pictorial works

Photographs and text explore the history of the ocean liner Britannic, the sister ship to the Titanic, that was requisitioned as a hospital ship during World War I and, just one year later, fell victim to a mine laid by a German U-boat and sank in the Agean Sea.

From the glitz and glamour of the Roaring Twenties came a fashion revolution. The 1920s is a decade synonymous with social change, reflected in its groundbreaking fashions: from the daring elegance of the 'New Woman' to never-before-seen silhouettes, the styles of the Roaring Twenties still capture the imagination a century later. . . this extensive sourcebook documents the season-by-season fashions of the Jazz Age. Follow the evolving fashion trends and uncover a fascinating analysis of the progression from haute couture to ready-to-wear in this essential handbook for all fashion historians, students and vintage enthusiasts . . . this volume also contains an authoritative introduction by fashion historian Emmanuelle Dirix, as well as the biographies of the key designers and fashion houses of the period"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the history of World War II, including the coverage of 40-45 key events through images and text.

An introduction to a variety of cats.

Presents step-by-step instructions for creating whimsical miniature gardens.

Looks at how things work or are manufactured, including locks, clocks, scales for weighing, and cloth manufacture.

Provides twenty years worth of candids, family moments, and snapshots of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's life.

Describes the folk and festival dress of more than 150 countries and regions; and includes over six hundred illustrations.

"An illustrated exploration of how the expressionism and spontaneity of jazz spilled onto its album art, posters, and promotional photography, and even inspired standalone works of fine art"-- Provided by publisher.