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DK Eyewitness Top 10 Seattle (Pocket Travel Guide)
by DK EyewitnessPlanning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the best that Seattle offers and ensuring that you don't miss anything. The pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable, the perfect companion while out and about.With a new lightweight format, this Seattle travel guide is perfect for your pocket or bag when you’re on the move.Inside, you'll find: - Top 10 lists of Seattle's must-sees, including Pike Place Market, Discovery Park, Seattle Center, Pioneer Square, and the waterfront - Seattle's most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping - Themed lists, including the best outdoor activities, museums, restaurants, day trips to islands and towns, and much more - Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week - A laminated pull-out map of Seattle, plus five full-colour area maps DK Eyewitness's Top 10s have been helping travellers make the most of their breaks since 2002.Take the work out of planning a short trip with the DK Eyewitness Top 10 series. It’s the ultimate travel guide packed with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to make your weekend trip or cultural break memorable. Looking for more on Seattle's culture, history, and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Pacific Northwest. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations worldwide, from pocket-sized city guides to detailed country guides.
DK Eyewitness Top 10 Vancouver and Vancouver Island (Pocket Travel Guide)
by DK EyewitnessMake the most of your trip to Vancouver and Vancouver Island with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the region's best and ensuring you don't miss anything. The pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable, the perfect companion while out and about.With a new lightweight format, this Vancouver travel guide is perfect for your pocket or bag when you’re on the move.Inside, you'll find: - Top 10 lists of Vancouver and Vancouver Island's must-sees, including Stanley Park, Granville Island, the Royal BC Museum, and Whistler- Vancouver and Vancouver Island's most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping- Themed lists, including the best parks and gardens, beaches and bays, First Nations art, and much more- Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week - A laminated pull-out map of Seattle, plus five full-color area mapsDK Eyewitness's Top 10s have been helping travelers make the most of their breaks since 2002.Take the work out of planning a short trip with the DK Eyewitness Top 10 series. It’s the ultimate travel guide packed with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to make your weekend trip or cultural break memorable. Looking for more on Canada's culture, history, and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Canada. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations worldwide, from pocket-sized city guides to detailed country guides.
DK Eyewitness Umbria (Travel Guide)
by DK EyewitnessEnchanting hill towns. Wildlife-filled national parks. Ancient Roman ruins. There are countless reasons to visit Umbria. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK Eyewitness travel guide is the perfect companion.With a brand-new design, beautiful new photography, and inspirational content, this fully updated guide brings Umbria to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide. You'll find trusted travel advice, expert-led insights, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the region's buildings and neighborhoods.You'll discover: Our pick of Umbria's must-sees and top experiencesBeautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of UmbriaThe best spots to eat, drink, shop and stayDetailed maps and walks that make navigating the region easyEasy-to-follow itinerariesExpert advice: get ready, get around and stay safeColor-coded chapters to each part of UmbriaA lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go DK Eyewitness's highly visual guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to inform and enrich your trip. Want to explore more of Italy? Try DK Eyewitness Italy.
Madrid Guía Top 10 (Pocket Travel Guide)
by DK EyewitnessPlanifica tu próximo viaje con las Guías Top 10 de DK: actualizadas, con mapas, itinerarios, fotografías e información prácticaMadrid es una ciudad única: rebosante de historia y famosa por sus museos, sus elegantes edificios, sus tabernas pintorescas y su amplia oferta cultural y de ocio.Pasea por la animada Gran Vía, visita la preciosa Plaza Mayor, contempla fabulosas obras de arte en uno de los más importantes museos del mundo y disfruta de la deliciosa gastronomía en un restaurante de moda. ¡Bienvenidos a Madrid!La Guía Top 10 de Madrid te muestra lo mejor en prácticos listados: los diez monumentos imprescindibles, los diez personajes más ilustres o incluso las diez cosas que tienes que evitar. Organizada por zonas, la guía señala los lugares más destacados de cada una de ellas. - Mapa desplegable- 44 destinos actualizados- Listas con los diez aspectos más relevantes- Itinerarios imprescindibles- Lugares menos conocidos- Consejos de expertosMake the most of your trip to this dynamic city with this guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Madrid has to offer and ensuring that you don’t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.With its world-class art galleries, atmospheric tapas bars and historic plazas buzzing with local life, Spain’s capital is the perfect European city break.Welcome to Madrid!Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 Madrid you will find:- Up-to-date information with insider tips and advice for staying safe.- Top 10 lists of Madrid’s must-sees, including the Palacio Real, Museo Nacional del Prado, Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía- Madrid’s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping.- Themed lists, including the best museums and galleries, parks and gardens, tapas bars, children’s attractions and much more.- Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week.- A laminated pull-out map of Madrid, plus 7 full-color area maps.
