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Edward Sherriff Curtis spent more than forty years photographing and documenting the Native peoples of North America, taking more than 40,000 photographs and amassing a staggering archive of documentary material about North American tribes and social groups. While many books have explored the artistic value of the images he created, The Many Faces of Edward Sherriff Curtis assesses his contributions to the field of anthropology.
Curtis began documenting the Native peoples of North America in 1889. By this time, the U.S. government had pushed most Native Americans onto reservations and seemed determined to destroy their cultures and social organizations by forcibly removing their children to government boarding schools, by depriving them of the right to speak their languages and practice their religions, and by carving up tribal lands into ever smaller portions and giving away sizable pieces to non-Natives. Curtis believed that his generation might be the last to see and hear these Native people in the flesh.
Scholars Steadman Upham and Nat Zappia examine eighty of Curtis's portraits within three contexts: the Native American in U.S. history, the history of Native peoples worldwide during the same period, and the individual subjects, whose portraits are arranged from youngest to oldest. Within the larger arena of U.S. and world history, the gravity, determination, humor, and dignity of Curtis's portraits become vitally clear. The people he photographed were, in many cases, suffering degradation and hardship, but their faces speak of purpose and hope. More than seventy years after Curtis created his last photograph, these portraits speak not of the "vanishing Indian" he believed he was documenting for posterity but of the resilience of entire nations, which persist and even thrive in difficult circumstances.
The Many Faces of Edward Sherriff Curtis is a book for our time. Its clear assessment of the past, its striving to bring forth images and words too long out of the public eye, and its message of endurance bespeak the future of Native peoples worldwide.
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the photographs' place as cultural and historical record.......2007-02-15
Photographs by Edward Curtis of faces of Native Americans of both sexes and all ages are used to enter into and round out a consideration of the nature and course of the Indian culture in different respects. Curtis's photographs are so accomplished, impressive mostly in a iconographic way, and often evocative that they usually call for little related text. The majority of photographs in this volume could be appreciated standing alone; and many will find them unfamiliar as they are close-ups of faces rather than Curtis's more familiar tableaus of scenes or small posed groups. But in this work, the more intimate photographs of the faces appropriately tie in with many vignettes on individual Native Americans illustrating the traditional way of life and how the respective individuals were affected by changes from American westward exploration and settlement. Other sections of text go over Curtis's photographic project and the worldwide impact of European settlement and colonization on indigenous peoples as a context for the stories of the individual Native Americans. The approach adds greater depth to Curtis's photographic opus while making the point that the photographs also provide to some degree an anthropological record of a dying way of life, a value Curtis was not much aware of when taking the numerous pictures mostly in the latter 1800s and which is generally little-recognized even today.
An Intelligent, Beautiful Book.......2006-11-11
Upham and Zappia have paired a haunting group of Native American photographic portraits by Curtis with a selection of Native stories that Curtis collected. The authors' introductory chapters reveal the broad range of their research, which they present concisely, to provide a thoughtful historical context for the primary materials. The Gilcrease Museum of Tulsa, in association with the Washington State University Press, has produced a book that is not only intelligent; but the symphony of brown tones in the prints throughout make it coffee-table beautiful.
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Wisdom of Native American Elders.......2004-06-07
This is a WONDERFUL collection of the real life stories of thirty elders from nineteen North American tribes. They are inspirations for us all. It has my HIGHEST recommendation--read this book, it will touch your heart and soul!
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- Excellent!
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Albemarle: A Story of Landscape and American Identity
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In 'Albemarle,' photographer Robert Llewellyn and writer Avery Chenoweth explore how the landscape of Albemarle County, where the Virginia piedmont meets the Blue Ridge Mountains, and its people have helped create an American sense of identity.
Complemented by Llewellyn's luxurious color photography, the narrative rolls back 15,000 years to the first signs of human habitation, continues through the Colonial period, and arrives in the modern era. The story traces the evolving culture of landscape as it has been played out in the lives of historic figures, from the Monacans to the Moderns, Thomas Jefferson to Lady Bird Johnson, Edgar Allan Poe to Teddy Roosevelt. With a sweeping view of aesthetics, spirituality, religion, and history, the book itself is a work of art, essential reading, and viewing, for anyone who has lived in, or been inspired by, the landscape of Albemarle County.
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Book Production Flawed.......2006-11-06
Nothing wrong with the content of the book but for a coffee table book, this one from Amazon had several flaws. Yes the cost was less than buying at the bookstore but the bookstore copy probably wouldn't have wrinkled pages and pages still stuck together with the edges uncut. Really shoddy quality.
