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Can you spot the Big Dipper in the night sky? Or Orion's Belt? Or
Cassiopeia? Even in cities, and without the aid of a telescope,
these are a few of the easier constellations to find. In fact, a
great deal can be seen in the night sky with the naked eye - if you
know what you're looking for. Night Sky presents 200 colour
photographs of stunning nocturnal vistas all visible to the naked
eye. From the majesty of the Northern Lights (Aurora borealis) as
seen from Norway or Canada, and the Southern Lights (Aurora
australis) as seen from Australia, to seeing the clarity of the
Milky Way over an Italian forest, from witnessing a lunar eclipse
in Indonesia to charting the course of the International Space
Station across the Indian night, and from seeing a Geminid meteor
shower in New Mexico to recognizing the Great Bear (Ursa Major)
constellation over New England, the book is a feast of nocturnal
delights. Where necessary, additional inset photographs indicate
the formation of a constellation. Presented in a landscape format
and with 200 outstanding colour photographs supported by
fascinating captions, Night Sky is a stunning collection of images.
Featuring more than 200 intriguing images taken by space probes
travelling billions of kilometres from Earth, The Solar System is
an exhilarating exploration of the mysteries of our local planetary
space. Within the span of a human lifetime, our spacecraft have
visited all eight planets of the Solar System, together with
several dwarf planets, asteroids and comets. We have mapped the
surface of Mercury and Venus in exquisite detail, landed rovers on
Mars, placed orbiters around Jupiter and Saturn, and parachuted to
the surface of Titan. Our emissaries have visited icy worlds five
billion kilometres from home and continued onwards to reach
interstellar space. The pictures and science returned by these
intrepid travellers have transformed our understanding of the Solar
System in which we live.
Abolitionist Leadership in Schools offers school and district
leaders rich insights and approaches for recreating, restructuring,
and reorienting their service to students, families, staff, and
communities in crisis. Though often associated with sudden,
large-scale disruptions, crises are ongoing matters-particularly
among systemically-oppressed people-that underscore the planning
voids, resource inequities, marginalizing policies, and strategic
lapses of any teaching and learning community while perpetuating
students' social-emotional, psychological, and pedagogical traumas.
This expansive book guides school leaders to provide pre-emptive,
premeditated, and progressive leadership while countering the
impacts of racism that endure in our schools. Working from an
abolitionist lineage, author Robert S. Harvey's radically humane
vision explores lessons from our collective national past, provides
strategic planning with creativities and contingencies, and fosters
liberatory decision-making through accountability, communication,
and more.
Explore and discover the most beautiful places in Wiltshire. Visit
and photograph the ancient and mysterious sites of Stonehenge,
Avebury and Silbury Hill; the great houses and gardens at Longleat,
Bowood, Wilton, Stourhead; villages and churches; Georgian
Bradford-on-Avon and the chalk White Horses and the Fovant Badges
etched into the hillsides. You will enjoy photographs of the strip
lynchets along the downs where sheep have grazed for centuries; the
big open farmland, the Ridgeway, the chalk streams; Salisbury Plain
and Salisbury Cathedral. With over 500 colour photographs,
Photographing Wiltshire is the definitive visitor and
photo-location guidebook to photographing this fascinating county.
Introductory sections explain the story of Wiltshire's varied
landscape, exceptional cultural heritage and diverse wildlife. It
will appeal to Wiltshire residents, outdoor enthusiasts,
photographers and anyone who loves Wiltshire and would like to
understand it better.
Travelling from the edge of our Solar System, through the Milky Way
and to the outer edges of the observable universe, Deep Space is a
spectacular photographic guide to galaxies, nebulae, supernova,
clusters, black holes and quasars. Learn about the birth of stars
in our own galaxy, planets beyond our own solar system, when they
were first discovered and how we have managed to photograph these
places. Ranging from the Magellanic Clouds within the Milky Way to
stellar life cycles, from other spiral galaxies such as the
Andromeda Galaxy, to the Sombrero Galaxy, and from nebulae such as
the Pillars of Creation to black and white dwarfs, this is
accessibly written for the general reader to grasp the science and
magnitude of deep space. Featuring 200 outstanding colour
photographs and expert captions, Deep Space is most certainly out
of this world.
Abolitionist Leadership in Schools offers school and district
leaders rich insights and approaches for recreating, restructuring,
and reorienting their service to students, families, staff, and
communities in crisis. Though often associated with sudden,
large-scale disruptions, crises are ongoing matters-particularly
among systemically-oppressed people-that underscore the planning
voids, resource inequities, marginalizing policies, and strategic
lapses of any teaching and learning community while perpetuating
students' social-emotional, psychological, and pedagogical traumas.
