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Book Reflections from Behind the Glass

Download or read book Reflections from Behind the Glass written by Jasper A. Lee and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2020-10-23 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We see the world through various glasses—rose-colored glasses, glass ceilings, even the looking glass. While our greatest insights arise from seeing things through these glasses, it is not until we look beyond them that we understand who we are and who we can be. When we cannot see the glass, we risk being trapped in our own glass cell, or, worse, a house of mirrors of our own making.

Book Reflections from Behind the Glass

Download or read book Reflections from Behind the Glass written by Japser A. Lee and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-23 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We see the world through various glasses--rose-colored glasses, glass ceilings, even the looking glass. While our greatest insights arise from seeing things through these glasses, it is not until we look beyond them that we understand who we are and who we can be. When we cannot see the glass, we risk being trapped in our own glass cell, or, worse, a house of mirrors of our own making.

Book In Sparkling Company

Download or read book In Sparkling Company written by Christopher Maxwell and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Reflections in a Glass Eye

Download or read book Reflections in a Glass Eye written by International Center of Photography and published by Bulfinch Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrates the artistry and diversity of the photographic medium

Book Light Science and Magic

Download or read book Light Science and Magic written by Fil Hunter and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2013-05-02 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is renowned for being the book to own to understand lighting! This is better than all the other how to books on the market which just provide set examples for photographers to follow. Light Science and Magic provides photographers with a comprehensive theory of the nature and principles of light to allow individual photographers to use lighting to express their own creativity. It will show you in-depth how to light the most difficult subjects such as surfaces, metal, glass, liquids, extremes (black-on-black and white-on-white), and people. With more information specific for degital photographers, a brand new chapter on equipment, much more information on location lighting, and more on photographing people, you'll see why this is one of the only recommended books by www.strobist.com.

Book Reflections in a Looking Glass

Download or read book Reflections in a Looking Glass written by Morton Norton Cohen and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A catalog of an exhibition held at the Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center.

Book Reflections from Both Sides of the Glass Ceiling

Download or read book Reflections from Both Sides of the Glass Ceiling written by Stephanie Battaglino and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-11 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Reflections in a Glass Door

Download or read book Reflections in a Glass Door written by Marvin Marcus and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2009-07-15 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Much has been written about Natsume Soseki (1867–1916), one of Japan’s most celebrated writers. Known primarily for his novels, he also published a large and diverse body of short personal writings (shohin) that have long lived in the shadow of his fictional works. The essays, which appeared in the Asahi shinbun between 1907 and 1915, comprise a fascinating autobiographical mosaic, while capturing the spirit of the Meiji era and the birth of modern Japan. In Reflections in a Glass Door, Marvin Marcus introduces readers to a rich sampling of Soseki’s shohin. The writer revisits his Tokyo childhood, recalling family, friends, and colleagues and musing wistfully on the transformation of his city and its old neighborhoods. He painfully recounts his two years in London, where he immersed himself in literary research even as he struggled with severe depression. A chronic stomach ailment causes Soseki to reflect on his own mortality and what he saw as the spiritual afflictions of modern Japanese: rampant egocentrism and materialism. Throughout he adopts a number of narrative voices and poses: the peevish husband, the harried novelist, the convalescent, the seeker of wisdom. Marcus identifies memory and melancholy as key themes in Soseki’s personal writings and highlights their relevance in his fiction. He balances Soseki’s account of his Tokyo household with that of his wife, Natsume Kyoko, who left a straightforward record of life with her celebrated husband. Soseki crafted a moving and convincing voice in his shohin, which can now be pondered and enjoyed for their penetrating observation and honesty, as well as the fresh perspective they offer on one of Japan’s literary giants.

Book Neil Young

Download or read book Neil Young written by Sylvie Simmons and published by Canongate Books Limited. This book was released on 2001 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1966, an aspiring singer-songwriter drove a battered funeral car 2,000 miles from his native Canada to Los Angeles, California, to seek his fortune in the music business. Thirty-five years later, Neil Young is still going strong, the survivor of an astonishing career which has taken in the Buffalo Springfield, Crosby, Still, Nash & Young, numerous collaborations and 30-plus solo albums. Featuring new and previously unpublished interviews with close friends and musicians, Simmons' book provides startling new insights into Young's music, shedding fresh light on his family life, behind-the-scenes relationships and health problems. It also uncovers new facts about his friendship with murderer Charles Manson, and closely examines his schizophrenic '80s output and musical return to form as Godfather of Grunge in '90s.

