Sketch Karim

Sketch Karim
Author: Karim Rashid
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9789077174616

Sketch showcases the illustrations and digital artwork of Karim Rashid, from early career to present.

Karimspace

Karimspace
Author: Karim Rashid
Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2009
Genre: Bars (Drinking establishments)
ISBN:

Showcases forty projects in a dozen countries (many new or recently opened), showing how Karim applies his signature aesthetic to different environments.

Sketch

Sketch
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 536
Release: 1901
Genre:
ISBN:

The Parallel World

The Parallel World
Author: D. M. Henry
Publisher: Abbott Press
Total Pages: 284
Release: 2012-03-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1458202143

Paralegal Alexandra Cayhill is questioning her career choice. She works at a Baltimore law firm where she puts in grueling sixty-hour work weeks, isnt appreciated, and needs a raise. But her life is about to take a turn she never expected. When Alexandras firm is retained to defend suspected war criminal General Joseph Kimbala at the International War Crimes Tribunal in The Hague, its just the type of challenge Alexandra wants. She joins the defense dream team and moves to The Hague for what is supposed to be a routine, if high profile, case. Unfortunately, shes about to learn that nothing is routine in the world of law. The case is going well until witnesses for the defense team begin receiving threatsand then one of them is killed. Despite finding the guy of her dreams, Alexandra feels surrounded by danger at every turn; worse, it turns out her new boyfriend is a close friend of General Kimbala. This straightforward international war crimes case has suddenly spiraled out of control. With her career, her relationship, and possibly even her life in jeopardy, Alexandra must find the truth before its too late.

Caliphate

Caliphate
Author: Andre Le Gallo
Publisher: Mountain Lake Press
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2012-03-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0985114185

A radical Muslim group has dedicated itself to the restoration of the Caliphate, a global Islamic empire based on cruel medieval values and the conquests of the faith's glory years. These true believers will stop at nothing, including assassinations and terrorism, to achieve their goal. Standing in their way is Steve Church, just a U.S. businessman in Paris who never expected to be recruited by the CIA as an undercover operative. But now, with his life on the line, with the fate of nations at stake, and with the safety of his beautiful Kella in jeopardy, Steve must dive headlong into a desperate struggle to prevent mass destruction. The Caliphate is a whirlwind adventure, bristling with exotic locales, dangerous and desperate characters, and international intrigue, all crafted by a former master spy who has experienced similar dangers and challenges firsthand.

An Illustrated Guide to Furniture History

An Illustrated Guide to Furniture History
Author: Joclyn M. Oats
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 479
Release: 2021-07-20
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1000406105

An Illustrated Guide to Furniture History provides upper-level students and instructors with an alternative visual analytical approach to learning about furniture history from Antiquity to Postmodernism. Following an immersive teaching model, it presents a Nine-Step Methodology to help students strengthen their visual literacy and quickly acquire subject area knowledge. Moving chronologically through key periods in furniture history and interior design, such as the Renaissance, the Arts and Crafts Movement, and Modernism, it traverses Europe to America to present a comprehensive foundational guide to the history of furniture design. Part I addresses furniture within the context of the built environment, with chapters exploring the historical perspective, construction principles, and the categorization of furniture. In Part II, the author visually depicts the structural organization of the methodological process, a three-category framework: History, Aesthetics, and Visual Notes. The chapters in this part prepare the reader for the visual analysis that will occur in the final section of the book. The book is lavishly illustrated in full color with over 300 images to reinforce visual learning and notation. A must-have reference and study guide for students in industrial and product design, interior design, and architecture.

