Beijing is an exuberant, bewildering city of contrasts,torn between the pull of modernity and centuries of dynastic tradition. Taking its readers beyond the mustsee attractions on every tourist itinerary, Beijing Chic explores the city's sprawling parks, bustling outdoor markets, winding back alleys and expansive suburban retreats, at the same time as it showcases some of its most sophisticated and innovative hotels, restaurants, spas, shops, bars and galleries. Featured alongside the capital's oldest and newest icons are sections devoted to its history, culture and cuisine, revealing the many faces and personalities that define Beijing, and shedding light on the allure it continues to hole for people all over China and even across the world.

Classic Caras-a celebration of the most fascinating cars in automotive history.More than 150 fabulous cars are featured here in full colour,with histories,specifications and analysis.Pioneers of the early 20th American muscle care and the modern classics of recent years-this book covers all of them, and more.

An inspirational book for those who love architecture or arelooking for ideas for their own home, HOUSES: The Evolution ofForms documents the best, most innovative interior design projectsof 2010.

They’re the very best in contemporary glass beadmaking, 1000 dazzling and unique examples by an international array of artists. This color survey has it all: the beads come single or in multiples, in jewelry or sculptural pieces, flameworked and kilnformed; and their diversity and beauty are amazing. Julia Skop’s intriguing Secret Surprise showcases clear glass beads with millefiori slices at the ends. Bruce St. John crafts his beads out of diachroic glass, then fuses and coldworks them at the lapidary well after completion. Nebula Black Necklace, from Rene Roberts, features an organic-looking focal bead adorned with fine metal leaf, glass shards, and a subtle dot decoration. An artist’s comment and detail image accompany many of the photos. A Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club.

This impressive and informative case study immerses readers inthe architecture and culture, both past and present, of two ofAmerica's earliest and most luxurious suburbs: Highland Park andUniversity Park, Texas. Illustrated with over 280 speciallycomm

New Zealand, the 'land of tle long white cloud', is home to a colourful blend of Maori,European and Asian arts, cultures and heritage. Through NewZealand Chic, explore the beauty of diverse natural landforms such as Milford Sound, the Canterbury plains, and Aoraki/Mount Cook, the tallest mountain in Australasia. Discover within these pages unique flora and fauna such as the bright-red-flowering potutukawa trees and the flightless Kiwi bird, and partake in the adrenalin-pumping adventures of bungee jumping and white wdter rafting in Queenstown, as-well as Zorbing in Rotorua.Indeed, New Zealand is a trove destination that will beguile aficionados of nature and adventure all year round.

An easy-to-read collection of short essays meant to uplift and inspire soccer moms everywhere, this addition to the Don't Sweat the Small Stuff series offers nothing more nor less than its predecessors. Carlson (whose husband, Richard, wrote the original book) joined him in writing Don't Sweat the Small Stuff in Love. This time, she relates many first-person stories from her own life and those of her friends in a just-between-us-girls tone that's based in part on gender stereotypes (e.g., "our gift of female intuition"; "our sensitive natures"). Her chatty pep talks cover such topics as comparing oneself to media images, overextending oneself, preventing and coping with stress and learning to say "no." Carlson advises women to appreciate their children's "fleeting" childhoods, to speak and listen from a place of love, to swallow angry words and gossip, to take time for themselves, to nurture friendships with other women and to keep tabs on their financial position and marketability in case they lose their spo

This delightful and instructive history of invention shows why National Public Radio dubbed Tenner “the philosopher of everyday technology.”Looking at how our inventions have impacted our world in ways we never intended or imagined, he shows that the things we create have a tendency to bounce back and change us. The reclining chair, originally designed for brief, healthful relaxation, has become the very symbol of obesity. The helmet, invented for military purposes, has made possible new sports like mountain biking and rollerblading. The typewriter, created to make business run more smoothly, has resulted in wide-spread vision problems, which in turn have made people more reliant on another invention-eyeglasses. As he sheds light on the many ways inventions surprise and renew us, Tenner considers where technology will take us in the future, and what we can expect from the devices that we no longer seem able to live without.

