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Verne Jules, 2007

What a stunning discovery: an old, coded note that actually contains directions for reaching the Earth's very core! And once he finds it, renowned geologist Professor Liedenbrock can't resist setting out with his 16-year-old nephew to go where only one man has gone before. Jules Verne takes young readers on one of the most incredible journeys ever imagined, from Iceland's frozen tundra far down into fantastic underground prehistoric worlds and back up again through the fires of an erupting volcano. Подробнее

The Jungle Book

Kipling Rudyard, 2007

Children will delight in this unabridged version of Rudyard Kipling's classics, Jungle Books One and Two! Not only does this attractive volume feature the beloved tales of Mowgli, the man cub raised by wolves, and Rikki Tikki Tavi, but also the lesser-known but wonderful stories of Toomai, the boy who gets to see elephants dance; Quiquern, who saves his Eskimo people from starvation; and Kotick, the white seal. Подробнее

Masters: Glass Beads: Major Works by Leading Artists

Books Lark, 2008

The art of glass bead-making has exploded in popularity during the past decade — and these awe-inspiring examples, exquisitely fashioned by 40 of the world's top creators, reveal why. Explore Bruce St. John Maher's fused and faceted landscape beads, the vitreous painted surface of Bronwen Heilman's glass and Kate Fowle Meleny's luminous electroformed glass beads that seem almost like sculptures. In this classic series, every artist receives a lavish eight-page feature with approximately a dozen high-quality images of his or her most impressive work, along with a biography and personal commentary, providing insight into the motivations and inspiration behind each piece. Подробнее

Oliver Twist

Dickens Charles, 2008

Thanks to its colorful cast of characters and gritty portrayal of street life in Victorian London, Dickens' Oliver Twist has captured readers' hearts for more than 150 years. Today's children will love it too. Oliver, a poor orphan, escapes the miserable workhouse where he was born only to fall into the clutches of a band of pickpockets led by the odious Fagin. Yet no amount of cruelty can destroy his purity... and through his goodness, he finds salvation. Подробнее

Peter Pan

Barrie James Matthew, 2008

All children except one grow up. In 1904, Peter Pan first flew across a London stage and into the bedroom of Wendy, John, and Michael Darling. Ever since, this perpetual youth has continued to delight children of all ages. Young readers will happily soar with him and his friends to enchanted Neverland, where they'll meet Tinkerbell, the Lost Boys, and the dark and sinister Captain Hook. It's a tale as ageless as its beloved hero. Подробнее

A Pirate's Night Before Christmas

Yates Philip, 2011

This is a humorous, colourful and thoroughly piratical version of the Clement C. Moore classic. Young mateys will love the rollicking rhymes and sprightly, fun-filled pictures. It is suitable for children aged 3 to 5 years old. Young mateys will find plenty of holiday joy in this humorous, colourful and thoroughly piratical version of the beloved Clement C. Moore classic. On this ship of mischievous brigands, who have visions of treasure chests, not sugarplums, dancing in their heads, you wouldn't expect a visit from nice St. Nick. Instead, here comes Sir Peggedy, with his peg leg and hook arm, cracking his whip and driving eight giant seahorses: Salty, Scurvy, Sinbad, Mollie, Cutthroat, Cross-Eyes, Roger and Jolly. Philip Yates' rollicking rhymes and Sebastia Serra's sprightly, fun-filled pictures turn this Christmas perennial into a jubilant celebration! Подробнее

A Pirate's Twelve Days of Christmas

Yates Philip, 2012

This title is suitable for children aged 3 to 6 years old. On the first day of Christmas, a gift was sent to me, a parrot in a palm tree! Ahoy mateys, Christmas is coming and even pirates celebrate the holiday! This follow-up to the hugely popular A Pirate's Night Before Christmas offers a witty re-imagining of The Twelve Days of Christmas with a sly buccaneer twist. A brave cabin boy receives marvelously mysterious gifts for each of the 12 days he is left alone to guard the pirate ship: 12 cannons blastin', 9 mermaids singin', 6 Jolly Rogers, and so on, but who are they from? With impeccable rhythm and a lively sense of fun, Philip Yates and Sebastia Serra create a delightful world all their own. Подробнее

