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Historical Dictionary of Figure Skating
Authors: Hines James R.
Published: February 2025

Figure skating is the most popular televised sport at the Olympic Winter Games and is the oldest of the winter sports, having first been contested at the Games of the fourth Olympiad in London in 1908. No other sport creates such a perfect balance between athleticism and artistry, and the athletes—many of them household names like Oksana Baiul, Brian Boitano, Nancy Kerrigan, Evan Lysacek, Katarina Witt, and Kristi Yamaguchi—spend years in training to make it look effortless.

The Historical Dictionary of Figure Skating relates the history of the sport through a chronology, an introductory essay, an extensive bibliography, appendixes, and over 800 cross-referenced dictionary entries on hundreds of skaters, past and present, but also on skating countries, governing bodies, skating disciplines, technical elements, skating styles, and many other subjects. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the history of figure skating.
Blood, Guns, and Testosterone
Authors: Donovan Barna William
Published: February 2025

Since the early days of film, the representation of masculinity has changed considerably. In the beginning, men instinctively knew right from wrong. They rode to the rescue and saved the day in the nick of time to the admiration and gratitude of society. But over the decades, heroes have evolved from being larger than life and infallible to being cynical, washed up, unwanted outsiders. Violent content in these films also 'evolved'_from fistfights and gunplay to brutal attacks and nuclear explosions_repeatedly ramping up in frequency, intensity, and graphic depictions. But there is more to a violent film genre than violence, and Blood, Guns, and Testosterone: Action Films, Audiences, and a Thirst for Violence brings an entirely new understanding to the nature of such entertainment. In this book, Barna William Donovan examines masculinity and violence in action and adventure films and discusses how the most ardent fans of the genre incorporate this controversial form of entertainment into their lives. Donovan argues that far from becoming violent, the fans of the action film look at the genre as an artistic rumination on the nature of violence, good and evil, and the ever-changing definitions of manhood. At their very best, or most interesting at least, these films may even reflect on the nature of violence, on human nature, on aggression, and how a self-reflexive, moral society can deal with violence. And since so much of the violence of the world has always been perpetrated by men, action films_more often than not_are contemplations of the complicated meaning of manhood. In addition to fans of the genre, Blood, Guns, and Testosterone will appeal to scholars of film, history, popular culture, gender studies, and audience research.
Historical Dictionary of Cycling
Authors: Mallon Bill , Heijmans Jeroen
Published: February 2025

The nearly 150-year-old sport of cycling had its first competition in France in 1868. Soon afterward, the need arose for purpose-built cycling tracks because of poor road conditions at the time. Racing on blocked off pieces of street or grass soon evolved into racing on special tracks called velodromes. This development marked the split into what are still the two main forms of cycling competition: road racing and track racing. Initially, track cycling was more popular in terms of public attention and money to be earned by racers, but this gradually changed in favor of road racing, which has been the most popular form of cycling since at least the end of World War II.

The Historical Dictionary of Cycling takes a closer look at the sport, as well as discussing the use of bicycles as a means of fitness, touring, and commuting. This is done through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, photos, a bibliography, and over 500 cross-referenced dictionary entries on cycling's two main disciplines—road and track—as well as brief overviews of the other forms of cycling. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about cycling.
Historical Dictionary of Music of the Classical Period
Authors: Boer Bertil van
Published: February 2025

When we speak of “classical music” it often refers rather loosely to serious “art” music but at the core is really the music of the classical period running from about 1730 to 1800, give or take. This was truly one of the most glorious periods for both composition and performance and it is this classical music which is still at the core of today’s repertoire. Obvious names connected with this period are Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, but there were many more still reasonably well known like Gluck and C.P.E Bach, and dozens more who are regrettably little known today.

This Historical Dictionary of Music of the Classical Period includes not only these composers, but also eminent conductors and performers, patrons, and publishers. There are also dictionary entries on major centers of music-making, typical instruments, important technical terms, and emerging musical forms, including the symphony and opera. Indeed, with a 1,000 cross-referenced entries, there is information on most matters of interest. This is prefaced by an extensive chronology, tracing the course of this period from year to year, and an introduction taking a careful look at the period as a whole. Finally, there is a substantial bibliography. Surely, this is a book which will appeal not only to students and researchers but all music-lovers.
Historical Dictionary of Kosovo
Authors: Elsie Robert
Published: February 2025

As the seventh and probably last state to arise from the ruins of the former Yugoslavia, Kosovo is the newest country in Europe. For centuries, Kosovo, also known as Kosova, was part of the Ottoman Empire, and for most of the 20th century, it was a province of what was once Yugoslavia. After the military conflict in 1998-1999 and a period of administration by the United Nations, Kosovo declared its independence from Serbia on February 17, 2008. Focusing not only on Kosovo's turbulent recent years, the second edition of the Historical Dictionary of Kosovo also relates the country's rich culture and long history. This is done through a chronology, an introductory essay, an extensive bibliography, and over 400 cross-referenced dictionary entries on significant persons, places, and events; institutions and organizations; and political, economic, social, cultural, and religious facets. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Kosovo.
Historical Dictionary of Tennis
Authors: Grasso John
Published: February 2025

