Chris Roberts

a history of London's bridges

Cross river traffic

BEYONCÉ needs only a one-word introduction. She is universally recognised and has a platform the world over. She is a singer, an artist, an activist and an icon. In this innovative graphic biography, Beyoncé’s genius is explored and celebrated like never before, with fun infographics looking at the highlights and success of her career – as well as the all-important breakdown of some of her most popular dance routines. Beyoncé’s astonishing accomplishments are also showcased against fellow legends of the industry. Drawing on her 26-year career, Chris Roberts tells the story of how a young singer from Texas transformed herself into a global superstar who came to dominate the charts. And who has come to represent so much more than the pop industry. Through philanthropy, politics and campaigning, Beyoncé has broken the mould of what it means to be a superstar.

A Graphic Biography of the Genius of Beyoncé

Beyoncegraphica

Jay Black

Doing Ethics in Media: Theories and Practical Applications is an accessible, comprehensive introduction to media ethics. Its theoretical framework and grounded discussions engage students to think clearly and systematically about dilemmas in the rapidly changing media environment. The 13-chapter text is organized around six decision-making questions— the "5Ws and H" of media ethics. The questions encourage students to articulate the issues; apply codes, policies or laws; consider the needs of stakeholders; sift and sort through conflicting values; integrate philosophic principles; and pose a "test of publicity." Specifically, the questions ask: • What’s your problem? • Why not follow the rules? • Who wins, who loses? • What’s it worth? • Who’s whispering in your ear? • How’s your decision going to look? As they progress through the text, students are encouraged to resolve dozens of practical applications and increasingly complex case studies relating to journalism, new media, advertising, public relations, and entertainment. Other distinctive features include: • Comprehensive materials on classic moral theory and current issues such as truth telling and deception, values, persuasion and propaganda, privacy, diversity, and loyalty. • A user-friendly approach that challenges students to think for themselves rather than imposing answers on them. • Consistent connections between theories and the decision-making challenges posed in the practical applications and case studies. • A companion website with online resources for students, including additional readings and chapter overviews, as well as instructor materials with a test bank, instructor’s manual, sample syllabi and more. www.routledge.com/textbooks/black • A second website with continuously updated examples, case studies, and student writing – www.doingmediaethics.com. Doing Ethics in Media is aimed at undergraduates and graduate students studying media ethics in mass media, journalism, and media studies. It also serves students in rhetoric, popular culture, communication studies, and interdisciplinary social sciences.

Theories and Practical Applications

Doing Ethics in Media

Born in 1985 in New York, Johansson has already achieved a cinematic career of stellar proportion. Searching for the essence of her luminous star quality, this book takes a critical look at her work, and traces her transformation from talented child actress to Hollywood icon.

The Illustrated Biography

Scarlett Johansson

James Essinger

Words and Phrases That Have Vanished from Our Language

Lost English

Gothic images are very much a part of contemporary culture, not least for a style tribe with a passion for black. Gothic has a very long history stretching over hundreds of years of aesthetic evolution, becoming a form of sensational narrative that encompasses fiction, film, television and graphic novels; a genre of underground rock music; and a distinctive visual aesthetic exploited in fashion, the visual arts and digital media. Gothic has proved marvellously adaptable, and fertile ground for endless imaginative reinvention. This book provides an introduction to the wealth of Gothic phenomena. If one thing is true, it is that Gothic knows no boundaries.

the evolution of a dark subculture

Gothic

The 100 best streaming shows reviewed and rated. You may have viewing time on your hands – this guide will give you ideas for what to watch next, with reviews of more than 100 of the best shows around, from the BBC, ITV, C4, HBO, Amazon Prime, Sky Atlantic, Netflix, Disney+ and more. From The Affair to The X-Files, Fawlty Towers to Fleabag, Parks and Recreation to Peaky Blinders and from Game of Thrones to The Crown.

