963 results for 'Alberti, Leon Battista'

Leon Battista Alberti: A Writer and Humanist This book offers a fresh perspective on Leon Battista Alberti, one of the most prolific writers of the Italian Renaissance. Often overshadowed by his...

This practical guide to sculpture, as originally intended by Leon Battista Alberti, offers a unique insight into the art form. Jason Arkles' translation presents the work in its original context,...

Leon Battista Alberti: A Renaissance Writer and Architect Caspar Pearson presents a new account of Leon Battista Alberti, one of the most brilliant and original authors and architects of the...

Discover the art of healthy fast food with Leon Happy Fast Food, a new cookbook from the home of healthy eating. This collection of 100 recipes brings together the quickest and easiest dishes from...

Discover the art of baking with a twist, as Claire Ptak and Henry Dimbleby bring you a collection of over 100 sweet and savoury bakes.From novice cooks to expert bakers, this comprehensive cookbook...

Leon: Worst Friends Forever (Leon the Extraordinary #2) by Jamar Nicholas is a heartwarming and humorous graphic novel about a young superhero struggling to balance his secret identity with everyday...

Leon's best friend is Bob, but Bob isn't like other friends. He's invisible.Leon's dad is away in the army, and a new family moves in next door. One day, Leon sees a boy through the window, and when...

Big Flavours is the latest addition to the LEON Happy series, featuring over 100 new recipes inspired by international curries. From Sri Lanka to India, Thailand, and beyond, this collection brings...

Discover the joy of one-pot cooking with Happy Leons, a collection of over 100 recipes from the home of naturally fast food, LEON. This cookbook brings together simple, satisfying recipes that are...

Leon's ordinary life takes an extraordinary turn when he finds himself fighting to save his school from a supervillain.In a world where superheroes and supervillains are commonplace, Leon discovers...

Leon's world is turned upside down when his baby brother Jake is taken away by strangers. Determined to save his little brother, Leon sets out on a journey to get Jake back. Along the way, he meets a...

Discover the joy of one-pot vegetarian cooking with over 100 easy recipes from award-winning restaurant LEON.From hearty casseroles to quick and easy suppers, this collection of recipes is perfect...

Rebecca Seal's latest book is the first in a new series from the company behind the popular LEON Happy Salads. This collection of over 100 recipes showcases the brand's commitment to healthy,...

Leon volunteers to be in Abdul Kazam's magic show to prove that magic really exists, and gets transported to a mysterious world filled with magical objects and assistants.In this world, if a magician...

Discover the art of creating delicious and healthy salads with Leon Happy Salads. This comprehensive cookbook brings together 100 vibrant recipes to inspire you to cook fresh, nutritious meals. From...

Leon: Fast Vegetarian is a collection of over 150 simple and fast vegetarian recipes, perfect for cooking and eating tasty, healthy fast food made from sustainable ingredients. The book's philosophy...

The East End has been transformed into a twisted hellscape, known only as Night City. Meteor shards rain down on London, warping the area into a realm of darkness and chaos. Eddie must form an...

Leon is a chameleon with a secret: he's neon all the time. But being different can be hard. As Leon discovers, having friends who accept you for who you are is what truly matters.This charming story...

June Bernicoff shares a lifetime of love and laughter with her late husband Leon in this nostalgic and beautifully written memoir.Their story began in the 1950s, when they fought to marry despite...

Discover the flavour of fast food, vegan-style. Leon Fast Vegan brings you over 150 delicious recipes, carefully crafted to be quick, easy and full of flavour. From breakfast to party food, and...

Imodale Caulker-Burnett was born in Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa. She is the third grandchild of George and Lulu Caulker of Mambo, Kagboro Chiefdom. After completing her education at Teachers...

Discover the delicious world of Leon soups, where healthy eating meets great taste. This book brings together 100 all-new, all-smiles soup recipes perfect for the whole family. From simple office...

Leon Trotsky: A Complex Life Paul Le Blanc's biography of Leon Trotsky is a balanced and engaging portrait of one of the most important figures of twentieth-century Communism. Trotsky played a...

This comprehensive monograph presents the work of Giovanni Battista Piranesi as a draftsman, offering a complete survey of his artistic range. The Morgan Library & Museum's extensive collection of...

A Short History of Sierra Leone by Christopher Fyfe is a culturally significant work that has been preserved and made available to the public. Originally published in the United States, this book is...

