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Concise, thoughtfully written text on drawing and sketching, accompanied żeby more than 150 simply drawn illustrations, provides important...

Quadrupeds, birds, fishes, and insects depicted realistically and fancifully, plus such fantasy creatures as unicorns, dragons, and basilisks....

Schider's complete, historical text is accompanied by a wealth of anatomical illustrations, plus a variety of plates showcasing master artists...

PrefaceI Uses and Limitations of the Tempera Tempera painting a strict discipline Tendencies in modern painting The media of the future...

Amusing, thought-provoking epigrams, aphorisms, and other jests from the plays, essays, and lively conversation of Oscar Wilde offer a feast...

Superb step-by-step guide enables even beginners to create beautiful lace according to age-old technique. Edgings, doilies, squares, petals,...

The quintessential Shakespearean tragedy, whose highly charged confrontations and anguished soliloquies probe depths of human feeling rarely...

Preface1. Pure Mathematics Introduction; Euclidean Geometry as Pure Mathematics; Games; Why Study Pure Mathematics?; What's Coming; Suggested...

Works żeby Villon, Ronsard, Voltaire, Mallarmé, Verlaine, Rimbaud, Apollinaire, many more. Full French texts with literal English translations...

The Father of Psychoanalysis, Freud ranks among the most important figures in Western psychology, and this is his most famous work. Freud...

One of the foundational texts of Western education, this novel served as a model during the French Revolution for a new approach to teaching....

The respected naval historian emphasizes precise definitions of terminology and ideas as the antidote to purposeless discussion and the...

Absorbing book describes, in detail, farm tools and kitchen implements and how they were made. Includes devices used aby curriers, wheelwrights,...

Considered the major source of information about piracy in the early 18th century, this fascinating history żeby the author of Robinson...

Complete instructions and examples help you create your own magnificent swirls, delicately shaded curves, harmoniously crisscrossing lines,...

Absolute beginners can learn how to get started on the basic Italic hand in this practical guide. Detailed discussions cover spacing and...

Twenty-eight intricate images offer a mind-expanding coloring experience. But there's more here than meets the eye -- look closely to find...

Six essays and one address outline Emerson's moral idealism and hint at later scepticism. In addition to title essay, this volume includes...

Authentic 18th-century Chinese detective novels. Dee and associates solve 3 interlocked cases: The Case of the Double Murder at Dawn, The...

This handbook begins with a discussion of the nature of Middle Egyptian and its script, followed by instructions for forming nouns, pronouns,...

I. Continuity and Irrational Numbers Preface 1. Properties of Rational Numbers 2. Comparison of the Rational Numbers with the Points of...

Forty-five authentic illustrations of clothing from the 5th through mid-15th centuries, from the simple aprons, kirtles, and tunics of peasants...

This profusely illustrated primer in pattern making is great for creating fashionable clothing as well as pretty necklines, pockets, and...

Unsurpassed in its sheer scope and depth, the first definitive work on werewolfery employs a theological and philosophical approach, incorporating...

This treasury of 100 tales offers a volume of remarkable value to students and readers of short fiction. Selections aby masters of the form...

Notation1. Elementary Theory2. Exponential Integrals and Exponential Sums3. The Voronoi Summation Formula4. The Approximate Functional Equations5....

Thorough coverage of evolution of cults, rites and gods; the cult of Osiris; the Book of the Dead and its rites; the sacred animals and...

Excellent new English translations of title story (considered aby many critics Kafka's most perfect work), plus "The Judgment," "In the...

INTRODUCTIONi. MATERIALS AND PROCEDURES ii. THE STRUCTURAL APPROACHiii. THE SQUARE AS A UNIT OF MEASUREiv. THE PICTURE PLANEv. THE CUBEvi....

What does it mean to live an ethical life? For seventeenth-century philosopher Benedict de Spinoza, this question led to a doctrine in which...

Written shortly after the shattering effects of World War I, this volume offers an insightful introduction to the concept of pragmatic humanism....

