Book Description
Recuperating a topic once central to philosophy, theology, rhetoric, and aesthetics, this groundbreaking book explores the discovery of sameness in otherness. Analogy poses an intriguingly ancient and modern conundrum. How, in the face of cultural diversity, can a unique someone or something be perceived as like what it is not? This book is for anyone puzzled by why today, as Barbara Maria Stafford claims, "we possess no language for talking about resemblance, only an exaggerated awareness of difference." Well-designed images, Stafford argues, reveal the mind's intuitive leaps to connect known with unknown experience.
The first of four wide-ranging chapters paints a challenging overview of several pressing contemporary issues. Cloning, legal controversies about social inequity, identity politics, electronic copying, and the mimicry of virtual reality expose the need for a nuanced theory of similitude. The second examines the historical tug-of-war between analogy and allegory, or disanalogy. Stafford provocatively suggests that, since the Romantic Era, we have been living in polarizingly allegorical times. The third roots this divisiveness within the momentous shift from a magical universe, modeled on sexual bonds, to an engineered world built of discrete automated units. Finally, recent developments in computational brain research notwithstanding, major phenomenological questions about memory, emotion, intelligence, and awareness beckon. In the fourth chapter, Stafford intervenes in the consciousness debates to propose a humanistic cognitive science with bridging/analogy at its artful core.
Customer Reviews:
Speaking Across Differences.......2000-03-16
There is no mention in this book of Friedrich Froebel, the founder of kindergarten, who might have (or should have) been mentioned because the book's subject-visual analogy, or, as Stafford defines it, the perception of similarity-in-difference-is the subject of the second educational toy (or "gift," as Froebelians call it) that Froebel presented to children. It consisted of three simple shapes: A sphere, cube and cylinder. The sphere represented unity, the cube diversity, and the cylinder (which is spherical from one angle, square from another) was a synthesis of the two, a reconciliation of opposites. That simple toy, as Norman Brosterman said in Inventing Kindergarten, was "the dialectic incarnate-Hegel for tots," for it taught children about analogical seeing, about similarity-in-difference, and, as Froebel himself put it, that "all consequences lie dormant in their antecedents." This new book by the author of Good Looking, Artful Science and Body Criticism (she teaches art history at the University of Chicago) is a densely written but richly illustrated plea for the restoration of analogy (the perception of someone or something as like what it is not) in art and nonart visual forms, but also in everything else that we do. As a culture, we withstand the damaging daily effects of "an explosion of discontinuous happenings," writes Stafford, brought on in part by the emphasis on "personal statements, irreducibly distinctive subjects, and contradictory opinions." At the beginning of the new millennium, the "diversification of diversity" (David Hollinger) and the postmodern assault on analogical reasoning have left us "incapable of speaking across differences." (Copyright by Roy R. Behrens from Ballast Quarterly Review, Vol 15 No 3, Spring 2000)
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Since its invention in 1839, photography has come to change not only the way we view the world, but the world itself. Every field—medicine, astronomy, journalism, art, geography, history—has been revolutionized by photography.
Now, spanning more than 166 years of photographic history and the work of more than 250 photographers, this comprehensive and global volume explores every aspect of photography-the newest inventions, revolutionary past, ever-changing technical and aesthetic developments, and the personal stories and styles of photographers worldwide. Illustrated with photographs from around the world, The Book of Photography is a beautiful and easy-to-use reference. Timelines summarize major milestones, while sidebars tell the human and technological stories behind them. Organized by subject, the book includes chapters on: Still Life, Cityscape, Architecture, Portraiture, Exploration, Ethnography, Wildlife, Photojournalism and Documents of Social Concern, Fashion and Advertising, plus a biographical dictionary of the major photographers, institutions, and key historical figures.
The authoritative book for those who want to increase their understanding and appreciation of photography, The Book of Photography is a wealth of knowledge to be treasured.
Customer Reviews:
The Book of Photography.......2006-02-24
What could be better than a book from the National Geographic Society that shows photos and how to take them? Great for a photography buff, or a magazine fan.
Average customer rating:
- It's Fun Read
- Terrific look into the past
- Beautiful Presentation Of This Historic Material
- Superman the Superchauvanist!
- A really good read!
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Book Description
Beginning in 1939, Superman reigned as the lead- ing hero of both comic books and newspaper comic strips. These formative stories star a Man of Steel who boldly tackles the social injustices of his day. This hardcover volume comes in a handsome slipcase.
