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The Channel Islands at War: A Dark History
The incredible true story of what really happened in the Channel Islands during the Second World War. The Channel lslands were occupied on 30 June 1940 when four German planes landed at Guernsey Airport. They were the only part of Britain to be occupied during the Second World War. The islands had been officially demilitarised on 19 June, but the War Office in London overlooked the necessity to inform the Germans. This led to a German air attack on 28 June, which resulted in thirty-eight civilian deaths. Hitler was extremely proud of the conquest of the Channel lslands, and saw it as a stepping-stone to the full invasion of the rest of Britain. The occupying forces were instructed to behave correctly. This would show the rest of Britain that there was nothing to be feared from life under the Third Reich. This book looks at the German Occupation, the unsavoury events that occurred on the Islands, and why at the end of the war a cover-up of these events was instigated by the British Government.Read more
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Drama Games for Actors – Exploring Self, Character and Text
‘A mass of invaluable ideas for all ages and all types of actors, amateur or professional. It’s hard to imagine anyone involved in theatre who wouldn’t find it useful.’ Richard Eyre, from his ForewordFrom the bestselling Drama Games series, this dip-in, flick-through, quick-fire resource book offers dozens of games to serve as a rich source of ideas and inspiration for all actors – and those teaching or directing them.
This must-have companion is divided into three sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the actor’s process:
Self provides methods to deepen relaxation, sharpen focus, boost energy, expand imagination and enable a company of actors to work collaboratively
Character suggests strategies to aid the process of transformation, encouraging actors to explore characteristics that are distinct from their own
And Text offers exercises to unlock the words, allowing free and imaginative work within the structure of a script, without losing specificity
The games range from solo explorations which can be performed alone, to ideas for pairs and group work – making them suitable for a wide variety of scenarios and requirements. Overall, the book will serve as an essential foundation for every actor’s creativity, helping improve preparation, rehearsal and performance.
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Contemporary Monologues for Teenagers: Male (NHB Good Audition Guides) (The Guide Audition Guides) (The Good Audition Guides)
Extremely useful and thorough… A collection of great value to students –Teaching Drama MagazineForty fantastic male speeches for teenagers, all written since the year 2000, by some of the most exciting and acclaimed writers working today.
Whether you’re applying for drama school, taking an exam, or auditioning for a professional role, it’s likely you’ll be required to perform one or more monologues, including a piece from a contemporary play. It’s vital to come up with something fresh that’s suited both to you in order to allow you to express who you are as a performer and to the specific purposes of the audition.
In this invaluable collection you’ll find forty speeches by leading contemporary playwrights including Annie Baker, Jez Butterworth, Nadia Fall, Ella Hickson, Arinzé Kene, Dawn King, Jessica Swale, Jack Thorne, Enda Walsh and Tom Wells, from plays that were premiered at many of the UK’s most famous and respected venues, including the National Theatre, Shakespeare’s Globe, Manchester Royal Exchange, Royal Court Theatre, Bush Theatre, Traverse Theatre, the Young Vic, and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Drawing on her experience as an actor, director and teacher at several leading drama schools, Trilby James introduces each speech with a user-friendly, bullet-point list of ten things you need to know about the character, and then five ideas to help you perform the monologue.
This book also features a step-by-step guide to the process of selecting and preparing your speech, and approaching the audition itself.
‘Sound practical advice for anyone attending an audition a source of inspiration for teachers and students alike’ Teaching Drama Magazine on The Good Audition Guides
A NOTE ON THE TITLE
The use of the word ‘Male’ in the title of this monologue collection refers to the characters as originally written, and is not intended to suggest any restriction in terms of usage.
We encourage performers of all gender identities to explore and choose any monologue that they connect with as an individual, and not feel constrained by who it was originally written to be performed by.
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My Autobiography (Penguin Modern Classics)
A silent comedy star whose legendary slapstick routines are recognisable to this day, Charles ‘Charlie’ Chaplin’s My Autobiography is an incomparably vivid account of the life of one of the greatest filmmakers and comedians, with an introduction by David Robinson
As a child, Charlie Chaplin was awed and inspired by the sight of glamorous vaudeville stars passing his home, and from then on he never lost his ambition to become an actor. Chaplin’s film career as the Little Tramp adored by the whole world is the stuff of legend, but this frank autobiography shows another side. Born into a theatrical family, Chaplin’s father died of drink while his mother, unable to bear the poverty, suffered from bouts of insanity. From a childhood of grinding poverty in the south London slums, Chaplin found an escape in his early debut on the music hall stage, followed by his lucky break in America, the founding of United Artists with D.W. Griffith and Douglas Fairbanks, the struggle to maintain artistic control over his work, the string of failed marriages, and his eventual exile from Hollywood after personal scandals and persecution for his left-wing politics during the McCarthy Era.
Sir Charles ‘Charlie’ Chaplin (1895-1976) was born in Walworth, London. Best known for his work in silent film, his most famous role was The Little Tramp, a universally recognisable and iconic character who appeared in films such as The Kid (1921), The Gold Rush (1925) and City Lights (1931). His other films include Modern Times (1936), a commentary on the Great Depression, and The Great Dictator (1940), a satirical attack on Hitler and the Nazis.
