How-to book shows youngsters and beginning artists of all ages a simple way to draw portraits of 30 amazing inhabitants from a magical world. Step-by-step illustrations incorporating circles, ovals,
The first descriptive treatise of modern bee management. In a reader-friendly, enthusiastic style, Langstroth addresses every aspect of beekeeping: bee physiology; diseases and enemies of bees; the l
This compact compilation of Falla's all-time favorites for piano is headed by the world-famous "Ritual Fire Dance" from the theater piece El amor brujo ("Love, the sorcerer"). This volume also include
Evil creatures, magical feats, and adventure abound in this classic archive of 6 ancient tales. A captivating recounting for youngsters by one of America's greatest writers. "The Gorgon's Head," "The
A classic of American scientific literature, this is the first textbook of modern oceanography. The author's system of recording oceanographic data was adopted worldwide, and this book remains ever-v
Over 60 designs depict wizards, fairies, winged horses, frog princes, multi-headed beasts, and other bizarre figures-all easily adaptable for embroidery work, painting nursery furniture and walls, and
A Study in Scarlet brings Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson together for the first time, creating one of the most illustrious crime-solving partnerships of all times. In The Sign of Four, an incredi
51 original puzzles include complex crosswords, a collection of amusing stories with a series of clues that lead to a single solution at the end, and an advanced series of math and logic puzzles R
Cecchetti (1850-1928) performed and taught in Russia and with Diaghilev's troupe. Assisted by of one of Cecchetti's star pupils, Stanislas Idzikowski, Cyril Beaumont codified Cecchetti's program for
Fitzroy Richard Somerset, Baron Raglan (b. 1885) argues that old stories do not necessarily, indeed rarely if ever, record what modern readers would consider history. They had no interest in history,
For busy commercial artists and do-it-yourselfers: hundreds of engaging, business-related cuts from rare publications include royalty-free images dramatizing industry, construction, transportation, he
Presents an array of thoroughly annotated b&w wood engraving illustrations that appeared in the two main illustrated weekly newspapers ( Harper's Weekly and Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper
This edition of two masterpieces of Plato's later period features extensive ongoing commentaries by Cornford that provide helpful background information and valuable insights. The Theaetetus offers a
A superb treasury of decorative wrought iron, this well-illustrated volume presents an informative survey of the ancient craft's practice throughout England. Its history can be traced simply by admiri
Glittering keyboard displays, surging emotional appeal, and a grand heroic manner characterize these popular late-19th-century works by the man once considered the preeminent American composer ? calle
A number of geometric constructions are impossible to complete with just a ruler and a compass. This book discusses the most famous of these "impossible" constructions. Part I explores ground rules, h
The epic story of the prince Rama and the epic of the Bharatas, two ancient works in Sanskrit, are presented in condensed form with helpful introductions to each chapter and an epilogue to each epic b
An expert in myth and religion, the author spent over a quarter-century assembling this study of the cults, rites, and myths of antiquity. Frazer's definitions of "magic," "religion," and "scie
Master storyteller Robert Louis Stevenson possessed remarkable powers of invention, particularly in the genres of horror and the supernatural. His compelling 1866 novel recounts the experiences of a p
Magnificent study by expert on age-old craft provides a spirited overview. 140 illustrations include grilles, doors, and gates; stair railings and balustrades; small handles, hinges, door-knockers, an
At the end of the 13th century, the oppressed Scots rebelled against England under the leadership of William Wallace and Robert Bruce. This gripping tale of courage, loyalty, and ingenuity takes reade
Over 100 ingeniously constructed designs form dazzling optical illusions and geometric shapes, offering ample opportunities for imaginative and inventive coloring. This compilation consists of 4 volu
Sociologist Sumner (1840-1910) says he coined the term folkways based on similar terms in the profession, and used it in this textbook as a framework to discuss mores traditions and practices with a j
Originally published in 1878, this now-rare collection of designs supplies views of a remarkable variety of modestly priced structures: houses, villas, cottages, many others. Handsome drawings of pers
This is a reprint of a work originally published in 1963 (Pergamon Press). Aimed at advanced undergraduate and graduate students in physics and chemistry programs, this text presents an introduction t
Physical, chemical processes in gases at high temperatures are focus of outstanding text, which combines material from gas dynamics, shock-wave theory, thermodynamics and statistical physics, other f
This text takes readers through the mathematics of impact theory and gives examples of reactions of material to rapidly applied stress. After a brief introduction to the nature of physical impact, the
Compilation includes Sonata No. 1 in D minor, Op. 28; three character pieces: Melodie, Op. 3, No. 3; Polichinelle, Op. 3, No. 4; and Nocturne in A minor, Op. 10, No.1; plus Six Moments Musicaux, Op. 1
A handsome collection of full-color vignettes, lovingly culled from rare 19th- and early-20th-century chromolithographs. Exquisite, royalty-free, full-color illustrations of sailors, ships, rowboats,
Thirty musical arrangements by noted African-American tenor recall biblical events in such well-known tunes as Deep River, Dry Bones, Steal Away, and Were You There? Perceptively written introduction
More than 300 dazzling illustrations of dowagers and debutantes, soldiers and sailors, mandarins and Indians, and gentlemen of every description sporting top hats, powdered wigs, and other regalia. Ro
Lyrical transmutations of Norwegian folk songs enliven these 6 orchestral works: title suite (Op. 40), plus Two Elegaic Melodies, Op. 34; Old Norwegian Romances with Variations, Op. 51; Two Melodies,
Selected from the works of American, British, and French writers, 21 rare and seldom-anthologized stories include "A Bottomless Grave" by Ambrose Bierce, "The Ship that Saw a Ghost" by Frank Norris,
Seventeen of the author's best tales, compiled for the first time in one volume, range from comic ghost stories ("Haunted Subalterns") to psychological terror ("The Wandering Jew") and chilling accoun
Classic 1901 guide to cutting ladies' tailor-made clothing includes patterns and detailed instructions for creating over 60 garments and parts of wearing apparel: leg-o-mutton sleeves, broad collars,
Thirtybeguiling stories of sprites, wraiths, and specters include "Maurice Griffin and the Fairy Doctor," "The Ghost of Sneem," "Tom Moore and the Seal Woman," "The Blood-Drawing Ghost," and ma
Vivid, classic retellings of the myths of Greece and Rome, along with stories of the Norse gods and heroes. Zeus and Hera, Apollo, Jason and the golden fleece, the wanderings of Ulysses and Aeneas, th
Handy official guide explains functions of the Patent and Trademark Office, describes a patent, defines such terms as "patent pending" and "patent applied for," discusses patent law, explains what ca
This classic, painstakingly researched compilation of music information analyzes nearly 1,000 of the world's most familiar melodies, tracing them back to their original printed sources. Features the c
