How to Be an Epicurean: The Ancient Art of Living Well (Wilson Catherine)(Pevná vazba)

How to Be an Epicurean: The Ancient Art of Living Well (Wilson Catherine)(Pevná vazba)

A leading philosopher shows that if the pursuit of happiness is the question, Epicureanism is the answer Epicureanism has a reputation problem, bringing to mind gluttons with gout or an admonition to eat, drink, and be merry. In How to Be an Epicurean, philosopher Catherine Wilson shows that

How to Win an Argument: An Ancient Guide to the Art of Persuasion (Cicero Marcus Tullius)(Pevná vazba)

Timeless techniques of effective public speaking from ancient Rome's greatest oratorAll of us are faced countless times with the challenge of persuading others, whether we're trying to win a trivial argument with a friend or convince our coworkers about an important decision. Instead of relying on

True Enough (Elgin Catherine Z.)(Pevná vazba)

The development of an epistemology that explains how science and art embody and convey understanding.Philosophy valorizes truth, holding that there can never be epistemically good reasons to accept a known falsehood, or to accept modes of justification that are not truth conducive. How can this

How to Be a Leader: An Ancient Guide to Wise Leadership (Plutarch)(Pevná vazba)

Timeless advice on how to be a successful leader in any field The ancient biographer and essayist Plutarch thought deeply about the leadership qualities of the eminent Greeks and Romans he profiled in his famous--and massive--Lives, including politicians and generals such as Pericles, Alexander the

Elegant Simplicity: The Art of Living Well (Kumar Satish)(Pevná vazba)

'A profound and accessible guide to an ecological civilization of peace, material sufficiency, and spiritual abundance for all.' --David Korten, international-bestselling author of When Corporations Rule the World Consumerism drives the pursuit of happiness in much of the world, yet as wealth

How to Be Content: An Ancient Poet's Guide for an Age of Excess (Horace)(Pevná vazba)

What the Roman poet Horace can teach us about how to live a life of contentment What are the secrets to a contented life? One of Rome's greatest and most influential poets, Horace (65-8 BCE) has been cherished by readers for more than two thousand years not only for his wit, style, and reflections

The Art of Parsi Cooking: Reviving an Ancient Cuisine (Mavalvala Niloufer)(Pevná vazba)

How to Be Free: An Ancient Guide to the Stoic Life (Epictetus)(Pevná vazba)

A superb new edition of Epictetus's famed handbook on Stoicism--translated by one of the world's leading authorities on Stoic philosophyBorn a slave, the Roman Stoic philosopher Epictetus (c. 55-135 AD) taught that mental freedom is supreme, since it can liberate one anywhere, even in a prison. In

How to Be an Art Rebel (Street Ben)(Pevná vazba)

Under the playful guidance of Leo, an art rebel cat with a cause, this book takes young readers on an alternative tour of an art museum to discover eight different types of art: portraits, surrealism, ancient sculpture, abstract art, naked people in art, still-life paintings, and contemporary

How to Be a Hepburn in a Kardashian World: The Art of Living with Style, Class, and Grace (Christy Jordan)(Pevná vazba)

Jordan Christy shares advice on how to be the most confident version of yourself, in this fully revised and updated edition derived from How to Be a Hepburn in a Hilton World.Though fashions may change, certain things never go out of style -- like your favorite little black dress that can take you

Art of Conversation - How Talking Improves Lives (Blyth Catherine)(Paperback / softback)

Ever wanted to be the most interesting person in the room? Let Catherine Blyth take you on an entertaining tour of the neglected art of conversation. You'll never think of talk as cheap ever again

Immune - How Your Body Defends and Protects You (Carver Catherine)(Pevná vazba)

The human body is like an exceedingly well-fortified castle, defended by billions of soldiers--some live for less than a day, others remember battles for decades, but all are essential in protecting us from disease. This hidden army is our immune system, and without it we could not survive the

How to Live Well with Diabetes: A Comprehensive Guide to Taking Control of Your Life with Diabetes (Wilson Val)(Paperback)

The essential guide to living well with diabetes, written by an expert who has lived with the condition for more than four decades. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been living with diabetes for some time, this book will help you understand your diagnosis so you can manage and live well with

The Nordic Book of Runes: Learn to Use This Ancient Code for Insight, Direction, and Divination (Dee Jonathan)(Pevná vazba)

A guide to the secrets of rune-reading, an ancient predictive art, that teaches you how to lay out runes and interpret them instantly. This handy guide to the secrets of rune-reading, an ancient predictive art, teaches you how to lay out runes and interpret them instantly. Runes (meaning a secret

How to Be a Friend: An Ancient Guide to True Friendship (Cicero Marcus Tullius)(Pevná vazba)

A splendid new translation of one of the greatest books on friendship ever writtenIn a world where social media, online relationships, and relentless self-absorption threaten the very idea of deep and lasting friendships, the search for true friends is more important than ever. In this short book,

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

Short History of the Art of Distillation (Forbes R. J.)(Pevná vazba)

Distillation is an art. And even an ancient one. It is strange to find that the history of this oldest and still most important method of producing chemically pure substances has ever been written. The reader looking at the bibliography appended to this book might object that many data existed

Aquarius: The Art of Living Well and Finding Happiness According to Your Star Sign (Kirkman Sally)(Pevná vazba)

You are an Aquarius. You are the innovative thinker and social agent of the zodiac. The signs of the zodiac can give us great insight into our day-to-day living as well as the many talents and qualities we possess. But in an increasingly unpredictable world, how can we make sense of them? And what

Classical Art: A Life History from Antiquity to the Present (Vout Caroline)(Pevná vazba)

How did the statues of ancient Greece wind up dictating art history in the West? How did the material culture of the Greeks and Romans come to be seen as 'classical' and as 'art'? What does 'classical art' mean across time and place? In this ambitious, richly illustrated book, art historian and

Aries: The Art of Living Well and Finding Happiness According to Your Star Sign (Kirkman Sally)(Pevná vazba)

You are an Aries. You are the pioneer and warrior of the zodiac. The signs of the zodiac can give us great insight into our day-to-day living as well as the many talents and qualities we possess. But in an increasingly unpredictable world, how can we make sense of them? And what do they mean? This

Japanese Woodblock Print Workshop: A Modern Guide to the Ancient Art of Mokuhanga (Vollmer April)(Pevná vazba)

An inspirational how-to course on Japanese woodblock printing's history and techniques, with guidance on materials and studio practices, step-by-step demonstrations, and examples of finished works by modern masters of the medium as well as historic pieces. A Modern Guide to the Ancient Art of

Patina Living (Giannetti Steve)(Pevná vazba)

The heartwarming story of how the Giannetties live and entertain in the well-designed and lushly planted gardens of their farm in Ojai, California.An intimate look at life on Patina Farm enjoying the interplay of rustic and modern European farmhouse charm--including the sheds, outbuildings and

Dinosaur Art: The World's Greatest Paleoart (White Steve)(Pevná vazba)

A paleoartist is an illustrator who specialises in the science and art of reconstructing ancient animals and their world. In 'Dinosaur Art,' ten of the top contemporary paleoartists reveal a selection of their work and exclusively discuss their working methods and distinct styles. Filled with

Simply Ancient Grains: Fresh and Flavorful Whole Grain Recipes for Living Well [A Cookbook] (Speck Maria)(Pevná vazba)

The award-winning author of Ancient Grains for Modern Meals, Maria Speck makes cooking with ancient grains faster, more intuitive, and easier than ever before in this collection of recipes, most of which are gluten-free. From black rice to red quinoa to golden Kamut berries, ancient grains are