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Shigeru Ban
Master innovator: Challenging accepted notions of architectureFrom emergency relief shelters to a cardboard cathedral and exhibition spaces in shipping containers, Pritzker-prize winning architect Shigeru Ban has made his name with his restlessly inventive response to material and situation, as much as with his humanitarian work at the sites of natural and man-made disasters.In the spirit of a three-dimensional poetry, Ban uses materials as an incorporated part of his design, selected not for their cutting-edge credentials but rather for their expressive ability, their capacity to convey the building s overall concept. In particular, Ban has made regular use of paper tubing in projects as varied as the Japanese Pavilion at Expo 2000 and emergency shelters for Rwanda s Byumba Refugee Camp.This essential introduction, compiled with Ban s own collaboration, presents every one of his projects to date to survey the full reach and importance of, in the words of the Pritzker Prize jury, a committed teacher who is not only a role model for younger generation, but also an inspiration. About the series: Each book in TASCHEN s Basic Architecture series features: an introduction to the life and work of the architect the major works in chronological order information about the clients, architectural preconditions as well as construction problems and resolutions a list of all the selected works and a map indicating the locations of the best and most famous buildings approximately 120 illustrations (photographs, sketches, drafts and plans)"
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Barcelona 4th Edition
Celebrating Barcelona's stronghold on architecture and art, this completely updated and revised guide to the city makes sure you don't miss a thing--from the intricately carved edifices of its Gothic quarter; Gaudi's moderniste structures; and the seminal surrealist works of Picasso and Miro. Special features include three-dimensional drawings (including one of the fabulous Sagrada Familia Cathedral) and guided tours (including a walk through Roman Barcelona and a drive through the Mediterranean-lapped Costa Brava), as well as in-depth sidebars that detail such topics as Barcelona's Jewish community, the city's markets, and what life as a local medieval monk was like. Special features are sprinkled throughout on such helpful topics as securing tickets to a bullfight, learning to windsurf on Barcelona's beaches, the ritual of spring onion barbeques, where to take Catalan or flamenco classes, and taking a suisso; and Insider Tips from National Geographic and local experts show you where the locals go. A hefty Travelwise section details how to get there and how to get around, with author-picked hotels and restaurants. Aimed at active travelers who want authentic, enriching, cultural experiences and expert advice from a trustworthy source, National Geographic Travelers provide ways for people to experience a place rather than just visit, and give the true feel of each destination not easily found online.
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Kapitoly z dějin evropského města
Ojedinělá publikace, zachycující vývojové etapy ve formování města od jeho počátků do současnosti, od antického města přes středověké, renesanční, barokní až po dnešní dny. Autorka postihuje typické atributy u jednotlivých typů měst (římská, rezidenční, posádková, hvězdicová, přístavní, zahradní, metropole atd.), ale i urbanismus a denní život ve městě, např. počátky klášterů, náboženských poutí, výstavby katedrál, fortifikačních systémů, hotelů, kaváren, módy, obchodů, cirkusů, muzeí, galerií, divadel, univerzit, zrod dálnic, letišť, mrakodrapů, továren, železnic, metra, automobilismu, činžovního bydlení, horolezectví, lázeňství, sběratelství, tržnic i obchodních domů, městských bulvárů aj. Čtenář zde nalezne spoustu zajímavostí, např. kdy se začala používat zrcadla, židle, peřiny či příbory, kdy se začalo s čištěním ulic a odvozem odpadu, s plánovanou výstavbou zahrad a parků, loveckých obor, kdy se začaly využívat varhany, výtahy nebo toaletní papír, proč se na cestách a silnicích jezdilo vlevo, kdy se objevují první dvojitá okna se sklem, zoologické zahrady či odkdy se datuje vznik městských relaxačních a odpočinkových zón.
