629 results for 'Kahn, Herman'

The KAHNS of Fifth Avenue: the Crazy Rhythm of Otto Hermann Kahn and the Kahn Family In the 1920s, New York City was alive with music, money, and excess. For one family, the Kahns, this era of...

Louis I. Kahn: A Master of Modern Architecture This comprehensive introduction brings together 17 of Kahn's most important buildings, showcasing his unique architectural ideology and legacy as one of...

Michael Kahn's Basic Freud offers a fresh perspective on the enduring insights of Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory. Despite the rise of psychopharmaceuticals and cognitive therapy, Kahn argues...

Freedom's Forge reveals the pivotal role that American business leaders played in the Allied victory in World War II. Two key figures, General Motors' William "Big Bill" Knudsen and shipbuilder Henry...

The Roger Kahn Reader presents a rich collection of sportswriting from one of America's most renowned journalists. Spanning six decades and featuring pieces originally published in prominent...

Louis Kahn Architecture as Philosophy by John Lobell explores how the architect's focus on structure, respect for materials, and clarity of program come together to manifest a deeply felt philosophy...

Louis I. Kahn's lecture "Silence and Light" offers a profound exploration of architecture as a spiritual pursuit. Delivered in 1969, this seminal work prefigures the twenty-first century's focus on...

Phineas Kahn Portrait of an Immigrant by Simon BlumenfeldA gripping novel about escape and new beginnings, set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Europe.Follow Phineas Kahn as he leaves...

Sam Herman: A Pioneer of Studio Glass Movement Sam Herman was at the forefront of the international Studio Glass Movement, shaping its development in the US, UK, and Australia. This book explores his...

Herman and Henry are having a great time camping in the great outdoors. Well, Herman is. Henry seems a little distracted.Join Herman and Henry, best friends forever, on a camping adventure that...

Tango and Herman is a heartwarming picture book that helps children understand and appreciate individuals with Autism spectrum disorder. The story follows Tango, a tortoise who spends his days alone,...

Louis Kahn: A Life of Public Service and Private Mystery This biography offers a comprehensive exploration of Louis Kahn's life and work, shedding light on the architect's remarkable career and...

Herman Needs A Home by Lucy Noguera is a heartwarming story about finding a home and belonging. Herman, a lovable robot, sets out to find his place in the world, learning valuable lessons along the...

Hearting with Herman You are Never Alone is a heartwarming story about the incredible power of connection and friendship. When Sasha discovers that her own heartbeat makes music others can hear, she...

Albert Kahn's Archives of the Planet presents a unique collection of early color photography and documentary film. Collected between 1909 and 1932, these archives showcase the cultural richness and...

Louis I. Kahn: Architect Remembering the Man and Those Who Surrounded HimThis commemorative volume offers a unique insight into the life and work of one of the 20th century's most influential...

Experience the greatest sportswriter of his generation's most memorable stories in Beyond the Boys of Summer. This collection brings together Roger Kahn's finest newspaper and magazine work,...

Gene Lees's biography of Woody Herman is a vivid and well-informed portrait of one of jazz history's great figures.From his childhood in Milwaukee to his final days, Lees unfolds Herman's dramatic...

Louis I. Kahn's buildings are renowned for their luminous surfaces and silent courtyards, spaces that evoke a fundamental awe and speak to the expansiveness and sanctity of the spirit. This...

Herman's Sister is a deeply personal and unflinching account of life's struggles, love, and resilience. Ramendeep Dhoot shares excerpts from her journal, offering an honest and raw look at her...

Herman the Naked Mole Rat is an adventurous tale about a curious creature who dares to explore beyond his underground world. With the help of his best friends Jessica and Nathan, Herman discovers the...

Running out of water in the wilderness can be a deadly risk. In fact, under normal conditions, the human body can only survive for three days without water, and this limit is even shorter in hot and...

Herman Melville is a major figure in American literature, and this new critical biography by Kevin J. Hayes offers a fresh perspective on his life and work.The book explores Melville's major works,...

The Architectures of Transversality: Paul Klee, Louis Kahn and the Persian Imagination by Shima Mohajeri explores the relationship between modernity, space, power, and culture in Iran. This book...

This facsimile edition reproduces Louis Kahn's notebook from his final year in life, offering an intimate glimpse into the architect's mind and design process.Featuring exquisite drawings of the...

