Books written by Laura Hensley

  • The Story Behind F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby

    SCOTT Early Life TZGERALD Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald was born in St. Paul , Minnesota , on September 24 , 1896. Scott , as he was known , was named after Francis Scott Key , a cousin who wrote the " Star Spangled Banner , " the U.S. ...

  • How to Read a Work of Art

    This book discusses how to interpret a work of art and guides readers as they interpret works of art throughout the book.

  • Advertising Attack

    One of the best-known instances of product placement was in the 1982 movie E.T. In the film, the lovable alien E.T. was shown eating the candy Reese's Pieces. As a result of this product placement, sales of Reese's Pieces went up 65 ...

  • How to Read a Work of Art

    As a consequence both of U.S. foreign policy activism and gradual shifts in the distribution of world power, the liberal order faces significant new challenges. This book traces alternative paths through which these challenges might be met.

  • History in Literature Set

    This series teaches about historical periods using classic literary works as a resource. Each title offers a unique look into the history of a specific period and region and shows how literature reflects history.

  • Art for All: What Is Public Art?

    978-1-4109-3928-9 How to Read a Work of Art 978-1-4109-3925-8 Neil Gaiman: Rock Star Writer 978-1-4109-3929-6 Playing the Spoons and Other Curious Instruments 978-1-4109-3917-3 Preening, Painting, and Piercing: Body Art ...