The edith farnsworth house: architecture, preservation, culture

The comprehensive story of an icon of modern architecture: the Edith Farnsworth House, designed by Mies van der Rohe One of the most famous residences in modern history, a glass and steel marvel that seems to float above its site, the Edith Farnsworth House had been legendary in the public imagination long before it could be widely accessed. This book charts the house’s original design by Mies van der Rohe and periods of neglect, flooding, and new ownership by Lord Peter Palumbo. Now publicly accessible and celebrating twenty years of being owned and administered by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, this icon of modern architecture commissioned by client and patron Edith Farnsworth now gets its due.The Edith Farnsworth House is one of the most prized residences in modern architectural history, whose sometimes fraught history culminates in its publicly accessible life today. The book, which newly foregrounds the key role of client Edith Farnsworth, is written and edited by Michelangelo Sabatino, who contributes deep expertise on modernist architecture, and includes an essay by architectural historian Dietrich Neumann, excerpts of Edith Farnsworth’s unpublished memoir, as well as interviews with Mies’s grandson Dirk Lohan, and the house’s second owner, Lord Peter Palumbo. Published in association with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, this book is published is a trove of cultural and visual history, and includes photographs by Hedrich Blessing, Hiroshi Sugimoto, and Annie Leibovitz, in addition to documentation of cultural collaborations with artists, designers, and performance troupes such as Virgil Abloh, Iñigo Manglano-Ovalle, and Gerard & Kelly. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Lily Bart is twenty-nine, beautiful and charming. She has expensive tastes, loves to gamble and socializes with the wealthy upper-class families of New York. But her meagre finances are dwindling and her place in society is slipping away from her. Her only hope of security is to find a suitable husband. However, Lily has an independence of spirit that stands in the way of her committing to the suitors available to her. As her options diminish, her friends become her enemies and her situation grows increasing perilous.In The House of Mirth, Edith Wharton gives us a witty and piercingly insightful dark satire about the privileged society of early twentieth-century New York.This beautiful Macmillan Collector's Library edition of The House of Mirth features an introduction by novelist Danuta Reah.Designed to appeal to the booklover, the Macmillan Collector's Library is a series of beautiful gift editions of much loved classic titles. Macmillan Collector's Library are books to love and treasure. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

The Kaiju Preservation Society is a thrilling standalone adventure from bestselling author John Scalzi. Jamie Gray embarks on the trip of a lifetime - to protect enormous kaiju on an alternate Earth. But not all is safe in this human-free world . . . (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Složení setu: 11 ks Typ: Album;Stereo;LP deska;Mono;Luxusní edice;Remastered;Nové vydání;CD Hmotnost: 180 g Dekáda interpreta: 2020 - 2029;1970 - 1979;1980 - 1989;2010 - 2019;1990 - 1999;1960 - 1969 Barva podle výrobce: Black Datum vydání: 2018-10-26 Rok vydání: 2018.0 Rychlost: 33 1/3 RPM Vydavatelství: BMG;Pye Records Interpret / Téma: The Kinks Žánr: Rock;Pop Subžánr: Rock;Classic Rock;Psychedelic Rock;Pop Rock Země interpreta: Spojené království Varianta: The Kinks Are The Village Green Preservation Society (6 LP + 5 CD) Barva: Černá Balení obsahuje: LP;CD Země původu: Evropská unie (muziker.cz)

Barva: Černá Interpret / Téma: Preservation Hall Jazz Band Žánr: Jazz Vydavatelství: Legacy Recordings Země původu: Evropská unie Balení obsahuje: LP Dekáda interpreta: 1960 - 1969;1980 - 1989;1970 - 1979;2010 - 2019;2000 - 2009;1990 - 1999;2020 - 2029 Barva podle výrobce: Black Hmotnost: 180 g Složení setu: 1 ks Rok vydání: 2017.0 Datum vydání: 2017-11-24 Typ: Album;LP deska;Stereo Rychlost: 33 1/3 RPM Varianta: Run, Stop & Drop the Needle (Vinyl LP) Subžánr: Rock & Roll;Rockabilly Země interpreta: USA (muziker.cz)

