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  Selections from the Writing of...

  Lord Dunsany

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  Edward John Moreton Drax Plunkett was born into a very unusual situation in 1878. He was the eldest scion of a family that had lived in the oldest castle in Ireland since its construction in 1180 CE, and became the 18th Baron Dunsany in 1899 at the age of 21, when his father passed away. He was a soldier, lord, military trainer, propaganda writer, activist, and invented Dunsany’s Chess, in which one player has four ranks of pawns and no other pieces. He published mostly first drafts, writing short stories, fantasy novels, plays, and poems, with over 90 publications in his lifetime. A horseman, hunter and pistol champion whose family and friends were deeply involved in what came to be known as The Troubles. A man court martialled for supporting the Irish War of Independence, who raised toasts to the King in years to come, and worked with W. B. Yeats and Lady Gregory.The list of those luminaries who acknowledge a debt to Dunsany is absurdly long. Lovecraft saw him on a speaking tour and wrote “There are my 'Poe' pieces and my 'Dunsany' pieces – but alas – where are my Lovecraft pieces?”. Tolkien gave a friend The Book of Wonder in order to help prepare for working on the Silmarillion together. Neil Gaiman, Arthur C Clarke, Ursula Le Guin, Guillermo del Toro, CL Moore, Jack Vance, Michael Moorcock and David Eddings were all influenced by Dunsany’s writings, making him much like the Velvet Underground (“Not that many people listened to them, but everyone that did started a band” – paraphrase from David Bowie)

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  Realistic Painting with Alcohol...

  Laurie Williams, Sheryl Williams

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  A follow up to their extensive and introductory painting book, Alcohol Ink Guide, which teaches all the beginning techniques for those exploring alcohol ink, artists and instructors Laurie Williams and Sherry Williams return with this instructional resource for creating truly realistic art using this versatile medium. Learn and master the four main alcohol ink painting techniques that include blending, masking, creating a barrier layer, and painting on both sides. From there, tutorials are provided for painting skin tones, fur, stones, rocks, and water, botanical effects, trees, and animals. Also included are 10 realism projects to practice and put together the skills learned into stunning works of art. The authors have years of experience working with alcohol inks, mastering the brushes, blenders, masking, control, and layering that enables artists to create magnificent realistic art, from portraits to landscapes, still lives to photo realism.

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  Nature’s Symphony of Ocean Bird...

  Cedar Skye

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  Discover the ultimate escape into a world of calm and serenity with Nature’s Symphony of Ocean Bird Serenity In Tune with Piano Rhythms for Deep Relaxation & Stress Relief. Designed to help you unwind and achieve a state of deep relaxation, this audiobook offers an immersive sound experience. Through the gentle fusion of nature's calming ocean waves, the soothing calls of birds, and the rhythmic flow of piano, this audio journey is perfect for those seeking inner peace, balance, and emotional well-being. 
  Whether you are searching for a mindful moment in your day or seeking a way to enhance your meditation practice, this audio masterpiece delivers. Achieve tranquility and feel the stress melt away as the powerful 8D audio envelops your senses, creating a full-body calm. 
  Perfect for listeners who value mindfulness, healing energy, and emotional wellness, this audiobook will guide you through a meditative experience like no other. Each sound is crafted to help you feel the serenity and bring you closer to achieving complete mental harmony. 
  This is an audiobook and an essential tool for those looking to improve their overall well-being. Whether you're using it for relaxation, to unwind after a busy day, or to enhance your yoga or meditation routine, this soothing collection will leave you feeling blissful and rejuvenated. 
  Experience the beauty of nature combined with calming piano melodies, and let go of the daily stress. Embrace the stillness and create a space for your mind to flourish with peace and clarity. 
  Start your journey to complete relaxation today with Nature’s Symphony of Ocean Bird Serenity.

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  Exploring Shakespeare - A...

