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Dive into the enchanting world of "The Enchanted Realms: The Existence and Origins of Fairies" ebook and embark on an extraordinary journey into the heart of folklore and magic. At approximately 38 pages this captivating digital treasure trove is your key to unlocking the secrets of the ethereal beings that have fascinated humanity for centuries. Delve deep into the rich tapestry of fairy folklore from cultures around the world. Uncover the origins...
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Digital art offers a unique and versatile medium for self-expression, enabling you to create stunning visuals, explore your innermost ideas, and share your unique perspective with the world. Unlike traditional art forms, digital art leverages the power of technology to unlock new horizons in artistic expression. With the right tools and knowledge, you can bring your visions to life in ways that were previously unimaginable. The purpose of this guide...
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This richly illustrated book plunges you into the vibrant and provocative world of graffiti and street art in this wide-ranging exploration of a much-misunderstood culture. Our journey spans the tumultuous birth of graffiti in 1970s New York, to its explosive growth and evolution. Be seduced by the visceral impact of the bright colours and intricate shapes, the hard-hitting social and political commentary, and the stories that spontaneously spring...
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Editorial Planeta Méxicana
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[2023]
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387 pages ; 23 cm.
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"México, 1935. Cuando descubre que Diego le es infiel con su hermana Cristina, Frida, que atraviesa un periodo de depresión ligado a su imposibilidad de ser madre, utiliza el dolor como inspiración para crear La mesa herida, una enigmática pintura de gran formato que años después formará parte de la primera exposición de artistas mexicanos en la Unión Soviética. Moscú, 1947. Olga, una burócrata rusa con una existencia tranquila y comprometida...
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"A stunning life of the iconic American artist, Keith Haring, by the acclaimed biographer Brad Gooch. In the 1980s, the subways of New York City were covered with art. In the stations, black matte sheets were pasted over outdated ads, and unsigned chalk drawings often popped up on these blank spaces. These temporary chalk drawings numbered in the thousands and became synonymous with a city as diverse as it was at war with itself, ravaged by poverty...
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A man's life and art are rediscovered during the renovation of a farmhouse in rural Tennessee. Though he seemingly vanished from the earth in the late 1960's, Dillard Quarles, American poet and balladeer, left behind a trunk with some notebooks filled with poems and songs. This cache of verse, along with some old letters and journal entries, reveal one man's attempt to understand the beauty and heartbreak in the world around him. The discovery rekindles...
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Calkins Creek, an imprint of Astra Books for Young Readers
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[2024]
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1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm
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"This visually stunning portrait of Black photographer Roy DeCarava, a child of the Harlem Renaissance and an artistic collaborator of Langston Hughes, takes readers through 1940s Harlem where beauty is everywhere as he immortalizes and documents the lives of ordinary Black people. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."--
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In life we are so busy working, juggling family life as well as trying to have moments to ourselves to enjoy life. When was the last time you just stopped and just looked around you and see the beauty of this world. Capturing the essence of nature not touched and how it can bring a sense of peace over you by simply taking a few minutes out of your day to enjoy the simple things in life. Like listening to the birds have conversations, watching the...
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Take a tour of the Louvre Museum in Paris and learn all about geometric shapes! Students will be engaged in learning principles of geometry as they search this famous museum for shapes. This full-color math reader uses real-world examples to teach math concepts, and incorporates nonfiction reading to increase vocabulary and comprehension skills. The practice problems, graphs, and sidebars provide many opportunities for students to practice their developing...
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Embark on a mesmerizing journey into the enigmatic world of crop circles.Immerse yourself in the rich narratives and ancient beliefs that surround these enigmatic creations. Shed light on the genuine formations that continue to perplex experts. Venturing into uncharted territories, explore the cosmic connections between crop circles and extraterrestrial theories. Discover the compelling ideas that suggest otherworldly forces may be at play, leaving...
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This unique gift book is a reminder that whatever someone may be going through, they always deserve flowers.
When it's the most difficult to find the right words, we turn to flowers to express our compassion and care. This book is like a bouquet of flowers in book form. Based on Tucker Nichols's celebrated multimedia art project entitled Flowers for Sick People, this book gathers vibrant floral paintings and pairs them with poetic dedications that...
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Are you looking for the most beautiful vintage rose illustrations?⍾⍾Do you need a perfectly curated collection for your next project? Few flowers are as romantic or evocative as roses. Prized for their beauty and fragrance, roses have been cultivated for thousands of years. There are hundreds of different species of rose, and they come in a wide variety of colors. While they are often associated with romantic love, roses also symbolize other things...
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A remarkable stone formation has been found on Penn Bluff next to Penn Creek, near Addison, Alabama. Its forms convey a sense of presence, making for a hot spot. Indigneous artifacts have been found atop the bluff and Native American symbolism is echoed in the natural formations below. Take this journey and see what forms and meaning is presented to you. Such a journey is not confined to one location, but you may be gifted with similar places in which...
15) French Touch: Comment les Français ont façonné le monde de la mode, de la gastronomie et de l'art
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Les Français sont connus pour leur mode de vie unique, leur histoire fascinante et leur culture riche et variée. Dans ce livre, nous explorerons la France d'une manière amusante et humoristique en examinant les nombreux clichés et stéréotypes associés aux Français.Nous découvrirons comment les Français ont inventé de nombreuses choses qui ont façonné le monde, de la mode à la gastronomie, en passant par l'art et la littérature. Nous...
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Embark on a mesmerizing odyssey to the captivating island of Santorini in this enchanting travel memoir. Lose yourself in the labyrinthine streets of its iconic cliffside villages, where whitewashed buildings contrast against the deep blue hues of the sea and sky. Feel the gentle sea breeze caress your skin as you wander through charming alleyways adorned with vibrant bougainvillea.Indulge in the island's rich history as we explore. Whether marveling...
17) Artifice
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Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
2023.
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387 pages ; 22 cm
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Isa de Smit grew up in her parents' art gallery in Amsterdam, but in the middle of the war she survives by selling fake paintings to the Nazis while trying to help her friend, Truus, smuggle Jewish babies to safety--but in 1943 it is hard to know who to trust.
18) Georgia's Bones
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Growing up on a Wisconsin farm, Georgia O'Keeffe began gathering all sorts of objects - sticks and stones, flowers and bones. Although she was teased for her interest in unique shapes and sizes, young Georgia declared: "Someday, I'm going to be an artist" - and that is exactly what she became.
Jen Bryant's story of Georgia O'Keeffe celebrates the famous artist's fascination with natural shapes, "common objects," and her unusual way of looking at...
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Get ready to immerse yourself in centuries of history!Discover Venice's past and its tremendous legacy of beauty, churches, museums, and stunning mansions. Get to know the lagoon city everybody loves with this comprehensive guide for cultured travelers.Learn the story behind such world-famous landmarks asSt. Mark's SquareSt. Mark's BasilicaThe Bell TowerThe Clock TowerThe Grand Canal, with its beautiful bridgesThe historic mansionsAnd many more.Please...
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