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Intimate remembrances of Peter Hujar from his friend, posthumous printer and sometimes subject Gary SchneiderThis suite of heartfelt accounts invites the reader firsthand into artist Gary Schneider's journeys in image making with his friend and mentor, the beloved photographer Peter Hujar (1934-87). Drawing from...

Peter Pan is bored. Captain Hook is long dead, the Lost Boys long departed, an attempted invasion by brutal 'outsiders' long vanquished. The Neverland - under its ruler, Queen Tiger Lily - has severed all ties with the outside world. But Peter is about...

Pete the Pebble is freed from a glacier and sets out with Carol the Crow to explore the world. As they travel, they encounter a koala, giraffe, sloths, and a polar bear, all victims of climate devastation. Pete invites them to join his journey...

Ponder life's biggest questions with this spectacular hardback guide to philosophy through its 100 key thinkers, beautifully illustrated in full-color throughout. From the metaphysics of Plato to the nihilism of Nietzsche, this engaging and accessible book invites readers to contemplate the ideas of 100...

Guiding you through the topics that shape aesthetics and the philosophy of art, this introduction explores the truth, meaning, taste, aesthetic merit and judgement, creativity and the possibility of machine art, and morality and the possibility of immoral art. Each chapter offers a wealth...

Author: Robin S. Warekois, Richard RobinsonPublisher: ElsevierPublished: 09/04/2024Pages: 400Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 1.98lbsSize: 10.20h x 7.10w x 0.60dISBN: 9780323936101

What if learning physics could be as fun as diving into a magical story? Physics Fables weaves foundational physics concepts into engaging, magical tales perfect for kids aged 8-10. Through imaginative stories, young readers are invited to learn physics intuitively and in a way...

Annabelle is the perfect daughter, about to become the perfect fianc?. But in 1969, when the world is changing, she longs for change too. Before settling into her predetermined life in Sydney, all she wants is one year of adventure. One year to learn...

Quilters are forever looking for dynamic designs, especially ones that are both simple and eye-catching. All 15 featured Picture Patchwork designs can be made with simple squares -- the most basic shape of all, but the author has added some additional touches (optional) with...

When Joanne Lefson took on a piglet at her animal shelter, the young sow proceeded to eat everything in her stable but a paint brush. In a flash of inspiration, Joanne attempted to introduce the pig to the art of painting - and thus...

Pilar: A Las Bravas Story - Based on the acclaimed audio drama Las Bravas: Pilar, this graphic novel brings Pilar's gripping journey to life in stunning visuals. Set against the turbulent backdrop of the Spanish Civil War, Pilar-a brave and determined woman-navigates the perils...

An immortal love, a tyrannical god thirsting for power, and the divine tree that binds them all.California 1955: After spending eight centuries witnessing the world's cruelty, Anna has finally found peace in the simple life she's made for herself. She has her garden and...

Rated one of the worst films ever, TidalWave tells ANOTHER story of what happens after the film.In 1959, California's San Fernando Valley was rocked by flying saucers from outer space, led by Eros and his sidekick Tanna. Their plan? To resurrect the dead from...

Learn how plants adapt to thrive in all kinds of environments in this colorful nonfiction book!How do plants survive in different environments? They adapt! Plant Adaptations: Shallow Roots, Thick Stalks, and Poison introduces readers 5 to 8 to some of the characteristics plants have...

Desde hace varios a?os ha crecido, en los diferentes estratos sociales de muchas partes del mundo, la necesidad de volver a estilos de vida m?s sanos y naturales, desde el cuidado del medio ambiente, al rescate y protecci?n de animales en peligro de extinci?n,...

Famines and other serious food shortages have been one of the scourges faced by humanity for millennia. Plants for Desperate Times is an introduction to the diversity of plant foods that have saved millions of lives during lethal food shortages. While not a field...

Design and build Internal Developer Platforms (IDPs) with future-oriented design strategies, using the Platform as a Product mindsetKey Features: - Learn how to design platforms that create value and drive user adoption- Benefit from expert techniques for shifting to a product-centric mindset as an...

This book explores Plato's implicit understanding of argumentation by reviewing his standing as a logician, rhetorician, and dialectician. The question of his "standing" on these matters is approached on his terms (gleaned from the dialogues) rather than simply from the judgments of commentators. Traditionally,...

Are you ready to play?Current training sessions are built to meet the needs of coaches and their egos, instead of learning the needs of young players. Play: Principles of Training Sessions for Children explores this area in more detail and draws on the stunning...

A fun, heartwarming and inspiring book with extraordinary tales of magic, hope and wondrous possibilities.John Kippen is the CEO of a successful I.T. company, a professional magician, motivational speaker and life coach. His life story of triumph over tragedy is the subject of the...