ISKCON Temple: A fusion of Ancient Spirituality and Modern Technology by Pushpitha Wijesinghe
ISKCON or the International Society for Krishna Consciousness is a Hindu denomination based on the Bhagavad-Gita. Enriched by an ancient history of 5500 years, the movement envisages to aid people across the world to achieve god-realization which leads to unity, peace and spiritual understanding. From obscure beginnings ISKON has grown into a global network of over 350 temples, schools, farms and special ventures.
The Bangalore ISKCON body operated from a rented house until the present temple of magnificent proportions was commenced in 1987. The 32 crores building which was completed in 1997 was entirely financed by fund raisers and donations of devotees within Karnataka. Situated on a large monolithic rock known as the Hare Krishna Hill, the temple is a unique architectural fusion of traditional Karnataka and bold modern elements. The gopurams of the temple are of special interest due to the use of steel, concrete and glass which strikingly differentiate them from general temple gopurams. In addition one of the largest gopurams in the world is also found here. The temple also contains one of the world’s tallest Dwajastambhas which towers at an amazing 56 feet.
The principle temple hall which features 6 galleries is capable of accommodating 2000 people. The richly ornate hall contains the principal deities and altars and is used to perform daily and special devotional activities. The Dwarakapuri Hall is available for auspicious functions such as wedding celebrations. Religious discourses on the Bhagavad-Gita and the Srimad Bhagavatam are conducted daily at the Pravachan Hall. The ISKON Temple also provides local craftsmen with an outlet for their products in order to promote and preserve the traditional handicrafts of the region.
The ISKCON Temple and Bangalore’s manifold attractions that combine the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of Karnataka as well as its vibrant modernity can be easily experienced by lodging at a luxury hotel Bangalore. One of the finest Bangalore hotels, marked by traditional hospitality and every modern convenience, The Leela Palace Kempinski Bangalore ensures its guests an unforgettable stay in the city.
About the Author
Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.
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Old Modern Handicrafts U009 Dolphin Pen Holder $54.6 This is a beautiful pair of dolphins pen holder. Handcarved from hardwood and vanish in dark color by skillful scaftsmen. Also Avaiblabe in smaller version U008 4x4x7 Inches. |
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Old Modern Handicrafts B077 Canoe Model Boat $455 Features Hand Built Fully Assembled museum quality model with Display Stand Comes with 1 set of canoe paddles Measures 44 inches in length 5.5 inches in height and 7 inches wide Beautifully constructed of exotic woods such as ebony rosewood yellow and red cedar mahogany teak black wood walnut cherry birch and maple and other tropical woods Researched and completely built from scratch one at a time in scale to the original plans 100 percent hand built from scratch using plankonframe construction method gluing together multiple pieces of dry thin wood Finely painted and varnished finishes Metal parts and details are bronzed gold tone or chrome plated or painted With these artistic assemblies there will be minor differences in appearance |
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Old Modern Handicrafts Y001 America Model Boat $109.2 This America Yacht model is of museumquality and comes semiassembled. The masts are folded down for easy shipping. Features 100 percent hand built from scratch using a plankonframe construction method Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen Made of the finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop Dimensions are 33 inches L x 5.5 inches W x 28 inches H Sets up easily in minutes |
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Old Modern Handicrafts P010 Display Case With Legs $536.9 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Our models have all the little details that would amaze you the moment you see them. Just look at them and you will highly appreciate not only the skills but also the time that our master craftsmen spend on each of these models. This case was made of hard wood and painted in dark color. It is fully assembled and include the plexiglass. The case can be used to beautifully display your 36 tall ship. Notice the curve on the sides of the case which enable it to accomodate models with wide yards. When you purchase the model with the display case we will pack the ship inside the case securedly and safely ship the entire package via trucking company. Size: 38.25 L x 13.25 W x 36.5 H. |
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Old Modern Handicrafts T114 Harvey Model Boat $273 Our Harvey model comes fullyassembled and is ready to be displayed. Features 100 percent hand built from scratch using a plankonframe construction method Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen Made of the finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop Dimensions are 31 inches L x 7 inches W x 27 inches H |
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Old Modern Handicrafts B058 Xebec Model Boat $354.9 Features Hand Built Fully Assembled museumquality model with Display Stand Measures 35 inches in length 27 inches in height and 7 inches wide Beautifully constructed of exotic woods such as ebony rosewood yellow and red cedar mahogany teak black wood walnut cherry birch and maple and other tropical woods Researched and completely built from scratch one at a time in scale to the original plans 100 hand built from scratch using plankonframe construction method gluing together multiple pieces of dry thin wood Finely painted and varnished finishes Metal parts and details are bronzed gold tone or chrome plated or painted With these artistic assemblies there will be minor differences in appearance |
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Old Modern Handicrafts Y018 Endeavour 40 $163.8 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Our models have all the little details that would amaze you the moment you see them. Just look at them and you will highly appreciate not only the skills but also the time that our master craftsmen spend on each of these models. 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Size: 40 x 45 x 8 . |
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Old Modern Handicrafts Y035 Penduick SM $109.2 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Our models have all the little details that would amaze you the moment you see them. Just look at them and you will highly appreciate not only the skills but also the time that our master craftsmen spend on each of these models. 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Size: 26 x 5 x 36 . |
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Old Modern Handicrafts Y019 Endeavour XL $637 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Our models have all the little details that would amaze you the moment you see them. Just look at them and you will highly appreciate not only the skills but also the time that our master craftsmen spend on each of these models. 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Size: 60 x 10.8 x 72 . |
