John Leguizamo

Explore the teachings of one of the most influential acting teachers in American history through this book of 22 lessons. Stella Adler, known for instructing iconic actors like Marlon Brando and Robert De Niro, imparted her vast knowledge of the craft over a long and illustrious career. Howard Kissel has captured her decades of experience and expertise in this essential volume on The Art of Acting.

Acting exercises that help actors eliminate tensions, fears, and inhibitions. The exercises focus on exploring the "being" state, eliminating obstacles, and avoiding concept and presentational acting. The book includes a complete chapter on sense memory as an acting tool and is co-authored by Joan Hotchkis, with a Foreword by Jack Nicholson.

Discover the famous acting training book that has inspired generations of actors and trainers. This edition was the first to introduce Stanislavski's 'system' to English speakers and continues to be a classic in acting classes. Learn about inward preparation, the 'magic if' concept, emotion memory, and rehearsal aids. An essential read for actors, directors, and anyone interested in the art of drama.

Learn from the best with this definitive source book on Method acting. Lee Strasberg's revolutionary theory of acting has influenced the craft of Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, Paul Newman, and other legendary actors. In A Dream of Passion, Strasberg explains The Method and tells the story of its development and the people involved with it. This masterpiece is a must-read for anyone involved with the theater.

Learn the craft of acting from one of the greatest teachers of our time in this captivating book. Follow an acting class of eight men and eight women as they go from basic exercises to polished performances of contemporary American plays. Meisner's empathic and encouraging teaching style provokes emotion, laughter, and technical mastery from his students. With an introduction by Sydney Pollack, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in acting or appreciating the craft.

This detailed book on acting serves as a credo for one of the industry's experienced professionals. Respect for Acting offers invaluable advice for both aspiring and seasoned actors, containing vivid dicta drawn from experience, skill, and a sense of personal and professional worth. With her significant imagination, Uta Hagen's object exercises can stimulate anyone preparing a scene for presentation. No wonder almost no American actors are uninfluenced by Hagen's teachings.

Explore a fascinating and surprising world with this groundbreaking work of science, history, and archaeology. Charles C. Mann challenges the widely-held belief that pre-Columbian Americans lived sparsely in a wilderness. Instead, he reveals that they molded and influenced the land around them in incredible ways, from creating advanced cities to engineering corn in a specialized process. Enrich your understanding of the Americas before 1492 with this transformative read.

A groundbreaking exploration of Latin American history, this text sets a new standard for historical scholarship. Organized around five centuries of exploitation, the author uncovers the veins of wealth that run throughout the continent, ultimately emptying into the coffers of Europe and the United States. Fusing scientific analysis with a passionate narrative, this book is a singular achievement in historical and social writing that history buffs won't forget. Honored by an introduction by Isabel Allende, this classic is a must-read for anyone interested in Latin American history.

Explore American history from the perspective of the people who shaped it, in this groundbreaking book. A People's History of the United States throws out the official narrative and focuses on the struggles and triumphs of everyday Americans, including women, factory workers, African-Americans, Native Americans, and immigrant laborers. From the fight for fair wages to the battle for women's rights, this book explores the grassroots movements that shaped our country. With lively prose and scholarly research, this classic bestseller is a must-read for anyone who wants to truly understand America's past and future.