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Moskva - Merian 85
Začalo to knížetem Jurijem Dolgorukým, kterému byl postaven působivý pomník v ulici Tverskaja naproti úřadu starosty metropole. Ve 12. století založil dřevěnou pevnost v místech, kde se dnes nachází Kreml. Kreml se říká hradu nebo pevnosti, a tu mělo každé staroruské město. Ale dávno předtím, než na pahorek nad Moskvou vtáhli sověti a toto místo se stalo symbolem světové velmoci, byl moskevský Kreml dějištěm konfliktů, drancování a ohrožení. `Nad městem je Kreml a nad Kremlem je už jen bůh`, říká jedno ruské přísloví. I po Velké říjnové revoluci, kdy nad Kremlem už žádný bůh být nesměl a zvony mnoha katedrál uvnitř i vně kremelských zdí musely mlčet, zůstalo toto území centrem moci. Tam, kde kdysi ze svého slonovinového trůnu vládl ruské říši Ivan Hrozný a kde později přistoupila ke korunovaci v nádherné róbě německá princezna, aby jako carovna Kateřina II. dobyla nové země, tam více než 70 let vlála rudá vlajka se srpem a kladivem a přes dva kilometry dlouhá kremelská zeď se zdála b
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Zapomenutý pergamen
Když se na počátku 15. století náhle začaly hroutit velké katedrály a dómy, zachvátila obyvatelstvo panika. Je to pomsta bohů, nebo dílo ďábla? V těchto neklidných dobách zachrání čirou náhodou krásná knihovníkova dcera Afra život poněkud podivínskému staviteli katedrál Ulrichovi z Ensingenu - a ti dva se do sebe zamilují. Záhy nato ale zemře stavitelova žena a Afru nařknou z čarodějnictví. V nejvyšší nouzi si Afra vzpomene na tajemnou skříňku, kterou jí kdysi zanechal otec s tím, že obsah skříňky jí sice může přinést bohatství, ale zároveň uvrhnout do zkázy celý západní svět... Prázdný pergamen představuje zpočátku pro oba milence hádanku. Teprve s pomocí alchymisty dokážou zviditelnit latinský text, jenž v tajném písmu vytvořil benediktinský mnich a v němž kajícně přiznává, že CONSTITUTUM CONSTANTINI, jímž císař Konstantin údajně daruje papeži právo vládnout nad západní Evropou, je podvrh, který sepsal on sám. Je jasné, že něco takového chce svatá církev dostat do rukou za každou cen
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A Column of Fire
Absorbing . . . impossible to resist." --The Washington Post As Europe erupts, can one young spy protect his queen? International bestselling author Ken Follett takes us deep into the treacherous world of powerful monarchs, intrigue, murder, and treason with his magnificent new epic, A Column of Fire. In 1558, the ancient stones of Kingsbridge Cathedral look down on a city torn apart by religious conflict. As power in England shifts precariously between Catholics and Protestants, royalty and commoners clash, testing friendship, loyalty, and love. Ned Willard wants nothing more than to marry Margery Fitzgerald. But when the lovers find themselves on opposing sides of the religious conflict dividing the country, Ned goes to work for Princess Elizabeth. When she becomes queen, all Europe turns against England. The shrewd, determined young monarch sets up the country's first secret service to give her early warning of assassination plots, rebellions, and invasion plans. Over a turbulent half century, the love between Ned and Margery seems doomed as extremism sparks violence from Edinburgh to Geneva. Elizabeth clings to her throne and her principles, protected by a small, dedicated group of resourceful spies and courageous secret agents. The real enemies, then as now, are not the rival religions. The true battle pitches those who believe in tolerance and compromise against the tyrants who would impose their ideas on everyone else--no matter what the cost. Set during one of the most turbulent and revolutionary times in history, A Column of Fire is one of Follett's most exciting and ambitious works yet. It will delight longtime fans of the Kingsbridge series and is the perfect introduction for readers new to Ken Follett.
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Pop-Up Paris 1
Paris will come alive with this beautiful and colourful pop-up book from Lonely Planet Kids. With a set of six stunning pop-ups and gorgeous illustrations, this book is the perfect introduction to the magic of Paris for any age. This stylish look at the city's iconic landmarks will kickstart the travel bug in young explorers! Pop-up Paris includes pop-ups of the Eiffel Tower, the Pompidou Centre, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Moulin Rouge, the Arc de Triomphe and a tower of delicious macarons! Also available: Pop-up London, Pop-up New York About Lonely Planet Kids: From the world's leading travel publisher comes Lonely Planet Kids, a children's imprint that brings the world to life for young explorers everywhere. With a range of beautiful books for children aged 5-12, we're kickstarting the travel bug and showing kids just how amazing our planet can be. From bright and bold sticker activity books, to beautiful gift titles bursting at the seams with amazing facts, we aim to inspire and delight curious kids, showing them the rich diversity of people, places and cultures that surrounds us. We pledge to share our enthusiasm and love of the world, our sense of humour and continual fascination for what it is that makes the world we live in the diverse and magnificent place it is. It's going to be a big adventure - come explore!
