S. Sudjojono dilahirkan di Kisaran, Tebing Tinggi, Sumatra Utara. Hal itu tidak diragukan. Tapi Kapan? Tentang hal ini tak ada kepastian. Jangankan tanggal dan bulannya, tahunnya juga tidak. Tapi mestinya sekitar tahun 1913. Meskipun begitu, generasi muda kita patut tahu siapa S. Sudjojono itu. Dia adalah salah seorang pelukis ternama Indonesia. Perannya di bidang seni lukis pantas kita ketahui…
The cool story of volcanoes will intrigue kids and adults alike. Hot melted rock from the middle of our planet forces its way up through cracks in the Earth's crusts, exploding violently and sometimes unexpectedly in volcanic fury that can terrorize populations for months, even years. Anne Schreiber's narrative gives readers a little of the science, a little of the history, and a lot of the act…
This powerful classroom toolkit provides a variety of additional resources to help you make the most of the Write Source - SkillsBook Practice for essential mechanics, usage, and grammar skills (SkillsBook Teacher's Edition also included.)- Assessment Book Copymasters for a pretest, interim tests, and posttests to help prepare students for stare assessments- Overhead Transparencies Graphic orga…
This Companion, first published in 2000, provides a comprehensive view of Beethoven and his work. The first part of the book presents the composer as a private individual, as a professional, and at the work-place, discussing biographical problems, Beethoven's professional activities when not composing and his methods as a composer. In the heart of the book, individual chapters are devoted to al…
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…