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Screening Auschwitz

Marek Haltof
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Author : Marek Haltof
Publisher : Northwestern University Press
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2018-01-15
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 0810136082

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Screening Auschwitz examines the classic Polish Holocaust film The Last Stage (Ostatni etap), directed by the Auschwitz survivor Wanda Jakubowska (1907–1998). Released in 1948, The Last Stage was a pioneering work and the first narrative film to portray the Nazi concentration and extermination camp complex of Auschwitz-Birkenau. Marek Haltof’s fascinating book offers English-speaking readers a wealth of new materials, mostly from original Polish sources obtained through extensive archival research. With its powerful dramatization of the camp experience, The Last Stage established several quasi-documentary themes easily discernible in later film narratives of the Shoah: dark, realistic images of the camp, a passionate moral appeal, and clear divisions between victims and perpetrators. Jakubowska’s film introduced images that are now archetypal—for example, morning and evening roll calls on the Appelplatz, the arrival of transport trains at Birkenau, the separation of families upon arrival, and tracking shots over the belongings left behind by those who were gassed. These and other images are taken up by a number of subsequent American films, including George Stevens’s The Diary of Anne Frank (1959), Alan Pakula’s Sophie’s Choice (1982), and Steven Spielberg’s Schindler’s List (1993). Haltof discusses the unusual circumstances that surrounded the film's production on location at Auschwitz-Birkenau and summarizes critical debates surrounding the film’s release. The book offers much of interest to film historians and readers interested in the Holocaust.

The Last Stage

Louise Voss
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Author : Louise Voss
Publisher : Orenda Books
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2019-05-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781495655081

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A reclusive musician's hiding place is discovered, forcing her to confront her traumatic past ... and someone is seeking vengeance. A dark and riveting psychological thriller from number-one bestselling author Louise Voss 'Superb, like an episode of Midsomer Murders written by Gillian Flynn' Mark Edwards 'Such a great concept. Enthrallingly gripping – and those twists! A must read' Angela Clarke 'I've been a fan of Louise Voss for years and I honestly think The Last Stage is her best yet. A superb read' Cass Green ____________________ At the peak of her career as lead singer of a legendary 1980s indie band, Meredith Vincent was driven off the international stage by a horrific incident. Now living a quiet existence in a cottage on the grounds of an old stately home, she has put her past behind her and come to terms with her new life. When a body is found in the manicured gardens of her home, and a series of inexplicable and unsettling events begins to occur, it becomes clear that someone is watching, someone who knows who she is ... Someone who wants vengeance. And this is only the beginning... A dark, riveting and chilling psychological thriller, The Last Stage is also a study of secrets and obsessions, where innocent acts can have the most terrifying consequences. ____________________ 'The slow reveals and hints at the darkness to come make it impossible to put down' Sarah Pinborough 'Twists, turns and stabs you in the heart. It deserves to be huge' Martyn Waites 'An expert piece of contrivance' Publishers Weekly 'Brilliantly unsettling' Jane Casey 'Cleverly plotted and beautifully executed' Susi Holliday 'Ingeniously plotted and totally addictive' Paddy Magrane 'I was guessing right to the end' Katarina Diamond 'A compelling descent into darkness' Ed James 'A cracking page-turner that sucks you straight into the dark heart of human behaviour. I couldn't put it down!' Marnie Riches 'A tense, super-twisty, well-written page-turner ... Fab read' Amanda Jennings 'Poignant, clever and terrifically tense' William Shaw, author of The Birdwatcher 'A highly entertaining, thoroughly enjoyable and gripping read' LoveReading 'Gripping and twisty' Mel McGrath 'An expert piece of contrivance' Publishers Weekly 'Ingeniously plotted and totally addictive' Paddy Magrane

The Last Stage

Jim Cherry
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Author : Jim Cherry
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2005-08-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1462800289

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Michael Night is an aging professional student looking for a way out of a small town, and away from a loving girlfriend who increasingly wants more from him. And he's also a Doors fan with ambition. But he doesn't know how to act upon it, or even admit them to himself, until, inspired by friends who tell him he looks like Jim Morrison, and a chance meeting with Ray Manzarek he takes a chance on his dream and starts a Doors cover band. He sidetracks a band on their road to fame, and together they experience the exhilaration of being a Rock n' Roll band on tour, from the long hours, the agents, the travel, the groupies, record company executives and the growing ego of Michael Night, until they're offered the gig of their Rock n' Roll dreams. On the road Michael meets and falls in love with Caitlin Stewart, daughter of legendary guitarist Jerry Osprey, but she doesn't trust his motives, does he truly love her, or is she a career move for Michael? Or even a collectible? They're carried to the doors of stardom when the band plays in Los Angeles where Michael meets former child star Jimmy Stark who shows him the monster fame, celebrity and stardom can be, crashing studios and parties Michael assembles an entourage of has been's and wanna be's . Then Michael Night and the band meet their destines on the stage of the Whisky a-go-go! And when it's all over Michael Night is afforded the last stage he has.