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The Tarnished Chalice (Matthew Bartholomew Chronicles)
On a bitter winter evening in 1356, Matthew Bartholomew and Brother Michael arrive in Lincoln—Bartholomew to look for the woman he wants to marry andMichael to accept an honor from the cathedral. It is not long before they learn that the friary in which they are staying is not the safe haven they imagine—one guest has already been murdered. It soon emerges that the dead man was holding the Hugh Chalice, a Lincoln relic with a curiously bloody history. Bartholomew and Michael are soon drawn into a web of murder, lies, and suspicion in a city where neither knows who can be trusted.
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Portugal (Eyewitness Travel Guides)
Portugal has much more an offer than the charms of cosmopolitan Lisbon and the beaches and golf courses of the Algarve, as enticing as they are to holiday-makers. As you will discover in the sumptuously illustrated pages of this guide, it is a land with a fascinating seafaring history, unspolit villages, fine wines, and some of Europe's most captivating scenery. This expanded and updated edition in the award-winning "Eyewitness" series covers every aspect of this varied country, breaking past the south coast resorts to reveal the least explored corner of Western Europe. Using the unique cutaway maps and 3D models, visit Oporto's cathedral district, enjoy panoramic views from the mountaintop village of Mosanto, and marvel at the luxury yachts in the harbour at Vilamoura.You'll also find the perfect introduction to Portugal's maritime provinces, Madeira and the Azores, which boast fine white beaches, old towns, forests, and unforgettable dolphin watching. Full-colour maps and plans enable you to explore the diverse regions in depth, whilst walks, scenic routes and thematic tours will ensure you won't miss a thing. Illustrated food features highlight regional gastronomic delights and the guide comes complete with an impressive selection of restaurants and hotels. Equipped with over 1,000 sumptuous photographs, tour the rugged landscapes, rural backwaters and sophisticated cities of beautiful Portugal - this guide will lead the way
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History of Interior Design
Now in its third edition and fully updated with the most recent examples, A History of Interior Design tells the story of 6,000 years of domestic and public space. John Pile acknowledges that interior design is a field with unclear boundaries, in which construction, architecture, furniture, decoration, technology and product design all overlap. These topics are woven together in a fascinating narrative that runs from cave dwellings and temple architecture, through Gothic cathedrals and Renaissance palaces, to the grand civic spaces of the nineteenth century and the sleek interiors of modern skyscrapers. Embedded in a social and political context, detailed discussions of famous buildings, from the Parthenon to the Pompidou Centre, are interspersed with investigations of the domestic vernacular – the cottages, farmhouses, apartments and city terraces inhabited by ordinary people. In this new edition, the evolution of interior design has been made even more accessible through the inclusion of a CD-ROM with an interactive timeline. Incorporating over 100 illustrations, this sets the great interior spaces of the world in the context of the social, political and technological developments of the time.
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Eyewitness Travel Guides - Vienna (Pocket Map and Guide)
Make the most of your city break with the best of Vienna in your pocket. From Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral to the Imperial Palace to finding your way back to your hotel - find everything you need in this great value, quick reference map and guide that slips easily into your pocket or bag. Great for on-the-go navigation, discover Vienna's Top 5 must-sees, great restaurants, bars and shops, plus useful phrases, opening times and transport information. Then decide your itinerary and plot your route using the fold-out map. It's all you need for the perfect day out and about. Pack the perfect partner and discover more about Vienna with the DK Eyewitness Travel Guide"."
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Malá cesta po Francii
Sladká Francie přinese obdivovatelům ovoce výlučně jako celek, a proto není moudré omezovat její krásy na pozlátko předváděné v Paříži. Svérázné kouty této různorodé země uhranuly i vyznavači pitoreskna Henrymu Jamesovi, a tak se jimi jako nejslavnější americký reprezentant zjemnělé tradice konce devatenáctého století kochá s týmž zaujetím, jaké ve svých románech věnoval třeba ladným liniím kávového šálku. Mladík z dobré newyorské rodiny, pro nějž byla francouzština vstupenkou do Starého světa, přitom prokáže sympatie k joie de vivre francouzského Jihu, elegantní styl a bystrozrak znalce umění. Ale ať už se toulavý spisovatel zabývá nabubřelostí některých zámků na Loiře, rozebírá rekonstrukci středověké pevnosti v Carcassonne či linie nejznámějších katedrál, ať obhlíží antické památky v Provenci nebo jen na pláži v Normandii glosuje rovnostářské poměry třetí francouzské republiky, vysvítá zpod tohoto něžného pošklebování cosi vážného, co předčí i zápisky jeho předchůdce Stendhala. James si cení neopakovatelného kouzla, jímž hostitelská země dýchá a jež je třeba uchovat, protože na něj poutník jinde na světě nenarazí. S odstupem jednoho a čtvrt století vypovídají autorovy črty mimo jiné o pravém smyslu moderního „bytí na cestě“, které se pod tlakem rychlosti a banalit změnilo v uniformní turistickou zábavu pro masy.
