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Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Technical Manual
Filled with hundreds of schematic diagrams and illustrations, a guide to Star Trek: Deep Space Nine technology includes eight bonus blueprints to the station that highlight vital areas. Original.Read more
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Victorian Fashions: A Complete Lady’s Wardrobe (Dover Fashion and Costumes)
Rich selection of scaled dressmaker’s patterns from the popular late 19th-century magazine The Voice of Fashion details 50 garments for women, from handsome daytime and evening dresses to casual tennis outfits, a riding habit, and undergarments. Of practical use for costume designers and students of fashion; will also delight browsers. 498 illustrations.Read more
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Christopher Walken A to Z: The Man – The Movies – The Legend
Is Christopher Walken from Mars? He must be. How else can you explain his incredible range of talents and experiences? He has worked as a lion tamer, he has danced in music videos for Madonna, Duran Duran, and Fatboy Slim, and he has appeared in 100+ films for some of Hollywood’s hottest directors, including Quentin Tarantino, Steven Spielberg, Woody Allen, David Cronenberg, and Tim Burton. He is the most popular guest host in the history of “Saturday Night Live”. He is the only actor to play a Bond villain and a Batman villain. He was handed his high school diploma by Gypsy Rose Lee. He was on a houseboat with Natalie Wood on the night she mysteriously drowned. He has appeared in some of the worst films of all time – everything from “Kangaroo Jack” to “Mousehunt to Gigli” – and yet his popularity never wanes.No wonder Christopher Walken has attracted an enormous cult following. Now his fans can learn about the wide world of Walken in Christopher Walken A to Z, the first-ever biography of the most fascinating man in show business, arranged in a fun, breezy A-to-Z format. With entries on everything from Actors Studio (the famous theatre workshop where Walken worked as a janitor) to zombie movies (one of his favourite movie genres), “Christopher Walken A to Z” is a trippy salute to the world’s most endearing and enduring celebrity.Read more
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RHS A Nation in Bloom: Celebrating the People, Plants & Places of the Royal Horticultural Society: Celebrating the People, Plants and Places of the Royal Horticultural Society
The RHS is the world’s largest gardening charity but what it does and why is little understood and rarely celebrated. From defining new gardening trends at the Chelsea Flower Show, to ranking the best dahlias to grow at the Wisley trial grounds, to inspiring communities with Britain in Bloom, educating children to grow and eat their veg through the Campaign for School Gardening, the RHS works tirelessly to improve the gardener’s lot.
With the use of evocative archive images and contemporary photos by award-winning Jason Ingram, this beautiful book explores the past, present and future of this most influential organisation by listening to the voices of those working today. From the thousands of volunteers in the society’s five unique gardens (Wisley in Surrey, Rosemoor in Devon, Hyde Hall in Essex, Harlow Carr in Yorkshire and new addition Bridgewater in Salford), to the one million visitors to its inspirational flower shows (including Chelsea, Hampton Court, Tatton Park, Cardiff, Wisley and Chatsworth); the society gives meaning to more than 475,000 members, millions of television viewers and visitors from around the world.
The RHS is the best of gardening, and this book presents the best of the RHS. Behind the scenes, access all areas, this book will give lasting pleasure to anyone who enjoys their garden.
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Star Wars Mazes: Find Your Way Through a Galaxy Far, Far Away
This one-of-a-kind maze book set in a galaxy far, far away is a fun, interactive way to explore the Star WarsTM universe.Expert maze creator and lifelong Star Wars fan Sean C. Jackson brings the saga to life through more than 30 beautifully illustrated mazes of iconic scenes and locations ranging from the forest moon of Endor to Bespin’s Cloud City, the dark side planet of Exegol, Jabba’s palace, pod races, clone armies, and much more. Each full-color maze includes notes about the environment and special bonus elements to find hidden along the way.
Star Wars fans of all ages will enjoy racing through the corridors of the Death Star, scavenging inside a fallen star destroyer on Jakku, searching the rocky cliffs of Ahch-To, and much more.
• EXPLORE A GALAXY FAR, FAR AWAY: Immerse yourself in a brand new way when you explore your favorite Star Wars locations via exciting mazes.
