How does one go about writing the history of musical composition in the late twentieth century when, on the one hand, so much of it seems impossibly fractured and disassociated, and, on the other, there has been so little certainty about what the notion of 'music history' might entail under the critiques of post-modernism? One of the most productive ways forward is to pursue case studies involving single composers whose music reflects several aspects of recent activity. This enables the discussion of broad issues in a relatively focussed way whilst avoiding the pitfalls of traditional narrative histories and the centrifugal tendencies of the relativistic approach that some have called for. The music of the English-born (1943) and Australia-domiciled composer Roger Smalley is ideal material for such a study, because of his involvement with and response to an unusually large number of the myriad concerns and practices of post-1950s composition, including post-serial constructivism; parody; electro-acoustic composition and the electronic modification of conventionally-produced sound; Moment Form; aleatorism; minimalism; the use of non-Western resources (Aboriginal and South-East Asian sonorities); neo-Romanticism; and, arguably, the 'new classicism', as well as a brief flirtation with rock music in the late '60s. Employing an interview with the composer as a kind of cantus firmus, the book - the first extended single-author study of Smalley's music to be published - incorporates critical commentary on the composer's major works in a chronological narrative that engages with broad issues of central relevance to Smalley's generation, such as the process of learning the craft of composition in the early '60s; the motivation behind the adoption of certain technical and aesthetic positions; the effects on technical and aesthetic orientation of both the changing relationships between composer, performer, and audience and technological change; and the distinction betwe

How does one go about writing the history of musical composition in the late twentieth century when, on the one hand, so much of it seems impossibly fractured and disassociated, and, on the other, there has been so little certainty about what the notion of 'music history' might entail under the critiques of post-modernism? One of the most productive ways forward is to pursue case studies involving single composers whose music reflects several aspects of recent activity. This enables the discussion of broad issues in a relatively focussed way whilst avoiding the pitfalls of traditional narrative histories and the centrifugal tendencies of the relativistic approach that some have called for. The music of the English-born (1943) and Australia-domiciled composer Roger Smalley is ideal material for such a study, because of his involvement with and response to an unusually large number of the myriad concerns and practices of post-1950s composition, including post-serial constructivism; parody; electro-acoustic composition and the electronic modification of conventionally-produced sound; Moment Form; aleatorism; minimalism; the use of non-Western resources (Aboriginal and South-East Asian sonorities); neo-Romanticism; and, arguably, the 'new classicism', as well as a brief flirtation with rock music in the late '60s. Employing an interview with the composer as a kind of cantus firmus, the book - the first extended single-author study of Smalley's music to be published - incorporates critical commentary on the composer's major works in a chronological narrative that engages with broad issues of central relevance to Smalley's generation, such as the process of learning the craft of composition in the early '60s; the motivation behind the adoption of certain technical and aesthetic positions; the effects on technical and aesthetic orientation of both the changing relationships between composer, performer, and audience and technological change; and the distinction betwe

This prize-winning Ph.D. thesis by Chris Harrison adopts a multi-faceted approach to address the lack of decisive observational evidence, utilising large observational data sets from several world-leading telescopes. Developing several novel observational techniques, Harrison demonstrated that energetic winds driven by Active Galactic Nuclei (AGN) are found in a large number of galaxies, with properties in agreement with model predictions. One of the key unsolved problems in astrophysics is understanding the influence of AGN, the sites of growing supermassive black holes, on the evolution of galaxies. Leading theoretical models predict that AGN drive energetic winds into galaxies, regulating the formation of stars. However, until now, we have lacked the decisive observational evidence to confirm or refute these key predictions. Careful selection of targets allowed Harrison, to reliably place these detailed observations into the context of the overall galaxy population. However, in disagreement with the model predictions, Harrison showed that AGN have little global effect on star formation in galaxies. Theoretical models are now left with the challenge of explaining these results.

