Jason Wilson ist emeritierter Professor für Spanisch und Lateinamerikanistik. Seine Arbeit befasst sich eingehend mit den Literaturen und Kulturen Lateinamerikas, wobei er deren Themen, stilistische Ansätze und kulturelle Kontexte untersucht. Wilson bietet den Lesern eine umfassende Perspektive auf den Reichtum der südamerikanischen Literatur und ihren weitreichenden Einfluss.
The second edition delves deeper into true crime, featuring a range of cases, including the infamous double murder-suicide involving WWE superstar Chris Benoit. It explores Benoit's rapid ascent to fame and his dramatic downfall. Additionally, Jason Wilson shares personal insights about his own stabbing incident on December 24, 2015, marking a significant moment in his life. This edition offers a comprehensive look at both solved and unsolved crimes, solidifying Wilson's reputation in the true crime genre.
Exploring the complexities of Cannabis, this revised edition provides scientific insights into its chemical composition, medical uses, and health risks. It addresses common questions about CBD, drug testing, and the endocannabinoid system, making it a valuable resource for educators, researchers, and enthusiasts. With over 400 pages of content, including hands-on activities and extensive references, the book aims to demystify cannabinoid science. Authored by Jason Wilson, a seasoned educator and researcher in the Cannabis industry, it also features contributions to science education initiatives.
Exploring the dynamic connection between a renowned poet and surrealist leader Andre Breton, this spiritual biography delves into the intricate poetics of Octavio Paz. It highlights the influence of their relationship on Paz's work, offering insights into his creative process and philosophical reflections. The narrative intertwines personal and artistic growth, revealing how these interactions shaped Paz's literary legacy.
Pablo Neruda was without doubt one of the greatest poets of the twentieth century. However, his work is extremely uneven, and long. The companion examines the view that there are two Nerudas, an early Romantic visionary and a later Marxist populist, who denied his earlier poetic self. By focussing on the poet's apprenticeship, his struggle to read and incorporate French poetry and travel abroad and by looking closely at how Neruda created his poetic persona within his poems, this companion tries to establish what should survive of his massive output. By seeing his early work as self exploration through metaphor and sound, as well as through varieties of love and direct experience, the companion outlines a unity behind all the work, based on voice and a public self. This companion studies Neruda's debt to reading and books in depth and re-examines his change in poetics by concentrating on the early work up to Residencia en la tierra and II and why he wanted to become a poet. Many critics have argued that some kind of critical assessment must be made in order for Neruda's later work to be read. This companion grounds this debate about quality and representativity in his Romantic thinking, sensibility and sincerity. Unlike a Borges or a Paz who accompanied their creative work with analytical essays, Neruda distilled all his experiences into his poems, which remain his true biography.
Countering a culture that coerces men to suppress instead of express, Jason Wilson calls readers to unlearn society's definition of masculinity and discover the power of engaging with and mastering their emotions.
The vibrant culture of Buenos Aires is explored through its passions for tango, football, and art, reflecting the city's chaotic yet lively spirit. With a rich history that began with European colonization in the 16th century, it transformed into a bustling metropolis by the 19th century, marked by cycles of authoritarianism and democracy. This book delves into the city's past, revealing how its historical narratives shape contemporary life and the urban myths that persist today.
A story that is riddled with contradictions: a man who makes millions but
saves nothing, prizes freedom but spends years inside, works in a violent
world but who - seemingly - avoids violence. If Jason can come to understand
his father's life, he can begin to understand his own...
Cider is having a major moment, and The Cider Revival charts its history, resurgence, and a year with the vanguard makers of heritage ciderCider is the quintessential American beverage. Drank by early settlers and founding fathers, it was ubiquitous and pervasive, but following Prohibition when orchards were destroyed and neglected, cider all but disappeared. In The Cider Revival , Jason Wilson chronicles what is happening now, an extraordinary rebirth that is less than a decade old.Following the seasons through the autumn harvest, winter fermentation, spring bottling, and summer festival and orchard work, Wilson travels around New York and New England, with forays to the Midwest, the West Coast, and Europe. He meets the new heroes of orchardists who are rediscovering long lost apple varieties, cider makers who have the attention to craftsmanship of natural wine makers, and beverage professionals who see cider as poised to explode in popularity. What emerges is a deeply rewarding story, an exploration of cider’s identity and future, and its cultural and environmental significance. A blend of history and travelogue, The Cider Revival is a toast to a complex drink.
In this powerful, message-driven memoir, Jason Wilson uses his life's trials and triumphs to show men how to escape emotional incarceration and embrace true masculinity.
Exploring the journey of a prominent Chilean poet, the narrative delves into the formative experiences, cultural influences, and personal struggles that shaped their unique voice. Through vivid anecdotes and reflections, the book highlights the poet's development, the impact of their environment, and the rich tapestry of Chilean history and society that informs their work. It offers insights into the creative process, illustrating how passion and perseverance culminate in artistic brilliance.
