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Modernism : a very short introduction / by Butler, Christopher,1940-;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 111-114) and index.The modernist work -- Modernist movements and cultural tradition -- The modernist artist -- Modernism and politics."Why do cultures depend so much on mythical illusions to the past? Could the bicycle chained to the gate next door be a work of art? How do human beings really think, when they are not speaking? How do high and low culture relate to one another? Why do we need the 'progressive' and the 'new'?" "In this Very Short Introduction Christopher Butter looks at the many innovations created by Modernist thinkers and artists, showing how powerful ideas and formal experiment have produced the music, painting, and literature which has informed all aspects of 20th and 21st century life." "A thoroughly good idea. Snappy, small format ... stylish design ... perfect to pop into your pocket for spare moments' Lisa Jardine, The Times" "A very good Idea, these Very Short Introduction, a new concept from OUP' Nicholas Lezard, Guardian." --
Subjects: Nonfiction.; Modernism (Art); Modernism (Literature); Modernism (Aesthetics); 02.01 history of science and culture.; Modernism (Aesthetics); Modernism (Art); Modernism (Literature); Modernism (culture); Literature.; Arts.;
© 2010., Oxford University Press,
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Beautiful Word: Luke. by Harper, Lisa,actor.; HarperChristian Resources (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Lisa HarperOriginally produced by HarperChristian Resources in 2023.Bible teacher Lisa Harper exposes the utter humanity and compassion of Jesus shared by Luke. Dive deep into the well of perhaps the most common-man exposition of what a gift Jesus is in this new Beautiful Word Series study.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Literature.; Arts.; Social sciences.; Philosophy and religion.; Instructional films.; Documentary films.; Artists.; Religion.; Christianity.; Bible.; Art and architecture.;
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Total THB. [graphic novel] / by Pope, Paul,author,illustrator.;
Mars is a planet divided. In the north, the bohemian Plutonium City teems with music and art. In the south, the people of Velo City are stifled by an oppressive bureaucracy with a tightening grip. And it is in Velo City that we find HR Watson, the sheltered daughter of a wealthy industrialist, and THB, her loyal but mysterious bodyguard who can expand from a tiny rubber ball to a nine-foot-tall humanoid with just a splash of water. To HR, THB is a novelty--a strange new toy of dubious value. But when she finds herself in the crosshairs of her father's enemies, HR will quickly discover the true extent of THB's power.
Subjects: Science fiction comics.; Graphic novels.; Bodyguards; Robots;
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The Secret Art of Human Flight. by Mendoza, H.P.,film director.; Rosenmeyer, Grant,actor.; DeVito, Lucy,actor.; Grace, Maggie,actor.; Robinson, Nican,actor.; Raci, Paul,actor.; Ramamurthy, Sendhil,actor.; Level 33 Entertainment (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Grant Rosenmeyer, Lucy DeVito, Maggie Grace, Nican Robinson, Paul Raci, Sendhil RamamurthyOriginally produced by Level 33 Entertainment in 2023.After the death of his wife, Ben Grady (Grant Rosenmeyer) stumbles upon a self-help book by an enigmatic guru named “Mealworm” (Paul Raci), who claims to have harnessed the power to fly. The book arrives…and so does Mealworm, forcing Ben to navigate his family life, accusations of foul play, and the bizarre rituals laid before him in the hopes of healing and, just maybe, achieving flight.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Motion pictures.; Comedy films.; Science fiction.; Fantasy films.;
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Punk Rock Vegan Movie. by Moby,film director.; Navarro, Dave,actor.; Havok, Davey,actor.; Moby,actor.; Zombie, Rob,actor.; Kanal, Tony,actor.; Stadium Media (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Dave Navarro, Davey Havok, Moby, Rob Zombie, Tony KanalOriginally produced by Stadium Media in 2023.PUNK ROCK VEGAN MOVIE is a feature-length documentary written and directed (and shot and scored) by Moby. It looks at the surprising history of punk rock and animal rights activism, features interviews with dozens of punk rock legends, and also cameos from Bagel the dog, the devil, and a boardroom of demons.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Arts.; Science.; Social sciences.; Music.; Environmental sciences.; History, Modern.; Documentary films.; Artists.; Current affairs.; Health.; History.; Environmentalism.; Political participation.; Animal rights.; Food industry and trade.; Animals.; Animal welfare.; Musicians.; Nutrition.; Vegetarianism.; Political activists.; Performing arts.;
