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1000 tulosta hakusanalla Jocelyn Brooke

Ronald Firbank and John Betjeman

Ronald Firbank and John Betjeman

Jocelyn Brooke

Hassell Street Press
2021
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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Ronald Firbank and John Betjeman

Ronald Firbank and John Betjeman

Jocelyn Brooke

Hassell Street Press
2021
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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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The Orchid Trilogy

The Orchid Trilogy

Jocelyn Brooke

Macmillan Bello
2017
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A disarming, lyrical hybrid of fiction and autobiography, this forgotten masterpiece of post-war English fiction follows a small boy through his First World War childhood and teenage years on the Kentish coast, then into the army and frontline service in the Second World War. Obsessed by his strange twin passions for orchids and for fireworks, the author-narrator paints a haunting portrait of a childhood and adulthood interleaved with one another in a near-mystical rural idyll. Defined by his unspoken homosexuality, the books capture the unfolding of a melancholy, often painfully sensitive male consciousness.First published in the late 1940s as three separate but interlinked volumes – “The Military Orchid”; “A Mine of Serpents” and “The Goose Cathedral” – The Orchid Trilogy conjures up a rapturous, fantastical portrait of England at war and peace in the 20th century. Witty, subtle and deceptively simple, this unjustly neglected classic that has yet to be surpassed in its exploration of the magical world of childhood.One of those too-rare books whose enjoyability makes it seem too short – Elizabeth BowenIt is a kind of collage of sharply drawn bits of real life, excellently described and artistically arranged – Stephen SpenderReminiscence and reflection and description are woven together to make a curious and fascinating tapestry – David CecilMr. Brooke's finely shaped prose, his wit, percipience, and liveliness in the description of people, places, and states of mind are a rare delight – The ScotsmanA sad, funny, densely detailed yet continuously readable experience – The ObserverOne of the most exciting creative artists of our time and one who will consistently evade all the literary categories – John Pudney
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The Dog at Clambercrown

The Dog at Clambercrown

Jocelyn Brooke

Macmillan Bello
2017
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The Dog at Clambercrown takes its name from a mysterious pub - seductive and frightening, never visited, only heard of – that fascinates Brooke’s child narrator in this beautiful and utterly original work of autobiographical fiction.Both a journey through Europe and a return to the forbidden kingdoms of a Kentish childhood, the novel interweaves past and present as Brooke, responding to the magical potency of “Abroad”, summons the obsessions and terrors of his youth, and conjures an almost pagan vision of the English countryside – even as he sits down to tea with the Sicilian mafia.First published in 1955, The Dog at Clambercrown epitomises what Anthony Powell termed as Brooke’s unique genre of “reminiscence lightly touched with fiction”. Disarmingly clever, deliciously opinionated and irrepressibly amusing, this neglected classic of gay literature is ripe for rediscovery.‘One of the most interesting and talented of contemporary writers’ – Anthony Powell‘He is subtle as the devil’ – John Betjeman‘Here is a writer possessed by the magic—the voodoo—of childhood’ ­– New Statesman
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The Scapegoat

The Scapegoat

Jocelyn Brooke

Macmillan Bello
2017
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When Duncan Cameron’s mother dies, he is sent to live with his Uncle Gerald on a remote farm in Kent. What follows is a hypnotic tale of psychological suspense as this boy on the cusp of manhood enters his only living relative’s ultra-masculine world of; a dark, erotically charged landscape in an England teetering on the brink of the Second World War.Originally published in 1948, The Scapegoat was Jocelyn Brooke’s first novel and, as with many of his other works, occupies a fascinating space between fiction and autobiography. Described by novelist Peter Cameron as ‘almost unbelievably subversive and kinky’, this unjustly neglected classic of gay fiction offers a quiet depiction of a childhood adrift in silence and despair, and a beautifully wrought exploration of masculinity.“He is subtle as the devil” - John Betjeman“Jocelyn Brooke is a great writer. . . . If you care enough for literature, seek out The Scapegoat” - Elizabeth Bowen“It could not have been written more delicately or sensitively” - Sean O'Faolian“Exceptionally well-written”- Desmond MacCarthy
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The Image of a Drawn Sword

