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A series of picaresque adventures set against the backdrop of a Japan still closed off from the rest of the world Musuis Story recounts the escapades of samurai Katsu Kokichi As it depicts Katsu stealing brawling indulging in the pleasure quarters and getting the better of authorities it also provides a refreshing perspective on Japanese society customs economy and human relationships From childhood Katsu was given to mischief He ran away from home once at thirteen making his way as a beggar on the great trunk road between Edo and Kyoto and again at twenty posing as the emissary of a feudal lord He eventually married and had children but never obtained official preferment and was forced to supplement a meager stipend by dealing in swords selling protection to shopkeepers and generally using his muscle and wits Katsus descriptions of loyalty and kindness greed and deception vanity and superstition offer an intimate view of daily life in nineteenthcentury Japan unavailable in standard history books Musuis Story will delight not only students of Japans past but also general readers who will be entranced by Katsus candor and boundless zest for life
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Nikon Z 30 DX Format, priced at 746.95 $ : it belongs to the Digital Cameras category; this product is sold by Adorama.com and made by Nikon.
Take your content creation to the next level with the Z 30 DXFormat Mirrorless Camera Creators Kit a comprehensive package designed for the modern creator Whether youre a vlogger streamer or videographer this kit provides a compact and lightweight 4K setup thats ready to capture your vision with precision and easeThe heart of the kit the Z 30 mirrorless camera is engineered to meet the demands of content creation With a userfriendly frontfacing touchscreen you can effortlessly frame your shots and navigate the cameras functions The Z 30 delivers crisp 4K video and Full HD 60p ensuring your content stands out with exceptional clarity and detail Its worryfree autofocus system featuring eye and face tracking for people dogs and cats keeps your subjects in sharp focus even when theyre on the moveProduct closeups are a breeze with the Z 30s intelligent autofocus that seamlessly adjusts when presenting items to the camera The vlogger essentials are all here an inwardclosing LCD to protect against fingerprints and scratches a red REC lamp for clear recording indication and intuitive selfie controls for focus and brightness adjustments including a selftimer for photosAudio quality is paramount and the Z 30 doesnt disappoint It boasts a builtin stereo microphone and for those windy outdoor shoots an optional outdoor wind muff is available Plus the camera is ready for an external microphone to further enhance your audio captureEase of use is at the forefront with the Z 30 Customize your settings with a personal i menu accessible at the touch of a button Auto Mode selects the optimal settings for any situation and for handheld shots the included kit lenses feature powerful image stabilization technology The cameras builtin eVR provides additional stabilization for video ensuring steady footage even when youre on the moveRemote control functionality is seamless with the free Nikon SnapBridge app allowing you to see through the cameras lens start and stop recordings and take photos from your smart device An optional Bluetooth remote offers even more control from a distanceThe Z 30 excels in photography as well capturing beautiful images with sharp details and natural skin tones perfect for thumbnails promotional posts and highquality content that surpasses smartphone capabilities For extended shooting sessions the camera can be powered via a USB TypeC connection and its capable of recording continuously for over 2 hoursLearning and navigating the Z 30 is straightforward with the helpful button that provides explanations for each camera setting Transferring photos and short video clips wirelessly to your smart device is effortless with the Nikon SnapBridge appThe included NIKKOR Z DX 1650mm f3563 VR Zoom Lens is a marvel of compactness and versatility As the smallest NIKKOR Z lens it covers a versatile zoom range ideal for a wide array of shots from street scenes to
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Nikon D780 FX Format DSLR, priced at 2796.95 $ : it belongs to the Digital Cameras category; this product is sold by Adorama.com and made by Nikon.