Better than the Real Thing.......2004-08-24
As a teenager, I spent years wandering around the Albemarle County countryside. Not literally wandering for the whole year, but a still lot of time in all seasons. More than 10 years later I've still yet to see everything, as Albemarle is rather like a small European country. Small but remarkably varied with pockets of unique 'kingdoms' hidden all around.
Anyway, in all those days of wandering through fields of llamas, being chased by farmed buffalo and generally getting lost in the woods at all hours, Albemarle County never looked this good. It is remarkable how truly picturesque this place becomes through the lens and pen of the photographer and the author. Much better than the real thing.
If you are interested in Albemarle, you don't need to come here and see it yourself. Stay at home and read this book instead.
Kudos from a former resident of Charlottesville.......2004-05-26
Don't be deceived by the physical dimensions of Albemarle and beautiful photos it contains. This is more than just a coffee table book, thanks to Wingtips author Avery Chenoweth's elevating prose. The book will manage to trigger the sensory memories of anyone who has ever spent any time Charlottesville.
Excellent!.......2003-12-04
This is a fabulous book for anyone who lives in, has ever visited, or has ever even thought of visiting Albemarle County, V.A. The history is extremely well written, and the photographs are out-of-this-world beautiful! I highly recommend it!
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The sinking of the Titanicand Great Sea Disasters is an exciting collection of first-hand stories describing the catastrophe of Titanic's maiden voyage as told by its survivors shortly after the ship sank. Origonally written and published in 1912, Logan Marshall's book was the first attempt to solve the mystery of the accident and relieve the heartache which it stirred internationally. Marshall narrates the personal stories of Titanic's passangers before, during and after the sinking of the ill-fated ship.
This book takes us all back, to understand the emotions of our ancesters from a not-so-comfortable distance. Listen to the voices of real passangers tell their own stories.
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Comparing book with the Memorial Edition of 1912.......2002-11-15
I find the reviews and the editor of the corrent listed book "Sinking of the Titanic Thrilling Stories Told by Survivors" interesting. My own copy is Blue Cloth with the same type of picture on the cover only the ship is going in the direction of the spine.
My copy is called: MEMORIAL EDITION SINKING OF THE TITANIC THRILLING STORIES TOLD BY SURVIVORS and story authored by Jay Henry Mowbray, Ph.D..,LL.D. and published by The Mintor Company, Harrisburg, Pa. Entered According to Act of Congress in the year 1912, by Geo. W. Burton, The Office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington D.C., U.S.A.
This is a very interesting likeness to my own copy and if it is as interesting to read, is excellent study of human nature.
Parent's Copy.......2002-10-31
My father, before retiring, was an insurance saleman. Sometime in the early '60's, (I am now 48), a customer gave him what was an original hard-copy edition of this book (published in 1912). Although the cover isn't in the greatest shape, it is still usable. It was this book and the early '50's movie, Titanic, with Barbara Stanwick and Clifton Webb, that started a 40 some year interest in the events surrounding the Titanic, before, during and after her sinking. My interest has at least remained the same or increased.
I find that the book has many interesting black & white pictures and towards the end lists other sea disasters up until that time.
It also has a some information on the investigation of the sinking in it.
If for no other reason, the fact that it came out the same year as the sinking is worthy of interest.
Before the original.......2000-03-11
I have recently come across an "Advance Copy" of Logan Marshall's original book "The Sinking Of The Titanic And Great Sea Disasters". This is before the original was completed. It also contains complete bulk order sheets in the back of the book. The book states that the material in the book may be corrected or revised in completed book. I would appreciate any info that anyone could send me on this book, I cannot seem to find out anything about it. If anyone has any info. Please email me at rickcrispen@hotmail.com Thank You!
Very Enteresting.......2000-01-15
I have the original printing in good shape.Would be interested in knowing its value. I couldn't put the book down when I read it. I especially liked the survivor stories.
The Sinking of the Titanic and great sea disasters.......1999-12-04
I have the original"Sinking of The Titanic and other great sea disasters" written by Logan Marshall. Copywrite 1912. Can you please inform me of possibly the value or importance of my book. Im 15 years old and recieved this book as a christmas gift. I would greatly appreciate your help in return. Please let me know any information you may have at my E-mail adress: snowbunny687@icqmail.com. Thanking you in advance Truly, Tina
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- The Best wildlife photography book
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- A visit with these indredible photographers!
- Beautiful Design - - Noteworthy pictures
- Breathtaking, awesome, beautiful
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Images of the Wild: Photography and Stories
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The Best wildlife photography book.......2000-05-02
I have bought & borrowed many wildlife books and out of all of them this is the best one I have ever seen. The photography is excellent, and the colors are so vibrant they make you fell as if you are watching the animals live.
All kinds of different animals are featured in this fascinating book. A turtle is shown with a mosquito on its nose and a baby dear is pictured while it sleeps. A squirrel eats a dandelion stem & mice gather around an ear of corn.
