Jon E. Lewis is een historicus en auteur wiens werk het verleden verkent. Als redacteur heeft hij talrijke bloemlezingen samengesteld, waarin boeiende verhalen en diverse stemmen worden bijeengebracht. Zijn geschriften worden erkend om hun diepgang en betrokkenheid, en spreken een breed lezerspubliek aan dat geïnteresseerd is in historische verslagen en avontuurlijke verhalen. De onderscheidende aanpak van Lewis biedt lezers nieuwe perspectieven op belangrijke gebeurtenissen en menselijke ervaringen.
Exploring the evolution of a relationship, the narrative delves into the initial meeting of the characters, the development of their bond, and the factors that contributed to its strength. Through various experiences and challenges, the story highlights the depth of connection and emotional growth between them, showcasing the journey from acquaintances to a profound partnership. Themes of love, resilience, and the power of human connection are intricately woven throughout the tale.
The defeat of Bulgaria following a whirlwind offensive on the Macedonian Front in September 1918 played a significant part in bringing the War to a close within the year. The Forgotten Front tells the full story of the much-neglected Macedonian Campaign from its hesitant origins to its triumphant conclusion.
Focusing on the intersection of American film and culture, this book delves into the iconic yet often overlooked characters of '60s cinema. It offers a fresh perspective on the clash between the counterculture movement and Hollywood's traditional industry, highlighting the era's significant cultural shifts. The author, known for his insightful critiques and engaging storytelling, enriches the narrative with detailed historical context, making it a vital contribution to film history and an essential read for enthusiasts of the genre.
Francis Ford Coppola's The Godfather, Part II (1974) is a magisterial cinematic work, a gorgeous, stylized, auteur epic, and one of the few sequels judged by many to be greater than its predecessor. This despite the fact that it consists largely of meetings between aspiring 'Godfather' Michael Corleone and fellow gangsters, politicians and family members. The meetings remind us that the modern gangster's success is built upon inside information and on strategic planning. Michael and his father Vito's days resemble those of the legitimate businessmen they aspire or pretend to be.Jon Lewis's study of Coppola's masterpiece provides a close analysis of the film and a discussion of its cinematic and political contexts. It is structured in three “The Sequel,” “The Dissolve,” and “The Sicilian Thing” – accommodating three avenues of inquiry, the film's importance in and to Hollywood history, its unique, auteur style and form; and its cultural significance. Of interest, then, is New Hollywood history, mise-en-scene, and a view of the Corleone saga as a cautionary capitalist parable, as a metaphor of the corruption of American power, post-Vietnam, post-Watergate.
Exploring the themes of empathy and connection, this book follows a protagonist who embarks on a journey of self-discovery while helping others. Through a series of encounters, the character learns the impact of kindness and the importance of community. The narrative weaves together personal growth and the transformative power of reaching out, ultimately highlighting how small acts can lead to significant changes in both the helper and those they assist.
Focused on film analysis, this book provides a dynamic approach to understanding cinema through vivid illustrations and practical examples. It includes frame captures and interviews with industry professionals, enhancing real-world relevance. Each chapter features unique screening questions to help apply concepts to films, while a running glossary and an illustrated glossary at the end offer clear explanations of terminology. The latest edition incorporates updated guidelines from the 2016 MLA Handbook, Eighth Edition, ensuring current academic standards.
Two spectacular dead bodies-Elizabeth Short, known as the Black Dahlia, found dumped and posed in a vacant lot in January 1947, and Marilyn Monroe, found dead in her home in August 1962-bookend this new history of Hollywood's postwar transition.
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40 eyewitness accounts from the first attempts on the summit in the 1920s to the disasters of 2014
Fourteen vivid, first-hand accounts of a soldier's life in the Age of Napoleon