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My Butterfly Secret: The Butterfly Catchers of Indonesia
Kakak is torn between protecting the precious, secret butterflies his father showed him and selling them to collectors to feed his family.
Eventually, hunger proves to be stronger than the butterflies' magic. What if the village could come together to find a way to save the beauty of the environment and help disadvantaged families survive?
Based on the writer's own experience, My Butterfly Secret tells of the struggle many impoverished children experience, trading precious parts of their home for a full stomach. These families are caught between protecting the nature they love and their own survival. This story offers understanding--and a solution.
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Paul Klee: Other Possible Worlds
A new perspective on renowned twentieth-century artist Paul Klee, revealing his enduring creativity in the face of darkness by foregrounding his lesser-known late work Celebrated for his colorful, fantastical paintings, Paul Klee (1879-1940), a pioneer of modernism and expressionism, is regarded as one of the most influential artists of the twentieth century. Though he is remembered for the chromatic style of his most famous works, Klee's late work reflects a dark and dramatic transformation, providing insight into the artist's psychological landscape. Forced to flee Nazi persecution in 1933, Klee faced final years that were marked by exile, illness, and political upheaval. Paul Klee: Other Possible Worlds takes the unsettling last decade of Klee's life as its subject, arguing that he accepted his vulnerability as a strength--one that enabled him to develop a personal rebuff of fascism through a lexicon of abstraction. With 120 illustrations highlighting works from throughout Klee's career, this catalog traces the evolution of his artistic practice and frames his late work in the context of his oeuvre. Essays by leading scholars and curators reexamine Klee's legacy and the importance of his late masterpieces as an artistic defiance against oppression. Published in association with the Jewish Museum, New York Exhibition Schedule: Jewish Museum, New York
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Man Who Made Plants Write: Essays by Jagadish Chandra Bose
An internationally celebrated poet and critic translates Jagadish Chandra Bose's revolutionary writings on plant sentience and communication
Jagadish Chandra Bose (1858-1937) was a Bengali scientist and polymath who developed a theory of plant communication more than a century ago. Bose suggested that plants had their own vocabulary, an "unvoiced life" that he recorded as a "script" with a crescograph, a device that measured how plants respond to each other and their environments. Inviting readers into the "resounding silence of the green plant kingdom," he described an underlying unity beneath the multiplicity of phenomena, and a world in which "endless music is sung everywhere." Dismissed as idiosyncratic and unscientific when he was alive, Bose provocatively challenged the hierarchy of living beings, which relegated plants to the bottom, and created a mesmerizing body of work on nonhuman intelligence. Through her lyrical translations from Bose's essay collection Abyakta ("The Unsaid"; 1922), Sumana Roy reveals the revolutionary character of his mind, as poetic and philosophical as it was scientific. -
Bug World: Explore the Busy World of Bugs
Embark on an exciting learning adventure into the fascinating world of bugs.
This engaging book is a step up from board books, inviting young fans to explore the lives of insects. Children will pore over eleven brightly illustrated scenes to spot Tiny Buzzy Bee and discover the exciting activities of bugs in their natural habitats.
- Interactive questions encourage playful learning and discussion as you explore each scene.
- Spot Tiny Buzzy Bee who's hidden in every scene.
- Scenes prompt questions and challenge observation skills.
Perfect for developing early learning skills, this book is an ideal addition to homes, schools, and libraries. It's perfect for curious little explorers eager to learn more about the exciting natural world of bugs!
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Celtic Folk and Fairy Tales: Magical Stories of Dragons, Fairies and Selkies from Scotland, Ireland, Wales and More
A sumptuous collection of magical stories retold for children, with breathtaking illustrations of creatures from folklore.
Travel to enchanting Celtic lands where you'll meet shapeshifting selkies, duelling dragons, a terrifying waterhorse, a cheeky changeling, a cunning fairy and a bloodthirsty giant...