Kniha - autor Alain de Botton, 280 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu lesklá (alza.cz)

> Na tento produkt bohužel nelze uplatnit slevový poukaz.In the last decades Western architecture has largely dominated the discourse and the built environment worldwide. Recently architecture firms from non-Western countries have been establishing local and global recognition for themselves. Practices all over the world face challenges against a backdrop of rapidly growing cities, ecological demands, changing societies and climate, and emerging economies. Local architects often find strikingly different solutions to local requirements, including sustainability, transportation, migration, construction materials, and traditions.In Mexico, architects work closely with indigenous communities to create modular social housing that can be assembled in one week. In Namibia, a lodge in a wildlife conservancy is designed to echo a local bird’s nest, while in Vietnam, a library and public space have created a micro-ecosystem to house fish and grow food.Beyond the West journeys across Asia, Africa, and the Americas to understand how local architects respond to a changing world, and focuses its wide lens on inspiring and truly global architecture. (vemzu.cz)

Kniha poprvé uvádí jedinečný soubor fotografií moderní architektury, které vznikly ve spolupráci avantgardních architektů a fotografů ve dvacátých a třicátých letech 20. století. Tento soubor představuje dobové fotografie a jejich náměty - klíčové i méně známé moderní budovy, uspořádané podle stavebních typů - nejen jako důležité dokumenty moderní architektury, ale také jako autentické příklady vize, která dodnes zůstává inspirací. Současně ukazuje, že meziválečné Československo patřilo v hnutí za novou architekturu k předním evropským zemím. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

'"Stand firm'" said Peter, "and wave like mad!"' They were not railway children to begin with. When their Father mysteriously leaves home Roberta (everyone calls her Bobbie), Phyllis and Peter must move to a small cottage in the countryside with Mother. It is a bitter blow to leave their London home, but soon they discover the hills and valleys, the canal and of course, the railway. But with the thrilling rush and rattle and roar of the trains comes danger too. Will the brave trio come to the rescue? And most importantly, can they solve the disappearance of their Father? BACKSTORY: Find out all about steam trains and learn what it was really like to be a child in Edwardian times. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

When Father goes away with two strangers one evening, the lives of Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are shattered. They and their mother have to move from their comfortable London home to go and live in a simple country cottage, where Mother writes books to make ends meet. However, they soon come to love the railway that runs near their cottage, and they make a habit of waving to the Old Gentleman who rides on it. They befriend the porter, Perks, and through him learn railway lore and much else. They have many adventures, and when they save a train from disaster, they are helped by the Old Gentleman to solve the mystery of their father's disappearance, and the family is happily reunited. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

When Father goes away with two strangers one evening, the lives of Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are shattered. They and their mother have to move from their comfortable London home to go and live in a simple country cottage, where Mother writes books to make ends meet. However, they soon come to love the railway that runs near their cottage, and they make a habit of waving to the Old Gentleman who rides on it.They befriend the porter, Perks, and through him learn railway lore and much else. They have many adventures, and when they save a train from disaster, they are helped by the Old Gentleman to solve the mystery of their father's disappearance, and the family is happily reunited. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Discover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of The Railway Children Puffin Clothbound Classics are stunning collectable gift editions of some of the best-loved classics in the world - including this charming edition of The Railway ChildrenFather is in trouble, and Roberta, Peter, and Phyllis have to leave their home in London and go into hiding in the countryside. 'Boys and girls are only little men and women. And we are much harder and hardier than they are.'Each day, the children run down to the nearby railway station, where they say good morning to the Station Master and hello to Perks the Porter and wave at the passing London train, sending their love to Father.Little do they know that the stranger on board the 9:15 a.m. train might be able to help track him down. . (knihydobrovsky.cz)

