Author: Joseph J. Corn
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801853999
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
From Jules Verne to the Jetsons, from a 500-passenger flying wing to an anti-aircraft flying buzz-saw, the vision of the future as seen through the eyes of the past demonstrates the play of the American imagination on the canvas of the future.
Yesterday's Tomorrows
Author: Joseph J. Corn
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801853999
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
From Jules Verne to the Jetsons, from a 500-passenger flying wing to an anti-aircraft flying buzz-saw, the vision of the future as seen through the eyes of the past demonstrates the play of the American imagination on the canvas of the future.
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801853999
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
From Jules Verne to the Jetsons, from a 500-passenger flying wing to an anti-aircraft flying buzz-saw, the vision of the future as seen through the eyes of the past demonstrates the play of the American imagination on the canvas of the future.
Visions of Yesterday
Author: Jeffrey Richards
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 131792861X
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
Film is an important source of social history, as well as having been a popular art form from the early twentieth century. This study shows how a society, consciously or unconsciously, is mirrored in its cinema. It considers the role of the cinema in dramatizing popular beliefs and myths, and takes three case studies – American populism, British imperialism, German Nazism – to explain how a nation’s pressures, tensions and hopes come through in its films. Examining the American cinema is accomplished by analysing the careers of three great directors, John Ford, Frank Capra and Leo McCarey, while the British and German cinemas are studied by theme. The analysis of the British Empire as seen in film broke exciting new ground with a pioneering account of ‘the cinema of Empire’ when it was first published in 1973. With full filmographies and a carefully selected bibliography it is an outstanding work of reference and its lively approach makes it a delight to read. Reviews of the original edition: ‘A work of considerable force and considerable wit.’ – Clive James, Observer ‘...a work that is original, mentally stimulating and most pleasurable to read.’ – Focus on Film
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 131792861X
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
Film is an important source of social history, as well as having been a popular art form from the early twentieth century. This study shows how a society, consciously or unconsciously, is mirrored in its cinema. It considers the role of the cinema in dramatizing popular beliefs and myths, and takes three case studies – American populism, British imperialism, German Nazism – to explain how a nation’s pressures, tensions and hopes come through in its films. Examining the American cinema is accomplished by analysing the careers of three great directors, John Ford, Frank Capra and Leo McCarey, while the British and German cinemas are studied by theme. The analysis of the British Empire as seen in film broke exciting new ground with a pioneering account of ‘the cinema of Empire’ when it was first published in 1973. With full filmographies and a carefully selected bibliography it is an outstanding work of reference and its lively approach makes it a delight to read. Reviews of the original edition: ‘A work of considerable force and considerable wit.’ – Clive James, Observer ‘...a work that is original, mentally stimulating and most pleasurable to read.’ – Focus on Film
Yesterday's Tomorrows
Author: Pere Gallardo
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
ISBN: 1443858773
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
2012 was a year of financial crises and ecological disasters, of endings and forebodings. The world did not end on December 21st as the Mayan calendar predicted, but became the stage for new beginnings, utopian communities, protest groups and solidarity movements. The essays in this book form an intertextual space for negotiating meaningful facts and fictions with an aim to understanding the present. Discussions focus on utopia and dystopia from literature and film, not only within the framework of science fiction but also critical theory, gender politics and social sciences. The authors of these essays are international academics whose interest lies in utopian studies and who attended the 13th International Conference of Utopian Studies, “The Shape of Things to Come”, held in Tarragona, Spain, in 2012.
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
ISBN: 1443858773
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
2012 was a year of financial crises and ecological disasters, of endings and forebodings. The world did not end on December 21st as the Mayan calendar predicted, but became the stage for new beginnings, utopian communities, protest groups and solidarity movements. The essays in this book form an intertextual space for negotiating meaningful facts and fictions with an aim to understanding the present. Discussions focus on utopia and dystopia from literature and film, not only within the framework of science fiction but also critical theory, gender politics and social sciences. The authors of these essays are international academics whose interest lies in utopian studies and who attended the 13th International Conference of Utopian Studies, “The Shape of Things to Come”, held in Tarragona, Spain, in 2012.
