When she was 19 months old, Helen Keller (1880-1968) suffered a severe illness that left her blind and deaf. Not long after, she also became mute. Her tenacious struggle to overcome these handicaps — with the help of her inspired teacher, Anne... Zobraziť viac
This is the legendary collage masterpieces of Max Ernst (b. 1891), one of the leading figures of the surrealistic movement and among the most original artists of the 20th century. From old catalog and pulp novel illustrations... Zobraziť viac
The 6 essays and one address in this volume outline the great transcendentalist's moral idealism as well as hinting at the later scepticism that colored his thought... Zobraziť viac
One of the best-known, most frequently performed of modern plays, A Doll's House richly displays the genius with which Henrik Ibsen pioneered modern, realistic prose drama... Zobraziť viac
This unusually comprehensive collection features patterns based on actual snowflake photographs. Even beginners can follow the simple instructions and numerous helpful illustrations, and those with more advanced skills will be captivated by the more ... Zobraziť viac
Generations of readers have recognized the impassioned cry that introduces the young narrator of Demian, and embraced this tale of a troubled young man's struggle toward self-awareness. Initially published in Berlin in 1919, the novel met ... Zobraziť viac
Written in response to a book on the origins of morality by his erstwhile friend Paul Rée, the three essays comprising The Genealogy of Morals — all three advancing the critique of Christian morality set forth in Beyond Good and Evil... Zobraziť viac
This 1893 survey ranks among the most influential and important books about the impact of frontier life on a transplanted civilization... Zobraziť viac
"At the door on summer evenings Sat the little Hiawatha; Heard the whispering of the pine-trees, Sounds of music, words of wonder . . ." The infectious rhythm of The Song of Hiawatha has captured the ears of millions. Once drawn in, they've stayed to... Zobraziť viac
This masterpiece of science (and mathematical) fiction is a delightfully unique and highly entertaining satire that has charmed readers for more than 100 years. The work of English clergyman, educator and Shakespearean... Zobraziť viac
Comprehensive, advanced treatment of nature and source of inherited characteristics, with treatment of mathematical techniques. Mendelian populations, mutations, polymorphisms, genetic demography, much more... Zobraziť viac
Classic study discusses number sequence and number language, then explores written numerals and computations in a wide range of cultures... Zobraziť viac
Epigrams, aphorisms, and other bon mots gathered from the celebrated wit's plays, essays, and conversation offer... Zobraziť viac
Including numerous views, cross-sections, and other diagrams, this entertaining instruction guide includes careful, scientifically accurate line renderings of the body's organs and major systems: skeletal, muscular, nervous, reproductive, and... Zobraziť viac
One of the last great names in the Japanese ukiyo-e style, Kuniyoshi was an undisputed master of the warrior woodblock print — and these 18th-century illustrations represent the pinnacle of his craft... Zobraziť viac
This classic textbook by J. P. Den Hartog, retired professor of mechanical engineering at MIT, reflects the author's unique ability to combine the scholarly insight of a distinguished scientist with the practical, problem-solving orientation ... Zobraziť viac
This thoughtful and incisive guidebook, written by a former animator for Walt Disney Studios, will help artists at many skill levels improve their ability to draw a wide variety of animal forms both realistically and as caricatures... Zobraziť viac
In his long life, Sophocles (born ca. 496 B.C., died after 413) wrote more than one hundred plays. Of these, seven complete tragedies remain, among them the famed Oedipus Rex and Oedipus at Colonus... Zobraziť viac
Features 41 of Poe's most memorable poems... Zobraziť viac
