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|  | The Memoirs of Giorgio de Chirico by Giorgio De Chirico, Margaret Crosland
The self-portrait that emerges in these pages is, like de Chirico's early canvases, a projection of the obsessions and inner conflicts of an artist of unequivocal integrity, who, gradually insulating himself from crumbling values, became convinced of his own creative supremacy at the center of the universe. AUTHOR: Giorgio De Chirico, Margaret Crosland
PUBLISHER: Da Capo Press, Incorporated
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Art & Architecture 
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 | Macbeth by A. R. Braunmuller, Alan Durband, Barbara A. Mowat, Braham Murray, Daniel Leary
Shakespeare's dark portrait of ambition begins when three prophesying witches conspire to meet with Macbeth. Obliging his fate, he indeed encounters these Weird Sisters, who mysteriously refer to him by the title Thane of Cawdor, and moreover, as the future king. Macbeth's companion Banquo is told that his descendants will inherit the throne. Macbeth and Banquo are dumbstruck when two noblemen of Scotland arrive announcing Macbeth's new title; with confirmation of the prophesy, the seeds of ambition are planted. When Lady Macbeth learns about the prophesy of her husband's rule in a letter from him, she begins plotting the murder of Duncan, King of Scotland. The murder of the King sets in motion a series of dark deeds that torment Macbeth and Lady Macbeth with guilt, especially when the ghost of Banquo, who is among the couple's slain, appears at a banquet. The guilt manifests pointedly when Lady Macbeth, in a somnolent state, attempts to wash the blood from her hands, famously uttering Out, damn'd spot! out I say! MACBETH was Probably written between 1603 and 1606, the last of his major tragedies. A concise drama, MACBETH may be brief as the result of Shakespeare's having learned of King James's penchant for shorter works. The plot was inspired by the Chronicles of Holinshed's narrative of the reigns of Duncan and Macbeth. Richard Burbage, one of the most prominent actors of the Elizabethan stage, is said to have originated the title role. The earliest extant evidence of performance refers to a staging in 1611, but indirect evidence, such as the work's influence on other plays of the period, suggests an earlier debut. AUTHOR: A. R. Braunmuller, Alan Durband, Barbara A. Mowat, Braham Murray, Daniel Leary
PUBLISHER: Tuttle Publishing
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Art & Architecture
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 | LOFTS by Orianna Banks, Rebecca Tanqueray
Description not available.Discusses the appeal of lofts, provides a history of loft living, and includes decorating ideas for various styles and spaces AUTHOR: Orianna Banks, Rebecca Tanqueray
PUBLISHER: Universe Publishing
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Art & Architecture
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 | Watson-Guptill Sketchbook by Watson-Guptill Publications Staff
Now available in four colors and three sizes, these sketchbooks are ideal for artists on the go. Both serious artists and casual doodlers have found dozens of uses for these handsome sketchbooks, which are now offered in four colors and three sizes. Many choose the popular 8 1/4 x 11 format for working outdoors or toting to art class. Others like to toss the smaller 51/2 x 8 1/4 size or the new 4 x 6 size (hunter green only) into a purse or backpack so they are always ready to jot down visual ideas or sketch an interesting character. The archival-quality, vellum-finish paper is especially appealing to artists. It will not yellow with time, ensuring the preservation of their drawings, and its smooth surface readily accepts pencil, ballpoint, pen-and-ink, charcoal, marker, and other drawing mediums. Artists also appreciate the rounded and sewn bindings, which allow the books to lie flat while they work. The covers have a leather finish but are actually tough, waterproof Kivar. Trim size, number of pages, and other specifications are printed on a peel-off sticker. AUTHOR: Watson-Guptill Publications Staff
PUBLISHER: Watson-Guptill Publications, Incorporated
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Art & Architecture
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 | The School for Scandal & Other Plays by Eric S. Rump, Michael Cordner, Richard Brinsley Sheridan
The best comedy of manners in English, this delightful play brilliantly skewers the affectation and pretentiousness of aristocratic Londoners of the 1770's. AUTHOR: Eric S. Rump, Michael Cordner, Richard Brinsley Sheridan
PUBLISHER: Viking Penguin
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Art & Architecture
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 | How I Made a Hundred Movies in Hollywood & Never Lost a Dime by Jim Jerome, Roger Corman
A splendidly instructive and entertaining contribution to film history and a quick lesson on the efficient showstring style of filmmaking by a maverick genius of innovation and exploitation. . . . Corman teaches, as well as delights .-- Choice . 39 photos. AUTHOR: Jim Jerome, Roger Corman
PUBLISHER: Da Capo Press, Incorporated
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Art & Architecture
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