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 Frederic Lombardi, "Allan Dwan and the Rise and Decline of the Hollywood Studios" English | 2013 | ISBN: 0786434856 | PDF | pages: 383 | 7.7 mb It could be said that the career of Canadian-born film director Allan Dwan (1885-1981) began at the dawn of the American motion picture industry. Originally a scriptwriter, Dwan became a director purely by accident. Even so, his creativity and problem-solving skills propelled him to the top of his profession. He achieved success with numerous silent film performers, most spectacularly with Douglas Fairbanks Sr. and Gloria Swanson, and later with such legendary stars as Shirley Temple and John Wayne. Though his star waned in the sound era, Dwan managed to survive through pluck and ingenuity. Considering himself better off without the fame he enjoyed during the silent era, he went on to do some of his best work for second-echelon studios (notably Republic Pictures' Sands of Iwo Jima) and such independent producers as Edward Small. Along the way, Dwan also found personal happiness in an unconventional manner. Rich in detail with two columns of text in each of its nearly 400 pages, and with more than 150 photographs, this book presents a thorough examination of Allan Dwan and separates myth from truth in his life and films.  Geoffrey J. Martin, "All Possible Worlds: A History of Geographical Ideas" English | 2005 | ISBN: 0195168704 | PDF | pages: 549 | 41.8 mb Updated and revised to include theoretical and other developments, bibliographical additions, new photographs and illustrations, and expanded name and subject indexes, the fourth edition of All Possible Worlds: A History of Geographical Ideas is the most complete and comprehensive book of its kind. The text also features a layout and readability that make the material easy to navigate and understand.  James K. Hoffmeier, "Akhenaten and the Origins of Monotheism" English | ISBN: 0199792089 | 2015 | EPUB | 312 pages | 36 MB Pharaoh Akhenaten, who reigned for seventeen years in the fourteenth century B.C.E, is one of the most intriguing rulers of ancient Egypt. His odd appearance and his preoccupation with worshiping the sun disc Aten have stimulated academic discussion and controversy for more than a century. Despite the numerous books and articles about this enigmatic figure, many questions about Akhenaten and the Atenism religion remain unanswered.  Age Of Pandemics (1817-1920): How they shaped India and the World by Chinmay Tumbe 2020 | ISBN: 9353579457 | English | 280 pages | EPUB | 2 MB From lockdowns to lock-ups, viruses to vaccination, the movement of people to the movement of bowels, from rats to cats, and more, The Age of Pandemics chronicles the many facets of the cholera, plague and influenza pandemics, which claimed over 70 million lives between 1817 and 1920, with India being the epicentre in all these episodes. A time otherwise known for the worldwide spread of the industrial revolution, imperialism and globalization, the period between the early nineteenth century and the early twentieth century was also the age of pandemics. This book documents the scale of devastation, the likely causes and consequences, and the resilience with which people faced those uncertain times. It also provides the first comprehensive coverage of the worlds greatest demographic disaster ever to descend upon a country in a short period of time - the influenza pandemic in India in 1918 - which claimed more lives than all the battle casualties of World War I. And it shows the continuing relevance of learning from those times to tackle contemporary challenges, such as COVID-19.  Advanced Technologies and Wireless Networks Beyond 4G by Nathan Blaunstein English | 2021 | ISBN: 111969244X | 252 Pages | PDF | 8 MB  Abstract Coloring Book by Speedy Publishing Books English | April 9, 2015 | ISBN: 1681459744 | 46 pages | PDF | 2.78 Mb The contents of this activity book are reserved for the more serious coloring enthusiasts. Made up of abstract designs that contain little to bold details, the book allows for your creativity. Color each detail however you want and you will know how well you mix color patterns to make it appealing. Coloring helps relieve you from stress, teach you about art and promote coordination.  A brief history of Central America By Lynn V. Foster 2007 | 353 Pages | ISBN: 081606671X | PDF | 5 MB A Brief History of Central America, Second Edition explores the history of the Central American isthmus from the pre-Columbian cultures to the contemporary nations that make up the region today: Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama. This second edition brings the history of the region up to date with new developments, including recent elections, the continued struggle with the aftermath of the civil wars, and the impact of the free trade agreement signed with the United States in 2003/2004.  A Pictorial History of Costume From Ancient Times to the Nineteenth Century: With Over 1900 Illustrated Costumes, Including 1000 in Full Color (Dover Fashion and Costumes) by Wolfgang Bruhn, Max Tilke 2004 | ISBN: 0486435423 | English | 176 pages | EPUB | 42 MB A classic in its field, this splendid guide to fashion history takes readers on a grand tour of the world, starting in ancient Egypt, circa 2200 B.C., and continuing on to the late nineteenth century. Handsome, accurately rendered illustrations depict a vast treasure trove of wearing apparel - furs, veils, ruffs, pointed bodices, and sashes abound, as do cloaks, leggings, waistcoats, breeches, military uniforms, and assorted head- and footwear.  Gregory Claeys, Robert Owen, "A New View of Society and Other Writings" English | 2007 | ASIN: B002RI95JA | EPUB | pages: 419 | 1.2 mb In his early works Owen argues that, since individuals are wholly formed by their environment, education is the crucial factor in transforming them. Later he came to adopt far more radical positions, proposing nothing less than 'the emancipation ofmankind' and the creation of a 'new moral world', a full-scale reorganization of British society, major reforms of working practices and the Poor Laws and the establishment of co-operative model.  Alecia McKenzie, "A Million Aunties" English | 2020 | ISBN: 1617758922, 1617759546 | 160 pages | EPUB | 2.2 MB After a personal tragedy upends his world, American-born artist Chris travels to his mother's homeland in the Caribbean hoping to find some peace and tranquility. He plans to spend his time painting in solitude and coming to terms with his recent loss and his fractured relationship with his father. Instead, he discovers a new extended and complicated "family." The people he meets help him to heal, even as he supports them in unexpected ways. Told from different points of view, this is a compelling novel about unlikely love, friendship, and community, with surprises along the way. |
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