Michael Clarke a consacré plus de trois décennies à la couverture de l'art et du design, s'établissant comme un observateur avisé du paysage des arts visuels. Son écriture offre des commentaires perspicaces sur les expositions majeures et les tendances émergentes. Les contributions de Clarke à diverses revues témoignent d'un engagement soutenu dans le discours artistique contemporain. Son travail se caractérise par une profonde compréhension et une attention constante au monde de l'art en évolution.
Michael Clarke was a street fighter, an angry, vicious kid. He grew up in the late sixties and early seventies in Manchester, England, and lived in a rough neighborhood where, he writes, Prostitutes worked the pavement opposite my home, illegal bookmakers took bets in backalley cellars, and street brawls were commonplace.
Exploring the lives of thirty-four British military commanders, this study highlights their personal narratives alongside their historical impact. From Queen Boudica to Bomber Harris, it delves into their roles as leaders, partners, and strategists over two millennia. The book contrasts renowned figures like King Alfred and Wellington with lesser-known commanders such as Lady Aethelflaid and Cuthbert Collingwood. Unique interviews with contemporary commanders provide insights into the enduring principles of leadership and the evolving nature of warfare in the twenty-first century.
Britain is facing big security challenges in the 2020s. The decade to come will not be as favourable as the two past decades. For a country as 'globalised' as Britain, security challenges cover a wide spectrum - from terrorism, international crime and cyber attack through to the prospects of war in its own continent or even, again, for its own survival. Brexit has entered these equations and turned them into a political tipping point, from which there is no hiding and no turning back.Tipping Point looks at the immediate and long-term security challenges Britain faces - from security and foreign policy to the crisis of liberal democracy - as well as Britain's security capabilities.
Featuring the work of Charles Daubigny, and published to accompany a touring exhibition at the Taft Museum of Art, Cincinnati, USA from 19 February to 26 May 2016; the Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh from 25 June to 2 October 2016 and the Van Gogh Museum from 21 October 2016 to 29 January 2017.
Over 1,900 entries provide succinct and accessible explanations of a variety of terms used in art, covering materials, techniques, styles, and periods. From abstract expressionism to Renaissance, batik to zincograph, this dictionary will help you navigate the wide variety of terms used in the art world.
The book critiques the concept of choice in modern society, exploring its empowering yet overwhelming nature. The author examines whether an abundance of choices truly enhances our lives or instead creates burdens, challenging the common belief that more options are inherently beneficial. Through a concise and engaging analysis, it prompts readers to reconsider the implications of choice in personal and policy contexts.
Join Ellie and Lump - two toddler elephants - on their very busy (very noisy) day! In this big-hearted and bouncy read-aloud story about a special day in the life of two adorable elephants, Ellie and Lump are bubbling with energy from the moment they wake up - they're just ready to explode! There's a lot to do: boing-boing-bouncing on beds, split-splatting eggs for breakfast, whizz-whooshing around on supermarket trollies and blowing up balloons. They're planning a big birthday surprise ... but who is it for? Illustrator Becky Palmer captures the joy and excitement of a day out with mum and the thrills of planning a party, while the read-aloud text with wonderfully rhythmical sound effects makes this a fizzy first reading experience perfect for sharing with toddlers. With its surprise party finale, will be a brilliant birthday gift purchase for pre-schoolers! Full of rhythm and read-aloud sound effects, this first reading experience has all the bounce and cheer of Helen Oxenbury's classic baby board books, and encourages little ones to join in. A debut to our list from the 2013 Sebastian Walker prize winner Becky Palmer, whose illustrations are full of charm and joy.
This book provides strategies for teachers and parents to teach life skills to autistic girls aged 11 to 15, and offers ways to support their wellbeing and boost their self-esteem. Includes advice on communication, mental health, self-regulation, transitions and personal safety.