The poems have been rendered into vigorous contemporary English. A selection of Michelangelo's letters, many of them to important contemporaries such as Vasari and Duke Cosimo, is accompanied by the 'Life' of the great artist written by his pupil Ascanio Condivi.
An all-new collection of science experiments, tricks, and things to make that will enthrall aspiring scientists while teaching them how things work in the world around them. As in the first volume, the experiments are safe, inexpensive and use readily available materials. Full-color illustrations and photos.
Motor torpedo boat development began in the early 1900s and the vessels were first put into active service during World War I. However, it was not until the late 1930s that the US Navy commenced the development of their Patrol Torpedo or PT boat program. The PT boat, or the "mosquito boat" as they were sometimes known, was originally envisioned ...
An introduction to the science of sound, using simple science experiments that show how we hear sounds and how we make music by such means as plucking strings, blowing pipes, and hitting percussion instruments.
In recent years, there has been increasing sub-specialization and a rapid expansion of the range of therapies available to pediatric ENT specialists. This concise, up-to-date textbook deals comprehensively with all the practical and theoretical aspects necessary for those taking exams or wishing to up-date their knowledge. It is divided into ...
Containing activities that require minimum adult supervision, this book aims to encourage children to develop an understanding of simple scientific concepts by carrying out their own practical investigations, making toys and playing magic tricks and games. All the experiments can be carried out in the home with safe, inexpensive materials which ...
It takes a little magic to return to Ancient Greece--but that's what kids can do, if they pull the tabs. Suddenly, all the wonders of the classical world appear, and the everyday things too, including pottery, water clocks, and coins. Of course, you'll get to visit all the important sights, like the Parthenon, but the brilliantly colorful spreads ...
The study of the crusades is one of the most thriving areas of medieval history. This collection of seventeen further essays by leading researchers in the field reflects the best of contemporary scholarship. The subjects handled are remarkably wide-ranging, focusing on the history of the Latin East and its place in the context of Mediterranean ...
A new round of fortification building began in the United States and its overseas territories in the late-19th century, which benefited from the latest technology and the increase in America's worldwide economic stature. This book provides a concise introduction to the design, development and purpose of American coastal defenses in the 'modern ...
Half a millennium before the Romans first arrived in Britain an even more ferocious people, the Celts, arrived in what is now south-eastern England. The Celts remained in Britain long after the Romans departed, and although driven into the remoter corners of the island by English invaders the people who remained clung onto their Celtic heritage, ...
Kids will feel as if they stepped right into the past as Abdul the guide leads them through the marvels of Ancient Egypt. The tour takes in everything, from the Pyramids to fascinating artifacts from 5,000 years ago, from the River Nile to the famous temple at Abu Simbel. A pull of the tab reveals a pyramid's interior; the details of a dhow, or ...
This volume reveals the secrets of the micro world, from algae to atoms, dust to DNA and flies' eyes to flu viruses. There is practical information on buying and taking care of microscopes, plus over 20 step-by-step projects for use with your own microscope, and related Internet sites.
Drawing on contemporary training documents and veterans' descriptions, this book examines the specific tactics used by the men who inspired 'Band of Brothers' and 'Saving Private Ryan'. The tactics used by US, British and German troops are compared and discussed, and the evolution of new weapons and tactics in response to changing fighting ...
The Pharaohs of Egypt have captured the imagination of readers throughout the ages. Their existence and power have almost taken on a mythical status. In this book, Nic Fields reveals the truth behind these myths and explores the lives of the ordinary soldiers who were the might of Middle Kingdom Egypt. Using rare artifacts he pieces together the ...
The Ironclad was a revolutionary weapon of war, the first modern, armoured, self-propelled warships. During the American Civil War the South used ironclads to protect their ports from the Northern blockade. Impressed with their superior resistance to fire and, the North developed its own rival fleet of ironclads. Eventually the two products of ...
Formidable and sophisticated, triremes were the deadliest battleships of the ancient world and at the height of their success the Athenians were the dominant exponents of their devastating power. Primarily long ships designed to fight under oar power, their main weapon was a bronze-plated ram situated at the prow. This book offers a complete ...
Come along and join the fun, pulling the tabs to get a colorful, insider's look at every aspect of interstellar flight. Blast off with a visit to the huge hall in the Space Center, which features models of the first craft and displays about the first space voyagers. Gaze at the life-size model of the Apollo 11; and take a little peek into the ...
Your boat is sinking fast in rough waters and you've got two minutes to get into a life raft -- do you have what it takes to survive? Brave, young sailors can experience life lost at sea without ever getting their feet wet in this unique adventure book. Twelve exciting survival challenges put children to the test as they attempt to complete tasks ...
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