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Sunday, August 26, 2007
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Mona Lisa,,, Amon L'Isa
The world famous Mona Lisa.
(above) The right part of Mona Lisa is covered and she doesn’t look any different except a little more feminine.
(above) Mona Lisa again but this time the left side is covered, and you can now notice the striking difference, it looks like a male not female. Egyptian god of fertility Amon and Egyptian godess of fertility L'isa, thier names combine to form Mona Lisa. Again here we see the
tendency to combine male and female, like we saw in the chalise and the blade.
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Animorphs
Here are some few of the animorphs books, there are total of 54 books, and the last part is the topmost picture. And the one immediately above is the first. The author is Katherine Applegate or KA Applegate.
J.R.R Tolkien
There are very few people who have never heard the name "The Lord Of The Rings". The master of fantasy J.R.R Tolkien was born on 3rd January, 1892 at Bloemfontein in the Orange Free State. Tolkien spent a happy childhood in the countryside and his sensibility to the rural landscape can clearly be seen in his writing. His mother died when he was only twelve. The Hobbit became a super sensational hit, his publisher, Stanley Unwin, asked for a sequel to 'The Hobbit' and gradually Tolkien wrote 'The Lord of the Rings', a huge story that took twelve years to complete.
Mario Puzo
American novelist, best-known for his Godfather saga. The novel stayed on The New York Times' best-seller list for sixty-seven weeks. Puzo's book had a deep impact on American society through its film adaptation, and the saying "I'll make him an offer he can't refuse" has became a cliché. The detailed peculiar information about the mafia in his books has reised questions about his contacts with gangsters and the mafia itself, however, Puzo always claimed that he had never met a gangster in his life before the book appeared.
THE GODFATHER WAS THE BEST BOOK PUZO EVER WROTE, SICILIAN ANDTHE LAST DON ARE ALSO EXCELLENT BUT HIS OTHER BOOKS ARE NOT SO GOOD.
Monday, August 13, 2007
An interview with Christopher Paolini
September 2003
TRC: Tell us how you created the land of Alagaësia. How long did it take you to develop the history, glossary of terms, and the names of your characters?
CP: I roughed out the main history of Alagaësia before I began writing ERAGON. Beyond that I usually created the details and information as needed. For example, I did not draw the map until it became important to see where Eragon was traveling, although once I did, I started to get history and plot ideas from seeing the landscape depicted.
The names of my characters and places are derived from Old Norse, German, Old English, and Russian sources, as well as from my invented languages. Picking the right name is a process that can take days, weeks, or even years. If I have difficulty choosing the correct moniker, I use a placeholder name until a replacement suggests itself.
The glossary took a few hours to compile, after ERAGON was finished.
TRC: Who is your favorite character in ERAGON? Why?
CP: That would be Saphira, the dragon. Why is a bit harder. She was always the genesis of Eragon's transformation and growth-I was thrilled by the idea of a young man becoming linked with a dragon. As I wrote Saphira, I made her the best friend anyone could have: loyal, funny, brave, intelligent, and noble. She transcended that, however, and became her own person, fiercely independent and proud.
I love writing about dragons, especially Saphira. Part of what makes her so appealing is that Eragon cares for her from the moment she hatches. That makes their relationship very different than if he had suddenly joined up with an age-old dragon. This way, they're both young and exploring the world for the first time.
Saphira is so intelligent, there were times I felt like she was looking out at me and saying, "What do you want!" It's bit frightening to be at the mercy of an imaginary creature within your own head. You have no defenses.
TRC: Can you share what readers can expect from the next two installments in this trilogy?
CP: The same breathtaking locations, thrilling battles, and searching introspection as Eragon, in addition to true love.
TRC: Why did you decide to self-publish ERAGON? How did you go about doing this?
CP: My family and I chose to self-publish ERAGON because we wanted to retain financial and creative control over the book. Also, we were excited by the prospect of working on this project as a family.
TRC: You made headlines in several genre-oriented publications for the sale of your first book and two follow-ups to Knopf/Random House. What can you remember about the day you were told Knopf wanted the books? How did you celebrate?
CP: I first heard from Knopf --- specifically my editor-to-be Michelle Frey --- while I was in Seattle at the Northwest Bookfest, promoting the original edition of ERAGON. My first reaction was one of disbelief, since I had no idea how Michelle could have heard about ERAGON. This was quickly followed by cautious optimism; after all, I had no idea what terms Knopf was willing to offer. Once I did, My family and I were screaming with excitement, a feeling that we still retain every time we look at the new ERAGON.
TRC: Your book was reviewed as a self-published title and more reviews are expected to pour in since the books is now available from Knopf. Do you read reviews of your own work? Why or why not?
