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First published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor and
Francis, an informa company.
What does the future hold for broadcasting in Britain? What
revenues will be available for funding programming in the 1990s and
beyond? British broadcasting stands on the threshold of immense
change. The BBC is reviewing its purpose and funding in an era of
deregulation, mixed funding and multiple services. The independent
television companies have staked their futures on advertising
revenues which may not materialise, meanwhile, broadcasters face
increasing competition for viewers and revenue from satellite
television channels. There is much agreement about what the
audience wants in the 1990s: quality programmes, diversity, home
grown entertainment, comprehensive cultural coverage and reliable
information at the flick of a switch. There is less agreement about
how these needs are to be met and what balance is required between
commercial and public broadcasting to ensure that they are
satisfied. "Paying for Broadcasting: The Handbook" takes these
debates on board through a wide-ranging discussion of funding
options open to broadcasters.
The chance to begin anew seldom occurs. Yet the nearly complete
breakdown of the world economy between 1939 and 1945, together with
the dominant position of the United States at the end of the war,
provided just this opportunity. A new international economic order
was built on the ruins of the old. How this happened - and the role
of government in economic performance - is the subject of this
book. Written by political scientists, contemporary historians and
economists, the book offers ten country studies covering all the
major industrialized nations in the West: the USA, USSR, Japan,
Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Eastern Europe
and Scandinavia. In each chapter readers will find information on
the main objectives and instruments of economic policy, the
institutional framework, where the country started from at the end
of the war, and a summary of what happened thereafter both in terms
of policies and outcomes. Each chapter also contains data on the
country's economic performance, a list of selected dates of
important events, and a guide to further reading. The book begins
with an overview of the system of international trade and payments.
This book should be of
Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio (1571-1610) lived the darkest and
most dangerous life of any of the great painters. This commanding
biography explores Caravaggio's staggering artistic achievements,
his volatile personal trajectory, and his tragic and mysterious
death at age thirty-eight. Featuring more than eighty full-color
reproductions of the artist's best paintings, Caravaggio is a
masterful profile of the mercurial painter.
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Art - The Definitive Visual Guide (Hardcover)
Andrew Graham-Dixon, Dk; Foreword by Ross King; Edited by (consulting) Ian Chilvers, Andrew Graham-Dixon
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The ultimate introduction to global art, presenting 30,000 years of
creativity in one lavishly illustrated book. Discover all you need
to know about art history in this definite guide. Art: The
Definitive Visual Guide brings a gallery of more than 2,500 of the
world's finest paintings and sculptures into your home. Spanning
30,000 years, from cave paintings to contemporary art, this
stunning chronological exploration of every major artistic movement
introduces the major milestones of each period, from the tomb
paintings of Ancient Egypt, Qing Dynasty Chinese art, through to
20th century Cubism and African art today. Dedicated spreads
explain how art works, for example introducing how artists use
colour and composition. A visual timeline of key works gives an
overview of the scope of each major movement, and each era and art
movement is introduced with key information, placing art in the
context of its time. Accessible to art novices as well as seasoned
enthusiasts, Art: The Definitive Visual Guide is a must-have for
any bookshelf.
First published in 1975, this is a book of general intellectual
interest about the role of the university in contemporary society
and that of university teachers in relation to their subjects,
their students, and their wider political commitments. Alan
Montefiore offers preliminary analyses of the family of concepts
most often invoked in discussions of these problems, taking the
central dispute to be between those who hold a 'liberal' view of
the university and those who regard this notion as illusory,
dishonest or undesirable. Six academics, representing, discuss
issues of substantive conflict in light of Montefiore's initial
distinctions. The volume is of particular interest to students of
political and social philosophy, and political and educational
theory. It is also intended for a wider readership among those who
care about the political status of the universities and recognize
the importance and difficulty of the problems involved in this.
