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Malcolm George Galbraith is a large, somewhat clumsy, Scotsman.
He's being forced to leave the woman he loves behind and needs to
explain why. So he leaves her a handwritten note on the kitchen
table (well, more a 300-page letter than a note). In it, Malcolm
decides to start from the beginning and tell the whole story of his
long life, something he's never dared do before. Because Malcolm
isn't what he seems: he's had other names and lived in other
places. A lot of other places. As it gathers pace, Malcolm's story
combines tragedy, comedy, mystery, a touch of leprosy, several
murders, a massacre, a ritual sacrifice, an insane tyrant, two
great romances, a landslide, a fire, and a talking fish.
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All six episodes from the first series of the BBC comedy about
parents Pete (Hugh Dennis) and Sue (Claire Skinner) fighting to get
the upper hand bringing up their three children. Rather than
playing it just for gags, this part-improvised comedy, written by
'Drop the Dead Donkey' creators Guy Jenkin and Andy Hamilton,
reflects the realities of family life, concentrating on those
everyday botch-ups that happen when parents are desperately trying
to raise their kids to become well-rounded individuals. If only.
Episodes comprise: 'The School Run', 'The Special Bowl', 'The City
Farm', 'The Quiet Night In', 'The Mystery Illness' and 'The Dinner
Party'.
Blue was the Colour is a witty, wise and charming assessment of
modern football by Chelsea FC fan Andy Hamilton, one of the
country’s leading comedy writers and stand-ups, and a novelist to
boot. Andy grew up in the streets surrounding Stamford Bridge and
fell in love with Chelsea and football as a six-year-old taken to
his first match by his older brother. That love endured as an
obsession until the modern game’s money and machinations took
over and left him questioning its, and his, priorities. Taking as a
starting point his first game against Newcastle United and
comparing it with a match now between two teams owned by an
American – via a Russian – and a Saudi Arabian government arm,
the inimitable Hamilton relates how he came to question his passion
for his club and football itself. Blue was the Colour will have
fans and readers laughing out loud and nodding in agreement.
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All 19 episodes from series 1-3 of the BBC sitcom following parents
Pete (Hugh Dennis) and Sue (Claire Skinner) in their ongoing
struggle to get the upper hand as they bring up their three
children, Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Ben (Daniel Roche) and Karen
(Ramona Marquez).
Ludwig Wittgenstein is arguably the most important philosopher of
the twentieth century. In On Certainty he discusses central issues
in epistemology, including the nature of knowledge and scepticism.
The Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to Wittgenstein and On Certainty
introduces and assesses: Wittgenstein's career and the background
to his later philosophy the central ideas and text of On Certainty,
including its responses to G.E. Moore and discussion of fundamental
issues in the theory of knowledge Wittgenstein's continuing
importance in contemporary philosophy. This GuideBook is essential
reading for all students of Wittgenstein, and for those studying
epistemology and philosophy of language. On Certainty,
Wittgenstein's final work, addresses a category of "world-picture"
propositions discovered by G.E. Moore. These challenge
Wittgenstein's enduring commitment to a well-defined category of
empirical propositions, and help to generate a critique of
scepticism. Developing Wittgenstein's view that scepticism is
self-undermining, the Guidebook offers a combative yet therapeutic
interpretation that locates On Certainty between the standpoints of
Kant and Hume.
Ludwig Wittgenstein is arguably the most important philosopher of
the twentieth century. In On Certainty he discusses central issues
in epistemology, including the nature of knowledge and scepticism.
The Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to Wittgenstein and On Certainty
introduces and assesses: Wittgenstein's career and the background
to his later philosophy the central ideas and text of On Certainty,
including its responses to G.E. Moore and discussion of fundamental
issues in the theory of knowledge Wittgenstein's continuing
importance in contemporary philosophy. This GuideBook is essential
reading for all students of Wittgenstein, and for those studying
epistemology and philosophy of language. On Certainty,
Wittgenstein's final work, addresses a category of "world-picture"
propositions discovered by G.E. Moore. These challenge
Wittgenstein's enduring commitment to a well-defined category of
empirical propositions, and help to generate a critique of
scepticism. Developing Wittgenstein's view that scepticism is
self-undermining, the Guidebook offers a combative yet therapeutic
interpretation that locates On Certainty between the standpoints of
Kant and Hume.