The Image of a Drawn Sword

Jocelyn Brooke

Macmillan Bello
2017
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The calm of Reynard Langrish’s quietly predictable life is shattered when, on a night of rain-swept storm, a stranger – a young soldier called Captain Archer - appears at his remote Kentish cottage. He takes Langrish to an ancient hill fort and introduces him to the men under his command, all of whom share a mysterious tattoo – two snakes entwined around a drawn sword – and are engaged in preparations to defend against a nameless menace, referred to only as ‘the Emergency’.As the dreamlike narrative rapidly accelerates into Kafkaesque nightmare, Langrish is drawn into a world where illusion, paranoia, and reality unite with lethal consequences, and disorienting shifts of time and perception culminate in a terrifying moment of pure horror.Originally published in 1950, The Image of a Drawn Sword is steeped in the themes and images that occupy much of Brooke’s writing – the relentlessness of time, suppressed homosexuality, condemned love, self-hatred, and futility; and, above all, an England that was both real and uniquely his own, a mystical, half-known natural world.‘In its way not inferior to Kafka . . . [it has] a haunting, sinister quality’ – Anthony Powell‘Seldom have naturalism and fantasy been more strangely merged’ – Elizabeth Bowen‘He is subtle as the devil’ – John Betjeman‘The skill and intensity of the writing made peculiarly haunting this cry of complaint on behalf of a bewildered Man’ – Pamela Hansford Johnson, Daily Telegraph
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Conventional Weapons

Conventional Weapons

Jocelyn Brooke

Macmillan Bello
2017
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Brittle, effeminate and perennially untalented, Nigel Tuffnell-Greene has little in common with his high-achieving and ultra-masculine elder brother, Geoffrey, whom he worships and detests – hating him with a passion almost indistinguishable from love. In Conventional Weapons the reader is introduced to a stratum of English middle-class society before and after World War II as the divergent paths of the two brothers unfold. Geoffrey joins the army, marries and sets up in business, but eventually ends up an exile in Malta; Nigel drifts into a seedy London life of drinking, parties and half-hearted gay liaisons, and finds some fame as an artist and novelist. With an astonishing appreciation of their deeper character traits, which remain unspoken and barely revealed, Brooke explores the shared fragility beneath the surface of these seemingly polarised lives. Beautiful, subtle and immensely powerful, his impeccable prose is never better than in this late novel.‘One of the most interesting and talented of contemporary writers’ – Anthony Powell‘He is subtle as the devil’ – John Betjeman‘Mr Brooke has ploughed his English corner of The Waste Land between the two world wars with a dexterity that compels our harrowed admiration’ – Harold Acton
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The Military Orchid

The Military Orchid

Jocelyn Brooke

Little Toller Books
2012
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Jocelyn Brooke's love affair with wild flowers and home-made fireworks began when he was growing up in Kent and exploring the countryside of the the Elham Valley. But there was one particular flower, especially rare and beautiful which became an obsession. Over three decades and through two world wars, in the deserts of Libya and the woodlands of Italy, in the chalk downs of Kent, Sussex and Hampshire, he searched continually for his most beloved and elusive Orchis militaris, the military orchid.Against the backdrop of his quintessentially English upbringing and his army career, with ts wonderful cast of snobbish neighbours, eccentric public school teachers and bullish staff sergeants, Jocelyn Brooke blends memoir, botany and satire to recall his lifelong quest. The Military Orchid is a comic masterpiece and became widely revered: Kingsley Amis decribed Brooke as "brilliant and exciting", John Betjeman called him "as subtle as the devil", and to Anthony Powell he was "one of the most interesting and talented" writers to emerge after the Second World War.
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Mend My Broken Heart

Mend My Broken Heart

Jocelyn Soriano

Independently Published
2019
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This book is a result of years of listening to real people who have real hurts and who struggle with the pain of not knowing how to heal a broken heart. For more than 10 years, Jocelyn Soriano has been a go-to friend, author and prayer partner and has helped inspire people through her writings. WHAT OTHER PEOPLE ARE SAYING: WHAT SAYING GOODBYE DOESN'T MEAN Perfectly written This what I have gone through Thank you for making me see that there are times we really have to say goodbye. No matter how painful it may seem, goodbyes are essential parts of life for we need to move on towards something better. God bless you, Joyce Thanks for being part of my healing process. Though I am still a work in progress, I am taking baby steps towards hope... - Rissa that was so inspiring...it really comes to an end that even you love a person, still you need to let go..and doesnt mean that your weak enough...but you just need to it for the better and best for both of you..i just need to give up a relationship because i know that was the best thing to do for both of us and i just want him to be happy..thank you joyce that was so wonderful and inspiring one. - Evie HOW DO YOU DEAL WITH EMOTIONAL PAIN? Very well-written piece, and I especially like the point about protecting your joy. - Daphne, Joyful Days I got strength reading your article. The approach is simple and practical. i just wonder why people seems happy to hurt your feelings...anyway the best i could do is to pray for them. thank you so much and God bless. - Grace I read this entry and i was totally amazed...It was very well written Jo..I like it. It's a good realization for me, Its true that in every pain we really have to learn how to accept it, ask God's guidance, take time to rest and let go of the pain and moved on, in order for us to find happiness and joy in life... You touched me with your entry.. Two thumbs up - Nasreen joyce, you write like an angel...inspiring... thank you...ive been going through a lot the past few months... - Agnes I have so much anger in me that I don't know how to let it go. By reading what you wrote made me feel like there may be hope for me still. - Jessica I agree with your solutions to dealing with pain, especially the one about taking it one day at a time. Its important to remember that the pain will go away eventually. - Cat, Self-Help Healing Arts A BROKEN HEART'S PRAYER This prayer fits me to the exact detail right now, I am going through it. Thank you Lord for your gift of words through this person who wrote it and Bless them... Thank you. - Silvia As I slowly read through the prayer I can't believe that I am reading is exactly the same sentiments that i can't even organize in my thoughts. When you are hurting from a broken heart, it takes you to different phases of grief, anger, despair, negotiation until you reach acceptance. The path to recovery is like an uphill battle with no direction in life.I fear going home alone because anywhere I turn inside it I am reminded of him. My tears may have subsided but the pain in my heart hasn't. I pray with those who prayed this prayer and pray for those who need it like I do. - Rissa What a beautiful prayer... voiced my pain word for word. It brought tears to my eyes and hope to my heart. Bless us all, in our time of need. - Finding Peace MEND MY BROKEN HEART is meant to guide you with its rich words of wisdom, answering your deepest and most painful questions, and guiding you with powerful reflections and activities to help you heal your broken heart.
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Broken and Divided