Sketching Your Favorite Subjects in Pen & Ink

Sketching Your Favorite Subjects in Pen & Ink
Author: Claudia Nice
Publisher: North Light Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002-11-15
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781581804331

In Sketching Your Favorite Subjects in Pen & Ink, Claudia Nice covers all aspects of pen and ink drawing. You'll find complete instruction for and demonstration of techniques such as crosshatching, stippling, texture and value contrasts, as well as the use of contour, parallel and scribble lines. All of theses techniques are illustrated throughout by the author's striking works. You'll find chapters detailing: Houses and Buildings: using freehand and architectural styles, learn to detail barns, houses and cityscapes. Animals: draw realistic animals by focusing on anatomy, facial features and hair texture. The Plant Kingdom: learn to sketch plants, flowers, leaves and trees - from an individual flower to an entire forest. Faces and Figures: sketch realistic, dynamic figures and capture varying moods. Birds: learn to draw lifelike feathers, eyes, bills and feet. Waterscapes: capture the reflections of a quiet brook and the spray of crashing surf.

Prehistoric Men

Prehistoric Men
Author: Robert J. Braidwood
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 152
Release: 2023-10-29
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

"Prehistoric Men" by Robert J. Braidwood offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of our ancient ancestors. Through archaeological discoveries and research, Braidwood paints a vivid picture of prehistoric human societies, their evolution, and their challenges. This book serves as a valuable resource for those interested in anthropology and the study of early human civilizations, providing a window into the distant past and the development of human culture and society.

Entrepreneurship in the Arab World

Entrepreneurship in the Arab World
Author: El-Khazindar Business Research and Case Center
Publisher: American University in Cairo Press
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2016-01-26
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1617976997

This collection of case-studies showcases the experiences of ten intriguing entrepreneurial ventures from emerging markets in the Arab world (Egypt, the UAE, Morocco, and Saudi Arabia). Readers will receive an in-depth insight on a variety of localized strategic, managerial, marketing, and innovative approaches and practices, which create unique challenges and opportunities in a region undergoing rapid political, social, and economic transformations. The unique case-studies address different stages within the exciting entrepreneurial cycle, from start-up to growth, sustainability, and international expansion. This casebook is a valuable resource for anyone wanting to know more about launching and sustaining a business within developing Arab economies, as well as being an effective teaching tool for disciplines related to new venture management and entrepreneurship.

THE INDIAN LISTENER

THE INDIAN LISTENER
Author: All India Radio (AIR),New Delhi
Publisher: All India Radio (AIR),New Delhi
Total Pages: 96
Release: 1942-05-22
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

The Indian Listener (fortnightly programme journal of AIR in English) published by The Indian State Broadcasting Service,Bombay ,started on 22 December, 1935 and was the successor to the Indian Radio Times in english, which was published beginning in July 16 of 1927. From 22 August ,1937 onwards, it was published by All India Radio,New Delhi.In 1950,it was turned into a weekly journal. Later,The Indian listener became "Akashvani" in January 5, 1958. It was made a fortnightly again on July 1,1983. It used to serve the listener as a bradshaw of broadcasting ,and give listener the useful information in an interesting manner about programmes,who writes them,take part in them and produce them along with photographs of performing artists. It also contains the information of major changes in the policy and service of the organisation. NAME OF THE JOURNAL: The Indian Listener LANGUAGE OF THE JOURNAL: English DATE,MONTH & YEAR OF PUBLICATION: 22-05-1942 PERIODICITY OF THE JOURNAL: Fortnightly NUMBER OF PAGES: 96 VOLUME NUMBER: Vol. VII, No. 11 BROADCAST PROGRAMME SCHEDULE PUBLISHED(PAGE NOS): 29-88 ARTICLE: 1. The National War Front 2. The Spring Offensive 3. Radio Background To The War 4. Lease And Lend AUTHOR: 1. His Excellency The Viceroy 2. Philip Jordan 3. Unknown 4. Sir Shanmukham Chetty KEYWORDS: 1. Ceylon, National War, The Unarmed Force, Unity And Action 2. Red Armies, Switzerland, Germany's Spring Offensive 3. China's Wartime Capital, US And China, India, Radio Broadcasting, War Years 4. Mechanised War, America, Land-Lease Act, India Document ID: INL-1941-42 (D-J) Vol- I (11)