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Thirty-nine carefully researched, excellently rendered illustrations depict ancient burial platforms, the funeral of a Choctaw chief, Natchez warriors of 1758, Seminole women preparing a meal,...
This dictionary-format reference presents the German word, its definition, a sentence in German to show context, and the English translation. Quick reference charts offer tips on vocabulary and...
In this concise text, the distinguished American philosopher John Dewey compiled excerpts from the massive Progress and Poverty to provide those unfamiliar with Henry George's work with the...
100 attractive and versatile patterns for craftworkers at all levels of expertise — lighthouses on rocky coastlines, graceful seashells, majestic sailing ships, playful dolphins, and other...
From a racing master, all the knowledge you need to make your boat go faster and safer in any condition In Performance Sailing and Racing, Steve Colgate explains how to improve your sailing and...
Features coverage of Struts 1.3, the framework used to create flexible, high-performance web applications. This book includes insider tips, tricks, and techniques.
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These influential compositions are the work of a prolific 18th-century contrapuntist. Renowned for his technical mastery and fluent command of melody, Telemann was much admired aby such...
Instructions for making 23 "granny-type" squares based upon quilt block patterns including such favorites as Log Cabin, Streak of Lightning, Baby Block, and Indian Hatchet. 81 illustrations.
In addition to the acclaimed title poem, this collection includes "The Rape of the Lock," "Ode on Solitude," "The Dying Christian to His Soul," "An Essay on...
A pattern-based approach to abdominal imaging§Diagnostic Abdominal Imaging provides a detailed pattern-based approach to abdominal imaging interpretation. Because it is organized żeby imaging...
Six enduring masterpieces in which Haydn shaped the early form of the symphony. Included are the "Surprise" Symphony (No. 94) and the "Miracle" Symphony (No. 96). Reproduced from an...
One of the greatest experimental scientists of all time, Michael Faraday (1791-1867) essentially created the science of electrochemistry,developing the first electric motor, electric generator, and...
Comprehensive, lavishly illustrated reference work provides biographical/career data for major designers (Adrian, Jean Louis, Edith Head, more). Updated to 1988, with over 400 new film credits. 177...
According to legend, this monument of keyboard literature was written for one of Bach's students, who played it to soothe and entertain his insomniac master. Starting the theme with a stately...
Drawn from a rare 1924 source by a noted scholar, over 4,500 outstanding examples of antique ironwork run the gamut from door knockers and grilles to jewelry and religious symbols.
Deliver state-of-the-art applications with visually stunning UIs. This book shows you how to work with the latest JavaFX APIs, configure UI components, automatically generate FXML, build...
The first comprehensive treatment of quantum physics in any language, this classic introduction to basic theory remains highly recommended and widely used, both as a text and as a reference. 1954...
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Classic "how-to" book covers everything from winding yarn and fundamental stitches to making patterns and garments, blocking, and more with over 250 technique diagrams illustrating every...