The Orpheus Project

Author : Valerie Sinason
Publisher : Aeon Books
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2022-11-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781912573745

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The Orpheus Project by Valerie Sinason Pdf

It's Christmas Eve, and a young woman with Down's syndrome has just disclosed abuse by two men. The problem is she is a member of the British aristocracy and the men she accuses are a top politician and a rock star. How does a national health team struggle with the situation of alleged abuse by the elite and super rich? Despite a traitor in their midst, the team uncovers the appalling reality of the abusive international cult known as The Orpheus Project with its mysterious American spokesperson and powerful connections. This is the world of conspiracy theories; the Orpheus Project and the secret society that surrounds it seek to offer a form of immortality through deliberately installed dissociative disorders.At the core of this powerful novel is the story of a mother and daughter who find a way of reuniting, and the longterm consequences of childhood trauma.

Author : The Getty Conservation Institute
Publisher : Getty Publications
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1991-09-05
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780892361885

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The Conservation of the Orpheus Mosaic at Paphos, Cyprus by The Getty Conservation Institute Pdf

In 1988 the GCI and the Department of Antiquities of Cyprus agreed to conserve an important floor mosaic excavated in 1984–1985 in Paphos, Cyprus. The mosaic, which depicts Orpheus and the Beasts together in a single panel, is representative of an iconographic tradition common throughout the Mediterranean Basin. It is unusual, however, in that Orpheus is shown with his arm outstretched, and is further distinguished by an inscription naming the person who commissioned the work, a feature not present in any other Roman mosaic in Cyprus. Although the mosaic was in generally good condition when excavated, root damage had dislodged much of the tessellatum from its setting-bed and also had created several large lacunae. Subsidence caused by partial support of the mosaic on an underlying wall became more pronounced after excavation, and cracking appeared. For this reason, the mosaic was lifted, provided with a new support, and replaced in situ. The decision was made to lift the tesellatum by rolling it onto a drum rather than by cutting it into smaller sections, respecting the single pictorial composition of the work. The project included training in this relatively unusual technique for conservators from the region. The Conservation of the Orpheus Mosaic at Paphos, Cyprus, chronicles each element of the project, including the evaluation, documentation, detachment, reinstallation, and cleaning of the mosaic. It includes a clearly illustrated, step-by-step discussion of the procedures used to roll the mosaic and to install its new support system of fiberglass and aluminum. Environmental monitoring, analysis of tesserae samples, and the development and evaluation of a protective shelter are also covered, along with historical and iconographic material on this remarkable mosaic.

Author : Guillaume Apollinaire
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2011-04-01
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9781421401560

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The Bestiary, or Procession of Orpheus by Guillaume Apollinaire Pdf

First Place, Large Not-for-Profit Publisher, Typographic Text, 2011 Washington Book Publishers Design and Effectiveness Awards Guillaume Apollinaire’s first book of poems has charmed readers with its brief celebrations of animals, birds, fish, insects, and the mythical poet Orpheus since it was first published in 1911. Though Apollinaire would go on to longer and more ambitious work, his Bestiary reveals key elements of his later poetry, among them surprising images, wit, formal mastery, and wry irony. X. J. Kennedy’s fresh translation follows Apollinaire in casting the poems into rhymed stanzas, suggesting music and sudden closures while remaining faithful to their sense. Kennedy provides the English alongside the original French, inviting readers to compare the two and appreciate the fidelity of the former to the latter. He includes a critical and historical essay that relates the Bestiary to its sources in medieval “creature books,” provides a brief biography and summation of the troubled circumstances surrounding the book’s initial publication, and places the poems in the context of Apollinaire’s work as a poet and as a champion of avant garde art. This short introduction to the work of an essentially modern writer includes four curious poems apparently suppressed from the first edition and reprints of the Raoul Dufy woodcuts published in the 1911 edition.

Author : Jonathan Cross
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 205 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2017-07-05
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781351564120

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Harrison Birtwistle: The Mask of Orpheus by Jonathan Cross Pdf

Hailed at its premiere at the London Coliseum in 1986 as the most important musical and theatrical event of the decade, The Mask of Orpheus is undoubtedly a key work in Harrison Birtwistle's output. His subsequent stage and concert pieces demand to be evaluated in its light. Increasingly, it is also viewed as a key work in the development of opera since the Second World War, a work that pushed at the boundaries of what was possible in lyrical theatre. In its imaginative fusion of music, song, drama, myth, mime and electronics, it has become a beacon for many younger composers, and the object of wide critical attention. Jonathan Cross begins his detailed study of this 'lyric tragedy' by placing it in the wider context of the reception of the Orpheus myth. In particular, the significance of Orpheus for the twentieth century is discussed, and this provides the backdrop for an examination of Birtwistle's preoccupation with the story in a variety of works across his creative life. The sources and genesis of The Mask of Orpheus are explored. This is followed by a close reading of the work's three acts, analysing their structure and meaning, investigating the relationship between music, text and drama, drawing on Zinovieff's textual drafts and Birtwistle's compositional sketches. The book concludes by suggesting a range of contexts within which The Mask of Orpheus might be understood. Its central themes of time, memory and identity, loss, mourning and melancholy, touch a deep sensibility in late-modern society and culture. Interviews with the librettist and composer round off this important study.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1236 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1957-07
Category : Aeronautics
ISBN : STANFORD:36105010102759

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Aeroplane and Commercial Aviation News by Anonim Pdf

Author : Daniel H. Gower
Publisher : Dell
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0440211433

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Orpheus Process by Daniel H. Gower Pdf

In a university lab is living proof of Dr. Orville Hammond's long-awaited mastery over death: a previously dead monkey who swims in a tank of violet fluid. But the murder of Dr. Hammond's daughter sends him over the boundaries of reason. His daughter will rise again--but she will not come back quite the same.

