Maid
Patience
Lord Lytton
Land of the Pharaohs reviewed by Dr Manning in praise
The piece lauds Dr Manning for his travel book The Land of the Pharaohs detailing his vivid light graphics and field notes. It commends his past works on Switzerland Spain Italy and the Holy Land and notes his insight into both grand ruins and the plight of the poor while advancing philanthropic and scientific aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manning
Switzerland
Spain
Italy
Holy Land
Nile
Egypt
A Humorous Egyptian Sketchbook in a Gift Book Review
The piece praises a travel book on Cairo and the pyramids for vivid descriptions and humorous incidents. It notes scenes from Thebes Luxor Karnac and Edson temples, with strong woodcuts like The Salt Lake near Alexandria and Villa and Garden near Cairo. The reviewer calls the work well written, deeply instructive, and lavishly illustrated.
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Cairo
Pyramids
Doctor
Mohammed
Fatima
Zuleika
England
Berry
Beni Hassan
Thebes
Luxor
Karnac
Eds
Ritter's History of Music Review in The Times
The piece praises Professor Ritter's History of Music as accessible and lively. It highlights his aim to connect music to the broader arts, stressing unity of artistic source, moral value, and the need for sustained effort in great works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ritter
John Haullah
Shakespeare
Beethoven
Michael Angelo
Phidias
History of Music from the Christian Fire to the Present Time
A cataloged lecture work by Frepynic Louis Ritter, professor at Vassar College, issued in London by W Reeves. The volume outlines a historical survey of music from early Christian eras to contemporary periods, intended for student use.
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Frepynic Louis Ritter
Vassar College
London
W. Reeves
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