Tuesday, February 28, 2012

The Bacchae and Other Plays (Penguin Classics)


Covers such plays as: 'Phoenician Women', 'Orestes', 'Bacchae', 'Iphigenia at Aulis', and the 'Rhesus'.

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Saturday, February 25, 2012

The Encyclopedia of Drawing Techniques: The Techniques (Encyclopedia of Techniques)




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The Encyclopedia of Drawing Techniques


In this step-by-step directory of drawing techniques, detailed photographic sequences explore pencil, charcoal, pen and technical pen techniques, including shading, building up, blending, hatching, highlighting, stippling and more. Sequences on mixed media, keeping a sketchbook and digital drawing are included also.

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Monday, February 20, 2012

The DC Comics Encyclopedia


For comic-book fans everywhere - an updated edition of the A-Z reference of the DC universe

New and expanded this one-volume encyclopedia of more than 1,200 of the classic characters created by comics giant DC is essential for any fan.

With new entries on the latest DC characters and expanded ones on Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, the JLA, Aquaman, Catwoman and Wonder Woman, all the world-renowned super heroes and super villains are here, as well as the weird and wonderful one-offs.

Special features celebrate some of the DC heroes and villains' more memorable exotic vehicles and weaponry, their titanic clashes, or romantic encounters plus recent story developments including the Infinite Crisis.

With a brand new cover designed by Alex Ross, one of the world's pre-eminent comic book artists and thrilling original, comic-book art, the fun and excitement of more than 60 years of comic-book history explodes off every page!

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The Encyclopedia of Pastel Techniques




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Friday, February 17, 2012

Thursday, February 16, 2012

The Encyclopedia of Origami: The Complete, Fully Illustrated Guide to the Folded Paper Arts




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The Judith Blacklock Encyclopedia of Flower Design


"The Judith Blacklock Encyclopedia of Flower Design" is the essential 'how to' manual for everyone interested in flowers and floral art. Whether flowers are a passion, a pleasure or a business, this book is essential reading. Covering classic, contemporary and cutting-edge design, the beginner will build knowledge and competence and quickly get started in the art. The experienced arranger will find the book a most valuable reference with inspiration from across the world. Richly illustrated with over 500 colour photographs and 200 line drawings, this book: will inspire you throughout the year with seasonal design ideas; shows you exciting ways to arrange flowers in a vase successfully; gives you advice and inspiration on wedding flowers; explains why some designs work and why others do not; and provides a useful reference of many of the flowers and foliage that are available. Packed with tips, information and step by step advice, this book is an indispensable guide whatever the season, occasion or budget. Judith Blacklock is a best selling author and an accomplished designer. She is the Principal of the Judith Blacklock Flower School in London.

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