If you enjoyed My Autobiography, you might like Andy Warhol’s The Philosophy of Andy Warhol, also available in Penguin Modern Classics.
‘Tells so much about this curious, difficult man … a wonderfully vivid imagination’
The New York Times‘The only genius to come out of the movie industry’
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The Victorian Country House 2e
A weighty volume of architectural and social history recording the development of the English Country House against a background of Victorian wealth and privilege. The author details the construction of enormous and complex houses, the architects involved, the domestic organisation influencing design, the technical developments in plumbing, heating and comfortable living, and the social and economic conditions of the time. 30 individual houses are detailed, a catalogue of all most important houses is included; and biographical notes on major architects precedes the final notes. This enlarged edition of the 1971 original publication contains a revised text, two new chapters and 33 new colour plates. Copious photographs and plans supports the text. ner intact.Read more
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Secret Deal & Walmer
Situated on the south-east coast of Kent, the picturesque twin towns of Deal and Walmer attract many visitors due to their location and extensive history that spans the centuries. Both have a rich military and maritime heritage, notably with their links to the historic Cinque Ports. Deal rose to become one of the busiest ports in England and possessed its own thriving Navy Yard to service warships at anchor in the famous Downs anchorage. The coastline’s strategic importance led to Henry VIII ordering the building of defensive fortresses in both towns, while notable figures such as Lord Nelson and the Duke of Wellington have strong connections to the area. In Secret Deal & Walmer local author Gregory Holyoake explores the history of both towns and delves beneath the surface to seek out some lesser-known stories and hidden aspects of their heritage. His engaging exploration uncovers intriguing facts, interesting buildings, surprising tales and the prominent people and colourful characters with links to this corner of Kent. Different chapters focus on subjects including churches and chapels, murder, mystery and mayhem, entertainment and sport, castles and – as you would expect – smuggling. Discover Deal’s links with the Royal Marines, its curious Timeball Tower, the Duke of Wellington’s residency at Walmer Castle and much more. Illustrated throughout, this book will appeal to residents, visitors and anyone interested in the history of these fascinating twin towns.Read more
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Sale Through Time
The fascinating town of Sale in the Metropolitan Borough of Trafford, historically a part of Cheshire, has a rich and diverse history, which is extensively illustrated in the pages of this book. Old buildings, long forgotten, are recalled, such as the Brooklands Hotel, where famous comedians Laurel and Hardy stayed in 1947. There is the strange case of Doctor Charles White, of Sale Priory, who kept the embalmed body of Hannah Beswick at his home, where it stayed for 100 years. Sale Priory and grounds are now given over to modern housing. Sale has also had its fair share of successful and influential inhabitants, including Robert Bolt, who was born on Northenden Road and wrote ‘A Man For All Seasons’, several screenplays and won an Oscar for his work. Famous scientist and physicist, J. P. Joule, lived on Wardle Road. There is a monument to him in nearby Sale Park.Read more
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Microsoft Flight Simulator: Embark on an Epic journey of Virtual Aviation and Unleash your Inner Pilotry
Are you ready to take flight and soar through the virtual skies like a seasoned pilot? Can you imagine exploring the world’s most breathtaking destinations from the comfort of your own home? Do you want to experience the thrill of flying an array of aircraft, from commercial jets to nimble helicopters? Are you prepared to witness the level of realism and attention to detail that sets Microsoft Flight Simulator 2023 apart? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to navigate through turbulent weather conditions or witness stunning sunsets and sunrises that mirror the real world? Are you ready to test your skills with challenging takeoffs and landings at famous airports around the globe? Do you want to embark on cross-country flights, discovering new horizons and hidden gems? Are you eager to explore the cutting-edge technology behind the game, such as AI-controlled traffic, dynamic weather systems, and stunning visual effects? Would you like to learn the secrets of flight planning, navigation systems, and instrument controls? Do you dream of joining forces with fellow aviation enthusiasts in multiplayer mode, engaging in thrilling cooperative or competitive activities? If your answer to any of these questions is a resounding “yes,” then Microsoft Flight Simulator 2023 is the guide you have been waiting for.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2023 is the latest edition of the popular and realistic flight simulator series that has been around since 1982. It features stunning graphics, realistic physics, dynamic weather, live traffic, and a variety of planes and airports to choose from. You can fly anywhere in the world, from famous landmarks to remote islands, From the majestic peaks of the Himalayas to the sparkling waters of the Caribbean, every flight becomes a captivating adventure.