The Last Stage Out

Bonnie Sprouse
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Author : Bonnie Sprouse
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 103 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2009-06-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781465324009

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It was such a peaceful town, but she had heard of the land disputes out here, all the way back to Philly. She also knew something that they didnt. She knew the railroad was going to go through the town and that the railroad had men they were sending ahead to buy up the property needed for the railroad. These men, without the railroads consent, would act like settlers or ranchers out looking for property to buy without letting anyone know why. These men were ruthless persuaders. They made their offer only once and youd better take it. She came out here to help the ranchers and farmers. She also knew there was one big rancher out here who had a 20 or 30 thousand acre spread that stood to lose the most, if these men got to him first. She knew he wasnt about to agree; he didnt get all that land by being pushed around. She had to find him first and fast. She also had a feeling the storm didnt have anything to do with the fire last night. It was just a way to cover up what really happened. Only now she had to find a way to prove it.

The Last Stage of Grief

Brian Bell
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Author : Brian Bell
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2001-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780595183531

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Ben Wardell is a sheltered, eighteen-year-old high school graduate and recent college drop-out—a tortured soul, old for his age, and like thousands of other young adults across America: a victim of this era. Hating his job, feeling bored, outside himself and out of touch with a seemingly indifferent world, he crosses over into another world—a world he sees as if for the first time through the eyes of a goddess; a beautiful, dark and mysterious young woman named Eve. Some deep truths begins to resonate inside Ben—about his life, about his past, and about his future—as he explores the hard-edge, pseudo-romantic world of dance clubs, after hours parties and drugs—he falls in love; possessed by and obsessed with Cora, a beautiful, promiscuous and elusive aspiring musician with twenty-four years of wisdom and secrets to share with him.

Last Stage to Hell Junction

Mickey Spillane,Max Allan Collins
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Author : Mickey Spillane,Max Allan Collins
Publisher : Kensington Books
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2019-06-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781496716781

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Last Stage to Hell Junction by Mickey Spillane,Max Allan Collins Pdf

Welcome to Hell In a bloody attack, ruthless outlaws hijack the morning stage from Trinidad, New Mexico. Not for gold or money, but for Denver banker Raymond Parker. Even more valuable to Sheriff Caleb York are the money man’s fellow passengers: York’s ex-flame, ranch owner Willa Cullen, and Rita Filley, the sensual owner of the Victory Saloon. Holding their captives at a hotel in the ghost town known as Hell Junction, the Hargrave gang demands a high ransom. Caleb must find a way to infiltrate the gang and rescue the hostages. Because Caleb York knows when you’re in Hell, justice takes no prisoners . . . “Spillane is a master in compelling you to always turn the next page.” —The New York Times “Spillane is a pioneer of tough-guy ethics.” —Washington Post “Collins displays his mastery of Spillane’s distinctive two-fisted prose.” —Publishers Weekly “No one can twist you through a maze with as much intensity and suspense as Max Allan Collins.” —Clive Cussler

Last Stage Manager Standing

Daniel B. Morgan
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Author : Daniel B. Morgan
Publisher : Page Publishing Inc
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2014-10-22
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781634170727

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Last Stage Manager Standing by Daniel B. Morgan Pdf

Television is one of the most significant and notable inventions of the Twentieth century. Over the years, people have seen an overabundance of glitz and glamour on television. Homo sapiens used to turn on televisions in their living rooms to enjoy their TV dinners while watching the early movie, now we are pulverized by news and fluff. But what is really going on behind the camera? Stage manager Daniel Morgan gives you his insight into how the production crew works together to run and direct

Last Stage to El Paso

William W. Johnstone,J.A. Johnstone
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Author : William W. Johnstone,J.A. Johnstone
Publisher : Pinnacle Books
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2021-12-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780786048977

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Last Stage to El Paso by William W. Johnstone,J.A. Johnstone Pdf

JOHNSTONE COUNTRY. WHERE LEGENDS DIE HARD. Riding shotgun, Red Ryan leads a doomed stagecoach of the damned on the longest, deadliest journey of his life . . . 5 PASSENGERS. 400 MILES. 1,000 WAYS TO DIE. According to local legend, the stagecoach known as the Gray Ghost is either haunted, cursed, or just plain unlucky. Each of its last three drivers and three more riding shotgun came to a violent, bloody end. And now it’s Red Ryan’s turn to guard five foolhardy passengers on the stage’s next—and possibly last—trip. The travelers are a small troupe of performers with dark histories of their own: a song-and-dance man with a drinking problem, a juggler with a secret, a knife thrower with a past, and a beautiful fan dancer who’s on the run from a one-eyed, vengeance-seeking outlaw . . . Red’s not the superstitious type. But with Apaches on the warpath with bloodlust—and a one-eyed cutthroat killer on his trail—this 400 mile journey is like something straight out of his worst nightmare. And all the roads lead straight to hell . . . Live Free. Read Hard.

