Arts, Architecture & Design Books

The objective of this book is to disseminate the rich history of the guitar in Latin America, with special emphasis on Mexico, covering a period that goes from the viceregal age to the present day. The collaborators are some of the most outstanding...

This reader is the first comprehensive look at representations of race, gender, disability, body size, age, and sexuality in US entertainment media. The "bible" of media representation, it weaves contemporary media examples together with quantitative...

A multilayered portrait of this brash, gifted artist, whose restless voice and spirit seem as alive today as ever.A performer who rivaled Sinatra, Bobby Darin rose from dire poverty to become one of the biggest stars of his generation. Dogged by chronic...

Introduces the traditional songs of Himalayan Ladakh through their history, ethnology, poetry, and Tibetan Buddhism beliefs.Singing the Himalayan Crossroads places the traditional song repertoires of the former Himalayan kingdom of Ladakh in both their...

Examines contemporary animation in Mexico-one of the most commercially successful and most understudied genres of the national cinema.Answering a call to view Mexican film through the lens of commercial cinema, Animation in Mexico, 2006 to 2022 is the...

Interrogates contemporary sex panics in the United States, looking especially at popular culture texts to conceptualize queer youth survival strategies.Sex panics saturate contemporary discourse and politics in the United States. While such panics have a...

The first philosophical engagement with the pictorial work of Leonardo, seen as a systematic whole.Presented here is the first philosophical engagement with the pictorial work of Leonardo, seen as a systematic whole. It is not written from the point of...

Offers a fresh look at American and Italian cinema in the postwar period.The Celluloid Atlantic changes the way we look at American and Italian cinema in the postwar period. In the thirty years following World War II, American and Italian film industries...

Dispels the idea that postwar British comedies were apolitical, arguing instead that they presented subversive, iconoclastic, queer experiments in living for a country that was rebuilding and reimagining itself after years of conflict.Eccentric Laughter...

More than just a cleaning book-this is a love letter to home, heart, and heritage.The Art of Cleaning is a heartfelt guide that blends tradition, wisdom, and practical inspiration. Rooted in the meaningful bond between mother and daughter, this book...

A Dog Lover's Portrait Coloring BookRelax and unwind with 40 stunning, realistic grayscale dog portraits.This beautifully crafted 8.5 x 11 coloring book features 40 unique, lifelike illustrations of dogs from various breeds, designed to provide hours of...

Chamomile clouds is a book of heart-crafted poetry that was birthed from the author's life experiences of love, loss, joy, and the pursuit of peace and acceptance. These raw and organic poems are relatable and will give hope at the turn of every page.

They Come in Pairs by Rokiba ChaiseSome legends stand alone-others are defined by their greatest rivals. They Come in Pairs dives deep into the world of sports and music, exploring the stories of iconic duos whose careers, rivalries, and legacies have...

مجموعه شعر سایه‌های بی‌قرار اثر شاعر توانای معاصر، میر سعید حسینی، اخیراً توسط انتشارات فرم به بازار کتاب عرضه شده است. این مجموعه شامل اشعاری در قالب‌های متنوع از جمله غزل، چارپاره و دوبیتی است که با زبانی لطیف و بیانی عمیق، احساسات انسانی، دل...

Deleuze's film philosophy takes Italian neorealism as the inaugural moment of modern cinema: the cinema of the time-image. Although many see neorealism as innovative in terms of its social content, Deleuze emphasizes specific qualities of the cinematic...

From Kingston, Jamaica, to London, England, 'The Making of a Masterpiece' recounts the remarkable, true story of Fowokan George Kelly-a contemporary creative artist, musician and visionary who defied the odds.Arriving in the UK as a boy in 1957, Fowokan...

At 36, Pat Treuer walked away from a high-paying corporate job-complete with titles, bonuses, and skyline views-to chase a dream with no roadmap: stand-up comedy. By 42, after launching a million-dollar pandemic-era comedy business and sinking every cent...

Introducing the captivating series, "Beauty" by Thomas G. Jewusiak. This collection is not just a series of books, but a journey through the evolution of feminine beauty as depicted in graphic and sculptural art throughout history.Each book in the series...

Arriving home from a filling Mexican dinner, Bob Walker and Frances Mooney were greeted in the driveway by a starving chihuahua puppy; it jumped up and down at their legs, seeking food and shelter. Just the day before, the couple had adopted two...

Are you contemplating making a change toward a more fulfilling and enriched life? Experiencing a mindful focus on dealing with stress and conflict or wanting to reach a higher potential, can be exhausting! Your solution, Bonnie Wilczynski's Seeing...

`Sangeet Aur Bharatiya Darshan' explores the deep connection between Indian music and ancient wisdom. This book reveals how the Upanishads, Vedas, and Puranas not only shaped the roots of Indian music but also infused it with depth, spirituality,...

"Design Synergy: Integrating MEPF and Architectural design for Smarter Buildings"offers a comprehensive look at how the collaboration between architects, MEPF engineers, and other stakeholders leads to the creation of high-performance, energy-efficient,...

This book is a reminder and a wake up call to humanity specially Christians. The prophetic voice of Daniel must be remembered as we look around our world today. The church as a whole must position themselves and purpose in their hearts that they will not...

