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This is the story of visual effects artist Jim Danforth's journey from a childhood in rural areas of the Midwest to the soundstages of Hollywood and London; and how a shy boy with no inside contacts managed to fulfill his dream of working in The Movies. Volume One describes Jim's work with Art Clokey, the creator of Gumby; his feature film stop-motion animation assignments on Jack the Giant Killer; The Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm; 7 Faces of Dr. Lao; It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World; and others; plus his involvement with the creation of The Pillsbury Dough Boy. Volume One concludes with a detailed account of Danforth's challenging assignment as designer, director, and animator of the visual effects for When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth. The book also contains Danforth's recollections of interesting people he encountered during his professional journey.

• Sales Rank: #2278853 in Books
• Published on: 2011-08-15
• Binding: CD-ROM
• 828 pages

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• Clickable sidebars and footnotes filed with additional facts.
• Auxiliary sections describing various pre-digital effects techniques and now-obsolete processes.
• 828 pages of text, in addition to the forward, sidebar, and auxiliary material.
• Over 720 photos, drawings, and paintings in the main text; plus more in the sidebars.
• Distributed on a CD in a DVD-sized "snap-case."

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
A Visual Feast as you peek over the shoulder of a great artist!
By Richard A. Catizone
Jim Danforth's "Dinosaurs, Dragons & Drama" book is here at last!!!
This is not only a well versed narrative, but an absolute visual feast as well!

First, let me say that Jim has again outdone himself in terms of the quality and completeness of this memoir. He writes in a very easy, straightforward style that is most enjoyable. He has delineated the good and the bad, and tempers it all with an evenness that demonstrates a desire to tell the reality without attempting to inflict any intentional harm. It starts with Jim's childhood and early teen years, and you feel you are there with him and his family as the seeds of creativity and artistry begin to mold him. Far from being dry, he has made even these early years an interesting tale.

No doubt, for most, the "exciting" chapters will be the ones that deal with the creative joys and practical tribulations of his work in commercials and feature films. In-depth chapters (actually they ALL are very in-depth) on Jack the Giant Killer, Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm, 7 Faces of Dr. Lao, and When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth will amaze even those who think they have heard and seen it all. While the tendency will be to hop to the chapters you think you want to read first, I would encourage you not to do that. Jim has woven a story, and as any good storyteller will do, he references elements in later
places that are continuations of previous strands. Also, to get the best picture of his development and ascent as an artist, animator,director, matte painter, armature maker (and everything else he can do)...it is more interesting in my view to see it being built line-upon- line in chronological order.

For the die-hard stop-motion aficionado who is amazed at the how-to aspects, there are plenty of armature drawings and photos, photos of sculptures, partially completed matte painting and fx shots, and all types of behind-the-scenes shots from these films. It is an intimate photographic look at Jim's life that properly parallels the descriptive and voluminous text through which he takes us on the journey of his life experiences. All told in a way that makes you feel that you are actually watching Jim go through it all... and you feel the joy and the heartbreak of personal and business situations.

As a bonus, a printed "insert" card of Jim's "Gilgamesh and the Serpent" drawing from 1963 in included inside the CD "snap-case," but there are many "extra" features interspersed throughout the book itself. One such surprise contains behind-the-scenes shots from Mighty Joe Young that I have never seen published before. They help fulfill a desire I personally have to see every such shot from Joe (and all such films). There are wonderful profiles of Al Whitlock and many people who had an influence and working relationship with Jim, giving everyone a broader insight to the industry itself. Some of these features are within the book proper, and others have a designated area to select, and that opens up additional pages of information regarding
that particular subject.

This is a CD-format book of the finest quality, compatible with both PC and Mac. Using Adobe Reader (a free program you can download if you don't already have it), you can thumb through the pages as easily as any physical book. Right and Left arrow keys (or page up/page down) will turn the pages, and the Bookmarks tab gives you instant access to the entire table of contents and chapters menu. An added advantage is that you can zoom in for a better look at the images, something one often wishes for in a physical book where the amount of content has precluded a proper size. While the layouts are very nice throughout,
and I found the picture sizes to be just fine, one does have the option of a closer look. So, if you want a closer look at a model or an armature, zooming-in is a fingertip control away.

