An irresistible felting book for cat lovers!From playful tabbies to fierce black cats, this book shows you how to create felted felines in every shape and posture: crouching, preening, stretching, napping and ready to pounce!Master Japanese felting artist and teacher (and a great cat lover himself) Housetsu Sato shows you how to become an expert in capturing a cat's essential form and characterespecially at the kitten stage, when they are full of surprises.In this book Sato teaches you how to:Form the basic shapes and cat body partsCreate a variety of familiar cat poses and posturesAdd realistic textures and markings to the furGive unique expressions to your cat facesAlong the way, he shows you how to infuse your felted friends with a playful sense of "e;cattitude,"e; including how to incorporate fur from your real kitties into your felted models.Detailed instructions and photos for each cat piece, fur texture and marking make these projects friendly even if you are new to felting. Printable full-size templates help you form the correct shapes and proportions, and brief lessons in cat anatomy help you make your felted cats truly lifelike. Photos showing variations on the poses and markings make it easy to envision your own cat's likeness emerging from your hands.
"With free online audio recordings & flash cards"--Page 1 of cover.
A handy cheat sheet of key Chinese grammar points in an at-a-glance, easy-to-carry format!The Chinese Grammar Language Study Card is the perfect resource for reviewing the main grammar points that are needed to take the basic-intermediate HSK Levels or the AP test. The compact, portable format is invaluable for anyone wanting to quickly review or expand their knowledge of everyday Chinese sentence and verb forms. This study card includes:How sentences are formedHow to use sentence particles correctlyHow to make questionsDifferent types of sentencesThe grammar points are clearly organized into color-coded sections. Each section has a concise explanation in English followed by examples given in Chinese script and Pinyin with English translation. Free online audio recordings by native speakers provide clear and accurate pronunciations for all the Chinese words and sentences. Designed for convenience, this study card is:Laminated: to hold up over time and avoid being ruined by coffee spills3 hole punched: giving the option to put it in a binder8.5x11 inches: to easily fit into a folder or notebook alongside other study materials
My First Book of Hindi Words is a beautifully illustrated book that introduces young children to Hindi language and Indian culture through everyday words.
This beautiful notebook makes studying a pleasure!Each double page spread has squared paper on the right-hand side for practicing formation of the Korean alphabet characters, and lined paper on the left-hand side for note-taking. A ten-page reference section at the back of the notebook gives Hangul alphabet charts, key vocabulary, and basic grammar tips.Contents:Pages 1-118 Alternate pages of lined and squared paper for note-taking and writing practicePages 119-120 Korean Hangul alphabet chartsPages 121-124 Key vocabulary listsPages 125-128 Basic grammar tips
These classic and colorful note cards feature 16 Japanese shibori designs. Blank inside, these cards will convey a heartfelt message for any occasion.This note card set includes:16 folded blank note cards—3.75 x 4.5 inches (9.5 x 11.5 cm)16 unique designs17 sealable envelopes (meet US Postal requirements for mailing with a standard stamp)Pair with the matching Tuttle wrapping papers—Japanese Shibori Gift Wrapping Papers 12 Sheets—for colorful and cohesive gift giving!Shibori is a hand-dyeing technique from Japan that typically involves folding, twisting or bunching cloth to create a unique pattern—sort of like an ancient form of tie-dye.
The easy way to learn the Korean Hangeul writing system!Fans of K-Pop and Korean dramas as well as beginning students of Korean will love this handy guide to the Korean Hangeul alphabet. Designed for both self-study students and use in a classroom, no prior knowledge of Korean is needed. With this workbook, you'll quickly learn to read, write and pronounce the letters and hundreds of useful Korean words and phrases.Reading and Writing Korean includes:Free online audio recordings to teach you to pronounce all the sounds of the language correctlyFun exercises to help you memorize a broad range of vocabulary—from numbers and Korean foods to pop culture and social mediaA set of free downloadable flash cards to help you memorize letters and wordsA complete answer key for all the exercisesMnemonic illustrations to help memorize the sounds of the lettersOxford University instructors Jieun Kiaer and Derek Driggs present the vowels, consonants, syllables and words in a systematic, step-by-step approach which takes you from tracing and copying individual letters to writing complete words and sentences in no time at all!