What sets the Nikon D780 FXFormat DSLR Camera apart is its fusion of versatility and agility making it an ideal choice for photographers and videographers who defy labels and seek to capture their unique visions This camera is engineered to elevate the art of fullframe photography and 4K video offering features like slow motion timelapse and remoteless long exposures Its creative shooting tools are designed to keep your inspiration flowing without interruptionThe D780 is a significant upgrade from its predecessor the D750 boasting enhanced speed advanced image processing and superior AF performance At its core lies a 245MP backside illuminated FX fullframe sensor ensuring exceptional light gathering capabilities for photos and videos with a shallow depth of field and pristine lowlight shotsPhotographers will appreciate the breakthroughs in autofocus technology for both stills and video The optical viewfinder is paired with Nikons proven 51point AF system enhanced by a new autofocus algorithm from the flagship D5 and 15 crosstype sensors In Live View the D780s 273point phasedetection AF system offers intelligent subject tracking across the frameThe D780 is a leap forward for DSLR technology with its EXPEED 6 image processing engine powering both photo and video quality AF performance and lowlight capabilities Video creators can utilize 10Bit NLog or the new HDR HLG formats for greater detail and dynamic range Builtin timecode simplifies multicamera shoots ensuring easy synchronization and loggingEyeDetection Autofocus in Live View mode ensures sharp portraits by focusing on the subjects eye Silent shooting at 12 FPS allows for capturing moments without disturbance and the tilting touchscreen LCD provides intuitive control and shooting from various angles The D780s highspeed shooting is improved to 7 frames per second making the most of its autofocus systemShutter speeds up to 18000 second freeze fast action with incredible detail and long exposures up to 15 minutes are possible without a remote The cameras 180KPixel Advanced Scene Recognition System ensures precise automatic adjustments for exposure focus and white balanceCreative Picture Controls and special effects modes along with flexible timelapse options and multiple exposure capabilities foster creativity Focus Shift Mode simplifies focus stacking for images requiring fronttoback sharpness Wireless connectivity via SnapBridge and options for wired or wireless LAN connections keep you wellconnected for image transferThe D780s durable build using magnesium alloy and carbon fiber is complemented by extensive weather sealing Dual UHSII SD card slots offer storage flexibility and the cameras energy efficiency allows for up to 2260 shots per charge USB Type C facilitates convenient charging and file transferThe included AFS NIKKOR 24120mm f4G ED VR Lens is a versatile standard zoom lens with a constant f4
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Nikon D780 FX Format DSLR, priced at 2746.95 $ : it belongs to the Digital Cameras category; this product is sold by Adorama.com and made by Nikon.
With the D780 FXFormat DSLR Camera you can capture your world in unparalleled detail and clarity This highquality advanced camera features a 245MP backside illuminated FX full frame sensor delivering stunningly detailed photos and 4K videos with ultra shallow depth of field and sharp clean low light shots The D780 is a professionalgrade camera that offers a host of innovative features Its 180Kpixel Advanced Scene Recognition System superb phasedetect autofocusing in photo and video and easy wireless image transfer are designed to meet every creative demand This camera is a creators dream come true offering versatility through full frame photography and 4K video slow motion timelapse and remoteless long exposures The D780 also boasts a durable construction with a body made of rugged magnesium alloy and carbon fiber materials Its thoroughly sealed to keep dust and moisture out especially around all moving parts and buttons for worryfree durability This camera bundle also includes the AFS NIKKOR 24120mm f4G ED VR Lens a highquality advanced lens that delivers stunning image quality at any aperture or focal length The lens body is impressively slim and compact despite having builtin Vibration Reduction VR II and a host of Nikons advanced lens technologies In addition to the camera and lens this bundle comes with a camera case a 64GB SDXC memory card an ENEL15B battery and a 77mm filter kit These accessories provide added value and convenience making this bundle a great choice for both professional photographers and hobbyists Whether youre a professional photographer or a passionate hobbyist the D780 FXFormat DSLR Camera with AFS NIKKOR 24120mm f4G ED VR Lens offers the advanced features and highquality performance you need to capture your world in stunning detail
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Find tips, reviews, and features on Nikon D780 FX Format DSLR sold for 2696.95 $ , available in the Digital Cameras category; this product belongs to Nikon and is sold by Adorama.com.
