《不朽的小提琴家》再现了历史上不朽小提琴家的魅力，简要而有趣地叙述其生活、个性与事业。作者就他们对作曲者、公众品味的影响以及演奏技巧的贡献等各个方面，讲述了这些小提琴家的特殊成就。 作者玛格丽特·坎贝尔参阅了大量的书信和私人文件，并且访问许多著名音乐家，很多人为《不朽的小提琴家》提供了从未发表过的回忆录和珍贵照片。 《不朽的小提琴家》是一本献给音乐会听众、唱片收藏者（有“唱片目录”）、弦乐演奏者和学生等所有爱好小提琴演奏艺术者的书。

对于提琴制作的业内人士来说，本书可以说是书。 读了本书，才会知道斯特拉蒂瓦里这个人以及他的琴是怎么回事。 《小提琴巨匠斯特拉蒂瓦里：他的生平和作品（1644-1737）》对所有知名的斯特拉蒂瓦里琴，它的出处，流传，以及它的特点都有描述。一些重要的琴都有尺寸。书后有索引，可以找到你要查的琴。 对于拉琴的人来说，你应当了解你拉的琴是怎么回事。小提琴绝非只是一件乐器那么简单。它有深刻的文化内涵，有许多讲究，有许多故事。《小提琴巨匠斯特拉蒂瓦里：他的生平和作品（1644-1737）》就是最好的入门。 对音乐爱好者来说，看《小提琴巨匠斯特拉蒂瓦里：他的生平和作品（1644-1737）》可以知道许多关于琴的知识。小提琴是一种艺术品，她诞生于文艺复兴时期，成为乐器之王，为什么她会迷倒那么多人，为什么一把斯特拉蒂瓦

A passionate interest and a lifetime spent seeking out theworld's finest ethnic jewelry has contributed to making the Ghyselscollection one of the premier collections of its kind in the world.Jean-Pierre and Colette Ghysels have indulged their passionindiscriminately, according as much attention to ethnographicobjects as to extraordinary pieces of ethnic jewelry. They areguided by a single criterion: the quality that gives rise tobeauty, a strict standard indeed, but one made possible by theirlongstanding familiarity with ethnic objects. A vast array of haircombs, pins, jewelry made to be woven into braids, nose rings, lipplugs, forehead ornaments and other related objects made out of themost diverse materials, many never before seen, are presented inbeautifully composed photographs. The book is divided intogeographical sections and includes 200 annotated photographs, aglossary, an index, maps, and a general bibliography. The author'sessay describes the uses and meaning of the objects in differentcultu

The world of the fashionista is brought to vivid life with 101introductory lessons on such topics as how a designer anticipatescultural trends and "sees" the fashion consumer, the workings ofthe fashion calendar, the ways a designer collection is conceived,the manufacture of fabric, fashion illustration, and more. Illustrated in the distinctly unique packaged style of thebestselling101 THINGS I LEARNED IN ARCHITECTURE SCHOOL, this newbook on fashion design will be a perfect book for any fashionschool wannabe, a recent graduate, or even a seasonedprofessional.

Zaha Hadid (born 1950 in Baghdad) has always been in search ofa visionary aesthetic covering all areas from urban planning tointerior and furn Zaha Hadid (born 1950 in Baghdad) has always been in search ofa visionary aesthetic covering all areas from urban planning tointerior and furniture design. This publication contains numerouscolour illustrations of designs, models and - as yet mostlyunpublished - major paintings by Hadid as well as photographs ofbuildings both realised and under construction, granting profoundinsights into all stages of project development from the abstractconcept to its technical implementation. The texts by thearchitecture critic Andreas Ruby and Patrik Schuhmacher, areintegral parts of the book shedding profound light onto thearchitect' s oeuvre. Another special feature is the documentationof the installation "Ice-Storm" especially developed for the MAKexhibition, a "space experiment" with a surface area of 300 m2, aweight of eight tons and height of seven metres, provi