Fill the 64 blank pages of this inexpensive laptop with phone numbers, important dates, bright ideas, appointments, or anything else you...

All the information every needed to extract dyestuffs from common trees, flowers, lichens, and weeds to create beautifully dyed materials....

Forty-two detailed black-and-white illustrations depict a garter snake, Virginia deer, garden spider, Japanese beetles, chickadees, raccoons,...

Blossfeldt's exquisite sharp-focus photo studies of plant form — leaves, buds, stems, seed pods, tendrils and twigs — won acclaim with publication...

These 60 complete games, annotated throughout, emphasize the Cuban master's elegant, classic, accurate, lethal endgame play against Alekhine,...

Poetry is the greatest literary form of ancient Persia and modern Iran, and the 14th-century poet known as Hafiz is its preeminent master....

"A fantasy novel in a class with the Tolkien books."--L. Sprague de Camp "It could be the very best fairy story ever written."--Gahan Wilson...

The Physics of Pretty MathematicsOne of the founders of quantum mechanics and quantum electrodynamics, Paul A. M. Dirac shared the 1933...

Thirty floral designs combine many accurately drawn flowers — tulip, iris, peony, rose, lily, daisy, zinnia, others — into beautiful bouquets...

As chief advisor to the emperor Nero, Lucius Annaeus Seneca was most influential in ancient Rome as a power behind the throne. His lasting...

This practical, up-to-date compilation of common terms includes the French word, its definition, a sentence in French to demonstrate proper...

Fascinating introduction to the world of single-celled organisms recounts the feeding, reproductive, and defensive strategies employed aby...

"You don't know about me, without you have read a book żeby the name of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, but that ain't no matter. That book...

Logical, developmental presentation includes all the necessary tools for speech and comprehension and features numerous shortcuts and timesavers....

Patterns for quickly worked "quiltlets" (about 16 inches by 20 inches): Drunkard's Path, Gwen's Tulip, London Stairs, more. Ideal doll bed...

1. Matrices 1.1 Definitions and Elementary Properties 1.2 Matrix Multiplication 1.3 Diagonal Matrices 1.4 Special Real Matrices 1.5 Special...

When Puccini was inspired to write Madama Butterfly, he was at the peak of his fame, idolized as the composer of three great operatic successes,...

Famed as "the father of public relations," Edward Bernays pioneered the technique of working to change attitudes rather than just selling...

Martin Gardner was a renowned author who published over 70 books on subjects from science and math to poetry and religion. He also had a...

Accounts of Thoreau's daily life on the shores of Walden Pond outside Concord, Massachusetts, are interwoven with musings on the virtues...

One of the founders of modern calligraphy, Edward Johnston regarded lettering, writing, and illuminating as not only desirable ends in themselves...

INTRODUCTION Synthesis and analysis The difference between static and dynamic symmetry Sources for the study of dynamic symmetryTHE DYNAMIC...

CHAPTER I-REFLECTION AND REFRACTION "Experiments illustrating reflection at single, double and multiple mirrors" "Principles of periscope,...

With a simple microscope and this book you can embark on 59 exciting adventures in the natural world — make discoveries about the structures...

1. Fundamental Principles of Statistical Mechanics2. Fluctuations, Noise, and Irreversible Thermodynamics3. Kinetic Methods and Transport...

This startling early autobiography takes Dali through his late 30s and "communicates the...total picture of himself (Dali) sets out to portray"...

The major American artist invented the concept of a wordless novel with this evocative, text-free "woodcut" narrative. Autobiographical...

The soul-searching book that inspired Gandhi to embrace the concept of passive resistance, Tolstoy's 1894 polemic clearly outlines a radical,...

Mandalas provide the background for 31 fanciful designs. Populated żeby dragonflies, daisies, seashells, and other motifs from nature, the...

Take an entertaining and educational tour of the four seasons and observe the many delightful mysteries of nature. Perfect for colourists...

