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An icon of 1980s New York, Jean-Michel Basquiat (1960-1988) first made his name under the graffiti tag "SAMO," before establishing his studio practice and catapulting to fast fame at the age of 20. Although his career lasted barely a decade, he remains a cult figure of artistic social commentary, and a trailblazer in the mediation of graffiti and gallery art. Basquiat's work drew upon diverse sources and media to create an original and urgent artistic vocabulary, biting with ...

W 2024 roku minęło ćwierć wieku od ukazania się w wydawnictwie VEDA pierwszej edycji książki Ulice Solca. To dzieje jurydyki, małego miasteczka, z własnym wójtem i ratuszem, które w XIX wieku, stało się centrum przemysłu Królestwa Polskiego. Rozwój kolei i inkorporacja przedmieść Warszawy w 1916 roku definitywnie zamknęła okres odrębności tej nadwiślańskiej części Warszawy. W XXI wieku Warszawa znów zwróciła się frontem do królowej polskich rzek. Solec, jako część Powiśla, wy...

In the second volume of his landmark First World War trilogy, Professor Nick Lloyd tells the story for the first time of what Winston Churchill once called the 'unknown war': the vast conflict in Eastern Europe and the Balkans that brought about the collapse of three empires.Much has been written about the fighting in France and Belgium, yet the Eastern Front was no less bloody. Between 1914 and 1917, huge numbers of people - perhaps as many as 16 million soldiers and two mil...

‘Brimming with surprising insights and useful tips. The resource we need for avoiding misunderstandings and making genuine connections’ Adam Grant, bestselling author of Think AgainThe essential guide for when (and how best) to use virtual communication tools, from video to instant messaging and everything in between. Andrew Brodsky is here to explain that, yes, that meeting could have been an email. And that email? Maybe it should have been a voice memo. Your camera? It’s ok...

Rediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this magical edition of  Alice's Adventure's in Wonderland, complete with a bold new cover.Follow Alice down . . .down . . .down . . .The rabbit hole and into Wonderland, a world that grows curiouser and curiouserby the minute . . . but don’t be late!Lost in a strange world with even stranger characters, Alice meets a Cheshire Cat with a great big grin, a tea sipping an...

Rediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this charming edition Little Women complete with a stunning new cover.Christmas won't be the same this year in the March household, with Father at war and Mother struggling to make ends meet. But even though times are tough, the March sisters' spirits remain high! Together, through love, heartache, and a 'misplaced' manuscript, Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy learn that growing ...

Książka jest cyklem studiów o odczuwaniu i doświadczaniu braku oraz o akcie twórczym wynikającym z uświadomienia sobie przez poetów braku jako cechy bytu. Autorka analizuje sposób ujmowania tej kategorii przez Juliusza Słowackiego, Felicjana Faleńskiego, Adama Asnyka, Marię Konopnicką, Kazimierza Tetmajera, Wacława Rolicza-Liedera, Leopolda Staffa, Marię Komornicką, Wincentego Koraba-Brzozowskiego, Bronisławę Ostrowską i Bolesława Leśmiana, nadto okazyjnie – innych ...

The sayings known as Cheng yu are used frequently in Chinese.
Chinese Proverbs Illustrated features ovr 75 of the more than 5,000 Cheng yu, reproduced in a large format.
Alongside each phrase is an accessible and inspiring explanation, its literal translation in English, and what the particular strokes symbolize.

Czy zdajecie sobie sprawę, że Ocean Spokojny mógłby pomieścić wszystkie kontynenty Ziemi? A czy wiecie, że płetwal błękitny waży tyle, co 25 słoni, i że gepard jest trzy razy szybszy od najszybszego człowieka na świecie? Albo że mieszkańcy Tokio mogliby zaludnić całą Polskę? Czasami trudno nam zrozumieć tak abstrakcyjne pojęcia, jakimi są: wysokość, masa, głębokość, prędkość czy objętość, i wyobrazić sobie, czy coś jest duże, średnie czy małe, chyba że porównamy to...

Na samochodowej mapie Węgier 1:400 000 wydawnictwa Freytag&Berndt zaznaczono: odległości podane w km, numerację dróg,  lotniska, stacje benzynowe, schroniska, kempingi, muzea, zamki, kościoły,  indeks miejscowości z kodami pocztowymi, plany miast: Budapesztu i Debreczyna,  oraz wiele innych przydatnych informacji. Legenda w sześciu językach.Mapa samochodowa Freytag & Berndt to świetny towarzysz wyjazdów zarówno dla tych, którzy wybierają się na urlop wraz z biurem podróży, ja...

Rozprawa doktorska pt. Stille Perturbationen. (Kon)Figurationen der Instabilitäten im Schaffen Judith Hermanns (Ciche perturbacje. Kreacje i konfiguracje niestabilności w twórczości Judith Hermann) poświęcona jest krótkiej prozie współczesnej niemieckiej autorki Judith Hermann (ur. 1970), reprezentującej nurt „Fräuleinwunder”. Teksty Hermann skupiają się na charakterystycznych dla jej pokolenia problemach egzystencjalnych. Na korpus pracy składają się cztery tomy op...

