2305 results for 'Silva, Rui Da'

Discover the incredible life and achievements of Leonardo da Vinci in this engaging introduction to one of history's greatest geniuses.A polymath with expertise in art, mathematics, architecture,...

A mysterious death at the Louvre sets off a chain of events that leads to a shocking historical truth. When a series of cryptic codes is discovered at the scene, a team of experts must work together...

Leonardo da Vinci is a biography that brings to life the extraordinary story of one of history's most creative geniuses. Based on thousands of pages from Leonardo's notebooks and new discoveries...

This book explores the lesser-known paintings of Bernardino Luini, an artist influenced by Leonardo da Vinci. Through a comparative analysis of Luini's works from the 1520s, it reveals how he...

Walter Isaacson's biography of Leonardo da Vinci is a fascinating exploration of the life and work of one of history's most creative geniuses. Based on thousands of pages from Leonardo's notebooks...

Leonardo da Vinci was accused of sodomy in 16th-century Italy. For two months, he was interrogated and tortured until the lack of evidence cleared his name. His reputation damaged, Leonardo left...

Discover the fascinating life story and inspirations of Leonardo da Vinci, a pioneer in S.T.E.A.M. innovation.This biography brings to life the remarkable achievements of this 16th-century polymath,...

Leonardo da Vinci: The Mind of the RenaissanceThis biography explores the life and work of one of history's most fascinating intellectuals. From his early years to his apprenticeships in Florence,...

The mysterious death at the Louvre sets off a chain of events that leads Robert Langdon into a world of cryptic symbols and hidden truths. A cryptogram left at the scene of the crime is just the...

Charles Nicholl's biography of Leonardo Da Vinci offers an intimate portrait of the artist, drawing on contemporary materials such as his notebooks and sketchbooks to gain insight into his mental...

This book explores the innovative ideas and inventions of Leonardo da Vinci, examining their relevance in modern technology. By applying contemporary concepts to his designs, the authors demonstrate...

Discover the brilliance of Leonardo da Vinci in this concise and insightful eBook. From his early beginnings in the Italian Renaissance to his later life and old age, this book explores the full...

Discover the life and works of one of history's most fascinating figures: Leonardo da Vinci. This comprehensive reference book explores the artist's personal life, travels, artistic influences, and...

SS Das Reich at War 1939-1945 Rare Photographs from Wartime Archives by Ian Baxter The SS Das Reich Division was formed in 1940, emerging from the SS-Verfgungstruppe unit that had been established...

A striking debut novel by Indra Das, The Devourers is a captivating tale of a mysterious stranger and a college professor who becomes entangled in a chronicle of a race of people at once more than...

Leonardo da Vinci: A Life in Drawing by Martin Clayton is an authoritative account of the artist's works within the Royal Collection. The publication brings together 200 of Leonardo's drawings,...

Ingo Swann Man of Miracles: a Memoir in Four Parts by Raul Da Silva is a unique and thought-provoking account of an extraordinary individual's life. This memoir, spanning eleven years, offers a...

Thrown into Nature by Milen Ruskov is a humorous and absurd tale set in sixteenth-century Spain. Dr. Monardes' medical treatise "Of the Tabaco and His Great Vertues" introduced tobacco to Europe, but...

Leonardo da Vinci: A New Perspective on Science. This biography and study re-examines Leonardo's life and work as a scientist and engineer. It reveals how his manuscripts and notebooks were lost...

Das Kapital: A Critique of Political EconomyThis influential work critiques the social relations generated by private property, arguing that capitalism creates an ever-increasing division in wealth...

Sherlock Holmes and the Lost Da Vinci by J. R. Rain and Chanel Smith is a richly atmospheric Victorian mystery that delves into a complex web of art fraud, secret societies, and hidden pasts. When Dr...

Leonardo da Vinci was a true Renaissance man - an artist, inventor and scientist who followed his curiosity wherever it led.From studying birds' wings to designing flying machines, Leonardo's passion...

Barefoot in the Heart: A Collection of Stories about Neem Karoli Baba This book is a treasure trove of stories about the Indian saint Neem Karoli Baba, as told by those who knew him. Keshav Das has...

The Logic of Design Process: Invention and Discovery in Light of the Semiotics of Charles S. Peirce by Tiago da Costa e Silva This book explores the logic underlying design processes, challenging...

