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Mario Botta: Light and Gravity: Architecture 1993-2003
Manufacturer: Prestel Publishing ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 3791331868 |
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The recent works of the acclaimed Swiss architect are presented in this monograph on his world-renowned work and previously unpublished plans.Mario Botta's buildings are characterized by simple, geometric shapes that juxtapose lightness and weight. This richly illustrated monograph examines Botta's most recent examples of this theme, as seen in the Kyobo Tower in Seoul, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Jean Tinguely Museum in Basel, and the Cymbalista Synagogue in Tel Aviv. Hundreds of photographs, sketches, and plans illustrate the architect's desire to create structures that adhere to and complement their locations, and show how his choice of materials emphasizes craftsmanship and geometric order. Botta's finished buildings are examined alongside plans which never saw completion, demonstrating the extraordinary creative process of this modern visionary.
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A handsome monograph documenting his most recent project in the past decade.......2005-12-23
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Capturing the Magic of Children in Your Paintings
Jessica Zemsky Manufacturer: North Light Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1581802544 |
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The irrepressible nature of children makes them charming subjects for paintings, as well as a real challenge to actually paint. In this book, suitable for artists working in all of the most popular mediums, Jessica Zemsky shares the lessons she's learned in her many years of painting children, including: * Nine step-by-step demonstrations that illustrate her personal techniques * Special guidelines for portraying children being themselves--at play, with siblings or pets--rather than in formal portraits * Advice for everything from finding natural poses to rendering the varied textures of children's skin and hair * Tips for working in watercolor, acrylic, gouache, oil and pastel * Plus delightful anecdotes and firsthand lessonsCustomer Reviews:
Great Information!.......2001-04-19
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Eyes of the Nation: A Visual History of the United States
Vincent Virga Manufacturer: Bunker Hill Publishing ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items: ASIN: 1593730357 |
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The Library of Congress is the largest library on earth, with more than 111 million items. Eyes of the Nation's nearly 400 lavishly illustrated pages take the reader into the vaults of the library to see such priceless relics as Thomas Jefferson's draft for the Declaration of Independence, James Madison's handwritten "Notes on Debates on the Bill of Rights," and Abraham Lincoln's manuscript of the Emancipation Proclamation. And not only the obvious artifacts of American history are featured. Also included are maps so old that cartographers drew sea serpents cavorting in the ocean waves, a galley of Leaves of Grass with Walt Whitman's handwritten corrections, and a poster advertising the Grateful Dead at San Francisco's Avalon Ballroom.Besides the abundant and well-captioned illustrations, each chapter is introduced by an essay by historian Alan Brinkley, a professor at Columbia and winner of the National Book Award. Brinkley's text could stand alone as a solid, balanced overview of American history. It also adds essential structure and context to the book's parade of images. Eyes of the Nation is a rare combination of ravishing visuals with substantive, carefully conceived text and structure. For anyone interested in the vast American experience, it's nearly impossible to open its pages without being drawn in.
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A magnificent one volume pictorial and narrative history of the United States with more than five hundred exceptional illustrations, many reproduced here for the first time.Customer Reviews:
2005 Writers Notes Book Award First Runner-Up.......2005-04-20
Fresh and intense look at who we were and are.......2004-12-27
An heirloom for every American.......1999-05-28
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Eyes of The Nation: A Visual History of the United States
Vincent, Brinkley, Alan, & The Curators of the Library of Congress Virga Manufacturer: Alfred A. Knopf ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000T45Y6C |
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Mad Tales from School of Hard Yocks
DICK DEBARTOLO Manufacturer: Warner Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Mass Market Paperback ASIN: 0446362034 |
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Information Technology: Control Structures Are Only Part of Successful Governance
Manufacturer: Diane Pub Co ProductGroup: Book Binding: Plastic Comb ASIN: 0756732557 |
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Investing in International Real Estate
M. A. Hines Manufacturer: Quorum Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 1567203752 |
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With numerous cogent examples from real estate markets worldwide, Dr. Hines makes it clear that investing in foreign real estate is by no means the same as investing domestically. She shows how, why, and when special strategies must be devised to enter the world market; conveys essential information on global investment opportunities; outlines career opportunities and advancement strategies in international investment; and provides insights into international business in the context of global real estate investing. Her focus on industrial, commercial, and residential real estate reflects both the major investment interests of world-class investment professionals and the diversity of real estate market conditions. Her book is thus an essential resource for professional real estate investors, teachers, and their graduate-level students. Dr. Hines focuses on the general investment strategies that successful and profitable international real estate investors have devised over many years and now follow assiduously. Readers gain knowledge of direct investment in industrial, commercial, and residential real estate and through the purchase of securities, such as real estate investment trusts and mortgage backed issues. After discussing basic international real estate differences and general acquisition strategies, the book moves to functional strategies, such as valuation, land development, construction, financing, and tax strategies. Dr. Hines concludes with a coverage of housing and shopping centers, office buildings, and industrial property investment--all of which allow readers to observe the differences among functional areas and then tie them to the differences among investments in various types of properties. Her book covers Western, Eastern, and Central Europe; East, Southeast Central, and South Asia; Africa in general, and Morocco in Northwest Africa in particular; plus the Middle East and North and South America.