An original and breathtakingly beautiful perspective on how art
developed through the ages, this book reveals how new materials and
techniques inspired artists to create their greatest works. The
Story of Painting will completely transform your understanding and
enjoyment of art. Covering a comprehensive array of topics, from
the first pigments and frescos to linear perspective in Renaissance
paintings, the influence of photography, Impressionism, and the
birth of modern art, it follows each step in the evolution of
painting over the last 25,000 years, from the first cave paintings
to the abstract works of the last 100 years. Packed with lavish
colour reproductions of paintings and photographs of artists at
work and the materials they used, it delves into the key paintings
from each period to analyse the techniques and secrets of the great
masters in detail. Immerse yourself in the pages of this stunning
book and find yourself dazzled by new colours; marvel at the magic
of perspective; wonder at glowing depictions of fabric and flesh;
understand cubism; and embrace abstraction. You will look at
paintings in a whole new light.
Extraordinary reference book of over 80 famous painters, their
lives, their loves, and their iconic paintings. This art book
includes insightful biographies of artists accompanied with
remarkable reproductions of their famous artworks. Begin with the
early Renaissance and follow art movements through the centuries to
some of the most well-known artists alive today. A gorgeous
exploration of the defining people of the art world including
pioneers such as Giotto and Jan van Eyck, the greats like Leonardo
da Vinci and Raphael, and the visionaries like Frida Kahlo and
Hokusai. The large format art book is overflowing with information
and pictures of your favourite classics. The full-page prints are
especially spectacular, allowing you to get the full effect of the
work that inspired, defined, and encapsulated art movements. Over
500 years of the craft is discussed, with the chapters organised by
century starting with "Before 1500" and ending with "1945 -
Present". Each chapter features the relevant painters of those
years with its own directory. Read about the historical context of
art movements in sections which include timelines and fact panels
giving incredible insight into the art world, the past lives of
artists and their visions and techniques. Discover the
unconventional stories of the artists' lives, including their
influences, developments, friendships, loves, and rivalries. Read
about the portraits that Holbein did for Henry VIII to play
matchmaker, Caravaggio's astonishing reaction to a badly cooked
artichoke, and the many romantic affairs of Picasso. Sometimes
scandalous and often tumultuous, the lives of artists such as
Raphael, Hogarth, van Gogh, O'Keeffe, Magritte, Warhol, and Kiefer
are as interesting and captivating as their work. The Artists
Behind the Paint Brushes A beautiful coffee table book that would
make a lovely gift for those interested in art history, artist
biographies or to browse the attractive reproductions of the famous
artworks. Includes a foreword by Ross King who is the author of the
bestselling Brunelleschi's Dome and Michelangelo and the Pope's
Ceiling, as well as the novels Ex-Libris and Domino. - Over 80
biographies of the standout artists over the centuries since the
early Renaissance. - Beautiful reproductions of artworks that allow
you to get up close to their brush strokes. - Insight into
historical art themes and movements that influenced the periods.
Secret Penrith goes behind the facades of the familiar to discover
the lesser-known aspects of the town's fascinating past. Penrith
has many secrets, and as you walk along the streets, you are
walking through history. There are clear reminders of the town's
past everywhere, waiting for you to stop, look and listen to their
intriguing stories. Join author Andrew Graham Stables on a journey
through this beautiful town and its history. You may think you know
Penrith, but take another look around and you will find more than
you could possibly imagine.
Richmond is one of the most scenic towns in Britain, well known for
its magnificent castle, bustling marketplace and Georgian Theatre
Royal, while Swaledale is one of the country's most beautiful and
inspirational rural areas.Secret Richmond & Swaledale looks
beyond the familiar to discover the lesser-known parts of the town
and the surrounding area's long and illustrious past. Local author
Andrew Graham Stables takes the reader on an enlightening and
entertaining journey through the past, delving beneath the surface
to reveal dark deeds and strange tales with long-forgotten facts
and amusing stories. This book will lift the lid on the hidden
secrets that even most local people don't know.
