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Manufacturer: PBS Brand: Super D

Now chefs of all ages and abilities can share Julias love of fine French food and learn to cook some of her most loved dishes with this special collection of 18 episodes from her original 1960s series, The French Chef. In her signature style and with bloopers, Julia demonstrates such classic recipes as boeuf bourguignon from her debut show, salade Nicoise, bouillabaisse a la Marseillaise, mousseline au chocolat, and many more delicious dishes. Three servings of practical cooking advice per one serving of nostalgia is the recipe for this 18-episode culinary collector’s item. The French Chef with Julia Child, the pioneering public television series which premiered in 1962, brought French cuisine to American kitchens without a dash of pretension. Child (1912-2004), a cooking legend and cultural icon with her 6’2" commanding-yet-self-deprecating presence, leads viewers through some of her favorite and classic recipes with requisite humor and congeniality. The three-disc compilation is divided into Starters and Side Dishes; Main Courses; and Desserts and Other Classics, and includes several printable recipes from each category. In vintage black and white, the collection begins with "The Potato Show" and Child’s sage counsel, "When you flip anything you must have the courage of your convictions," before she flips half of her sautéed potatoes onto the stovetop. Peppered throughout the collection are such reminders of why Child was so endearing: she let the camera roll through all her culinary disasters. In another show, "To Roast a Chicken," Child lines up five headless poultry as if arranging for a family photo, while earnestly discussing the differences between a fryer and a roaster, the "full glory of its chickendom." Even non-gourmands will find themselves captivated by such vintage entertainment, while passionate epicureans will relish step-by-step demonstrations of wonders such as boeuf bourguignon (from her debut show), salad Nicoise, bouillabaisse a la Marseillaise, and mousse au chocolat...

Manufacturer: Two Little Hands Productions

Alex, Leah, their frog Hopkins, and host Rachel Coleman teach ASL signs for family members, feelings, and things outside. Created for ages 1-8 but enjoyed by all! Available only on DVD. Close-Captioned. Approximate run time: 30 minutes, plus special features. Family, Feelings & Fun includes the following original songs, written by Rachel Coleman: Signing Time Theme In A House Beautiful Day Feelings We've Got Love Special Features Sign Review - Forming Sentences - Initializing - Word Order. ASL Signs ASL signs taught in this DVD: Home - Family - Brother - Sister - Son - Daughter - Uncle - Aunt - Cousin - Tree - Wind - Leaf - Grass - Cloud - Rain - Snow - Coat - Boots - Gloves - Hat - Feelings - Grumpy - Surprise - Silly - Scared - Excited - Sick - Love. And if you pay close attention, you ll also see and learn these additional signs: Singing - Time - Dancing - Laughing - Playing - Favorite - Signing - Lot - Everyone - Start - Today - Come - Meet - - Find - Different - Share - Day - Mom - Dad - Grandpa - Grandma - Bugs - Spider - Butterfly - Tired - Proud - Sad - Happy - Class - Team - Group - House - Want - Milk - Please - Share - Train - Class - Group - Team - Red - Car - Look.

Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon Model: 2227942

Luciano Pavarotti, Renata Scotto, and Ingvar Wixell star in this Metropolitan Opera production of the Puccini opera conducted by James Levine.

Manufacturer: National Geographic Video Brand: GAIAM INTERNATIONAL

Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning book and national best seller, Guns, Germs, and Steel is an epic detective story that offers a gripping expose on why the world is so unequal. Professor Jared Diamond traveled the globe for over 30 years trying to answer the biggest question of world history. Why is the world so unequal? The answers he found were simple yet extraordinary. Our destiny depends on geography and access to: Guns, Germs, and Steel. Weaving together anthropology and science with epic historical reenactments, Guns, Germs, and Steel brings Diamond's fascinating theories to life, and moves beyond the book to bring his ideas into the present day. Is the balance of power in the world, the essentially unequal distribution of wealth and clout that has shaped civilization for centuries, a matter of survival of the fittest… or merely of the luckiest? In Guns, Germs, and Steel, UCLA professor (and author of the best-seller bearing the same title) Jared Diamond makes a compelling case for the latter. Diamond's theory is that the predominance of white Europeans (and Americans of European descent) over other cultures has nothing to do with racial superiority, as many have claimed, but is instead the result of nothing more, or less, than geographical coincidence. His argument, in a nutshell, is that the people who populated the Middle East's "fertile crescent" thousands of years ago were the first farmers, blessed with abundant natural resources (native crops such as wheat and barley, domesticable animals like pigs, goats, sheep, and cows). When their descendents migrated to Europe and northern Africa, climates similar to the crescent's, those same assets, which were unavailable in most of the rest of the world, led to the flourishing of advanced civilizations in those places as well. Add to that their ability to control fire, and Europeans eventually developed the guns and steel (swords, trains, etc.) they used to conquer the planet (the devastating diseases they brought with them, like smallpox, were an unp...

