Microscopic Art Forms from the Plant World

Microscopic Art Forms from the Plant World
Author: R. Anheisser
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2008-10-06
Genre: Design
ISBN: 0486460134

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A garden of earthly delights is in bloom!Within the mysterious world of microscopic plants lies an exciting source of design. The proof is in this amazing collection of images, a splendid mix of art and science, brimming with life forms as fascinating as any abstract art. From undulating curves to complex geometrics, this beautiful book and CD set features 364 detailed illustrations of nature's minute but magnificent handiwork. These royalty-free images are a wonderful reference for science illustrators—and designers ready to leap into new worlds of the imagination.

The Arts of the Sailor

The Arts of the Sailor
Author: Hervey Garrett Smith
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2012-08-08
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 0486132684

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The perfect shipboard reference, this volume is packed with useful "hands-on" information: sailor's tools, basic knots, and useful hitches; handsewing and canvas work; dozens of other topics. Over 100 illustrations.

Plants

Plants
Author: Jim Harter
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 386
Release: 2013-01-16
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0486130029

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Hundreds of plant species with specialized appendices on edible plants, herbs, plants used in decoration and graphic design. Inspirational, royalty-free illustrations for designers, artists, botanists, and gardeners.

Mathematics, Magic and Mystery

Mathematics, Magic and Mystery
Author: Martin Gardner
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2014-12-02
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 0486801179

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Famed puzzle expert explains math behind a multitude of mystifying tricks: card tricks, stage "mind reading," coin and match tricks, counting out games, geometric dissections, etc. More than 400 tricks. 135 illustrations.

Indian Boyhood

Indian Boyhood
Author: Charles A. Eastman
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2012-06-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0486138836

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Chronicles first 15 years in life of a native Santee Sioux Indian in mid-19th century: childhood memories, training in the hunt, woodlore, religious practices, medicine men, more. 13 illustrations.

Tangrams

Tangrams
Author: Ronald C. Read
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2014-12-08
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 0486801292

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This collection gathers together nearly 330 tangrams, the best creations of both Chinese and Occidental puzzle devisers. Puzzles range from the relatively easy to the difficult.

Philosophical Writings of Peirce

Philosophical Writings of Peirce
Author: Charles S. Peirce
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 419
Release: 2012-05-11
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 0486121976

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Arranged and integrated to reveal epistemology, phenomenology, theory of signs, other major topics. Includes "The Fixation of Beliefs," "How to Make Our Ideas Clear," and "The Criterion of Validity in Reasoning."

My Life as an Indian

My Life as an Indian
Author: J. W. Schultz
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2012-04-30
Genre: History
ISBN: 048614335X

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Firsthand memoir of a young white man's life among the Piegan Blackfeet in Montana Territory. Detailed accounts of religious ceremonies and customs, child-rearing, food, tanning hides, war parties, raids, and much else.

Pulled Thread Embroidery

Pulled Thread Embroidery
Author: Moyra McNeill
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 225
Release: 1993-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0486278573

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Clearly written, profusely illustrated guide for creating attractive lace-like effects by compressing threads of loosely woven background material with tightly pulled stitches. Instructions for edgings; examples of pulled work from past.