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  Semi-Detached Suburban Mr Jones...

  Kevin J. Last

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  The third and final volume of Kevin J. Last's books about Cotchford Farm, Hartfield, East Sussex in three different eras. Semi-Detached Suburban Mr Jones is set in the 1960s and tells the story of Brian Jones, the only middle class member of the Rolling Stones and how he came to purchase Cotchford Farm as a country retreat away from the Stones London life.
  Despite the fact that he was founder of the group, Jones's increasingly wild behaviour ensured that Mick Jagger eventually became the group's leader. Harking back to his roots, Jones saw himself as a Sussex country gentleman but it all went impossibly wrong due to a vicious East End builder, Frank Thorogood, who made life hell for him with Jones eventually drowning in his own swimming pool in suspicious circumstances. How and why this happened is examined in close detail.

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  2001 - A Space Odyssey - The...

  Film Trivia Metaverse

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  2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY 
  THE ULTIMATE TRIVIA COLLECTION 
    
  FROM THE MOVIE DIRECTED BY STANLEY KUBRICK 
    
  CREATED BY FILM TRIVIA METAVERSE 
    
  ABOUT THE FILM 
  2001: A Space Odyssey is a groundbreaking science fiction film directed by Stanley Kubrick and based on a story by Arthur C. Clarke. The film explores humanity's evolution, from the dawn of man to the exploration of space. It follows the crew of the spaceship Discovery One as they journey to Jupiter, investigating the mysterious monolith discovered on the Moon. The film delves into themes of artificial intelligence, extraterrestrial life, and the nature of existence, with a focus on humanity's quest for knowledge and transcendence. Its iconic visuals, minimal dialogue, and classical music make it a timeless cinematic masterpiece. 
    
  TRIVIA SAMPLES: 
    
  “At the premiere screening, 241 people walked out, including Rock Hudson, who exclaimed, ‘Will someone tell me what the hell this is about?’ Arthur C. Clarke later explained that the film was meant to raise more questions than it answered.” 
    
  “Katharina Kubrick revealed that Stanley Kubrick himself provided the breathing sound effects for the spacesuits.” 
    
  “Stanley Kubrick calculated that it would take 13 years for one person to hand-paint all the mattes needed for space scenes, so he hired 12 people to complete the task in one year.” 
    
  “Stanley Kubrick sought insurance to protect against the discovery of extraterrestrial intelligence before the movie's release, but Lloyds of London refused the policy.”

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  Muromachi Period - Ashikaga...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Muromachi Period, spanning from 1336 to 1573, marked a significant turning point in Japanese history, characterized by the rise of the Ashikaga Shogunate and the gradual shift toward decentralized feudal rule. This period emerged following the fall of the Kamakura Shogunate, as Ashikaga Takauji established his military government in Kyoto. The political, social, and cultural transformations that unfolded during this time laid the foundation for the later Sengoku era, a period of constant warfare among regional warlords. 
  The decline of the Kamakura Shogunate stemmed from mounting dissatisfaction among the samurai class, who had grown discontent with the Hojo regents’ rule. The Mongol invasions of Japan in 1274 and 1281 had placed immense strain on the government, as victory brought no financial rewards for the warriors who had fought to defend the nation. With no lands to distribute as compensation, loyalty to the shogunate weakened, creating an opportunity for ambitious leaders to challenge its authority. Amid this unrest, Emperor Go-Daigo launched the Kenmu Restoration (1333–1336), an effort to reestablish imperial rule. However, his failure to recognize the interests of the samurai led to his downfall. 
  Ashikaga Takauji, originally a supporter of the emperor, turned against him and seized power, defeating both imperial and Kamakura loyalists. In 1336, Takauji established his own military government, known as the Muromachi Bakufu, in Kyoto. Unlike the Kamakura Shogunate, which ruled from a distant military capital, the Muromachi Shogunate was strategically located in the heart of Japan’s cultural and political sphere. Takauji’s rule was solidified in 1338 when he was officially

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  Nora Ephron at the Movies - A...

  Ilana Kaplan, Jason Diamond

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  The first monograph on writer, journalist, and director Nora Ephron, the visionary behind When Harry Met Sally, Sleepless in Seattle, and You’ve Got Mail 
   
  Nora Ephron at the Movies offers an unfiltered look at Ephron as a champion of the rom-com and as a feminist Hollywood trailblazer. It explores her life and work by pairing detailed criticism with exclusive interviews with Ephron’s key collaborators, including Andie MacDowell and Jenn Kaytin Robinson, to add color and nuance to her life and legacy. 
   
  With her singular voice, Nora Ephron flourished as a dominant force in the entertainment industry, focusing on the idiosyncrasies of romance that were universally relatable. 
   
  The women in her stories paralleled reality—the veil was lifted, the glossy sheen removed.  
   
  Her protagonists share an unwavering sense of humor about life’s mishaps, and they never take themselves too seriously—like Julie trying to master the art of cooking lobsters in Julie & Julia, Sally’s theatrical fake orgasm in Katz’s deli in When Harry Met Sally, or Rachel perfecting a key lime pie only to throw it in her cheating husband’s face in Heartburn. 
   
  Through her keenly self-aware humor and semi-autobiographical stories, Ephron left behind a groundbreaking legacy as a beloved journalist, essayist, screenwriter, author, producer, director, and feminist who delivered stories of resilience embedded in sharp wit and upper-crust landscapes. Through that lens, she became emblematic of rom-coms, shifting and redefining conversations around the complexities of relationships and the women who have them.

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  The Renaissance - A...

  Days of History

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  Are you looking for a definitive guide to the history of Europe's Rebirth?  
  Look no further than The Renaissance: A Comprehensive History of Europe's Rebirth 
  This comprehensive book is the definitive resource for anyone looking for an in-depth look at the history of the Renaissance period. It provides a comprehensive overview of the cultural, political, economic, and religious aspects of the period. 
  The book covers the Renaissance period from its beginnings in Italy to its spread across Europe and beyond. It describes the rise of art, literature, science, and philosophy, as well as the development of new technologies and social changes. It also examines the impact of the Renaissance on the modern world. 
  This book is the perfect resource for anyone interested in learning more about this important period of history. This comprehensive book is for anyone interested in the history of Europe's Rebirth. 
  So don't wait any longer. Get your copy of “The Renaissance: A Comprehensive History of Europe's Rebirth” today and start your journey into the world of the Renaissance!

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  Eating Chilli Crab in the...

  Matthew Schneider-Mayerson

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  In this era of climate crisis, in which our very futures are at stake, sustainability is a global imperative. Yet we tend to associate sustainability, nature, and the environment with distant places, science, and policy. The truth is that everything is environmental, from transportation to taxes, work to love, cities to cuisine. 
   
   
  This book is the first to examine contemporary Singapore from an ecocultural lens, looking at the ways that Singaporean life and culture is deeply entangled with the nonhuman lives that flourish all around us. The authors represent a new generation of cultural critics and environmental thinkers, who will inherit the future we are creating today. From chilli crab to Tiger Beer, Changi Airport to Pulau Semakau, O-levels to orang minyak films, these essays offer fresh perspectives on familiar subjects, prompting us to recognise the incredible urgency of climate change and the need to transform our ways of thinking, acting, learning, living, and governing so as to maintain a stable planet and a decent future.

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