Author: Martin Gurri
Publisher: Stripe Press
ISBN: 1953953344
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 465
Book Description
How insurgencies—enabled by digital devices and a vast information sphere—have mobilized millions of ordinary people around the world. In the words of economist and scholar Arnold Kling, Martin Gurri saw it coming. Technology has categorically reversed the information balance of power between the public and the elites who manage the great hierarchical institutions of the industrial age: government, political parties, the media. The Revolt of the Public tells the story of how insurgencies, enabled by digital devices and a vast information sphere, have mobilized millions of ordinary people around the world. Originally published in 2014, The Revolt of the Public is now available in an updated edition, which includes an extensive analysis of Donald Trump’s improbable rise to the presidency and the electoral triumphs of Brexit. The book concludes with a speculative look forward, pondering whether the current elite class can bring about a reformation of the democratic process and whether new organizing principles, adapted to a digital world, can arise out of the present political turbulence.
The Revolt of The Public and the Crisis of Authority in the New Millennium
Author: Martin Gurri
Publisher: Stripe Press
ISBN: 1953953344
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 465
Book Description
How insurgencies—enabled by digital devices and a vast information sphere—have mobilized millions of ordinary people around the world. In the words of economist and scholar Arnold Kling, Martin Gurri saw it coming. Technology has categorically reversed the information balance of power between the public and the elites who manage the great hierarchical institutions of the industrial age: government, political parties, the media. The Revolt of the Public tells the story of how insurgencies, enabled by digital devices and a vast information sphere, have mobilized millions of ordinary people around the world. Originally published in 2014, The Revolt of the Public is now available in an updated edition, which includes an extensive analysis of Donald Trump’s improbable rise to the presidency and the electoral triumphs of Brexit. The book concludes with a speculative look forward, pondering whether the current elite class can bring about a reformation of the democratic process and whether new organizing principles, adapted to a digital world, can arise out of the present political turbulence.
Publisher: Stripe Press
ISBN: 1953953344
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 465
Book Description
How insurgencies—enabled by digital devices and a vast information sphere—have mobilized millions of ordinary people around the world. In the words of economist and scholar Arnold Kling, Martin Gurri saw it coming. Technology has categorically reversed the information balance of power between the public and the elites who manage the great hierarchical institutions of the industrial age: government, political parties, the media. The Revolt of the Public tells the story of how insurgencies, enabled by digital devices and a vast information sphere, have mobilized millions of ordinary people around the world. Originally published in 2014, The Revolt of the Public is now available in an updated edition, which includes an extensive analysis of Donald Trump’s improbable rise to the presidency and the electoral triumphs of Brexit. The book concludes with a speculative look forward, pondering whether the current elite class can bring about a reformation of the democratic process and whether new organizing principles, adapted to a digital world, can arise out of the present political turbulence.
Unicorn Jazz the Thing I Do
Author: Lisa Caprelli
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781951203122
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
A whimsical children's picture book full of witty animal puns, subtle rhyme schemes, and vibrant hand-drawn illustrations, "The Thing I Do" shines a spotlight on the unique mythical character to the Unicorn Jazz book series --- Trezekke the Zebracorn! In The Thing I Do, join Trezekke and his magical friends. Boldly and bravely, he volunteers in front of his classmates and shares his thoughts about the thing that he likes to do best, but there's a catch. Rather than telling us his favorite activity, Trezekke drops clues and hints to correctly guess his favorite thing to do.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781951203122
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
A whimsical children's picture book full of witty animal puns, subtle rhyme schemes, and vibrant hand-drawn illustrations, "The Thing I Do" shines a spotlight on the unique mythical character to the Unicorn Jazz book series --- Trezekke the Zebracorn! In The Thing I Do, join Trezekke and his magical friends. Boldly and bravely, he volunteers in front of his classmates and shares his thoughts about the thing that he likes to do best, but there's a catch. Rather than telling us his favorite activity, Trezekke drops clues and hints to correctly guess his favorite thing to do.
