Author:
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 059521147X
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 235
Book Description
The Amadeus Legacy
Author:
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 059521147X
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 235
Book Description
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 059521147X
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 235
Book Description
Friendship Rules
Author: The travelling dog Amadeus
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781932957006
Category : Friendship
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
When Amadeus, the Great Pyrenees Mountain dog, finds three cats living under a hat, he happily befriends them.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781932957006
Category : Friendship
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
When Amadeus, the Great Pyrenees Mountain dog, finds three cats living under a hat, he happily befriends them.
Shakespeare's Creative Legacies
Author: Peter Holbrook
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 147423450X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 197
Book Description
We celebrate Shakespeare as a creator of plays and poems, characters and ideas, words and worlds. But so too, in the four centuries since his death in 1616, have thinkers, writers, artists and performers recreated him. Readers of this book are invited to explore Shakespeare's afterlife on the stage and on the screen, in poetry, fiction, music and dance, as well as in cultural and intellectual life. A series of concise introductory essays are here combined with personal reflections by prominent contemporary practitioners of the arts. At once a celebration and a critical response, the book explores Shakespeare as a global cultural figure who continues to engage artists, audiences and readers of all kinds. Includes contributions from: John Ashbery, Shaul Bassi, Simon Russell Beale, Sally Beamish, David Bintley, Michael Bogdanov, Kenneth Branagh, Debra Ann Byrd, John Caird, Antoni Cimolino, Wendy Cope, Gregory Doran, Margaret Drabble, Dominic Dromgoole, Ellen Geer, Michael Holroyd, Gordon Kerry, John Kinsella, Juan Carlos Liberti, Lachlan Mackinnon, David Malouf, Javier Marías, Yukio Ninagawa, Janet Suzman, Salley Vickers, Rowan Williams, Lisa Wolpe, Greg Wyatt. All proceeds from the sale of this volume will be donated to the International Shakespeare Association, to support the study and appreciation of Shakespeare around the world.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 147423450X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 197
Book Description
We celebrate Shakespeare as a creator of plays and poems, characters and ideas, words and worlds. But so too, in the four centuries since his death in 1616, have thinkers, writers, artists and performers recreated him. Readers of this book are invited to explore Shakespeare's afterlife on the stage and on the screen, in poetry, fiction, music and dance, as well as in cultural and intellectual life. A series of concise introductory essays are here combined with personal reflections by prominent contemporary practitioners of the arts. At once a celebration and a critical response, the book explores Shakespeare as a global cultural figure who continues to engage artists, audiences and readers of all kinds. Includes contributions from: John Ashbery, Shaul Bassi, Simon Russell Beale, Sally Beamish, David Bintley, Michael Bogdanov, Kenneth Branagh, Debra Ann Byrd, John Caird, Antoni Cimolino, Wendy Cope, Gregory Doran, Margaret Drabble, Dominic Dromgoole, Ellen Geer, Michael Holroyd, Gordon Kerry, John Kinsella, Juan Carlos Liberti, Lachlan Mackinnon, David Malouf, Javier Marías, Yukio Ninagawa, Janet Suzman, Salley Vickers, Rowan Williams, Lisa Wolpe, Greg Wyatt. All proceeds from the sale of this volume will be donated to the International Shakespeare Association, to support the study and appreciation of Shakespeare around the world.
Disassembling the Celebrity Figure
Author: Jackie Raphael
Publisher: BRILL
ISBN: 900436532X
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 251
Book Description
Disassembling the Celebrity Figure: Credibility and the Incredible questions the credibility of celebrity brands, exploring how fandoms depend on perceptions and representations of authenticity. It asks how authenticity is projected by global celebrities, and how fans consume these carefully curated personas, and explores how the media breaks down barriers between celebrities and fans. It presents a discussion of celebrities as brands, exploring how their images are maintained after they pass away. It also offers analysis of the ways in which historical figures are later reconstructed as celebrities, and explores how their images are circulated and consumed across contemporary media. Ultimately, the book examines authenticity in celebrity culture by looking at fandom, media representation, branding and celebrity deaths. Contributors are Marie Josephine Bennett, Lise Dilling-Nielsen, Kylo-Patrick R. Hart, Mingyi Hou, Renata Iwicka, Ephraim Das Janssen, Magdalen Wing-Chi Ki, Celia Lam, Mirella Longo, Aliah Mansor, Jackie Raphael and Millicent Weber.
