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Books with author Alan R. Smith

  • The Carving of Mount Rushmore

    Rex Alan Smith

    Paperback (Abbeville Press, Jan. 1, 1994)
    The first book to tell the complete story of Rushmore."I had seen the photographs and the drawings of this great work. And yet, until about ten minutes ago I had no conception of its magnitude, its permanent beauty and its importance." —Franklin Delano Roosevelt, upon first viewing Mount Rushmore, August 30, 1936Now in paperback, The Carving of Mount Rushmore tells the complete story of the largest and certainly the most spectacular sculpture in existence. More than 60 black-and-white photographs offer unique views of this gargantuan effort, and author Rex Alan Smith—a man born and raised within sight of Rushmore—recounts with the sensitivity of a native son the ongoing struggles of sculptor Gutzon Borglum and his workers.
  • The Gingerbread Man

    Alan Smith

    language (, Oct. 4, 2019)
    Run, run, as fast as you can, you can't catch me, I'm the Gingerbread Man! That's what our little hero shouts as he jumps out of the kitchen and runs around the farmyard. On his way he meets many of the animals who can't quite believe what they are seeing! All goes well (and no-one can catch him), until he reaches the river and a very helpful Mr Fox. Find out what happens next in this lovely traditional tale which is re-told here with young readers in mind.Here at The Story Mouse, we're passionate about reading, so all of our titles use vocabulary which is easy to understand while challenging the young reader to ask questions, building confidence while learning.
  • The Carving of Mount Rushmore

    Rex Allan Smith

    Hardcover (Abbeville Press, March 1, 1985)
    Describes the efforts led by the sculptor Gutzon Borglum to carve the faces of four American presidents on the side of Mount Rushmore
  • The Carving of Mount Rushmore

    Rex Alan Smith

    eBook (Abbeville Press, Oct. 18, 2011)
    The first book to tell the complete story of Rushmore.The Carving of Mount Rushmore tells the complete story of the largest and certainly the most spectacular sculpture in existence. More than 60 black-and-white photographs offer unique views of this gargantuan effort, and author Rex Alan Smith—a man born and raised within sight of Rushmore—recounts with the sensitivity of a native son the ongoing struggles of sculptor Gutzon Borglum and his workers.
  • Cambridge Checkpoint Maths Revision Guide for the Cambridge Secondary 1 Test

    Alan Smith

    eBook (Hodder Education, July 26, 2013)
    With Checkpoint Maths Revision Guide for the Cambridge Secondary 1 test you can aim for the best grade with the help of relevant and accessible notes, examiner advice plus questions and answers on each key topic. - Clear explanations of every topic covered in the Cambridge Secondary 1 Checkpoint Maths syllabus- Builds revision skills you need for success in the test- Exam tips wirtten by test setters and examiners giving you their expert adviceThis text has not been through the Cambridge endorsement process.
  • Enchantments of the Haglady: Ancient Lands, Wonders, Adventures

    Alan R. Smith

    language (LifeRich Publishing, May 15, 2017)
    Enchantments of the Haglady explores a young girls dream world and a young boys struggle to survive. Each overcomes heartbreak, misfortune, and calamity through their strength of character and belief in themselves. Enchantments of the Haglady walks the line between historical time travel and fantasy, balancing the two with ease as it explores the travels of two orphansa girl from the twenty-first century and the other a boy from the eleventh century. They grow strong in spite of their tragedies and meet on the docks of Venice just before the First Crusade. The enchantments will transport the reader to ancient lands of pirates, shipwrecks, kidnapping, an emperor and an empress, a princess, first infatuation that crosses over centuries, and the always-present and mysterious Haglady.
  • The Three Little Pigs

    Alan Smith

    eBook
    "I'll huff, and I'll puff and I'll blow your house down!" So says the Big Bad Wolf. But which of the 3 little pigs' houses will be the strongest? Find out in in this children's classic which has lots of laughs along the way.Here at The Story Mouse, we're passionate about reading, so all of our titles use vocabulary which is easy to understand while challenging the young reader to ask questions, building confidence while learning.
  • The Film and Audiovisual Industry: The truth about writing, financing, producing, distributing, and working in movies.

