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Clouds and Light: Impressionism in Holland Westheider Ortrud

Discover how painters such as Van Gogh, Mondrian, and Jacoba van Heemskerck drew on the legacy of Dutch landscapes and realism to put their own spin on the Impressionist movement.Impressionism may have originated in France, but artists in late 19th- and early 20th-century Netherlands quickly made it their own.The genre's vibrant colors and focus on light and atmosphere were a perfect complement to the country's groundbreaking traditions of landscape painting and realism. This exhibition catalog brings more than a hundred works by nearly forty artists including Johan Barthold Jongkind, Vincent van Gogh, Jacoba van Heemskerck, and Piet Mondrian. It traces the birth of the Hague School, whose practitioners captured the changing moods of light in the coastline's vast, grey skies. And it explores the Amsterdam Impressionists, whose cityscapes offered realistic images of

Invisible Womens Club Paris Helen

From the Gracchi to Sulla Stockton D. L.

This volume in the LACTOR Sourcebooks in Ancient History series offers a generous selection of primary texts on Roman history during the half century from the Gracchi to Sulla (133-80 BC), with a brief Introduction. It provides for the needs of students at schools and universities who are studying ancient history in English translation and has been written and reviewed by experienced teachers. The texts selected include extracts from the important literary sources but also some key inscriptions, some of which were previously difficult for students to

Colour Line Scego Igiaba

Nineteenth century Europe an audacious American Black woman decided she wants to become and artists and moves

Race, Rights, and Rifles: The Origins of the Nra and Contemporary Gun Culture Filindra Alexandra

An eye-opening examination of the ties between American gun culture and white male supremacy from the American Revolution to today.One-third of American adults--approximately 86 million people--own firearms. This is not just for protection or hunting. Although many associate gun-centric ideology with individualist and libertarian traditions in American political culture, Race, Rights, and Rifles shows that it rests on an equally old but different foundation. Instead, Alexandra Frilindra shows that American gun culture can be traced back to the American Revolution when republican notions of civic duty were fused with a belief in white male supremacy and a commitment to maintaining racial and gender hierarchies.Drawing on wide-ranging historical and contemporary evidence, Race, Rights, and Rifles traces how this ideology emerged during the

Great Philosophers: Aristotle Mcleish Kenneth

'Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all'A superb introduction to one of the greatest thinkers of all time, and the father of logic and

Brains Devolle John

THE PERFECT PICTURE BOOK TO INTRODUCE LITTLE MINDS TO BIG IDEAS!Brains combines bold, colourful illustrations with jokes and incredible science facts to introduce young readers to the amazing wobbly marvels inside their heads, and those of many other

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Prosecco Party Games: Pick a Game, Pour Some Bubbles, and Get the Party Started Cammidge Abbie

Get the party started with this awesome collection of Prosecco-themed games to play with friends.What could be better than getting the girls together, grabbing a glass, and cracking open a bottle of bubbles? Why, throwing a few Prosecco-based drinking games into the mix, of course! There are over 25 games that use everyone's favorite sparkly tipple, ranging from hilarious Beyonc Bingo to the organized chaos that is the Prosecco Olympics. So what are you waiting for? Choose your game, pop a cork and prepare to laugh. A

Soft Lad Grimshaw Nick

Coming-of-age stories from much loved radio royalty, DJ and TV personality Nick Grimshaw - now with a new chapter. 'Hilarious and quintessentially Nick. Unapologetically himself always, and that's what I love the most' Dua Lipa 'Very funny, very sweet and full of charm -- a bit like the man himself' Graham NortonFrom partying with pop stars and chatting breeze on the radio, to drinking too much, to not drinking at all, to growing up, coming out, general nonsense, the journey from self-loathing to self-care and making dreams come true. These are Grimmy's brilliant, nostalgic coming-of-age tales, covering life's pivotal moments, the loves, the losses, and the fun had with the family and friends that made him. Heart-breaking and heartening in equal measure, Nick will have you laughing out loud, feeling all the emotions and (potentially) having a good

Carlos Martinez Wirz Heinz

Carlos Martinez has been running his architectural office in Berneck for over 30 years. This is a monograph of his work. Text in English and

Anchor for My Soul: 365 Daily Devotions of Hope and Encouragement Broadstreet Publishing Group LLC