This expansive book guides school leaders to provide pre-emptive,
premeditated, and progressive leadership while countering the
impacts of racism that endure in our schools. Working from an
abolitionist lineage, author Robert S. Harvey's radically humane
vision explores lessons from our collective national past, provides
strategic planning with creativities and contingencies, and fosters
liberatory decision-making through accountability, communication,
and more.
In this, one of the last published books planned by one of the
major cultural philosophers of our time, Lyotard addresses, in his
powerful and allusive critical voice, Malraux's reflections on art
and literature. The result, more than a sequel to Lyotard's
acclaimed biography "Signe Malraux," tells us as much about Lyotard
and his critical concerns as it does about Malraux. It gives us
Lyotard's final thoughts on his long study of the critical,
disruptive possibilities of art and of the relation between
aesthetics and politics. At first glance, Lyotard's sympathetic and
generous analysis of Malraux might be surprising to some, for
Malraux's metaphysics of art seems far removed from, if not
diametrically opposed to, Lyotard's postmodern, experimental
approach. But this is perhaps the book's greatest achievement, for
Lyotard succeeds both in giving a compelling critical reading of
Malraux (and through him of an entire era of art criticism) and in
presenting, complicating, and developing his own position on art
and aesthetics.
In order to present Lyotard's exquisitely compact style in the best
possible way, the original French text appears on facing pages with
the English translation.
Two new adventures bringing back one of the Doctor's most `popular'
foes - the Cybermen! Warzone - At Warzone, competitors gather from
across the galaxy to test the limits of their endurance and achieve
their personal best. So,when the TARDIS materialises in the middle
of a racetrack, the Doctor and his friends must literally run for
their lives. Conversion - On the fringes of the galaxy,
techno-pirates and research medics fight for the secrets of
advanced extra-terrestrial technology. For the Doctor, however, a
more personal battle awaits as he confronts his own guilt and the
creatures that killed a friend: the Cybermen. CAST: Peter Davison
(The Doctor), Sarah Sutton (Nyssa), Janet Fielding (Tegan Jovanka),
George Watkins (Marc), David Banks (The Cyber Leader), Timothy
Blore (Morris), Angela Bruce (Herb), Silas Carson (Commentator),
Mark Hardy (Cyber Lieutenant), Pepter Lunkuse (Esma), Liz
Sutherland-Lim (Creasey). Other parts played by members of the
cast.
In an age of backroom generals who command from far behind troop
lines, it is often forgotten that wars have been won or lost by the
personality and leadership of a maverick commander. In twelve
riveting portrait, best-selling historian, Robert Harvey, explores
the mind and the action of such men. From the the Mediterranean sea
Harvey investigates what make a military commander different - a
charismatic leader of men, rational under fire, unafraid to
improvise or lead his men into victory against the odds. Packed
with compelling and insightful analysis and story telling,
Mavericks is Robert Harvey's best book to date. The Mavericks, what
made them great and their key battles include: Clive of India - a
master of the decisive strike, and going for the jugular. Plassey.
James Wolfe - renowned by his troops for being as demanding on
himself as on them. Quebec. George Washington - patience, then
boldness. Yorktown. Horatio Nelson - flamboyance, careful planning
and improvisation. Trafalgar. Thomas Cochrane - Fearless commando
tactics and an eye for the unexpected strike. Aix Roads. The Duke
of Wellington - style and soundbites, caution and planning.
Salamanca. Guiseppe Garibaldi - charismatic communicator, bold in
battle. Messina. Ulysses S. Grant - Cool and rational, with
determination to overcome all obstacles. Vicksburg Erwin Rommel -
Careful calculation followed by bold strikes. Desert Campaign.
George Patton - Aggression coupled with skill in tanks and
training.The Battle of the Bulge. Field Marshal Montgomery - A
natural rebel with a lightning mind. El Alamein. Douglas MacArthur
- brilliant communicator and bold, cared for his men. Inchon.
