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Paramahansa Yogananda As I Knew Him: Experiences, Observations, And Reflections of a Disciple
Roy Eugene Davis Manufacturer: CSA Press (GA) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0877072930 |
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It is rare that a direct disciple of a master of yoga shares an intimate account of that relationship and describes the psychological and spiritual transformations that can occur. In this informative book the reader is introduced to a realm of experience and knowledge that is not ordinarily accessible.
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The Man Who Knew the Medicine: The Teachings of Bill Eagle Feather
Henry Niese Manufacturer: Bear & Company ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1879181983 Release Date: 2002-10-01 |
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The teachings of Bill Eagle Feather, Sun Dance chief and medicine man of the Rosebud Sioux, as told by his apprentice.
⢠Reveals personal accounts of important Native American rituals such as the yuwipi and the sun dance.
⢠Includes stories and teachings from the last years of Bill Eagle Feather's life.
Lakota medicine man Bill Schweigman Eagle Feather gained widespread recognition as an uncompromising spiritual leader in the 1960s when he defied a U.S. government ban on Indian religious practice and performed the Sun Dance ritual with public piercing. He continued on as Sun Dance chief and teacher of the Lakota way of life until his death in 1980.Â
Author Henry Niese met Bill Eagle Feather during a sweatlodge ceremony preceding a Sun Dance on the Rosebud Sioux Reservation in 1975. That was the beginning of the relationship between student and teacher that is captured with humor and respect in The Man Who Knew the Medicine. Niese brings readers along on his journey from outsider to initiate to elder, a transformation guided by Bill Eagle Feather. He describes sacred traditions such as the sweatlodge, the yuwipi, and the powerful Sioux Sun Dance, which Niese participated in for 16 years on the Rosebud reservation. His firsthand accounts provide a portal into a sacred reality as well as insight into the struggles of the Indian community to perpetuate its values and religious truths in the context of contemporary America. Above all, The Man Who Knew the Medicine offers the opportunity to experience the unique personality of a fascinating individual and respected healer through the eyes of a friend and a student.
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I am different now..........2006-07-29
Eagle Feather's Explanation.......2004-04-01
An invaluable contribution to Alternative Medicine.......2003-01-04
All My Relations!.......2002-12-07
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Selvakumar Knew Better
Virginia L. Kroll Manufacturer: Shen's Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 1885008295 |
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Tsunami! Run! The bright December day dawns like any other, and the Ramakrishnan family goes about their daily business as usual. Their scruffy yellow dog, Selvakumar, however, feels something strange in the air. Soon, a low rumbling sound fills the village, and Papa climbs on the roof to see a wall of water rushing toward the shore. Tsunami! Run! The family scrambles to outrun the huge wave, but seven-year-old Dinakaran misunderstands. He runs toward his house by the shore, where he huddles in a corner for safetyseparated from his family. But Selvakumar does not let him stay there. Barking, nudging, and dragging Dinakaran by his shirt, Selvakumar manages to convince the boy to flee from the house toward the hill where Mama and Papa have fled and are waiting, worrying about their eldest son. Award-winning author Virginia Krolls true story of a courageous and clever dog who saved a boys life during the devastating tsunami of 2004 is sure to touch the hearts of readers of all ages. Lush watercolors by Xiaojun Li bring alive the shores of the South Indian village where the story takes place. While the region is still struggling to recover from the disaster and families rebuild what they have lost, Selvakumars amazing story reminds us that, with the power of love and the strength it can provide, any obstacle can be overcome. Shens Books is proud to donate a portion of the proceeds from this book to the Tsunami Recovery Fund (see back flap for more information).Customer Reviews:
Miraculous tale.......2006-10-08
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The Only Land They Knew: American Indians in the Old South
J. Leitch Wright Jr. Manufacturer: University of Nebraska Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0803298056 |
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The Tecumseh You Never Knew
James Lincoln Collier Manufacturer: Children's Press (CT) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Library Binding ASIN: 0516244264 |
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The Only Land They Knew: The Tragic Story of the American Indians in the Old South