Without question, this first volume is a "must-have." Congratulations and thanks, Jim, for putting all your time and effort into sharing all of this information. I think I can speak for a vast multitude of others that we very much appreciate what you have done in your career, and sharing that in such a meaningful way in this magnificent book.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
The life and career of an FX wunderkind - what a journey!
By Scott McRae
Jim Danforth's long-awaited memoir "Dinosaurs, Dragons & Drama" Vol.1 has finally arrived - in eBook format.
At first, there was initial disappointment upon learning that this wasn't a hardcover edition. However, this
"pro-paper bias" was soon dispelled after I began to comfortably read the 1000+ digital pages on my laptop
(a coffee table book of equivalent size would be pretty heavy!) Photographic detail is sometimes sacrificed
in printed books because of page-size limitations, so I was pleased with the eBook's ability to zoom-in on
the CD images (especially Danforth's beautiful armatures) without incurring any resolution loss.

There's a wealth of information detailing the interesting visual effects processes and methodologies of the
pre-digital era, and this "tech" text is accompanied by hundreds of rare and fascinating photos. The myriad
tricks and techniques that Jim Danforth describes are intriguing, but it's the personal and political side of
his story that is more revealing. Career anecdotes regarding his animation and effects work are colorful and
engaging, but it is the insightful (and sometimes unflattering) self-revelations that distinguish this memoir.
Intertwined with the historical account, Jim Danforth has related forthright observations about himself, his
personal relationships, and the film professionals with whom he has worked or encountered. Those who had
expected "Dinosaurs, Dragons & Drama" to be a "fluffy" autobiography, are in for a big surprise. I hope that
Dinosaurs, Dragons & Drama Vol.2 is released soon - I want to read the rest of the story!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
Monumental Journey through the life of a Cinematic Genius
By Klaatu Barada Nikto
Several years ago, when I was screening individual effects scenes from a variety of films, I juxtaposed the final T-Rex shot at the end of JURASSIC PARK (when the "When Dinosaurs Ruled The Earth" banner flutters to the ground in front of the behemoth) with the Mother Dinosaur "deer-in-the-mouth" shot from Jim Danforth's Oscar-nominated magnum opus of the same name. I'll never forget the audience response. Several people exclaimed: "That dinosaur looks every bit as realistic as the T-Rex!" I emphatically agreed, saying that beautifully-done stop motion could be as amazing as CGI.

Jim Danforth once said that if Ray Harryhausen had made only one movie, THE 7th VOYAGE OF SINBAD, his place in fantasy film history would be absolutely secure. In response, I'd add that if Jim Danforth had only made WHEN DINOSAURS RULED THE EARTH, his reputation as a special effects genius would be equally secure. But, as with Ray, Jim has given us more, much more, over the years. One of the big surprises of Jim's book is just how many effects shots he has done and how many different effects techniques he has mastered. Jim has always brought to his film work a determination to expand the repertoire of the effects artist; he didn't stick with one technique the way that Harryhausen did with split-screens and process photography, instead deploying an effects palette far grander than that of his mentors.

Jim Danforth's passion for excellence now extends beyond his screen credentials to his written work. DINOSAURS, DRAGONS, & DRAMA, Volume One of Jim's autobiography, documents the remarkable imagination and dedication that this effects artist has consistently brought to his chosen craft.

Anybody who is fascinated with special effects techniques will find Jim's book a staggering source of technical information. As an example, if you've ever puzzled over the differences between the Dunning and the Williams matting processes (I admit that I have), you won't after reading this book. Again and again, as I read about how certain effects were done, one word kept coming to mind: Overwhelming. When explaining special effects techniques, not only does Jim provide a startling level of detail, but he also makes clear just how incredibly clever are the early magicians of the screen. This book is a much-needed corrective to the notion that technical ingenuity is of recent vintage.

But it would be a huge mistake to suggest that Jim's book will appeal only to the techies. The most charming aspect of the work is how accessible it is. Jim's writing style is so engaging that the reader feels as if he's participating in a conversation with a close friend. I often found myself laughing out loud at Jim's hilarious (and occasionally depressing) anecdotes about the film business. If you've ever had trepidations about the daily goings-on in "La La Land," this book will likely confirm them. (They didn't start yesterday.) Of greatest interest in this regard is Jim's recounting of incidents regarding personality conflicts (and more than a little professional jealousy) at the famous effects house Project Unlimited.