The Divine Magnet is a collection of letters that reveal the passion, humor, and spiritual yearning of Herman Melville's personality. Written in a lyrical and effusive style, these letters are...

A Reader's Guide to Chomsky and Herman's Manufacturing Consent by Patrick Goggins provides an in-depth analysis of Noam Chomsky and Edward Herman's influential 1988 work, "Manufacturing Consent"...

The Philosophy of Herman Dooyeweerd offers a Christian perspective on philosophy, the humanities and sciences, as well as faith integration in academic production and reflection. Dutch philosopher...

Deep into the life of one of America's greatest writers, Jay Parini takes us. Herman Melville's story is one of adventure and turmoil, from his unhappy home in New York to his years at sea, and from...

This anthology presents Herman Melville's most thought-provoking texts, exploring his views on identity and sexuality. Edited by an expert who has identified these works as "Melville's most lavender...

Hardcover, 448 pages, published October 2020. This intimate memoir weaves together Harriet Pattison's personal story with letters and correspondence from her famous partner, Louis Kahn. Their chance...

St. Herman: A Wilderness Saint's Journey to Alaska. This biography sheds new light on the life of St. Herman, a Russian Orthodox monk who was canonized in 1970 for his just treatment of native...

Shelter II is a comprehensive guide to building a home, drawing on the principles outlined in the first book, Shelter. This manual provides a basic design and construction framework for the...

Shelter is a comprehensive guide to shelters, covering a wide range of structures from around the world. With over 1,250 illustrations, this book provides a visually dynamic and oversized compendium...

Herman Melville's poetry has long been overshadowed by his literary reputation as a novelist. This collection brings together a comprehensive selection of his work, featuring poems from some of his...

Inside the Texas Revolution: The Enigmatic Memoir of Herman Ehrenberg is a unique and fascinating account of the Texan revolutionary army. Written by Herman Ehrenberg, this memoir was first published...

The Conversion of Herman the Jew: A Study of Autobiography and Subjectivity in the Twelfth Century. Jean-Claude Schmitt's latest work explores the enigmatic Opusculum, a Latin text purportedly...

A small group of jazz music comes together in New York City, bringing together a solitary crocodile and some deer.

A concise study guide for Herman Melville's Bartleby the Scrivener provides essential information for literature projects. This resource includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography,...

First published in 1991, Lessons for Students in Architecture has become a widely respected resource for students of architecture worldwide. This new edition brings the classic book back into print...

Rebooting the Herman & Chomsky Propaganda Model in the Twenty-first Century by Brian Michael Goss offers a rigorous and accessible analysis of contemporary news media. A series of case studies...

Herman Boerhaave's educational philosophy had a profound impact on the development of chemistry in the 18th century. Historian John C. Powers explores how Boerhaave restructured and reinterpreted...

Introducing Moby Dick A BabyLit Storybook, a beautifully illustrated retelling of Herman Melville's story for young readers. With colorful artwork and quotes from the original text, this storybook...

The Imagination Station adventures continue in "Peril in the Palace". In 1271 China, cousins Patrick and Beth are kidnapped by Mongol warriors. Their only hope for rescue lies with Marco Polo, who...

Discover the transformative power of Pilates exercises designed for the ball. Renowned instructor Ellie Herman has created a specially designed workout that combines the slimming and shaping effects...

I Know You Are, but What Am I? explores the enduring legacy of Pee-wee Herman, a cult television star who continues to captivate audiences with his unique blend of humor and charm. This book delves...

Frank Lloyd Wright's Modern Architecture presents a provocative vision for an organic architecture that rejects historical styles and machine aesthetics. First published in 1931, this landmark text...

The Last Wolf by Laszlo Krasznahorkai is a single, haunting sentence that unfolds like a howl in a Berlin bar. A man, hired to write the true tale of the last wolf of Extremadura, becomes trapped in...

Herman de Coninck's poetry is a masterful exploration of human experience, offering witty, tender, and trenchant insights into love, life, and the complexities of existence. This collection,...

Up from the Depths: A Double Portrait of Two American Writers The lives and works of Herman Melville and Lewis Mumford are deeply intertwined, revealing surprising connections that remain relevant...