Where I'm from
Author: Steven Borsman
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
"In the Fall of 2010 I gave an assignment in my Appalachian Literature class at Berea College, telling my students to write their own version of "Where I'm From" poem based on the writing prompt and poem by George Ella Lyon, one of the preeminent Appalachian poets. I was so impressed by the results of the assignment that I felt the poems needed to be preserved in a bound document. Thus, this little book. These students completely captured the complexities of this region and their poems contain all the joys and sorrows of living in Appalachia. I am proud that they were my students and I am very proud that together we produced this record of contemporary Appalachian Life" -- Silas House
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
"In the Fall of 2010 I gave an assignment in my Appalachian Literature class at Berea College, telling my students to write their own version of "Where I'm From" poem based on the writing prompt and poem by George Ella Lyon, one of the preeminent Appalachian poets. I was so impressed by the results of the assignment that I felt the poems needed to be preserved in a bound document. Thus, this little book. These students completely captured the complexities of this region and their poems contain all the joys and sorrows of living in Appalachia. I am proud that they were my students and I am very proud that together we produced this record of contemporary Appalachian Life" -- Silas House
The Annotated Mona Lisa
Author: Carol Strickland
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
ISBN: 9780740768729
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
Like music, art is a universal language. Although looking at works of art is a pleasurable enough experience, to appreciate them fully requires certain skills and knowledge." --Carol Strickland, from the introduction to The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern * This heavily illustrated crash course in art history is revised and updated. This second edition of Carol Strickland's The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern offers an illustrated tutorial of prehistoric to post-modern art from cave paintings to video art installations to digital and Internet media. * Featuring succinct page-length essays, instructive sidebars, and more than 300 photographs, The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern takes art history out of the realm of dreary textbooks, demystifies jargon and theory, and makes art accessible-even at a cursory reading. * From Stonehenge to the Guggenheim and from Holbein to Warhol, more than 25,000 years of art is distilled into five sections covering a little more than 200 pages.
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
ISBN: 9780740768729
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
Like music, art is a universal language. Although looking at works of art is a pleasurable enough experience, to appreciate them fully requires certain skills and knowledge." --Carol Strickland, from the introduction to The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern * This heavily illustrated crash course in art history is revised and updated. This second edition of Carol Strickland's The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern offers an illustrated tutorial of prehistoric to post-modern art from cave paintings to video art installations to digital and Internet media. * Featuring succinct page-length essays, instructive sidebars, and more than 300 photographs, The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern takes art history out of the realm of dreary textbooks, demystifies jargon and theory, and makes art accessible-even at a cursory reading. * From Stonehenge to the Guggenheim and from Holbein to Warhol, more than 25,000 years of art is distilled into five sections covering a little more than 200 pages.
Consilience
Author: E. O. Wilson
Publisher: Vintage
ISBN: 0804154066
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 485
Book Description
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • "A dazzling journey across the sciences and humanities in search of deep laws to unite them." —The Wall Street Journal One of our greatest scientists—and the winner of two Pulitzer Prizes for On Human Nature and The Ants—gives us a work of visionary importance that may be the crowning achievement of his career. In Consilience (a word that originally meant "jumping together"), Edward O. Wilson renews the Enlightenment's search for a unified theory of knowledge in disciplines that range from physics to biology, the social sciences and the humanities. Using the natural sciences as his model, Wilson forges dramatic links between fields. He explores the chemistry of the mind and the genetic bases of culture. He postulates the biological principles underlying works of art from cave-drawings to Lolita. Presenting the latest findings in prose of wonderful clarity and oratorical eloquence, and synthesizing it into a dazzling whole, Consilience is science in the path-clearing traditions of Newton, Einstein, and Richard Feynman.
Publisher: Vintage
ISBN: 0804154066
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 485
Book Description
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • "A dazzling journey across the sciences and humanities in search of deep laws to unite them." —The Wall Street Journal One of our greatest scientists—and the winner of two Pulitzer Prizes for On Human Nature and The Ants—gives us a work of visionary importance that may be the crowning achievement of his career. In Consilience (a word that originally meant "jumping together"), Edward O. Wilson renews the Enlightenment's search for a unified theory of knowledge in disciplines that range from physics to biology, the social sciences and the humanities. Using the natural sciences as his model, Wilson forges dramatic links between fields. He explores the chemistry of the mind and the genetic bases of culture. He postulates the biological principles underlying works of art from cave-drawings to Lolita. Presenting the latest findings in prose of wonderful clarity and oratorical eloquence, and synthesizing it into a dazzling whole, Consilience is science in the path-clearing traditions of Newton, Einstein, and Richard Feynman.
The Memorial History of Hartford County, Connecticut, 1633-1884
Author: James Hammond Trumbull
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Hartford County (Conn.)
Languages : en
Pages : 726
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Hartford County (Conn.)
Languages : en
Pages : 726
Book Description
The Rape of Lucrece
Author: William Shakespeare
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 75
Book Description
"The Rape of Lucrece" by William Shakespeare is a narrative poem that retells the tragic tale of Lucretia, a virtuous Roman noblewoman whose rape by Sextus Tarquinius, a prince, leads to her ultimate demise and serves as a catalyst for the overthrow of the Roman monarchy. In this poem, Shakespeare delves into themes of honor, virtue, and the consequences of unchecked power. Through vivid imagery and powerful language, he portrays the psychological and emotional turmoil experienced by Lucretia in the aftermath of her assault, as well as the profound impact it has on her and those around her. "The Rape of Lucrece" is not only a compelling work of literature but also a profound exploration of the human condition. It forces readers to confront uncomfortable truths about the nature of violence, consent, and the abuse of power, while also offering insights into the resilience and strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. With its timeless themes and poetic beauty, "The Rape of Lucrece" remains a poignant and thought-provoking masterpiece that continues to resonate with audiences today.