There are also many fascinating "sidebars," slices of information revealing the artistic and cultural influences in Jim's life, his personal likes and dislikes, and his encyclopedic knowledge of both the technology and the business of filmmaking. I don't want to give away any "surprises" and take away from anyone's joy of discovery, the very same joy that greeted me on practically every page of the book. Let me just say that you'll get answers to questions such as these:

* In Jim's opinion, what pair of classic science-fiction films would have benefited the most from the use of stop-motion animation?
* What Ray Harryhausen movie does Jim think most highly of as a movie?
* What behind-the-scenes efforts initiated by Jim made it into the final cut of JACK THE GIANT KILLER and what did not?
* What work did Jim do (and not do) on THE OUTER LIMITS?
* What valuable lessons did Jim learn from master matte painter Albert Whitlock?
* Why did it take Jim more than a year to complete the effects work for WHEN DINOSAURS RULED THE EARTH?

I haven't yet said anything about the visual delights of the book. It contains hundreds of photographs, many of them painstakingly retouched and colorized by Jim's skilled hand, photos that you have never seen anywhere else. They are not limited to Jim's own work; there are behind-the-scenes shots from MIGHTY JOE YOUNG, THE BLACK SCORPION, and any number of other classic effects-oriented movies.

Here's an example of the great visuals you'll get. I suspect there are many who remember the Famous Monsters photo of Jim's JACK THE GIANT KILLER sculpture of a giant that never appeared in the final film. Just wait until you see that photo in glorious color. Next to it is another photo of the same sculpture, taken from a different angle, revealing that the giant has two heads!

Some readers might be wary of the fact that the book is entirely on a single CD-ROM. I confess that I had some reservations about this delivery format, but now that I've seen the results, I'm very pleased with Jim's choice. There are over one thousand pages of material on the disc, and I found that reading and viewing them on my computer screen was more relaxing than a printed book experience would be for a book of this size. Jim put in a great deal of effort to make his book readable on a computer monitor, and that effort has paid off.

Jim Danforth has created a truly spectacular and memorable Volume One... just in time for Christmas! Every Monster Kid lucky enough to order this masterpiece will be absolutely enthralled with it.

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This substantially updated edition of the Business Week bestseller and an Economist “Best Book of the year” tells the story of the secretive billionaire-turned-philanthropist, who is determined to give away his fortune before he dies.

Chuck Feeney was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, to a blue-collar Irish-American family during the Depression. After service in the Korean War, he made a fortune as founder of Duty Free Shoppers, the world's largest duty-free retail chain. By 1988, he was hailed by Forbes Magazine as the twenty-fourth richest American alive. But secretly Feeney had already transferred all his wealth to his foundation, Atlantic Philanthropies. Only in 1997 when he sold his duty free interests, was he “outed” as one of the greatest and most mysterious American philanthropists in modern times. After going “underground” again, he emerged in 2005 to cooperate on a biography promoting giving while living. Now in his mid-seventies, Feeney is determined his foundation should spend down the remaining 4 billion in his lifetime.

• Sales Rank: #311677 in Books
• Published on: 2013-08-27
• Released on: 2013-08-27
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 8.25" h x 1.13" w x 5.50" l, .90 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 432 pages

Review
"A smart business book detailing some vicissitudes of retailing, wrapped in a vivid biography of an engaging tycoon." -- Kirkus Reviews, July 15, 2007

"If (Conor O'Clery's) compelling narrative becomes a blue-print for future efforts to record the life stories of philanthropists, then the reading public might become far more aware of the major donors who have existed in their midst. O'Clery's account of how Charles `Chuck' Feeney rose from a blue-collar New Jersey neighbourhood to immense riches as founder of global retail enterprise, Duty Free Shoppers, and then gave almost every cent away, reads like a cross between a whodunnit and an airport business guru book." -- Philantropy UK, December 2007

"You may never read a book as uplifting as Conor O'Clery's "The Billionaire Who Wasn't: How Chuck Feeney Secretly Made and Gave Away a Fortune" In vivid, unvarnished prose, "The Billionaire Who Wasn't" recounts Feeney's meteoric rise from blue-collar beginnings in Elizabeth, N.J., to a perch as one of America's titans of commerce, head of Duty Free Shoppers, the largest liquor retailer in the world." -- Washington Post's Express, November 6, 2007

About the Author
Conor O'Clery is an award-winning journalist and author who served as foreign correspondent for The Irish Times in London, Moscow, Beijing, Washington, and New York. He has written books on Russian, Irish, and American politics. He now lives in Dublin, Ireland.