From capturing stunning stills to creating cinematic 4K videos the D780 FXFormat DSLR Camera with AFS NIKKOR 24120mm f4G ED VR Lens is a versatile and agile tool for every creative demand This fullframe camera is equipped with a 245MP backside illuminated FX sensor delivering remarkable light gathering for highly detailed photos and videos with ultrashallow depth of field and sharp clean low light shots The D780s autofocus system is a gamechanger for both stills and video The 51point AF system provides perfect clarity for optical viewfinder lovers while the 273point phasedetection AF system in Live View mode ensures brilliant detection and tracking of subjects throughout the entire frame With the addition of EyeDetection Autofocus the D780 locks focus on your subjects eye ensuring critically sharp portraits Powered by the nextgeneration EXPEED 6 image processing engine the D780 offers stunning photo and video quality exceptional AF performance and stellar lowlight clarity It also supports 10Bit NLog or new HDR HLG shooting formats preserving more detail dynamic range and contrast in videos The D780 is not just about capturing moments its about creating them With its builtin timelapse feature you can create breathtaking timelapse photography The cameras Focus Shift Mode automatically takes a series of images while continuously adjusting the focus position perfect for product photography landscapes and more The D780 is built to last with a rugged magnesium alloy and carbon fiber body and extensive weather sealing to keep dust and moisture out It also offers storage flexibility with dual UHSII SD card slots and energysaving reliability with up to 2260 shots per charge The bundle includes a 64GB SDXC Card Camera Bag 77mm Filter Kit Cleaning Kit Capleash II Card Reader and a Mac Software Package The AFS NIKKOR 24120mm f4G ED VR Lens included in the bundle is an advanced 5x standard to telephoto zoom lens that delivers stunning image quality at any aperture or focal length Unlock your creative vision with the D780 FXFormat DSLR Camera with AFS NIKKOR 24120mm f4G ED VR Lens a creators dream come true
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Canon imagePROGRAF GP 6600S 7 sold for 10186 $ , available in the Multifunction Printers category; this product is sold by Adorama.com and made by Canon.
Bring your production signage advertisements and business presentations to new heights with the Canon imagePROGRAF GP6600S 60 Large Format Inkjet Printer Engineered with the cuttingedge 7Color LUCIA PRO II Ink System this printer is designed to deliver bold robust and longlasting prints with high scratch resistance and an expansive darkcolor gamut range The GP S Series featuring orange ink is specifically designed to achieve a wide color gamut particularly in dark areas and superb scratch resistance The sevencolor ink system including orange ink can cover up to 96 of the PANTONE FORMULA GUIDE Solid Coated ensuring accurate color reproduction and excellent lightresistant pigment ink for improved ink longevity This largeformat printer is equipped with a multifunction roll unit intelligent media handling color calibration and a subink tank system It also features an internal light preview system and translucent media ink tank covers for easy monitoring of ink levels and loaded media The Canon imagePROGRAF GP6600S is registered as EPEAT Gold and ENERGY STAR certified demonstrating its commitment to environmental sustainability by replacing EPS packaging materials with cardboard packaging This printer comes with a suite of creative and workflow software solutions to streamline your everyday business needs These include Professional Print Layout PosterArtist Online and Lite versions Free Layout Plus Direct Print Plus and Accounting Manager The userfriendly design of the imagePROGRAF GP6600S features an intuitive interface screen that displays ink levels media indicator levels and other setting prompts all on the home screen The interior LED light ensures reliable operation such as previewing output while printing With the ability to calibrate the printer for consistent color this printer ensures color consistency over time and across multiple imagePROGRAF GP S Series devices The intelligent media handling reduces time and waste with automatic media feeding and detection of media type width and length The included Professional Print and Layout software enables easy professional photo printing with editing and layout tools as well as color management capabilities Free Layout Plus allows you to nest tile and create custom layouts before printing your files while the Accounting Manager helps track actual ink and media usage and costs In conclusion the Canon imagePROGRAF GP6600S 60 Large Format Inkjet Printer is a powerful tool for businesses looking to produce highquality longlasting prints with excellent color accuracy and robust output
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Nikon D780 FX Format DSLR sold for 2696.95 $ , available in the Digital Cameras category; this product is sold by Adorama.com and made by Nikon.
