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O'Faoláin, Seán
(Encyclopedia) O'Faoláin, SeánO'Faoláin, Seánshôn ōfălˈən [key], 1900–1991, Irish writer. The relation of the individual to society was often the theme of his novels and stories. He frequently wrote…dream
(Encyclopedia) dream, mental activity associated with the rapid-eye-movement (REM) period of sleep. It is commonly made up of a number of visual images, scenes or thoughts expressed in terms of…Brewer's: Midsummer Madness
Olivia says to Malvolio, “Why, this is very midsummer madness” (Twelfth Night, iii. 4). The reference is to the rabies of dogs, which is generally brought on by Midsummer heat. Source:…Big Night
Directors: Campbell Scott and Stanley Tucci Writers: Joseph Tropiano and Stanley Tucci Director of Photography: Ken Kelsch Editor: Suzy Elmiger Music: Gary DeMichele…Gunnarsson, Gunnar
(Encyclopedia) Gunnarsson, GunnarGunnarsson, Gunnargüˈnär güˈnärsôn [key], 1889–1975, Icelandic novelist. Gunnarsson lived abroad until 1939, when he returned to Iceland. Through his early works,…fairy
(Encyclopedia) fairy, in folklore, one of a variety of supernatural beings endowed with the powers of magic and enchantment. Belief in fairies has existed from earliest times, and literatures all…Brook, Peter
(Encyclopedia) Brook, Peter, 1925–, English theatrical director, b. London, grad. Oxford (1943). An innovative, unconventional, and controversial figure, Brook mounts energetic productions in which…How the Planets and Satellites Got Their Names
Source: The U.S. Geological SurveyMERCURY Named for the winged Roman god of travel because it appears to move so swiftly.VENUS Roman name for the goddess of love. This planet was considered…1935 Academy Awards
The 1935 Academy Awards were presented March 5, 1936 at the Biltmore Hotel, Los Angeles.Outstanding ProductionAlice Adams (RKO Radio)Broadway Melody of 1936 (MGM)Captain Blood (Cosmopolitan…1982–1983 Obie Awards
Best New American PlayTina Howe, Harry Kondoleon and David Mamet shared the $1,000 prize.PlaywritingCaryl Churchill, Top GirlsTina Howe, distinguished playwritingHarry Kondoleon, most…Trending
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