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful.
Great Book
By Thomas C. Feeney Jr.
Chuck Feeney is a first cousin, my age (83) and he has had great success in business. His book should be read by people who might like to be successful in business. The fact that he became a billionaire and gave his money away secretly, is very interesting. What he has contributed in education, health, and helping with poverty in third class countries is an example for others with wealth.
He did not want his name on buildings or the publicity that goes with large contributions to worthwhile causes. Cornell is his college and he has given generously. Ireland has received much of his attention. He has helped build hospitals, colleges around the country and the world. A very modest, humble man with a sense of humor. The book is a great read.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful.
If you want to make a difference in the world start here.
By Sahra Badou
What a beautiful person chuck Feeney is.

This is the most inspiring book I have read so far. This book was more motivating and inspirational to me than books such as the `Secret' by Rhonda Byrne. Here's a real `existing' role model we can all look up to. He did it, and so can we. He is a living proof that helping others in unselfish ways is possible. He is living proof that that there is good on Earth, and being good is not only possible but feasible.

This is the story of Chuck Feeney, born into a poor family. Not having enough funds to pay for his college education, Feeney joins the Air Force, and is stationed in Japan. There he realizes the profit making potential of duty-free sales. He starts selling duty-free goods to soldiers, such as tobacco and alcohol, and to make the story short, ends up owning duty-free shops across the world. Within a few years he becomes a billionaire. He is ranked as the 23rd richest man in the United States by Forbes magazine.

Feeney was not happy with his billions. He did not like the life of excess lived by the rich. `How many shoes do you need?' he would often ask. He did not like the competition between the rich in owning luxury goods. For example, a yacht is never big enough; someone else will have a bigger one. Someone else will have a bigger mansion.

Feeney was also worried for his children. Kidnapping was prevalent at the time, and Feeney did not want to live his life surrounded by bodyguards and in fear for his family. So one day, he secretly flies to the Bahamas and donates all his profits to his newly established charity organization.

Many find it hard to part from a few dollars. Feeney parted with billions. All the proceeds from Feeney's company went straight to his charity foundation. Unlike Bill Gates (whom I also admire for his philanthropy), Feeney gave away his whole fortune without announcing it. No one ever knew of Feeney's philanthropy, not even his partners. His name is not on any library, University, or building. Feeney gave secretly. He believed that your left hand should not know what your right hand is doing when it comes to charitable donations. Feeney is a man who gives not for selfish reasons such as recognition and fame, but to help make a change in people's lives.

Feeney did not feel guilty about making money, but he felt guilty keeping it. He felt his money should not be for the sole purpose of giving him and his family pleasure, but for giving pleasure to the world.

Feeney also helped solve the IRA (Irish Republican Army) problem together with Bill Clinton, and opposed the war in Iraq. He did not vote for Bush in 2004, and marched against the war of Iraq in the streets of London in 2004. He also felt that the US was unfair to Vietnam, and flew several times to Vietnam offering anonymous help.

Chuck Feeney is a great man, and his story should be an inspiration to all of us. This book should be read by everyone, and should be required reading in schools and universities. If one man can make such a difference, how much can we all do together? For one thing, we would end world hunger and poverty!

This book made me realize that ending world poverty is not such a farfetched dream: all it takes is a humble heart, like the one Chuck Feeney has!

Money can be the root of all evil. Money does corrupt, and in excess corrupts absolutely. But money can also end all of the world's suffering. It is a two edged sword. One edge will bleed the world to death; the other edge will bring an end to suffering.

I have chosen how I want to hold my sword. Have you?

