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This book is an effort to preserve and pass on the beauty of proper liturgical music in the tradition of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of the Greek Orthodox Church.   The book contains a brief introduction to the history of Byzantine music, 107 exercises with analysis of the various characters, a page devoted to the theory of each mode, and audio examples to accompany the material found in the book.  The text is written in the English language while all of the original Greek terms are preserved with an English transliteration for those not able to read Greek. |
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Bowser has once again kidnapped Princess Peach and locks down in his eternal struggle with Mario, the former plumber now hero/adventurer. Bowser's plan this time is to force Peach to marry him, which means even more is at stake. The battle between the pair ends poorly in Mario's favor, as he is blasted off of Bowser's ship, his hat shredded. Mario lands in a mysterious world, where he befriends Cappy, whose town was ravaged by Bowser and sister kidnapped. Together, they chase Bowser down to stop his evil doings and rescue both Peach and Tiara. This guide, once complete, will contain the following: - Complete walkthrough from beginning to end - Postgame walkthrough of all bonus worlds - Listings for every Power Moon, Purple Coin and Souvenir - An in-depth look at Mario's moveset, including advanced techniques Expected Release Date (Version 1.0): Dec 11th 2017 |
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Apprenez la guitare en 15 minutes par jour grâce à des vidéos ! Vous voulez vous mettre à la guitare, mais vous ne savez pas trop par où commencer ? Cette méthode, accompagnée de vidéos, vous offre, en plus du livre, un professeur à domicile ! Parce qu'il n'y a rien de mieux qu'observer un pro pour apprendre, tous les exercices et les morceaux de ce livre sont à retrouver en vidéos. Au rythme d'une leçon quotidienne de 15 minutes, vous pourrez acquérir rapidement les bases et vous faire plaisir ! |
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This essential companion to the acclaimed series offers an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at its unforgettable characters, opulent settings, and more. When Downton Abbey first opened its doors, fans were immediately swept away by Julian Fellowes’s evocative world of romance, intrigue, drama, and tradition. As the show entered its sixth and final season, Jessica Fellowes delivered the ultimate series companion. In Downton Abby: A Celebration , she leads us through the house and estate, reliving the iconic moments of the aristocratic Crawley family and their servants as they navigate the emerging modern age. Travelling from Great Hall to servants’ hall, bedroom to boot room, we glimpse as we go Matthew and Isobel Crawley arriving for the first time, the death of Kemal Pamuk, Cora’s tragic miscarriage, Edith’s affair with Michael Gregson, Mary’s new haircut, Thomas and O’Brien’s scheming, Anna and Bates’s troubles with the law, and Carson’s marriage to Mrs. Hughes. Alongside are in-depth interviews with the cast, as well as a complete episode guide for the first five seasons and a teaser for the sixth. Packed full of stunning location shots and stills from all six seasons of the show including exclusive behind-the-scenes photography, this celebratory book is essential reading for Downton Abbey fans the world over. |
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A traditional drawing class in a book to help you master basic skills, including form, space, depth, proportion, composition, perspective, and more. California State University art professor Jim Dowdalls starts new students out by demonstrating how to use the different types of drawing tools, including how to hold a pencil, how to use supports, and how to make a variety of marks and strokes. Artists will discover helpful information for understanding value and learning to create a value scale, as well as how to build value in their drawings using various techniques. Throughout this educational book, myriad step-by-step exercises and drawing projects encourage artists to put their newfound knowledge to use and practice the concepts and techniques demonstrated. With the skills and techniques they acquire in this comprehensive yet affordable drawing course, beginning artists will be ready to take their artwork to the next level. Filled with beautiful artwork that will inspire budding artists to continue to build and grow their craft, Drawing School: Fundamentals for the Beginner is the perfect place to start a mastery of fine art. |
