What was the name of the Cuban dictator overthrown by Fidel Castro?

Fidel Castro - Cold War - HISTORY.com Fidel Castro A+E Networks Introduction Cuban leader Fidel Castro (1926-2016) established the first communist state in the Western Hemisphere after leading an overthrow of the military dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista in 1959. He ruled over Cuba for nearly five decades, until handing off power to his younger brother Raúl in 2008. During that time, Castro’s regime was successful in reducing illiteracy, stamping out racism and improving public health care, but was widely criticized for stifling economic and political freedoms. Castro’s Cuba also had a highly antagonistic relationship with the United States–most notably resulting in the Bay of Pigs invasion and the Cuban Missile Crisis. The two nations officially normalized relations in July 2015, ending a trade embargo that had been in place since 1960, when U.S.-owned businesses in Cuba were nationalized without compensation. Castro died on November 25, 2016, at 90. Google Fidel Castro: Early Years Castro was born on August 13, 1926, in Birán, a small town in eastern Cuba. His father was a wealthy Spanish sugarcane farmer who first came to the island during the Cuban War of Independence (1895-1898); his mother was a domestic servant for his father’s family who bore him out of wedlock. After attending a couple of Jesuit schools–including the Colegio de Belén, where he excelled at baseball–Castro enrolled as a law student at the University of Havana. While there, he became interested in politics, joining the anti-corruption Orthodox Party and participating in an aborted coup attempt against the brutal Dominican Republic dictator Rafael Trujillo . Did You Know? In addition to the Bay of Pigs invasion, the United States made several failed attempts on Fidel Castro's life, including poisoning his cigars with Botox. In 1950, Castro graduated from the University of Havana and opened a law office. Two years later, he ran for election to the Cuban House of Representatives. The election never happened, however, because Batista seized power that March. Castro responded by planning a popular uprising. “From that moment on, I had a clear idea of the struggle ahead,” he said in a 2006 “spoken autobiography.” Castro’s Revolution Begins In July 1953, Castro led about 120 men in an attack on the Moncada army barracks in Santiago de Cuba. The assault failed, Castro was captured and sentenced to 15 years in prison, and many of his men were killed. The U.S.-backed Batista, looking to improve his authoritarian image, subsequently released Castro in 1955 as part of a general amnesty. Castro ended up in Mexico , where he met fellow revolutionary Ernesto “Che” Guevara and plotted his return. The following year, Castro and 81 other men sailed on the yacht “Granma” to the eastern coast of Cuba, where government forces immediately ambushed them. The estimated 18 survivors, including Castro, his brother Raúl and Guevara, fled deep into the Sierra Maestra Mountains in southeastern Cuba with virtually no weapons or supplies. According to Castro, the revolutionaries started reorganizing with only two rifles,. But by early 1957 they were already attracting recruits and winning small battles against Rural Guard patrols. “We’d take out the men in front, attack the center, and then ambush the rear when it started retreating, in the terrain we’d chosen,” Castro said in his spoken autobiography. In 1958, Batista tried to snuff out the uprising with a massive offensive, complete with air force bombers and naval offshore units. The guerrillas held their ground, launched a counterattack and wrested control from Batista on January 1, 1959. Castro arrived in Havana a week later and soon took over as prime minister. At the same time, revolutionary tribunals began trying and executing members of the old regime for alleged war crimes. Castro’s Rule In 1960, Castro nationalized all U.S.-owned businesses, including oil refineries, factories and casinos. This prompted the United States to end diplomatic relations and impose a trade embargo that still stands today. Meanwhile, in Apr


Who played General George Custer in the film They Died with Their Boots On?

They Died with Their Boots On (1941) - IMDb IMDb There was an error trying to load your rating for this title. Some parts of this page won't work property. Please reload or try later. X Beta I'm Watching This! Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Error They Died with Their Boots On ( 1941 ) Approved | A highly fictionalized account of the life of George Armstrong Custer from his arrival at West Point in 1857 to his death at the battle of the Little Big Horn in 1876. He has little ... See full summary  » Director: Wally Kline (original screenplay), Æneas MacKenzie (original screenplay) Stars: From $2.99 (SD) on Amazon Video ON DISC Review: "The Glory Guys" (1965) Starring Tom Tryon And Senta Berger; Twilight Time Blu-ray Release 30 December 2016 6:18 AM, -08:00 | Cinemaretro.com a list of 40 titles created 01 Sep 2011 a list of 34 titles created 03 May 2012 a list of 31 titles created 19 Feb 2014 a list of 24 titles created 09 May 2015 a list of 26 titles created 2 months ago Title: They Died with Their Boots On (1941) 7.3/10 Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? Use the HTML below. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. A Texas cattle agent witnesses first hand, the brutal lawlessness of Dodge City and takes the job of sheriff to clean the town up. Director: Michael Curtiz A major countermands orders and attacks to avenge a previous massacre of men, women, and children. Director: Michael Curtiz In 1854, Jeb Stuart, George Custer and other graduates from West Point are posted to Kansas to help pacify the territory before railroad construction to Santa Fe can resume. Director: Michael Curtiz     1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7.8/10 X   Geoffrey Thorpe, a buccaneer, is hired by Queen Elizabeth I to nag the Spanish Armada. The Armada is waiting for the attack on England and Thorpe surprises them with attacks on their galleons where he shows his skills on the sword. Director: Michael Curtiz After being wrongly convicted as a traitor, Peter Blood, an English physician, is sent to exile in the British colonies of the Caribbean, where he becomes a pirate. Director: Michael Curtiz As bareknuckled boxing enters the modern era, brash extrovert Jim Corbett uses new rules and dazzlingly innovative footwork to rise to the top of the top of the boxing world. Director: Raoul Walsh A platoon of special ops are tasked to parachute into the remote Burmese jungle and destroy a strategic Japanese radar station, but getting out isn't as easy. Director: Raoul Walsh Directors: David Butler, Robert Florey, and 1 more credit  » Stars: Errol Flynn, Alexis Smith, S.Z. Sakall A depiction of the love/hate relationship between Queen Elizabeth I and Robert Devereux, the Earl of Essex. Director: Michael Curtiz Unjustly booted out of the cavalry, Mike McComb strikes out for Nevada, and deciding never to be used again, ruthlessly works his way up to becoming one of the most powerful silver magnates... See full summary  » Director: Raoul Walsh After a career criminal is recaptured and knows he faces the guillotine, he offers to exchange his life for 100 hostages slated for execution by the Nazis. Director: Raoul Walsh When Prince John and the Norman Lords begin oppressing the Saxon masses in King Richard's absence, a Saxon lord fights back as the outlaw leader of a rebel guerrilla army. Directors: Michael Curtiz, William Keighley Stars: Errol Flynn, Olivia de Havilland, Basil Rathbone Edit Storyline A highly fictionalized account of the life of George Armstrong Custer from his arrival at West Point in 1857 to his death at the battle of the Little Big Horn in 1876. He has little discipline at the academy but is prepared to stand up to the senior cadet, Ned Sharp, who makes his life miserable. While there he catches the eye of the commandant, Col. (later General) Phil Sheridan and also meets his future bride, Elizabeth Bacon. Graduating early due to the Civil War, it is only through a chance meeting with General Winfield Scott that he finally gets assigned to a cavalry regiment. He served with distinction during the


Which French town is famous for its mustard?

Regions of France | Burgundy Region of France - Food & Gastronomy - The Dijon Mustard  The Dijon Mustard Dijon Mustard is definitely a gourmet Burgundy product that has proved its culinary qualities all over the world. Just think of mustard and Dijon comes to your mind! This flavourful French sauce typical from Dijon has indeed become a classic in gastronomy, as a tasty accompaniment for chicken, salmon, grilled steaks, roast beef and sausages, as well as a classic dressing for salads, burgers and hot dogs. The French town of Dijon is obviously renowned worldwide thanks to its delicious mustard sauce. Beside its blackcurrant liquor, Burgundy's historical capital has been producing the authentic Moutarde de Dijon for centuries now. Introduced for the first time in the Burgundy gastronomy in 1336 for King Philip VI's banquet, the French mustard only developed its reputation at the end of the 18th century. The reason for its popularity originates from the recipe of a Dijon mustard producer, Jean Naigeon, who decided to use vinegar instead of verjuice (juice of unripe grapes). Indeed, whilst the original Burgundy condiment made out with verjuice was acid, the successful Dijon Mustard had a delicate and smooth taste. The traditional Dijon Mustard is made from black mustard seeds that are soaked in water until they swell up and then blended with vinegar (or white wine or verjuice). Seeds are next ground to create a smooth paste, but in some local recipes, the seeds can be partly left in. Since the time the mustard fabrication was automated, the greatest French producer has been the "Grey Poupon Mustard" company - which finally merged with its competitor, "Maille". To protect the authentic recipe, the moutarde de Dijon received the AOC French Quality Label in 1937 and its production has been strictly controlled (and even limited to the area of Dijon). Top Tip! Mustard lovers should visit the Grey Poupon - Maille Boutique in Dijon. A wide - and appetizing! - range of mustards is exhibited, including recipes with dried tomatoes, Thai spices, French Espelette pepper or Provence herbs. Apart from being a flavourful condiment for meats, the French mustard is also widely used in gastronomy to season a dish or elaborate typical sauces, such as in the A la Dijonnaise (Dijon-style) recipes.


How many red balls are on the table at the start of a game of snooker?

