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  Meeting of Minds - Volume VIII

  Steve Allen

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  By " assembling" some of the most fascinating figures in world history, Meeting of Minds provided a groundbreaking opportunity for audiences to be exposed to ideas by way of a medium not normally known for its intellectual vigor. Portrayed by actors, panelists engage in stimulating round-table discussions that were conducted like any other talk show but featured prominent influencers from bygone generations— not just philosophers and politicians, but poets, playwrights, and presidents. From activists and artists to international leaders— both famous and infamous— these conversations are unfailingly witty, thought-provoking, and genuinely entertaining.
  An innovative series, Meeting of Minds remains one of the most delightful ways of gaining historical perspective ever devised, and these original soundtrack recordings capture the intellectual and spirited debates of the episodes hosted by Steve Allen. The panelists featured in this volume are Greek philosopher Aristotle, Italian diplomat and author Niccolo Machiavelli, English poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and Chinese statesman Sun Yat-Sen.

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  Beauty of the Human Form

  Mike Blake

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  This Poem is Titled 'Beauty of the Human Form.  ::  
  It is a poem about the never ending fascination of People with the Human body. 
  Some might say, its in our DNA. That maybe so.  
  The Greeks knew how to display it, as both eroticism and as an Art form. 
  Showing both sexes in the 'Perfect' perfection of Beauty! 
  Unfortunately; the human form, especially the female human form has been in the last few decades 
  since the new renaissance or as we call the sexual revolution or as is now the 'free society'. 
  Denigrated to an object not of art but purely of desire, or descended into the more pornographic exploitive realms of decor art. 
  *NO A.I. has been used in the creation of this Poem. * As for all his poems & s/stories.* 
  *Just the purity of thought of the Author. 
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  Letters to Gwen John

  Celia Paul

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  Celia Paul's Letters to Gwen John centers on a series of letters addressed to the Welsh painter Gwen John (1876–1939), who has long been a tutelary spirit for Paul. John spent much of her life in France, making art on her own terms and, like Paul, painting mostly women. John's reputation was overshadowed during her lifetime by her brother, Augustus John, and her lover Auguste Rodin. Through the epistolary form, Paul draws fruitful comparisons between John's life and her own: their shared resolve to protect the sources of their creativity, their fierce commitment to painting, and the ways in which their associations with older male artists affected the public's reception of their work. 
   
   
   
  Letters to Gwen John is at once an intimate correspondence, an illuminating portrait of two painters, and a writer/artist's daybook, describing Paul's first exhibitions in America, her search for new forms, her husband's diagnosis of cancer, and the onset of the global pandemic. Paul, who first revealed her talents as a writer with her memoir, Self-Portrait, enters with courage and resolve into new unguarded territory—the artist at present—and the work required to make art out of the turbulence of life. 
   
   
   
  Contains mature themes.

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  Gene Hackman: The Untold Story...

  Vines Graener

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  In this gripping audiobook, we dive deep into the life and career of Gene Hackman, one of Hollywood's most iconic and versatile actors. From his early years to becoming an Oscar-winning legend, Hackman’s journey is filled with incredible stories, breakthrough roles, and unforgettable moments that defined a generation of cinema. 
  Explore the untold stories behind his most famous roles, including his portrayal of unforgettable characters in classic films like The French Connection, Unforgiven, and The Conversation. Discover how Hackman revolutionized the Hollywood landscape with his gritty, authentic style, earning him multiple awards and a lasting place in film history. 
  This audiobook uncovers the highs and lows of Hackman’s legendary career, offering an exclusive look into the life of one of the most respected actors in the industry. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to his work, Gene Hackman: The Untold Story is the ultimate celebration of his impact on film and his enduring legacy as an Oscar-winning legend. 
  Packed with insights, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and reflections on Hackman’s craft, this audiobook brings the fascinating world of Hollywood to life, providing listeners with a powerful tribute to a true cinematic legend.

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  The Twilight Zone Haiku

  Chad Ellis Boykin

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  The Twilight Zone Haiku explores the essence of Rod Serling’s iconic, uncanny 1960s television show through haiku, giving us dazzling, spot-on snapshots of each episode. In seventeen syllables, Boykin captures the show's main objective: to deliver a keen jolt of existential awareness. As you read, you find yourself marooned on an alien planet, lost in time, trapped inside a mannequin, surrounded by the debris of a nuclear attack, and always, always powerless to forces beyond your control. The Twilight Zone Haiku conjures the trappings of each haunting plot of the series, but more astutely, its scalpel-edged soul. Special audiobook bonus content includes: an interview by Tom Elliot with Earl Holliman, the first actor to ever step into The Twilight Zone, a special conversation between the author, Chad Ellis Boykin and audiobook producer and narrator, Tom Elliot, host of The Twilight Zone Podcast, an interview with haiku poet, artist, author, publisher, and Weirdo Poetry webmaster Jason McBride, and a special behind the scenes interview by audio engineer Christopher Sadler with the author, including new Twilight Zone Haiku poems exclusive to the audiobook.“Fans of The Twilight Zone will love this wonderful collection of haiku based on episodes of the classic series. Like Rod Serling’s doppelganger, Chad Ellis Boykin distills the theme of each episode into seventeen perfect syllables. Even if you’ve never seen an episode, the haiku can be enjoyed for the precision of the language and the lessons they share about the human condition. This book is smart, playful, and a joy to read. Be warned: once you step into that slippery dimension between time, space, and the open page, you’ll have a hard time leaving The Twilight Zone Haiku.”-Chuck Augello, author of Talking Vonnegut: Centennial Interviews and Essays and The Revolving Heart, a Best Books of 2020 Selection by Kirkus Reviews.

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  The Adam Lectures on...

  Stanley Jones

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.  
  The neoclassical interior represents one of the most enduring and influential movements in the history of decorative arts. Born from the Age of Enlightenment's fascination with classical antiquity, this design philosophy emerged in the mid-eighteenth century as a reaction against the ornate excesses of the Baroque and Rococo periods. The movement found its greatest expression through the work of Robert Adam and his brothers, who revolutionized interior design by creating spaces that balanced grandeur with restraint, luxury with intellectual rigor. 
  Understanding neoclassical interiors requires us to first examine the cultural and philosophical currents that gave birth to this aesthetic revolution. The eighteenth century witnessed an unprecedented interest in archaeological discovery, fueled by the excavations at Pompeii and Herculaneum beginning in 1738. These revelations of ancient Roman domestic life provided designers with authentic source material that had been lost for centuries. The Grand Tour, undertaken by wealthy young Europeans, further disseminated knowledge of classical architecture and decoration, creating a generation of patrons who demanded interiors that reflected their sophisticated understanding of antiquity. 
  The neoclassical movement represented more than mere aesthetic preference; it embodied the Enlightenment's core values of reason, order, and moral virtue. Classical antiquity was viewed not simply as a source of beautiful forms, but as a repository of timeless principles that could guide contemporary society toward perfection. This philosophical underpinning gave neoclassical interiors their distinctive character, combining visual beauty with intellectual depth in ways that purely decorative styles could not match.

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