Entertainment Books
Institute of Physics Publishing The Physics of Sound and Music Volume 1
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£67.50
Troubador Publishing Gold, Violet, Black, Crimson, White
Book SynopsisThe early days of cinema certainly weren’t black and white, and if the films were silent, the audiences were anything but. This spellbinding book reveals just what was seen – and heard, and said – in the picture houses of Britain at that time. It is a gaudy, raucous, rancorous, glorious world. And it is the world into which Five Nights emerged. Hugely controversial, and the subject of a bitter court case, that film hasn’t been seen for a hundred years. But in these pages it comes to life again. Drawing on long-forgotten documents, David Hewitt reconstructs the film and places it in a setting of his own creation, in the process holding up a kaleidoscope from a different age. There are actors and actresses here, film producers and film directors. But there are suffragettes and Zeppelins as well, Pimple and Winky, Chinese women – both real and imagined – and countless men trying to make you think they are Charlie Chaplin. This is a heady world, where everyone speaks at once and a young woman can direct a film of her own. But anyone can lose everything at the whim of a constable or a magistrate – or at the hands of an angry mob. It is a world of eyots and dulcitones, psalterium, imortelles and bhang. You might think it a familiar world, but it has surely never seemed so strange. The author, David Hewitt, can be found on his Twitter handle: @historycalled
£11.39
Faber & Faber God and the Devil
Book SynopsisPeter Cowie's book chronicles the life and the 60-year film and stage career of Bergman as he wrestles of themes of love, sex and betrayal with the figure of Death hovering overhead.Blending biographical information with critical comment, Cowie presents a man whose life and work were intimately fused.Bergman's films stand alone as beacons in film history.' Wim Wenders
£25.50
Permuted Press The Singers Talk: The Greatest Singers of Our
Book SynopsisA groundbreaking collection of inspiring and instructive conversations about the beauty, brutality, discipline, and technique of being a successful singer.“This is a captivating look at both the nitty-gritty preparation and emotional energy that ‘it takes [for artists] to stand up to that mic... reach down into their guts, and give everything they’ve got for the sake of the song.’ Its star power and up-close, revelatory detail will keep readers riveted from start to finish.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review “For all of the conversations we have about music, there is precious little talk about the art of communicating emotion and meaning via the human voice. The Singer's Talk remedies this by reaching out to a wide range of different singers, who speak insightfully about both the skill and the magic required to change minds and break hearts.” —Steven Hyden, author of Twilight of the Gods and other books These revelatory, frequently funny, and deeply engrossing in-depth interviews provide fans and aspiring singers a backstage pass to the challenges every vocalist faces onstage and in the studio. Packed with never-before-heard stories, The Singers Talk reveals a truly intimate side to these iconic personalities while offering a master class on how the best in their field keep their vocal cords in shape and protect themselves on the road—along with countless other tricks, techniques, strategies, and philosophies to help vocalists at every level perfect the craft of singing. “This is the most geeked out I’ve ever talked about my voice!” —Thom Yorke This historic roster of artists includes: Bryan Adams, Tony Bennett, Nick Cave, Chuck D, Roger Daltrey, Joe Elliott, Emmylou Harris, Brittany Howard, Chrissie Hynde, Norah Jones, Simon Le Bon, Geddy Lee, Willie Nelson, Stevie Nicks, Ozzy Osbourne, Steve Perry, Lionel Richie, LeAnn Rimes, Smokey Robinson, Robert Smith, Bruce Springsteen, Mavis Staples, Rod Stewart, Paul Stanley, Michael Stipe, Jeff Tweedy, Roger Waters, Dionne Warwick, Ann Wilson, Thom Yorke, and many more. Additionally, the book features conversations about legendary voices no longer with us, such as Butch Vig on Kurt Cobain, Clive Davis on Whitney Houston, Nile Rodgers on David Bowie, and Jimmy Iovine on Tom Petty. “Singing is so much more than hitting the right note. It’s about connecting with the audience, connecting with something divine to a certain degree. It’s connecting to your most primitive and deepest intuition, and to your nature as a human on this planet.” —Karen O. More than just an indispensable guide for singers of any level, The Singers Talk is an unforgettable read for music fans everywhere. All royalties from The Singers Talk will benefit the kids and families at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through their Music Gives to St. Jude Kids campaign.Trade Review“This is a captivating look at both the nitty-gritty preparation and emotional energy that ‘it takes [for artists] to stand up to that mic... reach down into their guts, and give everything they’ve got for the sake of the song.’ Its star power and up-close, revelatory detail will keep readers riveted from start to finish.” -- Publishers Weekly, starred review“...a fascinating and often revelatory look at the art of singing…. By turns eloquent, funny, reflective, and technical, all these conversations enlighten and illuminate the art of being a vocalist.” -- Library Journal
£17.00
Titan Books Ltd Harry Potter: A Pop-Up Guide to the Creatures of
Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling paper engineer Matthew Reinhart comes a pop-up masterpiece celebrating the creatures in the Harry Potter films. Featuring 5 pop-up spreads with gorgeous illustrations, this interactive guide includes dragons, Buckbeak, centaurs, werewolves, the Basilisk, and more! This exhilarating pop-up book takes you on a tour through the wizarding world's boundless menagerie of magical creatures. You'll experience fantastic beasts like the Basilisk, Buckbeak, and Hungarian Horntail dragon as you've never seen them before. Inside, 5 intricately detailed pop-up spreads showcase creatures from the Harry Potter films in beautifully illustrated scenes that leap from the pages, accompanied by behind-the-scenes facts from the making of the film series. Filled with interactive features like pull tabs and hidden pops, fans of all ages will enter the action, command the creatures' movements, and discover hidden Easter eggs in every spread. Packed with enchanting moments, Harry Potter: A Pop-Up Guide to the Creatures of the Wizarding World is a thrilling, deluxe collectible that every fan will love.
