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Improvisation

Smartly written and with many broad-ranging interviews with musicians from a variety of disciplines, including flamenco, classical music, and jazz, guitarist Derek Bailey's IMPROVISATION: ITS NATURE AND PRACTICE IN MUSIC explores attitudes towards improvisation and the widely differing techniques adopted by artists in their practice of the art. Bailey is illuminating on the basic principles of Indian ragas, interviewing sitar player Viram Jasani and breaking down the music's elements to aid understanding of this complex and fluid form. He also talks to rock guitarist Steve Howe of Yes, who conveys something of the contemporary Western musician's attitude towards improvisation. But Bailey's main interest lies in the jazz field, and his conversations with the late soprano saxophonist Steve Lacy are fascinating on the development and methods of free improvisation and its place in the increasingly hierarchical jazz world. IMPROVISATION makes no claims to being a handbook on improvisatory technique, but Bailey is a thoughtful and occasionally brilliant guide through the many musical genres in which improvisation plays a vital role.

Rya Collection Abstract Shapes Rug (3'6 x 5'6)

Add a contemporary touch to your decor with our Rya collection abstract shapes rug.

Rya rug is a modified acrylic hand-hooked in China

Rya is a Scandinavian term for shag or also known as the Viking rug
The rug highlights a
group of colorful abstract shapes
The rug boasts rich colors in camel, burgundy, navy, sage, cocoa, black, red, ivory

Tip: We recommend the use of a non-skid pad to keep the rug in place on smooth surfaces.

All rug sizes are approximate. Due to the difference of monitor colors, some rug colors may vary slightly. Overstock.com tries to represent all rug colors accurately. Please refer to the text above for a description of the colors shown in the photo.

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Structure Of The Life Course

Current debates in life course studies increasingly reference theories of individualization, standardization, and differentiation in the structure of the life course. This volume brings together leading scholars from a variety of fields to assess the theoretical underpinnings, the empirical evidence, and the implications of existing arguments. The contributions include comparative-historical work, demographic analysis, and detailed survey research. The topics covered include historical, cross-cultural, and racioethnic variation in the transition to adulthood, the school-to-work transition, educational careers, retirement, activity characteristics over the life span and the life course context of psychological well-being. The various contributions expand our understanding of the contemporary life course and its implications. The authors offer innovative theoretical and methodological approaches that demonstrate the utility of holistic approaches to conceptualizing the life course and understanding... Structure Of The Life Course
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The Economics of Industrial Innovation

Technical innovation has moved to center stage in contemporary debates on economic theory and policy, and Chris Freeman and Luc Soete have played a prominent part in these debates. For this new edition of The Economics of Industrial Innovation, they have rewritten all the existing chapters and added ten new ones that address recent advances in theory and in policymaking. In the new chapters they deal with the international dimensions of technical change including underdevelopment, technology transfer, international trade, and globalization. They have also strengthened the historical account of the rise of new technologies, a main feature of earlier editions. They take advantage of their experience on projects for the OECD, the European Union, and industry in other new chapters on The Information Society and on environmental issues, as well as in the updated discussion of science and technology policy.
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Gold/Green Contemporary Wool Rug (8' x 11')

Let unique, modern style infuse life into your home's decor with the gold and green Contemporary Collection wool rug.
Hand-tufted of 100-percent wool, the piece boasts a camel gold background and olive border. An eye-catching interior border is created of squares in tones of gold, green, sienna, and umber; each square is highlighted by a unique symbol. A cotton canvas backing provides strength and durability. We recommend the use of a non-slip pad to keep your rug in place on slick surfaces.
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Chinese Nationalism in the Global Era

The twentieth century has been a century of nationalism in China, beginning with the nationalist revolution of 1911. Drawing on the explosion of writings about nationalism in the Chinese speaking world, this new book highlights the main themes of the Chinese nationalist tradition and shows how they are central to the discourse of Chinese politics and foreign policy today.
The study analyzes trends within Chinese nationalism, explaining the principles behind contemporary debates as they have unfolded since the late 1980s. Presenting a number of perspectives including those of the state and dissent in mainland China, as well as alternative views from Taiwan, Hong Kong and the Chinese diaspora, Hughes sets current discussions within the context of the long history of Chinese nationalism.
One of the first systematic treatments of Chinese nationalism in the 1990s, the book provides conceptual insights allowing the reader to grasp the complex weave of Chinese nationalist sentiment... Chinese Nationalism in the Global Era
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Drawing Blood

From the hottest voice in contemporary horror comes a hip, sensual, and totally original reimagining of the haunted house story. Trevor McGee is a survivor. Twenty years ago, his father took the lives of his mother, his brother and himself in an inexplicable explosion of murder and suicide. Now Trevor has returned home to face the demons. . . .
Drawing Blood
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Hand-tufted Busy Black Wool Rug (4' x 6')

Vivid, contemporary style and fine craftsmanship make the Busy Black wool rug a must-have for any home or office.
Hand-tufted of 100-percent wool pile
Contemporary circles design against a black background
Accented by shades of gold, dark brown, light purple, dark purple, light orange, dark orange, red, and creamy beige
Tip: We recommend the use of a non-skid pad to keep the rug in place on smooth surfaces.
All rug sizes are approximate. Due to the difference of monitor colors, some rug colors may vary slightly. Overstock.com tries to represent all rug colors accurately. Please refer to the text above for a description of the colors shown in the photo.
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