22 results for 'Nicolaides, Kimon'

A comprehensive guide to more than 30 circular weaving techniques, perfect for crafting unique home decor. This book provides a thorough introduction to the basics of circular weaving, including...

Kimon Nicolaides' The Natural Way to Draw is a comprehensive guide to mastering the fundamentals of drawing. With 64 exercises designed to be completed over the course of a year, this book provides...

A heart-warming true story, Swan Life reveals the trials and tribulations of a pair of mute swans as they raise a family on the River Stour in Dorset. The author's unique insight into the lives of...

The birth of science in ancient Greece had a profound impact on the course of human history. Physicist Demetris Nicolaides explores how pre-Socratic philosophers, from the sixth to fifth centuries...

Discover the world of Japanese kimonos with this comprehensive guide. Written for kimono enthusiasts and collectors, this fully illustrated handbook demystifies the intricacies of antique and vintage...

Suki's Kimono is a heartwarming story about a young girl's love for her family's traditions and her own unique spirit. A special gift from her obachan, a blue cotton kimono holds memories of a summer...

The kimono: a garment that embodies Japanese fashion and design taste, yet reveals something deeper about the country's soul. This beautifully written and illustrated book explores the history and...

The Snow Kimono by Mark Henshaw is a story about moments that change us forever. Something direct, indirect, or said to us can have no turning back. These events happen suddenly, without warning, and...

The Woman in the White Kimono by Ana Johns A poignant and powerful novel inspired by true stories, this book tells the story of two women, one torn between her culture and her heart, and another on a...

Canned coffee and Kimonos, A Memoir of Four Years Living and Teaching in Japan by Tom Fitzmaurice is a fascinating account of one man's journey from rural England to the vibrant city of Tokyo. As an...

Discover 66 carefully selected patterns from the V&A's archives in this beautifully re-presented pocket-sized book. Featuring designs that showcase the unique breadth of the V&A's collections, V&A...

Traditional Kimono Silks by Anita Yasuda explores the intricate world of kimono fabrics through photographs and identification from Japanese designers and collectors. This collection showcases...

This revised and expanded second edition provides an overview of various traditional Japanese garments, introducing types of designs found in twentieth century kimono that are still available. With...

This distinctive volume reveals a unique antique kimono collection through various delicate Japanese colors and their use in kimono. The author presents nine traditional color categories, each...

Kimono Gift & Creative Paper Book Vol. 97 by Pepin Van Roojen is a unique gift-giving book featuring 12 high-quality wrapping papers. Each paper is carefully selected to provide a special touch for...

Kimono Design: An Introduction to Textiles and Patterns offers a unique insight into Japanese culture through its richly detailed textiles. With hundreds of photographs and extensive information on...

The Fire Kimono is a historical mystery set in feudal Japan. In March 1700, Sano Ichiro, a samurai detective, faces escalating strife with his enemies and must navigate treacherous secrets.A...

Color your way into a world of traditional Japanese beauty with this stunning kimono design coloring book. Featuring over 30 intricate illustrations, including cherry blossoms, bamboo and birds,...

The Martyr and the Red Kimono: A Fearless Priest's Sacrifice and a New Generation of Hope in Japan In 1941, a Polish priest named Maximilian Maria Kolbe was brutally murdered in Auschwitz. Yet his...

Janine Sawada's study of Confucian Values and Popular Zen Sekimon Shingaku in Eighteenth Century Japan offers a fresh perspective on the history of Japanese religion. By examining the ways in which...

The kimono is an iconic garment with a rich history and colourful textiles. Often misunderstood as a rigidly traditional national costume, it has a nuanced meaning behind its wearers and producers...

This 2016 analysis of State aid developments in 2015 offers a critical review of key judgments and decisions. Phedon Nicolaides examines the main points of EU court rulings and Commission decisions,...