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The Transformation of Cinema, 1907-1915

By: Eileen Bowser

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The Transformation of Cinema, 1907-1915

By: Eileen Bowser

The Transformation of Cinema chronicles the history of the American film business from the days of storefront nickelodeons to the premiere of D.W. Griffith's The Birth of a Nation, complete with full symphony orchestra. Eileen Bowser here redresses the imbalance of the "Griffith did it all" cliché by discussing the efforts of countless lesser-known figures who also helped to create Hollywood and shape the growing film industry. The effect of the surroundings -- the size of the hall; whether the film was shown alone or along with vaudeville entertainment; and the size, quality, and relevance of the musical background -- are all examined for their impact on the filmgoing experience. Bowser documents the emergence of the star system, which set the stage for the classic silent-film era. By 1915 the silent film is seen as a full-fledged art form with its own style and place in the world of business."--Back cover.

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356

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Univ of California Press

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0520085345

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9780520085343

In Search of Brightest Africa

Reimagining the Dark Continent in American Culture, 1884-1936

By: Jeannette Eileen Jones

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In Search of Brightest Africa

Reimagining the Dark Continent in American Culture, 1884-1936

By: Jeannette Eileen Jones

In the decades between the Berlin Conference that partitioned Africa and the opening of the African Hall at the American Museum of Natural History, Americans in several fields and from many backgrounds argued that Africa had something to teach them. Jeannette Eileen Jones traces the history of the idea of Africa with an eye to recovering the emergence of a belief in "Brightest Africa"--a tradition that runs through American cultural and intellectual history with equal force to its "Dark Continent" counterpart. Jones skillfully weaves disparate strands of turn-of-the-century society and culture to expose a vivid trend of cultural engagement that involved both critique and activism. Filmmakers spoke out against the depiction of "savage" Africa in the mass media while also initiating a countertradition of ethnographic documentaries. Early environmentalists celebrated Africa as a pristine continent while lamenting that its unsullied landscape was "vanishing." New Negro political thinkers also wanted to "save" Africa but saw its fragility in terms of imperiled human promise. Jones illuminates both the optimism about Africa underlying these concerns and the racist and colonial interests these agents often nevertheless served. The book contributes to a growing literature on the ongoing role of global exchange in shaping the African American experience as well as debates about the cultural place of Africa in American thought.

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317

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University of Georgia Press

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0820341967

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9780820341965

Whites Confront Racism

Antiracists and Their Paths to Action

By: Eileen O'Brien

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Whites Confront Racism

Antiracists and Their Paths to Action

By: Eileen O'Brien

This book asserts the distinctive place that whites can take in the fight for racial justice, bringing together interviews with white antiracist activists from across North America. Avoiding the typical white options of being 'nonracist' or feeling guilty, these whites demonstrate the multitude of ways whites can be proactive in combating modern racism. These activists, of both genders and all ages, have arrived at their antiracist commitments through several different yet typical paths. These whites struggle to transform individuals, institutions, and themselves, to varying degrees, incurring risks as well as rewards along the way. Their affiliations with antiracist organizations, or lack thereof, play a crucial role in the differences among them and their approaches to antiracist work. The whites who are involved with antiracist groups come predominantly from either Anti-Racist Action or the People's Institute for Survival and Beyond, and the contrast between these two groups woven throughout the analysis leads to the conclusion that there are different types of antiracism. Although unity among them may not be possible or even desirable, acceptance of a broader concept of racism by all antiracists is one of the ending suggestions for the future of antiracism.

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180

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Rowman & Littlefield

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0742515826

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9780742515826

No Room at the Inn

By: Eileen Martin

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No Room at the Inn

By: Eileen Martin

He broke her heart when he left her behind to pursue a career across country. Now, Chef William Neff is back in town a changed man. Over the years, Catherine Bowman has also changed. Her faith in God set her on a path feeding the hungry. The soup kitchen downtown she’s trying so hard to keep afloat could really use a miracle if it’s going to stay open much longer. When the answer to her prayers includes the return of William Neff, it also brings about new dreams and rekindled feelings for the man she’d once loved. She’s forgiven him for hurting her, but has she really ever got over it? Or him? A visit home for the first time in years has William Neff rethinking the direction his life has taken. When he finally accepts the plan God had for his life all along, he’s ready to dive into it head-first. Yet his past seems unwilling to leave him alone. It’s one thing for his past transgressions to haunt him, it’s another for it to interfere with the one woman he knows is meant for him. Catherine Bowman. Can he find a way to fix things between them before his past sinks them both?

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184

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Rebecca M Avery Books

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1539618048

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9781539618041

Pickford

The Woman Who Made Hollywood

By: Eileen Whitfield

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The Woman Who Made Hollywood

By: Eileen Whitfield

A comprehensive biography of film's first star traces her rise to fame with the growth of the medium, her influence as a partner in United Artists, her relationship with Douglas Fairbanks, and her struggles later in life. UP.

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University Press of Kentucky

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0813191793

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9780813191799

Trends in Alzheimer's Disease Research

By: Eileen M. Welsh

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Trends in Alzheimer's Disease Research

By: Eileen M. Welsh

Dementia is a brain disorder that seriously affects a person's ability to carry out daily activities. The most common form of dementia among older people is Alzheimer's Disease (AD), which involves the parts of the brain that control memory, thought and language. Age is the most important known risk factor for AD. The number of people with the disease doubles every 5 years beyond age 65. AD is a slow disease, starting with mild memory loss and ending with severe brain damage. The course the disease takes and how fast changes occur vary from person to person. On average, AD patients live from 8 to 10 years after they are diagnosed, though the disease can last for as many as 20 years. Current research is aimed at understanding why AD occurs and who is at greatest risk for developing it, improving the accuracy of diagnosis and ability to identify who is at risk, developing, discovering and testing new treatments for behavioural problems in patients with AD. This book gathers state-of-the-art research from leading scientists throughout the world which offers important information on understanding the underlying causes and discovering the most effective treatments for Alzheimer's Disease.