Learn to fold incredible geometric origami models from "e;The Queen of Modular Origami!"e;In this book, Tomoko FuseJapan's most famous living origami artistshows you how to create amazing polyhedral models using the techniques of modular origami (where many paper sheets are folded then locked together without glue or tape).Make 64 intriguing modular models, including:Stackable ModulesThe perfect starting point for novices, these simple constructions result in stunning three-dimensional forms3-D StarsDazzling decorative starbursts that look great on a Christmas tree, on your mantleor even in an art galleryManifold Modulars"e;Inception-like"e; models in which individual modular constructions themselves become modules within a larger pieceCubes and BoxesPerfect for gift givingand there is no finer teacher for these than renowned origami box specialist Tomoko FuseAnd many more!*Recommended for experienced folders and up*
A charming collection of quirky insights into Japanese culture.The Magic of Japan is writer Hector Garcia's intensely personal account of his fifteen years in Japan. A self-professed "e;otaku"e; or Japanese anime geek since childhood, Garcia has worked for a Japanese software company, mastered the language, and become one of Japan's most popular bloggers.This book is the culmination of his experiences and showcases Garcia's unique ability to delve beneath the surface of Japanese culture to describe its quirky and deep spiritual underpinnings. This collection of essays and beautiful photographs will appeal to his worldwide fan baseincluding those who devoured his previous bestsellers, A Geek in Japan and Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy LifeJapanophiles, armchair travelers and anyone with an interest in cultural and travel memoirs.The Magic of Japan features Garcia's keen observations on a wide variety of cultural topics:Japanese behavioral traits, including non-verbal communication, hansei (self-reflection), heijoshin (a calm mind) and shoshin (childlike openness)How Japan's geography and history have shaped its cultureits natural disasters, scarce resources, centuries of isolation and its feudal pastJapanese idiosyncrasies, ranging from food traditions and absurd jobs to a love of queuesThe Japanese spirit, as evidenced in traditional art, manga and attitudes to womenShintoism and Buddhism, looking at temples, festivals, rituals and how religious beliefs pervade popular culture, as seen for example in Studio Ghibli's movie Spirited AwayJapan's dark side, including crime, the yakuza, adultery, bullying and suicideThe book ends with a gloriously random selection of all things Garcia considers especially magical about Japanfrom izakaya to shiitake mushrooms, summer fireworks and green tea!
These fun and colorful note cards feature 16 tie-dye designs.Tie-dye is making a big comeback—from clothing and home accessories to office and school supplies. Share this feel-good trend with loved ones and make them smile! Blank inside, these cards will convey a heartfelt message no matter the occasion.This note card set includes:16 folded blank note cards—3 3/4 x 4 1/2 inches (9.5 x 11.5 cm)17 sealable envelopes16 unique designs
These fine-quality sheets feature 6 prints inspired by classic and colorful Japanese chiyogami!These papers are suitable for craft projects as well as for gift wrapping. The variety of designs means they are useful for any occasion—whether a holiday, birthday, anniversary or "just because."24 sheets of 18 x 24 inch (45 x 61 cm) paper6 unique patternsPair with the matching Tuttle note cards—Chiyogami Japanese, 16 Note Cards—for a colorful and cohesive gift!The tradition of gift wrapping originated in Asia, with the first documented use in China in the 2nd century BC. Japanese furoshiki, reusable wrapping cloth, is still in use four centuries after it was first created. Gift wrapping is one custom that has prevailed through the ages and across the world—it should be special for both the gift giver and recipient.