Last Stage Manager Standing

Daniel B. Morgan
Last Stage Manager Standing Book PDF

Author : Daniel B. Morgan
Publisher : Page Publishing Inc
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2014-10-22
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781634170710

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Last Stage Manager Standing by Daniel B. Morgan Pdf

Television is one of the most significant and notable inventions of the Twentieth century. Over the years, people have seen an overabundance of glitz and glamour on television. Homo sapiens used to turn on televisions in their living rooms to enjoy their TV dinners while watching the early movie, now we are pulverized by news and fluff. But what is really going on behind the camera? Stage manager Daniel Morgan gives you his insight into how the production crew works together to run and direct a show. From the shadows of the set, he shares newsroom shenanigans, attempts to explain the producer’s indecisions, and offers up tasty vignettes of the talent’s foibles. Finally, Morgan reveals the true nature of broadcast television and how it works (sometimes). Last Stage Manager Standing exposes the trade secrets and the politics behind the television industry. Working with some of my colleagues that ran the show was like a typical day in One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest.

Denial: The Final Stage of Genocide?

John Cox,Amal Khoury,Sarah Minslow
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Author : John Cox,Amal Khoury,Sarah Minslow
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2021-09-21
Category : History
ISBN : 9781000437348

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Denial: The Final Stage of Genocide? by John Cox,Amal Khoury,Sarah Minslow Pdf

Genocide denial not only abuses history and insults the victims but paves the way for future atrocities. Yet few, if any, books have offered a comparative overview and analysis of this problem. Denial: The Final Stage of Genocide? is a resource for understanding and countering denial. Denial spans a broad geographic and thematic range in its explorations of varied forms of denial—which is embedded in each stage of genocide. Ranging far beyond the most well-known cases of denial, this book offers original, pathbreaking arguments and contributions regarding: competition over commemoration and public memory in Ukraine and elsewhere transitional justice in post-conflict societies; global violence against transgender people, which genocide scholars have not adequately confronted; music as a means to recapture history and combat denial; public education’s role in erasing Indigenous history and promoting settler-colonial ideology in the United States; "triumphalism" as a new variant of denial following the Bosnian Genocide; denial vis-à-vis Rwanda and neighboring Congo (DRC). With contributions from leading genocide experts as well as emerging scholars, this book will be of interest to scholars and students of history, genocide studies, anthropology, political science, international law, gender studies, and human rights.

Death

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
Death Book PDF

Author : Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780684839417

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Death by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Pdf

Offers various viewpoints on death and dying, including those of ministers, rabbis, doctors, nurses, and sociologists, along with personal accounts of those near death.

Neo-Colonialism

Kwame Nkrumah
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Author : Kwame Nkrumah
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2022-04-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 147172994X

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Neo-Colonialism by Kwame Nkrumah Pdf

This is the book which, when first published in 1965, caused such an uproar in the US State Department that a sharp note of protest was sent to Kwame Nkrumah and the $25million of American "aid" to Ghana was promptly cancelled.

Costly Performances

Bruce Smith
Costly Performances Book PDF

Author : Bruce Smith
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2000-10
Category : Dramatists, American
ISBN : 9780595137572

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Costly Performances by Bruce Smith Pdf

Memoir of the Last Days of productions on the World's Greatest playwright, Tennessee Williams.

Memoirs of the National Academy of Sciences

National Academy of Sciences (U.S.)
Memoirs of the National Academy of Sciences Book PDF

Author : National Academy of Sciences (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 694 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1895
Category : Science
ISBN : ONB:+Z316686107

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Memoirs of the National Academy of Sciences by National Academy of Sciences (U.S.) Pdf

Each volume comprises one or more monographs, many of which are issued also as separates.

A Quiet, Little Town

William W. Johnstone,J.A. Johnstone
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Author : William W. Johnstone,J.A. Johnstone
Publisher : Pinnacle Books
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-23
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780786044399

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A Quiet, Little Town by William W. Johnstone,J.A. Johnstone Pdf

JOHNSTONE COUNTRY. ONE WILD RIDE. Stagecoach guard Red Ryan has managed to survive every dirty, danger-filled trail in Texas. But this time, the journey is hell on four wheels. And the next stop could be his last . . . BIG TROUBLE IN A SMALL TOWN It starts with an unusual request: “On this trip there will be no cussing, no drinking, no gambling, and no loose women.” No problem. Or so Red Ryan thinks—until he meets the passengers. They include four holy and silent monks, one beautiful lady tutor, and a drunken, washed-up gunfighter. Even worse, they’re crossing the wild Texas hill country where bloodthirsty Apaches are on the loose and a mad-dog killer is on the prowl. But that can’t compare to what’s waiting for them at Fredericksburg. In this quiet little town, every man, woman, and monk will reveal their true colors. Green for greed. Yellow for cowardice. Black for pure unadulterated evil. Which leaves Red—gunning for his life . . . Live Free. Read Hard.