You can elevate your photography and videography to professional heights with the Nikon D780 FXFormat DSLR Camera paired with the versatile AFS NIKKOR 24120mm f4G ED VR Lens This bundle is a treasure trove for creatives eager to explore the full potential of fullframe imaging offering a harmonious blend of speed precision and highresolution capabilitiesThe D780s 245MP backside illuminated FX fullframe sensor is a marvel of light sensitivity ensuring your photos and videos are rich with detail even in challenging lowlight conditions The sensors design facilitates a shallow depth of field allowing for beautifully blurred backgrounds that make your subjects popFocusing is a breeze with the D780s advanced 51point AF system which includes 15 crosstype sensors and a borrowed autofocus algorithm from Nikons flagship D5 providing lightningfast and razorsharp focusing For Live View and video the camera boasts a 273point phasedetection AF system that ensures comprehensive frame coverage and subject trackingThe D780 isnt just about stills its a formidable tool for video creators as well It supports 4K UHD video recording and offers creative features like slow motion timelapse and selectable incamera shutter speeds for long exposures without the need for a remote Videographers will appreciate the 10Bit NLog and HDR HLG formats that retain more detail and dynamic range along with builtin timecode for multicamera shootsEyeDetection Autofocus in Live View mode is a gamechanger for portrait photographers locking onto your subjects eye for impeccably sharp results Silent shooting at 12 FPS allows you to capture moments without disturbance and the tilting touchscreen LCD provides intuitive control and shooting flexibilityThe D780s EXPEED 6 image processing engine is the powerhouse behind its exceptional image quality color reproduction and lowlight performance With shutter speeds reaching 18000s you can freeze the fastest action in exquisite detailFor extended shooting sessions the D780s dual UHSII SD card slots offer ample storage and workflow flexibility while the robust battery life supports up to 2260 shots per charge Wireless connectivity via SnapBridge and optional wireless LAN connections streamline image transfer and remote shootingDurability is a hallmark of the D780 constructed with rugged magnesium alloy and carbon fiber and extensively weathersealed to resist the elements The cameras energyefficient design ensures reliability for allday shootingThe included AFS NIKKOR 24120mm f4G ED VR Lens is a perfect companion for the D780 offering a versatile zoom range from wideangle to telephoto Its constant f4 aperture provides consistent exposure settings across the entire zoom range Builtin Vibration Reduction VR II helps to minimize the effects of camera shake ensuring sharp images even in low light or at slower shutter speedsThis comprehensive bundle also includes
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Canon imagePROGRAF GP 4600S 7 sold for 4722 $ , available in the Multifunction Printers category; this product is sold by Adorama.com and made by Canon.
If youre seeking a largeformat printer that delivers exceptional quality and performance look no further than the Canon imagePROGRAF GP4600S This 44 printer is equipped with the innovative 7Color LUCIA PRO II Ink System specifically engineered to elevate production signage advertisements and business printing needs The GP S Series featuring the unique addition of orange ink is meticulously designed to produce bold robust outputs It offers high light resistance ensuring the longevity of your prints and improved black density for a wider range of darkcolor gamut The sevencolor ink system inclusive of orange ink can cover an impressive 96 of the PANTONE FORMULA GUIDE Solid Coated delivering vibrant and accurate colors This highperformance printer boasts intelligent media handling and color calibration a subink tank system an internal light preview system and translucent media ink tank covers Its not just about superior print quality the imagePROGRAF GP4600S also prioritizes environmental responsibility replacing EPS packaging materials with cardboard packaging and is proudly registered as EPEAT Gold and ENERGY STAR certified To streamline your business operations this printer is compatible with a range of creative and workflow software solutions These include Professional Print Layout PosterArtist Online and Lite versions Free Layout Plus Direct Print Plus and Accounting Manager The new LUCIA PRO II Ink Set ensures excellent color accuracy a large color gamut particularly in dark areas superb scratch resistance and excellent lightresistant pigment