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American Mirror. by Balder, Arthur,film director.; Sarandon, Susan,actor.; Filmhub, Inc. (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Susan SarandonOriginally produced by Filmhub, Inc. in 2018.Oscar-winner Susan Sarandon and painter Tigran Tsitoghdzyahn explore the ups and downs of aging in a social media-driven world as he tries to paint her portrait in Arthur Balder's multi-awarded, rule-breaking, non-linear, Lynchian art house masterpiece.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Art.; Arts.; Photography.; Experimental films.; Social sciences.; Motion pictures.; Psychology.; Mental health.; Health.; Documentary films.; Women's studies.; Artists.; Older people--Mental health.; Painting.; Beauty, Personal.; Mass media and gender.; Actors.; Aging--Psychological aspects.; Art and architecture.;
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The Montessori child : a parent's guide to raising capable children with creative minds and compassionate hearts / by Davies, Simone,author.; Uzodike, Junnifa,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."From the bestselling authors of The Montessori Toddler and The Montessori Baby, The Montessori Child guides parents in using the principals of Montessori to raise their school-aged children in ways that assist their development and foster a respectful relationship between parent and child and world. When children are given independence, the tools to succeed, and the encouragement to build on their abilities, it's amazing what they can achieve. The newest book in the bestselling Montessori series is an everything-you-need-to-know guide to raising your school-aged child (from 3-12 years old, with a bonus chapter for the teen years) in the Montessori way. Educators Simone Davies and Junnifa Uzodike provide an in-depth, practical guide to incorporating Montessori principles into readers' everyday lives, with advice on everything from setting up your home in ways that encourage curiosity and independence to supporting your child's social and moral development with a balance of limit-setting and age-appropriate freedoms. The book includes dozens of hands-on activities to help foster your child's love of numbers and literacy, art and science, and ones that encourage community-building, social awareness, and connection with the natural world. The Montessori Child offers a powerful alternative for parents who feel that family life has gotten too complicated by showing parents how to make more intentional choices for your family, how to better understand the needs of your children, and support them as they develop their unique potential"--
Subjects: Home and school.; Montessori method of education.; Parenting.;
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The Conqueror. by Nunez, William,film director.; Okonedo, Sophie,actor.; Blue Fox Entertainment (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Sophie OkonedoOriginally produced by Blue Fox Entertainment in 2023.Hollywood's infamous flop, "The Conqueror," stars John Wayne as Genghis Khan, embodying a slew of racist and sexist problems. Its enduring notoriety stems from the tragic fact that nearly half its cast and crew developed cancer, revealing a tale of government deception and negligent production choices, highlighting the devastating impact of nuclear fallout…Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Arts.; Science.; Motion pictures.; Environmental sciences.; Documentary films.; Artists.; Health.;
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Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets [videorecording (BLURAY)] / by Rihanna,1988-actor.; Besson, Luc,film director,screenwriter.; DeHaan, Dane,1987-actor.; Delevingne, Cara,1992-actor.; Hawke, Ethan,1970-actor.; Owen, Clive,actor.; Silla, Virginie,film producer.; motion picture adaptation of (work):Christin, Pierre.Valerian, Empire des milles planètes.; Entertainment One (Firm : Canada),publisher.; Europacorp Distribution,presenter.; TF1 Films Production,production company.;
Dane Dehaan, Cara Delevingne, Clive Owen, Rihanna, Ethan Hawke.In the 28th century, Valerian and Laureline are a team of special operatives charged with maintaining order throughout the human territories. Under assignment from the Minister of Defense, the two embark on a mission to the astonishing city of Alpha. A mystery is at the center of Alpha, a dark force which threatens the peaceful existence of the city.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.Blu-ray disc (requires Blu-ray player for playback) ; anamorphic widescreen format (2.40:1 aspect ratio) ; Dolby Atmos 5.1, Dolby digital 5.1, 2.0.
Subjects: Feature films.; Science fiction films.; Christin, Pierre.; Human beings; Space and time;
For private home use only.
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Finn and Poe team up! / by Millici, Nate,author.; Parisi, Andrea,illustrator.; Krysinski, Grzegorz,illustrator.; Disney Book Group.;
When Poe is captured by the First Order it is up to Finn to rescue Poe.
Subjects: Adventure stories.; Fiction.; Juvenile works.; Action and adventure fiction.; Fiction.; Juvenile works.; Science fiction.; Action and adventure fiction.; Science fiction.; Extraterrestrial beings; Space warfare; Extraterrestrial beings; Space warfare; Adventure and adventurers; Extraterrestrial beings.; Space warfare.; Adventure stories.; JUVENILE FICTION; JUVENILE FICTION; JUVENILE FICTION; Extraterrestrial beings.; Space warfare.;
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