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Over his long and successful career David Remfry MBE RA RWS has
achieved a mastery of watercolour that few have matched. Unusually
for the medium, he works on a large scale and often focuses on
people, exploring the dance hall and the nightclub in breathtaking
images that are at once beautiful and edgy. This book is the first
full-length monograph devoted to the artist's watercolours. Its
author, James Russell, is well known for his writing on
20th-century British artists. Russell brings his scholarship,
humour and fascination for people and their lives to his study of
Remfry's career, tracing the evolution of a remarkable talent,
looking in depth at the most significant works and placing Remfry
in the context of both the British watercolour tradition and
international contemporary painting. This is at once a glorious art
book and an intimate portrait of city life. Having spent 20 years
living and working at the legendary Chelsea Hotel in New York,
Remfry has a following on both sides of the Atlantic. New Yorkers -
often in party mode - feature in many of his watercolours, and his
recollections of people and places add colour to the text.
To watch a child grieve and not know what to do is a profoundly difficult experience for parents, teachers, and caregivers. Yet, there are guidelines for helping children develop a lifelong, healthy response to loss. In When Children Grieve, the authors offer a cutting-edge volume to free children from the false idea of "not feeling bad" and to empower them with positive, effective methods of dealing with loss. There are many life experiences that can produce feelings of grief in a child, from the death of a relative or a divorce in the family to more everyday experiences such as moving to a new neighborhood or losing a prized possession. No matter the reason or degree of severity, if a child you love is grieving, the guidelines examined in this thoughtful book can make a difference.
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Ravilious: Submarine (Hardcover)
James Russell; Edited by Tim Mainstone; Illustrated by Eric William Ravilious
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About the artist's second major foray into lithography, the set of
prints he made in 1940/41 while working as a war artist. Known as
the Submarine Series.
'Ravilious in Pictures: The War Paintings' celebrates and
commemorates the wartime career of Eric Ravilious, who died on
active service in Iceland at the age of 39. One of a series of
books, it creates a vivid portrait both of the artist himself and
of life in wartime Britain.
The idea behind this book is that developing a conception of the
physical world and a conception of mind is impossible without the
exercise of agency, meaning "the power to alter at will one's
perceptual inputs". The thesis is derived from a philosphical
account of the role of agency in knowledge.; The book is divided
into three parts. In Part One, the author argues that "purely
representational" theories of mind and of mental development have
been overvalued, thereby clearing the ground for the book's central
thesis. In Part Two, he proposes that, because objective experience
depends upon the experience of agency, the development of the
"object concept" in human infants is grounded in the development of
executive-attentional capacities. In Part Three, an analysis of the
links between agency and self-awareness generates an original
theory of the nature of certain stage-like transitions in mental
functioning and of the relationship between executive and
mentalizing defects in autism.; The book should be of interest to
students and researchers in cognitive- developmental psychology, to
philosophers of mind, and to anybody with an interest in cognitive
science.
Now, fully revised and updated, the third edition of The Naked
Guide to Cider includes more than 200 listings of cider producers,
pubs, specialist shops and cider organisations as well as a colour
section and a new fold-out cover map of Bristol's finest cider
pubs. The Naked Guide to Cider is one of Tangent's best-selling
titles and has enjoyed its success alongside the cider and perry
boom. Today's new generation of cider enthusiasts want to do more
than just drink cider. As sales of small-scale mills and presses
show, they want to make cider for themselves. They also want to
explore cider country - to drink in legendary cider pubs and learn
about orchards and apple varieties. Today's consumers want
experiences as much as products. They want to get involved, to make
and discover things for themselves, and The Naked Guide to Cider
will show them how. This is a new kind of cider book for a new
generation of cider lovers. It is a guide book, but not like a
CAMRA guide. The Naked Guide to Cider will introduce cider lovers
to the history and culture of their favourite tipple, and
demonstrate, with clear step-by-step instructions, how to make
their own cider. Martin Thatcher, Managing Director of Thatchers
said: "The Naked Guides are a well established brand and the
modern, witty but informative tone is ideal for the new generation
of cider drinkers." The author of The Naked Guide to Cider is James
Russell, an acknowledged authority on cider and orchards, who has
written on the subject for Geographical Magazine, The Daily
Telegraph and other publications. Manmade Eden (Redcliffe Press,
2007), his groundbreaking history of orchards, was dubbed 'a hugely
enjoyable read' by BBC Countryfile Magazine. Fruit expert Joan
Morgan called it, 'a thought provoking, engaging and informative
book that everyone interested in the countryside will enjoy.' James
is also the author of Thatchers Then & Now: The Story of a
Cider Making Family, published by Bristol Books in 2015.