Fermentation is the secret behind some of today's trendiest dishes
and it can help build a healthier gut. With an ever-growing list of
ways to ferment, author Andy Hamilton is here to help readers-both
newcomers and lifelong fermenters-keep up with this age-old trick
for fantastic flavour. Imparting valuable techniques and equipment
expertise, Fermenting Everything provides an endless collection of
innovative recipes: Creme Fraiche Sourdough Bread Coconut Chutney
Rosehip and Horseradish Sauce Fermenting Everything is a wonderful
companion for those who want to get adventurous in the kitchen.
From comedy legend Andy Hamilton comes this consistently hilarious
and brilliant debut novel bursting with satire, wit and even a
little heart. Kevin Carver is a household name. A popular TV soap
star, he's coasting through life in the same semi-detached,
slightly smug way he's always done. But when he dumps his
much-too-young-for-him girlfriend in the same callous way he's come
to treat those around him, he makes the first in a series of
mistakes. One poor decision leads to another and, as Kevin wades
deeper into a moral grey area, things go from bad to very much
worse. The national treasure finds himself the subject of vitriolic
press attacks, a police investigation, and so much public loathing
he begins to wonder if he has any chance of receiving justice. As
the line blurs between his own life and that of the character he
plays on TV, Kevin must face the consequences of his actions if he
is ever to right his sinking ship. The Star Witness is the story of
one self-regarding man's descent into disgrace and his journey back
to join the human race. A pin-sharp satire on the shallows of
modern media culture and the dysfunctional relationship we all have
with the idea of `celebrity', it will keep you laughing, cringing
and guessing until the very last page.
The Exam is a funny but serious look at the pressures faced by
pupils today, both at school and at home. The play is accompanied
by teaching materials containing fantastic ideas for drama work, as
well as other activities designed to answer English Framework and
NC objectives. The exam is comic look at the pressures put on young
people by parents and teachers. Andrew, Chas and Bea are three
candidates of mixed ability who find themselves holed up in the
same exam hall waiting for their papers to arrive. As the wait
lenghens, each has to survive a powerful barrage of self doubt,
parental pressure and adult incompetence. They must come to terms
with themselves, their peers and parents – provoked and
helped by ’Ex’, the mysterious, disembodied voice of the exam.
Rhythm is the fundamental pulse that animates poetry, music, and
dance across all cultures. And yet the recent explosion of
scholarly interest across disciplines in the aural dimensions of
aesthetic experience-particularly in sociology, cultural and media
theory, and literary studies-has yet to explore this fundamental
category. This book furthers the discussion of rhythm beyond the
discrete conceptual domains and technical vocabularies of
musicology and prosody. With original essays by philosophers,
psychologists, musicians, literary theorists, and
ethno-musicologists, The Philosophy of Rhythm opens up wider-and
plural-perspectives, examining formal affinities between the
historically interconnected fields of music, dance, and poetry,
while addressing key concepts such as embodiment, movement, pulse,
and performance. Volume editors Peter Cheyne, Andy Hamilton, and
Max Paddison bring together a range of key questions: What is the
distinction between rhythm and pulse? What is the relationship
between everyday embodied experience, and the specific experience
of music, dance, and poetry? Can aesthetics offer an understanding
of rhythm that helps inform our responses to visual and other arts,
as well as music, dance, and poetry? And, what is the relation
between psychological conceptions of entrainment, and the humane
concept of rhythm and meter? Overall, The Philosophy of Rhythm
appeals across disciplinary boundaries, providing a unique overview
of a neglected aspect of aesthetic experience.
Home brewing and wine-making is fun, easy and hugely satisfying. If
you garden or forage, can follow a recipe or make jam, and you
enjoy a drink, this is the book for you. Andy's no-nonsense,
easy-to-follow guide will enable the beginner and inspire the
expert with over 100 recipes including beer made from hops and but
also yarrow, mugwort, elder and other foraged plants, great tasting
wines from fruit, vegetables and the hedgerows, cider and perry
from apples and pears, cordials from the leaves of a range of
trees, and teas and fizzy drinks from herbs and wayside flowers. -
Discover the secret language of home brewing and drinks making. -
Make cheap, wholesome drinks, to your preferred taste and strength
in little time, with minimum fuss and no need for expensive
equipment. - Turn your garden into a drinkers' paradise. - Find
where and how to forage for success. - Impress your friends with
the weird, wonderful and just plain tasty. Try Carrot Whisky, Sloe
and Damson Rum, Parsnip Sherry, Elderberry and Blackberry Wine,
Pumpkin Beer, Broom Tonic, Meadowsweet tea as well as classics such
as Elderflower champagne, sloe gin, prison brew... Cheers!