Broken and Divided

Jocelyn Whitfield

WestBow Press
2018
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You may wonder what has happened to the Church's influence in our society today. Why does Christ's Church appear weak and impotent? Scripture says that we are Christ's Church, His Body, and the lights and salt of the world. When we look at our world, communities, the local church, and even our lives, the Light of Christ has dimmed. People are asking this question. Where is Christ's Church? Why have we not invaded the world and the churches with the glorious Light of Christ? Could it be that we are more interested in everything (politics, legislative issues, profiting, our agenda) rather than proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ, making disciples, taking on Christ's agenda as ours, and living righteous and holy lives? Could it be that we are worshipping things and people more than we worship God? Could be that we have neglected the ministry of the Holy Spirit? Could it be that we have forgotten our divine purpose and what we have been created for? Our purpose is clear- we have a mission to fulfill- to turn this world upside down with the powerful gospel of Jesus Christ and usher in His Kingdom of grace, redemption, righteousness, love and justice. This book identifies some of the hindrances that may have dimmed the light of the Church of Jesus Christ, and what we can do reverse these. It is also my hope that this book will also remind us that we have been called to be Christ's Ambassadors, citizens of His Kingdom and government. We are His representatives who have been given a charge-to introduce others to the King of King and Lord of Lords, and then to equip them to do the same- for the purpose of expanding His Kingdom on earth.
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Broken and Divided

Broken and Divided

Jocelyn Whitfield

WestBow Press
2018
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You may wonder what has happened to the Church's influence in our society today. Why does Christ's Church appear weak and impotent? Scripture says that we are Christ's Church, His Body, and the lights and salt of the world. When we look at our world, communities, the local church, and even our lives, the Light of Christ has dimmed. People are asking this question. Where is Christ's Church? Why have we not invaded the world and the churches with the glorious Light of Christ? Could it be that we are more interested in everything (politics, legislative issues, profiting, our agenda) rather than proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ, making disciples, taking on Christ's agenda as ours, and living righteous and holy lives? Could it be that we are worshipping things and people more than we worship God? Could be that we have neglected the ministry of the Holy Spirit? Could it be that we have forgotten our divine purpose and what we have been created for? Our purpose is clear- we have a mission to fulfill- to turn this world upside down with the powerful gospel of Jesus Christ and usher in His Kingdom of grace, redemption, righteousness, love and justice. This book identifies some of the hindrances that may have dimmed the light of the Church of Jesus Christ, and what we can do reverse these. It is also my hope that this book will also remind us that we have been called to be Christ's Ambassadors, citizens of His Kingdom and government. We are His representatives who have been given a charge-to introduce others to the King of King and Lord of Lords, and then to equip them to do the same- for the purpose of expanding His Kingdom on earth.
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Beautifully Broken

Beautifully Broken

Jocelyne Soto

Mystic Luna Publishing, LLC
2021
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Everyone has a broken piece eating at them.Some are just better at hiding that broken piece than others. I'm the type of person that hides everything she feels.At least, I try to.There are moments where I just want to let the broken piece take me away, so I don't have to live with the guilt anymore.But when an old face comes into my life, I try my hardest to keep my broken pieces away from him. I try my hardest to not let my broken self show.It was working, I was doing it. Until I gave in and shattered everything.I want to give this man in my life, everything that I have.I want to open up to him, give him my heart.But I doubt he wants to be with someone that is so broken like meBEAUTIFULLY BROKEN is a complete standalone college romance. This book contains content warnings. For more information pertaining to content warning, please visit my website.
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