Vasco da Gama's life and legacy are shrouded in myth and legend. This book seeks to separate fact from fiction, exploring the complex balance between Gama's career and his enduring reputation as a...

The Last Supper Tapestry: A French Royal Masterpiece. In 1505, a monumental work of art was commissioned by François, Duke of Angoulême, future king of France, and his mother-in-law Louise de Savoie...

Leonardo da Vinci: A Mind in Motion brings together an important selection of drawings and notes from three of Leonardo's notebooks. The book features reproductions of dozens of pages from the Codex...

Shane O'Connor, an astrologer's assistant in 1497, embarks on a perilous journey with Vasco da Gama to discover a sailing route to India. Their quest faces numerous challenges as they navigate the...

Leonardo da Vinci was a man with many questions. What does the world look like from the moon? How do our bodies work? Can we have cleaner cities?He asked these and many more questions throughout his...

All Incomplete by Stefano Harney and Fred Moten is a critical investigation into the force and ground of social existence. Building on their earlier work, The Undercommons, this book extends its...

Toward a Global Idea of Race by Denise Ferreira da Silva explores the complex relationships between power, knowledge, and identity. The author challenges prevailing views on social categories like...

The Das Alte Testament deutsch neues Göttinger Bibelwerk is an 8th edition publication from Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht, first released in 1900. This German-language Bible study and reference work...

Discover the unique bond between humans and trees with Mein Körper, dein Körper - das sind wir!This engaging book explores the connection between our bodies and those of plants, encouraging children...

Leonardo da Vinci Self, Art and Nature by François Quiviger explores the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci through three interconnected themes: nature, art, and self-fashioning. Born in the Tuscan...

The Renaissance in Florence conjures images of beautiful frescoes and elegant buildings - the dazzling handiwork of the city's artists and architects. But equally important were geniuses of another...

Introduce your child to the world of Elisa, das kleine Einhorn, with this fun sticker activity book.Featuring 34 pages of stickers and activities, this book is perfect for little ones who love to...

The Da Vinci Fraud by Jack Dunn A shocking true story of literary deception and its devastating consequences. In 2003, bestselling author Dan Brown was accused of plagiarising Jack Dunn's novel, The...

Das Reich: Resistance, Revenge and the 2nd SS Panzer Division in France, June 1944A gripping examination of wartime brutality, this book tells the story of the elite 2nd SS Panzer Division Das...

Leonardo da Vinci and A Memory of His Childhood is a psychoanalytic study by Sigmund Freud that explores Leonardo's childhood through his paintings. In this 1910 essay, Freud examines the artist's...

In 1510, Niccolò Machiavelli's understanding of Leonardo da Vinci's genius could have altered the course of history. Instead, Da Vinci unleashed a technological revolution that transformed...

Gabriel Allon, a renowned art restorer and spy, is drawn into a high-stakes game of international intrigue when a shocking discovery is made in the Amalfi villa of a murdered South African shipping...

Das Cabinet des Dr. Caligari by David Robinson is a reevaluation of the 1920 German Expressionist film that continues to influence cinema today. This second edition features a new introduction and...

Leonardo da Vinci: A Memoir of His ChildhoodThis biography offers a unique insight into the life of one of history's most fascinating figures. Sigmund Freud, a renowned psychoanalyst, presents a...

Joseph Beuys' 1980 installation Wirtschaftswerte (Economic Values) was a provocative declaration that culture had been reduced to economic property. In this room, industrial metal shelves stood...

Tiny T. Rex and the Grand Ta-Da! is a heartwarming tale about two friends who want to win their school's talent show. They decide to become magicians, inspired by their hero The Amazing Presto, and...

Discover the incredible life of Leonardo da Vinci, one of history's greatest geniuses. From painting the famous Mona Lisa to inventing the helicopter, this brilliant polymath made lasting impacts in...

Discover the life and works of one of history's most fascinating figures. Giorgio Vasari's biography of Leonardo Da Vinci is a masterpiece of Renaissance art and culture.Vasari's work is renowned for...

Gabriel Allon is drawn to Russia by a journalist's violent death. In this new Moscow, the old Soviet era has given way to a wealthy and powerful elite, with a new generation of Stalinists seeking to...

Gabriel Allon, a skilled art restorer and spy, is faced with his greatest challenge when a series of events unfolds that threatens the heart of the Vatican. A suspect is killed in London, and...