The sport of tennis has been played in one form or another for more than 800 years. It can trace its roots to games played by monks in the 12th century. Through the years the game has evolved from one in which the ball was struck with the hands to the modern game in which rackets are used to propel the ball in excess of 150 miles per hour. From the sport of the elite to the sport played by elite athletes, tennis has grown immensely in the past 135 years and it remains one of the few sporting pastimes that is played extensively by people of all ages and all nationalities.

The Historical Dictionary of Tennis presents a comprehensive history of the game through a chronology, an introductory essay, a bibliography, photos, and over 500 cross-referenced dictionary entries on places, teams, terminology, and people, including Arthur Ashe, Björn Borg, Don Budge, Chris Evert, Roger Federer, Billie Jean King, Rod Laver, Suzanne Lenglen, John McEnroe, Rafael Nadal, Martina Navratilova, and Bill Tilden. Appendixes of the members of the International Tennis Hall of Fame, the Major Championships of Tennis, and the Olympic games are included. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about tennis.
From Crusade to Hazard
Authors: Adams Bianka J.
Published: February 2025

From Crusade to Hazard: The Denazification of Bremen Germany relates how the American and British combat forces and military government officers occupied, administered, and denazified Bremen and its environs from 1945 to 1947. The three distinct phases in administering Bremen had a profound impact on the denazification of the city. Denazification legislation was first determined by the Americans, then by the British, and then again by the Americans. Throughout, denazification teams tried to find a middle way between the American dictum of a radical purge of the whole population and the less ambitious British goal of only cleansing the administration.

This delicate balancing act led to an implementation of a purge that was unique to the Bremen enclave. While it succeeded in discovering and punishing many of the main functionaries of the Nazi regime, it also fell victim to its own ambition and collapsed underneath the weight of its administrative processes. As deadlines and waning governmental support forced a quick end to the program, the bloated denazification bureaucracy resorted to classifying most of the remaining cases as benign "followers," even when they hardly deserved that label. At a time when interest in de-politicizing old classes of administrators affiliated with dictatorial regimes is being increasingly fueled by contemporary world events, this book is a particularly valuable contribution.
Historical Dictionary of the Philippines
Authors: Guillermo Artemio R.
Published: February 2025

Asia is one of the most rapidly developing regions in the world, and knowledge of the individual countries is crucial for our understanding of the area. The Republic of the Philippines, composed of a chain of islands in Southeast Asia, became a Spanish colony during the 16th century and was then ceded to the United States following the Spanish-American War. After independence in the 20th century, the Filipino people suffered under the 20-year rule of the dictator Ferdinand Marcos, which ended as a result of a "people power" movement in 1986. Since then, the history of the Philippines has been marked by several more political coups, but a growing economy and democratic elections are increasing stability in the country.

Artemio R. Guillermo covers more than four centuries of Filipino history in this newly expanded and updated third edition of the Historical Dictionary of the Philippines, which contains more than four hundred entries on important persons, places, events, and institutions. An updated introduction with a detailed chronology precedes the dictionary and lays out the current situation in the region, while a comprehensive bibliography at the end of the dictionary leads the reader to additional sources. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the Philippines.
Keeping U. S. Intelligence Effective
Authors: Lahneman William J.
Published: February 2025

Keeping U.S. Intelligence Effective: The Need for a Revolution in Intelligence Affairs explores whether the U.S. intelligence enterprise will be able to remain effective in today's security environment. Based on the demands currently being placed upon the intelligence community, the analysis concludes that the effectiveness of U.S. intelligence will decline unless it embarks upon an aggressive, transformational course of action to reform various aspects of its operations.

In keeping with the emerging literature on this subject, the book asserts that a so-called Revolution in Intelligence Affairs is needed. The need for a Revolution in Intelligence Affairs implies that no amount of evolutionary adjustments to existing intelligence community practices will keep U.S. intelligence effective. While evolutionary reforms might be necessary, they will not be sufficient to permit the intelligence community to target successfully the various threats and emerging issues that populate today's and tomorrow's security environment.
Historical Dictionary of Haiti
Authors: Hall Michael R.
Published: February 2025

One of the world’s poorest nations, Haiti shares the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic. Haiti proclaimed its independence from France on January 1, 1804 following the only successful slave revolt in the Americas. As a result of the Haitian Revolution (1791-1804), Haiti became the first independent Latin American nation and the second independent nation in the Western Hemisphere, after the United States. Throughout its history it has suffered political violence, and in 2010 it suffered a devastating earthquake, which killed over 200,000 people and countless people lost homes and businesses.

