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"At last, here is the book I have long awaited from a food writer I really trust."--Charmaine Solomon

This monumental reference worklong awaited by collectors and scholarsfills an important gap in the available literature on oriental rugs. Lavishly illustrated with over 1000 photographs and drawings, it offers clear and precise definitions for the rug and textile terms in use across a broad swath of the globefrom Morocco to Turkey, Persia, the Caucasus region, Central Asia, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India and China. Covering priceless museum-quality rug traditions as well as modern centers of production, Oriental Rugs: An Illustrated Lexicon of Motifs, Materials, and Origins draws on classical scholarship as well as current terminology in use among producers and traders in these areas today. It focuses primarily on the rich hand-knotting and hand-weaving traditions of the Near East and Central Asia, but also includes some examples of Scandinavian and Native American weavings.Oriental rugs are receiving ever-increasing attention and recognition in the field of art history. Tribal weavings especially have become a focus for new research, and Oriental Rugs provides a new understanding of many distinctive traditions that were previously understudied, such as the weavings of southwest Persia, Baluchistan and Kurdistan. This concise oriental rug reference book is a must-have for scholars and anyone serious about collecting rugs, selling rugs or the rug trade in general. Additional reference information also includes:Foreign termsPlace namesThe Oriental Rug lexiconMuseums with notable rug collectionsOriental rug internet sites

Cook delicious and beautiful Thai dishes with this easy-to-follow Thai cookbook. Thai cuisine has taken the world by storm. Its rich combinations of sweet, sour, salty and spicy flavors make Thai dining a complete sensory pleasure. Many people think that Thai dishes are difficult to prepare, but James Beard nominee and CIA trained chef, Robert Danhi proves that isn't so. Easy Thai cooking gives you a variety of easy-to-make recipes like Grilled Chicken Wings with Kaffir Lime Chili Glaze or Sweet-n-Spicy Pork Ribs or Green Mango and Cashew Salad. The thorough explanations of Thai cooking techniques that allows you to recreate the flavors of Thailand in your own kitchen. In addition, Chef Robert gives you expert guidance on acquiring and maintaining a well-stocked Thai pantry. With basic ingredients and his step-by-step instructions, you can make stunning dishes that will add a uniquely Thai flare to your cooking repertoire. Thai recipes include: Hot and Sour Tamarind Soup Stir-fried Pork, Basil and Chilies Classic Red Curry Chicken Golden Pork Satay with Thai Peanut Sauce Spice Crusted Fire-Roasted Shrimp Barbecued Banana Leaf Curry Fish Grilled Tofu, Curried Peas and Kefir Lime Pineapple Fried Jasmine Rice Stir-fried Peanut-Tamarind Noodles Chef Robert's loose approach to cooking, always takes into account and respects Thailand's unique cuisine. The flavors are authentically Thai, yet there is always room for experimenting and developing flavors of your own!

Transport yourself to the global capital of cool with this ultimate guide to Japanese pop culture!Are you crazy about Japanese manga, anime, video games, cosplay, toys and idols? If so, this book is for you! Whether you're planning a trip to Japan, have a severe case of wanderlust, or are just fascinated by its culture, let Otaku Japan transport you to the capital of cool.In this practical travel guide, over 450 iconic shops, restaurants, cafes, clubs and events are presented in loving detail with precise directions on how to find them. More than 20 maps, websites and over 400 color photos take you the length and breadth of Japan to all the centers of Otaku culturefrom snowy Hokkaido to sunny Kyushu.Highlights include:Interviews with Game DevelopersCosplay and Halloween Events in JapanDojinshi: Self-published ComicsA Visit to the Ghibli MuseumInterview with famous Japanese idolsAnime-themed TrainsA Glossary of Otaku TermsAnd much, much more!The book covers all major regions in JapanTokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nagoya, Sapporo and Fukuokaas well as lesser-known areas like Tohoku, Chugoku and Shikoku.

At last, a book that demystifies Korean cookingthe cuisine behind a growing food trend. Aromatic, savory, piquant, and robusteveryone is talking about the intriguing flavors and textures of Korean food! With this new Korean cookbook, home cooks everywhere can prepare healthy and satisfying meals using ingredients that are available in any supermarket, using a few simple and familiar techniques. This collection of Korean recipes includes something for everyone:Marinated Barbecued Kalbi Beef Short RibsBibimbap Rice Bowls Topped with Vegetables and BeefNapa Cabbage Kimchi, Daikon Kimchi and other pickled vegetablesStir-fried Dakgalbi Chicken with Garlic Bean SauceSoy Marinated Bulgogi Beef with Spring OnionsTangy Japchae Beanthread Noodles with Sesame and Fresh VegetablesAnd so much more! The dishes highlighted in Korean Homestyle Cooking include all the classic Korean appetizers, sides dishes, soups and stews, main courses, and rice and noodle disheseven desserts and drinks, including: Yukgaejang Spicy Beef SoupPork and Pepper Buchimgae Savory PancakesPork and Kimchi PotstickersSeafood and Daikon Kimchi StewTomato KimchiClam and Chive SoupKorean Fried RiceYuja Citrus TeaMakgeolli Sparkling Rice Wine SherbetCrunchy Sweet Potato Sticks With probiotic superfood properties, Korean cuisine also has a lot of health benefits and is perfect for anyone trying out a macrobiotic diet. Korean Homestyle Cooking brings the unforgettable flavors of Korea into your homeno takeout menu required!

Fold beautiful origami flowers then arrange them into stunning bonsai sculptures with this wonderful origami book.Origami Bonsai makes it possible for paper folders at every level to create unique botanical sculptures at home by folding delicate paper flowers and leaves and attaching them to natural branches.This easy origami book contains: Multi-color photos and drawings Step-by-step instructions Explanations of dozens of folding techniques 3 hours of streamable or downloadable instructional videoIt also shows you how to select natural twigs, branches, and stonesand how to assemble them into a lifelike finished origami sculpture. To help in the creation process the book contains detailed instructions and numerous photographs of both works in process and completed origami bonsai pieces that are sure to have you crating your own decorative origami art in no time.Origami flower projects include: The Ficus Leaf The Berlin Poplar Leaf The Black Eyed Susan The Foxglove The Buttercup And many more