The Japanese have two kinds of ghosts in their folklorethe spirits of the dead, and the spirits of the living. This classic of Japanese literature invites you to take your choice if you dare.In Ghostly Japan collects twelve ghostly stories from Lafcadio Hearn, deathless images of ghosts and goblins, touches of folklore and superstition, salted with traditions of the nation. While some of these stories contain nightmare imagery worthy of a midnight creature feature, others are not ghostly or ghastly at all. "e;Bits of Poetry"e; offers an engaging study on verse, and "e;Japanese Buddhist Proverbs"e; explains the meaning of several aphorisms based on Japanese cultural references.Whether you're looking to spot the demons that walk among us, or simply to enjoy the prose of a legendary craftsman, In Ghostly Japan affords countless delights. Stories include:"e;Fragment"e; about a young pilgrim who encounters a mountain of skulls"e;Ingwa-banashi"e; about a dying wife who bequeaths a rival a sinister legacy"e;A Passional Karma"e; about a spectral beauty who returns for her handsome samurai lover
Children will get an inside look at Vietnam's vibrant culture, while learning through fun, hands-on games, songs, and activities! This multicultural children's book is perfect for story time at home or in a classroom, and is one children will come back to time and again.Young readers are introduced to many different aspects of Vietnamese culture, including:A brief look at the nation's history, from its mythological beginnings to its famous kings and heroesTours of picturesque Halong Bay, the teeming streets of Hanoi and Saigon, the sand dunes of Mui Ne, the Dragon Bridge in Da Nang, the imperial palace in Hue, and many more colorful places!Try your hand at making authentic Vietnamese dishes including a Banh Mi sandwich, Fresh Spring Rolls and Moon Cakes to accompany the Mid-Autumn Festival celebrationRelive popular folktales and legends like "e;The Legend of the Areca Nut and the Betel Leaves"e; and "e;The Legend of Trong Com"e;Learn the beloved folk song "e;The Rice Drum"e; and the lively dance that accompanies itExperience the sights and sounds of the Tet New Year's celebration as well as other colorful festivals like the Feast of the Wandering Souls, the Mooncake Festival, the Kitchen God Festival, and the Hoi An Lantern FestivalLearn to speak a few words of Vietnamese, including greetings and the proper way to say goodbyeMake a beaded dragonfly; learn about Vietnamese manners and superstitions; celebrate birthdays, weddings, and important events; and taste the local fruits and delicious street food dishes!Award-winning author Phuoc Thi Minh Tran is a Vietnamese librarian and storyteller who opens windows onto a culture she knows intimately in this lavishly-illustrated book. The charming full-color illustrations and photographs bring Vietnam's history and culture vividly to life.
Essential Mandarin Chinese Grammar is a systematic overview of Mandarin grammar, oriented toward self-study, English-speaking students.Through explanations of common mistakes learners make, useful example sentences and exercises with an answer key, this book provides a detailed introduction to the unique grammar structures of the Mandarin language.Ideal for any student who is interested in taking their skills to the next level, this book makes the difficult task of perfecting grammar efficient, interesting and rewarding. Essential Mandarin Chinese Grammar is a perfect tool to help you form correct and natural-sounding sentences, and determine how to best use the grammar you need for reading or writing Mandarin.Each example and exercise is written in both pinyin and Simplified Chinese Characters to accommodate learners with varying levels of character literacy, including those who have learned only to speak but not read.
An incredible, untold story of survival and acceptance that sheds light on one of the darkest chapters in Japanese history.This book tells the story of Kazuo Odachi whoin 1943, when he was just 16 years-oldjoined the Imperial Japanese Navy to become a pilot. A year later, he was unknowingly assigned to the Kamikaze Special Attack Corpsa group of airmen whose mission was to sacrifice their lives by crashing planes into enemy ships. Their callsign was "e;ten dead, zero alive."e;By picking up Memoirs of a Kamikaze, readers will experience the hardships of fighter pilot trainingdipping and diving and watching as other trainees crash into nearby mountainsides. They'll witness the psychological trauma of coming to terms with death before each mission, and breathe a sigh of relief with Odachi when his last mission is cut short by Japan's eventual surrender. They'll feel the anger at a government and society that swept so much of the sacrifice under the rug in its desperation to rebuild.Odachi's innate "e;samurai spirit"e; carried him through childhood, WWII and his eventual life as a kendo instructor, police officer and detective. His attention to detail, unwavering self-discipline and impenetrably strong mind were often the difference between life and death. Odachi, who is now well into his nineties, kept his Kamikaze past a secret for most of his life. Seven decades later, he agreed to sit for nearly seventy hours of interviews with the authors of this bookwho know Odachi personally. He felt it was his responsibility to finally reveal the truth about the Kamikaze pilots: that they were unsuspecting teenagers and young men asked to do the bidding of superior officers who were never held to account.This book offers a new perspective on these infamous suicide pilots. It is not a chronicle of war, nor is it a collection of research papers compiled by scholars. It is a transcript of Odachi's words.