Madrid Guía Top 10 (Pocket Travel Guide)
by DK EyewitnessPlanifica tu próximo viaje con las Guías Top 10 de DK: actualizadas, con mapas, itinerarios, fotografías e información prácticaMadrid es una ciudad única: rebosante de historia y famosa por sus museos, sus elegantes edificios, sus tabernas pintorescas y su amplia oferta cultural y de ocio.Pasea por la animada Gran Vía, visita la preciosa Plaza Mayor, contempla fabulosas obras de arte en uno de los más importantes museos del mundo y disfruta de la deliciosa gastronomía en un restaurante de moda. ¡Bienvenidos a Madrid!La Guía Top 10 de Madrid te muestra lo mejor en prácticos listados: los diez monumentos imprescindibles, los diez personajes más ilustres o incluso las diez cosas que tienes que evitar. Organizada por zonas, la guía señala los lugares más destacados de cada una de ellas. - Mapa desplegable- 44 destinos actualizados- Listas con los diez aspectos más relevantes- Itinerarios imprescindibles- Lugares menos conocidos- Consejos de expertosMake the most of your trip to this dynamic city with this guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Madrid has to offer and ensuring that you don’t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.With its world-class art galleries, atmospheric tapas bars and historic plazas buzzing with local life, Spain’s capital is the perfect European city break.Welcome to Madrid!Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 Madrid you will find:- Up-to-date information with insider tips and advice for staying safe.- Top 10 lists of Madrid’s must-sees, including the Palacio Real, Museo Nacional del Prado, Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía- Madrid’s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping.- Themed lists, including the best museums and galleries, parks and gardens, tapas bars, children’s attractions and much more.- Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week.- A laminated pull-out map of Madrid, plus 7 full-color area maps.
Madrid Guía Top 10 (Pocket Travel Guide)
by DK EyewitnessPlanifica tu próximo viaje con las Guías Top 10 de DK: actualizadas, con mapas, itinerarios, fotografías e información prácticaMadrid es una ciudad única: rebosante de historia y famosa por sus museos, sus elegantes edificios, sus tabernas pintorescas y su amplia oferta cultural y de ocio.Pasea por la animada Gran Vía, visita la preciosa Plaza Mayor, contempla fabulosas obras de arte en uno de los más importantes museos del mundo y disfruta de la deliciosa gastronomía en un restaurante de moda. ¡Bienvenidos a Madrid!La Guía Top 10 de Madrid te muestra lo mejor en prácticos listados: los diez monumentos imprescindibles, los diez personajes más ilustres o incluso las diez cosas que tienes que evitar. Organizada por zonas, la guía señala los lugares más destacados de cada una de ellas. - Mapa desplegable- 44 destinos actualizados- Listas con los diez aspectos más relevantes- Itinerarios imprescindibles- Lugares menos conocidos- Consejos de expertosMake the most of your trip to this dynamic city with this guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Madrid has to offer and ensuring that you don’t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.With its world-class art galleries, atmospheric tapas bars and historic plazas buzzing with local life, Spain’s capital is the perfect European city break.Welcome to Madrid!Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 Madrid you will find:- Up-to-date information with insider tips and advice for staying safe.- Top 10 lists of Madrid’s must-sees, including the Palacio Real, Museo Nacional del Prado, Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía- Madrid’s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping.- Themed lists, including the best museums and galleries, parks and gardens, tapas bars, children’s attractions and much more.- Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week.- A laminated pull-out map of Madrid, plus 7 full-color area maps.