This resource gives novice knitters easy-to-follow instructions and tips for creating beautiful picture knits the first time out! With more than 50 color designs and motifs, knitters will discover a variety of fun and simple projects in this guaranteed guide to success. Row-by-row instructions and color charts easily lead knitters through motifs of varying difficulty. This unbeatable reference features motifs of geometric shapes, birds, flowers and childhood themes, which can easily be incorporated into purses, bags, sweaters and wall hangings. -More than 50 full-color illustrations easily guide knitters through projects -Level of difficulty indicator helps knitters prioritize projects -Easy-to-follow instructions suit any level knitter

What visitor to the Caribbean has not been entranced by thebeauty and spirit of its tropical islands? In Caribbean Style, morethan 600 spectacular full-color photographs and an illuminatingtext re-create the houses, gardens, and lifestyle of thisenchanting region. A trendsetting book that combines travel and design, CaribbeanStyle offers a previously unseen view of the islands of Guadeloupe,Martinique, St. Bartélémy, Antigua, Nevis, Montserrat, Barbados,Haiti, and Jamaica. The book includes information on islandvegetation and colors, plantation houses, town houses, popularhouses, contemporary houses, and gardens. In addition, theArchitectural Notebook provides plans and information on differenttypes of houses on the various islands. These pages take you from plantation manor houses with graciousverandahs that catch the mild, cooling winds to brightly paintednative dwellings adorned with imaginative wood trim; from colonialplantation gardens with rows of majestic palm trees and windingwate

Whether you are planning a traditional Christmas or a more contemporary celebration, this comprehensive guide will help to create a stylish, successful occasion for yourself, your friends and your familly. This book takes all the possible stress out of Christmas,and includes over 70 recipes to make scrumptious Christmas food, from luxurious starters to delicious desserts. With a section on creating stylish decorations and stationery and helpful advice to ensure that everything goes to plan, this is the ultimate guide for the perfect Christmas.

From preconception to pregnancy and postnatal care, fertility expert and midwife, Zita West takes you through this special time suggesting safe and natural ways to enhance your pregnancy experience. Discover how what is best for your baby's health and development can have corresponding benefits for you. Windows of opportunity pinpoint key times to maximise your baby's healthy development at different stages of pregnancy, and tips on how to boost immunity and minimize morning sickness, make this the definitive guide to enjoying a healthy and natural pregnancy. 'Zita West's natural pregnancy programme represents the future of childbirth'. - "Daily Mail".

Presents a wide range of situations and explains them fromyour cat's point of view, including how your cat sees you. Reflects the very latest thinking, on cat behavior, and offersintriguing insights into your cat s reasoning and feelings. Gives clear, practical, and entertaining advice, as well asinnovative strategies for dealing with common problems. Catherine Davidson is a writerand cat owner who lives in thesouth of England. Her most recent book, Cats, was published in2008.

Motivational speaker and author Pat Mesiti states in his new book that being rich is a state of mind. To get there, you have to take five steps: You need to become aware of how you think and why you think the way you think. Once you’ve developed this awareness about your thinking, you are in a position to change how you think. If you change your thinking, it will change how you feel. If you change your feelings, it will change how you act. If you change your actions, it will transform your level of prosperity. The book’s simple message is illustrated via the author’s personal examples of how he’s helped people around the world change their mindsets and subsequently turned their lives around. Packed with inspirational quotes and stories, and written in a friendly and humorous tone, this book will appeal to people across many walks of life.

I.The deliciously witty and delightfully dishy novel about life at a glamorous fashion magazine is now a major motion picture from 20th Century Fox, starring Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, set to open in theaters on June 30. II.The Devil Wears Prada The Devil Wears Prada is a 2003 novel by Lauren Weisberger about a young woman who, fresh from college, gets a job working as a personal assistant to a powerful fashion magazine editor that turns increasingly hellish as she struggles to keep up with her boss's capricious and demeaning requests. The book was hugely successful, spending six months on the New York Times bestseller list. A prime example of "chick lit," the novel was widely seen as a roman à clef about Vogue magazine and its iconic editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, since Weisberger worked there as an intern. Although she denies the story's editor is modeled on Wintour, many readers believed otherwise, which helped propel the book to the bestseller list. A film based on the novel,

Tee up with a fun and easy golfing primer. Amusing and informative, this miniature quick-reference guide to the sport covers the basics-how to drive, chip, putt, and look like a pro on the course. Discover the rules and etiquette of the game, the elements of a proper swing, and essential dos and don'ts for the green. More For Dummies Miniature Editions