For almost 10,000 years man has built in unbaked earth, not only simple dwellings but also palaces, temples and fortresses of the utmost grandeur and durability. This encyclopedic work shows the extreme diversity of this type of architecture from a technical, cultural and historical point of view. After presenting the various types of raw earth constructions (adobe and rammed earth, walls and roofs, columns, etc.), Jean Dethier reveals some of the raw earth masterpieces scattered across five continents, most of which are listed as UNESCO world heritage sites.From the creations of antiquity to those of today, as well as vernacular heritage and modernist works, the book surveys a multitude of building types: monumental structures - the temples and palaces of Mesopotamia, the Great Wall of China, the Great Mosque of Djenne in Mali, Capitagreen in Singapore; large urban developments - the city of Tenochtitlan in Mexico, the medinas of Morocco; housing in Marrakech, Bogota and various European cities; the castle-houses of the Somba people in Togo; Martin Rauch's villas in Austria; and public amenities - sa high school in Bangladesh, a museum in Australia, a market in Koudougou, Burkina-Faso, and many more...The culmination of fifty years of work, this definitive book is illustrated with 600 photographs and about one hundred drawings and architectural plans. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the bestselling author of Azadi and My Seditious Heart, a piercing exploration of modern empire, nationalism and rising fascism that gives us the tools to resist and fight back†I try to create links, to join the dots, to tell politics like a story, to make it real…’Over a lifetime spent at the frontline of solidarity and resistance, Arundhati Roy’s words have lit a clear way through the darkness that surrounds us. Combining the skills of the architect she trained to be and the writer she became, she illuminates the hidden structures of modern empire like no one else, revealing their workings so that we can resist. Her subjects: war, nationalism, fundamentalism and rising fascism, turbocharged by neoliberalism and now technology.But also: truth, justice, freedom, resistance, solidarity and above all imagination – in particular the imagination to see what is in front of us, to envision another way, and to fight for it. Arundhati Roy’s voice – as distinct and compelling in conversation as in her writing – explores these themes and more in this essential collection of interviews with David Barsamian, conducted over two decades, from 2001 to the present. WITH AN AFTERWORD FROM NAOMI KLEIN (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Learn about key concepts behind the world's most incredible buildings in The Architecture Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Architecture in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Architecture Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Architecture, with:- A global scope, covering architecture from all over the world- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understandingThe Architecture Book is a captivating introduction to buildings and the ideas, and principles that make them key to the history and evolution of our built environment - aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you'll discover the most important ideas, technologies, and movements in the history of architecture and structural engineering, through exciting text and bold graphics.Your Architecture Questions, Simply ExplainedLearn about the evolution of construction, from ancient and classical architecture through Medieval, Gothic, and Renaissance buildings, Baroque and Rococo, to 19th-century emerging modernism and postmodernism and glittering skyscrapers. If you thought it was difficult to learn about buildings and the ideas behind them, The Architecture Book presents key information in a clear layout. Explore architectural movements, styles and celebrated buildings from all over the world, and stunning religious structures from mosques to churches, stupas to pagodas and temples.The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The Architecture Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Considered wildly controversial at the time of its release, \'The Fruit of the Tree\' is a departure from the norm for Edith Wharton. While her trademark eye for social detail and psychological insights are present and correct, this novel deals with more melancholic themes, such as divorce, addiction, euthanasia, poor working conditions, and extravagance. It follows the story of George Amhurst, the assistant manager of a textile mill in New England. While his heart might be in the right place, when he marries the widow of a mill owner, he might be forced to compromise in his ideals. A striking book from the pen that wrote \'The Age of Innocence,\' which became a film, starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Daniel Day-Lewis. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Newland je v rozpakoch. Všetci muži uprene hľadeli smerom k miestu, kde sedela May s mamou a tetou. Nepoznal dámu v zvláštnych šatách a netušil, prečo boli všetci takí šokovaní, že ju vidia. Newland Archer, dedič jednej z najlepších newyorských rodín, chce riadne manželstvo, ako si to žiada newyorská spoločnosť V jeden večer spozná Mayinu sesternicu, grófku Ellen Olenskú. Táto exotická a krásna žena sa vrátila z Poľska do New Yorku po záhadnom škandále. Newland musí zvádzať boj medzi povinnosťou a záhadnosťou, medzi tradíciou a silou lásky. CEFR Level: B1 (patro.cz)