Book Roman Glass

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  • Author : Stuart J. Fleming
  • Publisher : UPenn Museum of Archaeology
  • Release : 1999
  • ISBN : 9780924171734
  • Pages : 224 pages

Download or read book Roman Glass written by Stuart J. Fleming and published by UPenn Museum of Archaeology. This book was released on 1999 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follow the way social attitudes and historical events—among them, slavery and materialism, wars and plagues—influenced how glassworking developed in the Roman world from the mid-first century B.C. to the late sixth century A.D. Woven into this story is the place of glassware in Roman everyday life, from the lady-of-the-house's cosmetic preparations each morning to the setting of table for the evening meal. Included are two special appendices: one considers the technology of ancient glassmaking, the other summarizes ancient opinions on the properties and merits of glass.

Book Picture Perfect Food

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  • Author : Joanie Simon
  • Publisher : Page Street Publishing
  • Release : 2021-04-20
  • ISBN : 1645672565
  • Pages : 304 pages

Download or read book Picture Perfect Food written by Joanie Simon and published by Page Street Publishing. This book was released on 2021-04-20 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shoot Stunning, Professional Food Photography that Looks Good Enough to Eat! Snapping unbelievably gorgeous food photos has never been simpler than with Picture Perfect Food, your all-in-one guide to delicious-looking images from prolific photographer and educator, Joanie Simon. Whether you’re an up-and-coming food blogger, looking to break into commercial photography or capturing food just for fun (and your Instagram account), this approachable collection of tutorials will have you taking tantalizing and tasty shots with every snap of the shutter. No matter if you’re using your phone, your fanciest DSLR or any camera in between, you’ll gain complete confidence as you expand your technical knowledge and grow your artistic eye, creating awe-inspiring images that dazzle the senses. With her cheerful teaching style, Joanie walks you through each element of a masterful food photo in chapters devoted to Camera Settings, Light and Shadow, Story, Props Styling, Composition, Food Styling and Finding Inspiration. Learn how to find the best light in your house for standout shots and to delve into the shadows to create a moody and mesmerizing atmosphere; discover how to compose the elements in your scenes through color theory and visual weight for unforgettable images that capture and hold the eye; and uncover the secrets of styling sensational salads and stunning soups and keeping your cool when shooting frozen foods, among other essential tricks of the trade. With camera in hand and Joanie’s expert guidance at your fingertips, tackle every photography challenge with confidence and take your food photos from meh to mouthwatering in no time.

Book A Many Colored Glass

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  • Author : Freeman J. Dyson
  • Publisher : University of Virginia Press
  • Release : 2010-02-03
  • ISBN : 0813931436
  • Pages : 133 pages

Download or read book A Many Colored Glass written by Freeman J. Dyson and published by University of Virginia Press. This book was released on 2010-02-03 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Freeman Dyson’s latest book does not attempt to bring together all of the celebrated physicist’s thoughts on science and technology into a unified theory. The emphasis is, instead, on the myriad ways in which the universe presents itself to us--and how, as observers and participants in its processes, we respond to it. "Life, like a dome of many-colored glass," wrote Percy Bysshe Shelley, "stains the white radiance of eternity." The author seeks here to explore the variety that gives life its beauty. Taken from Dyson’s recent public lectures--delivered to audiences with no specialized knowledge in hard sciences--the book begins with a consideration of the practical and political questions surrounding biotechnology. As he seeks how best to explain the place of life in the universe, Dyson then moves from the ethical to the purely scientific. The book concludes with an attempt to understand the implications of biology for philosophy and religion. The pieces in this collection touch on numerous disciplines, from astronomy and ecology to neurology and theology, speaking to the lay reader as well as to the scientist. As always, Dyson’s view of human nature and behavior is balanced, and his predictions of a world to come serve primarily as a means for thinking about the world as it is today.