Playboy's Greatest Covers

Brown Damon, 2012

'I only read it for the articles'. Few modern punch lines are as iconic as this one. It's so widely recognized, the joke itself has become superfluous. Humor aside, the true allure of PLAYBOY are the magazine's underrated photos, specifically the spectacular cover images. Now Hugh Hefner has chosen hundreds of PLAYBOY's breathtaking, innovative covers for this lush retrospective. Images of the stunning women who enticed millions from the fifties through the new millennium are digitally reproduced in full-color. Acclaimed author and long-time PLAYBOY writer Damon Brown explores how the magazine's newsstand decisions indelibly impacted American culture, while ultimate Playmate Pamela Anderson provides an illuminating foreword. While these photos have sometimes been underrated, Playboy's Greatest Covers reveals that the pictures actually tell a fascinating story. Our story. Подробнее

Edgar Allan Poe

Bagert Brod, 2008

If you think that poetry has to be sweet and romantic, or at least serene, think again. Step into the dark world of Edgar Allan Poe. Well known for his spine-tingling, spooky stories that are even more chilling than today's horror films, Poe also wrote poems that expressed the shadowy regions of his mind. More than 20 of his poems and selections from his stories are accompanied by mood-setting, full-colour drawings and notes that make his work easier to understand. Подробнее

Edward Lear

Lear Edward, 2010

Misunderstood by his peers and plagued by loneliness and low self-esteem, Edward Lear spent much of his time in the company of children, composing poems and songs for their amusement. In a detailed introduction, Mendelson looks at Lear's serious and silly sides before selecting 15 limericks and 18 longer poems by the 19th-century wordsmith. With useful commentary on each poem and fabulous, swirling illustrations by Laura Huliska-Beit, this book is the perfect introduction to the nonsensical world of Edward Lear. Подробнее

Rudyard Kipling

Kipling Rudyard, 2010

This great collection of Rudyard Kipling's short stories and poems covers the full range of Kipling's career from the 1880s to the 1930s. It includes selections from Plain Tales from the Hills, Traffics and Discoveries, Just So Stories, Barrack-Room Ballads and Other Verses and many more. All are beautifully illustrated by Sharpe, whose paintings are not only exquisite but help young minds interpret the poems. This book also features insightful commentary and a lengthy introduction detailing the events of Kipling's life and their relationship to his work. Подробнее

Print Writing: A Creepy-crawly Alphabet This Flash Kids workbook has it all: An appealing, kid-grabbing package, superb handwriting basics, and fun nature facts, too! Featuring plenty of familiar (and not-so-familiar) creepy-crawly creatures, it makes learning to write a lively adventure. With four pages to write on for every letter, there's lots of room to practice! Подробнее

Push Jewelry: 30 Artists Explore the Boundaries of Jewelry

Le Van Marthe, 2012

Forget what you think jewelry should be, and consider instead what it could become. Curated by popular jewelry maker and blogger Arthur Hash, PUSH Jewelry profiles the cutting-edge work of 30 top jewelry artists from around the world, including such standouts as Lucy Sarneel and Beppe Kessler. These mavericks are creating a bold new language in technique, materials, and subject matter, boldly crossing boundaries between craft and art. Each chapter features six to eight pages of gorgeous photographs and an inspiring Q&A-style interview. Подробнее

Push Paper: 30 Artists Explore the Boundaries of Paper Art Innovative, interesting, exciting: the work gathered in PUSH Paper — part of a stunningly designed new gallery series — is some of the best paper art being created today. Thirty contemporary paper artists, from world-renowned names to talented up-and-comers, all put their own spin on cutting, sculpture, installations, pop ups, paper toys, and more. A vibrant question-and-answer section with the book's distinguished juror, Jaime Zollars, and a biography of each showcased artist complete this visual feast of paper craft. Подробнее