eBook: While \'The Choice\' might be one of Wharton\'s shorter stories, it nonetheless showcases her talents as a master storyteller. \'The Choice\' focuses on the dilemma faced by Cobham Stilling, who is quickly burning the family fortune, much to the horror of his wife and lawyer. Packed with social detail and keen psychological insights, Wharton creates well-rounded characters and presents the reader with a choice that many of us would not like to have to make. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: One of Wharton\'s earliest works, \'The Marne\' offers a fascinating insight into the shadow cast by the First World War. When 15 year-old American, Troy Belknap, is on his annual holiday in France, war breaks out. While Troy would love to fight for the French but is too young for service. Will he be able to live with himself or will frustration swallow him up? \'The Marne\' is a culturally-significant story and one that allows us to see and experience France as the author herself did. A thrilling and thought-provoking story from one of America\'s greatest novelists.- (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Wharton\'s fifth novel, \'The Reef\' is widely thought to be partly autobiographical. When American diplomat, George Darrow, bumps into aspiring actress, Sophy Viner, the relationship he has with his former love, Anna Leath, is challenged. Through this tale, Wharton explores the human condition, examining how those from different classes interact, whether it is better to tell the truth and harm or lie and protect, the nature of trust, and the nature of forgiveness. Written with Wharton\'s trademark sensitivity, this book is ideal for those who like their romance served up in a compelling and realistic way. Edith Wharton (1862 – 1937) was an American designer and novelist. Born in an era when the highest ambition a woman could aspire to was a good marriage, Wharton went on to become one of America\'s most celebrated authors. During her career, she wrote over 40 books, using her wealthy upbringing to bring authenticity and detail to stories about the upper classes. She moved to France in 1923, where she continued to write until her death.- (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: \'The Spark\' is the third of four books set in Old New York. When Hayley Delane discovers that there\'s more to his mentor than meets the eye, he realises that he needs to change his way of thinking. \'The Spark\' is a poignant and often funny exploration of the relationship between two men. At the same time, Wharton uses the novella to take some acerbic pot-shots at a society where appearance seems to carry more weight than genuine goodness. An elegant and humorous story about stories themselves.- (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Tense and atmospheric, \'The Touchstone\' follows the trials and tribulations of New York lawyer, Stephen Glennard. When we meet Glennard, he is unable to afford to marry his girlfriend, Alexa Trent. However, when he reads an advertisement seeking information about the deceased novelist, Margarey Aubyn, he is faced with a moral dilemma. Should he sell the letter she wrote him, even though he spurned her romantic advances? A taut novella, \'The Touchstone\' is a fascinating take on the classic ghost story.- (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Edith Wharton's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Age of Innocence, is both a poignant story of frustrated love and an extraordinarily vivid, delightfully satirical record of a vanished world. Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition features an introduction by award-winning novelist, Rachel Cusk. As the scion of one of New York's leading families, Newland Archer has been born into a life of sumptuous privilege and strict duty. But the arrival of the Countess Olenska, a free spirit who breathes clouds of European sophistication, makes him question the path on which his upbringing has set him. As his fascination with her grows, he discovers just how hard it is to escape the bonds of the society that has shaped him. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Hudební CD - Edith Piaf a její výběr. Édith Piaf byla světoznámá a oblíbená francouzská šansoniérka. Její způsob interpretace odrážel praktické zkušenosti ze života, které sama prožila, anebo vnitřní poměry, ve kterých se právě nacházela. Tento umělecký přístup z ní nakonec učinil francouzskou národní ikonu. Seznam stop CD 1 / La Vie En Rose / Un Refrain Courait Dans La Rue / Hymne ? L'Amour / La Petite Marie / Chante Moi / Chanson Bleue / Pour Qu' Elle Soit Jolie Ma Chanson / Un Grand Amour Qui S'Ach?ve / Légende / C'Est L'Amour Qui Fait Qu'On Aime / La Belle Histoire D'Amour / T'Es L'Homme Qu'll Me Faut / Padam Padam / My Lost Melody (JE N'EN CONNAIS PAS LA FIN) / Notre-Dame De Paris / La Goualante Du Pauvre Jean / Ça Ira / Sous Le Ciel De Paris / Serenade Du Pavé / Diable De La Bastille / CD 2 / Boulevard Du Crime / Les Flonflons Du Bae / Marie Trottoir / Le Billard Électrique / Quatorze Juillet /... (alza.cz)