This prize-winning Ph.D. thesis by Chris Harrison adopts a multi-faceted approach to address the lack of decisive observational evidence, utilising large observational data sets from several world-leading telescopes. Developing several novel observational techniques, Harrison demonstrated that energetic winds driven by Active Galactic Nuclei (AGN) are found in a large number of galaxies, with properties in agreement with model predictions. One of the key unsolved problems in astrophysics is understanding the influence of AGN, the sites of growing supermassive black holes, on the evolution of galaxies. Leading theoretical models predict that AGN drive energetic winds into galaxies, regulating the formation of stars. However, until now, we have lacked the decisive observational evidence to confirm or refute these key predictions. Careful selection of targets allowed Harrison, to reliably place these detailed observations into the context of the overall galaxy population. However, in disagreement with the model predictions, Harrison showed that AGN have little global effect on star formation in galaxies. Theoretical models are now left with the challenge of explaining these results.

This is an exciting new diving guide covering dive sites in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Explore the wreck of the E39 submarine off Pembrokeshire or the stunning Cathedral Rock off St Abbs to the Unknown Coaster in Portland Harbour. In this title, 100 dives are described in detail from easy shore dives to more demanding boat dives. Dive locations are fully illustrated with specially commissioned maps and diagrams together with full colour photography throughout. All dives are above 18m and suitable for all levels of experience from novice to technical diver. The United Kingdom has some of the best diving available in Europe offering a mixture of scenic reef dives and spectacular wrecks. Wherever you are in the United Kingdom you are only a short distance away from one of these spectacular dives.

This collection provides an in-depth look at musical criticism between the mid-nineteenth and the mid-twentieth century. British music between the mid-nineteenth and the mid-twentieth century reflected changes and developments in society, education, philosophy, aesthetics, politics and the upheaval of wars, often signifying a distinctively British national history. All of these changes informed the published work of contemporary music critics. This collection provides an in-depth look at musical criticism during this period. It focusses on major figures such as Grove,Parry, Shaw, Dent, Newman, Heseltine, Vaughan Williams, Dyson, Lambert and Keller, yet does not neglect less influential but nevertheless significant critics. Sometimes a seminal work forms the subject of investigation; in otherchapters, a writer's particular stance is highlighted. Further contributions closely analyse the now famous polemics by Shaw, Heseltine and Lambert. The book covers a range of themes from the historical, scientific and philosophical to matters of repertoire, taste, interdisciplinary influence, musical democratisation and analysis. It will be of interest to scholars and students of nineteenth- and early twentieth-century British music and music in Britain as well as to music enthusiasts attracted to standard works of popular music criticism. JEREMY DIBBLE is Professor of Music at Durham University. JULIAN HORTON is Professor of Music at Durham University. Contributors: KAREN ARRANDALE, SEAMAS DE BARRA, PHILIP ROSS BULLOCK, JONATHAN CLINCH, SARAH COLLINS, JEREMY DIBBLE, JULIAN HORTON, PETER HORTON, CHRISTOPHER MARK, AIDAN J. THOMSON, PAUL WATT, HARRY WHITE, BENNETT ZON, PATRICKZUK

The book provides an interpretation which shows that Solomon's Song is not eulogising human love but expressing the great king's love for his beloved Lord. In making available to mankind his innermost yearnings, Solomon reveals that though he had enjoyed many deeply mystical experiences of the inner world of Spirit, the ultimate union had proven beyond his grasp in that lifetime.

This work is an interpretation of John Bunyan's epic book 'The Pilgrim's Progress' as the path every wayfaring man must one day journey along to reach his Celestial Home.

Exodus is not what it appears to be. It is not a history of a race of people escaping from a country called Egypt and searching for a physical country described as the Promised Land. It about the soul of you and me yearning to be liberated from its material mind-set and bodily prison. It is OUR story!

The world-renowned underwater archaeologist, Dr. Philip Elderidge addressed the press conference in New York City concerning his findings at the Island of Mangaia in the South Pacific. His discovery revealed primeval man existed on our planet in a form more sophisticated than academic beliefs previously supported. Either anthropology's dating methods were askew or his firmly held evolutionist theories were incorrect. Through the discovered writings; the quest set in motion during ancient times disclosed a powerful evil that threatens mankind's existence today. In that ancient time: a village mystic sends the sole survivor; a boy who becomes a man, on a quest to find the warrior capable of defeating the supernatural forces holding his world captive. The journey becomes a trial of life and death as he faces giants, gargoyles, imps and demonic creatures attempting to stop him. The fate of many rests in the journey of one. Will the discovery be made in time to save mankind? As the ancient world and ours parallel in... The Mythamohre.

