wyszukanych pozycji: 87
Al Jolson: A Bio-Bibliography
ISBN: 9780313286209 / Angielski / Twarda / 1994 / 344 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 30 dni roboczych. From the early days of his stage career in the decades before World War I through his unparalleled comeback after World War II, Al Jolson was billed as The World's Greatest Entertainer. This book provides an insightful sketch of Jolson's life and a comprehensive record of his extensive career. The volume begins with a biography which discusses the factors that shaped Jolson's development as a performer. A chronology of the chief events in his life follows. Chapters are then devoted to his stage, film, recording, and broadcast career. Each of these chapters contains annotated entries for... From the early days of his stage career in the decades before World War I through his unparalleled comeback after World War II, Al Jolson was bille... |
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350,11 zł |
To Have or Have Not: Essays on Commerce and Capital in Modernist Theatre
ISBN: 9780786447176 / Angielski / Miękka / 2011 / 314 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. In a rapidly changing world, the ways in which economic forces affect both personal and global change can be difficult to track, particularly in the arts. This collection of twenty new essays explores both obscure and famous plays dealing with economic issues. Beginning with the Industrial Revolution, the text moves from Marx's theories to Wall Street speculation, nineteenth century immigration issues, the excesses of the Gilded Age and the 1920s, the Great Depression, WWII and millennial economic challenges.
In a rapidly changing world, the ways in which economic forces affect both personal and global change can be difficult to track, particularly in the a...
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341,83 zł |
Historical Dictionary of American Theater: Modernism, Second Edition
ISBN: 9781538107850 / Angielski / Twarda / 2017 / 808 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 30 dni roboczych. This book covers the history of theater as well as the literature of America from 1880-1930. The years covered by this volume features the rise of the popular stage in America from the years following the end of the Civil War to the Golden Age of Broadway, with an emphasis on its practitioners, including such diverse figures as William Gillette, Mrs. Fiske, George M. Cohan, Maude Adams, David Belasco, George Abbott, Clyde Fitch, Eugene O'Neill, Texas Guinan, Robert Edmond Jones, Jeanne Eagels, Susan Glaspell, The Adlers and the Barrymores, Tallulah Bankhead, Philip Barry, Maxwell Anderson,...
This book covers the history of theater as well as the literature of America from 1880-1930. The years covered by this volume features the rise of the...
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924,51 zł |
Historical Dictionary of Vaudeville
ISBN: 9781538113349 / Angielski / Twarda / 2023 / 720 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 30 dni roboczych. Historical Dictionary of Vaudeville contains a chronology, an introduction, an extensive bibliography, and the dictionary section has more than 1,000 cross-referenced entries on performing artists, managers and agents, theatre facilities, and the terminology central to the history of vaudeville.
Historical Dictionary of Vaudeville contains a chronology, an introduction, an extensive bibliography, and the dictionary section has more than 1,000 ...
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1115,98 zł |
Spencer Tracy: A Bio-Bibliography
ISBN: 9780313287275 / Angielski / Twarda / 1994 / 360 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 30 dni roboczych. Often referred to as the actor's actor, Spencer Tracy's subtle introspection and thoroughly naturalistic style continue to impress actors and audiences alike. He began his career on the stage, and then went on to attain considerable acclaim as a film star for Fox Studios and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. He won back-to-back Academy Awards in 1937 and 1938, began a legendary personal and professional relationship with Katharine Hepburn, and worked as an independent film star in the 1950s and 1960s. This volume provides detailed information for Tracy's many performances in film, radio, television,... Often referred to as the actor's actor, Spencer Tracy's subtle introspection and thoroughly naturalistic style continue to impress actors and audie... |
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350,11 zł |
Everyone Is an Author!: Confessions of an Existential Amateur
ISBN: 9798710402696 / Angielski / Miękka / 2021 / 182 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. |
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36,37 zł |
My Brain Hearts
ISBN: 9781438973104 / Angielski / Miękka / 2009 / 184 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. This book is for my Dad and about my Dad. He was selfish enough (just kidding) to leave this planet before he was even 53-years-old. We (my family and I) have done our best to put Dad's last 12 months into book form, with many pictures, to give those who knew Dad for being that selfish man (possibly kidding) something special to remember him by. It also follows how we dealt with his selfish passing (not kidding). We all love you Dad and we forgive you being selfish (just kidding - not the forgiving part, just the selfish part) and this is for you. You better like it to Dad - and that goes for...
