10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SYCOPHANCY»
Discover the use of
sycophancy in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
sycophancy and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Grovelling and Other Vices: The Sociology of
Sycophancy
"Grovelling receives its first sociological treatment in this widely acclaimed work by the eminent German sociologist, Alphons Silbermann.
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.
However, one of the most distressing, creeping tendencies among some officers
who cannot bear the strain has been the inclination toward sycophancy. Webster
defines a sycophant as "a fawning parasite," a sad description for an Army ...
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Army Officer's Guide: 52nd Edition:
However, one of the most distressing, creeping tendencies among some officers
who cannot hear the strain has been the inclination toward sycophancy. Webster
defines a sycophant as “a fawning parasite,” a sad description for an Army ...
Col. Robert J. Dalessandro USA (Ret.), 2013
Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.
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The Un-Americans: Jews, the Blacklist, and Stoolpigeon Culture
But since I am discussing Jerome Robbins, and since he is not this chapter's only
Jewish and homosexual paradigm of sycophancy, let me make a claim here that I
will develop later: that sycophancy in general is a mode of internalized ...
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Random ReflectionsEssays On Psycho-socio Ethos
'Sycophancy' is the nomenclature adopted by a fans' club. It is being stealthily
utilized by a nearby dramatic club as well. Both clubs, however, have many
common traits and hence the offence of theft committed by the latter may be
condoned.
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The Complete Guide to Group Discussion
Opening: Sycophancy is the art of flattery. A sycophant praises a powerful and
important persontoo much and in a way which is not sincere, especiallyinorder to
get some favour from him or her. Sycophants are not actually admirers.
Prof. Shrikant Prasoon, 2012
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In Nehru’s House: A Story of Scholarship and
Sycophancy
Whether writing about politics or culture, whether profiling individuals or analyzing a social trend, Ramachandra Guha displays a masterly touch, confirming his standing as India’s most admired historian and public intellectual.
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366 Readings From Taoism & Confucianism:
Service. and. sycophancy. When yourchildren have growntoadulthood,you may
wish them to indulge your every whim and desire; but such indulgence would not
truly serve you. You may wish them to agree with everything you say; but such ...
Robert Van De Weyer, 2013
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SYCOPHANCY»
Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term
sycophancy is used in the context of the following news items.
Height Of Media Sycophancy In Telangana!
Media persons in Telangana had, no doubt, played a major role in the movement for separate Telangana State. Like any other pro-Telangana group, they ... «Greatandhra.com, Jul 15»
ASRADI Accuses CBN Governor of Sycophancy
A civil society group, Advocacy for Societal Rights Advancement and Development Initiative, ASRADI, has accused the Central Bank Governor, Mr. Godwin ... «THISDAY Live, Jul 15»
Sycophancy is for the unpatriotic: Reaction to Idriss Ali Nassah article
In his halcyon days, Idriss Ali Nassah was a fierce social and political commentator, acerbic in vocabulary but measured in thought and analysis. It also helped ... «Nyasa Times, Jun 15»
The Price of Sycophancy
Masoud Barzani, president of Iraqi Kurdistan, is having a bad month. After spending millions of dollars lobbying Washington to supply arms directly to the Iraqi ... «Commentary Magazine, Jun 15»
Congress calls Smriti Irani 'sycophant' of PM Modi
New Delhi: Reacting sharply to her attack on Rahul Gandhi, Congress on Friday hit back at Smriti Irani alleging that due to "sycophancy" of Prime Minister ... «Zee News, May 15»
Sycophant employee creates an app to like every status of boss on …
Bangalore. Taking sycophancy to unheard of heights, a techie has created an app last week which enables sycophants like him in auto liking every status of ... «Firstpost, May 15»
Sycophancy, the BN art of leadership – K. Haridas
What an embarrassment for the government of the former diplomat and current chairman of Suhakam to describe the Human Rights Commission as a watchdog ... «The Malaysian Insider, Apr 15»
When loyalty trumps governance
Mr. Panneerselvam's reply to the debate on the budget bordered on sycophancy as he compared Ms. Jayalalithaa to Joan of Arc and the Rani of Jhansi. While a ... «The Hindu, Apr 15»
Jonathan's Govt Promotes Sycophancy – Ezekwesili
According to the former World Bank VP, “When a review of President Jonathan's administration is done, we'll realise how much damage sycophancy did to ... «Information Nigeria, Apr 15»
Rahul Gandhi snooping: Congress-led row is not about principle …
... incident, it also revealed the penchant of the party of taking sycophancy to the level of the ridiculous, even if it neither reflects well on the party nor its leader. «Firstpost, Mar 15»