The Historical Dictionary of Haiti covers the history of Haiti starting in 1492 with the initial discovery of the island Haiti shares with the Dominican Republic to the present day. The dictionary itself contains over 400 cross-referenced entries on crucial aspects of Haitian history, and it is the most extensive single-volume reference work on Haiti available. In addition to the dictionary, this book provides a chronology containing important dates and events and an informative bibliographical section organized by subject. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Haiti.
Encyclopedia of Sports Films
Authors: Edgington K , Erskine Thomas , Welsh James M.
Published: February 2025

Whether chronicling an athlete's rise, fall, and redemption or following a team's improbable triumph on the field, sports have been a favorite theme of filmmakers almost since movies were first produced. And whether focusing on soccer (Bend It Like Beckham), boxing (Rocky and its sequels), hockey (Slap Shot), baseball (Bull Durham), football (The Longest Yard), basketball (Hoosiers), cycling (Breaking Away), or tennis (Wimbledon), such films capture the competition and thrill of sport. All major films with a primary focus on athletic endeavor are contained in Encyclopedia of Sports Films. In this volume, more than 200 fictional feature-length movies released between 1925 and 2010 are described, including comedies, dramas, and biopics. While the focus is on Hollywood productions, independent films and foreign releases are also represented. Though boxing and baseball films have tended to dominate the genre, many other sports are also included here, including skiing, curling, and cricket.

Arranged alphabetically by title, each main entry contains a synopsis of the film, principal production information, and a critical analysis. In addition to the main entries, credits and brief descriptions for more than 200 films are also provided. DVD and VHS distributors are included, if available. Appendixes include made-for-television movies, documentaries, and films based on or inspired by true events and persons. For teachers who wish to incorporate films into their lesson plans, as well as librarians ordering titles for their patrons, Encyclopedia of Sports Films will be a valuable resource.
Historical Dictionary of Jesus
Authors: Harrington, SJ Daniel J.
Published: February 2025

Jesus of Nazareth is arguably the most famous and influential human being who has ever lived on earth. In the Historical Dictionary of Jesus, author Daniel J. Harrington delves into the ancient literary sources about Jesus, modern methods of approaching these sources, the major events in Jesus' life, persons and places associated with him, the form and content of his teachings, what can be said about his death and the claim that he was raised from the dead, and the contributions of major modern scholars to the quest of the historical Jesus. The book consists of three parts: an introduction to the major topics pertaining to Jesus as a historical figure; a cross-referenced dictionary containing 400 entries on a range of topics, including things Jesus did and said, ancient sources of historical data, and modern scholarship and interpretation; and a bibliography listing some of the most important books related to Jesus and the world in which he lived. This concise and objective reference work provides a clear and accurate introduction to the study of Jesus as a historical figure.
Masterworks of George Enescu
Authors: Bentoiu Pascal
Published: February 2025

Often considered Romania's greatest musical force and a significant mind of the 20th century, composer George Enescu (1881-1955) achieved international fame and succeeded in incorporating Romanian spirituality into worldwide culture. Masterworks of George Enescu provides a profound and very detailed analysis of more than 25 of this important composer's most representative works. Translated from musicologist Pascal Bentoiu's Romanian publication, Lory Wallfisch presents this vital work for the first time to English-speaking audiences, providing the worldwide public with the tools to understand and enjoy Enescu's music.

Bentoiu presents a kind of travel diary through Enescu's creative legacy, offering a comprehensive, well-documented, knowledgeable, and generously illustrated analytical study of the composer's greatest masterpieces. Works such as the Romanian Rhapsodies, the Second Suite for Orchestra, Vox Maris, Impressions d'Enfance, his opera Oedipe, and several sonatas and quartets are carefully examined and admired for their substance and their ability to add dignity to the musical world. The works are presented chronologically, considering their conceptual realization as well as their inception and completion. Illustrated with more than 400 musical examples, this impressive study is a perfect guide toward the thorough enjoyment of Enescu's masterpieces.
Living Green
Authors: Gay Kathlyn
Published: February 2025

What does living green mean? For some, it means making a commitment to reduce, reuse, and recycle every day. For others, it also means respecting and conserving our natural resources, so they will be available in the future. In Living Green: The Ultimate Teen Guide, readers learn why protecting the environment is such a crucial undertaking and why and how young adults should take up this important cause.

Living Green demonstrates how reckless indifference to our planet’s needs jeopardizes not only plants and animals but the existence of mankind. This volume addresses such concerns as leaving a low carbon footprint, protecting wildlife, saving natural resources, conserving trees and gardens, and fighting for environmental justice. Most importantly, Living Green explores the many ways that teens can make a difference—in their homes, communities, and in the world at large.

