Editora: Brainstorm Books
Few things can compare to the texture, the look and the feel of an oil painting. Combined with the magnificence of the European cities, this book is an unbelieveable combination...Get it now!
The Austrian writer Joseph Roth's first novel, 'Das Spinnennetz', 1923, intensely chronicles the development of a fascist and the first steps in his rise to power. It is a vivid portrait of the nationalist fervor and the struggle between Right and Left in Germany during the years immediately following the end of the Great War, or First World War. Two days after its serial publication in the Vienna Arbeiterzeitung ('The Worker'), Adolf Hitler and General Erich Ludendorff set in motion the Munich 'Beer Hall Putsch'. 'The Spiderweb' - here translated by the narrator - is a prophetic look into the political machinery that was to force its author into exile in France ten years later, where he died in 1939 at the age of 45.
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Pourquoi les femmes se maquillent-elles ? Les réponses des intéressées sont souvent évasives : «Pour se sentir bien...» Pourraient-elles cesser de se farder ? «Non !» L'idée de ne plus se maquiller peut même être perçue comme une atteinte à l'identité. Dans un style élégant et lumineux, l'auteur nous plonge dans une histoire du maquillage qui démontre l'importance, depuis que l'être humain se civilise, du geste cosmétique. «S'arranger» est un art du compromis, de l'ouverture, un jeu bienveillant plutôt qu'un artifice trompeur. Derrière un rouge à lèvres, un mascara, il y a toute une manière d'être, plus nuancée, plus enchantée, moins violente que celle des hommes.Ver livro
In A History of American Movies: A Film-by-Film Look at the Art, Craft and Business of Cinema, Paul Monaco provides a survey of the narrative feature film from the 1920s to the present. The book focuses on 170 of the most highly regarded and recognized feature films selected by the Hollywood establishment: each Oscar winner for Best Picture, as well as those voted the greatest by members of the American Film Institute. By focusing on a select group of films that represent the epitome of these collaborations, Monaco provides an essential history of one of the modern world's most complex and successful cultural institutions: Hollywood. Divided into three sections, "Classic Hollywood, 1927-1948," "Hollywood In Transition, 1949-1974," and "The New Hollywood, 1975 To The Present," Monaco examines some of the most memorable works in cinematic history, including The General, Wings, Bringing Up Baby, Gone with the Wind, Citizen Kane, Casablanca, On the Waterfront, The Searchers, Psycho, West Side Story, The GodfatVer livro
Immerse yourself in the serene and calming world of "Nature's Symphony of Soothing Cicada Lullabies for Stress Relief, Deep Sleep, & Relaxation." This book offers a unique opportunity to explore the tranquil harmony of the forest through an immersive 8D audio experience meticulously designed to promote inner peace and restful slumber. Whether you're seeking a way to unwind after a demanding day or looking for a gentle guide into a night of deep, restorative sleep, this collection provides a comprehensive and holistic approach to audio therapy. Featuring a thoughtfully curated selection of tracks, this book captures the soothing essence of cicadas and other natural sounds, creating an ideal auditory backdrop for meditation, wellness, and mindfulness. Cicada lullabies' harmonious and rhythmic tones blend seamlessly with tranquil ambient soundscapes, creating a serene atmosphere that helps quiet your mind and soothe your soul. Each chapter is crafted with care to help you achieve a deep state of calm, tranquility, and rejuvenation, making it a valuable addition to your relaxation toolkit. "Nature's Symphony" is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their well-being through the therapeutic power of nature sounds. Whether you're new to the world of audio therapy or a seasoned enthusiast, this book offers something for everyone. The diverse range of tracks caters to different needs, whether you are aiming to alleviate stress, improve your meditation practice, or enjoy a moment of peace during your day. As you listen, you will experience the transformative effects of nature sounds, deepening your connection to the natural world and embracing a profound sense of peace and balance.Ver livro
By 1976, Elton John was the best-selling recording artist and the highest-grossing touring act in the world. With seven #1 albums in a row and a reputation as a riveting piano-pounding performer, the former Reggie Dwight had gone with dazzling speed from the London suburbs to the pinnacles of rock stardom, his songs never leaving the charts, his sold-out shows packed with adoring fans. Then he released Blue Moves, and it all came crashing down.Was the commercially disappointing and poorly reviewed double album to blame? Can one album shoot down a star? No, argues Matthew Restall; Blue Moves is a four-sided masterpiece, as fantastic as Captain Fantastic, as colorful as Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, a showcase for the three elements--piano-playing troubadour, full orchestra, rock band--with which Elton John and his collaborators redirected the evolution of popular music. Instead, both album and career were derailed by a perfect storm of circumstances: Elton’s decisions to stop touring and start his own label; the turbulent shiftings of popular culture in the punk era; the minefield of attitudes toward celebrity and sexuality. The closer we get to Blue Moves, the better we understand the world into which it was born--and vice versa. Might that be true of all albums?Ver livro
A former artist’s model and muse reclaims her image and voice, dismantling the male gaze that once framed her. At 23, Theresa Kishkan met an artist who became obsessed with her. She was young, she was flattered, and the situation quickly overwhelmed her. He drew and painted her for a few months, after which she went away for a year. When she returned, she was determined not to resume the relationship. But the artist made contact with her after the birth of her first child and became a family friend, bringing gifts of paintings. Those images hung in Theresa’s home, and one in particular reminded her almost daily of her younger self, in ways both positive and not so much. She avoided looking too closely at his images of her and at his long, passionate and often troubling letters. Decades later, while sorting old correspondence, she was taken back to those early days and began, at last, to write about her relationship with the now-deceased artist. The Art of Looking Back is a meditation on the male gaze, on reclaiming one's younger self, and on agency: how we lose it, how we find it again. This poetic memoir asks questions about older men and younger women and girls, and the persistence of that dynamic in art.Ver livro