With Microsoft Flight Simulator 2023 as your guide, you’ll have access to comprehensive flight planning tools, realistic aircraft controls, and invaluable tips from seasoned pilots. Whether you are a novice or an experienced aviator, this guide empowers you to become a proficient pilot. In fact, anyone without a background in flying planes is capable of navigating around and using Flight Simulator 2023 with the lessons provided in this guide. With that said, here’s a peek at what this guide contains;- Taking Off the Training Wheels and Engaging the Landing Wheels
- Heading to or From Popular Airports and Landmarks
- Finding the Runway and Other Ways
- Working through an ATC Communications Sequence
- Different Planes for Different Pilots
- How to Communicate Using Your Radio
- Preparing for Emergency Scenarios
- Ten Cool Airports to Visit Virtually
- Landing without the Use of Your Instruments
- Navigating your Flight with Help from Flight Simulator
- Attending to Alignment Correction and Vertical Stabilization
- Requirements to Get Started with Microsoft Flight Simulator
- Preparing for Virtual Reality Flights
- Making Your Flight More Challenging Using Activities
- Prepping Your Game Settings for Playing in VR
- Handling Visual and Lag Issues in Multiplayer Mode
- Fine-tuning Your Plane’s Performance with a Trim Tab
- … and a lot more
This guide further requires an understanding and practicing reader to ensure all-around satisfaction. Working and walking with this guide would in no little way make you a guru, and not just any guru, but a guru of all Microsoft Flight Simulator resources.
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Royal Academy of Arts Wall Calendar 2024 (Art Calendar)
Featuring the vibrant work of 12 Royal Academicians or RA-exhibited artists (the leading talents Mary Collet, Mike Dawson, Paula Boyd-Barrett, Lyndsey Gibb, Vicky Ramsey, Alexandra Robb, Charlotte Farmer, Kris Blockx, Mary Collett, Sarah Targett, Peter McCarthy, Sally Muir and Richard Spare), this wall art calendar displays bright, original and innovatively executed images of animals, from beloved pooches to our feathered friends, to be enjoyed by all. The datepad features previous and next month’s views. Printed on FSC-certified paper, with plastic-free packaging.Read more
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National Galleries Scotland: Scottish Colourists Wall Calendar 2024 (Art Calendar)
This calendar showcases a beautiful selection of artworks from the extensive collection at the National Galleries of Scotland, one of the finest in the world. Featuring stunning pieces by Scottish Colourists Francis Cadell, John Duncan Fergusson, Leslie Hunter and Samuel Peploe, each work is accompanied by informative text. The datepad features previous and next month’s views. Printed on FSC-certified paper, with plastic-free packaging.Read more
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William Morris Gallery Wall Calendar 2024 (Art Calendar)
William Morris was a renowned artist, textile designer and activist. A pioneer of the Arts and Crafts Movement, his work remains as popular today as ever. Featuring 12 celebrated designs from the collection of the William Morris Gallery, this calendar showcases the beauty and flair of the Morris & Co aesthetic, featuring a selection of wallpapers and fabrics designed by Morris himself, as well as renowned colleagues and contemporaries John Henry Dearle and Arthur Heygate Mackmurdo. Included within are stunning designs such as Golden Lily, Seaweed, Wallflower and more. Informative text accompanies each work and the datepad features previous and next month’s views. Printed on FSC-certified paper, with plastic-free packaging.
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Paul Klee Wall Calendar 2024 (Art Calendar)
Paul Klee was one of the most inventive artists of the twentieth century. Influenced by Surrealism, Cubism and Impressionism, he had an undoubtedly distinctive style. A keen student of colour theory, his works are powerfully effective, and this calendar features a fantastic selection, including pieces such as Red Balloon, Castle and Sun, and Falling Bird. Informative text accompanies each work and the datepad features previous and next month’s views. Printed on FSC-certified paper, with plastic-free packaging.Read more
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Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors: 52 High-Quality Monologues for Kids & Teens
By the author of the best-selling Contemporary Monologues for Young Actors!
Following the smash success of Contemporary Monologues for Young Actors, award-winning NYC playwright Douglas M. Parker has created a new volume of unique monologues that allows young actors to explore a broad range of characters, emotions and situations.
Fantasy Monologues for Young Actors offers 52 fun, accessible and inventive monologues that will tap into every inch of an actor’s creativity. Featuring appealing, instantly involving pieces ranging from the comedic to the heartfelt, every monologue is written in contemporary and accessible language. Created specifically for actors and acting students ages 7-14 and for the teachers, directors and acting coaches who work with them..
These monologues feature:
- A broad range of unique circumstances and emotions: comedic, inspirational, heartfelt, lonely, curious, etc.
- Gender-neutral, so every monologue could be performed by a boy or a girl
- Emotional arcs and strong outcomes to challenge your actors and keep audiences engaged
- Modern day topics with contemporary language that really relate to kids today
- Perfect for auditions, as short performance pieces and for use in the classroom
Here are two sample monologues from the book:
FLYING
There’s a scene in Peter Pan where Peter teaches the kids to fly. And the way he does it is, he tells them to think their happiest thoughts. And they do it, and they just start flying. I mean, it tells you right in the book how to do it! So I thought – if they can fly, I bet I can too. So I just started thinking about all the things that made me the happiest. Like the day we picked up my new dog, Rex, from the kennel. And the day I beat my dad at chess – which is also known in my house as the day my dad let me beat him at chess. Or the time my sister gave me a birthday present, when it wasn’t even my birthday. Or when my mom says she loves me. And by the time I was finished, even though I was still lying in my bed, I was flying so high I thought I’d never touch the ground again. And I could look down and see everyone and everything in my life and they were all looking up and smiling and waving back at me . . . I don’t know if there really is a Peter Pan or an island filled with lost boys and pirates and Indians, but it doesn’t matter. Because I know one thing for sure . . . I know how to fly.