This book documents in pictures the most exciting anddiverse period in fashion: from 1900 to today, covering highsociety, uniforms, sportswear, streetwear and couture. It willappeal to everyone with an interest in fashion as well as students.The last hundred or so years bore witness to the transformation ofwomens fashion. The restrictive corsetry of the early twentiethcentury gave way to looser styles such as those made fashionable byFrench fashion designer Paul Poiret. As womens lives changeddramatically under the shadow of two World Wars, so the style offemale dress was altered beyond recognition. From home dressmakingto couture, from rationing to The New Look, from the birth of theteenager to mass manufacture, from high society to celebrityculture. Over 400 photographs and illustrations, many published forthe first time, tell the stylish story of a fashionrevolution.

Independent, multivoiced, wicked, political, spiritual, sexual, achingly prosaic, and above all, serious. Plus funny. Which was exactly the point: to address the needs of the world - all parts of the globe - and wrap it up in one big blanket called Humanity. With Colors, Tibor Kalman shook out the contents of his brain and over the course of 6 years and 13 bilingual issues, he took on such topics as: food (and hunger), that finetuned organism called ecology, recreation, religion, AIDS, shopping, racism, royalty and assorted demi-gods, sports, travel, even heaven. For Kalman, the self-described "perverse optimist," Colors was about casting a net over all of humanity, warts and all. Its irreverence, its ability to raise hackles and continually question the status quo was not about knocking down people, but about raising the bar on tolerance and a humane way of living. It was, as he once said, about using graphic design as a medium "for telling the truth."

Pech shares her techniques for capturing the beauty of flowersin watercolour. The guide contains demonstrations for paintingirises, magnolias, roses, peonies, apple blossoms and tulips on tovarying materials including china and lacework. Includes tips onhow to find inspiration, develop a composition, create a theme andpaint backgrounds.

""The Tropical House" celebrates a growing trend towardstylish globalization in interior design. More than 25 stunninghouses and condos comprise a synthesis of East-West trends andcontemporary furnishings--as Filipino designers merge sleekmodernist furniture with local designers' osoulful creationso innatural hardwoods and other tropical materials. Over 250 full-colorphotographs of outstanding Filipino residences will inspire readerswith their diverse and contemporary looks. From vintage glamour toclassic modern with bold artful accents, to the clean, glam lookknown as ocontemporary chic, o this book showcases the myriadtastes of the Philippines.

What do you getwhen you cross a snail with the Indianapolis 500? If you’reDreamWorks, then the result is Turbo, an uplifting—andgear-shifting—story about the ultimate underdog, delivered with thedigital mastery, storytelling skill, and spellbinding imagery we’vecome to expect from the studio behind the Shrek and Madagascar.

100s of carefully selected cardboard display designs created from one or more die-cuts. An essential source of reference for all design professionals searching for a surprising format and originality within the technical resolution. please feel free to use any of the die-cuts included in the CD.

The concept of programmed cell death, or apoptosis, hasexploded into a major scientific field of interest for cellbiologists, oncologists, and many other biomedical researchers.Apoptosis occurs throughout the lifetime of most multicellularorganisms. During development, for example, the selective death ofcells is vital to remove tissue between the digits to producefingers and toes. Apoptosis is also necessary to destroy cells thatrepresent a threat to the integrity of the organism, for examplecells infected by a virus. In many cancers the genes regulatingapoptosis are defective, producing immortal, continuouslyproliferating cells. This book discusses the philosophical andtechnical difficulties in defining the moment of death for a cell,as well as the biological implications and significance ofprogrammed cell death. Recent developments in the genetic controland interacting gene networks associated with apoptosis arepresented. The book is written for advanced undergraduate andpostgraduate students, and is

Picking up where the best-selling Garden House left off, GardenHome: City demonstrates how to infuse an apartment, loft, flat, orother city home with the spirit of the garden. Clusters of yellowblossoms in brightly colored pails on a sill create a flower bedwhere there’s no space for one. Carefully arranged indoor topiariesbring the whimsy of a manicured garden inside. And a wall paintedthe vivid color of a favorite flower adds warmth and vibrancy to asmall room. Garden Home: City also shows how to soften theboundaries between indoors and out with the creative use of windowboxes, fire escapes, and balcony gardens. Anyone who lives in anurban setting will appreciate this richly illustrated,inspirational guide to transforming any space into a modern-dayEden.