Yesterday's Widow
Author: JoEllen Conger
Publisher: Tate Publishing
ISBN: 1613461879
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
What kind of woman had she been? What had her relationship been with an unknown husband? Just the thought of having been married to a stranger for ten years, while still being married to Jerry, weighed heavily on her mind. Her car missing; her home usurped by a stranger; her identity stripped away; and two husbands dead turns her life upside down. When Victoria Greer arrives home, barely beating the blizzard moving in on Scranton, she expects to be enfolded into its warmth. Instead she is coldly rebuffed by an unknown butler. When she insists on admittance, she finds her home transformed by the man who now claims her estate as his own...Theodore Bailey. Victoria and Theodore attempt to answer the question: Who are Victoria Greer and Deborah McAndrews? This question isn't so easily answered, as Victoria is drawn into the murder investigation of her second husband, Tom McAndrews, a man she doesn't even remember. Uncertain of her own identity, Victoria, her life threatened by a killer, must decide who to trust and who to suspect in Yesterday's Widow.www.congerbooks.com
Publisher: Tate Publishing
ISBN: 1613461879
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
What kind of woman had she been? What had her relationship been with an unknown husband? Just the thought of having been married to a stranger for ten years, while still being married to Jerry, weighed heavily on her mind. Her car missing; her home usurped by a stranger; her identity stripped away; and two husbands dead turns her life upside down. When Victoria Greer arrives home, barely beating the blizzard moving in on Scranton, she expects to be enfolded into its warmth. Instead she is coldly rebuffed by an unknown butler. When she insists on admittance, she finds her home transformed by the man who now claims her estate as his own...Theodore Bailey. Victoria and Theodore attempt to answer the question: Who are Victoria Greer and Deborah McAndrews? This question isn't so easily answered, as Victoria is drawn into the murder investigation of her second husband, Tom McAndrews, a man she doesn't even remember. Uncertain of her own identity, Victoria, her life threatened by a killer, must decide who to trust and who to suspect in Yesterday's Widow.www.congerbooks.com
Concrete
Author: Harvey Whipple
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cement
Languages : en
Pages : 996
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cement
Languages : en
Pages : 996
Book Description
'No Golden Solis Rises for Yesterday'
Author: M.G. Brown
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
'No Golden Solis Rises for Yesterday': Tale One of Series ‘Begin an End for a World?' By: M.G. Brown About the Book On a world, not our Earth, in another galaxy, not our Milky Way, one boy starts to know who he is and one lil sis who lives to tease him and one older bully boy who lives to taunt him! Yet together they must begin to know each other better and to learn a world already in serious trouble for environmental problems. They must begin to realize their world from past yesterday’s made their present todays and will lead to their future tomorrows. But survive to continue only if they can help their world go on for a chance of living! And what can they do be merely youngsters? So, is 'No Golden Solis Rises for Yesterday' a 1st tale in new series Begin an End for a World?
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
'No Golden Solis Rises for Yesterday': Tale One of Series ‘Begin an End for a World?' By: M.G. Brown About the Book On a world, not our Earth, in another galaxy, not our Milky Way, one boy starts to know who he is and one lil sis who lives to tease him and one older bully boy who lives to taunt him! Yet together they must begin to know each other better and to learn a world already in serious trouble for environmental problems. They must begin to realize their world from past yesterday’s made their present todays and will lead to their future tomorrows. But survive to continue only if they can help their world go on for a chance of living! And what can they do be merely youngsters? So, is 'No Golden Solis Rises for Yesterday' a 1st tale in new series Begin an End for a World?
Today's Sounds for Yesterday's Films
Author: K.J. Donnelly
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 1137466367
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 233
Book Description
In recent years, there has been something of an explosion in the performance of live music to silent films. There is a wide range of films with live and new scores that run from the historically accurate orchestral scores to contemporary sounds by groups such as Pet Shop Boys or by experimental composers and gothic heavy metal bands. It is no exaggeration to claim that music constitutes a bridge between the old silent film and the modern audience; music is also a channel for non-scholarly audiences to gain an appreciation of silent films. Music has become a means both for musicians and audiences to understand this bygone film art anew. This book is the first of its kind in that it aims to bring together writings and interviews to delineate the culture of providing music for silent films. It not only has the character of a scholarly work but is also something of a manual in that it discusses how to make music for silent films.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 1137466367
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 233
Book Description
In recent years, there has been something of an explosion in the performance of live music to silent films. There is a wide range of films with live and new scores that run from the historically accurate orchestral scores to contemporary sounds by groups such as Pet Shop Boys or by experimental composers and gothic heavy metal bands. It is no exaggeration to claim that music constitutes a bridge between the old silent film and the modern audience; music is also a channel for non-scholarly audiences to gain an appreciation of silent films. Music has become a means both for musicians and audiences to understand this bygone film art anew. This book is the first of its kind in that it aims to bring together writings and interviews to delineate the culture of providing music for silent films. It not only has the character of a scholarly work but is also something of a manual in that it discusses how to make music for silent films.