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There are few creative acts more mysterious and magical than writing a song. But what if the goal wasn't so mysterious and was actually achievable for anyone who wants to experience more magic and creativity in their life? That's something that anyone will be inspired to do after reading Jeff Tweedy's  How to Write One Song .    Why one song? Because the difference between one song and many songs isn't a cute semantic trick—it's an important distinction that can simplify a notoriously confusing art form. The idea of becoming a capital-S songwriter can seem daunting, but approached as a focused, self-contained event, the mystery and fear subsides, and songwriting becomes an exciting pursuit.   And then there is the energizing, nourishing creativity that can open up. How to Write One Song  brings readers into the intimate process of writing one song—lyrics, music, and putting it all together—and accesses the deep sense of wonder that remains at the heart of this curious, yet incredibly fulfilling, artistic act. But it’s equally about the importance of making creativity part of your life every day, and of experiencing the hope, inspiration, and joy available to anyone who’s willing to get started. |
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The New York Times bestselling epic tale of the last great rock band From the bestselling author of Hammer of the Gods comes the complete story of Guns N? Roses ? from their drug-fueled blastoff in the 80s to the turbulent life of legendary singer Axl Rose, and his fifteen-year, multimillion dollar quest to make the perfect hard rock album. Riotous world tours. Drug-induced rampages. One hundred millions albums sold. In his sixth major rock biography, Stephen Davis details the riveting story of the last great rock band. Watch You Bleed documents the life of every band member, including the improbable story of W. Axl Rose. Davis brilliantly captures the Guns? raw power ? from the gutters of Sunset Strip to the biggest stadiums on the planet. Based on exclusive interviews, private archives, and packed with stunning revelations, Watch You Bleed is the savage, definitive, and highly unauthorized story of Guns N? Roses. For the first time, millions of fans will learn the whole truth about this legendary band. |
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The definitive, behind-the-scenes look at the most popular sitcom of the last decade, The Big Bang Theory, packed with all-new, exclusive interviews with the producers and the entire cast. The Big Bang Theory is a television phenomenon. To the casual viewer, it’s a seemingly effortless comedy, with relatable characters tackling real-life issues, offering a kind of visual comfort food to its millions of dedicated fans. But the behind-the-scenes journey of the show from a failed pilot to a global sensation is a fascinating story that even the most die-hard fans don’t know in its entirety.  The Big Bang Theory: The Definitive, Inside Story of the Epic Hit Series is a riveting, entertaining look at the sitcom sensation, with the blessing and participation of co-creators Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady, executive producers Steve Molaro and Steve Holland, as well as Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar, Melissa Rauch, Mayim Bialik, and more. Glamour senior editor Jessica Radloff, who has written over 150 articles on the series (and even had a cameo in the finale!), gives readers an all-access pass to its intrepid producing and writing team and beloved cast. It’s a story of on-and-off screen romance told in hilarious and emotional detail, of casting choices that nearly changed everything (which even some of the actors didn’t know until now), of cast members bravely powering through personal tragedies, and when it came time to announce the 12th season would be its last, the complicated reasons why it was more difficult than anyone ever led on. Through hundreds of hours of interviews with the sitcom’s major players, Radloff dives into all this and much more. The book is the ultimate celebration of this once-in-a-generation show and a must-have for all fans.    AN INSTANT  NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A  USA TODAY BESTSELLER NAMED A BEST BOOK OF 2022 BY GLAMOUR "Talking with Jessica, I realized how easy it had been for me to kind of put all 12 years of my time on Big Bang Theory under one general umbrella, as it were. The questions she asked and the information she’d reveal to me from someone else she’d interviewed forced me into a frame of mind where each season - and sometimes each episode - became it’s own, separate entity again. . . Frankly, it turned into a version of therapy I hadn’t realized I’d needed and couldn’t have known how much I’d enjoy." —Jim Parsons |
