Daedalus Books

Kutschbach Doris, 2005

In this delightful introduction to the art of Henri Rousseau, children explore a tropical jungle while they learn about the colours and themes that make the artist's paintings masterpieces of deceptive simplicity. As a customs official, Henri Rousseau escaped the boredom of his job by creating colourful paintings of a fantastic dream-world — a place where apes and lions cavort, snakes slither, flamingoes stroll, tigers hunt and enigmatic figures entice unsuspecting visitors amid lush, tropical plants and flowers. This book draws children into Rousseau's famous works, pointing out the many elements and symbols he incorporated, and helping them understand the use of perspective and colour that were his trademarks. Biographical information reveals the importance the natural world played in Rousseau's life and the playful text encourages further investigation into the power of imagination. Подробнее

The (Honest) Truth about Dishonesty: How We Lie to Everyone-Especially Ourselves

Ariely Dan, 2012

Dan Ariely, behavioral economist and the New York Times bestselling author of The Upside of Irrationality and Predictably Irrational, examines the contradictory forces that drive us to cheat and keep us honest, in this groundbreaking look at the way we behave: The (Honest) Truth About Dishonesty. From ticket-fixing in our police departments to test-score scandals in our schools, from our elected leaders' extra-marital affairs to the Ponzi schemes undermining our economy, cheating and dishonesty are ubiquitous parts of our national news cycle — and inescapable parts of the human condition. Drawing on original experiments and research, in the vein of Freakonomics, The Tipping Point, and Survival of the Sickest, Ariely reveals — honestly — what motivates these irrational, but entirely human, behaviors. Подробнее

I Used to Know That: Shakespeare: Stuff You Forgot from School

Evers Liz, 2011

Capturing the unbelievable scope of Shakespeare's influence, this book covers the little-known details of Shakespeare's life along with the surprising legacy of the language and phrases inherited from his works. Organized for easy reference, sections include: Shakespeare's Life Who was this man — the playwright, the lover, the family man? Words and Phrases Owed to Shakespeare Did you know we have Shakespeare to thank for words such as «bandit,» «fashionable,» and «moonbeam» and the phrases «in my mind's eye,» «in my heart of hearts,» and «to thine own self be true»? His Theater and Plays Synopses of the most famous of his plays Character Glossary All the most memorable, infamous, and beloved characters from Shakespeare's collective works, including Beatrice, Julius Caesar, Ariel, Falstaff, Cleopatra, Othello, and Horatio Index of Famous Lines «Better a witty fool than a foolish wit» from «Twelfth Night» and «Tempt not a desperate man» from «Romeo and Juliet» Whether you're planning an appearance on Jeopardy or simply want to become a more interesting conversationalist, «I Used to Know That: Shakespeare» will provide you with hours of entertainment. Подробнее

Jonathan Swift's Gulliver

Swift Jonathan, 2010

A tour de force of illustration and design, JONATHAN SWIFT'S GULLIVER is a magnificent introduction to one of the most popular stories in the English language. First published in 1726, Jonathan Swift's wonderful adventure has long been a favorite with adults and children alike. This skillful adaptation by award-winning author Martin Jenkins stays true to the original, in a magnificent edition featuring all of Gulliver's extraordinary voyages. Chris Riddell's illustrations capture the tale in panoramic detail, making for a peerless introduction to one of the most popular stories in the English language. Подробнее

Katy Cat and Beaky Boo

Cousins Lucy, 2012

Children find the crayon-bright colors of Lucy Cousin's artwork irresistible! Now her two newest characters — Katy Cat, a gregarious marmalade kitten, and her friend, Beaky Boo, a quiet cuddly puffin — introduce preschoolers to a medley of basic concepts, including colors, counting, patterns, and animal sounds. Подробнее

The Little Book of Boys

Michelle L. Stratton, 2011

We know that little boys are made of snips, and snails, and puppy dog's tails, but there are many reasons why having a baby boy is so special. In The Little Book of Boys parents find out why it's great to have a son. Complete with the best poems, movies, songs, books, interesting tidbits and facts about girls, The Little Book of Boys helps parents celebrate their little bundle of joy. Подробнее

