A Compendium Of Curiosities
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A Compendium Of Curiosities
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Author : Tim Holtz
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014-01-11
A Compendium Of Curiosities written by Tim Holtz and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-11 with Art categories.
Not your typical how to book, but inspirational papercraft and mixed media projects designed by Tim Holtz.
A World Of Curiosities
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Author : John Oldale
language : en
Publisher: Penguin
Release Date : 2012-04-24
A World Of Curiosities written by John Oldale and has been published by Penguin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-04-24 with Reference categories.
From Afghanistan to Zimbabwe: everything you never knew you never knew about every country on Earth.A scientist by training and an explorer by passion, Dr. John Oldale has logged half a million miles visiting more than ninety nations. Now, he celebrates our weird and wonderful world in a cornucopia of fascinating facts brought vividly to life through the unexpected stories behind them. Touching on history, travel, politics, natural history and more, he paints a unique portrait of each country from the mightiest to the most miniscule. You won't find the following in your average travel guide: · Why is kissing on trains banned in France? · In what country are litigants expected to present their case at court in the form of a poem? · Which war did women win in 1929 just by sitting down? · If Panama hats aren’t from Panama, where are they from? · Who eat fresh camel dung as a cure for dysentery (and why does it work)? · Why were US disk jockeys once told they could play birthday requests on any day except the one requested? · Which modern dictator banned old age, libraries and gold teeth, and was later replaced by his dentist? · And 2,000 more funny, trivial, poignant, and telling facts A must for active and armchair globe-trotters alike, A World of Curiosities will engross anyone who is at all curious about the world beyond their door. Explore and enjoy.
Breverton S Nautical Curiosities
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Author : Terry Breverton
language : en
Publisher: Quercus
Release Date : 2013-11-05
Breverton S Nautical Curiosities written by Terry Breverton and has been published by Quercus this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-11-05 with Reference categories.
Breverton's Nautical Curiosities is about ships, people and the sea. However, unlike many other nautical compendiums, the focus of this book is on the unusual, the overlooked or the downright extraordinary. Thus, someone most of us do not know, Admiral William Brown, is given equal coverage to Admiral Nelson. Without Admiral Brown releasing Garibaldi, modern Italy might not exist. And without the barely known genius John Ericsson designing the Monitor, the Confederacy might have won the American Civil War. Readers will be stimulated to read more about the remarkable men--explorers, admirals and trawlermen--who have shaped our world. The sea has had a remarkable effect upon our language. We hear the terms "steer clear," "hit the deck," "don't rock the boat," "to harbor a grudge" and the like, and give little thought to them. In the pages of this book, the reader will find the origin of "bumpkin," a "brace of shakes," "born with a silver spoon," "booby prize," "to take on board," "above board," "bombed" (in the sense of being drunk), the "blues," "blind-side," "blind drunk," "the pot calling the kettle black," "reach the bitter end," "wasters," "ahoy," "all at sea," "to keep aloof," "piss-artist," "taken aback," "barbecue" and "bamboozle." Other colourful terms, which have passed out of common usage, such as "bring one's arse to anchor" (sit down), "belly timber" (food) and "bog orange" (potato) are also included, as well as important pirate haunts, technical terms, famous battles, maritime inventors and ship speed records.
A Compendium Of Curiosities
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Author : Tim Holtz
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2010
A Compendium Of Curiosities written by Tim Holtz and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Art categories.
Presents techniques and ideas for creating nontraditional handicraft art, including using rubber stamps, altered metal, and distressed fabric to create trinkets, buttons, fasteners, and homemade paper.
The Book Of Times
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Author : Lesley Alderman
language : en
Publisher: Harper Collins
Release Date : 2013-02-12
The Book Of Times written by Lesley Alderman and has been published by Harper Collins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-02-12 with Self-Help categories.
“Clever and entertaining . . . contains everything you’d want to know about the ticking away of seconds, minutes, hours, days, years, decades and centuries.” —Time.com Our relationship to time is complex and paradoxical: Time stands still. Time also flies. Tomorrow is another day. Yet there’s no time like the present. We want to do more in less time, but wish we could slow the clock. And despite all our time-saving devices—smart phones, AI, high-speed trains—Americans feel that they have less leisure time than ever. In an era when our time feels fractured and imperiled, The Book of Times encourages readers to ponder time used and time spent. How long does it take to find a new mate, digest a hamburger, or compose a symphony? How much time do we spend daydreaming, texting, and getting ready for work? The book challenges our beliefs and urges us to consider how, and why, some things get faster, some things slow down, and some things never change (the need for seven to eight hours of sleep). Packed with compelling charts, lists, and quizzes, as well as new and intriguing research, The Book of Times is an addictive, browsable, and provocative look at the idea of time from every direction. “Alderman’s greatest achievement is the continual delivery of quirky knowledge that our collective curiosities crave.” —Forbes “Fascinated by how we spend—and waste—our most precious commodity, journalist Lesley Alderman gathered the sometimes-surprising stats for her debut, The Book of Times.” —People “A fascinating foray into familiar terrain and a revealing look at how we really spend our lives.” —Mental Floss
A Cabinet Of Roman Curiosities
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Author : J. C. McKeown
language : en
Publisher: OUP USA
Release Date : 2010-07-22
A Cabinet Of Roman Curiosities written by J. C. McKeown and has been published by OUP USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-07-22 with Literary Criticism categories.
