Summary: The development of the arts in Europe from the Middle Ages to the modern era is an astonishing record of cultural achievement, from the breathtaking architecture of Gothic cathedrals to the daring visual experiments of the Cubist painters. We all have our favorite artists, periods, or styles from this immensely rich tradition, but how many of us truly know the full sweep of European art? How...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Co. 2005
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Summary: Examines the life and works of Dimitri Shostakovich in 8 lectures of 45 minutes each.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Co. 2002
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Summary: With a mix of scientific research and practical applications, Professor Polk brings cutting-edge science to life. He takes you down to the cellular and even molecular level of the brain to show you why certain functions decline, how some aspects of brain aging are under genetic control, and what you can do to prolong your health and keep your mind sharp.
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Great Courses 2016
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Restak, Richard
Summary: These 12 lectures focus attention on the human brain.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Co. 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Great 612.82 OptimizingSummary: Neuroscientist and Adjunct Professor of Psychology Indre Viskontas lectures on popular beliefs about the brain and the truths behind them.
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Teaching Company 2017
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Summary: A course of 24 lectures by Professor Paul Rosenzweig.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 323.4482 SURSummary: These six half-hour lectures focuses on just how remarkable memory is--and how easily it can be strengthened, enhanced, and improved at any age.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Company 2012