Publisher: BRILL
ISBN: 900436532X
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 251
Book Description
Disassembling the Celebrity Figure: Credibility and the Incredible questions the credibility of celebrity brands, exploring how fandoms depend on perceptions and representations of authenticity. It asks how authenticity is projected by global celebrities, and how fans consume these carefully curated personas, and explores how the media breaks down barriers between celebrities and fans. It presents a discussion of celebrities as brands, exploring how their images are maintained after they pass away. It also offers analysis of the ways in which historical figures are later reconstructed as celebrities, and explores how their images are circulated and consumed across contemporary media. Ultimately, the book examines authenticity in celebrity culture by looking at fandom, media representation, branding and celebrity deaths. Contributors are Marie Josephine Bennett, Lise Dilling-Nielsen, Kylo-Patrick R. Hart, Mingyi Hou, Renata Iwicka, Ephraim Das Janssen, Magdalen Wing-Chi Ki, Celia Lam, Mirella Longo, Aliah Mansor, Jackie Raphael and Millicent Weber.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Author: Piero Melograni
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 0226519562
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
Publisher description
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 0226519562
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
Publisher description
The General History of the World
Author: Sir Walter Raleigh
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History, Ancient
Languages : en
Pages : 572
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History, Ancient
Languages : en
Pages : 572
Book Description
Classical Composers: Lives and Legacies
Author: Harry Tekell
Publisher: Richards Education
ISBN:
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 143
Book Description
Classical Composers: Lives and Legacies is an expansive journey through the lives and works of the most influential figures in classical music history. From the Baroque masters like Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel, through the revolutionary works of Ludwig van Beethoven and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, to the modern innovations of Philip Glass and Arvo Pärt, this book delves into the fascinating stories and enduring legacies of these musical giants. Each chapter offers insights into different eras and styles, examining the social, cultural, and technological contexts that shaped their compositions. Perfect for both classical music enthusiasts and those new to the genre, this book provides a comprehensive and engaging overview of the art form that has profoundly influenced our world.
Publisher: Richards Education
ISBN:
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 143
Book Description
Classical Composers: Lives and Legacies is an expansive journey through the lives and works of the most influential figures in classical music history. From the Baroque masters like Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel, through the revolutionary works of Ludwig van Beethoven and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, to the modern innovations of Philip Glass and Arvo Pärt, this book delves into the fascinating stories and enduring legacies of these musical giants. Each chapter offers insights into different eras and styles, examining the social, cultural, and technological contexts that shaped their compositions. Perfect for both classical music enthusiasts and those new to the genre, this book provides a comprehensive and engaging overview of the art form that has profoundly influenced our world.
Artists, Writers, and Musicians
Author: Michel-Andre Bossy
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313017328
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Disney's animated trailblazing, Dostoyevsky's philosophical neuroses, Hendrix's electric haze, Hitchcock's masterful manipulation, Frida Kahlo's scarifying portraits, Van Gogh's vigorous color, and Virginia Woolf's modern feminism: this multicultural reference tool examines 200 artists, writers, and musicians from around the world. Detailed biographical essays place them in a broad historical context, showing how their luminous achievements influenced and guided contemporary and future generations, shaped the internal and external perceptions of their craft, and met the sensibilities of their audience.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313017328
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Disney's animated trailblazing, Dostoyevsky's philosophical neuroses, Hendrix's electric haze, Hitchcock's masterful manipulation, Frida Kahlo's scarifying portraits, Van Gogh's vigorous color, and Virginia Woolf's modern feminism: this multicultural reference tool examines 200 artists, writers, and musicians from around the world. Detailed biographical essays place them in a broad historical context, showing how their luminous achievements influenced and guided contemporary and future generations, shaped the internal and external perceptions of their craft, and met the sensibilities of their audience.
