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DISCOVERING FICTION

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First published in Chinese in 2011 and recently translated by Rojas, this study of literary representation considers how various forms of realism—and critical departures from them—convey a sense of truth. Yan illustrates his arguments with examples from a stunning range of authors, including Chinese luminaries such as Lu Xun and Shen Congwen as well as a host of notables from around the world, with special emphasis given to Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, Balzac, Flaubert, Kafka, and García Márquez. As Yan explains, there … Read the rest

Bruce McLaren’s ‘Jolly Green Giant’ unearthed after 57 years

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The first McLaren badged car affectionately called, ‘ Jolly Green Giant’ was unveiled by Bonhams and will be part of their Goodwood Revival sale September 17th.

*Bruce McLaren starting from pole position in the 1964 Goodwood Tourist Trophy in his 1964 Cooper-Zerex-Oldsmobile ‘Jolly Green Giant’*
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Bonhams – One of motor racing’s most legendary classic sports-racing cars, Bruce McLaren’s 1964 Cooper-Zerex-Oldsmobile ‘Jolly Green Giant’ – which became something of a long-lost ‘Holy Grail’ – has been unearthed and returned … Read the rest

For Sale: 1974 Scampi 30 Mark IV

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Stock 069785 Motivated Seller will consider any reasonable offer Great coastal cruiser rigged for single handing with a Swedish pedigree that can t be ignored Check out this 1974 Scampi 30 This is a great Swedish designed and built sailing boat that won gold internationally in 2 consecutive years …
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Android smartphone makers, stop doing this! – ZDNet

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Android smartphone makers, stop doing this! ZDNet
“smartphone” – Google News

Travel Trailers vs 5th Wheels: 33 Differences to Know

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We’ve sometimes seen 5th wheels referred to as “travel trailers.” But while both are towables, they’re actually not the same type of RV. In fact, there are some pretty significant differences between the two, so we thought we’d take a closer look at travel trailers vs 5th wheels, and point out what sets them apart from one another.

Run through this article with us, and you’ll have a pretty good understanding of the differences between 5th wheels and travel trailers.… Read the rest

48 STATES

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After much of the country’s leadership is assassinated by terrorists in a coordinated attack at the White House, Secretary of State Elizabeth Cunningham reluctantly becomes the American president. In an effort to not have to rely on Middle Eastern oil, Cunningham evacuates millions of people from North Dakota and Wyoming in order to turn them into oil-producing “Energy Territories.” These territories, run by a ruthless security firm, quickly become lawless areas where anything goes. Army veteran and widow Jennifer “River” … Read the rest