PAIL OF WATER
(Your character is either Jack or Jill from the well-known nursery rhyme.)
You make one mistake and people never forget it. Seriously. I mean, yeah, Jack [or Jill] and me went up the hill to fetch a pail of water. And, yes, one of us fell down and broke his crown and yeah, yeah, the other one came tumbling after. And no – we did not bring back any water. We did not succeed in our mission. And, if I was to be totally honest, we also lost the bucket. But come on. It wasn’t like we went up the hill to save the planet from an alien invasion. There wasn’t a baby up there about to be eaten by a bear. It was water. We fell down. We didn’t come back with a pail of water. Someone else got up out of their chair, got a bucket, climbed up the hill and fetched a pail of water. Big deal. Life will go on. And just to set the record straight, I am perfectly capable of fetching water. I personally have fetched hundreds of pails of water, both before that incident and after. So has Jack [or Jill]. It was one time. Sheesh. Maybe it’s time we all moved on.
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Memorable Supporting Actors and Actresses from the 1930s to 1950s: Book 1 – A Through I
My previous books on Forgotten Movie Stars of the 1930s through 1950s have focused on the leading men and women of that era. While those individuals are pretty much the movie stars that we remember, their films would have gone nowhere without the contributions of supporting actors and actresses who made their movies great. After all, what would Casablanca have been without Claude Rains? The Manchurian Candidate without Angela Lansbury? The leading ladies and leading men could get by with their good looks, charisma, and not always great acting ability. On the other hand, supporting actors and actresses HAD to know how to act. And so, this book is a tribute to some of the greatest supporting actors of the classic film era in Hollywood from the 1930s through 1950s. Again, as in all my books, the people selected are based on my personal preferences. There are some people who probably should be in the book – Beulah Bondi comes to mine – but I just have not seen enough of her films to include her. You, the reader, may agree with some and disagree with others. That is your prerogative. I also never make a claim to have seen every film or actors from that era, but these are just the folks that have appealed to me. For each of these individuals, I have included some biographical information, including how they got their start in films: my favorite films of each individual; and other interesting notes about the person.Read more
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Color: A Course in Mastering the Art of Mixing Colors
Millions of people have learned to draw using the methods of Dr. Betty Edwards’s bestseller The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. Now much as artists progress from drawing to painting Edwards moves from black-and-white into colour. Using techniques tested and honed in her five-day intensive colour workshops Edwards provides a basic understanding of how to see colour how to use it and – for those involved in art painting or design – how to mix and combine hues. Including more than 125 colour images and exercises that move from simple to challenging this volume explains how to:· see what is really there rather than what you know in your mind about coloured objects
· perceive how light affects colour and how colours affect one another
· manipulate hue value and intensity of colour and transform colours into their opposites
· balance colour in still-life landscape figure and portrait painting
· understand the psychology of colour
· harmonize colour in your surroundings
While we recognize and treasure the beautiful use of colour reproducing what we see can be a challenge. Accessibly un-weaving colour’s complexity this must-have primer is destined to be an instant classic.
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Cello Time Joggers (Second edition): A first book of very easy pieces for cello
for cello
Cello Time Joggers is a landmark book in the popular Cello Time series, which is enjoyed by students and teachers all over the world. It contains Kathy and David Blackwell’s trademark attractive and engaging compositions that appeal to learners of all ages. Lively original pieces, traditional tunes, and easy duets take the learner from open strings to all fingers down in finger pattern 0-1-34.Appealing and exciting play-along tracks, with live band, are available on major streaming platforms or to download from a companion website. Stylish piano and cello accompaniments are also available in separate books.
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Film and the End of Empire (Cultural Histories of Cinema)
In these two volumes of original essays, scholars from around the world address the history of British colonial cinema stretching from the emergence of cinema at the height of imperialism, to moments of decolonization andthe ending of formal imperialism in the post-Second World War.Read more
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Leave Taking: GCSE Student Guide
An essential resource for anyone studying Leave Taking for GCSE English Literature – featuring a complete guide to the text, plus activities and advice to help you prepare for assessment.Get to grips with Leave Taking with expert, easy-to-follow breakdowns and analyses of key aspects of the play – including the characters, plot, structure, themes, setting and language – along with a clear explanation of the historical context.
This guide is also packed with exercises and activities for use at home or in the classroom, to support your study and revision, track your progress and help you get great results in your exam.
Featuring insights from playwright Winsome Pinnock and extensive quotes and extracts from the play, this GCSE Student Guide will strengthen your understanding, build your confidence and boost your chances of success.
