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The Planters of Colonial Virginia
In 'The Planters of Colonial Virginia' by Thomas J. Wertenbaker, the reader is taken on a fascinating journey through the lives of early Virginia planters and their impact on the development of the colony. Wertenbaker provides a detailed account of their struggles, triumphs, and the complex social and economic structures they navigated. The book is meticulously researched and written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in American colonial history. The author skillfully places the planters within the broader historical context of colonial America, shedding light on their significance in shaping the region's identity. Wertenbaker's work stands as a valuable contribution to the study of early American history, offering fresh insights into the lives of these pivotal figures.
Reel Music
Reel Music, revised for a new generation of movie lovers, tells the story of film music through iconic scenes. The Second Edition features more in-depth exploration of international films--from classics like Seven Samurai to more recent works like Run Lola Run--as well as new suggestions for activities and classroom discussion, and even more Viewer Guides, which show how film music functions moment-by-moment.
The Cambridge Companion to Haydn
This Companion provides an accessible and up-to-date introduction to the musical work and cultural world of Joseph Haydn. Readers will gain an understanding of the changing social, cultural, and political spheres in which Haydn studied, worked, and nurtured his creative talent. Distinguished contributors provide chapters on Haydn and his contemporaries, his working environments in Eisenstadt and Eszterháza, and humor and exoticism in Haydn's oeuvre. Chapters on the reception of his music explore keyboard performance practices, Haydn's posthumous reputation, sound recordings and images of his symphonies. The book also surveys the major genres in which Haydn wrote, including symphonies, string quartets, keyboard sonatas and trios, sacred music, miscellaneous vocal genres, and operas composed for Eszterháza and London.