Steve Beresford's polymathic activities have formed a prism for the
UK improv scene since the 1970s. He is internationally known as a
free improviser on piano, toy piano and electronics, composer for
film and TV, and raconteur and Dadaist visionary. His résumé is
filled with collaborations with hundreds of musicians and other
artists, including such leading improvisers as Derek Bailey, Evan
Parker and John Zorn, and he has given performances of works by
John Cage and Christian Marclay. In this book, Beresford is heard
in his own words through first-hand interviews with the author.
Beresford provides compelling insight into an extensive range of
topics, displaying the broad cultural context in which music is
embedded. The volume combines chronological and thematic chapters,
with topics covering improvisation and composition in jazz and free
music; the connections between art, entertainment and popular
culture; the audience for free improvisation; writing music for
films; recording improvised music in the studio; and teaching
improvisation. It places Beresford in the context of improvised and
related musics – jazz, free jazz, free improvisation – in which
there is growing interest. The linear narrative is broken up by
'interventions' or short pieces by collaborators and commentators.
The aesthetics of imperfection emphasises spontaneity, disruption,
process and energy over formal perfection and is often ignored by
many commentators or seen only in improvisation. This comprehensive
collection is the first time imperfection has been explored across
all kinds of musical performance, whether improvisation or
interpretation of compositions. Covering music, visual art, dance,
comedy, architecture and design, it addresses the meaning,
experience, and value of improvisation and spontaneous creation
across different artistic media. A distinctive feature of the
volume is that it brings together contributions from theoreticians
and practitioners, presenting a wider range of perspectives on the
issues involved. Contributors look at performance and practice
across Western and non-Western musical, artistic and craft forms.
Composers and non-performing artists offer a perspective on what is
‘imperfect’ or improvisatory within their work, contributing
further dimensions to the discourse. The Aesthetics of Imperfection
in Music and the Arts features 39 chapters organised into eight
sections and written by a diverse group of scholars and performers.
They consider divergent definitions of aesthetics, employing both
18th-century philosophy and more recent socially and historically
situated conceptions making this an essential, up-to-date resource
for anyone working on either side of the perfection-imperfection
debate.
"The Self in Question" offers a humanistic account of
self-consciousness and personal identity, providing a much-needed
rapprochement between Analytic and Phenomenological approaches to
self-consciousness. In Analytic philosophy, a resurgence of
interest in the topic of self-consciousness has been inspired by
the work of Gareth Evans. Both Evans and his successors make the
plausible assumption that self-consciousness is a capacity
manifested in the use of "I," or through behaviour which must be
described in terms of "I." "The Self in Question" develops this
assumption through an analysis of Wittgenstein's insights into
"I"-as-subject and self-identification, relating them - as their
author did not - to the epistemology of memory and bodily
awareness. As a result, it is able to discern the truth in the
apparently discredited memory criterion of personal identity. It
also draws on Husserl's and Merleau-Ponty's understanding of the
body's significance for self-consciousness, to offer a critique of
materialism about the body.
A humanistic account of self-consciousness and personal identity,
and offering a structural parallel between the epistemology of
memory and bodily awareness. It provides a much-needed
rapprochement between Analytic and Phenomenological approaches,
developing Wittgenstein's insights into "I"-as-subject and
self-identification.
Your bar tab doesn't have to break the bank. Learn how to grow,
forage, and brew your way to good spirits with the same amount of
helpful facts and fun that stirred the moonshine craze
A single cocktail can cost you $15 in a bar or restaurant. But
home brewer and self-sufficiency expert Andy Hamilton can show you
how easy and economical it can be to make simple hop brews,
exquisite wines, and delicious infused spirits--all from easily
grown or foraged ingredients. "Booze for Free" shares a wealth of
valuable information, including:
- Home-brewing 101
- How to turn your garden into a drinker's paradise
- Where and how to forage with success
- How to make more than 100 delicious drinks to your preferred
taste and strength--quickly, cheaply and with minimum fuss
- And more
For readers who love THE DRUNKEN BOTANIST, a guide to making
delicious (and inexpensive ) beverages at home.
