A garden classic, The Genius Of The Place reveals that the history of landscape gardening is much more than a history of design and style; it opens up a wide perspective of English cultural history, showing how landscape gardening was gradually transformed over two centuries into an art that has been widely imitated throughout Europe and North America.
In this unique and hugely entertaining railway odyssey, Theroux vividly recounts his travels--and the people, places, and landscapes he encountered--on the Orient Express, the Khyber Mail, and the Trans-Siberian Express, through such countries as Turkey, Iran, India, Southeast Asia, Japan, and the Soviet Union.
Set during the fascinating, tumultuous reign of Englands Virgin Queen, Elizabeth I, "The Huntress" is award-winning author Carrolls richest historical novel yet.
ISBN: 9780345490612
Издательство:
Random House (USA)
Дата выхода: июль 2007
Mendelsohn grew up in a family haunted by the disappearance of six relatives during the Holocaust--an unmentionable subject during his childhood. Decades later, he embarked on a hunt for the remaining eyewitnesses of his relatives fates. This is their story.
ISBN: 9780060542993
Издательство:
HarperCollins Publishers
Дата выхода: сентябрь 2007
In her first novel in nine years, "New York Times"-bestselling author Kingsolver tells the story of Harrison William Shepherd, an unforgettable protagonist whose search for identity takes readers to the heart of the 20th century s most tumultuous events.
This is an exciting new book that for the first time combines rich biographical information on the founder of Japanese folklore studies, Kunio Yanagita, with a superb updated translation of his literary classic, The Legends of Tono (1910). This marvelous translation of a Japanese literary and folklore classic, reflecting thirty-five years of research and scholarship, is filled with enthralling tales that bring alive Japan s rich traditional heritage.
Presenting a revolutionary new approach to the Tree of Life, this book is written in plain English. No background in Victorian occultism is necessary to use it; it is entirely contemporary and without exotic terminology.
ISBN: 9781564146502
Издательство:
Феникс
Дата выхода: февраль 2003
Nearly 700 detailed drawings of fur garments range from their practical use in cold climates to their display as status symbols. Chronological entries include introductions for each era. Glossary.
The author of the acclaimed "New York Times" bestseller "The Next 100 Years" now focuses his geopolitical forecasting acumen on the next decade and the imminent events and challenges that will test America and the world.
Many of the best brands today are of geek pedigree, powered by the technologies, traits and trends of the ascendant digital channel. Amidst the decline of mass marketing, push marketing tactics have been superseded by new forms of influence. These include the creating, sharing and influencing behaviors of an online population no longer content merely to consume, and the potent pairing of digital notoriety and network effects, which has given rise to the icitizenry. From these sociocultural forces emerges a radical business imperative: to open up to consumer involvement in a brands messages and offerings. Published under Peachpits New Riders imprint in partnership with AIGA Design Press, The Open Brand illuminates both the risks and...
ISBN: 978-0-321-54423-0
Издательство:
Peachpit Press
Дата выхода: декабрь 2009
Let`s face it: Managers hate conducting performance appraisal discussions. In "The Performance Appraisal Question and Answer Book", renowned performance appraisal expert Dick Grote answers more than 140 of the most common - and most difficult - questions about this powerful but misunderstood management technique. His guidance will help you and your organization use the appraisal process for the benefit of all involved.
Essential reference by designer of the most widely known Tarot deck contains a detailed description of each card in the popular 78-card Rider-Waite Tarot deck, along with regular and reversed meanings. 78 b/w plates of illustrations.
ISBN: 9780486442556
Издательство:
Daedalus
Дата выхода: июнь 2005
The sequel to the "New York Times" bestseller "The Last Kingdom" continues the exhilarating adventures of Uhtred and King Alfred the Great. Uhtred discovers--in his moment of greatest peril--a newfound loyalty and love for his native country and ruler.
ISBN: 9780061144837
Издательство:
HarperCollins USA
Дата выхода: январь 2007
“Портрет Дориана Грея” - лучшее прозаическое произведение блестящего виртуоза слова и неподражаемого стилиста английской литературы Оскара Уайльда. В основе сюжета трагическая судьба художника и созданного им шедевра. Издание рекомендуется преподавателям и студентам языковых факультетов и вузов для использования в качестве пособия для домашнего чтения.
ISBN: 978-5-7974-0408-8
Издательство:
Икар
Дата выхода: июль 2014
Chandra Nalaar is the impulsive young fire mage whose exploration of the multiverse and the extent of her own volatile power draws the attention of an ancient faith that sees her as a herald of the apocalypse.
Kagan argues that hopes for a new peaceful international order after the end of the Cold War have proved wrong. He stresses that peoples of the liberal world need to choose whether they want to shape it or let others shape it for them.
This unusual book traces the author s connection with a "Faery" or Sidhe being. Full of wisdom and interesting details about this "cousin" race to humanity, the text includes six exercises and an illustration of a "Great Glyph," which acts as a tool of attunement with these graceful beings.