Leonardo da Vinci: Masterworks Art in the Age of the MediciThis sumptuous new book offers a broader view of this master artist in the context of his environment, alongside the work of other key...

Discover how to unlock your full potential with Michael Gelb's inspiring guide to developing your brain's genius. By imitating the thought processes of Renaissance master Leonardo Da Vinci, you can...

Leonardo da Vinci's innovative approach to art and science revolutionised our understanding of the world. This book explores the brilliant, complex mind behind some of history's most iconic creations...

Das Unheimliche: Exploring the Unsettling Sigmund Freud's groundbreaking work delves into the realm of the unsettling, examining its relationship with fear and anxiety. In this concise study, Freud...

This comprehensive guide to the ancient Daoist tradition of Da Xuan presents a unique approach to developing mind, emotions and internal energy. Serge Augier, the current inheritor of the system,...

Gabriel Allon is dispatched to investigate a terrorist murder in Amsterdam, uncovering a major operation in London. The investigation leads to the kidnapping of the daughter of the US ambassador, and...

Gabriel Allon, a man with a troubled past, is drawn into a complex web of art, deception, and murder. When a wealthy client is found dead in a Zurich art gallery, Allon is tasked with uncovering the...

Pandit Chitresh Das brought North Indian classical dance, kathak, to the United States in 1970, transforming it into an important art form within the Indian diaspora. This ethnographic study explores...

The Writings Of Marcel Duchamp (Da Capo Paperback) Marcel Duchamp's writings offer a unique insight into the mind of one of the 20th century's most provocative artists. This collection brings...

A collection of letters from renowned artists offers a unique glimpse into their lives and creative processes. This book brings together correspondence that reveals the personal and professional...

Olga da Polga has settled into her new home with her owners. Her spacious hutch is filled with stories of adventure and excitement. She loves to share these tales with her garden companions, Noel the...

Marx's Das Kapital for Beginners provides an introduction to the Marxist critique of capitalist production and its consequences for various social activities. This work aims to identify the essential...

Gabriel Allon, a former secret agent, has not returned to Vienna since a terrorist attack tore his family apart. When an old friend is nearly killed in an explosion at the Wartime Claims and Inquiry...

Francesca da Rimini, Op.32 Study Score by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky is a 25-minute orchestral fantasia inspired by Dante's "Inferno". Completed in 1876, the piece showcases Tchaikovsky's late...

Discover your own hidden potential and unlock the secrets of genius. Michael J. Gelb's guide to thinking like Leonardo da Vinci shows you how to harness your full human potential through seven...

Signs, Symbols, and Secrets decodes in a fascinating new way the secrets behind The Da Vinci Code's impact on the world. This book unlocks the hidden secrets of the truth about Jesus' life and death...

Leonardo da Vinci was undoubtedly a superstar in his time. This biography reveals the incredible range of talents and achievements of this 16th century polymath, from painting to architecture design,...

A dual-timeline historical novel about the creation of one of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous paintings, Portrait of a Lady with an Ermine, and the woman who fought to save it from Nazi destruction...

Around 500 years ago, Leonardo da Vinci sketched out many incredible inventions that were never built during his lifetime. Now, you can bring these ideas to life using common household supplies.This...

Song of the Earth: A Personal Masterpiece Mahler's Das Lied von der Erde is widely regarded as his finest work, with Bruno Walter describing it as 'the most Mahleresque of his works'. Written in...

Oscar Wilde's "Das Gespenst Von Canterville" is a humorous tale about a ghost who tries to frighten a new family in America. However, British aristocracy proves no match for American pragmatism,...

Das Reboot: How German Football Reinvented Itself and Conquered the WorldJournalist and television pundit Raphael Honigstein charts the remarkable transformation of German football, from its...

Federico da Montefeltro: The Light of Italy is a meticulously researched biography that sheds new light on the extraordinary life and times of one of Renaissance Italy's most glamorous figures. This...

Das Ist Deutsch is a comprehensive teaching scheme for primary schools, providing everything needed to introduce German to pupils. The book includes lesson plans, resources, activities, and...

Book V of The Silvan Saga by R. K. Lander is a gripping epic fantasy novel that follows the elven king as he rebuilds his kingdom and faces new challenges. With his army shattered and trust hard to...

From Leonardo Da Vinci to Susan Sontag, a history of the western polymath from the Renaissance to the present.This engaging account explores the lives and achievements of 500 western polymaths, who...