This thoroughly updated third edition of Bradt's Sierra Leone is the definitive guide to this unique West African destination. Explore the country's infamous diamond mines, rainforest-covered...

In January 1905, thousands of Russian workers marched to the gates of the Winter Palace with the intention of petitioning their ruler for an eight hour work day. They were met by royal guards who...

Sweating Blood is a collection of 30 tales of horror and inhumanity that explore the atrocities of war. Written by Léon Bloy, this fragmented depiction of the 1870 Franco-Prussian War is marked by...

Stalin's Nemesis: The Exile and Murder of Leon Trotsky by Bertrand M. Patenaude This gripping biography tells the story of Leon Trotsky, a charismatic intellectual who played a pivotal role in the...

The Seat Leon Owners Workshop Manual is a comprehensive guide for mechanics and DIY enthusiasts. This manual covers the 1.6 litre, 1.9 litre, and 2.0 litre petrol models, including those with DSG...

Leon Trotsky was a key figure in Russia's 1917 Revolution and its efforts to establish a workers' democracy. However, he became a target of Stalin's rise to power, which ultimately led to the...

Sweet Salone Recipes from the Heart of Sierra Leone is a culinary journey through the unique food culture of this small West African country. Maria Bradford's recipes are inspired by her...

A harrowing account of survival and escape in the heart of Africa. In May 2000, Phil Ashby found himself in a desperate situation while working for the UN in Sierra Leone. Overrun by rebels, he made...

Fighting for the Rain Forest: War, Youth and Resources in Sierra Leone examines the war in Sierra Leone as a crisis of modernity. The conflict is not simply a matter of random violence, but rather a...

The slave trade's legacy in West Africa is often overlooked, yet its impact can be seen in the rituals and traditions of Temne-speaking communities in Sierra Leone. Rosalind Shaw explores how...

Experience the enchanting world of "The Arabian Nights", a captivating collection of South Asian and Middle Eastern folk tales compiled during the Islamic Golden Age. This beautifully illustrated...

Leon Garfield's Shakespeare Stories brings the Bard's plays to life in a unique and engaging way. Twenty-one of Shakespeare's most famous works are reimagined as stories that capture their wit,...

Rebecca Seal and John Vincent present a collection of recipes designed to support gut health and boost the immune system. With over 100 simple and colourful recipes, this book offers a fresh approach...

Ebola Safari: One Nurse's Experience Inside the Sierra Leone Epidemic is a gripping account of one nurse's experience during the devastating Ebola virus outbreak in West Africa. In 2014, Richard...

Executive Outcomes: A Battlefield Commander's Account of Combat in Angola and Sierra LeoneThis unflinching account recounts the major combat operations of Executive Outcomes (EO) in Angola and Sierra...

Setting Aside All Authority challenges prevailing views on seventeenth-century scientific debates against the Copernican system. Historian Christopher M. Graney argues that science played a...

Leon Russell: A Life of Musical Innovation and Enduring Influence Leon Russell was a musician, composer, and performer whose career spanned multiple decades and genres. As a teenager, he toured with...

Leon Russell: A Life of Musical Innovation and Enduring Legacy Leon Russell was a true original, a musician, composer, and performer whose influence on rock 'roll history is still felt today. His...

Spaghetti Westerns: Cowboys and Europeans from Karl May to Sergio LeoneThis engaging book explores the popular Spaghetti Western genre, examining its cinematic style and social dimensions. Written by...

Leon Battista Alberti's Biographical and Autobiographical Writings brings together five significant Latin compositions that shed light on his literary aims and development. These pieces, including De...

Leon Battista Alberti's On Painting (1435) revolutionized art with its groundbreaking theories of perspective. By studying nature's order and beauty, Alberti set out the principles of distance,...

Exploring three pivotal cases of British colonial violence in the late 19th century, this book sheds new light on the role of racial prejudices in justifying extreme colonial actions.The Perak War,...

Three Mystics Walk into a Tavern brings together three influential spiritual thinkers - Rumi, Meister Eckhart, and Moses de León - for an imaginative evening of conversation in medieval Venice. This...

Discover the unique story of Athletic Club Bilbao, a football club like no other. Founded in 1898 by British migrant workers and Basque students, Athletic has grown into a team with a rich history...