• ACCOMPLISH MISSIONS WITH EACH MAZE: Each of the dozens of unique mazes comes with its own mission that’s accomplished by finishing the maze, such as “Return to the base to escort the last transport off planet,” “Take the smuggler Han Solo back to your ship,” and “Locate Jedi Master Yoda in the mysterious swamp.”
• EXTRA, FINDABLE ITEMS IN EACH MAZE: In addition to the maze itself, each includes other game activities or elements to find.
• BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED AND REPLAYABLE: The gorgeously detailed full color mazes may be solved by pen or pencil, but using a non-writing item to follow the paths leaves the book ready to replay.© & TM LUCASFILM LTD. Used Under Authorization.
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The Coiled Serpent: ‘So inventive that it makes other writing seem uncourageous’
A little girl throws up Gloria-Jean’s teeth after an explosion at the custard factory; Pax, Alexander, and Angelo are hypnotically enthralled by a book that promises them enlightenment if they keep their semen inside their bodies; Victoria is sent to a cursed hotel for ailing girls when her period mysteriously stops. In a damp, putrid spa, the exploitative drudgery of work sparks revolt; in a Margate museum, the new Director curates a venomous garden for public consumption.
In Grudova’s unforgettably surreal style, these stories expose the absurdities behind contemporary ideas of
work, Britishness and art-making, to conjure a singular, startling strangeness that proves the deft skill of a writer
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Brilliant Maps: An Atlas for Curious Minds
WITH A FOREWORD BY TIM HARFORD
See the world anew with this unique and beautifully designed infographic atlasWhich nations have North Korean embassies?
Which region has the highest number of death metal bands per capita?
How many countries have bigger economies than California?
Who drives on the ‘wrong’ side of the road?
And where can you find lions in the wild?Revelatory, thought-provoking and fun, Brilliant Maps is a unique atlas of culture, history, politics and miscellanea, compiled by the editor of the iconic Brilliant Maps website. As visually arresting as Information is Beautiful and as full of surprising facts and figures as any encyclopaedia, Brilliant Maps is a stunning piece of cartography that maps our curious and varied planet.
For graphic design enthusiasts, compulsive Wikipedia readers and those looking for the sort of gift they buy for someone else and wind up keeping for themselves, this book will change the way you see the world and your place in it.
‘Thoughtful, fun and beautifully illustrated guide to our constantly surprising planet… terrifically interesting stuff’ Big Issue
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Adult Jigsaw Louis Comfort Tiffany: Displaying Peacock: 1000 piece jigsaw (1000-piece jigsaws) (1000-piece Jigsaw Puzzles)
Part of an exciting series of sturdy, square-box 1000-piece jigsaw puzzles from Flame Tree, featuring powerful and popular works of art. This jigsaw will satisfy your need for a challenge, featuring Louis Comfort Tiffany’s Peacock (stained glass), 19th century. This 1000 piece jigsaw is intended for adults and children over 13 years. Not suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts. Finished Jigsaw size 735 x 510mm/29 x 20 ins. Now includes an A4 poster for reference.
Louis Comfort Tiffany was an American artist and designer who worked in the decorative arts. Throughout his career he forged a unique style that combined excellent craftsmanship with a love of nature forms and brilliant colour. Though he worked with a multitude of mediums, he is best known for his work in stained glass. This beautiful design pairs Tiffany’s most famous medium with his favourite motif: the peacock. Peacock feathers featured countless times in both his personal life and his professional career. Renowned for their beauty, peacocks have both religious and secular appeal, making them the ideal design motif for Tiffany’s ecclesiastical commissions.
