The Possibility of an Absolute Architecture (Aureli Pier Vittorio)(Paperback)

Toward an Architecture of Enjoyment (Lefebvre Henri)(Paperback)

Toward an Architecture of Enjoyment is the first publication in any language of the only book devoted to architecture by Henri Lefebvre. Written in 1973 but only recently discovered in a private archive, this work extends Lefebvre's influential theory of urban space to the question of architecture

Radical Normal: Propositions for the Architecture of the City (Lampugnani Vittorio Magnago)(Paperback)

The cycle of production and consumption, artificially accelerated by advertising and marketing, has characterised our society for decades. This cycle has recently also taken hold of the architecture of the city, leading to a waste that is both economically and ecologically unacceptable. The

Guide to the Architecture of London (Jones Edward)(Paperback)

'The definitive guide to London's architecture' INDEPENDENT London has an unrivalled richness of architecture, from its squares and houses to its palaces and churches. This is the only guide to cover all of London's building history, from its Roman foundation to the massive expansion of the 19th

Modern Architecture (Colquhoun Alan)(Paperback)

Colquhoun, an eminent scholar in the field of architecture, offers here a new account of international modernism that explores the complex motivations behind this revolutionary movement and assesses its triumphs and failures. The book focuses on the work of the main architects of the movement such

The Future of Modular Architecture (Wallance David)(Paperback)

The Future of Modular Architecture presents an unprecedented proposal for mass-customized mid- and high-rise modular housing that can be manufactured and distributed on a global scale. Advocating for the adoption of open-source design based on a new modular standard, the book shows how the

Pathways to Possibility - Transform your outlook on life with the bestselling author of The Art of Possibility (Zander Rosamund Stone)(Paperback / softback)

Essentials of Computer Architecture (Comer Douglas)(Paperback)

This easy to read textbook provides an introduction to computer architecture, while focusing on the essential aspects of hardware that programmers need to know. The topics are explained from a programmer's point of view, and the text emphasizes consequences for programmers. Divided in five parts,

Secrets of the Starcrossed (O'Connor Clara)(Paperback / softback)

An absolute must-read for fans of Shadow and

A Short History of German Philosophy (Hsle Vittorio)(Paperback)

The story of German philosophy from the Middle Ages to todayIn an accessible narrative that explains complex ideas in clear language, Vittorio H sle traces the evolution of German philosophy and describes its central influence on other aspects of German culture, including literature, politics, and

Minds Without Meanings: An Essay on the Content of Concepts (Fodor Jerry A.)(Paperback)

Two prominent thinkers argue for the possibility of a theory of concepts that takes reference to be concepts' sole semantic property.In cognitive science, conceptual content is frequently understood as the 'meaning' of a mental representation. This position raises largely empirical questions about

A Visual Dictionary of Architecture (Ching Francis D. K.)(Paperback)

The classic, bestselling reference on architecture now revised and expanded An essential one-volume reference of architectural topics using Francis D.K. Ching's signature presentation. It is the only dictionary that provides concise, accurate definitions illustrated with finely detailed,

Piero Manzoni: An Artist's Life (Gualdoni Flaminio)(Paperback)

Piero Manzoni was one of the most radically inventive artists of the twentieth century whose work continues to challenge the definitions of artistic sovereignty and virtuosity to this day. Immediately upon his death in 1963 at the age of thirty, Piero Manzoni's reputation as a provocateur and wild

Renaissance Woman: The Life of Vittoria Colonna (Targoff Ramie)(Paperback)

A biography of Vittoria Colonna, a confidante of Michelangelo, the scion of one of the most powerful families of her era, and a pivotal figure in the Italian Renaissance Ramie Targoff's Renaissance Woman tells of the most remarkable woman of the Italian Renaissance: Vittoria Colonna, Marchesa of

Architecture in the 20th Century - Peter Gössel, Gabriele Leuthäuserová

The architecture of the 20th century is distinguished by an astonishing diversity. Just as the clash of aesthetic and commercial ambitions nevertheless produced many a happy symbiosis, so the purist and the expressive, the monumental and the picturesque came face to face. From lofty 'starchitects'

Tarot and Psychology: Spectrums of Possibility (Rosengarten Ph. D. Arthur)(Paperback)

This book provides an approach for understanding the psychological and spiritual possibilities of human experience, through Tarot

Medieval Church Architecture (Cannon Jon)(Paperback)

By the end of the medieval period, Britain's churches already had an architectural heritage of one thousand years, much of which remains on view today. This guide by architectural historian Jon Cannon uses high-quality photographs and diagrams to help us to analyze the leading changes in style from

Chinese Architecture: A History (Steinhardt Nancy)(Pevná vazba)

An unprecedented survey of the origins and evolution of Chinese architecture, from the last millennia BCE to today Throughout history, China has maintained one of the world's richest built civilizations. The nation's architectural achievements range from its earliest walled cities and the First

Understanding Trans Health: Discourse, Power and Possibility (Pearce Ruth)(Paperback)

This is the first book to provide an in-depth sociological examination of the contemporary social and material conditions of health for transgender people. It draws upon the findings of a six-year ethnographic project in the United Kingdom that looked at the challenges faced by trans patients and

Almost, Not: The Architecture of Atelier Nishikata (Van Duzer Leslie)(Paperback)

Almost, Not: The Architecture of Atelier Nishikata is the story of a remarkable architecture practice in Tokyo. Partners Reiko Nishio and Hirohito Ono have built just four residential works, until now remaining little-known outside of Japan. But the extraordinary, almost-ordinary quality of their

Candlestick Charts: An Introduction to Using Candlestick Charts (Lambert Clive)(Paperback)

The aim of this book is to introduce candlestick analysis to anyone from an absolute beginner to an experienced market professional. The text is written to be simple enough for someone new to the topic, but should not exclude those with more experience. The author's aim is to change the simple

Landscapes of Modern Architecture

An authoritative study of the interrelationship between modern architecture, landscape, and site strategy as viewed through the work of five prominent architects Modern architects are often condemned for a seeming disregard of site considerations such as climate, topography, and existing

Sunny Song Will Never Be Famous (Park Suzanne)(Paperback)

An NPR Best Book of the YearA PopSugar Best Book of June!An absolute joy to read. I completely demolished it one sitting.--NPR.orgNominated to the 2022 YALSA Quick Picks for Young Adult Reluctant Readers listA 2021 Junior Library Guild Young Adults SelectionKorean American social media influencer

Defying Hitler - A Memoir (Haffner Sebastian)(Paperback / softback)

An absolute classic of autobiography and history - one of the few books to explore how and why the Germans were seduced by Hitler and Nazism. 'If you have never read a book about Nazi Germany before, or if you have already read a thousand, I would urge you to read DEFYING HITLER. It sings with

The Complete Enneagram: 27 Paths to Greater Self-Knowledge (Chestnut Beatrice)(Paperback)

The Enneagram--a universal symbol of human purpose and possibility--is an excellent tool for doing the hardest part of consciousness work: realizing, owning, and accepting your strengths and weaknesses. In this comprehensive handbook, Beatrice Chestnut, PhD, traces the development of the