"A rich, entertaining, and profound reading experience". — The New York Times "[The] most comprehensive saga of how America became involved in Vietnam... Zobraziť viac
At age eleven, Michael Kenna developed his first roll of black and white film in a makeshift darkroom at St. Joseph's College, Upholland, the seminary he attended with the idea of becoming a Catholic priest... Zobraziť viac
After over a decade of Bitcoin, which has now moved beyond lore and hype into an increasingly robust star in the firmament of global assets, a new and more important question has arisen. What happens beyond Bitcoin? ... Zobraziť viac
In March 2001 the world watched in disbelief as explosives of Al-Qaeda and the Taliban reduced the gigantic Buddha statues at Bamiyan to stone powder. Yet few realise that such religious zeal to 'free' the world from 'pagan' art follows an old... Zobraziť viac
What sets geography apart from other subjects is the value placed on seeing the connections between the different parts of its broad curriculum, on building links between different topics, and on thinking like a geographer. Writing in the... Zobraziť viac
This fascinating all-in-one guide introduces you to the art, history, and culture of photography, and shows you how to get the very best from your own photographs... Zobraziť viac
This research-based book investigates the effects of digital transformation on the cultural and creative sectors. Through cases and examples, the book examines how artists and art institutions are facing the challenges posed by digital... Zobraziť viac
Set in frontier America in the midst of the French-Indian war, as the French are attempting to overthrow an English fort, Cooper′s story follows Alice and Cora Munro, pioneer sisters who are trying to find their way back to their father... Zobraziť viac
Filled with breathtaking photographs and inspirational personal texts, these profiles of extraordinary women athletes in action are definitive proof that extreme sports are not male only territory... Zobraziť viac
A riveting, fast-paced, inside look at one of the most incredible private sector achievements in history... Zobraziť viac
Without a moment's pause, we share our most intimate thoughts with trillion-dollar tech companies... Zobraziť viac
The Gucci story is one of glitz, glamour, and intrigue—a chronicle of the rise, near fall, and subsequent resurgence of a fashion dynasty. Beautifully written, impeccably researched, and widely acclaimed... Zobraziť viac
It was in 1978, during my first summer of making portraits while using an 8x10 inch large format camera, that I found myself drawn to photographing redheads. I have often been asked; 'why redheads,' and I've often felt it was because in summer redheads... Zobraziť viac
They called him God. For his grace on a bicycle, for his divine talent, for his heavenly looks. Frank Vandenbroucke had it all, and in the late nineties he raced with dazzling speed and lived even faster... Zobraziť viac
Acclaimed biologist Susanne Foitzik has travelled the globe to study these master architects of Earth. Joined by journalist Olaf Fritsche, Foitzik invites readers deep into her world - in the field and in the lab - and will inspire new respect for ants... Zobraziť viac
Shortlisted for the Financial Times & McKinsey Business Book of the Year Award. Meet the billionaire traders who supply the world with oil, metal and food. You've probably never heard of them... Zobraziť viac
The Short Story of Science is a new introduction to the complete subject of science. Covering 60 key experiments, from Archimedes' investigations of buoyancy to the discovery of dark matter, and then linking these to the history of science... Zobraziť viac
A sweeping history of occupation and resistance in war-torn Europe, from the acclaimed author of The Eagle Unbowed... Zobraziť viac
'The Iceman' Wim Hof shares his remarkable life story and powerful method for supercharging your strength, health and happiness... Zobraziť viac
Process - Visual Journeys in Graphic Design is a unique book highlighting the rarely shown sketching and process behind the making of marks and logotypes... Zobraziť viac