¡Viva Mexico!
by DK EyewitnessThere's so much to love about Mexico. Indigenous traditions stretching back millennia; colourful cuisine that's loved the world over; and vibrant festivals bursting with joyful energy. Mexico is a country worth celebrating - and that's exactly what ¡Viva Mexico! is all about.Within its pages, you'll discover the rich diversity of this vast country. Uncover its varied natural landscapes, which stretch from white-sand beaches to jungle-cloaked mountains; explore its vibrant cuisine and how it differs greatly from region to region; and learn about its ever-changing cycle of colourful feasts and fiestas. The book also covers Day of the Dead traditions, how staples of Mexican food have changed as they've travelled the globe, and how pioneering filmmakers continue to influence the world of cinema.Throughout, you'll unearth the unshakable ties that link this diverse country together, whether it's the importance of family, a love of chilis or simply the desire to keep chatting around the table long after dinner has finished. So, get ready to learn what makes Mexico so special - ¡viva Mexico! Long live Mexico!
Berlin Like a Local: By the People Who Call It Home (Local Travel Guide)
by DK Eyewitness Marlen Jacobshagen Alexander Rennie Barbara WoolseyAre you keen to explore a different side of Berlin? Like a Local is the book for you.This isn't your ordinary travel guide. You won't find the Reichstag Building or Charlottenburg Palace on these pages because that's not where Berliners hang out. Instead, you'll meet the locals at bustling flea markets, carefree clubs, and peaceful urban gardens - and that's where this book takes you. Turn the pages to discover:- The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals- 6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as vintage shopping and cocktail history- A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore Berlin- Helpful what3word addresses so that you can pinpoint all the listed sights- A thoughtfully updated second edition, including new places to visitCompiled by three proud Berliners and revised and updated for 2024, this stylish travel guide is packed with Berlin's best experiences and secret spots, handily categorized to suit your mood and needs.Whether you're a restless Berliner on the hunt for a new hangout or a visitor keen to discover a side you won't find in traditional guidebooks, Berlin Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need.
Copenhagen Like a Local: By the People Who Call It Home (Local Travel Guide)
by DK Eyewitness Monica Steffensen Allan Mutuku KortbaekThis isn't your ordinary travel guide. Beyond Copenhagen's Michelin-starred restaurants are moody jazz bars, eco-conscious shops, and scenic swimming spots that locals love - and that's where this book takes you. Turn the pages to discover: The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences, such as alternative shopping and brewing historyA beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore CopenhagenHelpful what3word addresses so that you can pinpoint all the listed sightsA thoughtfully updated second edition, including new places to visit Compiled by two proud Copenhageners, this stylish travel guide is packed with Copenhagen's best experiences and secret spots, handily categorized to suit your mood and needs.Whether you're a restless Copenhagener on the hunt for a new hangout or a visitor keen to discover a side you won't find in traditional guidebooks, Copenhagen Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need.Looking for another guide to Copenhagen? Explore further with our DK Eyewitness or Top 10 guides to the city.
Disturbing Practices: History, Sexuality, and Women's Experience of Modern War
by Laura DoanFor decades, the history of sexuality has been a multidisciplinary project serving competing agendas. Lesbian, gay, and queer scholars have produced powerful narratives by tracing the homosexual or queer subject as continuous or discontinuous. Yet organizing historical work around categories of identity as normal or abnormal often obscures how sexual matters were known or talked about in the past. Set against the backdrop of women’s work experiences, friendships, and communities during World War I, Disturbing Practices draws on a substantial body of new archival material to expose the roadblocks still present in current practices and imagine new alternatives.In this landmark book, Laura Doan clarifies the ethical value and political purpose of identity history—and indeed its very capacity to give rise to innovative practices borne of sustained exchange between queer studies and critical history. Disturbing Practices insists on taking seriously the imperative to step outside the logic of identity to address questions as yet unasked about the modern sexual past.
