The Great Country Houses of Europe: The Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Poland (Great Country Houses of Central Europe)

Customer Reviews:

Carving Carousel Animals from 1/8 scale to full size.......2003-02-26

This book has many patterns and complete instructions on the best methods to scale the pattern to a desired size. It is thorough and well written.

Product Description

Alfred Hitchcock had a gift for turning the familiar into the unfamiliar, the mundane into the unexpected. A director known for planning the entire movie before the first day of filming began by using the storyboard approach, Hitchcock was renowned for his relaxed directing style, resulting in an excellent rapport with his actors. Decades later, Hitchcock's films stand as sterling examples of innovative technique, infused with meaning that only repeated viewing can reveal. This work examines themes, techniques, and the filmmaking process in 15 of Hitchcock's best known films: The 39 Steps, Rebecca, Shadow of a Doubt, Spellbound, Notorious, Rope, Strangers on a Train, Rear Window, The Man Who Knew Too Much, Vertigo, North by Northwest, Psycho, The Birds, Frenzy and Family Plot. It explores the auteur's treatments of psychoanalysis, voyeurism, and collective fears during the Cold War. Also presented are key stories behind several Hitchcock classics, such as the director's stormy relationships with Raymond Chandler and David O. Selznick that resulted in synergetic success for some of his most successful films. The book includes numerous photographs and an extensive bibliography.

Customer Reviews:

Insightful and Compelling Study of One of the Greatest Filmmakers.......2007-04-04

To dedicated film buffs and even the most casual movie-goer alike, the name "Hitchcock" alone is enough to trigger images in the mind's eye associated with mystery and suspense, even terror, that are instantly and automatically recalled: Thornhill (Cary Grant) in "North by Northwest," running through an open field while an airplane swoops down on him; the vulnerable Lisa Fremont (Grace Kelly) in "Rear Window," searching Thorwald's (Raymond Burr) apartment, unaware of his imminent return, while wheelchair bound L.B. Jefferies (James Stewart) can do nothing but watch helplessly from his apartment across the way; Jo McKenna (Doris Day) in "The Man Who Knew Too Much," screaming at a pivotal point, just as a would-be assassin levels his gun at his intended target in a box at London's Albert Hall; and, of course, one of the most famous single scenes in film history, Marion Crane (Janet Leigh) in "Psycho," screaming in terror as the knife-wielding Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins) invades her ill-fated shower. But what is it that makes these scenes and films so memorable, even if it was a movie you saw only once, as a kid, in a dark theater on a Saturday afternoon? The answer to that question, and much, much more, can be found in "Hitchcock and the Methods of Suspense," the new book by writer and film historian William Hare.

When it comes to cinema, Hare is a bona fide expert; simply put, he knows his stuff and it shows every page of this book. Most importantly, by fully utilizing the knowledge and expertise he's acquired through a lifetime of study and love of films, Hare presents here an engrossing examination of the methods, devices and themes repeatedly employed by Hitchcock, and which ultimately have made his films so memorable. From reading this book, it becomes evident that it is not by accident that, once viewed, the scenes and movies such as those mentioned above are subject to instant recall, even years later.

For his study of Hitchcock, Hare has chosen fifteen of the Master's most famous films, which he places under a metaphorical microscope for thorough examination. He explores Hitchcock's use of what the filmmaker called "The MacGuffin,"which, simply put, is a device used to move the story along, but in and of itself is neither relevant nor important. In "The 39 Steps," for example, the MacGuffin is a secret formula with specifications for a new kind of fighter plane that may or may not have fallen into the hands of the enemy. In "Rebecca," Hitchcock's first American film, the MacGuffin is the mystery surrounding someone who is no longer living and, more importantly, is never seen in the film, even in flashbacks.

