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Noel Carroll

For decades, the horror genre has been a major popular entertainment and has dominated the publishing and film industries. Yet there exists no philosophical examination of the genre - the time for its aesthetic analysis is ripe. Noel Carroll, film scholar and philosopher, offers the first serious look at the aesthetics of horror. In this book he discusses the nature and narrative structures of the genre, dealing with horror as a "transmedia" phenomenon. A fan and serious student of the horror genre, Carroll brings to bear his comprehensive knowledge of obscure and forgotten works, as well as of the horror masterpieces. Working from a philosophical perspective, he tries to account for how people can find pleasure in having their wits scared out of them. What, after all, are those "paradoxes of the heart" that make us want to be horrified?

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Tom Smallman, Pat Yale, Tony Wheeler

What better way to explore the delights of this most enchanting of cities than with this comprehensive guide? Whether you are travelling to Dublin for leisure or for business, it will help you to discover everything Dublin has to offer from the splendid Georgian architecture to the lively Temple Bar area, from the picturesque scenery along the River Liffey to the fabulous shopping on Grafton St. (back cover)

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Fritz Blackwell

With a population second only to China's and the birthplace of Hinduism and Buddhism, it is hard to dispute India's central role in both the history of Asian culture and in the defining position it enjoys today. Although India has grabbed media attention for its armed conflict with Pakistan, it is a nation perhaps more notable for its internal diversity and challenges than for a single external conflict.India: A Global Studies Handbook unites the geography, history, culture, notable people, and events into a wide-ranging yet concise work that brings this fascinating land to the page. Of interest to academic and general audiences, this volume presents an uncomplicated look at the varied, bustling nation of India. From geography that includes the Himalayas to a cultural fabric built upon the often-criticized caste system, India remains a land of mystery and intrigue.

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Alan Paul

Based on the Wall Street journal online column, "The expat life", Alan Paul tells his story of moving his family to Beijing and becoming an unlikely success as a blues musician there.