For courses in introduction to theatre or theatre appreciation, this text acquaints students with the theatre--its artistic and social functions, its development, and how each of the theatre arts functions as a unit.
Enhance your understanding and appreciation of theatre by going straight to the source-the play scripts! This anthology includes 15 plays that represent a wide historical range as well as the vibrant diversity of contemporary American theatre. An opening essay sets the context for each play, helping you to read with a more informed and analytical ...
The ultimate Mauser military rifle reference, this superior guide is packed with more models, all-color photos and Mauser history is tailored to the interests and needs of firearms collectors. With more than 50 countries represented, 75 years of Mauser military rifle production is meticulously cataloged with descriptions, historical details, model ...
This volume introduces major theories of crime and criminality for the undergraduate student. It has two unique features: firstly, it emphasizes the social context of theory development, secondly, it makes a link between theoretical notions of crime and changes in social policy concerning crime and criminals. The book begins with early attempts to ...
Plays for the Theatre is an anthology of plays to be used as readings in the introduction to theatre course or other theatre courses that require a selection of plays.
This introductory text acquaints students with the theatre its artistic and social functions, its development, and howeach of the theatre arts functions as a unit. In the thirty-five years since it was first published, THE ESSENTIAL THEATRE has established a reputation as one of the most comprehensive, authoritative surveys of the theatre in ...
In 1974, farmers uncover the terra-cotta army of China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huangdi. Satellite technology reveals about 8,000 soldiers at the tomb complex. Only 1,000 have so far been excavated. In 1976, archaeologists uncover a Shang Dynasty tomb in the Henan province. They recover artifacts bearing the name Fu Hao. Could this be the same ...
Second edition, still the only text of its kind and required reading for anyone involved in design of air combat vehicles. Aircraft combat survivability is now an established design discipline for U.S. military aircraft. More importantly survivability is now an essential part of the U.S. Department of Defence acquisition process. Furthermore, ...
In recent years, political theory has expanded, diversified, and, some would argue, fragmented. This book presents work from leading scholars in various fields and reflects key debates in contemporary political theory. Its up-to-date summary discussions will ensure it becomes a key text in political theory courses. Skillfully edited by Andrew ...
The exciting area of the cowboy and wild west collectibles includes rifles, pistols, saddles, clothing, boots, hats, blankets, gun rigs, and even barbed wire. This wonderful book helps make an era come alive.
This reference for collecting offers an introduction to the novice, including introductory histories and general collecting guidelines. It includes values for 10,000 representative collectibles in over 90 categories, the names of clubs, newsletters and periodicals, and tips for Internet dealings.
Originally published by Cambridge University Press in 1900, A Treatise on the Theory of Screws is the definitive reference on screw theory. It gives a very complete geometrical treatment of the problems of small movements in rigid dynamics. In recent years the theory of screws has emerged as a novel mathematical resource for addressing complex ...
Here are tools, barbershop implements, gambling devices, posters, and a myriad of other infinitely interesting collectibles. "Cowboy" items, including revolvers, pistols, maps, boots, chaps, and horse gear, such as bits, saddles, and spurs are featured. A fascinating section covers modern items, such as cowboy-movie posters.
This book presents a comprehensive discussion of major theoretical perspectives in criminology that have developed from both traditional schools and recent critical work. Unique to this text is its strong emphasis on social policy concerning crime and criminals. While the emphasis is still focused on the classic theories, the Third Edition ...
Genesis to Revelation [series] is a comprehensive, verse-by-verse study of the entire Bible in 24 volumes, using the New International Version. Each volume is structured around three dimensions of study: what the Bible says (with fill-in-the-blank questions), what the Bible said to the people of its time (commentary), and what the Bible means for ...
Hundreds of antique nautical treasures related to the lives of seamen include a variety of scrimshaw items, sailor-made ship models, nautical instruments, whaling implements, furnishings, ship's figureheads, sternboards, billet heads, ship's journals, paintings, and much more. 387 photos present a trove of interesting artifacts to delight any ...
Over 1250 American shelf and wall clocks in a variety of forms and designs are each beautifully illustrated and accompanied by an informative text. This historical overview covers the centuries and is an important guide. The up-to-date price guide is useful.
The Most Authentic Book Describing And Discussing In Terms Of The American Fisherman, The Kinds Of Waters In Which Trout Are Found, How To Recognize And How To Fish These Favorite Haunts During The Changing Seasons, Whether They Be Brook, Stream, River Or Lake.
Texaco filling stations, products, giveaways, sales promotional toys, signs, banners, uniforms, and equipment are presented in color photos and text. Historical black and white photos of vintage Texaco stations, as well as early airplanes and ships from the extensive Texaco fleet are also included.
This scarce antiquarian book is included in our special Legacy Reprint Series. In the interest of creating a more extensive selection of rare historical book reprints, we have chosen to reproduce this title even though it may possibly have occasional imperfections such as missing and blurred pages, missing text, poor pictures, markings, dark ...
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