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Art for ecological action........2000-08-07
The Reenchantment of Art is a passionate plea for artists to reacess the thought and practice of a century of modernism. Gablick`s earlier book, 'Conversations before the end of time' was a collection on interviews and discussions with critical thinkers on environmental issues. The Reenchantment of Art refines the issues raised in the interviews of the earlier book toward a contemporary art focus. It speaks against individualist thought in art making, pointing artists toward new possibilties in art practice.
Using examples of environmental artists, Gablick provides insights into new working methods of important contemporary artists. These artists are using their creative abilty to ammend the destruction of modern society by engaging in art practices that give 'something worthwhile' back to the earth and its people.
Environmental art is of critical importance in this next century. Gablick`s book shapes the foundation of perhaps the most important movement in contemporary art theory.
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This is a practical handbook offering fully illustrated step-by-step guidelines to a wealth of elementary classroom art activities. Designed to provide a easy-to-use reference and resource manual for elementary teachers, A Handbook of Arts and Crafts gives teachers the background, context, and activities they need to successfully integrate the arts into their classroom.
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Found Memories.......2002-03-21
This book is a great resource for projects in art for children. You could say that I was the test subject for a lot of what's in this book. Willard was my grandfather. This book is a treasure that every elementary school teacher should have. My grandfather would take me to the university to work on projects and then put them in the book. What fun that was. Share this book with your children as my grandfather enjoyed it with his son and grandson.
Great for children's crafts.......1998-07-19
We used this book as a textbook for my Elementary Education Art Methods & Materials class. It is jam-packed with projects to do with children. Highly recommended.
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By starting small, Decorative Mini-Murals You Can Paint makes it easy for anyone to experience the joy of mural painting.
Kerry Trout guides readers through 12 step-by-step projects, including country vistas, gardens, flowers, a grandfather clock, trompe l'oeil objects and more! Readers can choose the project and surface size that matches their ability and comfort level, making this book perfect for beginners and advanced artists alike.
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They're Gorgeous !.......2004-12-18
Here are the projects shown in the book:
*a bunny triptych
*trompe l'oeil window shade
*schoolhouse notebook
*goldfinch frame
*covered bridge box
*mountain view lodge
*Tuscany hatbox
*trompe l'oeil cat
*Shaker clock
*trompe l'oeil wall shelf
The designs demonstrated in the book could be applied to many different situations, not just the projects listed. The art is exquisite and she really does tell you how to do the different brushstrokes for everything from blades of grass to chimney smoke. She tells exactly what color to use for each, and what kind of brush.
As a beginner, I just don't have the confidence to tackle these. I think I'll try stenciling first and maybe build up my comfort level. The artist has a website where you can see her portfolio and get an idea of the kind of painting this book covers.
Unique subject matter.......2003-06-24
I have many books on murals, decorative painting, and trompe l'oeil. This book provides info not seen in others. It is a good companion to the Donna Dewberry One-Stroke method of decorative painting. It is perhaps a little too advanced for the brand new beginner.
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Here is where to start . . ........2003-02-13
This book provides the information required to determine where, and if an area is suitable for a mural design. It talks about selection of a wall, developing a theme, transferring a sketch to a wall, and even paint mediums. It includes a glossary for those new to muraling and perhaps unfamiliar with "mural art vocabulary." This book is not for backyard graffiti taggers, but for the artist whose well-thought-out ideas become an artistic means of respectful communication and a theme to share within a community. It would have been even better yet had the stetches and mural examples been in color.
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Mural Manual
Manufacturer: Public Art Workshop
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Clothed in Light & Shadow
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A connoisseur's compendium of Freudian slips, spoonerisms, double-talk, and utter bosh from famous and infamous figures past and present -- a complete course in anti-eloquence by the foot-in-mouth champions of all time.
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One of the stupidest ideas for a book I have ever seen.......2007-02-13
Pliny said that there is no book so bad that there is not something good in it. So I suppose one can find something not stupid in this book i.e. some thing that might provide mild amusement to the reader. But on the whole the idea of the book as well as its contents seem very much like a waste of time.
