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Jonathan Miller

    Jonathan Miller fue un director de teatro y ópera, autor e intelectual público británico, cuyo trabajo tendió puentes entre los reinos del arte y la ciencia. Inicialmente formado como médico, alcanzó la fama en la década de 1960 como creador e intérprete de revistas satíricas. Más tarde se convirtió en uno de los principales directores de ópera del mundo, célebre por sus puestas en escena innovadoras y a menudo provocativas que aportaron nuevas perspectivas a las obras clásicas. Su extensa carrera también abarcó la escritura y el intelectualismo público, caracterizada por su ingenio distintivo y su agudo enfoque.

    Palestine
    Subsequent Performances
    Sharks
    The Facts of Life
    Stripped: Depeche Mode
    Freud
    • A short, hilarious primer to modern France. Dental hygienists are illegal, yet the French exchange a staggering 184 billion kisses every year and many more crazy little French quirks.

      France, a Nation on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown2024
      3,8
    • Truly Blessed

      Wirklich Gesegnet Vere Bgatus

      • 122 páginas
      • 5 horas de lectura

      My book is about my interpretation of good over evil, how God takes a simple young man to a man with true values, who became a warrior of God and charity and humbleness to the end, and how God shows how wisdom is the only way to live, the ugliness of violence and crimes to the man that finds unconditional love in a woman that needs her knight and shining armor.

      Truly Blessed2023
    • Maybe They Left Tools in My Brain

      • 252 páginas
      • 9 horas de lectura

      The book features a personal journal entry that captures a moment in time, reflecting on thoughts, feelings, and experiences from November 17, 2006. It offers an intimate glimpse into the author's life, revealing insights into their emotions, challenges, and daily occurrences. The narrative may explore themes of nostalgia, personal growth, or the passage of time, inviting readers to connect with the author's journey on a deeper level.

      Maybe They Left Tools in My Brain2021
    • The ghost town of Shakespeare, NM sits at the end of America and perhaps the edge of the earth. Was it also visited by aliens in 1947, the same year as the Roswell incident? Denny Song claims that he shot at deputies near Shakespeare because the "aliens made him do it." When his sister, budding attorney Denise Song, comes to town, she raises the insanity defense to save her brother. But suppose he's telling the truth? Denise has secrets of her own and soon finds herself in a courtroom drama that could unlock a vast conspiracy involving law enforcement, the military and perhaps parties unknown. And can she trust her new boyfriend, the mysterious stranger who seems to have the files that could blow this case wide open?

      The Shakespeare Incident2021
    • Each football skill is illustrated with action photographs, detailed diagrams and easy-to-follow instructions.

      50 football skills2014
      3,1
    • S knížkou Jaro, léto, podzim, zima poznají nejmenší čtenáři všechna roční období, procvičí si slovní zásobu, soustředění a rozlišovací schopnosti. Tato knížka je nejen ideální příležitostí k učení hrou, ale i k společnému setkávání rodičů a dětí.

      Jaro, léto, podzim, zima2012
    • Sharks

      • 64 páginas
      • 3 horas de lectura

      Dramatic underwater photography shows sharks hunting, feeding and attacking, how they sense other fish and what drives them into feeding frenzies.

      Sharks2008
      4,4
    • Palestine

      History of a Lost Nation

      • 384 páginas
      • 14 horas de lectura

      Set in the vibrant backdrop of London, this book weaves a compelling narrative that explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of human relationships. Through richly developed characters, it delves into their struggles and triumphs, offering a poignant reflection on life's challenges. The author's evocative prose captures the essence of the city and its diverse inhabitants, making it a thought-provoking read that resonates with anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of modern life.

      Palestine2008
      4,4
    • Snakes

      • 64 páginas
      • 3 horas de lectura

      Did you know that a King Cobra's bite contains enough poison to kill 20 people? This text includes many fascinating facts and records about the world of snakes. It features photographs, detailed illustrations and suggested Web site addresses.

      Snakes2008
      4,2