If you have ever been out boating, you know the importance of an anchor. Whether you're fishing or hanging out with friends, when you find a good spot, it's impossible to stay there without an anchor. An anchor stops you from being blown around at the mercy of the ocean.Jesus is an anchor for your soul. When you find yourself drifting aimlessly in a sea of doubt, he secures you in the certainty of his truth. If you're rocked by unforgiveness, he can lead you to the quiet waters of love and grace. If bitterness and hurt overflow, let Jesus secure your heart in a bay of healing waters and remove the weeds from your hull.As you meditate on these Scriptures, devotions, and prayers, may your heart find confidence in the one who holds you steady. The anchor of your soul will keep you from drifting with the shifting tides and winds. When storms come, place your security in the King

Luxury Trains: Splendour, Elegance & Extravagance Bertrand Simon

Over 25 trains featured with superb photographyIncluding the Venice Simplon - Orient-Express, the British Royal Train, Le Train Bleu, the Pride of Africa, the Eastern and Orient Express & many moreA book for the travel enthusiast and lovers of superb designA beautiful presentation and superb giftLuxury trains have always fascinated and excited our imaginations. A great source of style, romance and exoticism, they have long held starring roles in literature and in Hollywood movies. This wonderful book evokes long-lost days of travel, where trains marked international railway history, from the Orient Express to the Train Bleu. Today, train companies around the world are creating new palaces on rails and these pages offer a journey into that extravagant and luxurious world. Whether comfortably seated in the restaurant car

James IV: Queen of the Fight Munro Rona

Scotland, 1504, seen fresh through the eyes of new arrivals Ellen and Anne, two Moorish women who were expected to take their place at a royal court... but not this one.Both women now have to fight to find and keep a place in the dazzling, dangerous world of the Scottish court of James IV. It's a world where war is never far away, words of love and promises of peace are not what they seem, and where poets might turn out to be more dangerous than any assassin.Rona Munro continues her journey through an uncharted period of Scottish history with James IV: Queen of the Fight, which was first presented in 2022 by Raw Material and Capital Theatres in association with National Theatre of Scotland, and directed by Laurie Sansom.It follows the spectacular success of Munro's plays about James I, II and III, which were first performed by National Theatre of

Bio-Mathematics, Statistics, and Nano-Technologies: Mosquito Control Strategies Ghaffari Peyman

Finding effective methods for mosquito control remains one of the great global challenges facing this generation. Bio-mathematics, Statistics and Nano-Technologies: Mosquito Control Strategies brings together experts from a large array of disciplines in order to provide a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge techniques to model, analyse and combat mosquito-transmitted vector-borne diseases.FeaturesIncludes multiple case studiesSuitable for scientists and professionals working on methods for mosquito control and epidemiologyProvide a much-needed focal point for interdisciplinary discussion

Aiming to Improve Equity in Pulmonary Health, an Issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine: Volume 44-3 Brigham Emily

In this issue, guest editors bring their considerable expertise to this important topic.Provides in-depth reviews on the latest updates in the field, providing actionable insights for clinical practice.Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create these timely topic-based

Tokyo - Capital of Cool: Tokyos Most Famous Sights from Asakusa to Harajuku Goss Rob

Take a colorful tour of Japan's capital with this alternative Japan travel guide that explores Tokyo's distinctive architecture, fashion, food, and so much more.Tokyo - Capital of Cool delves into Tokyo's Edo-era roots, its thirst to modernize while retaining its traditions, its amazing culinary heritage, and the impact of its creative youth population.From the chic streets of Omotesando to the Tosho-gu shrine complex in Nikko, award-winning travel and fiction writer Rob Goss takes readers to the patchwork of districts and sights that comprise Tokyo and its neighboring towns.You will be amazed and enthralled at the vivid photographs and the in-depth discussion of Japanese history and culture that exceed the boundaries of a traditional guidebook in offering insights into one of the world's most significant and most innovative

The Things That Stay True: A Vic Lenoski Mystery Hayes Peter W. J.

Finally accustomed to his new job with the Allegheny County Police, Detective Vic Lenoski is asked to solve the high-profile murder of the Pittsburgh Symphony's beloved president. Very quickly, Vic and his partner, Liz Timmons, identify two likely suspects.But, unknown to Vic, a detective from China-Chen Yun-has surreptitiously arrived in Pittsburgh, sent to target one of the symphony's violin players. Vic then learns that his lead suspects aren't who they seem, and worse, that he's the target of an FBI investigation. As Vic scrambles to resolve these new problems, Chen's plans implode and he tailspins into Vic's investigation, bringing the personal and professional lives of both men to a breaking point. Can they each find a solution to their cases, and a way to protect their personal lives?

