Books by "Robert James Warner"
12 books found
When Gregory Lee Johnson burned an American flag as part of a political protest, he was convicted for flag desecration under Texas law. But the Supreme Court, by a contentious 5 to margin, overturned that conviction, claiming that Johnson's action constituted symbolic -- and thus protected -- speech. Heated debate continues to swirl around that controversial decision, both hailed as a victory for free speech advocates and reviled as an abomination that erodes the patriotic foundations of American democracy. Such passionate yet contradictory views are at the heart of this landmark case. Book jacket.
Robert Smithson
by Robert Smithson, Eugenie Tsai, Cornelia H. Butler, Thomas E. Crow, Alexander Alberro, Museum of Contemporary Art (Los Angeles, Calif.), Moira Roth, Whitney Museum of American Art
2004 · Univ of California Press
This catalogue is "the" major study of Smithson (1938-1973), who is most renowned as an early earthworks artist and creator of Spiral Jetty, a 1,500-foot rock coil dramatically situated in the Great Salt Lake.
A History of the Rise and Progress of the Baptists in Virginia
by Robert Baylor Semple, George William Beale
1894
Supplement to the fourth edition of Chambers's index to next-of-kin, heirs-at-law, missing relatives, legatees, and others
by Sidney H. Preston, Robert Chambers (general agent.)
1888
A series of interviews in which James Ivory reflects on his career as an independent filmmaker. Ivory has three times received Academy Award nominations for best director & counts 'Remains of the Day, 'A Room With A View' & 'Howard's End' among his credits.
The Life Letters and Literary Remains of Edward Bulwer, Lord Lytton by His Son
by Edward Robert Bulwer Lytton Earl of Lytton
1883
The Life, Letters and Literary Remains of Edward Bulwer, Lord Lytton
by Edward Robert Bulwer Lytton Earl of Lytton
1883
The Life, Letters and Literary Remains of Edward Bulwer, Lord Lytton
by Edward Robert Bulwer baron Lytton, Edward George Earle Bulwer Lytton (Lord)
1883
In "The Girl Philippa," Robert William Chambers delivers a poignant exploration of innocence, longing, and the complexities of love set against the backdrop of early 20th-century New York. This narrative, infused with the author'Äôs characteristic blend of lyrical prose and rich character development, unfolds through the eyes of a young woman as she navigates the intricacies of her emotions and the societal expectations imposed upon her. Chambers, best known for his contributions to the psychological fantasy genre, weaves a compelling tale that incorporates elements of impressionism and symbolism, ultimately reflecting the transitional nature of modern life during the period. Robert William Chambers (1865-1933) was a multifaceted American artist and writer whose eclectic body of work illustrates the interplay between aesthetic beauty and human emotion. Influenced by his studies in art and the literary movements of his time, particularly the fin-de-si√®cle era, Chambers often drew from his experiences in fashioning narratives that delve into the human psyche. "The Girl Philippa" emerged at a time when societal norms were evolving, and Chambers'Äô insights into human desire and vulnerability resonate profoundly within this context. I highly recommend "The Girl Philippa" to readers interested in the delicate interplay of romantic ideals and the harsh realities of budding adulthood. This novel not only showcases Chambers'Äô mastery of language and theme but also invites deep reflection on the choices that define our lives. It is a timeless tale that continues to echo in contemporary literary discourse.