Excerpts from "The Spectrum of Adventure" (Part 1) by Thomas A. Christie
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In this section: IntroductionExcerpts from "The Spectrum of Adventure" by Thomas A. ChristieThe Sinclair ZX Spectrum was one of the most popular home computers in British history, selling over five million units in its 1980s heyday.Amongst the thousands of titles released for the Spectrum during its lifetime, the text adventure game was to emerge as one of the most significant genres on the system.Covering 100 games in all, this book celebrates the Spectrum’s thriving interactive fiction scene of the eighties, chronicling the achievements of major publishers as well as independent developers from the machine’s launch in 1982 until the end of the decade in 1989."The Spectrum of Adventure" is Copyright ©2016 Thomas A. Christie, all rights reserved, and is published by Extremis Publishing Ltd.This title is available as a physical book from www.extremispublishing.com and all good online retailers and independent booksellers worldwide.
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Breathe - Original Piano Composition
Perhaps the relentless, repetitive melody and rhythms of the hands remind me of a frantic mind and the need to stop and observe when we are quickening our breath, when it is shallow and tight, to then let go and remember to breathe deeply and with ease - Breathe like a tortoise and live for 400 years, maybe
Sam Neale - Lockdown (original song)
Disclaimer: I know the C19 is a terrible tragedy for many and dont want to undermine that with these lyrics, but as a good friend reminded me, it doesn't have to be a case of either or. It's a terrible tragedy AND this time of lockdown carries blessings and opportunities for growth and healing.
RD Watson - The English Voiceover for product promotions
RD Watson - The English Voiceover for product promotionsRoger is a Grammy nominated record producer and former record executive turned full-time voiceover actor. When he was 16 he met the Beatles at his school concert and was the lead singer of a school band which led to joining the record business on Monday & meeting the Rolling Stones on Friday!
Breathe - Original Piano Composition
Perhaps the relentless, repetitive melody and rhythms of the hands remind me of a frantic mind and the need to stop and observe when we are quickening our breath, when it is shallow and tight, to then let go and remember to breathe deeply and with ease - Breathe like a tortoise and live for 400 years, maybe