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Dackel SEO Kalendar 2024: 365 Tage des Jahres 2024 von Jan bis Dez, Bonus 3 Monate für 2023, 15 Monate “Dackel SEO”, dickes und stabiles Papier, … Organisieren und Planen,…
Begib dich auf eine Reise durch die Zeit mit unserem exklusiven “”Kalender 2024 + Bonus 3 Monate von 2023″”! Dies wunderschön gestaltete Kalender führt dich nicht nur durch das gesamte Jahr 2024, sondern gewährt dir auch einen Bonusblick auf das letzte Quartal von 2023.Jede Seite dieses Kalenders ist ein Tor zu einem neuen Monat, sorgfältig gestaltet, um sowohl Funktionalität als auch ästhetisches Vergnügen zu bieten. Mit über 30 Seiten wird jeder Monat mit einzigartiger Kunst präsentiert und bietet ausreichend Platz für Notizen und Erinnerungen, was ihn zum perfekten Begleiter für die Planung und Organisation macht.
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Egal, ob du ein akribischer Planer, ein Kunstliebhaber oder jemand bist, der die kleinen Details im Leben genießt, dieser Kalender ist genau für dich gemacht. Er ist ein großartiges Werkzeug für Familien, Profis und Studenten, die eine Mischung aus Stil und Nützlichkeit in ihrer täglichen Planung suchen.
Lass die Zeit nicht ohne den perfekten Organisator verstreichen. Unser “”Kalender 2024 + Bonus 3 Monate von 2023″” ist mehr als nur ein Kalender; es ist eine Feier von Zeit und Künstlerfertigkeit.
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Nature Photography (52 Assignments)
52 Assignments: Nature Photography is a mission brief, a portfolio of photographic workshops, a personalised journal, and an inspirational guide to putting the creativity back into your craft. Small enough to fit into your rucksack, it is filled with a year’s worth of weekly commissions and concepts for composing and creating eye-catching nature photography in all its forms.
Whether it’s building a blind, setting up a feeding station, shooting macro masterpieces, creating beautiful animal silhouettes, capturing birds in flight, or focusing on natural textures, all the assignments in this book have been written to inspire you to be more creative, explore the natural world around you, push your photography to its limits and discover your wild side.
Assignments include:
- Park Life
- Woodland Wildlife
- City Slickers
- Butterfly Effect
- Map Challenge
- Into The Blue
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A Life Behind the Lens: Thirty Years of Award Winning Photography from Sport’s Most Iconic Moments
A Life Behind the Lens is a collection of the very best work of Richard ‘Dickie’ Pelham, the multi award-winning chief sports photographer of The Sun for the past 30 years. He has covered six Olympic Games, six World Cups, any number of Test matches and many championship boxing bouts, capturing the moments of triumph and despair, the great goals, the knockout punches, the key wickets and the gold-medal glory. He has been trackside, ringside, pitchside and poolside as well as in the studio and on the training grounds with the biggest names in world sport, including Usain Bolt, Mo Farah, Jessica Ennis-Hill, Andy Murray, Paul Gascoigne, David Beckham, Tom Daley, Lennox Lewis and Anthony Joshua. His pictures have featured on memorable front and back pages and centre spreads. The images are accompanied by Dickie’s own recounting of the human stories behind the pictures and the technical secrets of a master of his trade.Read more
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Junk Journal Cutouts: Vintage Designs: From Botanicals to Travel, 350+ Timeless Images for Creative Journaling
Decorate your junk journal and relieve stress at the same time with these 300 vintage-inspired botanical cutouts (plus stickers).Relieve stress and express your creative side with junk journaling! Decorate your junk journal with 300+ vintage-inspired botanical cut outs and such as butterflies, herbs, flowers, plants, and more. Create your own journal for traveling, writing, or just inspiration with all the themes, colors, and aesthetics you love! This collection has everything you need to create the junk journal of your dreams.
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Graven Images: The Art of the Woodcut
With a foreword by Reece Shearsmith, this beautifully designed book highlights some of the most striking and amusing examples of the woodcut from the British Library’s collections. It provides brief commentary on the political and social background of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, with frequent topics of illustration including monsters, witches, criminals, drinking, war and politics.Read more
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Linocut: Learn in a Weekend
By your own hand, prints to be proud of in no time at all.Nick Morley is a seasoned expert at guiding aspiring printmakers through their first projects, and this accessible book distils his knowledge into friendly step-by-step projects, each chosen to demonstrate a particular skill, and illustrated with clear photography.
With templates accompanying each project making it easy to get started, the reader will quickly find themselves growing in confidence and skill.
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Gelli Arts (R) Printing Guide: Printing Without a Press on Paper and Fabric Using the Gelli Arts (R) Plate (Design Originals) 32 Beginner-Friendly Step-by-Step Projects,…
Try printmaking without a press―the Gelli way!