£48.74
Running Press,U.S. The Princess Bride Ultimate Trivia Challenge
Book SynopsisFans of The Princess Bride can relive their favorite moments from the beloved movie with this officially licensed one-of-a-kind collection featuring 400 trivia questions and answers from the iconic film. Trivia Game: Includes a double-sided fold-out sheet with instructions + bonus poster and 100 full-color printed cards, featuring a whopping 400 questions to test your knowledge of the film Great Solo or in Groups: This game works for solo play as well as groups of 2, 3, or more Keepsake Box: Packaged in a full-color printed magnetic closure box that's perfect for safekeeping trivia cards and is sturdy for continued use Perfect Gift: A unique and handsome gift for fans of The Princess Bride Officially Licensed: This authentic trivia set is officially licensed with the celebrated film, The Princess Bride
£17.33
Globe Pequot Press I Hate Old Music Too
Book SynopsisNOW I HATE CLASSIC ROCK, TOO: HOW AN INDUSTRY KILLE DOUR FAVORITE MUSIC
£17.09
Taylor & Francis Ltd The Prop Building Guidebook
Book SynopsisNow in its third edition, The Prop Building Guidebook: For Theatre, Film, and TV walks readers through techniques used in historical and contemporary prop making and demonstrates how to apply them to a variety of materials.Experienced prop maker Eric Hart covers the tools and techniques used by professional prop makers throughout the entertainment industry. He outlines a construction process that gives readers the foundational knowledge to choose the best materials and methods for each prop and the background information to know the advantages of these choices. This new edition includes updated information and techniques throughout, including: Over a hundred new images and diagrams Updated terminology, products, and brands used internationally Expanded sections on 3D printing, vacuum forming, foam patterning, and more A new chapter on prop design New information on international safety standards, cleaning, and sanitation More recipes and step-by-step instruction for various finishes Illustrated by hundreds of full-color photographs, this is the most comprehensive guide to prop construction available for professional and student prop makers in theatre, film, and tv.For additional how-to videos, instructional documents, and supplemental information, visit www.propbuildingguidebook.com.Trade ReviewPraise for The Prop Building Guidebook"I really enjoyed the first Prop Building Guidebook. Eric Hart is a real pro in the prop business. If I lived on the East Coast, it would be great to do a project with him. I have been a professional prop maker in Hollywood for 43 years and still learned a lot from the first book! Looking forward to Book II."Paul Pearson, President of Custom Movie Props and prop builder on Starship Troopers, 14 seasons of Star Trek, and Daredevil"The Prop Building Guidebook is indispensable, whether you’re a working props professional or an amateur enthusiast. From basic skills to complex builds, and from the thinking behind a prop and the research required, to figuring out how a prop needs to work—it’s all here. Eric Hart has mastered his wide range of skills in many productions, and is generous and eloquent in sharing them."Ross MacDonald, prop artisan on Boardwalk Empire, The Hateful Eight, and National Treasure: Book of Secrets"If you do crafts, models, cosplay, or anything that involves imagination, engineering, and a unique eye in design and execution, get this book. If you are a serious student in the discipline of Props Design, get this book! The book is inspiringly comprehensive and a must for professionals and academics alike. Eric has given you the keys to the Kingdom and then shows you how to masterfully replicate them."Jay Duckworth, founder of the Prop Summit and props master on Hamilton, Shakespeare in the Park, the Public TheaterTable of Contents1. What is a Prop? 2. Safety and Health 3. Shop Spaces and Tools 4. Supplies and Materials 5. Choosing Materials 6. Props Design and Execution 7. Structure and Frames 8. Carpentry 9. Metal 10. Plastics 11. Flat Patterning 12. Fabric 13. Sculpting 14. Molding and Casting 15. Shells and Composites 16. Texture and Surface Prep 17. Painting and Coating 18. Graphics 19. Formal Training 20. Your Portfolio
£35.14
SCHOTT MUSIC GmbH & Co KG, Mainz Flamenco Guitar Method
Book SynopsisGerhard Graf-Martinez is a passionate flamenco guitarist and teacher. The wealth of his knowledge is captured in this two-volume work, which also reflects valuable experience gained from his activities as a tutor at national and international seminars and workshops. The audio downloads enclosed in volume 1 include all compositions and practice pieces for volume 1 and are not only a pure pleasure to listen to - Flamenco puro - but also convey the authentic sound and the pulsating compas of this music. This is the only way to learn to play the music properly yourself. This is an excellent self-study course that includes many photographs, some to illustrate techniques, others of guitars, guitarists, etc. Self-contained chapters cover all basic techniques plus compas, palmas, nail care, and an overview of current guitarists, guitar makers, construction and sound of Flamenco guitars, etc. All musical examples are in standard notation and tablature (tabs). On UDEMY you can purchase the acc
£22.49
Aiora Press Greek Folk Tales
Book SynopsisGreek folk tales descend from Aesop and Greek antiquity, as well as medieval storytelling in the pivotal south-east Mediterranean world that linked Christianity, Islam and Byzantium. These tales, told by folk narrators throughout Greek-speaking regions up to our times, are wondrous, whimsical stories about doughty youths and frightful monsters, resourceful maidens and animals gifted with human speech. The tales weave substantive motifs, characters, and forms into a rich tapestry capturing the temperament and ethos of the Greek folk psyche. ?The folk tales included in this volume were collected in the late-nineteenth to mid-twentieth century. They were found in Greek-speaking lands, including Asia Minor and Cyprus. A few have been borrowed from traditions beyond Greece, while some have come down to us from antiquity, including Aesop-like fables with speaking animal characters.
£12.34
Triarchy Press Body Space Image: Notes Towards Improvisation and
Book SynopsisWhen it was first published in 1990, 'Body Space Image' was acclaimed as the first book of its kind - a remarkable guide to improvisation, using a narrative of discovery that "set the mind loose from the rut of everyday perception". It was groundbreaking in the way it addressed improvised movement, experimental performance and how to create performance settings. Thirty years later, 'Body, Space, Image' still stands out from anything published in the interim - largely because of the way it combines a unique collection of images (from dance, theatre and painting) and statements by working artists. The authors start with the individual's movement itself as the basis of improvisation, then broaden their perspective to include groups working together and the physical setting of performance - space, light, sound and objects. 'Body Space Image' explores ways of working and ways of thinking about performance that have inspired beginners and experienced artists alike. It is a manual intended to stimulate rather than a comprehensive system of working and, in it, word and image combine to celebrate and record one of the most exacting art forms. Previously published by Dance Books, this is a very slightly revised new edition from Triarchy Press
£18.00
Chronicle Books Behind the Screens: Illustrated Floor Plans and
Book SynopsisHand-drawn floor plans and richly imagined architectural illustrations tell the story of television's most memorable on-screen sets and scenes. Come explore where Lucy and Ethel baked a hilariously monstrous loaf of bread, where Phoebe performed "Smelly Cat," where Jim and Pam fell in love, and countless other homes, offices, and towns as familiar to you as your own living room. Illustrator Inaki Aliste Lizarralde has expertly rendered thirty-six of the most memorable television floor plans in modern history - puzzling together the layouts with an architect's eye for detail and a director's sense of storytelling. TV fans will delight in the interiors and exteriors from shows like Friends, Seinfeld, and The Simpsons, where characters and plotlines converge to create worlds so mesmerizing you want to binge-watch season after season. With immersive illustrations from shows across decades and countries, this truly unique art collection offers hilarious TV moments, Easter eggs, and behind-the-scenes trivia to test even the biggest superfans.
£17.09
Chronicle Books Arhoolie Records Down Home Music: The Stories and
Book SynopsisA visual storytelling celebration of American roots music in its rich variety, through unseen and newly scanned photographs by the founder of the legendary Arhoolie records. Founded in 1960 by Chris Strachwitz, the one-man operation of Arhoolie Records eventually produced more than 400 albums during more than forty years in operation, exploring the far corners of American vernacular music - blues, gospel, Cajun, zydeco, hillbilly, Texas-Mexican norteno music, and more. From the very beginning, Strachwitz brought his camera along with recording equipment as he met and recorded now-legendary artists such as Lightnin' Hopkins, Mississippi Fred McDowell, Clifton Chenier, and Big Joe Williams. This book collects more than 150 of his best, most intimate and exciting images - many never-before seen - each with rich captions by Strachwitz and award-winning music journalist Joel Selvin, along with a substantial 20,000 word essay about Arhoolie, Strachwitz, and the music by Selvin.