ink for improved ink longevity The inclusion of Orange and Matte Black from the imagePROGRAF GP40002000 enhances the vividness of your prints The imagePROGRAF GP4600S is designed for ease of use with a userfriendly interface that displays ink levels media indicator levels and other setting prompts all on the home screen Translucent covers allow for easy monitoring of ink tanks and loaded media while an interior LED light ensures reliable operation The printers color calibration feature ensures consistent color output over time and across multiple imagePROGRAF GP S Series devices Intelligent media handling reduces time and waste with automatic media feeding and detection of media type width and length The included software solutions such as Professional Print and Layout Free Layout Plus and Accounting Manager further enhance the printers functionality offering easy professional photo printing custom layout creation and tracking of actual ink and media usage and costs In summary the Canon imagePROGRAF GP4600S 44 largeformat printer with its advanced 7Color LUCIA PRO II Ink System is a powerful tool designed to take your business printing to the next level
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Discover information, advice, and prices for A Soldier s Story of, priced at 41.04 $ : it belongs to the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
George W Nicholss aptly titled Soldiers Story is one of the classic narratives of frontline infantry service in the Army of Northern Virginia Nicholss 61st Georgia fought in the renowned brigade commanded in turn by General Alexander r Lawton General John B Gordon and General Clement A Evans Nichols framed his account without sentimental hindsight in addition to reporting great battles and dramatic moments he told the story of two cousins killing each other in a quarrel about cooking duties and described maggotinfested corpses around Spotsylvanias Bloody Angle An annotated roster of the 61st supplies details about Nicholss fellow veterans some of which are not available anywhere else Years of exhaustive research have made Professor K S Bohannon of the University of West Georgia the nonpareil leading authority on Georgias Civil War troops Bohannons introduction adduces strong new evidence about George Nichols and his book A thorough index also makes the work more accessible than earlier editionsRobert K Krick author of The Smoothbore Volley That Doomed the Confederacy The Death of Stonewall Jackson and Other Chapters on the Army of Northern Virginia
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Find tips, reviews, and features on Telling God s Story Year sold for 26.76 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product belongs to and is sold by Abebooks.com.
Coloring pages craft projects group activities and lesson plans turn Telling Gods Story Year Three into a complete easytouse elementary religion curriculum Designed for historical accuracy in consultation with historian Susan Wise Bauer These lesson plans designed to accompany the weekly lessons laid out in Telling Gods Story Year Three provide enough additional activities to fill out an entire week of home school or private school study a core set of activities is also provided for use of SundaySchool teachers Coloring pages accompany each lesson and accurately reflect the historical setting of the original stories while a full range of crafts games and activities help young students understand and remember Peace Hill Press has already produced bestselling activity books to accompany its awardwinning educational series The Story of the World History for the Classical Child First Language Lessons for the WellTrained Mind and The Complete Writer Writing with Ease 39 BampW Illustrations
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A new religion curriculum from the team that brought you The Story of the World These lesson plans designed to accompany the weekly lessons laid out in Telling Gods Story Year One available separately provide coloring pages craft projects and group activities to fill out an entire week of home school or private school study a core set of activities is also provided for the use of Sunday school teachers Coloring pages accompany each lesson and accurately reflect the historical setting of the original stories while a full range of crafts and activities help young students understand and remember Blackandwhite illustrations
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Explore tips, opinions, and features on Shout It Out Loud the sold at 20.65 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by , and sold by Abebooks.com.
