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Kevin Costner—Oscar-winning actor, director, and producer—has captivated audiences for over four decades with his unforgettable performances in films like Dances with Wolves, The Untouchables, JFK, Waterworld, and the global TV phenomenon Yellowstone. But who is the man behind these legendary roles? In this exclusive collection of interviews, journalist and longtime Costner confidante Silvia Bizio compiles forty years of conversations with the star, offering an intimate look at his cinematic journey, creative philosophy, and personal reflections. From his early struggles to his Hollywood triumphs and his latest epic project, Horizon: An American Saga, Costner’s voice shines through, providing rare insights into his passion for storytelling, his love for Westerns, and his unwavering commitment to authenticity in cinema. With a foreword penned by Costner himself, this book is a must-read for film lovers, aspiring filmmakers, and fans of one of Hollywood’s greatest icons. Complemented by 40 stunning photographs, including behind-the-scenes shots and artistic interpretations of his most iconic characters, Kevin on Costner is a definitive tribute to an American legend.

Donna Summer — six-time Grammy Award-winning artist, Oscar winner, and disco music pioneer — left an unforgettable mark on the world of music. With over 150 million records sold, she revolutionized the dance floor and became one of the most influential voices in pop history. But beyond the flashing lights and pulsating beats, who was the woman behind the music? Written by acclaimed music historians Andrea Angeli Bufalini and Giovanni Savastano, this definitive biography is more than just a book — it’s a journey through four decades of music, culture, and transformation. Featuring exclusive interviews with Summer and those closest to her, the book provides an intimate look into her career, creative process, and personal struggles. From her groundbreaking hit "Love to Love You Baby" — which celebrates its 50th anniversary in November 27 2025 — to her legendary performances at Studio 54 and beyond, this book explores the historical, social, and musical impact of an artist who transcended genres and generations. With over 450 stunning images, this book is an essential tribute to a star who continues to inspire audiences worldwide.

Vincent is a teen Nightmare Blogger. Teenagers from all around the globe love him but his extreme connection to Edgar Allan Poe is almost driving him crazy. He has extrasensory perception and he knows that in order to understand his infernal powers he will have to trace back the mysterious events that marked the final days of the writer from Baltimore.

In a single volume, Dance in Cuba is the one and only complete reference. It explores all the currents and genres of Cuban dance, from their beginnings to today: from the Ballet Nacional de Cuba to Danza Contempóranea de Cuba; from the many dance companies – such as the extraordinary Acosta Danza – to entertainment dancing. All the facets of the fascinating universe of rhythms and “born to dance” artists of the Big Island.

Clint Eastwood —five-time Academy Award winner, six-time Golden Globe winner, and a defining force in American cinema— has left an indelible mark on film history. But beyond the tough-guy personal and directorial genius, who is the man behind the camera? In this deeply insightful interview collection, journalist Jean-Paul Chaillet compiles over 35 years of conversations with Eastwood, covering his most significant films, creative process, and personal philosophy. From his early Western days with Sergio Leone’s iconic "Dollars Trilogy" to critically acclaimed masterpieces like "Mystic River" and "Million Dollar Baby", Eastwood shares his experiences in his own words, offering a rare glimpse into his approach to storytelling, acting, and directing. Eastwood opens up about his directing style, Hollywood encounters, and career-defining decisions, including his choice to turn down legendary roles like James Bond and Superman. This book captures the essence of an artist who has shaped the film industry for more than half a century. For film lovers, aspiring filmmakers, and Eastwood fans, this book is an unmissable portrait of an American legend, told through decades of exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes moments from his greatest films.

This is the most respected and most widely-read Russian ballet manual in the world, written in 1938 by Agrippina Vaganova (Russia’s most influential ballet teacher of all time) and published in its final version (renowned as the 3rd edition) in U.S.S.R. in 1948. The book is presented – for the first time in English! – in its complete, unabridged, original form.  Agrippina Vaganova played a pivotal role in the rebirth of Russian ballet, and her teaching method has gained unparalleled fame throughout the world. This Russian ballet techniques reference manual is the basis for all other classical ballet textbooks. The book contains the original text, additional documentation, contextual analysis, a biographical essay of Vaganova’s lifetime achievements, photos, specific illustrations of movements, forms and positions of her ballet method, and a fundamental new study on the influence of the Italians (led by Enrico Cecchetti) on the development of Russian ballet.

The sensational discovery of this work by Grazioso Cecchetti, son of the great Italian ballet master Enrico (1850-1928), represents the only direct testimony of the famous Cecchetti method of classical ballet (the Italian School), until now passed down exclusively through the writings of his followers and students. Over 700 original sketches and drawings by the author himself, included in this work, make it a truly complete handbook on the most celebrated and widely used classical dance method in the anglo-saxon world. The work is divided into two volumes, as was the original.  This first volume explores theory of the positions, barrre exercises, porte de bras, exercises in the center, poses, adagio movements and adagi.

The sensational discovery of this work by Grazioso Cecchetti, son of the great Italian ballet master Enrico (1850-1928), is now made extremely valuable since it represents the only direct testimony of the famous Cecchetti method of classical ballet (the Italian School), until now passed down exclusively through the writings of his followers and students. Over 700 original sketches and drawings by the author himself, included in this work, make it a truly complete handbook on the most celebrated and widely used classical dance method in the anglo-saxon world. The work is divided into two volumes, as the original. Specifically, this second volume explores allegro exercises, pointe work and turns, exercises in turns, enchaînements, variations, programs and daily exercises for the week, and a glossary of dance terms.