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Italy. The name sparks images of gondolas, the Trevi Fountain, and Michelangelo’s David. Indeed, travelers who visit only Venice, Rome, and Florence will find plenty to hold their attention—but they will also miss out on so much more of what Bella Italia has to offer . . . Bursting with gorgeous photographs and abundant travel information, this book is a showcase of 60 of Italy’s off-the-beaten-pa

Let’s face it, without the larger-than-life character andimagination of the art that complements it, metal justwouldn’t have had the same impact. From the colorful,outlandish, yet sophisticated use of visuals for album artwork and posters, to the immediately recognizablelogos of such bands as Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Motörhead, Metallica, Slayer, and a host of others across many s

Become an active, awake, and empowered participant in life. Designed to facilitate the process of spiritual awakening, The Awakening Tarot provides an innovative, elemental approach to help experience the sacred interconnectivity of all things. The deck and extensive guidebook expand consciousness by embodying the essence of the elements to integrate self-awareness with ancestral, spiritual, and

Discover a completely new way of divining with Tarot that’s connected to the past but points to the future! The world is continually changing and will never be the same as it once was. Tarot, too, must change, and the Fool must begin a new journey. The advent of psychology, magical viewpoints, and worldwide societal upheaval changed everything and led scholar John Matthews to determine that somet

Wisdom has been embedded in the timeless roots of ancient Earth and through the flowers is it conveyed. The 44 cards of The Flowerwise Oracle give messages of comfort and positive counsel that are so necessary in a hectic and fractured world. • Each card, a portrait of a flower in the human form, gently inspires and informs  • The diversity of botanical life mirrors the vast diversity of race

Tradition and contemporary art merge in this magnificent color-coded Kipper card set designed for fortune-telling with ease. Blending this modern setting with traditional situational cards creates a foundation for a 21st-century predictive read. Explore your day-to-day environment with the Rainbow Kipper and never be confused regarding what events will occur. Each of the 36 cards is described in t

Charting the history of the blues from its rural rootsin the American South, and focusing on the keymusicians and singers who brought it recognitionworldwide, The Blues: A Visual History is a unique and fullyillustrated account of the development of the blues. Thisdeceptively simple, 12-bar musical form has become thecommon denominator that has driven the popular music ofthe last hundred years. As

Do you wish you understood your Tarot cards better? The Tarot Playbook can help. Effortlessly bond with your cards by playing your way through its combination of games, activities, and what-if readings. Practice the ancient art of Taroga. Predict the weather. Try your hand at genetic engineering! With The Tarot Playbook you can explore your decks distinctive personality, broaden your reading skill

The dawn of the Waking Dreamer is upon us. A time to reclaim our imaginations and step even further into our growth. Many societies have ignored this more abstract side of our being to such a degree that we are inclined to avoid having anything to do with it. Now we have a map to guide us with the Wild Harmonic Oracle, a series of elemental relationships that help cultivate a deepening communion w

Learn the stages necessary to successfully design and model the most versatile and widely used types of hull construction. Over 180 striking color photos detail completed models and construction stages. Over 40 line drawings provide detailed plans and renderings necessary to successfully complete a high quality model. The detailed text explains how to read marine drawings and how to undertake each

The Lenormand comes alive in this beautifully illustrated deck that honors tradition yet is also fresh, vibrant, and modern. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned professional, this set is guaranteed to provide you with something new. Perfect for those who wish to connect deeply with the cards and make them their go-to guide for answers to life’s most pressing questions. The stunning artwork wi

If you enjoy the adventure of alternative firing but have only an electric kiln, this is the guide for you. Learn how to use an electric kiln to attain the natural earthy colors and spontaneous patterns of alternative firing methods. Step-by-step instructions together with nearly 200 photos show how to get good results with saggar firing in an electric kiln, without damaging your kiln. Understand

Profound wisdom is made accessible with this contemporary 78-card deck and expansive guidebook, which demystifies the traditional Tarot without losing its essential magic or structure. This down-to-earth yet captivating Tarot reveals the extraordinary in the ordinary, reminding you that there’s nothing humdrum about everyday life!

For the first time in English, a complete book about Norwegian pick-up bandweaving—from its fascinating history to beautiful bands you can make yourself, with more than 100 pattern charts from bands in museum collections. Part 1 tells the story of how these bands were used in the rural communities of 18th and 19th century Norway, as stocking bands, swaddling bands, sending bands, and more. Part 2

The McDonnell Douglas / Boeing C-17 Globemaster III's design, construction, and operational history are presented in this book. With over 280 aircraft built, the Globemaster III is one of the workhorses for the US Air Force as well as a number of foreign countries such as Britain, Australia, Canada, India, Qatar, and Kuwait. It was designed primarily as both a strategic and tactical airlift aircra

This true story and retrospective documents the life and times of members of The Destiny Children (TDC) graffiti crew from 1985 to 2000. From Long Island, New York, The Destiny Children/Unlimited Styled Artists commemorate the 25-year history of the crew and their impact on the New York City subway graffiti era. This large collector's book is loaded with 500 color images of original art ranging fr

Scandinavian art pottery, long appreciated regionally, has enjoyed a rediscovery by international collectors over the past five years. Using almost 500 dramatic color photos, this book explores the major factories, workshops, and studios that initiated and created ceramic modernism in Scandinavia, including Royal Copenhagen, Saxbo, Kahler Keramiks, Ipsen, Gustavsberg, and Tobo. Also recounted are

A tradition of creating beautiful Scandinavian art glass began in the 1930s and continues today. The well known companies Orrefors, Kosta, iittala, Nuutajarvi Notsjo, Holmegaard, Riihimaen Lasi, and other less famous firms, have been on the creative edge of glass design for over three quarters of century.This long-awaited book chronicles their work in color and is a companion to the authors' earli

This first of two volumes on the Supermarine Spitfire covers the design, testing, development, and early WWII combat use of the famed British fighter aircraft's initial variants. The Spitfire in its original marques up to the Mk. VII provided a platform that allowed the Royal Air Force to challenge the German Luftwaffe's Messerschmitt Bf 109 and Focke-Wulf Fw 190 fighters during the 1939–1942 peri

The queen of the craft Amy Oxford offers to beginners and advanced crafters alike a one-stop resource! This is the guide you'll keep at your fingertips while you learn, and throughout your punch needle adventures for years to come. Enjoy Amy's amazingly effective instruction, tips, inspiration, and in-depth info about every aspect of enjoying punch needle rug hooking. Create her colorful contempor