Art and Literature

Refine Search

What are some good British detective TV series?

One of the most acclaimed British detective series is "Sherlock," a modern-day adaptation of Sherlock Holmes which stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Good British detective shows also include the gritty crime drama "Luther," starring Idris Elba, and the World War II-based "Foyle's War," starring Michael Kitchen. Other acclaimed British detective series are "The Fall," a police drama starring Gillian Anderson, and "Inspector Lewis," a buddy comedy series starring Kevin Whately and Laurence Fox.

Continue Reading

What is the Fox Sports en Espanol channel?

Fox Deportes broadcasts a wide spectrum of sports such as soccer, baseball and basketball. While the channel features leagues from both the United States and Latin America, the channel itself airs from Los Angeles for the Spanish-speaking U.S. market. The channel's website features the latest news on football leagues, the NFL and the NBA, among other sports competitions.

Continue Reading

Is the song "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" common in multiple cultures?

Poet and novelist Jane Taylor wrote the original poem, which first appeared with music in 1838. In 1782, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed a collection of theme-and-variations on the original melody whose corresponding lyrics roughly translate as, "Oh, Mama, I say to you."\nOther variations of the melody form the basis of Christmas songs in Hungary, Germany, the Netherlands and Spain.

Continue Reading

What was the purpose of the "Mona Lisa"?

The "Mona Lisa" is believed to have been painted in Florence, Italy, between 1503 and 1506. Although it was commissioned by Giocondo, a Florentine silk merchant, Leonardo da Vinci took it to France, where it was acquired by King François I after da Vinci's death in 1519. It became part of France's state collection after the 1789 revolution and was displayed in the bedroom of Empress Josephine during Napoleon's regime.\nIn 1962, President Charles de Gaulle loaned the portrait to the United States to help improve foreign relations between the United States and France. It was also..

Continue Reading

What are some facts about Japanese animation?

Japanese animation has existed since the 1910s, shortly after the creation of cinema, but the medium of anime grew significantly in popularity in the 1950s and 60s, due to the popularity of television and the recovery of Japan's economy after the second World War. Many early anime series, such as "Astro Boy," "Mazinger Z" and "Tetsujin 28," feature imagery and subject matter heavily inspired by the war. Some American shows, such as "Speed Racer" and "Robotech," were repurposed anime shows from this era.\nAfter a lull in the 1970s, anime spiked in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s, due to ..

Continue Reading

What is a letter from the editor?

The New York Times and many other well-known publications frequently publish letters from editors. Some newspapers and magazines reserve a weekly or monthly spot for the letters. Many times, the editor simply wishes to connect with readers, though the model is highly one-sided. Editors may share news about the inner workings of the publication, comment on a hot topic or express a personal or political opinion. The tone of these letters is often friendly or conversational, and Associated Press guidelines are generally not enforced.

Continue Reading

What is a good snowflake poem?

Three good Robert Frost poems about snow are "Dust of Snow," "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" and "A Winter Eden." Other poems about snow include Miguel Hernandez's "The Soldier and the Snow," Charles Tomlinson's "Snow Signs," Heid E. Erdrich's "Last Snow" and Kenneth Patchen's "The Snow Is Deep on the Ground."

Continue Reading

What are some of Tom Clancy's most notable books?

Tom Clancy published 28 books in his lifetime, with 17 of them appearing on the New York Times bestseller list. His final novel was "Command Authority."\nTom Clancy's most notable books revolved around the character Jack Ryan, who began his career as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps and later worked with the CIA, eventually becoming both vice-president and president. Jack Ryan is the protagonist in several Tom Clancy novels, such as "The Sum of All Fears" and "Clear and Present Danger," both of which were adapted into blockbuster movies, along with "The Hunt for Red October" a..

Continue Reading

How does Mosaico Book Club work?

Mosaico offers a wide range of books in topics ranging from children's books to fiction, self-help, cooking and politics. Some authors featured in the book club include Paulo Coelho, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Dan Brown and Jorge Ramos. The club features both original Spanish-language works and English books translated into Spanish.\nAs of 2015, the club's initial offering totals $15.71 for four books. Shipping and handling costs $5.74 for the first item in an order and $1.99 for each additional item. Members receive extra benefits such as free magazine with reviews and promotions as we..

Continue Reading

What are some top rated TV shows of 2014?

According to IMDB.com, "The Big Bang Theory" started in 2007, with a cast of five main characters. Sheldon and Leonard, two intelligent but social awkward physicists, share an apartment across from attractive Penny. Add in the men's two friends, Simon and Kunal, and the show features four grown men who have a hard time attracting women.\n"Modern Family," another older show, features three completely different family units and all the trials and tribulations they face.\n"How to Get Away with Murder" was a new show in 2014. Viola Davis is a law professor at a Philadelphia university. She an..

Continue Reading
Showing 4621 to 4630 of 10000 (1000 Pages)