Hardcover, 256 pages, published 2023. Harvey Lisberg's autobiography is an unflinching and humorous account of his life managing some of the most iconic bands of the 1960s. From the highs of taking...

Bobby and Mandee's Street Smarts: A Guide to Being a Safe Pedestrian As a child, learning about traffic rules and safety can be overwhelming. This book is designed to help kids easily understand the...

Stamps have played a significant role in shaping history. From the Charley Ross kidnapping to the founding of the YMCA, stamps were an integral part of these events. In this collection of...

These 68 spiritual poems from Hermann Hesse offer lyrical insights and wisdom for anyone seeking a more meaningful life, a reconnection with nature, and a deeper relationship with the divine...

The New Relationship: Between Therapist and ClientThis book explores the dynamic between therapist and client, examining the key principles and theories that underpin effective therapeutic practice...

Moby Dick Inspired by the MasterpieceA haunting and introspective novel that explores the complexities of obsession and the human condition.Set against the backdrop of the open sea, this...

Trauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence--From Domestic Abuse to Political Terror This groundbreaking work on trauma remains a seminal text in understanding trauma survivors. Psychiatrist...

Truth and Repair: How Trauma Survivors Envision Justice by Judith L. HermanThis book is a powerful exploration of justice and its relationship with trauma survivors. Herman forces us to reconsider...

This beautifully illustrated hardcover retelling of Herman Melville's classic novel is perfect for young readers who love adventure and excitement. The story follows the epic quest of Captain Ahab,...

The Doctrine of God in Reformed and Eastern Orthodox Traditions Dmytro Bintsarovskyi explores the shared understanding of God's nature across two distinct theological streams - Reformed and Orthodox...

This coffee-table book presents the story of a self-sufficient homestead built entirely by hand. Lloyd Kahn and his wife Lesley Creed share their 46-year journey of building and maintaining their...

Jack Dempsey was perfectly suited to the time in which he fought, a period of great change and growth for the United States. For eight years and two months, Dempsey was heavyweight champion of the...

Lloyd Kahn's Home Work: Handbuilt Shelter is a collection of remarkable buildings from around the world, showcasing the art of self-sufficiency and sustainable living. The book features stunning...

Teach Your Dragon Patience A Story About Patience and the Power of Waiting by Steve Herman is a heartwarming tale that explores the importance of patience and waiting in everyday life. When your pet...

Thinking Unth 80SP by Herman Kahn In this updated exploration of deterrence concepts and arms control issues, Herman Kahn revisits his influential study Thinking about the Unthinkable. Over the past...

Discover the world of DIY mobile homes, where adventure meets practicality. Lloyd Kahn's latest book showcases a diverse range of vehicles, from vans and sedans to trucks and buses, all transformed...

Herman Melville's Moby Dick is a timeless epic of vengeance and obsession, set against the vast and unforgiving backdrop of the sea. Ahab's quest for the white whale is a searing parable about...

Burn The Misunderstood Science of Metabolism by Herman Pontzer A pioneering evolutionary biologist sets out to debunk the myths surrounding metabolism, revealing the hidden foundations of our bodies...

The Scots Invented the Modern World: The True Story of How Western Europe's Poorest Nation Created Our World and Everything in It by Arthur Herman. Scotland's impact on the modern world is a story of...

Moby-Dick is a masterpiece of American literature, a profound and imaginative tale of man's quest for the unknowable. Herman Melville's extraordinary novel transforms the world of the whaling ship...

Moby-Dick Or, The Whale by Herman Melville is a masterpiece of American literature, exploring the darker aspects of human nature and the unforgiving power of the sea. The novel tells the story of an...

Herman Melville's masterpiece of obsession and the untamed sea is a work of imagination that has stood the test of time. This edition features the Northwestern-Newberry edition of Melville's text,...

The Practice Of The Presence Of God: A Guide to a Holy LifeThis collection of conversations and letters offers insight into the spiritual practices of Brother Lawrence, a 17th-century monk from...

The Legend of the Icelandic Yule Lads by Heidi Herman In Icelandic folklore, a unique Christmas tale about trolls has been passed down for over 1,500 years. The story of the Yule Lads is rooted in...

Herman Kahn's On Escalation explores the dynamics of conflict escalation and its potential consequences. The author presents a framework for understanding how nations may choose to intensify their...

