From Robert Hughes, one of the greatest art and cultural critics of our time, comes a sprawling, comprehensive, and deeply personal history of Rome--as a city, as an empire, and as an origin of Western art and civilization.

Starting on a personal note, Hughes takes us to the Rome he first encountered as a hungry twenty-one-year-old fresh from Australia in 1959. From there, he goes back more than two thousand years to the city's foundation, one mired in mythologies and superstitions that would inform Rome's development for centuries. He explores in rich detail the formation of empire, the rise of early Christianity, the Crusades, the Renaissance, and takes us up to the present, through the rise and fall of Mussolini's fascism. Equal parts idolizing, blasphemous, outraged, and awestruck, Rome is a portrait of the Eternal City as only Robert Hughes could paint it.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER - This incredible true history of the colonization of Australia explores how the convict transportation system created the country we know today.

One of the greatest non-fiction books I've ever read ... Hughes brings us an entire world. --Los Angeles Times

Digging deep into the dark history of England's infamous efforts to move 160,000 men and women thousands of miles to the other side of the world in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, Hughes has crafted a groundbreaking, definitive account of the settling of Australia.

Tracing the European presence in Australia from early explorations through the rise and fall of the penal colonies, and featuring 16 pages of illustrations and 3 maps, The Fatal Shore brings to life the history of the country we thought we knew.

A monumentally informed and irresistibly opinionated guide to the most un-Spanish city in Spain, from the bestselling author of The Fatal Shore.

In these pages, Robert Hughes scrolls through Barcelona's often violent history; tells the stories of its kings, poets, magnates, and revolutionaries; and ushers readers through municipal landmarks that range from Antoni Gaudi's sublimely surreal cathedral to a postmodern restaurant with a glass-walled urinal. The result is a work filled with the attributes of Barcelona itself: proportion, humor, and seny--the Catalan word for triumphant common sense.

From Holbein to Hockney, from Norman Rockwell to Pablo Picasso, from sixteenth-century Rome to 1980s SoHo, Robert Hughes looks with love, loathing, warmth, wit and authority at a wide range of art and artists, good, bad, past and present.
As art critic for Time magazine, internationally acclaimed for his study of modern art, The Shock of the New, he is perhaps America's most widely read and admired writer on art. In this book: nearly a hundred of his finest essays on the subject.
For the realism of Thomas Eakins to the Soviet satirists Komar and Melamid, from Watteau to Willem de Kooning to Susan Rothenberg, here is Hughes--astute, vivid and uninhibited--on dozens of famous and not-so-famous artists. He observes that Caravaggio was one of the hinges of art history; there was art before him and art after him, and they were not the same; he remarks that Julian Schnabel's work is to painting what Stallone's is to acting; he calls John Constable's Wivenhoe Park almost the last word on Eden-as-Property; he notes how distorted traces of Jackson] Pollock lie like genes in art-world careers that, one might have thought, had nothing to do with his. He knows how Norman Rockwell made a chicken stand still long enough to be painted, and what Degas said about success (some kinds are indistinguishable from panic).
Phrasemaker par excellence, Hughes is at the same time an incisive and profound critic, not only of particular artists, but also of the social context in which art exists and is traded. His fresh perceptions of such figures as Andy Warhol and the French writer Jean Baudrillard are matched in brilliance by his pungent discussions of the art market--its inflated prices and reputations, its damage to the public domain of culture. There is a superb essay on Bernard Berenson, and another on the strange, tangled case of the Mark Rothko estate. And as a finale, Hughes gives us The SoHoiad, the mock-epic satire that so amused and annoyed the art world in the mid-1980s.
A meteor of a book that enlightens, startles, stimulates and entertains.