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Great Britain 13
Lonely Planet: The world’s number one travel guide publisher*
Lonely Planet’s Great Britain is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Gaze at the graceful architecture of Canterbury Cathedral, stride around the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle or through the mountains of Wales, and soak up Roman, medieval and Victorian history – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Great Britain and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet’s Great Britain:
Full-colour maps and images throughout
Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, food, drink, sport, politics
Covers London, Canterbury, Southeast England, Oxford, Cotswolds, Southwest England, Cambridge, East Anglia, Birmingham, the Midlands, the Marches, Yorkshire, Manchester, Liverpool, Northwest England, The Lake District, Cumbria, Newcastle, Northeast England, Cardiff (Caerdydd), Pembrokeshire, South Wales, Hay-on-Wye, Mid-Wales, Snowdonia, North Wales, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Southern Scotland, Stirling, Central Scotland, Inverness, Northern Highlands & Islands, and more.
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Great Britain is our most comprehensive guide to Britain, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences.
Need a city guide? Check out Lonely Planet’s London for an in-depth look at all the city has to offer.
About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.
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DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza
The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring the Balearic Islands.
Explore Mallorca's historic towns and villages, relax on Menorca's pristine beaches, or dance the night away in Ibiza: everything you need to know is clearly laid out in colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza with this indispensable travel guide.
Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza:
- Over 10 colour maps help you navigate with ease
- Simple layout makes it easy to find the information you need
- Comprehensive tours and itineraries of Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza, designed for every interest and budget
- Illustrations and floorplans show in detail Palma's cathedral La Seu, La Granja, the prehistoric monuments of Menorca and more
- Colour photographs of the historic towns and villages, stunning coastline and spectacular landscapes in the Balearic Islands
- Detailed chapters, with area maps, cover Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera
- Historical and cultural context gives you a richer travel experience: learn about the turbulent history, rich architectural heritage and vibrant festivals of the Balearic Islands
- Essential travel tips: our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus how to get around, useful phrases, and visa and health information
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you get the most from your visit to Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza.
"No other guide whets your appetite quite like this one" - The Independent
Planning a shorter break in Mallorca? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Mallorca guide.
About DK Eyewitness Travel: DK's highly visual Eyewitness guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to inform and enrich your holiday. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
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Poland
Discover Poland with this essential travel guide, designed to help you create your own unique trip and to transport you to this beautiful country before you've even packed your case - step back in time in Torun, Lublin, Krakow and Gdansk, explore the tranquil Mazurian Lakes, tuck into barszcz beetroot soup, or take in some folk music. The DK Eyewitness Guide to Poland covers the must-see sights and the hidden backstreets, so you won't miss a thing.
* Gorgeous, all-new color photography so you can imagine yourself there
* Reasons to love Poland: incredible architecture, breathtaking natural wonders, charming medieval towns, amazing local delicacies - what will yours be?
* See Poland from a different angle - 24 pages of fresh ideas for exploring the country
* A year-long calendar of events in Poland gives a selection of celebrations and festivals for all seasons
* Expert advice covers the practical stuff: get ready, get around and stay safe
* Detailed, color maps help you navigate the country with ease
* Expert tips to make memories that last - where to snap and share the perfect photo, take in stunning views and escape the crowds
* The most authentic places to stay, eat, drink and shop
* Easy-to-follow walks and itineraries cover the whole country, with plenty of eat and drink stops en route
* Hand-drawn illustrations show the inside of the must-see attractions, including Warsaw's Royal Castle, Krakow's Church of St Mary, the Wavel, Poznan Cathedral and Gdansk's Church of St Mary
* Covers Warsaw; Mazovia and the Lublin Region; Krakow; Malopolska (Lesser Poland); Silesia; Wielkopolska (Greater Poland); Gdansk; Pomerania; Warmia, Mazuria and Bialystok Region
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Poland is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you create your own unique trip.
DK Eyewitness: winner of the Top Guidebook Series in the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2017.
Planning a shorter city break? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Krakow.