According to Hare, another device used by Hitchcock is the introduction of what he calls "The cool blonde" into the story, the first of which was Madeleine Carroll in "The 39 Steps," the film, which Hare notes, established Hitchcock as a rising star within the filmmaking community. Subsequent films would feature "cool blondes" such as Eva Marie Saint, Tippi Hedren, Kim Novak and, of course, the exquisite Grace Kelly.

Hare also examines the various aspects of "duality" employed by Hitchcock in his films- Uncle Charlie (played by Joseph Cotton) and his niece, Charlie (Teresa Wright), in "Shadow of a Doubt," for example- as well as the psychological facets of Hitchcock's stories and characters; elements he used repeatedly to infuse his tales with mystery and suspense.

The author demonstrates, too, how the camera was such an integral part of the way Hitchcock worked. The filmmaker saw the camera, in fact, as paramount in bringing his visions to fruition. His understanding of the camera and the ways in which it's all-seeing eye could be used to optimum effect reflected yet another side of Hitchcock's genius.

Another factor of Hitchcock's success explored by Hare is the integration of the romantic element into his films and, moreover, the careful casting of the of the actors that would make up these memorable onscreen couplings: Robert Donat and Madeleine Carroll in "The 39 Steps"; Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine in "Rebecca"; Gregory Peck and Ingrid Bergman in "Spellbound"; Cary Grant and Grace Kelly in "To Catch a Thief"; Grant and Bergman in "Notorious"; and James Stewart and Kim Novak in "Vertigo," just to mention a few.

In addition to the discussion of the filmmaker and his films, Hare also includes some interesting and entertaining anecdotes culled from Hitchcock's private life, which provide significant insights into the personal perspectives and peccadillos of the man himself, all of which became integral to much of what ultimately went into his films: The fact that he was a devoted family man, for instance, and that one of his most famous female story collaborators was his own wife, Alma. The influence of his Catholic upbringing and his paranoia of open spaces are two more examples of the ingredients that went into the Hitchcock recipe for mystery and suspense.

Especially compelling is Hare's account of Hitchcock's stormy relationship with producer David O. Selznick, the very man responsible for bringing Hitch to Hollywood from England in the first place. How these two artists, each with their own individual perspective and vision of the same project clashed, beginning with their initial collaboration, "Rebecca," makes for a fascinating read.

Hare's facility with words, the poetic rhythm of his prose and the thorough knowledge of his subject has produced a book that is not only informative, but highly entertaining. Like Hare's previous books on film noir, "Early Film Noir: Greed, Lust and Murder Hollywood Style," and "L.A. Noir: Nine Dark Visions of the City of Angels," "Hitchcock and the Methods of Suspense" brings a greater appreciation to the memorable films herein discussed, as well as the artists involved in their making. These are films which lend themselves to repeated viewings, and the background and insights provided here by William Hare serves to further enrich those addition viewings, making them an even more memorable and enjoyable experience.

"Hitchcock was a director of meticulous contrasts".......2007-04-01

As a film lover fascinated by auteur theory, I decided that I'd overlooked film director Alfred Hitchcock for far too long, and so I approached William Hare's book, "Hitchcock and the Methods of Suspense" with eagerness. Obviously a labour of love for the author, the book traces Hitchcock's phenomenal career with an emphasis on the films and Hitchcock's techniques. This book is not a biography of Hitchcock--although there are plenty of details about Hitchcock's life--but these details are secondary to the in-depth analysis of many of Hitchcock's greatest films.

The book begins with identifying the director's "breakthrough" film--"The 39 Steps"--and it was this film, the author argues that ensured Hitchcock would remain "emerge and remain a major film talent." Hitchcock was a man who was "ahead of [his] time and place" and this, Hare argues, caused creative difficulties for Hitchcock. Already by 1925, Hitchcock managed to ruffle the feathers of C.M. Woolf, an influential financier, and Woolf's early displeasure at Hitchcock's film, "The Pleasure Garden" led to Woolf becoming an "obstacle" to Hitchcock's career. This is later echoed in the troubled relationship between Hitchcock and David O. Selznick.