    Alan Smithee

    Paperback (Independently published, June 7, 2018)
    (NEW EDITION)This print-on-demand edition guarantees that this book is always available in stock.ORDER YOUR EBOOK OR PRINTED COPY NOW!On the market, you’ll find many books describing the elements that make up the film and audiovisual industry. However, unlike most of them, in this book, you'll find an expository and direct guide to the true, internal workings of this industry. This is an honest, clear exposition without excuses or half-truths, but rather sharing what everyone knows but does not disclose: The reality behind negotiations, scripts, film shoots, movie theaters, return on investment, the star system, and more.Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Hollywood but have never been told, its dominant position in the world, and its relation with other countries. The true reason why it is so complicated to get into, but also why it is not impossible. Inside are the keys to success in order to decipher the unwritten rules of the business: Personal and professional relationships, power structures, hiring logics, salaries, publicity, marketing, licenses, intellectual property, piracy, and more.In short, this interesting guide is written from the perspective of insiders, providing answers to the most common questions among enthusiasts, students, and beginners. This is an essential book for all those newcomers still missing the big picture, no matter their role: Directors, screenwriters, actors, animators, or technicians.CONTENTSART AND THE INDUSTRYThe Balance Between Art and BusinessSmall Independent CompaniesDISTRIBUTION AND EXHIBITIONFestivals and MarketsDistribution DealsThe Real Business of ExhibitionFilm MarketingECONOMY AND LAWThe BudgetLaw and TaxationIntellectual Property and CopyrightThe False Protection of IdeasInternet and New TechnologiesTHE STUDIO SYSTEMThe International Influence of HollywoodGETTING INTO THE INDUSTRYAgents and ManagersEntourageCommunication: The Meaning of WordsSCREENWRITERS’ REALITYThe Script FormatCriticism and Self-criticismBeing a Professional ScreenwriterTHE DIRECTOR’S JOBDirecting a Film ShootThe Beginner FilmmakerMEETING THE PRODUCERFilm Production BreakdownThe Gods of OlympusFriend or Enemy?THE WORLD OF ACTINGTalent and SkillsSelf-knowledgePhysical AppearanceThe Star SystemCREATIVE INDUSTRIES WORKERSThe Film CrewThe Benefits of Being a Salaried EmployeeThe Future of Entertainment
  • Cambridge Checkpoint Maths Revision Guide for the Cambridge Secondary 1 Test

    Alan Smith

    Paperback (Hodder Education, June 28, 2013)
    With Checkpoint Maths Revision Guide for the Cambridge Secondary 1 test you can aim for the best grade with the help of relevant and accessible notes, examiner advice plus questions and answers on each key topic. - Clear explanations of every topic covered in the Cambridge Secondary 1 Checkpoint Maths syllabus- Builds revision skills you need for success in the test- Exam tips wirtten by test setters and examiners giving you their expert advice- Test questions, worked solutions and answers are available free online at www.hoddereducation.co.uk/cambridgeextrasThis text has not been through the Cambridge endorsement process.
  • Cambridge Checkpoint Maths Revision Guide for the Cambridge Secondary 1 Test

    Alan Smith

    eBook (Hodder Education, July 26, 2013)
    With Checkpoint Maths Revision Guide for the Cambridge Secondary 1 test you can aim for the best grade with the help of relevant and accessible notes, examiner advice plus questions and answers on each key topic. - Clear explanations of every topic covered in the Cambridge Secondary 1 Checkpoint Maths syllabus- Builds revision skills you need for success in the test- Exam tips wirtten by test setters and examiners giving you their expert adviceThis text has not been through the Cambridge endorsement process.
  • The Ugly Duckling

    Alan Smith

    language (, Oct. 6, 2019)
    Inspired by one of Hans Christian Andersen's most popular tales, this is the story of the little chick who didn't fit in. When Mr & Mrs Mallard agree to look after a stray egg, they get quite a surprise when it begins to hatch! Unlike their own little ducklings, this little guy (who's named Wadley), looks very different. At first, life is quite difficult for Wadley, but after a while things begin to change as you'll hear in this re-telling of one of the world's best-loved children's stories. Here at The Story Mouse, we're passionate about reading, so all of our titles use vocabulary which is easy to understand while challenging the young reader to ask questions, building confidence while learning.
  • Edexcel International GCSE

    Alan Smith

    Paperback (Hodder Education, Sept. 30, 2016)
    Endorsed for Edexcel Ensure complete coverage of the latest Edexcel International GCSE (9-1) Mathematics A Specification, with this fully updated and highly popular Student Book written by experienced examiners, teachers and authors. - Supports you and your students through the new specifications with plenty of worked examples and practice questions that follow the type of problems students are likely to face in their final exam. -Builds problem-solving skills with a range of new questions to test students learning and understanding - Offers a complete package of support with free downloadable resources that include detailed worked examples and answers. - Introduces students to content with key objectives and a starter activity at the beginning of each chapter