"It's a poetic party on paper for Word Nerds like me, and a must-read for devotees of the form." --Brian P. Cleary, author of Bow-Tie Pasta: Acrostic Poems This outstanding anthology, the first of its kind, presents more than 80 acrostics--a storied poetic form that dates back to ancient times. In standard acrostics, the initial letters of successive lines spell out words when read vertically. This unique compilation features Lewis Carroll's verse about the namesake of his Alice character, Edgar Allan Poe's sonnet with a name arranged diagonally, Edward Lear's humorous alphabet poem, and a forty-stanza poem spelling out the Lord's Prayer. Informative chapter introductions explore acrostic legends, including Sir John Davies, who began the tradition of using the form to praise someone's name with acrostics about Queen Elizabeth I, and George Moses Horton, an African American slave who peddled produce and poems before he learned to write.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, The Unknown Capablanca provides an excellent introduction to one of the all-time greatest chess players, José Raúl Capablanca (1888-1942). From his first Cuban title against Juan Corzo at age twelve (1901) to his triumphant victory over Emanuel Lasker for the World Chess Championship (1921), Capablanca had a playing style characterized by clarity and simplicity. His games are still studied by chess players around the world as models of how to play strategically and positionally. This compilation of 210 games by the famous Cuban champion, nicknamed "the chess machine," is focused on the brilliant, imaginative maneuvers and strategies displayed in his lesser matches and exhibitions. Included are consultation games, match and exhibition games, simultaneous games, and simultaneous games with clocks; all thirteen games of Capablanca's wins over Corzo; and European tour games from 1913-14. Capablanca's complete chess record, indexes of players and endgames, and clippings from chess journals and newspapers from the US, Cuba, France, and Eastern Europe give significant insight into the extraordinary chess genius who dazzled the world for almost forty years.
A wondrous world of fanciful houses to color! Thirty-one imaginative illustrations feature playful dwellings--from enchanting storybook cottages, castles, and fairy houses to magical tree houses, decorative birdhouses, and dozens more fantastical structures. The delightfully quirky and detailed designs will inspire colorists to add their own creative touches to make each picture a unique and special keepsake.
Slime flies when you're having fun! It's time for kids to grab their partners in slime and have a goo-reat time.
Color stunning flower-filled landscapes! This lovely collection of 31 beautiful garden scenes is just waiting to be transformed into a kaleidoscope of brilliant colors! The exquisite images feature an array of favorite flowers--daffodils, daisies, peonies, roses, sunflowers, tulips, and more--in a variety of decorative and seasonal settings. Illustrations of unique desert, rock, and roof gardens; herb and vegetable plantings; and indoor and outdoor greenery complete this gallery of delightful drawings that celebrate the joys of nature.
CELEBRATE THE BEAUTY OF SONGBIRDS! Coloring enthusiasts and nature lovers will marvel at these 31 realistic illustrations of gorgeous songbirds in idyllic settings. Sweet scenes feature a wonderful array of these delightful birds in many regions and seasons: American goldfinches in a summer meadow, sparrows perched on a backyard clothesline, goldcrests nestled among pine needles, and many more. Relax and enjoy bird-watching anywhere, anytime--no binoculars needed! (Includes color details on the back of each illustration.)
Step back into the roaring twenties with the iconic American retailer Sears, Roebuck and Co. Sears began as a mail-order business in rural America in the nineteenth century. The convenience of ordering goods from the comfort of home made Sears a household name. This facsimile of the company's rare 1923 "The Thrift Book of a Nation" catalog, which embraced the aesthetic of quality and good value, offers a nostalgic look back at consumer goods during a nation's rising prosperity as it recovered from the devastation of World War I. The catalog features appliances, clothing, dry goods, guns, housewares, jewelry, toys, and even accessories for the latest technology: the automobile--gasoline engines, Model T fenders, and a garage to keep it in! A splendid sourcebook for antique collectors, historians, costume enthusiasts, and nostalgia lovers.
