Editorial: Imagination Books
Flowers - Nature Through Watercolors A wonderful collection of beautiful watercolor paintings, showcasing the sublime, wild and amazing power of Mother Nature through the beauty of the brush stroke...Get it now!
The Song Dynasty (960–1279) emerged from the remnants of the fragmented Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period, establishing a centralized government that would shape China for centuries. Unlike previous dynasties that relied heavily on military conquest, the Song prioritized administration, economic growth, and cultural development, laying the foundation for one of the most prosperous eras in Chinese history. The dynasty is traditionally divided into two periods: the Northern Song (960–1127) and the Southern Song (1127–1279). The Northern Song was founded by Emperor Taizu, who implemented policies to weaken the power of military governors and strengthen civilian rule. This shift reduced the influence of warlords, allowing for a stable bureaucratic system. However, external threats, particularly from the Khitan Liao and later the Jurchen Jin, forced the court to focus on diplomacy and financial strategies rather than military expansion. Eventually, the Jin conquest of the north in 1127 led to the retreat of the Song court to the south, marking the beginning of the Southern Song period. Despite losing control over key northern territories, the Southern Song maintained a flourishing economy, driven by trade, technological advancements, and agricultural productivity. The Song Dynasty’s political structure was characterized by a well-organized bureaucracy based on merit rather than aristocratic privilege. The expansion of the civil service examination system ensured that government officials were selected through rigorous academic testing rather than birthright. This system, rooted in Confucian ideals, emphasized knowledge of classical texts and governance principles, creating a scholar-official class that played a crucial role in state affairs. While this meritocratic system promoted stability, it also created a conservative bureaucracy resistant to radical reforms.Ver libro
Signing a record deal at the age of 17 is something Alex didn’t plan for, but it sets him on a path that will bring him tantalisingly close to fame, not once, but three and a half times over the next 7 years. Things don't always go as planned as he ditches school and jumps from US record deals to UK TV appearances, even joining a boy band in his epic quest for fame. Alex encounters neo-nazis and gangsta rappers up close, and experiences tragedy, mental health challenges and sexual abuse, all during the cultural shift of the 90s meeting the likes of The Fall, Suede, Blur, Patti Boyd, Mansun and PJ & Duncan on the way. Three And A Half Minutes of Fame is an authentic look back at the 90s, the last decade before social media, seen from the experiences of an Essex boy with a dream. Book reviews: “Fun, nostalgic and painfully honest. A brilliant ride through the ups, downs, hopes and dreams of gigging in the 90s.” Lucy Nichol, Author, The 27 Club and Parklife "Alex was there at one of the most pivotal times in British rock music, relentlessly observing while playing his drums all over the country. He’s lovingly and unflinchingly captured it all in this cool book- a great read" Tim Thornton, author, The Alternative Hero & drummer, FinkVer libro
This book collects the contributions to the international conference on the theater of Greek director Theodoros Terzopoulos, held in Delphi, Greece, in 2018. Terzopoulos, who developed an internationally acclaimed contemporary form of ancient theater with his own method, has made a deep impact with his work on both theater theory and practice as well as on the research of its foundations in different cultures. Contributors include Hélène Ahrweiler | Afroditi Panagiotakou | Erika Fischer-Lichte | Etel Adnan | Anatoly Vasiliev | Eugenio Barba | Freddy Decreus | Frank Raddatz | Dikmen Gürün | Vasilis Papavasileiou | Eleni Varopoulou | Daniel Wetzel | Jaroslaw Fret | Blanka Zizka | Maria Marangou | Kalliope Lemos | Konstantinos Arvanitakis | Gonia Jarema | Dimitris Tsatsoulis | Savas Patsalidis | George Sampatakakis | Penelope Chatzidimitriou | Despoina Bebedeli | Tasos Dimas | Savvas Stroumpos | Avra Sidiropoulou | Johanna Weber | Panagiotis Velianitis | Ileiana Dimadi | Kim Jae Kyoung | Sophia Hill | Aglaia Pappa | Dimitris Tiliakos | Marika Thomadaki | Niovi Charalambous | Özlem Hemiș Katerina Arvaniti | Paolo Musio | Kerem Karaboga | Yiling Tsai | Lin Chien-Lang | Justin Jain | Li Yadi | Przemyslaw Blaszczak | Mikhail Sokolov | Rustem Begenov | Juan Esteban Echeverri ArangoVer libro
When electricity hangs in the air so thick the moon and stars fizzle and drown in a sea of light, the people living within it, breathing it in, can never be “normal.”From disfigured mutants accidentally murdering god to a man falling madly in love with a blood-thirsty VCR, we promise you’ve never read anything as bizarre as this!In these six tales, Pauley explores the lives of those living in the darkest corners of the world, those living electric:GODDAMN ELECTRIC NIGHTS.Contains the stories:1) Slime Night!2) Killing Teddy (previously published under the names Insection 8 and The Third Floor)3) The Spiders of Honeyville4) Hypnagogia5) $5 Electric Suzie6) Spin Doctors MixtapeVer libro
"Wizardry Unleashed: A Journey Through Magic and Mayhem" ⭐⭐ Simplified Insights & Narratives Included ⭐⭐ Are you eager to advance your skills and deepen your knowledge by diving into the magical realm? Looking for a complete guide that provides everything you need for your magical journey? Your quest ends here! This audiobook is your ultimate companion for exploring new dimensions, applying your mystical abilities, and engaging in magical exercises. Get ready for an enchanting adventure. Fully updated for the latest magical trends. Key features of this expansive guide: - In-depth revelations about the secrets of magic - Detailed explanations of mystical concepts - Effective strategies for mastering magical challenges Our audiobook sets itself apart with comprehensive coverage, vital for mastering the mystical arts. Concepts are thoroughly explored and presented with clarity. Please note that this guide is an independent resource for your magical exploration. Structured logically with simple, easy-to-follow language, our guide ensures seamless transitions through captivating concepts. Embrace clarity and precise insights without dense mysticism. So, why delay? Click the BUY NOW button, grab your guide, and embark on your magical journey today!Ver libro
For most of us, fond memories of the Christmas season are inseparable from television's holiday presentations. The world loves everything from iconic cartoons like How the Grinch Stole Christmas and A Charlie Brown Christmas to the groundbreaking Julia sitcom segment, "I'm Dreaming of a Black Christmas," Christmas in Rockefeller Center, and the 1992 television-remake of Christmas in Connecticut directed by Arnold Schwarzenegger. Christmas TV Memories: Nostalgic Holiday Favorites of the Small Screen embraces it all, offering a tinsel-decked traipse down memory lane and chronicling animated classics, variety shows, made-for-television features, and holiday-specific episodes of series like The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, and The Mary Tyler Moore Show. With a foreword by bestselling Free to Be You and Me author and That Girl star Marlo Thomas, along with commentary from other celebrities, historical quotes, and insights from entertainment journalists and archivists, Christmas TV Memories serves as the go-to companion to the small screen's most cherished holiday programs.Ver libro