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful.
Inspiring story
By Kent Price
Next time you get a letter from a charity, think of Chuck Feeney who gave >$1 Billion away in his lifetime. And all without fanfare, without his name on buildings and streets. I found it interesting how he selected his gifts (a lot to education), and to the locations (USA of course, Ireland, Vietnam, etc.) And he managed to leverage his money by getting the government to match many of his contributions.

The book is perhaps a bit heavy on details of how he made his money (Duty Free stores), and the various schemes to tax shelter his money, and the steps to remain anonymous. He believed that one should give money directly to causes that would make a difference, and monitor the progress to see that the money was being wisely used. He distrusted Government spending which often has graft and inefficiency, and political conditions.

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Arthur Schopenhauer's The Two Fundamental Problems of Ethics (1841) consists of two groundbreaking essays: 'On the Freedom of the Will' and 'On the Basis of Morals'. The essays make original contributions to ethics and display Schopenhauer's erudition, prose-style and flair for philosophical controversy, as well as philosophical views that contrast sharply with the positions of both Kant and Nietzsche. Written accessibly, they do not presuppose the intricate metaphysics which Schopenhauer constructs elsewhere. This is the first English translation of these works to re-unite both essays in one volume. It offers a new translation by Christopher Janaway, together with an introduction, editorial notes on Schopenhauer's vocabulary and the different editions of his essays, a chronology of his life, a bibliography, and a glossary of names.

• Sales Rank: #1480610 in Books
• Published on: 2014-03-27
• Released on: 2014-03-27
• Original language: German
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• Dimensions: 9.02" h x .71" w x 5.98" l, .99 pounds
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Christopher Janaway is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Southampton. His many publications include Schopenhauer: A Very Short Introduction (2002) and he is editor of The Cambridge Companion to Schopenhauer (1999).

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A gripping narrative of unprecedented valor and personal courage, here is the story of the first American battle of World War II: the battle for Wake Island. Based on firsthand accounts from long-lost survivors who have emerged to tell about it, this stirring tale of the “Alamo of the Pacific” will reverberate for generations to come.

On December 8, 1941, just five hours after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Japanese planes attacked a remote U.S. outpost in the westernmost reaches of the Pacific. It was the beginning of an incredible sixteen-day fight for Wake Island, a tiny but strategically valuable dot in the ocean. Unprepared for the stunning assault, the small battalion was dangerously outnumbered and outgunned. But they compensated with a surplus of bravery and perseverance, waging an extraordinary battle against all odds.

When it was over, a few hundred American Marines, sailors, and soldiers, along with a small army of heroic civilian laborers, had repulsed enemy forces several thousand strong––but it was still not enough. Among the Marines was twenty-year-old PFC Wiley Sloman. By Christmas Day, he lay semiconscious in the sand, struck by enemy fire. Another day would pass before he was found—stripped of his rifle and his uniform. Shocked to realize he hadn’t awakened to victory, Sloman wondered: Had he been given up for dead—and had the Marines simply given up?

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• Published on: 2008-01-29
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• Original language: English
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• Dimensions: 6.88" h x 1.15" w x 4.23" l, .60 pounds
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"Uncommon courage was a common virtue": this was said of Marines on another island, Iwo Jima. Texas journalist Sloan's excellent research, interviewing and journalistic prose will have readers of this moving book saying it of Wake Island, too: this popular military history is the best account yet of the Battle for Wake Island in December 1941. An almost barren coral atoll in the Central Pacific, Wake was a link in American communications with the Far East and squarely in the middle of Japanese-held islands. So both sides targeted it in the coming war, and soon after Pearl Harbor the Japanese began steady air attacks on the atoll's garrison. That garrison included a minuscule Marine air arm, flying half-wrecked F4F Wildcats, a thin battalion of Marine infantry and artillery, and a large number of civilian construction workers overtaken by the war while building a base. Battered from the air, this motley group actually drove off the first Japanese attempt at a landing, and inflicted heavy casualties on a second and much stronger effort before surrendering. The Wake Islanders can truly be called "heroic," even if Marine Major Devereaux and Navy Commander Cunningham did not coordinate as well as they could have. The Japanese emerge with little credit for either their witless tactics or their harsh treatment of the prisoners, although a Dr. Ozeki saved the lives of several wounded Americans. Wake Island has nearly faded from memory; the survivors interviewed are fading from life; this book is direly needed on any WW II shelf.
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This is the third recently published account about the capture of Wake Island in December 1941 (after Pacific Alamo by John Wukovits [2003] and Hell Wouldn't Stop by Chet Cunningham [2002]), and like its predecessors, the book avails itself of the handful of witnesses to the combat there. Sloan distinguishes himself with a seasoned journalistic approach, emphasizing the personal experience of young marines and civilian construction workers who defeated an initial Japanese attempt to land but succumbed to a second one. The possibility that Wake could have held out has generated conflicting memoirs and naval accounts, which Sloan draws on in his narrative as he recounts the fighting from the perspective of the foxhole. Collectively lauded as heroes at a grim time, when the war was going Japan's way, the marines are ably individualized by Sloan in ground-pounding dramatization of the gory action at every gun position. The last-stand courage of Wake's warriors continues to draw readers of military history. Gilbert Taylor
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“A thoroughly researched, cleanly written blend of history, narrative, and professional insight that cannot help but move you.”—James Webb, author of Fields of Fire and The Emperor’s General