Whenever a Christian spreads the gospel, obstacles arise. It doesn't matter whether that Christian is the apostle Paul or you. Second Corinthians is a letter from Paul that deals not only with those problems, but also with their solutions. A careful study provides you with many practical rules to apply to your own situations. Robert B. Hughes clarifies the meaning of the text in a paragragh-by-paragraph analysis that follow the logic and progression of Paul's arguments and highlights the heart of the apostle's message to the church. He treats the text seriously without becoming overly technical. You will find this commentary both helpful and highly readable.

Robert Hughes has trained his critical eye on many major subjects, from the city of Barcelona to the history of his native Australia. Now he turns that eye inward, onto himself and the world that formed him. Hughes analyzes his experiences the way he might examine a Van Gogh or a Picasso. From his relationship with his stern and distant father to his Catholic upbringing and school years; and from his development as an artist, writer, and critic to his growing appreciation of art and his exhilaration at leaving Australia to discover a new life, Hughes' memoir is an extraordinary feat of exploration and celebration.

Over the course of his distinguished career, Robert Hughes wrote with brutal honesty about art, architecture, culture, religion--and himself. The Spectacle of Skill brings together some of his most unforgettable pieces, culled from nine of his most widely read and important books, alongside never-before-published pages from his unfinished second volume of memoirs. Showcasing Hughes's enormous range, this indispensable anthology offers a uniquely cohesive view of both the critic and the man.

The best-selling author of The Shock of the New, The Fatal Shore, and Barcelona here delivers a withering polemic aimed at the heart of recent American politics and culture.
Culture of Complaint is a call for the re-knitting of a fragmented and over-tribalized America--a deeply passionate book, filled with barbed wit and devastating takes on public life, both left and right of center. To the right, Hughes fires broadsides at the populist demagogy of Pat Buchanan, Pat Robertson, Jesse Helms and especially Ronald Reagan (with somnambulistic efficiency, Reagan educated America down to his level. He left his country a little stupider in 1988 than it had been in 1980, and a lot more tolerant of lies). To the left, he skewers political correctness (political etiquette, not politics itself), Afrocentrism, and academic obsessions with theory (The world changes more deeply, widely, thrillingly than at any moment since 1917, perhaps since 1848, and the American academic left keeps fretting about how phallocentricity is inscribed in Dickens' portrayal of Little Nell). PC censoriousness and family-values rhetoric, he argues, are only two sides of the same character, extrusions of America's puritan heritage into the present--and, at root, signs of America's difficulty in seeing past the end of the Us-versus-Them mentality implanted by four decades of the Cold War.
In the long retreat from public responsibility beaten by America in the 80s, Hughes sees a hollowness at the cultural core--a nation obsessed with therapies and filled with distrust of formal politics; skeptical of authority and prey to superstition; its language corroded by fake pity and euphemism. It resembles late Rome...in the corruption and verbosity of its senators, in its reliance on sacred geese (those feathered ancestors of our own pollsters and spin-doctors) and in its submission to senile, deified emperors controlled by astrologers and extravagant wives.
Culture of Complaint is fired by a deep concern for the way Hughes sees his adopted country heading. But it is not a relentless diatribe. If Hughes lambastes some aspects of American politics, he applauds Vaclav Havel's vision of politics not as the art of the useful, but politics as practical morality, as service to the truth. And if he denounces PC, he offers a brilliant and heartfelt defence of non-ideological multiculturalism as an antidote to Americans' difficulty in imagining the rest of the world--and other Americans.
Here, then, is an extraordinary cri de coeur, an outspoken call for the reconstruction of America's ideas about its recent self. It is a book that everyone interested in American culture will want to read.

Robert Hughes is a board certified consulting hypnotist who has practiced in three states and on three continents in two languages. He is also a nationally known and respected teacher of hypnosis and hypnotherapy. In 2007, he had the good fortune to be selected by a nationally respected pediatric gastroenterology physician group to develop an adjunct program for treating pediatric functional abdominal pain and irritable bowel syndrome with hypnosis. This book presents the Hughes Hypnosis Protocol for working with IBS and FAP in children. But it does far more than that. It is also a tour de force presentation of advanced hypnotherapy methods that can be applied to many conditions. It is such a comprehensive review of hypnotherapy technique that it is used as the main text in teaching advanced hypnotherapy. Robert, although semi-retired, still practices and teaches in Boise, Idaho. Working with these wonderful children, although a small part of his practice, remains a major source of joy in his life.