PRAISE FOR WAR OF WARS 'This is the 'definitive' one-volume account
of a particularly rich slab of history.' Daily Express. '...so well
paced that reading it is a pleasure.' Bernard Cornwell. 'I doubt a
better account of the never-ending war will be written in many a
year.' Allan Mallinson. 'an exhillirating sequence of dramatic
set-pieces in narrative history's best traditions.' Literary Review
This is the second of two new releases featuring Peter Davison as
the Fifth Doctor and contains two adventures; Thin Time by Dan
Abnett. Hallowe'en, 1892. Celebrated novelist Charles Crookshap
claims to have been receiving time communiques, promising secrets
that could change the world forever. But when the TARDIS interrupts
the household's evening, the Doctor realises he isn't the only
alien interloper in London. Madquake by Guy Adams. Abandoned on the
planet Callanna, Nyssa, Tegan and Marc take advantage of its
therapeutic atmosphere to come to terms with recent events; but
others seek to take advantage too. The Slitheen are on their way -
and they're ready to sell this world to the highest bidder! CAST:
Peter Davison (The Doctor), Sarah Sutton (Nyssa), Janet Fielding
(Tegan Jovanka), George Watkins (Marc), Dona Croll (Bella), Raj
Ghatak (Mison), Kate Isitt (Cott), Zaqi Ismail (John Hobshaw),
Nicholas Khan (Stubbs), Luyanda Unati LewisNyawo (Mrs Polly), Wilf
Scolding (Charles Crookshap), Harley Viveash (Grumma). Other parts
played by members of the cast.
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Torchwood: The Sins of Captain John (CD)
David Llwellyn; Directed by Scott Handcock; Performed by James Marsters, John Barrowman; Robert Harvey; Cover design or artwork by …
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From zombies in Restoration London, to Hell gatecrashing a funeral,
rogue Time Agent Captain John Hart leads the universe the rack and
ruin in four new adventures written by David Llewellyn. The
Restored, Escape from Nebazz, Peach Blossom Heights and Darker
Purposes. NOTE: Torchwood contains adult material and is not
suitable for younger listeners. 1. The Restored Captain John is in
Restoration England looking for some gauntlets. There’s intrigue
in the Tower of London, the dead are walking the streets, and the
severed head of Oliver Cromwell has a terrible warning. 2. Escape
from Nebazz Captain John is in a wooden space prison that’s under
attack by a strange and terrible life form. Also the catering is
truly dreadful and Dr Magpie’s latest discovery may have got a
little out of hand. 3. Peach Blossom Heights Captains John and Jack
find themselves stranded on a world that may be actual paradise –
the weather is pleasant, the people are friendly, and the giant
stuffed animals only come out at night. There’s only one thing
the world is missing. No-one has every explained to any of the
population about the birds and the bees. Which is unfortunate. 4.
Darker Purposes Captain John arrives at the funeral of one of the
galaxy’s richest men. He died without making a will, and his
heirs have some very creative ideas about how this can be put to
rights involving murder, necromancy and seduction. Sadly, Captain
John is only too happy to oblige. CAST: James Marsters (Captain
John Hart), John Barrowman (Captain Jack Harkness), Christopher
Allen (The Archivist), Ayesha Antoine (Caitlin), Rosie Baker (Ilsa
Vargosh), Connor Calland (Grimble), Silas Carson (Sir Thomas
Pewsey), Dona Croll (Miss Slaughter), Laura Doddington (Frances,
Duchess of Winchester), Kathryn Drysdale (Dr Magpie), Serin Ibrahim
(Mohisha Varma), Matthew Jacobs-Morgan (Chester Vamooth), Robbie
Jarvis (Trevor), Nicholas Khan (Jillix), Wilf Scolding (King
Charles II), David Sibley (Uther Vargosh), Rick Yale (Darius
Vargosh). Other parts played by members of the cast. NOTE:
Torchwood contains adult material and is not suitable for younger
listeners.
