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Author | : Stephen Law |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 354 |
Release | : 2007-04-02 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : 0756647584 |
Covering not only the history of Western thought, but also the traditions of Eastern philosophy and schools of thought from the Indian subcontinent, Eyewitness Companions: Philosophy combines philosophical analysis with historical and biographical information to explain and explore the major issues, theories, and problems at the heart of all philosophies. Eyewitness Companions: Philosophy combines metaphysics, epistemology, logic, the philosophy of religion, andethics Introduces the metaphors, analogies, and stories philosophers use to explain theories.
Author | : Stephen Law |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 356 |
Release | : 2007 |
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Helps you examine the ideas and traditions of Western and Eastern thought. This work teaches you to understand the major issues, theories and problems at the heart of philosophy. It also addresses such questions as - Where do we come from? What is the per.
Author | : DK |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 514 |
Release | : 2010-01-18 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0756672430 |
The full story of human endeavor - complete with its dramas, wars, schemes, discoveries, and personalities - is laid out before you in this illustrated guide to the history of our world. Who were the Mongols, the Maya, or Isis? How far did the Roman or the British empire stretch? Why did apartheid or Communism begin, and what were the issues in the Vietnam War? Eyewitness Companion: World History is your convenient reference, answering all your questions. But it also tells you why events happen and explain key issues. Its timelines trace events as they happen, from the appearance of the first humans in Africa to first civilizations and then on to recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and the space race. It succinctly explains how one event led to another and sums up topics that include ancient Egypt, the Romans, the Renaissance, World Wars I and II, slavery and empire, and Communist China. Dotted throughout this comprehensive volume are sumptuous images that reveal historical world treasures, such as the 16,000-year old cave paintings at Lascaux, Machu Picchu, and the Taj Mahal. With wide coverage of the world's civilizations, events, ideas, and discoveries, Eyewitness Companion: World History is both an essential reference and a fascinating read.
Author | : Robert Cumming |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 514 |
Release | : 2005-10-17 |
Genre | : Art |
ISBN | : 0756648440 |
This title covers all of the key movements in Western art history, from Classicism to conceptual art - and profiles more than 780 of the world''s greatest artists. Specially commissioned illustrations and photographs, written by experts in each field, using the award winning design of the Eyewitness Travel Guides, Eyewitness Companions are the ultimate visual handbook to a wide range of subjects! Text previously published in ART: A Field Guide
Author | : Derek Parker |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 354 |
Release | : 2007-09-03 |
Genre | : Body, Mind & Spirit |
ISBN | : 0756648971 |
The ancient art of astrology continues to fascinate. In this highly illustrated guide, bestselling authors Derek and Julia Parker bring the wisdom of the heavens to every aspect of your life. Using a unique visual style, this comprehensive guide separates "real" astrology from trendy, tabloid-style pieces, and shows how to make the best use of the age-old technique. In addition to practical advice, Astrology also traces the history of the practice, how the art has been employed in both science and religion, and reveals its importance throughout the ages. This informative manual explains how to recognize the key characteristics of all the signs of the Zodiac Astrological tables, details the positions of the planets from 1931 through 2010, showing you how to draw up your own and other people's birth charts to interpret the influence of the planets and moon on your life, character, and relationships. Accessible for complete beginners, while still being informative enough for those with an established interest in the subject, this guide teaches you how to unlock incredible insights into your personality and help unleash your potential.
Author | : The Met Office |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 290 |
Release | : 2008-10-20 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 0756651026 |
Worried about the heat wave—could it be the resultof global warming? One of the most topical issues of our time is the subject ofthe newest Eyewitness Companion: Weather. All you need to know about cloud patterns, violent storms, their causes and repercussions can be found in thisone comprehensive but portable volume. This book will explain the real science behind the weather, from how it works to how it''s changing.
Author | : Jonathan Glancey |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 514 |
Release | : 2006-04-17 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 0756644828 |
Explore the world''s greatest buildings! Architecture is filled with amazing illustrations and photographs that take you to the heart of the world''s landmark buildings. Get the opportunity to look beyond the facade. Examine materials and technology that shape buildings, and identify thekey elements and decorative features of each architectural style. This is the best definitive visual guide on architecture; it covers 5,000 years of architectural design, style, and construction from airports to ziggurats. Dissects architectural wonders inside and out Includes palaces, great temples, cathedrals and towering modern skyscrapers
Author | : Neil Philip |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 356 |
Release | : 2007-09-03 |
Genre | : Social Science |
ISBN | : 0756642213 |
Originally told to explain the mysteries of the world—such as creation, divine will, fertility, death, and love—myths are a major part of many cultures throughout the world, and each area has its own myths. Organized by geographic region, each myth is placed within the civilization’s history and context. The key elements of world mythology, such as the hero, his divine connection, the labyrinth, the initiation, and the transformation,are explored in boxes and features throughout the book. Philip Wilkinson has more than 50 titles to his credit in the fields of mythology, history, and the arts, including DK’s Illustrated Dictionaries of Mythology and Religions. Neil Philip is the author of many books on folklore and mythology, including The Illustrated Book of Myths and Myths and Legends Explained. Synopses of the great myths that have inspired human creativity from antiquity to the present Covers mythology around the globe, from the classic Greek to lesser known Malaysian Catalogs of gods by subject enable comparisons of distant civilizations
Author | : Anita Ganeri |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 514 |
Release | : 2006-10-16 |
Genre | : Performing Arts |
ISBN | : 0756643465 |
Not just another film guide–this is a visual road map to the best cinema has to offer. A comprehensive, fun to browse, and easy-to-use source for everything you need to know about movies and the people behind them. From Hollywood to Bollywood, the unique approach will explore every aspect of film and provide pointers on how to watch and understand films of different types, styles, and periods.Covers the history of film, from celluloid to the virtual world of digital FXProfiles the most important historical and contemporary directors, actors, producers, studios, and moreHighlights the top 100 “cornerstone movies” and contains an extensive trivia sectionDetails the principles behind film making styles, from sci-fi to romantic comedy
Author | : Leslie Dunton-Downer |
Publisher | : Penguin |
Total Pages | : 436 |
Release | : 2006-10-30 |
Genre | : Music |
ISBN | : 0756643902 |
Spanning 400 years of musical drama, Eyewitness Companions: Opera is your guide to the musical world. Explore operas and composers from the late Renaissance on, including such classical masters as Verdi, Puccini, and Bizet. Eyewitness Companions: Opera is the complete visual guidebook to the great operas, their composers and performance history. Eyewitness Companions: Opera includes more than 160 operas by 66 composers around the world. This richly illustrated eBook includes act-by-act plot synopses and storyline highlights, plus detailed profiles cover composers, Librettists, singers, and more.