Harmonies and Histories
Author: Barrett Williams
Publisher: Barrett Williams
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Dive into the enchanting world of classical music with "Harmonies and Histories," an immersive journey spanning centuries of musical evolution. Whether you are a passionate enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this eBook offers a captivating exploration of the origins, transformations, and enduring impact of classical music. Begin your adventure with the "Prelude to Classical Music," where the roots of this mesmerizing art form are traced back to its earliest influences. As you navigate the "Baroque Beginnings," you'll encounter the spirit of a vibrant era, examining the works and innovations of its key composers. Delve into the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach and discover why he remains a cornerstone of classical music today. The "Classical Period" takes center stage with figures like Haydn and Mozart, revealing the elegance and structural brilliance of their compositions. Follow the captivating story of Mozart’s prodigious talents and lasting legacy. Experience the heartfelt expression of the "Romantic Wave" and explore transformative works that still captivate audiences. Journey with Beethoven as he bridges the classical and romantic worlds, reshaping music in profound ways. Feel the surge of nationalism in music, where composers draw deeply from their cultures, crafting unique and powerful soundscapes. Dance along the keys with Chopin, whose piano compositions are nothing short of pure poetry. Experience the evocative nuances of Impressionism through the works of Debussy and Ravel. Traverse Tchaikovsky's emotional compositions that continue to resonate in ballets and symphonies worldwide. Witness the break from tradition in the Modern and Avant-Garde chapters and grapple with the complex melodies of Shostakovich’s Soviet influences. Celebrate the overlooked contributions of women in classical music and understand the profound cultural exchanges that have enriched this universal art form. The book culminates with a look toward the future, pondering new directions and the role of technology, while embracing the timeless allure of classical music. Embark on this timeless journey and rekindle your passion for an art form that transcends boundaries.
Publisher: Barrett Williams
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Dive into the enchanting world of classical music with "Harmonies and Histories," an immersive journey spanning centuries of musical evolution. Whether you are a passionate enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this eBook offers a captivating exploration of the origins, transformations, and enduring impact of classical music. Begin your adventure with the "Prelude to Classical Music," where the roots of this mesmerizing art form are traced back to its earliest influences. As you navigate the "Baroque Beginnings," you'll encounter the spirit of a vibrant era, examining the works and innovations of its key composers. Delve into the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach and discover why he remains a cornerstone of classical music today. The "Classical Period" takes center stage with figures like Haydn and Mozart, revealing the elegance and structural brilliance of their compositions. Follow the captivating story of Mozart’s prodigious talents and lasting legacy. Experience the heartfelt expression of the "Romantic Wave" and explore transformative works that still captivate audiences. Journey with Beethoven as he bridges the classical and romantic worlds, reshaping music in profound ways. Feel the surge of nationalism in music, where composers draw deeply from their cultures, crafting unique and powerful soundscapes. Dance along the keys with Chopin, whose piano compositions are nothing short of pure poetry. Experience the evocative nuances of Impressionism through the works of Debussy and Ravel. Traverse Tchaikovsky's emotional compositions that continue to resonate in ballets and symphonies worldwide. Witness the break from tradition in the Modern and Avant-Garde chapters and grapple with the complex melodies of Shostakovich’s Soviet influences. Celebrate the overlooked contributions of women in classical music and understand the profound cultural exchanges that have enriched this universal art form. The book culminates with a look toward the future, pondering new directions and the role of technology, while embracing the timeless allure of classical music. Embark on this timeless journey and rekindle your passion for an art form that transcends boundaries.
Portraits of Women in the American West
Author: Dee Garceau-Hagen
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1136076107
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
Men are usually the heroes of Western stories, but women also played a crucial role in developing the American frontier, and their stories have rarely been told. This anthology of biographical essays on women promises new insight into gender in the 19C American West. The women featured include Asian Americans, African-Americans and Native American women, as well as their white counterparts. The original essays offer observations about gender and sexual violence, the subordinate status of women of color, their perseverance and influence in changing that status, a look at the gendered religious legacy that shaped Western Catholicism, and women in the urban and rural, industrial and agricultural West.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1136076107
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
Men are usually the heroes of Western stories, but women also played a crucial role in developing the American frontier, and their stories have rarely been told. This anthology of biographical essays on women promises new insight into gender in the 19C American West. The women featured include Asian Americans, African-Americans and Native American women, as well as their white counterparts. The original essays offer observations about gender and sexual violence, the subordinate status of women of color, their perseverance and influence in changing that status, a look at the gendered religious legacy that shaped Western Catholicism, and women in the urban and rural, industrial and agricultural West.