Steven Jordan Brooks brings you "HOLLYWOOD The Band: A Tale of Sex, Drugs, and Rock and Roll," An electrifying journey through the 1970s music scene!Steven Jordan Brooks, with a background rooted in music and a passion for storytelling, crafted...

In the wake of the unprecedented success of the Star Wars franchise and Excalibur, famous producing team, Ted Mann and Rob Silverman began assembling a team of the most talented filmmakers in existence along with an experienced cast of screen legends and...

For 43 years, Eddie Murphy has dazzled audiences of all sorts whether it's edgy comedies (Bowfinger), cherished remakes (The Nutty Professor), family films (Shrek), or biopics (Dolemite is My Name). Pop culture author Mat Bradley-Tschirgi (The Films of...

A seductive journey into horror based on "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll And Mr. Hyde". JACKIE, (Gabriella Hall) a lonely and shy telemarketer in her late twenties, gets a phone call informing her that her uncle has just passed away and she is the only...

Dance, Culture & Self-Discovery: A Journey Through Indigenous WorldsWhen the world of classical ballet collides with the rhythmic heartbeat of indigenous dance, a transformative journey emerges. In Hollow Bone, Gretchen Ward Warren delves deep...

Fragile Things Tempt the Most is a raw and lyrical poetry collection by Alyazia Mana, exploring love, loss, memory, and quiet resilience. With haunting honesty and spiritual depth, these poems speak to anyone who's loved too deeply, grieved in silence,...

First released in 2017, this reissue of "Sotapanna," by the author of "Dreams of the Romantics" and "Roman Visions," (both in 2025) brings to the fore M. G. Turner's vision of a spiritual and creative endeavor while living in one of the must bustling and...

Unlock the Creative Power Within You and Align with Your Higher Design. The 12 Laws of Grand Vibrational Design is more than a book-it's a spiritual framework, a creative compass, and a self-mastery manual for artists, seekers, and visionaries alike...

Un guide sur les plantes que vous pouvez trouver à vos pieds.Nos plantes citadines présente une introduction à plus de 75 plantes et herbes qui poussent dans les fissures du trottoir, derrière la benne à ordures ou le long des voies ferrées. Pour...

A guide for the plants you can find at your feet.Sidewalk Plants presents an introduction to 75+ plants and herbs that grow in the cracks of the sidewalk, behind the dumpster or along the train tracks. For some, learn about how they contribute to your...

Dive into the captivating world of jazz with The Evolution of Jazz: A Journey Through Sound and Soul by Avinash Walton. This book takes you on an immersive journey through the history of jazz, from its African-American roots to its global influence today...

TEORÍA MUSICAL APLICADA 6 in 1: Síntesis exhaustiva de técnicas y conceptos clave para músicos y compositores Sumerge a los lectores en un mundo donde la teoría musical se convierte en arte, y las notas cobran vida con significado y propósito. Es su...

In the early 2000s, two men from Queens, New York turned a personal vendetta into the most infamous war in hip-hop history.Clash of the Titans: 50 Cent vs. Ja Rule - Power, Pride, and the War That Changed Hip-Hop dives into the story of how a...

The Limeliters were the most vibrant urban folk group of the early 1960s, second only to the Kingston Trio in popularity at their peak. They were a diverse, volatile mix of highly intelligent personalities: Lou Gottlieb, a bass-playing comic with a Ph.D...

For learning, teaching and enjoying of Indian classical music on Harmonium and Tabla, this book is first of its kind where all Lyric Compositions based on various Raagas and Taals are brand new. There is hardly any aspect of Indian music and culture...

Don't be so dramatic!Gavin DeWitt has given up a career on the stage to take his place among the respectable gentry of Crosspatch Corners. His older sister has married quite well, and now it's Gavin's job to ensure he and his younger siblings make an...

From the sharp-edged purity of the AW11 to the sculpted sophistication of the SW20, Midship Dreams is the definitive chronicle of Toyota's legendary mid-engine sports car. This comprehensive book explores every facet of the MR2's journey - from its...

How to Draw Dragons is a step-by-step guide to mastering one of fantasy art's most iconic and enduring subjects. This book introduces you to the essential building blocks of dragon illustration-anatomy, poses, expression, and character...

The Sign Painter and Lettering Artist's Reference Book of Alphabets and Ornaments is a meticulously curated collection of 115 lovingly restored 19th-century lettering sheets that showcase the complete alphabet from A to Z.In this reference book,...

Thomas McMahon's photographs and reports from the southwest Pacific appeared in capital city and provincial newspapers in Australia and New Zealand, and globally in pictorial encyclopedia, books, magazines and postcards and in his own lantern slide...

Кніга з'яўляецца вынікам мэтанакіраванага і шматгадовага даследавання музычнага фальклору старавераў заходняга Падзвіння. Яна складаецца з трох раздзелаў: "Валачобныя песні", "Крутухі, хараводы, пахадушкі", "Лірычныя песні". Кожны з раздзелаў мае...

From a rebellious teen with a powerhouse voice to an iconic pop-rock sensation, P!nk's journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. In Glitter in the Air: The Evolution of P!nk, discover the career story of Alecia Moore, the fierce spirit behind the...

Through visiting fellow château rescuers from UK Channel 4's first series Escape to the Château DIY, Beyond Paris examines rural France from a home hunter's perspective.Sophie Duncan's witty romp through some of France's less understood regions is...