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Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Monty: His Part in My Victory, written and read by Spike Milligan. 'It's all over. Von Arnheim has surrendered, and he's very angry.' 'This could mean war....' The third volume of Spike Milligan's laugh-a-line account of life as a gunner in World War Two resumes on the eve of victory in North Africa.

Through sublime landscapes and warm images of a boy and his family, this adaptation of the beloved folk song creates a dazzling, intimate interpretation that rejoices in the connectedness of people and nature.

During a span of 55 years, Emil Richards has been a renowned presence in Hollywood soundstages, recording studios, jazz clubs, and international touring venues. Considered a supreme artist on the vibraphone, marimba and xylophone, as well as a master of his world-famous collection of percussion instruments, Richards is renowned throughout the world for his versatility.

How to Stunt in Hollywood was designed to put the spotlight on the men and women who perform and design the fantastic feats and awe-inspiring stunts that you've come to love. Most importantly, the book will give you insight and advice to help motivate you in your life's continuing journey. This book is comprised of interviews from some of Hollywood’s top stunt professionals. All together, they have worked on some of the biggest films and TV shows of all time. They all come from different walks of life but share similar traits and characteristics that have helped them succeed.

Experience the intensity and resilience of the human spirit with "Fire and Flow," a fascinating journey into the world of Circus Performance Arts. Unlock secrets of the captivating realms of Fire Manipulation and Flow Arts in this groundbreaking exploration. Dive deep into the vibrant fibers of the circus, tracing the evolution of this enchanting art form. As a niche within a niche, Fire and Flow present a mesmerizing union of danger and precision, providing a vivid lens to capture the thrill and artistic mastery within Circus Performance Arts. Explore Fire Manipulation's origins, its ...

Do you struggle to find the perfect venue for your theatre productions? Are you tired of endless searches, high costs, and unsuitable spaces? Discover how you can find a space to put on your show anywhere. This book is designed specifically for directors and theatre teachers who want to eliminate the stress of venue hunting and focus on what they do best - creating amazing performances.

Uncover the winning strategies and hidden triumphs of the mind with the enthralling new eBook, "Mind Games." This book is not just an ordinary self-help guide but a deep and illuminating dive into the fascinating world of fantasy sports and the psychological underpinnings at play. "Mind Games" starts off by introducing you to the complex yet captivating realm of fantasy sports. It reveals the allure, the intensity, and the magnetism surrounding this sphere, peeling back the layers to explore the significance of robust mental tactics within the game. Journey through an exploration of the ...

Access Accents bring the highly sought-after voice techniques of top voice coach Penny Dyer to the actor's audio device. A unique opportunity to prepare for auditions at short notice.

Produced during the height of the post-World War II film noir movement, Blood on the Moon is a classic Western immersed in the film noir netherworld of double crosses, government corruption, shabby barrooms, gun-toting goons, and romantic betrayals. With this volume, biographer and noir expert Alan K. Rode brings the film to life for a new generation of listeners and film lovers.

This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great - the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Jim Henson, for example, was always dreaming up something new, and always expressing his belief in the goodness of people. Henson was a born performer with a terrific sense of humor, and he used those talents to help create two of the most beloved programs in television history: The Muppet Show and Sesame Street. Through his Muppets, Jim showed the world that there’s nothing more beautiful than imagination.

A voice is calling across the land, "Bombardier Milligan." "Bombadier Milligan is dead," I replied in a disguised voice. The voice replied, "Then he's going to miss his breakfast." The fourth volume of Spike Milligan's legendary account of his time in the army during World War Two begins as he and his regiment land in sunny Italy in 1943 ("The ship touched the beach very gently, so gently I suspect it's not insured").

This is no stuffy music appreciation lesson. Author Kathleen Krull makes these great artists come alive. From Bach to Mozart, George Gershwin to Woody Guthrie, Beethoven to Gilbert and Sullivan, you'll learn all about their lives and music, what they were really like and what inspired these geniuses of musical expression. Filled with interesting trivia and gossip, Lives of the Musicians is the ultimate guide to the great composers.