Border War: A Novel
by Lou Dobbs James O. BornBorder War is a timely thriller about the struggles of US law enforcement officers on the Mexican border by TV broadcaster Lou Dobbs.The border is a tough place to work, especially for FBI agent Tom Eriksen. With a history of violence, he cannot afford any on-duty screw-ups. So when an investigation ends in a bloody shootout and the shooting is deemed "questionable," the bureau reassigns Eriksen to an office known as "the Island of Misfit Cops": a resting place for those who have screwed up enough to warrant being dumped in El Paso, Texas. But when his partner is murdered, Eriksen must take charge and solve the case, wading through corruption and betrayal to discover the truth. Only after he teams up with a resourceful and gorgeous NSA agent, Kat Gleason, does his luck change. As they slowly put the puzzle pieces together, the investigation points to a powerful cartel lord and a shadowy US computer company. As the web of deceit and betrayal tightens, the body count grows. Eriksen must deal with the mayhem caused by the cartels while racing against the clock to stop an assassin whose target is someone very close to him.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Roopkunwar: रूपकंवर
by Satya Vardhan Dobriyal“रूपकंवर” इस उपन्यास में मैंने देश भर में व्याप्त उस परिदृश्य और हमारे समाज के जाने माने लोगों के मध्य जिस प्रकार के आचार-व्यवहार देखने को मिलता है उसे आप तक लाने का प्रयास किया है। साहित्य के दस रूपक और अठ्ठारह उपरूपकों का इस्तेमाल इस उपन्यास में नहीं किया जा सकता था क्योंकि यह उस प्रकार की कृति नहीं है लेकिन यह रचना एक कलात्मक रचना है ऐसा भीं नहीं कहा जा सकता है। लेकिन जिस प्रकार की कथावस्तु इसमें है उससे पाठक आनंद जरूर उठा सकते हैं और जो संदेश मैं समाज को देना चाहता हूं उसे देने में सफल हो सकता हूं। आप इस उपन्यास को पढ़ते हुए चरित्रों की विशेषताओं का जरा गौर से निरीक्षण करना और फिर आप देखेंगे कि चित्र किस तरह आपके मस्तिष्क में उभर कर आते हैं।
Next Word, Better Word: The Craft of Writing Poetry
by Stephen DobynsThis accessible writer's guide provides a helpful framework for creating poetry and navigates contemporary concerns and practices. Stephen Dobyns, author of the classic book on the beauty of poetry, Best Words, Best Order, moves into new terrain in this remarkable book. Bringing years of experience to bear on issues such as subject matter, the mechanics of poetry, and the revision process, Dobyns explores the complex relationship between writers and their work. From Philip Larkin to Pablo Neruda to William Butler Yeats, every chapter reveals useful lessons in these renowned poets' work. Both enlightening and encouraging, Next Word, Better Word demystifies a subtle art form and shows writers how to overcome obstacles in the creative process.
Gender Theory: 'A blazing new voice in Scottish fiction'
by Madeline Docherty'An incredible debut from a blazing new voice in Scottish fiction' Image'Beautifully captures the pain of growing into yourself, and the intensity of all-consuming female friendship' ROSE WILDING'I inhaled Gender Theory in one intoxicating sitting . . . a powerful and necessary novel' RACHEL DAWSONYou lose your virginity to a boy from your gender theory seminar, and the first person you tell is Ella.Ella's with you at the party when you first kiss a girl. And Ella takes you to the hospital the first time you're diagnosed. Over the next few years you have a string of relationships and jobs, but you can always count on Ella to be there for you - until the drinking and the parties, the hospital visits and late-night calls, blur the lines of your friendship into something unbalanced and fragile, at risk of breaking altogether.The worst part is you can see it coming. The worst part is you don't know how to stop.Gender Theory is an incisive, affecting debut about illness, identity and how we care for those around us.
