The Art of Moana - by Jessica Julius & Maggie Malone (Hardcover)
Number of Pages: 160Genre: Performing ArtsSub-Genre: FilmFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Chronicle BooksAge Range: AdultBook theme: GeneralAuthor: Jessica Julius & Maggie MaloneLanguage: English Book Synopsis The Art of Moana is the latest title in our exceptional series showcasing artwork from the creation of Walt Disney Animations' latest releases. Three thousand years ago, the greatest sailors in the world ventured across the Pacific, discovering the many islands of Oceania. But then, for a millennium, their voyages stopped--and no one today knows why. From Walt Disney Animation Studios, Moana is a CG-animated adventure about a spirited teenager who sails out on a daring mission to prove herself a master wayfinder and fulfill her ancestors' unfinished quest. During her journey, Moana meets the once-mighty demi-god Maui and together they traverse the open ocean on an action-packed adventure, encountering enormous fiery creatures and impossible odds. The stunning artwork in this behind-the-scenes book includes character designs, storyboards, colorscripts, and much more. Copyright (c)2016 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved Review Quotes Adults will enjoy 'The Art of Moana, ' a coffee-table book filled with sketches and artwork, along with tips about the characters, the making of the film, and the history...The book is colorful as well as informative. It's definitely something fans of animation and especially fans of this film will want to have. This is filled with amazing pictures to embrace the beauty of the location and the cuteness of all the characters.--Daily HeraldIf you enjoyed the film and you want to dig into some of the culture behind it and what went into creating the movie, this book is a great way to do that.-GeekDadThe Art of Moana offers an incredible breakdown on the creative process for the major characters and locations viewers have fallen in love with. Readers will enjoy character sketches showing the evolution of Moana herself, as well as variations on her necklace - which is key to the story... No matter which character or location is your fave, you'll find an unparalleled behind-the-scenes look at its development in this book.-FangirlishThis book from Jessica Julius and Maggie Malone...takes you behind the scenes of the film's production by focusing on the lavish visual creativity of the production.-The Den of GeekThis movie is simply beautiful and the book is a perfect companion to the film.-MediaMikes About the Author Maggie Malone is head of creative affairs at Walt Disney Animation Studios. She lives in Los Angeles. Jessica Julius is senior creative executive at Walt Disney Animation Studios. She is the author of The Art of Zootopia, as well as several children's books. She lives in Los Angeles. John Lasseter is a two-time Academy Award(R)-winning director, chief creative officer at Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios, and principal creative officer at Walt Disney Imagineering. John Musker, director of Moana, began at Walt Disney Animation Studios in 1977 and collaborated with Ron Clements on several award-winning, acclaimed features, including The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, and The Princess and the Frog. Ron Clements, director of Moana, started his career at Walt Disney Animation Studios as an apprentice for Disney legend Frank Thomas and went on to work on classics The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, and The Princess and the Frog.
Blockchain for Dummies - 2nd Edition by Tiana Laurence (Paperback)
Number of Pages: 256Format: PaperbackPublisher: For DummiesAge Range: AdultAuthor: Tiana LaurenceLanguage: English About the Book "Blockchain is the techno-magic that enables cryptocurrencies and impacts the worlds of finance, insurance, supply chain management, and others. But you don't need to be a programmer or financial wizard to understand blockchain; you just need this book! It explains blockchain basics, smart contracts, and cryptocurrencies, with real-world examples showing how blockchains functions and where they ad value. Learn how to interact with a blockchain, tour key blockchains, see how they disrupt huge industries, and much more." -- Back cover. Book Synopsis Unravel the mysteries of blockchains Blockchain technologies are disrupting some of the world's biggest industries. Blockchain For Dummies provides a fast way to catch up with the essentials of this quickly evolving tech. Written by an author involved in founding and analyzing blockchain solutions, this book serves to help those who need to understand what a blockchain can do (and can't do). This revised edition walks you through how a blockchainsecurely records data across independent networks. It offers a tour of some of the world's best-known blockchains, including those that power Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. It also provides a glance at how blockchain solutions are affecting the worlds of finance, supply chain management, insurance, and governments. Get a clear picture of what a blockchain can do Learn how blockchains rule cryptocurrency and smart contracts Discover current blockchains and how each of them work Test blockchain apps Blockchain has become the critical buzzword in the world of financial technology and transaction security -- and now you can make sense of it with the help of this essential guide. From the Back Cover Get a clear picture of what a blockchain can do Learn how blockchains rule cryptocurrency Discover how current blockchains operate Understand how blockchains are changing technology Blockchain is the techno-magic that enables cryptocurrencies and impacts the worlds of finance, insurance, supply chain management, and others. But you don't need to be a programmer or financial wizard to understand blockchain; you just need this book! It explains blockchain basics, smart contracts, and cryptocurrencies, with real-world examples showing how blockchains function and where they add value. Learn how to interact with a blockchain, tour key blockchains, see how they disrupt huge industries, and much more. Inside... Blockchain defined Choose the right blockchain Test blockchain apps Get to know current blockchain platforms How blockchain enhances security The impact of blockchain on industries About the Author Tiana Laurence is a blockchain pioneer, an investor, and a serial entrepreneur. She co-founded Factom, Inc., a software company that builds technology within the blockchain space. She is currently a columnist for TechTarget with writings focusing on blockchain and IoT and managing partner of Laurence Ventures, a firm investing in technology initiatives.