In this gorgeously illustrated new collection, award-winning Scottish author and storyteller Lari Don retells classic tales of myth, magic and mischief so they can be enjoyed by children aged six and up. Elise Carmichael's exciting and luminous illustrations bring the rich shared folklore of the Celtic lands - Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Cornwall, The Isle of Man and Brittany - to life.
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Together Treehouse
Sam is heartbroken when his best friend moves away. What will happen to the treehouse they were building together? A sweet book about friendship and big emotions.
When new neighbor Martha tries to make friends, Sam is angry and upset. He misses Milo too much. Then Martha offers to help with the treehouse, and Sam is torn: he knows he can't do it alone.
As Sam and Martha build the treehouse and a friendship, Sam realises there's space in his heart for old and new friends together.
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Perfect Pet: Discovering Your Next Best Friend
From dog and cat breeds to small rodents, birds, reptiles, and fish, this book helps young readers choose their perfect companion--whether furry, feathered, scaly, or finned! The Perfect Pet is an illustrated guide designed to help young readers learn about different pets and find the one that best suits them! Featuring not only the most family-friendly dog and cat breeds, but also small rodents, birds, reptiles, and even aquatic animals from all over the world, this book is full of adorable companions just waiting to be discovered. Each chapter provides practical information, fun facts, and insightful tips to understand the personality and needs of each pet, helping kids choose their next best friend!
- Wide range of pets: Dogs, cats, rodents, birds, reptiles, and fish, all in one accessible guide Educational and practical: Includes clear explanations, fun facts, and basic care tips for each animal Encourages responsibility: Helps children understand what it really means to care for a pet Child-friendly format: Bright illustrations and easy-to-follow content for young readers Perfect for animal lovers: An ideal companion for curious kids dreaming of their first pet!
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Story of Printmaking: A Global History of Art
A vivid history of the evolution of printmaking as a means of creative expression, from prehistory to the present day
The significance of printmaking within the history of art is often underplayed, obscured or misunderstood. This book tells the story of artist prints from across the globe in a manner that is accessible and engaging. It demystifies how prints are made--from woodblock to etching--and explores how, throughout history, printmaking has defied easy categorisation, straddling "fine" art practices and commercially minded production. In fact, it has been employed as much for creative experimentation as it has for disseminating information.
Beginning in ancient East Asia and travelling through Renaissance Europe, revolutionary Mexico, and post-Apartheid South Africa, these ten chapters celebrate the interconnected nature of the printed image and its multiple histories, while illuminating the lesser-known players who have been deliberately or erroneously overlooked. Whether formed by slicing linoleum or plunging plates into acid, then distributed via bound books or pasted posters, the print has not just replicated the world, it has shaped it.
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Once Upon a Pickup Time
Ben is always the last kid left at pickup time, and one day he invents an amazing tale to explain why. An energetic, imaginative story that will strike a chord with busy families.
Ben hates being the only one left at pickup time and it happens every single day. So one afternoon Ben tells his friends why his dad is always last: he's busy ruling over a kingdom full of treasure, snake-monsters, knights and robbers. Now all the children want to stay later at pickup time to hear Ben's amazing tale...
