![]() ![]() With work reminiscent of her father Jeanloup Sieff’s pioneering fashion photography, this book will appeal to lovers of provocative fashion, art, and photography. ![]() With more than 150 stunning photographs of Sieff’s subjects in Paris, in their homes, on the shores of Normandy, and in the gardens of Champagne, Les Francaises exhibits Sieff’s undeniable ability to capture the beauty of the female form while at once offering an intimate glimpse into the world these women inhabit. Beautifully staged and artfully shot, this book goes beyond Sieff’s previous commercial work that has gained attention from the public eye and focuses on her fascination with the female form. From fashion models to writers and ballet dancers, Sieff captures the distinct personality of each while also depicting a unique sense of place. With Paris and its interiors as a frequent backdrop, Sonia Sieff gives readers an intimate portrait of some of France’s most recognizable faces. Sonia Sieff presents a collection of nudes ranging from alluring actresses to It girls. Les Francaises Author Sonia Sieff, Contributions by Boris Bergmann, Edited by Patrick Remy ![]()
0 Comments
![]() ![]() On the other hand, we did not love most of the characters, and there were a lot of story points that fell flat with us.Ĭamille was by far the bright spot of the cast of characters. were spot on and challenged the reader to think critically about how this theme applies to our own world. Her interpretation of societal expectations for appearance, weight, fashion, etc. We especially enjoyed how Clayton described the belle process. The world of Orleans was well described and we were pulled in by Camille’s description of her time at court. The plot was unique in that it tackled important issues like societal perceptions of beauty- but with a magical flare. On the one hand, we really enjoyed the imaginative storyline. We have conflicting thoughts about The Belles. Desperate to save Orleans from a tyrant and her sisters from a more horrible future, Camilla takes the fate of the land in her own hands. Camilla must choose to risk her own life or maintain the status quo…but neither choice is easy when she has to consider the consequences of her actions. Her life is not about the carefree beautification of the royals, it’s dangerous. But once she ends up in the royal palace, the politics of the kingdom changes her perception on everything. Camilla spent years working to become the favorite, the Belle of the royal family. Everyone here is born with gray skin and red eyes. ![]() ![]() Belles are elite because they control beauty in the land of Orleans. ![]() ![]() ![]() The Russians oppose President Vladimir Putin’s war on Ukraine and had left their country shortly after last year’s invasion, but the Ukrainians – both active-duty soldiers – stood firm. Rushdie, who has faced death threats since the 1988 publication of his novel “The Satanic Verses,” deemed by Iran’s ayatollahs to be blasphemous toward Islam.A clash over free speech had earlier marred PEN America’s World Voices Festival, when two Ukrainian authors threatened not to appear after learning that two Russian writers were participating in a different panel. Salman Rushdie’s surprise appearance at last night’s PEN America Literary Gala – a celebration of free expression – ended a week of controversy on a high note.It was the author’s first public appearance since he was attacked and gravely wounded last August at a literary festival in western New York.“It’s nice to be back,” said Mr. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Nevertheless, her book is a highly flammable thing. In her new biography, Frances Wilson, who has been quietly in thrall to the novelist since she was a student, does not grill him lightly over charcoal not for her the righteous disgust of Kate Millett, whose feminist attack on the author in Sexual Politics in 1970 more or less did for him, at least in our universities (a cancellation avant la lettre). “I often think of my dear Saint Lawrence on his gridiron, when he said ‘Turn me over, brothers, I am done enough on this side.’” “I always feel as if I stood naked for the fire of Almighty God to go through me,” wrote this man who had always repudiated his christian name, which was David (friends called him Lorenzo). I n a letter of 1913, DH Lawrence described his belief that in order to be an artist, it is necessary to be profoundly religious: a veritable martyr, in fact. ![]() ![]() His magician friends Valdes and Cornelius urge him to apply his great intellect to the task of conjuring they teach him the basics. Having reached the limits of ordinary human knowledge, Faustus yearns for more. ![]() The ebook edition of the original 1604 printing, reproduced with notes by editor Thomas Crofts in 1994, forms the basis for this study guide.