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Christopher Brown

    Van Dyck
    Dutch painting
    Rule of Capture
    Failed State
    Anthony Van Dyck : 1599-1641
    Dutch Paintings
    • 2024

      Mapping Taiwanese Cinema, 2008-20

      Environments, Poetics, Practice

      • 232 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Exploring the interplay between filmmaking and mapping, this book delves into Taiwan's cinema from 2008 to 2020, highlighting how filmmakers represent the island's diverse environments. Christopher Brown employs insights from cinema, cartography, and cultural studies to present Taiwanese cinema as a unique form of mapping. Through case studies of various genres, including popular entertainment and LGBTQ+ films, and original interviews with filmmakers, the analysis sheds light on a vibrant yet underappreciated era in Taiwan's film history.

      Mapping Taiwanese Cinema, 2008-20
    • 2023

      Rule of Capture

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.8(37)Add rating

      Set against a backdrop reminiscent of the dystopian world of Tropic of Kansas, this legal thriller introduces readers to a gripping narrative filled with tension and intrigue. The story unfolds in a society grappling with complex legal battles and moral dilemmas, showcasing the intricacies of the justice system. As characters navigate personal and professional challenges, the plot promises to deliver a compelling mix of suspense and thought-provoking themes, making it a must-read for fans of the genre.

      Rule of Capture
    • 2022

      Arkborn

      • 336 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Set in the Spring of 2016, the story follows young engineer/pilots employed by Aerospace Companies in Montreal. As they embark on various ventures, their experiences gradually shift from the familiar reality of that season, exploring themes of ambition and innovation in the aerospace industry. The narrative delves into the challenges and transformations they face, highlighting the intersection of technology and personal growth.

      Arkborn
    • 2020

      Failed State

      • 384 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.9(99)Add rating

      Awarded the Philip K. Dick Award, this book explores themes of reality and identity through a gripping narrative. Set in a thought-provoking universe, it challenges perceptions of existence and the nature of consciousness. The characters navigate a complex world filled with moral dilemmas and existential questions, engaging readers in a deep philosophical inquiry. The narrative is rich with imaginative concepts, making it a compelling read for fans of speculative fiction.

      Failed State
    • 2012

      London is the only city in the world where you could ever find Gilbert and George sharing space with the Gherkin and the Globe while the Great Fire burns and a gin drinker glugs her favorite tipple, and where members of the Bloomsbury Group hail a black cab while barrage balloons hover over Broadcasting House during the Blitz. In An Alphabet of London, Christoper Brown presents a series of wonderfully whimsical linocuts illustrating every aspect of London past and present, including personalities, buildings, monuments, legends, historic events, and other metropolitan icons. From Dickens, Dr Johnson, Tower Bridge and the Shard to the Diamond Jubilee, Wimbledon, pigeons, and jellied eels, all London life is here. A born-and-bred Londoner, Brown recounts his own memories of growing up in the capital, and also describes how he creates his distinctive prints. His unique, often humorous take on London will delight anyone who lives in or visits the city.

      An Alphabet of London
    • 2005

      Sign Language for Babies and Toddlers

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      All parents know the frustrations of trying to work out a child's needs when they are too young to communicate with words. This easy-to-use guide helps parents teach their children basic signs, allowing the child to express themselves from as early as seven months.An introduction explains how baby signing developed and its uses for the reader and their child. This leads into the main body of the book which is divided into themed categories, and then each entry is alphabetized within for easy use.Baby Signs is a reader-friendly practical guide will help to develop a child's learning abilities at the earliest possible stage, and helps create an invaluable bond between parent and child.

      Sign Language for Babies and Toddlers
    • 1999

      100 of the artist's masterpieces are presented in new photographs in this catalogue to accompany the exhibition. Essays describe Van Dyck's early years in Antwerp, his later life in Genoa and his final years in London where he was the court painter for Charles I from 1632 to his death in 1641.

      Anthony Van Dyck : 1599-1641
    • 1993

      Dutch painting

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading
      3.3(14)Add rating

      The series has always been highly regarded for its insight and authority, providing an invaluable introduction to key artists and movements in art history. Each volume contains an introductory essay, forty-eight full-page colour plates, accompanied by extensive notes, and numerous comparative illustrations in colour or black and white.

      Dutch painting