**Named one of the best books of 2015 by The Economist** Private Markets, Fashion Trends, Prison Camps, Dissenters and Defectors. North Korea is one of the most troubled societies on earth. The country's 24 million people live under a violent dictatorship led by a single family, which relentlessly pursues the development of nuclear arms, which periodically incites risky military clashes with the larger, richer, liberal South, and which forces each and every person to play a role in the "e;theater state"e; even as it pays little more than lip service to the wellbeing of the overwhelming majority. With this deeply anachronistic system eventually failed in the 1990s, it triggered a famine that decimated the countryside and obliterated the lives of many hundreds of thousands of people. However, it also changed life forever for those who survived. A lawless form of marketization came to replace the iron rice bowl of work in state companies, and the Orwellian mind control of the Korean Workers' Party was replaced for many by dreams of trade and profit. A new North Korea Society was born from the horrors of the eraone that is more susceptible to outside information than ever before with the advent of k-pop and video-carrying USB sticks. This is the North Korean society that is described in this book. In seven fascinating chapters, the authors explore what life is actually like in modern North Korea today for the ordinary "e;man and woman on the street."e; They interview experts and tap a broad variety of sources to bring a startling new insider's view of North Korean societyfrom members of Pyongyang's ruling families to defectors from different periods and regions, to diplomats and NGOs with years of experience in the country, to cross-border traders from neighboring China, and textual accounts appearing in English, Korean and Chinese sources. The resulting stories reveal the horror as well as the innovation and humor which abound in this fascinating country.
Watch a mischievous monkey learn his lesson, float along with a colorful butterfly, and visit a village with a mouse mayor. Chinese Children's Favorite Stories is a collection of thirteen timeless Chinese folktales told and charmingly illustrated by Yipwhose inspiration for retelling them came from her father's nightly storytelling when she was a child. Some of the selections are a thousand years old, including: The Mouse Bride Dream of the Butterfly The Frog Who Lived in a Well How the Fox Tricked the Tiger Part of the Children's Favorite Stories series, this lovely book of Asian legends and folktales will appeal to young readers of all backgrounds, while they learn more about Chinese culture and traditions. Full of colorful illustrations, delightful characters, and retold for an international audience, this multicultural book will enchant children and parents alike.
This user-friendly Japanese language book is a complete course, pocket dictionary and Japanese phrasebook in one. Easy Japanese is designed for Japanese language beginners who are planning a visit to Japan or are already living there and wish to learn spoken Japanese quickly and easilyon their own or with a teacher. This book introduces all the basics of the spoken language with an emphasis on practical daily conversations and vocabulary. It enables you to begin efficiently communicating right away.Key features of Easy Japanese include: Structured, progressive lessons Focuses on daily communication Native-speaker audio recordingsAll dialogues are highly practical and authentic and illustrated with manga illustrations for easy memorization. Useful notes and explanations about the Japanese writing system, pronunciations and accents, greetings and requests, sentence structure, vocabulary, verb conjugations, honorific forms, idiomatic expressions and Japanese etiquette dos and don'ts are provided throughout the book. A useful Japanese dictionary of commonly-used words and phrases is included at the back.
This origami art book features the work of 25 contemporary master folders who are among the most innovative origami artists working today. They are pushing the boundaries of origami vigorously in new directions in terms of style, scale, materials, subject and scope. This elite group includes: Joel Cooper Erik Demaine and Martin Demaine Paul Jackson Beth Johnson Michael G. LaFosse and Richard L. Alexander Robert J. Lang Linda Mihara Bernie Peyton Richard Sweeney And many moreThe stunning photos and brilliant essays in this book demonstrate why origami is now an international art movementlargely through the efforts and artistic genius of a few contemporary masters. The trailblazing efforts of Japanese artist Akira Yoshizawa elevated the paper folding to an art form by showing how subtle shapes and figures could be created from a single sheet of paper though a variety of non-traditional folding techniques. Artists in other parts of the worldincluding the United States, France, England, China and Scandinaviatook Yoshizawa's cue and pushed these techniques further and further. The result has been the emergence of many new and surprising sculptural forms created through techniques such as wet folding, curved creasing, tessellating and the application of alternative materials besides paper.
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