Kniha - 304 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná (alza.cz)

eBook: \'The Hermit and the Wild Woman\' is a collection of short stories through which Wharton explores the themes of choice and morality. A surprising read, the stories feature a wide variety of central protagonists, including a lawyer\'s wife, a struggling artist, a governor, and a monk living in cloisters. Shot through with wry humour, cultural criticism, and psychological observations, this book is perfect for fans of Wharton, who want to get to know the author a little better. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

We should ask not only how architecture is, but primarily, what it causes. Such is the epigraph for the present work, discussion (not only) architecture in a way that addresses every one of us. The authors of the publication, who have spent much time investigating the mutual relations between human beings, their environment and architecture, demonstrate through concrete examples the importance of mutuality, solitary and cooperation not only in the relations of architecture towards people and the physical environment, but also in the life of society in general. They take as their assumption that the types of connections in which architecture participates and which it creates are founded on identical or similar principles as the relations between people or within nature. In short, it seems that finally the time has come when it will be a matter of course to evaluate architectonic ambitions mostly through their impact on the quality of social life, that of today as well as the future. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

An illustrated monograph celebrating the work of Jaime Sanahuja's architecture studio, established in the 1980s and now based in Valencia, Castellon and Ibiza. The studio's design philosophy is based on the simple values of Mediterranean culture. Sanahuja & Partners is a Spanish architecture studio created by Jaime Sanahuja in the late 1980s. From the beginning, the studio has based its projects on the criteria of quality, innovation and creativity. Working at the firm's current headquarters in Valencia, Castellon and Ibiza, the studio's multidisciplinary team approaches its projects with the following concepts: * careful consideration given to location; * functionality of the spaces; * spatial fluidity; * maximum exploitation of natural light as the main sustainability factors. Consequently, the end result is one of simplicity and clarity, in keeping with the values of Mediterranean culture, which is the main basis of the design philosophy at the studio. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

> Na tento produkt bohužel nelze uplatnit slevový poukaz.> jedinečný pohled na surf komunitu, kulturu a styl> kvalitní grafické zpracování>> originální fotografie> eko nakladatelství Gestalten z Berlína> anglický jazyk (vemzu.cz)