ĭoctor Faustus, a professor at the University of Wittenberg, becomes famous for his lectures on divinity, law, medicine, and logic in debate, he is unchallenged. ![]() A tale of unbridled ambition and the folly of intellectual greed, the play is still produced on stages around the world and enthralls audiences to this day. Marlowe’s other works, including Tamburlaine, Edward II, The Jew of Malta, and The Massacre at Paris, influenced Shakespeare and other playwrights, but Doctor Faustus remains his best-known work. ![]() His death at 29 at the hands of fellow spies-who claimed the killing was an accident stemming from an argument over a debt-remains controversial. Much of Marlowe’s life is shrouded in mystery rumors swirled that he was a religious renegade and lived a debauched life. Within that short lifespan, he attained multiple academic degrees from Cambridge University, served Queen Elizabeth I as a spy, was indicted on multiple occasions for criminal behavior, and penned several of the greatest plays of the age. ![]() Christopher Marlowe was born in Canterbury, England, in 1564 and died in a London brawl in 1593. ![]() ![]() ![]() With lucidity and elegance, Zukav explains that we are evolving from a species that pursues power based upon the perceptions of the five senses - external power - into a species that pursues authentic power - power that is based upon the perceptions and values of the spirit. With the same extraordinary skill that he used to demystify scientific abstraction and the new physics, Gary Zukav, the award-winning author of The Dancing Wu Li Masters, here takes us on a brilliant and penetrating exploration of the new phase of evolution we have now entered. ![]() ![]() A foreword by Oprah Winfrey and a preface by Maya Angelou update the 25th anniversary edition of the #1 New York Times bestselling classic of the New Age category, along with a new introduction by the author, a discussion group guide and website links for deeper study. ![]() ![]() ![]() Michelle Gringeri-Brown and photographer Jim Brown publish the quarterly magazine Atomic Ranch to call attention to underappreciated ranch homes across America. Wartime bungalows, farmhouses, cottages, rambling ranchers, colonials, Victorians and townhouses all have characteristics that set them apart and make them interesting.įor the lovers of ranch style, a book and a magazine celebrate mid-century houses in all their glory. The different styles tell a story of their place in time, and mirror the best (and worst) of an era and the homeowners’ personalities. Factors such as climate, indigenous building materials and budgets big and small have produced buildings that don’t just satisfy the need for shelter. I’m always fascinated by the impressive array of architectural styles in North America. ![]() ![]() ![]() I felt like I had stepped back in time, everything seemed broken - buildings, roads, homes, families and individuals but I fell in love with a people and a country. After training in disaster relief and volunteering at ground zero in New York City, I deployed with a team to Afghanistan in May 2002. ![]() Years of traveling around the world prepared me for the biggest and most pivotal moment of my life. I could experience the world and not hide from those less fortunate. With a little bit of planning and huge suitcases full of medical supplies, I was able to satisfy my lust for travel and feed the compassion of my heart. ![]() This was the moment that I decided to "vacation with a purpose." I spent the week visiting her, bringing diapers and groceries-and that’s where I felt content. She invited me to her home where we ate soup made with not much more than fish bones. On a memorable trip to Jamaica, I grabbed a bus into town and met a twenty-year old mother with five kids. My explorations were always fascinating, and I would see a country that was not accessible from my fancy resort. I loved it, but I’d quickly found myself bored with the tourist destinations, and after my fill of jet skis and margaritas on the beach in the manicured resort compound, I would wander off and see how the real people lived. When they have been in one place too long, they demand to walk on new soil. ![]() ![]() ![]() Notes: Size: 8x5x2 UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood UsedGood A solid used copy. The Spirit of Seventy-Six: the Story of the American Revolution as Told By Participants Commager, Henry Steele and Morris, Richard B. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Date: 1968ĭescription: Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. The Spirit of Seventy-Six: the Story of the American Revolution as Told By Participants (paperback) Pub. Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, and dust jackets may not be included. Possible ex library copy, with all the markings/stickers of that library. Heavy wear to covers and pages contain marginal notes, underlining, and or highlighting. Text is legible but may be soiled and have binding defects. The Spirit of Seventy-Six: the Story of the American Revolution as Told By Participants (Paperback) Pub. Date: 1968ĭescription: Very Clean Copy-Over 500, 000 Internet Orders Filled.īooks From California Simi Valley, CA, USA ![]() ![]() ![]() "I've been following RaeAnne Thayne for some time now, and have watched her readership grow with each title. "synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title. But with a mysterious “Angel of Hope” working to inspire the town, Riley and Claire will find themselves opening up to love and other possibilities by the end of an extraordinary summer. The sense of community and togetherness had been lost during those tough years. The accident-and the string of robberies committed by teenagers that led up to it-is a message to the people of Hope’s Crossing. So what if she has no time for romance? At least, that’s what she tells herself, especially when her best friend’s sexy younger brother comes back to town as the new chief of police.īut when the accident forces Claire to slow down and lean on others-especially Riley McKnight-she realizes, for the first time, that things need to change. ![]() ![]() As a single mom and the owner of a successful bead shop, Claire leads a predictable life in Hope’s Crossing, Colorado. What she didn’t need was a tragic car accident. ![]() Welcome to Hope’s Crossing, a town that’s as warm and welcoming as drinking a glass of lemonade on a porch swing.Ĭlaire Bradford needed a wake-up call. ![]() |