This is a handbook designed for people involved in community development. It provides thoughts on working with communities and individuals in those communities. It aims to reinforce or challenge present ideas, introduce different perspectives for consideration and focuses on sustainable outcomes, independent of external influence. The premise for the book is that working with communities is not complicated as long as interaction with people and groups is strength based and built around developing strong robust relationships.

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In In Defense of Our Planet: The Evolution of Climate Activism, Robert Hughes takes us on an immersive journey through the compelling history of climate activism. From the earliest scientific revelations of climate change to the emergence of powerful, global movements fighting for climate justice, Hughes skillfully navigates the tumultuous course of activism against humanity's most existential threat. Uncover the resilience and courage of countless unsung heroes who, against all odds, stood in defense of our planet. Delve into the profound impact of landmark events such as the publication of Rachel Carson's Silent Spring, the unprecedented scale of worldwide climate marches, and the extraordinary influence of young voices like Greta Thunberg. Hughes elucidates not only the triumphs of the movement but also its struggles and ongoing challenges in a world increasingly defined by climate disruption. Yet, In Defense of Our Planet is more than a historical recounting-it's a narrative of hope, echoing the determination of activists worldwide. With a keen eye for the intersectionality of environmental and social issues, Hughes crafts a narrative that invites us to look beyond the science and politics of climate change and see the human faces of this global crisis. As we stand at the precipice of a decisive decade for our planet's future, In Defense of Our Planet is an essential read, reminding us of where we've come from, the power of collective action, and the urgent need for every voice in the fight against climate change. This is not just a book about climate activism-it's a testament to human resilience and a beacon of hope in our shared fight for a sustainable future.

Wiccan Heritage Unveiled invites readers on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Wiccan traditions, unraveling the mystique that shrouds this ancient and powerful belief system. Delving deep into the heart of Wiccan practices, this book serves as a comprehensive guide to the spiritual heritage that has enchanted generations. Through meticulous exploration, readers will discover the hidden secrets, rituals, and sacred knowledge passed down through the ages, unlocking the true essence of Wiccan wisdom.

The narrative unfolds with a blend of historical insight and modern perspectives, offering a bridge between ancient traditions and contemporary spirituality. Wiccan Heritage Unveiled unveils the core principles of Wicca, shedding light on the interconnectedness of nature, the significance of rituals, and the profound symbolism woven into the fabric of Wiccan beliefs. This book is not only a testament to the enduring legacy of Wicca but also a practical guide for those seeking to incorporate its transformative practices into their own spiritual journey.

As readers turn the pages, they will be immersed in a world where magic and reverence for the natural world converge. Wiccan Heritage Unveiled is more than a book; it is an invitation to explore the depths of Wiccan spirituality, embrace its timeless rituals, and connect with the enchanting legacy that continues to shape the spiritual landscape today. This unveiling of Wiccan heritage is an empowering and enlightening experience for both novices and seasoned practitioners alike.

This book elucidates the work of 21^st-century European thinkers to describe the event of art as an intuited correspondence between (a) a sensuous object grasped at its limit of form and deformation and (b) an aesthetic subject unsettlingly exposed at its own limits of form and the real.

I think we should feel as though we are on a mission. Not a mission of sadness to save souls - they are not lost, and if they were, you wouldn't know where to look for them - but a mission that glorifies the soul. Not to find we are here for salvation, but for glorification of] the beauty, the wonder, the delight of that Something that sings and sings and sings in the soul of humankind.

Explores why American Romantic writers and contemporary continental thinkers turn to art when writing about ethics.