While some of the teen efforts described here may be familiar, the author also focuses on issues seldom addressed, such as dumping toxic waste on poor and powerless communities. The book includes quotes from green advocates and teens who consider themselves eco-friendly, as well as useful advice that will help young adults embrace a lifestyle that will positively affect generations to come.
The MLS Project
Authors: Swigger Boyd Keith
Published: February 2025

In 1951, the American Library Association (ALA) Council approved new standards for accrediting library education programs. These standards shifted accreditation from the bachelor's degree to the master's degree, making the master's degree in library science the professional credential for entry into the profession. At the time, librarians believed this change would transform the practice of librarianship, the nature of library education, and the social standing of librarianship as an occupation.

In The MLS Project: An Assessment after Sixty Years, Boyd Keith Swigger examines the reasons the American Library Association enacted the change and looks at the consequences of this decision. Reviewing the last several decades, Swigger addresses a number of concerns: What were librarians' and library educators' arguments for changing the system of library education? What problems were they trying to solve? What were their objectives? Did the change in the structure of library education solve the problems perceived in the late 1940s? Have the objectives set then been accomplished in the half century since? What have been the intended and unintended outcomes of the change?

In his review, Swigger draws general conclusions about the MLS Project, the perception of librarianship, libraries, the developments of curriculums in library schools, and how librarianship compares to the new information professions. The MLS Project is an informative and critical evaluation that every librarian should read.
History of Libraries of the Western World
Authors: Harris Michael H.
Published: February 2025

This edition of the History of Libraries in the Western World represents a substantial revision of the earlier edition, taking into account the "information revolution" that has swept the West since 1945 and the political revolution that swept across Europe beginning in 1986. In addition, recent scholarship has been incorporated throughout the text, with special emphasis on the work centered around the "new history of the book." The bibliographies at the end of each of the twelve chapters have been thoroughly revised to reflect the very considerable new work on library and book history.
Ottemiller's Index to Plays in Collections
Authors: Montgomery Denise L.
Published: February 2025

The standard location tool for full-length plays published in collections and anthologies in England and the United States since the beginning of the 20th century, Ottemiller's Index to Plays in Collections has undergone seven previous editions, the latest in 1988, covering 1900 through 1985. In this new edition, Denise Montgomery has expanded the volume to include collections published in the entire English-speaking world through 2000 and beyond. This new volume lists more than 3,500 new plays and 2,000 new authors, as well as birth and/or death information for hundreds of authors. Representing the largest expansion between editions, this updated volume is a valuable resource for libraries worldwide.
Johana Harris
Authors: Paquin Ethel
Published: February 2025

Johana Harris was a musical prodigy who began her education in her native Canada, then moved to New York at the age of 12. The youngest student ever admitted to the Juilliard Graduate School of Music, Harris was destined for greatness on the world stage. However, exploitation by her mother and then by her husband Roy Harris, coupled with the prejudice shown women during the mid-20th century kept her from achieving that pinnacle.

Johana Harris: A Biography brings to light the life of an unheralded musical genius, as well as providing new information on her husband Roy Harris, about whom very little is known. This revealing look at the lives of two important musicians—who were referred to in the middle years of the last century as "Mr. and Mrs. American Music"—is the first book published about these two people.
The Comedy of Charlie Chaplin
Authors: Kamin Dan
Published: February 2025

From his early shorts in the 1910s through his final film in 1967, Charlie Chaplin's genius embraced many arts: mime, dance, acting, music, writing, and directing. The Comedy of Charlie Chaplin: Artistry in Motion examines Chaplin's fusion of these arts in his films, providing new understanding of how movement communicates, how comedy routines are structured, and how stage skills can be translated to the screen.

An acclaimed comic performing artist himself, Dan Kamin brings a unique insider's perspective to the subject. He explores how Chaplin's physical virtuosity led him to create the timeless visual comedy that brought silent films to their peak. Kamin uncovers the underlying principles behind the filmmaker's gags, illuminating how Chaplin conjured comedy from the fundamental physical laws of movement. He then presents provocative new interpretations of the comedian's sound films, showing how Chaplin remained faithful to his silent comedy roots even as he kept reinventing his art for changing times.

Kamin also offers new insights into how Chaplin achieved rapport with audiences and demonstrates how comedy created nearly a century ago is still fresh today. Lavishly illustrated with many never-before-published images, The Comedy of Charlie Chaplin provides the only in-depth analysis of Chaplin as a movement artist and physical comedian. Revealing the inner working of Chaplin's mesmerizing art, this book will appeal not just to Chaplin fans but to anyone who loves comedy.