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Trinity College London: Violin Scales, Arpeggios & Studies Initial-Grade 8 from 2016
Contains all the scales, arpeggios and studies required for Trinity College London’s violin exams for Initial to Grade 8, valid from 2016. Newly commissioned studies are also included for Grades 1-5 which may be used as an alternative to scales and arpeggios.Read more
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Flute & Jazz Flute Scales & Arpeggios from 2015: Grades 1 – 8 (Woodwind Exam Repertoire)
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Introducing Drum Kit part 1 (Trinity College London): Drum Teaching Material
Taking drummers through the early steps of learning drum kit notation, this book is the ideal introduction to drumming for beginners. Through a series of engaging and practical playalong pieces, exercises and teacher student duets, each element is progressively introduced, with handy tips and ‘Did you know?’ boxes throughout to illustrate and strengthen concepts – great preparation for Trinity College London Drum Kit or Rock & Pop Drums exams. Downloadable audio (demo and playalong tracks) is included.Read more
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Trinity College London Recorder Scales, Arpeggios & Exercises Initial Grade to Grade 8 from 2017
This item contains all the scales, arpeggios and exercises required for Trinity College London’s recorder exams for Initial to Grade 8, valid from 2017. Newly commissioned exercises are also included which may be used as an alternative to scales and arpeggios.Read more
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Hauntings: A Book of Ghosts and Where to Find Them Across 25 Eerie British Locations
‘ Haunted is a wonderful book: part history, part rumination on life, and, of course a haunting book about ghosts …. beautifully written, fascinating, deeply moving and thought-provoking.’ – James Holland
‘A proper page-turner …. A fascinating tangle of witches and mermaids, drowned fishers and dead warriors, ghostly planes and spectral horses .’ – Christopher Somerville, author of Ships of Heaven
‘One of the most enjoyable books on the paranormal I’ve read. Neil Oliver creates a bucket list of places to visit, perfect for both paranormal investigators and history buffs alike.’ – Nick Tyler, author of Haunted Yorkshire
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..For longer than recorded history there have been tales of spirits and of places where our hackles rise and our skin turns cold.
Bestselling historian Neil Oliver travels the British Isles on a deliciously spine-chilling tour that spans several centuries and explores more than 20 sites – castles, vicarages and towers, lonely shorelines and forgotten battlefields – to unpick their stories..
Oliver invokes his family’s history alongside that of kings and queens past as he probes why our emotions and senses are heightened in certain locations where the separation between dimensions seems gossamer thin. Our landscape is riven with these places, creaking from the weight of the secrets they hold, the echoes of tragedy and dark deeds . From Inverness to Devon, Co Dublin to Norfolk, Hauntings casts an enjoyably eerie glow with stories that, told generation after generation, are inextricable from place – and considers why they matter.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….‘Oliver is an evocative storyteller, vividly bringing his tales to life’ BBC History Magazine
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Women: A Pictorial Archive from Nineteenth-century Sources (Dover Pictorial Archive)
Lush allegorical ladies, Grecian maids and Victorian maidens, Indians, Japanese, dancers, housewives, courtesans; women dancing, smiling, working, weeping, flirting ― an unusually rich sourcebook of feminine poses and activities, costumes, clothing, everyday life, etc. 488 illustrations.Read more
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Arts and Crafts Designs CD-ROM and Book (Dover Electronic Clip Art)
Striking collection of designs, rendered from textile and wallpaper motifs, vases, and other authentic sources, includes images of lovely florals once etched into glassware and pitchers, garlands of flowers in square and circular configurations, wildlife that adorned decorative bowls and platters, and much more. A convenient source of superb illustrations. 231 black-and-white illustrations.Read more
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Johanna’s Christmas: A Festive Colouring Book
From the international bestselling illustrator and Queen of Colouring Johanna Basford comes a beautiful celebration of all things festive to colour, complete and embellish. Includes perforated and pull-out art prints, ideal for framing or giving as festive greetings.
‘The colourists have a queen, and her name is Johanna Basford’ — New York Magazine
‘Consider trading in your yoga mat for a set of markers and peruse the gorgeous gardens of Basford’s imagination’ — The Huffington Post*******************************************************************************************
Delicate tangles of holly and ivy, bauble-laden Christmas trees and mountains of exquisitely wrapped gifts are all waiting to be brought to life in this collection of pull-out prints from ink evangelist Johanna Basford. From flurries of delicate snowflakes to deliciously decorated gingerbread houses and reindeer-led sleighs, Johanna’s Christmas is a celebration of this wonderful holiday season that invites you to pick up your pens and pencils to colour, complete or embellish each of the festive artworks.Hidden in this book are a flock of elusive little robins – can you spot them all?
For this fun and festive colouring book Johanna has picked a crisp ivory paper that accentuates and compliments your chosen colour palette. The smooth, untextured pages allows for beautiful blending or gradient techniques with coloured pencils, or are perfect for pens, allowing the nib to glide evenly over the surface without feathering.
