The intimate relationship of Japanese tattooing with the dark world of the yakuza has helped cover this form of artistic expression with an aura of mystery. But the culture of irezumi is deep and rich in meanings, shapes and motifs that have gone from color woodblock prints to being applied to the skin to beautify and protect their bearers. This book reveals the meaning and the secrets behind the most significant motifs from traditional Japanese tattooing-such as mythological and supernatural creatures, animals, Buddhist deities, flowers and historical characters-and turns this art form into a path toward personal knowledge and individual expression. Japanese Tattoos begins with a brief review of the history of Japanese tattoo art and then examines each subject (water, mythological animals, real animals, mythological characters, historical characters, flowers, shunga and yokai) through images and descriptive texts; it also includes a gal- lery of original designs by the author and a glossary.Discover the rich meanings hidden in the enigmatic world of irezumi, traditional Japanese tattoos.
"Mr. Silman has become the leading chess writer in America. My students swear by his work". -- John Watson, International Chess Master, author of Play the French"The Amateur's Mind is eminently readable and instruction-rich. Jeremy Silman never disappoints those who seriously wish to improve their game". -- Joel Benjamin, International Grand Master, 1987 U.S. championMost amateurs possess erroneous thinking processes that, elusive and difficult to eradicate, remain with them throughout their lives. These chinks in their mental armor bring about stinging defeats and reversals.To address the most common of these problems, Mr. Silman has recorded the thoughts of his students while they play actual games, analyzed these thoughts, and catalogued the most typical misconceptions that arise. He then dispels these misconceptions and repairs the chinks in the player's armor with sage advice, rules of conduct and strategy, and psychological insights.The Amateur's Mind takes the student on a journey through his or her own mind, gathering newfound knowledge and strength along the way. It's a mind-opening guide for all beginning and intermediate tournament-level players.
Ceux que nous aimons sont parfois ceux qui nous font le plus mal.Lily Blossom Bloom n'a pas eu une enfance très facile, entre un père violent et une mère qu'elle trouve soumise, mais elle a su s'en sortir dans la vie et est à l'aube de réaliser son grand rêve : ouvrir, à Boston, une boutique de fleurs. Elle vient de rencontrer un neurochirurgien, Ryle, charmant, ambitieux, visiblement aussi attiré par elle qu'elle l'est par lui. Le chemin de Lily vers le bonheur semble tout tracé. Elle hésite pourtant encore un peu : il n'est pas facile pour elle de se lancer dans une histoire sentimentale, avec des parents comme les siens. Choisir cette vie, c'est aussi tirer un trait sur son passé et Atlas, ce jeune homme qui a été son premier amour et qui a profondément marqué son adolescence. L'avenir semble limpide et simple mais il peut s'obscurcir très vite...
Do you want to improve the world? I don't think it can be done. The world is sacred. It can't be improved. If you tamper with it, you'll ruin it. If you treat it like an object, you'll lose it. Stephen Mitchell's translation of Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching (The Book of the Way) has sold over half a million copies worldwide. In this edition, Mitchell's text is set against ancient Chinese paintings selected by Asian art expert, Dr Stephen Little.
Discover over 30 intricate artworks to colour in, from the brilliant mind of artist Duchess of Lore. With subjects inspired by the occult, myth, legend and folklore, readers will find beautiful line drawings of Gaelic goddesses, astrological signs and tarot images, pagan symbols, ancient Greek gods, magical motifs and much more. Let your imagination roam, find a mindful escape and create your own beautiful, colourful artworks with The Occult & Folklore Colouring Book.
Divided into eight clear chapters, the book starts with an in-depth study on measuring and body shaping, before examining fabric technology and sartorial terminology. It describes a wide range of skirts and trousers, both for women and men, from the basic to the highly elaborate.
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 224, Publishers: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley), ISBN-13: 9780593960042, Date of issue: 2025
The Alta Via 1 is one of Italy's most famous and most popular long-distance routes and is the easiest of six Alta Via routes that traverse the magnificent Dolomites. The hut-to-hut trail extends 115km from Lago di Braies to La Pissa, boasting spectacular alpine vistas. Although it demands a moderate level of fitness, it is well waymarked and follows clear well-trodden paths, making for an ideal introduction to hiking in the Dolomites. Welcoming refuges offer meals and accommodation along the way, though camping is also possible on the middle stages (restrictions apply elsewhere). The route is presented in 11 stages, each with overview statistics, a brief summary of the day's hiking and detailed route description illustrated with clear mapping. There are also comprehensive notes on the huts the route passes, with contact details and tips on facilities available. The intro includes advice on transport, accommodation, and equipment, plus suggestions for creating shorter itineraries should time be limited, and there are facts about local points of interest and background information on the region's geology, plants, and wildlife.
