A unique historical reference guide complete with 110 stunning photographs and etchings of the instruments themselves.

Product Description: Mount Fuji has been a source of inspiration and awe since ancient times, and artists have been reproducing its likeness since at least the 14th century, as it became a key motif in all aspects of Japanese culture. The 19th century Ukiyo-e woodblock prints of important artists such as Hokusai and Hiroshige continued this reverence, creating series of beautiful images of landscape and society, with the mountain ever-present...read more

Product Description: Of all the peoples who fought for supremacy on the vast eastern European plains, the Slavs have proved the most enduring. This book describes how they spread out from homelands beyond the Carpathian Mountains, settling territory south into the Balkans and as far west as the Elbe River...read more

Product Description: Gustav Klimt is renowned as a quintessential artist of the art nouveau movement, but he was one of a number of Viennese artists who strove to break free of the constraints of the late 19th Century academic art establishment. The Secessionists were united, not in the style of their work, but their desire for freedom, so although there are echoes of similarity in the work of Klimt, Schiele, Kolomon Moser and the many other fine artists, their distinction lies in their magnificent difference...read more

Product Description: Few small countries play host to as much variety of landscape as England, from rolling hills, cities of architectural splendour and picturesque villages, to sandy beaches and rugged coves in the south. Shown here in all its majestic beauty, the stunning photographs and fascinating text cover Durdle Dor, the Yorkshire Dales, Brighton Pavilion and much more...read more

Product Description: Scotland's landscape is wildly diverse, ranging from towering mountains reflected in mirror-like lochs to ancient castles and bustling city streets. This wonderful book provides historic, geographic and arts-based text alongside captivating images of everywhere from the Borders in the south to Orkney in the north...read more

Product Description: Wales is a country full of character and stunning scenery, from its beautiful mountains in Snowdonia National Park and the Brecon Beacons to the architectural magnificence of the Menai Suspension bridge or city skylines. From its historic castles, such as Caernarfon, to its harbours and beaches, such as Tenby, Wales is displayed in all its majesty alongside captivating text...read more

Product Description: Part of a new series of beautiful gift art books this book focuses on Wassily Kandinsky, a renowned Russian-born painter, wood-engraver and lithographer who is often regarded as one of the earliest pioneers of abstract art. Beginning with a fresh and thoughtful introduction to Kandinsky's life and art, Wassily Kandinsky Masterpieces of Art goes on to showcase his key works in all their glory; spanning his early paintings inspired by Russian folk art and fairy tales to his later works characterised by contrasting colours and striking geometric shapes...read more

Product Description: Part of a new series of beautiful gift art books, The World's Great Masterpieces of Art highlights the most popular art from the beginning of the twelfth century to the Pop Art movement of the twentieth century. With a fresh and thoughtful introduction to the history of art, discussing the work of some of the most famous artists in the world, the book goes on to showcase key works in all their glory...read more

Product Description: Henry James said, 'Paris is the greatest temple ever built to material joys and the lust of the eyes'. Renowned as the City of Light, Paris is celebrated for its beautiful city plan, its architecture, museums, bridges, cathedrals, parks, shopping, flea markets, sidewalk cafés, wide and luxurious boulevards, elegant cuisine, and numerous monuments...read more

Product Description: From a NATO nuclear attack on the Soviet Union to a Warsaw Pact land assault on Western Europe, from building an electric fence between North and South Vietnam to building a US base on the moon – it may sound unlikely, but during the Cold War these operations and others were seriously considered by both sides...read more

Product Description: Have you talked to your loved ones about your end-of-life wishes - or about theirs? Do you want to be kept on life support, or sign a power of attorney? What sort of funeral do you want and who will organise it? Think about it now and spare your loved ones a whole lot of grief!

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Product Description: A comprehensive and vivid account of the Church's early days in the Holy Land, through the middle ages, to its position today as a global religious power

Product Description: The greatest myths of India, drawn from the sacred texts and traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism are presented for readers. The Indian gods and goddesses portrayed in this colorful mythology are creators and protectors, but often they are also warriors and destroyers, particularly when fighting demons...read more

Product Description: A Nazi scheme to capture the Pope, an IRA plan to invade Northern Ireland, a British plan to attack the Soviet Union after the defeat of Hitler or a Japanese seizure of the Panama Canal – it may sound unbelievable, but during World War II these operations and others as seemingly far-fetched were seriously considered by both the Allies and the Axis...read more

Product Description: Ancients in Their Own Words brings to life the everyday experience of ancient people.

Product Description: Ancients in Their Own Words brings to life the everyday experience of ancient people.

Product Description: Ancients in Their Own Words brings to life the everyday experience of ancient people.

Product Description: Politics with Principle: Ten Characters with Character validates the belief that it is possible for public servants to achieve success in the political arena without lying, cheating, or stealing along the way. It is the author's hope that this book will deepen the reader's appreciation for all in political life who conduct themselves honorably as well as encourage future aspirants of good character to consider public service...read more