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Focusing on modal music from Gregorian chant to the seventeenth century, this textbook offers an in-depth exploration of modal counterpoint through a blend of composition, theory, analysis, and performance. It employs a modified species approach, enriched with numerous musical examples and historical context, to effectively connect theoretical principles with practical application. This comprehensive resource immerses students in the study of modal counterpoint while enhancing their understanding of the modal repertoire.

Later Emperors, the second Carcanet collection from Greek-Canadian poet and critic Evan Jones, is a catalogue of ambition and failure: historical figures - emperors, historians, moralists - are brought back to life and consider the world in which we live.

The Minnesota River serves as a backdrop for significant historical events, including the Dakota Conflict and Jesse James's infamous blunder. Evan Jones explores the river's rich history and legends, highlighting its role in the development of commerce, such as the credit sales by Sears, Roebuck and Company. The narrative features notable figures like Dred Scott and Henry David Thoreau, all complemented by Harry Heim's illustrations. This detailed account captures the essence of Minnesota's past and its connection to the river's legacy.

Set in Wales, this legendary tale follows bard Llewelyn on his quest to win Princess Gwenllian's heart, facing formidable foes like a giant and a dragon. Themes of love, honor, and bravery permeate the narrative, which is characterized by its poetic and lyrical writing style. Originally published in 1810, this facsimile reprint preserves the classic adventure and romance that has captivated readers for centuries, while also emphasizing the importance of cultural preservation in literature.

The book presents a thought-provoking analysis of thermonuclear warfare, challenging conventional beliefs and crossing disciplinary boundaries. Its calm and rational approach garnered attention on both sides of the Iron Curtain, influencing significant revisions in Western and Soviet military strategies. This impact contributed to a greater ability to avert disaster during the Cold War, highlighting the book's enduring relevance and controversial nature in discussions of nuclear policy and strategy.

Focusing on the economic implications of the Rand's depreciation, this research investigates its effects on South Africa's real GDP, prices, and interest rates. Utilizing a VARX model and various analytical methods, the study reveals that while real GDP responds positively to a weaker Rand, both prices and interest rates tend to rise simultaneously. Through a combination of literature review and empirical analysis, the book provides insights into the intricate dynamics between exchange rate movements and economic indicators in South Africa.

Evan Jones emphasizes the importance of listening to genuine poets, who provide wisdom and alternative perspectives that challenge mainstream views. In "The Civilizing Discourse," he advocates for poetry as a vital means of understanding the world, encouraging readers to engage deeply with the voices of poets for a richer, more nuanced experience of life and thought.

Culturally significant and historically important, this reproduction preserves the integrity of the original artifact. It includes original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its journey through major libraries worldwide. This edition aims to provide readers with an authentic experience of the text as it was originally presented, maintaining its relevance in the knowledge base of civilization.

Explores Greek mythology, Roman and Byzantine history, art and travel, from contemporary perspectives. This title re-imagines the myth of Actaeon in three ways, and offers a retelling of the Byzantine folk ballad Constantine and Arete.

The first in-depth study of the Communist Party's attitude to devolution in Wales, to Welsh nationhood and Welsh identity, examined within the context of the rapid changes in twentieth century Welsh society, debates on devolution and identity on the British left, the role of nationalism within the communist movement, and the interplay of international and domestic factors.