3 Ways to Play Snooker - wikiHow Learning the Rules 1 Score more points than your opponent to win. In order to secure victory in a game of snooker, you have to end the game with a greater number of points than the other player. This means that you should try to secure as many points per turn as you can. Snooker can be tricky to get the hang of at first, but with time you’ll learn how to place your shots to run the table and make the best of each turn. [1] There are 22 balls total used in a game of snooker: 15 red, 6 multicolored (yellow, brown, green, blue, pink and black) and a single white “cue” ball, which is used to pocket shots. The point value of each ball is as follows: all red balls =1, yellow = 2, green = 3, brown = 4, blue = 5, pink = 6 and black = 7 Players score points every time they successfully sink a ball. By the end of the game, every ball must be in a pocket for there to be a winner. Because of the player's ability to pocket colored balls repeatedly during the opening stage of the game, a winning score will rarely be below 50. 2 Set up the table properly. Before you can begin playing, the balls must be arranged in the right configuration. Each of the colored balls has a specific location on the table. The 15 red balls are arranged in a triangular formation at one end of the table, with the pink ball directly in front of the point of the triangle and black ball a few inches behind the red balls. The blue ball rests in the center. The yellow, brown and green balls are lined up horizontally on the breaking end of the table. [2] Whichever player begins the game will break from the end of the table opposite the cluster of red balls. 3 Decide which player will break. Flip a coin or come to an agreement on who will shoot first. This player will be responsible for breaking the formation of balls. For their opening shot, the player will position the white cue ball behind the line of yellow, brown and green balls. They will then aim to gently dislodge a red ball from the cluster, officially starting the game. [3] Unlike in pool, where the object of the break is to scatter the balls across the table, a snooker break should be conservative. That way, your opponent won’t have the advantage of multiple shots should you miss. [4] The cue ball can be placed anywhere within the D-shaped semicircular section of the table. 4 Alternate between red and colored balls to earn points. Points are scored by sinking the right balls in the right order. The active player will attempt to pocket a red ball first. Once sunk, red balls remain where they are. The player will then aim for any of the colored balls, which are returned to their designated spot on the table after they’ve been pocketed. Continue the game in this manner, going back and forth between red and colored balls, until all of the red balls have found their way into a pocket. [5] A player’s turn is over if they miss a shot. [6] If a player scratches (pockets the cue ball by mistake, or fails to hit a single colored ball) or shoots a ball in the wrong order (for instance, two colored balls in a row), it’s considered a foul. Typically, they lose their turn, and in competition there may also be a point deduction. 5 Pocket the rest of the colored balls in the correct order. After all of the red balls have been pocketed, a player can close out the game by consecutively sinking the remaining colored balls in order of their point value. In this stage of the game, the balls no longer go back to their original position. If one player misses, it becomes the other player’s turn. The game is over when there are no more balls on the table. [7] Following the red balls, the colored balls must be deposited in this order: yellow, green, brown, blue, pink, black. Since missed colored balls stay on the table in the final stages of the game, it becomes a free-for-all to see which player can snag the most points. Method Making Shots 1 Take a comfortable grip. Grab the cue near the bottom of the thick, weighted end. The closer to the end you grip, the more control and extension your shots w


Which office was Nicolas Breakspear the first Englishman to hold, in the twelfth century?

HISTORY OF THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH* THE PAPACY FROM THE CONCORDAT OF WORMS TO INNOCENT III. a.d. 1122–1198.   On the historical sources for this period down to the middle of the thirteenth century, see Wattenbach: Deutschlands Geschichtsquellen im Mittelalter, II. 217–442.    § 25. Innocent II., 1130–1143, and Eugene III., 1145–1153.   Innocent II.: Epistolae et Privilegia, in Migne, Patrol., Tom. 179, fol. 54636; his biographies in Muratori (Rer. Ital., Tom. II. and III.) and Watterich (Pontif. Rom. Vitae, II. 174 sq.).—Anacletus (antipapa): Epistolae et Privil., in Migne, Tom. 179, fol. 687–732.—Eugenius III.: Epistolae, etc., in Migne, 180, 1013–1614.—The Works of St. Bernard, edited by Mabillon, and reprinted in Migne’s Patrol. (Tom. 182–185, Paris, 1855); Ordericus Vitalis, Eccl. Hist., XII. 11, etc.; Bohn’s Trans. IV. Jaffé: Geschichte des deutschen Reichs unter Lothar von Sachsen. Berlin, 1843.—Mirbt, art. Innocent II. in Herzog, IX. 108 sqq.—E. Mühlbacher: Die streitige Papstwahl d. J. 1130. Innsbruck, 1876.—W. Bernhardi: Konrad III. Leipzig, 1883, 2 vols.—Hefele-Knöpfler, Bd. V. 385–532.—Giesebrecht, Bd. IV. 54 sqq.—Gregorovius, IV. 403 sqq. Hauck, IV. 130 sqq.—The Biographies of St. Bernard.   Calixtus II. was followed by Honorius II., whose rule of six years, 1124–1130, was an uneventful one. After his death a dangerous schism broke out between Innocent II., 1130–1143, and Anacletus II., 1130–1138, who represented two powerful Roman families, the Frangipani, or Breadmakers, 117 and the Pierleoni. Innocent, formerly cardinal-legate of Urban II. and mediator of the Concordat of Worms, enjoyed the reputation of superior learning and piety, which even his opponents could not dispute. He had also the advantage of a prior election, but of doubtful legal validity, since it was effected only by a minority of cardinals, who met in great hurry in an unknown place to anticipate the rival candidate. 118 Anacletus was a son of Pierleone, Petrus Leonis, and a grandson of Leo, a baptized Jewish banker, who had acquired great financial, social, and political influence under the Hildebrandian popes. A Jewish community with a few hundred members were tolerated in Trastevere and around the island of the Tiber as a monumental proof of the truth of Christianity, and furnished some of the best physicians and richest bankers, who helped the nobility and the popes in their financial troubles. Anacletus betrayed his Semitic origin in his physiognomy, and was inferior to Innocent in moral character; but he secured an election by a majority of cardinals and the support of the principal noble families and the Roman community. With the help of the Normans, he took possession of Rome, banished his opponent, deposed the hostile cardinals, and filled the college with his friends. Innocent was obliged to flee to France, and received there the powerful support of Peter of Cluny and Bernard of Clairvaux, the greatest monks and oracles of their age. He was acknowledged as the legitimate pope by all the monastic orders and by the kings of France and England. Lothaire II. (III.) of Saxony, 1125–1137, to whom both parties appealed, decided for Innocent, led him and St. Bernard to Rome by armed force, and received in turn from the pope the imperial crown, June 4, 1133. But after Lothaire’s departure, Anacletus regained possession of Rome, with the help of the Norman duke, Roger, and the party of the rival emperor, Conrad III. He made Roger II. king of Sicily, and thus helped to found a kingdom which lasted seven hundred and thirty years, till it was absorbed in the kingdom of Italy, 1860. Innocent retired to Pisa (1135). Lothaire made a second expedition to Italy and defeated Roger II. Bernard again appeared at Rome and succeeded in strengthening Innocent’s position. At this juncture Anacletus died, 1138. The healing of the schism was solemnly announced at the Second Lateran Council, 1139. War soon after broke out between Innocent and Roger, and Innocent was taken prisoner. On his release he confirmed Roger as king of Sicily. Lothaire had returned to G


What was the surname of the London gangster known as Jack The Hat?

The Krays, London East End Gangsters Malcolm Oakley Over the centuries, the East End has always been a bit of a crime hot spot. Its position on the outskirts of the city, its often overcrowded population and its poor and relatively deprived conditions compared to the rest of London often made this one of the least safe areas to visit and live in the capital. East End Gangsters In crime terms, the East End is perhaps best known for Jack the Ripper, an infamous serial killer who frightened all of Victorian England during his short but bloody spell of murders. The 1950s and 1960s saw a newer type of criminal come to the fore, as organised gangs led by locals such as The Kray twins took over the area and other parts of London. The best known East End gangsters tend to be associated with the Krays and often met a nasty end of the hands of one of the twins or their associates. Let’s take a look at some famous gangster criminal mug-shots…. George Cornell and the Blind Beggar pub George Cornell was born in the East End of London and grew up as a close friend of the Krays. Although he worked the East End for some years, he is best known for his enforcer role when he moved to South London. He joined up with a rival ‘family’ to the Krays, the Richardsons rather than working for Ronnie and Reggie’s firm. His childhood relationship with Ronnie and Reggie Kray meant that he was often used as a go-between between the two families when they clashed or wanted to iron out territorial problems. The fact that he had left the area and joined up with a rival gang didn’t endear him to the twins, however, and it was his death that finally put Ronnie Kray behind bars. In 1966, Cornell had come back to one of his old haunts, the Blind Beggar pub . He made a sarcastic comment at Ronnie Kray, perhaps not realising how much Ronnie now disliked him and how wound up he was over spats they had had in the past. The temperamental and mentally unstable Kray brother took umbrage and shot Cornell in the head immediately, even though there were many witnesses in the building. None of the witnesses would testify against a Kray and Ronnie wasn’t prosecuted for the murder until 1969. Freddie Foreman, “Brown Bread Fred” Although Freddie Foreman was born in South London, he also worked in the East End. He was most associated with the Kray twins, for whom he worked as a freelance enforcer and hit man. His nickname of “Brown Bread Fred” comes from the Cockney rhyming slang – brown bread means dead. Although Foreman had an active criminal career outside of the East End and the activities of the Kray twins, he is perhaps best known for taking part in the murder of Jack “The Hat” McVitie who was killed by Reggie Kray in 1967. Freddie Foreman admitted to helping dispose of the body and was sentenced to 10 years in prison for the crime. It is also said that he was one of the enforcers who “persuaded” local witnesses not to testify against Ronnie Kray for the murder of George Cornell. Freddie Foreman’s son, Jamie, is a well-known actor who, ironically, played an East End hard man in Eastenders , Derek Branning. Jack “The Hat” McVitie Jack McVitie was often simply referred to as Jack the Hat, as he wore a hat most of the time to hide his baldness. He worked independently dealing drugs but, by the 1960s, was also working for the Kray twins periodically when they needed certain jobs done. McVitie’s problem, as with so many people who had issues getting along with Reggie and Ronnie, was that he didn’t show them enough respect and they felt forced into taking action against him. He was also unreliable, probably due to drug use. It is thought that the final straw was a botched murder – the Krays paid him to kill one of their former associates. McVitie failed to make the hit and kept the money the Krays had paid him rather than giving it back. McVitie was murdered by Reggie Kray in 1967. His death led to their arrest and subsequent prosecution. Ronnie and Reggie Kray The Kray twins. Copyright David Bailey. The Kray twins were East End born and bred. They became the dominant cri


Which once-successful hosiery company was set up by Asil Nadir?

