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Superbly illustrated, with paintings drawn from national and international sources, both private and public, this is one of the most important studies of maritime paintings yet produced, setting as it does the life and work of oneof Britain's greatest maritime artists alongside those who inspired him and were, in turn, inspired. It is a book that collectors and those with a passion for maritime art will find of great interest. Appendices to the work include alist of public collections holding works by Charles Dixon, works exhibited at the Royal Academy, works exhibited at the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, and works exhibited at the Walker Gallery
This is a two-act play by George Bernard Shaw. The setting is the English court during the reign of Charles II of England. The play revolves around the views of King Charles II, Isaac Newton, George Fox, and Godfrey Kneller on different subjects. This play focuses on issues concerning nature, science, power, and leadership.
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This book celebrates a legacy that has now thrived for more than eighty years and continues to influence new generations of artists and filmmakers. Through interviews with contemporary animators who recall tracing the characters in their childhood Disney Golden Books, paintings by artists who influenced and inspired the Disney Golden Book illustrations, and a generous complement of Golden Book artwork-much of which was thought to have been lost until very recently-the rich tradition of the series is explored in this vibrant volume.
In her new religious drama Endurance, tenured author Veronica Grayson unveils the true challenges of leading a God-driven lifestyle, showing that not all believers' lives are a walk in the park. Kathy's marriage seems like a dream come true until her husband reveals his dreadful secret. Unbeknownst to either of them, his secret has a secret of its own. This sassy satire will keep you fighting for the truth and searching for answers of life-changing questions. As struggles intensify, so do the questions: Can Kathy ever forgive him? Can she trust her Heavenly Father again? Why would these things happen to such a good person? Is she built to stand the storm? Readers of any age will enjoy this contemporary tale that begs the need to find within oneself Endurance.
This special issue of Shaw offers ten articles that focus on the theme of "Shaw and History." That focus illuminates Shaw's concept of history as art and its uses for dramatic purposes. It is a focus that is broadly applied to the historical perspective. Views range from Shaw's uses of historical sources in the Shavianizing of history, his uses of historical, geographical, and political places and events in his work, to views that place selected Shavian works within a historical context. Stanley Weintraub discusses Shaw's references to Cetewayo, Zulu chieftain, in Cashel Byron's Profession as the first incorporation of a contemporary historical figure into his work. John Allett explores the ...
This updated edition (first was 1979) explores the areas of intellectual evaluation, achievement, personality, and organic brain dysfunction in the latest revisions of commonly used tests, including the MMPI, WAIS, 16 PF, The Alternate Tests of Intellectual Performance, and others. Annotation copyri
In this fascinating and detailed profile, Benn paints a vivid picture of life in the Tang Dynasty (618-907), traditionally regarded as the golden age of China. 40 line illustrations.
This book presents the current state of Maya archaeology by focusing on the history of the field for the last 100 years, present day research, and forward looking prescription for the direction of the field.