Tuttle publishing jul 2026 (6 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A fun and accessible introduction to studying kungfu--designed specifically with the interests and capabilities of young martial artists in mind.>First time martial arts students are not just starting a program of physical and mental practice. They are entering a new world--one that not only has new rules, new goals, and even new clothing--but that also offers them lots of new opportunities for fun and accomplishment. Kungfu for Kids will help prepare kids to start learning about kungfu and help them practice at home. It includes thorough introductions to the history and philosophy of the techniques, what to expect in the first few classes, how to warm up and practice, and advice on setting goals. With over 75 full-color illustrations, including 40 clearly diagrammed kungfu exercises, along with lots of fun facts and informative sidebars written in kid-friendly jargon-free language, this is the perfect introduction for the younger martial artist. Tok, Stephanie (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Tomoko Fuse is considered a living master of modular and practical origami.' --The New York Times This incredible book by Tomoko Fuse, Japan's most famous living origami artist, shows you how to create dozens of amazing geometric kusudama spheres using many small paper squares that are folded then locked together (without the use of glue or tape) by the tension of the paper itself! She provides detailed step-by-step instructions for more than 40 wonderfully decorative models, including: - The skeletal Amaryllis and Unity models, whose delicate frames are filled with voids and openings- The chunky Slash and Patchwork models, with their robust construction and strong lines- The Twist Flower and Tornado--stylish models incorporating triangular color schemes- Exquisitely frilly models, such as the Pomegranate and Iris, bristling with decorative flourishes- The visually striking Spica and Dandelion, boasting spiky zig-zag cone-encrusted surfaces- And so many more!Tomoko Fuse's Amazing Kusudama Origami features over 650 folding diagrams with easy-to-follow instructions and photos showing you how to create each geometric model.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An illustrated history of Japan's amazing bullet trains--the original high-speed network! This first-ever photographic history offers a rare archival look at the rise and evolution of the legendary system that has crisscrossed Japan for over 60 years. Make station stops as the lines linked and expanded. Trace the tech evolution of trains that became sleeker and ever faster through the years. This illustrated guide gives readers a first-class seat on a fact-filled journey through time, offering: - A visual overview of the changes in the lines, trains and services over the past 60-plus years- Glimpses of the preparations and work required before the first tracks were even laid- A look at the services that were discontinued and the limited express lines created- Social history, such as the introduction of smoking cars and commuter passesAll aboard for a colorful photographic history of 60 years of Japan's amazing shinkansen--the bullet train.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A CIA-orchestrated escape through the Iron Curtain launched Denis D. Gray into a life on the front lines of history. Born Zdenek Mecir in communist Czechoslovakia, Gray's dramatic flight to freedom set the stage for a legendary career as a foreign correspondent for the Associated Press. Over five decades reporting from nearly 40 countries, he covered the Vietnam War, the fall of Phnom Penh and Cambodia's 'Killing Fields,' and conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. In Lost Horizons, Gray recounts encounters with kings, killers and celebrities, alongside brushes with death, betrayal, love and friendships forged in war. Structured thematically rather than chronologically, this deeply personal memoir captures both the violence of global conflict and the fragile humanity within it. Drawing on eight decades of upheaval and change, Gray reflects on authoritarianism, the decline of journalism, climate change, and the shifting moral landscape of our time, while wrestling with his own longing for peace and belonging. Lost Horizons is a vivid account of breathtaking change across the world--and of one man's search for a horizon that never quite stops moving.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Featuring over 800 photographs, this richly illustrated volume is an essential reference for collectors, scholars, and admirers of Peranakan decorative arts. Created for affluent Peranakan communities in Singapore, Penang, and Malacca during the 19th and early 20th centuries, these vibrant ceramics remain highly sought after by collectors today. Straits-born Chinese, or Peranakans, in Penang, Malacca and Singapore, used this ornate and colorful enamelware on festive occasions such as weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and Chinese New Year. Detailed photographs, reign marks, factory marks, and expert commentary make this volume an indispensable identification and reference guide. In-depth discussion of the motifs, colors, forms and functions of Peranakan Chinese ceramics makes this an invaluable reference. Supporting photographs and text introduce related aspects of Peranakan culture including architecture, dress, cuisine and customs, making Peranakan Chinese Porcelain a wonderful contribution to the history of the Straits Chinese.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Ningyo: The Art of the Japanese Doll features over 250 unique photographs as well as extensive commentary and background history. Japanese dolls (ningyo) have played an important role in Japanese art and culture since its earliest stages of development, as talismanic figures, festival centerpieces, medical study tools, theater props, decorative objects, childhood playthings, and avidly collected art forms. Ningyo: The Art of the Japanese Doll is the most comprehensive book on antique Japanese dolls and figurines published in English. The book focuses on the many types of Japanese dolls: - gosho: palace dolls- hina: Girl's Day dolls- musha: warrior dolls for the Boy's Day Festival- isho: fashion dollsThe principal forms of the dolls and their history, stylistic development, cultural context, and economic imperatives are discussed against the backdrop of Edo-period society and popular culture. Beautifully detailed color photographs of ningyo drawn from private collections--many published here for the first time--along with related materials selected from celebrated museums and temple collections, such as folding screens, woodblock prints, sculpture, painting, ceramics, and textiles, help place the dolls in their cultural context. Ningyo: The Art of the Japanese Doll is a fascinating book for anyone interested in Asian doll art and doll collecting.…