World Trade in Commodities


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Fairy-Tale Films Beyond Disney


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The fairy tale has become one of the dominant cultural forms and genres internationally, thanks in large part to its many manifestations on screen. Yet the history and relevance of the fairy-tale film have largely been neglected. In this follow-up to Jack Zipes’s award-winning book The Enchanted Screen (2011), Fairy-Tale Films Beyond Disney offers the first book-length multinational, multidisciplinary exploration of fairy-tale cinema. Bringing together twenty-three of the world’s top fairy-tale scholars to analyze the enormous scope of these films, Zipes and colleagues Pauline Greenhill and Kendra Magnus-Johnston present perspectives on film from every part of the globe, from Hayao Miyazaki’s Spirited Away, to Jan Švankmajer’s Alice, to the transnational adaptations of 1001 Nights and Hans Christian Andersen. Contributors explore filmic traditions in each area not only from their different cultural backgrounds, but from a range of academic fields, including criminal justice studies, education, film studies, folkloristics, gender studies, and literary studies. Fairy-Tale Films Beyond Disney offers readers an opportunity to explore the intersections, disparities, historical and national contexts of its subject, and to further appreciate what has become an undeniably global phenomenon.




A Beginners Guide to Writing


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Are you ready to embark on a thrilling journey into the world of storytelling? Look no further than "A Beginners Guide to Writing," a comprehensive guide that will unlock the secrets of crafting captivating tales across a spectrum of genres. Whether you aspire to write fiction, horror, fantasy, science fiction, romance, or historical fiction, this guide has got you covered. Written by a team of talented and experienced authors, this guide is a treasure trove of invaluable resources for aspiring authors and storytelling enthusiasts alike. Its pages are filled with expert tips, engaging writing exercises, and insightful advice that will help you develop your writing skills and bring your visions to life on the page. But that's not all. "A Beginners Guide to Writing" goes beyond the art of writing and delves into the world of publishing. With chapters dedicated to understanding the publishing industry, you'll gain a comprehensive grasp of the process. Learn the tips and tricks of editing and revision, explore the different types of editing services available, and discover effective marketing strategies to get your work noticed. Whether you're a complete novice or a budding wordsmith looking to enhance your skills, this guide is the perfect starting point for your writing journey. Unleash your creativity, hone your craft, and create a compelling story that captivates readers. Don't just dream of becoming a writer; make it a reality with "A Beginners Guide to Writing."




Billboard


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In its 114th year, Billboard remains the world's premier weekly music publication and a diverse digital, events, brand, content and data licensing platform. Billboard publishes the most trusted charts and offers unrivaled reporting about the latest music, video, gaming, media, digital and mobile entertainment issues and trends.




The Billboard


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A Resource Unit in Film


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Childhood Country


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A lonely boy's landscape encompasses the U. S. Middle West and California during the Great Depression 1930s through the World War II home front and late 1940s. Broken shards of youthful memory: rooming with strangers, moving from place to place with sudden frequency and continual uncertainty because of poverty and a mother's marital failures. Seen through a boy's eyes from six to sixteen, here are children and adults in the throes of financial hardship and tumultuous wartime: an empty house with deathly echoes, relatives swept into the cataclysm of war, a cousin gripped by suicidal grief, a family betrayed, and unexpected humor, friendship, hope and first love. He escapes into movies, comic books, adventurous imagination with fantasy excursions, and fascination with guns. Through it all is his mother, raised on dreams of a luxurious life but thwarted by doomed relationships as she searches for love and security when both are rationed or transient. He lives an adolescence not knowing who he is or where he belongs as events propel him toward the looming horizon of manhood.




Red Range: A Wild Western Adventure


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Set during the 19th century, and combining an unusual mix of racial unrest, odd ball characters, and strange happenings, Red Range is a unique take on “The Western.” During a Klan lynching, a mysterious rider appears, and proves to be a deadly shot! It is the Red Mask, a tough, lethal, black man who wisely keeps his identity concealed, especially while battling his enemies. Through a series of events, the Red Mask continues to thwart the violent and hateful actions of the Klan, while picking up an orphan along the way, and teaching him how to turn his hate into something more positive.




Video Source Book


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A guide to programs currently available on video in the areas of movies/entertainment, general interest/education, sports/recreation, fine arts, health/science, business/industry, children/juvenile, how-to/instruction.




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