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  History In the Making -...

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  Embark on a captivating journey through the history and evolution of architecture with this comprehensive course. Explore architectural styles from ancient to modern times and understand their impact on our world. Gain insights into urban planning and sustainable architecture, enhancing your appreciation of the built environment.
   
  Course Highlights:- Architectural History: Trace the evolution of architecture from early structures to Greek and Roman influences, through Gothic, Romanesque, and Renaissance styles. Explore the intricate designs of Baroque and Rococo, the simplicity of Neoclassicism, and the innovation of modern architecture.- Urban Planning: Learn about the foundational principles of city design, the Garden Cities Movement, and contemporary trends and challenges. Explore the significant impact of the Industrial Revolution on urban planning and the implications for modern cities.- Sustainability and Globalization: Understand the impact of globalization and sustainable practices on architecture and urban planning today.- Future Concepts: Discover emerging technologies and concepts shaping the future of cities and buildings, equipping you with the skills to appreciate and contribute to the evolving architectural landscape.
   
  By the course's end, you'll have a well-rounded understanding of architectural history, urban planning, and contemporary challenges, empowering you to appreciate and influence the built environment.

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  Piano Scales FOR KIDS - A...

  Jessica Gilbert

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  Children have a unique ability to assimilate new information at an impressive rate. In other words, they can learn new things quickly, creating a need for constant knowledge. It is the goal of this book to provide such knowledge as it relates to piano Scales. It is a comprehensive guide for kids and gives an in-depth look into the world of music and, more specifically, into the world of piano scales. Learning piano scales is an important step for any pianist, whether young or old. However, the nature of this book is targeted toward the minds of children, and as such, it is simplified to the point of easy understanding. We understand the need for children to consume knowledge and for said knowledge to be broken down into digestible bits of information. Because of this, the lessons in this book focus on a beginner’s perspective and teach complex topics in simple ways. 
  This book will cover the concept of piano scales and their relevance to music in general. It will explain the types of piano scales and how to read them and use them to make impactful music. It will also dive into the mind of a proper pianist and share the tips needed to succeed as one. Finally, it will cover music terminologies that are relevant and related to piano scales. 
  By the end of this book, the reader will have gained active and practicable knowledge about piano scales. They would have learned to connect with their pianos on a deeper level which will, in turn, C 2 help them create and play music that resonates with others on a deeper level. The knowledge shared in this book will be a stepping stone that brings children close to their dreams of being successful pianists by providing simple guidelines to help them learn the piano scales.

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  Alex Code Mission (English) - A...

  Pabitra Adhikary

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  A collection of science fiction stories.

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  Wild Isles: The book of the BBC...

  Patrick Barkham, Alastair...

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  This beautifully illustrated overview of the wildlife of the British Isles showcases the diversity of our plant and animal life. 
  Wild Isles is a celebration of the wildlife found on a relatively modest collection of islands positioned at a latitude so northerly to be unattractive to many animals and plants. Despite these unpromising foundations, the islands of Britain and Ireland, together with more than 6,000 lesser islets that make up our archipelago, contain some of the most diverse, beautiful and wildlife-rich landscapes and seas on our planet. 
  This book will explore the fascinating relationships within and between species who make their home on our beautiful isles. 
  Each chapter focuses on a particular kind of wild space. Britain and Ireland are dominated by a wide variety of grasslands from lowland water meadows to upland moors, and we will see how these human-shaped, semi-natural landscapes thrum with insect, bird and mammal life. Life requires water to flourish, and streams and rivers carry freshwater through our landscape, creating unique ecosystems and interrelations within and beside these waters, which are revealed in a third section. While Britain and Ireland’s woodlands are comparatively thin on the ground compared with most of continental Europe, we will see some of the forests and trees that remain are unusually ancient and, great repositories of life. Finally, of course, we are surrounded by sea, and our position on the continental shelf before it plunges into the depths of the Atlantic Ocean gives rise to an often overlooked plenty of marine life. A glorious richness divided into five breathtaking sections. 
  In Wild Isles, the latest Sunday Times bestselling book by Patrick Barkham, the beauty and diversity of nature in the British Isles are brought to life. Through stunning photography and engaging narrative, Barkham explores the various habitats and the intricate ecology that defines them. 
  For fans of Martin Stevens (Sensory Ecology, Behaviour, and Evolution), Jonnie Hughes (Earthshot), Josh Young (Expedition Deep Ocean), Matt Kaplan (The Science of Monsters), and Nigel Henbest (Philip's Stargazing 2024 Month-by-Month Guide to the Night Sky Britain & Ireland). 
  HarperCollins 2023