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Investing in Japan: an introduction to Japanese real estate business and practices
Takenaka Corporation Manufacturer: Urban Land Institute ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 087420920X |
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This practical hands-on tool will help you learn the ins and outs of purchasing, leasing, and renting property in Japan. Topics covered include: Japan's real estate industry and foreign investments, appraisal, zoning ordinances and restrictions, leasing, negotiating for acquisition of property, recording property rights, taxes, financing and investing in commercial properties.Customer Reviews:
This Book Delivers.......2007-07-11
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Commercial Real Estate Investment
Andrew Baum Manufacturer: Estates Gazette ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0728203898 |
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This book analyses all aspects which relate to successful investment in real estate. It is based on many years of practical analysis and study. It is aimed at investment surveyors, fund managers, property managers and analysts.
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Buying a Home in Ireland (Buying a Home Series)
Joe Laredom Manufacturer: Survival Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 190113010X |
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Estate planning for Canadians investing in U.S. vacation homes.: An article from: The Tax Adviser
Richard G. Wolfish , and Daniel Dominguez Manufacturer: American Institute of CPA's ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B00091WZQC Release Date: 2005-07-28 |
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This digital document is an article from The Tax Adviser, published by American Institute of CPA's on May 1, 1992. The length of the article is 996 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Investing in the German Real Estate Sector
Aruvian Research ProductGroup: Book Binding: Digital ASIN: B000V08UZ6 Release Date: 2007-06-01 |
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The German real estate industry has been experiencing wonderful growth over the last years due to the relatively steady good economy. In 2006, some markets posted major gains in occupied space, others saw record sales transactions, and even where the market has begun to tighten, developers remained cautious possibly keeping an eye toward the future, particularly predictions of escalating rental rates. Aruvian Research’s focus report on Investing in the German Real Estate Industry is the ideal guide to have an overview of the real estate industry. The report covers all the major markets and looks at the introduction of REITs in the German market. An analysis of competition, focus on industry trends and growth trends, issues and challenges facing the industry, a PEST analysis, and much more can be found inside this report. A comprehensive analysis of the major investment markets in Germany is also given in the report, along with a focus on the major market players.
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Business Dictionary Collection (NINE BOOK COLLECTION:, DICTIONARY OF BANKING TERMS, DICTIONARY OF COMPUTER AND INTERNET TERMS, DICTIONARY OF INSURANCE TERMS, DICTIONARY OF MARKETING TERMS, DICTIONARY OF FINANCE & INVESTMENT TERMS, DICTIONARY OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS TERMS, DICTIONARY OF REAL ESTATE TERMS, DICTIONARY OF ACCOUNTING TERMS, LAW DICTIONARY.)
BARRON'S Manufacturer: BARRONS ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000LPWPXE |
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DICTIONARY OF BANKING TERMS, DICTIONARY OF COMPUTER AND INTERNET TERMS, DICTIONARY OF INSURANCE TERMS, DICTIONARY OF MARKETING TERMS, DICTIONARY OF FINANCE & INVESTMENT TERMS, DICTIONARY OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS TERMS, DICTIONARY OF REAL ESTATE TERMS, DICTIONARY OF ACCOUNTING TERMS, LAW DICTIONARY.
