Alexander Ross was a notable figure known for his defense of Aristotelian cosmology against the burgeoning heliocentric model. His scholarly work engaged deeply with the scientific and philosophical debates of his era, insisting on a geocentric universe. Although his name was later erroneously associated with a translation of the Qur'an, his primary contributions lie in his philosophical and theological arguments.
A compelling blend of biography and memoir, in which the author traces Geoffrey Langlands' life from impoverished beginnings through his long career as a pioneering teacher in a lawless mountain region of Pakistan on the Afghan border.
Focusing on the resurgence of Hollywood in the 1970s, the book illustrates how creative entrepreneurs revitalized the film industry by developing the blockbuster model, characterized by specific, replicable success markers. It offers valuable insights for scholars in film studies, screenwriting, and popular culture, examining the strategic innovations that transformed Hollywood into a thriving business.