£24.00
Titan Books Ltd Batman: The Multiverse of the Dark Knight: An
Book SynopsisDiscover the hidden corners of the DC Multiverse in this definitive illustrated guide to the multiple versions of The Dark Knight. Take a tour through the diverse worlds of the DC Multiverse in this comprehensive guidebook detailing the lives of its many Caped Crusaders. Dive into different dimensions and meet countless variations of the Dark Knight—from the Batman Who Laughs to Flashpoint Batman, from Captain Leatherwing to Bizarro-Batman, this book profiles more than 60 iconic iterations of DC’s legendary Super Hero alongside striking original art. Thrilling and vibrant, this treasury is a must-have collectible for every Batman fan!
£23.99
Simon & Schuster Ltd George Harrison
Book SynopsisFrom the author of the million-copy selling Shout!: The Beatles in Their Generation and the bestselling John Lennon: The Life comes a revealing portrait of George Harrison, the most undervalued and mysterious Beatle. Despite being hailed as one of the best guitarists of his era, George Harrison, particularly in his early decades, battled feelings of inferiority. He was often the butt of jokes from his bandmates owing to his lower-class background and, typically, was allowed to contribute only one or two songs per Beatles album out of the dozens he wrote. Now, acclaimed Beatles biographer Philip Norman examines Harrison through the lens of his numerous self-contradictions. Compared to songwriting luminaries John Lennon and Paul McCartney he was considered a minor talent, yet he composed such masterpieces as ‘While My Guitar Gently Weeps’ and ‘Here Comes the Sun’, and his solo debut album ‘All Things MuTrade Review‘Norman has fashioned an authoritative portrait of Harrison that leaves you liking and feeling sympathy for his subject while being fully aware of the tetchiness…that was never far away' -- Will Hodgkinson * The Times *'You've got him' -- Pattie Boyd'Norman captures the creativity, the humanity, and the great humor of the man in this keen and lovely tribute' * Booklist, Starred Review *‘You have taken your readers right down the steps and into the Cavern as it really was’ -- Bill Harry, editor of Mersey Beat‘(a) fleet and confident new biography…Norman is hardly the first writer to unspool Harrison’s life…but his status as a respected chronicler of The Beatles, and 1960s culture more broadly, makes this biography a significant addition to an otherwise over-saturated field’ * The Telegraph *‘A deep dive by the acclaimed Beatles biographer paints a revealing portrait of perhaps the most undervalued band member…A fascinating story about a man of contrasts, and a must-read for fans of the Fab Four' * Woman & Home *‘Beatles chronicler Philip Norman turns his attention to the shadowy George Harrison…Norman sheds light on his poor but happy childhood in Wavertree, Liverpool, and traces the path to The Beatles with assurance' * Daily Express *'a fully realised portrait of a complex man: spiritual but peevish, brilliantly talented, but for ever shadowed by the Lennon/McCartney axis' * The Times, Books of the Year *‘[A] partial re-evaluation of the most underated Beatle [which] contains valuable input from Harrison's second wife Olivia and their son Dhani' * Uncut *
£15.29
Taylor & Francis Ltd Motion Picture and Video Lighting
Book SynopsisThis fully revised and updated fourth edition of Motion Picture and Video Lighting explores the technical, aesthetic, and practical aspects of lighting for film and video. It covers not only how to light, but also why. The process of lighting is emphasized, as well as practical techniques and visual storytelling with light.Written by experienced filmmaker, film school teacher, and author Blain Brown, this book emphasizes how the image, the mood, and the visual impact of a film are, to a great extent, determined by the skill and sensitivity of the director of photography in using lighting. It provides an indispensable, highly illustrated, and comprehensive guide to making every scene look its best.This new edition has been expanded to provide further guidance at the introductory level for students, those just starting their careers, and people already working in the business who want to move up.Topics include: Lighting Sources LEDs The Lighting Process Lighting Basics Controlling Light Lighting Scenes A Lighting Playbook Storytelling With Light Electricity and Distribution Gripology Set Operations Technical Issues A robust accompanying companion website also includes video tutorials and other resources for students and professionals alike, including lighting demonstrations, basic methods of lighting, using diffusion, color control, and other topics.Table of Contents1. Evolution of Lighting 2. Equipment 3. Fundamentals 4. Lighting Scenes 5. Light & Storytelling 6. Exposure 7. Using Color 8. Controlling Light 9. Power & Distro 10. Gripology 11. Effects 12. Set Operations 13. Appendix
£53.19
WW Norton & Co The Lyrics 1956 to the Present
Book Synopsis#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A Washington Post Notable Book Excerpted in The New Yorker A work of unparalleled candor and splendorous beauty, The Lyrics celebrates the creative life and the musical genius of Paul McCartney through his most meaningful songs.Trade Review"To read over the words to these 154 songs is to be impressed not merely with McCartney’s productivity but with the fertility of his imagination and the potency of his offhand, unfussy style.... The Lyrics makes clear that McCartney has written on a high level long past his Beatles years, and even the weakest lyrics in the books have a character all their own: a feeling of giddy playfulness and unguarded experimentation. They’re a joy to read because they exude the joy their maker took in their making.... Over and over, McCartney shows how deeply he is steeped in literary history and how much his output as a songwriter has in common with the works of the likes of Dickens and Shakespeare." -- David Hajdu - New York Times Book Review"The Lyrics is a triumph. It is hugely readable, devoid of rock cliché, and full of fresh stories and opinions that even devoted fans won’t have encountered before. The pictures of McCartney and of handwritten lyrics, many of them never previously published, are worth the entry ticket on their own and the quality of the boxed product makes it a tactile pleasure and fun to possess.... The Lyrics is McCartney at his best." -- David Finklestein - The Times (UK)"Reading The Lyrics is like standing in a master chef’s kitchen as he prepares a dish, adding a dash of this and a spoonful of that and talking to us so winningly.... The Lyrics is able to cram in much more — show posters, set lists, handwritten notes, group photos both staged and casual.... There’s nothing like listening to Macca (as McCartney was known in his Liverpool days) talk about the rise of a band composed largely of working-class teens who changed the world forever.... Almost 60 years later, it’s still an amazing story.... Muldoon interviewed him for hours and coaxed out these charming commentaries." -- David Kirby - Washington Post"Careening from decade to decade, and invoking John Lennon on the regular, it is likely the closest thing to a memoir McCartney will ever publish, with lyric sheets and a hefty number of unseen personal photos of his family and The Beatles." -- Kim Willis - USA Today"Indeed, The Lyrics easily represents the finest collection of illustrations associated with McCartney's life and work. And it's beautifully rendered, to boot. Drop-dead gorgeous as books go, The Lyrics rivals the finest art imprints." -- Kenneth Womack - Salon"With a gravity, reverence and sense of occasion that hasn't been seen since the Levites rolled out the Ark of the Covenant, the complete lyrics of Paul McCartney are published at last." -- John Walsh - Sunday Times"An unparalleled look at [McCartney's] creativity process... The breadth of his influences is astonishing." -- Jordan Runtagh - People
£21.75
Oxford University Press Inc The Gerry Mulligan 1950s Quartets OXFORD STUDIES