Gender Theory: 'A blazing new voice in Scottish fiction'
by Madeline Docherty'An incredible debut from a blazing new voice in Scottish fiction' Image'Beautifully captures the pain of growing into yourself, and the intensity of all-consuming female friendship' ROSE WILDING'I inhaled Gender Theory in one intoxicating sitting . . . a powerful and necessary novel' RACHEL DAWSONYou lose your virginity to a boy from your gender theory seminar, and the first person you tell is Ella.Ella's with you at the party when you first kiss a girl. And Ella takes you to the hospital the first time you're diagnosed. Over the next few years you have a string of relationships and jobs, but you can always count on Ella to be there for you - until the drinking and the parties, the hospital visits and late-night calls, blur the lines of your friendship into something unbalanced and fragile, at risk of breaking altogether.The worst part is you can see it coming. The worst part is you don't know how to stop.Gender Theory is an incisive, affecting debut about illness, identity and how we care for those around us.
The Lost Cause
by Cory DoctorowIt’s thirty years from now. We’re making progress, mitigating climate change, slowly but surely. But what about all the angry old people who can’t let go?For young Americans a generation from now, climate change isn't controversial. It's just an overwhelming fact of life. And so are the great efforts to contain and mitigate it. Entire cities are being moved inland from the rising seas. Vast clean-energy projects are springing up everywhere. Disaster relief, the mitigation of floods and superstorms, has become a skill for which tens of millions of people are trained every year. The effort is global. It employs everyone who wants to work. Even when national politics oscillates back to right-wing leaders, the momentum is too great; these vast programs cannot be stopped in their tracks.But there are still those Americans, mostly elderly, who cling to their red baseball caps, their grievances, their huge vehicles, their anger. To their "alternative" news sources that reassure them that their resentment is right and pure and that "climate change" is just a giant scam.And they're your grandfather, your uncle, your great-aunt. And they're not going anywhere. And they’re armed to the teeth.The Lost Cause asks: What do we do about people who cling to the belief that their own children are the enemy? When, in fact, they're often the elders that we love?At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
The Johannine Epistles
by Charles Harold DoddDelve into the profound theological and spiritual insights of the New Testament with Charles Harold Dodd's The Johannine Epistles. This scholarly work provides an in-depth analysis of the three epistles attributed to John, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of their historical context, theological significance, and enduring relevance.Charles Harold Dodd, one of the most respected biblical scholars of the 20th century, brings his extensive knowledge and expertise to this detailed examination of 1 John, 2 John, and 3 John. Through meticulous exegesis and thoughtful interpretation, Dodd explores the key themes and messages of these epistles, highlighting their contributions to early Christian thought and doctrine.The Johannine Epistles addresses a wide range of topics, including the nature of God as love, the importance of fellowship and community, the challenges of false teachings, and the ethical implications of Christian faith. Dodd’s clear and engaging writing style makes complex theological concepts accessible, providing readers with valuable insights into the spiritual and moral teachings of these ancient texts.Dodd situates the Johannine Epistles within the broader context of the New Testament and early Christian history, exploring their relationships with the Gospel of John and other apostolic writings. He also delves into the historical and cultural background of the Johannine community, shedding light on the circumstances that prompted the writing of these letters.This book is an essential resource for students of theology, clergy, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of the New Testament. Dodd’s scholarly yet approachable analysis offers a fresh perspective on the Johannine Epistles, revealing their rich theological depth and practical guidance for living a life of faith.
