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In this study, the author looks at the role the warrior-hero plays within a set of predetermined political and social constraints. The hero if not a sword-wielding barbarian, bent only upon establishing his own fame; such fame-seekers (including some famous medieval literary figures) might even fall outside the definition of the Germanic hero, the real value of whose deeds are given meaning only within the political construct. Individual prowess is not enough. The hero must conquer the blows of fate because he is committed to the conquest of chaos, and over all to the need for social stability. Even the warrior-hero's concern with his reputation is usually expressed negatively: that the wrong songs are not sung about him. The author discusses works in Old English, Old and Middle High German, Old Norse, Latin and Old French, deliberately going beyond what is normally thought of as "heroic poetry" to include the German so-called "minstrel epic" and a work by a writer who is normally classified as a late medieval chivalric poet, Konrad von Wurzburg, the comparison of which with "Beowulf" allows us to span half a millennium.

This is the second novel in the Age of Dragons series.This is the story of the life of Alexandria Dragonhater the speaker of the goddess of balance. After loosing her husband she finds herself in a strange world made more strange by the fact that her son, who was conceived in a future only she can remember, is marked with a grand destiny minutes after his birth. Journeying through the world and life she is hampered by the fact that as the Paladin of Gaia, she must constantly fight to save the balance of good and evil. While Alex is trying to live her life, her son does the same as he grows from a child into a man with great powers. His journey is hindered by the fact that he is world famous almost from the moment he is born. Just when both Alex and her son begin to figure things out, their greatest foe reappears and threatens the world.

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A telling of the life of a man in modern America. A story full of violence, fear, heartbreak, love, and hope. A raw and honest telling of the American life. You will read about a childhood ruined by political influences, turbulent times as a teenager, a failed marriage, a journey of discovery, the power of redemption, and a rebuilt life as police officer experiencing the best and worst of humanity. Despite these troubles, there is the constant hope and promise found in the American Dream. Roland O'Brian tells his story. Yet, it isn't just his story, it is the story of America. You will be called to reflect on your own life, the lives you have touched, and the impact you on others. "Roland O'Brian's memoir recounts in frank and vivid detail the author's journey..." "...O'Brian's experiences are unique yet relatable, and he describes them with vigor and insight...", excerpt from the 2019 Booklife Prize review."Dude. You got me. This IS exactly what WE need right now. To get connected again and relate on common, emotional grounds. I think this book will be a winner, Roland." -David De La Torre

A shocking story, full of hatred, violence, fear, and heartbreak. Never before has the American life been told in such a raw and honest story. This man's story tells it all. Feel the heartbreak, experience the joys, come along for the journey, and feel the freedom. Real Life American tells the story of life in America for the common man. From trials and tribulations of a rural childhood spoiled by political influence, through the turbulent teenage years while trying to discover who he is, to a failed marriage ending in heartbreak. Ending up as cop experiencing the worst moments humanity has to offer. Through it all, there remains the promise and hope found in the American Dream.Roland O'Brian tells his story. It is is not just his own story, but it is also the American story. You will not be able to resist reflecting your own life and the lives you have touched. You will be called to think about the significant impact we all have. This is real life. This is America."Dude. I just read the prologue. You got me. This IS exactly what WE need right now. To get connected again and relate on common, emotional grounds. I think this book will be a winner, Roland. Can't wait to read more of it." -David from California

Our dynamical model provides a good description of (a) the kinship network amongst domains within a single structural domain fold (b) the dynamics of the discovery of new folds. We thus present convincing evidence of the divergent scenario of protein evolution.

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