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Tom Hopkins International Presents Mastering The Art Of Listing Real Estate, 8 Audio Cassettes And Workbook, And The Proven "One Listing Per Week" Formula Workbook
Tom Hopkins Manufacturer: Tom Hopkins International, Inc. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Audio Cassette ASIN: B000JHO546 |
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"TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1A - Learning and Creativity (page 1), 1B - Characteristics of a Professional (page 2), 2A - Will You Fail Enough to Succeed? (page 3), 2B - The Power of Questions (page 6), 3A - Data for a Professional Performance (page 9), 3B - Time Planning and Organization (page 16), 4A - Prospecting, Your Key to Prosperity (page 18), 4B - The Greatest Listing Sources (page 20), 5A - Wealth Through Farming (page 23), 5B - Holding a Professional Open House (page 26), 6A - The Secrets of Successful Listing (page 28), 6B - Physical and Mental Preparation (page 30), 7A - The Actual Listing Presentation (page 32), 7B - The Actual Listing Presentation (Continued), 8A - The Mood of the Move (page 50), 8B - Listing Technique Review (page 51)" [from mastering the art of listing real estate book] with Tom Hopkins International Presents, The Proven "One Listing Per Week" Formala workbook and 8 audio cassettes are in original package." "TOM HOPKINS: Mr. Hopkins conducts sales training seminars and motivational programs internationally. Tens of thousands of companies worldwide currently are using his video and audio sales training programs. Services offered by Tom Hopkins International include: * General Sales Training Systems * Customized Sales Training Systems * Direct and Multi-Level Sales raining Systems * Motivational Programs * Real Estate Sales Training Programs * Computer Sales Training Programs * General Audience Self-Development Programs * Conventions..." [from package]
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Comforting Your Crying Baby: Why Your Baby Is Crying And What You Can Do About It
Sandy Jones Manufacturer: Innova ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
Accessories: ASIN: 0974937312 |
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Why is my baby crying? Why isn't my baby a good sleeper? Is my baby colicky? Is something bothering my baby? What can I do to help soothe my baby?In this warm, reassuring book, baby expert and author Sandy Jones answers parents' many questions and helps them identify the source of their baby's suffering. With the use of many tables and illustrations, she also helps identify the many reasons why your baby is crying and how to deal with each one in a simple and effective way.
She explores many commonly held beliefs, such as the notion that your baby will never learn to sleep alone if you let him sleep in your bed, as well as the philosophy that parents shouldn't spoil a baby by responding to her every cry. She also explains the science behind baby sleep, so that you can better understand and adapt to your own baby's sleeping pattern.
Written with empathy for parent and child alike, Comforting Your Crying Baby is an essential book for any new parent who wants to learn why your baby is crying and how best to comfort and care for their baby.
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Crying & Comforting (Johnson's Everyday Babycare)
DK Publishing Manufacturer: DK ADULT ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
Accessories: ASIN: 0756617804 |
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There are dozens of ways to comfort and soothe a crying child, especially if you understand what each cry means. Covering newborn babies through preschoolers, Crying and Comforting includes all the latest information on crying patterns, persistent crying, bonding, comfort objects, and how to cope with teething and sleep.
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Crying and Comforting (Johnson's Everyday Babycare)
Eileen Hayes Manufacturer: Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1405302283 |
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Nelson's Ships: A History of the Vessels in Which He Served, 1771-1805
Peter Goodwin Manufacturer: Stackpole Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0811710076 |
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This exciting new volume presents every ship in which Nelson served, in full detail, for the first time. Following a comprehensive background of each vessel, including the actions in which it participated, each ship's construction details and costs will be explored alongside any modifications that were made. The incidents that occurred while Nelson was on board each ship reveal an abridged version of his career and offer both the enthusiast and general reader an insight into the man himself. Fully researched and developed by one of the most well-known and respected Nelson historians, and heavily illustrated in part by Geoff Hunt, jacket artist for the popular Patrick O'Brien series, this will be an invaluable work for both the academic and enthusiast alike.Customer Reviews:
Detailed Insight Into the 18th Century Royal Navy.......2007-08-20
Excellent job Mr Goodwin.......2004-04-17
A marvelous nautical history reference book.......2003-01-12
Twenty-five vessels ranging in size from the little armed brig Badger, Nelson's first command, to the huge first-rates HMS Victory and the captured Spanish ship-of-the-line San Josef are each awarded a lengthy chapter in Goodwin's book. Deck and hull plans are usually presented, along with enough illustrations so that the vessel described becomes real in the reader's eye. But, Goodwin's scope extends far beyond the physical fabric of these vessels. A history of each is presented from launch to ultimate fate, not only confined to the period when Nelson was aboard as midshipman, junior officer, captain, or admiral. Every commanding officer throughout a vessel's service is listed, usually together with the refit history of the ship, showing the frequent repairs and rebuilds which were an integral part of any wooden vessel's existence. Goodwin has drawn from the ships' logbooks a wealth of detail about life aboard each ship, experiences during battles and during peacetime. Punishment lists show, for example, that aboard Victory on August 4, 1804, John Brown, John Hind, Simon Moon, William Cobourne, and Edward Flynn received between 13 and 36 lashes for drunkenness, while John Wells got 48 for disobedience of orders and neglect of duty. We learn that on September 14, 1778, HMS Janus expended one puncheon and one hogshead of beer (or 126 gallons). We find that, among other things, HMS Vanguard received aboard on Thursday, August 4, 1808, 51 feet of 3-inch oak plank, 4000 ball cartridges for muskets, 339 fathoms of rope for signal halyards, and 46 thimbles for sewing. On January 1, 1779, Nelson wrote in the log of HMS Badger: "Moderate and clear Weather, received my Commission and superseded Captain Michael John Everitt in Command of Badger, went on board and read Ditto to the Ships Company. People employed occasionally." Through this kaleidoscopic recounting of ordinary (and sometimes extraordinary) experience, the ships and the officers and men aboard them are breathed into life.
