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"Magnificent masterpieces of the Western world are presented in their cultural and historical settings. From the restrained classical tradition to energetic and spontanious modern art, each artistic movement is interpreted through its major paintings, sculptures and works of architecture. Comments from internationally known art experts and critics assist in understanding and appreciation of the works" -- from cover.
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Follow the adventures of Robert and Mireille as you learn to understand and speak French. Applauded by language teachers in high school through college, French in Action introduces French culture and increases users' fluency through language immersion. The continuing story of Mireille and her family and her friends take viewers throughout Paris and around the French countryside, through common and comical encounters. On-camera instruction by Dr. Pierre...
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Two semester telecourse on Western civilization built around the classroom lectures of Eugen Weber, author, historian, and professor at UCLA. Weber's lectures survey developments in politics, economics, industry, agriculture, art, philosophy, and daily life from ancient Egypt to our own time.
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The lives and works of 13 renowned American poets are interpreted through dramatic readings, archival photographs, dance, performances, and interviews in this inspiring series. Illustrative poems in each program are accompanied by insights into their historical and cultural connections.The series covers the terminology of poetry and the larger role of poets in American and world literature studies.