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This exciting work, by one of today's most highly regarded music scholars, brings new light to the more than two dozen works by Ralph Vaughan Williams for military band, brass band and wind ensemble. Vaughan Williams' unique relationship with fellow composer Gustav Holst is examined as well as his relationships with personnel at the Royal Military School of Music, the BBC and the Salvation Army. There's much more in this hard-to-put-down volume for conductors, performers, students and aficionados! ... Read more

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This work offers an annotated reference guide to the life and works of this important American composer.Wentzel opens the book by discussing Barber's life (1910-1981) and achievements.He then offers a chronology placing Barber's works in the context of his time.The book proceeds with an annotated bibliography focussing on biographical and critical works on Barber, and also includes select discographical information.This is an important resource for the study of the 20th century music of America. ... Read more

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The Ghost and Mrs. Muir, The Barefoot Contessa, and All About Eve-just three of the most well-known films of writer, director, and producer Joseph L. Mankiewicz. This work contains, first, critical essays about the man and his work, and then presents a guide to resources, an annotated bibliography, and a filmography. The essays on each of his films are categorized under Mankiewicz's Dark Cinema, The Mankiewicz Woman, Filmed Theatre, and Literary Adaptations. The annotated bibliography includes writings by and about Mankiewicz; the filmography includes full cast and credit information and other data. Information on Mankiewicz's awards, miscellaneous and unrealized projects, and film festivals honoring him is also provided ... Read more

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Terrific reference tool
Written to inspire further research on Joe Mankiewicz, this is a first rate reference tool for film students and pop culture historians. ... Read more

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Excellent Historical Reading
On a holiday trip to Sequoia I picked up this book at a Bed and Breakfast to read up on the local geographical highlights of the region.This book was so easy to read and filled with historical facts, that I read half of the book in two nights. The author transmits the feelings an the thoughts of the historical figures in a way that makes you feel as if you where there in the late 1800's.This is an excellent book for a pre-hiking or pre-camping exploration of the Sequoia National Park Vicinity.Enjoy the reading!! ... Read more

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Conservationist Cifford Pinchot's diaries, from 1889 until his death in 1946, offer a view into government involvment with the conservation movement. ... Read more

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Fun Reproducible Mini-Books That Invite Kids To Read & Explore 12 Forms Of Writing Including Biography, Non-Fiction, Tall Tales, Fantasy, Mystery, Poetry, Plays & More
Great for All Learning Styles!
Teach 12 exciting genres with these kid-pleasing, illustrated mini-books! ... Read more

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Presents guidance, direction, and motivation for those considering a career in broadcast journalism, based on information from people actually involved in the field. ... Read more

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Surviving in the Coal Mines
Once I started reading this book I just couldn't put down. Martineau's memoir is filled with his experiences as a pastor in West Virginia. In order to provide enough to support his family he gets a second job as a coal miner in the Olga Coal Company, the same mine the movie October Sky was based on. His book was very exciting and was an example to me how to trust God through all the hardships and trials of life. Not only did I learn about coal mining but I had an excellent glimpse into one of the world's most dangerous occupations. From front to back you'll go through all the laughs, hardships, trials and miracles he experienced in Coalwood, West Virginia. No matter if you've been a coal miner or pastor or neither you'll enjoy this book and leave inspired and encouraged as I did. ... Read more

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Great Book
Fun book of the early days of exploration.Enjoyable overview of the Middle East and Utah. ... Read more

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This book is Margaret Cundiff's highly entertaining account of women'sministry from the inside. Written with humor and candor, the bookserves as a reflection on the now-changed landscape of theministry. Delightful in its honesty and realism, and set in her NorthYorkshire parish, this book communicates the sheer enjoyment of onewho is happily conscious of being in the place and job where God wantsher to be. ... Read more

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Engaging 16-page books on must-know, inspiring Americans. Features lively text, captions, realistic illustrations, glossaries, diagrams, and more.Correlate with Guided Reading Levels I and J. For use with Grades K–2. ... Read more

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Harriet Tubman
Follow the North Star
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Wow! I didn't know that. Harriet Tubman was born in 1820 to 1913 in Maryland. She was born a slave and very strong. One night she ran away to freedom. When she got to Philadelphia she ran back to Maryland and freed more than 500 slaves.Unfortunately, Harriet died of old age at 93.
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The worst of all possible worlds
This book is not for the recreational reader, indeed it is one of the most depressing and distressing documents I have ever read. Nevertheless, I urge all readers concerned with issues that impact on the survival of humanity to read it thoroughly and absorb the lessons which it so graphically presents. In terms of an indictment of our government and various vested interests, it compares favorably with J'accuse written in 1898 by Emile Zola in response to the corrupt behaivor of the French nation, government and army during the Dreyfus affair. The most horrifying event in the book, and there are many to choice from, is the description of how the Health Physics Division was subdivided after Dr. Morgan's retirement in 1972 and distributed among "other laboratory divisions where radiation protection is not a primary objective". When I read this my immediate thought was of the dismemberment of Lemuel Pitkin so brilliantly described by Nathanael West. One can only be appaled by the many destructive acts which occurred when the Angry Genie left the bottle. It is frightening that those responsible for them have, to my knowledge, never been cited for criminal irresponsibility.