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Old Modern Handicrafts Y044 Shamrock Yacht L $198.38 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Our models have all the little details that would amaze you the moment you see them. Just look at them and you will highly appreciate not only the skills but also the time that our master craftsmen spend on each of these models. This model is 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. The master craftsman has spent over 50 hours to finish it. One feature that makes this model different is the art of wood use. Exotic woods such as mahogany and teak really make this model stand out. Plank decking with details such as metal rails metal ship wheel deck houses and pulleys. Come with a wooden stand with metal name plate. Some simple assembly require including putting the mast up. Size: 39.5 x 7 x 48.5 . |
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Old Modern Handicrafts Y153 Shamrock See Trough $218.4 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Our models have all the little details that would amaze you the moment you see them. Just look at them and you will highly appreciate not only the skills but also the time that our master craftsmen spend on each of these models. . Size: 38 x 7 x 46 . |
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Old Modern Handicrafts B028 Drakkar Viking $179.4 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Our models have all the little details that would amaze you the moment you see them. Just look at them and you will highly appreciate not only the skills but also the time that our master craftsmen spend on each of these models. IX Century Boat Drakkar as Ormen Lange means the Long Snake was decorated with a dragon head figurehead… Model is built as original version of viking ship with pieces of wood laid over each other. The tail the head and the gongs in both sides are made of metal and gold colored. Size: 25 L x 7 W x 20 H. |
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Old Modern Handicrafts B030 Chinese Junk $218.4 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Our models have all the little details that would amaze you the moment you see them. Just look at them and you will highly appreciate not only the skills but also the time that our master craftsmen spend on each of these models. A junk is a boat used in China. Junks usually have two or three sails but sometimes have four. Each mast is made of bamboo. Bamboo is used because it is so strong that you don t need very many ropes. Very large junks (about 150 meters or 492 feet long) are usually used for worldwide trips. An average sized junk usually carries food from city to city. 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours are required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Makes a perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Size: 27 L x 7 W x 24.5 H. |
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Old Modern Handicrafts T175 Victory Small $182 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Our models have all the little details that would amaze you the moment you see them. Just look at them and you will highly appreciate not only the skills but also the time that our master craftsmen spend on each of these models. It is a smaller scale version of a much larger version such as the HMS Victory 36 and the 56 . Our model is handcrafted from beautiful wood such as rosewood mahogany teak and along with various other exotic wood. The hull is constructed using a plank on frame method each strip of exotic wood are carefully join together to form a smooth hull. This ship model is completely hand built to spec by skillful and creative master craftsmen; you will be amazed at how real it looks. The ship has a clear varnished coating follow with amazing details. On the ship you will spot amazing details such as: wooden bowsprit foremast mainmast and mizzen mast. They are all connected to numerous fabric sails with detailed stitching all rigging are painstakingly fastened by hand in matching colors. There s a small wooden cabin with a wooden boat on the main deck. On the quarter deck there s a wooden cabin. Size: 21 x 7 x 18 . |
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Old Modern Handicrafts Y155 Columbia Yacht L $218.4 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. Hundreds of hours is required to finish a model. Completed models contain thousands of details created by our skillful master craftsmen. Made of finest wood like Rosewood Mahogany Teak and other exotic tropical wood. Chrome and brass fittings and ornaments constitute the excellence of our models. Extensive research through original plans and pictures make our models authentic. Each model goes through a demanding quality control process before leaving the workshop. Just the perfect gift for home or office decorator boat enthusiast or passionate collector. Our models have all the little details that would amaze you the moment you see them. Just look at them and you will highly appreciate not only the skills but also the time that our master craftsmen spend on each of these models. This model is 100 hand built from scratch using plank on frame construction method. The master craftsman has spent over 50 hours to finish it. The hull and other parts of the ship are made of exotic wood such as mahogany and teak. Plank decking with details such as metal rails metal ship wheel and pulleys. Come with a wooden stand with name plate. Some simple assembly require including putting the mast up. Size: 39 x 7 x 46.5 . |
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Manualidades Faciles Y Divertidas/ Easy And Fun Handicrafts $4.76 This book is in New – Excellent condition |
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Manualidades Faciles y Divertidas / Easy And Fun Handicrafts $9.56 This book is in New – Excellent condition |
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Benzara 62931 Wood Ethnic Mask States Extremes Of Wall Decor Handicrafts $48.65 Are you one of those metal wall decor enthusiasts who have passion for unique collection? End your search for the best and have a look over 62931 Wood Ethnic Mask. It is the one that is going to keep your interior home decoration upgraded for many years to come. Though ethnic masks are being used since centuries but it is designed with modern age decor appeal. Specially discounted hand carved 62931 Wood Ethnic Mask is the recent arrival in ethnic wall decoration category. You will like it definitely and visitors will get tuned to its decor appeal. It can be repainted easily by self to refresh its look of spaces. This handmade wooden Ethnic Mask with crown states the extremes of handicrafts. Color: Multicolor blue red silver. Versatile and coordinating metal wall decor. Long lasting. Easy to Fix. Can be used for indoor and outdoor walls. Magnificent look. Size: 40 H x 6 W x 2 D. |
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American History/History of Violence $14.92 American History/History of Violence |