Customer Reviews:
It's Fun Read.......2007-06-12
Since I wasn't around when these strips were first printed it's nice to know Superman early adventures.
Terrific look into the past.......2007-05-13
Back to the earliest visions of the "Man of Steel", before he even learned to fly! (Although he was certainly faster than a locomotive and could leap tall buildings) Not completely invulnerable, either, as in one of the early episodes presented, he's knocked unconcious by a bomb) By today's "elightened" standards, it's often politically incorreect, but let's face it, it's the way things were back then, and no point in trying to whitewash it. Fun reading, and a true period piece.
Beautiful Presentation Of This Historic Material.......2003-02-13
When comics publishers want their material presented just right, they go to Denis Kitchen, and that's what DC has done here. Jerry Siegel's and Joe Shuster's early "Superman" work was not terribly sophisticated, but it is historically important for its cultural impact and for the genre it created. It's also fun to read, and in this very attractive slipcased, hardcover edition, fun to own. The early newspaper version of Superman may have been superior to the contemporary comic book version- there is an excellent, very funny lookalike story in which Superman trades places with an even meeker and milder Clark Kent type for a day and makes trouble for various bullies.
The presentation here gets an A plus, with extra material, informative commentary, and another beautiful cover (and interior) design by the ever-excellent Peter Poplaski. This book, as well as the Sundays volume, perfectly compliments a similar treatment afforded to the "Batman" dailies and Sundays of the same period. Marvel should go this route with the early "Spider-Man" strips by Stan Lee and John Romita.
Superman the Superchauvanist!.......2002-12-19
These comic strips are a document of their times. Violent and chauvanistic. Superman terrorizes one criminal into having a heart attack, which doesn't stop him from giving the same treatment to another criminal. Lois Lane strives to get off the LoveLorn page - "Stay there, it's safer." Makes you want to grit your teeth. Doesn't mean these strips should be censored or made 'politically correct.' Not at all. Read, and realize how far we've come. But - how far have we come??
A really good read!.......2002-05-23
This wonderful book is a collection of Superman comics from the newspapers. (You know, one horizontal strip of three or four black-and-white frames.) There are nine *complete* episodes here: Episode 11 (1/8/40-2/8/40) through Episode 19 (12/2/40-3/8/41). Episodes 11 and 12 entangle America and Superman in a European war. (The dictator of Rutland has a funny uniform and sports a small moustache, looking vaguely familiar.) But my favorite is definitely the last, where Superman decides to help a meek, downtrodden man find his confidence, rise to his true level of competence, and marry the woman he loves.
This is a very nice collection of cartoons. Superman is not as "super" as in later stories: the newest Superman has biceps bigger than this one's head, and his flying isn't always 100%. However, the stories are interesting and fun to read. I like the comic-strip format, which makes the book easy to put down and pick up again. Most of all, though, I enjoyed a really good read! If you like Superman, or super-heroes in general, then I highly recommend this book to you.
Customer Reviews:
Hilarious.......2007-04-27
I've had this book since I was in middle school, and have read it a ton of times. Some of the jokes are totally out of date, many of them referencing the first Gulf War, the time before Giuliani when Manhattan was a nightmare et. al. That said, they all still hold up, especially the one on the back cover explaining the numerous reasons why you should buy the book. Heed that advice, and get an old copy of this hilarious time capsule.
Not Funny Any More.......2005-08-11
We were so enthralled with David Letterman that we redefined our humor lexicon to include this form.
Another reviewer expresses gratitude that we have preserved this form for our children. Here's a list forya:
10. You bet your sweet bippy.
9. Sock it to...me?
8. I'll drink to that.
7. Moving right along...
6. To the moon, Alice!
5. I'm growing tired...
Humor in the form of sound bites.......2005-03-06
The humor of the Late Night top ten lists has to be very difficult to write. While the topic provides some context, there is little else but common knowledge that the writers can use as a background. This means that the joke must be completely expressed in at most one or two short sentences. Despite this strict set of constraints, the lists are generally very funny, and this book is a collection of lists that appeared on the show before October 1990.
If you like your humor in small, easily digestible bites, then this is the book for you. Some lists will make you laugh, others will make you groan, but all will make you smile.
Still Funny After All These Years.......2002-05-16
I have read this book many times, and it still makes me laugh. Even if you are not a fan of David Letterman and cannot imagine his delivery of these lists, you will still get a chuckle.