An ancient form of meditative art, mandalas are complex circular designs that draw the eye toward their centers. This collection offers...

Features 32 works — among them "The Convent Threshold," "Up-hill," "Cousin Kate," "Winter: My Secret," "Maude Clare," and celebrated title...

Dot-to-dot enthusiasts, colorists, and dog lovers alike will lap up this collection of 31 puzzles. Each page features hundreds of dots that...

PrefaceChapter 1 The Propagation of Light1.1 Elementary Optical Phenomena and the Nature of Light1.2 Electrical Consants and the Speed of...

Classic of sea adventure conveys all the excitement of being the first man to sail around the world, alone, in a small boat. One of the...

In this, his most famous and influential work, Jung made a dramatic break with the Freudian psychoanalytic tradition.Rather than focusing...

These 31 original illustrations of lovingly furnished rooms and welcoming outdoor spaces detail everything from immaculate interiors of...

Images from early 20th century: kids and cats, witches and bats, apple dunking, fortune-telling, ghosts, pranks, and more.

Engraved in the 19th century, these flamboyant ornamental designs are based on a wide variety of historical examples, dating back as far...

Modern Science Made EasyBy one of the leading physicists of the twentieth century, George Gamow's One, Two, Three…Infinity is one of the...

Charming original illustrations re-create domestic architecture and interior design of a typical Victorian home. Exterior, front porch,...

Forty-six beautifully illustrated varieties of the "queen of flowers": hybrid teas, grandiflora, floribunda, climbers, miniatures, and historic...

This lavish collection contains elaborate wall murals with trompe-l'oeil effects; idealized damsels in rustic settings; and many other florid...

Forty important garden flowers — morning-glory, tulip, peony, daffodil, zinnia, dahlia, iris, petunia, delphinium, fox-glove, snapdragon,...

Book of the Damned, Lo!, Wild Talents, New Lands. Greatest compilation of data: flying saucers, strange disappearances, inexplicable data...

Thirty-one tranquil scenes capture the beauty of charming yet simple settings that will soothe your soul. From a sunset on the beach to...

Recipes for hundreds of tasty libations appear in this groundbreaking volume, originally published in 1862 and widely considered by drink...

In today's world, there are few animals that weigh in at a ton or more. But millions of years ago, massive creatures roamed the earth. This...

I. INTRODUCTIONII. DRAWINGIII. VISIONIV. LINE DRAWINGV. MASS DRAWINGVI. THE ACADEMIC AND CONVENTIONALVII. THE STUDY OF DRAWINGVIII. LINE...

Includes 26 Preludes: Op. 28, Nos. 1-24; Prelude in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 45; Prelude in A-flat Major. 27 Etudes: Op. 10, Nos. 1-12; Op. 25,...

244 representations, symbols, and manuscript pages of devils and death from Ancient Egypt to 1913. Fascinating graphics depict demons, witches,...

Preface to the Dover EditionIntroductionBibliography1. Basic Stuff2. Infinite Series3. Complex Algebra4. Differential Equations5. Fourier...

Add up the money in a wallet full of yen and follow a maze through the sights of Kyoto. These and dozens of other activities offer a fun-filled...

This text bridges the gap between beginning and advanced calculus. It offers a systematic development of the real number system and careful...

Profusely illustrated book żeby master of the subject offers complete course in transforming the study of anatomy into art. Each stage progresses...

Learning is fun with this entertaining and informative book about genetics. Forty-six illustrations are accompanied aby easy-to-read captions...

PREFACETABLE OF CONTENTSCHAPTER I INTRODUCTION§ 1. Historical background of non-equilibrium thermodynamics§ 2. Systematic development of...

Skillfully organized introductory text examines origin of differential equations, then defines basic terms and outlines the general solution...

Foreword; IntroductionI. Set Theory 1-9. The notation and terminology of set theory 10-16. Mappings 17-19. Equivalence relations 20-25....

Helpful introduction includes a basic list of necessary ingredients and equipment, cooking hints, and sample menus. Total of 60 recipes:...