  Bill Alexander

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  'Theatre is the greatest of collaborative art forms, and Shakespeare its greatest exponent: he used the form better than anyone else ever has to speak truth about the world.'
  In Exploring Shakespeare, acclaimed theatre director Bill Alexander takes us inside the rehearsal room to reveal – in unprecedented and captivating detail – exactly what happens there. He examines the key relationship between the actors and the director, how they work together to bring Shakespeare's vision to life, and how choices are made that will shape every aspect of the play in production.
  Full of acute observations and perceptions drawn from a long and brilliant career, the book covers the essential aspects of any Shakespeare production, from understanding the world of the play, to preparing and cutting the text, deciding on costumes and set design, handling soliloquies, and considering character and backstory.
  There are detailed studies of eight plays spanning the full length and breadth of the Shakespearean canon, from Titus Andronicus and The Shrew to The Tempest, via Othello, Hamlet, Lear, The Merchant of Venice and Twelfth Night. Alexander also provides first-hand case studies of three of his own productions, including his famous Richard III starring Antony Sher.
  Personal, forthright, and full of pragmatic advice, Exploring Shakespeare is a masterclass for directors and actors, and a fascinating insight for anyone interested in Shakespeare.
  Bill Alexander was an Associate Director of the Royal Shakespeare Company, and then Artistic Director of Birmingham Rep. His landmark productions include Richard III and The Merry Wives of Windsor (both Olivier Award-winners), The Merchant of Venice, The Taming of the Shrew, Titus Andronicus and King Lear with Corin Redgrave.
  'Bill Alexander is a brilliant director, whose work has powerfully shaped my understanding of Shakespeare's plays, Richard III most of all' James Shapiro, author of 1599: A Year in the Life of William Shakespeare

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  Kick The Dark (Say It With A...

  Scott Ginsberg

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  Kick The Dark is a musical memoir masterclass about death. Press play, and Scott Ginsberg’s inner life will unfold in three distinctive dimensions: Meditations, Music, and Methods. First, the meditations delve into the profound stories behind each song, as the artist unravels the people, occasions, and feelings that triggered his moments of conception. Scott shares the often absurd and always difficult emotions and thoughts that birthed each song.Next, enjoy studio recorded versions of fourteen new tunes performed exclusively by the author, capturing the essence of each composition in its purest form. One guitar, one voice. Nothing more.Finally, uncover the secrets behind one songwriter's creative process. Scott takes you behind the scenes to explore the methods of a veteran artist’s hands and heart. Even if you think you sing like a dying walrus, you’ll still discover intricacies of personal growth and inspiration from his lessons.This program is the first installation in the "Say It With A Song" series. A perfect accompaniment to Scott’s acclaimed books, records, films and speeches, this singular special edition of his body of work is more than an audiobook. It’s a multimedia experience that invites you to explore the intersection of art and autobiography. Kick The Dark provides an intimate and transparent glimpse into one man’s view of the most important thing that will ever happen to anyone.

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  Greatest Western Shows Volume 2...

  Various Various

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  Oasis Audio has gone into the vaults and dusted off the very earliest form of audio book, old time radio shows, for our listeners. Introduced episode by episode by Jim Engel, old time radio authority and board member of the Museum of Broadcast Communications in Chicago, this series of classic radio shows is sure to have something for everyone. Celebrity casts and top-notch writers made the 1920s through the early 1950s, the golden era of radio. The series features seven exciting themes with 100 episodes in each. That is 700 classic radio programs in all.   Greatest Western Shows   Hit the dusty trails with the Cisco Kid, Luke Slaughter, Hopalong Cassidy, Roy Rogers, Tales of the Texas Rangers, Wild Bill Hickok. Follow the original Matt Dillon’s exploits on Gunsmoke, and enjoy the Tales of the Texas Rangers in these great adventures of the old west. 100 great Western classics in ten volumes. Volume 2 Doctor Six-Gun 8-12-54 Valuable Water Rights with Karl WeberDoctor Six-Gun 8-26-54 The Last of The Aztecs with Karl WeberEscape 1950_01_30 The PistolEscape 1950_05_26 CommandEscape 6-23-50 Sundown with Sam Edwards, Paul Frees & Barton YarboroughEscape 12-17-50 Wild Jack Rhett with John Dehner Parley Baser and Lou KrugmanFort Laramie 2-5-56 Squaw Man with Raymond BurrFort Laramie 2-12-56 The Woman at Horse Creek with Raymond BurrFort Laramie 2-19-56 Boredom with Raymond BurrFort Laramie 2-26-56 The Captain’s Widow with Raymond Burr

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