Visual Intelligence: Sharpen Your Perception, Change Your LifeDiscover how to see the world more clearly and transform your daily life with this insightful book. By honing your visual intelligence,...

Unlock Your Career Potential with Psychological Insights Discover the psychological insights that will help you unlock your talent, build your confidence, and develop a versatile mindset. Susan Kahn...

Manufacturing Consent: The Political Economy of the Mass Media is a detailed and compelling study of how elite forces shape mass media. Edward S Herman and Noam Chomsky investigate how an underlying...

Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche's autobiographical work, Ecce Homo, is a unique and thought-provoking exploration of his life and philosophy. This English translation by Anthony M. Ludovici, with poetry...

This 2007 analysis of nuclear warfare remains a thought-provoking and contentious work. Originally published to challenge prevailing strategies during the Cold War, it has had a lasting impact on...

Learn the official self-defense system of the Israel Defense Force, Krav Maga, with this comprehensive guide. Developed to be simple, instinctive, and effective, Krav Maga is designed to help you...

Moby Dick is the story of Captain Ahab's relentless pursuit of a whale that took his leg. This obsessive quest is a complex exploration of how a man can become consumed by his desires, and the novel...

American Arsenal: A Century of Weapon Technology and Strategy by Patrick Coffey explores America's transformation from an isolationist state to a world superpower. From Thomas Edison's work on...

Daniel Kahneman's Thinking, Fast and Slow offers a unique insight into the workings of the human mind, drawing on over six decades of research. The book explores the tension between our fast,...

A comprehensive collection of pagan rituals and practices, this book has been compiled from various sources and updated by scholars from different pagan groups. The deluxe edition has been designed...

Teach Your Dragon About Feelings is a heartwarming story about helping a pet dragon understand and manage its emotions. With the help of a caring companion, a young dragon learns to recognise and...

Develop your guitar skills with this comprehensive guide to diatonic exercises. Advanced Guitar Diatonic Exercises to Build Speed and Technique for the Shred Metal Guitarist provides over 200...

Train Your Angry Dragon: A Fun Guide to Managing Emotions. Having a pet dragon can be a thrilling experience, but it also comes with its challenges. What happens when your dragon gets angry or upset?...

A heartwarming story about the special bond between a dragon and his friend who has autism. This charming book explains the basics of autism in a way that's easy for children to understand, promoting...

Daniel Kahneman's Thinking, Fast and Slow offers a unique insight into how we think, drawing on over six decades of research. By exploring the differences between our 'fast' and 'slow' thinking...

Remarkable Football Grounds is a collection of some of the world's most memorable places to watch and play football, from the Premier League to remote islands and far-flung stadia.From the oldest and...

A Dragon With ADHD is a heartwarming story about a pet dragon who struggles with ADHD. With the help of his friends and family, he learns to understand and manage his condition, becoming more...

Teach Your Dragon Manners is a heartwarming story about teaching children the importance of good manners and respect. When a pet dragon is rude, it's not easy to know what to do. This charming book...

Rocks, Rivers, and the Changing Earth is a conversational introduction to geology, exploring the science behind the natural world. With a focus on investigations and demonstrations, this book...

A fun and educational book to help children understand the importance of making good choices and facing consequences. With beautiful illustrations, this playful dragon book teaches kids that every...

This concise guide to Thinking, Fast and Slow provides an overview of Daniel Kahneman's influential work. Worth Books has crafted this summary with care, offering essential insights into the author's...

A Brief Introduction To Hinduism Religion, Philosophy, And Ways Of Liberation by A. L. Herman and Arthur Herman provides a clear and concise overview of one of the world's great belief systems. This...

Noise, Water, Meat: A History of Sound in the Arts by Douglas Kahn explores the role of sound in twentieth-century arts. This interdisciplinary history and theory examines how the sounds of modernism...

The Babel Message: A Love Letter to Language by Keith Kahn-Harris In this fascinating exploration of language, author Keith Kahn-Harris sets out to answer a simple yet profound question: what makes...

The Universe Always Has a Plan: The 10 Golden Rules of Letting Go by Matt KahnDiscover the power of emotional freedom with spiritual teacher and intuitive Matt Kahn's guide to unlocking your true...