Another point. I find it kind of 'low' and 'stupid' laughing at the stupidities of others, mainly when they consist in small mistakes of language and grammar.
And I didn't say any of them.......2006-08-27
Since they're a married couple, I know they had fun. "Hey honey, listen to what THIS moron said?" "Oh yeah, well, how about THIS moron?" LOL and giggle giggle.
I don't mean to belittle them. I like this book. They chose quite well, and they did a whole lot of research. I bet it was hard for them to limit themselves to 776 stupid things, so we got the stupidest.
(I can probably say 776 stupid things before breakfast, but let's leave that discussion for another day.)
Don't you remember going to the library and finding a good collection of quotes to enjoy when you just weren't in the mood to digest a novel or something? Great reading on buses, when working as a security guard, waiting in line at the bank, whatever. I read this one a second time and recognized a few that I stole for my very own website.
And that, alas, maybe why this type of book is a dying breed. The Internet. We all compile our own lists of quotes now. Why buy theirs? It's not like these things can really be copyrighted, since all quotes must by definition come from other sources. But hey, it's easily portable if you want to read it in the places I named above. It's a good collection, and it's much larger than what tends to appear on websites.
Good gift for ailing colleague.......2006-03-01
This is a good item to give to someone who is hospitalized or just needs a laugh.
Fun, but not all it's cracked up to be.......2001-05-25
The book's promo implies that it is a collection of blunders by famous people. This is partly true. There are some interesting malapropisms and other goofs from famed people, but there are also a lot of obscure, random entries from nameless or otherwise unknown people. For example, some quotes are credited to, "An Irish Politician" or other nameless people.
In summary, some aspects are entertaining and the book is unique. For quote fanatics, it is worthwhile addition to your collection if you have the money to spare.
Laugh Out Loud.......1999-04-20
I loved the calendar "The 365 Stupidest Things Ever Said" -- so when I found out there was also a book by the same people, I had to get it -- and it didn't disappoint me! These quotes are hysterical! A great variety here -- from politicians to celebrities, from current figures to historical ones. It's a lot of fun -- although it's a lot like potato chips....you can't stop reading these quotes!
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A hilarious collection of lists, statistics, news items, quotations, and facts detailing stupid acts of Americans from all walks of life--by the authors of the best selling "The 776 Stupidest Things Ever Said".
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More of the 776 Stupidest Things Ever Said
Ross Petras , and
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The first feature film by the Monty Python team is a mock-heroic tale set in mediaeval Britain. This screenplay edition contains just the script and is supplemented by 8 pages of b&w stills from the film.
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Rate crap........2007-02-21
I love Monty Python. Absolute genius in every way. The Holy Grail movie is high on my shelves in its place of honor. This, however, is a horridly inaccurate bastardization of the script. Every five sentences contains an error, leaving out numerous words, including some of the jokes. You can find scripts far more accurate and complete online. Don't buy this, really, find a better one.
Lame "novelization" of original "The Book".......2007-01-10
I ordered this a little hastily. It is a standard sized paperback with little more than the lines as they appear in the film.
There is a FAR COOLER screenplay that is apparently out of print that you should search for. It's about 8.5" by 11" and includes lots of interesting extras - sketches and deleted/changed lines. I found one on another site that hosts lots of used books often for "half" cover price.
This Movie Had Me Hysterical!.......2005-11-01
Monty Python and the Holy Grail is perhaps the funniest and stupidest movie you will ever encounter. It had me on the floor laughing-no-crying, unable to breathe. The creators of Monty Python have the most odd sense of humor, and that's what I like in movies. Perhaps it's the stupidity of it all; perhaps it's just me, but I'll tell you one thing: if you have trouble breathing, DON'T WATCH THIS MOVIE! It will definitely choke you. Here is a brief summary of my favorite parts:
Sir Arthur is in need of noble and worthy knights, so he rides off on his imaginary horse to find them. He finds a castle pretty soon. The first one he encounters is a masked man who has just one a battle. However, the masked knight will not let Arthur pass. So they fight. Arthur cuts off all the knights limbs, and yet the knight does not seem to notice. (One of the funniest scenes.) Once Arthur has aquired all his knights, they go in search of the Holy Grail. The first major problem they face is that the Knights of Nee block their path. To proceed, the Knights of Nee require that Arthur find-get ready for this-a shrubbery! So, Arthur returns with the shrubbery. But the Knights of Nee request that he finds-another shrubbery. And once he has found the shrubbery, he must cut down the mightiest tree in the forest with-a herring. Okay... Sir Arthur says, "I won't do it!" It just so happens that the Knights of Nee can't hear the word "it". They immediately fall to the ground, and Sir Arthur and his companions are able to proceed.