How does an underground oddity become a cultural phenomenonFor over 40 years the rock band Kiss has galvanized the entertainment world with an unparalleled blitz of bravado theatricality and shameless merchandizing garnering generations of loyally rabid fans But if not for a few crucial months in late 1975 and early 1976 Kiss may have ended up nothing more than a footnoteShout It Out Loud is a serious examination of the circumstance and serendipity that fused the creation of the bands seminal work Destroyer including the bands arduous ascent to the unexpected smash hit Alive the ensuing lawsuits between its management and its label the pursuit of the hot young producer a grueling musical boot camp the wildly creative studio abandon the origins behind an iconic cover the eras most outlandish tour and the unlikely string of hit singlesExtensive research from the period and insights into each song are enhanced by hundreds of archived materials and dozens of interviews surrounding the mid70sera Kiss and its zeitgeist New interviews with major principals in the making of an outrageously imaginative rock classic animate this engaging tale
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Musui s Story The Autobiography sold for 26.67 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
A series of picaresque adventures set against the backdrop of a Japan still closed off from the rest of the world Musuis Story recounts the escapades of samurai Katsu Kokichi As it depicts Katsu stealing brawling indulging in the pleasure quarters and getting the better of authorities it also provides a refreshing perspective on Japanese society customs economy and human relationshipsFrom childhood Katsu was given to mischief He ran away from home once at thirteen making his way as a beggar on the great trunk road between Edo and Kyoto and again at twenty posing as the emissary of a feudal lord He eventually married and had children but never obtained official preferment and was forced to supplement a meager stipend by dealing in swords selling protection to shopkeepers and generally using his muscle and wits Katsus descriptions of loyalty and kindness greed and deception vanity and superstition offer an intimate view of daily life in nineteenthcentury Japan unavailable in standard history books Musuis Story will delight not only students of Japans past but also general readers who will be entranced by Katsus candor and boundless zest for life
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A series of picaresque adventures set against the backdrop of a Japan still closed off from the rest of the world Musuis Story recounts the escapades of samurai Katsu Kokichi As it depicts Katsu stealing brawling indulging in the pleasure quarters and getting the better of authorities it also provides a refreshing perspective on Japanese society customs economy and human relationshipsFrom childhood Katsu was given to mischief He ran away from home once at thirteen making his way as a beggar on the great trunk road between Edo and Kyoto and again at twenty posing as the emissary of a feudal lord He eventually married and had children but never obtained official preferment and was forced to supplement a meager stipend by dealing in swords selling protection to shopkeepers and generally using his muscle and wits Katsus descriptions of loyalty and kindness greed and deception vanity and superstition offer an intimate view of daily life in nineteenthcentury Japan unavailable in standard history books Musuis Story will delight not only students of Japans past but also general readers who will be entranced by Katsus candor and boundless zest for life
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Explore tips, opinions, and features on The Complete Short Stories of sold at 20.06 $ ; this product is listed in the Books & Magazines category, produced by , and sold by Abebooks.com.
One of the great literary figures of the modern age French novelist Marcel Proust 18711922 probes the precarious mental and erotic nuances of love the frail mysteries of time passing and time past in highly original surprising tales Includes a new translation of the complete text of Pleasures and Days Prousts only shortstory collection and six tales previously uncollected and never before available in English
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Find tips, reviews, and features on Get Tusked the Inside Story sold for 23.38 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product belongs to and is sold by Abebooks.com.
In this behindthescenes look at the making of Fleetwood Macs epic platinumselling double album Tusk producers and engineers Ken Caillat and Hernan Rojas tell their stories of spending a year with the band in their new milliondollar studio trying to follow up Rumours the biggest rock album of the time Following their massive success the band continued its infamous soap opera when its musical leader and guitarist Lindsey Buckingham threatened to quit if he didnt get things his way resulting in clashes not only with his band but especially Caillat who had been essential to the bands Grammywinning sound Hernan Rojass story recounts a young man who leaves Chile after General Pinochets coup to seek his future in the music industry of Los Angeles where he finds success at one of the hottest studios in town When Fleetwood Mac arrives Rojas falls in love with its star singer Stevie Nicks and the two of them become romantically involvedThroughout the book both Caillat and Rojas detail not only the trials and sacrifices they made to finish the album but also triumphs of musical inspiration and technical innovation that have made Tusk the darling of music critics and indie rockers today
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Discover information, advice, and prices for The Story of Britain From sold for 21.03 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
