Böcker av Thomas Austin

Echoes of Andromeda: A Sci-Fi OdysseyDive into the heart of the cosmos with "Echoes of Andromeda," where the infinite expanse of space is both a canvas for freedom's vivid hues and a battleground for the soul of the galaxy. In this riveting collection of sci-fi short stories, every star is a testament to liberty, and every shadow harbors the seeds of rebellion.The Last Stand of The StarlingAmidst the oppressive clutches of the Syndicate that suffocates the galaxy, "The Starling" emerges as a bastion of defiance. Captain Elara Mira, a symbol of hope amidst despair, commands her diverse crew on a perilous mission to fan the embers of rebellion. Their quest is fraught with danger, but the promise of freedom guides their journey through the star-studded void.A Crew United by FateBound by a shared destiny, Elara's crew is a mosaic of resilience and ingenuity. Zan'Thar, the enigmatic scientist, wields his knowledge as a weapon against cosmic mysteries. Dr. Kirov, a healer of both body and spirit, sustains the crew's morale against overwhelming odds. And Idris, the tactical genius, navigates the treacherous schemes of their enemies with unparalleled acumen.Realms Beyond Imagination"Echoes of Andromeda" transports readers to breathtaking worlds, from verdant planetary oases to nebulae that dance with the promise of liberation. Discover ancient artifacts that echo timeless truths and explore forsaken realms key to dismantling the Syndicate's tyranny.The Essence of ResistanceThis collection is more than a tale of territorial conquest; it's an exploration of the indomitable spirit of resistance. Witness the saga of "The Starling" and its crew as they engage in epic confrontations with the Syndicate, battling not only external forces but the inner turmoil of their haunted pasts.Your Galactic Journey AwaitsEmbark on an unforgettable voyage with "Echoes of Andromeda," where each story is a beacon of freedom, illuminating the darkest corners of space. Join Captain Elara Mira and her crew on their odyssey, and let their adventures inspire you to reach for the stars. The galaxy calls-will you answer?

Working across a range of formats, from video art and gallery installations to independent cinema, Hollywood and the BBC, Steve McQueen's prodigious output has been marked by formal ambition and political urgency. ReFocus: The Films of Steve McQueen interrogates the director's body of work, its political, aesthetic and institutional dimensions, and the interfaces between them. It offers critical insights into McQueen's engagements with race, gender, the body, love and pain, and his abiding self-reflexive interest in the potential of multiple audio-visual forms. The first director to win both the Turner Prize and an Oscar for best picture, McQueen is probably the most important working British filmmaker. This vital collection explores the controversies as well as the achievements in McQueen's stellar career to date. Thomas Austin is Professor of Film Studies at the University of Sussex, UK.

Watching the world extends the reach of documentary studies by investigating recent instances of screen documentary and the uses made of them by audiences

In response to these rapid developments, this book rethinks the notion of documentary, in terms of theory, practice and object/s of study.

Austin presents a multi-dimensional investigation of popular film as a commercial, cultural and social phenomenon, focusing on "Basic Instinct", "Bram Stoker's Dracula" and "Natural Born Killers"; and on important - and marketable - issues such as sex and violence.