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Paul Simpson

    The Rough Guide to James Bond
    Bond vs. Bond: Revised and Updated
    A Brief Guide to Stephen King
    Farscape
    Revolutionary Spirit
    The Rough Guide to the Lord of the Rings
    • Coexistence

      Spacings, Dis-positions, and Being-with Others

      • 208bladzijden
      • 8 uur lezen

      Focusing on the complexity of coexistence, the book explores the inherent tensions in living alongside both human and non-human entities. It delves into the dynamics of difference, emphasizing that while we share spaces and experiences, we are also constantly negotiating our distinct identities and perspectives. This examination encourages a deeper understanding of how relationships shape our interactions and existence within a diverse world.

      Coexistence2024
    • Part memoir, part social history, Revolutionary Spirit is the poignant, often hilarious story of a cult Liverpool musician s scenic route to fame and artistic validation.

      Revolutionary Spirit2023
      4,4
    • The Colour Code

      • 352bladzijden
      • 13 uur lezen

      How many colours are there? In the West we see seven, but the Chinese see five, while the Pirahã tribe in the Amazon have no words for the spectrum. Colour isn't something we see; it's something we think.In this popular culture miscellany, Paul Simpson takes eleven key colours and explores how they have shaped our evolution as a species, persuaded us in politics and culture and allowed us to express or oppress personal freedoms. His book investigates such issues as the shifting gender of pink, the poisonous potential of green, the decadence of yellow, the performance-diminishing impact of grey and the ways in which orange has shaped power in Europe.

      The Colour Code2021
      3,7
    • Non-representational Theory

      • 266bladzijden
      • 10 uur lezen

      Focusing on innovative ideas that have captivated geographers, this book presents an alternative approach to understanding geographic knowledge. It serves as the first comprehensive introduction to these concepts, emphasizing their influence on the field of geography and offering accessible insights into contemporary practices and theories.

      Non-representational Theory2020
    • Bond vs. Bond: Revised and Updated

      • 208bladzijden
      • 8 uur lezen

      In this revised and updated paperback edition of Bond vs. Bond: Revised and Updated, you'll find side-by-side comparisons and contrasts of all the Bonds from Connery to Craig, now including the 2020 movie No Time to Die.

      Bond vs. Bond: Revised and Updated2020
      3,9
    • Wer war der erste deutsche Fußballprofi? Können Elefanten Elfmeter schießen? In welcher taktischen Formation gewann Nordkorea 1966 gegen Italien? Antworten auf diese und viele andere Fragen liefert dieses Buch. Außerdem lernen wir, was der Übersteiger mit holländischen Eisschnellläufern zu tun hat, wer als erster 4-4-2 spielen ließ und dass der „Totale Fußball“ nicht von Rinus Michels erfunden wurde. In den mehr als 100 kurzweiligen Texten über Stars, Eigenartiges, Rekorde, Erfindungen, Trainer und Kultur steckt unglaublich viel Wissen über das Spiel, das wir lieben. Altbekannte Weisheiten werden in Frage gestellt, vergessene Helden neu entdeckt, und so manchem Mythos geht es an den Kragen.

      Wer erfand den Übersteiger … und andere lebenswichtige Fußballfragen2015
    • Offers a collection of real-life accounts of both well-known and less well-known air disasters and near misses, while covering scientific factors and the political backgrounds to terrorist and military in-air incidents, focuses on the human element. This book covers the ingenious, painstaking work done by air-accident investigators.

      The Mammoth Book of Air Disasters and Near Misses2014
    • Stylistics

      A Resource Book for Students

      • 314bladzijden
      • 11 uur lezen

      Focusing on literary stylistics, this second edition offers a clear and thorough introduction to the subject. It explores key concepts and techniques, making complex ideas approachable for readers. The book is designed to enhance understanding of the interplay between language and literature, providing valuable insights for students and enthusiasts alike.

      Stylistics2014
      3,2
    • A Brief Guide to Stephen King

      • 304bladzijden
      • 11 uur lezen

      All you wanted to know about Stephen King . . . but were too afraid to ask!In 1974, a new talent burst onto the horror scene: Maine schoolteacher Stephen King. Over the next forty years, King's name would become synonymous with horror and dark fantasy through over fifty bestselling books, including his magnum opus The Dark Tower.Simpson traces the writer's development through his difficult childhood and his early writing career to the success of Carrie, 'Salem's Lot and The Shining in the 1970s and the outpouring of material over the following two decades, some published under the pseudonym of Richard Bachman. He shows how King's writing was affected by the accident that nearly killed him in 1999, and the ways in which his battles with addiction to alcohol and medication are reflected in his stories. He also discusses the dozens of films, TV shows, plays and comic books that have been inspired by King's works.A recipient of the Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters, among many other fantasy and mystery awards, King is one of the most significant cultural figures of the recent past, whose work remains as relevant - and popular - today as when he began writing.

