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Frans de Waal
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California
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My Family Album: Thirty Years of Primate Photography
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If you have a fascination with primates and appreciate the delicacies of animal behavior, Frans B. M. Waal's 'My Family Album' offers a unique perspective. Through the lens of three decades' worth of photography, you’ll not only enjoy the visual journey but also gain insights from a leading expert in the field, turning every page into an intimate experience with these charismatic creatures.
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Martin Kemp
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Oxford
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Christ to Coke: How Image Becomes Icon
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If you're fascinated by how certain images become ingrained in our culture, "Christ to Coke" is an insightful read. Martin Kemp delves into the stories and forces behind iconic symbols, offering a compelling exploration of visual culture. This book could broaden your understanding of the power of imagery and symbol in society, an intriguing topic for anyone interested in art, history, or media studies.
Xi Tian, Jing Wang |
Hong
Kong
University
Press
Lens on China: Intermediate and Advanced Readings on Film for Learning Chinese
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If you're looking to enhance your Mandarin skills and gain cultural insight, "Lens on China" might be the book for you. It's more than a language textbook; it's an immersion into contemporary Chinese society via cinema. You'll appreciate the way it balances language learning with sociocultural exploration, providing a rich and engaging experience that goes beyond traditional study methods. Each film becomes a doorway not only to better language proficiency but also to a deeper understanding of the vibrance and complexity of modern China.
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If you've ever questioned the influence of art in our world today, "Art Can Help" might offer you a fresh perspective. Robert Adams dives into the meaningful discourse of art's purpose in society with a tender yet compelling voice. His articulate reflections, especially on the works of Edward Hopper, provide a stirring narrative that could rekindle your appreciation for the quiet power of artistic expression. It's a touching read that aligns personal gratitude with civic relevance through the lens of photography and fine art.
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Richard J. Smith
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Oxford
University
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Chinese Almanacs - Images of Asia
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If you're intrigued by how ancient cultures found harmony and guidance through yearly cycles, you'd appreciate the depth of this book. Exploring Chinese almanacs opens a vista into traditional beliefs and practices that guided everyday life, offering a perspective that's both educational and fascinating.
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Mark D. Fullerton
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Cambridge
University
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Greek Art
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This book would be a good read for anyone interested in delving into the captivating world of Greek art. With its fresh perspective on the political, social, and religious significance of Greek art, it offers valuable insights into the cultural context and craftsmanship of this classical era. Through its focus on the relationship between visual and narrative history, it unveils how art played a pivotal role in the construction of meaning and the conveyance of personal and communal identity. Whether you are an art enthusiast or history buff, this book is sure to captivate and enlighten you.
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Alastair Fothergill, Mark Brownlow, Vanessa Berlowitz |
University
Of
California
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Planet Earth: As You've Never Seen It Before
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This book is a must-read for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. With its breathtaking photographs and rare footage, it takes you on an immersive journey, unveiling the hidden marvels of our planet. From the depths of the ocean to the highest mountain peaks, you'll witness the beauty and diversity of nature like never before. Prepare to be amazed and inspired as you explore the untouched corners of our Earth and discover the incredible creatures that call it home. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure that will leave you in awe of our planet's wonders.
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Ronald G. Knapp
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University
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Hawaii
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House Home Family : Living and Being Chinese
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Drawing on the work of leading scholars in the fields of anthropology, architecture, art, art history, geography, and history, House Home Family explores and analyzes the functional, social, and symbolic attributes of Chinese dwellings. It goes beyond generalization to clarify the diverse nature of house, home, and family in China, exploring such topics as the Chinese garden as an integral part of living, house-building ritual and fengshui, architectural aesthetics, the inter-relatedness of furniture and architecture, preservation of historical structures, the structure and development of the family (jia), gender and household space, the role of lineage in the construction of ritual and social space, the function and meaning of the architectural division of space, and domestic space and privacy. The Chinese house, the elementary space in which a family lives and works, resonates the tensions between continuity and innovation that characterize China today. As a dynamic instrument of socialization and a domain of propriety, its "inner" and "outer" spaces as well as ornamentation and ritual helped shape the identity of the Chinese and simultaneously serve as a reflection of this identity. This inaugural volume in the series Spatial Making and Meaning in Asia’s Vernacular Architecture contains more than five hundred illustrations, most in color and including a number of rare drawings that demonstrate the richness of domestic architecture and living patterns in traditional and contemporary China. Through its exploration of how Chinese families are organized and why Chinese construct their living spaces the way they do, this carefully researched, convincingly argues, and refreshingly insightful book yields a deeper and wider understanding of what it means to live and be Chinese. Nancy Berliner, Maggie Bickford, Francesca Bray, Myron L. Cohen, David Faure, James Flath, Wen Fong, Puaypeng Ho, Nancy Jervis, Ronald G. Knapp, Cary Liu, Kai-Yin Lo, Nancy Shatzman Steinhardt, Joseph Wang, Yan Yunxiang.
