42 results for 'Sianne Ngai'

Sianne the Butterfly Fairy has a very special job. She provides butterflies with the magic they need to carry messages between the fairy and human worlds.But when her enchanted objects are stolen,...

Ugly Feelings by Sianne Ngai explores the cultural forms associated with non-cathartic states of feeling, such as envy, irritation, and paranoia. Ngai examines the aesthetics of these affects and...

Theory of the Gimmick Aesthetic Judgment and Capitalist Form by Sianne Ngai is a thought-provoking exploration of the concept of the gimmick in art and life. Ngai argues that the gimmick, often seen...

The zany, the cute, and the interesting are ubiquitous in postmodern culture. They dominate our art, commodities, and discourse about the ambivalent feelings these objects evoke. In this study,...

The Cute by Sianne Ngai explores the impact of an aesthetic 'of' or 'about' minorness on post-war and contemporary art. This anthology examines how artists have worked with and transformed the...

The Black Monk of Pontefract: The World's Most Violent and Relentless Poltergeist In 1960s Pontefract, a notorious poltergeist case unfolded at 30 East Drive, where former sceptic Bil Bungay...

The Advice Trap: Be Humble, Stay Curious & Change the Way You Lead ForeverMichael Bungay Stanier, author of the bestselling The Coaching Habit, returns with a new book that explores the challenges of...

Bailegangaire by Tom Murphy is a poignant exploration of the complexities of memory and family relationships. A frail elderly woman's repetitive tale of a village laughing match serves as a backdrop...

Bungay, a small market town in Suffolk, is renowned for its sparkling title and rich heritage. Its strategic location above the river Waveney has made it an attractive centre for invaders and...

Tono-Bungay is a satirical novel that explores the power of advertising and the modern press. When George Ponderevo's uncle employs him to market a miraculous cure-all, he finds his life overwhelmed...

Get the most detailed information for your outdoor adventures with the OS Explorer map of Southwold and Bungay.This Ordnance Survey map provides complete coverage of the area, including essential...

Ngaio Marsh: Her Life in Crime is a riveting biography that pieces together the life of one of Golden Age detective fiction's most iconic writers. Despite her flamboyant public persona, Marsh was...

Tono-Bungay is a realist semiautobiographical novel written by H. G. Wells and published in 1909. It has been called "arguably his most artistic book". The story follows George Ponderevo, who becomes...

Death in Ecstasy is the second volume in a set of omnibus editions presenting the complete run of 32 Inspector Alleyn mysteries. In this case, Roderick Alleyn investigates a mysterious death at a...

Opening Night marks the sixth volume in a set of omnibus editions presenting the complete run of 32 Inspector Alleyn mysteries. Ngaio Marsh's novel is a gripping tale that explores the darker side of...

Seventy-five years since the first Inspector Alleyn mystery was published, this seventh volume in a set of omnibus editions brings together 32 complete cases. In "Off with His Head Singing in the...

Commemorating 75 years since the Empress of Crime's first book, this ninth volume in a set of omnibus editions presents the complete run of 32 Inspector Alleyn mysteries. In "Clutch of Constables",...

Paul Bangay A Life in Garden Design by Paul Bangay is an illustrated memoir that explores the evolution of one of Australia's finest design minds. Through never-before-seen materials, this visual...

A Man Lay Dead - Enter a Murderer - The Nursing Home Murder The first volume in a set of omnibus editions, this collection commemorates 75 years since the publication of Ngaio Marsh's first book. The...

Jane Walker's family memoir tells the remarkable story of her father's impact on Kenya's coffee industry. A pioneer in his field, he played a significant role in shaping the nation's development.This...

Hand in Glove - Dead Water - Death at the Dolphin is the eighth volume in a set of omnibus editions presenting the complete run of 32 Inspector Alleyn mysteries. In this collection, Superintendent...

Photo-Finish - Light Thickens is the final volume in a set of omnibus editions presenting the complete run of 32 Inspector Alleyn mysteries. Set at a luxury mansion on New Zealand's Lake Waihoe, this...

Died in the Wool, Final Curtain and Swin are three gripping mysteries that showcase Ngaio Marsh's mastery of the detective genre. This collection commemorates 75 years since her first publication and...

Reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro is an incredible achievement, standing at nearly 4 miles above sea level. However, success is not guaranteed due to individual responses to rapid altitude...

Surfeit of Lampreys: Death and the Dancing Footman is the fourth volume in a set of omnibus editions presenting the complete run of 32 Inspector Alleyn mysteries. This collection commemorates 75...

Death in a White Tie / Overture to Death / Death at the Bar is the third volume in a set of omnibus editions presenting the complete run of 32 Inspector Alleyn mysteries. This collection commemorates...

Dame Ngaio Marsh was one of the most celebrated authors of classic British detective fiction. This book explores her fascinating literary world through original research by the curator of the Ngaio...

Southwold and Bungay OS Explorer Map provides detailed coverage of this area in Suffolk, England. The Ordnance Survey's most detailed map is ideal for walkers, horse riders, and off-road cyclists...

Zen Master Tales: Stories from the Lives of Taigu, Sengai, Hakuin, and RyokanThis collection of folk tales and Buddhist teaching stories brings to life four prominent Japanese Zen masters from the...

In the tenth volume of a set of Inspector Alleyn mysteries, Ngaio Marsh presents a gripping tale of murder, deceit, and family secrets. Chief Superintendent Alleyn is tasked with ensuring the...

Working in China's factories for an average of four to five years, the dagongmei are young women who leave their rural homes to work in urban centres. Despite knowing about the hardships of...

The Methuen Drama Anthology of Irish Plays brings together five major works from the Irish dramatic canon of the last sixty years. This outstanding collection features plays that have been hailed as...

Tom Murphy's second collection of plays explores themes of identity and memory. Conversations on a Homecoming features Michael's reunion with old friends in a poignant portrayal of Irish culture,...

The Chinese Question: How Global Politics Shaped the Gold Rushes. Between 1848 and 1899, more gold was mined than in the preceding three millennia, bringing immense wealth to individuals and nations...

The Lucky Ones: One Family and the Extraordinary Invention of Chinese America By Mae M. Ngai This book tells the story of the Tape family, who lived in post-gold rush San Francisco during a time of...

The recent changes in immigration history have been shaped by a transnational turn in scholarship. This shift has broadened the study beyond traditional European focus to encompass ethnicity, global...

Dazzle Ships: A World War I Story of Innovation and Art. During World War I, ships were painted with bold colours and crazy patterns to confuse enemy torpedo attacks. British Lieutenant Commander...

Wishes is an arresting and poetic journey about one Vietnamese family's search for a new home. Inspired by the author's own experiences, this powerful story follows a young girl as her family embarks...

In this gripping second installment of the Divergent series, Tris faces unimaginable challenges as war erupts in her world. As she struggles to save those she loves and herself, she grapples with...

Tris's world is on the brink of war as she navigates her complicated feelings and loyalties in this special edition of Insurgent. Exclusive content from Veronica Roth and stunning reimagined cover...

An abundantly illustrated history of fantasy art, from the Old Masters to the present, Enchanted explores how artists have brought to life mythology, fables, and fairy tales. Published to coincide...

Celebrate the tenth anniversary of Divergent with this special edition four-book boxed set. This collection includes all four books in the series: Divergent, Insurgent, Allegiant and Four, each...