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350

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Nova Publishers

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1594549389

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9781594549380

Doin' the Northwest with Your Pooch!

Eileen's Directory of Dog-Friendly Lodging and Outdoor Adventures in the Northwest

By: Eileen Barish

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Doin' the Northwest with Your Pooch!

Eileen's Directory of Dog-Friendly Lodging and Outdoor Adventures in the Northwest

By: Eileen Barish

Everything one needs to know about Fido-friendly travel in Washington and Oregon is included in this directory of dog-friendly lodgings. From luxurious resorts to budget motels, the guide contains listings in every price range with addresses, phone numbers, and room rates.

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Pet Friendly Publications

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1884465064

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9781884465062

Vacationing with Your Pet

Eileen's Directory of Pet-Friendly Lodging in the United States and Canada

By: Eileen Barish

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Vacationing with Your Pet

Eileen's Directory of Pet-Friendly Lodging in the United States and Canada

By: Eileen Barish

Father Michael Flannery is Keeper of the Sign, prophesied to bring the gospel of peace to the world. On his way to New York for a landmark symposium of the world’s largest religious groups, Flannery barely escapes assassination. Not content with possessing the scroll, Via Dei is determined to tie up loose ends and ensure that Father Flannery’s message never gets out. Interwoven with this modern-day suspense is the story of Tobias Garlande, a scholar living during the First Crusade. Burdened with terrifying visions of future tragedies, Tobias is the first Keeper. His connection to Father Flannery echoes across centuries with a simple warning: You must not fail. Combining international intrigue and suspense with fascinating historical detail, Armor of God continues to explore the ramifications of true faith with a compelling tale of past and present religious turmoil and touching human drama. At the publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management software (DRM) applied.

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Pet Friendly Publications

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1884465242

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9781884465246

Doin' California with Your Pooch!

Eileen's Directory of Dog-friendly Lodging & Outdoor Recreation in California

By: Eileen Barish

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Doin' California with Your Pooch!

Eileen's Directory of Dog-friendly Lodging & Outdoor Recreation in California

By: Eileen Barish

A comprehensive dog's-eye view of over 2000 of California's pet-friendly hotels, resorts, beaches, forests, trails, lakes, parks, tidal pools, ghost towns, marshlands, and deserts to enjoy with (or without) poochie.

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690

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Pet Friendly Publications

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1884465161

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9781884465161

Doin' Texas with Your Pooch

Eileen's Directory of Dog-friendly Lodging & Outdoor Adventure in Texas

By: Eileen Barish

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Doin' Texas with Your Pooch

Eileen's Directory of Dog-friendly Lodging & Outdoor Adventure in Texas

By: Eileen Barish

Looking for an adventure in their own back yards or setting out to explore the entire Lone Star State, Texans and their pooches can discover the best that Texas has to offer.

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Pet Friendly Publications

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1884465056

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9781884465055

Doin' Arizona with Your Pooch!

Eileen's Directory of Dog-friendly Lodging & Outdoor Adventures in Arizona

By: Eileen Barish

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Doin' Arizona with Your Pooch!

Eileen's Directory of Dog-friendly Lodging & Outdoor Adventures in Arizona

By: Eileen Barish

Eileen Barish has now written the definitive dog owner's guide to the Grand Canyon State. Doin' Arizona With Your Pooch gives readers a unique dog's-eye view of Arizona's pet-friendly hotels, resorts, forests, and outdoor activities.

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Pet Friendly Publications

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188446503X

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9781884465031

Vacationing with Your Pet: Eileen's Directory of Pet-Friendly Lodging in the United States & Canada

By: Eileen Barish

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Vacationing with Your Pet: Eileen's Directory of Pet-Friendly Lodging in the United States & Canada

By: Eileen Barish

Clearly written by animal lovers, The Fifth Edition offers brand-new sections on pet travel, bed and breakfasts, and over 25,000 lodgings-from 5-star resorts to roadside motels, carefully compiled from hundreds of sources and personal contacts.

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1884465153

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Book's by Eileen Bowser

The Transformation of Cinema, 1907-1915

The Transformation of Cinema, 1907-1915

In Search of Brightest Africa

In Search of Brightest Africa

Whites Confront Racism

Whites Confront Racism

No Room at the Inn

No Room at the Inn

Pickford

Pickford

Trends in Alzheimer's Disease Research

Trends in Alzheimer's Disease Research

Doin' the Northwest with Your Pooch!

Doin' the Northwest with Your Pooch!

Vacationing with Your Pet

Vacationing with Your Pet

Doin' California with Your Pooch!

Doin' California with Your Pooch!

Doin' Texas with Your Pooch

Doin' Texas with Your Pooch

Doin' Arizona with Your Pooch!

Doin' Arizona with Your Pooch!

Vacationing with Your Pet: Eileen's Directory of Pet-Friendly Lodging in the United States & Canada

Vacationing with Your Pet: Eileen's Directory of Pet-Friendly Lodging in the United States & Canada

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