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Originating from a series of papers written by Prof. Noh Tae-don
over two decades of research, Korea's Ancient Koguryo Kingdom: A
Socio-Political History concentrates on the political and social
aspects of what was the largest of the Proto-Korean nation-states
(37 BCE to 668 CE) that finally succumbed to subversion and
invasion thirteen centuries ago. Its legendary origins are dealt
with from the standpoint of their long-term political implications,
as are its social institutions such as levirate marriage. Explored
in detail are the convoluted diplomatic, military, and commercial
relations with various Chinese dynasties as well as Japan, and the
shifting powers in Manchuria, Mongolia, and Central Asia. In
addition, perhaps for the first time anywhere, the Koguryo national
and provincial administrative structures are described as they
evolved over the seven centuries of the nation's existence.
Exhaustive documentation is provided throughout. As a landmark
study of the Koguryo kingdom, this work will be of considerable
value to students of Northeast Asian history in general and of
Korean history in particular.
Planet of the Apes (1968)
Charlton Heston and Roddy McDowall star in this legendary science fiction masterpiece. Astronaut Taylor (Heston) crash lands on a distant planet ruled by apes who use a primitive race of humans for experimentation and sport. Soon Taylor finds himself among the hunted, his life in the hands of a benevolent chimpanzee scientist (McDowall).
Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970)
In the acclaimed sequel to Planet of the Apes, another astronaut (James Franciscus) crashes through the time barrier searching for the missing Taylor. The daring rescue leads to a subterranean city where mutant humans, who practice mind control, worship a weapon capable of destroying the entire planet. Both an action-oriented science-fiction adventure and a wry commentary on today's world, it's imaginative entertainment for fantasy buffs of all ages.
Escape From the Planet of the Apes (1971)
Roddy McDowall and Kim Hunter reprise their roles from the original Planet of the Apes in this third chapter of the Apes saga. Two intelligent simians from the future, Cornelius (McDowall) and Zire (Hunter) travel to present-day Earth. They become instant sensations, wined and dined and treated like celebrities--until a high-level plot forces them to run for their lives.
Conquest of the Planet of the Apes (1972)
Colourful, futuristic sets, a relentless pace and an action-packed climax highlight the fourth episode of the legendary Apes saga, starring Roddy McDowall and Ricardo Montalban. The time is the near future. Apes have supplanted dogs and cats as household pets, and replaced servants as personal assistants--until their continual mistreatment provokes one advanced ape from the future, Caesar (McDowall), to lead a spectacular revolt. It's thrilling science fiction that offers both a serious message and stirring entertainment.
Battle for the Planet of the Apes (1973)
Roddy McDowall and Claude Akins star in the fifth chapter of the legendary Apes saga. Set in 2670 A.D., an idyllic society of man and ape is threatened by both a militant gorilla (Akins) and a tribe of still-intelligent mutant humans. Finally, simmering tensions dividing the primates erupt in an apocalyptic climax. When the smoke clears, the carnage is everywhere, but there is hope for a new beginning for man and ape. Co-starring John Huston, Paul Williams, and Lew Ayres.
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The Visitor (Blu-ray disc)
Glenn Ford, Lance Henriksen, Sam Peckinpah, Paige Conner, John Huston, …
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Sci-fi horror which revolves around a young girl named Katy (Paige
Conner) and the war fought over her by supernatural forces. Katy
and her telekinetic powers are highly sought after by a global
conspiracy who want to take over the world, and by the
intergalactic warrior 'The Visitor', who possesses the same powers
and knows they should be used for the good of mankind. Both sides
are concerned with carrying Katy's genes forward as they grapple
with the fate of their universe, battling through multiple
dimensions across space.
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Annie (Special Edition) (DVD)
John Huston; Starring Albert Finney, Carol Burnett, Bernadette Peters, Tim Curry, …
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R227
Discovery Miles 2 270
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John Huston directed this screen version of the Broadway musical
based on the long-running comic strip 'Little Orphan Annie'. Annie
(Aileen Quinn) lives a miserable life in an orphanage run by the
cruel Miss Hannigan (Carol Burnett). A chance of escape and
happiness comes Annie's way when she meets billionaire 'Daddy'
Warbucks (Albert Finney), but Hannigan and her colleagues soon
conspire to get Annie back.
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