James Sale
Author
James Sale has had over 50 books published, most recently, “Mapping Motivation for Top Performing Teams” (Routledge, 2021). He has been nominated for the 2022 poetry Pushcart Prize, and won first prize in The Society of Classical Poets 2017 annual competition, performing in New York in 2019. His most recent poetry collection is “StairWell.” For more information about the author, and about his Dante project, visit EnglishCantos.home.blog
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Prometheus, Part 1: What We Can Learn from the Liminal Hero
In part 1 of this series, we learn about Prometheus, who sided with Zeus against his own kind, the Titans.
Seeing the Invisible World
What is most precious may be lurking just beneath the surface—if we look hard enough.
The Importance of Myth and Why We Should Understand It
Myth is not the opposite of truth; it’s a way of getting at deeper truths.
Dionysus: The Anomalous and Necessary God
Rational order and emotions require a balancing act, as it clear when we consider the ancient Greek gods Apollo and Dionysus.
Our Journey of Glory: Becoming Prophets for Others
Heeding the call to becoming our true selves may mean leaving our old self behind and striving to become who we want to be.
Why We’re Deeply Fascinated by Twins
Twins represent the duality between our corporeal and spiritual selves.
Christmas: Offering Hope Even Within the Mundane World
The holiday is bound up with hope for a better future, and hope allows us to thrive.
Real Poetry Part 2: The Antidote to the Ersatz and Confused
Part 2 of this extended article shows what ’real' poetry is and what it can offer.
Real Poetry: An Antidote to Today’s Poetry
In Part 1 of this article, we look at the difference between real poetry and its substitute and at what real poetry offers.
The Magic of Number 7
Seven may just be the most fascinating number culturally, cosmically, and spiritually.
