In Japan, modern sewer systems began to appear during the late 19th century, though evidence of sewage systems in the country dates back to over 2, 000 years ago. Foreign engineers introduced the Japanese to modern, underground sewer systems with above ground access points called manhoru (manholes). At that time, manhole covers utilized the geometric designs similar to those used in other countries. In the 1980s, communities outside of Japans major cities were slated to receive new sewer systems these public works projects were met with resistance. One dedicated bureaucrat solved the problem by devising a way to make these mostly invisible systems aesthetically appreciated aboveground: customized manhole covers. Because the Japanese raise design in all aspects of life to a new level, this idea was welcomed, & even though custom manhole covers cost more than generic ones, today nearly 95 percent of the 1, 780 municipalities in Japan sport their very own specially designed manhole covers. Designs range from images that evoke a regions cultural identity, from flora & fauna to landmarks & local festivals to fanciful images dreamed up by school children. In Kyoto, a turtle adorns the citys manhole covers, signifying wisdom & longevity. Unsurprisingly, this phenomenon has bred another phenomenon: manhoru mania. A rabid
- online community, based in Japan & abroad, has developed around these pieces of city sanctioned urban art. Several blogs & websites dedicated these manhole covers provide details about locations & designs. With numerous colorful photographs organized by region, Drainspotting is the first book to document yet another wholly distinct aspect of contemporary Japanese visual culture.
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This is the first book-length study of the relationship between early modern drama & sacramental ritual & theology. It examines dramatic forms, such as morality plays. Offering new insights into the religious practices on which early modern subjectivi ...

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Books Picture Books Suzy the cat is always getting into trouble much to the annoyance of her family.  She can never do anything right! So Suzy decides to teach her family a lesson & make them realise just how much they love her. Product Information:  •†ISBN:† 9781839134135 •†Author: Tony Ross •†Publisher:†  Andersen Press •†Format:†  Paperback •†Pages:† 32 •†Dimensions:†24.74 x 0.71 x 28.73 cm ...

Enjoy hours of fun wherever you are with this fantastic Draughts Travel Edition set.


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Follow step-by-step guides to draw vroom-ing vehicles. Draw amazing 3D vehicles with special paper & 3D glasses. 60 activities & puzzles to complete & games to play! Be a mini mechanic with cool vehicle ideas to design & build. Doodle & draw on 24 wipe-clean pages with wipe-clean pen. Get creative with cool colouring & 5 stencil sheets. ...

Books Art Books Learn to draw 100 of your favourite animals in 6 easy steps, starting with simple shapes. For all ages. looking for inspiration from a range of diverse habitats including rainforests, mountains, polar regions or the African savannah, you're bound to discover an animal in this book that you will find irresistible – & you will just want to pick up your pencil & start drawing!   Product Information:  •†ISBN:† 9781800920354 •†Author: Susie Hodge & Jonathan Newey  •†Publisher:†  Search Press •†Format:†  Paperback •†Pages:† 112 •†Dimensions:† 8.56 x 0.47 x 11.5 cm ...

Learn to draw 100 extraordinary dragons in 6 easy steps, starting with simple shapes. For all ages. Enter the dragon's den & draw every scale! From fire-breathing monsters to majestic sea serpents, Paul Bryn Davies' boundless imagination will inspire you to draw like you never have before. Start off simple with playful hatchlings & soon you'll be illustrating battling giants & gnarled wyverns. With 100 drawings to choose from, the possibilities (and dragons) are endless. Every page is broken down into a handful of simple stages that lead you effortlessly through to the finished drawing. There are no written instructions to follow – just basic shapes & pencil strokes. Even if you’ve never drawn anything before, you will be amazed at how quickly you will achieve incredibly impressive drawings. Every project also shows two finished examples of the animal – one shaded with pencil & the other with colour.   Product Information:  •†ISBN:† 9781800920903 •†Author: Paul Bryn Davies... ...

Learn to draw 100 of your favourite blooms in 6 easy steps, starting with simple shapes. For all ages. Learn how to draw 100 beautiful blooms! From wandering wild flowers like daisies & tulips, & garden treasures such as crocuses & gerberas to the exotic Birds of Paradise, irises & magnolias, there is a whole host of blossoms to choose from. The process for sketching each flower is broken down into 8 easy steps: by drawing a few simple shapes a stage at a time, you can create a gorgeous, realistic bloom in very little time. There are also two shaded-in versions of each flower, one in pencil & the other in paint, to offer you inspiration for adding the final touches to your own drawn flower. This is the perfect book for budding artists of all ages yearning to draw their favourite posies, or the experienced artist looking for a variety of subjects to inspire. Product Information:  •†ISBN:† 9781800920255 •†Author: Janet Whittle & Penny Brown  •†Publisher:†  Search Press •†For... ...

Suitable for children aged 5 to 11 years old, this title shows readers how to draw an array of frightening characters, including werewolves, zombies & warlocks & also features well-known characters such as Darth Vader, the Hunchback of Notre Dame, Frankenstein's monster, the Phantom of the Opera & many others. ...