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'It's a dreadful thing to yield...but resist now? Lay my pride bare to the blows of ruin? That's dreadful too.' The remarkable story of Greek tragedy's most intrepid heroine. Introducing Little Black Classics: 80 books for Penguin's 80th birthday. Little Black Classics celebrate the huge range and diversity of Penguin Classics, with books from around the world and across many centuries. They take us from a balloon ride over Victorian London to a garden of blossom in Japan, from Tierra del Fuego to 16th-century California and the Russian steppe. Here are stories lyrical and savage; poems epic and intimate; essays satirical and inspirational; and ideas that have shaped the lives of millions. Sophocles (496 BC-406 BC). Sophocles's works available in Penguin Classics are The Theban Plays and Electra and Other Plays. |
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This inspiring book makes drawing in a realistic style easier than you may think and more fun than you ever imagined. Authors Mark and Mary Willenbrink ( Watercolor for the Absolute Beginner ) cover it all—from choosing materials and the correct way to hold your pencil, to expert advice on the tricky stuff, like getting proportions and perspective right, drawing reflections, and designing strong compositions. (It's not as scary as it sounds…not with Mark and Mary as your guide!) At the heart of this book, a series of fun, hands-on exercises help you practice and perfect your strokes—24 mini-demos lead up to 9 full step-by-step demos. Each exercise builds on the previous one as you develop your skills, build your confidence, and enjoy yourself along the way. The lessons you learn by drawing simple subjects such as coffee mugs, clouds and trees will help you take on progressively more challenging matter like animals, still lifes, landscapes and portraits…the kinds of subjects and scenes you've always dreamt of drawing. This book is just the ticket for budding artists of any age. It's never too early and never too late to discover the pure joy of drawing. |
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Two world champions show players how to win their way into big tournaments offering millions of dollars in prize money for a fraction of the cost by playing in small-entry fee tournaments. Chris Moneymaker did this when he parlayed a $39 satellite win into a world championship title and $2.5 million, as did Grey Raymer in 2004 when he turned $150 into $5 million. These exciting mini-tournaments, called satellites, made the authors millions of dollars and now they share their secrets with you. Step-by-step, you'll learn proven insider strategies for beating limit and no-limit hold'em satellites, as well as one-table, multi-table, online, and super satellites. Illustrations. |
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Le 22 février 2012, Alain Saulnier, directeur général de l’information à Radio-Canada, est convoqué au bureau du vice-président Louis Lalande qui lui apprend qu’on met fin à son emploi. Comme journaliste et dans divers postes de responsabilité, Alain Saulnier était dans la maison depuis vingt-cinq ans. Pourquoi la direction a-t-elle décidé, après plusieurs autres mises à pied de cadres, de le remercier à son tour ce jour-là ? Le président Hubert T. Lacroix avait-il des comptes à régler ? Était-ce une décision politique voulue par le gouvernement conservateur ? Le Canada, pays qui a plus de géographie que d’histoire, s’est construit grâce aux communications, ferroviaires au XIXe siècle, audiovisuelles depuis. Que serait devenu le Québec sans la création, en 1936, de Radio-Canada ? On sait l’importance des séries dramatiques, de la chanson, des émissions musicales ou de variétés dans la culture québécoise. On connaît aussi l’apport essentiel des émissions d’affaires publiques et d’information dans notre connaissance du monde. Pourquoi, depuis la Révolution tranquille, le gouvernement du Canada voit-il les activités de Radio-Canada comme celles d’un serpent en son sein ? Quand, l’un après l’autre, d’année en année, les gouvernements canadiens ont amenuisé l’allocation parlementaire de l’entreprise publique, poussant Radio-Canada à commercialiser son antenne pour survivre, les politiques ont en fait choisi d’étouffer à petit feu la liberté de création des artistes et celle des journalistes d’informer adéquatement le public. Alain Saulnier raconte, dans « Ici était Radio-Canada », l’histoire de la construction et de la déconstruction de notre radiotélévision publique. Est-il trop tard pour sauver cette institution essentielle à notre démocratie ? |