The book explores Hitchcock's British and American phases--along with his favourite themes--"the innocent thrown into a sea of international political conflict" the use of voyeurism, the MacGuffin, and the individual against the forces of nature (influenced by Hitchcock's own paranoia of open places).

If you are a Hitchcock aficionado or if you just want to learn more about the film career of this phenomenal director, then "Hitchcock and the Methods of Suspense" is a feast. Exploring the films in detail, the book captures Hitchcock's creative genius and reveals a deep appreciation of the director's unique, intuitive, and ultimately shrewd approach to understanding the art of film, his uncanny ability to select new talent, and exactly how Hitchcock connected with the psyche of his audience. The book includes many black and white photographs, a bibliography and an index--always appreciated by this reader--and I've no doubt that I'll refer to the wealth of information here as I watch--and re-watch--Hitchcock--including my own personal favourite--"Strangers on a Train"--displacedhuman

Director's Method for Film and Television

Average customer rating:

Excellent primer for learning cinema languages.

Director's Method for Film and Television
Ron Richards
Manufacturer: Focal Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Photography | Arts & Photography | Subjects | Books

General | Performing Arts | Arts & Photography | Subjects | Books

Direction & Production | Movies | Entertainment | Subjects | Books

History & Criticism | Movies | Entertainment | Subjects | Books

General Broadcasting | Radio | Entertainment | Subjects | Books

General | Television | Entertainment | Subjects | Books

Direction & Production | Television | Entertainment | Subjects | Books

General | Foreign Languages | Reference | Subjects | Books
Similar Items:

ASIN: 0240801199

Customer Reviews:

Excellent primer for learning cinema languages........1997-12-28

As a first time filmmaker, I highly recommend Ron Richards' Director's Method for Film and Television. He provides the reader with an excellent survey of the languages of film and television cinematography. I am ready to roll. :-)

Average customer rating:

Director's Method for Film and Television
Ron Richards
Manufacturer: Focal Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OPHFDQ

Book Description

This digital document is an article from Government Finance Review, published by Government Finance Officers Association on December 1, 1998. The length of the article is 4042 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: The Anchorage Water and Wastewater Utility initiated a Year 2000 remediation project designed to ensure the compliance of their computer's operating system. The utility, which obtained the support of the general manager, hired outside consultants and utilized internal resources to carry out the project. It developed contingency options designed to address problems associated with network hardware and software, user-developed systems, databases, spreadsheets and testing.

Citation Details
Title: Anchorage Water and Wastewater Utility's Year 2000 Remediation Project.
Author: Larry W. Brys
Publication: Government Finance Review (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 1, 1998
Publisher: Government Finance Officers Association
Volume: 14 Issue: 6 Page: 17(4)

Distributed by Thomson Gale

Business Information from Government 2000

Average customer rating:

Business Information from Government 2000

Manufacturer: K. G. Saur
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

General | Reference | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

General | Reference | Subjects | Books
ASIN: 3598115008

Average customer rating:

Business Information from Government 2000
Liz Lampard
Manufacturer: K G Saur
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

General | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

MIS | Industries & Professions | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

Canada's privacy law faces legal challenge: if Canadian courts rule PIPEDA unconstitutional and strike it down, the ramifications for Canadian and worldwide ... article from: Information Management Journal

Average customer rating:

Canada's privacy law faces legal challenge: if Canadian courts rule PIPEDA unconstitutional and strike it down, the ramifications for Canadian and worldwide ... article from: Information Management Journal
Nikki Swartz
Manufacturer: Thomson Gale
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

General | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

Government | Business & Culture | Computers & Internet | Subjects | Books

Privacy | Business & Culture | Computers & Internet | Subjects | Books

Online Books | Books & Reading | Literature & Fiction | Subjects | Books

General | Science | Subjects | Books

Science & Technology | Subjects | e-Docs | Formats | Books

Book Description

This digital document is an article from Information Management Journal, published by Thomson Gale on March 1, 2004. The length of the article is 1648 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Canada's privacy law faces legal challenge: if Canadian courts rule PIPEDA unconstitutional and strike it down, the ramifications for Canadian and worldwide businesses will be profound.(On the edge: the use & misuse of information)(Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act)
Author: Nikki Swartz
Publication: Information Management Journal (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 1, 2004
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 38 Issue: 2 Page: 20(4)

Distributed by Thomson Gale

Client privacy issues at the forefront.(Business Law): An article from: Northern Ontario Business

Average customer rating:

Client privacy issues at the forefront.(Business Law): An article from: Northern Ontario Business
Andrew Wareing
Manufacturer: Laurentian Business Publishing, Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

General | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

Management | Management & Leadership | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

Book Description

This digital document is an article from Northern Ontario Business, published by Laurentian Business Publishing, Inc. on January 1, 2004. The length of the article is 604 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Client privacy issues at the forefront.(Business Law)
Author: Andrew Wareing
Publication: Northern Ontario Business (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2004
Publisher: Laurentian Business Publishing, Inc.
Volume: 24 Issue: 3 Page: 15(1)

Distributed by Thomson Gale

Data processing agency shows government can run like a business.(San Diego Data Processing Corp.) : An article from: San Diego Business Journal

Average customer rating:

Data processing agency shows government can run like a business.(San Diego Data Processing Corp.) : An article from: San Diego Business Journal
Mike Allen
Manufacturer: CBJ, L.P.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

General | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

Management | Management & Leadership | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

Book Description

This digital document is an article from San Diego Business Journal, published by CBJ, L.P. on September 27, 1999. The length of the article is 1458 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Data processing agency shows government can run like a business.(San Diego Data Processing Corp.)
Author: Mike Allen
Publication: San Diego Business Journal (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 27, 1999
Publisher: CBJ, L.P.
Volume: 20 Issue: 39 Page: 1(2)

Distributed by Thomson Gale

EFFORT UNDERWAY IN CALIFORNIA TO LEGALIZE INTERNET VOTING: If 420,000 Voters Sign Petition, Initiative Could Appear On November 2000 Ballot.(Government ... : An article from: EDP Weekly's IT Monitor

Average customer rating:

EFFORT UNDERWAY IN CALIFORNIA TO LEGALIZE INTERNET VOTING: If 420,000 Voters Sign Petition, Initiative Could Appear On November 2000 Ballot.(Government ... : An article from: EDP Weekly's IT Monitor

Manufacturer: Millin Publishing, Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

General | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

Government | Business & Culture | Computers & Internet | Subjects | Books

Book Description

This digital document is an article from EDP Weekly's IT Monitor, published by Millin Publishing, Inc. on November 8, 1999. The length of the article is 343 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: EFFORT UNDERWAY IN CALIFORNIA TO LEGALIZE INTERNET VOTING: If 420,000 Voters Sign Petition, Initiative Could Appear On November 2000 Ballot.(Government Activity)
Publication: EDP Weekly's IT Monitor (Magazine/Journal)
Date: November 8, 1999
Publisher: Millin Publishing, Inc.
Volume: 40 Issue: 43 Page: 1

Distributed by Thomson Gale

Gov't Lao Seen On Y2K Risks.(municipal government's risk management for Year 2000 transition transition problem for computers): An article from: National ... & Casualty-Risk & Benefits Management

Average customer rating:

Gov't Lao Seen On Y2K Risks.(municipal government's risk management for Year 2000 transition transition problem for computers): An article from: National ... & Casualty-Risk & Benefits Management
David M. Katz
Manufacturer: The National Underwriter Company
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

General | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

Management | Management & Leadership | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

Government | Business & Culture | Computers & Internet | Subjects | Books

Manager's Guides to Computing | Business & Culture | Computers & Internet | Subjects | Books