Immerse Yourself in the Tranquil Beauty of the Tropics Colorists will marvel at these 31 stunning illustrations featuring gorgeous natural landscapes! The beautiful scenes showcase exotic flowers, majestic birds, delicate butterflies, and many more unique plants and animals, set among lush rain forests, dramatic vistas, dazzling seascapes, and other picturesque locales. Relax and enjoy this delightful paradise getaway -- no passport required!
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Edith Wharton delivers a stunning, poignant tale that skillfully explores the psychological and cultural influences on human behavior during the early years of World War I. The profoundly moving story follows the shattered lives of distraught parents left behind as their son enlists to fulfill his military duty. Expatriate American painter John Campton battles to keep his only son, George, away from the front while considering the moral implications of his actions. Inspired by her volunteer work in France during World War I, Edith Wharton's remarkable war novel, originally published in 1922, presents an evocative portrait of sorrow and grief and remains a powerful exploration of parental and filial love and tragedy.
Myra Driscoll had it all--dresses, jewels, a riding horse, and a Steinway piano--until she met and fell in love with Oswald Henshawe, a man her uncle, John Driscoll, hated. Despite the threat of disinheritance by Driscoll, Myra married Oswald. Nellie Birdseye narrates the poignant journey through a failing marriage and a woman's painful struggle with the marriage paradox: how to reconcile youth's romantic exuberance with growing disillusionment, bitterness, and regret. A novelist and short-story writer, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Willa Cather (1873-1947) is today widely regarded as one of the foremost American authors of the twentieth century. She spent her formative years in Nebraska, which at the time was a frontier territory. The pioneer spirit has influenced much of her writing; nevertheless, her departure from that world in My Mortal Enemy led to a mixed reception from critics and the general public. Although the novel was a commercial success, it sparked a heated controversy over whether Myra's "mortal enemy" was Oswald or Myra herself.
The author of one of the greatest romance novels of all time, Pride and Prejudice, takes her readers on a satiric tour through England's history Written during Jane Austen's teenage years as part of her Juvenilia of the 1790s, The History of England mercilessly exploits the comedic potential of human foibles within British royalty. Filled with puns and parodies, the history begins with the reign of Henry IV and concludes with the death of Charles I more than two centuries later. Originally intending it for circulation and performance among family and friends, Jane also commissioned her sister Cassandra to provide illustrations to complement her signature wit and humor. This volume includes an informative introduction, background context such as family trees and personal letters, and extensive editorial commentary. Austen fans and history buffs are sure to delight in this work written by "a partial, prejudiced, and ignorant historian."
UNLEASH YOUR INNER MANGA ARTIST Let your creativity flow as you color these 31 striking images featuring captivating portraits and lush landscapes inspired by popular Japanese comic book art and animation. Infused with elements of anime, manga, pop surrealism, and Art Nouveau, each page will capture your imagination as you bring these uniquely beautiful illustrations to life with color.
Sigmund Freud's psychoanalysis of religion's effects on civilization is the culmination of a lifelong thought pattern. He portrays religion as a set of false beliefs based on human desires. According to Freud, religion manifests as a God-like father figure to a helpless child, whose survival is dependent on delusional beliefs for independence, security, and incentives for good behavior. In this illuminating book, Freud declares that religion and science are mortal enemies. He proclaims that human instincts are destructive and must be restrained to maintain an orderly society. He concludes that civilization can only be redeemed through new constructions of existence and ideas motivated by science.
Delightful Folk Art Designs to Color! Thirty-one charming illustrations feature a captivating array of simple yet stunning Scandinavian patterns overflowing with birds and blossoms, all inspired by generations of quilt designs, furniture ornamentation, wall hangings, and other traditional décor. Colorists will love this unique book filled with beautiful nature-themed Nordic imagery and its countless coloring possibilities.
Cultivate your creativity! Colorists will love these 31 original illustrations that incorporate the intricacies of traditional Celtic knotwork with charming garden motifs. This unique collection features a wonderful variety of dazzling designs that include bees, birds, butterflies, flowers, fruits, vegetables, vines, and other natural elements, detailed with interlacing patterns and framed with gorgeous borders--just waiting for creative touches of color to bring them to life!
