Imperial China: A Beginner's Guide (Lorge Peter)(Paperback)

Imperial China: A Beginner's Guide (Lorge Peter)(Paperback)

In 221 BCE, the Qin state conquered its neighbours and created the first unified Chinese empire in history. So began the imperial era, where dynasties claiming divine assent ruled for more than 2,000 years. It was a period of immense change and claims to consistency. As borders shifted and rulers

Ethics: A Beginner's Guide (Cave Peter)(Paperback)

Basics - A Beginner's Guide to Stage Lighting (Coleman Peter)(Paperback / softback)

Humanism: A Beginner's Guide (Cave Peter)(Paperback)

The quintessential guide to living a meaningful life without God. Why should we believe in God without any evidence? How can there be meaning in life when death is final? With historical adherents including such thinkers as Einstein, Freud, Philip Pullman, and Frank Zappa, 'Humanism''s central

Everyday Life in Early Imperial China (Loewe Michael)(Paperback / softback)

Imperial China 900-1800 (Mote F. W.)(Paperback)

This is a history of China for the 900-year time span of the late imperial period. A senior scholar of this epoch, F. W. Mote highlights the personal characteristics of the rulers and dynasties and probes the cultural theme of Chinese adaptations to recurrent alien rule. No other work provides a

The Bonsai Beginner's Bible (Chan Peter)(Paperback)

A compact guide to everything bonsai. The Japanese and Chinese have been creating bonsai trees for centuries and it is now an internationally popular pastime. This compact and stylish guide will provide everything you need to know to grow bonsai successfully, including shaping with wires, watering,

Chinese Martial Arts (Lorge Peter a.)(Paperback)

In the global world of the twenty-first century, martial arts are practiced for self-defense and sporting purposes only. However, for thousands of years, they were a central feature of military practice in China and essential for the smooth functioning of society. Individuals who were adept in

The Beginner's Guide to Raising Chickens: How to Raise a Happy Backyard Flock (Kuo Anne)(Paperback)

A beginner's guide to ruling the roost and raising happy backyard chickens The Beginner's Guide to Raising Chickens makes it easy to start keeping these surprisingly smart birds right in your own backyard. From constructing coops to rearing chicks, you'll learn everything you need to know to make

Surfing: A Beginner's Guide (Alderson Alf)(Paperback)

Surfing: A Beginner's Guide has been the go-to surf book for beginners since 1996. This third edition, now with the endorsement of Surfing England, takes you through all the vital steps to become a surfer: you will learn where to surf, when to surf and how to surf safely.You will learn the

The Beginner's Guide to Essential Oils: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started (Anthis Christina)(Paperback)

The essential beginner's guide to healing with essential oils. The Beginner's Guide to Essential Oils puts the power of natural healing in your hands. This simple guide distills the knowledge you need to unlock the potential of commonly found essential oils. Start making nourishing, all-natural,

Uml: A Beginner's Guide (Roff Jason)(Paperback)

Christianity: A Beginner's Guide (Ward Keith)(Paperback)

Modern Slavery: A Beginner's Guide (Bales Kevin)(Paperback)

Written by the world's leading experts and campaigners, Modern Slavery: A Beginner's Guide blends original research with shocking first-hand accounts from slaves themselves around the world to reveal the truth behind one of the worst humanitarian crises facing us today. Only a handful of slaves are

Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Drawing (Publishing 3dtotal)(Paperback)

Invaluable tutorials and insightful tips make Beginner's Guide to Fantasy Drawing a perfect start to your fantasy art

Beginner's Guide to Drawing Portraits (Massey Carole)(Paperback)

Beginner's Guide to the iPhone (Kantaris Noel)(Paperback / softback)

The Times Beginner's Guide to Bridge (Robson Andrew)(Paperback)

Networking: A Beginner's Guide, Sixth Edition (Hallberg Bruce)(Paperback)

Beginner's Guide to Colourwork Knitting (Austin Ella)(Paperback / softback)

How to Play Harmonica: A Complete Guide for Beginners (Brocksmith Blake)(Paperback)

This easy-to-understand beginner's guide provides an introduction to playing the harmonica and includes helpful information about basic techniques, tools, and music knowledge. Learn to play the harmonica with this step-by-step guide perfect for beginners. With just this book and your harmonica in

Beginner's Guide to Creating Characters in Blender (Publishing 3dtotal)(Paperback)

Beginner's Guide to Creating Characters in Blender gives those interested in this versatile, expansive tool all the information they need to enter

Bonsai: The Art of Growing and Keeping Miniature Trees (Chan Peter)(Paperback)

For everyone from beginners to masters, an essential full-color guide to growing, grooming, and caring for your bonsai tree. Bonsai is the ancient craft of carefully regulating the growth and shape of trees in order to produce miniature versions of mature trees. Dating back over one thousand years

Beginner's Guide to Digital Painting in Photoshop: Characters (3DTotal Publishing)(Paperback)

Following the very successful Beginner's Guide to Digital Painting in Photoshop, this latest book explores techniques used in character