The first English-language collection of Iraqi fairy tales, this enchanting book teems with stories of demons, witches, ogres, and other creatures. Includes "The Fish That Laughed," "The Poor Girl and
Credited with influencing the philosophies of Nietzsche and Ayn Rand and the development of libertarianism and existentialism, this prophetic 1844 work challenges the very notion of a common good as t
These original patterns combine aspects of abstract design with natural elements for beautiful and strikingly unusual effects. They can be executed with either of the customary techniques, copper foil
One of Russell's most influential and interesting books reconciles the materialism of psychology with the antimaterialism of physics, drawing upon the writings of psychologists such as William James a
This convenient and inexpensive box set offers everything you need to learn the basics of Spanish ? fast! Compact and complete, it features: 2 Listen & Learn CDs, with practical phrases and senten
This is the history that introduced English-speaking people to the full meaning and tragedy of the French Revolution. Carlyle's scrupulous attention to facts and details, combined with his eloquent an
Here is a spectacular review of Art Deco fashion, starting with the innovative work of Paul Poiret and Georges Barbier and continuing with the dramatic designs of Sonia Delaunay, Jeanne Lanvin, Jeanne
A prominent Symbolist and a precursor to the Surrealists, Redon transformed common subjects into fantastic images, depicting serpents, skeletons, and monsters with a distinctive style of realism. This
Geared toward upper-level undergraduates, graduate students, and professionals, this text concerns the dynamics of atmospheric flight, with focus on airplane stability and control. An extensive set of
With the Eclogues, Virgil established his reputation as a major poet, and with the Georgics, he created a masterpiece of Latin poetry. The Eclogues unfolds in an idyllic landscape shadowed by thwarted
A definitive survey of the Olympic Games, from 776 B.C. to A.D. 261. Readers are introduced, with absorbing detail, to the games' events and their historical, social, and religious context. The author
Excellently framed and designed, with bold, receding arches, the open timber roofs of the medieval period featured massive moldings, carved timbers, and intricate tracery. Today, these roofs are recog
Thirty sleek "dream cars" for you to customize with color — from the elegant Rolls Royce Phantom to the Ford GT 2-door Coupe. Includes information on engine type, size, and power; top speed and accele
Easy-to-color pictures introduce youngsters to letters of the alphabet and many occupants of the natural world. They'll find that apples, artichokes, and alligators start with A and the zebra moth, zi
Clearly written and amply illustrated with 208 figures, this 1904 classic offers timeless instruction. Starting with simple and useful knots, the manual proceeds to more complex varieties: eye knots,
Rich and representative collection of 43 tales and poems brimming with leprechauns, fairies, and other mythical creatures. Includes "The Stolen Child," by William Butler Yeats, "The Ninepenny Fidil,"
This 3rd volume in the series History of the Theory of Numbers presents material related to Quadratic and Higher Forms. Volume III is mainly concerned with general theories rather than with special pr
Colorists with a fondness for these high-spirited animals will be delighted with John Green's accurate renderings of 30 different equine breeds, among them showhorses such as the Andalusian and Missou
One of the most delightful and witty Russian operas, The Love of Three Oranges was composed by Prokofiev in 1919 and first performed at the Chicago Opera House with Prokofiev conducting in 1921. This
Authentic and complete, this presentation by one of the master teacher's devoted students explains the principles and techniques of the Leschetizky Method with numerous illustrations, exercises, and e
With these two popular ballets, El Amor Brujo ("Love, the Magician") and El Sombrero de Tres Picos ("The Three-Cornered Hat"), Falla brought the world's attention to the music of Spain. The composer h
Children who like to color and play with paper dolls will be doubly delighted with this collection. Figures of two girls growing up in the early 1900s — along with their adorable, vintage wardrobes —
Among the first art instruction books to provide students with lessons and instructions on how to draw perspective outlines, this classic reference clearly demonstrates the principles of light and sha
Pater's graceful essays discuss the achievements of Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and other artists. The book concludes with an uncompromising advocacy of hedonism, urging readers to experience
This classic of Catskill lore, enhanced with lovely watercolors, established the reputation of Arthur Rackham, and today the images are recognized as among the artist's best works. Sure to enchant art
Dazzling tribute to the blond bombshell features a costumed figure of the sultry stage and movie comedienne, along with sizzling outfits from She Done Him Wrong, I’m No Angel, and many more of her fil
Roll out the red carpet for these lovely ladies of the stage and screen in their roles as award winners, presenters, and nominees. Two costumed celebrity dolls plus 29 additional costumes (with famous
With words both wise and droll ? along with his inimitable line drawings ? Sloane re-creates the flavor of the country store in all its delightful moods: as a meetinghouse, a public forum, and an ent
The editor--who had a personal relationship with Gandhi, recounted in his introduction--selected the writings of the Indian independence activist and philosopher of nonviolence based on the tri-fold c
This fine and versatile introduction to non-Euclidean geometry is appropriate for both high-school and college classes. It begins with the theorems common to Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometry, and
This is a reprint of a 1929 book in which architect and draftsman Ferriss presented his vision of the city of the future (based on New York City) with dramatic and powerful drawings. His buildings app
With more than 400 accurate black-and-white renderings of 310 species from around the world, this collection will appeal to designers and craftspeople as well as to nature enthusiasts. Includes the An
This work is the principal repository of da Vinci's practical thoughts on the technique of drawing and painting. It begins with precise instructions on drawing the human body and then moves on to tech
Profusely illustrated discussions offer details of dungeons, keeps, battlements, and drawbridges, along with uses of artillery, trenches, battering rams, mines, and the long-bow. "Will enthrall anyone
This anthology celebrates the wit and imaginative creativity of the Elizabethan poets with a generous selection of their graceful and sophisticated verse. Highlights include sonnets from Shakespeare,
In the late 1950s and early 1960s, Frank (1884-1966) saw a conflict in the US between people who wanted to spur scientific teaching and research to keep up with the Communists, and those who wanted to
Sixteen action-packed scenes take colorists on a maritime adventure with swashbuckling pirates sporting eye patches, pistols, and swords. To bring this motley crew to life, color the pictures with cra
Brilliantly conceived floral and foliated designs by foremost English architect and designer of the early 19th century are depicted with unmatched delicacy and sophistication. The images are easily ad
This graduate-level text examines scattering processes and formal scattering theory, the two-body problem with central forces, scattering by noncentral forces, lifetime and decay of virtual states,&n
Abundantly illustrated, simply written classic by a master storyteller acquaints youngsters with the habits and characteristics of four-footed animals. Porcupines, field mice, squirrels, coyotes, and