A charming and important book.
This charming memoir starts in 1943, when Dr. Morgan was recruited away from his happy research on cosmic-ray physics to join the atomic-bomb project.He was one of the four or five persons assigned to figure out how to prevent bomb-workers from irradiating themselves to death. In 1943, it was barely known how to measure doses from thevarious types of radiation, so Dr. Morgan had to invent many a meteringdevice.Additionally, no one knew how to store the radioactive waste whichwould accumulate at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where Dr. Morgandetected its escape-routes and tried to plug them.He became aninternationally honored expert and author on radiation health-effects andprotection measures. This is the story of a manof great integrity, who made enormous contributions to protecting health,and yet by his own standards, failed to succeed well enough.His"walk" through the nuclear age helps to illuminate thesuppression of scientific dissent in the nuclear enterprises --- andpresents an interesting contrast to books by Dr. Glenn Seaborg (Chairman ofthe Atomic Energy Commission) covering many of the same years.The ninthchapter covers Dr. Morgan's expert testimony for the plaintiffs in twolandmark trials (the Karen Silkwood Case 1979, and the Utah Bomb-FalloutCase 1982).The memoir provides not only an important record ofmoral, legal, public health, environmental, and scientific history --- butit also provides a highly engaging personal story of coping with theunexpected.

The Angrt Genie is a must read.
It is commonly understood that only the best books are made into audio tapes.On a whim my family and I put the Angry Genie to the test.We read the book aloud on our annual cross country car trip without one complaintfrom any family member. The surprize attraction of the Angry Genie is itsreal appeal to the non scientific person.By just glancing through thebook one might assume that he or she could be overwhelmed with scientificmaterial,however, by no means is that the case.In the 180 pages ofstory, from the amazing experiments under Chicago University Stadium to themany photos of actual players in our history, I was drawn to thepersonalities and inside details of the developments of a powerfulscientific discovery.In fact I most recommend this book because if thesurprizing revelations on several fronts.First, the power and importanceof science and scientists in this centuary is no more dramaticallyillustrated than in this story of nuclear power.Not even the terror of'Outbreak" or the suspence of 'Apallo 13" are equal to thereawakening we get in the Angry Genie.Second, Dr. Morgan was able toinput all of the required technical information and formulas in the bookwithout interupting the book's flow. Third, the historical, medical andsociological impact is compelling.There is the letter from Einstein toFDR about the potential of the bomb and the fascinating information aboutthe effects of all the different types of rays on humans.I plan ontelling my book club about this wonderful book as well as all my friendswho love historical books.

A man of faith becomes a world famous scientist.
I really enjoyed this story about a good human being who descended from a long line of Lutheran ministers going back to Martin Luther.It required considerable courage for Dr. Karl Morgan to publically detail the"biggest mistake" of his life when he reluctantly agreed tocensorship by his superiors.This book was clearly written from Morgan'ssoul and provides valuable perspective from a 91-year-old legend whostarted the entire field of health physics.This autobiography should berequired reading for all Americans.

The true story of an unsung hero who saved countless lives.
I was captivated by Karl Z. Morgan's 50 year battle with powerful elements in the nuclear industrialcomplex for common sense safety measures.I was appalled to discover the extent of the damage the government inflicted uponour citizens through the abuse of nuclear power and and careless weapons'tests.Even more disturbing is Morgan's summary of numerous radiationexperiments our government secretly conducted on innocent Americans. Morgan stands out as a pillar of truth in a desert of deceit.No one canread this without thinking "I had no idea this was going on." ... Read more

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A vibrant celebration of humanity's search for knowledge.

Thirty years ago Rolex created the biennial Awards for Enterprise to honor outstanding individual achievements in the realms of science and nature, invention and discovery, culture and heritage. Out of thousands of contenders, ten people are singled out for their dedicated and passionate contributions around the world. Past projects have included a system to prevent collisions between whales and ships, a plan to protect the Amazonian rainforest, and the reintroduction of rare wild horses into Mongolia.

Filled with photographs and accessible texts by an international team of journalists, this book commemorates the unique and life-enhancing projects of the most recent award winners. 200+ color illustrations. ... Read more

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10 individuals that fulfile a dream of helping the world
Such inspiring stories are enough to make you stop and wonder. For me, it was about understanding how these truly remarkable people came to be empowered to make a difference in the world. These are unique scientific/exploration projects. Feel privileged to follow them in Siberia, Bangladesh, Peru, Chile, Thailand and the Indianan Oceans. Kudos to Rolex, the sponsoring company behind the program. ... Read more