Focusing on cosplay as a vibrant subculture, this book explores the creative processes involved in crafting costumes and identities. It delves into the community aspect, highlighting playful spaces where enthusiasts come together to express themselves through performance. The text offers insights into the everyday practices that define cosplay, making it an essential resource for understanding this unique form of artistic expression and social interaction.
This title offers a peek inside some of the world's most famous and exciting cities. Illustrations take readers on virtual tours of London, Paris, New York, Venice and more. Flaps reveal extra facts, information and surprises.
A celebration of the cursorial hunting dogs, those using speed and sight to hunt for man's cooking pot for over three millennia. Meticulously researched, it covers both British and foreign breeds, including some that are hardly known, covering their sporting past and arguing strongly for a sporting future for them.
This is a must-have encyclopedia with over 1500 amazing photographs, illustrations and diagrams. Topics covered include animals and plants, how the human body works, history, cultures, science, technology, space, and our world.
Hundreds of questions about the past are answered in this book, aimed at younger readers.
This is a fabulous flap book for older children showing what life was like in the 14th century. Stunning illustrations and over 80 flaps reveal fascinating historical facts of life in the Middle Ages. Scenes include a town market day, a lord's castle, a country village and a castle under siege. It includes an illustrated who's who in medieval society, a delightful small booklet on living in a castle and internet links to fun websites to find out more.
We've chosen and inspected over 600 special pubs and inns throughout England and Wales, from little-changed authentic locals to stylish gastropubs. Clear symbols show where children are welcome, where there's a wide choice of beers and wines, locally-sourced food, great walks, and open fires. Some of them also have special bedrooms, all of which have been inspected by the Sawday team. And for the second year, we are giving a smattering of awards for the best community pubs, the best authentic pubs, the best pubs with special rooms, and the best pubs with organic and locally sourced food.
Visit the world of ancient Rome, from bustling streets and the busy port to steaming baths and gruesome games. This book reveals how the Romans really lived.
Tato kniha je bránou poznání pro zvídavé děti. Nabízí se vám v ní přes 1500 nádherných fotografií, ilustrací a grafů, nejaktuálnější informace o stovkách předmětů, jednoduché a bezpečné pokusy, mapy světa a vlajky všech států, kvízy a odborné slovníčky, fakta a rekordy o Zemi a vesmíru. Navíc lze prostřednictvím Usborne Quicklinks stáhnout více než 150 webových stránek.
The Tlingit culture is explored through a blend of personal insights and historical context, showcasing their vibrant artistic heritage. Set against the backdrop of southeast Alaska's bountiful natural resources, the narrative highlights how the region's rich marine life and forests enabled the Tlingit to thrive and develop a unique culture. The book delves into their art and traditions, as well as the complexities of their social structures, including aspects of warfare and trade, offering a comprehensive understanding of their evolution in this resource-rich environment.