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  How Plays Work (revised and...

  David Adger

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  In How Plays Work, distinguished playwright David Edgar examines the mechanisms and techniques which dramatists throughout the ages have employed to structure their plays and to express their meaning.
  Written for playwrights and playgoers alike, Edgar's analysis starts with the building blocks of whole plays – plot, character-creation, genre and structure – and moves on to scenes and devices. He shows how plays share a common architecture without which the uniqueness of their authors' vision would be invisible.
  How Plays Work is both a masterclass for playwrights and playmakers and a fascinating guide to the anatomy of drama. In this revised edition, Edgar brings the book right up to date with analyses of many recent plays, as well as explorations of emerging genres and new innovations in playwriting practice.
  'A brilliantly illuminating, bang-up-to-date, unmissable read' April De Angelis
  'A book of real theoretical heft written by a major working playwright' Steve Waters
  'An essential accompaniment for anyone fascinated by the craft of dramatic storytelling' John Yorke
  'Every theatremaker should read this book' Pippa Hill, Literary Manager, Royal Shakespeare Company
  'Even if you've read the book before, it demands to be reread' Simon Callow
  'Combines theoretical acumen with the assured know-how of a working dramatist' Terry Eagleton, Times Literary Supplement

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  Gordon Jenkins

  Wink Martindale

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  Gordon Jenkins arranged for legendary musicians, recorded a dozen hit singles including “P.S. I Love You” and “Blue Prelude” and a host of other accomplishments in the world of music.  The arranger, composer and pianist was influential throughout the 40s and 50s. Despite his many musical talents, Jenkins discusses his desire but unfortunate inability to sing. In a conversation with host Wink Martindale, Jenkins talks about his expansive musical work, accomplished career and focusing on writing well versus writing to get rich.

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  Guitar Serenades

  Kim Mitzo Thompson

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  Incredible guitar melodies create a perfect atmosphere for relaxing, unwinding.

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  Christmas Is Coming Songs and...

  Celtic Tradition

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  Weihnachten in Irland - wer träumt da nicht von gemütlichen Irish Pubs, in denen fröhlich musiziert wird, während draußen der kalte Wind durch die Gassen fegt? Das Albumder Gruppe Celtic Tradition bietet eine Auswahl von Melodien, die inIrland zur Weihnachtszeit gespielt werden. Der Song "The Wren, The Wren" wird beispielsweise zum St. Stephen's Day gespielt, an dem Musiker*innen traditionell von Haus zu Haus ziehen, um gemeinsam ein Schlückchen zu trinken.Aus dem Inhalt:Don Oichee Úd I mBeithil • The Seven Rejoices Of Our Lady • Beauty In Tears • A Íosa A Laogh-Dhil • Christmas In The Old Man's Hat • The Snow On The Heather • Airdi Cuan • The Wren, The Wren • Polkas: O'Brian's Bridge, The Mulcair Bank's, Fall's Of Doonass • We Three Kings of Orient Are • Child of Bethlehem • The Holly And The Berry (Hornpipe) • Jigs: Paddy O'Brien's Jig Tumble The Tinker • Reels: Larry Readigan's, Christmas Eve

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  Mary Pickford - Queen of the Movies

  Christel Schmidt

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  “Explains Pickford’s roles as not only a talented actress, but also as a philanthropist and industry leader who managed to end up her own producer.” —Time Out   In the early days of cinema, when actors were unbilled and unmentioned in credits, audiences immediately noticed Mary Pickford. Moviegoers everywhere were riveted by her magnetic talent and appeal as she rose to become cinema’s first great star.   In this engaging collection, co-published with the Library of Congress, an eminent group of film historians sheds new light on this icon’s incredible life and legacy. Pickford emerges from the pages in vivid detail, revealed as a gifted actress, a philanthropist, and a savvy industry leader who fought for creative control of her films and ultimately became her own producer. With extensive photos and illustrations, this book paints a fascinating portrait of a key figure in American cinematic history.  Includes over 200 photos, illustrations, and stills from the collections of the Library of Congress and Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

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  Kicksology - The Hype Science...

  Brian Metzler

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  Kicksology is your all-access pass into the fascinating, colorful world of running shoes — and what makes up a perfect pair of kicks.
   
  Sports journalist and veteran shoe tester Brian Metzler takes runners and kicksologists deep inside the $10 billion running shoe industry with a behind-the-curtain look at what makes iconic running shoe brands tick. Kicksology follows a shoe from inspiration to store shelf to show how innovative ideas evolve into industry-wide trends and fads. Metzler tours shoe labs where scientists advance our understanding of shoes and running mechanics as well as the domestic and overseas shoe factories where the world's favorite kicks are assembled.
   
  A dedicated shoe nerd and running junkie, Metzler shares his love of great shoes in this fascinating look at the intersections of shoe culture and history, science and storytelling, intel from the innovators with on-the-ground insight from top runners.
   
  Kicksology is filled with information as entertaining as it is surprising, tapping into the passion runners have for their kicks and feeding their curiosity about what makes a great shoe.

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