There are many other hilarious scenes is this movie, such as Sir Launcelot saving someone from a castle that he believes to be a girl, but is really a boy, the head of another castle throwing dead animals down at Arthur, a ferocious rabbit biting off someone's head, and the film ending when the police smash the camera lense. If you get this movie, you are guaranteed to fall on the floor laughing.
For ten bucks, what the heck.......2004-02-14
Amazon has knocked five bucks off the list price of this book which just about makes it worth it. As others have noted, if you're a true MPFC fan, you've seen the movie so many times that you know the script by heart already. You also probably own a copy of the film. So why do you need this book? I dunno. There are no new photos, no commentary... If you know someone who is new to the world of MPFC, it's a safe bet that you'll lend them the video and not the screenplay. On the other hand, for the collector of all things Monty, for ten bucks, this will fill the bill. So what the heck? Go for it.
THE QUEST FOR MP.......2003-08-19
Methuen Publishing follows up it's The Life Of Brian screenplay (2001) with the Monty Python And The Holy Grail screenplay (2002). In addition to being an excellent reference for all MP fans, it contains 19 b&w photos from the film and is more compact then the Monty Python And The Holy Grail (BOOK). Be sure to check the 2 page cast list in the back to see who played what (and how many). A must for any MP collection.
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Only the most devoted Python Fans need apply........2000-04-21
I picked up my copy (rarer U.K. release) 20 years ago when it was in regular publication. It is masterfully assembled and includes many production notes in addition to the complete script. If you can find a copy, you must get it.
A Comic Classic, With Special Insights.......2000-01-20
There's no justice in a world where this book has gone out of print. It's been rereleased at least once, but appears to be out of print as of January, 2000. This is a must-have for serious Python fans or fans of film comedy.
The book not only contains the screenplay for the film, complete with a nearly perfect (that is, nearly agreeing with the film) text, as well as the very different first draft of the text. Included are complete scenes that were cut (as in King Brian's court). There are great illustrations by Terry Gilliam as well as still photos from the set, both on camera and off.
Dig around, it's worth it!
This book is a classic. Especially for Monty Python fans.......1997-04-05
Monty Python and the Holy Grail is a old tale supposedly taking place in the days of King Arthur and the Knights of the Roundtable. After God Himself appears to Arthur(played by Graham Chapman in the movie), and his knights, they are sent on an all-out hilarious quest for the Holy Grail(the cup Jesus drank from at the last supper) In their travels, they encouter a Three-Headed knight, Sir Lancelot's dangerous idiom, a castle full of virgins, a killer rabbit, an old man(from scene 24), and Oh the horrors! Oh the humanity! the dreaded Knights who say "Nee!"(Those who encouter them rarely live to tell the tale). This is a great and funny book for all age groups. It contains alot of British humor, but anyone will enjoy it. So, I suggest not waiting, but order this great book A.S.A.P!!!
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This book presents a comprehensive guide to chords and scales in the popular G,D,E,A, and D minor tunings. In addition to their application as elementary accompaniment, there is sufficient material here for soloing and improvisation.
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These 50 crosswords from fan favorite Maura Jacobson will delight puzzlers everywhere:
• Gentle wit mixed with clever puns make New York Magazine puzzles a hit with crossword buffs
• Will Shortz, the crossword editor of the New York Times, calls Ms. Jacobson and her puzzles "a national treasure"
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