Lord Rufford has kissed Arabella twice but she realises that much more needs to be done to win him and his estate. It is now time to tell John Morton she no longer wants to marry him? Starring Robert Glenister, Anna Maxwell Martin, Barbara Flynn, Blake Ritson, Stuart Milligan, Joanna David, Daniel Rabin, Penelope Rawlins, Carl Prekopp, Henry Devas, Elaine Claxton, Joanathan Forbes, Jane Whittenshaw, and Sean Baker. Directed by Tracey Neal. Dramatised by Martyn Wade.

AMAZING JOURNAL ENTRIES WHICH CAN BE USED AS AUDITION PIECES. LIFE THROUGH THE MIND OF A YOUNG ADULT. GAIN PERSPECTIVE FROM SOMEONE ELSE'S POING OF VIEW. THESE PIECES CAN BE THOUGHT- PROVOKING. THEY CAN BE USED AS ORIGINAL AUDITION PIECES WHICH NO ONE ELSE HAS BORED THE AUDITIONERS WITH.STAND OUT IN FRONT OF THE PROFESSIONALS WITH A UNIQUE CHARACTERIZATION. THEY WILL INSPIRE YOU TO JOT DOWN SOME MEMORIES OF YOUR OWN. PERSPECTIVE IS EVERYTHING. SLICE OF SOMEONE ELSE'S LIFE ALWAYS HELPS YOU SHED SOME LIGHT ON YOUR OWN.

In After Anatevka, Alexandra Silber picks up where Fiddler on the Roof left off. Second-eldest daughter Hodel takes center stage as she attempts to join her socialist-leaning fiancé Perchik at the outer reaches of a Siberian work camp. But before Hodel and Perchik can finally be together, they both face extraordinary hurdles and adversaries - both personal and political - attempting to keep them apart at all costs.

Sanditon, the final novel Austen was working on before her death, has been given an exciting conclusion, and will be brought to a prime-time television audience on PBS/Masterpiece for the very first time by Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning screenwriter Andrew Davies (War and Peace, Mr. Selfridge, Les Misérables, Pride and Prejudice). This, the official companion to the Masterpiece series, contains everything a fan could want to know.

One key to creating a successful brand is building a highly competitive and effective Marketing Team. It begins with hiring the right people and then nurturing and motivating them to perform at their very best. This book describes the characteristics that predict whether a marketer will be successful, advises on how to onboard and develop them, reviews effective leadership approaches, and deals with tough questions like - When do you promote or terminate a marketer? This book is intended to be a situational resource for Marketing Managers at all levels and a blueprint for success for ...

Step into a world where tiny components hold enormous power, where silicon and creativity collide to define modern innovation - Welcome to "The Sound of Innovation," your comprehensive guide to the electrifying world of transistor amplifiers. This intriguing eBook is a treasure trove for enthusiasts and professionals alike, artfully unfolding the mysteries of transistor amplifiers from their inception to their transformative role in technology. Starting with a riveting journey from vacuum tubes to the breakthrough of transistors, the opening chapter is a time machine that sets the stage for...

The Beatles' first appearance on the Ed Sullivan show, has been called "a night that changed the course of American culture". More than 70 million television viewers - the largest-ever audience for an entertainment show - watched the Beatles' performance that February 9, 1964. It was only the beginning. Had the Beatles been simply the most successful musical group of all time, their place in history would be secure. But they were much, much more. The Beatles changed popular culture forever.

Yunte Huang ingeniously traces Charlie Chan from his real beginnings as a bullwhip-wielding detective in territorial Hawaii to his reinvention as a literary sleuth and Hollywood film icon. Huang finally resurrects the "honorable detective" from the graveyard of detested postmodern symbols and reclaims him as the embodiment of America’s rich cultural diversity. The result is one of the most critically acclaimed books of the year and a "deeply personal...voyage into racial stereotyping and the humanizing force of storytelling" (Donna Seaman, Los Angeles Times).