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Various Artists - Stars of Classical (CD)
Various Artists, Emmerich Kalman/Franz Lehar/Johann Strauss II, Francesco Sartori, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Leonard Cohen, …
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Known as a "pianist's composer," Chopin's love, passion and
devotion to piano music resulted in more than 200 compositions.
This collection contains the more accessible pieces which still
have vivid melodies and lush harmonies. The Alfred Masterwork CD
Editions conveniently combine each exceptional volume with a
professionally recorded CD that is sure to inspire artistic
performances.
Pianist Valery Lloyd-Watts studied at the Conservatory of Music in
Toronto and the Royal College of Music in London. She earned a
Master of Music degree from the University of Wisconsin, where she
studied with Paul Badura-Skoda. She co-authored the text Studying
Suzuki Piano: More than Music, which was endorsed by Dr. Suzuki.
Known as a "pianist's composer," Chopin's love, passion and
devotion to piano music resulted in over 200 compositions. This
collection contains the more accessible pieces which still have
vivd melodies and lush harmonies.
1. While previous books have offered social work perspectives or
research on the victims of such crimes, this is the first to offer
a criminological typology of the offenders. 2. This book connects
academic research to practice, considering the implications for law
enforcement, investigation and prevention.
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Mazurkas (Complete) (Book)
Frederic Chopin, Willard A Palmer
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R601
R516
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A painstakingly researched edition of all of the mazurkas presently
known to be authentic works of Chopin; 57 in all. The mazurka, a
Polish national dance in triple meter, was first introduced to the
realm of art music by Chopin. The works in this collection have
been carefully edited from the original manuscripts and from the
first German, French and English editions.
Included here are: a preface, a critical essay and explanatory
annotations by Margo Culley; essays by acclaimed Kate Chopin
biographers; selections from the conduct books of the period;
contemporary perspectives on womanhood, motherhood and marriage;
and reviews and interpretative essays.
Kate Chopin's startling portrayal of Edna Pontellier, a young,
upper-class woman who rejects her duties as a wife and mother,
shocked readers upon its release in 1899. In lyrical and
impressionistic prose, Chopin conveys "a part of female experience
that had never before been acknowledged" (Barbara Kingsolver) -the
inner turmoil of a young woman unable to find a way of living in
the world that accommodates the person she has discovered herself
to be. Its unflinching truth continues to resonate with readers
even now, cementing The Awakening as Chopin's most famous and
influential work.
This is the first paperback edition to bring out in one volume Kate
Chopin's extraordinary novel The Awakening (1899), along with the
complete text of her two collections of short stories, Bayou Folk
(1894) and A Night in Acadie (1897), and twelve uncollected tales.
The Awakening is a strikingly modern, evocative story of
self-discovery and female emancipation, set in the sensuous
environment of Southern Louisiana, where the young Edna Pontellier
reclaims her own individuality, refusing to be defined by her roles
of wife and mother. Chopin's stories are brilliantly observed,
compassionate and often humorous, alert to the foibles, weaknesses
and small triumphs of her characters. Overshadowed by the
relatively recent fame of The Awakening, they contain some of the
best work of this remarkably original author.
1. While previous books have offered social work perspectives or
research on the victims of such crimes, this is the first to offer
a criminological typology of the offenders. 2. This book connects
academic research to practice, considering the implications for law
enforcement, investigation and prevention.
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The Awakening (Paperback)
Kate Chopin; Introduction by Deirdre Osborne
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Written in the late Victorian era, The Awakening features a young
woman who flings aside the norms of society and rejects her role as
wife and mother. She abandons her family for a hedonistic and
contrarian lifestyle before eventually committing suicide. The
novel deals with the issues of interracial marriage and contains
passages of overt sexuality, both of which contributed to the
widespread outcry upon its original publication in 1899. Today it
is seen as a portent of the future and admired for its direct and
naturalistic style. Flame Tree 451 presents a new series, The
Foundations of Feminist Fiction. The early 1900s saw a quiet
revolution in literature previously dominated by male adventure
heroes. Both men and women moved beyond the norms of the male gaze
to write from a different gender perspective, sometimes with female
protagonists, but also expressing the universal freedom to write on
any subject whatsoever. Each book features a brand new biography
and a glossary of literary terms.
This candid portrayal of a woman who refuses to accept her allotted
role as wife and mother caused an outcry when it was published in
1899. It is the story of Edna Pontellier, who spends the summer on
the Gulf of Mexico with her businessman husband and her two sons.
When an illicit romance awakens unfamiliar ideas and longings in
Edna, she discovers a new identity for herself, but cannot hope for
understanding in the stifling attitudes of Louisiana society.
Edna is an obedient wife and mother vacationing at Grand Isle with
her family. While there, however, Edna become close to a young man
named Robert Lebrun, but before they act on their mutual romantic
interest in each other Robert leaves for Mexico. Edna is lonely
without his companionship, and meets the attractive rake Alcee
Arobin. Instead of spending her days concerned with household
matters, Edna pursues her interest in painting. Rather than
depending financially on her husband, Edna moves into a house of
her own. By the time Robert returns, professing his love for Edna
and his desire to marry her, Edna no longer believes in the
limitations of traditional marriage. What will she choose instead?
Is it possible to be a free woman and be responsible for the needs
of others?
Some of Chopin's best-loved works are contained in this volume.
More advanced than 14 of His Easiest Piano Selections, familiar
preludes, waltzes and mazurkas are joined by "Fantaisie-Impromptu,"
"Etude in E Major" and "Polonaise in A Major." This versatile
collection could be used over the span of several years as a
student's facility develops. Helpful biographical and historical
materials are provided for each work. Also included is an
outstanding CD recording from the Naxos label by internationally
renowned artist Idil Biret. She has made more than 70 recordings
and has received numerous awards including: Lily Boulanger
Memorial, Boston; Harriet Cohen - Dinu Lipatti gold medal, London;
Chevalier de l'Ordre du Merite, France; State Artist, Turkey and
many others.
HarperCollins is proud to present its range of best-loved,
essential classics. 'I would give up the unessential; I would give
my money, I would give my life for my children; but I wouldn't give
myself.' Heralded as one of the first instances of feminist
literature and rejected at its time of publication by the literary
set on grounds of moral distaste, Kate Chopin's The Awakening
caused consternation in 1899. Constrained and confined by the
limitations surrounding marriage and motherhood in the late 1800s,
Edna Pontellier begins to challenge the notion of femininity
through her thoughts and actions. Questioning her love for her
husband, and opening herself up to the possibilities of other men
and a life outside of societal convention leads to a gradual
awakening of her desires. Chopin's fascinating exploration of one
woman challenging the expectation that surrounds her is powerful,
daring and ultimately tragic in its conclusions.
Create lush terrains and atmospheres in Vue and enhance your
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GeekAtPlay.com guide you through 17 stand-alone tutorials, each
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website includes brand new video tutorials from Geekatplay as well
as materials, atmosphere settings, image maps, models, project
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Create high-quality 3D animations and models by using the basic
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Chopine. This handy studio reference breaks down the core concepts
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tutorials, this book teaches you how to model, pose, and texture
your creations as well as scenery creation, animation, and
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resources. This book is endorsed by Daz3d.com and includes
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