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A Dictionary of Botanical Terms by John Stevens Henslow
Category: Home and Garden | Series: Cambridge Library Collection - Botany and Horticulture Ser.
John Stevens Henslow (1796-1861) was a botanist and geologist. As teacher, mentor and friend to Charles Darwin, it was his introduction that secured for Darwin the post of naturalist on the voyage of the Beagle. While Professor of Botany, Henslow established the Cambridge University Botanic Garden as a ...Show more
After Impressionism - Inventing Modern Art by MaryAnne Stevens; Maria Alambritis (Contribution by); Julien Domercq (Contribution by); Charlotte de Mille (Contribution by); John Milner (Contribution by); Daniel Ralston (Contribution by); Christopher Riopelle (Contribution by); Camilla Smith (Contribution by); Sabine Wieber (Contribution by)
Category: Art and Design
Through the 1880s the very essence of representation, meaning and process in Western art were profoundly interrogated. Plausible representations of the external world were cast aside in favour of non-naturalism expressed in varying degrees, from modest distortions of reality to pure abstraction. The de ...Show more
Art of Peace - Pocket Edition by Morihei Ueshiba; John Stevens (translated by)
Category: Health and Wellbeing
The inspirational teachings in this collection show that the real way of the warrior is based on compassion, wisdom, fearlessness, and love of nature. The teachings are drawn from the talks and writings of Morihei Ueshiba, founder of the popular Japanese martial art of Aikido, a mind-body discipline he ...Show more
Dewdrops on a Lotus Leaf - Zen Poems of Ryokan by Ryokan; John Stevens (translated by)
Category: Fashion
The Japanese poet- recluse Ryokan (1758- 1831) is one of the most beloved figures of Asian literature, renowned for his beautiful verse, exquisite calligraphy, and eccentric character. Deceptively simple, Ryokan's poems transcend artifice, presenting spontaneous expressions of pure Zen spirit. Like his ...Show more
Is it Dementia or Just Old Age?: Everything You Need to Know by Dr John Stevens
Category: Health and Wellbeing
Surveys show that the greatest fear for those who are growing older is whether they will develop dementia. 'Is It Dementia or Just Old Age?' puts dementia and old age into perspective. This reassuring text outlines the chances of developing dementia and details those at most risk.
Lettering & Word Design: Learn to Master a Variety of Elegant, Funky, and Stylish Handwritten Alphabets by John Stevens
Category: Art and Design | Series: How to Draw and Paint Series
Lettering & Word Design teaches aspiring lettering artists how to create beautiful and contemporary handwritten styles. Following an introduction to writing instruments, inks, and papers, as well as basic techniques and lessons on the fundamental elements of lettering, artists are introduced to 20 o ...Show more
One Robe One Bowl by Stevens John
Category: Poetry
The hermit-monk Ryokan, long beloved in Japan both for his poetry and for his character, belongs in the tradition of the great Zen eccentrics of China and Japan. His reclusive life and celebration of nature and the natural life also bring to mind his younger American contemporary, Thoreau. Ryokan's poet ...Show more
SWORD OF NO-SWORD LIFE OF THE MASTER WARRIOR TESSHU by STEVENS JOHN
Category: Biography
The insightful martial arts biography of Yamoaka Tesshu, the larger-than-life samurai who founded his own school of swordsmanship and helped restore practical imperial rule to Japan Master swordsman, calligrapher, and Zen practitioner, Yamoaka Tesshu is a seminal figure in martial arts history. John St ...Show more
The Complete Book of Calligraphy & Lettering: A comprehensive guide to more than 100 traditional calligraphy and hand-lettering techniques by Cari Ferraro, Eugene Metcalf, Arthur Newhall, John Stevens
Category: Craft | Series: The\Complete Book Of ... Ser.
The Complete Book of Calligraphy & Lettering provides expert instruction on the intricacies of traditional lettering techniques, as well as an introduction to contemporary hand-lettering formats.From selecting the appropriate tools, such as pens, nibs, brushes, inks, and papers, to learning optimal ...Show more
The Hidden Power of Aikido - Transcending Conflict and Cultivating Inner Peace by Susan Perry; John Stevens (Foreword by); John Perry (Foreword by)
Category: Martial Arts
Real-life applications of Aikido for self-transformation, conflict resolution, and joy - Explains Aikido solutions for peacefully resolving difficulties that arise with intimidating and unpredictable people, those who are stubborn or don't listen, insincere people who want something from you, and ch ...Show more