The Little Book of Girls

Michelle L. Stratton, 2011

We know that little girls are made of sugar, spice, and everything nice, but there are many reasons why having a baby girl is so special. In The Little Book of Girls parents find out why it's great to have a daughter. Complete with the best poems, movies, songs, books, interesting tidbits and facts about girls, The Little Book of Girls helps parents celebrate their little bundle of joy. Подробнее

The Mammoth Book of Historical Crime Fiction

Ashley Mike, 2011

Ever since Sir Arthur Conan Doyle delighted readers with the fictional genius detective, Sherlock Holmes, crime fiction has been plumbed by mystery writers everywhere. This volume of 12 stories spans crime from the Bronze Age to World War II, and will appeal to the current readers of The Mammoth Book of New Sherlock Holmes Adventures and Best British Mysteries. Подробнее

Mobbed

Carol Higgins Clark, 2011

The next installment in Carol Higgins Clark's crowd pleasing Regan Reilly mystery series. Подробнее

Moominland Midwinter

Jansson Tove, 2010

Everyone knows that the Moomins sleep through the winter, but this year Moomintroll has woken up in January. After his initial shock at seeing his familiar haunts under the snow, Moomintroll discovers that winter is worth waking up for after all. In fact, more creatures than he ever imagined inhabit this new world, including a wise newcomer named Too-ticky who introduces him to this most mysterious of all seasons. Подробнее

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — World-famous Composer

Cook Diane, 2002

Born in Salzburg Austria in 1756, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was recognized as a musical prodigy when he was three years old. He was 35 years old when he died. During his life, he completed 41 symphonies, 27 piano concertos, 23 string quartets, 17 piano sonatas, 7 major operas, and numerous works for voice and other instruments. But his road to fame was not easy. It was littered with loss and disappointment. He died in 1791. Подробнее

Oliver's First Christmas Inside Oliver's First Christmas, Oliver, a precocious puppy, prepares to spend his first Christmas with his new family. Like most puppies, Oliver has the best of intentions, but his playful energy makes for a whole string of comic misadventures, from helping to wrap presents to decorating the Christmas tree. Oliver is one busy pup. Featuring Accord Publishing's New York Times best-selling moving picture technology in a mini-book format, Oliver's First Christmas highlights the season's favourite traditions such as singing carols and waiting up for Santa with actual movement on each full-colour page spread. Подробнее

Paul Cezanne: How He Amazed the World

Wenzel Angela, 2005

Like artist's everywhere, Paul Cezanne painted what was familiar to him: his family, his surroundings, the objects in and around his home. He delighted in the most basic elements of colour, size, and shape. This captivating look at the artist's life uses Cezanne's numerous paintings of his studio to explore his methods and technique, and his portraits of his family and friends to reveal Cezanne's personal history. It also points out details from his greatest masterpieces, encouraging young readers to investigate for themselves just as Cezanne explored the brilliance of the French countryside — its light and hues, textures and shadows — in a way no other artist ever has. Подробнее

Munch Munch, Maisy: Clip Me to Your Stroller!

Cousins Lucy, 2008

At last — the ultimate stroller solution This ingenious new Stroll-Along Book lets little ones visit with Maisy while they ride. This bright, chunky board book — just the right size for little hands — features a stretchy fabric link (attached with Velcro for easy removal) and a safety-tested plastic clip that hooks onto strollers for reading on the go. Подробнее

Confucius — Great Chinese Philosopher

Anna Carew-Miller, 2002

Confucius was an important Chinese philosopher who lived in the fifth century B.C. The son of a poor nobleman, Confucius became a scholar of ancient Chinese music and literature. He spent most of his life as a traveling teacher. Much of his teaching focused on what made people happy and what made society run smoothly. He taught about the importance of polite behavior and proper ceremonial forms. Respect for ancestors, parents, and political leaders formed an important part of his philosophy. Many of Confucius' ideas were written down in a collection called the Analects. His teachings have been an important part of an education in China for over 2,000 years, and many generations of Chinese young people have studied his works. Подробнее