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Art in History History in Art $26.13 Art in History History in Art |
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Art History As Cultural History $26.84 Art History As Cultural History |
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A Global History of History $73.92 A Global History of History |
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HISTORY MACHINE: HISTORY MACHINE $4.41 HISTORY MACHINE: HISTORY MACHINE |
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100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go $18.95 With passion, humor, and helpful tips, 100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go inspires women to discover places that will appeal to their spirits, senses, and quests for adventure. Susan Van Allen has explored Italy up and down the boot for over 30 years and shares the intriguing details and secrets of her favorite places, along with those she’s gathered from her girlfriends, fellow writers, and savvy actresses. Each entry steers women to spots that will fulfill their Italian fantasies — whether it’s exploring the palace where Audrey Hepburn lived in Roman Holiday, making a Carnevale mask in Venice, or admiring Botticelli’s The Birth of Venus in Florence. The cornucopia of choices is divided into categories, so whether a woman is in the mood for adventure, art history, or antipasto, Van Allen guides them to unforgettable pleasures. The book also includes recommendations for relaxing spas and beaches, splendid gardens, and places to taste Italy’s best gelato and chocolate and shop for treasured handicrafts. |
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100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go $19.95 With passion, humor, and helpful tips, 100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go inspires women to discover places that will appeal to their spirits, senses, and quests for adventure. Susan Van Allen has explored Italy up and down the boot for over 30 years and shares the intriguing details and secrets of her favorite places, along with those she’s gathered from her girlfriends, fellow writers, and savvy actresses. Each entry steers women to spots that will fulfill their Italian fantasies — whether it’s exploring the palace where Audrey Hepburn lived in Roman Holiday, making a Carnevale mask in Venice, or admiring Botticelli’s The Birth of Venus in Florence. The cornucopia of choices is divided into categories, so whether a woman is in the mood for adventure, art history, or antipasto, Van Allen guides them to unforgettable pleasures. The book also includes recommendations for relaxing spas and beaches, splendid gardens, and places to taste Italy’s best gelato and chocolate and shop for treasured handicrafts. |
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100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go $3.95 With passion, humor, and helpful tips, 100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go inspires women to discover places that will appeal to their spirits, senses, and quests for adventure. Susan Van Allen has explored Italy up and down the boot for over 30 years and shares the intriguing details and secrets of her favorite places, along with those she’s gathered from her girlfriends, fellow writers, and savvy actresses. Each entry steers women to spots that will fulfill their Italian fantasies — whether it’s exploring the palace where Audrey Hepburn lived in Roman Holiday, making a Carnevale mask in Venice, or admiring Botticelli’s The Birth of Venus in Florence. The cornucopia of choices is divided into categories, so whether a woman is in the mood for adventure, art history, or antipasto, Van Allen guides them to unforgettable pleasures. The book also includes recommendations for relaxing spas and beaches, splendid gardens, and places to taste Italy’s best gelato and chocolate and shop for treasured handicrafts. |
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A History of Sheffield $25.31 Used – The city of Sheffield has long been synonymous with cutlery and steel, and most previous books have understand ably concentrated on the momentous changes which industrialisation brought to the area over the last two hundred years. This was a period when manufacturing handicrafts and industry were central to almost every aspect of life and work in the area. The figures are astonishing: as early as the seventeenth century three out of every five men in the town worked in one branch or anoth |
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A History of Sheffield $25.31 Used – The city of Sheffield has long been synonymous with cutlery and steel, and most previous books have understand ably concentrated on the momentous changes which industrialisation brought to the area over the last two hundred years. This was a period when manufacturing handicrafts and industry were central to almost every aspect of life and work in the area. The figures are astonishing: as early as the seventeenth century three out of every five men in the town worked in one branch or anoth |
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A History of Sheffield $10.04 Used – The city of Sheffield has long been synonymous with cutlery and steel, and most previous books have understand ably concentrated on the momentous changes which industrialisation brought to the area over the last two hundred years. This was a period when manufacturing handicrafts and industry were central to almost every aspect of life and work in the area. The figures are astonishing: as early as the seventeenth century three out of every five men in the town worked in one branch or anoth |
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A History of Sheffield $9.93 Used – The city of Sheffield has long been synonymous with cutlery and steel, and most previous books have understand ably concentrated on the momentous changes which industrialisation brought to the area over the last two hundred years. This was a period when manufacturing handicrafts and industry were central to almost every aspect of life and work in the area. The figures are astonishing: as early as the seventeenth century three out of every five men in the town worked in one branch or anoth |
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A History of Sheffield $21.85 New – The city of Sheffield has long been synonymous with cutlery and steel, and most previous books have understand ably concentrated on the momentous changes which industrialisation brought to the area over the last two hundred years. This was a period when manufacturing handicrafts and industry were central to almost every aspect of life and work in the area. The figures are astonishing: as early as the seventeenth century three out of every five men in the town worked in one branch or anothe |
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A History of Sheffield $19.27 Used – The city of Sheffield has long been synonymous with cutlery and steel, and most previous books have understand ably concentrated on the momentous changes which industrialisation brought to the area over the last two hundred years. This was a period when manufacturing handicrafts and industry were central to almost every aspect of life and work in the area. The figures are astonishing: as early as the seventeenth century three out of every five men in the town worked in one branch or anoth |
