Ugliness: A Cultural History, Paperback - Gretchen E. Henderson

Ugly as sin, the ugly duckling--or maybe you fell out of the ugly tree? Let's face it, we've all used the word "ugly" to describe someone we've see...

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This book offers a historically rich and nuanced introduction to the concept of sustainability that could not be of more pressing importance for th...

A cultural history of the Scottish HighlandsPublisher: Signal Books LtdAuthor(s): Andrew BeattieNumber of pages: 256Publication date: 2014Dimension...

Kyoto, the ancient former capital of Japan, breathes history and mystery. Its temples, gardens and palaces are testimony to many centuries of arist...

Reducere. "The ordinary tortilla was an extraordinary bond between the human and divine. . . . From birthdays to religious ceremonies, the people of Mesoamer...

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DescriptionPerched above the confluence of two great rivers, the Sava and Danube, Belgrade has been home to many civilizations: Celts, Romans, Byza...

Reducere. Here is the vibrant, colorful, high-stepping story of tap -- the first comprehensive, fully documented history of a uniquely American art form, exp...

Reducere. Essayist and biographer Alan Jacobs introduces us to the world of original sin, which he describes as not only a profound idea but a necessary one....

Reducere. DescriptionThere is no more compelling nor more spiritual city than New Orleans. The city's Roman Catholic roots and its blended French, Spanish, C...

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Publisher: Manchester University PressAuthor(s): Andrew SmithNumber of pages: 216Publication date: 2012Dimensions: 232 x 162 x 12Cover type: Paperb...

A history of the twentieth century through those British and American people who experienced the fears of their time - by Wolfson History Prize-win...

Reducere. The fifth edition of this indispensable history of photography spans the history of the medium, from its early development to current practice, and...

Reducere. Although Illinois saw no dramatic witch trials, witchcraft has been a part of Illinois history and culture from French exploration to the present d...

A new history of self-portraiture, and the artworks that offer the deepest insights into an artist's personal, psychological and creative world. No...

Reducere. DescriptionFrance's performance in the 2002 World Cup brought back painful memories of a time when France was a weak contender in world and Europea...

Polish Electronic Music 1970-2020 offers a cultural history of popular Polish electronic music, from its beginning in the late 1960/early 1970s til...

A fresh look at American icon Johnny "Appleseed" Chapman and the story of the apple. Johnny Appleseed and the American Orchard illuminates the mean...

First full-length study of the notion and concept of old age in early medieval England.Publisher: Boydell & Brewer LtdAuthor(s): Thijs PorckIllustr...

DescriptionA major new edition of this much studied play offering the standard, depth and range associated with all Arden editions. The on-page com...

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DescriptionNow in paperback, this is a new cultural history of the ghost--one of the most popular and pervasive subjects worldwide. Spanning from t...

Description@doctorfusionbebop: Some 17 y. o. chick named Dee Guerrera was just sent to Alcatraz 2.0 for killing her stepsister. So, how long do you...

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Reducere. From Possess author Gretchen McNeil comes this teen horror novel inspired by Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None. Perfect for fans of Christ...

The groundbreaking book from the bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before reveals how asking one simple question - how do...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. Internationally bestselling author Gretchen Rubin has helped millions of readers get happier. Here she tackles the c...

Engaging, accessible, and filled with practical communication advice, Let's Talk Vaccines helps you educate patients on the importance of life-savi...

Social media powerhouse and New York Times bestselling author of THE HAPPINESS PROJECT, Gretchen Rubin turns her attention homewards - an entertain...

Reducere. This story is about a young girl named Della Rae who is very curious about the lady who lives across the street. She takes the bus in the morning a...

These verbal self-portraits peer into the hearts of revered sci-fi films such as Alien, The Matrix, Blade Runner, and Avatar, creating kinship with...