Ridland John (185 results)

Paperback. Condition: Fair. Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by the anonymous Gawain-Poet (or Pearl-Poet) is, like Beowulf, one of the greatest classics of English literature. Hailed as the finest Arthurian romance, this technically brilliant tale of enchantment, faith, temptation, and chivalry is tautly constructed, with a wonderfully rich vocabulary and vivid language that blends sophisticated atmosphere with psychological depth. John Ridland's new Modern English translation, unlike most presentations, is complete, covering every passage and word of the Middle English, Northwest Midland dialect original with the same line numbering, contents and meaning. His is the only version written in a familiar modern meter--pleasurable to modern ears, yet retaining the spirit of repetition and alliteration of the medieval original. And Dr. Ridland's introduction and notes are enlightening. This translation is a must-have for unlocking all the pleasures and delights of the original classic. PRAISE FOR JOHN RIDLAND'S TRANSLATION: With his loving rendition of a great classic into vigorous metrical lines, John Ridland has given Sir Gawain and the Green Knight a fresh lease on life. I've seen several other versions of this masterpiece, but none so engagingly readable as Ridland's. His preface, too, is useful and illuminating. Here is a book to enjoy right now and to cherish forever. --X.J. Kennedy John Ridland gives us a recognizably English Gawain, and a very pleasurable one at that. The language is ours. It is slightly elevated, as befits a work so finely crafted, but only enough to demand our attention. Originally written in the same alliterative verse as Beowulf, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight was archaic in its own day; now, over six-hundred years later, alliterative verse can be as inaccessible as the pentatonic harp tunes that apparently accompanied it. Ridland gives the poem a long, loose line that sings in the lyrical passages, creeps in the spooky ones, and cavorts in the comic ones. Just as important, the densely mythic ethos, fully intact, enriches every word. --Richard Wakefield Panoramas of banqueting and hunting, closely observed rituals of dressing, arming, and game preparation, and rich descriptions of landscape and weather--Ridland's translation presents these in all their delightful, over-the-top particularity. --Maryann Corbett (from the foreword) The language in which the consummate poet and translator John Ridland serves up this delicious story in verse is exactly what it deserves. The descriptions are exuberant, the narrative flows and exhilarates like the wine at the courts we're asked to imagine, and the exchanges between complex characters so subtly flavored by intelligent diplomacy that it makes the dialogue of much current fiction seem, by contrast, like a six-pack on the front stoop. Read this book. I suspect that, like all enchantments, it shifts and assumes different forms to different eyes. But I do guarantee surprises, and inexhaustible delight. --Rhina P. Espaillat ABOUT THE TRANSLATOR: John Ridland, PhD, taught English at the University of California, Santa Barbara, for forty-three years. His publications include A Brahms Card Ballad, first published in Hungarian translation, Happy in an Ordinary Thing, and a book-length translation of Pet fi's John the Valiant. With Dr. Peter Czipott, Dr. Ridland has translated several other Hungarian poets, including S ndor M rai's The Withering World (Alma Classics, 2013) and Miklos R dnoti's All That Still Matters at All (New American Press, 2014). In 2014 Askew Publications issued his epic poem, A. Lincolniad.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Translation. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Paperback. Condition: Fair. Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by the anonymous Gawain-Poet (or Pearl-Poet) is, like Beowulf, one of the greatest classics of English literature. Hailed as the finest Arthurian romance, this technically brilliant tale of enchantment, faith, temptation, and chivalry is tautly constructed, with a wonderfully rich vocabulary and vivid language that blends sophisticated atmosphere with psychological depth. John Ridland's new Modern English translation, unlike most presentations, is complete, covering every passage and word of the Middle English, Northwest Midland dialect original with the same line numbering, contents and meaning. His is the only version written in a familiar modern meter--pleasurable to modern ears, yet retaining the spirit of repetition and alliteration of the medieval original. And Dr. Ridland's introduction and notes are enlightening. This translation is a must-have for unlocking all the pleasures and delights of the original classic. PRAISE FOR JOHN RIDLAND'S TRANSLATION: With his loving rendition of a great classic into vigorous metrical lines, John Ridland has given Sir Gawain and the Green Knight a fresh lease on life. I've seen several other versions of this masterpiece, but none so engagingly readable as Ridland's. His preface, too, is useful and illuminating. Here is a book to enjoy right now and to cherish forever. --X.J. Kennedy John Ridland gives us a recognizably English Gawain, and a very pleasurable one at that. The language is ours. It is slightly elevated, as befits a work so finely crafted, but only enough to demand our attention. Originally written in the same alliterative verse as Beowulf, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight was archaic in its own day; now, over six-hundred years later, alliterative verse can be as inaccessible as the pentatonic harp tunes that apparently accompanied it. Ridland gives the poem a long, loose line that sings in the lyrical passages, creeps in the spooky ones, and cavorts in the comic ones. Just as important, the densely mythic ethos, fully intact, enriches every word. --Richard Wakefield Panoramas of banqueting and hunting, closely observed rituals of dressing, arming, and game preparation, and rich descriptions of landscape and weather--Ridland's translation presents these in all their delightful, over-the-top particularity. --Maryann Corbett (from the foreword) The language in which the consummate poet and translator John Ridland serves up this delicious story in verse is exactly what it deserves. The descriptions are exuberant, the narrative flows and exhilarates like the wine at the courts we're asked to imagine, and the exchanges between complex characters so subtly flavored by intelligent diplomacy that it makes the dialogue of much current fiction seem, by contrast, like a six-pack on the front stoop. Read this book. I suspect that, like all enchantments, it shifts and assumes different forms to different eyes. But I do guarantee surprises, and inexhaustible delight. --Rhina P. Espaillat ABOUT THE TRANSLATOR: John Ridland, PhD, taught English at the University of California, Santa Barbara, for forty-three years. His publications include A Brahms Card Ballad, first published in Hungarian translation, Happy in an Ordinary Thing, and a book-length translation of Pet fi's John the Valiant. With Dr. Peter Czipott, Dr. Ridland has translated several other Hungarian poets, including S ndor M rai's The Withering World (Alma Classics, 2013) and Miklos R dnoti's All That Still Matters at All (New American Press, 2014). In 2014 Askew Publications issued his epic poem, A. Lincolniad.…