Lonely and marooned, tycoon risks a long stretch in prison | Politics | The Guardian Politics Lonely and marooned, tycoon risks a long stretch in prison Asil Nadir built a business fortune, was feted by the government - and fled to Cyprus when the empire crumbled Tuesday 2 September 2003 20.59 EDT First published on Tuesday 2 September 2003 20.59 EDT Share on Messenger Close The Asil Nadir who returns to Britain will not be the smiling tycoon surrounded by bodyguards who took the City by storm in the 1980s, only to see his empire collapse amid a mass of allegations of theft and false accounting. Nor will he be the man who, when he returned to northern Cyprus railing against British justice, was acclaimed as a national hero, the person who transformed the local economy by exporting its citrus fruit crop around the world. These days, the 58-year-old is a lonely figure whose profile and influence has fallen even within the tiny territory that is the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. His flight from Britain a decade ago may have been audacious, but, say friends, it has not dispelled the sense that he is marooned. Unlike any of the humble homes in the former Greek village of Lapithos, Nadir's fortified villa is festooned with a forest of satellite dishes. "We hardly see him," said George, a former policeman as he sat chain-smoking in the coffee-shop opposite. "We just see him going and coming to work in an armoured car." In years gone by, the tycoon would eat out with friends in Lapithos's tavernas. Now he spends most nights locked behind his home's huge wooden gates, glued to the BBC and other channels that are his main link to the outside world. "He really misses Britain," his assistant Sevim Alparstan told the Guardian from the tycoon's Nicosia office yesterday. "He loves England. He will go back when he thinks the time is right." Even worse, the once powerful businessman has fallen foul of the political powers in the breakaway republic. Recently he accused the mini-state of owing him $4 million (£2.5m) in outstanding loans made originally to his former friend, the veteran Turkish Cypriot leader Rauf Denktash. Mr Denktash not only rejected the charge out of hand but responded by launching a smear campaign against Mr Nadir in the state-controlled press. Volcan, a pro-government paper, regularly proclaims that Mr Nadir "the international fugitive" should be sent back to the UK. Cudgels The ongoing feud has resulted in Mr Nadir's own paper, Kibris, taking up the cudgels on behalf of the Turkish Cypriot opposition now campaigning for a settlement on the divided island and entry with the Greek Cypriots to the European Union next May. Mr Nadir's unexpected support for a solution has played a major role in stoking suspicion in Cyprus that he has cut a deal with the British authorities. "All of us have been quite shocked by the stance he has taken," said Mehemet Ali Talat, the leader of the main opposition Republican People's party. "He has actually been very courageous in pushing for a solution that would obviously make his own extradition that much easier. That's why we believe he must have come up with a deal with the British." If that is so, the SFO is giving little away. There have clearly been talks on the bail conditions, but it seems no agreement has yet been reached. Instead, his lawyer, Peter Krivinskas, says it is a simple case of his client wanting to clear his name. "I think Asil is feeling fitter and better than he has done for a good while and feels more able to cope with the rigours of coming back," he said. "There will inevitably be a lot of unpleasantness but he now feels strong enough to deal with it." The first signs that Mr Nadir might be prepared to return came in September 2000 when he filed an application in London for charges against him to be dropped. His argument then was the same as the one he will now deploy: that he would not receive a fair trial and that the SFO had abused its powers and the law in the way it handled its inquiries. In the 2000 appeal, the SFO successfully argued that the applicati


Which part did Honor Blackman play in the film Goldfinger?

Honor Blackman - Biography   Honor Blackman was born in Plaistow, Newham, London. For her sixteenth birthday her father offered her a choice: a bicycle or elocution classes. She chose the latter. Her elocution teacher was an inspirational woman who introduced her to a world of poetry and theatre previously unknown to her. In the process Honor discovered talents she didn't know she had. Her teacher advised Honor's father to enrol her in the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, which she duly attended part-time while working as an office clerk in the Home Office. It was suggested to Honor - upon her graduation - she should audition as an understudy in a West End play, The Guinea Pig. She did, and was successful in securing the job. Further good fortune came her way when the show's lead actress fell ill, Honor stepped in. Two more West End plays followed but as a princiapal.. Her first film appearance soon followed; a non-speaking part in Fame is the Spur, at Denham Studios, in which she was killed by a cavalryman— life almost imitating art alas, as she was nearly killed by the horse that stepped on her hair whilst she was on the ground. Joining the Rank Organisation’s stable of talent at Pinewood, Honor appeared in a number of movies including Quartet and So Long at the Fair with Dirk Bogarde, next came the film of the sinking of the Titanic - A Night to Remember and a Norman Wisdom comedy The Square Peg. Television work soon followed and began to dominate her career with appearances in episodes of The Vise for the Danziger Brothers, Douglas Fairbanks Jr Presents, The New Adventures of Charlie Chan, African Patrol, The Invisible Man, The Pursuers, Kraft Mystery Theatre and The Saint, opposite Roger Moore, amongst them. Meanwhile in her personal life, Honor married Bill Sankey in 1946, but divorced eight years later. In 1961 she married actor Maurice Kaufmann and very soon after went to meet legendary producer Leonard White with a view to playing Cathy Gale in The Avengers. White was looking to replace to replace Ian Hendry, Patrick Macnee's original partner in The Avengers. Honor as Pussy Galore in the James Bond film Goldfinger Honor as Cathy Gale in The Avengers Cathy Gale was unlike any character on TV before. She was smart, sexy, intelligent and could hold her own in any fight scenario (she even wrote a book on self defence as a result of the programme). In her leather clad outfit, she became a pin up for full blooded males all over the world and an inspiration to women striving for equality of the sexes. During the second season of the show, Honor released a record with Macnee, entitled Kinky Boots. It was a surprise hit, peaking at number 5 on re-release in 1990 - after being played incessantly by BBC Radio 1 breakfast show presenter Simon Mayo. After 43 episodes of The Avengers Honor decided to move on, and returned to movies with director Guy Hamilton casting her as Pussy Galore in the definitive Bond movie, Goldfinger (1964). Producer Albert R. Broccoli admitted Honor had been cast on the back of her success in The Avengers, despite the fact that the American audience had never even seen the programme. Broccoli said, "The Brits would love her because they knew her as Mrs. Gale, the Yanks would like her because she was so good, it was a perfect combination". Post-Bond, Honor continued to blend film, TV and stage work. She next co-starred with Laurence Harvey in Life at the Top and Shalako in which she was partnered firstly with Jack Hawkins and then Stephen Boyd not Sean, sadly, he had Brigitte Bardot in her first film outside France. She also starred in an episode of Armchair Theatre. Alongside Richard Attenborough, she appeared in The Last Grenade and then signed up for a film version of DH Lawrence’s The Virgin and the Gypsy. In 1971, Honor and Maurice Kaufmann both appeared in horror movie Fright. The couple divorced in 1975, but remained firm friends. They had two children together, Lottie and Barnarby. Honor as Laura West in the long running ITV sitcom - The Upper


In which Irish park was Lord Cavendish assassinated in 1882?

History Ireland Published in Featured-Archive-Post , Features , Issue 3 (May/June 2014) , Volume 22 The monumental statue of Lord Frederick Cavendish at Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. When Lord Frederick Cavendish was killed by the Invincibles in the Phoenix Park in May 1882, nothing like it had happened in British political life since Prime Minister Spencer Percival was shot dead in the lobby of the House of Commons in 1812. Percival is the only British prime minister to have been assassinated, and it appears that his killing was the result of a personal grievance. In contrast, Cavendish’s assassination was politically motivated. It was particularly gruesome—long surgical knives were the assassins’ chosen instruments—and this aspect greatly appealed to the instinct of the popular press for sensationalism, which was then coming to the fore. The outrage that the killing caused amongst the political élite in Britain and the horror it engendered in the British public generally were both writ large within 10 Downing Street. In 1864 Cavendish had married Mrs Gladstone’s favourite niece, Lucy Lyttelton, and the young couple were part of the prime minister’s inner family circle. Lucy was the daughter of the fourth Lord Lyttelton and his first wife, Mary (née Glynne), a sister of Mrs Gladstone, and she was taken under Mrs Gladstone’s wing, so to speak, when her mother died in 1857. The couple made their home at Holker Hall, a Cavendish house at Cark-in-Cartmel, Cumbria. Portraits of both of them by Sir William Richmond hang there today, and there is a monumental statue of Lord Frederick nearby in Barrow-in-Furness. Cavendish’s career The murders of Chief Secretary Lord Frederick Cavendish and Under-Secretary Thomas Burke in Dublin’s Phoenix Park, as depicted in Le Monde, May 1882. Burke, not Cavendish, was probably the Invincibles’ intended target. (NLI) Lord Frederick Charles Cavendish was born on 30 November 1836, the second son of the seventh duke of Devonshire, so he was nearly 46 when he died. His elder brother was the marquis of Hartington, who would later split with Gladstone over Home Rule for Ireland in 1886 and, after voting against, would become leader of the Liberal Unionists in parliament. He declined to become prime minster on no less than three occasions. To what extent Hartington’s opposition to Home Rule was influenced by the murder of his brother is a matter for speculation, though Lucy Cavendish was later a supporter of Home Rule despite the sorrow that she had suffered at the hands of Irishmen. Lord Frederick was educated at home by private tutors and at Trinity College, Cambridge, where he took a BA in 1858. From 1859 to 1864 he was private secretary to Lord Granville, leader of the Liberal Party in the House of Lords, and then, from 1865 until his death in 1882, Liberal MP for north-west Yorkshire. Gladstone was most assiduous in advancing his career: he became private secretary to Gladstone in 1872 during Gladstone’s first administration, and he served as a lord of the treasury from August 1873 until Gladstone’s government resigned in February 1874. When the Liberals returned to power in 1880, he was appointed financial secretary to the treasury. As Gladstone was at that time combining the office of chancellor of the exchequer with that of prime minister, it fell to Cavendish as financial secretary to do the routine work of the chancellor. Appointment greeted with derision When W.E. Forster quit as chief secretary for Ireland in May 1882 in protest at the so-called ‘Kilmainham treaty’, Cavendish succeeded him—but, unlike Forster, without a seat in the cabinet. Gladstone intended that the ‘treaty’ should inaugurate a policy of conciliation in Ireland, and his reason for appointing Cavendish was that the latter had, while at the treasury, drawn up a new land purchase scheme for Ireland; he was thought, therefore, to know something about Ireland and to be in favour of conciliation. His appointment, however, was greeted with incredulity—even derision. Cavendish had a speech impediment, and that seriously compromi


On which scale is the intensity of an earthquake measured?

