A major philosophical intervention into contemporary cultural theory that challenges the terms of its understanding of time and history.
Peter Osborne Books
Peter Osborne is a leading voice in modern European philosophy, known for his incisive explorations of the complex relationships between time, modernity, and the avant-garde. His work delves deeply into contemporary art, scrutinizing its aesthetic and philosophical underpinnings and its place within broader cultural theory. Osborne critically examines how philosophical concepts shape our understanding of art, investigating the implications of ever-evolving artistic forms in the contemporary landscape. His approach offers a profound intellectual engagement with the forces that define modern artistic and cultural production.






No Grain, No Pain
- 368 pages
- 13 hours of reading
"In the tradition of Wheat Belly and Grain Brain; No Grain, No Pain demonstrates the proven link between a gluten-heavy diet and chronic pain and discomfort--and offers a groundbreaking, 30-day, grain-free diet plan to help you heal yourself from the inside out. More than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain according to an Institute of Medicine report released in 2011. For many, chronic pain is part of an autoimmune disease, but all too often doctors turn to the same solution: painkilling drugs. But all of this medication simply isn't helping, and as Dr. Peter Osborne, the leading authority on gluten sensitivity and food allergies has found, the real solution often lies in what you eat. In No Grain, No Pain, Dr. Osborne shows how grains wreak havoc on the body by causing tissue inflammation, creating vitamin and/or mineral deficiencies, and triggering an autoimmune response that causes the body to attack itself. But he also offers practical steps to find relief. Using his drug-free, easy-to-implement plan, you will be able to eliminate all sources of gluten and gluten-like substances, experience significant improvement in fifteen days, and eliminate pain within thirty days. No Grain, No Pain is the first book to identify diet--specifically, grain--as a leading cause of chronic suffering, and provides you with the knowledge you need to improve your health. Based on extensive research and examples culled from thousands of his satisfied patients, Dr. Osborne recommends changing your diet to achieve the relief that millions of Americans have been seeking once and for all, leading to a healthier, happier life"
High Point State Park and the Civilian Conservation Corps
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
The history of High Point State Park, a stunning landmark in New Jersey, is intricately linked to the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). Established in 1923 as a gift from Colonel Anthony and Susie Kuser, the park features designs by the renowned Olmsted Brothers. The CCC played a crucial role in shaping the park from 1933 to 1941, implementing many original proposals and creating lasting structures that continue to enhance the visitor experience today. This exploration highlights the park's significance and the legacy of the CCC in its development.
Laura Knight
- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
A major survey of Dame Laura Knight, first female Royal Academician and popular British artist of the 20th century.Laura Knight (1877–1970) was one of the most famous and popular English artists of the twentieth century. She was the first woman to have a solo exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts, in 1965. In the following decades her realist style of painting fell out of fashion and her work become largely overlooked. A new generation has rediscovered her work, finding a contemporary resonance in her depictions of women at work, of people from marginalized communities and her contributions as a war artist.This beautifully illustrated book, which accompanies a major exhibition at MK Gallery, provides an overview of Knight's illustrious from her training at Nottingham Art School at the age of 13 and her time in North Yorkshire and Cornwall, to her visits to traveller communities and a segregated American hospital. It also features her circus, ballet and theatre scenes, paintings of women during the war and her late paintings of nature.The selection of over 160 works combines celebrated paintings with less known graphic and design works, including ceramics, jewellery and costumes that reflect the artist's enduring interest in the everyday activities of people from all walks of life.
Working Together examines the historical legacy and contemporary relevance of British film collectives in the 1970s. The book contains interviews with filmmakers, newly commissioned essays by theorists and a wide variety of historical archive material. Featuring the work of Cinema Action, The Berwick Street Film Collective and The London Women's Film Group among others
Poetry Lite: Verses about life
- 84 pages
- 3 hours of reading
ÿEddie Thompson is an expatriate Manxman who settled in Milton Keynes with his Welsh wife Enid and daughters Kirsty and Gill in 1981. His verses are based on his experiences, observations and thoughts about life and are for the most part refreshingly brief. They cover a variety of subjects from getting older to singing, musicianship, forgetfulness and the way people talk. Witty, entertaining and often highly topical, Eddie's verses, already acclaimed by his friends, are now published for the first time for a wider audience. Fellow bassist Peter Osborne, who contributed the drawings, writes: "I love to put aside my oils and palette and join my friend Eddie Thompson, the wordsmith, poet and sideswiper, and add a few visuals to his verbals."
We Can Take It!
The Roosevelt Tree Army at New Jersey's High Point State Park 1933-1941
- 512 pages
- 18 hours of reading
We Can Take It!: The Roosevelt Tree Army at New Jersey's High Point State Park 1933-1941 We Can Take It!: The Roosevelt Tree Army at New Jersey's High Point State Park 1933-1941
Promised Land State Park
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
The book showcases the rich history of Promised Land State Park in northeastern Pennsylvania through over 200 unique images, many published for the first time. It highlights the park's significance as a cherished destination for generations of visitors, preserved by various organizations and individuals. The compelling visuals offer insights into the park's heritage, making it a valuable resource for both history enthusiasts and nature lovers.
The Five Mile Woods: A History
- 414 pages
- 15 hours of reading
The Five Mile Woods Preserve in Lower Makefield Township, Pennsylvania, features the last undisturbed section of the Fall Line in the state, where the Atlantic Coastal Plain meets the Piedmont Plain. This unique geological area supports rare plant species and boasts a diverse oak-beech forest, highlighting its ecological significance and natural beauty.
Hacklebarney and Voorhees State Parks
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
The book explores the rich history of Hacklebarney and Voorhees State Parks, two stunning natural areas in New Jersey's Highlands. Created in the 1920s from privately donated lands, both parks were developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It features over two hundred unique photographs, many previously unpublished, showcasing life at CCC camps, the manual construction of trails and roads, and efforts to restore the forests. The narrative highlights the parks' significance and the dedication behind their preservation.