Geoffrey Nowell-Smith ist Honorary Professorial Fellow an der School of History der Queen Mary University in London. Seine akademische Expertise und sein aufschlussreicher Blick spiegeln sich in seinem literarischen Schaffen wider. Er konzentriert sich auf die tiefgreifende Erforschung historischer Themen und gesellschaftlicher Phänomene. Sein Schreiben wird für seine Gelehrsamkeit und seinen analytischen Ansatz geschätzt.
Das Kino im Zeitraffer. Wie keine zweite Kunstform hat der Film das 20. Jahrhundert bis in die entlegensten Winkel der Welt geprägt. Welche Stars und Studios haben den Siegeszug des Kinos vorangetrieben? Welche Effekte und Erfindungen fesseln das Publikum? Wer alles über das Kino wissen will, vom Stummfilm bis zur Moderne, vom Dokumentarfilm bis zum Kassenschlager, kann auf die deutsche Übersetzung der 'Oxford History of World Cinema' nicht verzichten.
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First published in 1918, "A Spring Harvest" is the posthumous collection of poetry by Geoffrey Bache Smith, a close high school and college friend of J. R. R. Tolkien. Together with their friends Rob Gilson and Christopher Wiseman, the four young men formed the semi-secret Tea Club and Barrovian Society while in school, where they discussed their artistic interests and plans for the future. The outbreak of World War I interrupted the men's plans however, and Smith and Gilson died in France at the Battle of the Somme in 1916. Tolkien, who was ill and evacuated to England prior to the battle, wished to honor his friend's memory by publishing Smith's poems. Tolkien greatly enjoyed Smith's work and felt it would bring comfort and joy to a nation recovering from the harsh and brutal war. Smith's poems showcase a number of different poetic styles and run the spectrum of emotion from serious to whimsical and charming. Written both before and during the war in a style often compared to W. B. Yeats, "A Spring Harvest" is an engaging and insightful reflection on both the emotional realities of war and the beauty that may be found in life. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper.
A groundbreaking account of the Secret Gospel of Mark, one of the most hotly debated documents in Christian history
'100 Best Paintings in London' is an amalgam of commentary and tourist guide. From Duccio and van Eyck to Mark Rothko and Anselm Kiefer, '100 Best Paintings in London' covers the complete spectrum of masterpieces in London's unsurpassed galleries.
For many countries, the 1960s saw a new wave of filmmaking. This volume offers a survey of the innovative filmmaking of the 1960s, placing it in its political, economic, cultural and aesthetic context
Exploring the history and cultural significance of cinema, Geoffrey Nowell-Smith examines its evolution and the impact of various art forms on its development. He highlights how technological advancements have transformed the industry, expanding its creative possibilities and shaping its aesthetic landscape. This concise introduction offers insights into the intricate relationship between cinema and other artistic expressions.
100 Best Paintings in New York combines art history, commentary, and tourists’ guide to provide you with a deeper understanding and appreciation of New York’s greatest works of art. The descriptions draw attention to fascinating details in each work and look at why, where, or for what occasion they were painted. A biographical chronology of each artist accompanies the essays as well as a sample listing of works by other contemporary painters. From Jan van Eyck to Mark Rothko, from Diego Velazquez to Georgia O’Keefe, 100 Best Paintings in New York covers the complete spectrum of masterpieces in New York’s great galleries. 100 Best Paintings in New York will inform and amuse both visitors and residents who wish to make the most of what their city has to offer. This accessible—and occasionally irreverent—guide has been written with both novice and veteran museum-goers in mind. Contains descriptions of works displayed in: the Brooklyn Museum • the Cloisters • the Frick Collection • the Hispanic Society of America • Metropolitan Museum of Art • MOMA • Neue Gallerie • the Guggenheim Museum • Whitney Museum of American Art
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NEW IN PAPERBACK. This is a Haynes Manual with a difference. Published in association with The A1 Steam Locomotive Trust, it explains the construction, operation and maintenance of 60163 Tornado, the new steam locomotive that attracts huge crowds wherever it appears.