- 32 projects for cards, quilts, journals, totes, wearables, and more
- Complete guide to the revolutionary Gelli (R) press, a versatile and easy printmaking option for paper and fabric crafters
- Gelli plates are durable, reusable, portable, flexible, and wash off quickly with water
- Create one-of-a-kind artwork with amazing colors and textures, including colorful backgrounds, layered monoprints, and borders
- Make your own printing plates, stamps, texture tools, stencils, and masks
- Economical, versatile printmaking options for both experts and beginners
Discover the amazing Gelli (R) plate―a revolutionary printing surface that makes it easy to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind artwork with amazing colors and textures!
This book shows you how to use gelatin printing to create 32 stunning designs of layered prints, decorative pages for art journals, fabric for quilting, handmade greeting cards, and more! This expanded edition also contains an updated art gallery featuring the latest Gelli (R) plate techniques.
Gelatin printing is the perfect medium for beginners and experts alike. There’s no need for an expensive or bulky press. Durable and reusable Gelli (R) plates are easy to clean with water, so you can quickly change paint colors and move on to your next project. Wonderful results can be obtained quickly, and simple variations give each print its own unique personality.
Gelli Printing, Expanded Edition teaches you all the basics you need to know on supplies, how to get started, and the best techniques for making colorful backgrounds, textured pages, multiple layers, and basic borders. Get inspired to create your own Gelli masterpieces with 32 original projects. You’ll also learn how to use stencils, stamps, masks, and found objects to create interesting and innovative works of art!
Discover the versatility of the amazing Gelli plate and learn all the latest techniques, with Gelli Printing, Expanded Edition!
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“Artistry unleased “: the sketch Book
Certainly! A sketchbook is a blank or partially blank book used by artists, designers, and creative individuals to draw, doodle, jot down ideas, or experiment with various forms of artistic expression. They come in various sizes, paper types, and covers. Sketchbooks are essential tools for capturing and nurturing creativity, offering a portable canvas for visual exploration and the development of artistic skills. Whether it’s pencil sketches, ink drawings, watercolors, or any other medium, a sketchbook is a versatile companion for artists to bring their ideas to life.Read more
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AFTER: The Graphic Novel (Volume Two)
From the No. 1 international bestselling author, film producer and Wattpad platform icon Anna Todd – the continuation of her bestselling love story AFTER in Volume Two of After: The Graphic Novel.
Fall in love all over again in volume two of the graphic novel adaptation of the global phenomenon AFTER! Uncover Tessa and Hardin’s love story as you’ve never seen it before . . .
GOOD INTENTIONS . . . BAD HABITS . . . SOMETHING UNMISTAKABLE . . . AND EVERYTHING AFTER.
As Freshman year continues, Tessa and Hardin’s chemistry is impossible to ignore. After taking a leap and ending things with her boyfriend from back home, Tessa desperately wants to make something work with Hardin, whose troubled eyes and tattooed arms make her swoon. The magnetism between them is undeniable, and now they have nothing standing in their way.
Despite their new freedom, the road is bumpy. The closer they become, the quicker Hardin’s walls come up and block Tessa out. But no matter how angry they get at each other, how many times he pushes her too far and she is disappointed by him, they are still drawn to one another. Their romance has consumed them both, and their passion is hot enough to burn everything down.
Anna Todd’s original story comes to life with breathtaking illustrations by Pablo Andres. Featuring twelve pages of behind-the-scenes and character profile bonus content, Volume Two of After: The Graphic Novel is the ultimate collector’s item for fans everywhere!
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Pallet Craft: 20 Creative Makes Using Wooden Pallets
If you like the natural, rustic look in your home and want to make furniture and home accessories to suit, then look no further: this comprehensive, step-by-step guide tells you all you need to know to make a range of stunning pieces for inside and out using wood sourced from pallets. 20 step-by-step projects for both indoor and outdoor projects suitable for DIY novices, using simple tools and techniques environmentally friendly, inexpensive and trendy! projects include corner sofa, boot rack, coffee table, headboard, mirror, dog bed and more! Pallet Craft contains concise step-by-step instructions and clear photographs to guide you from start to finish. There’s advice on sourcing pallet wood, instructions on how to dismantle pallets safely and easily, plus a tools and other materials section to make sure you have everything you need.Read more
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Pallet Wood Projects for Outdoor Spaces: 35 contemporary projects for garden furniture & accessories
Create cool and contemporary garden furniture and accessories with 35 simple projects using pallet wood.
Follow Hester van Overbeek’s tutorials to make a huge variety of innovative items for the garden. There are stylish and functional benches and tables, shelving units for plants, side tables, a work bench for a shed, storage ideas and much more. Make a beautiful porch awning hung with fairy lights, on-trend hanging succulent holders and an outdoor kitchen unit so you can prep food outside – it even has a built-in barbecue! You will learn to develop useful DIY skills including sawing, sanding, drilling and various techniques for treating wood, so even complete beginners will soon become confident wielding tools! Whether your garden is tiny and in the city or a homely cottage garden, there is something for everyone here, and you’ll soon be hunting for pallets wherever you go.
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Analog Photography: The Ultimate DIY Guide to Learn How to Develop Photographic Films for Film Photography
Develop Analog Black and White Films Yourself in less than 30 minutes
Many photographers are rediscovering analog photography, which is currently triggering a real trend. What is the appeal of analog photography? In 1888, the first roll films were produced industrially. Today, around 128 years later, we are already in the middle of the digital age with far more possibilities. Nevertheless, the old technology also has its advantages, which will definitely convince you.
