This title features step-by-step projects for building beautiful, classic American furniture, for every room of the house. Based on the successful and best-selling "Time-Life" series. Woodworkers and furniture enthusiasts alike have long loved the practical, durable and attractive style of classic American furniture and this collection of projects are suitable to grace all home interiors, from traditional layouts to more contemporary arrangements. With step-by-step instructions, each project is accompanied by detailed shop drawings that break down component parts into a manageable assemblage.
This beautifully illustrated book reveals the sharp pleats, high collars, gleaming pastes, colourful beads, elaborate buttons and intricate lacework that make up some of the garments in the Victoria and Albert Museum’s extensive fashion collection. With an expertly written text by one of the museum’s fashion curators and exquisite colour photography of garment details, complemented by line drawings and photographs, the reader has the unique opportunity to examine up close historical clothing that is often too fragile to be on display. It is an inspirational resource for students, collectors, designers and anyone who is fascinated by fashion and costume. This new edition features an updated design, fresh content and new research, and an introduction that focuses on the makers and processes involved in producing 18th-century fashion.Table of Contents1. Pleats, Gathers and Looped Drapery • 2. Collars, Cuffs and Pockets • 3. Stitchingand Quilting • 4. Lace and Whitework • 5. Embroidery • 6. Pastes, Foils and Beads •7. Chintz and Painting • 8. Pinking and Punching • 9. Fringes, Ribbons, Tassels andButtons • 10. Fur, Feathers and Straw
(Piano Collection). Contents: Sonata K.300d * Sonata K.457 * Sonata K.547a * Sonata K.576 * Sonata in A K.300i * Sonata in B Flat K.498a * Sonata in C K.300h * Sonata in D K.284c * Sonata in D K.475 * Sonata in E Flat K.189g.
These rediscovered Photochrom and Photostint postcard images from the private collection of Marc Walter were produced by the Detroit Photographic Company between 1888 and 1924. Using a photolithographic process that predated the autochrome by nearly 20
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 56, Publishers: Suzeteo Enterprises, Author: Ingersoll Lockwood, ISBN-13: 9781645940470, Date of issue: 2020
Ingersoll Lockwood's two books, Baron Trump's Marvellous Underground Journey & 1900; Or, The Last President, have seen a resurgence in interest since Donald Trump's election to President of the United States in 2016. Both books were written before the turn
Die Geschichte eines ungeheuren Jahres der internationale Bestseller jetzt im handlichen Taschenformat!§§"Ich konnte nicht mehr aufhören zu lesen Illies' Geschichten sind einfach großartig."§§Ferdinand von Schirach§§Florian Illies entfaltet virtuos ein historisches Panorama des Jahres, in dem unsere Gegenwart begann: 1913. In Literatur, Kunst und Musik werden die Extreme ausgereizt, als gäbe es kein Morgen. Zwischen Paris und Moskau, zwischen London, Berlin und Venedig begegnen wir zahllosen Künstlern, deren Schaffen unsere Welt auf Dauer prägte. Man kokst, trinkt, ätzt, hasst, schreibt, malt, zieht sich gegenseitig an und stößt sich ab, liebt und verflucht sich.§§Es ist ein Jahr, in dem alles möglich scheint. Und doch wohnt dem gleißenden Anfang das Ahnen des Verfalls inne. Florian Illies lässt dieses Jahr, einen Moment höchster Blüte und zugleich ein erstes Flackern des Untergangs, in einem grandiosen Panorama lebendig werden.
Die Geschichte eines ungeheuren Jahres der internationale Bestseller jetzt als hochwertiges Taschenbuch!§"Ich konnte nicht mehr aufhören zu lesen Illies' Geschichten sind einfach großartig."§Ferdinand von Schirach§Florian Illies entfaltet virtuos ein historisches Panorama. 1913: Es ist das eine Jahr, in dem unsere Gegenwart begann. In Literatur, Kunst und Musik werden die Extreme ausgereizt, als gäbe es kein Morgen. Zwischen Paris und Moskau, zwischen London, Berlin und Venedig begegnen wir zahllosen Künstlern, deren Schaffen unsere Welt auf Dauer prägte. Man kokst, trinkt, ätzt, hasst, schreibt, malt, zieht sich gegenseitig an und stößt sich ab, liebt und verflucht sich. §Es ist ein Jahr, in dem alles möglich scheint. Und doch wohnt dem gleißenden Anfang das Ahnen des Verfalles inne. Literatur, Kunst und Musik wussten schon 1913, dass die Menschheit ihre Unschuld verloren hatte. Florian Illies lässt dieses eine Jahr, einen Moment höchster Blüte und zugleich ein Hochamt des Unterganges, in einem grandiosen Panorama lebendig werden.
