Best Selling Books by Linda WILLIAMS

À partir des années 1960, le cinéma américain commence à sortir de sa « longue adolescence » : Elizabeth Taylor prononce des mots jusqu’alors interdits, Dustin Hoffman perd sa virginité dans les bras de Mrs. Robinson, Jon Voight fait le gigolo dans les rues de New York. À Hollywood, la sexualité fait enfin son apparition comme sujet et comme question de mise en scène. Comment représenter les rapports charnels ? Comment les intégrer à la narration et à la vie émotionnelle des personnages ? Quelle expérience le spectateur fait-il de telles scènes ? Dans l’art du dévoilement et de l’occultation, au cœur de la mise à l’écran du sexe, une véritable politique de la représentation des corps est en jeu. Films étrangers, cinéma d’exploitation ou d’avant-garde, films populaires ou d’auteur, cyberpornographie, Linda Williams explore de vastes territoires afin de comprendre la dynamique historique et culturelle par laquelle la sexualité, d’obscène, est devenue « en/scène ».Linda Williams est professeur d’études cinématographiques et de rhétorique à l’université de Berkeley, en Californie. Son ouvrage de référence, Hard Core: Power, Pleasure and the “Frenzy of the Visible” est le premier à avoir théorisé le cinéma pornographique. Elle est également l’auteur de Playing the Race Card: Melodramas of Black and White from Uncle Tom to O. J. Simpson, une histoire culturelle des rapports entre Blancs et Noirs aux États-Unis.

Die Überwindung von autoritären Formen der Kindererziehung und monogamen, eheähnlichen Zweierbeziehungen war immer wieder integraler Bestandteil utopischer Gesellschaftsentwürfe auf Seiten der politischen Linken. Ebenso waren viele AktivistInnen der 1968er-Bewegung der Überzeugung, soziale Revolution sei nicht ohne "befreite" Sexualität denkbar. Die Hoffnungen, die mit der Idee einer "sexuellen Revolution" verbunden wurden, haben sich jedoch nicht erfüllt: Radikale Kommune-Projekte scheiterten, die fortschreitende Liberalisierung führte zur Kommerzialisierung von Sex(arbeit). Feministinnen kritisierten zu Recht, dass Fragen von Reproduktionsarbeit und Heterosexismus in gesellschaftsverändernden Entwürfen der Linken nur selten mitbedacht wurden. Mit der vorliegenden Dokumentation von linkskommunistischen, freudo-marxistischen und (queer)-feministischen Texten wird die Frage aufgeworfen, inwiefern Projekte einer gesamtgesellschaftlichen politischen Emanzipation mit einer Kritik der Sexualität einhergehen kann. Dabei geht es auch um neue Beziehungsformen wie die "erotische Freundschaft", Praktiken zur Überwindung einer genitalfixierten Sexualität oder um die Frage, wie (Un-)Lust mit Lohnarbeit zusammenhängt. Über den Umweg einer historischen Spurensuche versucht dieses Buch, emanzipatorische Elemente freizulegen.

Linda Williams Harris takes the reader through joys of motherhood as well as the tragic death of her son. In her poetry we understand the depth of a mother''s love and the devastation death can bring to the soul. But more importantly we see the source of her strength and how her faith in God was renewed during her journey through grief. A Flower In My Garden speaks of her role as a new mother, of rearing small children, and then coping with the sudden tragic death of her second child. Each poem tells a story of its own. The reader shares her most intimate feelings as she faces for the first time entering in his room, disposing of his things, and the hurt each new season brings. A Thought in the Night was actually written first. Linda believes these poems were reconciling with God. Her need to purge the anger and guilt and find peace with death was necessary for her healing to begin. Since writing this book, Linda has developed a new sense of purpose. She hopes this book will help others find new meaning to their life after the death of a child.

Unveiling Grace: Linda''s Journey Through Life''s Storms" stands as a testament to Williams''s unwavering dedication to capturing the resilience of the human spirit. Through meticulous research, compassionate storytelling, and an unwavering commitment to authenticity, she breathes life into the inspiring journey of individuals whose stories transcend the mere pages of a book. Linda Williams firmly believes in the transformative power of storytelling to foster connection, empathy, and understanding. In her works, she seeks to illuminate the shared threads of the human experience, reminding readers that in the face of adversity there often lies an untapped well of strength waiting to be discovered.As Williams continue to explore the art of storytelling, she remains steadfastly dedicated to crafting narratives that resonates with the hearts of readers, encouraging them to find hope, courage, and inspiration in the diverse tapestry of the human journey.

The story of a little old lady who was never afraid of anything, until one night while walking through the woods she has the scare of her life! ‘The little old lady’s fearless attitude and her clever solution as to what to do with the lively shoes, pants, shirt and pumpkin head that are chasing her will enchant young audiences. With brilliantly colored, detailed folk art illustrations. A great purchase.’—School Library Journal.

The horse is in the pigpen ... the pigs are in the chicken coop ... and you''ll never guess where the chickens are!Heeey, Ma! Something very strange is happening on this little farm. None of the animals are where they belong! The only person who can sort it all out is Ma -- but Ma is terribly busy. What will the animals and one puzzled little girl do if Ma never has time to get everything back the way it''s supposed to be? The author-illustrator team who created The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything will charm readers with a playful text that begs to be read aloud and delightfully slapstick illustrations of one discombobulated farmyard.