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Torchwood - 19 The Death of Captain Jack (CD)
David Llewellyn; Directed by Scott Handcock; Robert Harvey; Cover design or artwork by Lee Binding; Performed by John Barrowman, …
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Captain Jack is finally dying, and it's time for his oldest friend
to visit his deathbed. King John has come to tell him a story. The
story of the life he should have had. It's the story of Alexander
the Great, sinking ships, falling empires, robot dinosaurs, and
alien invasions. It's a story of love, royal weddings, murder, mass
murder, genocide, and very tight trousers. It's the story of the
life of Captain John and it's the story of Torchwood. Be careful
what you wish for. The huge and long - running public interest in
new Torchwood adventures resulted in a server melt-down when its
return on audio was announced by star John Barrowman on his Sunday
night radio slot. Across the range, John Barrowman, Eve Myles, Kai
Owen and Gareth David -Lloyd have reprised the characters who
starred in four years of hit Doctor Who spin-off Torchwood,
screened around the world - Gareth David-Lloyd played Ianto Jones
in the BBC series, a character so popular with fans that when he
was killed off, a shrine was created in Cardiff that is still there
to this day! This marks the first time James Marsters has reprised
his popular Captain Hart character, though to fans of Buffy the
Vampire Slayer he's still best known as the charismatic baddy
vampire Spike! Big Finish's Torchwood range also includes - so far
- three specials: Torchwood - Outbreak, The Torchwood Archive and
Torchwood One - Before the Fall, and in late 2017 a new audio range
carried on the series from where it left off on TV. NOTE: Torchwood
contains adult material and may not be suitable for younger
listeners. Cast: John Barrowman (Captain Jack Harkness), James
Marsters (Captain John Hart), Eve Myles (Gwen Cooper), Gareth
David-Lloyd (Ianto Jones), Kai Owen (Rhys Williams), Tom Price (Sgt
Andy), Samuel Barnett (Norton Folgate), Rowena Cooper (Queen
Victoria), Rick Yale (Christopher Marlowe), Aly Cruickshank
(Alexander the Great), Marilyn Le Conte (Catherine the Great), Luke
Williams (Hephaeston), Richard Elfyn (Field Marshal), Kerry Joy
Stewart (Flat Holm Doctor), Kristy Philipps (Royal Servant).
'Nobody knows how to write'. Thus opens this carefully nuanced and
accessible collection of essays by one of the most important
writer-philosophers of the 20th century, Jean-Francois Lyotard
(1924-1998). First published in French in 1991 as Lectures
d'enfance, these essays have never been printed as a collection in
English. In them, Lyotard investigates his idea of infantia, or the
infancy of thought that resists all forms of development, either
human or technological. Each essay responds to works by writers and
thinkers who are central to cultural modernism, such as James
Joyce, Franz Kafka, Hannah Arendt, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Sigmund
Freud. This volume - with a new introduction and afterword by
Robert Harvey and Kiff Bamford - contextualises Lyotard's thought
and demonstrates his continued relevance today.
Robert Harvey brilliantly recreates the story of the greatest
conflict that stretches from the first blaze of revolution in Paris
in 1789 to final victory on the muddy fields of Waterloo. On land
and at sea, throughout the four corners of the continent, from the
frozen plains surrounding Moscow and terror on the Caribbean seas,
to the muddy low lands of Flanders and the becalmed waters of
Trafalgar, The War of Wars tells the powerful story of the greatest
conflict of the age.
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The War Master: Anti-Genesis (CD)
Nicholas Briggs, Alan Barnes; Directed by Scott Handcock; Ioan Morris; Cover design or artwork by Tom Newsom; Performed by …
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A brand-new four-part adventure featuring the Master's exploits in
the Time War. In a Time War, there is a crime that not even the
Daleks would dare consider. But the Master has more than considered
- and he is ready to commit. When his TARDIS returns to Gallifrey
carrying his corpse, a chain of events ensues that will change
established history, Old friendships will be destroyed and dark
alliances formed, as the Master exploits a terrifying truth. Even
for the two most powerful races, time can be rewritten. 4.1 From
the Flames by Nicholas Briggs. After the Master's TARDIS returns
his remains to Gallifrey, in accordance with his final wishes, an
intricate plot begins to change the nature of the universe forever.
But even in death the Master threatens life. And only CIA
Coordinator Narvin can hope to stop him. 4.2 The Master's Dalek
Plan by Alan Barnes. As the Master infiltrates the Kaled scientific
elite, the Time Lords seek to counter his interference. But while
Narvin and President Livia try to stabilise the past, a new and
horrifying future dawns in the wastelands of ancient Skaro. 4.3
Shockwave by Alan Barnes. With all known history threatened, the
Daleks take desperate action to preserve their established legacy.
When they cross dimensions to recruit an alternative incarnation of
the Master, an uneasy alliance is formed ... But can either side
truly trust the other? 4.4 He Who Wins by Nicholas Briggs. The
Master has achieved an ultimate victory. But at what cost? Cast:
Derek Jacobi (The Master), Mark Gatiss (The Other Master), Sean
Carlsen (Narvin), Nicholas Briggs (The Daleks), Zaraah Abrahams
(Kaled Corporal), Pippa Bennett-Warner (Livia), Vikash Bhai
(Arfor), Daniel Brocklebank (Yaren), Richard Clifford (Novar), Ben
Crystal (Soogasor), Christopher Harper (Kaled Guard), Will Kirk
(Uglen), Jordan Renzo (Insloy), Gavin Swift (Crazlus), Franchi Webb
(Lamarius). Other parts played by members of the cast.
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