William Friedkin’s film Sorcerer (1977) has been subject to a major re-evaluation in the last decade. A dark re-imagining of the French Director H.G. Clouzot’s Le Salaire de la Peur (The Wages of Fear) (1953) (based on George Arnaud’s novel); the film was a major critical and commercial failure on its initial release. Friedkin’s work was castigated as an example of directorial hubris as it was a notoriously difficult production which went wildly over-budget. It was viewed at the time as th...

At the beginning of the 21st century, the US film industry had overtaken aeronautics and car industries to become one of the highest exporters of American products. Mark Wheeler's important new book provides both a political history of Hollywood and a reflection on the relationship between cinema and politics in America, from 1900 to the present day. Wheeler considers the interplay between the movies studios, state and national government and cultural policy and legislation, with case stud...

In this new book, Mark Wheeler offers the first in-depth analysis of the history, nature and global reach of celebrity politics today.Celebrity politicians and politicized celebrities have had a profound impact upon the practice of politics and the way in which it is now communicated. New forms of political participation have emerged as a result and the political classes have increasingly absorbed the values of celebrity into their own PR strategies. Celebrity activists, endorsers,...

What have depictions of the working class in popular culture added to our understanding of the professional lives of Americans? Scenes from the American Working Class: This Hard Land offers twelve unique and profound answers from some of the most impactful and timeless novels (O! Pioneers, Ann Vickers, and Native Son), films (Blue Collar, Wall Street, and Other People’s Money), television shows (The Wire and Mad Me...

By creating a therapeutic outlet for self-expression and processing trauma, art therapy can play a powerful role in assisting people with a brain injury or neurological condition to adjust to living with altered abilities and ways of thinking.Bringing together a wealth of expertise from specialists working with a range of conditions including epilepsy, dementia, acquired brain injury, motor neurone disease and multiple sclerosis, this book describes both the effects of the conditio...

Social media is said to radically change the way in which public communication takes place: information diffuses faster and can reach a large number of people, but what makes the process so novel is that online networks can empower people to compete with traditional broadcasters or public figures. This book critically interrogates the contemporary relevance of social networks as a set of economic, cultural and political enterprises and as a public sphere in which a variety of political and...

Step into the world of Super Collectors! Whether you are a new collector or adding on to a valued collection, HowExpert Guide to Collectibles: 101+ Tips to Find, Buy, Sell, and Collect Collectibles, is a must-have book that will follow you through the stages of becoming a Super Collector!Starting a collection is more than a hobby; for many, it is a lifestyle. It starts with receiving an item that invokes the curiosity and starts a passion for wanting to learn more. On the pathway o...

The ultimate guide to building your fan podcast.Fan Podcasting: The Complete Guide teaches you how to build an engaging podcast and killer community while geeking out about your favorite content. This book isn't about which podcast microphone to buy, or how to set up a podcast feed. This motivational how-to guide teaches you how to create a podcast so awesome, your listeners will stick around even if they stop watching the show you review. Creati...

This book includes :How To Heal Oneself in the WildernessHow To Eat in the WildernessHow to Make a House in the WildernessHere is an overview of the bundle :The first few chapters focus on the wildlife of a region with animals and insects being discussed first. The shrubs and greenery are also part of a region’s wildlife, some poisons and some delicious, so we’ll be exploring that in the initial chapters.The book is a...

This book includes :How to Heal from Wilderness AccidentsHow to Heal from Urban AccidentsHow to Heal from Domestic AccidentsHere is an overview of the content :How to determine the seriousness of common injuries such as cuts, head trauma, broken bones, and much more.How to treat burn and freeze injuries in extreme environments.Ways to determine if a person i...

Have you always wondered about the construction process after looking at the primitive shelters built out in the middle of nowhere? Do the structures resurrected in the green forest always leave you spellbound? Does the idea of making a home in the wilderness lead to a string of other questions, such as the feasibility and survivability of living in the wilderness? If these things peek your curiosity, then this book is designed precisely for you.'Bushcraft: How to Make a House in t...

"A Guide to Heal Oneself in the Wilderness" is a unique book designed to be a helping hand for first-time, amateur, and experienced explorers involved in exploring different landscapes. The content has been designed to tackle various aspects that are important during traveling.The first few chapters focus on the wildlife of a region with animals and insects being discussed first. The shrubs and greenery are also part of a region’s wildlife, some poisons and some delicious, so...