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Inside the making of one of the biggest-selling albums of all time: Fleetwood Mac's Rumours Fleetwood Mac's classic 1977 Rumours album topped the Billboard 200 for thirty-one weeks and won the Album of the Year Grammy. More recently, Rolling Stone named it the twenty-fifth greatest album of all time and the hit TV series Glee devoted an entire episode to songs from Rumours , introducing it to a new generation. Now, for the first time, Ken Caillat, the album's co-producer, tells the full story of what really went into making Rumours —from the endless partying and relationship dramas to the creative struggles to write and record "You Make Loving Fun," "Don't Stop," "Go Your Own Way," "The Chain," and other timeless tracks. Tells the fascinating, behind-the-music story of the making of Fleetwood Mac's Rumours , written by the producer who saw it all happen Filled with new and surprising details, such as Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham's screaming match while recording "You Make Loving Fun," how the band coped with the pressures of increasing success, how the master tape nearly disintegrated, and the incredible attention paid to even the tiniest elements of songs, from Lindsey playing a chair to Mick breaking glass Includes eighty black-and-white photographs |
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What time is it? Adventure Time ™! Explore the magical world of Ooo with Jake the Dog and Finn the Human, along with the Ice King, Princess Bubblegum, Marceline the Vampire Queen, and all your favorite Adventure Time characters, in this New York Times bestselling companion book to Cartoon Network’s hit animated series.       Written and compiled by the Lord of Evil himself, The Adventure Time Encyclopaedia matches the playful, subversive tone of the television series, detailing everything anyone will ever need to know about the postapocalyptic land of Ooo and its inhabitants—secret lore and spells, fun places you should visit and places where you will probably die, whom to marry and whom not to marry, how to make friends and destroy your enemies—plus hand-written marginalia by Finn, Jake, and Marceline. An indispensable guide to the show fans love to watch, this side-splittingly funny love letter to Adventure Time is sure to appeal to readers of all ages. Heck yeah! From the Back Cover: Written by the Lord of Evil Himself, Hunson Abadeer (a.k.a. Marceline the Vampire Queen's dad), to instruct and confound the demonic citizenry of the Nightosphere, The Adventure Time Encyclopaedia is perhaps the most dangerous book in history. Although seemingly a guidebook to the Land of Ooo and its postapocalyptic inhabitants, it is in fact an amusing nightmare of literary pitfalls, bombastic brain-boggles, and ancient texts designed to drive the reader mad.  Complete with secret lore and wizard spells, fun places you should visit and places where you will probably die, advice on whom to marry and whom not to marry, and how to make friends and destroy your enemies, this volume includes hand-written marginalia by Finn, Jake, and Marceline. Arguably the greatest encyclopaedia ever written since the beginning of the cosmos, it is also an indispensable companion to humans and demons who know what time it is:  Adventure Time! Praise for The Adventure Time Encyclopaedia: “Even if you’re an adult Adventure Time fan, the book will make you feel like you’re 10 again.” — USA Today ’s Daily Candy blog   “The brand-new Adventure Time Encyclopaedia will tell viewers everything they need to know about the post-apocalyptic magical land and its inhabitants.”  — Entertainment Weekly ’s Family Room blog   “The . . . Encyclopaedia will appeal to Adventure Time fans who want to delve deeper into the show’s mysterious back story and bizarre details.” —The Los Angeles Times’ Hero Complex blog   |
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This 94 page celebration of the painted art of G.I.Joe: A Real American Hero covers two of the biggest years in G.I.Joe history and features every carded figure, vehicle, playset and peripheral painted art. |