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The Complete Lyrics: 1978–2022
The complete lyrics from cultural icon and bestselling author Nick Cave, spanning his entire career to date, with a new foreword by Andrew O’Hagan
From Nick Cave’s writing for The Birthday Party, through highly acclaimed albums like Murder Ballads, Henry’s Dream, DIG, LAZARUS, DIG!!! and Ghosteen, this is a must-have book for all fans of the dark, the beautiful and the defiant – for all fans of the songs of Nick Cave.
‘The greatest living songwriter’ NME
‘A glowing wire, a mainline to meaning ad feeling and art’ New Yorker
‘Nick Cave is a true lyrical master. He can conjure empathy and hope out of thin air, light out of darkness’ Cillian Murphy
‘His lyrics – so rich in the toils of love, so committed to memory and everlasting presence – are the best-made of his generation’ Andrew O’Hagan
‘A poetic craftsman’ Will Self
‘Alternative rock legend’ Billboard
‘Cave’s genius rings loud and clear’ Evening Standard
Cover art by Aleksandra Waliszewska
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Violin Exam Pieces from 2024, ABRSM Grade 4, Violin Part & Piano Accompaniment (ABRSM Exam Pieces)
This book contains nine pieces from ABRSM’s Grade 4 Violin syllabus from 2024, three pieces chosen from each of Lists A, B and C – ideal for both Practical and Performance Grade exams. The pieces have been carefully selected to offer an attractive and varied range of styles, creating a collection that provides an excellent source of repertoire to suit every performer. The book also contains helpful footnotes and, for those preparing for exams, useful syllabus information. An edition of this book with audio is also available – it includes downloadable recordings of all nine pieces, plus piano accompaniment tracks.Read more
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Enjoy Playing Guitar Tutor Book 1 + CD: First steps in playing classical guitar
This revised edition of Enjoy Playing Guitar: Tutor Book 1 is the ultimate resource for all beginner guitarists. It introduces the basics of classical guitar playing and musical concepts through an approach that is clear, progressive, and carefully paced. It includes tailored solos, duets, and trios in a range of styles, and it develops musicianship through activities in improvisation, playing by ear, and the art of accompanying. To consolidate learning, there are helpful reminders and quizzes covering musical knowledge, plus a CD with over 70 play-along tracks. Encouraging self-directed learning outside as well as during lessons, this is the perfect book for today’s aspiring player.Read more
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Play It! Children’s Songs: A Superfast Way to Learn Awesome Songs on Your Piano or Keyboard
A fun and easy way to learn to play the piano or keyboard, with helpful instruction on classic and favorite songs.
Written by the author of the best-selling Build It! series in collaboration with an experienced piano teacher, the Play It! books teach how to play the piano or keyboard in a simple, effective way. Using color-coded notes and character icons, the books include piano sheets of popular and favorite songs as well as a primer on how to read sheet music and some basic techniques. For beginners ages 5 and up, Play It! is the perfect companion on your musical journey.
Features these classic songs and includes color labels inside the book:
- Mary Had a Little Lamb
- Oh When the Saints Go Marching In
- The Itsy Bitsy Spider
- Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
- Clock Chimes
- Row, Row, Row Your Boat
- Yankee Doodle Dandy
- Skip to My Lou
- This Land is Your Land
- London Bridge is Falling Down
- Are You Sleeping?