This paperback edition features an annotated bibliography and a foreword by Scott Eyman, author of Empire of Dreams: The Epic Life of Cecil B. DeMille and Print the Legend: The Life and Times of John Ford.
Representing Black Music Culture
Authors: Banfield Bill
Published: February 2025

In this collection of essays, interviews, and profiles, William Banfield reflects on his life as a musician and educator, as he weaves together pieces of cultural criticism and artistry, all the while paying homage to Black music of the last 40 years and beyond. In Representing Black Music Culture: Then, Now, and When Again?, Banfield honors the legacy of artists who have graced us with their work for more than half a century.

The essays and interviews in this collection are enhanced by seven years of daily diary entries, which reflect on some of the country's most respected Black composers, recording artists, authors, and cultural icons. These include Ornette Coleman, Bobby McFerrin, Toni Morrison, Amiri Baraka, Gordon Parks, the Marsalis brothers, Spike Lee, Maya Angelou, Patrice Rushen, and many others. Though many of the individuals Banfield lauds are well-known to most readers, he also turns his attention to musicians and artists whose work, while perhaps unheralded by the world at large, are no less deserving of praise and respect for their contributions to the culture. In addition, this volume is filled with candid photographs of many of these fellow artists as they participate in expressive culture, whether on stage, on tour, in clubs, behind the scenes, in rehearsal, or even during meals and teaching class.

This unique book of essays, interviews, diary entries, and Banfield's personal photographs will be of interest to scholars and students, of course, but also to general readers interested in absorbing and appreciating the beauty of Black culture.
Historical Dictionary of the World Bank
Authors: Tenney Sarah , Salda Anne C.
Published: February 2025

When it was founded back in 1944 no one could possibly have foreseen how the World Bank – known more formally as the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) – would flourish. Today, with 188 members, it is by far the largest lender for projects in agriculture, health, infrastructure and many other fields in developing countries around the world, with a budget of billions of dollars and a staff of more than 9,000, and its advice is usually heeded by both the developing countries which borrow from it and the advanced ones which contribute.

This second edition of the Historical Dictionary of the World Bank shows the substantial progress the Bank has made, this mainly through the dictionary section with concise entries on its component institutions, related organizations, its achievements in various fields, some of the major projects and member countries, and its various presidents. The introduction explains how the Bank works while the chronology traces the major events over nearly 70 years. Meanwhile, the list of acronyms reminds us just who the main players are. And the bibliography directs readers to useful internal documentation and outside studies.
Historical Dictionary of Chinese Cinema
Authors: Ye Tan , Zhu Yun
Published: February 2025

Motion pictures were first introduced to China in 1896 and today China has become a major player in the film industry. However, the story of how Chinese cinema became what it is today is an exceptionally turbulent one. It encompasses incursions by foreign powers, warfare among contending rulers, the collapse of the Chinese empire, and the massive setback of the Cultural Revolution.

The Historical Dictionary of Chinese Cinema covers the history of Chinese cinema from its very beginning in 1896 to the present. This is done through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section contains several hundred cross-referenced dictionary entries on films, directors, and historical figures. This book is an excellent access point for anyone interested in Chinese cinema and for scholars interested in investigating ideas for future research.
Historical Dictionary of the Spanish Civil War
Authors: Romero Salvadó Francisco J.
Published: February 2025

The tragedy that devastated Spain for 33 months from July 1936 to April 1939, was, first and foremost, a brutal fratricidal conflict, the product of the fatal clash between diametrically opposed views of Spain and an attempt to settle crucial issues which had divided Spaniards for generations: agrarian reform, recognition of the identity of the historical regions (Catalonia, the Basque Country), and the roles of the Catholic Church and the armed forces in a modern state. Being a war between Spaniards, it was particularly brutal, but it was also part of the broader move toward war in Europe and thus sucked in many “volunteers” from abroad. And it left a deep imprint since General Francisco Franco remained at the helm of the country until his death in 1975.

The Historical Dictionary of the Spanish Civil war covers the history of the war, first through a long chronology, which highlights the major steps from the incubation to the conclusion. The overall situation is summed up in the introduction. Then the dictionary section fleshes it out, with over 600 entries on persons, places, events, institutions, battles, and campaigns. More reading can be found in an extensive bibliography. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the Spanish Civil War.
Bridges to Understanding
Authors: Pavonetti Linda M.
Published: February 2025

This is the fourth volume sponsored by the United States Board on Books for Young People, following Children's Books from Other Countries (1998), The World Through Children's Books (2002), and Crossing Boundaries (2006). This latest volume, edited by Linda M. Pavonetti, includes books published between 2005 and 2009.

