Material Synthesis: Fusing the Physical and the Computational Guest-edited by Achim MengesA new understanding of the material in architecture is fast emerging. Designers are no longer conceiving of th
The production of architecture, both intellectually and physically, is on the brink of a fundamental change. Computational design enables architects to integrate ever more multifaceted and complex des
The current transition from Computer Aided Design (CAD) to Computational Design in architecture represents a profound shift in design thinking and methods. Representation is being replaced by simulati
The current transition from Computer Aided Design (CAD) to Computational Design in architecture represents a profound shift in design thinking and methods. Representation is being replaced by simulati
Each year, hundreds of academics begin new faculty appointments. Some are just launching new careers, while others are advancing to new campuses. As faculty members and their institutions struggle to
An excellent book for faculty who regard teaching as more than a set of techniques. Menges and Weimer focus on connecting teaching with student learning, and they help faculty develop a systematic inq
A galleon of 8 glow-in-the-dark tattoos include infamous symbols of the cutlass-wielding rovers of the high seas: swords, skulls, and coveted pirate booty! Includes application and removal instruction
Lavish compilation presents more than 500 full-color illustrations by Walter Crane, Howard Pyle, Arthur Rackham, N. C. Wyeth, and many others. Biographical comments and career notes accompany several
Everything old is new again with the wildly imaginative graphics inspired by steampunk's mixture of antique and modern styles. Four colorful, easy-to-apply (and remove) tattoos depict a variety of ste
This volume showcases more than 100 illustrations published with the works of the English language's greatest dramatist. Arranged by play, the full-color images exhibit the rich diversity of artistic
You'll journey into a thrilling, mysterious world when you color these artistic renderings of creatures of ancient mythology. Sixteen dramatic illustrations include a dragon and a sea serpent, the sin
Best known for his illustrations from Andrew Lang's 12-volume series of "Color" fairy books, H. J. Ford also depicted historical figures from the Middle Ages through the 18th century. This collection
Enter a gallery of classic monsters for frightfully good fun! This thrilling showcase of terrifying creatures features 16 splendid stained glass images that range from the bloodthirsty Vampire and the
Eight full-color tattoos include infamous symbols of the cutlass-wielding rovers of the high seas: swords, skulls, and coveted pirate booty! Includes application and removal instructions.
Inspired by the compelling works of the influential author come more than 100 choice illustrations. Brilliant color and crisp black-and-white images include scenes from "The Raven," "The Pit and the P
Avast! The quest for pirate pictures ends with this tremendous treasury! This unique pictorial archive offers 190 images of high-seas exploits — 60 in color and 130 in black-and-white. They range from
Spritely revelers, gossamer-winged creatures, and fantastic goblins mingle with exquisitely rendered birds, flowers, and insects in this enchanting collection by top Victorian-era artists. Scores of d
Jewels of the night sky glow in the dark! You'll become a night sky traveler in your own room when these stickers start to shine! Twelve glow-in-the-dark images of a spiral galaxy, a comet, an asteroi
Exciting coloring book introduces colorists to the ancient legends and exploits of Nordic deities. Fourteen large illustrations, with text on facing pages, describe the feats of Odin, the Father of t
Under the title 'Information, Inference and Decision' this volume in the Theory and Decision Library presents some papers on issues from the borderland of statistical inference philosophy and epistemo
The Victorians were enthralled by fairies and angels, and their fascination with benevolent spirits is reflected in their art. These full-color paintings from the 19th- and early-20th centuries featur
Nearly 150 beguiling images — dozens of them in full color — include Rhine maidens and sea fairies along with scores of mermaids. Sources for this unique collection include Victorian and Pre-Raphaelit
Selected from rare historical sources that date from 1870 to 1930, 243 magical black-and-white images celebrate the most legendary names from the Golden Age of Illustration, including Rackham, Pogany,
Every generation rediscovers the ageless tales from Arthurian myth. This superb collection of 130 color and black-and-white illustrations presents unique interpretations of medieval times and the chiv
This sumptuous gallery gathers breathtaking artwork from rare early editions of such popular tales as "Sleeping Beauty," "Cinderella," and "The Snow Queen." More than 180 elegant images — most in full
This original collection features works inspired by traditional tales of Sinbad, Aladdin, Ali Baba, and other exotic characters. Spanning artwork from the 1860s to the 1920s, it includes more than 185
A guide to surfing offers information on the origins of the sport, essential equipment, techniques, and the best surfing locations in the United States, Hawaii, Australia, and Europe.
The great Victorian illustrator is at his most radiant in this beguiling collection of otherworldly illustrations from magazines, periodicals, and novels such as Milton's Comus and Hawthorne's Wonder
A giant in the field of illustration and children's books, Pyle (1853-1911) published some 3,300 dynamic illustrations during his 35-year-long career and influenced countless students. This volume fea
One of the most popular of Victorian-era painters, John W. Waterhouse (1849-1917) blended reality and fantasy, combining classical mythology and European legend in his dramatic portraits of wistful, l
This lovely collection of cards celebrates the beauty of one of the art world's most popular subjects?the classic female nude. A timeless object of interest among artists for thousands of years, the f
Filled with dreamlike images that explored mysticism, mythology, and metaphysics, Symbolist works of art emerged from Romantic traditions. This collection of masterworks in miniature features haunting
These 55 masterworks by one of the most influential — and most prolific — illustrators of children's books during the early 20th century include exquisite images for "The Sleeping Beauty,