Publisher: BoD - Books on Demand
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 75
Book Description
"The Rape of Lucrece" by William Shakespeare is a narrative poem that retells the tragic tale of Lucretia, a virtuous Roman noblewoman whose rape by Sextus Tarquinius, a prince, leads to her ultimate demise and serves as a catalyst for the overthrow of the Roman monarchy. In this poem, Shakespeare delves into themes of honor, virtue, and the consequences of unchecked power. Through vivid imagery and powerful language, he portrays the psychological and emotional turmoil experienced by Lucretia in the aftermath of her assault, as well as the profound impact it has on her and those around her. "The Rape of Lucrece" is not only a compelling work of literature but also a profound exploration of the human condition. It forces readers to confront uncomfortable truths about the nature of violence, consent, and the abuse of power, while also offering insights into the resilience and strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. With its timeless themes and poetic beauty, "The Rape of Lucrece" remains a poignant and thought-provoking masterpiece that continues to resonate with audiences today.
Italian Hours
Author: Henry James
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Italy
Languages : en
Pages : 656
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Italy
Languages : en
Pages : 656
Book Description
I'm Going to the Hospital
Author: Jaime Munt
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780692462843
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
The "I'm Going..." series deals with the uncomfortable trips children need to make sometimes: going to the dentist, getting a haircut, the first day of school and other events. In the first volume we meet the little kid who doesn't like to do anything new, but in this story they are facing the frightening reality of having to go to the hospital. Hospitals are no fun for grown-ups, but for kids it can be really strange and scary. "I'm Going to the Hospital" is fun to read, but perfect for the little kid if your life should they ever need to visit a hospital. This book will prepare a child for what a hospital is like and hopefully ease some of those fears in addition to letting them know that what they are feeling is normal.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780692462843
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
The "I'm Going..." series deals with the uncomfortable trips children need to make sometimes: going to the dentist, getting a haircut, the first day of school and other events. In the first volume we meet the little kid who doesn't like to do anything new, but in this story they are facing the frightening reality of having to go to the hospital. Hospitals are no fun for grown-ups, but for kids it can be really strange and scary. "I'm Going to the Hospital" is fun to read, but perfect for the little kid if your life should they ever need to visit a hospital. This book will prepare a child for what a hospital is like and hopefully ease some of those fears in addition to letting them know that what they are feeling is normal.
The Art of Luca
Author: Disney/Pixar
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9781797207254
Category : Animated films
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
This vibrant volume is an exclusive look behind the scenes of Disney and Pixar's original feature film Luca. The Art of Lucaexplores the stunning visuals of the coming-of-age story, set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera. Readers get a front-row view at never-before-seen development art, character sketches, storyboards, color scripts, and interviews with the creators. * Behind the scenes of the making of Disney and Pixar's Luca * Features colorful concept art and character explorations from the movie * Includes fascinating facts and details from the creative team In the animated film, Luca and his newfound best friend are sharing an unforgettable summer and a deeply-held secret: they are sea monsters from a world just below the water's surface. For aspiring artists, animators, and fans alike, The Art of Luca is part of the acclaimed ART OF series, inviting audiences behind the scenes of their favorite animated films. This book is perfect for: * Pixar fans and art buffs * Animators and students of animation * Fans of The Art of Pixar, The Art of Soul, The Art of Onwardand The Art of Coco © 2021 Disney/Pixar. All rights reserved.
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9781797207254
Category : Animated films
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
This vibrant volume is an exclusive look behind the scenes of Disney and Pixar's original feature film Luca. The Art of Lucaexplores the stunning visuals of the coming-of-age story, set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera. Readers get a front-row view at never-before-seen development art, character sketches, storyboards, color scripts, and interviews with the creators. * Behind the scenes of the making of Disney and Pixar's Luca * Features colorful concept art and character explorations from the movie * Includes fascinating facts and details from the creative team In the animated film, Luca and his newfound best friend are sharing an unforgettable summer and a deeply-held secret: they are sea monsters from a world just below the water's surface. For aspiring artists, animators, and fans alike, The Art of Luca is part of the acclaimed ART OF series, inviting audiences behind the scenes of their favorite animated films. This book is perfect for: * Pixar fans and art buffs * Animators and students of animation * Fans of The Art of Pixar, The Art of Soul, The Art of Onwardand The Art of Coco © 2021 Disney/Pixar. All rights reserved.