This annotated bibliography, organized geographically by world region and country, with descriptions of nearly 700 books representing more than 70 countries, is a valuable resource for librarians, teachers, and anyone else seeking to promote international understanding through children's literature. Like its predecessors, it will be an important tool for providing stories that will help children understand our differences while simultaneously demonstrating our common humanity.
Reel Men at War
Authors: Donald Ralph , MacDonald Karen
Published: February 2025

As they transition into adulthood, many American boys and young men spend a considerable amount of time engaging in physical sports, playing violent video games, and watching action movies, including war films. In many cases, boys spend more time exposed to media models than they do with their fathers. If, as social learning theorists say, masculinity is learned directly through a system of positive and negative reinforcement, what manly behaviors do war films clearly define and reinforce? And what un-manly behaviors do war films clearly prohibit?

In Reel Men at War: Masculinity and the American War Film, authors Ralph Donald and Karen MacDonald consider the influence that war films bring to bear on the socialization of young boys in America. Analyzing nearly 150 American war films and television programs, this book considers such issues as major male stereotypes—both positive and negative—in film, the influence of sports as an alternate to mortal combat, why men admire war and value winning so highly, and how war films define manly courage.

Throughout the book the authors comment on the depiction of post-traumatic stress disorder, the stages of grief, and suicide in war films, as well as applying Jungian and Freudian theories to war and soldiering. Reel Men at War will be of interest not only to professors and students of cinema and mass communications but also to scholars of history, gender studies, and sociology.
Singing in Russian
Authors: Olin Emily
Published: February 2025

With its unique blend of eastern and western traditions of music and poetry, the world of Russian vocal music is rich in spirituality, intimacy, and passion for singers and their audience. Russian song traditions offer an ideal opportunity for self-expression and the forging of a deep connection with one’s listeners. It also presents formidable challenges to singers at every level, ranging from the complexities native to sung and spoken Russian to the intricacies of diction and interpretation that lie behind the nuanced relationship between Russian music and poetry.

Founded on the underlying principle that sung language differs dramatically from spoken language, Singing in Russian offers a comprehensive and accessible approach to understanding, mastering, and performing Russian vocal music. After covering the basics of the Cyrillic alphabet and Russian grammar and diction, author Emily Olin encourages readers to take the innovative step of using the music itself to guide the singer’s pronunciation and interpretation. English sound comparisons, linguistic and musical examples, and multifaceted exercises complement textual explanations, reinforcing the techniques Olin has employed for over three decades. The addition of repertoire lists and practical recommendations further equip singers to confidently go from start to stage. Furthermore, the online audio examples contain exercises that demonstrate and reinforce the correct sound and interpretation of everything from the alphabet to the presentation of vowels, consonants, words, and phrases.These can be found at: https://soundcloud.com/user-869634200/sets/singing-in-russian-a-guide-to-language-and-performance

Singing in Russian is an invaluable resource for students, performers, teachers, directors, conductors, and coaches seeking to increase their access to Russian opera and art song, master the challenges they present to performance, and expand their personal, professional, and institutional repertoire on stage.
Conversations with Cinematographers
Authors: Ellis David A.
Published: February 2025

David A. Ellis has interviewed some of the most influential and highly regarded cameramen of the last half century and more, and he has assembled these exchanges in Conversations with Cinematographers. While their names may not be known by the general public, these men and their work have left indelible imprints on the silver screen. Among those interviewed are several award-winning artists:

• Douglas Slocombe (Kind Hearts and Coronets, Julia, Raiders of the Lost Ark)

• Oswald Morris (The Guns of Navarone, Fiddler on the Roof, Oliver!)

• Christopher Challis (A Shot in the Dark, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Top Secret!)

• Billy Williams (Women in Love, The Wind and the Lion, Gandhi)

• Freddie Francis (Sons and Lovers, The Elephant Man, Glory)

• Chris Menges (The Killing Fields, The Mission, The Reader)

• John De Borman (The Full Monty, Hamlet, An Education)

• Gilbert Taylor (Dr. Strangelove, A Hard Day's Night, Frenzy, Star Wars)

• Jack Cardiff (Black Narcissus, The Red Shoes, The African Queen)

• Nicolas Roeg (Fahrenheit 451, Far from the Madding Crowd, Petulia)

• Alex Thomson (Excalibur, Legend, Hamlet)

• Walter Lassally (Tom Jones, Zorba the Greek, Heat and Dust)

• Anthony Dod Mantle (Slumdog Millionaire, The Last King of Scotland, 127 Hours)

Along with several camera operators who were also interviewed, these cinematographers recount their experiences on sets and reveal what it was like to work with some of the most acclaimed directors of all time, including Alfred Hitchcock, Fred Zinnemann, Carol Reed, John Huston, David Lynch, and Steven Spielberg. With valuable insight into the craft of moviemaking, this collection of interviews will appeal to film professors, scholars, and students, as well as anyone with an interest in the art of cinematography.
VIDEO GAMES AND MENTAL HEALTH
Authors: Tze Yik Chiang , Suaibon Rosnadia , Mahmud Asma Assa’edah
Published: February 2025