A revelatory history of the world in 1913 brings to life an era much more complex, diverse, and interdependent than we've assumed, and challenges current assumptions about globalization, conflict, and change Today, 1913 is inevitably viewed thro
GTIN: 9781086224139Animals & nature in art (still life, landscapes & seascapes, etc)
These are beautiful vintage wildflower illustrations from 1914. Most are displayed on the cover. The backs of each image is blank paper for better use in crafting. There are 22 different vintage wildflower illustrations in this book, which are shown 88
An epic tale of the Irish Rebellion. At age fifteen, Ned Halloran lost both of his parents and almost his own life when the Titanic sank. Determined to keep what little he has, he returns to his homeland of Ireland and enrolls at Saint Ednas school in Dublin.
1916: La Bataille de Verdun: l'Enfer Des Tranchées
GTIN: 9782371160712First World War
En d cembre 1915, le front de l'Ouest s'est stabilis . Les mouvements accomplis par les alli s en Champagne et en Artois n'ont pas r ussi rompre les lignes allemandes. Pour l' tat-major du g n ral Joffre, qui envisage un assaut g n ral sur la Somme, 1916
The first global history of 1917 - a turning point in the development of WWI and of the modern world. Blends political and military history to highlight the key decisions and debates which escalated the war, and would influence world politics into the twenty first century.
GTIN: 9780898708318Systems of law: ecclesiastical (canon) law
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 813, Publishers: Ignatius Pr, Author: Edward Peters, ISBN-13: 9780898708318, Date of issue: 2001
"Fashion Sourcebook - 1920s" est le premier livre d'une toute nouvelle série de Fiell Publishing qui documente de manière exhaustive les styles de mode saisonniers du 20e siècle, décennie par décennie. Somptueusement illustré de plus de 600 photographies, dessins et estampes originaux, ce titre est un ouvrage de référence incontournable non seulement pour les étudiants en mode, mais pour toutes les fashionistas. 'Fashion Sourcebook - 1920's se concentre sur la période Art Déco avec ses belles robes perlées, ses chapeaux cloche et ses chaussures en T comme portés par les clapets à la mode et les 'jeunes choses brillantes' de l'époque. Une introduction d'accompagnement décrit les principaux thèmes de la mode au cours de cette période et présente ses créateurs les plus célèbres et évalue leurs contributions créatives.
The chilling novella featured in Stephen King's New York Times bestselling collection Full Dark, No Stars, 1922 is about a man who succumbs to the violence within--setting in motion a grisly train of murder and madness. Wilf
The definitive biography of Henry Kissinger, based on unprecedented access to his private papers §§No American statesman has been as revered or as reviled as Henry Kissinger. Once hailed as "Super K"-the "indispensable man" whose advice has been sought by every president from Kennedy to Obama-he has also been hounded by conspiracy theorists, scouring his every "telcon" for evidence of Machiavellian malfeasance. Yet as Niall Ferguson shows in this magisterial two-volume biography, drawing not only on Kissinger's hitherto closed private papers but also on documents from more than a hundred archives around the world, the idea of Kissinger as the ruthless arch-realist is based on a profound misunderstanding.§§The first half of Kissinger's life is usually skimmed over as a quintessential tale of American ascent: the Jewish refugee from Hitler's Germany who made it to the White House. But in this first of two volumes, Ferguson shows that what Kissinger achieved before his appointment as Richard Nixon's national security adviser was astonishing in its own right. Toiling as a teenager in a New York factory, he studied indefatigably at night. He was drafted into the U.S. infantry and saw action at the Battle of the Bulge-as well as the liberation of a concentration camp-but ended his army career interrogating Nazis. It was at Harvard that Kissinger found his vocation. Having immersed himself in the philosophy of Kant and the diplomacy of Metternich, he shot to celebrity by arguing for "limited nuclear war." Nelson Rockefeller hired him. Kennedy called him to Camelot. Yet Kissinger's rise was anything but irresistible. Dogged by press gaffes and disappointed by "Rocky," Kissinger seemed stuck-until a trip to Vietnam changed everything.§§The Idealist is the story of one of the most important strategic thinkers America has ever produced. It is also a political Bildungsroman , explaining how "Dr. Strangelove" ended up as consigliere to a politician he had always abhorred. Like Ferguson's classic two-volume history of the House of Rothschild, Kissinger sheds dazzling new light on an entire era. The essential account of an extraordinary life, it recasts the Cold War world.