Poem of ColorsThe most remarkable abodes from Costa Careyes to the Yucatán PeninsulaRich colors and woven textiles form a unique design aesthetic, crafted by the union of local Aztec and Mayan cultures and Spanish influences. Bold pigments and vivid patterns come together in simple and rustic spaces, resulting in a way of living that is both invigorating and homely; an authentic Mexican style.The dynamic writer and photographer duo Barbara and René Stoeltie have struck gold a...

Though it lies just across the Mediterranean from Europe, barely a stone’s throw from Spain’s southernmost tip, Morocco couldn’t possibly be farther away.With its mountainous and desert landscapes, labyrinthine souks, delectable cuisine, exquisite rugs and textiles, vibrant mosaics, fragrant odors, mesmerizing music, and welcoming people, Morocco is a most alluring and tantalizingly exotic destination. Digging a little deeper into the myth of Morocco, Barbara and René Stoelti...

This perfect first reference book brings key subjects - such as science, geography, and history - to life. Lavish 3D digital illustrations and an interactive question-and-answer format together create an engaging and accessible insight into a number of key topics.Why? Encyclopedia focuses on the subjects children really want to know about. It covers all of the areas you would expect in a kids' encyclopedia - including space, animals and the human body - but presents each thro...

We may all speak the same language, but getting to grips with grammar is the ultimate challenge. You could be puzzled by prepositions, confused by comparatives, or muddled over modals. Thankfully, this complete visual aid to everything in the English language sets you straight with a clear and concise format for easy understanding.The rules of English grammar are beautifully presented with eye-catching illustrations, step-by-step graphics, and straightforward explanations to...

Discover the history of design with this gorgeous visual celebration of key pieces, movements, and designers, from the Arts and Craft movement to the digital age. Arranged chronologically, Design traces the evolution of design from its roots to the present day, from early chairs, pottery, and homewares to cars, graphic design, and product design. It introduces all the key designers, manufacturers, and objects, illustrating how and why different styles emerged and became popul...

Master the science behind every perfect dish.Which vegetables should you eat raw? How do you make the perfect poached egg? Should you keep your eggs in the fridge? Food scientist, Dr Stuart Farrimond, answers all these questions - and many more like them - equipping you with the scientific know-how to take your cooking to new levels.In The Science of Cooking, fundamental culinary concepts sit side-by-side practical advice and step-by-step techniques, bringing food science out...

From the Chevrolet Bel Air to the Ferrari Testarossa, this stunning book showcases the most iconic and important classic cars from every decade since the 1940s.Few things ignite such reverence as a classic car. With more than 250 iconic models from the 1940s to the early 1990s, photographed from every angle, this title is a glorious celebration of the stars in the classic car firmament.The Classic Car Book brings you the story of more than 20 great marques, including househol...

Classical Chinese calligraphy is a popular and valuable art form. Characters expressing concepts such as love, peace, respect and happiness are reproduced in a large format, with an accessible and inspiring explanation of how the character developed, what the particular strokes symbolize, and its various different meanings.

One of the most creative minds of the 20th century, Walt Disney created a unique and unrivaled imaginative universe. Like scarcely any other classics of cinema, his astonishing collection of animated cartoons revolutionized storytelling on screen and

Compact in format but no less magnificently endowed, The Big Penis Book will delight even the most hardened aficionado of the male member. No half-cocked measures here, as we celebrate the rampant hardware of 150 models from the 1940s to the '90s, including photos by Bob Mizer of AMG, David Hurles of Old Reliable, and Rip Colt of Colt Studio.

„Świt jeszcze daleko” to debiut poetycki Doroty Anny Kaweckiej, absolwentki filologii polskiej Uniwersytetu Szczecińskiego oraz Wydziału Psychologii Uniwersytetu Humanistyczno-Społecznego SWPS w Warszawie. Pisane wierszy jest dla niej próbą ocalenia chwil wyjątkowych, próbą wyzwolenia się z języka codzienności, który może zamykać w dosłownym pojmowaniu rzeczywistości, ograniczając przestrzeń głębszego namysłu nad sobą, kondycją ludzkiego losu, ponadczasowymi wartościami stano...

After Nancy’s father dies, she is faced with two life-changing revelations.One: She has a half-brother she knew nothing about.Nancy’s world is punched inside out at the discovery of a mysterious new sibling. But she can’t help but feel curious about Oliver, this stranger who shares her DNA. Her sister Rita, on the other hand, is furious and wants nothing to do with their ‘cuckoo’ brother.Two: She’s pregnant.The father – Nancy’s not-quite-boyfriend from her not-quite-relations...

Vivaan, a teenager in India’s silicon plateau, has discovered love on his smartphone. Intoxicating, boundary-breaking love. His parents know he is gay, and their support is something Vivaan can count on, but they don’t know what exactly their son gets up to in the online world.For his uncle, born thirty years earlier, things were very different. Mambro’s life changed forever when he fell for a male classmate at a time, and in a country, where the persecution of gay people was...