The Continuum Aesthetics Series looks at the aesthetic questions
and issues raised by all major art forms. Stimulating, engaging and
accessible, the series offers food for thought not only for
students of aesthetics, but also for anyone with an interest in
philosophy and the arts. Aesthetics and Music is a fresh and often
provocative exploration of the key concepts and arguments in
musical aesthetics. It draws on the rich heritage of the subject,
while proposing distinctive new ways of thinking about music as an
art form. The book looks at: The experience of listening Rhythm and
musical movement What modernism has meant for musical aesthetics
The relation of music to other 'sound arts' Improvisation and
composition as well as more traditional issues in musical
aesthetics such as absolute versus programme music and the question
of musical formalism. Thinkers discussed range from Pythagoras and
Plato to Kant, Nietzsche and Adorno. Areas of music covered include
classical, popular and traditional music, and jazz. Aesthetics and
Music makes an eloquent case for a humanistic, democratic and
genuinely aesthetic conception of music and musical understanding.
Anyone interested in what contemporary philosophy has to say about
music as an art form will find this thought-provoking and highly
enjoyable book required reading.
"Meticulously researched, detailed and documented, this long
awaited overview justly establishes Konitz as one of the most
consistently brilliant, adventurous and original improvisers in the
jazz tradition--a genius as rare as Bird himself."--John Zorn
"Hamilton's work may well mark the inception of a format new to
writing on Western music, one which avoids both the
self-aggrandizing of autobiography and the stylized
subjectification of biography."--"The Wire" "An extraordinary
approach to a biography, with the man himself speaking for extended
sessions. The main vibration I felt from Lee's words was total
honesty, almost to a fault. Konitz shows himself to be an acute
observer of the scene, full of wisdom and deep musical insights,
relevant to any historical period regardless of style. The asides
by noted musicians are beautifully woven throughout the pages. I
couldn't put the book down--it is the definition of a living
history."--David Liebman The preeminent altoist associated with the
"cool" school of jazz, Lee Konitz was one of the few saxophonists
of his generation to forge a unique sound independent of the
influence of Charlie Parker. In the late 1940s, Konitz began his
career with the Claude Thornhill band, during which time he came
into contact with Miles Davis, with whom he would later work on the
legendary "Birth of the Cool" sessions. Konitz is perhaps best
known through his association with Lennie Tristano, under whose
influence much of his sound evolved, and for his work with Stan
Kenton and Warne Marsh. His recordings have ranged from cool bop to
experimental improvisation and have appeared on such labels as
Prestige, Atlantic, Verve, and Polydor. Crafted out of
numerousinterviews between the author and his subject, the book
offers a unique look at the story of Lee Konitz's life and music,
detailing Konitz's own insights into his musical education and his
experiences with such figures as Miles Davis, Stan Kenton, Warne
Marsh, Lennie Tristano, Charles Mingus, Bud Powell, and Bill Evans.
Andy Hamilton is a jazz pianist and contributor to major jazz and
contemporary music magazines. He teaches philosophy, and the
history and aesthetics of jazz, at Durham University in the United
Kingdom. He is also the author of the book "Aesthetics and Music"
(Continuum 2007). Joe Lovano is a Grammy Award-winning tenor
saxophonist. His most recent album is "Streams of Expression,"
James Grout, Jimmy Mulville, Robert Duncan and Andy Hamilton star
in six episodes from the third and fourth series of Old Harry's
Game, the comedy series set in Hell. Satan may rule the roost, but
he's beset by the poor unfortunates condemned to sit out Eternity
with him. Amongst them are the Professor, who is convinced that
societies evolve and mature until Satan introduces him to Bill
Clinton. There's also Scumspawn, who here finds himself trying to
deal with a lager lout, and a new arrival in the form of a Health
and Safety Officer - who soon announces that the lighting in Hell
is inadequate. As for Satan himself, in this batch of episodes he
is concerned about his image on Earth, persuaded to remake
Casablanca (with Bogart, Bergman and a mutant alien), and
determined to prove that the English are the worst nation on Earth.
