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Like Love is a momentous, raucous collection of essays drawn from twenty years of Maggie Nelson's brilliant work. These profiles, reviews, remembrances, tributes, and critical essays, as well as several conversations with friends and idols, bring to life Nelson's passion for dialogue and dissent. The range of subjects is wide—from Prince to Carolee Schneemann to Matthew Barney to Lhasa de Sela to Kara Walker—but certain themes recur.

Go behind-the-scenes with Duane "Dog" Chapman, star of the hit reality show Dog the Bounty Hunter and two-time New York Times bestselling author, as he shares new stories about his faith in Jesus, family, and the discovery of God's grace at work throughout his life.

Since its original publication in 1973, Uta Hagen's Respect for Acting has remained a durable classic for all students of acting. As an acting instructor at the Herbert Berghof Studio, Hagen helped to develop the talents of world-class actors like Robert DeNiro, Matthew Broderick, Gene Wilder, Amanda Peet, Austin Pendleton, Whoopi Goldberg, and more. This updated edition illuminates Hagen's original text with a new foreword written by Katie Finneran, retaining the David Hyde Pierce foreword, along with added background on HB Studio.

Speaking out for the first time, and in unforgettable detail, about the traumatic events of August 12, 2022, Salman Rushdie answers violence with art, and reminds us of the power of words to make sense of the unthinkable. Knife is a gripping, intimate, and ultimately life-affirming meditation on life, loss, love, art - and finding the strength to stand up again.

Survivor on Set: The Aftermath of Sexual Abuse Book 1: Survivors Have Special Needs: On Set is a brief but detailed non-fiction manual to help Film & TV producers, cast & crew get a better understanding of what its like to be a sexual abuse survivor on set & provides helpful tips & suggestions on things you can do to help create a more supportive safe space for your actors who may struggle with what we call survivor moments when everyone else is okay. We have quotes from anonymous, anonymous actress & anonymous actor speaking from real life experience.

Barbra Streisand has been called the “most successful...talented performer of her generation” by Vanity Fair, and her voice, said pianist Glenn Gould, is “one of the natural wonders of the age.” Streisand scaled the heights of entertainment—from a popular vocalist to a first-rank Broadway star in Funny Girl to an Oscar-winning actress to a producer and director. But she has also become a cultural icon who has transcended show business.

Go back to the time of VCRs, DVD rentals, and movies that mattered. Turn off your streaming services, put down your phones, delete your Twitter account, and take a look back at the nineties with your Eyes Wide Shut, a White Russian in your hand, and yell “Hasta la vista, baby” to today's meaningless entertainment. Revel in the risk-taking brilliance of Quentin Tarantino, Amy Heckerling, Spike Lee, Robert Altman, Paul Thomas Anderson, and others in Scott Ryan's magnum opus, The Last Decade of Cinema.

The epic, rollicking, up-and-down life of Muddy Waters—who went from Mississippi farmhand to musical legend, invented electric blues, and created the template for the rock-and-roll band and its wild lifestyle—is chronicled with rare vividness in Robert Gordon’s widely praised biography.

The Beloved Vision links the music history of this singular epoch to the ideas that lay behind Romanticism in all its manifestations. In this account, we come to understand the phase in music history that has become the mainstay of the twentieth and twenty-first century concert and operatic repertoire.

This book examines human group dynamics and how it manifests in the Steven Spielberg film, "Schindler's List." In particular it examines the cultural and historical forces in Germany that produced events in the World War II era.

KingStargazed contemplates his past, his present, and his lack of a future through prose and digital visuals.

From Crimea with Love documents the mishaps, blunders, incompetence and downright corruption that made Sharpe’s Rifles go down in British television folklore for its unique tales of hardship. Follow the cast through intense depravation and constant catastrophe until they become every bit the jaded, battle-hardened soldiers we saw on screen. Jason brings you an eye-opening, jaw-dropping insider’s account of one of the best-loved shows ever made.

Once again, the legendary comedy duo unearth six vitally important subjects... and then tit about about them. From surviving on a desert island to being eaten by a cardboard crocodile, Dawn and Jennifer will entertain, inform and thoroughly tit about for your pleasure. (Batteries not included.)

Ready to advance to ballet’s signature skill safely and successfully? Every ballet dancer, regardless of age, dreams of their first pair of pointe shoes! Pointe Work - Ten Reasons Why and When, the second book in the Garage Ballet™ series, gives you the knowledge and skills necessary to master pointe work, , including exercises to strengthen the feet and ankles, a guide to correct technique, and insider tips to make the transition to pointe as smooth as possible. Readers will benefit from a short discussion of the history of pointe, detailed at-home exercises, tips on correct technique ...

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Everybody knows that Christopher Columbus discovered pineapples and took them back to Europe, but he was NOT responsible for putting the on pizzas. Factoids, or interesting snippets of information, are a great way to learn something new while being entertained. They provide a brief and engaging glimpse into a variety of topics, ranging from science and history to pop culture and trivia. Here are some reasons why factoids are fun things to read: Firstly, factoids are often surprising or counterintuitive. They challenge our preconceived notions and make us think about things in a new way. For...

Dubai: The City of Tomorrow - Unveiling the Jewel of the Desert In the heart of the Arabian Desert blooms a city that defies the ordinary, a place where the boundaries of innovation, luxury, and culture blur—Dubai. "Dubai: The City of Tomorrow" is a captivating journey through the soul of a city that has become a symbol of human ambition and ingenuity. From the towering heights of the Burj Khalifa to the serene expanse of the desert dunes, this book offers an unprecedented exploration of Dubai’s most extraordinary facets. Transformative Journey: Dive into the heart of Dubai's ...

Unveil the timeless artistry of leather belt crafting with "The Belt Maker's Guide," your ultimate e-tome to mastering the juxtaposition of durability and style in the age-old tradition of belt making. Whether you're an enthusiast delving into the realm of leathercraft or a seasoned artisan seeking to refine your skills, this comprehensive guide is your gateway to a deeper understanding and appreciation of leather belts as both a functional accessory and a fashion statement. Embark on a historical expedition exploring the evolution of leather belts from their utilitarian origins to their ...

WALLET PHONE CASES ARE HOT! The monthly searches for the keyword “wallet phone case” has 30 000 searches/month on Etsy, even more than the keywords “wallet men” or “wallet women”. Why are wallet cases selling that much? • Everyone has a phone and needs a case, right? • It’s far more useful and convenient than the usual phone cases. • You can store your cash and credit cards easily. People are looking for those wallet cases and you are going to help them by creating your own print on demand business selling YOUR custom designed wallet phone cases. I will also suggest a ...

Dive into the fascinating world of closure and chic with "Mastering the Clasp" – your ultimate guide to the enduring legacy and boundless innovation of the humble buckle. Unleashed is a treasure trove of knowledge that will rivet both the fashion savvy and the artisan craftspeople to the edge of their seats. Are you enmeshed in the finesse of haute couture? Enthralled by the sturdy reliability of high-performance gear? Or perhaps you're entranced by the intricate dance of form with function? No matter your inclination, buckle up for an enlightening journey through the evolution, design, ...