Asian Resorts is conceived to be the most comprehensivecollection on Asian resorts. Written and shot by the region'sbest known Asian architecture specialist, TanHock Beng, who has already put together five books on the designand aesthetics of tropical architecture, Asian Resorts promises toshow its readers the biggest variety of Asian resorts that no otherbook has ever shown. With its beautifully' shot images and relevantinformation, this book will certainly serve and entertain youbeyond just the coffee table. In fact, it is a must-have for everyarchitectural office and every home.

A frequent commentator on NPR's All Things Considered, JulieZickefoose has painted nature virtually all her life. At the age ofseven she knew that she wanted to paint birds for a living, and herlifelong dedication shows in her paintings, which are meticulouslyaccurate as well as beautiful. The paintings used here, of scenesfrom her beloved home in southern Ohio, illuminate well-craftedessays based on her daily walks and observations. Wild turkeys,coyotes, box turtles, and a bird-eating bullfrog flap, lope, andleap through her prose. She excels at describing and exploringinteractions between people and animals, bringing her subjects tolife in just a few lines. Her husband and young children makeappearances, presenting their own challenges and pleasures. Theessays are arranged by season, starting with winter, providing asense of movement through the year.

Written for a general audience, the 'Masters of Art' seriescontains art history monographs in which illustrations areaccompanied by commentaries discussing each individual work.

W. Dean Sutcliffe investigates one of the greatest yet leastunderstood repertories of Western keyboard music: the 555 keyboardsonatas of Domenico Scarlatti. Scarlatti occupies a position ofsolitary splendour in musical history. The sources of his style areoften obscure and his immediate influence is difficult to discern.Further, the lack of hard documentary evidence has hinderedmusicological activity. Dr Sutcliffe offers not just a thoroughreconsideration of the historical factors that have contributed toScarlatti's position, but also sustained engagement with the music,offering both individual readings and broader commentary of anunprecedented kind. A principal task of this book is to remove thecomposer from his critical ghetto (however honourable) and redefinehis image. In so doing it will reflect on the historiographicaldifficulties involved in understanding eighteenth-century musicalstyle.

Nikolai Roerich was born on October 9th, 1874 inSaint-Petersburg. After studying law and attending the Academy ofArt, Roerich developed a passionate interest in archaeology, hiscontribution to which was acknowledged when he became a lecturer atthe Russian Archaeological Society in 1900. His extensive travelsin Europe, Russia, Asia, and especially India were a source ofinspiration wholly original and unique. The prolific creator ofover 7000 paintings, Roerich belonged to the great creative artmovement which took place in Russia before the Bolshevikrevolution. Besides his enormous artistic talent, Roerich was theauthor of the Pact which bears his name and which was designed toprotect the cultural heritage in time of war. After living a veryfull life, he died in the Kulu valley in India in 1947. Recognizedin 1923, there is a museum in New York devoted to him. He wrotenumerous books and collections of poetry, and contributed toartistic and archaeological journals. Roerich, with his huge andversatile talent

"The Billboard Guide to Writing and Producing Songs that Sell"unveils the secrets to climbing the charts and reaching success intoday's ultracompetitive music industry. Eric Beall supplies hisfirsthand knowledge of today's record business, as well asinterviews with successful writers, producers, and executives fromthe worlds of pop, hip-hop, country, adult contemporary, and RandB.The result: a proven approach to constructing songs that opendoors, create careers, and communicate to listeners around theworld. Key areas explored include: -How does a song become ahit?-What makes a song a single?-Is there a formula for creating ahit? Fun and practical exercises provide opportunities to honeskills and expose specific talents, helping songwriters combinetheir unique voices to the demands of the commercial marketplace.Filled with fresh ideas that will spark beginners and veteransalike, this book will lead the way toward the industry's ultimatechallenge: the creation of that chart-topping hit song.