The best television and streaming shows reviewed

The Binge Watch Guide

Elton John is one of the most prolific and commercially successful artists in music. Just in time for his farewell world tour, this lavish, unofficial retrospective commemorates John's incredible life and career. Fully illustrated throughout, with rare archival memorabilia and previously unpublished photographs, this book covers everything from his childhood as a piano prodigy and early days playing West End gigs to his fortuitous meeting--and subsequent lifelong partnership--with lyricist Bernie Taupin; it charts John's meteoric rise to stardom, his challenges along the way, and his tireless work for various charities. This is the ultimate keepsake for all Elton John fans.

Elton John: Rocket Man

Michael Jackson's musical popularity was vast in his lifetime and the legend that is The King of Pop lives on, a decade after his death. The Complete Michael Jackson is the ultimate reference book to MJ's long and storied career, from start to finish. It is packed with informative and insightful text and fantastic images incorporating every part of his career, from his artistic debut at five years of age as a member of the Jackson 5 to the preparation for his sell-out season at London's O2 arena. This is an exhaustive look at a titan of the music industry, and describes every album, recording, award and concert, resulting in a totally comprehensive guide to the pop idol whose songs and dance moves inspire each new generation of performers. If you want the definitive book about Michael Jackson, look no further: This Is It!

The Man, the Music, the Moves, the Magic

The Complete Michael Jackson

Beyoncé needs no introduction. Singer, artist, activist and icon, she is worshiped by her many fans around the word. This stunning graphic biography tells the story of how a young singer from Texas transformed into a global superstar, celebrating the highlights and successes of her career through stunning new graphics, photographs and illustrations. Representing so much more than the pop industry, through philanthropy, politics and campaigning, Beyoncé has broken the mould of what it means to be a superstar - and that star just continues to rise. From costume changes to record sales, her impressive vocal range to her work off-stage, this original bio-graphic book charts the success of the icon who came to dominate the charts, our screens and even our wardrobes. An absolute must for any 'Beehive' members and Beyoncé fans.

Kale is a teenager like any other. He's rapidly growing out of his clothes, his body is changing in strange new ways and it seems like his life consists of nothing but chores. It's a fairly normal life, until a strange storm whisks away all that he knows and loves. Riding on the wind is an evil so sinister that Kale can hardly fathom the things he is forced to see. And then, while struggling to make sense of the terror around him, he is charged by an angel of the Lord to find the Armor of Light: a legendary collection of weapons that is rumored to be powerful enough to send the Prince of Wind and his minions back to where they came from.

Wind Storm Rising

Art-rocker, iconoclast, contrary noise merchant and junkie, Lou Reed has always been fascinating. Few people, if any, will love his entire body of work: Reed's oeuvre is at times perverse and wilfully unlistenable, while at others he proves himself a master of melody and the songwriter's craft. However, it is impossible to deny his standing as a colossus of the rock world: it's a tribute to Reed's standing that even punk rockers, with their scorched earth policy towards all pre-punk music, had a healthy respect and regard for Reed. Velvet Underground are one of the all-time greats, of course, yet in many people's eyes, Reed has produced his best work solo, since the demise of that band. Despite this, no book has to date attempted to analyse and celebrate the fierce intelligence and literary merits of Lou Reed's post-Velvet Underground music. This is that book.

The Stories Behind the Classic Songs

Lou Reed

A history of the origins and meanings behind everyday nursery rhymes reveals the popular sport behind "Jack be Nimble," Humpty Dumpty's identity as a cannon mounted on the walls of a Colchester church, and "Mary, Mary Quite Contrary's" ties to the promiscuous court of Mary Queen of Scots. Reprint. 30,000 first printing.

The Reason Behind the Rhyme

Heavy Words Lightly Thrown

The experience of watching an addictive, smartly-written, well-acted, top-level series is like immersing yourself in a great novel rather than dipping into a short story. This book gathers and discusses 100 of the most important, resonant and outstanding TV box sets of recent decades. It offers informative overviews of storylines (no spoilers), themes and characters while providing recommendations and trivia.