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewAlyn Shipton has produced a well-researched, excellently detailed study of Mulligan's quartets. A very enjoyable read. * Bill Crow, author of From Birdland to Broadway: Scenes from a Jazz Life and bassist in the Mulligan quartet *Mulligan's brainy but playful artistry gets the attention it deserves in this valuable study by Alyn Shipton. His writing teems with clear, meticulous scholarship, musical understanding, and a desire to make his subject appealing and accessible to everyone from casual jazz lovers to musicians. With Shipton's book in hand, readers will set forth on a beautiful voyage of discovery. * James Gavin, award-winning music journalist and author of Deep in a Dream: The Long Night of Chet Baker *Highly recommended. * Lance Liddle, bebop spoken here *With forensic attention to detail Alyn Shipton reveals fresh and original material about a group that created a totally new ensemble sound. Famously pianoless the quartet was dominated by Gerry Mulligan's baritone saxophone not only as a soloist but also as an accompanying voice. In his Preface, the author makes it clear to being "fascinated by Mulligan's playing, writing and band-leading" since his schooldays. The research he undertook in 2002 for a four-part series on Mulligan's music for BBC Radio 3 allowed him to meet many "musicians and associates from all periods of his career". His "comprehensive sweep through newspaper and magazine reports" uncovers much that is new in the quartet's evolution. * Gordon Jack, The Jazz *Meticulously detailed but intensely readable analysis of the baritone sax giant's creative heyday. * Ben Thompson, Mojo magazine *The book places Gerry Mulligan's 1950s pianoless quartet in its historical and musical context by a detailed discussion of its recordings. * Gordon Jack, Jazz Profiles *This becomes the most useful book on Mulligan so far, and an appropriate celebration of his unique contribution. * Brian Priestley, Jazzwise *A worthwhile addition to the literature on Gerry Mulligan and a valuable aid to understanding a transformative period of modern jazz. * Ian Patterson, All About Jazz *The jazz world has not been blessed with many books about Gerry Mulligan that are commensurate with his stature as one of the most important jazz musicians and composers. Shipton's book is an exception: it is excellent and essential. * Jack Kenny, Jazz Views *Table of ContentsSeries Preface Preface Acknowledgments Chapter 1. Antecedents Chapter 2. The First Quartet, 1952 Chapter 3. The Second Quartet from 1954 Chapter 4. The Quartet with Art Farmer Chapter 5. The Aftermath and Legacy Discography Bibliography Index
£15.52
Duckworth Books Sinners of Starlight City
Book SynopsisA sumptuous, page-turning historical novel of revenge and redemption set against the backdrop of civil injustice and the rise of Fascism.Trade Review‘A lush and beautifully rendered novel that will keep you turning pages long into the night. Mystery, intrigue, secrets and a vendetta fuel this story, which is ultimately about the meaning of family and the power of love. Brava!’ Adriana Trigiani, New York Times-bestselling author of The Good Left Undone‘This novel whisked me away to 1930s Chicago and all the wonders of the World’s Fair. Family secrets, revenge and women who refuse to do what they're told – an ideal combination. I loved it’ Louise Hare, author of This Lovely City and Miss Aldridge Regrets‘Expansive and emotive, I couldn't put this book down. Amid the intrigue, revenge, and redemption set against the backdrop of the Chicago World's Fair, Anika Scott still manages to make Sinners of Starlight City a deeply intimate story about family with characters that jump off the page. Another notch in Scott's literary belt!’ Catherine Adel West, author of The Two Lives of Sara and Saving Ruby King'Full of Italian mobsters and family strife, this tale of historical fiction and drama will transport readers to the fantasy and glory that was the 1933 World’s Fair’ Booklist
£9.49
Diversion Books Drums Demons
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£19.53
Headline Publishing Group The Little Guide to Madonna: Express yourself
Book SynopsisThe world's most famous mononym, Madonna may be outspoken, but she's never outgunned. With a loyal legion of millions of adoring fans, who have stayed by her side for more than four decades, Madonna has inspired and influenced the hearts, souls, and minds of every generation since her now-mythical arrival in New York in 1978.Continuously reinventing her music and her image, she remains today as every bit as powerful, and iconic, as she did throughout her long reign. With quotes from her earliest interviews to her latest (controversial) award speeches, from virgins to vogue-ing, and material girls to unapologetic bitches, Madonna expresses just a little bit of everything for everyone..."I remember just being frozen... He's male and female and beautiful and elegant and poetic and funny and ironic and other-worldly. And I recognized myself in him somehow and he gave me license to dream a different future for myself." In an interview with Mojo magazine, describing her first concert and the impact David Bowie had on her."I stand before you as a doormat, Oh, I mean, as a female entertainer. Thank you for acknowledging my ability to continue my career for 34 years in the face of blatant sexism and misogyny and constant bullying and relentless abuse." On the music industry, accepting Woman of the Year Award at the Billboard Women in Music 2016.Table of ContentsLike A Virgin - Madonna speaks about her pre-fame days and her earliest musical adventures and aspirations • Material Girl - Madonna throws light on her fight for fame, her rise to success, fortune, glory, and global domination • En Vogue - Madonna talks about her larger than life look at the top of the pop world and her fans • Girl Gone Wild - Madonna discusses her controversies, her battle with the media, her extravagances and her lovers • Express Yourself - Madonna talks about the music industry, her songs, her fame, and her reputation • Lucky Star - Madonna looks back at her career and cherry-picks her favourite, most iconic moments
£6.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Rushmore
Book SynopsisEarning critical acclaim and commercial success upon its 1998 release, Rushmore—the sophomore film of American auteur Wes Anderson—quickly gained the status of a cult classic. A melancholic coming-of-age story wrapped in comedy drama, Rushmore focuses on the efforts of Max Fischer (Jason Schwartzman)—a brazen and precocious fifteen-year-old—to find his way. Restless, energetic, struggling, and overcompensating for his insecurities, Max pursues a dizzying range of possible futures, leading him into the orbit of local steel magnate Herman Blume (Bill Murray), elementary school teacher Rosemary Cross (Olivia Williams), and a host of cooperative schoolmates who help him to stage lavish film-derivative plays. Kristi McKim’s compelling study of the film argues that despite the film’s titular call for haste and excess (rush/more), it challenges a drive toward perfectionism and celebrates the quiet connections that defy such passion and speed. After establishing Rushmore’s history and reception, McKim closely reads Rushmore’s energetic musical montages relative to slower moments that introduce tenderness and ambiguity, in a form subtler than Max’s desire-built drive or genre-based plays. Her analysis offers an urgent corrective to what might be perceived as an endearing portrait of privilege that perpetuates a status quo power. Drawing out Rushmore’s subtleties that soften, temper, ease, expand, and equalize the film’s zeal, she reads the film with a generosity learned from the film itself.Table of ContentsPreface: Making Rushmore New, Now Introduction 1 Context 2 Rush/More 3 Slowness/Grace 4 A World of Time (Not Things) 5 Teaching and Learning Notes Credits
£11.69
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Red Shoes