The 1928 Book of Common Prayer is a treasured resource for traditional Anglicans and others who appreciate the majesty of King James-style language. This classic edition features a Presentation section containing certificates for the rites of Baptism, Confirmation, and Marriage. The elegant burgundy hardcover binding is embossed with a simple gold cross, making it an ideal choice for both personal study and gift-giving. The 1928 Book of Common Prayer combines Oxford's reputation for quality construction and scholarship with a modest price - a beautiful prayer book and an excellent value.
Germany's financial collapse in the summer of 1931 was one of the biggest economic catastrophes of modern history. It led to a global panic, brought down the international monetary system, and turned a worldwide recession into a prolonged depression. The crisis also contributed decisively to the rise of Hitler. Within little more than a year of its onset, the Nazis were Germany's largest political party at both the regional and national level, paving the way for Hitler's eventual seizure of power in January 1933. The origins of the collapse lay in Germany's large pile of foreign debt denominated in gold-backed currencies, which condemned the German government to cut spending, raise taxes, and lower wages in the middle of a worldwide recession. As political resistance to this policy of austerity grew, the German government began to question its debt obligations, prompting foreign investors to panic and sell their German assets. The resulting currency crisis led to the failure of the already weakened banking system and a partial sovereign default. Hitler managed to profit from the crisis because he had been the most vocal critic of the reparation regime responsible for the lion's share of German debts. As the financial system collapsed, his relentless attacks against foreign creditors and the alleged complicity of the German government resonated more than ever with the electorate. The ruling parties that were responsible for the situation lost their credibility and became defenceless in the face of his onslaught against an establishment allegedly selling the country out to her foreign creditors. Meanwhile, these creditors hesitated too long to take the wind out of Hitler's sails by offering debt relief. In this way, a financial crisis soon developed into a political catastrophe for both Europe and the world.
Beginning with Nin's arrival in New York, this volume is filled with the stories of her analytical patients. There is a shift in emphasis also as Nin becomes aware of the inevitable choice facing the artist in the modern world. "Sensitive and frank...(Nin's) diary is a dialogue between flesh and spirit" (Newsweek). Edited and with a Preface by Gunther Stuhlmann; Index.
"Overy's book is easily the best account of Europe's descent into...death and destruction." --"Evening Standard" (London) A brilliantly concise narrative of the days leading to the outbreak of history's greatest conflagration, "1939" takes readers hour by hour through the nail-biting decisions that determined the fate of millions. Richard Overy, a leading historian of the period, masterfully recreates the jockeying for advantage that set Europe's greatest powers on a collision course. Would Stalin join Hitler in a bid to divide Poland and flout the West? Would Britain and France succeed in forcing Germany to reason? And how far would a defiant Poland push its claim to exist? In the summer of 1939, the course of events was anything but assured, as this exceptionally absorbing book drives home.
This book is aimed at patients with early stage dementia who like reading but find it hard to follow 'normal' books.It has 46 pages of black and white pictures of 1940s women's fashions, with brief captions in large (18 point) print, the size recommended b
From the ashes of the Second World War came forward-thinking fashions, the likes of which had never been seen before. The early Forties were defined by thriftiness and practicality, a make-do-and-mend attitude in a time of war. However, the latter half of the decade saw the emergence of the traditional femininity, elegance and luxury often associated with the era. Spanning the austerity of the war years to the introduction of Dior's revolutionary New Look, this extensive survey brings together vintage photography and illustrations to follow the season-by-season fashion evolution of the Forties, providing a comprehensive overview of this period of contrasts.1940s Fashion: The Definitive Sourcebook covers every aspect of female fashions from the decade, from lace evening gowns, tailored jackets and furs to figure-sculpting undergarments, satin negligées and scandalous bikinis, offering the most comprehensive appraisal of this age of wartime and post-war glamour. This in-depth look at the styles and trends that shaped 1940s fashion features images of the decade's most iconic stars and designers. Stylish leading ladies such as Veronica Lake, Joan Bennett and Barbara Stanwyck are included as well as designs by Dior, Lucien Lelong, Balmain and Worth.Authored and edited by renowned design historian, Charlotte Fiell, this volume also contains an authoritative introduction by fashion historian, Emmanuelle Dirix, as well as the biographies of the key designers and fashion houses of the period.
The author's experiences in Greenwich Village, where she defends young writers against the Establishment, and her trip across the country in an old Ford to California and Mexico. "[Nin is] one of the most extraordinary and unconventional writers of this century" (New York Times Book Review). Edited and with a Preface by Gunther Stuhlmann; Index.
