Global Art

Art today is defined by its relationship to money as never before. Prices of living artists' works have been driven to unprecedented heights, conventional boundaries within the art world have collapsed, and artists now think ever more strategically about how to advance their careers. Artists no longer simply make art, but package, sell, and brand it. Noah Horowitz exposes the inner workings of the contemporary art market, explaining how this unique economy came to be, how it works, and where it's headed.

This is the first book to closely examine the curatorial work that the celebrated poet Frank O'Hara (1926-1966) undertook for the Museum of Modern Art in New York and abroad. Upon his premature death, the New York Times obituary ran with the headline: 'Frank O'Hara, 40, Museum Curator / Exhibitions Aide at Modern Art Dies – Also a Poet'. However, in the half a century since, O'Hara's fascinating career as a curator has been eclipsed by the critical attention given over to his poetry.

The 98-stanza meter-and-rhyme translation of "Legenda Luceafarului" - an entrancing masterpiece by Mihai Eminescu (1850-1889), the Romanian national poet - captures the essence of the original work's musicality and poetic nuance. It is the story of a young princess' longing and impossible love for the immortal star who, sharing her love, takes human form and tries to become mortal.

Zanim powstała Lista Schindlera, był człowiek, który przez 46 lat walczył, by świat usłyszał prawdę. Leopold „Poldek” Page — ocalały z Holokaustu — nie pozwolił zapomnieć o odwadze, która ocaliła życie 1300 Żydów. To opowieść o spotkaniu, które zmieniło bieg historii. O cichym bohaterze, który przekazał dalej największe świadectwo XX wieku.

Discover the Epic Story of Cinema—From Flickering Frames to Streaming Screens. In The Global History of Film, acclaimed author Oliver Greyson delivers an engaging and comprehensive narrative of the world’s most captivating art form. Spanning over a century, this book traces the evolution of cinema from its earliest experiments in light and motion to the groundbreaking films of today.

Based on comprehensive research, including gathering and analyzing input from 48 intercultural experts and her own personal and professional experience, Global Cultural Interplay introduces Osnat Lautman’s innovative TCAP™ Model consisting of four spectrums that form the foundation of an informed global mindset: Trust, Communication, Authority, and Process. Made to elevate your multicultural business approach in theory and practice, Lautman presents dozens of countries' positions on the four spectrums, illustrating and intertwining them with experts’ stories and advice.

Between 1965 and 1985, the world underwent profound social, political, and technological transformations. The Civil Rights Movement in the United States achieved key victories, including the Voting Rights Act of 1965, but racial tensions and systemic inequalities persisted. Meanwhile, the Vietnam War escalated, igniting widespread anti-war protests and fracturing American trust in government. This disillusionment culminated in the Watergate scandal, leading to President Nixon's resignation in 1974 and reshaping public perception of political leadership.

Doing business in the post-global financial crisis (GFC) is extremely challenging for most. Traditional capital has all but dried up. This has created challenges and opportunities for business decision makers to embrace public-private partnerships in order to determine the best business climate, provide public-backed incentives to close expansion & relocation projects and reduce operating and start-up costs.

Hip-hop music, a cultural and artistic movement that emerged in the Bronx, New York City, during the early 1970s, has evolved into a global phenomenon with far-reaching impacts on music, fashion, language, and social activism. The genre, characterized by its distinct rhythms, rhymes, and innovative sampling techniques, has transcended geographical and cultural boundaries, leaving an indelible mark on societies across the world.

Set against the backdrop of America's drug war, Atlanta’s urban communities, and the city’s vibrant music scene, Trap History takes an introspective look at the birth, rise, and global impact of trap music. From past interviews and firsthand encounters with trap music artists such as T.I., Gucci Mane, Jeezy, Future, and Migos, A.R. Shaw takes listeners on a journey that is informative, entertaining, poignant, and inspiring. Trap History stands as the first book that firmly details the origins of the rap subgenre, trap music.

Along the coast via Albufeira and Lagos, the journey goes inland to Al Jezur. In Lisbon, explore the narrow streets of the city with the 'Electricos' and visit the "Torre De Belem". The Portuguese kings spent the summers in Sintra, in their residences surrounded by gardens full of flowers. The Mosteiro de Batalha and the Convento de Christo, the castle of the Knights Templar are on your route north, the "cradle of the country". The old town of Porto is a World Heritage Site.

An unforgettable journey through the grandiose natural landscape of the Rocky Mountains, across Canada from the Atlantic east coast to the Pacific beach. You will experience the mighty water masses of Niagara Falls, the luxury train "The Canadian" and multicultural cities. Halifax, Ville de Quebec, Montreal, Toronto, Niagara Falls, The Canadian, Canadian Rockies and Vancouver.

A journey through the unique land of the Maya and Aztecs. Accompanied by a speaker, begin your journey in Mexico City. The vibrant metropolis with numerous monuments, such as the Templo Mayor, is the starting point of the 7-day trip. Mexico City, Xochimilco, Acapulco, Palenque, Agua Azul, Uxmal, Merida, Chichén Itzá, Tulum, Cancun, Chapala, Tonala, Tequilla and Copper Canyon.

Descubre un enfoque revolucionario para transformar tu cuerpo y tu alma. Este no es un libro más sobre dietas; es una guía que fusiona la alimentación consciente, la espiritualidad y el bienestar integral. Aprende a ver cada bocado como una oportunidad para crecer, sanar y evolucionar, mientras alcanzas el peso que siempre soñaste.