The ancient Romans have left us far more information about themselves than has any other Western society until much more recent times. But what we know about them is sometimes bizarre, and hardly fits the conventional view of the Romans as a pragmatic people with a ruthlessly efficient army and a very logical and well ordered language. A Cabinet of Roman Curiosities is a serendipitous collection of odd facts and opinions, carefully gleaned from the wide body of evidence left to us by the Romans themselves. Each highlights a unique and curious feature of life in ancient Rome. Readers will find a plethora of trivial but fascinating facts about Rome, from the fantastical (a description of werewolves) to the quotidian (styles of chamber pots), and from the refined (dining etiquette of Pompeiians) to the crude (punishments for mutineers). The author has organized the entries around major themes--e.g., The Army, Women, Education, Foreigners, Spectacles, etc.--making the book easily accessible for quick browsing or for more deliberate consumption. Throughout, the purpose of the enterprise is to amuse and to stimulate an interest in the ancient world's most remarkable and abundantly documented empire.
The Madman S Library
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Author : Edward Brooke-Hitching
language : en
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Release Date : 2021-07-21
The Madman S Library written by Edward Brooke-Hitching and has been published by Chronicle Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-07-21 with Reference categories.
This fascinating and bizarre collection compiles the most unusual, obscure books from the far reaches of the human imagination throughout history. From the author of the critically acclaimed bestsellers The Phantom Atlas and The Sky Atlas comes a unique and beautifully illustrated journey through the history of literature. The Madman's Library delves into its darkest territories to hunt down the oddest books and manuscripts ever written, uncovering the intriguing stories behind their creation. From the Qur'an written in the blood of Saddam Hussein, to the gorgeously decorated fifteenth-century lawsuit filed by the Devil against Jesus, to the most enormous book ever created, The Madman's Library features many long forgotten, eccentric, and extraordinary volumes gathered from around the world. Books written in blood and books that kill, books of the insane and books that hoaxed the globe, books invisible to the naked eye and books so long they could destroy the Universe, books worn into battle and books of code and cypher whose secrets remain undiscovered. Spell books, alchemist scrolls, wearable books, edible books, books to summon demons, books written by ghosts, and more all come together in the most curiously strange library imaginable. Featuring hundreds of remarkable images and packed with entertaining facts and stories to discover, The Madman’s Library is a captivating compendium perfect for bibliophiles, literature enthusiasts, and collectors intrigued by bizarre oddities, obscure history, and the macabre. • MUST-HAVE FOR BOOKLOVERS: Anyone who appreciates a good read will love delving into this weird world of books and adding this collection to their own bookshelf. • DISCOVER SOMETHING TRULY UNIQUE: The Madman's Library will let you in on the secret and obscure histories of the strangest books ever made. • EXPERT AUTHOR: Edward Brooke-Hitching is the son of an antiquarian book dealer, a lifelong rare book collector, and a master of taking visual deep dives into unusual historical subjects, such as the maps of imaginary geography in The Phantom Atlas or ancient pathways through the stars in The Sky Atlas.
The Incredible Book Of Vatican Facts And Papal Curiosities
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Author : Nino Lo Bello
language : en
Publisher: Gramercy
Release Date : 2002
The Incredible Book Of Vatican Facts And Papal Curiosities written by Nino Lo Bello and has been published by Gramercy this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with Popes categories.
Which pope was a speed demon? What is the pope's salary? Here is a non-sacred treasure trove of fascinating, surprising, and little-known tidbits about the Vatican and the popes, not only for the 700 million Catholics in the world but also for people of other faiths. Includes a time-line of significant dates in Church history, and a glossary of Vatican terms.
Tim Holtz Distressables 2
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Author : Tim Holtz
language : en
Publisher: Design Originals
Release Date : 2006
Tim Holtz Distressables 2 written by Tim Holtz and has been published by Design Originals this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Art categories.
Learn new ways to alter your jewelry, scrapbook pages, cards and more with innovative techniques and projects. The book 'distressables 2' brings you more terrific techniques featuring the Tim Holtz signature line of distressable papers and doo-dad embellishments. Techniques for cutting, sanding, punching, inking, layering, scorting & folding, embossing and alcohol ink for all levels.
Cures Curiosities
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Author : Wellcome Library
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2007
Cures Curiosities written by Wellcome Library and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with England categories.
Lavishly illustrated and punctuated by personal comments from authors who have used the Library, this is an invaluable record of the wonders of a memorable collection, and a testament to the rich complexity of medicine through the centuries.