eBook: Well -- I failed to sell the Works, and that increased my discontent. I went through moods of cold unsociability, alternating with sudden flushes of curiosity, when I gloated over stray scraps of talk overheard in railway stations and omnibuses, when strange faces that I passed in the street tantalized me with fugitive promises. I wanted to get away, among things that were unexpected and unknown; and it seemed to me that nobody about me understood in the least what I felt, but that somewhere just out of reach there was some one who did, and whom I must find or despair. . . . (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: The earliest collection of short stories from Edith Wharton, \'The Greater Inclination\' documents the beginning of an outstanding literary career. The book contains seven short stories and one two-act play. In typical Wharton style, the tales deal with the themes of love, marriage, death, deception, American society, and the true intent of art. Wharton\'s eye for the minutiae of social conventions and interactions breathes life into each story. A superb book for those who want to see where it all started. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: The story follows the life of Tina, a young woman caught between the mother who adopted her - the beautiful, upstanding Delia - and her true mother, her plain, unmarried ‘aunt’ Charlotte, who gave Tina up to provide her with a socially acceptable life.The three women live quietly together until Tina’s wedding day, when Delia’s and Charlotte’s hidden jealousies rush to the surface. Originally serialized in The Red Book magazine in 1922, The Old Maid is an examination of class and society as only Edith Wharton could undertake. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Architektonický průvodce zlatou Prahou v anglickém jazyce - od středověku až po současnost. Osvědčení odborníci Chris van Uffelen a Markus Golser představují asi 300 různých pražských budov od nejvýznamnějších architektů z každé historické éry v chronologickém řazení, doplněných velmi kvalitními fotografiemi. Obsahuje dvě podrobné mapy, které umožní návštěvníkům našeho hlavního města procházet a objevovat Prahu přesně podle jejich vlastních zájmů. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Káva je světový pohár. Denně se uvaří, usrkne a vychutná více než 2,25 miliardy. Káva, věrný společník a energický zprostředkovatel každého dne, dala vzniknout celé kavárenské kultuře a vzkvétajícímu odvětví. Zatímco nápravu kofeinu je těžké ignorovat, tento milovaný horký nápoj má bohatou a rozmanitou historii, která klesá hlouběji než dno šálku.Spill the Beans vezme čtenáře na cestu Etiopií, Guatemalou, Vietnamem a mnoha dalšími zeměmi mezi tím a prozkoumá nesčetné způsoby, jakými se káva vyrábí, obchoduje a užívá si ji. Hipsterští baristé možná právě v tuto chvíli sní o příštím sezónním latté, ale příběh o tom, jak se ze skromných fazolí stala globální ikona, je zakořeněn v historii. Tato cesta java, která je základním titulem pro cestovatele v křesle, zvědavé labužníky i milovníky kaváren, ukazuje, že kromě všudypřítomné ploché bílé existuje obrovský svět kávy. Tato kniha je ‚extra žhavé‘ zboží, možná je čas ji ochutnat? (vemzu.cz)

eBook: \'The Descent of Man, and Other Stories,\' is a collection of short stories from the author of such greats as \'The Age of Innocence,\' and \'Ethan Frome.\' Through these sharply-observed tales, Wharton explores the nature of relationships and marriage, compromise, regret – and even throws in a ghost story for good measure. Her writing is peppered with incisive social detail, helping the backdrop to each story breathe as deeply as the characters. A superb book for those who want to get to know this extraordinary novelist a little better.- (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: A masterclass in psychological and supernatural storytelling, \'The Triumph of Night\' follows George Foxon who, one snowy, moonlit night, finds himself in the company of a sick young man and his wealthy uncle. However, Foxon is haunted by a spectre that only he can see. With more than a whiff of Stanley Kubrick\'s \'The Shining\' about it, \'The Triumph of Night\' is a supremely spooky take on the horror genre. - (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: \'The Valley of Decision\' is Wharton\'s first full-length novel. Set in 18th Century, it follows the rising fortunes of Odo Valsecca who, on becoming a man, inherits a dukedom. With the French Revolution a constant shadow, Valsecca must decide whether to fully assume the responsibilities that come with power or whether to ally himself to his working-class roots. A fascinating read, Wharton peppers the tale with plenty of historical detail and insights into human nature. Romantic, dramatic, and elegantly written, this book is perfect for fans of Julia Quinn\'s \'Bridgerton\' series.- (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: A rare work of nonfiction from Edith Wharton, The Writing of Fiction contains timeless advice on writing and reading well from the first woman ever to win a Pulitzer Prize—now with a new introduction by Brandon Taylor.In 1921, Edith Wharton won a Pulitzer Prize for her first novel, The Age of Innocence. Over the course of her career, she would continue to produce beloved, bestselling work—from The House of Mirth to The Custom of the Country—and gained a reputation for her incisive critiques of her upper-class social circle. To each new generation of readers, her work remains fresh, formally remarkable, and endlessly entertaining.The Writing of Fiction is a window into Wharton’s mind as she ponders the intertwined arts of writing and reading. Wharton provides invaluable insight on the subjects of character, the challenge of finely-tuned short stories, the construction of a novel, and more. Beyond a treatise on craft, The Writing of Fiction is a sweeping meditation by a masterful practitioner and a rare chance to experience the inimitable voice of one of America’s most influential novelists. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