J. Leitch, Jr. Wright Manufacturer: Free Pr ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0029346908 |
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The Indians Knew
Tillie Pine Manufacturer: Scholastic ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000H2A9KW |
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The Sitting Bull You Never Knew
James Lincoln Collier Manufacturer: Children's Press (CT) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0516258362 |
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Belle Starr, The Bandit Queen: The Career Of The Most Colorful Outlaw The Indian Territory Ever Knew
William Yancey Shackleford Manufacturer: Kessinger Publishing, LLC ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1432586564 |
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Birds the Indians knew,
Lena C Ahlers Manufacturer: A. Whitman & Co ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B00010MEVW |
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In the Groove: Vintage Record Graphics 1940-1960
Eric Kohler Manufacturer: Chronicle Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0811821218 |
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Whaddya know--turns out size does matter. In this stunning collection of album cover art from 1940 to 1960, it is instantly apparent that despite the advantages CDs may have in the technology or convenience departments, vinyl albums--even based on their sheer proportions--have always been way cooler. This is especially true for this particular era, when cover art was truly an art form, with talented designers handcrafting individualized jackets influenced by surrealism, cubism, and modern artists of the day. And as Tony Bennett says in his preface, "they were large enough to make you feel like you were taking home your very own work of art."Author Eric Kohler, a graphic designer and album cover artist himself, selected these 250 gorgeous covers from his own collection of over 3,000. He offers a captivating history of the early record industry, addressing the invention of the phonograph in 1877, the near demise of the industry due to competition with radio, and the rejuvenating introduction of the jukebox in 1935. Prior to Columbia Records' release of the 33 rpm vinyl LP in 1948, music fans were restricted to 78s--easily breakable, shellac-based records that could only hold four minutes' worth of music on each side. Victor Records made a competitive strike with the 45 (hence turntables with 33, 45, and 78 options), but its success was limited. Until the 1980s, the LP ruled the land with its roomy cardboard cover--a perfect canvas for artists.
Kohler's focus is on the graphic artists themselves--revolutionaries of the industry. Previously, albums had plain covers that advertised phonograph and record companies rather than performers. But when designer Alex Steinweiss entered the scene in 1939 (at the tender age of 23) he changed the business of cover art forever. Kohler illustrates the styles of eight such prominent cover artists--Steinweiss's trademark curly-scrawl script, Jim Flora's cartoonish images recalling Joan Miró and Paul Klee--with such accuracy that readers are able to immediately recognize and differentiate their work. Although the sun shone on these artists for only a brief time (the advent of photographic covers in the late 1950s all but obliterated their influence), these 20 years paint a fascinating portrait of popular music, modern art, and even business development. Best of all, Kohler serves up page after glorious, glossy page of big, beautiful album covers. --Brangien Davis
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What the much-admired Blue Note: The Album Cover Art and Blue Note 2 did for jazz, In the Groove does for the sounds of the '40s and '50s, when swing and bebop took off. Selected for their noteworthy design and wonderful illustrations, these visual stunners range from jazz to popular tunes to classical and Latin styles. But it's the lounge vibe that truly runs wild as we tour more than 300 sensational album covers, including seldom-seen issues from Decca, Blue Note, and other labels. A brief text explains what design was like before the photograph took over and how the invention of the LP changed the record business forever. Author Eric Kohler also introduces the stand-out designers and key labels of the period. Cole Porter, Louis Armstrong, Bing Crosby, Billie Holiday, Frank Sinatra, Desi Arnaz, Carmen Miranda their best album covers are all here, and they're all sizzlin' in the heyday of hip. Easy on the eyes, In the Groove is the real thing: the great covers created by the great designers for the musical greats of yesteryear.Customer Reviews:
Excellent book, poor binding.......2005-10-04
Sound pictures........2002-12-14
"Groove"y Covers.......2002-06-05
Long, lost days of style........2001-08-01
Cool Collection of overlooked medium.......2001-02-21
When I thought of record cover art, I thought of those fantasy-styled "YES" covers, or the metal band covers of the 80's. I had no idea about how many cool vintage record covers were out there.