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A History of Sheffield $10.55 New – The city of Sheffield has long been synonymous with cutlery and steel, and most previous books have understand ably concentrated on the momentous changes which industrialisation brought to the area over the last two hundred years. This was a period when manufacturing handicrafts and industry were central to almost every aspect of life and work in the area. The figures are astonishing: as early as the seventeenth century three out of every five men in the town worked in one branch or anothe |
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A History of Sheffield $10.55 Used – The city of Sheffield has long been synonymous with cutlery and steel, and most previous books have understand ably concentrated on the momentous changes which industrialisation brought to the area over the last two hundred years. This was a period when manufacturing handicrafts and industry were central to almost every aspect of life and work in the area. The figures are astonishing: as early as the seventeenth century three out of every five men in the town worked in one branch or anoth |
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A History of Sheffield $23.26 Used – The city of Sheffield has long been synonymous with cutlery and steel, and most previous books have understand ably concentrated on the momentous changes which industrialisation brought to the area over the last two hundred years. This was a period when manufacturing handicrafts and industry were central to almost every aspect of life and work in the area. The figures are astonishing: as early as the seventeenth century three out of every five men in the town worked in one branch or anoth |
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A History of Sheffield $21.89 Used – The city of Sheffield has long been synonymous with cutlery and steel, and most previous books have understand ably concentrated on the momentous changes which industrialisation brought to the area over the last two hundred years. This was a period when manufacturing handicrafts and industry were central to almost every aspect of life and work in the area. The figures are astonishing: as early as the seventeenth century three out of every five men in the town worked in one branch or anoth |
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Afghanistan: Blood and Honor $40.95 Used – This autobiographical trilogy will give you insights into Afghan tribal customs and religious beliefs experienced by very few outsiders. These beliefs explain many of the current challenges faced by military and other personnel who are trying to bring peace and restore normalcy to Afghanistan. As a small exporter of Afghan handicrafts, traveling back and forth from the USA, Cat Parenti-Hammad lived through the political twists and turns of Afghan history from King Zahir Shah through the r |
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Afghanistan: Blood and Honor $33.95 Used – This autobiographical trilogy will give you insights into Afghan tribal customs and religious beliefs experienced by very few outsiders. These beliefs explain many of the current challenges faced by military and other personnel who are trying to bring peace and restore normalcy to Afghanistan. As a small exporter of Afghan handicrafts, traveling back and forth from the USA, Cat Parenti-Hammad lived through the political twists and turns of Afghan history from King Zahir Shah through the r |
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Afghanistan: Blood and Honor $30.54 New – This autobiographical trilogy will give you insights into Afghan tribal customs and religious beliefs experienced by very few outsiders. These beliefs explain many of the current challenges faced by military and other personnel who are trying to bring peace and restore normalcy to Afghanistan. As a small exporter of Afghan handicrafts, traveling back and forth from the USA, Cat Parenti-Hammad lived through the political twists and turns of Afghan history from King Zahir Shah through the ri |
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Afghanistan: Blood and Honor $25.78 Used – This autobiographical trilogy will give you insights into Afghan tribal customs and religious beliefs experienced by very few outsiders. These beliefs explain many of the current challenges faced by military and other personnel who are trying to bring peace and restore normalcy to Afghanistan. As a small exporter of Afghan handicrafts, traveling back and forth from the USA, Cat Parenti-Hammad lived through the political twists and turns of Afghan history from King Zahir Shah through the r |
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Afghanistan: Blood and Honor $40.95 New – This autobiographical trilogy will give you insights into Afghan tribal customs and religious beliefs experienced by very few outsiders. These beliefs explain many of the current challenges faced by military and other personnel who are trying to bring peace and restore normalcy to Afghanistan. As a small exporter of Afghan handicrafts, traveling back and forth from the USA, Cat Parenti-Hammad lived through the political twists and turns of Afghan history from King Zahir Shah through the ri |
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Afghanistan: Blood and Honor $30.54 Used – This autobiographical trilogy will give you insights into Afghan tribal customs and religious beliefs experienced by very few outsiders. These beliefs explain many of the current challenges faced by military and other personnel who are trying to bring peace and restore normalcy to Afghanistan. As a small exporter of Afghan handicrafts, traveling back and forth from the USA, Cat Parenti-Hammad lived through the political twists and turns of Afghan history from King Zahir Shah through the r |
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All About Korea $16.95 Introduces Korea, describing its history, culture, everyday life, food, sports, and holidays, as well as providing examples of Korean poems, songs, handicrafts, writing, legends, and folkore. |
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Arts & Crafts of South America OSI $7.98 Used – Text and photos are combined to portray the rich history and dynamic present of South American handicrafts including pottery, jewelry, and textiles. |
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Arts & Crafts of South America OSI $5.23 Used – Text and photos are combined to portray the rich history and dynamic present of South American handicrafts including pottery, jewelry, and textiles. |
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Arts and Crafts of South America $16.34 New – Text and photos are combined to portray the rich history and dynamic present of South American handicrafts including pottery, jewelry, and textiles. |
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Arts and Crafts of South America $15.59 New – Text and photos are combined to portray the rich history and dynamic present of South American handicrafts including pottery, jewelry, and textiles. |