Video games used to be entertainment that could only be accessed in arcades or computer stores. But the development of technology allows it to be easily played through a smartphone with a screen that can be held in the palm of your hand every day. This article discusses the analysis of the relationship between video games and mental health. Nowadays, playing video games is a form of entertainment for many people, but it is often associated with the development of possible negative effects such as aggressive behaviour, depression, and addiction. The aim of this article is not only to examine the negative aspects of video games in relation to mental health but also to show how video games can benefit its players. Although much has been done to investigate the harm and possible adverse effects of video games, the potential of video games to promote the well-being of society is still under-explored and research on it is still being conducted.
A MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE OF THE INTERNATIONAL MAJOR INCIDENT EXERCISE AND COMPETITION, IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE 14TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING OF THE UNJANI FACULTY OF MEDICINE, INDONESIA
Authors: Abu Hassan Hasliza , Ramli Sarah Iziani
Published: February 2025

In this reflective writing, the author intends to revisit our significant involvement in both an international disaster jamboree and a specialized scientific meeting centred on disaster management. These noteworthy events took place in the lively city of Bandung, Indonesia. With sincere gratitude, the authors as members of the Faculty of Medicine and Defence Health (FPKP), National Defence University of Malaysia (NDUM) would like to share our experience of being invited as respected guests and judges at the International Major Incident Exercise and Competition, held concurrently with the 14th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Jenderal Achmad Yani (Unjani), Indonesia.
DIGITAL FORENSIC READINESS IN CYBERSECURITY: A REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE AND IDENTIFICATION OF KNOWLEDGE GAPS
Authors: Mohd   Zainudin Norulzahrah , Hasbullah Nor   Asiakin , Wook Muslihah , Ramli Suzaimah , Mat Razali Noor Afiza
Published: February 2025

This literature review and gap analysis present an overview of the current state of digital forensic readiness realm over the past five years. The significance of digital forensic readiness (DFR) has grown in importance for organizations to adequately prepare for potential cyber-attacks and effectively respond. The review reveals a lack of standardization in digital forensic readiness practices across different types of organizations and industries, indicating a need for more standardized approaches and guidelines. Another notable gap identified is the limited focus on emerging technologies, necessitating further research to ensure that digital forensic readiness practices keep pace with technological advancements. The review emphasizes the ongoing need for research to address the gaps in current knowledge, enabling organizations to enhance their preparedness to respond to potential cyber-attacks quickly and effectively, as well as ensure the integrity of digital evidence collection and forensic investigations. Additionally, it underscores the critical components of a comprehensive digital forensic readiness program, including incident response, risk management, and threat detection.
Peningkatan Hasil Belajar Peserta Didik pada Pembelajaran Pendidikan Pancasila Menggunakan Model Cooperative Learning Tipe Numbered Head Together di Kelas IV SD Negeri 15 Ulu Gadut Kota Padang
Authors: Rasima Juina , Mansurdin Mansurdin
Published: February 2025

This research is motivated by several problems found in the field, including teacher-centered learning, the dominance of lecture methods, and the implementation of group learning that is not optimal. This has an impact on students who feel bored, not confident, and less active in learning. This study aims to improve student learning outcomes in Pancasila Education learning using the Numbered Head Together type Cooperative Learning model in class IV of SDN 15 Ulu Gadut, Padang City. This research is a Classroom Action Research (CAR) which is carried out in two cycles, with 25 students as research subjects. Research data were collected through observation, tests, and non-tests. The results of the study showed an increase in: (1) assessment of teaching modules from cycle I meeting I by 87.5% (C) to 91.7% (B) at meeting II, and increased to 95.83% (A) in cycle II;  (2) teacher and student activities in cycle I meeting I were 83.33% (C), increasing to 91.7% (B) in meeting II, and reaching 95.83% (A) in cycle II; (3) learning outcomes in the knowledge aspect in cycle I meeting I were 67.2% (D), increasing to 85.6% (C) in meeting II, and reaching 88% (B) in cycle II; (4) learning outcomes in the skills aspect in cycle I meeting I were 73.9% (D), increasing to 80.5% (C) in meeting II, and reaching 89% (B) in cycle II. The average overall learning outcomes increased from 71.704% (D) in cycle I meeting I to 81.36% (C) in meeting II, and reaching 88.836% (B) in cycle II.  Based on these results, it can be concluded that the use of the Numbered Head Together type of Cooperative Learning model can improve student learning outcomes in Pancasila Education learning in class IV of SDN 15 Ulu Gadut, Padang City.
Macroeconomic effects of Interest Rate in Nigeria: A Rolling Impulse Response Approach
Authors: Olanrele Iyabo Adeola , Angahar Jacob Sesugh
Published: February 2025