CP: Yes, I read reviews of my work, although sometimes I wish that I hadn't, even when it is a good review! Why? Because everyone thinks about your work in a slightly different way, and if their views don't correspond with yours, it can be unsettling to see how your writing is interpreted. It can even make you change your writing style in an attempt to emphasize the elements that you think readers have ignored. Despite this, I continue to read reviews because I believe that it's important to know how people are affected by ERAGON, because I sometimes learn something valuable about my writing, and also because of the wonderful stories that I often hear from fans --- such as the woman who enjoyed ERAGON so much, she named her pet tarantula Saphira, after the dragon in my book!
TRC: What fantasy writers inspire you? Why? What other genres and authors do you enjoy reading?
CP: Philip Pullman, Mervyn Peake, J.R.R. Tolkien, E.R. Eddison, Garth Nix, Octavia Butler, and many, many more. I enjoy reading these authors for their interesting takes on fantasy. Peake and Eddison both use incredibly rich, inventive language; Tolkien created one of the first immersive fantasy worlds; Nix has created a great world and story; Butler's ideas are second to none; and Pullman has it all. He is a master storyteller.
I also love science fiction. DUNE, by Frank Herbert is a favorite, along with mysteries, horror, thrillers, the classics . . . anything so long as it's good!
TRC: What is it about fantasy and science fiction that speaks to so many readers on a number of levels? What does the genre "mean" to you?
CP: It's hard to attribute the success of science fiction and fantasy to any one element. Both genres are far too diverse to be able to point to just one thing and say, "This is why people love these books." However, I believe that a large part of their appeal comes from the exercise of pure imagination and flights of fancy, as well as the intellectual delight of attempting to extrapolate the evolution of technology.
I enjoy fantasy because it allows me to visit lands that have never existed, to see things that never could exist, to experience daring adventures with interesting characters, and, most importantly, to feel the sense of magic in the world.
TRC: When did you "know" you wanted to write professionally?
CP: I've known for a long time that I wanted to tell stories, with books, movies, or theater. In fact, ERAGON was originally an idea for a movie. I never intended to become an author; writing ERAGON was just a wild challenge for myself, an attempt to produce a book-length work, without any intention of publishing it. Of course, since it worked out so well, I've continued to pursue it.
TRC: What has surprised you the most about being a published author?
CP: The number of people around the country who have embraced and supported ERAGON with their incredible enthusiasm.
TRC: How have your friends, family, and local community reacted to your status as a published author?
CP: My family has done nothing but encourage and help me throughout the course of writing and promoting ERAGON. They are delighted with the book's success. Our friends and community were surprised at first when I was published, then more than happy to have another local author . . . especially one so young!
TRC: What has been your most memorable fan encounter so far?
CP: I'm particularly fond of the time when I arm-wrestled a young man to get him to read ERAGON. Fortunately I won! The most memorable event, though, has to be when Carl Hiaasen's stepson bought a copy of ERAGON in Montana and loved it so much, Carl recommended it to an editor at Alfred A. Knopf. This one incident has completely changed my life.
TRC: Due to your age and your accelerated publishing career, you have a unique history as a novelist! What writing/publishing advice do you give to aspiring writers of any age?
CP: Three simple things: Write about what excites and moves you the most, otherwise your enthusiasm will never sustain you through an entire novel; be persistent and disciplined, otherwise someone more determined will take your place; and be humble enough to accept editorial criticism and learn all you can about your craft.
TRC: In your opinion, what is the hardest part of writing a novel? Why?
CP: The hardest part is maintaining the two points I mentioned above: persistence and discipline. It's far too easy to get distracted from your work, or tire of it and find a simpler project. The true sign of a professional writer is that he or she can-and does-write every day, even without feeling inspired. Writing is not a gift from the gods. It does not spring fully formed from the author's brow. Writing is a craft, and, like any craft, you must practice, practice, practice to hone your skills. This can get boring if you feel that all you must do is connect with your muse and a new best-seller will flow forth. Alas, no. And even if you are a seasoned author and acclimated to the work of writing, it is still dangerously easy to become engaged in minor tasks that-like insidious, scaly carnivores-consume your precious minutes.
TRC: We live in a time when young people have numerous choices for entertainment. What would you like to say to people who may be hesitant about reading a book for "fun?"
CP: Books are the greatest device for transporting you into another person's mind. Movies excel at depicting action with a bit of talk, theater excels at depicting talk with a bit of action, and radio is all talk. But books can take you deeper into people's thoughts and feelings than any other media. Until we invent telepathy, books are our best choice for understanding the rest of humanity.
TRC: Tell us how you created the land of Alagaësia. How long did it take you to develop the history, glossary of terms, and the names of your characters?