Magnitude / Intensity Comparison Jump to Navigation Magnitude / Intensity Comparison Magnitude and Intensity measure different characteristics of earthquakes. Magnitude measures the energy released at the source of the earthquake. Magnitude is determined from measurements on seismographs. Intensity measures the strength of shaking produced by the earthquake at a certain location. Intensity is determined from effects on people, human structures, and the natural environment. Magnitude / Intensity Comparison The following table gives intensities  that are typically observed at  locations near the epicenter of earthquakes of  different magnitudes. Magnitude Abbreviated Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale I. Not felt except by a very few under especially favorable conditions. II. Felt only by a few persons at rest, especially on upper floors of buildings. III. Felt quite noticeably by persons indoors, especially on upper floors of buildings. Many people do not  recognize it as an  earthquake. Standing motor cars may rock slightly. Vibrations similar to the passing of a truck. Duration estimated. IV. Felt indoors by many, outdoors by few during the day. At night, some awakened. Dishes, windows, doors  disturbed; walls  make cracking sound. Sensation like heavy truck striking building. Standing motor cars rocked noticeably. V. Felt by nearly everyone; many awakened. Some dishes, windows broken. Unstable objects overturned. Pendulum clocks may  stop. VI. Felt by all, many frightened. Some heavy furniture moved; a few instances of fallen plaster. Damage slight. VII. Damage negligible in buildings of good design and construction; slight to moderate in well-built ordinary structures;  considerable damage in poorly built or badly designed structures; some chimneys broken. VIII. Damage slight in specially designed structures; considerable damage in ordinary substantial buildings with partial collapse.  Damage great in poorly built structures. Fall of chimneys, factory stacks, columns, monuments, walls. Heavy furniture overturned. IX. Damage considerable in specially designed structures; well-designed frame structures thrown out of plumb. Damage great in  substantial buildings, with partial collapse. Buildings shifted off foundations. X. Some well-built wooden structures destroyed; most masonry and frame structures destroyed with foundations. Rails bent. XI. Few, if any (masonry) structures remain standing. Bridges destroyed. Rails bent greatly. XII. Damage total. Lines of sight and level are distorted. Objects thrown into the air. From The Severity of an Earthquake.


St Peter Port is the capital of which island?

St Peter Port, Guernsey - Things to Do & See | VisitGuernsey Things To Do St Peter Port With its cobbled streets and picturesque seafront marina and historic gardens, it is easy to see why St Peter Port is considered one of Europe's prettiest harbour towns. Guernsey's capital has been a busy port since Roman times. Castle Cornet has stood guard over the town for 800 years. Once cut off by the tide, it now provides a spectacular backdrop to the town as well as staging theatre productions and musical events. St Peter Port's centrepiece is its beautiful church, which is believed to be the closest church to a pub in the British Isles. If you want to learn more about the island's history, head to the Guernsey Tapestry  at the Gallery in St James Concert Hall , wander through the beautiful Candie Gardens or explore Hauteville House , home to French writer Victor Hugo. If you would rather just take it easy, explore the boutique shopping, then sit back and relax with a coffee or bite to eat and watch the world go by. At the top of town is Candie Gardens . Once the formal gardens of a private home, they are now open for the public to enjoy and house the Guernsey Museum & Art Gallery . The tearoom has lovely views over the town and across to neighbouring islands. Castle Cornet  has been at the forefront of the island's history  for hundreds of years and there are five museums inside its walls to explore. La Vallette Underground Military Museum covers all aspects of Guernsey's military history. It is situated at the south of St Peter Port, alongside the Victorian Bathing Pools and The Guernsey Aquarium . The Old Victorian Shop in Cornet Street acts as a historic shop and museum, which highlights islanders home life of the past. The street weaves up to the top of Tower Hill, an area of town steeped in folklore and tales of witches and ghosts. A short walk further up the hill takes you to the door of Hauteville House, where Victor Hugo  lived between 1856 and 1870. His town house has been preserved as a museum, which captures the French writer's eccentric life with its amazing collection of furniture and artefacts. If you want to uncover more about St Peter Port's hidden past,  Accredited Guides  are available to take you on a variety of guided walks or pick up a copy of our Map of St Peter Port from the Guernsey Information Centre , with five trails taking you to different areas of the town. View the webcam from the Old Government House Hotel below!


Which local group included a track called `99% Of Gargoyles Look Like Bob Todd' on their 1985 album 'Back in the DHSS'?

"James Dean was just a careless driver" - Discuss... Skip to the most recent comment Dave Betts I always heard “try my hand at brag” as in the card game – he owes a fiver after all. Is there any money in drag? 24 September 2010 I’m with Dave: definitely brag. 24 September 2010 Sounds like “drag” to me. I’d never realised it was “buttermilk” rather than “butter, milk”. 24 September 2010 Third Rate Les In the last verse, it’s “think that they would” (you have the “that” missing) and it sounds like “cats all prefer Whiskas”. There’s also a “take me home” aside after the second chorus – not sure whether you add those or not. 24 September 2010 I’m for “all prefer whiskas” too 24 September 2010 Chris The Siteowner Ugh, well off form when it reached the last verse, clearly. Sorry about that. As for “drag”/”brag”, I guess more opinions are needed. Don’tcha hate it when you’ve (possibly) been singing the wrong words for 23 years? 24 September 2010 Dagenham dave I would have bet more than a fiver that it was ‘brag’ but I’ve now had another listen and you’re right, it does sound more like ‘drag’. I’ve got no idea what it could mean though. 24 September 2010 Richard Lovell Always heard drag myself, but then I’ve been wrong before. Wrote to Probe in the late 80s (before the family thing got big) asking what the ‘drummer room of Stretford’ was all about, only to learn it was ‘the Krona rumours spread but…’. Personally I blame Alan Sugar and his crappy Amstrad stereos. 25 September 2010 Richard Lovell Dave – drag as in dressing up as a girlie to avoid detection and paying back said bluey. Maybe that’s what got wee Jimmy Krankie started? 25 September 2010 Neil G I think that should be ‘shoo-in’ rather than ‘shoe-in’. http://www.thefreedictionary.com/shoo-in I wouldn’t fancy a ‘shoe-in’. 25 September 2010 Good grief, I was having a bad day yesterday, wasn’t I? 25 September 2010 Stan Just goes to shoe.  Or show. I always heard it as “equilateral chainstore”. And I definately heard it as “drag”, although I’m worried that it tells the trained mind a thing or two that I can do without knowing myself. 25 September 2010 Martin Me and the Ombudsman always heard ‘drag’ rather than ‘brag’, and would never be convinced otherwise. Also, I’m with Les with “butter, milk and cheese”. The original Dairlylea advert sounded like it too. IMO it becomes mathematically safe when you look at the ingredients of a Dairylea triangle : “Skimmed Milk (49%), Cheese (30%), Butter, Skimmed Milk Powder (7%), Emulsifying Salts (Polyphosphate, Sodium Citrate), Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)” …. i.e., there’s butter, milk and cheese and a noticeable lack of buttermilk. 26 September 2010 Votes here for ‘butter, milk and cheese’ and ‘brag’. 26 September 2010 Richard butter, milk and cheese definitely; not sure why there is any argument over this. Buttermilk makes no sense at all. Have tended to think it was ‘drag’ but did flirt with ‘brag’ in the mid 90’s I would not want to over analyse the reason – I think its some random musings; James Dean and Marilyn Monroe dont have any relationship IMO to owing a fiver, or drag/brag. I suppose ‘hand’ is clever teamed with brag, (probably the reason for the 90’s schism) but I now still hear drag. 27 September 2010 Chris The Siteowner Do you know, much as it pains me to have had something like this revealed after so long, I’m going to separate the butter and milk from the buttermilk. God knows about “brag” though. 27 September 2010 Ricardo This was the first HMHB song I ever heard. I confess that my cousin’s enthusiastic, “Have you heard of this new band, Half Man Half Biscuit?” made me shudder, given my 16-year-old self’s disdain for ‘funny’ bands. The Smiths were about as jocular a band as my music tastes would run to. But something immediately clicked – I think it was probably that rather than trying to be funny, they just seemed wonderfully cynical and detached – and Back In The DHSS was purchased the next day. Anyway, on that very first listen I thought it was ‘brag’, and at no point even thought to question this in the qua


I am the egg man' is a line from which Beatles song?

The Beatles - I Am The Walrus - YouTube The Beatles - I Am The Walrus Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Uploaded on Jun 4, 2010 Category


What, according to popular saying, is 'the thief of time?

"PROCRASTINATION: THE THIEF OF TIME" Feature Article | 21 July 2012 10:23 CET "PROCRASTINATION: THE THIEF OF TIME" “PROCRASTINATION: THE THIEF OF TIME” EPHESIANS 5:15-17 Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, making the most of your time, because the days are evil. So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is (NASB). INTRODUCTION There is a legend about Satan and his demons planning their strategy for attacking the world that is hearing the message of salvation. One of the demons says, “I have got the plan, master. When I get on the earth and take charge of people's thinking, I will tell them there is no heaven.” The devil responds, “Ah, they will never believe that. This Book of Truth is full of messages about the hope of heaven through sins forgiven. They won't believe that. They know that there is a glory yet future.” On the other side of the room another says, “I have got the plan. I will tell them there is no hell.” “No good,” he says. “Jesus, while He was on earth, talked more of hell than of heaven. They know in their hearts that their wrong will have to be taken care of in some way. They deserve nothing more than hell.” And one brilliant little demon in the back stood up and said, “Then I know the answer. I will just tell them there is no hurry.” And he is the one Satan chose. Let's take a look at the adage, Procrastination: The Thief of Time” as we examine the text: Ephesians 5:15-17. I. WISE BELIEVERS' WAY OF LIFE V. 15 Based on what the Apostle Paul has said in the beginning of chapter 5 of Ephesians as he concludes the chapter, he exhorts the believing community to live like wise men/women. I believe the King James Version states, “See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise” (v.15). The word “circumspectly” suggests looking all around, giving attention to all circumstances and consequences as one might do when passing through a very dangerous place. The same word may be translated, “Watch carefully, then, how you walk.” Today's English Version of the Bible states, “So pay close attention to how you live.” The thought is further explained by the words “not as fools, but as wise.” What the Bible is teaching us is that believers are to walk as people having the character of wise people, not fools. The Word of God is teaching us that Christian wisdom is practical wisdom, because it teaches us how to behave. The word “behave” is the Hebrew concept “to walk” (in the Greek, peripateo). It means to walk around. In 2:1-3 the Apostle Paul has exhorted that our Christian walk or behavior must no longer be according to the world, the flesh, and the devil. In 4:17 he says that we are not to live like pagans. In other words, we are not to live our lives like people who do not belong to God. Rather our behavior must be worthy of God's call, 'in love,' and “as children of light” (4:1; 5:1, 8). Everything worth doing in life requires care. You pay particular attention to things that matter to you, for instance, your job, education, home and family, hobbies, dress or clothes, and appearance. Therefore, as Christians we must pay careful attention to our Christian life. However, in the life of many Christians the opposite is the truth. Many Christians do not pay attention to the way they live their lives. In view of this, they become stumbling blocks to others. This should not be so. On the contrary, we must treat our Christian life as the serious thing it is. It is a call for moral discernment and a practical skill in making decisions. What therefore are the marks of wise people who take care of their Christian discipleship? II. WISE BELIEVERS' USE OF TIME V. 16 The Apostle Paul says that wise Christians make the most of their time. The verb that is used in verse 16 can mean “to redeem” or “to buy back.” The Greek word for “redeeming” is a market term meaning, “To buy out” or “purchase completely.” The term is used in reference to “buying back" a slave in the New Testament, except here in this text and Colossians 4:5. It is the same word that is used for t