Manufacturer: Dance Videos Direct

Line Dance 101 is the absolute starting point for anyone wanting to get into Line Dancing. Line Dance 101 is truly a must-see for beginners and is the first of six excellent Line Dance DVDs in Shawn Trautman's Dance Collection (shawntrautman.com). In this DVD, Shawn quickly and easily takes you through several different dances, step-by-step in an order that makes sense, and at a pace set for everyone. This DVD is very effective with clear, understandable, and completely attainable instruction. Following the instruction is easy too, as the instructor teaches to the side and then with his back to you so you can follow EXACTLY what's being done in the same direction and at the same time. Line Dance 101 is also great for all ages! Never danced before? No problem! This DVD was designed to get folks dancing, looking good and confident in less than 90 minutes. Filmed in HD and complemented by multiple camera angles and Picture-In-Picture technology, this DVD is perfect for bringing the Line Dance class to your living room. The lessons are broken into clear, logical pieces that introduce more than 30 steps in 5 carefully chosen dances specific for learning and practicing. In just minutes you'll learn the Electric Slide, the Cotton Eyed Joe, Slappin' Leather, Ole', and Swing Time. Plus, as a Special Bonus, both Monterey Turns and the 8-count Applejacks illusion are taught. If you're ready to learn and have fun, Shawn Trautmans Dance Collection is the way to go. Order Line Dance 101 today, and be ready to dance by the weekend!

Manufacturer: Language Tree Brand: Language Tree Model: 5

Spanish for Kids vol. 1 introduces Spanish is a way that kids will truly enjoy. Featuring 3D animation along with live action sequences, this DVD teaches basic conversational Spanish within the context of a fantastic birthday party. Carlos and his best friend, Chiquitita the Chihuahua, teach useful phrases your child can use right away. Lessons include meeting and greeting, colors, numbers, clothing, and much more. Embedded throughout the video are interactive DVD games that test a child s comprehension and original music by a Hollywood composer designed to reinforce new words and phrases. All Language Tree videos incorporate the breakthrough Multi-Cognition ApproachTM, developed by a Stanford University cognitive scientist, for faster and deeper learning. DVD comes with learning booklet.

Manufacturer: National Geographic Video Brand: Warner Manufacturing

It's a story of bubonic plague, starvation, espionage and cannibalism -- and the founding of America's first colony. In 1607, a handful of English adventurers set sail across the Atlantic, expecting a paradise teeming with gold and riches. Now, 400 years later, the latest discoveries reveal the true story of Jamestown--as you've never seen it before. With exclusive access to forensics and archaeology, National Geographic reveals shocking new evidence of starvation and disease, secret plots and Spanish spies. Authentic recreations bring to life one of the most dramatic chapters in America's history. DVD Features:Featurette:Bonus Featurette and interactive maps detailing John Smith's journeys exploring "The New World" developed in cooperation with the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation.Other:Bonus Featurette and interactive maps detailing John Smith's journeys exploring "The New World" developed in cooperation with the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation. Comprehensive companion website on Jamestown and John Smith's expedition created by NationalGeographic.com.

Manufacturer: A&M Brand: UNI DIST CORP (MUSIC) Model: 2240070

Live performance from the legendary singer, recorded in 1970 at the Fillmore East and Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. Tracks include 'Delta Lady', 'She Came in Through the Bathroom Window', 'Bird On a Wire' and 'With a Little Help from My Friends'.

Manufacturer: PBS Model: 2268424

Brass and percussion blend with dramatic choreography, brilliant lighting and special effects to create a new genre of performance in BLAST! Its performers move constantly, staging intricate movements to classical, symphonic, Broadway and popular music. Taped at the London Apollo Hammersmith Theatre in April 2000, BLAST! musical highlights include Ravel's ""Bolero,"" Copland's ""Appalachian Spring,"" and Chuck Mangione's ""Land of Make Believe.

Manufacturer: SoccerVideos.com Brand: SOCCER LEARNING SYSTEMS

Disc 1 - The Final Re-live the most astounding soccer match in history, Liverpool v AC Milan. Three goals down to AC Milan at the break, Liverpool struck back to level in a seven minute burst! This DVD not only includes the full UEFA Champions League final but all the pre-match build up, extra time, penalties, celebrations and the homecoming victory parade! Disc 2 - The Road To Istanbul Watch Liverpool's amazing journey along the Road To Istanbul. From the 3-1 victories over Olympiakos and Bayer Leverkusen, to Garcia's crutial goal against Chelsea in the semi-final. This DVD shows match highlights and every goal in every game in the 2004/2005 UEFA Champions League competition.