CP: I roughed out the main history of Alagaësia before I began writing ERAGON. Beyond that I usually created the details and information as needed. For example, I did not draw the map until it became important to see where Eragon was traveling, although once I did, I started to get history and plot ideas from seeing the landscape depicted.
The names of my characters and places are derived from Old Norse, German, Old English, and Russian sources, as well as from my invented languages. Picking the right name is a process that can take days, weeks, or even years. If I have difficulty choosing the correct moniker, I use a placeholder name until a replacement suggests itself.
The glossary took a few hours to compile, after ERAGON was finished.
TRC: Who is your favorite character in ERAGON? Why?
CP: That would be Saphira, the dragon. Why is a bit harder. She was always the genesis of Eragon's transformation and growth-I was thrilled by the idea of a young man becoming linked with a dragon. As I wrote Saphira, I made her the best friend anyone could have: loyal, funny, brave, intelligent, and noble. She transcended that, however, and became her own person, fiercely independent and proud.
I love writing about dragons, especially Saphira. Part of what makes her so appealing is that Eragon cares for her from the moment she hatches. That makes their relationship very different than if he had suddenly joined up with an age-old dragon. This way, they're both young and exploring the world for the first time.
Saphira is so intelligent, there were times I felt like she was looking out at me and saying, "What do you want!" It's bit frightening to be at the mercy of an imaginary creature within your own head. You have no defenses.
TRC: Can you share what readers can expect from the next two installments in this trilogy?
CP: The same breathtaking locations, thrilling battles, and searching introspection as Eragon, in addition to true love.
TRC: Why did you decide to self-publish ERAGON? How did you go about doing this?
CP: My family and I chose to self-publish ERAGON because we wanted to retain financial and creative control over the book. Also, we were excited by the prospect of working on this project as a family.
TRC: You made headlines in several genre-oriented publications for the sale of your first book and two follow-ups to Knopf/Random House. What can you remember about the day you were told Knopf wanted the books? How did you celebrate?
CP: I first heard from Knopf --- specifically my editor-to-be Michelle Frey --- while I was in Seattle at the Northwest Bookfest, promoting the original edition of ERAGON. My first reaction was one of disbelief, since I had no idea how Michelle could have heard about ERAGON. This was quickly followed by cautious optimism; after all, I had no idea what terms Knopf was willing to offer. Once I did, My family and I were screaming with excitement, a feeling that we still retain every time we look at the new ERAGON.
TRC: Your book was reviewed as a self-published title and more reviews are expected to pour in since the books is now available from Knopf. Do you read reviews of your own work? Why or why not?
CP: Yes, I read reviews of my work, although sometimes I wish that I hadn't, even when it is a good review! Why? Because everyone thinks about your work in a slightly different way, and if their views don't correspond with yours, it can be unsettling to see how your writing is interpreted. It can even make you change your writing style in an attempt to emphasize the elements that you think readers have ignored. Despite this, I continue to read reviews because I believe that it's important to know how people are affected by ERAGON, because I sometimes learn something valuable about my writing, and also because of the wonderful stories that I often hear from fans --- such as the woman who enjoyed ERAGON so much, she named her pet tarantula Saphira, after the dragon in my book!
TRC: What fantasy writers inspire you? Why? What other genres and authors do you enjoy reading?
CP: Philip Pullman, Mervyn Peake, J.R.R. Tolkien, E.R. Eddison, Garth Nix, Octavia Butler, and many, many more. I enjoy reading these authors for their interesting takes on fantasy. Peake and Eddison both use incredibly rich, inventive language; Tolkien created one of the first immersive fantasy worlds; Nix has created a great world and story; Butler's ideas are second to none; and Pullman has it all. He is a master storyteller.
I also love science fiction. DUNE, by Frank Herbert is a favorite, along with mysteries, horror, thrillers, the classics . . . anything so long as it's good!
TRC: What is it about fantasy and science fiction that speaks to so many readers on a number of levels? What does the genre "mean" to you?
CP: It's hard to attribute the success of science fiction and fantasy to any one element. Both genres are far too diverse to be able to point to just one thing and say, "This is why people love these books." However, I believe that a large part of their appeal comes from the exercise of pure imagination and flights of fancy, as well as the intellectual delight of attempting to extrapolate the evolution of technology.
I enjoy fantasy because it allows me to visit lands that have never existed, to see things that never could exist, to experience daring adventures with interesting characters, and, most importantly, to feel the sense of magic in the world.
TRC: When did you "know" you wanted to write professionally?
CP: I've known for a long time that I wanted to tell stories, with books, movies, or theater. In fact, ERAGON was originally an idea for a movie. I never intended to become an author; writing ERAGON was just a wild challenge for myself, an attempt to produce a book-length work, without any intention of publishing it. Of course, since it worked out so well, I've continued to pursue it.
TRC: What has surprised you the most about being a published author?