This compendium chronicles the pleasures of flying in style with copious illustrations and evocative text. Far from the check-in lines of regular air travel, we get a peek at expansive airport lounges with every comfort and convenience. There is everything from ergonomic workspaces to shower and changing rooms?even completely equipped fitness centers. Naturally, the opulence continues on board with luxurious seating--and sometimes--full-scale beds! Not to forget the fine tableware and linens, or the walk-up bar. This book also showcases private and business jets, which offer the de-luxe d?cor of a penthouse in the sky. ? An ideal gift for the avid traveler ? This extensively illustrated guide will appeal to those who travel in style, as well as to those who aspire to doing so

Far more than just an interiors book, FamilyLifeStyle HOME isa bible for living with children in domestic environments that areas effortlessly stylish as they are educational, as comfortablewith small children during the day as they are elegant for eveningentertainment. Planned as the first in a new series that celebrateshow parents can live, entertain and travel in style just as much aswith children as before having children, FamilyLifeStyle HOME isfresh, fun and friendly.

This spectacular book offers a scintillating, visuallyoutstanding tour of more than 65 of the world?s most fascinatinghouses. Massimo Listri?s stunning photographs vary between sweepingpanoramas of the houses in their glorious settings to close-ups ofspecific rooms, furniture and design details, and they span homesaround the world, from India to France, from Morocco to Sweden,from the USA to the UK. Unprecedented in scope and scale, this bookwill be devoured by anyone with an interest in interior design andarchitecture, and those many thousands of people who enjoyed TheWay We Live, also published by Thames Hudson.

Whether its beach stones, seed pods, or Queen Elizabeth,Irina draws a direct parallel from her inspirational source tofinished handcrafted jewelry. Each of the 24 main projects includesa full-color photo of Miech's inspiration, an explanation of howshe translates that into materials and colors. Pearls, crystals,gemstones, wire and more are used to create stunning necklaces,bracelets and earrings, and every project includes bonus design andtechnique variations. Readers can make the projects as show, or usethem as motivation to discover inspirational sources for their owncreative process.

The Big Book of Beading Patterns is the go-tocompendium of patterns for all types of stitchers. Many patternbooks focus solely on loomwork, but this book also includes popularstitches like peyote, brick, and square stitch in addition toloomwork. The gorgeous patterns here can be used to make beadedbracelets, amulets, tapestries, and more. Patterns are divided intochapters by topics like animals, flowers, holidays, and more.

Sometimes you’re looking for it, sometimes it just findsyou Treasures of home décor abound at flea markets, thrift shops, andgarage sales. But how do you know a find when you find it? In The Find, Stan Williams and some of today’s most clever stylemakers, including Simon Doonan, John Derian, and Real Simple’sKristin van Ogtrop–all diehard devotees of New York City’s HousingWorks–show not just what to look for, but also how to look at anobject to identify a great piece. The trick is to see beyond nicksand wobbles, color and intended purpose and to focus on potential.For example, a vintage leather trunk encased in Lucite works as astunning coffee table. Pages from old books wallpaper a foyer. Acushion fashioned from a baseball diamond’s home plate makes agarden chair comfortable. The Find includes chapters on furniture, accessories, smallspaces, and entertaining. From a suburban ranch to an East Villagestudio in New York, each abode illustrates unexpected ways thatsecondh

Packed with full–color photographs, this fun and practical guide gives you everything you need to make your relationship with your German Shepherd even better. Inside, you′ll find: Characteristics to look for when choosing a German a list of supplies you′ll advice on grooming, feeding, and a chart to keep track of important information. In addition, a bonus DVD shows you how to teach your furry friend basic commands and tricks, correct inappropriate behaviors, and understand his or her unique personality.

From mezuzahs to menorahs, these outstanding Jewish ceremonialand ritual objects make a beautiful new addition to the celebrated500 series. Contemporary in style and lovingly handcrafted, theycome from North America, Europe, and Israel, and demonstrate thediversity of Judaism. The artworks include tzedakah boxes, shofars,tallits, Shabbat candlesticks, havdalah sets, Kiddush cups, Torahpointers, kippahs, Seder plates, and dreidels.