The Full Life Framework: The Essential Guide to Create a Rich and Meaningful Life and Stop Surrendering to Your Circumstances Discover a universal breakthrough framework to help you overcome...

The 1930s Paris of artistic and intellectual ferment was marked by turmoil and upheaval. As the global economy teetered on the brink of collapse, workers and politicians alike struggled for power and...

The Alphabet and the Algorithm by Mario Carpo explores how digital technologies have transformed architecture. This book examines the rise and fall of identical copies in design and construction,...

This comprehensive guide to Muscle Energy Techniques (METs) presents clear guidelines for their applications, based on the latest scientific research and within the framework of whole-person health...

About Face by Donna Leon is a gripping mystery that showcases the author's elegant style. When a man is found murdered at a dinner party, Commissario Brunetti is drawn into a complex investigation...

Death in a Strange Country by Donna Leon A young man's body is pulled from the Venetia canal, with robbery seeming like the obvious motive. However, for Guido Brunetti, the clues point to a more...

Discover the Hidden World of Melanin Leon Marshall invites you to explore the fascinating role of melanin in the natural world. This book delves into the science behind melanin, uncovering its...

The Burning Souls by Leon Degrelle This memoir and poetry collection is a deeply personal reflection on the author's experiences during World War II. Born in 1906, Degrelle recounts his journey from...

A gripping first-person memoir of soldierly sacrifice and heroism, set against the backdrop of World War II's Eastern Front. Léon Degrelle, a charismatic Belgian writer and politician, recounts his...

Understanding your financial life is a complex task, influenced by a mix of personal experiences, family and societal expectations, and a system that often works against us. Finance for the People...

Léon Degrelle in Exile (1945-1994) is a detailed account of the life of SS-Standartenführer Léon Joseph Marie Ignace Degrelle, who survived a crash landing in Spain in 1945 and lived the rest of his...

Discover the fun and interactive world of ¿Dónde está el señor León?, a board book from Editorial Planeta that's perfect for little ones to explore.With its colorful felt covers and surprise mirror,...

Léon Degrelle in Exile (1945-1994) is the story of a life lived in the shadows of history. After narrowly escaping death in 1945, SS-Standartenführer Léon Degrelle lived in exile in Spain for...

Piano Lessons, Book 2 is a valuable resource for piano teachers and parents looking for a structured approach to piano playing. This book builds on the principles introduced in Book 1, providing a...

Designing Dreams: A Celebration of Léon Bakst marks a significant milestone in the artist's life, as it commemorates his 150th birthday. This publication highlights Bakst's multifaceted contributions...

This beautiful guide unlocks the secrets of Japan's seasonal culture to help you relish the seasons wherever you are. In traditional Japanese culture, people eat, sleep and wear the seasons, from...

Hardcover: 256 pages Bernard F. Reilly and Simon R. Doubleday present a revised understanding of medieval Iberia during the reign of Queen Sancha and King Fernando I, challenging conventional...

Death at La Fenice is a gripping mystery set in the beautiful but complex city of Venice. The city's dark underbelly is revealed when a world-famous conductor is poisoned during a performance at the...

Commissario Guido Brunetti is facing a puzzling case when a young woman named Maria Testa appears at his office door. Maria, formerly a nun, has recently left her convent after the unexpected deaths...

Commissario Guido Brunetti is drawn into a complex case when a wealthy foreigner asks him to vet a young man implicated in a violent gang clash in Venice. As Brunetti delves deeper, he uncovers a web...

When a body is discovered in one of Venice's canals, Commissario Guido Brunetti is assigned to investigate the murder of an undocumented Sri Lankan immigrant. With no official record of the man's...

A murder mystery set against the stunning backdrop of Venice, where the beautiful and the brutal coexist. Commissario Brunetti is drawn into a personal case when his friend and art historian is...

Breaking free from the destructive power of anger requires a clear understanding of its causes and effects. This workbook, grounded in cutting-edge research and informed by cognitive behavioral...

A Biography of Loneliness: The History of an Emotion by Fay Bound Alberti offers a radically new interpretation of loneliness as an emotional language and experience. Historian Fay Bound Alberti...

A Biography of Loneliness: The History of an Emotion Loneliness, a feeling often associated with modern life, has a surprisingly complex and nuanced history. Historian Fay Bound Alberti explores this...