      A Brief Guide to Stephen King2014
      4,0
    • Language and Power

      • 272bladzijden
      • 10 uur lezen

      Routledge English Language Introductions cover core areas of language study and are one-stop resources for students. Assuming no prior knowledge, books in the series offer an accessible overview of the subject, with activities, study questions, sample analyses, commentaries and key readings – all in the same volume. The innovative and flexible ‘two-dimensional’ structure is built around four sections – introduction, development, exploration and extension – which offer self-contained stages for study. Each topic can also be read across these sections, enabling the reader to build gradually on the knowledge gained. Language and Power : Language and Power will be essential reading for students studying English language and linguistics. Paul Simpson is Professor of English Language in the School of English at Queen’s University Belfast, UK, where he teaches and researches in stylistics, critical linguistics and related fields of study. Andrea Mayr is Lecturer in Modern English Language and Linguistics at Queen’s University Belfast, UK, where she teaches and researches in media discourse and in multimodal critical discourse analysis.

      Language and Power2009
      3,5
    • Smallville, Season 3

      The Official Companion

      • 160bladzijden
      • 6 uur lezen

      Smallville, the hit show which follows the adventures of teenage Clark Kent and his friends — including Lana Lang and Lex Luthor — is one of the hottest shows on TV! This official companion tells you everything you need to know about the stunning third season, and is packed once again with exclusive interviews, unseen photos, behind-the-scenes secrets and of course a complete episode guide. Plus, there’s a deeper insight into the world of Smallville, with more excerpts from The Smallville Ledger and the high school newspaper, The Torch. The only writer to be granted complete access to the set, Paul Simpson continues his exclusive inside story of this Kryptonite red-hot show.

      Smallville, Season 32005
      3,9
    • Smallville

      The Official Companion Season 2

      • 160bladzijden
      • 6 uur lezen

      Smallville, the hit show following the adventures of a teenage Clark Kent and his friends — including Lana Lang and Lex Luthor — is one of the hottest shows on TV. This new authorised companion tells you everything you need to know about the amazing second season, and is packed with yet more exclusive interviews, unseen photos, behind-the-scenes secrets and of course a complete episode guide. Plus, there’s a deeper insight into the world of Smallville, with more excerpts from The Smallville Ledger and the high school newspaper, The Torch. The only writer to be granted complete access to the set, Paul Simpson continues his exclusive inside story of this Kryptonite red-hot show.

      Smallville2005
      3,9
    • Smallville

      The Official Companion Season 1

      • 176bladzijden
      • 7 uur lezen

      Provides an introduction to season one of the hit television series, giving an episode-by-episode summary, memorable quotes from each episode, and interviews with the cast.

      Smallville2004
      3,8
    • This guide to the Lord of the Rings provides an entertaining and informative insight into the books, the films and their creator, J.R.R. Tolkien. It serves as an introduction to those who have seen the films but fear the books are for anoraks and is of sufficient depth for devoted Tolkienites. It tracks the evolution of the Lord of the Rings phenomenon from Ronald Tolkien's upbringing and contemporaries such as C.S. Lewis to the revival of fantasy fiction, the obsessive fans and the trilogy's influence on figures from George Lucas to J.K. Rowling. There is also an in-depth look at the characters, a guide to Middle Earth and a rundown of the best film locations to visit, including practical details of how to get there and where best to stay.

      The Rough Guide to the Lord of the Rings2003
      4,7
    • This new Rough Guide is devoted to pop music; the tacky, catchy and yet enduring music we grew up with when we should have been listening to something more profound. We celebrate the hits, the singers, the impresarios, and the songs that have made up the

      The Rough Guide to Cult Pop2003
      3,6
    • The Rough Guide to James Bond

      • 272bladzijden
      • 10 uur lezen

      There's no-one quite like 007, the secret agent whose identity is not so secret. This book covers a range of information about James Bond and his world. There are accounts of stunts, facts about the novels and a look at the lifestyle - from the cars to the locations, to the girls.

      The Rough Guide to James Bond2002
      3,9
    • Farscape

      • 160bladzijden
      • 6 uur lezen

      Farscape has quickly established itself as one of the most exciting and original sci-fi shows in years, mixing great scripts and characters with state of the art special effects. Following the huge success of the first volume, Farscape: The Illustrated Season 2 Companion provides in-depth coverage of the show's amazing second season. With unprecedented access to the show's stars and production team (including Farscape creator Rockne S. O'Bannon), the book takes an exclusive, detailed look behind the scenes, and also includes an episode guide to the whole of season two, with a look ahead to season three... It's a book no Scaper can be without

      Farscape2001
      4,3
    • The Rough Guide to Cult Movies

      • 480bladzijden
      • 17 uur lezen

      This new edition of the Rough Guide to Cult Movies offers a new improved blend of essential trivia and informed opinion as it takes you on a tour of the most compellingly weird - and weirdly compelling - films in the world. From ''A Bout de Souffle'' to ''Zoltan Hound of Dracula'', this guide selects films to savour in every genre from circus movies to westerns of all flavours - spaghetti and sauerkraut. New genres have been added - gambling and vampires - and this edition includes a miscellany of movie trivia identifying, for example, the four women who have played Hamlet on screen, a peek at celluloid''s greatest back stories (such as the rumours of munchkin mayhem in The Wizard Of Oz) and a personal selection of cult movies from the likes of Johnny Depp, Julie Christie, Kevin Spacey and Bert Kwouk.

      The Rough Guide to Cult Movies2001
      3,7