From its earliest days as a Roman legionary fortress, through the
Middle Ages when the town grew as a major trading centre and became
Henry VIII's northern capital; through the grandeur and decadence
of Georgian York and into the nineteenth century when the city
became an important railway hub, confectionery manufacturer and
pioneer of social housing, to its current status as a majour
tourist destination and sustainable city, York has a proud and
distinctive identity. This extraordinary history is embodied in the
rich architecture that has shaped this beautifully preserved city,
famed for its Gothic cathedral. York in 50 Buildings explores the
history of York through a selection of its greatest architectural
treasures. From the magnificent medieval York Minster to the first
neoclassical building in Europe, this unique study celebrates
York's architectural heritage in a new and accessible way. Local
architectural historian and photographer Andrew Graham guides the
reader on a tour of the city's historic buildings and modern
architectural projects.
Uncle Andy is back with his latest Ein Stein story, The Chipmunk
Detective and the Bully. Ein Stein and his girlfriend, Gertrude,
have many friends, including Hooty the owl, Orville the otter, Rick
the raccoon and Hausenbergerdorff the beaver. But Ein's best friend
is Tim, another chipmunk. They get along well together and respect
each other's differences. Unfortunately, Tim, whose tail fur was
burned off in a fire, is targeted by a bully. Ein is outraged.
Using footprints, fingerprints, a flaw in the bully's messages, and
his powers of observation and deduction, Ein tracks down the bully.
He concocts a plan to stop the bully with the help of his friends.
Will Ein succeed and put an end to the bullying, which is a big
problem for young people and chipmunks everywhere? An experiment to
detect whether your fingerprint is a whorl, a loop, or an arch is
included in the appendix. This is the fifth book in the Ein Stein
series. Andrew Graham Frame is a retired chemical engineer who
encourages young people to explore science careers. He grew up in
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, has two daughters, Sharon, a
teacher/librarian, and Terri, a personal trainer. He now lives in
Sarnia, Ontario, with his wife, Bernice. As Uncle Andy, he creates
delightful characters that children can relate to and enjoy as they
ponder problems. The author once stood up to a bully in his youth
and they later became friends. His next book is a suspense novel.
Publisher's website: http://sbpra.com/uncleandy/
This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger
Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain
imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed
pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we
have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting,
preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger
Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and
hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!
This is an illustrated history of England's largest and most
historically diverse county. It provides a nostalgic look at
Yorkshire's ancient, medieval and industrial past, and highlights
some of its most important historic sites, as well as the changing
face of its towns and cities. The photographs are taken from the
Historic England Archive, a unique collection of over 12 million
photographs, drawings, plans and documents covering England's
archaeology, architecture, social and local history. Pictures date
from the earliest days of photography to the present and cover
subjects from Bronze Age burials and medieval churches to cinemas
and seaside resorts. Historic England: Yorkshire will explore the
four corners of the county from the industrial centre of Sheffield
to the beauty of historic York. Yorkshire is a county of huge
contrasts with vast swathes of unspoilt, beautiful countryside,
littered only with picturesque villages, and long stretches of
ever-changing coastline. West Yorkshire towns like Huddersfield,
Halifax and Bradford were the beating heart of the Industrial
Revolution and the steel towns of South Yorkshire like Doncaster,
Rotherham and Sheffield were fuelled by the coal mining industry.
The county contains two national parks, the North Yorkshire Moors
and the Yorkshire Dales, both Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
It is also filled with historic castles, cathedrals and abbeys,
including Richmond Castle, Fountains Abbey and York Minster. This
book will help you to uncover its vibrant and fascinating history.
Take this book to the beach; it will open up a whole new world.
Illustrated throughout with color photographs, maps, and graphics,
it explores one of the planet's most dynamic environments - from
tourist beaches to Arctic beaches strewn with ice chunks to
steaming hot tropical shores. "The World's Beaches" tells how
beaches work, explains why they vary so much, and shows how
dramatic changes can occur on them in a matter of hours. It
discusses tides, waves, and wind; the patterns of dunes, washover
fans, and wrack lines; and the shape of berms, bars, shell lags,
cusps, ripples, and blisters. What is the world's longest beach?