He also takes offence to W.B. Yeats' verse description of him - and
so pays a visit to the underworld's own Poets' Corner. The episodes
in this volume are: Series Three, Episode One, 24 March 1999;
Series Three, Episode Two, 31 March 1999; Series Three, Episode
Three, 7 April 1999; Series Four, Episode Two, 5 April 2001; Series
Four, Episode Three, 12 April 2001; Series Four, Episode Four, 19
April 2001. A fiery furnace of brilliant one-liners and biting
satire, Old Harry's Game is the insider's guide to Hell. 'One of
the great comic creations of recent years' - Sunday Telegraph. '...
one of the best-written comedies around, sustained over its 12
years on the air by brilliant performances and production' - Daily
Telegraph. 3 CDs. 2 hrs 48 mins.
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Malcolm George Galbraith is a large, somewhat clumsy, Scotsman.
He's being forced to leave the woman he loves behind and needs to
explain why. So he leaves her a handwritten note on the kitchen
table (well, more a 300-page letter than a note). In it, Malcolm
decides to start from the beginning and tell the whole story of his
long life, something he's never dared do before. Because Malcolm
isn't what he seems: he's had other names and lived in other
places. A lot of other places. As it gathers pace, Malcolm's story
combines tragedy, comedy, mystery, a touch of leprosy, several
murders, a massacre, a ritual sacrifice, an insane tyrant, two
great romances, a landslide, a fire, and a talking fish.
Steve Beresford's polymathic activities have formed a prism for the
UK improv scene since the 1970s. He is internationally known as a
free improviser on piano, toy piano and electronics, composer for
film and TV, and raconteur and Dadaist visionary. His résumé is
filled with collaborations with hundreds of musicians and other
artists, including such leading improvisers as Derek Bailey, Evan
Parker and John Zorn, and he has given performances of works by
John Cage and Christian Marclay. In this book, Beresford is heard
in his own words through first-hand interviews with the author.
Beresford provides compelling insight into an extensive range of
topics, displaying the broad cultural context in which music is
embedded. The volume combines chronological and thematic chapters,
with topics covering improvisation and composition in jazz and free
music; the connections between art, entertainment and popular
culture; the audience for free improvisation; writing music for
films; recording improvised music in the studio; and teaching
improvisation. It places Beresford in the context of improvised and
related musics – jazz, free jazz, free improvisation – in which
there is growing interest. The linear narrative is broken up by
'interventions' or short pieces by collaborators and commentators.
The aesthetics of imperfection emphasises spontaneity, disruption,
process and energy over formal perfection and is often ignored by
many commentators or seen only in improvisation. This comprehensive
collection is the first time imperfection has been explored across
all kinds of musical performance, whether improvisation or
interpretation of compositions. Covering music, visual art, dance,
comedy, architecture and design, it addresses the meaning,
experience, and value of improvisation and spontaneous creation
across different artistic media. A distinctive feature of the
volume is that it brings together contributions from theoreticians
and practitioners, presenting a wider range of perspectives on the
issues involved. Contributors look at performance and practice
across Western and non-Western musical, artistic and craft forms.
Composers and non-performing artists offer a perspective on what is
'imperfect' or improvisatory within their work, contributing
further dimensions to the discourse. The Aesthetics of Imperfection
in Music and the Arts features 39 chapters organised into eight
sections and written by a diverse group of scholars and performers.
They consider divergent definitions of aesthetics, employing both
18th-century philosophy and more recent socially and historically
situated conceptions making this an essential, up-to-date resource
for anyone working on either side of the perfection-imperfection
debate.
The Continuum Aesthetics Series looks at the aesthetic questions
and issues raised by all major art forms. Stimulating, engaging and
accessible, the series offers food for thought not only for
students of aesthetics, but also for anyone with an interest in
philosophy and the arts. Aesthetics and Music is a fresh and often
provocative exploration of the key concepts and arguments in
musical aesthetics. It draws on the rich heritage of the subject,
while proposing distinctive new ways of thinking about music as an
art form. The book looks at: The experience of listening Rhythm and
musical movement What modernism has meant for musical aesthetics
The relation of music to other 'sound arts' Improvisation and
composition as well as more traditional issues in musical
aesthetics such as absolute versus programme music and the question
of musical formalism. Thinkers discussed range from Pythagoras and
Plato to Kant, Nietzsche and Adorno. Areas of music covered include
classical, popular and traditional music, and jazz. Aesthetics and
Music makes an eloquent case for a humanistic, democratic and
genuinely aesthetic conception of music and musical understanding.
Anyone interested in what contemporary philosophy has to say about
music as an art form will find this thought-provoking and highly
enjoyable book required reading.
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