Jonathan Miller était un metteur en scène de théâtre et d'opéra, un auteur et un intellectuel public britannique, dont l'œuvre a fait le pont entre les domaines de l'art et de la science. Formé initialement comme médecin, il s'est d'abord fait connaître dans les années 1960 en tant que créateur et interprète de revues satiriques. Il est ensuite devenu l'un des plus grands metteurs en scène d'opéra au monde, réputé pour ses mises en scène innovantes et souvent provocatrices qui ont apporté de nouvelles perspectives aux œuvres classiques. Sa vaste carrière comprenait également l'écriture et l'intellectualisme public, caractérisés par son esprit distinctif et son approche perspicace.
A biography about four Essex lads who became award-winning stadium superstars and champions of synth pop/rock. It features interviews with founder member Vince Clarke, engineer-cum-producer Gareth Jones - who together with Mute Records founder/mentor Daniel Miller - played a pivotal role in shaping Depeche Mode's unique sound over theyears.
Six accurately detailed, movable three-dimensional models and dozens of instructive drawings accompany a text that explains the process of human reproduction from the moment of conception through birth
Dramatic underwater photography shows sharks hunting, feeding and attacking, how they sense other fish and what drives them into feeding frenzies.
A director's brilliant inquiry into the problems--and solutions--of staging, filming, and acting classics for modern audiences. 90 black-and-white and color illustrations.
Set in the vibrant backdrop of London, this book weaves a compelling narrative that explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of human relationships. Through richly developed characters, it delves into their struggles and triumphs, offering a poignant reflection on life's challenges. The author's evocative prose captures the essence of the city and its diverse inhabitants, making it a thought-provoking read that resonates with anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of modern life.
Did you know that a King Cobra's bite contains enough poison to kill 20 people? This text includes many fascinating facts and records about the world of snakes. It features photographs, detailed illustrations and suggested Web site addresses.
A short, hilarious primer to modern France. Dental hygienists are illegal, yet the French exchange a staggering 184 billion kisses every year and many more crazy little French quirks.
The authors provide a brief introduction to the life and theories of Charles Darwin.
Each football skill is illustrated with action photographs, detailed diagrams and easy-to-follow instructions.
My book is about my interpretation of good over evil, how God takes a simple young man to a man with true values, who became a warrior of God and charity and humbleness to the end, and how God shows how wisdom is the only way to live, the ugliness of violence and crimes to the man that finds unconditional love in a woman that needs her knight and shining armor.
