firefly books september 2007 (8 risultati)

Trade Paperback. Condizione: Very Good.

Paper Back. Condizione: Good.

Hardcover. Condizione: Used - Very Good. 'The most unusual and wonderful structures from around the world.' This intriguing book selects the world's most extreme and sometimes weird buildings and structures. Some illustrate the personal expression of an individual builder or patron who has a vision well beyond the norm, while others were built by architects pushing the conventional boundaries of design. Some of the buildings are masterpieces on a larger scale. Examples include Frank Gehry's iconic Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, with its glistening, undulating walls. Some are indeed 'follies' -- buildings that have no purpose -- including the surreal shark sticking out of the roof of a house in Oxford, England. Many of these strange buildings have a more obvious provenance, not as architectural follies, but as deliberate marketing ventures of the owner's product. In Flanders, New York, the Big Duck building is actually shaped like a duck in honor of the poultry once sold there. A well-illustrated survey of some of the world's most extreme and sometimes weird buildings and structures. Some are personal expressions and follies, others are innovative and iconic masterpieces by architects, all are intriguing. Very nice clean, tight copy free of any marks. wrapped in complimentary Brodart dust jacket protector.

Oversized Hardback. Condizione: Very Good - Cash. No Jacket. Light rubbing and edge wear to the cover. Still great condition. Corners are bumped. Unmarked pages. Secure pages, solid binding. Stock photos may not look exactly like the book.

Hardcover. Condizione: Used - Very Good. 'The most unusual and wonderful structures from around the world.' This intriguing book selects the world's most extreme and sometimes weird buildings and structures. Some illustrate the personal expression of an individual builder or patron who has a vision well beyond the norm, while others were built by architects pushing the conventional boundaries of design. Some of the buildings are masterpieces on a larger scale. Examples include Frank Gehry's iconic Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain, with its glistening, undulating walls. Some are indeed 'follies' -- buildings that have no purpose -- including the surreal shark sticking out of the roof of a house in Oxford, England. Many of these strange buildings have a more obvious provenance, not as architectural follies, but as deliberate marketing ventures of the owner's product. In Flanders, New York, the Big Duck building is actually shaped like a duck in honor of the poultry once sold there. A well-illustrated survey of some of the world's most extreme and sometimes weird buildings and structures. Some are personal expressions and follies, others are innovative and iconic masterpieces by architects, all are intriguing. Creasing and/or tears on dust jacket. /binding tight no interior marks.

Hardcover. Condizione: Used - Good. 'Essential facts, authoritative opinions and a provocative list of the most influential designers.' Design: The Definitive Directory of Modern Design is a dynamic and comprehensive guide to the subject. Global in scope, this book includes architecture, industrial design, furniture, fashion, cars, clothing, graphics, consumer products, signs and much more -- all complemented by 300 color photographs. There are also up-to-date profiles of the innovators and visionaries past and present whose achievements have forever changed the way we view ourselves and the world. A series of essays outlines the role of design in modern cultural history and includes Terence Conran's definition of design. The main section of the book is an A-Z directory of the most influential people, products and processes of the past and present centuries and includes biographies of leading designers. The authors also share their personal views on today's newest achievers. Among the topics examined: Art, industry and the beginnings of designThe consumer age and mass consumptionThe craft ideal of old valuesThe Modern movement and the romance of the machineAmerica of the thirtiesItaly since the fiftiesSymbolism, the language of objects and consumer psychologyPostmodern design, and looking to the future. Up to date, provocative and completely original, Design will be a sourcebook for professional designers, an essential guide for students of design, and a revelation for general readers hungry for information about design and designers. Highlights: 100-page A-Z directory for easy look-up300 full-color illustrations with detailed captionsBiographies of designers past and presentCorporate histories and product appraisalsThe influence of management, cultural and social theoriesMichelin-style ratings of today's up-and-coming designersBrand identity and assessing brand valueThe newest types and categories of design. The featured subjects include, among many others: BauhausIBMSonyBenettoniPodTom WolfeCharles EamesItaly's AutostradeVictorinoxEric GillPhilippe StarckVogueFerrariPorscheWalt DisneyFrank Lloyd Wright. Well-illustrated with 300 color photographs this is a comprehensive guide and sourcebook for design including architectural; industrial; consumer products and graphics; as well as profiles of leaders, essays on the design's history and role, and more. Open copy. interior pages in good condition.light staining along bottom/tail edge of text block.dust jacket has mild wear along edges and is wrapped in complimentary Brodart dust jacket protector.

Hardcover. Condizione: New. 'A meticulously reconstructed adventure of a legendary journey.' The doomed maiden voyage of the Titanic nearly a hundred years ago affected all levels of society. Titanic is a large-format, fully illustrated, hands-on expedition through the ship itself. It tells the story of the sailing experience and the tragic end. The text is written from the viewpoint of a journalist narrator on board for the maiden voyage. Throughout the book, this story comes to life with precise reproductions of printed items from the period, such as: TicketsPostcardsNewspaper clippingsTelegramsOfficial technical dataEnvelopes and lettersCertificate of seaworthiness. and more. The narrator journalist visits every area of the ship, describing little-known facts and revealing details often missed. For example, not everyone knows that the Titanic's fourth funnel was only a hollow fake intended solely to make the ship look bigger and appear faster. The journalist's tour leads to the bridge just when disaster strikes. Then the tone changes from simple wonder to growing horror. The narrator's imaginary account is combined with actual eyewitness accounts of the sinking, including those by surviving children. The aftermath of the tragedy that took 1,500 lives is covered and includes the reports and inquiries of the official investigation. Titanic is a richly detailed and dramatic interactive experience for readers of all ages. This large-format, fully illustrated, hands-on expedition through the 'Titanic' tells the story of the ships tragic end on a cold April night in 1912. The text is written from the viewpoint of a journalist on board for the ships doomed maiden voyage and includes precise reproductions of such period items as tickets, postcards, and newspaper clippings.

Trade Paperback. Condizione: Used - Good. 'The most desirable, original and memorable hotels in the world.' More than a guidebook, Best Places to Stay is a photographic celebration of the world's most extraordinary 'homes away from home.' These remarkable destinations range from modern to traditional, from large to small, from simple to luxurious, from rural to urban -- all with diversity in style. Each resort has been specially selected for its distinctive or innovative features, and the book is fully illustrated with lavish commissioned photography. Here is a sampling of the 44 hotels featured: IceHotel, Jukkasajavi, Sweden Grand Hotel Europa, Prague, Czech Republic The Lake Palace Hotel, Udaipur, India The Motu, Bora Bora, French Polynesia VillIa d'Este Hotel, Lake Como, Italy Sandibe Safari Lodge, Okavanga Delta, Botswana Avalon, Los Angeles, California The Old Inn, Shanghai, China La Cavas Lodge, Mendoza, Australia Perivolas Traditional Houses, Oia-Santorini, Greece. There is a special hotel, somewhere in the world, for just about any taste. Generous text describes each hotel's history, amenities, prominent natural features and local attractions. Complete contact details are provided. Every selected hotel is a destination in itself with much to see and do -- or just perfect for relaxing in new and unusual surroundings. A photographic celebration of the worlds most desirable and memorable hotels. From modern to traditional, rural to urban, there is a wide range of hotels for every taste, and this book includes the history, attractions and contact information on each. Book has dust particles on it. Book has minor shelf wear.