- Old MacDonald Had a Farm
- It’s Raining, It’s Pouring
- For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow
- Oh! Susanna
- If You’re Happy and You Know It
- Three Blind Mice
- Baa Baa Black Sheep
- Hickory Dickory Dock
- The Wheels on the Bus
- I’m a Little Teapot
- B-I-N-G-O
- The Muffin Man
- Pop Goes the Weasel
- Happy Birthday To You
- Five Little Ducks
- Home on the Range
- When Johnny Comes Marching Home
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Art and Craft of Wood Engraving
This practical book is a step-by-step guide to the process of wood engraving. With a strong emphasis on drawing a design, it explains the range of mark-making, texture and tonal subtleties that are so unique to this form of relief printmaking. It provides inspiration on a range of subjects, as well as close examination of the effects that can be achieved.Read more
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Acoustic Guitar Handbook Grade 3 from 2019
This book is part of a series that forms an expertly structured and comprehensive method of studying acoustic guitar. The book covers all the material needed for an LCM examination in Acoustic Guitar, enabling you to study for an internationally recognised qualification. However, even if you do not intend to take an exam, this book will help you achieve your full potential as a guitarist by developing all aspects of your playing in a structured way.Read more
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I an Actor
The new revised edition of the uncensored ‘Acto-biography’ of the most controversial thespian of his generation. The memoirs of Nicholas Craig – theatrical eminence best known for his Trueplate in The Cuckolde of Leicester and more popularly as Gob in Oh No! It’s the Neighbours! – are re-released for a grateful audience, updated with a wealth of new and controversial material. Startlingly truthful, unflinchingly illustrated, I, An Actor’ is a piton up the slope of creativity for theatre fans and aspiring actors alike, revealing everything that most theatrical autobiographies cravenly avoid.Read more
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Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Super Noisy Sound Book
Peppa’s Super Noisy Sound Book is a fun, interactive sound book, for fans of Peppa Pig.
SNORT! Find out what happens when Peppa and George’s very quiet day turns very noisy indeed.
With 18 sound buttons to press as you read the story, this is a super noisy gift for every Peppa fan!
There are lots more Peppa Pig books from Ladybird for you to enjoy including: The Big Tale of Little Peppa and Play with Peppa Hand Puppet Book.
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Out of this Century – Confessions of an Art Addict: The Autobiography of Peggy Guggenheim
This is the fascinating autobiography of a society heiress who became the bohemian doyenne of the art world. Written in her own words it is the frank and outspoken story of her life and loves: her stormy relationships with such men as Max Ernst and Jackson Pollock, and her discovery of new artists.
Known as ‘the mistress of modern art’, Peggy Guggenheim was a passionate collector and major patron. She amassed one of the most important collections of early twentieth-century European and American art embracing Cubism, Surrealism and Expressionism.
A must-read for anyone with an interest in these major-league artists, this seminal period of art history, and the ultimate self-invented woman.
Includes a foreword by Gore Vidal.
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Vic Reeves Art Book
The definitive collection of art by Jim Moir, aka Vic Reeves, with a foreword by Grayson Perry.
Vic Reeves Art Book is an expedition through the mind of Jim Moir, aka the comedian, writer and artist and Vic Reeves. The first collection of his visual work in a decade, this book is a wild ride through subjects and media, ranging from sketches to paintings. Whether he s depicting Sooty and Sweep unzipped and on the toilet, or grotesque versions of beloved TV personalities, Jim s unmistakable humour shines through in every brushstroke.
Featuring more than 200 images, this is the definitive compendium of Jim s art, covering early work, some of his best-known pieces, and brand-new creations exclusive to the book.
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Animal Crossing New Horizons Complete Guide : Best Tips, Tricks, Strategies , Secrets, And Help [Best Guide 2023]
Complete Guide – Everything you need to know before playing
Updated and Expanded 2023 !!!Welcome to our Animal Crossing: New Horizons walkthrough and guide. This guide covers comprehensive topics for AC:NH including going through top collectibles by month and guide for individual game mechanics. scroll down to see our table of contents and find the topics that are useful to you.
What this guide will offer:- Island Walkthrough & Getting Started
- Complete guide to DIY Recipes and how to obtain them
- Nook Mileage Program
- All collectibles, including bugs, fish, fossils and shells!
- Facilities and how they help you
- How to make the big Bells!
- Sculpting and designing your island
- Seasonal Events Coverage
- Animal residents and special characters
- …and Best Tips and Tricks
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The Pocket Photographer: How to take beautiful photos with your phone
An accessible guide to getting the best out of your phone camera, aimed at everyone who wants to take Instagrammable photographs
Everyone has a camera on their phone. Author Mike Kus, a photographer with a strong Instagram following, demonstrates the simple tricks and techniques that take your photography to another level. His methods can be mastered by anyone, and the content avoids reference to specific phone camera technology, instead relying on the clear principles to make you a better photographer, regardless of the camera you own. The book is written, designed and illustrated by the author.