The term analog photography refers to photography with an analog camera and film. A roll of film is inserted into the camera and the magic begins as soon as you press the shutter button, light interacts with the chemicals in the film and an image is captured. The images collected on the roll of film come to life when the film is developed in a photo darkroom.
Anyone who wants to work with analog photography over a longer period of time is advised to develop the self-exposed films themselves afterwards, at least as far as black and white films are concerned. You are rewarded with a high quality of the negatives, with extremely low development costs and of course with a lot of joy in the completely independent process.
This book will walk you through the process of how to develop analog films, even if you have no prior experience. You’ll learn about everything you need to develop your first film as well as how simple it is to develop black and white film at home.
Anyone who wants to learn more about how to develop black and white films for analog photography, whether you need a step by step walk through or just want to get started as a new hobby, should read this book. You’ll learn how simple it is to develop black-and-white film at home and how to start developing films with just a few required pieces of tools.
In this Analog Photography guide, you will discover:
- Everything about analog photography
- Advantages of analog photography
- Camera settings for analog photography
- How to edit analog photos
- Structure of black and white film
- Exposure and development of black and white film
- Composition of the image
- How to set up your own black and white photo darkroom
- Materials and equipment for photo darkroom
- How to develop your film
- How to determine the development time
- How to determine the fixing time
- How to prepare the developer
And much more…
Developing black and white film yourself is not only an interesting photography skill but also it gives you an absolutely fulfilling joy of bringing your own photos to life through development.
If you want to learn more about how to develop your first quality photography film, then take the first step today, scroll up and click the Buy Now button to get your copy of this book Now and develop your first film today.
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Piano Exam Pieces 2023 & 2024, ABRSM Grade 5: Selected from the 2023 & 2024 syllabus (ABRSM Exam Pieces)
This book contains nine pieces from ABRSM’s Grade 5 Piano syllabus for 2023 & 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. A version of this book with audio download is also available.Read more
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Little Pianist. Piano Songbook for Kids: Beginner Piano Sheet Music for Children with 55 Songs (+ Free Audio)
One of the biggest mistakes when someone starts learning to play the piano is playing songs with their index finger instead of using all fingers and both hands. Most piano sheet music books for kids have notes for practicing with the right hand only, which encourages the ‘plinky-plonk’ playing that children should avoid.In this book, however, all songs have treble and bass clef notes for practicing with both hands!
So, suppose you are looking for a diverse collection of large-print piano sheet music for kids, young learners, or adult students that are simple enough for beginners to play and show letters (note names), numbers (fingerings), and lyrics. In that case, this is the perfect book for you.
In this book, you will get:
- 55 BEGINNER PIANO SONGS FOR KIDS — All songs have been arranged especially for young learners. This means that all complex chords and rhythms have been simplified. Also, all the pieces are kept relatively short, only one or two pages long. This will allow your child to enter the magic world of piano without frustration.
- FROM EASIEST TO HARDEST – Are you tired of searching for piano pieces with the appropriate difficulty? At the beginning of this book, you will find very simple songs, and then they gradually get more challenging as the book progresses. This will keep your child motivated and enable them to progress through the levels.
- DIFFERENT TYPES OF SONGS – You will get a diverse selection of pieces: well-known children’s songs and nursery rhymes and simplified classical pieces, as well as famous English evergreens and international folk songs. This varied selection of easy sheet music will fuel your kid’s enjoyment when practicing the piano.
- WITH LETTERS AND NUMBERS – The most straightforward songs in this book are presented with letters above the music notes to help you know what keys to press. However, as the pieces get more complex, the note names have been deliberately left out to encourage note recognition. All songs include finger placements (numbers) in problem areas.
- LARGE PRINT – Most music notes for beginners are pretty small, so learners struggle to read them without squinting. To avoid this, all songs in this book have a clear layout and large print for students to follow the pieces easily.
- NOTES FOR BOTH HANDS – Most easy piano pieces for children have notes for practicing one hand only, encouraging them to play songs with only their index finger. The proper technique, however, is playing with all fingers and both hands. That’s why all pieces in this book are in both treble and bass clef (i.e., both right and left hand).
- FREE AUDIO FILES TO DOWNLOAD – Do you want to get an idea of what a piece should sound like? If you are unsure how to play a piece, our audio files will help you get a feel for the melody.
Buy this book NOW and enter the splendid world of piano and music.
This book also makes a perfect gift idea, birthday gift or Christmas present!