'I want – I want somehow to get away with you into a world where words like that – categories like that – won't exist. Where we shall be simply two human beings who love each other, who are the whole of life to each other; and nothing else on earth will matter.’ Newland Archer, a successful and charming young lawyer conducts himself by the rules and standards of the polite, upper class New York society that he resides in. Happily engaged to the pretty and conventional May Welland, his attachment guarantees his place in this rigid world of the elite. However, the arrival of May’s cousin, the exotic and beautiful European Countess Olenska throws Newland’s life upside down. A divorcee, Olenska is ostracised by those around her, yet Newland is fiercely drawn to her wit, determination and willingness to flout convention. With the Countess, Newland is freed from the limitations that surround him and truly begins to ‘feel’ for the first time. Wharton’s subtle exposé of the manners and etiquette of 1870s New York society is both comedic, subtle, satirical and cynical in style and paints an evocative picture of a man torn between his passion and his obligation. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Na základě kurátorů ArchDaily více než 40 000 projektů za posledních 15 let se zaměřuje na nejinovativnější zastavěná prostředí naší doby – ta, která dláždí cestu k lepší a udržitelnější budoucnosti. Kniha, která se soustředí na 10 principů dobré architektury ArchDaily, představuje bohatou škálu projektů – postavených i plánovaných – od zapadlé restaurace s výhledem do podzemí až po středomořskou jeskyni přeměněnou na pozoruhodnou rezidenci. Odráží globální komunitu tvůrců světa, oslavuje nejvizionárnější architekty a představuje odvážné nové talenty. Zkoumá klíčová témata a trendy, které nově definují zastavěné prostředí, označujíce popředí architektonického myšlení a praxe dnes, s ohledem na zítřek. (vemzu.cz)

> Na tento produkt bohužel nelze uplatnit slevový poukaz.> designová inspirace na bydlení mimo rušná města> inovativní nápady pro alternativní život> kvalitní grafické zpracování> originální fotografie> eko nakladatelství Gestalten z Berlína> anglický jazyk (vemzu.cz)

Humans have been building homes from wood for thousands of years, and yet, in a contemporary world of option and innovation, the most primitive resource could in fact be the most pertinent. Stretching back to historic Japanese houses, becoming synonymous with resort accommodation, and intertwining itself in the modern trend of hygge, its tactility and warmth have influenced countless architectural design movements. Timber is fast emerging as a viable material of choice, a safe, sturdy, and sustainable alternative to concrete. Architects are rediscovering wood’s universal appeal, thanks to recent technological advances. This book explores the innovative and inspiring ways architects are using this universal building material. Spanning grand Alpine escapes to tropical getaways, plywood penthouses to mass timber high-rises, Out of the Woods documents their progressive and inspiring creations from the foundations up. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

How can we build a sustainable future in a time of climate change and dwindling resources? Building for Change collects the strategies of reuse together, demonstrating their power for change through groundbreaking projects from some of the world’s leading architects. From waste repurposed as construction materials, to buildings reworked with canny spatial interventions, and modular structures designed to be dismantled, discover how the architecture of creative reuse is helping us build a better tomorrow. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Street fashion and urban culture have come a long way from humble beginnings in the ‘90s. From disparate local scenes in Japan, Europe, and the US, the youth-driven movements of hip-hop, punk, and skateboarding have finally infiltrated high fashion. Brands are now eager to collaborate with the icons of music and art who are leading this creative crossover. Customers will stand in line for hours to be the first to own exclusive pieces designed by the likes of Pharrell Williams, Kanye West, and Tom Sachs. Based in New York, Berlin, and Tokyo, lifestyle publication Highsnobiety is at the forefront of this global phenomenon. The Incomplete immortalizes the stories of brands ranging from Supreme to COMME des GARÇONS. Alongside the most influential designers and tastemakers, Higsnobiety highlights the pieces and brands in men’s fashion which have stood the test of time. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: U zrodu této knihy stál projekt vedený Petrem Pokorným, zaměřený na zkoumání biblických kořenů křesťanské kultury. Výsledkem měla být koherentní kolektivní monografie na toto téma. V důsledku neočekávaného úmrtí P. Pokorného na začátku roku 2020 však nemohl být uskutečněn podle původního plánu. Ve výsledku jde tak spíše o volný soubor statí, které zkoumají rozličné aspekty Bible a křesťanství v jejich vztahu ke kultuře. První část se soustředí na speciální biblistická témata, druhá pak sleduje historické, filosofické a kulturní souvislosti. Autorem dvou statí je i sám profesor Pokorný a celá kniha je věnována jeho památce. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

