Editorial: Imagination Books
Cape Town Beauty Through Watercolors A wonderful collection of watercolor paintings of this beautiful city, showcasing the sublime and amazing sites through the beauty of the brush stroke...Get it now!
Housed in the Hermitage Museum along with other institutes, libraries, and museums in Russia and the republics of the former Soviet Union are some of the most magnif icent treasures of Persian Art. For the most part, many of these works have been lost, but have been catalogued and published here for the first time with an unsurpassed selection of colour plates. In a comprehensive introduction, Vladimir Loukonine, Director of the Oriental Art section of the Hermitage Museum, and his colleague Anatoli Ivanov have broadly documented the major developments of Persian Art: from the first signs of civilisation on the plains of Iran around the 10th-century BCE through the early 20thcentury. Persian Art demonstrates a common theme which runs through the art of the region over the past three millennia. Despite many religious and political upheavals, Persian Art – whether in its architecture, sculpture, frescoes, miniatures, porcelain, fabrics, or rugs; whether in the work of the humble craftsmen or the high art of court painters – displays the delicate touch and subtle refinement which has had a profound influence on art throughout the world.Ver libro
A grotesque and hilarious satire about the American dream, suburban living, and the corrupting influence of power, set in a world that could only have sprung from the unhinged and brilliant mind of John Waters. Listen as Waters himself acts out each role!On the verge of a suburban mental health crisis, frazzled and wildly unstable housewife Peggy (immortalized by Mink Stole on-screen) runs away from home with her maid and partner in crime, Grizelda (played with spectacular gumption by the sizzling Jean Hill), only to end up in Mortville, a shantytown filled with society’s rejects. Mortville is run by the evil Queen Carlotta, who parades through the cardboard streets taunting and terrorizing her subjects.John Waters’s wild and visionary fable lampoons everything from the staid conservatism of the American dream to race and class relations. The New York Times ranked Desperate Living at “the highest peak atop [John Waters’] trash heap of a filmography.” High praise indeed!A Macmillan Audio production from Farrar, Straus and GirouxVer libro
Documents discovered recently in the hidden backrooms of St Petersburg’s Ethnological Museum have proved to be of sensational importance. The contents are published for the very first time in this work. Representing photos and descriptions of art and sculpture, of everyday utensils and everyday activities, all dating from the beginning of the twentieth century, these are the archives of ethnic groups in Siberia who for the most part have fougth tenaciously to maintain their historical traditions. The authors brilliantly convey their enthusiastic admiration for the peoples who have so successfully and for so long contended against both hostile environment and political dominance.Ver libro
The ultimate photographic collection of the most historic trees on the planet. Uncover remarkable trees from around the world, many of which have borne witness to key moments in history or reached a scale and age that have allowed them to become a part of history themselves. “[A] rich history … it contains some of the most extraordinary tales of trees through time” — The Sunday Post First meet 'Methuselah’, a bristlecone pine in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, believed to be 4,900 years old. Learn about trees which have inspired great events, such as the Isaac Newton apple tree in Lincolnshire, where the famous scientist observed an apple falling from a tree (which still stands in the family garden). Other flora has withstood historic events such as in Japan, where the Hibaku jumoku still grows as a survivor tree from the Hiroshima bombing and the 9/11 Survivor Tree in New York City. Many trees continue to inspire our world today including the long avenue of beech trees in Northern Ireland known as the Dark Hedges which Game of Thrones fans will instantly recognise as the road to Kings Landing, the Robin Hood’s oak in the Sherwood Forest or the J. R. R. Tolkien trees in Avebury, which inspired the Ents in The Lord of the Rings. Rest a while beside the oldest trunks and witness the enthralling stories nestled within the branches of these gentle giants. For fans of Gene Stone (Animalkind), Scott Christianson (Fatal Airs), Valentina D'Efilippo (The Brain), Simon Sebag Montefiore (Stalin), and Nigel Farndale (Haw-Haw).Ver libro
Discover Hidden Aspects of Rome: How Ancient Leaders Influenced Today Are you eager to enhance your leadership skills and gain deep insights from ancient Roman rulers? Looking for a comprehensive resource to uncover the timeless lessons of Rome and their relevance for modern leadership? Your search ends here! This audiobook serves as the ultimate companion for expanding your knowledge, applying timeless strategies, and engaging in reflective exercises. Equip yourself for leadership success. Key features of this enlightening audiobook: - Profound insights into lessons from Roman leaders - Detailed analysis of the impact of ancient governance on today - Effective strategies for applying these ancient principles Our audiobook stands out with its in-depth exploration, essential for deriving valuable lessons from history. Concepts are explored thoroughly and with precision. Please note that this audiobook is an independent exploration and not affiliated with any formal entity. Crafted with clear structure and straightforward language, our guide ensures smooth transitions between topics. Forget dense jargon and embrace clear, precise, and historically accurate content. So, why wait? Click BUY NOW, secure your copy, and begin your journey to applying Rome’s ancient wisdom today!Ver libro
Oasis Audio has gone into the vaults and dusted off the very earliest form of audio book, old time radio shows, for our listeners. Introduced episode by episode by Jim Engel, old time radio authority and board member of the Museum of Broadcast Communications in Chicago, this series of classic radio shows is sure to have something for everyone. Celebrity casts and top-notch writers made the 1920s through the early 1950s, the golden era of radio. The series features seven exciting themes with 100 episodes in each. That is 700 classic radio programs in all. Greatest Western Shows Hit the dusty trails with the Cisco Kid, Luke Slaughter, Hopalong Cassidy, Roy Rogers, Tales of the Texas Rangers, Wild Bill Hickok. Follow the original Matt Dillon’s exploits on Gunsmoke, and enjoy the Tales of the Texas Rangers in these great adventures of the old west. 100 great Western classics in ten volumes. Volume 6 Gunsmoke 08-27-55 Doc QuitsGunsmoke 09-16-56 Thick N ThinGunsmoke 09-23-56 Box O RocksHave Gun, Will Travel 6-19-60 Too Too Solid Town with John DehnerHave Gun, Will Travel 6-26-60 Doctor from Vienna with John DehnerHave Gun, Will Travel 7-3-60 Dad-Blamed Luck with John DehnerHave Gun, Will Travel 7-10-60 Five Days to Yuma with John DehnerHave Gun, Will Travel 7-17-60 Little Guns with John DehnerHave Gun, Will Travel 7-24-60 Delta Queen with John DehnerHave Gun, Will Travel 7-31-60 My Son Must Die with John DehnerVer libro