" Let nothing divert you from your duty to your body." "Oh I say these are not the parts and poems of the body only, but of the soul." One of America's greatest poets, Walt Whitman adopted the role of advice columnist in 1858 under the pseudonym of Mose Velsor. In this entertaining book, Whitman extols the virtues of self-care for the human body, dispensing tips on men's health including diet, exercise, physical beauty, sex, habit, vitality, and a host of other subjects. The volume juxtaposes excerpts of his well-known verse with his lesser-known prose and is richly illustrated with Victorian line drawings. These unique and fascinating insights into one of America's most beloved poets reinforce his holistic idea that the body and the mind are connected--and that to be fully alive one must attend to both.
Challenge yourself with these brain-boosting word games! Put your brainpower to the test with these 50 original mind-benders! Created by professional puzzlemaker and cartoonist Patrick Merrell, this entertaining collection includes a variety of acrostics, crosswords, cryptograms, wordoku puzzles, word pyramids, word searches, and other popular pastimes. Take a break from your digital life--relax, grab a pencil, and have an old-fashioned good time. Includes solutions.
Learn how to transform simple balls and coils of polymer clay into precious little keepsakes! Full-color illustrations and easy-to-follow directions explain basic techniques as well as every step of the crafting process to make more than 30 enchanting clay models that include fairies, gnomes, and elves with their whimsical cottages and hideaways; popular garden ornaments such as a wishing well, birdbath, and welcome sign; and a variety of cute plants and animals. Each adorable project includes a list of materials consisting of colored clay and ordinary household items. And the detailed, step-by-step instructions feature numbers corresponding to color photos that provide helpful examples. Crafters of all ages will love these hands-on, fun-filled projects, which make charming decorations and unique gifts.
Fabulous Feathered Friends to Color! Bird lovers and colorists will adore these 31 imaginative and whimsical illustrations featuring a wondrous array of birds--from ducks and swans to owls, penguins, and many more--in a variety of delightful designs. Artist Angela Porter's unique, playful pictures invite you to celebrate a "Happy Bird-day" any day!
Kids will have double the fun with this unique 2-in-1 coloring book! One side features 30 color-by-number pictures of adorable sea animals. The flip side reveals 30 more cute illustrations to color.
This masterly character study of human transformation, written by Joseph Conrad (1857-1924) during the First World War, chronicles a youth's passage into manhood upon becoming the commander of his first ship. In this poignant tale of maturation, Conrad explores this transitional event while delivering a portrait of physical and psychic exile, sensory disorientation, and the final crossover to a new identity. With a realism born of firsthand knowledge of the seafaring life, Conrad delivers an intense evocation of his own first command aboard the ship Otago, taken on when the previous captain died en route to Bangkok.
Princess Diana, The Ultimate Royal Fashion Icon This stunning paper doll collection features a gorgeous gallery of beautifully detailed renderings of dozens of Princess Diana's most famous fashions. The legendary looks from the 1980s and 1990s include everything from her magnificent wedding gown, black off-the-shoulder "Revenge Dress," and elegant "Travolta" dress to demure touring ensembles and spectacular red carpet gowns. Two dolls showcase the Princess of Wales's evolving look through her decades in the spotlight, and brief captions note designers and other essential details. A truly wonderful keepsake for everyone who loved and admired the "People's Princess!"
Love is in the air! Your heart will soar as you color these 31 magnificent mandalas! The elegant circular designs overflow with hearts in stunning, romantic patterns exquisitely detailed with bees, birds, cherubs, and flowers. Mandala art is believed to alleviate stress, and coloring these kaleidoscopic images offers hours of relaxation and creative fun. Perfect for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine's Day, and other special occasions!
Dinosaurs are on the loose in this roarsome activity book! Young paleontologists ages 4-8 will come face-to-face with these prehistoric creatures in dozens of dino-themed puzzles, including mazes, hidden pictures, and other favorites. Solutions included.
This volume combines two of novelist and lyric poet James Joyce's poetry books -- Chamber Music (1907), and Pomes Penyeach (1927), featuring a collection of 49 poems -- plus "The Holy Office" and "Gas from a Burner."
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