Film directors from East Asia frequently win top prizes at international film festivals, but few books have been published about them. The films of these countries reflect periods of great political turmoil, rapid modernization in the 20th century, and the conflicts between modern lifestyles and traditional values. Covering films and filmmakers from China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, and North and South Korea, this is an ideal reference work on all the major directors, including Akira Kurosa...

From the very beginnings of American cinema the Western has been a central genre, as the hazardous lives of the settlers, their conflict with Native Americans, the lawless frontier towns, outlaws, and cattle rustlers all found their way into the new medium of film. This book provides a basic work of reference for all the major directors and noteworthy films of the genre. It discusses how folk heroes and heroines such as Jesse and Frank James, Wild Bill Hickok, Wyatt Earp, Calamity Jane, an...

With humor, wit, and insight, David Carter sets out a number of fail-safe rules to follow in order to win the Nobel Prize in literature There are acclaimed writers— James Joyce, Marcel Proust, Tolstoy, Mark Twain— who never won the Nobel Prize, and others, less well known, such as Henryk Sienkiewicz, Paul Heyse, and Romain Rolland, who did. What exactly does one have to do to impress, or be snubbed by, the Nobel Committee? This book is a fascinating survey of the Nobel Prize for literature...

When considering their canine friends, what do dog owners really need to know? Important stuff, according to Buster, like how dogs would run the world if they were in charge (fleas would taste like hamburger, only dogs would be allowed to pick up dropped food). What they fantasize about (mostly steaks, open garbage cans, and female dogs). The rules that govern sniffing other dogs. Buster and his capable translator, David E. Carter, have created a most useful book that's also delightfully f...

"The Lodger" by Marie Belloc Lowndes is a suspenseful novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Robert and Ellen Bunting, a struggling couple living in a modest home in London, whose lives are forever changed when they take in a peculiar lodger named Mr. Sleuth. The Buntings are on the brink of poverty, and while Mr. Sleuth seems like a potential solution to their financial woes, his enigmatic demeanor and deep interest in dark subjects create an unsettling atmosphe...

To fully realize the transforming potential of Reiki, "Reiki Revealed: A Beginner's Guide to Energy Healing: Harnessing Universal Energy for Health and Well-Being" is a necessary resource. This thorough introduction introduces you to the age-old Japanese healing technique, Reiki, which provides a holistic mind-body-spirit approach to healing.This book will take you on a trip to comprehend the foundational ideas of Reiki, as well as its lengthy history, core tenets, and the science ...

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A compact, comprehensive field guide to over 500 butterfly and moth species from around the world.The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 butterfly and moth species from around the world.Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach make this the most comprehensive and concise pocket guide to the butterflies and moths of the world. Packed with more than 600 full-colour photographs of over 500 speci...

Are you constantly stressed out and/or depressed? Are you suffering from insomnia or do you find it difficult to get a good night's sleep? Are you suffering from chronic diseases that are believed to be the result of poor mental and emotional health? Are you looking for a better and healthier way to handle the stresses, the sleep problems, and the diseases you are suffering with, rather than making constant visits to the doctor and relying on medication? If so, then mindfulness is the solu...

Niniane Westvane wants to make the world a better place . . . especially for non-human animals. So when a chicken on her aunt's farm develops the ability to read and write, Niniane is certain that she's found in Charlie the perfect "spokes-chicken" for the animal liberation movement. But, as Charlie's own interests develop along unforeseen lines that lead to theological study and ultimately to the Vatican, Charlie, Niniane, and eventually the Church, become entangled in thorny questions ab...

You Want To Know How To Build The Physique You Desire?Just like most of the people, you may have tried lots of supplements, products, workout and diet plans, and you may have even hired personal trainers but without any success in building lean muscle. You invested time and money on fancy programs ...

The businesses behind Dubai Sports City, the branding of David Beckham, and the presence and popularity of fantasy sports leagues on the internet are unmistakable indicators that the sports and the entertainment industries are quickly becoming one and the same. But, you needn't travel far or be a hard core sports fan to appreciate this fact. Whether you play Madden NFL on the Wii, use Nike+ along with your iPod to monitor your workouts, or channel surf and take note of the number of athlet...