Baku, capital city of Azerbaijan All... Baku, capital city of Azerbaijan Baku is easily the most cosmopolitan city in the Caucasus. There are few cities that are evolving as quickly as the Azeri capital, where East and West blend beautifully. There, you will see glitzy Mercedes rush past stone mansions, grey Soviet apartment blocks sitting next to shiny glass towers and tree-lined streets lined with posh expat pups and teahouses. This enchanting combination makes Baku one of the area's brightest gems. The soul of the capital really comes alive in the Old City, a UNESCO World Heritage site separated from the urban sprawl by stone walls dating from the 12th century. Over its long history, the Old City has been home to Zoroastrians, Arabs, Ottomans, Persians, Sassanians, Shirvants and Russians, and today it still retains many of the characteristics of the medieval town. The narrow streets form a labyrinth, snaking by tiny courtyards and congested buildings. At the southeast corner of the Old City lies the Maiden Tower, whose foundation was laid in the 6th century BC. The eight-story tower was completed in the 12th century, when it was used as a fire temple or astronomical observatory. Just a short walk away is the Shirvanshah's Palace, constructed in the 15th century when Baku was made the capital. Although a Russian naval attack seriously damaged the building in the 18th century, it has been largely restored to its original glory. Visitors today can walk through the residential section of the palace, its mausoleum and the mosque of Key-Gubad. The complex rests on one of the highest points in the city, offering extraordinary views of Baku and the sea. The southwest corner of the city is dominated by Martyr's Lane, a sombre memorial to the locals killed in 1990 by the Red Army. A Turkish-style mosque and extensive gardens are open to the public, but the police are always nearby looking for vandals, especially since a controversial memorial to the British troops killed during the first World War opened nearby. The city has a few notable museums, and a favorite of both tourists and locals is the Latif Karimov Carpet and Applied Arts Museum. Housed in the former Lenin museum, the collection celebrates the tradition of Azerbaijani craftsmanship and contains more than 10,000 items. The most captivating are the colorful handwoven carpets, copper goods and jewelry dating back to the early Middle Ages. Another favorite is the House and Museum of Jafar Jabbarli, dedicated to the life and work of one of Azerbaijanís most celebrated playwrights. More writers are celebrated at the nearby Nizami Museum of Azerbaijani Literature. The massive museum showcases over 3,000 artifacts, including sculptures, manuscripts, illustrations, rare books and more. Once the sun sets, head to Fountain Square, where locals relax after a long work day and soak in the sun on the weekends. The square is lined with many boutiques, cafes and restaurants serving up both traditional dishes and international fusion cuisine. The nightlife is still evolving, but there are plenty of places to have an inexpensive but strong drink and dance until the sun comes up. Baku Geographical Location Baku is located on the Absheron Peninsula on the central easternmost side of Azerbaijan facing the Caspian Sea. The population of Baku is approximately 2,080,000. Baku Language Azarbaijani is the official language of Azerbaijan and is the most commonly spoken language while Lezgi, Russian, and Armenian are also spoken in lesser numbers. Baku Predominant Religion


At what battle was the Mexican general Santa Anna defeated by Sam Houston in 1836?

Sam Houston and the Battle for Texas Independence Sam Houston and the Battle for Texas Independence "Remember the Alamo" is a well-known phrase. Do you know what it means? Sam Houston had already served in the U.S. House of Representatives and as governor of Tennessee when he moved to Texas in 1832. At the time he arrived, Texas was part of Mexico and the site of rising tensions and violent disturbances between Mexican authorities and Anglo settlers from the United States. Voicing his support for a separate state of Texas, Houston emerged as a leader among the settlers. In 1835, he was chosen commander in chief of the Texas army. The Alamo was an 18th century Franciscan Mission in San Antonio, Texas, which was the location of an important battle for Texans fighting for independence from Mexico. In 1836, a small group of Texans was defeated by Mexican General Santa Anna. When Houston received word of the defeat at the Alamo, he was inspired to begin a month-long retreat to regroup and replenish the Texas army's strength. Remembering how badly the Texans had been defeated at the Alamo, on April 21, 1836, Houston's army won a quick battle against the Mexican forces at San Jacinto and gained independence for Texas. Soon after, Houston was elected president of the Republic of Texas. He continued to serve as senator and governor after Texas became part of the United States in 1845. Sam Houston died in 1863 in Huntsville, Texas, where a 67-foot-tall memorial statue of him now stands. After a lifetime of service to his country, the event for which he is most well known is his role in the independence of Texas. page 1 of 1


"Who famously said in 1916 ""History is more or less bunk""?"

'History is bunk' - the meaning and origin of this phrase History is bunk Live in the present, not the past. Origin Henry Ford (1863 - 1947) was the founder of the Ford Motor Company, the father of the assembly line and of mass-production, and one of the wealthiest and most famous people who ever lived. However, history is bunk is probably one of the two things that most of us can recall that he ever said. The other being "People can have the Model T in any colour - so long as it's black". Did Henry Ford say 'history is bunk? Well, more or less, yes. What he actually said about history was: "History is more or less bunk. It's tradition. We don't want tradition. We want to live in the present, and the only history that is worth a tinker's damn is the history that we make today." (Chicago Tribune, 1916). His gung ho, don't concern yourself with the past - live in the present philosophy was also apparent in a couple of other quotations: "You can't build a reputation on what you are going to do." "If you think you can, you can. And if you think you can't, you're right." In the Series 3, Episode 7 edition of the BBC's QI quiz show, Stephen Fry made this comment: There's no evidence that Ford actually ever said, "Any color you like so long as it's black." Fry's researchers would do well to read Ford's autobiography, My Life and Work, 1922, which includes this passage: In 1909 I announced one morning, without any previous warning, that in the future we were going to build only one model, that the model was going to be "Model T," and that the chassis would be exactly the same for all cars, and I remarked: "Any customer can have a car painted any colour that he wants so long as it is black." In is likely that Ford was being somewhat playful in making that remark. Model Ts were, in fact, offered in a choice of colour early in the car's lifetime around 1908, and again after 1926. The statement was true when Ford's biography was published, in 1922, and when he was cutting costs by using a type of quick-drying paint that was only then available in black.


In the human body what name is given collectively to the five long bones of the foot?

Understanding The Anatomy of the Bones of the Foot Understanding The Anatomy of the Bones of the Foot Authored by Hindfoot & Tarsal Bones Over 25 percent of our bones are located in our feet. There are twenty-six bones that make up the complex structure of each foot. The foot is a strong mechanism, and it supports our entire body weight during all upright activities (standing, walking, running, etc). It remains flexible, durable, and resilient under enormous pressure. Structurally, the foot consists of three main parts: the forefoot, midfoot, and hindfoot. Anatomically, the bones of the foot are known as the tarsal bones, metatarsal bones, and phalanges. Let’s break down each category and discuss the importance of each bone. Forefoot: Phalanges and Metatarsal Bones The forefoot comprises fourteen phalanges and five metatarsal bones. One phalanx of each of the five toes connects to one of the five metatarsals. The toes are numbered one through five, starting with the big toe, which is technically known as the hallux. Some people like to call the fifth toe the “pinky.” The phalanges are referred to as follows: The proximal phalanx is the base of each toe and articulates the metatarsal bone and middle phalanx. The middle phalanx is located under the distal phalanx in the second, third, fourth and fifth toes only. The hallux does not have a middle phalanx. The distal phalanx is found at the end of each toe, forming the tip of the toes. There are five metatarsals in each foot. The metatarsals are the long bones located between the tarsal bones and the phalanges. Each metatarsal has a long shaft with two expanded ends called the base and the head. They form part of the foot’s arch and serve both as a major shock absorber and a weight-transfer mechanism. They are connected to the forefoot and midfoot by muscles, tendons, and a special ligament known as the plantar fascia. The metatarsals are not named individually; rather, they are numbered first through fifth, starting with the big toe. Here is a quick description of each of the metatarsal bones: The first metatarsal bone is the shortest and thickest. The second metatarsal bone is the longest and is firmly held between the first and third cuneiform bones. This bone is most susceptible to injury. The third metatarsal bone is in the middle and articulates the third cuneiform, as well as the second and fourth metatarsal bones. The fourth metatarsal bone is smaller than the third, but like the third it also articulates the surrounding metatarsals (the third and fifth), and also articulates the cuboid. The fifth metatarsal bone articulates the cuboid and the fourth metatarsal. Jones fractures and stress fractures are common injuries to this bone. There are also two tiny bones located under the hallux (big toe) called sesamoid bones. Sesamoid bones develop within the tendon of a muscle to protect the tendon from wear and tear at the point where it passes over the end of the metatarsal bone. They bear the weight of the body when the toe pushes off in walking or running. Though it is less common, sesamoid bones can be found elsewhere in the foot within other flexor tendons of the toes. Midfoot: Lesser Tarsal Bones The five bones that make up the midfoot are collectively known as the lesser tarsal bones. They act as an intermediary to transfer weight from the hindfoot to the forefoot with each footstep. These bones, along with the joints and ligaments that connect them, make up most of what we would consider the arch of the foot. They include: The navicular bone is boat-shaped and located in the middle of the foot. It articulates with the talus and the three cuneiform bones. The cuboid bone is shaped like a cube and is the last of the seven tarsal bones, articulating with the fourth and fifth metatarsal bones, calcaneus, and navicular bones. There are three cuneiform bones in all: medial, intermediate, and lateral. They are located in the midfoot region, articulating with the corresponding metatarsal bones and navicular bone. Hindfoot: Greater Tarsal bones The hindfoot connects the foo


What name is given to the vertical bars dividing the panes of a window?