Push Print: 30 Artists Explore the Boundaries of Printmaking

Berger Jamie, 2012

PUSH Print is a visual feast that will inspire anyone interested in art, intriguing personalities, and innovative ideas. Survey the work of 30+ contemporary printmakers — from world-renowned names to exciting up-and-comers — each with their own take on letterpress, screenprinting, woodcutting, lithography, and etching, as well as multimedia and digital approaches to print. Featuring a vibrant Q&A section with the Cranky Pressman jurors, plus sumptuous full-color images of the artists' work, this gorgeous volume is a fascinating survey on printmaking today. Подробнее

Push Stitchery: 30 Artists Explore the Boundaries of Stitched Art

Chalmers Jamie, 2011

Announcing PUSH, a new series devoted to indie-crafters and artists pushing the boundaries of traditional crafting mediums! Curated by Jamie Chalmers — aka Mr. X Stitch, a leading figure in the new embroidery movement — PUSH Stitchery profiles the cutting-edge creative work of 30 top stitching artists from around the world. Each designer is showcased with six to eight pages of gallery-style imagery. A fascinating question-and-answer section, along with bios, make this innovative and inspirational book a must-have for anyone interested in blurring the lines between craft and art. Подробнее

Richard Scarry's Best Christmas Book Ever

Scarry Richard, 2012

This title features delightful stories as well as songs, games, a list of Christmas words and instructions for making a great gift for Grandma. It is suitable for children aged 4-7 years old. Christmas is coming and where better to celebrate than in Busytown? Firefighters are stringing lights, stores are crowded and everyone is in a merry mood. Richard Scarry captures holiday cheer in a series of delightful and brightly illustrated stories featuring his most popular characters, including Huckle Cat and lovable Lowly Worm. Each small tale sparkles with joy and kindness and there are also songs, games, a list of Christmas words and instructions for making a great gift for Grandma! Подробнее

Richard Scarry's Best Counting Book Ever

Scarry Richard, 2012

This is a fun-filled book that teaches children to count along with Willy Bunny. It is suitable for children aged 4 to 7 years old. Willy Bunny has learned to count and so will children, by the time they've finished Richard Scarry's fun-filled book. When Willy's father suggests that he practice counting all the things he sees, he begins with one bunny (himself) and soon finds more numbers everywhere: two eggs on his daddy's plate, three wheels on a tricycle, a four-wheeled wagon with apples for Willy and his friends to share. By the end of the day, Willy's gone all the way up to 100! Action-packed and featuring Scarry's always-appealing art, this really is the best counting book ever! Подробнее

Richard Scarry's Best Little Books Ever (количество томов: 4)

Scarry Richard, 2011

These Busytown books may be little... but Richard Scarry's beloved Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm, and other beloved characters are as entertaining as ever! Toddlers will love these four brightly illustrated classic concept board books, which cover colors, counting, opposites, and shapes. Подробнее

Showcase 500 Beaded Jewelry: A Celebration of a Global Art Community

Hemachandra Ray, 2012

This beautiful and inspiring book gathers photographs of 500 of the most breathtaking beaded jewelry designs created in recent years. The techniques the beaders employ are as varied as the aesthetic sensibilities they bring to their gorgeous creations and include beadweaving in every stitch imaginable, embroidery, quilling, loom weaving, and kumihimo braiding, as well as basic stringing, simple wirework, and fine metalwork. Sometimes, a bead maker's focal piece simply is set in a straightforward, unpretentious, and beautiful design. Virtually all of the world's most famous beaders who make jewelry have pieces included — including Carol Wilcox Wells, Diane Fitzgerald, Marcia DeCoster, Jamie Cloud Eakin, Huib Petersen, Paulette Baron, Sabine Lippert, Sherry Serafini, Margie Deeb, Maggie Meister, Melanie Potter, Ann Tevepaugh Mitchell, Laura McCabe, Suzanne Golden, Jean Campbell, Rachel Nelson-Smith, Eva Dobos, and many more — but we also present work from many artists who have never been published before. All together, this extensive, international, and fabulous survey of 500 pieces includes work from nearly 300 artists from 30 countries and reveals the striking vision and ambition of today's beading community. Every beader, jeweler, and crafter will want Showcase 500 Beaded Jewelry in their collection. Подробнее

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