{"title":"Poetry \u0026 Drama","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"hawn-jidhol-il-gawwi","title":"Hawn Jidhol il-Gawwi","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Hawn Jidhol il-Gawwi\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelve into the profound depths of \"Hawn Jidhol il-Gawwi,\" a captivating poetry collection that explores the subtle, often overlooked, intensities of life. This English-language volume invites readers to a unique polyphony, where the focus shifts from grand, ostentatious contrasts to the quiet power of everyday moments. The poems beautifully articulate the density of silences, the lingering imprint of a body, the vibrant red of a geranium, or a fleeting ray of light catching a strand of hair. It's a journey through anticipation, the spontaneous surge of poetic inspiration, and the inherent fragility of written expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough its verses, \"Hawn Jidhol il-Gawwi\" illuminates how profound meaning can be found in infinitesimal details and faint gleams. Each poem acts as a window into the human experience, revealing the full spectrum of life's intensity within these delicate observations. This collection is a testament to the power of introspection and the beauty found in the quiet corners of existence, making it a compelling read for anyone who appreciates thoughtful, evocative poetry from Malta.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lulu.com\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback, 122 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2012\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 978-12911-589-0-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder from BookClub.com.mt — Malta and Gozo's online bookstore.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lulu.com","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":53661749150029,"sku":"978-12911-589-0-8","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/3627\/5021\/files\/9781291158908-Hawn-Jidhol-il-Gawwi.jpg?v=1775388390"},{"product_id":"the-jew-of-malta","title":"The Jew of Malta","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout The Jew of Malta\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChristopher Marlowe's \"The Jew of Malta,\" written around 1590, is a compelling and often controversial Elizabethan drama set on the Mediterranean island of Malta. This classic play masterfully shifts between pointed satire, bloody revenge tragedy, melodramatic intrigue, and dark farce, offering a complex exploration of social tensions and morality. The story centers on Barabas, an immensely wealthy Jewish merchant, who is initially victimized by Malta's Christian Governor. When Barabas protests the demand for Jews to cede their wealth to pay tribute to the Turks, he is stripped of his fortune and livelihood. In response to this hypocritical extortion, Barabas embarks on a horrific, yet sometimes darkly humorous, campaign of violence and revenge, employing murderous tactics ranging from poisoned soup to deadly flowers. Marlowe's play delves into themes of anti-Semitism, religious hypocrisy, and the corrupting nature of power, making it a significant work in English literature. Its intricate treatment of these issues continues to spark scholarly reflection, particularly in relation to Shakespeare's \"The Merchant of Venice.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Christopher Marlowe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bloomsbury Publishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback, 340 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781904271758\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder from BookClub.com.mt — Malta and Gozo's online bookstore.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":53825226473805,"sku":"9781904271758","price":17.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/3627\/5021\/files\/The-Jew-of-Malta.jpg?v=1777789273"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookclub.com.mt\/collections\/poetry-drama.oembed","provider":"BookClub.com.mt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}