This book is for my Dad and about my Dad. He was selfish enough (just kidding) to leave this planet before he was even 53-years-old. We (my family and...
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256,63 zł |
We Will Be Citizens: New Essays on Gay and Lesbian Theatre
ISBN: 9780786434183 / Angielski / Miękka / 2008 / 232 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. A dozen essays -- by a range of established scholars and performing artists on issues in post-1969 American gay and lesbian theatre and drama -- cover playwrights, millennial dramatists, and actors while exploring the history of gay-themed theatre and drama, the breadth of stage roles, and the dramatic representation of homosexual characters.
A dozen essays -- by a range of established scholars and performing artists on issues in post-1969 American gay and lesbian theatre and drama -- cover...
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250,02 zł |
Historical Dictionary of American Theater: Beginnings
ISBN: 9780810878327 / Angielski / Twarda / 2015 / 570 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 30 dni roboczych. Historical Dictionary of American Theater: Beginnings covers the history of theater as well as the literature of America from 1538 to 1880. The years covered by this volume features the rise of the popular stage in American during the colonial era and the first century of the United States of America, with an emphasis on its practitioners, including such figures as Lewis Hallam, David Douglass, Mercy Otis Warren, Edwin Forrest, Charlotte Cushman, Joseph Jefferson, Ida Aldridge, Dion Boucicault, Edwin Booth, and many others. The Historical Dictionary of American Theater: Beginnings covers the...
Historical Dictionary of American Theater: Beginnings covers the history of theater as well as the literature of America from 1538 to 1880. The years ...
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864,34 zł |
Historical Dictionary of Contemporary American Theater
ISBN: 9781538123010 / Angielski / Twarda / 2021 / 1240 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 30 dni roboczych. |
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1996,73 zł |
The A to Z of American Theater: Modernism
ISBN: 9780810868847 / Angielski / Miękka / 2009 / 616 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. The A to Z of American Theater: Modernism focuses on legitimate drama, both as influenced by European modernism and as impacted by the popular entertainment that also enlivened the era. This is accomplished through a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, and hundreds of cross-referenced entries on plays; music; playwrights; great performers like Maude Adams, Otis Skinner, Julia Marlowe, and E.H. Sothern; producers like David Belasco, Daniel Frohman, and Florenz Ziegfeld; critics; architects; designers; and costumes.
The A to Z of American Theater: Modernism focuses on legitimate drama, both as influenced by European modernism and as impacted by the popular enterta...
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360,13 zł |
Eddie Cantor: A Bio-Bibliography
ISBN: 9780313295560 / Angielski / Twarda / 1997 / 320 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 30 dni roboczych. Born Isidore Iskowitz in 1892, Eddie Cantor became one of the greatest entertainers of Depression-era America. The star of such films as "Roman Scandals" (1933) and "Kid Millions" (1934), he symbolized the ordinary person who falls into extraordinary circumstances. Off-screen or on, Cantor exuded a spirit of charity and hopefulness. His life was marked by numerous humanitarian achievements and a strong commitment to political and social causes. On October 29, 1995, as part of a nationwide celebration of the 75th anniversary of radio, he was posthumously inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame... Born Isidore Iskowitz in 1892, Eddie Cantor became one of the greatest entertainers of Depression-era America. The star of such films as "Roman Sca... |
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328,23 zł |
It Ain't Over 'til It's Over
ISBN: 9781493735808 / Angielski / Miękka / 2013 / 274 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. After experiencing an unimaginable heartbreak, Robin Forrest has no desire to start another relationship. Drew Matthews just can't wait to get to know her better from the moment he meets her and hears her poetry, reflecting a woman with self confidence and self respect. He's unaware that she thinks that she couldn't possibly have a chance of a lasting relationship with a man as handsome and athletic as him. Although she has concern about dating a mama's boy, she decides to see where things could go between them. Drew quickly attaches himself to Robin and dispels her thoughts by letting her...
