In this portrait of the flamboyant Milanese courtier Francesco Filelfo (1398-1481), Diana Robin reveals a fifteenth-century humanism different from the cool, elegant classicism of Medicean Florence an
Whether determining the style of its embassies or the design of overseas cemeteries for Americans killed in battle, the U.S. government in its rise to global leadership greatly valued architectural sy
In this portrait of the flamboyant Milanese courtier Francesco Filelfo (1398-1481), Diana Robin reveals a fifteenth-century humanism different from the cool, elegant classicism of Medicean Florence an
Whether determining the style of its embassies or the design of overseas cemeteries for Americans killed in battle, the U.S. government in its rise to global leadership greatly valued architectural sy
"The business leader's guide to creating a great workplace from the Great Place to Work(r) Institute. In this follow-up guide to The Great Workplace, experts from Great Place to Work(r) Institute, Inc
This volume demonstrates how archaeological data viewed through the lens of gender studies can lead researchers to question and reformulate current models of household organization, subsistence and cr
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The castle is the symbol of an entire era: the Middle Ages. Discover how towers and city walls were built, the different stages of a siege and what foods were eaten during a banquet. Construct the 3D
Age-old temples, fascinating myths and legendary battles: learn all about ancient Greece and its incredible civilisation by reading this fact-filled and interesting book.
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Pierre returns to guide readers on another journey. This time he’ll be explaining the fascinating world of engineering and its many branches. Readers learn all about engineering through the interestin
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Welcome to the jungle, a place of towering trees and dense bush crawling with life: the jungle is a fantastic ecosystem waiting to be discovered! Learn about the natural habitat with the greatest biod
Pirates, privateers, freebooters, buccaneers: the marauders of the sea, aboard their boats, have been sailing the ocean waves for thousands of years. Discover the secrets of life aboard a pirate ship,
The United Kingdom is a fascinating place to explore, from the lively capital of London to the archaeological sites, exciting cities, endless moors and gorgeous landscapes that have ispired poets and