Vocaloid super-idol Hatsune Miku steals the show in this all-new comic collection The first fan creation to receive official recognition within the Vocaloid world, Hachune Miku is the small and spirited spin-off character of the famous Hat
A five-time Moth GrandSLAM winner and bestselling novelist shows how to tell a great story — and why doing so matters.Whether we realize it or not, we are always telling stories. On a first date or job interview, at a sales presentation or therapy appointment, with family or friends, we are constantly narrating events and interpreting emotions and actions. In this compelling book, storyteller extraordinaire Matthew Dicks presents wonderfully straightforward and engaging tips and techniques for constructing, telling, and polishing stories that will hold the attention of your audience (no matter how big or small).He shows that anyone can learn to be an appealing storyteller, that everyone has something "storyworthy” to express, and, perhaps most important, that the act of creating and telling a tale is a powerful way of understanding and enhancing your own life.
Puzzles + Skills Practice + Humor = School Success This award-wining workbook is packed with exercises that make learning fun and will help your child develop skills for school readiness and success. Developed with education experts, and te
The author of The Art of Seduction draws on some of history's most effective military tactics and the examples of such figures as Napoleon, Margaret Thatcher, and Ulysses S. Grant to outline psychological strategies for effective negotiating, responding to dangerous situations, and managing life milestones.
Forget the rules. Just cook!Home-cooked food doesn't have to be over-the-top, fussy, or time-intensive to be absolutely amazing. In his debut cookbook, Nick DiGiovanni gives you the tools to become fearless in the kitchen and to create delicious meals.Building on a foundation of staple recipes such as basic pasta dough and homemade butter, Nick shares a mouthwatering selection of his favourite recipes. Feast on New England favourites like Browned Butter Lobster Rolls and Garlic Butter Steak Tips, enjoy decadent pasta dishes like Smoky Mezcal Rigatoni and Sungold Spaghetti, and recreate fan favorites like his Viral Pasta Chips and Dino Nuggets. And of course, Nick had to include some "collab" recipes from his famous friends like Andrew Zimmern, Robert Irvine, Joanne Chang, Lynja, and more.Knife Drop also includes Nick's expert advice on equipment, ingredients, and techniques, so home cooks of any ability level can pick up some new skills. Explore a library of QR codes linking to video tutorials showcasing key cooking techniques, from holding a chef's knife and making a piping bag to pronouncing "gnocchi" the correct way.
Learn to Write Patterns Others Can Knit. Aimed at both established and emerging designers, Pattern Writing for Knit Designers is the comprehensive guide that can help translate a project into a set of instructions that any knitter can follow.
«Carré's Photographs are simultaneously totally explicit and totally beautiful - NOW IN SPECIAL PAPERBACK EDITIONREVISED AND ENLARGED!»«This is a literally breathtaking collection of nude photographs by perfectionist French photo- grapher Didier Carré. I had given up hope of finding such images, disappointed by the coyness of nude art photography on the one hand and the wearying over-stimulation of pornography on the other. Carré's photographs are simultaneously totally explicit and totally beautiful. His models have a stillness that says we taken a great deal of care and time to produce these images: take your own time to explore them. Carré demonstrates the power of black and white photography to reveal the true form of flesh and muscle in light and shade. The models are rarely adorned, apart from, in many cases, one, sometimes two, glas dildos that catch the light like a jewel, focusing your attention on their inner centre ...» - Dermot Cox «True erotic photography is never finished; it stimulates the imagination about what could happen later."» - Didier Carré
- Terry Pratchetts Scheibenwelt-Romane haben sich über 100 Millionen Mal verkauft und wurden in 37 Sprachen übersetzt- Illustriert von Paul Kidby, dem bevorzugten Künstler von Terry Pratchett, der auch seine Bücher bebilderte- Enthält Poster mit Figuren, Zitaten und TriviaEs war eine gewaltige Aufgabe, alle Figuren aus Pratchetts Scheibenwelt über Zeit und Raum zusammenzubringen! Aber wir haben es geschafft! In diesem 1000-Teile-Puzzle haben sich alle zu einem Gruppenbild versammelt (auch wenn es einige Diskussionen darüber gegeben hat, wer neben wem steht...)
Ouvrage de préparation au DELF scolaire en français langue étrangère (FLE), dans la collection ABC Delf, pour de jeunes adolescents, niveau B2.ABC DELF Junior Scolaire B2 prépare aux nouvelles épreuves en intégrant les formats actuels.Jusqu'en 2024 et dans tous les pays du monde le DELF peut être passé sous "l'ancienne" et"la nouvelle" formule.Ce livre vous prépare aux DEUX !ABC DELF Junior Scolaire B2 propose un parcours permettant d'aborder les épreuves avec lesmeilleures chances de réussite :Présentation et explication du déroulement des épreuves;200 activités type DELF (50 par compétence) ;4 épreuves blanches (1 par compétence) ;3 DELF blancs complets. Les " plus " d'ABC DELF Junior Scolaire B2 :Les conseils du coach pour accompagner le candidat sur tous les aspects de l'examenUne autoévaluation initiale pour identifier ses forces et faiblessesLes corrigés et transcriptions inclus pour un travail en autonomieUn livre web, 100 % en ligne, inclusUn DVD multimédia audio et vidéo inclus avec p lus d'une heure d'enregistrements sonores pour le travail de l'oral ; les conseils du coach dans une vidéo interactive
The Woods are in uproar!Pig has vanished! What could have happened to him?And who is that familiar-looking bearded figure sitting on a cloud?Could they be connected?