The Tail of Emily Windsnap Kessler Liz

The enchanting first tale in the New York Times best-selling series is now available in a beautiful twentieth-anniversary edition poised to captivate a new generation.For as long as she can remember, twelve-year-old Emily Windsnap has lived on a boat. And, oddly enough, for just as long, her mother has anxiously kept Emily away from the water. But when Mom finally agrees to let her take swimming lessons, Emily makes a startling discovery--about her own identity, the mysterious father she's never met, and the thrilling possibilities and perils shimmering deep below the water's surface. In a lovely twentieth-anniversary edition of the spellbinding fantasy about family secrets, loyal friendship, and the convention-defying power of love, New York Times best-selling author Liz Kessler lures us into a glorious undersea world where mermaids study shipwrecks at school

The Urgency of Indigenous Values Arnold Philip P.

Philip Arnold explores the vital need to understand Indigenous values in order to overcome the legacy of colonialism, represent Indigenous convictions, and ensure humanity's survival in the face of ecological and environmental catastrophe. Through an examination of the Doctrine of Christian Discovery, a series of documents that used religious ideas to justify the subjugation and even annihilation of Indigenous peoples, Arnold shows how issues such as environmental devastation, social justice concerns, land theft, and forced conversion practices all have their roots in the relationship between Indigenous peoples and religion over the past five centuries. Designed to initiate a conversation in the classroom, in the academy, and in various communities about what is essential to the category of Indigeneity, this book offers a conceptional engagement with underlying value systems of

The Gods Of Everything Else 4: Imitation Of Life The Cartel Publications Presents Styles T.

In the gritty follow-up to the War Saga, Walid Wales gets a cryptic call that sends him deep into the treacherous underbelly of Belize. His entire family's held hostage, and the architect of this nefarious plan is none other than his own twin, Ace Wales, a loose cannon who's hellbent on stealing their billionaire father's empire.Ace, in cahoots with his girlfriend Arbella and his manipulative mother-in-law, Faye, orchestrates a billion-dollar heist, intending to bleed his father's accounts dry. No witnesses can be left behind when all is said and done, and blood ties ain't worth a damn.Drama unfolds as Blakeslee Wales spins a seductive web, ensnaring Mason Louisville right where she wants him - between her sheets. Meanwhile, Minnesota, Joey, and Spacey Wales face a bitter reckoning that gives the same energy of their wicked

Kacír

Historický román KACÍR predstavuje životné peripetie Konráda Cordata, súčasníka Dr. Martina Luthera, ktorý po absolvovaní univerzitných štúdií vo Viedni, Ferrare, a po pobyte na pápežskom dvore v Ríme, pôsobí ako katolícky kňaz v Budíne.Veľmi rýchle podlieha šíriteľom Lutherových myšlienok, s ktorými sa stotožňuje natoľko, že z lukratívneho postu v Budíne odchádza do Horných Uhier šíriť životaschopné myšlienky reformácie. Opakovane navštívi stredoslovenské banské mestá – Kremnica, Banská Štiavnica, Banská Bystrica... Po násilnom skončení svojej reformačnej misie odchádza do Nemecka, osobne sa spoznáva s Lutherom a jeho spolupracovníkmi a spolu s nimi pokračuje v kazateľskej práci.Život Konráda Cordata autorka približuje románovým spôsobom, aby po viac ako 500 rokoch predstavila pomerne málo známeho pôvodcu zápiskov Reči pri stole – Konráda Cordata.Číslo vydania 1Jazyky slovenskýPočet strán 256Dátum uvedenia titulu 2023-11-08Rozmery 192x125x29Hmotnosť 312gTypKnihy viazané

