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This book presents a cultural history of the Greek tragedy and its influence on subsequent Greek and Roman art and literature.

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A pioneering exploration of form, meaning, theme and function in African American slang, illustrated with thousands of contextual examples.

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A beautifully packaged edition of one of García Márquez's most beloved novels, with never-before-seen color illustrations by the Chilean artist Luisa Rivera and an interior design created by the author's son, Gonzalo García Barcha.