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    Returning to Ionia
    The Epic Films of David Lean
    The Essential Films of Ingrid Bergman
    The Epic in Film
    Responding to Film
    The Encyclopedia of Epic Films
    • 2024

      In his emotional, thorough, tender, and urgent new book, This Monstrous Obsession, James Baker, M.D., M.P.H. lays out the truths about addiction care that anybody with a loved one suffering from addiction must know. He writes not only as a veteran of hospice care and palliative medicine but also as a parent who has lost a child to addiction.

      This Monstrous Obsession
    • 2022
    • 2020

      Returning to Ionia

      A Story of Love and War

      • 230 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative follows a fictional boy aged 10-15 amidst the occupation of Greece by Italian and German forces. The story weaves together various episodes that the author has crafted over the years, aiming to transform these disparate parts into a cohesive whole. The protagonist's journey culminates in a return to Ionia, a fictional place in Western Greece, reflecting on his origins and the impact of historical events on personal identity. The tale blends historical context with imaginative storytelling.

      Returning to Ionia
    • 2019

      Mastering Primary Religious Education

      • 216 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Mastering Primary Religious Education introduces the primary religious education curriculum and helps trainees and teachers learn how to plan and teach inspiring lessons that make religious education irresistible.Topics covered · Current developments in religious education· Religious education as an irresistible activity· Religious education as a practical activity· Skills to develop in religious education· Promoting curiosity· Assessing children in religious education· Practical issuesThis guide includes examples of children's work, case studies, readings to reflect upon and reflective questions that all help to show students and teachers what is considered to be best and most innovative practice, and how they can use that knowledge in their own teaching to the greatest effect. The book draws on the experience of two leading professionals in primary religious education, Maria James and Julian Stern, to provide the essential guide to teaching religious education for all trainee and qualified primary teachers.

      Mastering Primary Religious Education
    • 2018

      The Essential Films of Ingrid Bergman

      • 198 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      From her early work in Swedish films to her final role in the miniseries A Woman Called Golda, this book analyzes the entirety of Bergman's on-screen career, paying special attention to those aspects that made her stand out most: her range of emotion, vulnerability, and beauty

      The Essential Films of Ingrid Bergman
    • 2017

      Joy The Baker Over Easy

      • 255 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Here are 125 recipes to tackle any brunch craving — from smoothies and coffees, to breads, eggs, salads, and bacon. Over Easy: Sweet and Savory Recipes for Leisurely Days is here to spice up your morning meal. Start with a strong pot of coffee, add spicy fresh-herb cocktails, a stack of blueberry waffles, the best egg techniques (from the fluffiest scrambled to the crispest fried), and enough doughnuts to set you up for life. Bake from this book, gather a few friends, and have a very good life. "Before you bemoan the thought of culinary efforts in the a.m., we've got news: Foodie-goddess-blogger Joy Wilson, of Joy The Baker, has released her new cookbook Over Easy. And guess what it's full of? Irresistible and easy, bomb brunching recipes." - Refinery29

      Joy The Baker Over Easy
    • 2016

      The Essential Humphrey Bogart

      • 248 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      This book looks at approximately 45 of the best movies featuring screen icon Humphrey Bogart, from his early films as a second lead to his starring roles in such classics as The Maltese Falcon, Casablanca, The Treasure of the Sierra Madre, and The African Queen. číst celé

      The Essential Humphrey Bogart
    • 2014

      The Encyclopedia of Epic Films

      • 714 pages
      • 25 hours of reading

      Exploring the essence of epic cinema, this resource reviews significant films from both Hollywood and Europe, spanning from the silent era to contemporary works. It delves into key characteristics such as length, structure, special effects, and themes of heroism and historical significance. Each entry is organized alphabetically and includes a film synopsis, essential production details, and a critical analysis, providing a comprehensive guide for enthusiasts and scholars alike.

      The Encyclopedia of Epic Films
    • 2011

      A book filled with a pocketful of puzzles, trivia, jokes and many more all in one slim book, keeping you occupied on lon journeys, rainy days and atny other times.

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    • 2011

      The Epic Films of David Lean

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      David Lean's celebrated epics, including The Bridge on the River Kwai, Lawrence of Arabia, and Doctor Zhivago, are revisited in this volume, highlighting their artistic significance and cultural impact. The book aims to restore these films to their former glory, exploring their themes, narratives, and the innovative filmmaking techniques that define Lean's work. Through analysis and appreciation, it reaffirms the enduring legacy of these cinematic masterpieces.

      The Epic Films of David Lean