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Making a Middle Landscape
Peter G. Rowe Manufacturer: MIT Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 026218138X |
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Today's suburban metropolitan development of single-family homes, shopping centers, corporate offices, and roadway systems constitute what Peter Rowe calls a "middle landscape" between the city and the country. Looking closely at suburban America in terms of design and physical planning, Rowe builds a case for a new way of seeing and building suburbia - complete with theoretical underpinnings and a basis for design.
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Empire City: The Making and Meaning of the New York City Landscape (Critical Perspectives on the Past)
David M. Scobey Manufacturer: Temple University Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1592132359 |
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For generations, New Yorkers have joked about "The City's" interminable tearing down and building up. The city that the whole world watches seems to be endlessly remaking itself. When the locals and the rest of the world say "New York," they mean Manhattan, a crowded island of commercial districts and residential neighborhoods, skyscrapers and tenements, fabulously rich and abjectly poor cheek by jowl. Of course, it was not always so; New York's metamorphosis from compact port to modern metropolis occurred during the mid-nineteenth century. Empire City tells the story of the dreams that inspired the changes in the landscape and the problems that eluded solution.Author David Scobey paints a remarkable panorama of New York's uneven development, a city-building process careening between obsessive calculation and speculative excess. Envisioning a new kind of national civilization, "bourgeois urbanists" attempted to make New York the nation's pre-eminent city. Ultimately, they created a mosaic of grand improvements, dynamic change, and environmental disorder. Empire City sets the stories of the city's most celebrated landmarksCentral Park, the Brooklyn Bridge, the downtown commercial centerwithin the context of this new ideal of landscape design and a politics of planned city building. Perhaps such an ambitious project for guiding growth, overcoming spatial problems, and uplifting the public was bound to fail; still, it grips the imagination.
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Making Mountains: New York City and the Catskills (Weyerhaeuser Environmental Books)
David Stradling Manufacturer: University of Washington Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0295987472 |
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For over two hundred years, the Catskill Mountains have been repeatedly and dramatically transformed by New York City. In Making Mountains, David Stradling shows the transformation of the Catskills landscape as a collaborative process, one in which local and urban hands, capital, and ideas have come together to reshape the mountains and the communities therein, with environmental, economic, and cultural consequences.Early on, the Catskills were an important source of natural resources. Later, when New York City needed to expand its water supply, engineers helped direct the city toward the Catskills, claiming that the mountains offered the purest and most cost-effective waters. By the 1960s, New York had created a great reservoir and aqueduct system in the mountains that now supplies the city with 90 percent of its water.
The Catskills also served as a critical space in which the nation's ideas about nature evolved. Stradling describes the great influence of writers and artists - especially the painters of the Hudson River School, whose ideal landscapes created expectations about how rural America should appear. By the mid-1800s, urban residents had turned the Catskills into an important vacation ground, and by the late 1800s, the Catskills had become one of the premiere resort regions in the nation.
In the mid-twentieth century, the older Catskill resort region was in steep decline, but the Jewish "Borscht Belt" in the southern Catskills was thriving. The automobile revitalized mountain tourism and residence, and increased the threat of suburbanization of the historic landscape. Throughout each of these significant incarnations, urban and rural residents worked in a rough collaboration, though not without conflict, to reshape the mountains and American ideas about rural landscapes and nature.
David Stradling is associate professor of history at the University of Cincinnati. His focus is the intersection of urban and environmental history. He is author of Smokestacks and Progressives: Environmentalists, Engineers, and Air Quality in America, 1881-1951 and editor of Conservation in the Progressive Era: Classic Texts.
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Ontario: a fine country not half like England?(5 books on Canadian immigrants)(Book Review): An article from: The Canadian Geographer
Graeme Wynn Manufacturer: Canadian Association of Geographers ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B0008FKYQC Release Date: 2005-07-30 |
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This digital document is an article from The Canadian Geographer, published by Canadian Association of Geographers on June 22, 2002. The length of the article is 3590 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.
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Making a Middle Landscape
Peter G. Rowe Manufacturer: The MIT Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000OREAR8 |
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Making a middle landscape: The new geography of Russian cities
G. V Ioffe Manufacturer: National Council for Eurasian and East European Research ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B0006QYMZC |
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Sun Rising Through Vapour: Turner's Early Seascapes
Paul Spencer-Longhurst Manufacturer: Third Millennium Pub Ltd ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 190394225X |
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Central to Turner's early career was his series of oil paintings and works on paper depicting seascapes from around the British Isles.
