The World Talk Lecture Series at Cardiff University features Dr. Nick Parsons discussing Emmanuel Macron’s presidency. Despite a strong electoral victory, Macron’s popularity has rapidly declined due to unpopular reforms favoring the wealthy, provoking public protests. His leadership faces challenges from divided opposition and high unemployment, raising questions about future success.
Leah Gordon, a former punk artist and photographer, chronicles her experiences of Kanaval in Jacmel, Haiti, from 1995 to 2010. Through powerful black and white images and oral histories, she captures the vibrant street theater that blends Vodou and political commentary. The book includes critical essays reflecting on the significance of her work.
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Je vais vous emmener sur un voyage musical à travers les Caraïbes francophones. Nous couvrirons les sons de la Guadeloupe, de la Martinique et de Haïti et nous aurons un éventail d’artistes talentueux pour vous assurer un plaisir d’écoute total. Reculez et détendez-vous. Les chansons des îles se dirigent vers…
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You are Viviane Élisabeth Fauville, a 42 year old French woman in the midst of a crisis. You have a child, a young baby, who you nurture and care for, yet your husband is in the process of leaving you. to top off this crisis, yesterday you murdered your psychiatrist.…
View More Review: Viviane Élisabeth Fauville – by Julia Deck
The Shuffle Show with Wez G – WEEK 3 – 16.11.14 – XPress Radio This week’s Shuffle Show on Xpress Radio sees host Wez G joined by Fran from Traffic, Cardiff University’s underground clubbing and Djing society. Also from Traffic, guest DJ Dom Varndell spins a minimix. :::TRACKLISTING::: # Artist…
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The book discovered at Cardiff University provides valuable insights into historical translation, particularly during the Renaissance and Middle Ages. It emphasizes the significance of French and Latin, explores the story of Etienne Dolet, and critiques Montaigne’s translation work. Overall, it serves as a useful resource for understanding the complexities and cultural implications of translation.
View More Review: The Politics of Translation in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance – by Renate Blumenfeld-Kosinski, Luise von Flotow, Daniel Russell
Mark Kurlansky’s “The Basque History of the World” explores the rich history, culture, and political struggles of the Basque people, highlighting their regional identity amid tensions with Spain and France. The book adeptly covers diverse topics, including language and culinary traditions, while also addressing the evolution of regional autonomy and the impact of historical figures.
View More Review: The Basque History of the World: The Story of a Nation – by Mark Kurlansky
Camembert is made from unpasteurised cow’s milk, and is ripened by the moulds Penicillium candida and Penicillium camemberti for at least three weeks. It is produced in small rounds, about 350 grams (.55 lb) in weight, which are then typically wrapped in paper and packaged in thin wooden boxes. When…
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