In the history of Western music, J. S. Bach is unsurpassed in mastery of technique and profundity of thought. He was also a devout Lutheran with a broad knowledge of Scripture and theology. Given Bach's combination of musical prowess, personal devotion, and theological depth, it is not surprising that his music stands unexcelled among artistic expressions of the Christian faith. With the passag…
For over two and a half decades, as the founding director and creative force behind Designers Guild, Tricia Guild has been at the cutting edge of contemporary interior design. Her innate ability to mix vibrant colour and pattern and her imaginative use of modern arts and crafts translates particularly well to the challenges of city living. A passionate urbanite, who flies frequently between the…
From classic bangles and baubles to avant-garde sculptural pieces and body ornaments, this collection of striking photographs showcases the finest work of more than 80 jewelry designers. An eminent jeweler discusses the subject in all its aspects: materials, methods, aesthetics, and the interaction between the wearer and the ring, necklace, or brooch. With such wonderful pieces as Annelies Plan…
In 1943 Great Britain, when hope and the moral fabric of society were threatened by the relentless inhumanity of global war, an Oxford don was invited to give a series of radio lectures addressing the central issues of Christianity. Over seventy years after the original lectures, the topic retains it urgency. Expanded into book form, Mere Christianity never flinches as it sets out a rational ba…
Have you ever been pelted by driving rain? Are you frightened by the sound of thunder and the sight of lightning? Thunderstroms can be one of nature's most awesome displays. Find out all about rain, lightning, and thunder in this action-packed book. Plus, build your Smart Word science vocabulary and boost your science comprehension skills.
Re-experience the wonders of flight with 'Paper Airplanes That Really Fly!', an exciting new series of books with papercraft kits of model airplanes that actually fly! These totally unique model airplanes are three-dimensional and have wings, stabilisers, struts, wheels and fuselages, as well as authentic colours and markings. With the simplest of tools, you can easily make graceful, gemlike…
Can learning about punctuation really be fun? You bet--in Elsa Knight Bruno's Punctuation Celebration, featuring illustrations by Jenny Whitehead. Punctuation marks come alive in this clever picture book featuring fourteen playful poems. Periods stop sentences in a baker's shop, commas help a train slow down, quotation marks tell people what to do, and colons stubbornly introduce lists. This…
Setiap mainan dan permainan anak, melatih setiap anak yang bermain - melalui aturan, kesepakatan, dan sistem - untuk patuh pada permainan dan mainan itu sendiri. Patuh, adalah hal yang paling mendasar dalam terlaksananya sebuah permainan, tanpa tinduk dan patuh pada aturan dan sistem sebuah permainan, mustahil permainan iru dapat dilaksanakan. Mainan dan permainan juga secara langsung mengajar…
Historians refer to the period from 770 BC to 476 BC in Chinese history as the Spring and Autumn Period. This period was one of drastic social and economic changes, complex political rivalry, frequent military struggles, and brilliant academic and cultural advancement. This was the interim of Chinese civilization between its ancient and medieval periods.
Sejarah memang selalu mengagumkan dengan segala rentetan peristiwa yang membentuknya, seperti kebangkitan dan keruntuhan dinasti dan kerajaan, peralihan dan perubahan peristiwa, juga kemenangan dan tragedi individu. Buku ini diharapkan mampu meningkatkan pemahaman tentang peradaban dengan cara yang menyenangkan sehingga Anda mendapatkan pemahaman yang lebih mendalam tentang dunia saat ini.