Book Description

This digital document is an article from National Underwriter Property & Casualty-Risk & Benefits Management, published by The National Underwriter Company on June 8, 1998. The length of the article is 1800 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Gov't Lao Seen On Y2K Risks.(municipal government's risk management for Year 2000 transition transition problem for computers)
Author: David M. Katz
Publication: National Underwriter Property & Casualty-Risk & Benefits Management (Magazine/Journal)
Date: June 8, 1998
Publisher: The National Underwriter Company
Volume: v102 Issue: n23 Page: p1(1)

Distributed by Thomson Gale

Managing employee personal information: although businesses are well aware of the importance of managing customer information, they are often unaware that ... resources) : An article from: CMA Management

Average customer rating:

Managing employee personal information: although businesses are well aware of the importance of managing customer information, they are often unaware that ... resources) : An article from: CMA Management
Darren Charters
Manufacturer: Thomson Gale
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

General | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

Management | Management & Leadership | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

General | Personal Finance | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

General | Science | Subjects | Books

Science & Technology | Subjects | e-Docs | Formats | Books

Book Description

This digital document is an article from CMA Management, published by Thomson Gale on April 1, 2005. The length of the article is 1268 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Managing employee personal information: although businesses are well aware of the importance of managing customer information, they are often unaware that employee information must be managed in a similar manner. Failure to properly deal with this is a serious risk.(human resources)
Author: Darren Charters
Publication: CMA Management (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 1, 2005
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 79 Issue: 2 Page: 14(2)

Distributed by Thomson Gale

Meeting the Y2K challenge.(Year 2000 computing problem): An article from: Government Finance Review

Average customer rating:

Meeting the Y2K challenge.(Year 2000 computing problem): An article from: Government Finance Review
Steve Davis
Manufacturer: Government Finance Officers Association
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

General | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

Management | Management & Leadership | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

Government | Business & Culture | Computers & Internet | Subjects | Books

Manager's Guides to Computing | Business & Culture | Computers & Internet | Subjects | Books

Book Description

This digital document is an article from Government Finance Review, published by Government Finance Officers Association on December 1, 1998. The length of the article is 2371 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: The government faces several challenges with the Year 2000 computing problem. The date change problem is anticipated to affect the government's electronic systems and various operations, including the provision of basic services such as power, water and telecommunications. Local governments are urged to adopt a risk management approach designed to address concerns related to the computing crisis. The risk management program should support contingency and business continuity plans to ensure continuance of operations in the event of possible interruptions.

Citation Details
Title: Meeting the Y2K challenge.(Year 2000 computing problem)
Author: Steve Davis
Publication: Government Finance Review (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 1, 1998
Publisher: Government Finance Officers Association
Volume: 14 Issue: 6 Page: 13(3)

Distributed by Thomson Gale

Book Description

This landmark national study of the extent and impact of condominium and cooperative conversions promises to be of major policy and program significance.

The recent growth of condominium and cooperative conversions is a response to basic changes in the Nation's social and housing market conditions which, in its course, helps some and hurts others. For this reason, conversion has sparked considerable controversy - a controversy exacerbated by the shortage of information about what is taking place. This report, prepared in response to a Congressional directive, presents the results of a multi-faceted study designed to provide this information. It documents the present and probable future extent and location of conversions, the factors contributing to their increasing numbers, and their effects - on people, neighborhoods, and communities. As will be apparent, the scope, causes, and consequences of the conversion phenomenon are, in many ways, quite different than is generally understood.

Conversion changes the legal form of a multi-family rental property from single ownership by a landlord to multiple ownership. In most condominium conversions, the landlord first sells the property to a developer specializing in conversion who then sells the individual units. Most conversions are accompanied by some minor or cosmetic improvements to the property's condition, equipment, or amenities; however, a few conversions have involved the substantial rehabilitation of older buildings.

Books:

Books Index

Books Home

Recommended Books