Chief Inspector Mario Silva and his team tackle the toughest cases in Brazil's corrupt justice system. When a visiting archbishop is assassinated, followed by brutal killings of a newspaper owner, a...

Self-Made: Creating Our Identities from Da Vinci to the Kardashians by Tara Isabella Burton is a thought-provoking exploration of how we've become self-makers in modern society. This witty and...

Silvan Tomkins's groundbreaking work on affect is now available in this engaging and accessible collection. Affect, Imagery, Consciousness, published over three decades ago, presents an ambitious...

A future that cannot be escaped is one Silvaria Digby has always tried to plan for. She dreams of pretty dresses, a wedding, and a life as a dancer. But her family's legacy and her own unexpected...

Luanda, 1975, was supposed to be a city of departure for Rui and his family. Instead, it became a place of uncertainty and loss. When the Angolan War of Independence reached its climax, Rui's father...

When his presidential nomination was lost, Theodore Roosevelt embarked on a long-awaited journey to South America. He took advantage of invitations from Brazilian and Argentine governments to give...

Veena Das's groundbreaking work has opened up new critical possibilities for social sciences. This collection of essays explores how her ideas can be used to rethink pain, suffering and the claims of...

Trademarks, Brands, and Competitiveness by Teresa da Silva Lopes and Paul Duguid explores the historical role of trademarks and brands in economic growth. The contributors examine how brands have...

The Da Vinci Curse: Life Design for People with Too Many Interests and Talents by Leonardo LospennatoAre you struggling to find a career that aligns with your passions and talents? Do you feel like...

Dan Brown's Road to Success An Unauthorized Biography of the Creator of The Da Vinci Code by D. M. Brown is a behind-the-scenes look at the life and career of one of the world's most successful...

The Self-Made: Creating Our Identities from Da Vinci to the Kardashians Tara Isabella Burton explores how our understanding of identity has evolved over time, tracing the development of the...

The Papacy by Bernhard Schimmelpfennig is a comprehensive study of the institution and its impact on medieval society. This book explores the evolution of the Catholic Church through various aspects,...

Caterina's story is one of courage and resilience in the face of adversity. In 1452, at just fifteen years old, she gave birth to an illegitimate child, Leonardo, who would go on to change the world...

In 1497, the Renaissance is in full bloom, and for Giacomo, a young servant of the famous painter Leonardo da Vinci, it's a time of great uncertainty. His Master is working on the Last Supper, his...

Men in Aïda brings together three volumes of David J. Melnick's groundbreaking work, a homophonic and homoeroticized translation of Homer's epic Iliad.Published in various forms over the years,...

Carl von Diebitsch und das Maurische Revival is an in-depth look at the architectural style of 19th-century Germany, with a focus on Carl von Diebitsch's work. In 1846-1847, von Diebitsch studied the...

A comprehensive guide to Silvan Tomkins's affect theory, making his work accessible across various disciplines.This handbook provides a clear outline of Tomkins's key concepts and innovations,...

Jack Alun's debut collection, Vertical Horizons, is a poignant and thought-provoking exploration of the human experience. Drawing inspiration from his 20 years living in rural France, Alun strips...

James J. Rorimer's first-hand account of his role in the Monuments Men is a riveting tale of art recovery during World War II.Rorimer, former director of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, recounts his...

A Sumerian Chrestomathy by Konrad Volk, Silvano Votto and Jessica Baldwin is an essential resource for beginners studying Sumerian within academic curricula. This volume presents 44 texts of varying...

Discover 101 masterpieces from renowned artists, now ready to be colored. This beautifully illustrated collection features iconic works by Da Vinci, Van Gogh, and many more, in black and white line...

The Gospel Code: Novel Claims About Jesus, Mary Magdalene and Da Vinci Ben Witherington III explores the latest theories about Jesus, Mary Magdalene, and early Christianity. Drawing on his expertise...

Leonardo Da Vinci's Codex Leicester: a New Edition Volume I: the Codex is a high-quality facsimile reproduction of Leonardo's scientific writings, beautifully reproduced for the 500th anniversary of...

This is the story of how an elite group of Air Force pilots fought a secret air war in Vietnam. An Air Force pilot's role was to provide guidance and support during missions, making split-second...

Gabriel Allon searches for a stolen masterpiece by Caravaggio in this latest action-packed tale from Daniel Silva. A master of high-stakes international intrigue, Silva weaves a gripping plot that...