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Dameronia is the first authoritative biography of Tadd Dameron, an important and widely influential figure in jazz history as one of the most significant composers and arrangers of jazz, swing, bebop, and big band. He arranged for names like Count Basie, Artie Shaw, Jimmie Lunceford, and Dizzy Gillespie and played with Bull Moose Jackson and Benny Golson. This book sets out to clarify Dameron's place in the development of jazz in the post-World War II era. It also attempts to shed light on the tragedy of his retreat from the center of jazz activity in the 1950s. By tracing Dameron's...

Originally published in 1994, this important book traces the rise of film propaganda in the 20th Century, discussing specifically how film can be used to manipulate public perception and opinions. Two distinct areas are covered: war propaganda, including feature and documentary films regarding warfare; and civilian propaganda, including films that address a variety of political subjects. Although the focus is American film and American politics, this book offers insights for all those interested in the affect of film on the minds of citizens of any country or state.

In this fast-moving modern world, an overwhelming number of fathers are missing from their families. Many of those who remain either do not understand their responsibilities or they simply ignore them. This is no small matter. Sons and daughters rely on dads to be the character-builders of the family--the ones who anchor the family and teach how to be individuals of integrity. Geared for youth, young adults, and parents, this guidebook provides practical knowledge that will help the reader confront the challenges of relationships and work while remaining devoted to Biblical principles....

In this fast-moving modern world, an overwhelming number of fathers are missing from their families. Many of those who remain either do not understand their responsibilities or they simply ignore them. This is no small matter. Sons and daughters rely on dads to be the character-builders of the family--the ones who anchor the family and teach how to be individuals of integrity. Geared for youth, young adults, and parents, this guidebook provides practical knowledge that will help the reader confront the challenges of relationships and work while remaining devoted to Biblical principles....