Cloth That Changed the World: The Art and Fashion of Indian Chintz (Fee Sarah)(Pevná vazba)

Cloth That Changed the World: The Art and Fashion of Indian Chintz (Fee Sarah)(Pevná vazba)

The story of India's exuberantly colored textiles that made their mark on design, technology, and trade around the world Chintz, a type of multicolored printed or painted cotton cloth, originated in India yet exerted influence far beyond its home shores: it became a driving force of the spice

100 Novels That Changed the World - Colin Salter

A look at 100 inspiring novels that have left a significant mark on the world of literature and popular culture. Before the novel, the world of books was dominated by scientific tomes, religious tracts and histories of the victorious in war. There had been stories and epic poems from ancient times

How to Make Clothes That Fit and Flatter: Step-by-Step Instructions for Women Who Like to Sew (Margolis Adele)(Pevná vazba)

In the world of fashion, finding the perfect fit is an art. To be truly well-dressed requires more than an elegant design or a prestigious brand name. Rather, the key to looking your best comes down to knowing where a garment should fit, and what to do when it doesn't. But fortunately, attaining

Science Year by Year - The Ultimate Visual Guide to the Discoveries That Changed the World (DK)(Pevná vazba)

Offers a guide to the discoveries that changed the world. This title looks at our heritage of invention and explores how science has shaped the past and how it may shape the

A Kind of Magic: Art Deco Vanity Cases (Hue-Williams Sarah)(Pevná vazba)

The euphoria that swept Europe and America in the wake of World War I was breathtaking. War was over, perhaps forever, technology was rapidly shrinking the world and improving our lives within it, and, all over, people seemed to be making easy fortunes in business and the stock market. Few material

Harry Styles: and the clothes he wears - Terry Newman

A guide to the style of Harry Styles, a 21st-century fashion icon Over 100 pictures of Harry and the pop-idols who have influenced his sartorial taste The perfect gift for fans and fashionistas “I’m incredibly lucky to have an environment where I feel comfortable being myself.” – Harry

100 Speeches That Changed the World (Salter Colin)(Pevná vazba)

The history of the world as witnessed through the most inspiring, rousing, and memorable speeches ever given. Throughout history, passionate orators have rallied nations, challenged accepted beliefs, and changed the course of history. Colin Salter has identified one-hundred of history's most

Fashion and the Art of Pochoir - The Golden Age of Illustration in Paris (Calahan April)(Pevná vazba)

The 1910s and 1920s witnessed an outpouring of luxury fashion publications that used a hand-stenciling technique known as pochoir (French for stencil). This highly refined, painterly technique, which consists of applying layers of gouache paint or watercolor to achieve bold blocks of saturated

Fashion, New Edition: The Definitive Visual Guide (DK)(Pevná vazba)

Is fashion your passion? Unlock the language of clothes with this ultimate fashion show that traces people's dress over the past 3000 years. Fashion is a visual feast, packed with stunning illustrations of 1,500 costumes from around the globe. It celebrates famous trendsetters, designers, and

100 Ideas That Changed Art: (A Concise Resource Covering the Forces That Have Shaped World Art) (Bird Michael)(Paperback)

From the earliest cave paintings through to the internet and street art, 100 Ideas that Changed Art chronicles the 100 most influential ideas that have shaped the world of art. Arranged in broadly chronological order, it provides a unique and compelling take on the history of art. The book shows

Mayflower - The perilous voyage that changed the world (Romero Libby)(Pevná vazba)

Transported: 50 Vehicles That Changed the World - Matt Ralphs

A fascinating book about the vehicles that have shaped our world, written by narrowboat captain and children's author Matt Ralphs, with stunning colour illustrations on every page by Rui Ricardo.From ancient chariots and Viking longships to racing cars, rockets and solar-powered aeroplanes, our

Insects that Run Our World: The Predators and The Prey (Ridley Sarah)(Pevná vazba)

A series for young children that explains the vital importance of insects to our

The Pursuit of Happiness: Philosophical and Psychological Foundations of Utility (Narens Louis)(Pevná vazba)

Utilitarianism began as a movement for social reform that changed the world, based on the ideal of maximizing pleasure and minimizing pain. There is a tendency to enter into debates for and against the ethical doctrine of Utilitarianism without a clear understanding of its basic concepts. The

Blazing a Trail: Irish Women Who Changed the World (Webb Sarah)(Pevná vazba)

A book for everyone who dreams of changing the world.From fearless aviator, Lady Mary Heath, the first woman in the world to parachute from an aeroplane, to Margaret Bulkley, the 18th-century surgeon who lived as a man, meet 28 remarkable Irish women who have taken the world by storm.You may have

How to Make Clothes That Fit and Flatter: Step-by-Step Instructions for Women (Margolis Adele)(Paperback)

In the world of fashion, finding the perfect fit is an art. To be truly well-dressed requires more than an elegant design or a prestigious brand name. Rather, the key to looking your best comes down to knowing where a garment should fit, and what to do when it doesn't. But fortunately, attaining

50 Codes that Changed the World: . . . And Your Chance to Solve Them! - Sinclair McKay

A CUNNING CHRONICLE OF THE 50 CODES THAT ALTERED THE COURSE OF HISTORY AND CHANGED THE WORLDFrom the bestselling author of Bletchley Park Brainteasers and The Scotland Yard Puzzle Book.There have been secret codes since before the Old Testament, and there were secret codes in the Old Testament too

Geometry & Art: How Mathematics Transformed Art During the Renaissance (Wade David)(Pevná vazba)

A definitive look at how geometry changed the world of art forever. Geometry & Art follows the artists of the Renaissance, whose search for perspective and visual depth led them to the study of geometry. Influencing the work of artists such as Paulo Uccello, Piero della Francesco, and Leonardo Da

Bigger Picture - Women Who Changed the Art World (Bennett Sophia)(Pevná vazba)

100 Posters That Changed the World (Salter Colin)(Pevná vazba)

A collection of the world's most memorable, provocative, best-selling and groundbreaking posters from Johannes Gutenberg to Barack Obama. Classic posters from the last 300 years and the stories behind them. Posters have always been designed to seek an immediate response. From the time when paper

Girl Squads: 20 Female Friendships That Changed History (Maggs Sam)(Pevná vazba)

A fun and feisty tour of famous girl BFFs from history who stuck together and changed the world. Spanning art, science, politics, activism, and sports, these 20 diverse profiles show just how essential female friendship have been across history and around the world. In this engaging and

Textiles of the Banjara: Cloth and Culture of a Wandering Tribe (Kwon Charllotte)(Pevná vazba)

The Banjara, - an ethnic group composed of semi-nomadic tribes found throughout the Indian subcontinent, are renowned for their highly colorful textiles. Embellished with mirrors, shells, and intricate embroidery, Banjara work displays a surprisingly modern aesthetic. Created to showcase embroidery

The Blues: A Visual History: 100 Years of Music That Changed the World (Evans Mike)(Pevná vazba)

Charting the history of the blues from its rural roots in the American South and focusing on the key musicians and singers who brought it recognition worldwide, The Blues: A Visual History is a unique and fully illustrated account of the development of the blues. This deceptively simple, 12-bar

Me and My World: My Friends (Ridley Sarah)(Pevná vazba)

A series that helps young children navigate the tricky world of relationships at home, school and