Author : Nick Jans
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780547858197

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A Wolf Called Romeo by Nick Jans Pdf

A Wolf Called Romeo is the remarkable story of a wolf who returned again and again to interact with the people and dogs of Juneau, living on the edges of their community, engaging in an improbable, awe-inspiring interspecies dance and bringing the wild into sharp focus. At first the people of Juneau were guarded, torn between shoot first, ask questions later instincts and curiosity. But as Romeo began to tag along with cross-country skiers on their daily jaunts, play fetch with local dogs, or simply lie near Nick and nap under the sun, they came to accept Romeo, and he them. For Nick it was about trying to understand Romeo, then it was about winning his trust, and ultimately it was about watching over him, for as long as he or anyone could.

Author : B. Michael Aucoin
Publisher : Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2007-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781523095995

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Right-Brain Project Management by B. Michael Aucoin Pdf

Right-Brain Project Management: A Complementary Approach looks at contemporary project management from a fresh perspective, exploring “right-brain" approaches that are intuitive and capitalize on natural human thinking and activity. Coupled with the logical and formal, or “left-brain," methodology associated with conventional project management, facilitation of right-brain functions offers a good range of techniques for project success. Presenting extensive research and the experiences of project managers who use right-brain approaches successfully, this book sheds a unique and hopeful light on conquering the challenges of contemporary projects. In this valuable resource, you will: •Explore the current landscape of project management, which highlights contemporary projects that are complex and aggressive •Examine topics that address how people grow and develop patterns of thinking and attitudes that have a profound effect on the management of projects •Consider what truly motivates people to get out of bed and right to their projects •Evaluate the profound changes that take place on projects and how to navigate those changes •Discover the seven principles of right-brain project management, founded on the powerful and rich processing capabilities of the right brain Learn how the successful project manager can become a whole-brain project manager by enlisting resources from both the right and the left sides, and how to further enhance project management by incorporating innovation and flexibility.

Author : Kenneth McLeish
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2016-07-06
Category : Drama
ISBN : 9781783192809

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Orpheus by Kenneth McLeish Pdf

A 21st Century interpretation of the ancient myth of Orpheus written in the lyrical style of Greek tragedy. Commissioned by the Actors Touring Company, Orpheus opened with shows Ireland and in Greece and was followed by a full UK tour in 1997.

Author : Politis, Dionysios
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 490 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2008-04-30
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781599047614

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E-Learning Methodologies and Computer Applications in Archaeology by Politis, Dionysios Pdf

Tools of data comparison and analysis are critical in the field of archaeology, and the integration of technological advancements such as geographic information systems, intelligent systems, and virtual reality reconstructions with the teaching of archaeology is crucial to the effective utilization of resources in the field. E-Learning Methodologies and Computer Applications in Archaeology presents innovative instructional approaches for archaeological e-learning based on networked technologies, providing researchers, scholars, and professionals a comprehensive global perspective on the resources, development, application, and implications of information communication technology in multimedia-based educational products and services in archaeology.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1748 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1957
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UOM:39015051405812

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Hearings by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 2146 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1957
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UOM:35112104237575

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Hearings by United States. Congress. House Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1528 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1957
Category : Mutual security program, 1951-
ISBN : LOC:00184219359

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Mutual Security Act of 1957 by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs Pdf

Author : David Beard,Kenneth Gloag,Nicholas Jones
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2015-04-09
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781107093744

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Harrison Birtwistle Studies by David Beard,Kenneth Gloag,Nicholas Jones Pdf

This collection represents current research on Birtwistle's music, reflecting the diversity of his work through a wide range of perspectives.

Author : Sharyn McCrumb
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2013-03-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781250022684

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The Ballad of Frankie Silver by Sharyn McCrumb Pdf

The New York Times Bestseller Set in the Appalachian wilderness and blending legends and folklore with high suspense, this stellar novel, The Ballad of Frankie Silver, is considered one of McCrumb's crowning achievements. In 1833 Frankie Silver was an eighteen-year-old girl convicted of murder in Burke County, North Carolina. Through a detailed investigation, the local sheriff, and soon all the townsfolk, discover reason to question her guilt---but the wheels of justice were mercilessly unstoppable, and she was hanged. Now, more than a century later, another woman is convicted of murder in the lush hills of Tennessee. Her life is in the hands of Spencer Arrowood, a man who begins to discover that the convictions of these two women have deep and haunting parallels. Although Frankie's fate cannot be changed, there is still time to alter the fate of another innocent woman. In a voice that could only be Sharyn McCrumb's, the worlds of these two murders, these two women, intersect in this densely plotted and lyrical novel—and characters, generations, and history are breathlessly painted against an Appalachian canvas.