Other images show egrets fighting in mid air & butterflies resting on a flower. You will even find adorable baby bears caught climbing a tree. There also is a gorgeous field of sunflowers & a single elegant water lily floating in a pond.
You get a glimpse at the northern lights & snowcapped mountains against a brilliant blue sky as well. The index in the back is a great bonus; it lists each plate, the location it was taken at & the photographic settings that were used.
Super Book !.......1998-11-03
This book is a great example of how tame and captive animals can be photographed and passed off as wild. The color reproduction of this book is unmatchable, as is the sharpness of the pictures. Although it may be difficult to identify the computer manipulated from those which have not been tampered with, the everyday nature enthusiast will find this book a good add for the coffee table. Good luck finding these animals in the wild!
A visit with these indredible photographers!.......1998-09-06
I had the opportunity to participate in an interview with Carl Sams and Jean Stoick at their home studios here in Michigan. We (Michigan Magazine Television) were amazed at the time and dedication that went into producing such a fine publication as Images of The Wild. The startling impact this collection has in photographic detail and wonderful stories along many of the photos makes it MUCH more than a mere "coffee table" release. The time and engergy this photographic team take in becoming part of the enviroment of each of thier subjects, to gain the animal's trust, before taking the opportunities to capture their image is a story in it's self. Their dedication and patient persistance along with an undeniable kinship with "Lady Luck" makes for pure "eye" candy.
Beautiful Design - - Noteworthy pictures.......1998-08-08
Although one may question if these images are "wild", the layout and quality of this book will be difficult to beat. It is apparent that the publisher has assembled a first class book with the highest quality photographs to be found. If you are looking for true, unmanipulated wildlife photography, there may be better choices. However if a colorful coffee table book with lots of stories is what you are after, this is the book for you.
Breathtaking, awesome, beautiful.......1998-07-01
This book is the most beautiful wildlife book I have ever seen. Each picture comes to life. I have given this book to five members of my family or friends and each has commented on how wonderful it is and how much they have enjoyed it. This book is certainly worth owning!!!!!!!
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As many visitors to Ocracoke will attest, the island's vibrant dialect is one of its most distinctive cultural features. In Hoi Toide on the Outer Banks, Walt Wolfram and Natalie Schilling-Estes present a fascinating account of the Ocracoke brogue. They trace its development, identify the elements of pronunciation, vocabulary, and syntax that make it unique, and even provide a glossary and quiz to enhance the reader's knowledge of 'Ocracokisms.' In the process, they offer an intriguing look at the role language plays in a culture's efforts to define and maintain itself.
But Hoi Toide on the Outer Banks is more than a linguistic study. Based on extensive interviews with more than seventy Ocracoke residents of all ages and illustrated with captivating photographs by Ann Ehringhaus and Herman Lankford, the book offers valuable insight on what makes Ocracoke special. In short, by tracing the history of island speech, the authors succeed in opening a window on the history of the islanders themselves.
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Hoi marks for Hoi Toide.......2007-02-10
This is a lively and entertaining look into how language evolves among isolated populations. The authors trace the roots of Ocracoker English through early ports of entry to this country from England and Ireland. But they also note that the Ocracoke brogue has evolved separately from mainland English, and indeed from other, closely related dialects.
Sadly, the authors also reflect on the fact that the brogue is disappearing under the onslaught of tourists flocking to Ocracoke Island.
Proper English from the Outer Banks.......2001-08-27
I found it extremely interesting that what some people believe is "bad" English, actually has roots in "olde" English. The Authors take a look at the isolated language of NC's Outer Banks and trace it back to it's roots.
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Like my personal biographer..........2006-05-18
Somebody finally put in words how I have felt every football season since I was 7, as a (sometimes sickly twisted) Miami Dolphins fan.
This is a quick, light read that explains how fans of one of pro sports' winningest franchises can somehow feel miserable all the time. In a nutshell, we're like Charlie Brown, eternally believing that somehow, this time, Lucy won't pull the ball away just as he's about to kick it.
Now, coincidentally, the author grew up ten miles from me (I did not know this ahead of time), and he's almost my exact age. So, many of the childhood experiences Mr. Libero describes particularly struck a chord with me.
However, this is only a small reason that I enjoyed this book tremendously. It's cleverly laid out. The author moves back and forth between a game-by-game description of the Dolphins' heartbreaking 2002 season (from a diehard, wall-punching fan's perspective), and a sort of autobiographical slant on memorable moments in Dolphins history.
I found myself regularly identifying with particular memories of cruel games from the past (the king of these being 41-38 playoff loss to SD in overtime- "the Kellen Winslow game"). Of course, there are many, many others. Younger fans will recall the "Miracle at the Meadowlands" debacle on Monday Night Football versus the dispicable Jets.