Condition: Very Good. Tra. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Signed. Inscribed and dated by the author.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. periodical, 5 2/4" tall, 28 pages, saddle stitch, stiff printed wraps. A very good, clean, neat issue with light shelf wear, binding tight, paper cream white.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Pearl: A New Verse Translation in Modern English. Book.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: Good. Meets or exceeds the good condition guidelines. Nice copy. Gift inscription inside cover. Signed by the author. Five star seller - Buy with confidence. Cover Photograph By John Ridland (illustrator).

Soft cover. Condition: Good. A crisp unmarked softcover copy in good condition, age toning and stains to front of cover.

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. Printed by Christopher's Books in Santa Barbara. Clean, crisp, stapled softcover in very good condition; lightly rubbed.

paperback. Condition: Good. Translation. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing or highlighting. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes).

Condition: New.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Sir Gawain and the Green Knight (a New Verse Translation in Modern English). Book.

Paperback. Condition: Fine. 1 of 250 Copies. 20pp., gray wrappers. Juniper Book 23. Inscribed by the author "For J.F. Powers/with deep respect/John Ridland/April 20, 1978. This copy is from J.F. Powers library. Powers is the author of the novel "Morte D'Urban", which won the 1963 National Book Award and whose other novel, "Wheat That Springeth Green" was a finalist for the same award in 1988. He also published two highly praised short story collections in the 1950's. He died in 1999. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.…

Paperback. Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: As New. Second Edition. Revised & Enlarged. Biege wrappers, unpaginated. Limited edition, #49 of 175 copies, signed by the author. Additionally, inscribed by the author to well-known literary critic William Pritchard. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Signed by Author(s).

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Poems by Miklós Radnóti (1909-1944) translated into English from the Hungarian. 205 pages. Gift inscription from co-translator Peter V. Czipott, a clean and unmarked copy otherwise. Inscribed by Author(s).

Paperback. Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Good+. First Edition. Ex-library w/usual markings, DJ in protective cover that's taped to book, book has light edgewear, tiny bit of soiling; DJ has light fading to spine, light edgewear ; 188 pages.

First Edition. First Printing. Small wraps. Near Fine condition.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. VG in wraps Square 12mo 24pp. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" Tall [square]. Book.

Paperback. Condition: As New. This is Number 8 Summer 1970 "Flying Fingers Issue" Floyce Alexander, Robert Davies, Tom Artin. 35 pages. ; 6 1/8 x 6 1/8 ".

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Staplebound with pale red paper wraps. Small Press/Poetry; 16mo - over 5¾" - 6¾" tall.