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Arts and Crafts of South America $7.7 New – Text and photos are combined to portray the rich history and dynamic present of South American handicrafts including pottery, jewelry, and textiles. |
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Arts and Crafts of South America $26 New – Text and photos are combined to portray the rich history and dynamic present of South American handicrafts including pottery, jewelry, and textiles. |
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Arts and Crafts of South America $34.63 New – Text and photos are combined to portray the rich history and dynamic present of South American handicrafts including pottery, jewelry, and textiles. |
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Arts and Crafts of South America $4.75 New – Text and photos are combined to portray the rich history and dynamic present of South American handicrafts including pottery, jewelry, and textiles. |
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Brazil Adventure Guide $11.99 We travel to grow – our Adventure Guides show you how. Experience the places you visit more directly, freshly, intensely than you would otherwise – sometimes best done on foot, in a canoe, or through cultural adventures like art courses, cooking classes, learning the language, meeting the people. This can make your trip life-changing, unforgettable. All of the detailed information you need is here about the hotels, restaurants, shopping, sightseeing. But we also lead you to new discoveries, turning corners never before turned, helping you learn about the world in a new way – Adventure Guides make that possible. The author, a longtime resident of Brazil, is Latin America news director for ICIS, an international news agency. Comprehensive advice on the best of Brazil, from samba clubs in Rio to kayaking in the Amazon. The best hotels for every budget, from beach resorts to country inns, restaurants, attractions and activities are detailed in over 60 cities, towns and villages. How to enjoy the big cities safely – Brasilia, Rio, São Paulo, Salvador. Shop-till-you-drop ideas for crystals, native handicrafts, Amazonian fetishes and more. The history, culture and music of the country are examined up-close, taking you into Brazil’s samba schools, rainforests and amazing nightlife. |
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Bright and Distant Shores $1.99 From the award-winning author of The Mercury Visions of Louis Daguerre and The Beautiful Miscellaneous comes a sweeping historical novel set amid the skyscrapers of 1890s Chicago and the far-flung islands of the South Pacific.In the waning years of the nineteenth century there was a hunger for tribal artifacts, spawning collecting voyages from museums and collectors around the globe. In 1897, one such collector, a Chicago insurance magnate, sponsors an expedition into the South Seas to commemorate the completion of his company’s new skyscraper—the world’s tallest building. The ship is to bring back an array of Melanesian weaponry and handicrafts, but also several natives related by blood. Caught up in this scheme are two orphans—Owen Graves, an itinerant trader from Chicago’s South Side who has recently proposed to the girl he must leave behind, and Argus Niu, a mission houseboy in the New Hebrides who longs to be reunited with his sister. At the cusp of the twentieth century, the expedition forces a collision course between the tribal and the civilized, between two young men plagued by their respective and haunting pasts.An epic and ambitious story that brings to mind E. L. Doctorow, with echoes of Melville and Robert Louis Stevenson, Bright and Distant Shores is a wondrous achievement by a writer known for creating compelling fiction from the fabric of history. |
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Bright and Distant Shores $9.99 From the award-winning author of The Mercury Visions of Louis Daguerre and The Beautiful Miscellaneous comes a sweeping historical novel set amid the skyscrapers of 1890s Chicago and the far-flung islands of the South Pacific.In the waning years of the nineteenth century there was a hunger for tribal artifacts, spawning collecting voyages from museums and collectors around the globe. In 1897, one such collector, a Chicago insurance magnate, sponsors an expedition into the South Seas to commemorate the completion of his company’s new skyscraper—the world’s tallest building. The ship is to bring back an array of Melanesian weaponry and handicrafts, but also several natives related by blood. Caught up in this scheme are two orphans—Owen Graves, an itinerant trader from Chicago’s South Side who has recently proposed to the girl he must leave behind, and Argus Niu, a mission houseboy in the New Hebrides who longs to be reunited with his sister. At the cusp of the twentieth century, the expedition forces a collision course between the tribal and the civilized, between two young men plagued by their respective and haunting pasts.An epic and ambitious story that brings to mind E. L. Doctorow, with echoes of Melville and Robert Louis Stevenson, Bright and Distant Shores is a wondrous achievement by a writer known for creating compelling fiction from the fabric of history. |
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Bright and Distant Shores: A Novel By Dominic Smith $9.99 <b>From the award-winning author of <I>The Mercury Visions of Louis Daguerre</i> and <I>The Beautiful Miscellaneous</i> comes a sweeping historical novel set amid the skyscrapers of 1890s Chicago and the far-flung islands of the South Pacific.</b><P>In the waning years of the nineteenth century there was a hunger for tribal artifacts, spawning collecting voyages from museums and collectors around the globe. In 1897, one such collector, a Chicago insurance magnate, sponsors an expedition into the South Seas to commemorate the completion of his company’s new skyscraper—the world’s tallest building. The ship is to bring back an array of Melanesian weaponry and handicrafts, but also several natives related by blood. <P>Caught up in this scheme are two orphans—Owen Graves, an itinerant trader from Chicago’s South Side who has recently proposed to the girl he must leave behind, and Argus Niu, a mission houseboy in the New Hebrides who longs to be reunited with his sister. At the cusp of the twentieth century, the expedition forces a collision course between the tribal and the civilized, between two young men plagued by their respective and haunting pasts.<P>An epic and ambitious story that brings to mind E. L. Doctorow, with echoes of Melville and Robert Louis Stevenson, <I>Bright and Distant Shores </i>is a wondrous achievement by a writer known for creating compelling fiction from the fabric of history. |