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Oxford University Press
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Oxford
University
Press
The World Encyclopedia
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Recommended as a great resource for students, educators and anyone seeking comprehensive knowledge, with engaging illustrations, timelines and feature boxes.
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Rex Gibson
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Cambridge
University
Press
Cambridge Student Guide To Twelfth Night
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A great resource for students to understand and analyze Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Provides detailed commentary on the text, historical and social context, language analysis, critical approaches, essay writing tips and recommended resources. Recommended for literature students studying Twelfth Night.
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W.J. Thomas Mitchell
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University
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Chicago
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Picture Theory : Essays on Verbal and Visual Representation
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This book delves into the complexities of visual representation and its impact on culture, consciousness, and politics. With a focus on movies like Spike Lee's "Do the Right Thing" and Oliver Stone's "JFK," the author examines how images can provoke public debate or fuel political violence, making it an essential read for those interested in media and cultural studies. The book proposes a "picture theory" that offers a new perspective on the interplay between the visual and the readable, providing valuable insights into the unique power of images.
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Su Fielder
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Oxford
University
Press
España,
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Oxford Literature Companions: The Merchant of Venice : With all you need to know for your 2022 assessments
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The Merchant of Venice is a complex play with many themes and characters. This guide helps break down each of those themes and characters, making it easier for students to understand. The Skills and Practice section is also a great tool to prepare for assessments.
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Ken-ichi Sasaki
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National
University
Of
Singapore
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Asian Aesthetics
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This book would be a good read for those who are curious about the artistic traditions and aesthetics of various Asian cultures. Through expert analysis and insights from specialists in different fields, it offers a comprehensive understanding of the commonalities and distinctive features of Asian aesthetics. Whether you are passionate about art, interested in philosophy, or simply fascinated by different cultures, this book will take you on a journey to explore the rich and diverse world of Asian aesthetics.
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Emily Hedges, Steve Luck, Oxford University Press |
Oxford
University
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Family Encyclopedia
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Oxford's Family Encyclopedia is an exceptional one-volume reference work that accommodates a wide range of subjects - science, biographies, art, architecture, sports, geography, technology, and more. With its 1,500 color illustrations and engaging write-ups, it's a great choice for families looking for a comprehensive reference book. It's affordable, convenient, and highly recommended for settling Jeopardy battles or helping out with homework.
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J. Paul Getty Museum
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Oxford
University
Press
Masterpieces of the J. Paul Getty Museum: Photographs
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Ranging from nineteenth-century daguerreotypes to more recent work by photographers such as Frederick Sommer and Manuel Alvarez Bravo, the J. Paul Getty Museums collection of more than one hundred thousand images ranks among the most comprehensive holdings of rare and important photographs inthe world.The latest addition to the Masterpieces of the J. Paul Getty Museum series--which includes volumes highlighting the Museums collections of antiquities, decorative arts, drawings, illuminated manuscripts, paintings, and sculpture--this volume gathers fifty representative selections from the museumsrenowned Photographs collection. Each image described in fascinating detail by the curatorial staff of the Department of Photographs at the Getty Museum. Including such classics as Walker Evanss Citizen in Downtown Havana, The Whisper of the Muse by Julia Margaret Cameron, and Georgia APortrait , by Alfred Stieglitz, the volume also features images by Carleton Watkins, André Kertész, Man Ray, Lisette Model, and many others. This book is also available in French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish.
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Scott Murray, Alissa Tanskaya, Raffaele Caputo |
Oxford
University
Press
Australian Film, 1978-94 : A Survey of Theatrical Features
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From Crocodile Dundee to Strictly Ballroom , from Breaker Morant to Mad Max , Australian film has delighted and moved audiences the world over. Now in a new edition, Australian Film makes available all the essential statistics on over 340 beloved feature films from leading film writers of thelast seventeen years, including Jane Campion, Jocelyn Moorhouse, Keith Connolly, Philippa Hawker, and Adrian Martin. This comprehensive and meticulously edited volume includes at least one superb still for each film covered, revealing a surprising number of local and international movie starsincluding Mel Gibson, Rachel Ward, Meryl Streep, Anthony Hopkins, Mia Farrow, Bryan Brown, Judy Davis, Sam Neill, Greta Scacchi, and Paul Hogan.The most in-depth look available at this important era in film-making, Australian Film is accessibly arranged with one film to a page. Each entry gives technical and cast credits which correct many factual errors and offers a succinct article covering the film's content and significance. Forthis second edition Scott Murray and his contributors assess the forty-two Australian films released in 1993 and 1994, detailing such international successes as Pricilla, Queen of the Desert , Sirens , and Muriel's Wedding . Also examined are films such as Mel Gibson's first and little-known movie Tim ,box office hits The Year of Living Dangerously , Green Card , and the Mad Max movies, and critically acclaimed films such as Strictly Ballroom , The Black Robe , My Brilliant Career , Breaker Morant , Gallipoli , The Man from Snowy River , The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith , and An Angel at My Table . The mostcomprehensive reference to the films of the past two decades, Australian Film will both delight and edify all serious movie-goers and film buffs.
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