If you're a Dolphins fan, especially of an age where you remember the 70's and 80's, you will LOVE this book. But, make no mistake, this is a book about being in love with a sports team, and the anguish that you sign up for. As such, any fan would enjoy this book.
Incredible book.......2006-02-22
I am a HUGE Dolphins fan, I can name every player, and I aboslutely loved this book. It really captured what it's like to be a Dolphins fan, something I know alot about! So buy this book, it rules!
GO DOLPHINS!
Great read and funny too!.......2006-02-11
This book is well written and entertaining whether you are a dolphin's fan or not. I love the stories especially about how the helmit did not fit. Check it out, you may learn something.
Very entertaining, informative read.......2006-02-03
Don't let the title fool you, you don't need to be a Dolphan to enjoy this book. As a non-Dolphins fan, I read this book in the hopes of learning something new. As a sports fan we all feel our teams have been slighted or have the worst luck in the league. But after reading Libero's accounts of the Fish's past, it just proves that winning a major sports title, especially with the one and done nature of the NFL, takes a huge amount of luck. Even more so than talent. This book is well written and a very good read. I highly recommend it, even as a Bears fan.
Better Things to Read.......2006-02-03
Vulgar and profane. Skip this, unless you enjoy the language and humor of the elementary school boys bathroom.
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For those who find learning a new language daunting, the Teach Yourself Beginner's Language Series is just what the language teacher ordered. Each friendly and practical course introduces the new language without overwhelming the learner and includes:
- Lively dialogues and exercises
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- Fascinating language and cultural information
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Customer Reviews:
Excellent resource!.......2007-05-15
After dabbling in several TY language sets, Beginner's Turkish is the most organized and easy to use set I've seen to date.
I've only had the set a couple of days but am starting to get the dialogues down for Lesson 1.
Not only are the dialogues clear and manageable, but the test at the end of the chapter helps you identify areas that need work before progressing to the next lesson.
Learn Turkish.......2006-11-04
Excellent, loved it. The pronunciation was perfect. Most common responce, "Where the hell did you learn Turkish!?" On a CD I'd say. They'd look at me like I was putting them on.
Suggestion - iTunes is great for learning a language off CD. The lessons appear as individual songs, simply keep clicking on the song progress meter in the same place to keep playing the same 5 second bit over and over. Turkish is supposedly really hard to learn, with this repetition I got it pretty quick.
Merhaba!
Start Here.......2005-11-04
It is a shame that this very fine product should have its rating reduced because of an errant review by a person who didn't receive the book. This book/CD package is a lot of fun. It's very clear and straightforward, and takes you through Turkish in 10 lessons. The lessons build on previous material, and the situations presented are very useful. The audio is well recorded on the CD, there is no hiss, and the speakers don't go at lightning rate. Once you get accustomed to Turkish pronounciation, the audio is a big help even without the book.
If there is one criticism, is that some vocabulary is introduced in conversation before being fully explained. That can be remedied by checking the glossary or the translation in the back of the book. More awkward is that some grammatical constructions are employed without any introduction at all. For example, you learn the word for "breakfast" (kahvalti - with the short "i") and in the next sentence it becomes "kahvaltisi" or "kahvaltida." It's not that these suffixes are difficult to learn, just that they should give you a heads up on them first. But they do eventually explain these points of grammar, you just have to remain patient it will become clear eventually.
Definitely start with this program, then move on to either the full Teach Yourself Turkish, or the Elementary Turkish by Thomas. Hugo "Turkish in 3 Months" is the best choice to folow with, but it is out of print and difficult to find. If you can find the Hugo with audio, grab it. Otherwise the other choices are the next best thing. Tesekkurler!
Not for beginners........2005-10-04
Without the book this cd is difficult if not impossible to learn from. It does not walk you through easily. I should have been notified that the book was essential to use with the cd.
Excellent.......2004-06-09
The authors have made an easy and excellent course, both didactically and in content. The Beginner's Turkish brings you many everyday dialogues and useful vocabulary which are supported by numerous question-answer exercises to reinforce the learned material and control your understanding of the dialogues. It can be regarded as a complete course for tourists as all (most) typical situations are well covered.
The two CDs are the key to understand spoken Turkish in real conversation. The stress is on communication and grammar is introduced without noticing it. The Beginner's Turkish prepares you gradually to follow with ease the next level (Teach Yourself Turkish) which is also for beginners, but contains more complex grammar and dialogues.
The Beginner's Turkish is also appropriate for advanced learners of Turkish (my case) since the material it presents is both up-to-date and practical (cultural manners and customs) which as a whole make you feel at home when speaking with Turkish people. Knowing the language opens many doors, but most important is to understand the people.
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