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Think Like a Street Photographer: How to Think Like a Street Photographer
‘Never does that old maxim “the harder I practice, the luckier I get” ring truer.’ – Matt StuartStreet photography may look like luck, but you have to get out there and hone your craft if you want to shake up those luck vibes. Matt Stuart never goes out without his trusty Leica and, in a career spanning twenty years, has taken some of the most accomplished, witty and well-known photographs of the streets.
From understanding how to be invisible on a busy street, to anticipating a great image in the chaos of a crowd, Matt Stuart reveals in over 20 chapters the hard-won skills and secrets that have led to his greatest shots. He explains his purist and uniquely playful approach to street photography leaving the reader full of ideas to use in their own photography. Illustrated throughout with 100 of Stuart’s images, this is a unique opportunity to learn from one of the finest street photographers around.
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John Hedgecoe’s Complete Photography Course
For the beginning photographer who wants to take clear, sharp, and imaginative photographs, step-by-step instructions, photographs, diagrams, and line drawings demonstrate all the basicsRead more
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National Youth Theatre Monologues: 75 Speeches for Auditions: Speeches for Young People
“The ultimate guide to auditions for young actors” Broadway WorldAn exciting and invaluable collection of audition speeches, all chosen from plays produced by the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain, spanning more than sixty years as one of the world’s leading companies for young performers.
Featuring seventy-five monologues by acclaimed writers such as Zawe Ashton, Moira Buffini, Carol Ann Duffy, Brian Friel, James Fritz, James Graham, Dennis Kelly, Rebecca Lenkiewicz, Gbolahan Obisesan, Evan Placey, Sarah Solemani and Jack Thorne, the book offers rich and diverse roles ranging from teens to adults.
Each audition speech also comes with invaluable supporting material compiled by NYT Associate Artist Michael Bryher to help you perform the piece to its maximum effect, including:
- A detailed description of the play that the speech is originally from
- Contextual information such as what’s just happened in the play, where the monologue takes place, to whom the character is talking, and what their motivations are
- Things to think about when rehearsing and performing the speech
The book also provides extensive advice on choosing a speech, working on it and preparing for auditions, plus tips and first-hand insights into the monologues from current NYT members and alumni who’ve performed them.
An ideal resource for actors auditioning for drama school, the NYT or elsewhere, as well as those preparing for showcases or competitions, National Youth Theatre Monologues offers a wide and diverse range of roles, themes and styles meaning you’ll be able to find the speech that’s just right for you.
- Contextual information such as what’s just happened in the play, where the monologue takes place, to whom the character is talking, and what their motivations are
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Speaking The Speech: An Actor’s Guide To Shakespeare
With a foreword by Mark Rylance.Why does Shakespeare write in the way he does? And how can actors and directors get the most out of his incomparable plays? In Speaking the Speech, Giles Block – ‘Master of the Words’ at Shakespeare’s Globe – sets out to answer these two simple questions. The result is the most authoritative, most comprehensive book yet written on speaking Shakespeare’s words.
Throughout the book, the author subjects Shakespeare’s language to rigorous examination, illuminating his extraordinary ability to bring his characters to life by a simple turn of phrase, a breath or even a pause. Block shows how we can only fully understand these characters, and the meaning of the plays, by speaking the words out loud.
Drawing on characters from across all of Shakespeare’s plays – and looking in detail at Macbeth, The Winter’s Tale, Hamlet, The Merchant of Venice and Much Ado About Nothing – Block covers everything the actor needs to know, including: the essential distinctions between prose, rhymed verse and unrhymed verse, and the different strategies to be used when speaking them; the difference between you and thou; Shakespeare’s use of silence; and the vital importance of paying attention to Shakespeare’s original punctuation.
Speaking the Speech is a book for actors and directors who want to improve their understanding of Shakespeare’s language in order to speak it better. It is also a fascinating read for anyone who wants to deepen their appreciation of Shakespeare’s language and the way it comes to life when spoken aloud.
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The Work: The lyrics of Scott Hutchison
The Work is a book of lyrics and illustrations by the late Scott Hutchison, lyricist, vocalist and songwriter of Frightened Rabbit. This paperback follows the sold-out limited hardback edition and presents the band’s complete lyrics (including B-sides and rarities) with handwritten excerpts by Scott, alongside his illustrations. The book is meant both as a celebration of and tribute to Scott’s unbridled creativity. It aims to fulfil his wishes by being the book that he wanted to create and had spoken of creating before his death.