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Piano Exam Pieces 2023 & 2024, ABRSM Grade 6: Selected from the 2023 & 2024 syllabus (ABRSM Exam Pieces)
This book contains nine pieces from ABRSM’s Grade 6 Piano syllabus for 2023 & 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. A version of this book with audio download is also available.Read more
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By John Thompson John Thompson’s Easiest Piano Course – Part 2 – Book Only: Part 2 – Book Only
Title: John Thompson’s Easiest Piano Course – Part 2 – Book Only( Part 2 – Book Only) Binding: Paperback Author: JohnThompson Publisher: WillisMusicCompanyRead more
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Faber Piano Adventures: Accelerated Piano Adventures for the Older Beginner – Lesson Book 1: Accelerated – Lesson Book 1
Book 1 covers fundamental rhythms, all the notes of the grand staff, C position, G position.Read more
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Violin Exam Pieces from 2024, ABRSM Grade 1, Violin Part & Piano Accompaniment (ABRSM Exam Pieces)
This book contains nine pieces from ABRSM’s Grade 1 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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Cinemas in Britain: 100 Years of Cinema Architecture
Despite an uneven history in terms of its popularity, the cinema continues to play an important role in British culture and cinema buildings are a vital part of communities across the country. This fascinating book is a comprehensive examination of the history of the cinema building in Britain, from its 19th-century origins right up to the present day.Read more
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Encyclopedia Madonnica
The press reports her every move, her fans defend her every faux pas as if she were divine, her detractors think she’s the devil in a bustier, and Norman Mailer thinks she’s our “greatest living female artist.” In short, Madonna is the biggest star in the world.
Unlike some stars, Madonna isn’t famous simply for being famous. She’s carved her popularity and her notoriety out of chart-busting singles, sold-out tours, movie roles in Desperately Seeking Susan and Dick Tracy, her best-selling book, Sex, and the most artistically sound music videos in the genre.
Encyclopedia Madonnica appraises all aspects of Madonna’s brilliant career, but it doesn’t stop there. With a book chock-full of fabulous photos, Matthew Rettenmund has compiled information on Madonna from her childhood in Michigan and her early years in New York, as well as from her heady international success and her present status as unpredictable provocateur, insatiable sex siren, and pop culture goddess. In hilarious, info-packed entries, Rettenmund pokes fun at everything from Madonna-hatred to Madonna herself, all from a Madonna-friendly stance.
Encyclopedia Madonnica is a fan’s dream come true. It’s the first appraisal of all things Madonna that documents the entire Madonna phenomenon and gives the star credit where credit is due. Matthew Rettenmund’s irreverent writing style also manages to capture what happens to be Madonna’s major appeal: FUN. If you’ve ever had fun listening to, watching, or thinking about Madonna, you’ll love Encyclopedia Madonnica.Read more
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Take Nothing For Granted: Tales from an Unexpected Life
‘Jaw-dropping experiences’ – THE SUN
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‘So so good! Am listening to the audio book and your stories are funny and fascinating!!’ – READER REVIEW
‘From the opening chapter I was hooked’ – READER REVIEW
‘this is a great book, its funny and moving all at the same time’ – READER REVIEW
‘Got it in audio . . . Ross’s voice just melts’ – READER REVIEW
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‘These are the stories of some of the things that have happened to me: the funny things, the scary things, the exciting things; the things that have made me who I am. I don’t want to start at the beginning and tell them in chronological order because that’s not the way my brain works. And this certainly isn’t going to be one of those books of life lessons . . .
‘I’ve always been passionate about finding and telling stories. And now, for the first time, here are mine.’
Famous for his portrayal of TV hardman Grant Mitchell and as the maker of documentaries exploring the most dangerous people and places on the planet, BAFTA-winning Ross Kemp is one of the UK’s best known TV stars. Here, Ross shares tales from his remarkable life.
From his childhood in Essex, where he used to pretend the woods behind his house were the Amazon rainforest, to finding himself travelling through the real thing thirty years later, Ross’s life has taken many twists and turns. Through it all there’s been no plan, no roadmap, no strategy. Ross has gone from one wild adventure to the next, and never quite felt like he’s fitted in anywhere.
From getting lost at sea to setting a sacred island on fire, auditioning for his part on EastEnders to filming in active war zones across the world, these are the heart-warming, hilarious and hard-hitting stories of some of the unexpected adventures that have happened along the way.
Warm, energetic and endlessly entertaining, it is a fascinating snapshot of a life lived to the full.
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Joe Wilkinson: My (Illustrated) Autobiography
‘Joyfully absurd and hilarious.’ ADAM KAY
Here before you is Joe Wilkinson’s brilliantly absurd account of his time on – and briefly off – planet Earth.
Through cartoon stories (illustrated by Henry Paker) Joe recounts the defining moments and bizarre encounters of his life – from his schoolboy misfortunes to his formative years on the dating scene, to his money-making schemes and globetrotting adventures.
With tall stories including…
-Winning ‘most nits’ at school
-That time I threw a turd into a tornado
-Becoming the bad boy of fly tipping
-The disastrous double date
-My car airbag addiction
-The time I tunnelled too far out of prison and ended up in the prison next door
-The real reason Bigfoot went into hiding…this book is a delightfully absurd journey into the mind of a comic maverick.
Hilarious, heart-warming and utterly unique, Joe Wilkinson: My Autobiography is the off-the-wall life story of one of our most beloved and unorthodox comedians.
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