Examining the massive social changes that reshaped the Middle East over the long nineteenth century, this study of the 'Nahda', a cultural renaissance in the Arab world, presents a crucial and often overlooked part of the Arab world's encounter with global capitalist modernity.
Bon vivant, racing-car champion, entrepreneur, wheeler-dealer, and champion- maker - this is the life of the irrepressible, effervescent Fred Opert, who went from jail to success as race-car importer/dealer, race team owner and F1 team manager before tragedy caused him to walk away from the sport he loved.
When Peter Hill, a student at Dundee College of Art, answered an advert in The Scotsman seeking lighthouse keepers, little did he imagine that within a month he would be living with three men he didn't know in a lighthouse on Pladda, a small remote island off the west coast of Scotland. Hill was nineteen, it was 1973 and, with his head fed by Vietnam, Zappa, Kerouac, Vonnegut, Watergate and Coronation Street, he spent six months on various lighthouses, "keeping" with all manner of unusual and fascinating people. Within thirty years this way of life was to have disappeared entirely. The resulting book is a charming and beautifully written memoir that is not only a heartfelt lament for Hill's own youth and innocence but also for a simpler and more honest age.
This guide delves into Stravinsky's groundbreaking composition, offering insights into its revolutionary aspects and historical significance. It presents a thorough analysis that makes complex concepts accessible, catering to both music enthusiasts and newcomers. By exploring the context and impact of the work, the book illuminates Stravinsky's innovative techniques and their influence on the evolution of modern music.
Focusing on the essential skills for practicing child and adolescent psychiatry, this book provides an engaging and authoritative exploration of the field. It includes educational vignettes that illustrate key concepts and techniques, making it a valuable resource for both practitioners and students. The practical insights and real-life examples enhance understanding and application of psychiatric practices tailored to younger populations.
The story revolves around the intense connection formed between the protagonist and the charming Cooper Haywood. His affability and striking looks quickly captivate her, leading to an emotional awakening that catches her off guard. As their relationship develops, the protagonist finds herself deeply drawn to him, leaving her vulnerable and questioning the implications of falling for someone so enchanting.
Set in the year 2204, the story unfolds in The Bibliotek, the world’s largest library, which houses 75 subterranean levels of books. As the last refuge for literature, it faces an uncertain future, hinting at challenges and mysteries that threaten its existence. The narrative promises an exploration of the significance of books and knowledge in a dystopian world.
This book assembles a rounded picture of one of the longest and most important piano works of the twentieth century, including historical evaluation, analysis and performance studies. Accessibly written and containing unique insights into Messiaen's methods, this book will appeal to a range of readers including students, musicologists and pianists.
An accessible guide to the medicines commonly prescribed to children with ADHD. This book will support parents in discussion with medical professionals and sheds light on the differences between medications, their effectiveness and the decisions that go into prescribing certain medicines.
The author's story begins in 1946. He recalls a UK canalside cottage and an early family crisis. He moves rapidly onwards to his sporting school years and forward to his active service at sea from age 16. His narrative includes accounts of early worldwide voyages as a Cadet Officer in the British Merchant Navy. Here is an 'all oceans' story. The author credits his own survival to 'the Grace of God and the kindness of strangers'. His account also refers in verse to the inspiring endurance of an albatross, first observed as a 17-year-old officer in training during a 1963 wild-ocean voyage to South Africa.Deep Seas and Tall Ships - A title inspired by the author's first 14-month deep ocean voyages and his long service in UK Tall Ships. Sea service was to mould six decades of the author's active life. He made regular voyages in Atlantic hurricanes and ice. His mid-life BA degree was supported financially by regular employment on worldwide subsea cable projects. The author splices in his salt-stained verse, employing his award-winning poetic style. He includes his recent war poem recalling the daylight bombing of RFA ships during the 1982 Falklands war entitled: Sir Galahad - a Lament. His 25-year span of service in UK Tall Ships ended in 2015.