The only thing against the book is that it is a little dated. The first tipoff should be the picture of Dave on the front cover. He hasn't had that much hair in a while. Secondly, these lists were written in the late 80s so the younger generation may not get all the political and cultural references (such as references to Dan Qualye).
I would still recommend this book for anyone needing or wanting a laugh.
The Original Lists Preserved for Our Children.......2001-10-06
This book takes you back to the cutting edge humor of the Late Night early years (Ok, 1994). The lists are here, you provide the laughs. Believe it or not, the lists are funny enough to read and reread.
This book is an essential for the Letterman fan, especially new fans who don't know or remember the good ol' days.
Book Description
David Letterman's Book of Top Ten Lists and Zesty Lo-Cal Chicken Recipes
by David Letterman and the Late Show with David Letterman Writers
It's like watching TV -- with the added danger of paper cuts!
Top Ten Apologies to People Buying This Book:
10. Cheap glue will only hold the thing together for about six days.
9. Some kids sneaked into the printing plant and added the word "ass" to a lot of the lists.
8. It costs about a dime to print one of these babies -- now take a look at the retail price, sucker!
7. We're using the money we make to buy "little Dutch girl" outfits for Dave's poodles.
6. The book was hastily assembled overseas by jabbering foreigners who don't give a damn about you or your family.
5. A drunk maintenance guy fell into the press and parts of him appear on pages 68-87.
4. Felt safe making jokes about the Amish on TV; forgot some of them might actually see the book.
3. Dave insisted on writing some of these and we had to play along.
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2. There is no remote control. Don't look for one.
1. The book ain't much better than the TV show.
Customer Reviews:
too much fun.......2007-05-08
Lettermans' Top Ten List have been a form of humour I have enjoyed for the longest time. Even the older versions (if you're old enough to remember celebs and politicans are still as funny today as they were the night they hit the airwaves. This book is no exception, plus the added bonus of a dress pattern for the husky bride/ or those renewing their vows.
William Brown
Houston, Texas
Aquired taste?.......2004-05-02
There's mabie a hand full of the list's that I thought were funny & a few had potential but for me most of them were for me pretty stupid.
Not the same when Dave isn't doing it live.......2002-10-27
Some of the lists are very funny, but it's missing something in book form because you're missing Dave's delivery. Also, a one-joke book gets kind of thin quick. I recommend only reading three or four lists at a time so the novelty doesn't wear off. Great bathroom reading.
The Lists Just Keep on Coming.......2001-10-06
This collection is from the Late Show era, not the Late Night era. However, believe it or not, these top ten lists are funny enough to read and reread. For those of you like myself, who are Letterman fans, this collection, like all previous collections, borders on the essential. Do yourself a favor, though, and buy the Late Night editions as well.
Worldwide Pants.......1999-09-10
This is another hilarious collection of Top Tens. Will they come out with any more?
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From the man who needs no introduction but gets one every night anyway on NBC... er, I mean CBS: One-hundred-and-sixty-five Top Ten lists! We couldn't find a Top Ten about the Internet to share with you, but here's a list that comes close (and closer every day):
Top Ten Signs You Have a Bad Long-Distance Company
10. So-called "dial tone" is just a guy with a kazoo
9. Everyone you talk to sounds like the drive-through at Wendy's
8. All calls are ten cents for the first minute, $94 each additional minute
7. In the background of every call you make: giggling
6. When you tell the operator you're trying to call a friend in Vermont, she laughs and says, "Hey pal, this ain't the Jetsons!
5. No matter what number you dial, the same guy answers
4. They insist on being paid with "ass, gas, or grass"
3. Every time you pick up the receiver, dirty gray water pours out
2. They bill you for calls made by somebody named Pepe, and when you complain, they say, "Whatsa problem, man, you no like Pepe?"
1. Their slogan is "Reach out and touch yourself"
And, the book really does come with a special bonus set of plans for an end-table by Norm Stamper: it looks pretty solid.
Book Description
David Letterman's Book of Top Ten Lists and Zesty Lo-Cal Chicken Recipes
by David Letterman and the Late Show with David Letterman Writers
It's like watching TV -- with the added danger of paper cuts!
Top Ten Apologies to People Buying This Book:
10. Cheap glue will only hold the thing together for about six days.
9. Some kids sneaked into the printing plant and added the word "ass" to a lot of the lists.
8. It costs about a dime to print one of these babies -- now take a look at the retail price, sucker!
7. We're using the money we make to buy "little Dutch girl" outfits for Dave's poodles.
6. The book was hastily assembled overseas by jabbering foreigners who don't give a damn about you or your family.
5. A drunk maintenance guy fell into the press and parts of him appear on pages 68-87.
4. Felt safe making jokes about the Amish on TV; forgot some of them might actually see the book.
3. Dave insisted on writing some of these and we had to play along.
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2. There is no remote control. Don't look for one.
