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Surrealist Art and Thought in the 1930s examines the intersection of Hegelian aesthetics, experimental art and poetry, Marxism and psychoanalysis in the theory and practice of the Surrealist movement. Locating Surrealist art and thought between modernist art and revolutionary politics, Steven Harris investigates the consequences of the Surrealists' efforts to synthesize these diverse concerns, through the invention, in 1931, of the object and in the recasting of their activities as a mode of revolutionary science. Providing a context for the cultural and political debates in France and the Soviet Union during the 1930s, he also analyzes the debate on proletarian literature, the Surrealists' reaction to the Popular Front, and their eventual defense of an experimental modern art following their break with the French Communist Party in 1935.

The 150th anniversary of the birth of Lord Baden-Powell, the founder of the world's largest voluntary uniformed youth movement, fell on 22 February 2007. It was also the centenary of the Scout Movement. To celebrate the birth of Lord Baden-Powell and 100 years of Scouting, Scout historian Steven Harris has selected almost 200 wonderful photographs.These depict the founder, the Scouts themselves - showing them engaged in Scouting activities, and their numerous branches - and key places with a Scouting connection. Such images help to bring alive the many camps, excursions and duties enjoyed and performed by millions of youngsters and adults throughout the decades.These fascinating photographs, many of which have not been published before, are accompanied by informative captions. They will evoke nostalgic memories in the many past and present members of the Scout Movement, and will also appeal to all those with an interest in traditions, British institutions and social history.

Global power structures are changing. The United States and Europe are losing ground, as countries such as China and India increase their global reach. At the same time that new global players emerge, multinational corporations, global civil society organizations, and international media carve out their own spaces in international affairs. How will these changes impact the legitimacy of the United Nations? In Shared Responsibility, Carsten Staur examines the ability of the UN to combine its normative functions - defining global objectives, rules, and standards - with practical assistance for its 193 member states. Staur focuses on transformative global challenges, where the UN has the potential to play a critical role in assisting vulnerable countries in the aftermath of conflict, in further developing the concept of "responsibility to protect," in creating a more forceful system of accountability for mass atrocity crimes, and in re-launching sustainable development as the future's principal global development approach and as the basis for dealing effectively with both climate change and the responsible management of global resources. An insider's look at the UN, Shared Responsibility details the problems faced by the United Nations and presents solutions for the organization to remain relevant, legitimate, and action-oriented in the twenty-first century.

Material Imagination examines the interrelated concepts of matter, materialism, and materiality in postwar European art, from 1946-1972. Provides a unique perspective on European art by prioritizing material dimensions over concept or context, while also paying attention to theoretical and historical concernsExplores artists’ methods and materials in order to better understand the social and cultural environments in which their works of art were madeDemonstrates how materials can be harnessed to affect the critical interpretation of artworkBrings together exceptional illustrations and new research in eight essays by art historians and scholars

Originally ‘pianoforte’ (or sometimes fortepiano), but fairly swiftly becoming simply the piano, this fascinating instrument was invented nearly two centuries before the first motor car was manufactured. Just like the cars that followed Mr Benz’s first invention, the piano developed into an amazing machine with over 12,000 moving parts. Despite the digital world we now live in and people all too frequently being glued to screens and phones, the piano – whether in the private home, studio or concert hall – is still here and adored by millions. Largely made from bits of wood, wire, felt, metal and plastic, in the right hands this much-loved instrument can enchant its listeners and move people to both tears and wonderful exhilaration. The piano has proved to be a remarkable survivor, and this book explores its beauty, significance and enduring legacy.

Top presenter and trainer Steven Harris provides a highly charged practical guide to customer service, based on the award-winning principles used by his consultancy Energize Learning. Fired Up and Ready to Go! is packed with tips and exercises to help readers work towards peak performance both as individuals and within the teams they manage. The book is divided into three parts: Part One focuses on techniques for self-management and peak performance; Part Two describes the skills and behaviours required to engage effectively with customers and colleagues alike; finally Part Three focuses on the leadership skills needed to get teams, departments and companies all fired up and ready to go at all times!