GTIN: 9780330544856Later 20th century c 1950 to c 1999
With the end of the Second World War, a new world was born. The peace agreements that brought the conflict to an end implemented decisions that not only shaped the second half of the twentieth century, but continue to affect our world today and impact on its future. In 1946 the Cold War began, the state of Israel was conceived, the independence of India was all but confirmed and Chinese Communists gained a decisive upper hand in their fight for power. It was a pivotal year in modern history in which countries were reborn and created, national and ideological boundaries were redrawn and people across the globe began to rebuild their lives. In this remarkable history, the foreign correspondent and historian Victor Sebestyen draws on contemporary documents from around the world - including Stalin's personal notes from the Potsdam peace conference - to examine what lay behind the political decision-making. Sebestyen uses a vast array of archival material and personal testimonies to explore how the lives of generations of people across continents were shaped by the events of 1946.Taking readers from Berlin to London, from Paris to Moscow, from Washington to Jerusalem and from Delhi to Shanghai, this is a vivid and wide-ranging account of both powerbrokers and ordinary men and women from an acclaimed author.
The author's experiences in Mexico, California, New York, and Paris, her psychoanalysis, and her experiment with LSD. "Through her own struggling and dazzling courage [Nin has] shown women groping with and growing with the world" (Minneapolis Tribune). Edited and with a Preface by Gunther Stuhlmann; Index.
Renowned historian Tom Segev strips away national myths to present a critical and clear-eyed chronicle of the year immediately following Israel's foundation. "Required reading for all who want to understand the Arab-Israeli conflict...the best analysis
400 pages, 600 illustrations, size 8.25 x 10.75 inches. A previously unpublished manual from the Floyd Clymer archives. This high quality reprint of the original FIAT Factory Workshop Manual includes complete technical data, service and maintenance info
Now in paperback, this is the story of rock music in 1971, which saw the establishment of a pantheon of artists and bands. Looks at the work of Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, the Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Marvin Gaye, Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Rod Stewart, the solo Beatles and more! 'A clever and entertaining book...' "Daily Telegraph"
Deutschland gegen Deutschland: ein historischer MomentSelten gibt es Augenblicke in der Geschichte, die wie ein Brennglas wirken. Das einzige Fußballspiel zwischen der DDR und der Bundesrepublik ist ein solcher herausragender, brisanter und zugleich universaler Moment. Als sich am 22. Juni 1974 für neunzig Minuten die Bruderstaaten gegenüberstanden und die DDR durch das Tor von Jürgen Sparwasser den Sieg davontrug, brachte das Ereignis auch Menschen zusammen, die mit dem Fußballspiel an sich wenig zu tun hatten. Und sie würden das Leben in beiden deutschen Ländern auf unterschiedlichste Art beeinflussen. Davon erzählt Ronald Reng auf unvergleich fesselnde und kluge Weise. So wird sein Buch »1974« zu einem bestechenden Zeugnis gesamtdeutscher Alltagsgeschichte, lange bevor es ein wiedervereinigtes Deutschland geben sollte.O-Töne prominenter Zeitzeugen
§Iran am Vorabend der islamischen Revolution. Ein junger Innenarchitekt und sein kranker Freund Christopher reisen als Angehörige einer internationalen Partyszene durch das Land. In Teheran werden die Panzer des Schahs aufgefahren. Zwischen Drogenexzessen, Schönheit und Gewalt erfasst den Ich-Erzähler der Taumel von etwas Neuem. Eine Welt ohne Zentrum, in der auf einmal alles möglich erscheint. Doch bald wird klar, dass man in einer durch Schönheit und Leid zweigeteilten Welt nicht ewig als Tourist herumreisen kann. Im besetzten Tibet, wohin es den Ich-Erzähler nach dem Tod seines Gefährten verschlägt, wird er von chinesischen Soldaten verhaftet.