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Future Relic Signed Edition: Failures, Disasters, Detours, and How I Made a Career as an Artist
This signed edition is available only while supplies last. Inspiration is for amateurs. I'm a professional artist: I wake up every day and go to work. This is the mindset that transformed Daniel Arsham from a student scraping by in his Brooklyn studio into one of the most sought-after artists of his generation. In Future Relic, he breaks through the mystique of the art world and shows what it really takes to make it in any creative endeavor. From a childhood in Miami working with his first camera in the wake of Hurricane Andrew's devastation, to formative student years at Cooper Union in New York, to collaborations with Merce Cunningham and Pharrell Williams, to designing for Christian Dior and the Cleveland Cavaliers: Arsham shares the stories that built him and his work to where they are today. This isn't a romanticized memoir, it's a master class-a brutally honest and practical handbook for anyone pursuing an artistic career. As we follow his path through the highs and the lows, the breakthroughs and the rejections, we also learn the art of the grind: how to get a gallery, why you need a great lawyer, how to run a creative business, and why surrounding yourself with ambitious, successful people is non-negotiable. Inside, you'll discover:
- How to land gallery representation without connections or an MFA
- The business fundamentals that turned a studio practice into a global brand
- Negotiation tactics for licensing deals and brand partnerships worth millions
- Financial frameworks for scaling from solo artist to studio team of 20+
- The rejection-to-opportunity system that turned every "no" into career fuel
- Behind-the-scenes breakdowns of projects with Dior Men's, Pokémon × Uniqlo, and Porsche
Sustainable creative success isn't about waiting for lightning to strike. It's about showing up, doing the work, and never giving up on your vision.Sold out -
Ultimate Encyclopedia of Fabrics & Unconventional Materials: Sew with 100+ Materials from Tricky to Tame
Sew like a pro with any fabric or material! Discover how the right fabric, from the ordinary to the intricate, can transform any project! The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Fabrics & Unconventional Materials provides the essential information to cut, pin, sew, and finish a wide range of difficult materials with confidence. Learn how to successfully transfer patterns, prevent fabric mishaps, and master techniques that suit each fabric's needs. Explore slippery layers or bulky textures through practical, step-by-step guidance and expert tips. Plus, explore alternative methods, like fabric-friendly adhesives, when traditional stitching won't cut it. With this resource, even the most challenging materials become manageable and fun to work with!-
Conquer 100+ fabrics with ease and bring creative visions to life in cosplay, bags, garment making, and more
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Ideal for anyone working with a new fabric or unusual textiles that demand expert handling
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Perfect for specialty fabrics and accessories, master silks, faux leathers, and more with confidence!
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Mamá, ¿Por Qué Me Porto Mal? / Mom, Why Do I Misbehave?
Un magnífico álbum ilustrado para toda la familia de la mano de la psicóloga Diana Jiménez.
Conoce tu cerebro, ¡y entiende tus emociones! A veces, Vega está muy tranquila, otras veces se pone muy nerviosa y en ocasiones reacciona sin pensar. ¿Y eso por qué será? ¡Todo está en el cerebro! Nuestro cerebro tiene diferentes partes, y cada una es como un animal: hay el cerebro de tortuga, el de mono... ¡y el de cocodrilo! *Un cuento fundamental para gestionar las emociones entendiendo cómo funciona el cerebro escrito por Diana Jiménez, la autora de referencia en disciplina positiva. *A través de coloridas ilustraciones y divertidos personajes, los más pequeños aprenderán a identificar qué están sintiendo y por qué. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION A magnificent picture book for the whole family by psychologist Diana Jiménez. Get to know your brain--and understand your emotions! Sometimes, Vega feels very calm and at peace. Other times, she gets really anxious and nervous, and sometimes she reacts without thinking. But why does that happen? It's all in the brain! Our brain has different parts, and each one is like an animal: there's the turtle brain, the monkey brain... and the crocodile brain! *A must-read story to learn how to manage our emotions by understanding how the brain works, written by Diana Jiménez, a leading voice in positive discipline. *Through colorful illustrations and fun characters, little ones will learn to identify what they're feeling--and why. -
Doorways of Chicago
Doorways of Chicago offers a new and colorful photographic tour of one of the world's most exciting cities.With more than 100 photographs of Chicago's most iconic and unique doorways from Ronnie Frey, creator of the popular Instagram account of the same name, Doorways of Chicago presents an entirely new way to explore the city. With a keen eye for detail and a deep love for Chicago's layered architectural history, Ronnie sees the city differently, and his photos highlight more than just doors and buildings--he captures atmosphere, memory, and soul. His photographs feature doorways, cornices, arches, and façades--details many overlook.
Including images from more than 40 distinct neighborhoods, including Bronzeville, Uptown, Lincoln Park, and Gold Coast, as well as stories about ten of the most iconic doorways, Doorways of Chicago offers a unique way to see the city that will inspire readers to appreciate the beauty that is around every corner, in every doorway.