CP: The number of people around the country who have embraced and supported ERAGON with their incredible enthusiasm.
TRC: How have your friends, family, and local community reacted to your status as a published author?
CP: My family has done nothing but encourage and help me throughout the course of writing and promoting ERAGON. They are delighted with the book's success. Our friends and community were surprised at first when I was published, then more than happy to have another local author . . . especially one so young!
TRC: What has been your most memorable fan encounter so far?
CP: I'm particularly fond of the time when I arm-wrestled a young man to get him to read ERAGON. Fortunately I won! The most memorable event, though, has to be when Carl Hiaasen's stepson bought a copy of ERAGON in Montana and loved it so much, Carl recommended it to an editor at Alfred A. Knopf. This one incident has completely changed my life.
TRC: Due to your age and your accelerated publishing career, you have a unique history as a novelist! What writing/publishing advice do you give to aspiring writers of any age?
CP: Three simple things: Write about what excites and moves you the most, otherwise your enthusiasm will never sustain you through an entire novel; be persistent and disciplined, otherwise someone more determined will take your place; and be humble enough to accept editorial criticism and learn all you can about your craft.
TRC: In your opinion, what is the hardest part of writing a novel? Why?
CP: The hardest part is maintaining the two points I mentioned above: persistence and discipline. It's far too easy to get distracted from your work, or tire of it and find a simpler project. The true sign of a professional writer is that he or she can-and does-write every day, even without feeling inspired. Writing is not a gift from the gods. It does not spring fully formed from the author's brow. Writing is a craft, and, like any craft, you must practice, practice, practice to hone your skills. This can get boring if you feel that all you must do is connect with your muse and a new best-seller will flow forth. Alas, no. And even if you are a seasoned author and acclimated to the work of writing, it is still dangerously easy to become engaged in minor tasks that-like insidious, scaly carnivores-consume your precious minutes.
TRC: We live in a time when young people have numerous choices for entertainment. What would you like to say to people who may be hesitant about reading a book for "fun?"
CP: Books are the greatest device for transporting you into another person's mind. Movies excel at depicting action with a bit of talk, theater excels at depicting talk with a bit of action, and radio is all talk. But books can take you deeper into people's thoughts and feelings than any other media. Until we invent telepathy, books are our best choice for understanding the rest of humanity.
Harry Potter Covers
Sunday, August 12, 2007
Leonardo Da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci, a man said to be well beyond his time, is perhaps the most famous painter in the world. He compleated only about 31 paintaings in has life! But has done extensive reasearch in human body and many other fields. He was said to be 'naughty' because, as those who have read the da vinci code know, he hid codes and meanings in his paintings in such brilliancy that you remain spellbounded. The above are the two self potraits he made of himself, but if you see closely, both paintings differ in many points, even though they were made by leonardo himself! Now thats what you call naughty.
cryptex
Cryptex in the da vinci code, in which one of the codes is hidden. this was also designed by Leonardo Da Vinci.
An actually Cryptex.
The last supper theory
That looks like a women (Mary) when it was supposed to be 13 people on the table. And her dress color is exactly inverse to Jesus' while none other's is.
Look at that circle that points at the man making the "kill" gesture at supposedly Mary. There should have been 13 men at the table but doesn't that person to the left of Jesus look like a women? then look at the second lower circle, if you look closely there is a hand clutching a dagger, which does not belong to any of his disciples.
Saturday, August 11, 2007
Actual pictures of places and objects which make the Theory. (for people who have read Da vinci code, those who havent, read it first, then see this)
The Grave of Issac Newton mentioned in the book, remember the "orb missing on Newton's tomb?"
This is the Vituvian man, a design by Leonardo Da Vinci, and the position in which Jacques Saunière dies.
The Da Vinci Code conspiracy
Dan Brown the author of the Da Vinci Code was born and raised in Exeter New Hampshire. He has received huge criticism over his book. Now we should ask ourselves, why? His book is based on the Holy Grail and the bloodline of Christ. He is giving his point of view, it his his opinion if we or somebody did not like it listen to somebody else. this concept of bloodline is not new, it is very very old, it is the in the books like Holy Blood Holy Grail, bloodline etc...
I found is book immensely entertaining and so did The Times, The Sunday Times, and hundreds of other critics. He is one of the most intelligent author I have ever seen.
I found is book immensely entertaining and so did The Times, The Sunday Times, and hundreds of other critics. He is one of the most intelligent author I have ever seen.
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Hi i am Chanakya and a solid rockreader. This place is for people who like reading a lot, let it be comics, short stories, novels (my favorite) or plays. Reading gives way for a thinking widely and can also shape the way we look at things. We start asking instead of blindly believing what the society believes. So publish your ideas, reviews,critics, or even your own stories here. So enough talk and lets have fun...
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