Why Photographs Work(1st Edition) 52 Great Images: Who Made Them, What Makes Them Special and Why Why Photograp by GeorgeBarr Paperback, 220 Pages, Published 2010 by Oreilly & Associates Inc ISBN-13: 978-1-933952-70-3, ISBN: 1-933952-70-9
"Every photographer, from weekend enthusiast to professional, can learn by studying the "greats". In Why Photographs Work, author/photographer George Barr analyzes 52 striking images by some of the world's top photographers. Accompanying Barr's analysis of each image is an explanation by the photographer describing the circumstances of making the image, including not only the how, but also the why. Also included is each photographer's bi ..."
Sports Science for Young People(Updated) (Dover Children's Science Books) by GeorgeBarr Paperback, 176 Pages, Published 2011 by Dover Publications Illustrated ISBN-13: 978-0-486-26527-8, ISBN: 0-486-26527-7
"Does a curve ball really curve? Why is a football made to spiral when it's thrown? How is the bounce of a basketball tested before a game? These and hundreds of other questions are answered in this fascinating book—an easy-to-follow examination of the scientific principles underlying baseball, football, basketball and other sports.In clear, simple language, noted science educator George Barr presents physical concepts that can help youn ..."
"Have you ever wondered why we put salt on icy sidewalks, or what makes grass turn yellow and why some things seem to "talk back" to you? Through personal investigation, youngsters can find answers to these and more than 30 other intriguing questions in this stimulating book by a former science consultant to the New York City Board of Education.By following simple instructions, children at the elementary school level can easily perform t ..."
"This book is for the photographer who strives to achieve a higher level of results in their work. Take Your Photography to the Next Level is based on a series of essays originally featured on the popular Luminous Landscape website. Barr tackles some of the rarely discussed, yet essential aspects of successful photography. Here is where photographers will learn what is required in order to grow in their creativity and to gain a deeper u ..."
"Intriguing, abundantly illustrated collection of 40 experiments to attract and stimulate young minds. Subjects range from electricity and magnetism to weather, water, distance and time. Among the projects: flight testing homemade rocket balloons and tracking electricity around the house."
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"Thomas Burnett Swann (1928-1976) earned a distinguished reputation among writers of science fiction, one that caused his enthusiastic following to nominate him again and again for awards. Unique in his talent, his novels dealt not with the far future, but with the enigma of the past. Prior to the dawn of human history, the Earth did not belong solely to humanity -- there were other intelligent species still fighting a last-stand battle ..."
"This simply written introduction to scientific research and experimentation takes youngsters into an exciting world where they'll not only learn to discover their own answers to specific problems but will be encouraged to develop sound scientific attitudes and techniques as well.For this volume, noted science educator George Barr has compiled a carefully selected array of intriguing experiments dealing with chemistry, astronomy, magneti ..."
Before...12(1st Edition) 01...and After by Richard A. Lupoff, GeorgeBarr Hardcover, 374 Pages, Published 1996 by Fedogan & Bremer Pub Llc ISBN-13: 978-1-878252-23-4, ISBN: 1-878252-23-2
"George Barr Cover Art & Illustrations (illustrator). First Edition. Sub-titled Selected Titles 1952 - 1996 and contains twenty-four stories plus a foreword "About Dick Lupoff" by Robert Silverberg ,an introduction by the author "How I Learned to Read" ,a fourteen page bibliography by David Nee and from the front flap the triple Edgar Award winning author Joe Gores writes."Lupoff has a very big and very ancient soul ,so he understands th ..."
Brewster's Millions (Library of Indiana Classics) by GeorgeBarr Mccutcheon Paperback, 336 Pages, Published 1999 by Indiana University Press ISBN-13: 978-0-253-21349-5, ISBN: 0-253-21349-5
"Would you be able to spend a million dollars in cash and leave yourself penniless, if it meant you would then be given many more millions? That's poor Monty Brewster's dilemma in this charming 1903 tale which has been made into a movie six times, the most recent starring Richard Pryor and John Candy."
"Even Tillman Crane, who lugs a 12x20 camera around toget the biggest possible
negative, is known to occasionally crop tomake a better image. Allof theabove
aside, Ido happen to think there is something special about square images.
Thereis only oneaspect thatis square, andthere is something special about
images thatwork perfectly in this format. Does this contradict all thatI have said
above? Sure itdoes!Do I care? Not much. I reser ..."
From Camera to Computer(1st Edition) How to Make Fine Photographs Through Examples, Tips, and Techniques by GeorgeBarr Paperback, 296 Pages, Published 2009 by Rocky Nook ISBN-13: 978-1-933952-37-6, ISBN: 1-933952-37-7
"Ever wonder what it would be like to get inside the head of an accomplished photographer as he chooses a subject, works the scene, selects an image, and then edits the result into a piece of photographic art? As a follow-up to his successful first book Take Your Photography To The Next Level, author/photographer George Barr now applies the practice to the theory. Go along with George as he searches for subjects, sorts out scenes, refin ..."
From Camera to Computer How to Make Fine Photographs Through Examples, Tips, and Techniques by GeorgeBarr 296 Pages, Published 2009 by Rocky Nook, Inc. ISBN-13: 978-1-4571-6576-4, ISBN: 1-4571-6576-7
"This multihour videofeaturing Michael Reichmann,photographer and teacher,
talking with JeffSchewe, photographer, Photoshop, and printing expert, willsave
you untold hoursof experimenting with settings.It is entertaining and informative
and ..."
"Raised in a swamp by a mad witch, poor Louisa grew up with one goal in mind: to marry a wealthy man, then inherit his lands and money by whatever means it takes. And Louisa may well succeed, for she is a stunning beauty with the manners of an angel. At last she sets off to make her fortune . . . and with the help of her vial of undetectable poison, she soon finds her first victim. A dazzlingly dark fantasy, as only Tanith Lee could writ ..."