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 90, Publishers: www.fundamental-changes.com, Author: Joseph Alexander,Tim Pettingale, ISBN-13: 9781789334197, Date of issue: 2023
1984 is a classic dystopian novel by English author George Orwell. Published in 1949, it is set in the eponymous year and focuses on a repressive, totalitarian regime. The story follows the life of one seemingly insignificant man, Winston Smith, a civil servant assigned the task of falsifying records and political literature, thus effectively perpetuating propaganda, who grows disillusioned with his meager existence and so begins an ultimately futile rebellion against the system.The novel has become famous for its portrayal of surveillance and society's increasing encroachment on the rights of the individual. Since its publication the terms Big Brother and Orwellian have entered the popular vernacular.cover art by Shepard Fairey
Diese moderne Neuübersetzung von 1984 stammt von Ferdinand Seidel, dem Autor des Bestsellers Marcus Aurelius Meditationen - Zeitlose Weisheiten für ein erfülltes Leben, und bietet eine frische, fesselnde Perspektive auf dieses wichtige Werk. Seidel bringt nicht nur seine Expertise als erfolgreicher Autor ein, sondern auch ein tiefes Verständnis für die sprachliche Feinheit und philosophische Tiefe dieses Klassikers.1984 ist mehr als nur ein Roman - es ist eine eindringliche Warnung vor den Gefahren von Überwachung, Propaganda und totalitärer Herrschaft. In einer Zukunft, die zunehmend von staatlicher Kontrolle und Manipulation geprägt ist, hat dieses Buch nichts von seiner erschreckenden Aktualität verloren. Die Geschichte von Winston Smith, der verzweifelt gegen die allgegenwärtige Macht von Big Brother ankämpft, ist heute relevanter denn je.
Ravaged by years of war and civil conflict, Britain has changed its name to Airstrip One and become part of Oceania - one of the three totalitarian blocks dominating the world - ruled by a mysterious leader called Big Brother who keeps the population in thrall through strict surveillance and brutal police repression. In a society where the individual is suppressed and turned into an "unperson" for not conforming, and where not only personal thought, but also historical record and language itself are constantly being manipulated by the ruling regime, Ministry of Truth worker Winston Smith tries to make sense of the rebellious thoughts and passions that are stirring inside him, and finds himself impotent against the inexorable machine that surrounds him and threatens to crush him at any time. Arguably the greatest dystopian novel of all time and the most influential post-war work of fiction - which enriched the English language with words such as "Newspeak", "doublethink" and "thoughtcrime" - Nineteen Eighty-Four is a riveting read and a groundbreaking exploration of mass surveillance, censorship and mind control, which has a deep resonance with the world we live in.
Novela gráfica basada en el clásico de George Orwell.Londres 1984.Winston Smith es un empleado del Partido. Se encarga de revisar la historia, borrando los rastros del pasado. En un mundo aterrador, dominado por la paranoia, donde todo sentimentalismo está prohibido, Winston se siente atraído por una joven llamada Julia, pero una relación sería potencialmente peligrosa, incluso mortal. Juntos, intentarán escapar del control del Gran Hermano, líder omnipotente del gobierno. Pero ¿es eso posible en una sociedad totalitaria donde cada hecho y gesto es controlado y grabado?
A Guardian Book of the YearA Clash Book of the Year'MAGNIFICENT!' CAITLIN MORAN'A riveting read about a pop revolution hiding in plain sight' PETE PAPHIDES'Very funny and very moving' JUDE ROGERSIn 1984, pop came out of the closet - even if not all of the artists felt that they could - and, in the process, charted the course of the rest of the decade. In 1984: The Year Pop Went Queer, writer and musician Ian Wade charts where these artists, including Queen, George Michael, David Bowie, Pet Shop Boys, Frankie Goes to Hollywood and Madonna - who all enjoyed chart success in 1984 - were during that epoch-making year. It studies the impact these groundbreaking musicians had before, during and after on the gay community and popular culture, and it demonstrates how they were able to break down barriers, raise consciousness and set in motion the first nascent ripples in a pond that are still being felt today.As a backdrop, it explores the strides made in the name of the cause and how the wider surrounding culture reacted with equal parts glee, bafflement and disgust.
In characteristically daring style, Anthony Burgess combines two responses to Orwell's 1984 in one book. The first is a sharp analysis: through dialogues, parodies and essays, Burgess sheds new light on what he called 'an apocalyptic codex of our worst fears', creating a critique that is literature in its own right. Part two is Burgess' own dystopic vision, written in 1978. He skewers both the present and the future, describing a state where industrial disputes and social unrest compete with overwhelming surveillance, security concerns and the dominance of technology to make life a thing to be suffered rather than lived. Together these two works form a unique guide to one of the twentieth century's most talented, imaginative and prescient writers. Several decades later, Burgess' most singular work still stands.
Asses, asses, and more asses Color photos clippings of over 199 asses and butts from around the world. If you think you have seen one ass and thus seen them all, you will need to think again. Female asses vary in size, depth, color, and shape, which has n
This easy-to-use guide contains images of the national flags of every country in the world, from Andorra to Azerbaijan. Organised by continent, children will be fascinated by the colours and symbols used on different flags and become familiar with the names of all the countries in the world.
