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Zustand: Good. Good condition. Good dust jacket.

Soft cover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. English text.; Paperback.; 23 x 30.5 cm.; 1.2 Kg.; 320 pages with colour illustrations throughout.; Used with signs of wear on the exterior. Interior as new with minor signs of wear. Very good condition overall.; Catalogue from the exhibition Goryeo Dynasty: Korea's Age of Enlightenment, 918-1392, held at the Asian Art Museum - Chong-Moon Lee Center for Asian Art and Culture, from October 18, 2003, to January 11, 2004.; Few people are aware that the name Korea is derived from Goryeo of the Goryeo dynasty (918-1392). Under the patronage of the royal court, the aristocracy and the Buddhist elite - whose taste are for luxury and refinement was unprecedented in the history of Korea- spectacular achievements were made in all areas of the arts during this period. This catalogue documents not only the famous Goryeo achievements in ceramics but also lesser known Buddhist paintings, illuminated sutras, sculpture, lacquer, and metal crafts. Drawing from thirty-five contributing institutions, it brings together some of the most exquisite works of Korean art from the tenth to the fourteenth century, including many that have never before traveled to the West. A valuable resource to anyone interested in the classic arts of East Asia.

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - What if plants could share food, communicate with other organisms, or even raise their young In Social Lives of Plants, readers will discover that plants are far more than silent, solitary beings they are active participants in a dynamic world that paints the Earth green.Plants live among many neighbors other plants, microorganisms, animals, and humans. Despite being immobile and surrounded by numerous organisms that might exploit them, plants successfully defend themselves and reproduce. But they do more than just endure they also actively use other organisms to support their growth and ensure their survival. The strategies plants employ for these interactions are astonishingly diverse and innovative. Through these interactions, plants and their social partners evolve, bring about changes in ecosystems and enrich them. This book presents up-to-date information on the full spectrum of plant interactions ranging from cooperation to competition, manipulation, and even biological warfare. It also explores how human activity influences plant survival, the challenges posed by climate change, and how we might move toward more sustainable agriculture. Designed for curious readers and aspiring plant scientists alike, the book is written in clear, accessible language without sacrificing accuracy. References cited throughout the text offer pathways for deeper exploration. Detailed and informative illustrations support readers in understanding the content.