The book focuses on covers from 1940-1960. You'll find many jazz, swing and vocalists represented here. The reproductions are excellent and the variety is impressive. While most covers are reproduced in 3x3inches, quite a few are refresented as full pages which is about a 9-inch square. It is organized by artist and record company, showing you how the artist's style influenced the cover.
I highly recommend it for record collectors, vintage enthusiasts, graphic designers/illustrators and those who love old things. It made me miss the 12-inch vinyl covers all the more and has inspired me to track specific albums down. CDs can never match the emotional connection that vinyl did.
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Blue Note: Album Cover Art
Graham Marsh , and Glyn Callingham Manufacturer: Chronicle Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0811836886 |
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Smaller in trim size, greatly expanded in content, this compendium of Chronicle’s classic Blue Note books (50,000 copies sold) is now an appealingly chunky paperback. Blue Note remains one of the most influential jazz labels of all time, and its cover art is a virtual time-capsule of cool. Now comprehensive, Blue Note: Album Cover Art gathers nearly 400 of the legendary covers, spanning the ’40s to the ’70s, and features the greatest work of legendary Blue Note art director Reid Miles. Simple and sophisticated, moody and alluring, these covers continue to influence designers and excite jazz aficionados today. "One glance," as Esquire said of the original edition, "and you’ll know where the essence of cool remains."Customer Reviews:
Classic.......2004-06-21
excellent book; makes a great guide to blue note records.......2003-11-07
Compact size - great content.......2003-01-15
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Blue Note: The Album Cover Art
Graham Marsh Manufacturer: Chronicle Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0811800369 |
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Music lovers have been attracted to the distinct style and sleek sound of jazz since its birth at the turn of the century. The album covers collected in this comprehensive volume under the well-known Blue Note record label embody classic design and pioneering typography. Two hundred color photographs of the album sleeves, an informative history of the Blue Note record company, and a portrait of Reid Miles, who designed nearly 500 album covers, capture the integrity of this distinctive record label. Sophisticated jazz connoisseurs and young listeners alike, as well as those with an interest in style and graphic design, will enjoy this exciting book of jazz memorabilia.Customer Reviews:
Wonderful, but the binding is lousy.......2002-01-31
The Originals.......2001-07-16
A MUST for the BLUE NOTE fan !!.......2001-04-29
This is a little problem.
All in all a great fun for the jazz Blue Note fan !!!!
Classic inovating design.......2000-08-18
Blue Note: Best Jazz & Best Jazz Album Covers.......2000-08-12
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The Blues: Album Cover Art
Manufacturer: Chronicle Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0811811689 |
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The blues. Born in the Mississippi Delta and universally recognized as among the great contributions of twentieth-century American culture, this groundbreaking musical form has become one of the most popular and beloved in the world. The Blues: Album Cover Art features nearly 250 of the coolest blues album covers from the '50s and '60s, showcasing some of the greatest musical luminaries of our time-including Lightnin' Hopkins, John Lee Hooker, Bessie Smith, and Muddy Waters, among others. A memorable visual compendium for both music and design lovers, this engaging volume captures all the triumph, magnitude, and spirit of a legendary musical genre.Customer Reviews:
Overall decent cover art.......2007-08-17
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Blue Note II
Collins and Brown Manufacturer: Chronicle Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0811818535 |
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There are TWO "first" books! (IGNORE RATING).......2004-02-11
Average follow-up to stellar first book.......2000-08-12
2) The jazz albums are not as prominent or important as the albums in the first book; therefore, this book is not as historically important as the first.
3) The books are two different sizes; they should line up side-by-side on the bookshelf or look like they were designed as a 2-volume set on your coffee table.
Buy the first book, but I recommend you just check this one out from the library.
Second only by title........2000-04-19
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California Cool
G. Marsh , and G. Callingham Manufacturer: Chronicle Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0811802752 |
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The Blues: Album Cover Art
Graham & Barrie Lewis Marsh Manufacturer: Chronicle Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000O6LV0I |
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