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Encyclopedia of Movie Special Effects
Patricia D. Netzley Manufacturer: Checkmark Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0816044929 |
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From the earliest stop-action photography to computer-generated wizardry, special effects have thrilled audiences for more than a century. Films such as "Gladiator," "The Perfect Storm," and "The Grinch Who Stole Christmas" attest to the increasingly integral part special effects play in a movie's success. This volume does not require readers to have any technical knowledge or be familiar with special effects jargon. With three detailed appendixes, the Encyclopedia of Movie Special Effects provides comprehensive coverage about the subject in a way no other resource does. Three appendixes-listing Academy Award(r) winners and nominees for special effects from 1939 to 1998, special effects magazines, and special effects houses-offer additional insight into this fascinating topic. Featuring more than 360 entries, this comprehensive survey unveils the latest techniques and gadgetry used to create some of the cinema's most spectacular effects, the geniuses who bring the magic to the big screen, and the films that have won Academy Awards(r) for special effects or have contributed significantly to the development of the art. The volume also covers more than 120 experts whose techniques and studios have led to great strides being made in special effects.Customer Reviews:
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A DISSAPOINTING BOOK.......2000-09-05
When the book arrived I first thought that I had been sent the wrong one - the package seemed far too small. But the parcel did indeed contain the book I had ordered - much smaller than I had expected for a book with such a comprehensive sounding title (and large price tag).
The book is arranged alphabetically and offers a curious mixture of entries - some about films, some about effects artists and some about effects techniques.
The films chosen to be featured are an odd selection. Films such as the recent 'Mousehunt'are included whilst effects classics such as 'Gone with the Wind' (important for its Technicolor Matte Paintings) are not.
The technical descriptions are rather confusing, miss out much important information, are incorrect in some cases, and completely igonre some relatively important processes (Sodium Vapor Travelling Mattes, for example) altogether.
There is a smattering of black and white photographs.
The writing itself feels as if it is written by some kid from high school (although the biography at the back of the book assures us that the author has written a number of other earnest but unrelated sounding titles). I feel that this book has been written by a jobbing author who has spent a few months researching an unknown subject and written about it without any real understanding.
This is a pitty as I feel the subject deserves better.
Encyclopedia of Special Effects.......2000-08-05
..."2001: A Space Odyssey" is described with the effects work supervised by Douglas Trumbull. True, but 3 other effects supervisors worked on the movie too and are pretty boldly listed in the end credits! All of the work by all 4 Supervisors is excellent and worthy of credit - (Wally Veevers, Con Pederson and Tom Howard)
..."Silent Running" is described as the first extremely detailed spaceships on screen. Huh, "2001" (3 years previously) is the movie that changed people's perception for realstic looking spacecraft in the manner credited here to "Silent Running".
...Premier visual effects maestro Ken Ralaton has thus far recieved 5 Academy Awards for Best Visual Effects work, only three are listed even though the last one was in 1994.
...The book describes the impressive miniatures used in Disney's "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" as ranging from 18 to 22 inches in length. I believe this should read more like 22ft.
...Speaking of "miniatures" the description given here is way too focused on motion control photography of spaceship type miniatures, only one facet of this work.
...In a similar vein a master in the field of in-camera high speed minaiture photography was Derek Meddings who won an Academy Award for "Superman". he worked on dozens of movies and is mentioned briefly in the entry on "Bond Movies". He recieves no separate listing. Compare this to 'Ray Park', a talented stunt man / actor who's appeared in 3 EFX heavy movies in recent years and is given an entry of his own.
...Front Projection and Rear Projection systems - popular techniques for compositing live action and effects work, are not listed as "processes".
...Showscan - a large format, high-fidelity movie format - is not used in the "Back to the Future" ride at Universal as listed incorrectly here. The ride uses an Imax-based system. This is ironic as this ride was created by Douglas Trumbull, who invented the superior and comparable Showscan system; An interesting irony worthy of mention?
I had to write in when I read other reviews posted here stating how this is "everything you ever need to know about Special Effects". Notably the book istelf does not claim this, and makes several other disclaimers. This book is a good place to start if you are interested in the craft, but is not the definitive work by any means.
An Invaluable Reference Guide of Special Effects.......2000-07-22
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Motion pictures: An entry from Thomson Gale's Gale Encyclopedia of Science, 3rd ed.
