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Certain artists stand out among their contemporaries; they were prodigies, master artists. Biographical and critical details on sixty master artists, along with over one hundred color reproductions of great works, illuminate the pages of this beautiful, informative volume.
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Lesbian. Bisexual. Queer. Transgender. Straight. Curious. This book is for everyone, regardless of gender or sexual preference. This book is for anyone who's ever dared to wonder. This book is for YOU. There's a long-running joke that, after "coming out," a lesbian, gay guy, bisexual, or trans person should receive a membership card and instruction manual. THIS IS THAT INSTRUCTION MANUAL. You're welcome. Inside you'll find the answers to all the questions...
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"America Redux explores the themes that create our shared sense of American identity and interrogates the myths we've been telling ourselves for centuries. With iconic American catchphrases as chapter titles, these twenty-one visual stories illuminate the astonishing, unexpected, sometimes darker sides of history that reverberate in our society to this very day--from the role of celebrity in immigration policy to the influence of one small group of...
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Here are the life stories of such diverse figures as Vivaldi, Mozart, Scott Joplin, Nadia Boulanger, and Woody Guthrie. Readers will learn of both their musical natures and the personal, humorous characteristics that make their lives so fascinating. Living, breathing anecdotes--the stuff of which the best biography is made.
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Most people can name some famous artists and recognize their best-known works. But what's behind all that painting, drawing, and sculpting? What was Leonardo da Vinci's snack of choice while he painted Mona Lisa's mysterious smile? Why did Georgia O'Keeffe find bones so appealing? Who called Diego Rivera "Frog-Face"? And what is it about artists that makes both their work and their lives so fascinating-to themselves, to their curious neighbors, and...
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During a fifty-year period, an artistic movement developed in America that was based on Romanticism and inspired by the wild areas in the vicinity of New York's Hudson River. The first native American school of landscape painting included artists Thomas Cole, Asher Brown Durand, and Thomas Doughty as well as Frederic Church, Thomas Moran, and Albert Bierstadt. While most of these artists did not think of themselves as belonging to a movement, they...
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"Blood, Bullets, and Bones provides young readers with a fresh and fascinating look at the ever-evolving science of forensics. Since the introduction of DNA testing, forensic science has been in the forefront of the public's imagination, thanks especially to popular television shows like CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. But forensic analysis has been practiced for thousands of years. Ancient Chinese detectives studied dead bodies for signs of foul...
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Presenting concise overviews of artists and movements that are uniquely American, these volumes distill the essence of their subjects with authoritative texts and lavish illustrations. A beautiful overview of the life and work of the greatest American woman artist of the modern age, illustrated with full-color reproductions from the early flowers of the New York years to the bleached bones and awe-inspiring landscapes of the Southwest
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Skin is the foundation. Caroline Hirons knows skin. An established industry expert and facialist, she knows what works, what doesn't, what you need and most importantly, what you absolutely do not. This book will show you how to choose the right product for your skin based on your age, skin concerns and budget. Whether you are a skincare pro or find yourself completely overwhelmed by the volume of information out there, this book is for you. Where...
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Jungle Facts & Figures takes the reader deep into the jungles of Borneo, the Congo, Papua New Guinea, and the Amazon River Basin. Learn about the legend of the monkey god and the mysterious lost city of Z. Discover the many products that come from rain forests that are useful to mankind. Explore interesting facts and data on different types of jungles, unique forest bugs, and unique creatures and plants. This book also goes into detail about the threats...
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Frank Lloyd Wright, born in Wisconsin, is the avatar of American architecture. Both before and after World War I, the boldness and innovation of Wright's buildings, built largely in the Midwest, established his reputation as a leading architect. As his career progressed, Wright became discouraged with the confinement of cities and moved to develop his ideas for buildings in harmony with the natural world. Today, many years after his death, not only...
14) Jungle wildlife
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Some of the most amazing and unique animals on the planet live in the jungles of the world. From the tigers roaming the rain forests of Asia, to the gorillas in the mists of central Africa's jungles, and the rare pink dolphins at play in the Amazon, Jungle Wildlife has them all. This book will introduce you to animals you have never heard of and tell you what you want to know about some of your favorites. Find out about everything from eating and...
15) Jungle tribes
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Take a close up look at the lives of several of the hundreds of jungle tribes who share our planet with us in the pages of Jungle Tribes. Some of these tribes lead a primitive existence without the use of any modern technology, while others have assimilated into modern society. Come along with us to four different regions of the world-the Amazon River Basin, Borneo, New Guinea and Central Africa-where life is still wild and untamed! Jungle Tribes...
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The teenage phenoms behind the viral video game Tampon Run share the story of their experience at Girls Who Code and their rise to fame, plus a look at starts-ups, women in tech, and the power of coding. This book includes bonus content to help you get started coding.
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Sex: An Uncensored Introduction provides honest, in-depth information about sex, sexual orientation, masturbation, foreplay, birth control options, and protection against disease. This revised and updated edition includes updated information about everything from STIs to new sex-related legislation as well as brand new sections on sexting, online dating and safety, and sex-related bullying of all kinds. The hilariously straightforward contents of...
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