Disney Beauty and the Beast (Tiny Book) - by Brooke Vitale (Hardcover)
Number of Pages: 192Genre: Performing ArtsSub-Genre: FilmSeries Title: Tiny BookFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Insight EditionsAge Range: AdultBook theme: Genres, AnimatedAuthor: Brooke VitaleLanguage: English Book Synopsis Relive the magic of Disney's 1991 animated classic Beauty and the Beast with this collectible tiny book featuring story art from the beloved film. One of Disney's most celebrated animated films, Beauty and the Beast has charmed audiences for generations with its heartwarming story, endearing characters, and unforgettable soundtrack. Now fans can keep the classic tale close to their hearts with this tiny storybook retelling of the iconic film, illustrated with art and imagery pulled straight from the screen. Part of an exciting new series of miniature storybooks based on popular Disney films, this tiny storybook is a unique collector's item adult Disney fans will treasure for years to come. About the Author Brooke Vitale is a children's book editor and author. She has written dozens of books, including The Magic is in You, Disney Who's Who, Olaf's Journey, and Happy Birthday, Mickey. She lives in Connecticut with her husband and two sons. Visit Brooke at brookevitale.com
Disney Cinderella (Tiny Book) - by Brooke Vitale (Hardcover)
Number of Pages: 192Genre: Performing ArtsSub-Genre: FilmSeries Title: Tiny BookFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Insight EditionsAge Range: AdultBook theme: Genres, AnimatedAuthor: Brooke VitaleLanguage: English Book Synopsis Relive the magic of Disney's 1950 animated classic Cinderella with this new collectible tiny book featuring story art from the beloved film. One of Disney's original animated classics, Cinderella has charmed audiences for generations with its timeless romance, delightful animation, and endearing characters. Now fans can keep this classic fairy tale close to their hearts with this tiny storybook retelling of the iconic film, illustrated with art and imagery pulled straight from the screen. Part of an exciting new series of miniature storybooks based on popular Disney films, this tiny storybook is a unique collector's item adult Disney fans will treasure for years to come. About the Author Brooke Vitale is a children's book editor and author. She has written dozens of books, including The Magic is in You, Disney Who's Who, Olaf's Journey, and Happy Birthday, Mickey. She lives in Connecticut with her husband and two sons. Visit Brooke at brookevitale.com
Hal Leonard Moana for Trumpet - Instrumental Play-Along Book/Audio Online
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .12 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .21 poundsGenre: Sheet musicCompatible With: Most TrumpetsWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, & bull; Trumpet & bull; Series: Instrumental Play-Along & bull; Format: Softcover Audio Online & bull; Composer: Lin-Manuel Miranda & bull; ISBN: 9781495090578Seven arrangements from the Disney hit movie Moana penned by Lin-Manuel Miranda are included in this collection for instrumentalists. Each book features online access to audio demonstration tracks for download or streaming to help hear how the song should sound. Songs include: How Far I'll Go • I Am Moana (Song of the Ancestors) • Know Who Are • Shiny • We Know the Way • Where Are • 're Welcome.Online audio is accessed at halleonard.com/mylibrary.
Hal Leonard Moana for Cello - Instrumental Play-Along Book/Audio Online
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .12 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .21 poundsGenre: Sheet musicCompatible With: CelloWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, & bull; Cello & bull; Series: Instrumental Play-Along & bull; Format: Softcover Audio Online & bull; Composer: Lin-Manuel Miranda & bull; ISBN: 9781495090622Seven arrangements from the Disney hit movie Moana penned by Lin-Manuel Miranda are included in this collection for instrumentalists. Each book features online access to audio demonstration tracks for download or streaming to help hear how the song should sound. Songs include: How Far I'll Go • I Am Moana (Song of the Ancestors) • Know Who Are • Shiny • We Know the Way • Where Are • 're Welcome.Online audio is accessed at halleonard.com/mylibrary
Hal Leonard Moana for Alto Sax - Instrumental Play-Along Book/Audio Online
Dimensions (Overall): 12.0 inches (L), .12 inches (H) x 9.0 inches (W)Weight: .21 poundsGenre: Sheet musicCompatible With: SaxophoneWarranty: No Applicable Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, & bull; Alto Sax & bull; Series: Instrumental Play-Along & bull; Format: Softcover Audio Online & bull; Composer: Lin-Manuel Miranda & bull; ISBN: 9781495090554Seven arrangements from the Disney hit movie Moana penned by Lin-Manuel Miranda are included in this collection for instrumentalists. Each book features online access to audio demonstration tracks for download or streaming to help hear how the song should sound. Songs include: How Far I'll Go • I Am Moana (Song of the Ancestors) • Know Who Are • Shiny • We Know the Way • Where Are • 're Welcome.Online audio is accessed at halleonard.com/mylibrary.