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The wildly entertaining story of progressive rock, the music that ruled the 1970s charts—and has divided listeners ever since. The Show That Never Ends is the definitive story of the extraordinary rise and fall of progressive (“prog”) rock. Epitomized by such classic, chart-topping bands as Yes, Genesis, Pink Floyd, Jethro Tull, and Emerson Lake & Palmer, along with such successors as Rush, Marillion, Asia, Styx, and Porcupine Tree, prog sold hundreds of millions of records. It brought into the mainstream concept albums, spaced-out cover art, crazy time signatures, multitrack recording, and stagecraft so bombastic it was spoofed in the classic movie This Is Spinal Tap. With a vast knowledge of what Rolling Stone has called “the deliciously decadent genre that the punks failed to kill,” access to key people who made the music, and the passion of a true enthusiast, Washington Post national reporter David Weigel tells the story of prog in all its pomp, creativity, and excess. Weigel explains exactly what was “progressive” about prog rock and how its complexity and experimentalism arose from such precursors as the Beach Boys’ Pet Sounds and the Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper. He traces prog’s popularity from the massive success of Procol Harum’s “Whiter Shade of Pale” and the Moody Blues’ “Nights in White Satin” in 1967. He reveals how prog’s best-selling, epochal albums were made, including The Dark Side of the Moon, Thick as a Brick, and Tubular Bells. And he explores the rise of new instruments into the prog mix, such as the synthesizer, flute, mellotron, and—famously—the double-neck guitar. The Show That Never Ends is filled with the candid reminiscences of prog’s celebrated musicians. It also features memorable portraits of the vital contributions of producers, empresarios, and technicians such as Richard Branson, Brian Eno, Ahmet Ertegun, and Bob Moog. Ultimately, Weigel defends prog from the enormous derision it has received for a generation, and he reveals the new critical respect and popularity it has achieved in its contemporary resurgence. |
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No single living artist has created as many myths, rumours and legends as Banksy. Many of the tales in this book are from Bristol, some are from further afield. What they share is that they are all told with the wide eyed wonder which Banksy inspires. Collated between 2009 and 2011 some of these stories are quite old and have been told so many times they have become the stuff of legend, others are more questionable and best described as myths. Some are laugh out loud b******s and others are simply gossip. You be the judge. |
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From  Rolling Stone , the definitive and beautiful companion book to one of the most popular and hotly debated lists in the music world. In partnership with Abrams,  Rolling Stone  has created an oversized companion book to celebrate the all-new 2020 list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, telling the stories behind every album through incredible  Rolling Ston e photography, original album art,  Rolling Stone ’s unique critical commentary, breakout pieces on the making of key albums, and archival interviews.  This brand new anthology is based on Rolling Stone’s 2020 reboot of the original 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list, launched in 2003 and last updated in 2012, polling the industry’s most celebrated artists, producers, executives, and journalists to create the ranking. The voters include both classic and contemporary artists, including Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Billie Eilish; rising artists like H.E.R., Tierra Whack, and Lindsey Jordan of Snail Mail; as well as veteran musicians, such as Adam Clayton and the Edge of U2, Raekwon of the Wu-Tang Clan, Gene Simmons, and Stevie Nicks. The book is boldly designed, includes hundreds of images, and is packed with surprises and insights for music fans of all ages. |
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Piano accompaniments for the popular Suzuki Violin School, Volume 2.   Titles:  * Chorus from Judas Maccabaeus (G. F. Handel), Musette (J. S. Bach) * Hunters' Chorus (C. M. v. Weber) * Long, Long Ago (T. H. Bayly) * Waltz (J. Brahms) * Bourrée (G. F. Handel) * The Two Grenadiers (R. Schumann) * Theme from Witches' Dance (N. Paganini) * Gavotte from Mignon (A. Thomas) * Gavotte (J. B. Lully) * Minuet in G (L. van Beethoven) * Minuet (L. Boccherini) |
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Sketching is a wonderful pastime and a great way to build up your drawing skills. You can use it to record your experiences and subjects that interest you, just by jotting down an impression in your sketchbook.  In this inspiring manual, artist Vivienne Coleman guides you through a variety of subjects in easy, confidence-building steps. She shows you how to do complete drawings in just a few minutes, so that you can make sketching part of your daily life. She also demonstrates how sketches can be developed into more detailed work. From pets and people to landscape and urban scenes, this book reveals how versatile and exciting sketching can be. It features: • ten-minute sketch ideas • essential drawing techniques • sketching at home and on the move • step-by-step instruction |