Why do some beaches sing when you walk on them? Why do some have
dark rings on their surface and tiny holes scattered far and wide?
This fascinating, comprehensive guide also considers the future of
beaches, and explains how extensively people have affected them -
from coastal engineering to pollution, oil spills, and rising sea
levels.
The Cumbrian city of Carlisle has a rich and colourful history.
Being so close to the Scottish border, Carlisle became a military
stronghold and its surviving eleventh-century castle bears
testament to this. During the Industrial Revolution it grew into a
major centre of textile manufacture and an important railway hub
and has long been key to North Cumbria's industry. The 'Great
Border City' remains the main cultural and commercial centre for
this part of the country and there are clear reminders of its past
everywhere. Author and historian Andrew Graham Stables takes the
reader on a fascinating A-Z tour of the city's history, exploring
its lesser-known nooks and crannies, and along the way relating
many a tale of the most interesting people and places. Fully
illustrated with photographs from the past and present, the A-Z of
Carlisle will appeal to residents and visitors alike.
Useful as a course book or as a self-study guide, this text is
essential reading for all international students studying for a
British qualification at university. It provides a clear guide to
the areas that need to be considered in order to research and
produce a well presented and cohesive piece of academic writing.
The steps outlined, and the language used, are accessible, and
graded to a level that steadily introduces new writing concepts to
students studying for a degree in a second or additional language.
In particular it covers planning, conducting research, critical
thinking, structuring an essay, use of sources and referencing, and
feedback and revision.
From London, Madrid, and Berlin to Seoul, New York, and Mexico
City, this anthology describes the feeling of first arriving in 11
international cities from the perspective of 11 different Latin
American writers. Although today anyone can virtually be anywhere
in the world at the click of a button, this book attests that
nothing compares to physically being in a city, being scared and
delighted at the same time, and absorbing everything the place has
to offer as well as all that it can hide. With grace and
imagination, these fresh voices explain why they love--and
sometimes hate--these cities. ""Desde Londres, Madrid y Berlin
hasta Seul, Nueva York y la Ciudad de Mexico, esta antologia
describe el sentimiento de llegar por primera vez a 11 ciudades
internacionales desde la perspectiva de 11 escritores
latinoamericanos diferentes. Aunque hoy el que sea puede estar en
cualquier lugar del mundo a un clic de raton, este libro expone que
nada puede comparar con estar fisicamente en una ciudad, estar
asustado y encantado a la vez y absorber todo lo que puede ofrecer
el lugar asi como todo lo que puede ocultar. Con gracia e
imaginacion, estas voces frescas explican por que aman--y a veces
odian--estas ciudades.""
Case studies make learning come alive. They tell a story. They
mirror real life. They can also be actual experiences. They add
elements of problem-solving, complexity, and messiness to thinking
about the challenging world of public administration. Case studies
let practitioners share knowledge, insight, and cautionary tales
from their own experience. They can help in avoiding the
re-invention of wheels that often happens across governments.
During the horrific Argentine decade of the 1970s, Andrew
Graham-Yooll worked as a journalist for the "Buenos Aires"" Herald.
"All around him, friends and strangers began "disappearing,"
kidnapped or murdered by guerrillas or paramilitary forces.
Although the smallest mistake could cost him his life, Graham-Yooll
continued digging for information about the bloodbath and terrorist
activities, both by the rebels and by the government. This book is
his collected memories from those years of terror. "Durante la
terrorifica decada argentina de los setenta, Andrew Graham-Yooll
trabajo como redactor en el "Buenos Aires Herald." A su alrededor,
amigos y conocidos iban "desapareciendo," secuestrados o asesinados
por guerrilleros o bandas paramilitares. Aunque el menor traspie
podia resultar en su propia muerte, Graham-Yooll continuo recabando
informacion sobre esa carniceria y las actividades de terroristas,
rebeldes y estatales. Este libro es la coleccion de sus recuerdos
de esos anos de terror."
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