Through this rich detail, Goodwin constructs a portrait of the Royal Navy, its ships, its duties, and its officers and men during the era when it rose to dominate the world's oceans. By concentrating upon a representative sample of warships, a true picture of the greater whole is drawn. Goodwin rejects the popular and out-dated view of life in the Royal Navy of the time as being one of horror, misery, and oppression. Instead, he demonstrates that the seamen were well fed (within limits of what could be preserved aboard ship) with between 4000 and 5000 calories a day to support their heavy labors and that they were in general proud professionals.
I consider Peter Goodwin's "Nelson's Ships" to be an ideal complement to Brian Lavery's "Nelson's Navy". While Lavery provides a thorough structural description of the Royal Navy circa 1800, its institutions, missions, and practices, Goodwin's book presents vivid, specific detail to flesh out that structure. And I would add one more book to make an ideal trilogy: James McGuane's "Heart of Oak" with its marvelous photographs of the implements and objects of everyday life at sea. Those three books together form an incomparable portrait of the Royal Navy in the Age of Fighting Sail.
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Churchill on India: Let his past record speak
Hira Lal Seth Manufacturer: First National Publishers ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B0007JK7DE |
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Dumaine's Amoskeag: Let the record speak
Arthur M Kenison Manufacturer: Saint Anselm College Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: 0962954713 |
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Let the record speak
Dorothy Thompson ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B00005XMNH |
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Let the facts speak for themselves: Being a true record of the case of Frederick Krafft [arrested while speaking under auspices of County Committee of the Socialist party of Essex county]
Frederick Krafft Manufacturer: [s.n ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B0008B2H02 |
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Let the record speak: The inside story of the 1953 session of the Alaska Legislature
Mildred Meiers Hansen Manufacturer: s.n ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B0007HUCCC |
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Birds of Maine Field Guide (Our Nature Field Guides)
Stan Tekiela Manufacturer: Adventure Publications ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1885061463 |
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Learn about and identify birds using Stan Tekiela's state-by-state field guides. The full-page, color photos are incomparable and include insets of winter plumage, color morphs and more. Plus, with the easy-to-use format, you don't need to know a bird's name or classification in order to easily find it in the book. Using this field guide is a real pleasure. It's a great way for anyone to learn about the birds in your state.
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Birder's Guide to the Coast of Maine
Elizabeth Gary Pierson Manufacturer: Down East Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items: ASIN: 0892721189 |
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The Birds of Deer Isle, Maine
Margaret H. Hundley Manufacturer: Arey's Pond Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0961948515 |
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An Eagle Named Bart
William R. Vasquez Manufacturer: P.S. Eriksson ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0839719876 |
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Maine Birds: An Introduction to Familiar Species (Pocket Naturalist)
Waterford Press Manufacturer: Waterford Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 188990337X |
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The Pocket Naturalist card is a pocket-sized, folding card which provides simplified, easy-to-use reference to what everyone should know about familiar plants, animals, and natural history. Maps are included to highlight prominent sanctuaries and outstanding natural attractions. Every card is laminated so that it is waterproof and practical for use in the field. This card highlights over 100 of Maine's most common breeding birds and familiar migrants.
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Maine Animals (Maine Nature)
North Country Press Manufacturer: North Country Press (ME) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0945980256 |
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Maine Rivers (Maine Nature)
North Country Press Manufacturer: North Country Press (ME) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0945980124 |
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