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Bright and Distant Shores: A Novel By Dominic Smith $15 <b>From the award-winning author of <I>The Mercury Visions of Louis Daguerre</i> and <I>The Beautiful Miscellaneous</i> comes a sweeping historical novel set amid the skyscrapers of 1890s Chicago and the far-flung islands of the South Pacific.</b><P>In the waning years of the nineteenth century there was a hunger for tribal artifacts, spawning collecting voyages from museums and collectors around the globe. In 1897, one such collector, a Chicago insurance magnate, sponsors an expedition into the South Seas to commemorate the completion of his company’s new skyscraper—the world’s tallest building. The ship is to bring back an array of Melanesian weaponry and handicrafts, but also several natives related by blood. <P>Caught up in this scheme are two orphans—Owen Graves, an itinerant trader from Chicago’s South Side who has recently proposed to the girl he must leave behind, and Argus Niu, a mission houseboy in the New Hebrides who longs to be reunited with his sister. At the cusp of the twentieth century, the expedition forces a collision course between the tribal and the civilized, between two young men plagued by their respective and haunting pasts.<P>An epic and ambitious story that brings to mind E. L. Doctorow, with echoes of Melville and Robert Louis Stevenson, <I>Bright and Distant Shores </i>is a wondrous achievement by a writer known for creating compelling fiction from the fabric of history. |
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Cape Dorset Prints $75 Since the West Baffin Eskimo Co-operative was formed in Cape Dorset in 1959, The artists of this Baffin Island community have made over one hundred thousand original drawings and thousands of limited edition prints. The original catalyst for this artistic outpouring was a government program designed to encourage the productin and sale of Inuit handicrafts. Cape Dorset prints: is the first book to tell the story of the Kinngait Studio’s fifty-year history, through thirteen essays by the artists, visiting artists, and art historians, and Co-op founders. With their images of the many species of Artic wildlife, shamans, hunters, and traditional camp life, the Cape Dorset graphic artists convey the mystique of Canada’s far north. Using stonecut, engraving, lithography, and other printmaking media, these images speak eloquently of the natural rhythms of the Artic environment, narrating not only the interplay between species but also the growing modernization of the Cape Dorset community. |
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Culture And Customs Of Uganda $35.47 Since achieving independence from Great Britain in 1962, the East African country of Uganda has been ravaged by political turmoil and the more recent crisis of the AIDS epidemic, but is now in the process of rebuilding and democratizing. Culture and Customs of Uganda is a fascinating overview of the current state of Ugandan society, where largely rural ethnic groups are experiencing the pull of urban centers, while the changes brought about by Western influences bear on practically every aspect of people’s lives. Examples from the main ethnic groups are used to explain traditional culture and adaptations to modern life in religion, gender roles, courtship and marriage, work, education, family life, ceremonies, the arts, media, and more. This is the essential reference source to turn to for solid insight into Uganda.The wealth of detail in the coverage of the subjects above plus the land, people, history, literature, architecture/housing, cuisine, dress, gender roles, social customs and lifestyle, provides readers with broad sense of the country and its inhabitants. The sensitive narrative conveys the nuances between old and new, urban and rural, elite and poor for each topic. In addition, the evolution of Ugandan peoples is superbly demonstrated. Highlights include a discussion of the ways in which adherents of world religions such as Christianity and Islam mix these with traditional African religious belief in spirits, diviners, and rainmakers. The book also explores patriarchy and the social and inheritance system that has hindered women’s education and prospects and exposed them to HIV/AIDS. Finally, there is a celebration of the various forms of artistic expression, such as drumming, ceremonial dance, and handicrafts, particularly ceramic pottery, that have won accolades, as well as a look at artists who excel in writing poetry, producing hip-hop, and painting batiks for popular consumption. |
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Culture And Customs of Uganda $52.72 Since achieving independence from Great Britain in 1962, the East African country of Uganda has been ravaged by political turmoil and the more recent crisis of the AIDS epidemic, but is now in the process of rebuilding and democratizing. Culture and Customs of Uganda is a fascinating overview of the current state of Ugandan society, where largely rural ethnic groups are experiencing the pull of urban centers, while the changes brought about by Western influences bear on practically every aspect of people’s lives. Examples from the main ethnic groups are used to explain traditional culture and adaptations to modern life in religion, gender roles, courtship and marriage, work, education, family life, ceremonies, the arts, media, and more. This is the essential reference source to turn to for solid insight into Uganda. The wealth of detail in the coverage of the subjects above plus the land, people, history, literature, architecture/housing, cuisine, dress, gender roles, social customs and lifestyle, provides readers with broad sense of the country and its inhabitants. The sensitive narrative conveys the nuances between old and new, urban and rural, elite and poor for each topic. In addition, the evolution of Ugandan peoples is superbly demonstrated. Highlights include a discussion of the ways in which adherents of world religions such as Christianity and Islam mix these with traditional African religious belief in spirits, diviners, and rainmakers. The book also explores patriarchy and the social and inheritance system that has hindered women’s education and prospects and exposed them to HIV/AIDS. Finally, there is a celebration of the various forms of artistic expression, such asdrumming, ceremonial dance, and handicrafts, particularly ceramic pottery, that have won accolades, as well as a look at artists who excel in writing poetry, producing hip-hop, and painting batiks for popular consumption. |