This book explores the relationship between literature and ethics, showing how literature and art work to open up a part of ethics that resists traditional philosophy. Focusing on three American Romantic texts-Wieland, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, and The Marble Faun-Robert Hughes demonstrates how each dramatizes the ethical, psychological, and existential imperative to put the experience of our own traumatic limits (death, mortality, and being) into poetic language. To develop the theoretical stakes of these literary readings, Hughes also draws on four twentieth-century continental thinkers-Jacques Lacan, Martin Heidegger, Emmanuel Levinas, and Alain Badiou-each of whom, in his own way, proposed aesthetics or art as an approach to this dimension of ethics. The book also points to an overlooked common lineage, descending from German Romanticism, between American Romanticism and contemporary post-Romantic continental thought: a shared supposition about the limits of reason as a mode of presenting the essence of art and ethics, and a shared faith in the promise of literature to speak to, or open up, this subjective space of foundational ethics

The Making of Modern Law: U.S. Supreme Court Records and Briefs, 1832-1978 contains the world's most comprehensive collection of records and briefs brought before the nation's highest court by leading legal practitioners - many who later became judges and associates of the court. It includes transcripts, applications for review, motions, petitions, supplements and other official papers of the most-studied and talked-about cases, including many that resulted in landmark decisions. This collection serves the needs of students and researchers in American legal history, politics, society and government, as well as practicing attorneys. This book contains copies of all known US Supreme Court filings related to this case including any transcripts of record, briefs, petitions, motions, jurisdictional statements, and memorandum filed. This book does not contain the Court's opinion. The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping ensure edition identification: Eppenauer v. Ohio Oil CoPetition / ROBERT HUGHES / 1938 / 523 / 306 U.S. 632 / 59 S.Ct. 461 / 83 L.Ed. 1034 / 12-15-1938Eppenauer v. Ohio Oil CoBrief in Opposition (P) / A M GEE / 1938 / 523 / 306 U.S. 632 / 59 S.Ct. 461 / 83 L.Ed. 1034 / 1-9-1939Eppenauer v. Ohio Oil CoPetition for Rehearing / ROBERT HUGHES / 1938 / 523 / 306 U.S. 632 / 59 S.Ct. 461 / 83 L.Ed. 1034 / 2-23-1939Eppenauer v. Ohio Oil CoBrief in Opposition (P) / A M GEE / 1938 / 523 / 306 U.S. 632 / 59 S.Ct. 461 / 83 L.Ed. 1034 / 2-27-1939

By the time he was three, Walker's parents were concerned enough about his delayed development to consult a paediatric neurologist. Doctors diagnosed autism and issued a grim prognosis: 'I hold out no hope for this child'. But they hadn't accounted for Walker's intelligence, affection, and sense of humour - or for the remarkable bonds that grew within his family.

Walker's father, Robert Hughes, tells a touching and inspiring story of discovering that their 'perfect little boy had a problem'. With disarming honesty and humour, the book tells how a family copes and keeps hope alive despite the staggering difficulties autism presents.

Explores why American Romantic writers and contemporary continental thinkers turn to art when writing about ethics.

This book explores the relationship between literature and ethics, showing how literature and art work to open up a part of ethics that resists traditional philosophy. Focusing on three American Romantic texts-Wieland, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, and The Marble Faun-Robert Hughes demonstrates how each dramatizes the ethical, psychological, and existential imperative to put the experience of our own traumatic limits (death, mortality, and being) into poetic language. To develop the theoretical stakes of these literary readings, Hughes also draws on four twentieth-century continental thinkers-Jacques Lacan, Martin Heidegger, Emmanuel Levinas, and Alain Badiou-each of whom, in his own way, proposed aesthetics or art as an approach to this dimension of ethics. The book also points to an overlooked common lineage, descending from German Romanticism, between American Romanticism and contemporary post-Romantic continental thought: a shared supposition about the limits of reason as a mode of presenting the essence of art and ethics, and a shared faith in the promise of literature to speak to, or open up, this subjective space of foundational ethics