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English Literature & Authors


English Literature & Authors



THE RAVEN - EDGAR ALLAN POE

Americas Great Literary Legend - The most famous poem in American Literature. Illustrated by Gustav Dore. Edgar Allan Poe remains one of Americas great literary legends and in this dramatic program voice artist Bob McGraw brings Poes classic poem of loss and despair "The Raven" to life using a haunting voice and the famous illustrations of Gustav Dore to tell this tragic story. The Raven - The 1845 publication of The Raven made Poe widely popular in his lifetime and remains one of the most famous poems ever written. It is noted for its musicality and supernatural atmosphere and tells of a talking ravens mysterious visit to a distraught narrator, lamenting the loss of his love and tracing a slow descent into madness with its constant repetition of the word Nevermore.

DVD / 2012

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THE RIME OF THE ANCIENT MARINER - SAMUEL TAYLOR COLERIDGE

Samuel Taylor Coleridges Rime of the Ancient Mariner tells the story of a long sea voyage fraught with danger, mystery, horror and ultimately redemption. This longest of Coleridges poems, remains one of the most often referenced works in English literature, and in this dramatic program voice artist Bob McGraw brings Coleridges classic poem of the sea to life using a haunting voice and the famous illustrations of Gustav Dore to tell the epic story of the Ancient Mariner. The Poem was first published in 1798 (with a later 1817 edition adding a Gloss) in Coleridges First Edition of Lyrical Ballads. It relates the experiences of the Ancient Mariner as he goes on an extended sea voyage. He uses the device of stopping a young man on the way to attend a wedding to tell a story steeped in the lore of the sea, mythology and the superstitions and religious traditions of the times. The poet communicates the various moods of the mariner through narrative techniques such as repetition and personification to alternately invoke feelings of supernatural dread, horror, fear, awe and ultimately redemption.

DVD / 2012

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THE RUBAIYAT OF OMAR KHAYYAM - EDWARD FITZGERALD

A translation of the work of the Persian mathematician, astronomer, and poet, Omar Khayyam 1048 -1131. Translated and popularized by the English scholar Edward Fitzgerald in 1859, this poem is one of the most influential to come out of the 19th Century. Edward Fitzgeralds translation of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, is a mystical, highly symbolic poem that deals with mans relation to God, the nature of the divine, the fleeting nature of life, and a host of other issues important to the contemplative mind. The poem, by the Persian poet, astronomer and mathematician Omar Khayyam, is a distillation and translation of the over 1000 quatrains originally rendered in Farsi.

In this program, the haunting, melancholy musings of the Persian philosopher-poet are brought to life in vivid detail by voice artist Bob McGraw. Accompanied by color illustrations by Edmund Dulac and the Artist-photographer team of Blanche Cumming and Adelaide Hanscom, together with haunting melodies inspired by the cultures of the Arabian peninsula, this program brings the classic poem into vivid focus.

The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam - The term rubaiyat is the plural of the Farsi word for quatrain (a four line stanza). Fitzgeralds translation consists of 101 quatrains and was first published in the West in 1859. It is actually a distillation of over 1000 quatrains in the original rendering rendered in such a manner as to be more thematically consistent (it was a common practice with this type of poetry to rearrange the quatrains to suit a particular rendering). In this poem, the author deals with a variety of philosophical issues and perspectives about the nature of life, the importance of religion, fate and predestination along with a host of other interrelated issues. Known for its lyrical beauty and well-crafted rhyme and meter, the Rubaiyat has been one of the most popular poems to come out of the 19th century.


DVD / 2012

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THE HAWTHORNE LEGACY - THE SCARLET LETTER

The Hawthorne Legacy offers students, teachers and interested readers an overview into the life and writings of Nathaniel Hawthorne, a pre-eminent 19th century American novelist. Divided into five chapters each program is intended for class discussion and individual learning.

Experienced scholars will explore themes, ideas and writing style in several short stories and The Scarlet Letter. This program will examine and explore why his historical and moral concerns then, are still appropriate for discussion today.

TEACHER STUDENT BENEFITS:
  • All filming shot at historical places bringing time, place and person to life- Salem, Concord, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
  • Appropriate tie-ins to moral and social questions for today's society.
  • Concise Chapter content offers time for adequate teacher/student discussion.
  • Stimulating content for writing papers, classroom discussion & extended research.