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 208, Publishers: Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed, Author: Andrea Mutti, ISBN-13: 9781984863423, Date of issue: 2024
Reveals the proven, time-tested trading system he used to achieve triple-digit returns for five consecutive years, averaging 220 per cent per year for a 33,500 per cent compounded total return. This title teaches you: how to find the best stocks before they make big price gains; and how to avoid costly mistakes made by most investors.
Now available in paperback, this extensive collection of the world's best street photography captures daily life in every corner of the globe. From pre-war gelatin silver prints to 21st-century digital images, from documentary to abstract, from New York's Central Park to a mountain city in Mongolia, these photographs reveal the many ways street photography moves, informs, and excites us. The book includes work by the likes of Margaret Bourke-White, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Joel Meyerowitz, Gordon Parks, Andre Kertesz, Garry Winogrand, Roger Mayne, and other masters of street photography who pushed the genre's boundaries and continue to innovate today.Each exquisitely reproduced photograph is accompanied by an informative text which reveals the story behind the image. David Gibson's insightful introduction traces the history of street photography, reflects on its broad appeal, and looks toward the future of the genre.
Alors que Netflix s'apprête à diffuser une série inspirée des aventures d'Arsène Lupin, avec Omar Sy dans le rôle-titre, Archipoche publie, dans une élégante édition collector, les plus célèbres aventures du gentleman cambrioleur. Opération " 2 achetés = Les Milliards d'Arsène Lupin offert ".Monocle, haut-de-forme, fleur à la boutonnière et revolver en poche : depuis son apparition en 1905, la silhouette d'Arsène Lupin a effrayé et diverti des générations de lecteurs. Dandy et bagarreur, scélérat et charmeur, ce gentleman a sévi dans plus d'une vingtaine d'œuvres, nées de l'imagination de Maurice Leblanc (1864-1941).Paru en 1907, Arsène Lupin, gentleman cambrioleur regroupe les sept premières aventures de l'homme aux mille apparences, déjà aux prises avec son ennemi juré, l'inspecteur Ganimard.Jamais là où on l'attend, ce justicier en frac réapparaît en 1911 pour livrer ses premières confidences et résoudre les énigmes les plus coriaces... sans renoncer à son penchant pour le beau sexe. " Ce que c'est que d'être joli garçon ! "
Cet ouvrage est souvent considéré comme la "bible" des cuisiniers. Avec ses quelque 5000 recettes, c'est une véritable référence pour des générations de gastronomes, apprentis comme avertis." Auguste Escoffier ne s'est pas contenté d'être un grand cuisinier, il ne s'est pas contenté d'inventer des plats illustres comme la pêche Melba, il ne s'est pas contenté d'exporter la gastronomie française au Savoy de Londres avec son ami Ritz, il ne s'est pas contenté de préparer des dîners au cours desquels des Noisettes d'agneau Cora Petits pois à l'anglaise n'étaient que le quatrième mets succulent d'une magnifique série de sept, il ne s'est pas contenté d'être le premier cuisinier français fait officier de la Légion d'honneur, il ne s'est pas contenté d'être le premier à oser mettre des tomates concassées en conserve... C'est lui qui a fait de notre métier l'un des plus magnifiques du monde."Christian Constant
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 608, Publishers: Kensington Publishing Corporation, ISBN-13: 9781496758125, Date of issue: 2025
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 96, Publishers: Schiffer Publishing Ltd, Author: Jolanda van de Grint, ISBN-13: 9780764362323, Date of issue: 2021
A landmark history of one hundred years of war waged against the Palestinians from the foremost US historian of the Middle East, told through pivotal events and family history In 1899, Yusuf Diya al-Khalidi, mayor of Jerusalem, alarmed by the Zionis
This brand new remastered book collects together Bunny vs Monkey 1: Let the Mayhem Begin and Bunny vs Monkey 2: Journey to the Centre of the Eurg-th for the first time. Smaller easy-to-read format! 256 hilarious pages!
Disney/Pixar Cars 3 races into theaters summer 2017 Just in time for the release of Disney/Pixar Cars 3, this hardcover Little Golden Book collection stars Lightning McQueen, Mater, and the other fast-moving characters from Disney/Pixar
Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 120, Publishers: CULTUREA, Author: TRISMEGISTUS HERMES/TRISMEGISTE HERMES, ISBN-13: 9791043104909, Date of issue: 2024
In this groundbreaking and "poignant" (Los Angeles Times) book, David Kessler--praised for his work by Maria Shriver, Marianne Williamson, and Mother Teresa--journeys beyond the classic five stages to discover a sixth stage: meaning. In 1
Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 204, Publishers: Darrington Press, Author: Spenser Starke, ISBN-13: 9781737372547, Date of issue: 2023