Book SynopsisEndlessly fascinating, dark and bright, The Red Shoes (1948) employs every branch of the cinematic arts to sweep the audience off its feet, invigorated by the transcendence of art itself, only to leave them with troubling questions. Representing the climax of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger's celebrated run of six exceptional feature films, the film remains a beloved, if unsettling and often divisive, classic. Pamela Hutchinson's study of the film examines its breathtaking use of Technicolor, music, choreography, editing and art direction at the zenith of Powell and Pressburger’s capacity for ‘composed cinema’. Through a close reading of key scenes, particularly the film's famous extended ballet sequence, she considers the unconventional use of ballet as uncanny spectacle and the feminist implications of the central story of female sacrifice. Hutchinson goes on to consider the film's lasting and wide-reaching influence, tracing its impact on the film musical genre and horror cinema, with filmmakers such as Joanna Hogg, Sally Potter, Martin Scorsese and Brian De Palma having cited the film as an inspiration.Trade ReviewHutchinson knows how to be both expansive and economical with an expert’s confidence and a fan’s enthusiasm. -- Hannah McGill * Sight & Sound *[Hutchinson is] en pointe on everything from the ballet’s ecstatic agony and queer readings to the film’s influence, and at her best showing how Shoes frames a key question: ‘How far would you go for art?’ -- Kevin Harley * Total Film *Unmissable … The Red Shoes employs the slyest wit as it teases out a kaleidoscope of themes in the greatest of all ballet films. -- Donald Clarke * The Irish Times *Fans of Powell and Pressburger’s tale of artistic obsession will pirouette their way through Pamela Hutchinson’s wonderful essay in one sitting. The pocket-sized book is packed with history, anecdotes and a view of the film so en pointe it’ll have you jeté-ing back to the screen with fresh eyes. * Sight & Sound, Books of the Year *Stuffed with insight and background. -- Robin Ashenden * The Spectator *The films of Powell and Pressburger continue to hold their power – and this guide to their ballet-based classic coincides with the BFI’s expansive season bringing their films back to the big screen. Across 100-plus pages, this paperback delves into the making of the film, and unpicks its thematic resonances. * Empire *An excellent close reading … A record of remarkable artistic freedom made possible for a prolifically imaginative director and writer to cast their spells, enthusiasm and love. * London Grip *A fascinating examination of Powell and Pressburger’s 1948 cinematic masterpiece. * Choice *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments 1.First position: ‘Put on the red shoes, Vicky’ 2.Overture: the rabbit in the hat 3.Pas de deux: Powell and Pressburger 4.The company: ‘enough genius in each man or woman’ 5.Balletomania: ‘To live? To dance.’ 6.The ballet: ‘I am that horror’ 7.Coda: ‘doubtful comforts’ Notes Credits
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Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Horror Unmasked
Book SynopsisHorror Unmasked offers a general introduction to the popular film genre, serves as a guidebook to its film highlights, and celebrates its practitioners, trends, and stories.Trade Review"Considering the massive scope, this photobook is surprisingly succinct, informative, and helpful as an overview of horror films." -- Kevin Howell * Library Journal *"Well-researched text and quality film poster art make for great, spooky bed-time reading." * Creammagazine.com *"...will be sure to keep new horror fans up at night...an admirable effort that will undoubtedly give a budding horror fan a ton of fun homework." * MovieJawn.com *“…a great history of horror that spans both time and the globe…allows readers to find plenty of great recommendations and learn why these horror films are important to the legacy of the genre. Context is king, and Horror Unmasked lives up to its billing of providing a history of terror from Nosferatu to Nope.” * ComingSoon.net *"...an introspective examination of the films, filmmakers, and regions that have created and continue to influence the modern horror genre, Horror Unmasked is one history that you should own." -- Nick Banks * ConSkipper *"Horror Unmasked: A History of Terror from Nosferatu to Nope is an excellent book. It addresses the horror film genre from a comfortable and accessible direction, providing a wide-ranging and extensive overview of the genre. Fans of horror cinema, old and new, will want to own this book and display it prominently in their collection." * Cemetary Dance *“Horror Unmasked” is not just a book for avid horror fans; it’s a comprehensive and highly illustrated exploration of the genre’s history dissected by an author who is not only an expert but also a passionate enthusiast. * Colorado Hometown Weekly *"This beautifully constructed 200+ page hardcover book encapsulates an extensive and comprehensive timeline of horror's history on film. As a reading experience, think about walking down the blood-soaked museum halls and terrorizing wings of the genre in every decade and then exploring the significance and impact movement of the sub-genre collections of styles (i.e. slasher, found footage, possession) within them. All with Weisman acting as your expert voice and tour guide." * The Reel Vision *Table of ContentsWORLD MAP OF HORROR INTRODUCTION SHADOWY SILENCE Horror Before Sound BROWNING AND CHANEY The Father of Freaks and the Man of a Thousand Faces MONSTER CENTRAL The Great Horror Cycles Begin CRANKING OUT THE CREEPIES Horror in the 1930s and 1940s VAL LEWTON AND THE TERRORS OF THE UNSEEN ATOMIC-AGE MONSTERS The Sci-Fi/Horror Boom BLOOD AND BOSOMS The Success of Hammer Horror THE MOMENT OF SHOCK Psycho and Peeping Tom THE CORMAN POES AND THE PEERLESS VINCENT PRICE HORROR, ITALIAN STYLE ALL HELL BREAKS LOOSE, 1960–1975 BLOODY ENGLAND Hammer’s Competitors THE SLEEP OF REASON Horror in Spanish GODZILLA & CO Far East Horror in Transition POLANSKI, COFFIN JOE, AND OTHERS CLARK, CRAVEN, CARPENTER, AND CRONENBERG MAINSTREAM HORROR OR: BRING THE KIDS! J- AND K-HORROR, AND OTHER ASIAN ENTRIES THE PROBLEM OF TORTURE PORN ZOMBIES! THERE’S USUALLY A GORILLA Horror-Comedies MASTERS FOR A NEW MILLENNIUM IS HORROR LEGIT? POST-HORROR AND BEYOND GLOSSARY Subgenres of Horror NOTES IMAGE CREDITS BIBLIOGRAPHY INDEX ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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Hodder & Stoughton Finding Me
Book SynopsisTHE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER''A mind-blowing and emotionally honest tale of survival against all odds.'' BERNARDINE EVARISTO''A breathtaking memoir...I was so moved by this book.'' Oprah''It is startlingly honest and, at times, a jaw-dropping read, charting her rise from poverty and abuse to becoming the first African-American to win the triple crown of an Oscar, Emmy and Tony for acting.'' BBC NewsTHE DEEPLY PERSONAL, BRUTALLY HONEST ACCOUNT OF VIOLA''S INSPIRING LIFEIn my book, you will meet a little girl named Viola who ran from her past until she made a life changing decision to stop running forever.This is my story, from a crumbling apartment in Central Falls, Rhode Island, to the stage in New York City, and beyond. This is the path I took to finding my purpose and my strength, but also to finding my voice in a world that didn''t always see me.As I wrote Finding Me, my eyes were open to the truth
£11.69
Quarto Publishing PLC The Movie Puzzle Book
Book SynopsisFrom Steven Spielberg to Martin Scorsese, Alfred Hitchcock to Werner Herzog test your knowledge of the movies with The Movie Puzzle Book.Table of Contents1 The Pitch 2 Playing the Part 3 Setting the Scene 4 The Director’s Chair 5 It's a Wrap 6 Selling the Movie The Answers Picture Credits
£12.74
Pan Macmillan Being Henry
