Verlag: Passerino
An Alpine Divorce is a short story by Robert Barr. Robert Barr (16 September 1849 – 21 October 1912) was a Scottish-Canadian short story writer and novelist, born in Glasgow, Scotland.
A brief history of all things Fab Four, from their songs, albums, and films to their milestones, controversies, and more. The Beatles are not only a rock ‘n’ roll group, but a social and cultural phenomenon that have captivated music fans for decades. For many, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr changed everything. This guide distils their amazing story into 101 informative and entertaining chapters, taking you from their rough and ready early Liverpool days through their world-shattering success in sound, stage and screen, to an afterlife that could never have been predicted when they first started out. Here, you’ll find facts and figures about their chartbusting songs, albums and films, meet the people that helped them along the way, and visit milestones and controversies such as their first appearance on the Ed Sullivan show, meeting Elvis Presley, John Lennon’s “Bigger than Jesus” comments, experimenting with drugs and the avant-garde, and starting up Apple. The Beatles 101 is a perfect introduction for new fans, a refresher for superfans, and ideal reading for quizmasters everywhere.Zum Buch
“Jaw-dropping . . . a feast for the eyes that will appeal to a wide spectrum of readers, from professional paper cutters to casual observers of the art.” —Adult Books 4 Teens (School Library Journal) There’s a renaissance underway in the art form of cut paper, with an explosion of raw talent and an abundance of amazing work produced in the medium in recent years. This gorgeous volume features work from twenty-six contemporary international artists who are creating images of astonishing intricacy, using little more than paper and blade. Featuring a host of new discoveries and including art by such stars as Nikki McClure, Rob Ryan, and Thomas Allen, as well as a number of emerging practitioners, Paper Cutting is sure to engage art buffs and indie crafters alike. An in-depth introduction by paper art expert Natalie Avella illuminates the rich history of the centuries-old form, and a whimsical preface by beloved artist Rob Ryan rounds out this delightful collection.Zum Buch
Screenwriter Jesse L. Lasky, Jr. tells his Hollywood tales as an insider, with stories and insights sparkling with poetry, humor and the heat of first-hand observation. The son of the man who produced Hollywood’s first feature film, Jesse’s book is the history of the film industry, the birth of an art form and a compelling personal memoir. There are revealing portraits of Lasky, Sr. and his partners Samuel Goldwyn and Cecil B. De Mille (for whom Jesse wrote 8 films, including The Ten Commandments)—and friends and colleagues such as Douglas Fairbanks, Jr., Alfred Hitchcock, Harry Cohn, Darryl Zanuck, Nick Ray and Sam Fuller. From dating Jean Harlow to writing for Gary Cooper, Edward G. Robinson and Yul Brynner, here are the artists and the conmen, the breathtaking creativity and the destructive treachery, described by a man who knew everyone and saw everything. New edition, music by narrator Richard Niles (richardniles.com) ©2021 Niles Smiles Music (BMI) “Jesse Lasky, the son of one of filmland’s great founders, has written a bitter-sweet memoir of his life as a Hollywood screenwriter. It evaporates the mist of fantasy surrounding the Hollywood dream factory to reveal the realities that built the fairy-tale image.”—Joan Crawford “It is certainly many notches above most of the other books on ‘Hollywood’.”—Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. “… a nostalgic, romantic and frequently hilarious account… impressive!”—Variety “… a good, honest, readable, funny book. I loved it!” —Larry Adler, New Society “…one of the best books about the growth and decline of Hollywood… written with insight, wit and an unusual lack of vanity.”—Films In Review “Hollywood at its best—and worst… something special, an insider’s view, robustly witty, enlightening and full of charm, The next best thing to having been there!” —Cosmopolitan “Lasky’s portraits of the greats with whom he has worked are razor sharp… his style is captivating.” —Films IllustratedZum Buch
The second of two systematic reports on the more than one million sherds of pottery recovered from the Franchthi Cave in Greece. Over two and a quarter metric tons of pottery were recovered from Neolithic deposits at Franchthi and Paralia which will significantly increase our understanding of Neolithic pottery and Neolithic society in southern Greece. Through the development and application of a new system of ceramic classification, this fascile analyzes the pottery from the earlier Neolithic deposits as a direct reflection of the human behavior that produced it. “A highly innovative study that foregrounds the decision-making and technological choices of Neolithic potters.” —Antiquity “Imaginative, rigorous and admirably lucid study.” —Journal of Hellenic StudiesZum Buch
Are you someone who is looking to build your own music business? Do you want to get your hands on a highly informative, practical, and constructive book that will ensure that you create the music legacy you’ve been dreaming of? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, then this is the book for you! Studies show that today, the line between being a musician, a businessperson, and a salesperson have become largely blurred. Not only is this a risk for you if you’re trying to succeed in this business, but it also creates an empowering opportunity for you to master the industry. Are you ready to learn how? Building Your Music Business Basic Foundation (MBBF) is not just a book that is going to show you how to build a life-long investment through this powerful art. It’s an all-inclusive guide that will give you straightforward steps that will help you register your music, market your business, and grow it to its full potential. Whether you’re a musical artist, manager, marketer, or member of the music business community, you’re going to benefit from this book! Inside Building Your Music Business Basic Foundation, you’ll discover: ● A comprehensive introduction to the music foundation, its advantages, and five important policies you should know about to ensure that you’re legally covered. ● The four components of an MBBF and how they relate to your growth and success in the music industry. ● Effective ways to create, register, and distribute your creative power so that you’re guaranteed the musical career you deserve. ● An enlightening quiz and detailed further reading list that will help you track your growth, take advantage of further resources, and have all your music business foundation questions answered.Zum Buch
This is a breakdown of the NIST risk management framework process for cybersecurity professionals getting into security compliance. It is written in layman's terms without the convoluted way it is described in the NIST SP 800-37 revision 2. It goes into what the information system security officer does at each step in the process and where their attention should be focused. Although the main focus is on implementation of the NIST 800 RMF process, this book covers many of the main concepts on certifications such as the ISC2 CGRC.Zum Buch
