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Andrew Klavan is an American conservative commentator and writer of crime and suspense novels. Klavan has been nominated for the Edgar Award five times and has won twice. Klavan has also worked in film and as an essayist and video satirist. He hosts "The Andrew Klavan Show" podcast on the conservative site The Daily Wire.
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Poetic Diction
A Study in Meaning
Owen Barfield - 1984-12-15 (first published in 1928)
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Poetic Diction, first published in 1928, begins by asking why we call a given grouping of words "poetry" and why these arouse "aesthetic imagination" and produce pleasure in a receptive reader. Returning always to this personal experience of poetry, Owen Barfield at the same time seeks objective standards of criticism and a theory of poetic diction...
Andrew Klavan
2023-02-14T12:20:36.000Z
This is a life-changing book.      source
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The Truth and Beauty
How the Lives and Works of England's Greatest Poets Point the Way to a Deeper Understanding of the Words of Jesus
Andrew Klavan - 2022-04-05
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Explore the words of Jesus in a new light with The Truth and Beauty by Andrew Klavan. Klavan's journey to understand the Gospels led him to learn Greek and study the works of English romantics like William Wordsworth and Mary Shelley. Through this unique approach, Klavan finds a deeper and more profound understanding of the words of Jesus, making The Truth and Beauty a must-read for anyone seeking renewed meaning in their faith.
Andrew Klavan
2022-04-04T14:43:51.000Z
"Weird and wonderful and genius!" I wish I could've got that on the book jacket. I may put it on my headstone! But thank you, @ericmetaxas!      source
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The Terror
Dan Simmons - 2007-01-08
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This Arctic adventure follows the doomed 1845 Franklin Expedition as they struggle to survive in the harsh, frozen landscape of the Northwest Passage. But their real enemy isn't just the elements - something monstrous is stalking them in the darkness, and they begin to fear for their lives. With a haunting and suspenseful story based on actual events, this novel is sure to chill readers to their core.
Andrew Klavan
2020-04-14T02:04:50.000Z
@MattWalshBlog Terrific book. Riveting. What a story. If you ever want a fun fictionalization of the genre, AMC’s adaptation of Dan Simmons’ The Terror is tons of fun. Based on a real voyage with horror story added.      source
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Endurance
Shackleton's Incredible Voyage
Alfred Lansing - 1999-01-01 (first published in 1959)
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Embark on a thrilling adventure through the frozen tundras of Antarctica as British explorer Ernest Shackleton and his crew attempt to reach the South Pole. Follow the remarkable journey of these brave men as they battle extreme conditions and navigate through dangerous terrain in their quest for survival. Endurance is a gripping and inspirational tale that has become a timeless symbol of heroic perseverance.
Andrew Klavan
2020-04-14T02:04:50.000Z
@MattWalshBlog Terrific book. Riveting. What a story. If you ever want a fun fictionalization of the genre, AMC’s adaptation of Dan Simmons’ The Terror is tons of fun. Based on a real voyage with horror story added.      source
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Adventures in the Screen Trade
A Personal View of Hollywood and Screenwriting
William Goldman - 1989-03-10 (first published in 1983)
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Explore Hollywood's inner sanctums with a two-time Academy Award-winning screenwriter as he takes you on a behind-the-scenes journey of iconic films like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and All the President's Men. Go beyond the glitz and glamour to discover the working lives of acting greats like Redford, Olivier, Newman, and Hoffman. Learn about the creative thought processes behind crafting a screenplay and what makes a film successful. This fascinating insider's account is a must-read for any film buff.
Andrew Klavan
2018-11-16T15:16:52.000Z
William Goldman died. Super talented novelist and screenwriter. (Butch Cassidy; Princess Bride; Marathon Man, etc.) His "Adventures in the Screen Trade" is still one of the great books on Hollywood. RIP.      source
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