Yesterday's Self
Author: Andreea Deciu Ritivoi
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 9780742513617
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
In Yesterday's Self, Andreea Ritivoi explores the philosophical and historical dimensions of nostalgia in the lives of immigrants, forging a connection between current trends in the philosophy of identity and intercultural studies. The book considers such questions as, Does attachment to one's native culture preclude or merely influence adaptation into a new culture? Do we fashion our identity in interdependence with others, or do we shape it in a non-contingent frame? Is it possible to assimilate in an unfamiliar world without risking self-alienation? Ritivoi's response: nostalgia is both the poison and the cure in such situations.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 9780742513617
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
In Yesterday's Self, Andreea Ritivoi explores the philosophical and historical dimensions of nostalgia in the lives of immigrants, forging a connection between current trends in the philosophy of identity and intercultural studies. The book considers such questions as, Does attachment to one's native culture preclude or merely influence adaptation into a new culture? Do we fashion our identity in interdependence with others, or do we shape it in a non-contingent frame? Is it possible to assimilate in an unfamiliar world without risking self-alienation? Ritivoi's response: nostalgia is both the poison and the cure in such situations.
Yesterday's Shadow
Author: Ray McElhaney
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595481302
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 215
Book Description
"A terrifically exciting novel. Plenty of steam and excitement to delight both men and women readers. You won't be able to put it down." -Bill Eichenberger, Book Editor, Columbus Dispatch Yesterday's Shadow is an intriguing tale of calculated betrayal and deceptions that unfolds with unexpected twists. Ian McBride and his attorney friend encounter a pair of attractive women in Charleston and plan romance on beautiful Hilton Head Island. But are any of the four who they appear to be? The designing women each have a private agenda. They clash with each other as well as the men-a four-way personality tangle ensues and male-female chemistry ignites. But, the island paradise mood is soon torn by a deadly kidnapping and extortion plot. Intrigue and tensions spike-the criminal conspiracy must be stopped. However, one mistake could cost the lives of Ian and those close to him. "You'll almost hear the surf and feel the sand between your toes as you're sucked into this engaging novel. The author's FBI Agent expertise adds authenticity. Enjoyable, well-drawn characters make you feel involved." -Vicky Hunnings, Author of The Bride Wore Blood and Turn of Fortune "Ray McElhaney has created a delicately balanced thriller that bridges two genres with the deft of an engineer. A fast-paced, genuinely satisfying read." -Steven Gladis, Ph.D., Associate Dean, University of Virginia
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595481302
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 215
Book Description
"A terrifically exciting novel. Plenty of steam and excitement to delight both men and women readers. You won't be able to put it down." -Bill Eichenberger, Book Editor, Columbus Dispatch Yesterday's Shadow is an intriguing tale of calculated betrayal and deceptions that unfolds with unexpected twists. Ian McBride and his attorney friend encounter a pair of attractive women in Charleston and plan romance on beautiful Hilton Head Island. But are any of the four who they appear to be? The designing women each have a private agenda. They clash with each other as well as the men-a four-way personality tangle ensues and male-female chemistry ignites. But, the island paradise mood is soon torn by a deadly kidnapping and extortion plot. Intrigue and tensions spike-the criminal conspiracy must be stopped. However, one mistake could cost the lives of Ian and those close to him. "You'll almost hear the surf and feel the sand between your toes as you're sucked into this engaging novel. The author's FBI Agent expertise adds authenticity. Enjoyable, well-drawn characters make you feel involved." -Vicky Hunnings, Author of The Bride Wore Blood and Turn of Fortune "Ray McElhaney has created a delicately balanced thriller that bridges two genres with the deft of an engineer. A fast-paced, genuinely satisfying read." -Steven Gladis, Ph.D., Associate Dean, University of Virginia
Yesterday's Falcon
Author: Tim Newman
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 166325270X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 381
Book Description
Yesterday's Falcon opens as Gawain collapses at the portals of an isolated castle in the midst of a terrible snowstorm. He is taken in by Rhiannon, a striking young Druid who has been living alone since the murder of her husband. In order to heal the ailing knight, Rhiannon decides to take him to the Terran Stone, an ancient monolith left behind by the Far Druids before they disappeared. The mystical Stone stands on a small island in the center of the Natal Lake - a lake fed by waters flowing south from the ruinous wastelands. If Rhiannon is to find redemption and Gawain the answers he seeks, they must look to each other on the harrowing journey, for somewhere there lies hope and love in a dying world.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 166325270X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 381
Book Description
Yesterday's Falcon opens as Gawain collapses at the portals of an isolated castle in the midst of a terrible snowstorm. He is taken in by Rhiannon, a striking young Druid who has been living alone since the murder of her husband. In order to heal the ailing knight, Rhiannon decides to take him to the Terran Stone, an ancient monolith left behind by the Far Druids before they disappeared. The mystical Stone stands on a small island in the center of the Natal Lake - a lake fed by waters flowing south from the ruinous wastelands. If Rhiannon is to find redemption and Gawain the answers he seeks, they must look to each other on the harrowing journey, for somewhere there lies hope and love in a dying world.