Книги. Художественная литература. Учебники и пособия.

Karsten Dahmen

"The Legend of Alexander the Great on Greek and Roman Coins" will for the first time collect, present and examine the portraits and representations of Alexander the Great on ancient coins of the Greek and Roman periods (c.320 BC to AD 400). It offers a firsthand insight into the posthumous appreciation of his legend by Hellenistic kings, Greek cities, and Roman Emperors. Dahmen combines an introduction to the historical background and basic information on the coins with a comprehensive study of Alexander's numismatic iconography. He also discusses in detail examples of coins with Alexander's portrait. Which are part of a selective presentation of representative coin types in the second part of the study (in which an image and discussion is combined with a characteristic quotation of a source from ancient historiography and a short bibliographical reference). The numismatic material presented, although representative, will exceed any previously published work on the...

More artists make necklaces than any other form of jewelry—and these pieces are among the most exquisite ever created. Selected from over 5,000 entries, they range from unique chokers to artful collars. Some showcase precious metals and gems, while others use more unusual materials, including plastic, wood, paper, and glass. They’re forged, cast, and woven, and have surface embellishments that run the gamut from inlay to enameling. And the variety is simply astonishing: Classic bejeweled chains appear next to avant-garde felted wool constructions. Some of the eye-catching, full-color images feature enlightening quotes from the creators themselves. Jewelers, students, collectors, and anyone who loves beautiful objects will treasure this extensive collection—the largest of its kind.

This book takes you deep into the fascinating and revolutionary world of 21st century coinage. This reference contains virtually all 21st century coins, including series, singles, bi-metallic and tri-metallic coins, from all corners of the world. Represented in more than 90,000 listings, all prices are updated to current market values, and presented in five grades of preservation.

Harlan J. Berk

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Rosemarie Ionker

Well-known for her doll clothing, German designer Rosemarie Ionker now turns her creative hand to clothing today’s popular fashion dolls. Drawing on her background as a fashion student in Germany in the late 1950s and 1960s, Ms. Ionker has created a collection of patterns reflecting the pret-a-porter styles of those days, which are now viewed as classics of fashion design. In this book she offers patterns for basic pieces from which seamstresses can create a skirt, jacket, pants and dresses, using a variety of fabrics and embellishments. Presented with her usual easy-to-follow instructions and guidance, the patterns are sized to fit today’s 15—16-inch fashion dolls, including Alex, Tyler, Gene and their friends, as well as smaller and larger dolls such as Tiny Kitty Collier, Coquette Cissy and the Tonner Doll Company’s American Models. Samples of the completed clothing are modeled by a variety of dolls and shown in full-color photographs.

Dalene Kelly

Ron Morgan

Filled with lavish photographs, Center of Attention shares the secrets of internationally recognized floral designer Ron Morgan. Morgan offers step-by-step guidelines for selecting flowers, containers, props, and other decorations, as well as getting creative with unusual plants, making arrangements last longer, and saving money with local, seasonal blooms.

Norm Marshall

Detailed and copiously illustrated, this in-depth handbook offers instruction for constructing more than 50 wooden toys designed to appeal to a child’s sense of imagination and playfulness. A brief introduction covers the basic techniques—gluing, sanding, and making wheels—and each project presents a meticulous diagram, a handy materials list, step-by-step instructions, and a photograph of the completed toy. Designs include stylized versions of a Model T car, a crane, and the Spirit of St. Louis airplane, as well as projects specifically for beginning woodworkers, such as pull-along trains and circus animals. Instructions for finishing and detailing ensure that the completed crafts will last for years.

Donald Dressel

A modeler's reference for planking wooden ships-both kit and scratch models! Planking is one of the most important, and least often addressed, aspects of shipmodeling- until now! Here is a complete explanation of several different types of planking procedures. Of particular interest are details on: Selection of wood-including boxwood, pearwood, ebony, holly, cherry, and walnut; Special "jigs" to assist in construction-including wood forms and clamps; The many available types of tools and glues, and how best to use them; The form used to help bend the plank around the bow area of the hull; Tips on the "batten" as a guide in the planking process; The use of clinker-built planking as an alternative process; The simple use of "push pins" when attaching the planks to the bulkhead; Planking of the "false deck" when building a kit model.

Kelly Mehler

The table saw is the cornerstone of any woodworking shop, and this book in its first edition quickly became the standard reference. Written by the recognized authority on the subject, the book explains how to choose the proper saw and use it safely, and covers all basic operations including ripping, crosscutting, and handling large stock. Included are discussions of innovations in table saw design and new accessories. With almost 300 color photos, this totally revised version of The Table Saw Book is the top reference on the subject.