About DK Eyewitness Travel: For 25 years, DK's beautifully practical Eyewitness guides have been combining inspiring ideas and expert advice with easy-to-read maps and vivid photography to inform and enrich your holiday. This year they have been given a stunning new look that you will love even more. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
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19,90 €
20,95 €
101 nejdůležitějších otázek - Středověk
Středověk - co si pod tím slovem představíme? Staletí tuhého feudalismu, křížových výprav, rytířských soubojů, dvorné lásky? Rozmach klášterů, bazilik, katedrál, hradů? Vítězství křesťanství, rozkol církve, nástup kacířství, vznik univerzit? Vznik evropské vzdělanosti, literatury a umění? Jaká vlastně byla epocha mezi roky 500 až 1500, od zániku antiky až po objev Nového světa? Byl středověk dobou temna nebo harmonie? A co pro nás dnes znamená? To a mnohem více se lze dovědět z této knihy vytvořené na popud studentů. Německá autorka Claudia Märtlová, profesorka dějin středověku na univerzitě v Mnichově, ji napsala podle jejich otázek, které jí kladli a jimiž se chtěli dostat k pochopení historické epochy, v níž se rodila moderní Evropa se svou bohatou vědou a kulturou. Můžeme ji otevřít, kdekoliv chceme, u libovolného tématu, např. práva žen, kdo směl volit, v co věřili kacíři, odkud přišel mor a jaké měl následky, jak se získávala energie, kdy přišly do módy špičaté střevíce, odkud se vědělo, kde roste pepř, jak bylo možné počítat bez kalkulačky, směl se člověk smát.....? Celkem 101 zvídavých otázek, na které přináší tato knížka 101 zajímavých odpovědí, jež popisují a vysvětlují zásadní problémy naší minulosti čtivou formou a současnými argumenty.
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7,00 €
Pocket Porto 2
Lonely Planet: The world’s number one travel guide publisher*
Lonely Planet’s Pocket Porto is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Gaze over the city from the historic hilltop cathedral, experience the wealth of the past in the opulent Palacio da Bolsa and wander with the peacocks in the lush Jardim do Palácio de Cristal – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Porto and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet’s Pocket Porto:
Full-colour maps and images throughout
Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
Free, convenient pull-out map (included in print version), plus over 15 colour neighbourhood maps
User-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time
Covers Ribeira, Aliados, Bolhao, Miragaia, Vila Nova de Gaia, and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Pocket Porto is our colourful, easy to use, handy guide that literally fits in your pocket, providing on-the-go assistance for those seeking the best sights and experiences on a short visit or weekend break.
Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s Portugal guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer.
About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.
‘Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.’ – New York Times
‘Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.’ – Fairfax Media (Australia)
*Source: Nielsen BookScan: Australia, UK, USA, 5/2016-4/2017
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9,95 €
The Ruins of the Reich
A journey into the German Reich, through the eighteen territories memorialised in the Hall of Liberation - from Prussia and Hanover to Bavaria and Austria. And this is a tale not just of buildings, but of people too, whether Swabians or Bohemians, poets or musicians or kings. Via cathedrals and castles, ferries and pleasure cruisers, statues and spas, concentration camps and mausoleums, Geoghegan winds his way up and down the hills and rivers of a modern yet nostalgic landscape. A compelling and vivid exploration of German identity through the traces of the past in the present.
Secret Code
This book presents the mysterious formula that rules art, nature, and science. This book deals with the Divine Proportion, a secret code that rules art, nature, and science. It is known by many names: Golden Mean, Sacred Cut and Phi are only a few; and it is not by chance that the Divine Proportion was given its name. It has been called divine because over thousands of years it has been deemed to be so.The Divine Proportion reveals a number of simple patterns: It is seen in the seed patterns of fruits, the family tree of bees, the pyramids of Egypt, Gothic cathedrals, Renaissance paintings, the human body, shells...the list is endless.Mathematicians use the Greek symbol F to represent the Divine Proportion and equate it to a number that is defined by the ratio (1 + v5) / 2 or 1.6180339...Numbers do little, however, in describing this unique ratio that is found everywhere in nature and for 2500 years has been an aesthetic guide in art and architecture.Beginning with calculations found on clay tablets in ancient Babylon, the story of Divine Proportion can be traced alongside the history of numbers to the fractals of the digital age. As its many forms unfold we uncover the Golden Rectangle in the Parthenon, Golden Spirals in the human inner ear, a Golden Angle in the petal patterns of a rose, and the Fibonacci numbers in lilies, daisies, pineapples, and in our own DNA.With its natural balance and elegant beauty, the Divine Proportion is a perpetual reminder that our hope for regeneration and continuity lies in realizing the meaningful and harmonious relationship of all the parts to the whole.