Readers are advised that The Work includes content about topics that some may find upsetting, including references to suicide.
“Seeing this book come to life has been something of a bittersweet experience. Reading the lyrics without music really brings home the stark reality of what Scott was going through and at the same time highlights the talent of someone who I consider to be one of the best songwriters in the world. This would’ve been a different release had Scott been involved but we all felt it was important that his lyrics be celebrated and given the spotlight they deserve. As Scott has said, these words were always meant to be accompanied by music, but the impact of digesting them without is no less great. Pick up this book of words, hold it, share it and immerse yourself in the world Scott created by opening not only his heart but his whole soul to the world.” Grant Hutchison (Scott’s brother and drummer of Frightened Rabbit)
Contents:
The Greys
Music Now
Yawns
Be Less Rude
Go-Go Girls
Behave!
Square 9
Snake
It’s Christmas So We’ll Stop
The Modern Leper
I Feel Better
Good Arms vs Bad Arms
Fast Blood
Old, Old Fashioned
The Twist
Head Rolls Off
My Backwards Walk
Keep Yourself Warm
Poke
Floating In the Forth
Who’d You Kill Now?
Don’t
Soon Go
Things
Swim Until You Can’t See Land
The Loneliness and The Scream
The Wrestle
Skip The Youth
Nothing Like You
Footshooter
Not Miserable
Living In Colour
Yes, I Would
Fun Stuff
Learned Your Name
Scottish Winds
Fuck This Place
The Work
State Hospital
Boxing Night
Home From War
Off
Wedding Gloves
Acts of Man
Backyard Skulls
Holy
The Woodpile
Late March, Death March
December’s Traditions
Housing (In)
Dead Now
Nitrous Gas
Housing (Out)
The Oil Slick
If You Were Me
Snow Still Melting
Escape Route
Today’s Cross
Architect
Default Blues
Radio Silence
Candlelit
Death Dream
Get Out
I Wish I Was Sober
Woke Up Hurting
Little Drum
Still Want to Be Here
An Otherwise Disappointing Life
Break
Blood Under the Bridge
400 Bones
Lump Street
Die Like a Rich Boy
The Wreck
Wait ‘Til the Morning
A Lick of Paint
Roadless
How It Gets In
Rained On
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John Thompson’s Modern Course for the Piano/FIRST Grade Book: The First Grade Book : Something New Every Lesson
(Willis). Time-tested bestseller around the world! The legendary Modern Course series provides a clear and complete foundation in the study of the piano that enables the student to think and feel musically. It’s known as the method for quick, dedicated learners. It’s also well-regarded as a self-teaching method for the mature player. The First Grade may be preceded by Teaching Little Fingers to Play and/or Teaching Little Fingers to Play More . NOTE: The 2018 reprint of Grade 1 features less fingering and fresh engravings.Read more
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Harry Potter Wizard Chess Set (Rp Minis)
Play a game of chess with this officially licensed miniature replica of the life-sized chessboard from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone-perfect for fans of the Wizarding World!
– Specifications: This deluxe set includes 32 metallic pieces, modeled in detail after the pieces in the film, measuring about 1″ to 1-1/2″ in height depending on the piece, and a collapsible 8-1/2 x 8-1/2″ chess board
– Authentic replica: This replica is based on the iconic enchanted chessboard from the Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone film
– Book included: A 40-page 2-1/2 x 3″ book features information about the game, behind-the-scenes information from the film, full-color photos from the film, and instructions for playing
– Perfect present: A unique gift for fans of the Wizarding World
– Officially licensed: Authentic collectible
Copyright © 2023 Warner Bros. Entertainment. WIZARDING WORLD characters, names, and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. WB SHIELD: © & ™ WBEI. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s23)
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The Squirrel and the Lost Treasure
‘The most beautiful book of the year… it’s like a poem… a work of art’ – Chris Packham
An enchanting clothbound fable about growth, new life and finding hope in unexpected places, from the award-winning designer and creator of The Fox and the Star.
One autumn evening, a young squirrel spots an acorn glinting on the forest floor.
Eager to protect her treasure from watchful eyes and hungry mouths, she buries it deep in the heart of the forest.