A beautifully written story a box of delights a treasure trove final proof of truths superiority over fictionAndrew Roberts A sparkling anecdotal account with the pace of an epic about the men and women who created turning points in history Rebecca Frasers dramatic portrayal of the scientists statesmen explorers soldiers traders and artists who forged Britains national institutions is the perfect introduction to British history Just as much as kings and queens battles and empire Britains great themes have been the liberty of the individual the rule of law and the parliamentary democracy invented to protect them Ever since Caractacus and Boudicca surprised the Romans with the bravery of their resistance Britain has stood out as the home of freedom From Thomas More to William Wilberforce from Gladstone to Churchill Britains history is studded with heroic figures who have resisted tyranny in all its guises whether it be the Stuart kings belief in divine right the institution of slavery or the ambitions of Napoleon and Hitler 154 illustrations
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Asegi Stories Format Paperback, priced at 35.04 $ : it belongs to the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
In Cherokee Asegi udanto refers to people who either fall outside of mens and womens roles or who mix mens and womens roles Asegi which translates as strange is also used by some Cherokees as a term similar to queer For author QwoLi Driskill asegi provides a means by which to reread Cherokee history in order to listen for those stories rendered strange by colonial heteropatriarchy As the first fulllength work of scholarship to develop a tribally specific Indigenous Queer or TwoSpirit critique Asegi Stories examines gender and sexuality in Cherokee cultural memory how they shape the present and how they can influence the future The theoretical and methodological underpinnings of Asegi Stories derive from activist artistic and intellectual genealogies referred to as dissent lines by Maori scholar Linda Tuhiwai Smith Driskill intertwines Cherokee and other Indigenous traditions women of color feminisms grassroots activisms queer and Trans studies and politics rhetoric Native studies and decolonial politics Drawing from oral histories and archival documents in order to articulate Cherokeecentered TwoSpirit critiques Driskill contributes to the larger intertribal movements for social justice
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Find tips, reviews, and features on Happily Sometimes After Discovering Stories sold for 35.04 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product belongs to and is sold by Abebooks.com.
For more than four hundred years members of the authors family have been telling stories about their American lives They have told of impassioned elopements and heartbreaking kidnaps of hairbreadth escapes and shocking murders of bigamists changelings patriots Indians fires floods and how the greatgrandmother of Chief Justice John Marshall married the pirate Blackbeard by mistake In this beautifully written work Andie Tucher considers family stories as another way to look at history neither from the top down nor the bottom up but from the inside out She explores not just what happenedeverywhere from Jamestown to Boonesborough from the bloody field at Chickamauga to the metropolis of the Gilded Agebut also what the storytellers thought or wished or hoped or feared happened She offers insights into what they valued what they lost how they judged their own lives and found meaning in them The narrative touches on sorrow recompense love pain and the persistent tension between hope and disappointment in a nation that by making the pursuit of happiness thinkable also made unhappiness regrettable Based on extensive research in archives local history societies and familyhistory sources as well as conversations and correspondence Happily Sometimes After offers an intimate and unusual perspective on how ordinary people used stories to imagine the world they wished for and what those stories reveal about their relationships with the world they actually had
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Find tips, reviews, and features on The Jewish Oregon Story 1950 sold for 25.2 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product belongs to Oregon and is sold by Abebooks.com.
The Jewish Oregon Story traces the history of diverse Jewish Oregonians and their communities during a period of dramatic change Drawing on archival sources including a collection of over five hundred oral histories the book explores how Jewish Oregonians both contributed to and were shaped by the Oregon Story a political shift that fueled Oregonsand particularly Portlandsemerging reputation for progressivism and sustainability Six chapters examine a community grappling with and increasingly embracing changefrom the dramatic national shifts in womens roles and intergroup relations to local issues such as the razing of the historic South Portland Jewish neighborhood An original community musical Whatever Happened to Old South Portland frames the creation of a new Portland Jewish identity emerging out of the ashes of South Portland and tapping ethnic expression as an antidote to suburbanization and assimilation A peek behind the scenes exposes the crucial role of womens voluntarism and traces the impact of women entering the workforce and winning acceptance as equals in organizational and ritual life Chapters on involvement in liberal politics and advocacy for Israel explore communal engagement that reflected national trends but beginning in the 1980s were increasingly shaped by emerging local progressivism A final chapter charts recent shifts in Oregon Jewish geography demographics and organizational life exploring the rebirth of smaller communities and the embrace of postdenominational Jewry spirituality and an ethos of environmentalism and inclusionThe Jewish Oregon Story will be of great interest to the Jewish community in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest and will appeal broadly to all readers of American Western and Oregon history particularly those interested in questions of ethnicity and identityPublished in Cooperation with the Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education
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