The Skulpturensammlung und Museum fur Byzantinische Kunst is housed in the Bode-Museum, part of the ensemble of prestigious museums on the Museuminsel Berlin. Skulpturensammlung is one of the largest
*A guide to Frank Lloyd Wright's finest example of 'Usonian' architecture, intended to bring quality design to everyday American families in the post-Depression era*Lavish photography and lucid text b
Only book available on this extensive collection. Highlights the museum's strength in European paintings with works by Old Masters Rosselli, Tiepolo, and D rer; 18th and 19th-century artists including
Highlights from the diverse collections of Winchester College, which provide fascinating insights into the school's long history. Each entry has been written by a member of the school community, allow
Encourages dialogue on controversial issues affecting the fashion industry, global economy, environment, and popular culture Features contemporary film, installations, and performance art and an insig
When Helena Normanton was admitted to Middle Temple on 24 December 1919, she became the first woman to enter this traditional male preserve, setting in train a series of firsts for women in law which
Chester Cathedral was a monastic church of the Benedictine order for over 450 years before it was closed during Henry VIII's reformation of the Church in England, and immediately re-opened as the cath
Built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland's greatest chieftans, Cormack MacCarthy, Blarney Castle is one of Ireland's most visited monuments. Every year thousands flock to visit the ancient
Durham Cathedral is one of the great buildings of Europe. Set grandly on a rocky promontory next to Durham Castle, with the medieval city huddled below and the river sweeping around, the profile of th
An exciting addition to Scala's acclaimed 'Director's Choice' series Beautiful photography and engaging text throughout reveals the splendor of the Botanic Garden's collection, including majestic tree
This uniquely designed book presents the first survey of contemporary artist Toni Dove's pioneering work at the crossroads of performance, cinema, and virtual reality. Credited as one of the innovator
Incisive commentary illuminates complex works for all readers, whatever their previous engagement with contemporary art -The vast majority of the works featured are by living artists, giving the book
Latest volume (first in Canada) of Scala's successful series of walking guides. Invaluable companion to a museum whose focus is on an interactive experience. Guide to the world's first museum to be de
From the Norman Conquest to the present day, the story of Alnwick Castle and the Percy family has been woven into the fabric of British history. The castle represented the family's dominance in the no
