Richard Andrews Libri

This is a complete reference work about the theatres of London. It will not only answer questions a first time visitor would ask, but will also surprise the regular theatregoer with useful and interesting information

One of the most celebrated artists working in the US, Maya Lin came to prominence in 1981 with her design for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The book traces her continued fascination with geologic phenomena and topography, integrating natural contours and materials into evocative landscape sculptures.

The book introduces an innovative model for integrating language arts and literacy education through the concept of framing, inspired by visual and performing arts as well as sociology. It emphasizes the act of framing as a creative and critical approach to English, highlighting its potential to unify various aspects of the subject. This imaginative and contemporary perspective aims to enhance teaching and learning in language arts.

The book presents a comprehensive theory of contemporary rhetoric, contrasting it with classical approaches. It integrates various themes such as political literary criticism, multilingualism, and multimodality, while addressing literacy in the digital era and the blurred lines between fiction and non-fiction. Each chapter delves into specific aspects of rhetoric, supported by practical illustrations that enhance understanding. The discussions aim to connect theoretical concepts with real-world applications in the communication arts.

The narrative delves into the psychological aftermath of returning from Vietnam, focusing on the haunting nightmares experienced by the protagonist. Seeking help from Veterans Affairs, he begins to document his experiences, spurred by his psychiatrist's suggestion. As he recounts his journey from arriving in Vietnam to confronting the harsh realities of war, the story captures the conflicting emotions of excitement and fear, ultimately revealing the profound impact of trauma and the struggle to articulate his experiences with PTSD.

An adventurous journey unfolds as Chris Hunter rides through the Australian Outback and beyond, propelled by a magical blues harp. His reality transforms into a mythological realm filled with gods and demons, represented by a diverse cast of characters including bikers and prophets. As he uncovers an ancient esoteric secret, his quest for self-discovery leads to a climactic confrontation with Alt-Right forces, blending themes of empowerment, fantasy, and social commentary.

Exploring the intricate time relations in jazz, classical music, literature, and poetry, this book delves into the multiple layers of rhythm through both social science and arts perspectives. It builds on the author's pioneering research, offering a comprehensive analysis that bridges the gap between musical and literary forms, revealing how rhythm influences both artistic expression and social dynamics.

The Henry Art Gallery at the University of Washington in Seattle needed transforming as it was overshadowed by large buildings that surrounded it. The award-winning Gwathmey Siegel & Associates Architects, known for its restoration to Frank Lloyd Wright's Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York, was commissioned to intervene. The firm was able to integrate site, circulation, building and context that beautifully reconciles the site with the rest of the campus. Gwathmey Siegel & Associates Architects is based in New York City.

Four mothers, four daughters, four families, whose histories shift with the four winds depending on who's telling the stories. In 1949, four Chinese women, recent immigrants to San Francisco, meet weekly to play mahjong and tell stories of what they left behind in China. United in loss and new hope for their daughters' futures, they call themselves the Joy Luck Club. Their daughters, who have never heard these stories, think their mothers' advice is irrelevant to their modern American lives – until their own inner crises reveal how much they've unknowingly inherited of their mothers' pasts. With wit and sensitivity, Amy Tan examines the sometimes painful, often tender, and always deep connection between mothers and daughters. As each woman reveals her secrets, trying to unravel the truth about her life, the strings become more tangled, more entwined. Mothers boast or despair over daughters, and daughters roll their eyes even as they feel the inextricable tightening of their matriarchal ties. Tan is an astute storyteller, enticing readers to immerse themselves into these lives of complexity and mystery.