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(Encyclopedia) directing, the art of leading dramatic performances on the stage or in films. The modern theatrical director is in complete charge of all the artistic aspects of a dramatic…

New York, N.Y.

Mayor: Bill de Blasio (to Dec. 2017) Borough Presidents: Bronx, Ruben Diaz; Brooklyn, Eric Adams; Manhattan, Gale Brewer; Queens, Melinda Katz; Staten Island, James Oddo 2010 census population (…

U.S. Zoos and Aquariums

Source: The facilities listed are members of, and accredited by, the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) to ensure that they are maintaining professional standards. The AZA also accredits…

Women Literary Figures

  Aidoo - Corelli | Dickinson - Luce | Mansfield - Rukeyser | Sackville - Yourcenar Anaïs Nin Biographies ofNotable Women Actresses Adventurers Artists…

life

(Encyclopedia) life, although there is no universal agreement as to a definition of life, its biological manifestations are generally considered to be organization, metabolism, growth, irritability,…

terrorism

(Encyclopedia) terrorism, the threat or use of violence, often against the civilian population, to achieve political or social ends, to intimidate opponents, or to publicize grievances. The term…

2009 Grammy Awards

The 52nd Annual Grammy Awards were presented at Staples Center in Los Angeles on Jan. 31, 2010; the winners are listed below. Album of the Year: Fearless - Taylor…