[PDF] King Of The Wild West At The Lone Tree Or Stella Finds The Mother Lode eBook

Author : Carol Strickland
Publisher : Andrews McMeel Publishing
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 42,3 MB
Release : 2007-10
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780740768729

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Like music, art is a universal language. Although looking at works of art is a pleasurable enough experience, to appreciate them fully requires certain skills and knowledge." --Carol Strickland, from the introduction to The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern * This heavily illustrated crash course in art history is revised and updated. This second edition of Carol Strickland's The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern offers an illustrated tutorial of prehistoric to post-modern art from cave paintings to video art installations to digital and Internet media. * Featuring succinct page-length essays, instructive sidebars, and more than 300 photographs, The Annotated Mona Lisa: A Crash Course in Art History from Prehistoric to Post-Modern takes art history out of the realm of dreary textbooks, demystifies jargon and theory, and makes art accessible-even at a cursory reading. * From Stonehenge to the Guggenheim and from Holbein to Warhol, more than 25,000 years of art is distilled into five sections covering a little more than 200 pages.

Author : Daryl Tarte
Publisher : ANU Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 40,57 MB
Release : 2014-11-11
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1925022056

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Few people have been in the unique position of being able to observe and record the dramatic changes that have taken place in the islands of Fiji over the past 80 years than fourth-generation citizen, Daryl Tarte. He writes emotively, in great detail, about his personal experience of growing up on a remote island during the colonial era, when races were segregated, and white people lived an elite existence. Following independence, he has been personally involved with many of the key economic, political and social activities that have evolved and enabled the nation to progress during the 20th century. These include the sugar industry, tourism, commerce and industry, religion, the media, women and of course, the coups. His observations into the complexities of leadership in these areas of national development are fascinating and perceptive. Much of the story is told through the eyes of the many people of all races with whom he has interacted. Fiji is made up of over 300 unique islands. Tarte has been to many of them, and in a final chapter he gives an insightful commentary of how different they all are.

Author : James Woodress
Publisher : U of Nebraska Press
Page : 654 pages
File Size : 35,50 MB
Release : 1989-01-01
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780803297081

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Drawing on letters, interviews, speeches, and reminiscences, looks at the life and career of the American novelist.

Author : Eric Burns
Publisher : Temple University Press
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 46,91 MB
Release : 2006-10-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9781592134823

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From the author of The Spirits of America, an energetic history of tobacco use.

Author : William Caruthers
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 28,42 MB
Release : 2023-10-28
Category : History
ISBN :

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In William Caruthers' 'Loafing Along Death Valley Trails', readers are taken on a literary journey through the rugged landscapes of Death Valley, where they encounter fascinating tales of exploration, survival, and the human spirit. Caruthers' writing style is marked by its vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, making this book a compelling read for anyone interested in the history and folklore of the American West. The author's attention to detail immerses the reader in the harsh yet beautiful terrain of Death Valley, bringing to life the struggles and triumphs of those who dared to venture into this unforgiving wilderness. Caruthers' work is a valuable contribution to the literary landscape of the West, offering a unique perspective on a region that has captivated explorers and storytellers for generations. Readers who enjoy historical narratives and adventure tales will find 'Loafing Along Death Valley Trails' both informative and entertaining, a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the essence of the American frontier.