Book SynopsisThe instant New York Times bestseller.Winner of 'Humour' – Goodreads Choice Awards, Best Books of 2023.Henry Winkler, launched into prominence by his role as 'The Fonz' in the beloved Happy Days, has transcended the role that made him who he is.Brilliant, funny, and widely-regarded as the nicest man in Hollywood (though he would be the first to tell you that it’s simply not the case, he’s really just grateful to be here), Henry shares in this achingly vulnerable memoir the disheartening truth of his childhood, the difficulties of a life with severe dyslexia, the pressures of a role that takes on a life of its own, and the path forward once your wildest dream seems behind you.Since the glorious era of Happy Days fame, Henry has endeared himself to a new generation with roles in such adored shows as Arrested Development, Parks and Recreation, and Barry, where he’s reveaTrade ReviewSmart and entertaining -- New York TimesYou want to brew him some tea, pat his arm. His tender memoir isn’t explicitly dishy. It’s an excavation of his challenges, pain and neuroses -- The Washington PostSharing memorable and funny behind-the-scenes moments, Being Henry entertains as an introspective, self-deprecating, and quite moving memoir from a versatile actor . . . The many, many fans Winkler has gathered over his 50 years in Hollywood won't be disappointed by this charming memoir -- BooklistThis charming autobiography of personal struggles during times of career success and challenge deserves a big thumbs-up -- Kirkus[An] inspirational story of one of Hollywood’s most beloved figures who became an unlikely TV screen icon and later a champion for those with dyslexia -- Associated Press
£19.80
Penguin Random House Group The Art of the Cuphead Show
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HarperCollins Publishers Charlies Good Tonight
Book SynopsisFeaturing forewords from bandmates Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, this is the official and fully authorised biography of the world's most revered and celebrated drummer.Mid-1962. The newly formed Rolling Stones are on the hunt for a permanent drummer. Their sights are set on Charlie Watts, a jazz musician already well-known within London's rhythm and blues clubs. Fortunately for future Stones fans the world over, they persuade him to take on the job. Once installed at the drum seat, Charlie would not miss a beat for the rest of his life. He was there throughout the swinging sixties as the Stones reached superstardom and for the well-documented debauchery of the 1970s, typified by the iconic album Exile on Main St. Battling his own demons by the eighties, Charlie emerged unscathed, cementing his reputation as the thoughtful, cultured but no less compelling counterpoint to his more raucous bandmates.For almost 60 years through all the band bust-ups, bereavements and changes in personneTrade Review‘An affectionate portrait, one that recognises Watts as musician, colleague, family man, obsessive collector and immaculate dresser.’ Sunday Times ‘Sexton, a longtime Stones chronicler, tells Watts’s story with warmth and diligence’ Observer ‘Exhaustively researched… crammed with telling incidental information’ Telegraph ‘The book that every Stones fan will want to read this Christmas, largely because, like its subject, it’s sharp, straightforward and blessed with significant dry wit … an essential purchase’ Classic Rock ‘A book as gentle, fascinating and companionable as the man himself’ Mojo ‘Favours substance over flash, presenting an affectionate account of a devoted family man and friend, a particularly British type of eccentric, who just happened to play drums for the Rolling Stones.’ Irish Independent
£10.44
Lit Verlag 100 Years of Pulitzer Prize-Decorated New York
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Sonicbond Publishing Depeche Mode On Track: Every Album, Every Song
Book SynopsisFor four decades, Depeche Mode dominated electronic music, from the naïve melodies of 1981’s Speak & Spell through to 2023’s Memento Mori. Through changing line-ups featuring Vince Clarke, Alan Wilder, and Andy Fletcher, singer Dave Gahan and main songwriter Martin Gore have been the band’s core. Starting as teenagers and now in their 60s, they have survived worldwide fame, addictions to drink and drugs, and near-death experiences, while continuing to innovate as technology and the music business evolved. An acclaimed live band, it is through their 15 studio albums that Depeche Mode have best expressed themselves, from the industrial darkness of Black Celebration (1986) to their popular breakthroughs with Music For the Masses (1987) and Violator (1990) and the emotional upheaval of 1993’s Songs of Faith and Devotion. The band survived the chaotic fallout from that album and tour in the mid-1990s, with Gahan experiencing a near-fatal drug overdose, to regroup with Ultra (1997). They continued their explorations of love, death, sex, and politics on acclaimed albums Playing the Angel (2005), Delta Machine (2013), and Spirit (2016). Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2020, proven survivors Depeche Mode’s story is here told in song by song detail.
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Running Press Kramer C Seinfeld The Miniature Coffee Table Book
Book Synopsis* From the Screen to the Page: This finely detailed, 3 5/8 x 2 3/4 inch replica coffee table book is everything Kramer promised and more, featuring 48 pages of coffee table photos paired with some of Kramer''s funniest lines* An Actual Miniature Coffee Table: The book includes fold-out legs to become a tiny coffee table * Coasters Included: Accompanying the book are 4 coasters featuring Kramer, Jerry, Elaine, and George* The Perfect Gift for Seinfeld Fans: Lovers of the show will enjoy owning this unique and humorous piece of the show''s history* Officially Licensed: An authentic Seinfeld collectible
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Sonicbond Publishing Yes On Track REVISED EDITION: Every Album, Every
Book SynopsisYes are the archetypal 1970s progressive rock group. Playing powerful and adventurous music when it was briefly part of the mainstream, the band thrilled millions with their iconic albums and epic live shows. Records like Fragile and Close to the Edge helped define an era and although the band dissolved at the end of the decade, Yes emerged once again with 90125, a streamlined, modern sound in the 1980s and a US number one hit single in ‘Owner of a Lonely Heart’. Now in their sixth decade, the band continues to release albums and play live into the new millennium. This book examines each one of the band’s studio albums, highlighting the many high points, and the rarer missteps, as well as focussing on the changes in band dynamics which led to some varied – but always interesting – music. This new, expanded edition celebrates a flurry of recent Yes activity, including new albums The Quest and Mirror To The Sky as well as a detailed examination of the band’s live recordings, making this the most up-to-date and comprehensive guide to the band’s music yet written, which will be essential reading for Yes' legions of fans worldwide.
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Sonicbond Publishing Talk Talk On Track: Every Album, Every Song
Book SynopsisIn this era of lavish box sets and extravagant vinyl reissues, the sheer economy of Talk Talk's output feels terrific, refreshing and just right. During the group's ten-year lifespan, they released just five studio albums, but in the process, redefined contemporary music and spawned a whole new movement that would come to be known as 'post rock', influencing legions of bands in their wake, including the likes of Elbow, Mogwai and Sigur Ros. Leader Mark Hollis's determination to carry out his musical vision would see the group mutate from a synth-pop/new romantic outfit moulded in the shadow of Duran Duran, into the most determinedly unique and unclassifiable art pop act of the late 20th century. More than 30 years later, the group's astonishing last three albums are still blowing minds and being studiously examined by those who seek to break their mysterious code. This book examines the whole of Talk Talk's oeuvre song by song, telling their bizarre and somewhat unlikely story along the way as we cast light on the essence of the group through their work. While a book on this compelling band necessarily discusses the tortured genius of singer/guitarist/writer Mark Hollis, it also casts light on the surprising apres-Talk Talk careers of foundational members Lee Harris and Paul Webb as well as that of producer/keyboardist Tim Friese-Greene.
