The Rijksmuseum's collection of seventeenth-century Dutch drawings is one of the finest in the world. These two volumes contain all the drawings by masters born between 1580 and 1600, and give a kalei
Not long ago, the fate of a film or Broadway show rested in the hands of the critics. Producers and directors could be found in Sardis opening night waiting nervously for the reviews in the late editi
Offering nearly 175 recipes that reflect the many cultures of the Pacific Islands, this adventurous cookbook features low-fat, beautiful food emphasizing vegetables, fish, seafood, poultry, and pasta.
A definitive study of California's distinctive style of Impressionism. An introductory essay explores the movement's context, its sources abroad, the most influential exhibitions in America, and the c
Black Judges on Justice is the first book to present the views of leading African American judges on the way our judicial system works. From pioneers such as Leon Higginbotham and Constance Baker Motl
A lesbian romance in Europe in the aftermath of World War II between Bronia, a Polish refugee, and Pascale, an American soldier. Bronia dresses as a man and the troops think Pascale is having an affai
Essays describe the responses of the British Labour Party and socialist parties in Italy, Greece, Spain, France, Germany, and Eastern and Central Europe to the end of communism, and discuss their role
Discusses the development of television violence, and suggests that although it is not the main cause of crime, poor schools, inadequate government, and other social problems, it bears some responsibi
Brilliant color photographs and concise text chart Wright's entire career, beginning with his apprenticeship before the turn of the century and continuing through the Prairie period, his years in Japa
Argues that the Clinton administration bypassed established security checks to bring in unsuitable associates, and discusses later cases of possibly inappropriate behavior
In her first novel to appear in English, the late French writer offers a fictionalized account of her search for the truth behind the disappearance of her mother, a writer who was sent to Auschwitz wh
Mummy portraits, tomb sculptures, and jewelry representing ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses, powerful rulers, and ordinary laborers come alive in this illustrated book. Concise descriptions of each
Looks at the roots of this unusual artistic movement of the 1960s, some of the more famous pieces such as Smithson's Spiral Jetty and Pierce's Earthwoman , and numerous other pieces covering 30-plu
With over one thousand reviews of multicultural children's books and related materials, organized by theme and reading level, The New Press Guide to Multicultural Resources for Young Readers offers a
According to Spanish tradition, the bullfighter should never wear his costume outside the bullring. Published for the first time, the greatest stars of the corrida, resplendent in their elaborately em
Although originally trained as a painter, Shingu became interested in sculpture when he saw one of his shaped canvases turning softly in the wind. The work that followed relied on natural forces to ma
Understanding antiques requires knowledge of a specialized vocabulary that tells initiates what something is, where it came from, and when it was made. AntiqueSpeak provides this essential information
How has race determined the course of American history? From the Revolution to the New Deal, from the Civil War to the Second World War, race has been at the center of virtually every national turn
The progress in women's rights brought about by the feminist activism of the 1960s through the early 1980s is today confronted with a major political backlash. For Who's Afraid of Feminism?, editors A
This is the most comprehensive anthology of works and speeches by the statesman and political philosopher Edmund Burke (1729-1797). Peter J. Stanlis, professor of humanities emeritus at Rockford Colle
A diary written during the summer of 1945, when the future president was a twenty-eight-year-old reporter, shares Kennedy's insights into postwar Europe
An Introduction to the Metaphysics of St. Thomas Aquinas is an accessible Aquinas and a solid entry into his work. The format is manageable, and the scope, appropriately limited. James F. Anderson's
This delightful collection of recipes, featuring the freshest ingredients of the season, are from Fresco by Scotto, a popular Tuscan-style restaurant in New York City.Including some 125 recipes all of
Gathers photographs of people living in the United States and Europe, as well as victims of political unrest in Eastern Europe, Africa and the Far East
Discusses the development of television violence, and suggests that although it is not the main cause of crime, poor schools, inadequate government, and other social problems, it bears some responsibi
From the ancient cultures of the Middle East have sprung three of the world's major religions, outstanding accomplishments in literature and science, and seemingly never-ending conflict - compounded n
The only true and unedited telling of the life of Christ?his life and times, in historical context, but not lacking the psychology behind his physical being and spirit. Unlike other books seeking to s
A book-and-puzzle for young children allows youngsters to search--following such clues as a bit of an ear or the tip of a tail--for the mischievous cat that seems to get into everything.
Perhaps the most exciting team on the international fashion scene is the pairing of Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, whose highly original designs reflect their irony and sense of humor. 10 Years o
A collection of twelve stories about the zodiac presents a wide variety of Greek gods and goddesses, as well as heroes and heroines, including such myths as "Jason and the Argonauts," "Demeter and Per
A collection of folktales from all over the world--including "Demeter and Persephone" from ancient Greece, "Vasilia the Beautiful" from Russia, and "Naomi and Ruth" from the Bible--focuses on girls wh
In Existential Psychoanalysis, Sartre criticizes modern psychology in general, and Freud's determinism in particular. His often brilliant analysis of these areas and his proposals for their correction
Italy's most famous museum, the Uffizi in Florence, houses a spectacular collection of Renaissance art as well as works by later masters. In the sixteenth century the wealthy and powerful Medici famil