The idea behind this book is that developing a conception of the
physical world and a conception of mind is impossible without the
exercise of agency, meaning "the power to alter at will one's
perceptual inputs". The thesis is derived from a philosophical
account of the role of agency in knowledge - the first time this
has been attempted in the context of developmental psychology. The
book is divided into three parts. In Part One, Russell argues that
purely "representational" theories of mind and of mental
development have been overvalued, thereby clearing the ground for
the book's central thesis. In Part Two, he proposes that, because
objective experience depends upon the experience of agency, the
development of the "object concept" in human infants is grounded in
the development of executive-attentional capacities. In Part Three,
an analysis of the links between agency and self-awareness
generates an original theory of the nature of certain stage-like
transitions in mental functioning and of the relationship between
executive and mentalising deficits in autism. The book will be of
particular interest to students and researchers in
cognitive-developmental psychology, to philosophers of mind, and to
anybody with an interest in cognitive science.
Updated to commemorate its 20th anniversary, this classic resource
further explores the effects of grief and sheds new light on how to
begin to take effective actions to complete the grieving process
and work towards recovery and happiness. Incomplete recovery from
grief can have a lifelong negative effect on the capacity for
happiness. Drawing from their own histories as well as from
others', the authors illustrate how it is possible to recover from
grief and regain energy and spontaneity. Based on a proven program,
The Grief Recovery Handbook offers grievers the specific actions
needed to move beyond loss. New material in this edition includes
guidance for dealing with: * Loss of faith * Loss of career and
financial issues * Loss of health * Growing up in an alcoholic or
dysfunctional home The Grief Recovery Handbook is a groundbreaking,
classic handbook that everyone should have in their library. "This
book is required for all my classes. The more I use this book, the
more I believe that unresolved grief is the major underlying issue
in most people's lives. It is the only work of its kind that I know
of that outlines the problem and provides the solution."-Bernard
McGrane, Ph.D., Professor of Sociology, Chapman University
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Ravilious (Paperback)
James Russell
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This beautifully illustrated book is the first full-length critical
study to focus on the watercolours of multitalented British artist
and designer Eric Ravilious (1903-1942). Adopting the wide-ranging
approach familiar to readers of his previous books on the artist,
author James Russell explores the evolution of a remarkable talent.
An introductory section offers an intimate portrait of Ravilious,
an artist for whom personal relationships, particularly with women,
were paramount. It goes on to describe the extraordinary
achievements of an all-too-brief career, drawing on new research to
seek out artistic influences and examine Ravilious's relationships
with fellow-artists, as well as the development of his mark making.
There follows the most comprehensive display of Ravilious
watercolours yet assembled. Some have never been published, while
others are familiar and well loved. Many are explored in short
accompanying essays, some with full-bleed images that show details
of paintings at full size. These texts are designed to entertain
and enlighten, looking at composition, technique, influence and
inspiration, or discussing the significance of particular subjects
and the people behind the scenes. This is the definitive guide to
the luminous, evocative and timeless watercolours of Eric
Ravilious, an artist now regarded as one of the finest of the
twentieth century.