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Birds of Santa Cruz
A colorfully realized guide to the birds of Santa Cruz.
This charming, full-color guide to the birds of Santa Cruz is infused with California coastal soul and the quiet fierceness of love one can only derive from ardent attention. Author-illustrator Sophie Wood Brinker profiles 25 species you're likely to spot hopping the sands or soaring overhead in Surf City, and shares what we can learn not only about them but from them. From the collective organizing of the Brown Pelican, to the community protection of the California Quail, to the Band-Tailed Pigeon flock that Wood Brinker likens to a mutual aid cooperative, these birds have stories to tell.
Vivid hand-painted portraits accompanied by identification and song notes help everyone get to know their avian neighbors, with descriptions of each species that invoke reflections from Diane di Prima, Mary Oliver, and dreamers of all stripes. A joy to read and pore over, Birds of Santa Cruz shimmers with poetic sensibility and a conservationist ethos. Wood Brinker's findings, gleaned from patient observation, will enchant readers far beyond the city limits.
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Glass Half Full: How Optimism and Humor Landed Me the Best Job in the World
A lively collection of humorous tales from a comedian's unconventional journey to becoming a globetrotting professional drinker Fueled by curiosity--and occasionally one too many drinks--Zane Lamprey has raised glasses with people around the world, meeting them where they are most themselves--their local watering holes. In Glass Half Full, Zane takes readers back to his roots, delving into his childhood, his leap of faith moving to Hollywood, and the independent projects he hustled to create. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how he ultimately broke new ground in the travel show space with his Three Sheets and Drinking Made Easy and become inspired to drink up all the world has to offer. Brimming with Zane's trademark charisma and optimism, Glass Half Full explores the highs and lows of navigating the entertainment industry and his unconventional path to success. It's a celebration of taking risks, pushing boundaries, and refusing to give up, offering a relatable yet insightful reflection on perseverance and the magic of unexpected opportunities. Zane's story is one of creativity, fearlessness, and a deep love for forging human connections--often over a shared drink. With countless ups and downs, Glass Half Full is a toast to perseverance, luck, and embracing the endless possibilities life has to offer. -
Stories of Our Lives: Awakened Living Through Sacred Mythology
Weaving the wisdom of ancient Hindu tales with contemporary analysis and guided meditations, Stories of Our Lives illustrates how these age-old stories teach universal lessons and insights for understanding ourselves today. Passed down for generations, India's puranas consist of ancient tales and epics filled with rich symbolism, beloved characters and deities, and sage lessons for understanding the world. Stories of Our Lives presents a retelling of eight classic tales, along with a detailed analysis of their symbolism and contemporary significance, reflection questions for contemplation, guided meditations, mudras, and mantras. Whether you are a devoted student of the puranas or this is your first introduction to them, you will find something to identify with in these engaging, wisdom-filled stories. TIME-HONORED CLASSICS: Stories of Our Lives includes classic Hindu epics such as the stories of Lakshmi, Durga, Hanuman, and other gods and goddesses. Told with engrossing, eloquent prose, author Janet Stone breathes new life into these time-honored tales EXPERIENCED AUTHOR: A dedicated student of yoga since first traveling to India, the birthplace of her grandfather, Janet Stone has more than 30 years' experience studying Hinduism and more than 20 years' experience as a Vinyasa and Bhakti yoga teacher ANALYSIS & GUIDED MEDITATIONS: Accompanying each tale is an in-depth analysis of the story's major themes and symbols and its contemporary significance. Additionally, to further apply the wisdom of the stories in your own life and spiritual practice, each story includes reflection questions and exercises, guided meditations and movement practices, mudras, and mantras DEEPEN YOUR YOGA PRACTICE: The wisdom and spiritual teachings found within the puranas are inextricably linked to the practice of yoga. Stories of Our Lives provides an opportunity for the beginner yogi to deepen their knowledge of yogic tradition and enhance their practice in the processSold out