Traces the development of individual ballistic protection from the multi-layer silk garments & metal plates used during World War One & through to the Korean War & Vietnam, to the advanced armour used in Iraq & Afghanistan. This work illustrates t ...

From Leighton to Lucas, this magnificent survey explores sculptures in Britain over the last 130 years. Considering the way in which sculpture mediates issues of national identity & how Britain's links with its Empire have shaped its artistic output, the book also highlights the dialogues between British & international sculpture. The importance of the country's landscape as a location & medium is examined, as is the perennial choice faced by the sculptor between figuration & abstraction. Sculpture has changed dramatically in the last century. Traditional materials have given way to expanded practices & the de-materialisation of the art object altogether. With incisive essays by a number of leading authorities, & including previously unpublished archive material & new bibliographic sources, this compelling book documents these seismic shifts. ...

China today is never out of the news: from human rights controversies & the continued legacy of Tiananmen Square, to global coverage of the Beijing Olympics, & the Chinese 'economic miracle'. This Very Short Introduction provides an accessible guide ...

The 50 stories in this contemporary collection of school stories all have a Christian theme making them ideal for schools wishing to ensure that their collective worship is, in the main, Christian. Sunday school teachers will also find them invaluable. Here are just some of the characters you will meet: Billy loses his trunks whilst swimming at school
- how embarrassing! What will he do? Listen to his hilarious story; David is missing his best friend, who has left school. Then he meets Arthur, the new boy. Arthur is different. He is autistic: he can't speak. How can David make friends with him?; Pete is fascinated with fire but one day goes too far & sets fire to his school. What will his headteacher & parents say?; Joanne is excited when she is chosen to be head girl. Then she receives a poison pen letter from a jealous classmate. How will she cope with her disappointment?; Mr Baker has an idea for a class assembly with a difference. He asks his class to bring their pets into school. Then things start to go wrong with consequences he could not have foreseen. Teacher's notes make it easy to make the most of each story, providing information on the background, story & theme, as well as a brief summary of what Christians believe & a short prayer related to the story. The book contains a foreword by Canon Martin O' Connor
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A fantastic Metal Cutting Die set that is in the design of " Modern Christmas Sentiments"
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Crochet your own shawls, wraps, capelets & throws from this collection of stylish patterns!




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Details: Die cast metal modern car at a 1:87 scale. Simply put the plastic key in the back of the car, press the button
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It's all about the jewelry, dah-ling! Designer Fernando Dasilva puts the spotlight on high fashion with necklaces, bracelets & earrings that exude elegance & radiate haute couture. Drawing inspiration from vibrant color palettes, 80s art deco & fashion-forward findings, these pieces won't just enhance your wardrobe ...

Anna's clear teaching will give you confidence in painting beautiful watercolour flowers in a modern twist on the botanical style, From complete beginners to more experienced watercolourists, this book offers in-depth instruction on drawing & painting, plus dozens of inspirational floral artworks. ...

Drawing on research on the history of Ireland since 1800, this book challenges some of the assumptions which underpin this research. It explores the ' Irish Question' & argues that there were in fact many Irish Questions articulated & assessed accordin ...