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Discover the vibrant world of tiki culture with Tiki Treasures: A Collector’s Guide to the History and Art of Tiki Glassware. Perfect for collectors, cocktail lovers, and vintage design enthusiasts, this engaging guide dives into the colorful past and present of tiki glassware—from the origins of tiki bars to the modern revival of Polynesian pop. Whether you're new to collecting or already curating a shelf full of tropical mugs, this book is your ultimate companion. Inside, you’ll learn: The fascinating history of tiki culture and how it inspired iconic tiki glassware How to identify,...

Experience the mastery of home brewing with the definitive and comprehensive guide, "The Art of Home Brewing." Unlock the secrets behind creating the perfect pint from the comfort of your own home and unleash your true brewing potential as you embark on a fermentation journey like no other! Whether you're a beginner with no brewing knowledge or an experienced brewer looking to refine your skills, "The Art of Home Brewing" has your back! With its detailed journey through numerous beer styles and the sacred four ingredients that make up the nectar of the gods, you'll become a brewing ...

"The Taijiquan of Gu Ru Zhang" is an enlightening exploration into the world of Tai Chi Chuan, as seen through the eyes of the legendary martial artist Gu Ru Zhang. Trained by esteemed masters such as Yán Jīwēn in Northern Shaolin, Li Jinglin in Yang Taijiquan and Bajiquan, and Sūn Lùtáng in Baguazhang and Xingyiquan, Gu Ru Zhang presents a holistic view of Taijiquan. The book serves as a comprehensive guide, covering everything from basic stances to advanced techniques, all enriched by Gu's expertise in Iron Palm and other martial qigong techniques. This translated work is not just a...

A chic biography about Eunice W. Johnson who brought elegant and contemporary fashion to Black America through the annual EBONY Fashion Fair! Eunice W. Johnson believed in the power of fashion and beauty to inspire people. After she and her husband, John H. Johnson, founded EBONY magazine, it quickly became the premiere lifestyle publication for mid-century Black readers. Among the many hats she wore, Eunice delighted in writing a fashion column describing the latest styles. In 1958, Eunice launched a project that would change fashion forever—the EBONY Fashion Fair.

David Bordwell argues that the principles of visual storytelling created in the studio era are alive and well, even in today's bloated blockbusters. American filmmakers have created a durable tradition - one that we should not be ashamed to call artistic, and one that survives in both mainstream entertainment and niche-marketed indie cinema. Bordwell traces the continuity of this tradition in a wide array of films made since 1960.

Tired of seeing the same tips in every video? “Break things into shapes. Practice more. Use references.” Sound familiar? Whether you're new to manga art or somewhere in the middle, it’s easy to feel stuck in a loop of vague polarizing advice that never really moves you forward. Maybe you've already watched hours of tutorials or flipped through beginner books—only to walk away asking: What do I actually do next? This guide is your reset button. Manga Art Ultima: The Next Level – Starter Sample Guide gives you four core lessons pulled straight from the complete Manga Art Ultima ...

Puedes lucir fabulosa mostrándote tal y como eres, pero para eso tienes que descubrir las prenda, maquillaje, accesorios, peinados y calzado. que van más contigo. Aquí encontrarás excelentes tips para resaltar tu personalidad.

“First Lady of Beauty” and trusted lifestyle expert Mikki Taylor shares uplifting advice for women who want to cultivate their beauty both inside and out. Mikki is that girlfriend in the know who you wish you could take everywhere you go - and now, you can! Written in her signature no-nonsense style, Editor in Chic delivers fabulous advice that will give you the confidence to be your best self every single day.

Have you ever wanted to pick up a musical instrument and just play? Maybe it seems too late in life and, without formal education, just a hopeless dream. Maybe you already have musical ability but don’t know how to take it to the next level. The great news is that there is a powerful way to learn and develop real music-making skills without countless hours of traditional education. Both beginners and highly skilled musicians can reap the benefits.