Scott M. Lewis Manufacturer: Thomson Gale ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B000M5A8F0 |
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The “Gale Encyclopedia of Science” is written at a level somewhere between the introductory sources and the highly technical texts currently available. This six-volume set covers all major areas of science and engineering, as well as mathematics and the medical and health sciences, while providing a comprehensive overview of current scientific knowledge and technology. Alphabetically arranged entries provide a user-friendly format that makes the broad scope of information easy to access and decipher. Entries typically describe scientific concepts, provide overviews of scientific areas and, in some cases, define terms.
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Here Comes the Sun: A Hi and Lois Collection
Mort Walker , and Dik Browne Manufacturer: Avon Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0380760703 |
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El proyecto económico de López Obrador: un opción al neoliberalismo.(Andrés Manuel López Obrador): An article from: Siempre!
Magdalena Galindo Manufacturer: Thomson Gale ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B000842OCU Release Date: 2006-10-24 |
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This digital document is an article from Siempre!, published by Thomson Gale on September 5, 2004. The length of the article is 518 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.
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Evaluacion Economica de Proyectos
de La Parra Zelaya Manufacturer: Grupo Editorial Iberoamerica ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 970625109X |
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Evaluacion Economica Y Social De Proyectos De Inversion
Manufacturer: Universidad De Los Andes ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0072488247 |
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Evaluacion Economica y Social de Proyectos de Inversion
Raul Castro Rodriguez Manufacturer: Alfaomega Grupo Editor ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 9586824586 |
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No sólo palabras, proyectos concretos: proyecto económico de López Obrador.(Andrés Manuel López Obrador): An article from: Siempre!
Magdalena Galindo Manufacturer: Thomson Gale ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B000LPS0NI Release Date: 2006-12-07 |
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This digital document is an article from Siempre!, published by Thomson Gale on July 24, 2005. The length of the article is 547 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.
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Se desmorona Fox: proyecto titubeante. (Economía).(el desarrollo económico en México durante el mandato del presidente Vicente Fox ): An article from: Siempre!
Agustín Rodríguez Trejo Manufacturer: Edicional Siempre ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B0008DP4TQ Release Date: 2005-07-31 |
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This digital document is an article from Siempre!, published by Edicional Siempre on June 8, 2003. The length of the article is 609 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.
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Some recent advances in economic project evaluation.: An article from: Cuadernos de Economía: Latin American journal of economics
Arnold C. Harberger Manufacturer: Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, Instituto de Economia ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B0008GG4LU Release Date: 2005-07-31 |
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This digital document is an article from Cuadernos de Economía: Latin American journal of economics, published by Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, Instituto de Economia on December 1, 2003. The length of the article is 5415 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.
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Evaluacion economica de proyectos de inversion (Biblioteca de ciencias economicas)
Manuel A Solanet Manufacturer: Libreria "El Ateneo" Editorial ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: 9500235587 |
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Evaluacion financiera, economica y social: Manual de analisis y evaluacion de proyectos
Orlando Castro Gutierrez Manufacturer: Banco Centroamericano de Integracion Economica ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: 9977471339 |
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La evaluacion de proyectos en un contexto macroeconomico: Un enfoque multi-nivel (Programa de investigaciones economicas)
Jose Maria Vegara Manufacturer: Fundacion del Instituto Nacional de Industria ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: 8450018749 |
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Evaluating Corporate Investment and Financing Opportunities: A Handbook and Guide to Selected Methods for Managers and Finance Professionals
Sherman L. Lewis Manufacturer: Quorum Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0899301444 |
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Investment and financing decisions require the concurrent evaluation of profitability, liquidity, and risk. This book provides expertise to foster sound growth in sales and earnings within risk limits acceptable to management. It offers a unique presentation, based on the author's extensive experience in management, consulting, and teaching. Practical examples and detailed illustrations provide methods for analyzing relevant alternatives that promote clearer communications and better-informed decisions.
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How To Prepare And Present A Business Plan
Joseph R. Mancuso Manufacturer: Fireside ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items: ASIN: 0671763547 |
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Joseph R. Mancuso - Manufacturer: Prentice Publishing - ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000QS6JPG |
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How To Prepare And Present A Business Plan
Joseph R. Mancuso Manufacturer: Fireside ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000MC2234 |
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How to Prepare and Present a Business Plan
Joseph Mancuso Manufacturer: Prentice Hall ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000OIXXPM |
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How to Prepare, Present and Negotiate a Business Plan
Patrick T. Gibbons , and Ian McGovern Manufacturer: Early Childhood Publications (Aust) Pty Ltd ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 9971005131 |
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Job and Income Security for Unemployed Workers
Saul J. Blaustein Manufacturer: W E Upjohn Inst for ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0911558837 |
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