Nestled between the Adirondacks of New York and Vermonts Green Mountains; Lake Champlain offers 120 miles of tranquil beauty with a rich; bustling history. Picturesque waterfront communities established in the 18th century recall the era when the Champlain Valleys natural resources--iron; lumber; granite; marble; and potash--were shipped to distant ports on lake sloops and schooners. By the early 19th century; Lake Champlain was connected with the canals of New York and Quebec; and the resulting economic boom lasted for 100 years. Apples; hay; bricks; and finished goods were shipped on thousands of workaday canal boats that were also floating family homes. Massive steamboats carried travelers and tourists drawn to the fresh country air; and lakefront camps sprang up everywhere. Automobiles traveled over Lake Champlain on ferries and bridges. Through stunning historical images from the archives of Lake Champlain Maritime Museum and other regional collections; Lake Champlain tells the story of this busy commercial corridor and pastoral recreational destination.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Like the old whore said; the plays the thing.By N. MooreThis book is life changing. Seriously. I find myself thinking about it; when Im called upon to just behave in real life. Because acting in real life and acting on stage require basically the same thing: stand in your spot; look the other person in the eye; speak clearly; and let the words move you however they will. "Invent nothing; deny nothing." This is the kind of book to read over and over again. Ive often read it before going on stage; for inspiration; or just to get excited about theater in general. This book is a complete education in acting; and is enjoyable to read. For a complete education in Theater; in general; also get Mamets book entitled Theatre; which is written in the same pithy and eloquent style. Both are written like philosophy you can use. Mamet cuts through all the other nonsense; and gives advise that really works.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Extremely Useful Advice for Directors as well as ActorsBy A Director"True and False" has been the most helpful book Ive read in over 40 years of acting;directing; and studying. Period.Take your classes; train your voice; read and practice the well-known teachers of Theater; but Read This Book. It is short; and I recommend that you actors and directors read it once through before each of your next several theatrical projects no matter what your technique is or who you studied with. I wish this text had been available when I was in college.If read from a directors point of view; this text will help you quickly get to the heart of the matter with your actors no matter what beliefs; or lack of experience; they may bring to rehearsal.Reviewers who have invested their time; money; and their identities in traditional methods and who disagree with Mamet are; of course; going to resist some of the ideas expressed. However; his excellent advice does not invalidate the experience and useful tools youve acquired elsewhere. If you think it does; I recommend you re-read it with an open mind. Keep what works for you and disregard the rest.Reviewing "True and False: Heresy and Common Sense for the Actor" like a book meant only to be read is a mistake. It should be reviewed like a carpenter would review a hammer.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Mamet knows his stuffBy Michael J Mc DermottAn interesting critique of the method school of acting; and wonderful insight into the world of drama. I came to know of Mamet through his infamous letter to the writers of the Unit; and this book carries that same voice and pursuit of drama as the ultimate goal of all in the world of entertainment.He has a very thorough and persuasive perspective on the attitude and approach to acting; from its foundation in theater to the abstract in bringing the unreal to life on stage. The criticism Ive read of this; such as Mamet not giving concrete advice towards casting or auditioning sessions; does seem contradictory given the back covers advertisement of how to undertake auditions and rehearsals but I found this book a treatise on the art and science of the actors profession and an attitude to take towards the business side of show business.Even for those who remain persuaded by Stanislavsky or the Method should find this an interesting and invigorating dialogue on their profession. Highly recommend to all in; and those fascinated by; the arts and the stage.
