Anness publishing jan 2012 (11 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This is an authoritative account of the history and philosophy of the Islamic faith, shown in more than 300 photographs and fine-art illustrations. This is an insightful and accessible study of Islamic faith and Muslim life. It examines the essential principles of Islamic belief such as one God, the attributes of Allah, divine will, free will, the day of judgement, and heaven and hell. It includes a fascinating overview of the spiritual aspects of Islam, as well as its wider influence on social institutions, such as marriage, the family, businesses, courts and government. It describes the distinguishing features of the Sunni, Shia and Sufi denominations. It is stunningly illustrated with over 300 colour photographs, including magnificent fine-art paintings. Islam is a powerful force today, with Muslims representing around a quarter of the global population, some 1.4 billion people. It is one of the world's younger faiths, yet in its 1400-year history its impact has been astonishing and immense. The purpose of this book is to provide a refreshing and detailed guide to and insight into the beliefs and religious practices of the Islamic faith. The volume begins by exploring the theological beliefs and the ritual worship practices of Islam, such as the six articles of belief and the five pillars of faith. The life of a Muslim is then described, from the social interaction between people to the rules of dress for men and women. The final chapter reviews the unity and division amongst the worldwide Muslim community. Each chapter also includes special themed spreads, highlighting particular issues, people and places of importance to Islam. Lavishly illustrated with over 300 photographs and fine-art paintings, this superb book offers a factual account of Islamic beliefs and rituals, and provides a greater understanding of Islam and its teachings. An insightful and accessible study of Islamic faithand Muslim life Examines the essential principles of Islamic beliefsuch as one God, the attributes of Allah, divine will,free will, the day of judgement, and heaven and hell Includes a fascinating overview of the spiritualaspects of Islam, as well as its wider influence on socialinstitutions, such as marriage, the family, businesses,courts and government Describes the distinguishing features of the Sunni,Shia and Sufi denominations Stunningly illustrated with over 300 colourphotographs, including magnificent fine-art paintings.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Sun-drenched dishes from Morocco, Spain, Turkey, Greece, France and Italy, with more than 315 photographs.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The perfect introduction to one of today's tastest-growing and most popular activities, full of tips to help you stay motivated and keep running.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Today's hectic lifestyle often leaves vegetarians at a loss for simple ideas for midweek meals and speedy suppers. This fabulous collection contains 190 mouthwatering vegetarian dishes that can all be put on the table in 20 minutes or less.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This title helps you discover the secrets of one of the world's great hidden cuisines, defined by strong flavours and complex tastes. Over 75 deliciously fiery, aromatic and robust recipes include classic dishes, regional specialities, home-kitchen favourites, and sizzling street food. A fascinating introduction explains the history of Korean cooking, followed by a visual guide to all the traditional ingredients and how to prepare and use them. There are over 300 colour photographs, with stunning pictures of every finished dish. It features easy-to-follow illustrated step-by-step instructions to ensure perfect results every time. This book sets out to reveal the secrets of this great, unexplored, centuries-old culinary tradition in a way that is accessible, understandable, practical and achievable in the Western kitchen. It opens with a comprehensive introduction to the history, flavours and styles of this unique cuisine, including everything you need to know about regional and local ingredients, classic equipment and special skills and techniques. Then come the treasures: delicious, fiery, aromatic and robust recipes which form a collection that summarises the classic Korean repertoire. Each recipe has a detailed ingredients list, a breakdown table of nutritional values, cooking instructions and a colour photograph of the finished dish. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This is the ultimate survival manual, a comprehensive, practical, all-climate, all-terrain guide to the basics of wilderness travel, outdoor living and surviving extreme situations. Substantial sections highlight possible threats and dangers in life, from terrorism, accident, fire, flood or crime, and provide practical solutions and professional teaching for urban prevention, protection and safety strategies. For first-time and fully experienced campers and explorers alike, this illustrated and expert guide shows you exactly what you need to know to safely enjoy the great outdoors, survive in extreme conditions, and protect yourself and your loved ones. Essential guidance on the skills needed to experience the great outdoors safely, how to survive disasters of all types on land, at sea, and in the air, and how to preserve personal and family safety in the city How to cope with extreme survival situations in any terrain and climate: digging a snow hole, finding water in the desert or erecting a natural shelter in the jungle Practical projects include making a shelter, how to signal for help, emergency first aid, tying knots, starting a fire without matches and how to track and trap animals, as well as dealing with a range of emergency situations such as avalanche, mountain falls or capsizing in water Illustrated with 1400 photographs and illustrations, including step-by-step sequences throughout.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Bursting with over 150 authentic Mexican recipes, shown in over 750 photographs, with each dish pictured in step-by-step instructions.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This book is a must for adventurous cooks who want to bring fun, color and spice into their kitchens.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Written for those who simply enjoy drinking wine and for connoisseurs looking for a deeper knowledge of a fascinating subject, this book is a comprehensive, authoritative and accessible guide.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This lavish collection is the ultimate guide to making the most of your slow cooker, with over 200 recipes ranging from all-time classic family meals to sophisticated dinners and exciting modern creations. Whether you are a recent convert to the delights of creating easy and succulent dishes in the slow cooker, or want to widen your existing recipe repertoire, this book will provide endless inspiration. Over 900 tempting photographs make it easy to follow.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Born to a working class family in the French town of Limoges, Renoir went on to become one of Europe's most celebrated impressionist painters, with a career spanning 60 years over the 19th and early 20th centuries. He started in a porcelain factory painting designs on fine china, moving on to study art under Charles Gleyre in Paris, and working with the Masters Claude Monet, Alfred Sisley and Frederic Bazille. He won acclaim when six of his paintings were hung in the first Impressionist exhibition., This informative and fascinating new book looks in detail at Renoir's influences, life and works. The first part of the book begins with an examination of his style; it covers RenoirÆs techniques and training; painting copies at the Louvre, his time at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts; meeting his muse, Lise Trehot; working with fellow impressionist artists, and his struggles for recognition., The volume investigates his move away from Impressionism, his stay in Guernsey and the changes to his personal life and the way in which these informed his work. It documents his eventual success in the art world and the exhibitions and shows that were to win him fame and critical acclaim. It also considers the devastating series of illnesses and losses that blighted the end of Renoir's long painting career. , The second part of the book is a comprehensive gallery showing the artistÆs work in 300 glorious pictures, each accompanied by an in-depth analysis of its context within his life, his technique and his body of work as a whole., With its engaging narrative and 500 superb reproductions and photographs, this new book is essential reading for anyone who wishes to know about this enduring artist and to enjoy his greatest works in one wonderful collection., An expert and comprehensive new reference book on the life and works of the influential impressionist artist, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Offers a fascinating and lively exploration of the artist's personal life, education, artistic influences and historical context at a time when the Impressonist style was still developing, Explores the artist's creative progress from copying the paintings of the Masters at the Louvre, to studying at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts, and to working with contemporaries such as Claude Monet, Features an extensive gallery of paintings accompanied by an analysis of the work, and how each painting fits into the artist's entire oeuvre , Beautifully illustrated with 500 outstanding colour images, covering all of Renoir's most well-known and loved paintings, as well as pictures of the artist's homes, life and family.…