1. The book ain't much better than the TV show.
Customer Reviews:
Not the same when Dave isn't doing it live.......2002-11-12
Don't get me wrong, some of the lists are very funny, but it's missing something in book form because you're missing Dave's delivery. Also, a one-joke book gets kind of thin quick. I recommend only reading three or four lists at a time so the novelty doesn't wear off. Great bathroom reading.
Read and Reread.......2001-10-06
Believe it or not, these top ten lists are funny enough to read and reread. For those of you like myself, who are Letterman fans, this collection, like all previous collections, borders on the essential. While perhaps not as "cutting edge" as the Late Night books, this is still a 5 star.
True Hysteria.......2000-06-20
This book is hysterically funny. Letterman's top ten lists are one of the greatest fresh contributions made to comedy in a while. This collection include's such wonderful lists as: (my personal favorite) Top Ten Slogans For The New Wonder-Bra ("The Quicker Picker-Upper"), and "Top Ten Ways To Make Madonna Angry" ("Tell her you love the way she turns the letters on Wheel of Fortune.") Great funny book. Light and fun reading.
Great Chicken Recipes!.......1999-09-10
A great collection of the Top Tens! Hilarious
Customer Reviews:
Not the same when Dave isn't doing it live.......2002-11-12
Don't get me wrong, some of the lists are very funny, but it's missing something in book form because you're missing Dave's delivery. Also, a one-joke book gets kind of thin quick. I recommend only reading three or four lists at a time so the novelty doesn't wear off. Great bathroom reading.
Just As Funny As The Last One.......2002-05-16
Reading David Letterman's Top Ten Lists will get a laugh out of you, even if you are not a big fan and can't imagine Dave presenting the lists to you. If you can imagine him saying these, you will cry from laughing so hard. One of my favorites is "Top Ten Least Exciting Superpowers for Comic Book Superheroes."
To fully understand the humor of this book, you have to be familiar with the references he makes. This book was written in the early 90s, so you need to be familiar with the first George Bush and Dan Qualye, as well as the headlines from that time.
I would still recommend this book. This book will still amuse anyone who reads it.
Yes, Yes, Yes.......2001-10-06
I realize I am probably wasting my time writing a review of this book. If you don't already own it, your not looking it up to buy it now, so nothing I can say will convince you to buy it. Anyways, here goes:
These top ten lists are funny enough to read and reread. If you are just starting your collection, I would recommend the original book. However, quickly add this volume to your collection.
An Altogether new book of.....PURE GENIUS!.......1999-12-18
This book is one of the most hilarious I've read in a long time! This book includes some of the best Top Tens such as: "Top Ten Amish Spring Break Activities", "Top Ten Mafia Euphemisms for Death","Top Ten Categories on Iraqi Jeopardy!", and of course, "Top Ten Freak Accidents on the 'Today' Show Set". This book will keep you on the floor laughing for long time! (At least it did for me) In addition, don't forget to read the foreword by David himself and the nice, warm introduction from Steve O'Donnell- the head writer from "Late Night with David Letterman". If you haven't already gotten the point, here it is: BUY THIS BOOK!
Where's my pants?.......1999-09-10
Almost as good as the show
Book Description
David Letterman's Book of Top Ten Lists and Zesty Lo-Cal Chicken Recipes
by David Letterman and the Late Show with David Letterman Writers
It's like watching TV -- with the added danger of paper cuts!
Top Ten Apologies to People Buying This Book:
10. Cheap glue will only hold the thing together for about six days.
9. Some kids sneaked into the printing plant and added the word "ass" to a lot of the lists.
8. It costs about a dime to print one of these babies -- now take a look at the retail price, sucker!
7. We're using the money we make to buy "little Dutch girl" outfits for Dave's poodles.
6. The book was hastily assembled overseas by jabbering foreigners who don't give a damn about you or your family.
5. A drunk maintenance guy fell into the press and parts of him appear on pages 68-87.
4. Felt safe making jokes about the Amish on TV; forgot some of them might actually see the book.
3. Dave insisted on writing some of these and we had to play along.
.
2. There is no remote control. Don't look for one.
1. The book ain't much better than the TV show.
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