    DVD / 2010 / (Grades 9-12) / 30 minutes

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    THE MELVILLE LEGACY - MOBY DICK

    The Melville Legacy offers students, teachers and interested readers a complete overview of the life, times and writing of Herman Melville, focusing on Moby Dick. Divided into five chapters each program is intended for class and group discussion. Experienced scholars will explore themes, ideas and language in Moby Dick and analyze Melville's distinctive writing style. The program materials will demonstrate why Melville is considered a major figure in world literature.

    TEACHER STUDENT BENEFITS:
  • Filmed on location at 'Arrowhead' Pittsfield, New Bedford and Lennox, Massachusetts.
  • Explores moral and social issues appropriate to today's culture.
  • Chapter video segments reveal whaling on the high seas.
  • Concise Chapter content designed to focus and inspire teacher & student discussions.
  • Stimulating topics for paper writing, projects, classroom discussion & extended research.

    DVD / 2010 / (Grades 9-12) / 30 minutes

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    THE TWAIN LEGACY - THE ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN

    The Twain Legacy offers students and teachers an insight into the life and writings of Mark Twain, a significant 19th century American literary icon. 'The Twain Legacy' is divided into five chapters intended for class and individual learning and discussion. Knowledgeable scholars explore themes, ideas and narrative style in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. By examining and exploring why his historical and moral concerns were important, the presenters weave Twain's themes of slavery, prejudice and class into a coherent awareness.

    TEACHER STUDENT BENEFITS:
  • All filming shot at historical places bringing time, place and person to life.
  • Appropriate tie-ins to moral and social questions for today's society.
  • Chapter length segments at 9 minutes or less for classroom teaching.
  • Concise Chapter content provides space for adequate teacher/student discussion.
  • Stimulating content for writing papers, classroom discussion and extended research.

    DVD / 2010 / (Grades 9-12) / 30 minutes

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    SCIENCE FICTION: JULES VERNE TO RAY BRADBURY & BEYOND

    Using screen adaptions of Frankenstein, 20,000 leagues Under The Sea, The Time Machine, and The Martian Chronicles, this program illustrates some major themes of science fiction. Students see how this literay form has developed in our century, and why is it so popular. Examples are discussed in terms of their psychological, religious and philosophical contributions.

    DVD / 1990 / 30 minutes

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    SHAKESPEARE IS ALIVE & WELL IN MODERN WORLD

    This program compares Shakespearean themes with similar themes from modern works, enabling students to penetrate complex Elizabethan vocabulary and experience insight into character's feelings, motives and actions. Film clips from screen adaptations of 'Wuthering Heights', 'Lord of the Flies', 'Mutiny on the Bounty', 'Animal Farm', 'The Lives of Dorian Gray' and others help illustrate themes like alienations, evil and ambition.

    DVD / 1990 / 47 minutes

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    STEINBECK: GRAPES OF WRATH & THE DEPRESSION - A VIDEO COMMENTARY

    Introduce your students to one of the most important novels of the century. The program features an expert who provides backgrounds for both the novel and movie; covers social concerns suggested by the novel; the relationship of the novel to the movie and to documentaries and photography of the period.

    DVD / 1987 / 26 minutes

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    HOMER'S MYTHOLOGY: TRACING A TRADITION

    A complete discussion of the Homeric legend as the first significant record of Greek mythology. The program emphasizes Homer's relevance to modern literature, psychology, scholarship and popular culture. It analyzes the characters in the Iliad and The Odyssey and summarizes their myths and legends.

    DVD / 1977 / 46 minutes

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    AMERICAN GOTHIC: HAWTHORNE & MELVILLE

    Here's a great way to encourage students to appreciate the literature of these two giants. The program identifies Hawthorne and Melville as innovative symbolists whose focus on harsh realities and basic conflicts became foundations for later development of the American novel. Readings of major works are presented against a background of prints, paintings and photographs.

    DVD / 1976 / 28 minutes

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    LITERATURE WITH A MESSAGE: PROTEST & PROPAGANDA, SATIRE & SOCIAL COMMENT

    This program analyzes literature written for a purpose--to rally support for causes, to satirize human folly, to protest injustice, to encourage idealism and spiritual rebirth. It examines different types of literary propaganda in the Horatio Alger stories, the wartime speeches of Winston Churchill and the story "Flowers For Algernon." Literature of protest is illustrated by passages from "Cry The Beloved Country" and poems by Stephen Crane, ee. cummings and Judith Viorst. Satire is examined in "Gulliver's Travels" and "Animal Farm." Social comment in modern drama is seen in Arthur Miller's "Death Of A Salesman."