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Culture and Customs of Uganda (Culture and Customs of Africa Series) $50 Since achieving independence from Great Britain in 1962, the East African country of Uganda has been ravaged by political turmoil and the more recent crisis of the AIDS epidemic, but is now in the process of rebuilding and democratizing. Culture and Customs of Uganda is a fascinating overview of the current state of Ugandan society, where largely rural ethnic groups are experiencing the pull of urban centers, while the changes brought about by Western influences bear on practically every aspect of people’s lives. Examples from the main ethnic groups are used to explain traditional culture and adaptations to modern life in religion, gender roles, courtship and marriage, work, education, family life, ceremonies, the arts, media, and more. This is the essential reference source to turn to for solid insight into Uganda.The wealth of detail in the coverage of the subjects above plus the land, people, history, literature, architecture/housing, cuisine, dress, gender roles, social customs and lifestyle, provides readers with broad sense of the country and its inhabitants. The sensitive narrative conveys the nuances between old and new, urban and rural, elite and poor for each topic. In addition, the evolution of Ugandan peoples is superbly demonstrated. Highlights include a discussion of the ways in which adherents of world religions such as Christianity and Islam mix these with traditional African religious belief in spirits, diviners, and rainmakers. The book also explores patriarchy and the social and inheritance system that has hindered women’s education and prospects and exposed them to HIV/AIDS. Finally, there is a celebration of the various forms of artistic expression, such as drumming, ceremonial dance, and handicrafts, particularly ceramic pottery, that have won accolades, as well as a look at artists who excel in writing poetry, producing hip-hop, and painting batiks for popular consumption. |
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Do It Yourself: Home Improvement in 20th-Century America $4 New – Do It Yourself investigates the history behind the current do-it-yourself craze in homebuilding and home repair. The origins of home improvement can be traced to the early part of the century when government loan programs placed home ownership within the reach of growing numbers of families, mass-circulation magazines began providing their readers with information about home remodeling and repair, and increasing numbers of Americans turned to the manual arts and handicrafts as leisure-time |
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Do It Yourself: Home Improvement in 20th-Century America $1.01 Used – Do It Yourself investigates the history behind the current do-it-yourself craze in homebuilding and home repair. The origins of home improvement can be traced to the early part of the century when government loan programs placed home ownership within the reach of growing numbers of families, mass-circulation magazines began providing their readers with information about home remodeling and repair, and increasing numbers of Americans turned to the manual arts and handicrafts as leisure-tim |
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Do It Yourself: Home Improvement in 20th-Century America $0.63 Used – Do It Yourself investigates the history behind the current do-it-yourself craze in homebuilding and home repair. The origins of home improvement can be traced to the early part of the century when government loan programs placed home ownership within the reach of growing numbers of families, mass-circulation magazines began providing their readers with information about home remodeling and repair, and increasing numbers of Americans turned to the manual arts and handicrafts as leisure-tim |
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Do It Yourself: Home Improvement in 20th-Century America $7.14 New – Do It Yourself investigates the history behind the current do-it-yourself craze in homebuilding and home repair. The origins of home improvement can be traced to the early part of the century when government loan programs placed home ownership within the reach of growing numbers of families, mass-circulation magazines began providing their readers with information about home remodeling and repair, and increasing numbers of Americans turned to the manual arts and handicrafts as leisure-time |
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Do It Yourself: Home Improvement in 20th-Century America $4.28 Do It Yourself investigates the history behind the current do-it- yourself craze in home repair and remodeling. The origins of home improvement can be traced to the early part of the century, when government loan programs placed home ownership within the reach of growing numbers of families, mass-circulation magazines began providing their readers with information about home renovation, and increasing numbers of Americans turned to the manual arts and handicrafts as leisure-time pursuits. World War II provided many Americans with the skills and confidence to undertake home-improvement projects on their own, and after the war, changes in the manufacturing and retailing of tools and equipment created new possibilities for transforming one’s home. As home remodeling became a central feature of domestic life and consumer culture, the do-it-yourself movement was born, coming of age in the baby-boomer 1950s and 1960s, when Americans created suburban paradises and reclaimed decaying urban centers. The text of Do It Yourself, which investigates topics ranging from women’s roles in home repair to historic preservation, is a lively mix of illustrations–including period photographs, magazine spreads, and advertisements–and clearly written analysis of the trends behind these images. |
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Dominica $1.13 Used – Dominica is not to be confused with the Dominican Republic, it lies between Guadaloupe and Martinique in the Windward Isles of the Eastern Caribbean. With a past rich in Amerindian, African, French and British influences, many of the island’s people speak Creole and most farm the highly fertile land. This guide describes the country’s history, national parks, tours and treks, towns, villages, forts and ports. It provides information on diving, handicrafts, local cuisine, folklore and fest |
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Dominica $5.19 Used – Dominica is not to be confused with the Dominican Republic, it lies between Guadaloupe and Martinique in the Windward Isles of the Eastern Caribbean. With a past rich in Amerindian, African, French and British influences, many of the island’s people speak Creole and most farm the highly fertile land. This guide describes the country’s history, national parks, tours and treks, towns, villages, forts and ports. It provides information on diving, handicrafts, local cuisine, folklore and fest |
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Embassy Residences in Washington, D.C. $189.64 New – The splendid images in this book take the reader into the rooms in the heart of buildings where diplomatic history lives. The 45 homes here are the U.S. addresses for the best art, handicrafts, garden styles, interior decoration, and personal history of diplomats who represent the world to America. Full color. |
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Embassy Residences in Washington, D.C. $125.42 New – The splendid images in this book take the reader into the rooms in the heart of buildings where diplomatic history lives. The 45 homes here are the U.S. addresses for the best art, handicrafts, garden styles, interior decoration, and personal history of diplomats who represent the world to America. Full color. |