Leon Courtney's future hangs in the balance as he joins the King's Rifles of Nairobi. With the backing of his uncle, General Penrod Ballantyne, Leon is recruited for a special mission to spy on the...

Leon Greenman was born in London in 1910. His family's history was marked by tragedy and displacement, as they moved to Holland after his mother's death and eventually settled in Rotterdam. In May...

The human body has never been static, its meaning and significance shifting across time and culture. From philosophical and religious perspectives to cultural and technological trends, our...

Leon John Crothers is 4779 days old - thirteen years and one month. He's been 'moved on' from six different schools, and most people think he has an attitude problem. But Leon doesn't care for labels...

Giambattista Basile's "The Tale of Tales, Or Entertainment for Little Ones" is a collection of forty-nine fairy tales within a fiftieth frame story. This 2016 edition brings together the earliest...

Léon Delafosse is poised to become France's next great pianist, but his journey into high society comes with a steep price. As the youngest student accepted into the prestigious Paris Conservatory,...

Donna Leon's Give Unto Others marks the 31st case for the gifted Venetian detective, as he investigates the blurred line between the criminal and the non-criminal in yet another Italian institution...

A Song for You and I (A Graphic Novel) by K. O'Neill Rowan's dream is to be a ranger, protecting their village and trusted flying horse Kes. But when Rowan's eagerness to prove themselves gets Kes...

Léon Delafosse is a rising star in the French music scene, but his path to success is fraught with challenges. As the youngest student ever accepted into the prestigious Paris Conservatory, he needs...

A Flame in the Night by Morgan Dante is a captivating tale of love and liberation set against the vibrant backdrop of 1920s Paris. In this decadent world, Leon Laflamme finds himself bound to his...

Leon Nader's insomnia had long been a source of frustration. As a nightwalker, his nocturnal excursions often turned violent, prompting psychiatric treatment to manage his condition. Years later,...

The Leonberger Complete Owners Manual provides comprehensive guidance for caring for this powerful purebred canine. Learn about the breed's history and needs to determine if it's the right choice for...

Discover the inspiring story behind Rudimental's Leon "Locksmith" Rolle. In this heartfelt memoir, he shares his journey from childhood to success, and the lessons he learned along the way.From...

Your Radical Living Challenge: 7 Questions for Leading a Meaningful Life by Marni BattistaThis transformative guide offers a unique blend of spiritual wisdom and practical exercises to help you...

The Boy on the Wooden Box by Leon Leyson is a heart-wrenching memoir about a young boy's survival in one of the darkest periods of history. At just ten years old, Leon was forced to flee his home and...

The Veiled Chameleon Owner's Manual provides essential guidance for anyone considering bringing one of these popular pets into their home. With nearly thirty years of history in captivity, yet often...

The Panther Chameleon Owner's Manual is a comprehensive guide for anyone considering bringing one of these popular pets into their home. Despite their popularity, chameleons can be challenging to...

Napoleon's Guard by Griff Hosker is a gripping tale of loyalty and betrayal. Napoleon, a general with ambition, sets his sights on an African Empire, but two formidable foes stand in his way: Admiral...

Sergio Leone's magnum opus is a testament to his unique style and thematic depth. Once Upon a Time in America (1983) is a sprawling epic that weaves together elements of drama, history, and social...

The Leonardo Effect is a groundbreaking approach to teaching that combines art and science to inspire children's learning. By integrating these subjects in a unique way, this method has been shown to...

The Spanish Galleon Vs English Galleon 1550-1605 by Mark Lardas explores the pivotal conflict between two formidable warship types of the Age of Discovery. Between 1550 and 1605, Europe witnessed...

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...

Napoleon's Library: The Emperor, His Books and Their Influence on the Napoleonic Era by Louis Sarkozy explores the lesser-known side of Napoleon Bonaparte - his love for books and history. This...

Leonid McGill's latest case begins with a simple task: delivering a letter that could change lives. A 92-year-old bluesman, Phillip Worry, needs Leonid's help to reveal the truth about a wealthy...

Leonora Bolt: Eco Engineer by Lucy Brandt is an exciting adventure about a young inventor who creates amazing gadgets from junk. When her uncle's latest evil plan is revealed, Leonora and her friends...

Istanbul Passage by Joseph Kanon is a gripping tale of espionage and moral uncertainty set against the backdrop of post-war Istanbul. As the city prepares for a new era, Leon Bauer, an expatriate...