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  The Art of War

  Sun Tzu

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  "Sun Tzu on the Art of War: The Oldest Military Treatise in the World" is a classic military text attributed to the ancient Chinese general and strategist Sun Tzu, written in the 5th century BC. This work is often considered one of the foundational texts in military philosophy and strategy. The book emphasizes the importance of strategy over sheer force in warfare, offering insights into planning, tactical maneuvers, and the psychological aspects of conflict, which are relevant for both military leaders and modern strategists. 
  At the beginning of this treatise, readers are introduced to fundamental concepts that shape Sun Tzu's principles of warfare. The opening section highlights the critical importance of understanding the nature of warfare, emphasizing that it is a matter of life and death for the state. Sun Tzu identifies five constant factors that must be considered in military planning: the moral law, heaven (weather), earth (terrain), the commander, and method and discipline. He advocates for strategic planning and adaptability, arguing that victory depends on effectively understanding and applying these elements in command situations. 
  The text also introduces the famous principle that "All warfare is based on deception," establishing a framework for tactical thought that resonates throughout the subsequent chapters.

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  Mahabharata

  Miriam Fernandes, Ravi Jain

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  Winner of 2025 Toronto Theatre Critics’ Awards Best New Canadian Work 
  Winner of 2025 Toronto Theatre Critics’  Awards Best Production of a Play 
  Winner of 2025 Toronto Theatre Critics’  Awards Best Sound Design and Music of a Play or MusicalA contemporary dramatic take on a 4,000-year-old Sanskrit epic that is foundational to Indian culture.  
  Why Not Theatre’s large-scale, once-in-a-generation retelling of Mahabharata brings together a cast of performers entirely from the South Asian diaspora, blending cultures and art forms in a spectacular production at the Shaw Festival and the Barbican Theatre in London. Over two parts (Karma and Dharma) and a communal meal (Khana), this translation and adaptation of Mahabharata spans generations and takes audiences into the hearts and minds of some of the most complex and enduring characters ever created.  
  With warring families and devious revenge plots, Mahabharata tells the story of an ancient feud with philosophical and spiritual questions that are no less urgent today. In times of division, how do we find wholeness? Are we destined to repeat the mistakes of our ancestors? And how can we build a new world when we have nearly destroyed this one?  
  Contains the full text of the play along with materials opening up the behind-the-scenes world of the production, including interviews with the creators, background and context about the source material, production photographs, a Mahabharata family tree, and glossary. 
  "Ravi Jain and Miriam Fernandes’s contemporary take on the Mahabharata is one of the most beautiful emotional journeys I have had the privilege to witness. It is inspiring, mind broadening, and speaks to all the senses. It even brings you back to the origins of theatre itself, when people would gather in the quarries around a bonfire to tell stories. With their tasteful use of technology, dance, and opera, the 4,000-year-old Sanskrit poem comes to life and feels more universal than ever. A captivating theatre experience, from the first flame to the last pixel." – Robert Lepage 
  "In their stunning rendition of the great Indian epic Mahabharata, Ravi Jain and Miriam Fernandes brilliantly reverse the whole concept of what Bertolt Brecht famously advised theatre directors: to make the familiar, unfamiliar. Jain and Fernandes have turned the unfamiliar into the familiar. The 4,000-year-old saga most Indians grew up with is made accessible to a contemporary audience the world over. No mean feat.
    ‘The play, true to its source, crosses all boundaries of culture, class, and geography. Its timeless storytelling and evocative stage design is transformed into a saga for the world, with its fundamental emotions of human nature – power, hate, jealousy, greed, and lust. To be gob-smacked by this innovation would be an understatement. Immerse yourself in this take on the Mahabharata and travel with it in time into the past, present, and future of humanity." – Deepa Mehta

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