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Fascination with Fiber: Michigan’s Handweaving Heritage $67.47 A premiere work offering a rich chronicle of weaving in Michigan. Colorful stories tell of Michigan’s textile people, places, and events, and show the important role that this state played in preserving and progressing the culture of cloth locally and nationally. I came away with a new sense of pride and joy at being a part of this rich human history and inspired to continue exploring within this great tradition! -Chris Triola, Fiber Artist Fascination with Fiber is a well-documented history, with consequence! The authors reveal surprising continuity in relationships, with results that are far-reaching. Readers will be moved beyond border as they come to realize the extensive influences generated in Michigan. -Gerhardt Knodel, Director, Cranbrook Academy of Art Fascination with Fiber is the first complete look at Michigan’s rich tradition of handweaving, from pioneer log cabin days to the contemporary era of digital computer-aided looms. Michigan has been at the center of handweaving and fiber arts and crafts since early settlers brought their skills with them from countries where handicrafts and weaving were traditionally strong. The textiles they produced in their new country, from linens to coverlets to rugs, took on a distinctly American expression. In the twentieth century, the formation of guilds, craft communities, and formal art programs created a revival of interest in handweaving as an opportunity for artistic expression so that by latter part of the century the state played a vital role in the national fiber movement. Weavers and historians themselves, authors Marie A. Gile and Marion T. Marzolf focus on the people and forces that have kept thecraft of handweaving alive in Michigan and indeed throughout the country for over two centuries: a passionate group of individuals and weaving communities enlivened through shared necessity, opportunity, and creativity. Gile and Marzolf base their book on oral histories, interviews, |
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Handmade Multi Strand Purple Amethyst & Antiqued Silver Flower Bead Bracelet $18 Indulge your love of luxury with this handmade amethyst bracelet. This beautiful piece features two strands of violet amethyst stones alternated with intricate silver floral beads. Amethyst, or purple quartz, has been used by many cultures throughout history to make jewelry and other decorative or functional items. The stone has been associated with royalty in both Britain and Egypt, while in Tibet, it is considered to be sacred to Buddha. Leonardo Da Vinci wrote that it was able to dispel evil thoughts and quicken the intelligence, while the ancient Greeks often carved wine goblets from amethyst, believing it to be a strong antidote to inebriation! Enhance your evening wear with a striking accent of elegance when you wear this beautiful amethyst bracelet. Measures approximately 8 inches long. This bracelet has been entirely handmade by skilled northern Thai artisans using only the finest hand-picked stones. AsiaEXP strives to bring you handicrafts of exceptional quality from a variety of world cultures. With this purchase, you are not only receiving a beautiful item of jewelry, you are also supporting a great cause. By shopping with us you help to sustain talented Asian artisans and to preserve the rich cultural heritage of northern Thailand. The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design, color and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to the unique quality of individual creations. Measurements may vary slightly. |
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Handmade Purple Amethyst & Silver Beaded Necklace With Tassel Pendant $29 Add a striking accent to an evening dress with the enigmatic purple tones of this three-strand amethyst necklace, expertly handmade by talented artisans of Southeast Asia. This beautiful piece of jewelry features three strands of non-uniform amethyst nuggets alternated with small silver beads that perfectly complement the violet and lilac tones of the gemstone. The strands come together at a central silver pendant etched with delicate designs that forms an elegant focal element. Six more strands of amethyst and silver beads hang down from this circular pendant, creating an attractive tassel effect. The necklace is finished with two conical silver beads attached to a simple silver ‘S’ hook for easy and secure closure. Measures approximately 21 inches long. Amethyst, or purple quartz, has been used by many cultures throughout history to make jewelry as well as other decorative and functional items. The stone has been associated with royalty in both Britain and Egypt, while in Tibet, it is considered a sacred Buddha stone. Leonardo Da Vinci wrote that it was able to dispel evil thoughts, while the ancient Greeks often carved wine goblets from amethyst, believing it to be a strong antidote to inebriation! Feel feminine and unique with this beautiful amethyst jewelry. This creation has been entirely handmade by skilled northern Thai artisans using only the finest hand-picked stones. AsiaEXP strives to bring you handicrafts of exceptional quality from a variety of world cultures. With this purchase, you are not only receiving a beautiful item of jewelry, you are also supporting a great cause. By shopping with us you help to sustain talented Asian artisans and to preserve the rich cultural heritage of northern Thailand. The handcrafted nature of this jewelry will produce minor differences in design, color and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to the unique quality of individual creations. Measurements may vary slightly. |
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Handmade Purple Amethyst and White Pearl Necklace With Silver Beads $39 Simple yet undeniably stylish, this stunning pearl and amethyst necklace will infuse your look with elegant chic. Made up of three strands of ivory-white round pearls interspersed with translucent amethyst stones, this handcrafted necklace is the perfect complement to an evening dress or business suit. A silver toggle clasp allows for simple and secure closure. Pearls, organic gems born of the ocean, have long been associated with femininity, innocence and purity. Amethyst, or purple quartz, has been used by many cultures throughout history to make jewelry and other decorative or functional items. The stone has been associated with royalty in both Britain and Egypt, while in Tibet it is considered to be sacred to Buddha. Leonardo Da Vinci wrote that it was able to dispel evil thoughts and quicken the intelligence, while the ancient Greeks often carved wine goblets from amethyst, believing it to be a strong antidote to inebriation! Measures approximately 20 inches long. Dress up day or night with this unforgettable pearl and amethyst creation from AsiaEXP. This piece has been entirely handmade by skilled Thai artisans using only the finest hand-picked stones. AsiaEXP brings you handicrafts of exceptional quality from a variety of world cultures. With this purchase you are not only receiving a beautiful item of jewelry, but also supporting a great cause. By shopping with us you help to sustain talented Asian artisans and to preserve the rich cultural heritage of northern Thailand. The handcrafted nature of this jewelry will produce minor differences in design, color and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to the unique quality of individual creations. Measurements may vary slightly. |
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