“Given Up for Dead is the riveting account of a small garrison of Marines, sailors, and civilian workers who handed the Japanese their first defear of World War II in the Pacific. It is poignant, solidly researched, and told with brilliance and sensitivity. My hope is that this book will serve as a lasting tribute to a remarkable and heroic group of men.”—General P. X. Kelley, USMC (Ret.), 28th Commandant of the Marine Corps

"Drawing on the memories of a rapidly dwindling number of American (and a couple of Japanese) veterans ... [Given Up For Dead is] a blood and guts tale from the early days of WWII."—Kirkus Reviews

“Highly readable...exhaustively reported and researched, moves at a pace that screams.”—Marine Corps Times

"Given Up for Dead is a welcome find…. It is the 15 days of siege forming the core of the book that most readers are quite likely to remember most vividly…. By producing a nuanced account instead of a jingoistic, gung-ho glorification of a distant battle in a long-ago war, Sloan has added a valuable book to World War II literature."—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

"Given Up for Dead is especially effective in telling the story of the individuals caught up in the battle…. A dramatic recounting of those desperate days of December 1941 when a small island and the courage of its few defenders momentarily held the attention of a proud and grateful country. "—Dallas Morning News

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First, I was only nine years old when the attack on Pear Harbor and subsequent battle for Wake Island took place. I remember our father coming to the bed room and telling my older brother and myself that we were at war with Japan. At that time I hadn't even heard the name Pearl Harbor. Thought it was in San Francisco Bay. When naming the battleships which are named for states it kinda of added to the confusion. My folks, like everyone else in North America at the time were glued to the radio and the battle for Wake Island was very much in the news. Several months later a movie came out on the battle of Wake Island which I saw and left everyone with the impression their were no survivors. As an adult I read many articles on the Battle of Wake.Bill Sloan's book is probably the most detailed and informative which also cleared up a lot of misinformation documented by other writers.

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Bill Sloan accomplishes for me everything he set out to do--which is to give the reader a close-up, on-the-ground view of what it must have been like to endure the siege and the aftermath of this little-known struggle that represented the first face-to-face combat between the Japanese soldier and the American Marine. The endurance of these men is an everlasting tribute to both the Marine Corps and to the American spirit. And similar to what one finds when reading "Ghost Soldiers" or "Flag of our Fathers", one sees here the corruption of the bushido code by the Japanese military and the horrific consequences of this corruption--to both the Japanese foot soldier and later to US POW's. Credit to author Sloan for presenting a moving and enduring tribute to the brave men on both sides. And some welcome contrast to the conventional wisdom by restoring the reputation of that benighted scapegoat, Admiral Kimmel. How about a few more belated medals to these men who were every bit as courageous and effective in the performance of their duty as Alvin York and Audie Murphy.

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Mr Sloan gives a good account of a sadly unknown battle to many generations. The defenders of Wake set the tone for the rest of the Pacific campaign. The Imperial Empire found out that maybe they did not have the divine right to expansion and that the Americans were not the spoiled, lazy children of priveledge that they expected. While a great triumph for the men who fought there, Wake is, in my opinion a blemish on the US forces for essentially hanging them out to dry. Despite Kimmel's errors at Pearl Harbor, I do have to give him credit for at least trying to help out these abandoned men before his successor, in his infinite lack of "determinism", managed to FUBAR the whole mission and leave these US Soldiers and civilians out to dry. Disgraceful!