A Daughter of Fair Verona (Daughter of Montague #1)
by Christina DoddI&’m the eldest daughter of Romeo and Juliet. Yes, that Romeo and Juliet. No, they didn&’t die in the tomb. They&’re alive and well and living in fair Verona with their six wildly impetuous children and me, their nineteen-year-old daughter Rosaline…Knives Out meets Bridgerton in Fair Verona, as New York Times bestselling author Christina Dodd kicks off a frothy, irreverent, witty new series with an irresistible premise—told from the delightfully engaging point of view of Romeo and Juliet&’s clever, rebellious, fiercely independent daughter, Rosie Montague. &“Fun, funny, charming, and absolutely delightful. If you&’re looking for a novel to sweep you away and lift your spirits, look no further.&” – KRISTIN HANNAH, #1 New York Times bestselling author Once upon a time a young couple met and fell in love. You probably know that story, and how it ended (hint: badly). Only here&’s the thing: That&’s not how it ended at all. Romeo and Juliet are alive and well and the parents of seven kids. I&’m the oldest, with the emphasis on &‘old&’—a certified spinster at twenty, and happy to stay that way. It&’s not easy to keep your taste for romance with parents like mine. Picture it—constant monologues, passionate declarations, fighting, making up, making out . . . it&’s exhausting. Each time they&’ve presented me with a betrothal, I&’ve set out to find the groom-to-be a more suitable bride. After all, someone sensible needs to stay home and manage this household. But their latest match, Duke Stephano, isn&’t so easy to palm off on anyone else. The debaucher has had three previous wives—all of whom met unfortunate ends. Conscience forbids me from consigning another woman to that fate. As it turns out, I don&’t have to . . . At our betrothal ball—where, quite by accident, I meet a beautiful young man who makes me wonder if perhaps there is something to love at first sight—I stumble upon Duke Stephano with a dagger in his chest. But who killed him? His late wives&’ families, his relatives, his mistress, his servants—half of Verona had motive. And when everyone around the Duke begins dying, disappearing, or descending into madness, I know I must uncover the killer . . . before death lies on me like an untimely frost. "A sharp, determined heroine, a clever historical mystery, sparkling wit, a unique setting, family drama and a dash of romance.&” – AMANDA QUICK, New York Times bestselling author of The Lady Has a Past
Children's Defensive Mindset (Elements in Child Development)
by null Kenneth A. DodgeThe primary psychological process leading aggressive children to grow into dysfunctional adults is a defensive mindset, which encompasses a pattern of deviant social information processing steps, including hypervigilance to threat; hostile attributional biases; psychophysiological reactivity, experience of rage and testosterone release (in males); aggressive problem-solving styles; aggressogenic decision-making biases; and deficient behavioral skills. These processes are acquired in childhood and predict adult maladjustment outcomes, including incarceration and premature death. The antecedents of defensive mindset lie in early childhood experiences of trauma and threat. The Fast Track (FT) intervention was designed to improve social competence in aggressive children. A randomized controlled trial demonstrated that FT is effective in preventing externalizing psychopathology; the primary mediating factor is the reduction of defensive mindset processes. This Element concludes with insights that defensive mindset might also explain dysfunction in other realms, including school culture, parenting, marriage, the workplace, intergroup relationships, politics, and international relations.
The Comedians of the King: Opéra Comique and the Bourbon Monarchy on the Eve of Revolution
by Julia DoeLyric theater in ancien régime France was an eminently political art, tied to the demands of court spectacle. This was true not only of tragic opera (tragédie lyrique) but also its comic counterpart, opéra comique, a form tracing its roots to the seasonal trade fairs of Paris. While historians have long privileged the genre’s popular origins, opéra comique was brought under the protection of the French crown in 1762, thus consolidating a new venue where national music might be debated and defined. In The Comedians of the King, Julia Doe traces the impact of Bourbon patronage on the development of opéra comique in the turbulent prerevolutionary years. Drawing on both musical and archival evidence, the book presents the history of this understudied genre and unpacks the material structures that supported its rapid evolution at the royally sponsored Comédie-Italienne. Doe demonstrates how comic theater was exploited in, and worked against, the monarchy’s carefully cultivated public image—a negotiation that became especially fraught after the accession of the music-loving queen, Marie Antoinette. The Comedians of the King examines the aesthetic and political tensions that arose when a genre with popular foundations was folded into the Bourbon propaganda machine, and when a group of actors trained at the Parisian fairs became official representatives of the sovereign, or comédiens ordinaires du roi.
