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  Medieval Japan - Samurai and...

  Harris Ropes

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  The rise of feudal Japan marked a significant turning point in the nation's political and social history. Beginning in the late 8th to early 9th centuries, the centralized power of the imperial court in Kyoto began to wane. As emperors became more ceremonial figures, real power shifted into the hands of powerful landowning families and military clans in the provinces. These regional lords, or daimyo, started to assert control over their own territories, gradually weakening the authority of the imperial government. 
  This period of decentralization gave birth to a new system where local warlords governed through a network of vassals and military retainers. In return for loyalty and service, these retainers were granted land or a share in the profits from agricultural production. This land-based reward system laid the foundation for the feudal structure that would define medieval Japan for centuries to come. Unlike in Europe, where feudalism was based on strict legal contracts, Japan’s version emphasized personal loyalty and honor, often backed by military strength. 
  The emergence of powerful clans such as the Minamoto and Taira further accelerated the move toward feudal governance. Their rivalry culminated in the Genpei War (1180–1185), a brutal conflict that ultimately led to the downfall of the Taira clan and the rise of the Minamoto. In 1192, Minamoto no Yoritomo was appointed Seii Taishogun, or Shogun, by the emperor, establishing the first shogunate in Kamakura. This event marked the formal beginning of military rule in Japan and the creation of a dual-government system, where the emperor remained as a symbolic figure while the shogun held actual power.

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  The Price

  Arthur Miller

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  Arthur Miller's deeply moving drama reunites two long estranged middle-aged brothers. Nostalgia and recrimination erupt as they sell off an attic full of furniture, their last link to a family and a world that no longer exist. This 1968 classic is a wrenching saga of plaintive gestures and missed opportunities. A BBC Co-production. 
   
  An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring Richard Dreyfuss, Amy Irving and Harris Yulin.

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  Nature’s Concerto of Serene...

  Selena Brooke

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  Discover a world of tranquility and serenity with Nature’s Concerto of Serene Underwater Whale Sounds for Deep Calm, Inner Peace & Stress Relief. This immersive audiobook invites you to dive into the soothing depths of the ocean, where the harmonious melodies of whale songs create a sanctuary for relaxation and emotional healing. 
  Experience the transformative power of ambient nature sounds for meditation as you journey through the calming waves of sound. Each track is designed to guide you into a state of mindfulness, allowing you to let go of stress and embrace the peacefulness that the ocean offers. Ideal for meditation, yoga, or simply unwinding after a long day, these soothing underwater soundscapes are perfect for anyone seeking to cultivate a deeper sense of calmness in their lives. 
  The enhanced 8D audio technology elevates your listening experience, making you feel as if you are submerged in the ocean's embrace. Whether you're looking to enhance your relaxation routines or create a peaceful environment for sleep, this audiobook provides the perfect backdrop. 
  Unlock the potential for full-body relaxation and emotional renewal with every listen. Let the gentle rhythms of the ocean carry you away to a place of inner peace, and discover how nature can be your most powerful ally in achieving balance and serenity. 
  Embrace the calming effects of nature and allow yourself to be enveloped by the beautiful sounds of the underwater world. Your journey to deep calm and stress relief begins here.

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  A Rare Recording of Film Icon...

  Helen Hayes

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  Helen Hayes MacArthur (October 10, 1900 - March 17, 1993) was an American actress. Often referred to as the "First Lady of American Theatre," she was the second person and first woman to win the EGOT (an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony Award), and the first person to win the Triple Crown of Acting. Hayes was in the inaugural class of inductees to the American Theater Hall of Fame in 1972. She also received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, America's highest civilian honor, from President Ronald Reagan in 1986 and, two years later, was awarded the National Medal of Arts. The following interview is from 1974.

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  Ad Reinhardt

  Robert Storr

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  How can we interpret the work of contemporary artists? Focal Points is a new book series of essays, articles and reviews by acclaimed curator and critic Robert Storr. Expertly edited by art historian and curator Francesca Pietropaolo, and richly illustrated, it lends Storr’s illuminating insights into an artist’s practice and way of thinking across recent decades. Brilliantly scholarly, accessible and engaging, Focal Points offers fresh interpretations of the varied territory of modern and contemporary art. This second volume considers the work of American abstract painter Ad Reinhardt (1913–1967). Active in New York for over three decades, Reinhardt was part of the group of artists who became known as Abstract Expressionists, and he made work that would prove influential to the younger generation of Minimal and Conceptual artists. He believed in a philosophy of what he called ‘art-as-art’ and used his writing and satirical cartoons to advocate for abstract art. As he famously wrote in 1962: ‘Art is art-as-art and everything else is everything else.’ In this volume, Storr discusses Reinhardt’s painting, his comics, and his slide lecture series or ‘non-happenings, ’ as the artist called them.

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  Anne Frank - The truth about...

  Historical Publishing

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  Do you want to learn about Anne Frank? 
  Anne Frank's diary has become famous throughout the world. The diary provides a vivid and poignant glimpse into the world of a young Jewish girl living in Nazi occupied Holland. Anne wrote diary while hiding from the Nazis in an Amsterdam warehouse. She was just 13 when she and her family went into hiding. For two years the Franks lived in a secret annex at the back Mr Frank's business premises on Prinsengracht Street. Their living space was hidden by a movable bookshelf. 
  Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn...Whо was Anne FrankBіоgrарhісаl аѕресtѕ оf her life, еаrlу lіfeWhаt ѕhе dіd?Thе dіаrу оf a уоung girlGrоwіng uр in Nаzi GеrmаnуThе Eаѕtеrn Prоvіnсеѕ аnd PаrthіаThe Nаzі InvаѕiоnLіfе аnd Dеаth аt AuѕсhwіtzMuch,much more! 
  Don’t miss out on Anne Frank: The truth about Anne Frank’s life revealed!

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