Preface1 Energy Conservation?The First Law of Thermodynamics2 The Concept of Reversibility3 Heat Engines4 Power Plants5 The Second Law of...

1. Introduction 2. Degrees 3. Isomorphic Group 4. Trees 5. Connectivity 6. Traversability 7. Digraphs 8. Matchings and Factorization 9....

Twenty-eight full-page, ready-to-colour illustrations from one of the most beautiful books of the early Middle Ages depict Celtic spirals...

125 versatile, royalty-free designs adapted from ancient artwork: birds, human figures, mythological creatures, interwoven patterns, and...

Features 19 gems in the American short-story tradition, including "The Tell-Tale Heart" aby Edgar Allan Poe, "Bartleby" by Herman Melville,...

Pioneering work żeby the great modernist painter, considered żeby many to be the father of abstract art and a leader in the movement to...

A great way for beginning violinists to practice and build up their technique, this classic book of exercises has served generations of...

Thirty fantastic designs take steampunk styles into the wild. Full-page illustrations combine naturalistic settings with animals in complete...

Doré's engravings for The Rime are considered żeby many to be his greatest work. The full text is augmented żeby 38 plates of open seas,...

Dating from the eighth century and earlier, the Manyoshu is the oldest Japanese poetry anthology. The 1,000 poems chosen for this famous...

Internationally renowned author John Montroll has significantly increased the origami repertoire with his original designs. Best known as...

A wonderful collection of classic heirloom-quality patterns for tablecloths, bedspreads, doilies, edgings, and more. Complete list of materials...

Step-by-step instructions and 40 illustrations for making 20 beautiful projects: tablecloths, bedspreads, lingerie, pillows, and clothing....

Commonly referred to as "The Saxophone Bible," this volume is the trusted training method for aspiring and serious musicians. From how to...

CHAPTER I INTRODUCTORY REMARKS Symbolism in the sculptural representation of animals-India-Assyria-Egypt-Greece.CHAPTER II THE HORSE Natural...

Preface to the Dover EditionPreface to the First Edition1. Mathematics in General2. Motion without Movement3. Short Cuts in the Higher Arithmetic4....

Red CrossbillWhite-tailed DeerDestroying AngelDevil's BitFlowering DogwoodWood DuckRed ElmSilppery ElmFairy WandMarginal Shield FernRed...

This 1788 work, based on belief in the immortality of the soul and the existence of God, established Kant as a vindicator of the truth of...

Over 40 poems żeby Goethe, Schiller, Heine, Hölderlin, Brecht, and other masters. Full German text plus literal English translations on...

Absorbing, entertaining guide provides all the information needed to construct puppets and puppet theaters, including valuable advice on...

From a master storyteller of supernatural tales come 6 horror stories that launched the career of "psychic doctor" John Silence: "A Psychical...

This revolutionary work taught the world how to systematically distinguish between risk — randomness with knowable probabilities — and uncertainty...

Rich selection of 170 boldly executed black-and-white illustrations ranging from illustrations for Laclos' Les Liaisons Dangereuses and...

Great classical orchestrator provides fundamentals of tonal resonance, progression of parts, voice and orchestra, "tutti "effects, much...

IntroductionThe ArtistsErnst BarlachMax BeckmannHeinrich CampendonkLyonel FeiningerConrad FelixmüllerErich GoldblumErich HeckelKarl-Luis...

Classic work by great Victorian expresses his deepest convictions of the nature and role of architecture and its aesthetics. Authoritative...

For the many youngsters who love ballet (and love to colour): 29 scenes depicting classic costumes and characters from such popular ballets...

PrerequisitesChapter 1. Knots and Knot TypesChapter 2. The Fundamental GroupChapter 3. The Free GroupsChapter 4. Presentation of GroupsChapter...

Characterized by witty and satirical dialogue among "plain folks," these 4 comedy classics defined a new era in drama. The Country Wife...