Firelight Of A Different Colour

Author : Nigel Collett
Publisher : Signal 8 Press
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2014-02
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9881554268

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Firelight of a Different Colour by Nigel Collett Pdf

When Leslie Cheung Kwok-wing threw himself to his death from the terrace of Hong Kong's Mandarin Oriental Hotel in 2003, he was the greatest star of his generation in the city. A performer loved for his character as much as for his magic as an entertainer, his death sent shock waves across Asia and amongst Asian populations around the world. Despite the fact that he was openly gay, he was adored, and remains adored, by multitudes in societies where his sexual orientation remains a little-discussed taboo. Firelight of a Different Colour traces Leslie's story from birth in 1950s Hong Kong to his death during the city's crippling SARS epidemic. Through initial struggles to gain a foothold in TV and the nascent world of Cantopop, he achieved final success as a megastar of music and the big screen and held that position for nearly two decades. At the forefront of almost all the cultural changes Hong Kong saw during his lifetime, Leslie came to embody the unique spirit of the city. No Western performer can boast so widespread an influence across so many arts. Firelight of a Different Colour commemorates a life that continues to amaze and inspire.

Author : Nigel Collett
Publisher : City University of HK Press
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-23
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789629375577

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A Death in Hong Kong: The MacLennan Case of 1980 and the Suppression of a Scandal (2nd Edition) by Nigel Collett Pdf

In January 1980, a young police officer named John MacLennan committed suicide in his Ho Man Tin flat. His death came mere hours before he was to be arrested for committing homosexual acts still, at that point, illegal in Hong Kong. But this was more than the desperate act of a young man, ashamed and afraid; both his death and the subsequent investigation were a smokescreen for a scandal that went to the heart of the establishment. MacLennan came to Hong Kong from Scotland during a tumultuous time in Hong Kong’s history. The governorship of Sir Murray MacLehose was to be a time of reform and progress, but with that remit came the determination of many to suppress scandals and silence those who stirred up trouble. Both the life and death of John MacLennan seemed to many of those in power to threaten the stability of one of Britain’s last colonies. The second edition includes a foreword by Christine Loh (former undersecretary for the environment, former legislator, and founder of Civic Exchange) as well as updated information from new interviews with key people involved in the case. With endorsements from human rights researchers and the local community, this book provides insight into Hong Kong during a time of social unrest and corruption scandals, a time when homosexuality and paedophilia were often considered interchangeable and both offered easy targets for blackmail. “Collett’s vivid account of the MacLennan case and its aftermath allows us to rediscover an episode that is important not only to Hong Kong gay history but to the history of law and criminal justice in a colonial context more broadly. A fascinating read.” – Dr Marco Wan, Associate Professor of Law and Director of the Programme in Law and Literary Studies, University of Hong Kong “Nigel Collet has written a period masterpiece.” – Christine Loh, Former undersecretary for the environment, former legislator, and founder of Civic Exchange

Author : Aristotle
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 2856 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2014-09-21
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781400852765

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The Complete Works of Aristotle by Aristotle Pdf

This digital edition combines, for the first time, both volumes of The Complete Works of Aristotle: The Revised Oxford Translation, which is universally recognized as the standard English version. The Oxford Translation of Aristotle was originally published in twelve volumes between 1912 and 1954. The revised edition contains the substance of the original translation, slightly emended in light of recent scholarship; three of the original versions have been replaced by new translations; and a new and enlarged selection of fragments has been added. The aim of the translation remains the same: to make the surviving works of Aristotle readily accessible to English-speaking readers.

Author : Paul Smith
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2021-03-17
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781351042000

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Painting, Science, and the Perception of Coloured Shadows by Paul Smith Pdf

Many artists and scientists – including Buffon, Goethe, and Philipp Otto Runge – who observed the vividly coloured shadows that appear outdoors around dawn and dusk, or indoors when a candle burns under waning daylight, chose to describe their colours as ‘beautiful’. Paul Smith explains what makes these ephemeral effects worthy of such appreciation – or how depictions of coloured shadows have genuine aesthetic and epistemological significance. This multidisciplinary book synthesises methodologies drawn from art history (close pictorial analysis), psychology and neuroscience (theories of colour constancy), history of science (the changing paradigms used to explain coloured shadows), and philosophy (theories of perception and aesthetic value drawn from Wittgenstein and Merleau-Ponty). This title will be of interest to scholars in art history, art theory, and the history of science and technology.

Author : Richard Anthony Proctor
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 550 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1871
Category : Eclipses
ISBN : UOM:39015021016186

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The Sun: Ruler, Fire, Light, and Life of the Planetary System by Richard Anthony Proctor Pdf

Author : Camilla Adang,Maribel Fierro,Sabine Schmidtke
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 827 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-19
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9789004234246

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Ibn ?azm of Cordoba by Camilla Adang,Maribel Fierro,Sabine Schmidtke Pdf

This volume represents the state of the art in research on the Muslim legal scholar, theologian and man of letters Ibn ?azm of Cordoba (d. 456/1064), who is widely regarded as one of the most brilliant minds of Islamic Spain.

