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Based on a series of lectures developed by noted furniture designer Richard Schultz, this brief, striking book lays out his design manifesto both challenging and adding to Louis Sullivan's credo "form follows function." From African stools carved from a single log to advanced techniques of laminating wood; from simple twisted wire chairs to complex wire furniture bending in three axes; and from basic stonework to iconic post-and-beam structures, the art of design evolves along with the available materials and techniques. Combining Zen wisdom, examples of classic furniture, and a lifetime of experience as a designer, Schultz explores how technology both limits and fosters innovative design. It is the author's hope that this book will encourage students, designers, and others to think about new materials and techniques so that they, too, will create iconic designs.

Originally published as OaU se cahce mon doudou? AEditions de L'Elan vert, 2016.

Originally published as Oau se cache mon robot? by Editions de L'Elan vert,A 201

Consummate wiseguy, documentarian of working people, and "vaguely anonymous human" Dont Fret is one of Chicago's most visible street artists, best known for his wheat-pasted characters and snarky musings that populate city streets worldwide. Simultaneously sardonic, biting, and fond, the bluntness of his figures and texts--often "belonging" to the neighborhood they inhabit--skewers the obvious and reflects the normalized-until-numbed issues of the city back at the passerby experiencing them firsthand. While his work has stretched from São Paulo to Helsinki, he remains a true Wicker Park native, digging into the character(s) of Chicago--the stew of down-and-out and up-and-up, the meatpackers, the artists, the street-wise, and the stupid. The first comprehensive survey of Dont Fret's work/life thus far, this monograph showcases a decade of his street and gallery work and features memories and anecdotes from fellow artists and friends, as well as a foreword by writer and Brooklyn Street Art co-founder Steven P. Harrington.

"John C. Woods, the US Army's hangman during World War II, is known for his role executing ten senior Nazis in 1946. For the first time, learn about Woods's early life in Kansas and his dishonorable discharge before World War II. Discover how volunteering as a military executioner would lead Woods to his career as a hangman. Award-winning author Colonel French MacLean separates fact from fiction of the enigmatic executioner, whose botched executions and mysterious death by electrocution have left him shrouded in mystery and infamy." --

Tattoo artists invite you into their personal kitchens in this intimate cookbook full of their favorite home recipes!

15 one-of-a-kind houses attuned to Australia's diverse climates, topography, and raw beauty!

"The perfect mix of trendy and handy, these 50 designs for useful and stylish little bags and pouches use small pieces of fabric, bringing your stash's power to new heights. The eye-catching and creative designs offer structures, shapes, and effects you've never sewn before, applied to multicompartment wallets and clutches, first-aid pouches, and bags for elegantly toting phones, eyeglasses, snacks, and small treasures. There are dozens of simpler projects that can be completed within an hour, and all projects are achievable thanks to thorough instructions that use step-by-step photos, patterns, and clear diagrams. These 50 designs provide an endless source of ways to express your own creative preferences, and to use and enjoy your fabric scraps. Some have pockets, some have ingenious closures, some are shaped like birds or rabbits, and all burst with unique style for you to personalize. Also teaches handy techniques like working with zippers, metal clasps, flex frames, and more."--Publisher's website.

People still make pottery by hand. Why not just buy your plates at a megastore? The answers are important, as these vivid, intense, and amusing voices explain.

25 projects help paper artists create amazing effects by using tessellations, tangle forms, flexagons, and even black light

This book explores the relationship between Cubans and their doggy companions!

This book explores the relationship between Cubans and their feline companions!

Sophia's hammer has gone missing, but dapper detectives Fox and Goat are on the trail. Includes pictures of the clues they followed.

Today's renewed interest in our basic rights has become part of popular culture and breaking news, and this colorful new way to approach human rights answers the demand for new perspectives on the issues. From the Mexican border to the #MeToo movement, 65 images made in fabric combine with personal stories and history to keep top of mind.

"The true story of the invention, disasters, and adventures of the first bathysphere--a small, cramped, bare-bones spherical deep-sea submersible that set the world record for deepest dive in 1934."--Provided by publisher.

Vampire . . . the word immediately conjures up bloodstained fangs, an aversion to sunlight, bats, garlic, and wooden stakes. These undead immortals have haunted our favorite books, television shows, and movies for decades. This exploration of a seemingly supernatural topic delves into past traditions around the world and how those traditions have affected our pop-culture modern-day monster. Explore belief systems as well as origins of various notions we all seem to have about vampires, and unearth the bloody dirt about this mystical creature. Discover differences and similarities between the realm of folklore and what modern media has taught us. Did villagers really use wooden stakes, garlic, and mirrors? What about vampires turning into bats or hypnotizing victims? Did they really cause disease, turn into dogs, and sleep in coffins? Topics are arranged by trait so that the reader can consider each characteristic before believing or dismissing it. So . . . if you're ready, let's hunt some vampires.

Lively and colorful full-page fabric "portraits" bring 182 endangered species to real, vibrant life. Dedicated and passionate rescuers, scientists, conservationists, and more share fascinating facts about the species, why they are at risk, their roles in protecting them, and how we can all help.

Includes photographs by Leo Aarons and 32 others.

People have been under the spell of the mysterious and elegant nature of the cat for thousands of years. They are one of our oldest animal companions and have been much-loved family members in households around the globe for generations. But have you ever felt that despite your good intentions and love, there are some things about your cat you don't quite understand? Do you sometimes feel like it might be trying to tell you something? That you could make them even happier than they already are? This book will change everything you once thought you knew about cats. You can use its many tips and insights to optimize your relationship with your cat. In this book, you will be taken on an intimate journey through the world of the domestic cat, covering all their natural instincts and mysterious behaviors. The tips and tricks are the outcome of hundreds of behavioral consultations. Your relationship with your cat will never be the same.

An atmospheric entree into Long Island's country houses from the 17th to the 20th centuries!

"Collects Runyon's dramatic and entertaining dispatches from WWI along with his war-themed poetry."

A comprehensive look at cutting-edge homes designed to resist the forces of earth, wind, fire, and water!

Originally published as Le loup ne viendra pas by L'Elan vert, Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, France A 2017.

The metalworking traditions of Korea, with beginnings in the 3rd century, are legendary in the art world, and this.

A ten-year-old girl who loves science discovers the wonderful world of honey bees and their importance in nature.

Paranormal researcher and host of Behind the Paranormal, Paul Eno examines some of his most controversial cases and encounters

The age of the metrosexual is over. Dead and buried. In places as diverse as Seattle, Los Angeles, Austin, Richmond, Miami, and Charleston, modern American men are ushering in a new golden age of hirsute pursuits. Denouncing the baby-smooth standard that society has set, men from around the world are reembracing their face in its most natural state. A select group of these well-whiskered men and their faithful Whiskerinas have taken this dedication a step further through the formation of their very own competitive community. Backed by the jackpot of good genetics and a well-oiled care routine, this group of grooming enthusiasts competes all over the world in hopes of recognition in the art of pogonotrophy. Step inside this whimsical, wild, and often-misunderstood world of competitive bearding through the lens of David Sacks. Comb through his collection of over 200 portraits and see for yourself how beautifully weird the beard can be. -- Back cover.