Ethiopia: Peoples of the Omo Valley
In this ambitious work, Hans Silvester turns his photographic eye toward ancient Africa, the birthplace of humanity. Silvester was essentially adopted by his subjects during his travels, and his stunning color photographs present a rare, intimate view of their world.
The first volume of this deluxe two-volume set presents the everyday lives of the Omo people, their rituals, parades, childrens games, and even their battles. In the second volume, each photograph becomes a masterpiece of abstract art, revealing close-ups of the tribes traditional body paintings. Silvesters accompanying text traces his journey to the Horn of Africa, revealing the fascinating beauty of a world now in danger of extinction.
Ethiopia: Peoples of the Omo Valley
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The Dragonslayers by Bruce Coville, ISBN 0671798324
Bruce Coville--with more than 6 million copies of his books in print--offers a traditional fairy tale filled with very non-traditional characters. It's a funny, heartwarming adventure that will appeal to boys and girls alike--a perfect introduction to Coville's work.
The Dragonslayers by Bruce Coville, ISBN 0671798324
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That Bad, Bad Cat! by Claire Masurel, ISBN 0448426226
A troublesome feline tears the pillows, eats the plants, and scratches the furniture. Will his family love him anyway? Full-color illustrations.
That Bad, Bad Cat! by Claire Masurel, ISBN 0448426226
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Furniture by Ronald Pearsall, ISBN 1577170458
Both experienced collectors and beginners will find these guides useful in identifying antiques in many areas and determining their styles and periods.
This book covers every aspect of antique furniture -- cabinets and bookcases; chairs, sofas and settles; chests and wardrobes; dressers and sideboards. It outlines changing periods of furniture design and the work of the great craftsmen.
Furniture by Ronald Pearsall, ISBN 1577170458
Tansu: Traditional Japanese Cabinetry
This first complete, lavishly illustrated introduction to tansu has served since its publication in 1981 as the most authoritative guide for anyone who owns, or dreams of owning, one of these fine pieces of traditional Japanese cabinetry. As the popularity of tansu has increased among collectors and lovers of fine furniture, so has the demand for this vital information on connoisseurship and care. The Heinekens' book covers everything from the history of these unique furniture designs, to the materials used in their construction, to tips on how to select, refinish, and maintain them. This first softcover edition of the work includes a new preface outlining developments in tansu collecting over the past two decades, and updated information on tansu care. If you are contemplating purchasing a tansu or want more information about one you already own, this the book you need.
Tansu: Traditional Japanese Cabinetry
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The First Christmas: Luke 2:1-20: The Birth of Jesus by Mary Manz Simon, ISBN 0570047412
This wonderful childrens' Bible Story retells the story of Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus in a manger there. Encourage your child's reading skills - and bring the Bible to life - with colorful, action-packed Hear Me Reads.
The First Christmas: Luke 2:1-20: The Birth of Jesus by Mary Manz Simon, ISBN 0570047412
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