Window Part Terminology Window Part Terminology       Woodworkers try to bring order to the vocabulary universe and define "muntin," "mullion," "bar," "rail," and related window and door terminology. March 26, 2010 Question I had a pleasant discussion with a friend the other day about the real meaning of the terms muntins, mullions, bars and rails. I have a good deal of respect for this individual's intellectual knowledge of woodworking, but am curious how others define these items. When I told him I thought I'd write this post he thought it was a great idea. He wanted to know if others agreed with his definitions. I've been one of those that will describe the divider bars in windows as "muntins or mullions or whatever!" For years I've also referred to the vertical dividers that separate side by side panels as "vertical stiles." I've always known that I was probably wrong in making these references but never put out any effort to become more accurate. So, here are my friend's definitions, in my words. Do you agree? Mullion: a vertical space separating two architectural units such as a stud pocket between an entry door and a sidelight. Not the divider bars between window panes. Rail: a horizontal component separating glass panes that goes between a pair of stiles just like the top, bottom and/or intermediate rails on a door. To be a rail, the part must cross the entire width of the opening in one unbroken piece. Bar: a component separating glass panes that goes either horizontally between a pair of stiles (another name for "rail") or vertically between a pair of rails in a door or window frame. In effect, if the part goes horizontally all the way across the opening it can be called a "rail" or a "bar," but if these primary unbroken components do the same thing vertically, then they are a "bar." Bar rail: totally unrelated to the above but clearly preferred by many at the end of a long hard day. Muntin: The shorter pane divider components that do not go all the way across the opening in one piece, but rather go only between the bars, rails or frame in short segments. Forum Responses I agree with your friend. From contributor T: If there's a bet riding on it, then you need an arbiter. In my opinion, that arbiter should be the AWI manual, since they set the standards for all specified jobs. Their definition of mullion: an upright *or vertical* member between panels. Similar to a cross rail in the way it is fit and machined. Bar: A rabbeted moulding which extends the total height *or* width of the glass opening in a door. Muntin: A short bar, either horizontal *or* vertical, extending from a full bar to a stile, rail, or another bar. From contributor J: From Steven Mouzon's "Traditional Construction Patterns": Muntin: 1) A door muntin is any framing member that does not extend entirely from top to bottom of the door or from stile to stile. Muntins are most commonly used to divide vertical panels. 2) A window muntin is any framing member that divides panes of glass. He defines several specific types of rails, all of them horizontal members that cross an entire door from stile to stile, and all of them surrounding panels (not glass). Mullion: A member that joins wall openings such as doors, windows or cased openings (i.e. the vertical casing that bridges the jambs of two windows set close together is a "casing mullion"). From contributor F: I don't know if I'm correct, but my understanding is: Stile - outside vertical frame member. Rail - outside horizontal frame member. Mullion - inside vertical member. Muntin - inside horizontal member. Bars - another description of muntins and mullions as a whole, i.e. barred (divided) glass as opposed to a single pane. From contributor D: I agree that while there are geographical differences in the terminology and applications, the diversity of definition arises mostly from the lack of continuity and formal education in our chosen profession. The shops I trained in were more than lax in linguistic accuracy, and "that thing" or "the stick" or "them sticks" sufficed for communication and de f


Who painted the Rake's Progress series of paintings, in 1721/1723?

A Rake's Progress | artble.com A Rake's Progress A Rake's Progress Story / Theme Plate 3: Cavorting with prostitutes Plate 5: Marrying an old maid In A Rake's Progress Hogarth depicts the story of Tom Rakewell, a young man who inherits money from his late father and squanders it on expensive clothes, prostitutes and gambling. Although Tom is not portrayed as an evil character, he is certainly out of his depth, thrown into a life trying to emulate the aristocracy without the knowledge or the funds to sustain it. Over eight plates Hogarth illustrates the life of Tom Rakewell; after losing his father and his fortune, he indulging in orgies and drunkenly cavorting with prostitutes. Having squandered his fortune Tom is forced to marry an older, wealthy woman in order to pay his debts. However, his attention is directed at the maid rather than his new wife. He then loses his second fortune and is sent to the debtor's jail and eventually ends up in the notorious Bedlam Hospital for the insane which is full of a range of characters. Tom is comforted by the ever present Sarah Young, the maid he so greatly admires. A Rake's Progress Inspirations for the Work Plate 6: A gambling den at Soho's White Club Plate 7: The notorious Fleet debtor's prison Plate 8: Bedlam Debtors' prison: Hogarth's father was detained in Fleet debtor's prison for most of his childhood. Although the artist never talked about this in any of his biographical writings it must have had a profound effect on him. Certainly the conditions which Tom Rakewell found himself in must have been very similar to that of Hogarth's father. Bedlam: Bedlam was an infamous mental hospital in the 18th century and was open for viewing by the public for a small fee. Run by the infamous Baron Henry Brougham, there were many accounts of inmates being badly treated and abused. Hogarth's use of this setting reflects the 18th century view that madness was a result of moral weakness. Local scandals: The social scandals of the day can only have been inspirations for this satirical attack on the upper classes. Wealthy young men were often seen frequenting the drinking holes and brothels of London. Gambling and drinking were so popular that it's very likely Hogarth had read about or knew men in similar positions. It was certainly very common for a poor young man to marry an older woman for her money. Hogarth's Moral Values: In all of Hogarth's paintings his strong moral code is very evident and he uses his work almost as an excuse to preach to society. A Presbyterian upbringing and strong moral standing meant that Hogarth was keen to use art as a way to shock the general public into action, concerning the vices and addictions that he felt were ruining English society. A Rake's Progress Analysis William Hogarth Composition: In A Rake's Progress Hogarth uses his theories on the analysis of beauty by including numerous characters within the scene and using symbolism to create an overcrowded composition in which the narrative is very clear. The artist also uses his serpentine curves and his lighting techniques highlight various characters and aspects, while lesser characters are in the shadowy parts of the painting. Painting style: These works were later made into engravings and became publically available, being displayed in public buildings as well as private houses. Hogarth's style of painting is reminiscent to that of the Rococo fashion where loose lines and free hand movement dominate the work. Color palette: A rich color palette is also used in bright and muted tones as Hogarth makes red his primary color to accentuate the characters in the smoky tavern and dingy buildings. He uses many brown tones in these works and overall warm colors dominate, with numerous chiaroscuro techniques. A Rake's Progress Critical Reception Brian Sewell Industry and Idleness , 1747: Produced later than A Rake's Progress, this series is darker and although still satirical, has a shocking quality to it which is not present in Hogarth's earlier offerings. These plates illustrate the story of two apprentices who


At what battle did Hannibal defeat the Romans in 216 BC?

The Battle of Cannae AD 378 The Battle of Cannae The Battle of Cannae in the summer of 216 BC is a milestone in Roman history. It was Hannibal's finest hour and forced the Romans to learn a painful lesson. The Roman legions were perhaps the finest military units of their day. Their methods of fighting, their training and their equipment were highly sophisticated and very effective. But an army on its own, no matter how devastating, will not win battles. It stands or falls with its commander. The long line of brilliant Roman military leaders should largely arise from the lessons learnt against Hannibal. Having famously crossed the Alps with his elephants, Hannibal descended into Italy and wrought havoc against the Roman forces. Major battles took place at Trebia and at Lake Trasimene, in both of which Hannibal remained victorious. A lot is made of the psychological impact his elephants had on terrified Roman troops. But by the battle of Cannae all Hannibal's elephants had died. Rome put a massive infantry force into the field against him. Force was to be conquered by greater force. Such was the Roman way. The Roman commanders L.Aemilius Paullus and C.Terrentius Varro led a force of 50'000 men or more against Hannibal, who could had 40'000 or less to face them. More so, Hannibal's troops were most likely not of the same quality as Roman legionaries. They were a colourful mix of Gauls, Spaniards, Numidians and Carthaginians. In theory the Roman sledgehammer should have crushed the Carthaginian menace, but for the way it was to be wielded. Near the town of Cannae next to the River Aufius (Ofanto) the armies met. 1. The Armies meet Hannibal first masked his moves as he drew up his army, by placing his light slingers and spearmen at the front. Behind them, he positioned his Celtic and Spanish swordsmen in a crescent in the center. On his left wing he stationed his Celtic and Spanish heavy cavalry, on the right he stationed his light Numidian cavalry. Preparing for battle, he now ordered his light troops at the front to fall back and act as reserves. The Romans meanwhile acted as usual. The velites were positioned at the front to cover their position. Behind them, in the centre the main body of the legion took its position, with allied Italian infantry on either side of it. On the Roman right wing stood the Roman cavalry, on the left wing was the allied cavalry. 2. The Armies engage The Romans drove in hard, using their superior infantry to best advantage. They had their velites fall back and ploughed into their foe with their heavy infantry. The crescent of Celtic and Spanish swordsmen buckled and retreated. To the Romans this appeared to be due to their powerful drive into the opponents lines. In fact the troops had been told to retreat. Note: the Carthaginian light troops pulled back at the beginning had by now taken position at the rear of the crescent as well to each side of the crescent. Simultaneously with the advance of their infantry the Roman cavalry on the right wing now engaged the Spanish and Celtic heavy cavalry on the Carthaginian left. 3. The Trap The Roman infantry kept on driving into the Carthaginian lines. Forcing them back, they still felt confident that they were winning. But as they shunted forward and the opponent withdrew, the light infantry on the Carthaginian side, though itself staying stationary as it wasn't withdrawing, began to emerge on the Roman flanks. Worse still, on the wings, Hannibal's Celtic and Spanish heavy cavalry was driving the Roman cavalry back. Combined with the advance of the Roman infantry this meant that there emerged a gaping breach in the Roman line. A large body of cavalry now separated from the Carthaginian left wing and charged across the field of battle to the right wing, where it fell into the rear of the cavalry of the Roman allies. 4. The Trap closes Had the Carthaginian cavalry effectively defeated the Roman cavalry, the Carthaginian infantry was doing the same with the Roman legions. The Roman infantry had continued to drive forward, and had driven itself into an alle


What nationality are the rock band The Cardigans?

