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  British Architecture - A Very...

  Dana Arnold

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  British Architecture presents an original and engaging overview of the architecture of the British Isles, from medieval times to the present day. Avoiding the traditional approach of a chronological survey of architects and architectural style, each chapter presents a thematic exploration of key aspects of British architecture that endure across time and still have relevance today. Arnold also highlights the ways in which architecture can project national and regional identities. 
   
   
   
  British architecture tells of the intrinsic nature of Britishness and is an important means of understanding Britain's connection with the world. There is no doubt about the international significance of the work of recent and contemporary British architects. But Arnold also relates how a preoccupation with the past has been a constant theme in design. A thematic, historical understanding of British architecture in terms of its form and purpose explains much about society and culture. Architecture continues to shape patterns of living and social interaction and responds to new demands. Equally, debates about how best to express the nation through its architecture reveal much about Britain's perception of itself. Finally, Arnold explores how subsequent generations can offer new interpretations and meanings that change our view of British architecture's legacy.

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  La La Land - Oxford Guides to...

  Hannah Lewis

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  In this Oxford Guide to Film Musicals, author Hannah Lewis gives listeners fascinating new insights into the development, style, and reception of the 2016 film musical La La Land. Directed by Damien Chazelle with music by Justin Hurwitz, the film tells the story of a romance between an aspiring actress and jazz pianist as the two pursue their dreams in Los Angeles. It uses a vintage form to tell a modern story and its blend of nostalgia and realism made it an instant classic even as it prompted a range of critical and audience responses. Drawing on extensive personal interviews with director Damien Chazelle, composer Justin Hurwitz, choreographer Mandy Moore, and lyricists Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, the book explores La La Land's aesthetic approach to the film musical genre, particularly its engagement with and subversion of the classic Hollywood musical's stylistic and narrative expectations. 
   
   
   
  Lewis offers audiences ways of listening to the film's depiction of jazz, focusing especially on how race and genre intersect in its narrative. She also reveals new insights into the film's reception, showing how the critical response from its premiere to its place at the Academy Awards reflected broader cultural expectations and understandings of the film musical and its continued appeal for twenty-first century audiences.

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  The Thrilling Adventures of...

  Mr Punch

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  Norman Conquest is back! 
   
  In Blonde for Danger, our handsome desperado has to pit his wits against the evil crook Bosworth Field.  But who is the beautiful blonde he finds lying in the middle of the road and who is she hiding from?  And where exactly does J.J. Pace, the famous racing car designer fit into this?  
    
  In Killer Conquest, our dashing hero with a nose for trouble and rake-hell disregard for danger returns in a breathless crime-smashing adventure.  With his trademark ‘1066’ and his resourceful partner Pixie, he keeps up good cheer and marches on while he biffs the baddies.   
    
  In Miss Dynamite, our gentleman adventurer, having met a beautiful young lady in the middle of the night soon finds himself on the trail of a gang of jewel thieves.  Is the pretty girl as innocent as she seems?  Are diamonds really a girl’s best friend? Can ‘1066’ solve the mystery of Miss Dynamite?  
    
  In Conquest Marches On, our fast-talking, hard-hitting adventurer finds himself accused of assaulting a pretty young lady on the underground.  It’s only when our hero “1066” discovers that the young lady is the victim of a mysterious blackmailer known as “The Voice”, that he marches into yet another hell-for-leather action packed adventure in search of the baddies.  
    
    
  Also available as part of the THRILLER PLAYHOUSE BOX SET, eight episodes featuring Max Carrados, Norman Conquest and Ben from the popular BBC Drama series.  
    
  © & ℗ 2022 Mr Punch Audiobooks Ltd

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  New Strategies for Business...

  Tavian Rothwell

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  New Strategies for Business Success: Simplified Guide & Explanations Included 
  Are you eager to elevate your career and transform your ideas into profitable realities? 
  Do you need a comprehensive resource that covers everything necessary to thrive in today's competitive business landscape? 
  Look no further! This guide is your essential partner for enhancing your understanding, honing your skills, and engaging in practical exercises. With this resource, you're on the path to achieving success. 
  Key features of this enhanced guide include: - In-depth insights into transforming ideas into profitable realities - Comprehensive explanation of business strategies and frameworks - Effective techniques for preparing for challenges and overcoming obstacles 
  Our guide sets itself apart with its thorough approach, which is crucial for your success. Concepts are explored with precision, ensuring no detail is overlooked. 
  Please be aware that this guide operates independently and is not associated with any official business entity; it serves solely for your empowerment. 
  Crafted with a straightforward structure and clear language, our guide guarantees seamless transitions between topics. Say farewell to complex jargon and embrace clear, concise, and technically accurate content. So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and embark on your journey to business success!

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  Recessional - The Death of Free...

  David Mamet

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  NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! 
  “Savagery appeased can only grow. Once you give in to it, it must escalate, like a fire searching for air.” 
  The man who won the Pulitzer Prize for GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS, who wrote the classic films THE VERDICT and WAG THE DOG sounds his alarm about the Visigoths at our gates. 
  In RECESSIONAL he calls out, skewers, mocks, and, most importantly, dissects the virus of conformity which is now an existential threat to the West. 
  A broad-ranging journey through history, the Bible, and literature, RECESSIONAL examines how politics and cultural attitudes about rebellion have shifted in the United States in the last generation. By screaming down freedom of thought and expression, Mamet explains, we kill invention and democracy – the foundations of security and growth. 
  A wickedly funny, wistful and wry appeal to the free-thinking citizen, RECESSIONAL is a vital warning that if we don’t confront the cultural thuggery now, the commissars and their dupes will transform the Land of the Free into the dictatorship at which they aim.

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  Voices over Generations: A...

  Dale Smith

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  You will get information about Communication Skills, Globalized World. In Society how to live and your Identity how is it work all included here. The Author great work about this book.

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