""K-Pop Now " ...] features one hundred and twenty-eight glossy
pages of Korean pop eye-candy."--KpopStarz.com
"This is the book on K-pop everybody has been waiting for. It
explains for westerners what K-pop music is really all about--a
must-read "--Charlotte Naudin, PR manager for Torpedo Productions
"K-Pop Now " takes a fun look at Korea's high-energy pop music, and
is written for its growing legions of fans. It features all the
famous groups and singers, and takes an insider's look at how they
have made it to the top.
In 2012, Psy's song and music video "Gangnam Style" suddenly took
the world by storm. But K-Pop, the music of Psy's homeland of Korea
has been winning fans for years with its infectious melodies and
high-energy fun. Featuring incredibly attractive and talented
singers and eye-popping visuals, K-Pop is the music of now.
Though K-Pop is a relatively young phenomenon in the West, it is
rapidly gaining traction and reaching much larger audiences--thanks
in large part to social media like Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.
Top K-Pop acts get ten million to thirty million hits for their
videos--the Girls Generation single "Gee" has over a hundred
million views
In "K-Pop Now " you'll find: Profiles of all the current K-Pop
artists and their hits A look at Seoul's hippest hot spots and
hangouts Interviews with top artists like Kevin from Ze: A and
Brian Joo A look at the K-Pop idols of tomorrowYou'll meet the
biggest record producers, the hosts of the insanely popular "Eat
Your Kimchi" website, and K-Pop groups like Big Bang, TVXQ, 2NE1,
Girls Generation, HOT, SES, FinKL Busker Busker and The Koxx. The
book also includes a guide for fans who plan to visit Seoul to
explore K-Pop up close and personal.
Join the K-Pop revolution now
This comprehensive survey of the career of Edward Bawden (1903-89)
accompanied a major exhibition at Dulwich Picture Gallery and
brings together his most significant work in watercolour,
printmaking, design and illustration. Bawden began his career in
the 1920s as a precociously talented designer and illustrator, and
he successfully reinvented himself time and again as the decades
passed while always retaining a distinctive freshness, humour and
humanity in his work. The book explores in depth the most
significant creative periods of Bawden's life and is fully
illustrated throughout.
Trap Shooting Secrets takes you into the world where professionals
reside. With over 132 practice tips and more than 100 illustrations
it's like having a shooting coach by your side. This huge 182 page
8x11 size technical book teaches techniques of professional trap
shooting; singles, handicap and double trap. Endorsed by
professional shooters and ranks #1 by trap shooting magazines
worldwide
Away across the oceans, where few have dared to roam, upon a
wondrous island, a family made its home. Living on an island means
life is full of adventure for brothers Flynn and Paddy. So when a
dragon swoops out of the sky and nabs their beloved dog, Coco,
Flynn and Paddy know it's up to them to bring her home. That night,
they pack their bags, make some terrible sandwiches, and set off on
an epic adventure... See the map in this book come alive! Includes
BONUS Dragon Brothers map in 3D for your phone or tablet! Download
the free AR Reads app on your Android- or iOS-compatible smartphone
or tablet to see and hear dragons fly, geysers gush, and get a
glimpse of your favorite characters in action!
This is the definitive account of the life and work of Edward Seago
(1910-1974), the highly popular, versatile and talented British
painter whose work was inspired by John Sell Cotman, John Constable
and Alfred Munnings. Over 200 colour reproductions are complemented
by an engaging text which highlights important periods, episodes
and acquaintances from Seago's life and career. Full of anecdotes,
sketches and quotations from the artist's books and correspondence,
the author provides a vivid impression of Seago's character which
helps inform discussion of the outstanding imagery which he
created. Including important examples of works from all stages of
Seago's career, this book reproduces beautiful landscapes, vibrant
circus images, dramatic seascapes and paintings inspired by the
artist's travels aboard. A true celebration of a powerful body of
20th-century British painting, Edward Seago will be an invaluable
addition to the libraries of collectors, dealers and enthusiasts
alike.
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