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Piano accompaniments for Suzuki Violin School Volume 1   Titles: * Principles of Study and Guidance  * Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star Variations (Shinichi Suzuki)  * Lightly Row (Folk Song)  * Song of the Wind (Folk Song)  * Go Tell Aunt Rhody (Folk Song)  * O Come, Little Children (Folk Song)  * May Song (Folk Song)  * Long, Long Ago (T.H. Bayly)  * Allegro (Shinichi Suzuki)  * Perpetual Motion (Shinichi Suzuki)  * Allegretto (Shinichi Suzuki)  * Andantino (Shinichi Suzuki)  * Etude (Shinichi Suzuki)  * Minuet 1, Minuett III from Suite in G Minor for Klavier, BWV 822 (J.S. Bach)  * Minuet 2, Minuet, BWV Anh. II 116 from Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach (J.S. Bach)  * Minuet 3, Minuet BWV Anh. II 114/Anh. III 183 (J.S. Bach)  * The Happy Farmer from Album for the Young, Op. 68, No. 10 (R. Schumann)  * Gavotte (F.J. Gossec) |
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A preeminent composer, music scholar, and biographer presents an engaging and accessible introduction to classical music For many of us, classical music is something serious -- something we study in school, something played by cultivated musicians at fancy gatherings. In Language of the Spirit , renowned music scholar Jan Swafford argues that we have it all wrong: classical music has something for everyone and is accessible to all. Ranging from Gregorian chant to Handel's Messiah , from Vivaldi's The Four Seasons to the postmodern work of Philip Glass, Swafford is an affable and expert guide to the genre. He traces the history of Western music, introduces readers to the most important composers and compositions, and explains the underlying structure and logic of their music. Language of the Spirit is essential reading for anyone who has ever wished to know more about this sublime art. |
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Over the past 50 years, more guitar teachers have used Alfred's Basic Guitar Course than any other method---with over five million copies sold. Now, this best-selling method has been updated so you can teach yourself. Alfred’s Self-Teaching Basic Guitar Course uses the great music and solid education included in the latest edition of Alfred's Basic Guitar Course and adds easy, user-friendly Study Guide pages to introduce the lessons. The Study Guide pages are almost like having a guitar teacher sitting beside you as you learn the skills needed to play pop, rock, folk, and classical music.  In Volume 1, you will learn note and rhythm reading on the first three strings of the guitar, basic guitar technique, chord strumming, and fun songs---all in clear and simple lessons! Audio examples are included with this eBook, so you can hear how the music sounds, while embedded video gives you the added advantage of video demonstrations for every lesson. Alfred’s Self-Teaching Basic Guitar Course assures that you will soon be playing the guitar like you have always wanted. The special pleasures only music can bring will be yours to enjoy for a lifetime. |
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20 Crescent City favorites arranged for jazzy piano solo, including: Basin Street Blues * Blueberry Hill * Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans * Jambalaya (On the Bayou) * King Porter Stomp * New Orleans Blues * On the Sunny Side of the Street * Tiger Rag (Hold That Tiger) * Tipitina * and more. |
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In 2017, when the public agency Waterfront Toronto decided to put up a parcel of land for development, Sidewalk Labs, a subsidiary of Google’s Alphabet Inc., swept in with a proposal to create the city of the future. Waterfront Toronto jumped at the opportunity to advance housing sustainability and affordability by exploring Alphabet’s innovative technology and data-driven techniques. But the project quickly started to fall apart from uneasy partnerships, sclerotic local politics, and an overwhelmingly negative public response. In this biting comedy about the failure to build a smart city in Toronto, Michael Healey lampoons the corporate drama, epic personalities, and iconic Canadian figures involved in the messy affair between Sidewalk Labs and Waterfront Toronto. Based on the bestselling exposé, Sideways: The City Google Couldn't Buy by Josh O’Kane, The Master Plan exposes the hubris of big tech, the feebleness of government, and the dangers of public consultation with sharp wit and insightful commentary. |