Author : Dana Swift
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2021-01-19
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780593124215

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Cast in Firelight by Dana Swift Pdf

"Adraa and Jatin are royal heirs of their respective kingdoms, masterful with magic, and their arranged marriage will unite two of Wickery's most powerful territories--except, they don't get along. Now, with the criminal underbelly suddenly making a move for control, the pair must learn to put their trust in the other if either is to uncover the real threat"--]cProvided by publisher.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1304 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1912
Category : Art
ISBN : UOM:39015013149672

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The Craftsman by Anonim Pdf

Author : Jon Canfield
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2005-09-15
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780471779827

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Raw 101 by Jon Canfield Pdf

"This is a must read for anyone interested in getting the most from their advanced digital camera." --George Schaub, Editor, Shutterbug Magazine Now that support for digital RAW capture is built into so many cameras and both Photoshop and Photoshop Elements, more photographers are using RAW to seize creative control of their digital images. If you're ready to explore RAW capture, or if you've tried it and bumped into obstacles, this book will show you how to optimize RAW files to achieve optimal results. The first introductory book on using Adobe Camera Raw, RAW 101 covers all practical aspects of RAW in Photoshop Elements 3 and Photoshop CS2. Just follow the heavily illustrated, step-by-step examples and you'll quickly figure out how to attain the greatest accuracy from your RAW files, whether it's correcting shadow and highlight detail, fixing white balance, or eliminating noise. Once you see the startling results, you'll no longer want to rely on your camera to make critical decisions for you. Inside, you'll learn everything you need to know to: Get your images ready for RAW file conversion Navigate the Adobe Camera Raw workspace Master RAW conversion controls for exposure, shadows, brightness, and contrast Extend beyond the basics to control white balance, color tint, noise, and more Automate Camera Raw to optimize your workflow Use advanced conversion options in Photoshop CS2, such as curves control, cropping, and straightening Put the finishing touches on your images--adjust levels, use filters, resize, and much more!

Author : Dana Swift
Publisher : Delacorte Press
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2021-01-19
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9780593124239

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Cast in Firelight by Dana Swift Pdf

The first book in an epic, heart-pounding fantasy duology about two royal heirs betrothed to be married, but whose loyalties are torn, and a ruthless enemy who threatens their world, perfect for fans of Sabaa Tahir, Susan Dennard, and Mary E. Pearson. Adraa is the royal heir of Belwar, a talented witch on the cusp of taking her royal ceremony test, and a girl who just wants to prove her worth to her people. Jatin is the royal heir to Naupure, a competitive wizard who's mastered all nine colors of magic, and a boy anxious to return home for the first time since he was a child. Together, their arranged marriage will unite two of Wickery's most powerful kingdoms. But after years of rivalry from afar, Adraa and Jatin only agree on one thing: their reunion will be anything but sweet. Only, destiny has other plans and with the criminal underbelly of Belwar suddenly making a move for control, their paths cross...and neither realizes who the other is, adopting separate secret identities instead. Between dodging deathly spells and keeping their true selves hidden, the pair must learn to put their trust in the other if either is to uncover the real threat. Now Wickery's fate is in the hands of rivals..? Fiancées..? Partners..? Whatever they are, it's complicated and bound for greatness or destruction.

Author : Paul Kearney
Publisher : Solaris
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2014-01-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781849976541

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A Different Kingdom by Paul Kearney Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 542 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1958
Category : Gardening
ISBN : UCAL:B3338384

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New Zealand Gardener by Anonim Pdf

Author : Dawn Eagle
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2012-03-21
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781469157252

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Eliza and the Blue Rose by Dawn Eagle Pdf

Liverpool in 1865 is a cold miserable place for Eliza, a young mother, who has nowhere to live and finds it impossible to earn a living, so she takes drastic measures merely to survive. When she meets Maude who offers her the opportunity to travel to Sydney, Australia, she accepts and sets out on an exciting new adventure on the high seas. Does she settle in this strange new land, and will she find love and establish a home and family? Follow Elizas journey as she matures and learns to make a new life for herself, finding satisfaction in her roses.

Author : Aristotle
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 1265 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2014-09-01
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781400835843

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The Complete Works of Aristotle, Volume One by Aristotle Pdf

Volume one of the acclaimed Oxford translation of Aristotle’s works—now fully revised and expanded Originally published in twelve volumes between 1912 and 1954, the Oxford translation of Aristotle is universally recognized as the standard English version of the great philosopher’s works. This revised edition has been fully updated in the light of modern scholarship while remaining faithful to the substance and vibrancy of the original translation. Now available in two volumes with three new translations and an enlarged selection of Fragments, The Complete Works of Aristotle makes the surviving writings of Aristotle readily accessible to a new generation of English-speaking readers.

Author : Patricia Sloane
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Color
ISBN : UCAL:B4423173

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Primary Sources by Patricia Sloane Pdf

An anthology of the most influential writings on color from ancient Greece to the present; this compact collection presents the historical and aesthetic highlights of centuries of debate and speculation about color. Patricia Sloane cuts across disciplines to bring together key excerpts from the works of painters, philosophers, inventors, scientists, sculptors, writers, aestheticians, and color theorists.