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University of Illinois Press Mean Girl Feminism
Book SynopsisTrade Review"I am so glad someone finally wrote this book; I am only sorry it wasn’t me! In it, Kim Hong Nguyen takes white feminists to task on our performativity, practices and power structures that only serve to perpetuate white supremacy. Being mean isn’t it, white feminists, and it’s time we take a critical look at how we overcome it in service to liberation for all." --Ms. Magazine“This is an important book that is beautifully and powerfully written and deeply original while offering productive interventions into the study of mean girl culture and its larger impact on conversations on feminism. Nguyen does an excellent job showing the systemic and historical ways white supremacy and patriarchy enact themselves on white women’s feminist practices and creation of mean girl feminism. A vital contribution.”--Kishonna L. Gray, author of Intersectional Tech: Black Users in Digital GamingTable of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments Introduction: Feminist Civility and the Right to Be Mean Bitch Feminism: Blackfaced Girl Boss in Feminist Performative/Performativity Politics Mean Girl Feminism: Gatekeeping Postfeminist Beauty as Illegible Rage Power Couple Feminism: Gaslighting and Re-Empowering Heteronormative Aggression Global Mother Feminism: Gatekeeping Biopower and Sovereignty Conclusion: Abolishing Mean Girl Feminism Notes Index
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Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) SoulFolk
Book SynopsisAshawnta Jackson is a writer based in Brooklyn. She writes mostly about music and culture and has written for Atlas Obscura, Artsy, Crime Reads, Bandcamp, JSTOR Daily, The Whitney Museum, and most recently Vinyl Me Please, where she wrote the liner notes for the reissue of Lee Morgan's Take Twelve. Earlier in her career, she was on the radio at KMHD Jazz Radio in Portland, OR.
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Bloomsbury Publishing USA Krautrock
Book SynopsisMarshall Gu is a music writer and has written for Pitchfork, Tone Glow, Bandcamp, and Resident Advisor. He lives in Toronto.
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Hodder & Stoughton Jojo
Book Synopsis*THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER!*Champion dancer and Strictly Come Dancing professional Johannes Radebe has captured our hearts with his mesmerising talent, bringing joy to millions of fans and wowing the most critical of judges. He is loved not only for his dancing, but for his beautiful, infectious spirit and energy.Jojo: Finally Home is his never-before-told story, where he shares the experiences and challenges he''s faced - from growing up in Zamdela, a township in South Africa, as a young boy with a passion for dance (and playing with Barbies), to becoming the star he is today. Dance transformed Jojo''s future, giving him a tool to express himself - but as you will learn, this was not always easy.Captivating and moving, these are Jojo''s tales of euphoric highs and all-time lows, of making history, of grief, love, family and opportunity. It is a celebration of him finally feeling at home in his own skin. These are
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Faber & Faber Asteroid City
Book SynopsisASTEROID CITY (adapted from a hypothetical play) takes place in a fictional desert town, circa 1955. Synopsis: the itinerary of the annual Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention (organized to bring together students and parents from across the country for fellowship and scholarly competition) is spectacularly disrupted by world-changing events. A theatrical ensemble character piece; a poetic meditation on the meaning of life.The film stars Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, Jeffrey Wright, Tilda Swinton, Margot Robbie, Bryan Cranston, Edward Norton, Adrien Brody, and Jake Ryan, among others.In addition to the screenplay, the book contains a gallery of colour images, and a conversation about the film with Wes Anderson, Roman Coppola, Jason Schwartzman, and Jake Ryan.
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The History Press Ltd The Carry On Girls
Book SynopsisWhether it is the seaside postcard bubbly blondes of Barbara Windsor, the hysterically historical leading ladies of Joan Sims, the coquettish authoritarians of Hattie Jacques, or the statuesque confidence of Valerie Leon, the Carry On girls are stoic, sexy and fiercely independent.In this lavish celebration of a pioneering generation of comedy actresses who continue to radiate charm and contemporary relevance, a few home truths are revealed and some myths are debunked; but, above all, some of the best-loved icons of British entertainment are given fitting affection and respect.Trade ReviewFive of the female stars of the Carry On movies have reunite to relive their glory days on the set of pictures famed for their innuendo-laden gags and bawdy slapstick humour - The Sunday Mirror * The Sunday Mirror *
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Bonnier Books Ltd Star Wars: The Mandalorian Colouring Book:
Book SynopsisCOLOUR. THIS IS THE WAY.With detailed character artwork featuring favourite characters such as Grogu, Kuiil, IG-11 and more, and iconic locations including Nevarro and Tatooine, fans of all ages will love exploring the world of The Mandalorian.Streaming on Disney Plus, The Mandalorian is the first live-action series in the Star Wars franchise. Beginning five years after the events of Return of the Jedi, a lone bounty hunter, Din Djarin, seeks out his bounty on behalf of the Client. When the Mandalorian discovers that his bounty is a child, he chooses to protect the foundling. Also available: Star Wars Colouring Book, Volume 1.