The 100 Best Series Rated and Reviewed

The Box Set Guide

(Book). Lou Reed has been art-rocker, iconoclast, contrary noise merchant, and junkie, yet he's always been fascinating. Only David Bowie, arguably, has re-invented himself as many times as Reed, while ensuring that each image was potent, edgy and dangerous. It's a tribute to Reed's standing that even punk rockers, with their scorched earth policy towards all pre-punk music, had a healthy respect and regard for him. Velvet Underground is one of the all-time greats; but in many people's eyes, Reed has produced his best work solo, after the demise of that band. This groundbreaking book analyzes and celebrates the willful intellect, fierce intelligence, and literary merits of Lou Reed's post-Velvet Underground music. Chris Roberts has written about music for fifteen years for The Guardian , Melody Maker , Sounds , and Uncut . He was also the editor of Idol Worship (Harper Collins), a collection of writings by pop stars (Bono, Thurston Moore, etc.) that has been hailed in some quarters as "The best book about rock 'n' roll ever."

Walk on the Wild Side : the Stories Behind the Songs

Quickly Develop The Confidence To Handle Any Conflict From Low-level To High- Level Threats Of Violence - Control And Manage Your Emotions In The Face Of A Threat With A Calm Steady Strength - Learn Masterful Verbal De-escalation Skills - Get Home Safely To Your Loved Ones * DELIVERS! Immediate confidence enables you to have the courage to handle any conflict from low-level daily conflict to serious threats of violence when seconds count * CRITICAL! Calm, steady strength gives you the power to maintain control over your emotions in the face of a threat - Instantly * FAST RESULTS! Masterful Verbal De-escalation skills you can use in any conflict in a snap * NO-NONSENSE! Prepare for the worst-case scenario of violence by learning to recognize the signs of a physical assault and be prepared for best reaction - Quickly * UNIQUE! Understanding the legalities of your response allows you to feel confident you can handle any conflict legally, ethically, and morally - like a pro Learn these life-saving strategies, written by Chris Roberts, founder of SAFE International who's business has taught Violence Prevention, Conflict Resolution & Self-defense to more than 200,000 people worldwide since 1994! If you want to have the confidence to handle any conflict from low-level to threats of violence, maintain control over your emotions in the face of a threat, and use the correct verbal de-escalation strategy for any conflict ... then this is the most important book you'll ever purchase! Why wait another day! Develop the masterful strategies to handle any conflict from low-level to threats of violence! - Order Now!

Your Life Depends on It

Disarm Daily Conflict

A visual chronicle of the legendary performance artist's career demonstrates how he has creatively reinvented himself throughout the decades and includes coverage of his early years in UK clubs through his Las Vegas successes and recent appearances on The Voice.

A Life in Pictures

Tom Jones

Presents an illustrated look at the life and three-decade fashion career of Kate Moss, looking at how she maintained a successful, long-lasting career in spite of the controversies that have surrounded her.

Kate Moss

In the last thirty years or so a large number of once commonplace words, phrases and expressions have disappeared without trace from common usage. And with them, too, have gone a number of goods, services and everyday objects that were once an important part of our everyday lives. Where did they go and why? Lost English takes a look at how our language has changed and how the pace of modern life, the influence of American culture, changes in the country's sociological formation and rapid advances in technology have made once common words obsolete. Includes: 'Charlie's dead' - a euphemism used to tell a girl that her petticoat is showing . 'dekko' - take a quick look or glance . 'brilliantine' - men's hair dressing product . 'Nippy' - the name given to waitresses in Lyons Corner Houses. Lost English illuminates all these terms and many more. It's a fantastic gift for all those interested in history and the English language and a fascinating look at times past.

Words And Phrases That Have Vanished From Our Language

"Scarlett Johansson: Portrait of a Rising Star charts the rise and rise of this talented and beautiful actress. Following her from childhood through her teenage years and into adulthood, it focuses on her relationship with her mother and manager, her struggle to land her first big screen part, and her relationships, loves, decisions and regrets - everything that has made Scarlett Johansson one of the best-known and respected actresses of her generation."--BOOK JACKET.

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