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(Berklee Guide). Learn the creative mindset and acquire the technical tools necessary for improvisation. These concepts and exercises will help you to discover a deeper source of music making, a greater quality of authenticity, and a discernable change in sound and phrasing that will enhance your performances of written music. You will learn to play by ear, apply musical theory to your instrument, and engage creatively with the elements of music, giving you a long menu of musical options. The accompanying recording includes demonstration and play-along tracks. You will learn: tools to connect melodic imagination to your instrument, with an enhanced sense of physicality; how to use scales, chords, modes, progressions, and other structures in your improvisation; a broad rhythm vocabulary; improvisation techniques for standard progressions, such as blues and II V's; to create richer lines by using approach notes, neighbor tones, and embellishments into an improvised melodic line.

• Sales Rank: #411782 in Books
• Published on: 2012-05-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 12.00" h x .37" w x 9.00" l, 1.15 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 144 pages

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So many of us classically trained musicians are intimidated, even terrified, at the idea of making music without a score. Eugene Friesen, master cellist, improviser, and pedagogue, demystifies the tools in a well-structured, empathetic guide that not only opens the doors to greater personal creativity and collaboration, making music in the moment, but also opens the ears to a deeper insight into the interpretation of a centuries old tradition. Without losing the sense of wonder and transcendence that music can achieve, Eugene Friesen breaks down and simplifies the basic components of improvisation. This invaluable resource is an important contribution to the evolving curriculum of classical music education in the 21st century. --Matt Haimovitz, Grammy�-nominated cellist, professor of cello at the Schulich School of Music at McGill University

One of the great joys of being an improvising violinist, beyond the obvious immediate gratification garnered onstage, is the chance to share your craft with the many string players who play so beautifully in the European classical tradition yet relish the chance to get off the page. Given how hard it is to put into words, much less the printed page, it is natural to yearn for materials that can be of use. In this regard, I feel this book is destined to be a classic in the field, because it so elegantly pinpoints the essential elements necessary for undertaking such a challenging journey without being trapped in any one stylistic framework. --David Balakrishnan, founding violinist with the Grammy-award winning Turtle Island String Quartet

Gene brings all the traits that make him a great musician, composer, and teacher to this method of teaching the art of improvisation. It is precise, humane/humorous, organized, and diverse, opening the mind and laying out techniques for improvising in whatever style the player chooses to explore. I think this is an invaluable and timeless work that will inspire classical musicians for generations to come. --Howard Levy, multiple Grammy� award-winning composer, pianist, and harmonica player; member of the Flecktones and Trio Globo

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A fine book for all classical musicians
By Christopher N. Brooks
This is an inspiring and helpful book by a master musician and teacher. Several topics that I, as a classical violinist, found particularly interesting and useful are: accompaniment techniques, the rhythmic techniques of hocket and polyrhythms, modes, and Latin music (which works particularly well played in a classical style). The book is a good size (you can actually get through it), with lots of written examples, and sound advice. P.S. Although Friesen is a ‘cellist, the application to other classical instruments, particularly strings, is easy.

3 of 5 people found the following review helpful.
serious cello work
By Rick Fleeter
for cellists who want to explore what you can do with a cello in all sorts of musical / performance settings, this is the book for you. It requires working through - it's not a breezy "how to", it's something you work with. I admit to not always having the time or patience to follow it in detail, but it's there if you want it. So the missing star is more me than the book! It's a great book and I'm a less great cello student.

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Don't judge a book by its cover
By rebecca may
I stumbled upon this very talented man on youtube after whiling away an afternoon looking for someone who plays the style of cello i want to; i visited his website, i bought the book here.
i was very excited when the book arrived but once i opened it i realised it wasn't for me. all the music is written in treble clef & doesn't suit the cello!'
so while i appreciate what eugene is saying in the book, it would take me a month of sundays to transpose everything to bass clef & play it on my cello.
very disappointing.

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