Freedom's Just Another Word for People Finding Out You'RE Useless

Adams Scott, 2009

No office can function without a little humor and craziness. Adams turns mundane office issues into excruciatingly funny office moments. In Freedom's Just Another Word for People Finding Out You're Useless, fans get a hilarious collection of great Dilbert strips that are anything but useless. From office politics and reams of red tape, to mayhem due to new technologies and, of course, the crazy cast of co-workers, Dilbert gets it done. Подробнее

Za-Za's Baby Brother

Cousins Lucy, 2012

Lucy Cousins's sweet story of a new sibling is back in a larger paperback format perfect for lap sharing. Za-Za's mom just had a new baby! He's very small, very loud, and very demanding. Mom and Dad are too busy with the baby to play, but Mom has an idea. «Why don't you hug the baby?» It's hard not being the center of attention all the time, but being an older sibling can be fun, as little Za-Za finds out in this reassuring book from the creator of «Maisy.» Подробнее

Scapegoats, Shambles and Shibboleths: The Queen's English from the King James Bible

Martin H. Manser, 2009

'The fruit of his labours', Martin Manser's, SCAPEGOATS, SHAMBLES AND SHIBBOLETHS is a delightful book for all who adore the English language. 'In the twinkling of an eye' we learn that many of our most familiar phrases are taken straight from the King James Version of the Bible. Far from being 'holier than thou', it seems we quote from the Bible without even realising! Martin Manser explains in detail what it is to be 'the apple of someone's eye'! 'No modern physiology book would put it like this, but in the past the pupil of the eye was referred to as "the apple" After all, it was shaped like one. In addition, because it was recognised to be the most important part of the eye it was a symbol for all things precious. The most valuable part of a highly valued organ of the body. Dotted around the Bible the phrase therefore represents anything that is of great worth — whether it is the law of God in Proverbs 7 v 2, the people of Israel found and nurtured in the desert or as an individual on the receiving end of divine care.' A quirky present, SCAPEGOATS SHAMBLES AND SHIBBOLETHS will amuse and entertain as well as shed a thought-provoking light on the background to our rich and varied language. Подробнее

William Merritt Chase: Portraits in Oil

Ronald G. Pisano, 2007

The great American artist William Merritt Chase (1849-1916) completed a wide variety of portraits over his long career. Among his subjects were presidents, businessmen, celebrities, New York luminaries, and members of his family as well as a number of self-portraits. Chase's ability to capture a likeness was renowned, yet it was his dashing and bravura brushwork that truly set his portraits apart. This highly anticipated book presents for the first time the entire collection of Chase's known portraits in oil. Each is gorgeously reproduced, and many are published in colour for the first time. This is the second of four volumes cataloguing the complete works of William Merritt Chase. The catalogue raisonne project has presented immense challenges, for Chase kept no records at all, and staggering numbers of forgeries of his work appeared soon after he died. Finding many of his portraits was especially difficult, as no log book of sitters has been located and no other records exist for those works that were not publicly exhibited. Nevertheless, Ronald Pisano's meticulous research has uncovered more than six hundred portraits in private and public collections. Among the most notable are Chase's penetrating portrait of James Abbott McNeill Whistler (The Metropolitan Museum of Art), a commanding portrait of Dora Wheeler (Cleveland Museum of Art), The Feather Fan featuring Chase's oldest daughter, Alice (Musee d'Orsay, Paris), and a 1908 self-portrait (Uffizi Gallery, Florence). Подробнее

All in a Word

Cook Vivian, 2010

Delve into the hidden nature of words: An irresistible mix of information, curiosity, and fun Linguist Vivian Cook takes us on a brilliant series of excursions into the history and meaning of words: How do we learn words as a child? How are words born, and why do they die? Why do some never get spoken, and others never written? Each chapter is charmingly illustrated — and accompanied by a rich assortment of games, lists, puzzles, and quotes. From polite words to crass words, from p-c words to Shakespeare's words, from food and wine words to jazz and drug words — the book is an exciting exploration into the abundance and variety of words. Подробнее

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