Two hundred full-color photographs highlight an official companion volume to Ridley Scott's new film, set in twelfth-century Europe and Jerusalem during the Crusades, about people who become caught up in the epic struggle between the forces of Christendom and the Muslim armies over control of the Holy Land. Simultaneous. (A 20th Century Fox film, directed by Ridley Scott, written by William Monahan, releasing May 2005, starring Orlando Bloom, Jeremy Irons, Liam Neeson, & Eva Green) (Performing Arts)

Discusses the background of the Civil War film, the search for authenticity in settings and other visual details, the historical figures behind the characters, and re-enactors as extras, and offers the screenplay.

Provides details of the making of the film about the life of boxer Mohammad Ali from his childhood, when he was known as Cassius Clay, to his conversion to Islam, his marriages, and his matches against Sonny Liston and George Foreman.

More than two hundred photographs, drawings, and storyboards, along with the complete screenplay, document the making of Twentieth Century Fox's new film Planet of the Apes, directed by Tim Burton, and capture behind-the-scenes glimpses of the production, including casting, special effects, and more. Simultaneous. (view table of contents)

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The official illustrated companion book to the winner of five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Russell Crowe), Costume Design, Sound, and Visual Effects.Director Ridley Scott (Blade Runner, Thelma and Louise, Alien) brings the glorious battles of the ancient Roman arena back to the big screen. Set against the splendor and barbarity of the Roman Empire in AD 180, Gladiator tells an epic story of courage and revenge: The great Roman general Maximus (Russell Crowe) has been forced into exile and slavery by the jealous heir to the throne, Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix). Trained as a gladiator, Maximus returns to Rome, intent on avenging the murder of his family by Commodus, now emperor. The one power stronger than that of the emperor is the will of the people, and Maximus knows he can attain his revenge only by becoming the greatest hero in all the Empire. Russell Crowe heads up an international cast that includes Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielson, Oliver Reed, Derek Jacobi, Djimon Hounsou, and Richard Harris. Directed by Ridley Scott from a script by David Franzoni and John Logan, Gladiator is produced by Franzoni, Douglas Wick, and Branko Lustig, with Walter F. Parkes serving as executive producer.This is the official full-color companion book, featuring excerpts from the screenplay, historical sidebars and illustrations, details on period costumes and epic set designs, behind-the-scenes photographs from the location filming, and interviews with the screenwriters, actors, and director. (view table of contents)

An anthology in celebration of wolves includes writings by wolf experts, along with poetry, fables, legends, and myths from cultures around the world. (view table of contents)

Describes natural and manmade wonders, historical sites, and culture of Louisiana

Describes natural and manmade wonders, historical sites, and culture of Vermont

The state known as 'America's corn capital' is vividly portrayed through pictorial and textual images of the Native Americans who once roamed Iowa's woodlands, the immigrants who tamed the fields, and Iowa's writers, poets, preachers, musicians, and politicians. (view table of contents)

The elusiveness, sagacity, and majestic beauty of the wolf is documented by such renowned nature photographers as Jim Brandenburg, Art Wolfe, and other talents, accompanied by contributions from such authors as Jack London, D. H. Lawrence, Willa Cather, and other notable writers. Reprint. IP.

Product Description: The official companion book to the sci-fi comedy adventure. Included in this book are the complete Ed Solomon screenplay and more than 150 full-color photos, along with production design artwork and the behind-the-scenes story of how the film was made...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Published in concert with The Nature Company, a book of dynamic, full-color photographs taken by a contributor to National Geographic explores the extraordinary physical skills animals have developed to survive in the wild.

The screenplay is accompanied by a look at the film's production

A comprehensive guide to common North American wildlife provides sensible advice on how to coexist with the animals found around one's home and explains how to make residential environments more hospitable to wildlife. Original.

Describes the author's journey across Canada, an expedition using only foot travel, canoe, and dogsled, detailing the hardships of the trip, and the rich beauty of the Canadian wilderness

Explores the possibilities and advantages open to the millions of baby boomers interested in developing plans for managing change and gaining fulfillment during the second half of their lives