Автор: Fortey Richard Название: Horseshoe Crabs and Velvet Worms: The Story of the Animals and Plants That Time Has Left Behind ISBN: 0307275531 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780307275530 Издательство: Random House (USA) Цена: 11010.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: From one of the world's leading natural scientists and the acclaimed author of Trilobite , Life: A Natural History of Four Billion Years of Life on Earth and Dry Storeroom No. 1 comes a fascinating chronicle of life's history told not through the fossil record but through the stories of organisms that have survived, almost unchanged, throughout time. Evolution, it seems, has not completely obliterated its tracks as more advanced organisms have evolved; the history of life on earth is far older--and odder--than many of us realize. Scattered across the globe, these remarkable plants and animals continue to mark seminal events in geological time. From a moonlit beach in Delaware, where the hardy horseshoe crab shuffles its way to a frenzy of mass mating just as it did 450 million years ago, to the dense rainforests of New Zealand, where the elusive, unprepossessing velvet worm has burrowed deep into rotting timber since before the breakup of the ancient supercontinent, to a stretch of Australian coastline with stromatolite formations that bear witness to the Precambrian dawn, the existence of these survivors offers us a tantalizing glimpse of pivotal points in evolutionary history. These are not "living fossils" but rather a handful of tenacious creatures of days long gone. Written in buoyant, sparkling prose, Horseshoe Crabs and Velvet Worms is a marvelously captivating exploration of the world's old-timers combining the very best of science writing with an explorer's sense of adventure and wonder.
Автор: Landry Wendy Название: Velvet on My Mind, Velvet on My Loom: Velvet Weaving Past & Present ISBN: 0764359347 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764359347 Издательство: Schiffer Рейтинг: Цена: 77430.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: For over one thousand years, velvet textiles were woven by hand with great ingenuity and artistry. This book recounts a transcontinental story of their development into one of the most beautiful, luxurious, and economically important products of the medieval and Renaissance periods, in constant demand at courts throughout Europe and Asia. Velvet expert Landry offers a consistent theory of the origin and spread of this weaving technique and the technological innovations that accompanied it. She draws from her lengthy personal expertise as a practicing weaver and scholar, examining, analyzing, and engaging in the techniques and technologies in order to excavate the intrinsic ideas and knowledge embedded in the craft of velvet weaving. The instructions feature techniques and equipment accessible to ordinary handweavers and introduce ways to attain complex results without complex equipment. This will be a valuable resource for weavers, textile scholars, and curators for years to come.
Автор: Sorum Matt, Eriksson Leif, Svensson Martin Название: Double Talkin` Jive: True Rock `n` Roll Stories from the Drummer of Guns N` Roses, the Cult, and Velvet Revolver ISBN: 164160154X ISBN-13(EAN): 9781641601542 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 26660.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: Cocaine smuggling, shoot-outs, and never-ending decadent parties: Matt Sorum's Double Talkin' Jive could almost be described as the autobiographical equivalent of the film Blow. But rather than becoming a premier drug smugglers, Matt Sorum becomes a world-famous drummer in Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver, and the Cult. Sorum dropped out of high school to become a drummer, but turned to selling pot to support himself, and later smuggling large quantities of cocaine. When Sorum was given the chance to play in the Cult, he was finally able to make a living as a drummer. The very next year Slash and Duff Mckagan recruit Matt to join Guns N' Roses, and with that, Matt's life is transformed. When Axl starts turning up at the recording studio more and more sporadically, sometimes not at all, Matt recounts in keen detail how he and the band stagger toward their downfall. Matt and his Guns N' Roses band mates form Velvet Revolver with Dave Kushner. When singer Scott Weiland suddenly leaves the band, Matt steps in as drummer for Mot rhead during their US tour, and then starts his own all-star band, Kings of Chaos. During his time as a professional drummer, Matt battles alcohol and coke addictions, but meeting his girlfriend, Ace Harper, helps him manage to go clean. Matt Sorum's autobiography, written with writer duo Leif Eriksson and Martin Svensson, avoids all the usual rock biography clich s.