The study examines the macroeconomic effects of interest rate shocks in Nigeria using a rolling impulse response method within a structural vector autoregressive (SVAR) framework. It fills a gap in understanding how interest rate fluctuations affect key economic indicators, including GDP growth, inflation, and exchange rate (EXC), by assessing their reactions to interest rate changes over various time periods. Results indicate that interest rate shocks significantly influence GDP growth, inflation, and exchange rate initially, with these effects fading within 4-6 months. The varied responses across different periods reflect changing economic conditions. The study suggests that policymakers should adopt a flexible approach to interest rate management, considering the current economic context. Additionally, ongoing monitoring of how key economic indicators react to interest rate changes is essential for effective policy development.
Sistem Pendukung Keputusan Penentu Merek Handphone Terbaik Daerah Jawa Tengah Menggunakan Logika Fuzzy Tahani
Authors: Sugiarto Triga Agus
Published: February 2025

Smartphone usage has become increasingly widespread and integral to daily life, with more than 80% of adults in Indonesia using smartphones. The diversity of features and applications available on smartphones, such as high-quality cameras, internet browsing, and social media, makes them a popular choice compared to other electronic devices. However, the wide range of designs, specifications, and prices can make it difficult for potential users to choose a smartphone that meets their needs. To assist in this selection process, a Decision Support System (DSS) based on fuzzy logic Tahani has been developed. This system is designed to provide smartphone recommendations based on several key criteria such as brand, Antutu score, purchase location, camera quality, RAM capacity, and price. With this method, the DSS can handle uncertainty and consider various criteria to deliver recommendations that best match the preferences and needs of individual users.
I’m Here with You and I Hear You: Reflections on Engaging in the Work of Suppressing Histories That Have Oppressed Us
Authors: Botex Sharieka Shontae
Published: February 2025

I aim to inspire people to suppress language and practices that oppress people. I engage with scholarship to advocate for learning from suppressed communities. I call for rhetoric and composition scholars to recognize how the existence and progress of oppressed communities require suppressing language and practices that oppress those communities.
2024 CCCC Chair’s Letter
Authors: Condon Frankie
Published: February 2025

This letter was written for the CCCC membership in June 2024.
Analisis pemungutan pajak restoran menurut Perda Kota Manado No. 2 Tahun 2011 pada Badan Pendapatan Daerah Kota Manado
Authors: Manengkey Tesalonika Ave , Warongan Jessy D. L. , Mintalangi Syermi S. E.
Published: February 2025

One of the regional taxes with growing potential, as service sector components are increasingly emphasized in development policies to support economic growth, is the restaurant tax. According to Manado City Regional Regulation No. 2 of 2011, Part II concerning Regional Taxes, the Restaurant Tax is a tax on services provided by restaurants. A restaurant is a facility that provides food and/or drinks for a fee, including restaurants, cafeterias, canteens, stalls, bars, and similar establishments, including catering services. This research aims to analyze the collection process of restaurant tax according to Manado City Regional Regulation No. 2 of 2011 at the Manado City Regional Revenue Agency. The analytical method used is descriptive. The research results show that the procedure for collecting restaurant tax is carried out by taxpayers visiting the tax office. The procedure for paying restaurant tax is through self-assessment. Taxpayers can make payments online via mobile banking, banks, or other payment channels provided by Bapenda. The restaurant tax collection procedure is conducted through field visits with an assignment letter from the office to remind and collect payments from taxpayers who have not paid their bills. Restaurant tax bookkeeping is done when taxpayers pay via a smart card system. Incoming payments are immediately recorded, summarized, and reconciled with the amount deposited into the account.
Investigating the Effect of Market Orientation Dimensions on Non-Financial Firm Performance in the Nigerian Fintech Sector
Authors: Nnaji Chinwe F. O. , Ayodele Oniku , Patrick Okonji
Published: February 2025

This study investigated the effect of the dimensional use of the Market Orientation (MO) model on non-financial performance in the Nigerian Fintech sector. Specifically, this study employed the dimensions of customer orientation, competitor orientation, and inter-functional coordination of the Narver and Slater market orientation model. The Resource-based View Theory underpinned this study. This study employed a descriptive research design, with a population of 2451 employees from Fintech firms in Lagos State, Nigeria. A sample size of 345 employees was obtained using the Yamane formula, while convenience sampling was adopted for the study based on the respondents’ availability and willingness to participate in the study. Data collected was analysed using correlation and regression analysis. The findings revealed that the MO dimension of inter-functional coordination negatively affects the non-financial performance of the selected Fintech firm. In contrast, the other dimensions (customer orientation and competitor orientation) showed positive and significant relationships with non-financial performance. The study, therefore, recommends synergy among the employees and various departments within the Fintech firms under study for efficient and effective dissemination of information to enhance the organisation's overall performance. As the regulator of these Fintech firms, the Central Bank of Nigeria must strongly support the Fintech sector through attainable policies.