When a priceless jeweled mask goes missing, Barbie is on the case to solve the mystery.

''To free Teletsia won''t be easy. If it comes to war, the present rulers'' weapons are better than ours and their warships more advanced. Nevertheless there may be ways we can fight them.''.... This book shows how, if one is in total harmony with the all-pervading power at the basis of creation, one can achieve a surprising amount in the most unexpected ways. But humans always have free will, and can go any which way..... It is now five years since the young people ran away from their country. They have grown up and become wiser, and are now strong both as fighters and on a subtler level. They want to return and free their homeland, with the help of the many friends they have made on their travels. However, there is a serious and unforeseen problem..... This book is the conclusion of The Awakening of Navi Septa, an allegory of a great life journey we can all take. Hopefully, as you make that journey with our heroes, you will laugh, cry, face horrible dangers, and find many types of love and fulfilment with them.

Do you want to be happy? Of course! We all want to be peaceful, purposeful, and experience authentic, lasting joy. The Sky is Green and the Grass is Blue (http://www.greenskyandbluegrass.com), offers fresh, fun, and surprising ways to live in lasting happiness. All ages will enjoy learning how to transform ANYTHING bad into a diamond you LOVE. Ready to receive a powerful, and effective mind vitamin to be happy? These pages were written for you! "Deb Scott''s "The Sky is Green and the Grass is Blue" provides a quirky, upbeat path to transforming your life. Whether you''re a creative spirit or a businessperson, "The Sky is Green" offers insights into happiness from which all can benefit." ~ Fern Reiss, director, The International Association of Writers, Speakers, and Experts, http://www.AssociationofWriters.com "If you want to meet the most powerful and amazing person you will ever know, let Deborah Scott introduce you to YOU! Within the pages of this book Deborah offers her first hand advice to gently and effectively guide you, including easy exercises which can assist you, in turning your challenges into celebrations." ~ Sumner M. Davenport; Results Coach, Bounce-Back Expert; Best Selling Author; The "G" spot, The ecstasy of life through GRATITUDE. http://www.SumnerDavenport.com "The Sky is Green and the Grass is Blue is the perfect gift for anyone in your life who is suffering and looking for resources to create happiness. Deb Scott takes readers on an inspiring journey through many self-help tools available today, including some surprising ideas on where you can find the most happiness." ~ Lisa Tener; Book Writing Coach, Speaker, Published Author; http://www.how-to-write-a-book.com

Do you want to go vegan? Are you unsure what you have to cut out? Do you know how to make the switch to veganism easy? This book can help! Vegan For Beginners: The Guide To A Healthy Diet That Promote Longer Lifespan, Lose Weight Fast & Reduce Risk Of Cancer. Going vegan doesn''t have to be hard, and this book makes it easy with steps to follow and tips for success. There''s no reason to stress about how to get your protein or figuring out what foods have animal by-products you''ll need to avoid. From knowing the right foods to eat to the types of vegan diet you can pick from, this book will walk you through it all. You''ll even get a crash course on what supplements you''ll want to consider adding into diet to make sure you get all of the vitamins and nutrients you need. Going vegan is always easy when you have access to the right information. Get a live changing decision by click on the buy button now!

This book STOP BULLYING, BE A FRIEND, STAND UP AND SPEAK OUT tells various stories of children''s bullying experiences in a classroom setting with their teacher. It introduces children to bullying, identifies some types of bullying, teaches children about the impacts and outcomes of being bullied, and demonstrates ways to handle it.

Discover a completely unique approach to clearing the clutter from your home and your heart. Efficiency expert Linda Williams combines the core principals of Feng Shui, the Law of Attraction, and quantum physics to create a ground-breaking new approach to organizing. Her upbeat program of home organization provides a quick analysis of how mess enters our lives, and a simple plan to eradicate it. Applicable to any space, and easily tailored to suit your lifestyle, QUANTUM ORGANIZING will bring order to your home and serenity to your heart. BOX: * Learn how to envision your ideal room, and then create it, regardless of your budget * Quickly apply the core principals of Feng Shui to improve the flow of energy in your home * Use the Law of Attraction to bring order to your space * Create an oasis of privacy for each family member, even when rooms are shared * Stay positive in the face of clutter

A fun-filled week of sailing in the Bahamas turns into a frightening adventure for timid Libby, beautiful Allison, sisters Sarah and Annie, artistic Shawn, and ship captain Huzzy when their ship is wrecked.

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This article develops a better understanding of what factors shape street-level bureaucracies'' administrative practices towards immigrants. Street-level bureaucracies play an important role in helping immigrants integrate into society and the community. Many police departments have consciously and deliberately developed practices intended to develop positive relationships between the police and immigrants. Using a nationwide survey of local police departments, the conditions shaping variations in welcomeness are identified and evaluated for impact. The data show police departments are pulled between political pressures that are often hostile to immigrants and professional norms favoring equal service to all in the community. The degree of welcomeness depends on the balance between these opposing forces and strong professional norms of equal service are the most influential.

Kids can learn about American history while being challenged to find hidden items related to each illustrated scene ra" Factual tidbits provide amazing details about various periods in history ra" Vibrant illustrations present historical events in a fun, colorful way