Disney - 24 Disney vánočních překvapení

Přečtěte si s dětmi každý den, který zbývá do Vánoc, jednu pohádku. Za každou najdete jednoduchý návod na výrobu vánoční ozdoby nebo jiné maličkosti, se kterou čekání na Ježíška uběhne jako voda. Do tvoření se můžou pustit všichni bez rozdílu věku – navrhnete vánoční přáníčka, napíšete dopis Ježíškovi, vyrobíte dekoraci na stůl v podobě Olafa, objevíte nejrůznější hry, a ještě mnoho dalšího. Krásně ilustrovaná knížka se stane oblíbenou rodinnou tradicí pro kouzelný čas Vánoc.Dátum vydania 2023-10-23Dátum dotlačeVäzba viazaná s laminovaným poťahomDruh titulu knihaPodtitulAutorKolektivPočet strán 144Väzba viazaná s laminovaným poťahomRozmery 195 x 255 mmPoradie vydania vo vydavateľstve 1EdíciaPříběhy pod vánoční stromečekJazyk češtinaŽáner rozprávka, kalendáre pre detiVek 5PrekladateľAdéla MichalíkováNázov origináluJazyk origináluIlustrátor

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The Secret Society of Aunts & Uncles Gyllenhaal Jake

The art of Auntieology and Uncleology is a sacred craft, but ten-year-old Leo has an Uncle Mo-a clueless stationery supply salesman with good intentions-who just doesn't get it. Yet.The Secret Society of Aunts & Uncles is a madcap, magical adventure into the heart of what it means to have an aunt or uncle-how we learn to keep each other close and how we find love in the simplest things.Jake Gyllenhaal and Greta Caruso paint a goofy, loving portrait of one of the most important relationships in children's lives in this funny and heartfelt romp of a picture book with witty and inventive illustrations by award-winning illustrator Dan

Gerontechnology. a Clinical Perspective Pilotto Alberto

This book aims at disseminating information and knowledge in Gerontechnology, a topic that is still considered a specific area of interest for techno-experts (i.e. informatics, engineers, bio-engineers, bio-statistics, etc.) while there is a relatively low diffusion of technological expertise among clinicians and other health professionals who are involved in the care of older people.In many parts of the world, average life expectancy is rising consistently, and at the same time technology is developing at a dramatic pace. This means having completely new options for the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of diseases and disabilities of older people but also a new challenge to improve the quality of life by promoting an active and healthy aging at population level.This book explores the technical developments that are beginning to change the management of diseases and

Sweet Biochemistry: Remembering Structures, Cycles, and Pathways by Mnemonics Kumari Asha

Sweet Biochemistry: Remembering Structures, Cycles, and Pathways by Mnemonics, Second Edition makes biochemistry lively, interesting and memorable by connecting objects, images and stories to biochemistry concepts. Here, Dr. Asha Kumari has converted cycles and difficult pathways into very simple formula and short stories and images to help readers see things in complicated cycles and better visualize biochemistry. As biochemistry is evolving steadily, with new and impactful topics, this new edition has been fully updated to include mnemonics on timely topics in biochemistry such as DNA replication, RNA, transcription, translation, and CRISPR technology, as well as fundamentals of

Kings Bride Chronicles of Urn #1 Michaels Beck

He's the God of Death. She's the bride sent to kill him. Their union may be the end of them both.The Everfrost is ruled by the King in his castle of ice. Some call him the Ice Phoenix, others the God of Death. The clans survive by one law alone: pay the King the homage he is due and never take what belongs to him. But when Sunnva Morkhn's brother falls gravely ill, she will have to do exactly that.Against every warning, she sneaks into the castle to steal the one thing that would save him-a magical rose. But you don't steal from the King and live to tell the tale. When the Ice Phoenix discovers her theft and demands payment, the cost is too steep. Mourning and enraged, she challenges him, only to lose. To spare her clan from the King's wrath, her father offers her as a bride, and for a reason she cannot fathom, the

Lazy City Connolly Rachel

Druh sortimentu : Kniha, Název : Lazy City, Jazyk : Angličtina, Počet strán : 282

The Singers Talk: The Greatest Singers of Our Time Discuss the One Thing They're Never Asked About: Their Voices Gordon...

A groundbreaking collection of inspiring and instructive conversations about the beauty, brutality, discipline, and technique of being a successful singer.These revelatory, frequently funny, and deeply engrossing in-depth interviews provide fans and aspiring singers a backstage pass to the challenges every vocalist faces onstage and in the studio. Packed with never-before-heard stories, The Singers Talk reveals a truly intimate side to these iconic personalities while offering a master class on how the best in their field keep their vocal cords in shape and protect themselves on the road--along with countless other tricks, techniques, strategies, and philosophies to help vocalists at every level perfect the craft of singing. "This is the most geeked out I've ever talked about my voice!" --Thom YorkeThis historic roster of artists includes: Bryan Adams, Tony