Автор: Litwin Suzanne Reisler Название: The Black Velvet Jacket ISBN: 1939288436 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781939288431 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 11020.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Steeds meer mensen ondervinden dat projectmanagement in een transitie terecht is gekomen. Van oudsher bekende en op zichzelf goede methoden en technieken zijn tegen hun grenzen aangelopen. Nieuwe inzichten en aanpakken winnen terrein. Geen wonder dat ook de inhoud en het nut van bestaande instituties op het gebied van projectmanagement, zoals vak- en certificeringsorganisaties meer en meer ter discussie worden gesteld. Ervaren projectmanagers beschouwen de uitgedijde methoden en technieken en de strakke certificeringen steeds meer als een keurslijf in plaats van als nuttige hulpmiddelen.Niet alleen projectmanagers hebben er last van. Ook lijnmanagers van grote organisaties kampen met het probleem. Velen zien om zich heen dat projecten niet naar wens verlopen, terwijl medewerkers toch volgens de voorgeschreven opgelegde procedures lijken te handelen. Het is alsof managers en medewerkers hun gezonde verstand thuislaten en procedures laten regeren over hun professionele handelen zonder oog te hebben voor de gevolgen ervan. Daarnaast zien we dat in de praktijk nieuwe aanpakken gretig worden omarmd als de heilige graal, zonder rekening te houden met de enorme omslag die dat betekent, niet alleen voor de directbetrokkenen maar zelfs voor de hele organisatie. Het risico is niet denkbeeldig dat de introductie van de nieuwe aanpak het werken in projecten verder bemoeilijkt en dat we zo het kind met het badwater weggooien.Transitie van projectmanagement betekent ook transitie voor de projectmanager. Daarom vonden we het hoog tijd een boek te schrijven voor deze projectmanager in transitie dat een nieuwe richting voor het vak aangeeft. In dit boek verkennen of beschrijven we een aantal belangrijke aspecten van die transitie. Zes auteurs hebben ieder een of meer hoofdstukken voor hun rekening genomen.Het eerste hoofdstuk analyseert de oorsprong van de begrippen `project` en `projectmanagement` en maakt duidelijk dat de huidige visies op het vak een doodlopende weg in dreigen te slaan. Het vervolghoofdstuk brengt een aantal stromingen in de projectmanagementwereld tot anno 2017 in beeld en slaat een brug tussen de projecten en organisaties.Hoofdstuk 3 stelt dat projectmanagementmethoden en projectmanagers ten onrechte zo veel mogelijk emoties en irrationaliteit negeren. We kunnen maar beter onder ogen zien dat ze een onlosmakelijk aspect zijn van ieder project en leren daarmee om te gaan.Een apart hoofdstuk wordt gewijd aan wicked vraagstukken, een type opgave dat kenmerken van volstrekte onvoorspelbaarheid vertoont en toch aan de orde van dag is. De bestaande projectmanagementmethoden bieden hierbij weinig houvast. Maar welke aanpak werkt dan wel?In het hoofdstuk over competenties en competentieontwikkeling staat de competentie-ontwikkeling van de projectmanager, zijn waarden en drijfveren centraal. Wat zijn competenties, competentie-frameworks en welke zijn belangrijk voor mij als projectmanager? Hoe kan de projectmanager de steeds belangrijker wordende gedragscompetenties ontwikkelen? In hoeverre kan de veel gebruikte ICB 4 van IPMA daarbij helpen?In het laatste hoofdstuk wordt een aantal scenario`s beschreven voor de mogelijke ontwikkeling van de professie, gebaseerd op een aantal trends. De trends zijn door de auteurs van dit boek geselecteerd mede op basis van soms verrassende gezichtspunten van ervaren collega`s uit het veld.Door het boek heen staan inspirerende verhalen die zijn opgetekend uit de mond van projectmanagers die op zeer verschillende terreinen succesvolle projecten hebben uitgevoerd. Zowel een feest van herkenning als een bron van nieuwe inzichten.
Автор: Cunningham John William Название: A World Without Souls, and the Velvet Cushion, Volumes 1-2 ISBN: 1340980495 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781340980498 Издательство: Неизвестно Цена: 42850.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.
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Название: Velvet underground experience ISBN: 1732056137 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781732056138 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 55170.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание:
Hardcover, 216 pages 8.5 11 in. 21.59 27.94 cm
At the heart of 1960s avant-garde New York was the convergence of Lou Reed, John Cale, Sterling Morrison, and Moe Tucker, heralding an unprecedented musical revolution. The Velvet Underground was a unique group for its time, fueled by the visual arts, poetry, and stage performance, as much by ideas of sexual transgression and the subversion of social norms.
Compiled from archival ephemera, unpublished photographs, films, album covers, posters, fanzines, letters, testimonies, and poems, this monograph gathers anew the Velvet Underground Experience exhibition that opened in Paris in 2016 for a US audience, recreating the sound, visual, and emotional experiences of the underground scenes in New York, where extravagances were always allowed.
This updated monograph explores the genesis and history of a group that, despite its colorful collaboration with Andy Warhol, was overlooked by success during its brief existence (1965-1970). Too radical, too transgressive, and too uninhibited for their time, the Velvet Underground has become a cultural phenomenon over the decades, one that continues to fascinate audiences around the world.
Editorial coordination: Christian Fevret and Carole Mirabello Editors: JC Gabel and Margot Ross Design: Change is Good, Paris
Автор: Walters Lily Mae Название: Josie James and the Velvet Knife ISBN: 1681601990 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781681601991 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 17460.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание:
"For you to find the Velvet Knife, you must solve the riddles thrice." A mysterious hooded figure, known only as the Velvet Knife has appeared in the cursed village of Suncroft. No one knows who he is or what he wants but when he starts leaving riddles around the village, it is time for Josie to return to Suncroft for a second time.
With Asher, her faithful husky Protector by her side, Filan, a half elf, and her great grandad, will they be able to solve the clues in time and discover his identity? The Velvet Knife is not the only one causing problems for Josie. Her rival for the position of the 'Chosen One' continues to grow stronger, and now he has a Protector of his own.
What does all this mean for Josie? Is she destined to lift the wintery curse of Suncroft or will another take her place as the 'Chosen One'?
Автор: Newman Kim Название: Beasts in Velvet ISBN: 1784968943 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781784968946 Издательство: HarperCollins UK Рейтинг: Цена: 7910.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: A classic vampire tale set in the Old World of Warhammer Fantasy.
Автор: Cox Velvet Название: Me and My Stepbrother ISBN: 1715716477 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781715716479 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 8270.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Following her trip with her stepdad, Chrissy finally has the chance to relax and take it easy. However her stepbrother comes home and tells her of a party. Chrissy's initially reluctant but, as she says, 'you only live once'. This is no ordinary party however, and it soon ends in debauchery.
Автор: Cox Velvet Название: Girls` Night In ISBN: 1715722094 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781715722098 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 8730.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Daddy and brother are away, so it's a girls' night in with Mommy and Marie. Time to chat, and have some girly time. Then there's a surprise for Chrissy, one she'll love for a long time.
Автор: Cox Velvet Название: A New Mom for the Boys ISBN: 1715740696 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781715740696 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 8730.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Analyn Stone is a new young mom, working as a hooker in Clark, Angeles City, Philippines. Working all the hours to support her family... but she loves it. When Johnny comes into her life, everything changes.
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