But when she returns after the icy winter, her acorn is nowhere to be found. Where could it be?
‘Exquisite, moving and hopeful on so many different levels. I love the bright green of the spring, I really feel that incandescence when I turn the page. I will be buying it for many.’ – Lucy Jones, author of Losing Eden
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All The Colors of Life
Experience the beauty, joy, and poetry of universal human experiences through this gorgeously illustrated, lavishly packaged book — perfect for readers of all ages.
Do you remember the crystal whiteness of winter, the green growth of spring, the magical potential of twilight?
Do you remember the worlds we discovered in books and stories, in the great outdoors, and in our own imaginations?
Now readers of all ages can experience these indescribable feelings over and over through evocative artwork and concise text by Norway’s most popular and highly awarded illustrator, Lisa Aisato.
This lavish book-perfect for both children’s home libraries and adults’ coffee tables-features a selection of Aisato’s classics as well as never-before-seen paintings depicting the full range of human existence.
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The Music Lesson: A Spiritual Search for Growth Through Music
From Grammy-winning musical icon and legendary bassist Victor L. Wooten comes an inspiring parable of music, life, and the difference between playing all the right notes…and feeling them.The Music Lesson is the story of a struggling young musician who wanted music to be his life, and who wanted his life to be great. Then, from nowhere it seemed, a teacher arrived. Part musical genius, part philosopher, part eccentric wise man, the teacher would guide the young musician on a spiritual journey, and teach him that the gifts we get from music mirror those from life, and every movement, phrase, and chord has its own meaning…All you have to do is find the song inside.
“The best book on music (and its connection to the mystic laws of life) that I’ve ever read. I learned so much on every level.”―Multiple Grammy Award–winning saxophonist Michael Brecker
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The Time of the Force Majeure: After 45 Years Counterforce Is on the Horizon
This book offers a 21st-century manifesto from the pioneers of the eco-art movement. Since the 1970s Helen and Newton Harrison have been creating art inspired by the earth. They established a worldwide network among biologists, ecologists, architects, urban planners, politicians, and other artists to initiate collaborative dialogues about ideas and solutions which support biodiversity and community development. This definitive survey traces an influential joint career that has lasted nearly half a century. Organized chronologically, it features works from each decade, from their earliest installations to their continent-traversing work of the 1990s; and their most recent works both educating people about global warming and designing large scale responses to the phenomena itself.Read more
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Why Fonts Matter: a multisensory analysis of typography and its influence from graphic designer and academic Sarah Hyndman
Discover the incredible power of fonts – how they influence your decisions, alter your perceptions, stir your emotions and change how you understand the world. Graphic designer Sarah Hyndman shares her infectious enthusiasm for fonts in this visually inspiring, beautifully designed, immersive and interactive study, including quizzes, tests and case-studies.
‘A fascinating insight into how type can influence our feelings, our senses, and even our taste’ — Professor Charles Spence, University of Oxford
‘Most books about fonts are written for designers – Sarah brings the power of fonts to everyone’ — Patrick Burgoyne, Editor of Creative Review
‘This book is an inspiration’ — ***** Reader review
‘Ground-breaking’ — ***** Reader review
‘Beautiful and fun! A fantastic read’ — ***** Reader review
‘Love this book! Couldn’t put it down and read it from cover to cover’ — ***** Reader review
‘A really interesting and insightful book’ — ***** Reader review
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We all constantly interact with type in almost every aspect of our lives. But how do fonts affect what we read and influence the choices we make?This book opens up the science and the art behind how fonts influence you. It explains why certain fonts or styles evoke particular experiences and associations. Fonts have different personalities that can create trust, mistrust, give you confidence, make things seem easier to do or make a product taste better. They’re hidden in plain sight, they trigger memories, associations and multisensory experiences in your imagination.
* Fonts can alter the meanings of words right before your very eyes.
* See what personalities fonts have, and what they reveal about YOUR personality.
* Explore how you respond to fonts emotionally and can make fonts work for your message.
* Be amazed that a font has the power to alter the taste of your food.This book is a must-read for anyone interested in typography and graphic design professionally but also a fascinating insight for anyone interested in giving words impact or anyone wanting to know more about how type can be used to influence us.
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