Maison d'édition: Tales of Terror
Horror critic Steve Hutchison analyzes 39 Frankenstein movies. How many have you seen? Each article includes a synopsis, five different ratings, and a review.
Read by the author. Are you a people pleaser? Can you even begin to measure how the approval of others has shaped your heart and mind? Your faith and relationships? Your habits and identity? In People Pleaser, New York Times bestselling author Jinger Vuolo shares her personal journey of constantly seeking approval from others and how she found her true identity. From childhood to early adulthood, Jinger Duggar Vuolo followed the expectations of others, never taking the time to discover who she truly was. It wasn't until she asked herself the question, "Who am I?" that she realized she was a people pleaser. This realization led her on a journey of self-discovery and ultimately, to rely on God for her approval and sense of self-worth. Through her faith and reliance on God, Jinger began to break free from the need for approval and discover true freedom. This book is a guide for anyone struggling with people-pleasing tendencies and seeking to find their true identity and purpose in life. Learn how to:discover the beauty of community and how we were made to enjoy others,identify sin and how it can hinder your ability to be in community with one another,diagnose yourself with ruthless honesty but without judgement, andunderstand who you are in God's eyes. Jinger hopes this book will inspire others to embark on a similar journey towards freedom.Voir livre
“Brazenly entertaining. . . . It summons to the page a Broadway voice like no other.”—Los Angeles Times “[An] erudite and affably self-conscious memoir of the creative process.”—Vulture An intimate portrait of a genius: the late Stephen Sondheim in a series of illuminating and deeply personal interviews from the last years of his life—conversations that show the composer-lyricist as he has likely never been seen before. In 2017, New Yorker staff writer D.T. Max began working on a major profile of Stephen Sondheim that would be timed to the eventual premiere of a new musical Sondheim was writing. Sadly , that process – and the years of conversation – was cut short by Sondheim’s own hesitations, then the global pandemic, and finally by the great artist’s death in November 2021. Now, Max has taken the raw version of these conversations and knit them together into an unforgettable work of literature and celebration. Finale reveals Sondheim—a star who disliked the spotlight—at his most relaxed, thoughtful, sardonic, and engaging, as he talks about work, music, movies, family, New York City, aging, the creative process, and much more. Max brings you into the room and gives you a front row seat for their unusual and intimate three-year-long “pas de deux.” The two bond, spar, separate, and reunite, as Max elicits from Sondheim a candor and vulnerability he seldom displayed in public. This is a unique portrait of an artist in his twilight, offering remarkable insight into the mind and heart of a genius whose work changed American musical theater and popular culture forever.Voir livre
The world of NFTs and cryptocurrency is filled with technicality and jargon, so much so that it leaves us shaking our heads and shivering at the thought of seeing a trading chart.But you really do not want to be missing out on all the opportunities that come within crypto, stocks, and NFTs.So what do you do?Well, you start at the beginning, and you start very simple.At first glance in NFT Investing for Kids and Beginners is all about beginners, placing down the foundational information that you need to kickstart your investing journey in a fun and simple way! It covers the basics you need to know about crypto, NFTs, stocks, and kickstarting your journey into trading while playing safe.This is a safe space for beginners in a world that seems to be getting infinitely more complicated, and starting your journey without fear. It is perfect for beginners who really want to start out working on cryptocurrencies and NFTs, but really do not know where to start.In the end, you will understand NFTs, crypto, stocks, and the steps you need to take to start:Staying safe while investingUse the right resources and practice trading strategiesBecome a savvy investorThe world is not waiting for anyone, so start your trading and investing journey today!Voir livre
Step into the life of a legend—where precision meets enchantment and one man forever reshapes the art of magic. Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin wasn't just a magician; he was a visionary whose work transcended mere tricks and illusions, merging mechanical genius with a passion for the mystique of the unknown. From humble beginnings in a small French town, where he first tinkered with timepieces in his father's clock shop, Robert-Houdin's journey unfolds like an intricate illusion, layer upon layer of discovery, dedication, and revolutionary invention. In an age where science and superstition clashed, Robert-Houdin rose to prominence, not just by dazzling audiences but by transforming magic into an art form that earned respect and admiration from royalty and laypersons alike. His ingenuity and mastery of mechanical marvels enthralled crowds at the Palais Royale, each performance more breathtaking than the last. As you delve into his story, you'll be transported to a Parisian stage lit by gaslight, where whispers of disbelief mingle with gasps of awe, and reality becomes as fluid as a well-timed sleight of hand. Follow Robert-Houdin's journey, from his fateful transition from clockmaker to magician to his influence on the world stage, inspiring magicians for generations to come. What secrets did he conceal within his illusions? And what did he ultimately reveal about the human desire for wonder? Will you join the audience, suspend your disbelief, and uncover the magic that changed history?Voir livre
The history of India is filled with tales of powerful warrior empires that shaped the destiny of the subcontinent. Among them, the Hoysala Empire, the Rashtrakuta Empire, and the Kakatiya Dynasty stood as formidable forces in the Deccan region, each leaving behind a unique legacy of conquest, governance, and cultural patronage. The Rashtrakutas, known for their military might, expanded their rule across vast territories, engaging in wars with the Pratiharas and Palas while fostering art and architecture, as seen in the magnificent Kailasanatha temple at Ellora. The Hoysalas, emerging later, were fierce warriors and master builders, commissioning iconic temples such as those at Belur and Halebidu while defending their kingdom against rival invasions. The Kakatiya Dynasty, renowned for its defensive strategies, constructed impressive fortifications like the Warangal Fort and resisted repeated invasions, including those from the Delhi Sultanate. These warrior empires not only fought to expand and defend their territories but also enriched Indian culture, trade, and architecture, leaving an enduring impact on the history of the Deccan.Voir livre
Boats on the Marne offers an original interpretation of Jean Renoir's celebrated films of the 1930s, treating them as a coherent narrative of philosophical response to the social and political crises of the times. Grounded in a reinterpretation of the foundational film-philosopher André Bazin, and drawing on work from a range of disciplines (film studies, art history, comparative literature, political and cultural history), the book's coordinated consideration of Renoir's films, writings, and interviews demonstrates his obsession with the concept of romanticism. Renoir saw romanticism to be a defining feature of modernity, a hydra-headed malady which intimately shapes our personal lives, culture, and politics, blinding us and locking us into agonistic relationships and conflict. While mapping the popular manifestations of romanticism that Renoir engaged with at the time, this study restores the philosophic weight of his critique by tracing the phenomenon back to its roots in the work and influence of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, who first articulated conceptions of human desire, identity, community, and history that remain pervasive today. Prakash Younger argues that Renoir's films of the 1930s articulate a multi-stranded narrative through which the director thinks about various aspects of romanticism and explores the liberating possibilities of an alternative paradigm illuminated by the thought of Plato, Montaigne, and the early Enlightenment. When placed in the context of the long and complex dialogue Renoir had with his audience over the course of the decade, masterpieces such as La Grande Illusion and La Règle du Jeu reveal his profound engagement with issues of political philosophy that are still very much with us today.Voir livre