> Na tento produkt bohužel nelze uplatnit slevový poukaz.Fine charcuterie made with passion and respect is experiencing an undeniable revival. Combining quality with consciousness, young butchers are shaking up the trade and making delectable products from premium ingredients, rediscovering pâtés, sausages, and cold cuts.Crafted Meat documents current developments in today’s new meat culture for both epicures and makers. The book offers must-know information, delicious recipes, and expert tips for cooking enthusiasts and anyone who cares about what they eat.Crafted Meat is a compelling visual reference on today’s new meat culture. The book documents current developments, products, and background stories for both epicures and makers. In addition to introducing the differences between cattle breeds and cuts of meat, it offers advice on which questions to ask a butcher and what to look for when making a purchase. It also includes guides for making liverwurst and salsiccia, an Italian sausage, as well as a selection of delicious recipes especially created for this book that bring the new meat movement to the home table.Mouth-wateringly inspirational, Crafted Meat is an informative contemporary survey of a culinary art that plays a significant role in today’s new food culture. (vemzu.cz)

eBook: Set against the rigid social backdrop of New York in the 1870s, \'New Year\'s Day\' tells the tale of Lizzie Hazeldean, who needs to find a way of making money. With her husband ill and ladies of leisure looking down their respective noses at her, she is faced with some difficult decisions. Old New York is beautifully described in this, the last of Wharton\'s novellas set here, and the social conventions of the time don\'t escape her critical eye. With an unexpected plot twist, this is a superb read for Wharton fans and those who want to get to know her work. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Her beloved France was torn apart by the First World War and yet Edith Wharton still felt compelled to put pen to paper. Inspired by some of her own experiences, \'A Son at the Front\' tells the story of George, who is enlisted into the French Army. However, the focus falls firmly on the family left George\'s divorced mother and father, and his stepfather. To make matters even more complicated, George\'s parents are American, leaving them feeling like strangers in a strange land.\'A Son at the Front\' explores themes of social expectations, unfulfilled dreams, pride, and broken marriages. While Wharton is better known for her searing satires on the American upper classes, \'A Son at the Front\' is one of many books featuring France and the First World War. A gripping read from one of the most celebrated authors of the 20th Century.- (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Each moment in Auschwitz was hell on earth. It was also my best classroom. Subjected to loss, torture, starvation and the constant threat of death, I discovered tools for survival and freedom that I continue to use every day.In her darkest moments, Edith Eger discovered that the most damaging prison was the one in her mind. Drawing on her incredible story and experience as a celebrated therapist, she shares valuable life lessons to heal and inspire so that we too can break free from whatever's holding us back. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Hudební CD - Édith Piaf vlastním jménem Édith Giovanna Gassion, známá pod pseudonymem Vrabčák (La Môme Piaf) byla světoznámá a oblíbená francouzská šansoniérka. Édith Piaf vlastním jménem Édith Giovanna Gassion, známá pod pseudonymem Vrabčák (La Môme Piaf) byla světoznámá a oblíbená francouzská šansoniérka.Její způsob interpretace odrážel praktické zkušenosti ze života, které sama prožila, anebo vnitřní poměry, ve kterých se právě nacházela. Tento umělecký přístup z ní nakonec učinil francouzskou národní ikonu.Šansony jako „La vie en rose” (Růžový život), „L'hymne ? l'amour” (Óda na lásku), „Milord” a „Non, je ne regrette rien” (Ničeho nelituji) jí přinesly světovou popularitu.Seznam stopCD 1 1946-1951 1. La Vie En... (alza.cz)