All About Baseball (All About Sports Ser.)
by Matt DoedenLots of kids want to know more about baseball, one of the most popular sports in the world. This fun, fan-friendly introduction to the sport will help them slide in for a look at what makes this sport so exciting. Readers will learn about the positions, rules, and much more.
All About Basketball (All About Sports Ser.)
by Matt DoedenLots of kids want to know more about basketball, one of the most popular sports in the world. This fun, fan-friendly introduction to the sport will help them dribble to the hoop for a look at what makes this sport so exciting. Readers will learn about the positions, rules, and much more.
Sea Venture: Shipwreck, Survival, and the Salvation of Jamestown
by Kieran DohertyIn one of the most triumphant high sea stories ever told, Kieran Doherty brings to life the true story of the ship that rescued the Jamestown settlement in 1610 and ensured England's place in the New World. When the Sea Venture left England in 1609, it was flagship in a fleet of nine bound for Jamestown with roughly 600 settlers and badly needed supplies aboard. But after four weeks at sea, as the voyage neared its end, a hurricane devastated the fleet, leaving the Sea Venture shipwrecked on the island of Bermuda. It took Sea Venture's passengers nearly a year and half to reach their destination. Awaiting them was not a thriving colony, but instead the remaining fifty colonists—beleaguered, desperate and hungry. But, the question remains, would the English have lost their place in the New World if the ship never arrived? A story of strife and triumph, but above all, endurance, Sea Venture begins and ends in hope and remains one of the greatest "What Ifs?" in history. With a bravado reminiscent of Patrick O'Brien's legendary sea sagas, Doherty braves the elements, delivering a powerful history willed by a people destined to change the New World forever.
Banners of Hell: Hugh Corbett 24
by Paul DohertySummer 1312. The brutal murder of King Edward II's favourite, Peter Gaveston, unleashes a horde of demons . . .Sir Hugh Corbett, Keeper of the Secret Seal, hastens to the Dominican Priory at Blackfriars where Gaveston's corpse awaits burial. But, on arrival, Corbett discovers that a series of macabre murders has turned the priory into a mansion of death, and a killer is roaming free.Meanwhile, rumours spread that the pirate ships of the Black Banner Fleet are intent on entering the River Thames and, if the Sea Beggars succeed in their mission, they will weaken the king's power throughout the city. Once again, Corbett must employ his wit and ingenuity to navigate the dangerous and deadly challenges ahead and bring the culprits to justice before matters turn grave indeed.What readers say about Paul Doherty:'Paul Doherty's depictions of medieval England are truly outstanding''Another brilliant story in the excellent Hugh Corbett series by a superb historical author''Good plots, clever twists and mostly impossible to work out'
Banners of Hell: Hugh Corbett 24
by Paul DohertySummer 1312. The brutal murder of King Edward II's favourite, Peter Gaveston, unleashes a horde of demons . . .Sir Hugh Corbett, Keeper of the Secret Seal, hastens to the Dominican Priory at Blackfriars where Gaveston's corpse awaits burial. But, on arrival, Corbett discovers that a series of macabre murders has turned the priory into a mansion of death, and a killer is roaming free.Meanwhile, rumours spread that the pirate ships of the Black Banner Fleet are intent on entering the River Thames and, if the Sea Beggars succeed in their mission, they will weaken the king's power throughout the city. Once again, Corbett must employ his wit and ingenuity to navigate the dangerous and deadly challenges ahead and bring the culprits to justice before matters turn grave indeed.What readers say about Paul Doherty:'Paul Doherty's depictions of medieval England are truly outstanding''Another brilliant story in the excellent Hugh Corbett series by a superb historical author''Good plots, clever twists and mostly impossible to work out'