(Encyclopedia) Romney, GeorgeRomney, Georgerŏmˈnē [key], 1734–1802, English portrait painter, b. Lancashire. Having had little early training, Romney went to London in 1762, where he rapidly became a…
(Encyclopedia) Callaghan, Morley (Morley Edward Callaghan)Callaghan, Morleykălˈəhănˌ [key], 1903–90, Canadian novelist. During the 1920s he spent time in Paris, where he became friends with Ernest…
(Encyclopedia) Sidney or Sydney, Sir Philip, 1554–86, English author and courtier. He was one of the leading members of Queen Elizabeth's court and a model of Renaissance chivalry. He served in…
(Encyclopedia) Campion, Jane, 1954–, New Zealand film director, b. Wellington; grad. Victoria Univ., Wellington (1975), Sydney College of the Arts, Australia (1979), Australian School of Film and…
The following table lists the rank, title, and artist for each of the top ten selling digital songs in the United States during 2010. Rank Song Artist1."California…
The 58th Annual Grammy Awards were presented at Staples Center in Los Angeles on Feb. 15, 2016. It was an evening of memorable performances, including Lady Gaga's tribute…
The 58th Annual Grammy Awards were presented at Staples Center in Los Angeles on Feb. 15, 2016. It was an evening of memorable performances, including Lady Gaga's tribute…
Check out the bios on the nominees, from Michelle Williams, who was nominated in the same category last year, to newcomer Rooney Mara. For those keeping score, this is Meryl Streep's…