After experiencing an unimaginable heartbreak, Robin Forrest has no desire to start another relationship. Drew Matthews just can't wait to get to know...
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68,59 zł |
Someone to Love You
ISBN: 9781500737214 / Angielski / Miękka / 2014 / 242 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. Simone Pierson doesn't have the best home life to make her feel optimistic about her future. She has a hard working mother who was the root cause for her father no longer being in her life. She has an older sister whose selfish actions constantly makes herself to be the center of their mother's attention. Simone feels like an unknown and unloved stranger in her own home, but it doesn't keep her for hoping for something better to come along. She meets Aquilles Davidson and they discover that they have the same goals and aspirations and they work together to make them a reality. As they grow...
Simone Pierson doesn't have the best home life to make her feel optimistic about her future. She has a hard working mother who was the root cause for ...
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68,59 zł |
Memorable Isle of Man TT Races: A Century of Battles on the World's Toughest Circuit
ISBN: 9781785315497 / Angielski / Twarda / 2019 / 352 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 12 dni roboczych. Historic, wildly dangerous, nerve-wracking, heroic and uniquely thrilling, the Isle of Man TT is one of the greatest sporting events in the world. Featuring input from past and present riders, TT teams, manufacturers and fans alike, James Driver-Fisher reveals why the Isle of Man's greatest ever races mean so much to so many TT devotees.
Historic, wildly dangerous, nerve-wracking, heroic and uniquely thrilling, the Isle of Man TT is one of the greatest sporting events in the world. Fea...
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102,06 zł |
Can You Stand the Rain: Back Down Memory Lane Series
ISBN: 9781511508230 / Angielski / Miękka / 2015 / 272 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. Nia Worthington didn't have the easiest life growing up. After her father suddenly died, her mother moved her from Los Angeles to Mississippi, away from all the family that she had known. Life didn't become any easier as she had to contend with fighting within her home, her grandmother's strict rules and molestation from a neighbor. She grows up to be a seemingly confident woman making good money, but without a man. Having no real, quality relationship history, she decides to give the internet a try to find Mr. Right since other conventional ways hadn't worked for her. She meets Patrick...
Nia Worthington didn't have the easiest life growing up. After her father suddenly died, her mother moved her from Los Angeles to Mississippi, away fr...
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50,28 zł |
Come Along with Me
ISBN: 9798356128264 / Angielski / Miękka / 2022 / 308 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. |
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54,86 zł |
Understanding Tony Kushner
ISBN: 9781570037498 / Angielski / Twarda / 2008 / 197 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 22 dni roboczych. This is a comprehensive guide to the writing career of the author of "Angels in America"."Understanding Tony Kushner" surveys the acclaimed writings of the author of the Pulitzer Prize - winning drama "Angels in America" and coauthor of the Academy Award-nominated screenplay for the film "Munich". Viewing Kushner as a sociopolitical dramatist in the tradition of Henrik Ibsen, George Bernard Shaw, and Bertolt Brecht, James Fisher guides readers through Kushner's influences and creations to map the importance of the writer's body of work in expanding the postmodern literary and cultural...
This is a comprehensive guide to the writing career of the author of "Angels in America"."Understanding Tony Kushner" surveys the acclaimed writings o...
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207,61 zł |
Realm
ISBN: 9780595484454 / Angielski / Miękka / 2008 / 176 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 13-18 dni roboczych. "Aaahhh ." Moaned Dave, rolling around in the snow holding his face in agony. "My eyes . they feel like they're on fire ." groaned Tom, placing his face in the snow trying to cool it down and get the pain to go away. Both men rolled around in the snow holding their faces, moaning and groaning in excruciating pain. Devastated by the sudden flash of light that suddenly engulfed them. Grabbing handfuls of snow and placing it on their faces. Trying to ease the pain and find relief. Finally the snow started to cool and soothe the burning sensation of their face and eyes. Aint it now . both of us...
"Aaahhh ." Moaned Dave, rolling around in the snow holding his face in agony. "My eyes . they feel like they're on fire ." groaned Tom, placing his fa...
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60,78 zł |
The Theater of Tony Kushner: Living Past Hope
ISBN: 9780367026745 / Angielski / Miękka / 2021 / 336 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 16-18 dni roboczych. |
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181,84 zł |