As a believer in the philosophy of loving oneself and help to spread that love to others, Leanna May writes a book that could educate other people in the same ethos. The goal is to inform people of how much beauty they can find inside themselves and the world around them. This book is meant to help you find a more beautiful you! That includes your physical and mental beauty as well.

Discover Your Unique Anime Style and Elevate Your Manga and Anime Art with this Comprehensive Pocket Guide. Whether you're an advanced artist, post-beginner, or intermediate creator, this guide is packed with practical advice, examples, and expert tips to unlock your artistic potential in the captivating world of manga and anime. In today's evolving AI art landscape, developing a distinctive style is crucial for standing out. This tailored guide helps you to take one step closer into mastering your own unique style, capturing expressive facial features, designing captivating styles, and ...

Step into the world of fashion innovation with the captivating eBook "Stitching Style." Embark on a thrilling journey of exploration into the artistry of cross-stitch and its application in the fashion world. Bursting with creativity, this volume takes readers from the fundamentals of cross-stitch techniques to the intricate processes of applying this beloved craft to fabric material. Experience the evolution of cross-stitch in fashion, gain a solid understanding of stitching techniques, material selection, and the craft's rich history. Nurturing beginners, while also catering to seasoned ...

This book is going to change how you think about clothes and yourself. Part memoir and part guidebook, it features Morgan A. Wider’s personal evolution that led to where she is now - transforming the wardrobes, mentalities, and lives of women across the world.

This guide provides introductory and closing commentary for works from many famous classical composers, and includes time-stamped commentary to explain the technical aspects of what is being heard in the piece and the composer's intent in real time. This innovative audiobook enables you to hear both the music and the commentary in parallel.

When we think of martial arts in “old China,” we get visions of violent convulsions of dynastic change, devastating rebellions, civil wars, and banditry. Throughout the centuries there was a need for masters who possessed highly effective martial skills for positions in the military, protection services, and law enforcement. Out of this historical reality emerged a national treasure we call taijiquan. Chen t’ai chi's mystique remains fundamentally a true fighting art, including bare-handed forms and applications, plus an arsenal of weapons that includes the spear, straight sword, ...

From Finnish saunas and soppy otters to grief, grandparents and Kellogg's anti-masturbation pants, Slug is a book which holds a mirror lovingly up to the world, past and present, through Hollie's driving, funny, hopeful poetry and prose. Slug is about the human condition: of birth and death and how we manage the possibilities in between.

Know the enemy. Anticipate his attack. Expert linguist Dr. Andrew Farley encounters a device containing thousands of archived files revealing a worldwide spiritual conspiracy. Operation Screwtape is the largest of these files and details the intelligent scheme to steal, kill, and destroy.

Erica Davies knows that clothes can make you feel your best, but what happens when life throws your style off course? In Style Chapters, Erica reveals how to dress the changing you - from creating wardrobe building blocks to dressing for a changing body, from how to find your identity after major life upheaval to practical buying and styling tips. Erica takes you through essential wardrobe suggestions, from what to wear on the school run and how to dress from boardroom to the bar, to different types of wedding guest outfits and the best companies for good jackets.

Unlike most artists, Van Gogh developed very slowly, beginning with work as an art dealer that exposed him to many great works. He undertook this work for several years, after which he spent time as a missionary for the Dutch Reformed Church. After that, he drifted for several years before re-turning home to his parents’ house, where he took up painting, largely self-taught with books on anatomy and painting. His great works all date from the later years of his life.

The book "Wu Yuxiang Style Taiji Boxing" by Hao Shaoru is a comprehensive guide to the Wu Yuxiang style of Taijiquan, which is known for its focus on small, subtle movements and explosive power. The book covers the history and principles of the style, as well as detailed instructions for the movements and techniques, accompanied by clear illustrations. It also includes sections on training methods, applications, and theory, making it a valuable resource for both beginners and advanced practitioners of Taijiquan.