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A major new history of how African nations, starting in the 1960s, sought to reclaim the art looted by Western colonial powers For decades, African nations have fought for the return of countless works of art stolen during the colonial era and placed in Western museums. In Africa’s Struggle for Its Art, Bénédicte Savoy brings to light this largely unknown but deeply important history. One of the world’s foremost experts on restitution and cultural heritage, Savoy investigates extensive, previously unpublished sources to reveal that the roots of the struggle extend much further back than prominent recent debates indicate, and that these efforts were covered up by myriad opponents.Shortly after 1960, when eighteen former colonies in Africa gained independence, a movement to pursue repatriation was spearheaded by African intellectual and political classes. Savoy looks at pivotal events, including the watershed speech delivered at the UN General Assembly by Zaire’s president, Mobutu Sese Seko, which started the debate regarding restitution of colonial-era assets and resulted in the first UN resolution on the subject. She examines how German museums tried to withhold information about their inventory and how the British Parliament failed to pass a proposed amendment to the British Museum Act, which protected the country's collections. Savoy concludes in the mid-1980s, when African nations enacted the first laws focusing on the protection of their cultural heritage.Making the case for why restitution is essential to any future relationship between African countries and the West, Africa’s Struggle for Its Art will shape conversations around these crucial issues for years to come. Autorid: Bénédicte Savoy, Susanne Meyer-Abich

Your favorite sheet music will come to life with the innovative Piano Play-Along series! With these book/CD collections, piano and keyboard players will be able to practice and perform with professional-sounding accompaniments. Containing eight cream-of-the-crop songs each, the books feature new engravings, with a separate vocal staff, plus guitar frames, so players and their friends can sing or strum along. The CDs feature two tracks for each tune: a full performance for listening, and a separate backing track that lets players take the lead on keyboard. The high-quality, sound-alike accompaniments exactly match the printed music. 8 songs, including: Arrival at Netherfield * Darcy's Letter * Dawn * Georgiana * Leaving Netherfield * The Living Sculptures of Pemberley * Meryton Townhall * The Secret Life of Daydreams. Autorid: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation

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The Portable Film School is a private tutorial from an instructor at one of the nation's most prestigious film schools. D.B. Gilles explains the fundamental skills and techniques of screenwriting and making a short film arming you with the two calling cards you'll need to break into Hollywood – without having spent the tuition or a minute in a classroom. Autorid: D B Gilles

Dive Into the Unconscious Mind with "Surrealism Coloring Book: A Dream-like Voyage Through Fantastic Landscapes and Creatures with Over 40 Illustrations Perfect for Relaxing"Unlock your imagination and immerse yourself in the fantastical world of Surrealism! This unique coloring book pays homage to the creative minds of André Breton, Salvador Dalí, René Magritte, Max Ernst, and Yves Tanguy, inviting you on a dream-like journey through stunning landscapes and otherworldly creatures.Why This Coloring Book is a Masterpiece:Inspired by the Greats: This isn't just a coloring book-it's a curated collection of artwork inspired by the leading figures of the Surrealistic movement. Relish in the visual lexicon of Dalí's self-portraits or Magritte's provocative illusions.Educational & Inspirational: Alongside each illustration, you'll find quotes and explanations that delve into the Surrealist Manifesto and the movement's groundbreaking ideas, providing context and depth to your coloring experience.Express Yourself:: With a diverse range of intricate designs, this book allows for limitless creativity and caters to all levels of artistic expertise.The Ideal Gift for Art Lovers: Whether someone is a fan of Surrealism or simply enjoys the meditative act of coloring, this book provides the best of both worlds.Quality & Individual Sheets: Ensuring an unparalleled coloring experience, each illustration is printed on its own high-quality, bleed-resistant sheet. Say goodbye to bleed-through and hello to crisp, vibrant art.Lose yourself in the whimsical landscapes and uncanny characters that populate this Surrealism-inspired coloring book. Add it to your cart today and embark on a coloring odyssey that defies logic and celebrates imagination

He&;s the anonymous Twitter sensation whose hilarious and unfailingly accurate barbs satirising and celebrating the theatre industry have won him a devoted following. His identity is the subject of feverish speculation in the media, fuelled by his regular appearances at West End opening nights in costume, wig and latex mask. He has become a genuine theatre impresario, launching talent competitions Search for a Twitter Star and its successor, Search for a Twitter Composer.And now, West End Producer is ready to share all he's learnt about how to get ahead in show business, in the form of a handy paperback book.Full of the wit and mischievous indiscretion that has gained him such a cult following, packed with gossip and insider knowledge of the theatre business, and containing enough savvy advice on acting to kickstart a career, West End Producer's book offers tips (both practical and deliciously impractical) on: Getting into drama school (learning how to sit in a circle) Auditioning (perfecting the 'staring vacantly out front' pose) Rehearsals techniques (including how to act in a serious play) The different kinds of actor (from sex pest to company idiot) Combating boredom (and avoiding backstage naughtiness) How to behave at first-night parties (obeying the traffic-light colour code) And, most importantly, the correct way to bow at the curtain callAlso included in the book are many of West End Producer&;s most memorable tweets, miniature comic salvos despatched with all the shrewdness of a man who truly knows his Barrowmans from his Balls."Prepare to be shocked, rocked and mocked in this genuinely laugh-out-loud-funny, lovingly crafted, meticulously researched, spookily insightful and accurately spelled guide to all things thespian." Michael Ball"Don&;t even consider putting your daughter on the stage, Mrs Worthington, until you&;ve first consulted this wonderful book." Paul O&;Grady A hugely entertaining, tremendously useful book for theatre practitioners and fans of celebrity gossip alike, penned by an anonymous impresario. Autorid: West End Producer

India, as the world's largest functional democracy and one of the fastest-growing economies, occupies a significant geopolitical position in global politics. With an unsettled border and cross border terrorism, India faces a broad spectrum of national security challenges. These challenges arise from both traditional and non-traditional threats and demand a comprehensive, multidimensional response to safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity.One of the most persistent traditional threats to India stems from its external environment. The country shares borders with several nations, including China and Pakistan, both nuclear weapon powers with which India has had long-standing territorial disputes. The annexation of Tibet by the People's Republic of China in 1950 had endangered India's national security by eliminating a buffer zone, as India had no border with China except through Tibet. Chinese policy of expansionism and the practice of terrorism as an instrument of state policy by Pakistan and the nexus between the two had largely impacted on India's national security.Internally, India grapples with insurgencies in certain regions. The Left Wing Extremism in central India, although weakened in recent years, still poses a challenge to internal security. In the northeastern states, the identity-based movements occasionally flare into violence, despite years of peace-building and economic development efforts. Non-traditional threats have also emerged as serious concerns. Cyber security has gained prominence due to India's increasing reliance on digital infrastructure, making it vulnerable to cyber-attacks from hostile state and non-state actors. Climate change, pandemics, and environmental degradation are factors that impact food, water, and health security. These issues, though less visible than military threats, have long-term implications for national stability.India has adopted a multipronged approach to address these threats. Militarily, India continues to modernize its defence forces, enhance border infrastructure, and strengthen strategic alliances with like-minded nations. On the internal front, the government has intensified intelligence operations, reformed counter-insurgency strategies, and invested in development initiatives to address the root causes of unrest.