£9.89
Watkins Media Corpses Fools and Monsters
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Yale University Press Jar of Fat
Book SynopsisAn absurdist comedy and fifteenth winner of the Yale Drama Prize, exploring family, religion, identity, desire, and beauty in Korean American cultureTrade Review“Jar of Fat immediately grabbed my attention. Seayoung Yim’s voice was incredibly strong and especially fun. This play felt radical, but also simply so honest that it couldn’t be ignored.”—Rachel Lynett, author of Apologies to Lorraine Hansberry (You Too, August Wilson)“Seayoung Yim is a force to be reckoned with.”—Lauren Yee, playwright“A stunning achievement. Seayoung Yim has written a wickedly witty, profoundly poetic, and moving theatrical play. At the end of the play, the only word I uttered was ‘wow.’”—Chay Yew, author of Porcelain and A Language of Their Own“Jar of Fat is such a terrific adventure. Hilarious and disturbing, brutal and tender. Seayoung Yim is a major new talent.”—Lloyd Suh, playwright“Seayoung Yim knows the ugliness of beauty and the beauty of ugliness. Rejoice, for the glorious, riotous Jar of Fat is here to slap us awake and lead us all into the wild, fat lives we deserve.” —Jess McLeod, director
£18.04
Pie International Co., Ltd. Shinji Higuchi Special Effect's Field Notes:
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Pie International Co., Ltd. Long Season: The Art of Josee Shimazaki
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£18.39
University of California Press Political Moods
Book SynopsisA free ebook version of this title is available through Luminos, University of California Press's Open Access publishing program. Visit www.luminosoa.org to learn more. Melodrama films dominated the North and South Korean industries in the period between liberation from Japanese colonial rule in 1945 and the hardening of dictatorship in the 1970s. The films of each industry are often read as direct reflections of Cold War and Korean War political ideologies and national historical experiences, and therefore as aesthetically and politically opposed to each other. However, Political Moods develops a comparative analysis across the Cold War divide, analyzing how films in both North and South Korea convey political and moral ideas through the sentimentality of the melodramatic mode. Travis Workman reveals that the melancholic moods of film melodrama express the somatic and social conflicts between political ideologies and excesses of affect, meaning, and historical references. These moo
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The New York Review of Books, Inc The Notebooks of Sonny Rollins
Book SynopsisAn illuminating selection of writings on a wide variety of topics—everything from technique, music theory, and daily routine to spirituality and systemic racism—from the personal journals of Sonny Rollins, master of the tenor saxophone and “jazz’s greatest living improviser” (The New York Times).Sonny Rollins is one of the towering masters of American music, a virtuoso of the saxophone and an unequaled improviser whose live performances are legendary and who reshaped modern jazz time and time again over the course of a career lasting more than sixty years. Throughout the greater part of it, Rollins also maintained a notebook in which he sketched in words and images as he pondered art and life and his own search for meaning. The Notebooks of Sonny Rollins provides an unequaled glimpse into the mind and workshop of a musical titan, along with a wealth of insight and inspiration to readers.In the fall of 1959, Rollins famo
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Bloomsbury Handbook of Hip Hop Pedagogy
Book SynopsisThe Bloomsbury Handbook of Hip Hop Pedagogy is the first reference work to cover the theory, history, research methodologies, and practice of Hip Hop pedagogy. Including 20 chapters from activist-oriented and community engaged scholars, the handbook provides perspectives and studies from across the world, including Brazil, the Caribbean, Scandinavia, and the USA. Organized into four topical sections focusing on the history and cultural roots of Hip Hop; theories and research methods in Hip Hop pedagogy; and Hip Hop pedagogy in practice, the handbook offers theoretical, analytical, and pedagogical insights emerging across sociology, literacy, school counselling and youth organizing. The chapters reflect the impact of critical Hip Hop pedagogies and Hip Hop-based research for educators and scholars interested in radical, transformative approaches to education. Ultimately, the many voices included in the handbook show that Hip Hop pedagogy is a humanizing and emancipatory approach Trade ReviewThis handbook represents a tremendous breakthrough in the field of education. Like Hip Hop culture itself, which began as a niche subculture and is now the most consumed genre of music and culture in the world, this project comprises the foundation for an education future in which historically marginalized students can find home and belonging within the classroom. -- Shuaib Meacham, Associate Professor in Literacy Education, University of Northern Iowa, USAAs an educator and artist whose work happens inside academia and in community spaces, this handbook beautifully considers and invites perspectives from scholars and practitioners who are as diverse and dope as Hip Hop. -- Aysha Upchurch, Director of Hiphopex Research Initiative, Project Zero at Harvard Graduate School of Education, Harvard University, USATable of ContentsForeword, Dave Stovall (University of Illinois- Chicago, USA) Introduction, Lauren Leigh Kelly (Rutgers University, USA) and Daren Graves (Simmons University, USA) Session I: Roots and Routes of Hip Hop Pedagogy Side A Interlude: The Hip Hop Summer School, Mikal Lee (Brooklyn Academy of Music, USA) 1. Revolutionary Youth Culture: A Brief History of Hip Hop for Educators, Michael B. Lipset (McGill University, High School for Recording Arts and 4 Learning, Canada) & David “TC” Ellis (High School for Recording Arts, Studio 4, 4 Learning, Canada) 2. The Breaks, Authentic Archives and the OG Algorithm: The DJ as The Connective Healer and Curatorial Cornerstone – A Selected Experience, Todd Craig (Medgar Evers College, USA) 3. Aumente o Volume: Community Pedagogies of Rap Music in Brazil, Cuba, and Haiti, Charlie D. Hankin (Colby College, USA) 4. An Overview of Pedagogies and Perspectives on Hip Hop Education, Kelly R. Allen (Augusta University, USA) Session II: Theories of Hip Hop Pedagogy Side B Interlude: The Team is Crucial, Find Your People, Vera Naputi (Mukwonago Area School District, USA) 5. “How You Gon’ Win When You Ain’t Right Within?”: Hip Hop Pedagogy and Racial Healing, Jamila Lyiscott (University of Massachusetts, USA) 6. Reading the World with Black Girls: Journeying to Human Rights via Liberatory Pedagogy, Elaine Richardson (The Ohio State University, USA) 7. “There’s Levels to This Sh*t!”: Contributions, Additive, Transformative, and Social Action Approaches to Hip Hop Content Integration, H. Bernard Hall (Drexel University, USA) 8. Hip Hop Development Theory within Hip Hop Praxis Pedagogy, P. Thandi Hicks Harper (Youth Popular Culture Institute, Inc., USA) 9. A Hip Hop Pedagogy Framework for the Advancement of Science Education, Edmund Adjapong (Seton Hall University, USA) 10. Teaching as a Way of Life – On Hip Hop as the Essence of Nordic Bildung, Johan Soderman (University of Gothenburg, Sweden) Session III: Research Methods in Hip Hop Pedagogy Side C Interlude: Methodologies of Authenticity in Hip Hop Based Research, Tasha Iglesias (Hip Hop Association of Advancement and Education, USA) 11. Thinking with Hip Hop Sound: Aesthetics in Research Methods, Emery Petchauer (Michigan State University, USA) 12. Towards Hip Hop Informed Research Methodologies, Ian Levy (Manhattan College, USA), Edmund Adjapong (Seton Hall University, USA), and Brian Mooney, (Fairleigh Dickinson University, USA) 13. Blackout Poetic Transcription: A Decolonial Hip Hop Method for Qualitative Research, Tony Keith Jr. (Ed Emcee Academy, DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, USA) 14. When I Tell My Story: Exploring Hip Hop Education as a Culturally Responsive Teaching Tool Within K-12 Schools, Naomi Filipiak, (Brown University, USA) Session IV: The Practice of Hip Hop Pedagogy Side D Interlude: Reflections, Connections, and Directions: A Hip Hop Educator Memoir, Timothy Jones (Hip Hop Ed, Inc., USA) 15. The Beauty of Black Literacies: Liberated (Re)memberings of Black Heritage through Hip Hop Curriculum, Bianca Nightengale Lee (Florida Atlantic University, USA) 16. “The Main Ingredient”: Building Learning Communities through Trust, Love, and Collaboration, Semaj Eric Skillings (University of Connecticut, USA) 17. Hip Hop as “Artivism” in the Anti-Black City of São Paulo, Brazil, Derek Pardue (Aarhus University, Denmark), Cristiane Correia Dias “B-Girl Cris” (University of São Paulo, Brazil) and Nany Vieira (University of São Paulo, Brazil) 18. Living Hip Hop: The Community-based Organization as a Space for Educational Liberation, Ijeoma Ononuju (Touro University of California, USA), Shaun de Vera, (California State University, Sacramento, USA) and Vajra Watson (California State University, Sacramento, USA) 19. “When Keeping It Real Goes Wrong”: Enacting Critical Pedagogies of Hip Hop in Mainstream Schools, Lauren Leigh Kelly (Rutgers University, USA) and Don C. Sawyer III (Quinnipiac University, USA) 20. Hip Hop Mentality: Empowering Teachers to Develop a Mindset to Recognize Hip Hop and Youth Culture as an Asset to the School Community, John Robinson (Ohio University, USA) and Jason Rawls (Ohio University, USA) Outro: A Call to Teachers and Researchers from a Young Scholar, Hector Cruz (Fordham University, USA) Index
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