    DVD / 1974 / 35 minutes

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    EDGAR ALLAN POE: LITERATURE OF MELANCHOLY

    Through dramatizations and discussions of his work, this program examines Poe's personality and his view of the intellectual as a superior but isolated being. It also investigates the invention of the detective story, his understanding of horror, violence and paranoia, and his use of poetry to reveal melancholy and romantic love.

    DVD / 1970 / 30 minutes

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    GEOFFREY CHAUCER: POET AND PILGRIM

    Through explanatory narrative, dramatized readings and medieval art, this program builds apprecication of "The Canterbury Tales" and a sense of 14th-century English life. On-location photography of the actual route followed by the Pilgrims, and of the great cathedrals of Canterbury, Salisbury and Winchester adds perspective to the poet's life. A pilgrim reviews the role of Canterbury pilgrimmages, Chaucer's career, his use of vernacular English, and his wit, descriptive genius and power of characterization. Students hear the Miller, Friar, Pardoner, Prioress, Wife of Bath and other pilgrims introduce themselves in the "Prologue" and then enjoy the classic tale of the Nun's Priest.

    DVD / 1970 / 25 minutes

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    MYTHOLOGY IS ALIVE AND WELL

    Give students the opportunity to appreciate the relationship between Olympian gods and legends and contemporary music, poetry, science and cultural images-from science fiction and space probes to Peter Pan and rock festivals. The program explores the archetypal images of human-kind and society through classic tales of Zeus, Demeter, Pluto, Artemis, Apollo and others.

    DVD / 1970 / 25 minutes

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    JACK LONDON: A LIFE OF ADVENTURE

    Extensive readings from Jack London's works- combined with his own photographs, illustrations from his books, historical documents and on-location photographs-help students comprehend the life experiences that shaped his writing. His themes of discipline, social justice, adaptability and individual survival are explored.

    DVD / 1969 / 24 minutes

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    ASPECTS OF THE COMMEDIA DELL' ARTE

    The works of Goldini and Gozzi are among the great international classical plays. For an understanding of The Servant of Two Masters or The Love of Three Oranges, knowledge of commedia dell' arte style is a prerequisite. This film presents stock commedia characters, focusing on the "Maschere," the mask characters. A world master of commedia style, Giovanni Poli, demonstrates the authentic voice quality and characteristic gestures of the characters Truffaldino and Pantalone. The climax of this rare footage is a scene from Poli's production of Gozzi's The Green Bird.

    DVD (Color) / 14 minutes

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    ENGLAND'S WRITERS OF THE 19TH CENTURY

    Before the 19th Century, Chaucer and Milton were among the first English writers to establish an "Italian connection." The film pro-vides footage of the places in England and Italy where the writers of the 19th century - Byron, Shelley, Keats, Tennyson, Wilde, Swinburne, and the Brownings - lived and worked.

    DVD (Color) / 36 minutes

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    EXPLORING THE SHORT STORY: FOR ENTERTAINMENT & COMPREHENSION

    Introduce students to the elements of character, setting, plot, point of view, theme and style. Excerpts from stories by authors such as Dorothy Parker, Edgar Allan Poe and Jack London illustrate how these authors transform their thoughts and feelings into meaningful messages.

    DVD / 46 minutes

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    SHAKESPEARE AND WEBSTER

    The Jacobean Age was fraught with anxiety: man's doubts about the world, the after-world, and his place in them. The drama of the period is revealed in this film through scenes from Shakespeare's All's Well That Ends Well and Webster's The Duchess of Malfi.

    DVD (Color) / 33 minutes

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    SHAKESPEARE'S KING LEAR

    The film holds, "as t'were, the mirror" up to the Middle Ages, for the medieval image of the world survived into the Elizabethan Age. The king-father symbolizing the authority of the past, primogeniture, astrology, and the dowry are all representative of the medieval culture as reflected in Shakespeare's King Lear.

    DVD (Color) / 31 minutes

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    SHERIDAN'S 18TH CENTURY ENGLAND, PT. I: THE RIVALS

    Sheridan's delightful and youthful comedy, The Rivals, reflects the balance and symmetry of the age as well as its dress, manners and music. Scenes from The Rivals, and footage of Bath and London, depict the age in which Sheridan lived.

    DVD (Color) / 33 minutes

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    SHERIDAN'S 18TH CENTURY ENGLAND, PT. II: THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL

    The play's gentle and urbane humor reveals both a mellowness of the late Age of Reason and the mature powers of Sheridan.

    DVD (Color) / 36 minutes

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