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Go behind the scenes of HBO's global television phenomenon with Game of Thrones: The Storyboards - an official collection featuring striking storyboard art. Go behind the scenes of HBO's global television phenomenon with Game of Thrones: The Storyboards - an official collection featuring striking storyboard art. In this exceptional art collection, Game of Thrones storyboard artist William Simpson shares the brilliant work that is an integral part of assembling each episode of the award-winning series. This gorgeous book features a unique behind-the-scenes look into pivotal moments and early conceptual art from Game of Thrones. Curated from Simpson's extensive archive, this revealing collection represents the exemplary artistic development involved in one of the most visually dynamic shows on television.Game of Thrones: The Storyboards is the definitive compendium of storyboards for this hit series and captures the impressive scope of its rich development and artistry. This unique collection is housed in a finely crafted, deluxe slipcase and is a must-have for all fans of this breathtaking show.

Hitler's rise to power and his subsequent influence on world history remains a subject of fierce debate. This book focuses on the particular problems associated with the Nazi period. How did the weaknesses of the Weimar Republic contribute to Hitler's rise to power? What was the initial appeal of Nazism and how far was its growing popularity induced by the economic crisis of 1929-33? What was the nature of the Nazi regime and where did responsibility lie for the anti-Semitic policies it pursued? What role did Hitler play in bringing about the Second World War? How great was the support for and the opposition to Hitler?

Smrt neoblafneš... ale když ti někdo přiloží bouchačku k hlavě, budeš se o to fakt hodně snažit. Což zjistil John Constantine ve chvíli, kdy potkal Harryho Coopera. Král londýnského podsvětí chtěl oživit mrtvého syna a teď - o šestnáct let a jeden antiexorcismus později - ovoce tehdejšího Constatinova zoufalého činu konečně dozrálo, puklo a zalilo Londýn shnilou šťávou. A Constantine, o něco starší a o nic moudřejší, se konečně musí postavit tváří v tvář noční můře, kterou vyvolal.

The book explores the impact of profit motives in commercial English Language Teaching (ELT) on teaching methodologies. It offers insights relevant to advanced students and professionals in applied linguistics, TESOL, sociolinguistics, linguistic anthropology, and language economics, highlighting how economic factors shape language education practices.

The narrative explores the complex and influential role of Prince Bandar bin Sultan in shaping U.S.-Saudi relations over 25 years, amidst significant global events like war and terrorism. An illegitimate son of a Saudi prince, Bandar's behind-the-scenes maneuvers were pivotal in key geopolitical moments, including persuading Gorbachev to withdraw from Afghanistan and influencing the Cold War's outcome. His Machiavellian tactics extended to negotiating peace in the Iran-Iraq war and involvement in the Iran-Contra affair, highlighting his deep connections with American leaders.

William Simpson examines the nature and characteristics of the German empire, and the policies pursued by its governments, from the foundation of the empire in 1871 until its collapse in 1918. Two areas are given particular attention: the failure of Imperial Germany to develop into a stable parliamentary democracy; and the increasingly aggressive foreign policy pursued by Germany after 1890.

Containing sample exam questions at both AS and A2 levels, this text aims to show students what makes a good answer and why it scores high marks. It should help students grasp the difference between a GCSE and an A-level mark. schovat popis

From the creators of Preacher Cynical, chain-smoking mystic John Constantine is drawn away from his London home on a disturbing and surreal trip to the United States. Caught on the metaphysical plane by the wizard called Papa Midnite, Constantine must regain his footing and escape Midnite's horrific vision of America.