17,000 miles of hitchhiking, 28 countries, 6 continents, 2 years of traveling, 1 courageous nomad Chris Farrell redefines the word "adventure" with his travels. He has Asperger's yet has lived on farms in New Zealand, built schools in the Dominican Republic, trekked in Ethiopia, sipped tea in Turkey, and bush camped in Australia, just to name a few of his otherworldly experiences. His condition has never hindered him nor prevented him from seeing the world from his own little world. Fancy feeding hyenas in Harar? Hitchhiking in a country that doesn't really exist? Jumping out of an airplane high above New Zealand? Being stuck on an exotic island? Being chased by prostitutes in Central America? Gazing in awe at an icecap that stretches across the horizon? It's all here Welcome to Chris' world

Squirt the Spotty Elephant Collection: The trilogy of adventures of Squirt the Spotty Elephant is here, this book includes the adventures of Squirt so far including Squirts Lost Her Spots, Squirt and the Polar Bears and the brand new Squirt and the Island Treasure. Squirts Lost Her Spots: The first Squirt adventure finds Squirt going on an adventure as she tries to find all of her spots, Squirt likes to look different so one morning when she wakes up and all her spots are gone she does everything she can to get them back. Squirt and the Polar Bears: The second Squirt adventure takes place in the snow, Squirt finds a mysterious number and wants to find out what is means, so Squirt and her friends Burt and Peanut go on an adventure to discover who is drawing the mysterious numbers. Squirt and the Island Treasure: The third Squirt adventure sees Squirt and her friends playing in the sand on a hot summers day, whilst playing Squirt sees a boat in the sea, she then finds herself on her way to a desert island where she finds an old treasure map which leads her on a journey around the island. You can also Buy these Books seperately on amazon if you prefer. other books by this author available on amazon are: Animals, Animals: Count to Ten and for older readers you can check out The Distant Glimmer a fantasy novel.

Contrary to popular belief, the Revelation of St. John the Divine is not a prophesy of various apocalyptic events about to strike mankind but a sublime treatise on the inner path to God written by one of Christendoms greatest mystics. Surely anyone reading this work of St. John with an open mind will be transformed by the time they reach the last page.

Jesus was the Master of his day. Like all the Enlightened Ones of all ages throughout history he taught a definitive 'Way' to God: the Inner Way. He taught that, irrespective of any superficial differences of race, culture, religion and gender, we are all divine offspring of God and the ultimate purpose of human life is to re-unite with the Source that gave birth to us before the world began.

This book explains the great truths hidden within many of the biblical stories we learned as children. Through tales such as Adam & Eve, Cain & Abel, Joseph's coat of many colours, David & Goliath, Noah's Ark and many others are traditionally taken at face value, they are in fact spiritual allegories containing the ancient wisdom of the prophets, a wisdom even more important to society today than it was when these tales were first related over 2000 years ago.

As soon one of God's children begins earnestly to seek Him, the Path opens before that devotee in a most mysterious and divine way. As if from nowhere, the most appropriate information and people begin to manifest before him and lead him to the goal he so desires. This has been the experience of every sincere seeker throughout all time and many there are who will attest to this Truth.

This textbook offers a concise introduction to key concepts in the study of meaning and interpretation taken from linguistics, philosophy and the law. A range of actual cases that involve ordinary words, commonsense categories and problems of classification are explored and clearly explained for readers who want to learn more but lack the legal background.
"Word Meaning and Legal Interpretation"
- provides a strong sense of the texture of legal problems
- includes detailed summaries and analyses of cases from common law jurisdictions
- equips the reader for more advanced studies in language and the law, legal theory and legal interpretation
This is an ideal primer for language and law, forensic linguistics and applied linguistics students who wish to explore this fascinating field.