The Cardigans - Arts and Entertainment biography The Cardigans Category : Arts and Entertainment Last modified : 2012-04-19 The Cardigans are a Swedish rock band formed in the town of Jönköping in October 1992. The Cardigans's sound--which Rolling Stone's Nilou Panahpour called "loopy '60s lounge pop sweetened with wistful female vocals"--helped them to break through to mass international success in the mid-1990s. "We make happy music, but it's not silly," insisted Nina Persson, lead singer of the Swedish band the Cardigans, in Option. "It does have some real emotion in it. We're always happy-sad--that's the Cardigans state of mind. "Yet the band resisted the "retro" pigeonhole as much as possible, and indeed, their songs often explored dark lyrical themes; the Cardigans even managed to salute their metal roots on disc, covering songs by hard-rock titans Black Sabbath. "Easy listening is just one part of our music," Persson proclaimed in the San Francisco Bay Guardian. People always want to labelize you. It's a hard job to describe music, and I guess that's the only way some critics can do it." The critics, however, mostly fell for the band, just like audiences from Japan to Britain to the U.S. The band coalesced in late 1992 in the town of Jonkoping. Guitar Peter Svensson, bassist Magnus Svenigsson, guitarist-keyboardist Lars-Olof Johansson and drummer Bengt Lagerburg formed the instrumental lineup. "I knew Magnus from high school, and the band needed a girl," Persson told People with typical modesty. "They didn't have anyone else so I agreed, even though I was basically a novice as a singer. I never expected for us to achieve any success at all." Svensson and Svenigsson had been in heavy metal bands together, but Persson speculated in Option that even in their headbanging days they were better suited for pop. "Even when they were playing angry music, I don't think they were very angry," she mused. "We were all instantly comfortable making Cardigans music." The fivesome cohabited in a house big enough for their eclectic interests, and were soon collaborating on the material that would wind up on their Swedish debut, Emmerdale. The album was recorded by producer Doc-Tore Johansson (no relation to the band's keyboardist), who helped mold the Cardigans' sound in his studio in the town of Malmo. "We didn't consider ourselves very '60s until we started recording at Tambourine Studios with Tore," Svenigsson told Rolling Stone. "He brought this view of music to us because he felt we had good songs, but we had to add something to be complete. So he started to teach us about '60s music, and we adopted his theories." The bassist--who writes a portion of the band's compositions--elaborated on the Tambourine experience in TV Guide: "The studio is equipped from the '60s and '70s, so basically if you record there you can't sound modern." The album fared well not only on the band's home turf but in England--where all manner of nostalgic pop was storming the charts-- and Japan, where fans no doubt appreciated the Cardigans' frothy melodies and unaffected cuteness in equal measure. Similar enthusiasm greeted their sophomore album, Life, which was a platinum seller in Japan. The band's penetration in the U.S. was largely underground, but they sound found themselves with numerous yank fans thanks to college radio airplay of the American version of Life, which combined material from the first two Swedish releases and appeared on the respected independent label Minty Fresh in 1996. The band's playful pop recalled everything from the newly resurrected "lounge" and "exotica" recordings of the 60s to the sophisticated pop of Burt Bacharach. Svenigsson, however, insisted he was the only Bacharach fan in the group. The Cardigans also put their delicate spin on a Black Sabbath song, "Sabbath Bloody Sabbath." Declared BAM magazine, "The band's generous borrowings from the palette of 1960s pop are the perfect vehicles for fluffy romanticism." Reviewer Michael Ansaldo concluded by calling the album "a grand slam for a band batting cleanup behind tha


"Who painted ""A Bar at the Folies Bergeres"" in 1882?"

A Bar at the Folies-Bergere, 1882 by Edouard Manet A Bar at the Folies-Bergere, 1882 by Edouard Manet Click Image to view detail. A Bar at the Folies-Berg�re was presented by Manet at the 1882 Paris Salon exhibition, just one year before his death. The painting is the culmination of his interest in scenes of urban leisure and spectacle, a subject that    he had developed in dialogue with Impressionism over the previous decade. The painting is a masterpiece that has perplexed and inspired artists and scholars since it was painted over 100 years ago. The Folies-Berg�re was one of the most elaborate variety-show venues in Paris, showcasing entertainment ranging from ballets to circus acts. Another attraction was the barmaids, who were assumed by many contemporary observers to    be available as clandestine prostitutes. By depicting one of these women and her male customer on an imposing scale, Manet brazenly introduced a morally suspect, contemporary subject into the realm of high art. By treating the    topic with deadpan seriousness and painterly brilliance, Manet staked his claim to be remembered as the heroic "painter of modern life" envisaged by critics like Charles Baudelaire. In addition to the social tensions evoked by the painting's subject, Manet's composition presents a visual puzzle. The barmaid looks directly at the viewer, while the mirror behind her reflects the large hall and patrons of the    Folies-Berg�re. Manet seems to have painted the image from a viewpoint directly opposite the barmaid. Yet this viewpoint is contradicted by the reflection of the objects on the bar and the figures of the barmaid and a patron off    to the right. Given such inconsistencies, Manet seems not to have offered a single, determinate position from which to confidently make sense of the whole.


Who was the president of the USA at the time of the Wall Street Crash?

BBC - GCSE Bitesize: Wall Street Crash Next In 1928 the new Republican president Herbert Hoover confidently stated, 'We in America today are nearer to the final triumph over poverty than ever before in the history of any land.' Within a year, all the confidence had ended and America was plunged into the Depression. Wall Street Crash When the Wall Street stock market crashed in October 1929, the world economy was plunged into the Great Depression. By the winter of 1932, America was in the depths of the greatest economic depression [Economic depression: The slowing of economic activity, which usually results in high unemployment, a sharp drop in prices and a fall in production. ] in its history. The number of unemployed people reached upwards of 13 million. Many people lived in primitive conditions close to famine. One New York family moved into a cave in Central Park. In St Louis, more than 1,000 people lived in shacks made from scrap metal and boxes. There were many similar Hoovervilles all over America. Between 1 and 2 million people travelled the country desperately looking for work. Signs saying 'No Men Wanted' were displayed all over the country. Many children were deserted and left homeless during the Depression By the time of the election in November 1932, Hoover's popularity had reached rock bottom. It was not even safe for him to go onto the streets to campaign. After his heavy defeat, Hoover told his friends, "we are at the end of our string... there is nothing more we can do" . The American economy did not fully recover until the USA entered the Second World War in December 1941. Page:


Tommy Lee, who was formerly married to Pamela Anderson, was the drummer in which successful 1980s heavy metal band?

Tommy Lee | Biography and Filmography | 1962 Developed his own clothing line of jeans and T-shirts with apparel manufacturer People's Liberation 2005 Lee and his former band mates launched their "The Red White & Crue Tour 2005: Better Live Than Dead" 2004 Participated in the CBS reality series "Rock Star Supernova" alongside Dave Navarro 2004 Reunited with Motley Crew to release "Red, White & Crew" a double disc album of the bands biggest hits 2004 Lee released his autobiography "Tommyland" 2004 Starred in his own reality series "Tommy Goes to College" (NBC) 1999 Released first solo album "Methods of Mayhem" with the musical contributions of Snoop Dogg and Kid Rock 1998 Served six month’s in prison after pleading no contest to abusing then wife Pamela Anderson; while in prison Lee decided to quit Motley Crue 1996 Co-starred with then wife, Pamela Anderson in a presumably private porn video; despite the couples efforts the video was widely released after being stolen from their home by a construction worker, igniting a new genre of homemade celebrity porn 1989 "Dr. Feelgood" was allegedly the group’s first album made without the influence of drugs or alcohol 1983 Released Motley Crue’s first big label album "Shout at the Devil" under the label Electra; went platinum 1981 Motley Crue released their debut album "Too Fast For Love" under their independent label Leathur Records 1980


In Roman mythology who was the god of gates, doors and entrances?

Janus ***   Who was Janus? Janus was the Roman god of doors, choices, beginnings and endings. He had two faces on his head. One facing forwards and one facing backwards. The Romans prayed to him for advice, especially in respect of new enterprises. He also represented time, because he could see into the past with one face and into the future with the other. The festival of Agonalia was celebrated in honor of the god Janus four times during the year, 17 March, 21 May, 11 December, and 9 January. On these days, the symbolic head of the Roman state religion (rex sacrorum) would enter the Forum, and sacrifice a ram to the god. The role of Janus was as the porter of heaven. He opened the year in Januarius (January), the first month being named after him. He was the guardian god of gates and doors, on which account he was commonly represented with two heads, looking at those who wished to gain entrance and those who wanted to exit. Janus possessed no temples in Rome, but all the gates of cities were dedicated to him. Close to the Forum stood the so-called 'temple' of Janus, which was merely an arched passage that could be closed by massive gates. The gates were always open in time of war, as it was believed that the god had then taken his departure with the Roman army, over whose welfare he personally presided. The Romans were engaged in so many wars that the gates of this sanctuary were only closed three times during 700 years, indicating peace. The gates were shut only once between the reign of Numa Pompilius (who reigned 715ï¿½673 BC) and twice in of the Emperor Augustus who reigned until 14 AD. Facts about Janus The following facts and profile provides a fast overview of Janus: Janus Profile & Fact File Roman Name: Janus Role & Function: The function of Janus is described as being the god of doors, choices, beginnings and endings. He was the God of Choices and the God of Doorways and Gates Status: Minor Roman god Symbols: Keys, a rod and scepter Gender: Male Greek Counterpart: There was no Greek counterpart of Janus Name of Consorts: Camese, Jana and Juturna Name of Father: Some say the god Apollo Name of Mother: Unknown Names of Children: The river god Tiberinus (after whom the river Tiber was named). and Fontus the God of Springs Facts about Janus in Roman Mythology and History Discover interesting information and facts about the Roman god of doors, beginnings and endings. The facts about Janus provides a list detailing fascinating additional info to increase your knowledge about Janus in Roman Mythology and history. History and Mythical Facts about Janus Fact 1 about Janus: The most famous 'temple' to Janus in Rome, on the Argiletum, is called the Ianus Geminus 'Twin Janus'. Fact 2 about Janus: He was usually depicted with two faces and in his special function as door-keeper of heaven he was portrayed standing erect, bearing a key in one hand, and a rod or sceptre in the other Fact 3 about Janus: Offerings to him include a ram (on the Agonalia), incense, wine, barley and cakes Fact 4 about Janus: Any rite or religious act first required the invocation of Janus, with a corresponding invocation to Vesta at the end of the rite (Janus primus and Vesta extrema). Fact 5 about Janus: During the Titan war, he joined the Titans against the Olympians Fact 6 about Janus: Deference was also paid to him at the most important beginnings in the life of an individual such as birth and marriage. Fact 7 about Janus: The god Saturn bestowed his ability to see into the future and past. Fact 8 about Janus: His name comes from the Latin word ianua, meaning ï¿½door.ï¿½ Fact 9 about Janus: The Roman god appeared on some of the earliest coins of the Roman Republic, appearing about 240 B.C. during the Pyrrhic War. Fact 10 about Janus: Every meal was begun with a request for his blessing, and public ceremonies began with a libation drunk to the god of beginnings Janus - Roman gods & Roman Religion Janus, the Roman god of doors, beginnings and endings, was one of the vast number of gods and goddesses worshipped by the Ancient Romans. The legends a


"Who wrote the novel ""Madame Bovary""?"

Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert. Search eText, Read Online, Study, Discuss. Lhereux Just finished chapter 6 in part 3. Lheureux, the draper and money lender, presents Madame Bovary a massive bill. Maybe I will find out soon, but I wonder why he lent her all that money when he knows she cannot pay him back. I suppose he expects her husband will be forced to pay, but then Lheruex threatens her with showing him a receipt for something she sold behind his back. There was a time in England when a husband was legally responsible for any debts his wife ran up, but I don't know if it was the same in France in the mid C19th. If Charles Bovary is legally responsible for his wife's debts, then why didn't Lheureux send the court order to him? Posted By kev67 at Tue 26 Jul 2016, 11:31 PM in Madame Bovary || 7 Replies Madame Bovary I was reading an article about this book recently and found this. "It has been pointed out by some critics that Flaubert's book shows an exaggerated cynicism and an unwarranted degree of hatred for the bourgeoisie."........."Should she not have met with at least one or two people who understood her?" Do you agree with this criticism? Posted By chevalierdelame at Wed 7 May 2014, 4:20 AM in Madame Bovary || 9 Replies I think every forum of every major work from every author needs one of these threads... I think the title speaks for itself; any reviews on any translation is appreciated. Posted By MorpheusSandman at Tue 10 Nov 2009, 11:56 PM in Madame Bovary || 4 Replies Madame Bovary, The Disillusioned Love The novel Madame Bovary was an amazing novel no getting around that but one idea that presented itself that somewhat troubled me was, the vague notion of true love being inaccessible. Through out the entire story we see Emma's constant longing for that pristine conception of love but her hopes always seem to completely back fire. Now I will admit that Emma Bovary was no beacon of morality and that her view on life wasn't the greatest but that doesn't imply that the message about love isn't there. In my opinion in the whole novel every character worked in there own self interest and could care less about any other person. Some would probably argue that Charles Bovary was a good person but if you examine his character you can notice that he never has a will of his own throughout the whole book he is only doing what people tell him to do, ultimately not knowing anything about himself or never having a real personality. The realization for me was that the book implies there is no such thing as true love between people because the only thing that someone loves is themselves. It is a rough concept to agree with but it does make some sense, even if it is really subtle love is very selfish. You might love someone and not think twice about it, but deep inside you enjoy the fact that the person you love loves you back, treats you well, provides you with comforts or is simply spends time with you. Regardless of what it is the reason most people love is because you are getting something out of it. Which is what Gustave Flaubert demonstrates to us with each character looking to fulfill one of their needs when it comes to how they love. However the dilemma of this concept is that is there such thing as true love? Posted By Babak Movahed at Wed 1 Jul 2009, 6:35 AM in Madame Bovary || 6 Replies Madame Bovary and Jane Austen I am doing the IB program, and I'm currently working on my English Extended Essay. My supervisor suggest that I do something on Madame Bovary.... I'm thinking maybe even Madame Bovary/Jane Austen(Pride and Prejudice?)? (because I absolutely love Austen) I haven't read Madame Bovary yet though so I was wondering if anyone could give me a few suggestions as to how the two novels connect?? Or even just ideas about what to focus on when I read the novel? I was thinking about looking at dance in both novels... but I'm told there is only one scene in Madame Bovary... however, I have also been told that it's very significant?? so would just one scene suffice? Posted By flicka at Mon 15 Jun 2009, 5:49 AM


Declan MacManus is the real name of which rock star?

Elvis Costello - Biography - IMDb Elvis Costello Biography Showing all 47 items Jump to: Overview  (3) | Mini Bio  (1) | Spouse  (3) | Trade Mark  (2) | Trivia  (20) | Personal Quotes  (18) Overview (3) 5' 9¼" (1.76 m) Mini Bio (1) Elvis Costello was born Declan Patrick MacManus in London, England and raised in Liverpool. The son of British band leader Ross MacManus , Costello took his pseudonym from Elvis Presley and his father's stage name (Day Costello). He began performing professionally in 1969 and was a musician and/or singer in many bands around London before forming a moderately successful pub-rock band called "Flip City" in the mid-1970s. Working full time as a computer operator, he landed his first record deal with Stiff Records in 1977 and recorded his first album "My Aim Is True" while on vacation. The album was a smash hit in England and landed Costello a worldwide distribution deal with Columbia records. Forming his backup group, "The Attractions", for his second album, Costello went on to record several popular and influential albums over the next decade. Today, he is regarded as one of the most influential and popular singer/songwriters in modern music. In 1998, he collaborated with legendary tune smith, Burt Bacharach , on a highly successful album of love songs "Painted From Memory". - IMDb Mini Biography By: Ralph Haber Spouse (3) Fender guitars Trivia (20) Legally changed name to Elvis Costello in 1977, then to Declan Patrick Aloysius MacManus in 1986. Post-1986, he used both names for professional purposes, though he usually performed under the Costello moniker. "Aloysius" was not one of his original middle names. In addition to recordings as "Elvis Costello" (often backed by The Attractions), has recorded music as "Declan MacManus", "Napoleon Dynamite & The Royal Guard", "The Coward Brothers" (with T Bone Burnett ), "Nick Lowe & His Sound", "The Emotional Toothpaste" and "The Imposter". Plays the guitar, harmonica and piano. Lead singer and guitarist of Elvis Costello and the Attractions. Fan of Liverpool Football Club. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (as a member of the Elvis Costello and the Attractions) on 10 March 2003. May 2003 - announced engagement to Canadian jazz singer, Diana Krall . Attended the special dinner at Sony Studios in Los Angeles to honor the singer and activist Sting as MusiCares 2004 Person of the Year. The evening celebrated Sting's contribution to popular music and honored his charitable work with Amnesty International and the Rainforest Foundation. Other stars in attendance included Kylie Minogue , Elton John & Dido . (6th February 2004). He was voted the 30th Greatest Rock 'n' Roll Artist of all time by Rolling Stone. Is a big fan of Brian Wilson and The Beach Boys . Has twin sons, Dexter Henry Lorcan and Frank Harlan James, born December 6, 2006, with wife Diana Krall . Through Diana Krall , Jamie Chisholm is related to Elvis Costello. The instrumentals for his debut album, "My Aim Is True" were provided by a band called, Clover. For the album sessions, they were without their lead singer, Huey Lewis . Resides in New York City. One of the stories behind his stage name is that the singer--whose real name is Declan McManus--took the first name of his favorite singer, Elvis Presley , and the last name of his favorite comedian, Lou Costello . The Presley part is correct, but "Costello" is not in honor of Lou Costello; it's the maiden name of his paternal great-grandmother, Elizabeth Costello. Latest Album "North" to be released in September 2003 [August 2003] Elvis' new band, the "Imposters" break new album "The Delivery Man" [2004] He is of Irish descent. Prefers to be called by his birth name by family and when not performing. Personal Quotes (18) There is something kind of absurd about people who live in such a comfortable, cushioned, spoiled society tattooing themselves and piercing themselves to make them appear tribal. We're trying to act like we're some sort of tribe that's been discovered in the mall. Be nice to the British boy. I'm the only ally you hav


In the Shakespeare play, who is Othello's trusted advisor, husband of Emilia?

SparkNotes: Othello: Analysis of Major Characters Analysis of Major Characters Themes, Motifs & Symbols Othello Beginning with the opening lines of the play, Othello remains at a distance from much of the action that concerns and affects him. Roderigo and Iago refer ambiguously to a “he” or “him” for much of the first scene. When they begin to specify whom they are talking about, especially once they stand beneath Brabanzio’s window, they do so with racial epithets, not names. These include “the Moor” (I.i.57), “the thick-lips” (I.i.66), “an old black ram” (I.i.88), and “a Barbary horse” (I.i.113). Although Othello appears at the beginning of the second scene, we do not hear his name until well into Act I, scene iii (I.iii.48). Later, Othello’s will be the last of the three ships to arrive at Cyprus in Act II, scene i; Othello will stand apart while Cassio and Iago supposedly discuss Desdemona in Act IV, scene i; and Othello will assume that Cassio is dead without being present when the fight takes place in Act V, scene i. Othello’s status as an outsider may be the reason he is such easy prey for Iago. Although Othello is a cultural and racial outsider in Venice, his skill as a soldier and leader is nevertheless valuable and necessary to the state, and he is an integral part of Venetian civic society. He is in great demand by the duke and senate, as evidenced by Cassio’s comment that the senate “sent about three several quests” to look for Othello (I.ii.46). The Venetian government trusts Othello enough to put him in full martial and political command of Cyprus; indeed, in his dying speech, Othello reminds the Venetians of the “service” he has done their state (V.ii.348). Those who consider Othello their social and civic peer, such as Desdemona and Brabanzio, nevertheless seem drawn to him because of his exotic qualities. Othello admits as much when he tells the duke about his friendship with Brabanzio. He says, -“[Desdemona’s] father loved me, oft invited me, / Still questioned me the story of my life / From year to year” (I.iii.127–129). -Othello is also able to captivate his peers with his speech. The duke’s reply to Othello’s speech about how he wooed Desdemona with his tales of adventure is: “I think this tale would win my daughter too” (I.iii.170). Othello sometimes makes a point of presenting himself as an outsider, whether because he recognizes his exotic appeal or because he is self-conscious of and defensive about his difference from other Venetians. For example, in spite of his obvious eloquence in Act I, scene iii, he protests, “Rude am I in my speech, / And little blessed with the soft phrase of peace” (I.iii.81–82). While Othello is never rude in his speech, he does allow his eloquence to suffer as he is put under increasing strain by Iago’s plots. In the final moments of the play, Othello regains his composure and, once again, seduces both his onstage and offstage audiences with his words. The speech that precedes his suicide is a tale that could woo almost anyone. It is the tension between Othello’s victimization at the hands of a foreign culture and his own willingness to torment himself that makes him a tragic figure rather than simply Iago’s ridiculous puppet. Iago Possibly the most heinous villain in Shakespeare, Iago is fascinating for his most terrible characteristic: his utter lack of convincing motivation for his actions. In the first scene, he claims to be angry at Othello for having passed him over for the position of lieutenant (I.i. 7–32). At the end of Act I, scene iii, Iago says he thinks Othello may have slept with his wife, Emilia: “It is thought abroad that ’twixt my sheets / He has done my office” (I.iii.369–370). Iago mentions this suspicion again at the end of Act II, scene i, explaining that he lusts after Desdemona because he wants to get even with Othello “wife for wife” (II.i.286). None of these claims seems to adequately explain Iago’s deep hatred of Othello, and Iago’s lack of motivation—or his inability or unwillingness to express his true motivation—makes his actions all the mo