Book Beyond the Looking Glass

Download or read book Beyond the Looking Glass written by Colin Gordon and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Reflections

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  • Author : Jim Pinnells
  • Publisher : Troubador Publishing Ltd
  • Release : 2018-09-14
  • ISBN : 1789015847
  • Pages : 296 pages

Download or read book Reflections written by Jim Pinnells and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2018-09-14 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diana and Ed have everything – youth, happiness and success – until the birth of a brain-damaged daughter devastates their world. While Diana finds it hard to connect and rejects the baby, Ed, unable to understand his wife’s coldness, loves and cares for the child. When Diana is offered a job at the UN in Bangkok, she flees from the situation, only to find herself alone, rootless and frightened for her sanity. Although Ed visits her in Bangkok, the distance between them remains. They can talk but they cannot communicate. The situation worsens when Ed, an artist who paints images of reflections, is mistaken for a blood-buyer by a gang in Bangkok which trades in human blood on the illegal international market. The gang runs blood-farms, where children with interesting blood groups are milked for their blood. In disgust and horror, Ed decides to infiltrate the gang partly to save these small children, and partly to appease the self-hatred that consumes him - Ed blames himself for the damage to the brain of his own beloved daughter. Reflections is the story of love lost and love recovered in a whirlwind of abuse, exploitation and infamy. It plays out in the seamy bars and luxury hotels of Bangkok, on the filthy streets, and in the ancient warehouses of Chatuchak. Deceptions, kidnapping and a desperate love rocket the book to an end that will keep readers guessing until the final page.

Book The Handbook of Race  Ethnicity  Crime  and Justice

Download or read book The Handbook of Race Ethnicity Crime and Justice written by Ramiro Martinez, Jr. and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-09-12 with total page 582 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Handbook presents current and future studies on the changing dynamics of the role of immigrants and the impact of immigration, across the United States and industrialized and developing nations. It covers the changing dynamics of race, ethnicity, and immigration, and discusses how it all contributes to variations in crime, policing, and the overall justice system. Through acknowledging that some groups, especially people of color, are disproportionately influenced more than others in the case of criminal justice reactions, the “War on Drugs”, and hate crimes; this Handbook introduces the importance of studying race and crime so as to better understand it. It does so by recommending that researchers concentrate on ethnic diversity in a national and international context in order to broaden their demographic and expand their understanding of how to attain global change. Featuring contributions from top experts in the field, The Handbook of Race and Crime is presented in five sections—An Overview of Race, Ethnicity, Crime, and Justice; Theoretical Perspectives on Race and Crime; Race, Gender, and the Justice System; Gender and Crime; and Race, Gender and Comparative Criminology. Each section of the book addresses a key area of research, summarizes findings or shortcomings whenever possible, and provides new results relevant to race/crime and justice. Every contribution is written by a top expert in the field and based on the latest research. With a sharp focus on contemporary race, ethnicity, crime, and justice studies, The Handbook of Race and Crime is the ideal reference for advanced undergraduate students, graduate students, and scholars interested in the disciplines such as Criminology, Race and Ethnicity, Race and the Justice System, and the Sociology of Race.

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  • Publisher : Oswaal Books
  • Release :
  • ISBN : 9362395738
  • Pages : 537 pages

Download or read book written by and published by Oswaal Books. This book was released on with total page 537 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Through the Looking Glass

Download or read book Through the Looking Glass written by Kris Lundgaard and published by P & R Publishing. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What makes your favorite hero shine in your eyes? Is it the courage of Indiana Jones swinging down into the snake-filled Well of the Souls? Is it the strength of Superman bringing to a screeching halt a locomotive that is bearing down on Lois and Jimmy? Is it the nobility of Shakespeare's Henry V inspiring his sorely outnumbered troops before the battle of Agincourt? Is it the wits of Sherlock Holmes dogging the trail of arch-villain Moriarty? Or is it the combination of fearlessness, muscle, dignity, and brains in Doc Savage, the consummate superhero?Whatever heroic traits pop into your mind, I suspect that obedience and suffering aren't among them. Yet it's in his obedience to God's law and his suffering the curse of that law for us that we see Christ as our conquering Hero.