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|  | The Merchant of Venice by A. L. Rowse, Alan Durband, Annabel Patterson, Barbara A. Mowat, Bernard Lott
Description not available.A new edition of The Merchant of Venice is complemented by an overview of Shakespeare's life and theater, an introduction to the play, selections from the play's sources, critical commentaries, a history of notable stage and film productions, textual notes, and a bibliography. Original. AUTHOR: A. L. Rowse, Alan Durband, Annabel Patterson, Barbara A. Mowat, Bernard Lott
PUBLISHER: N A L
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Art & Architecture 
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 | Leonardo by Harlow Tighe, Pietro C. Marani, Pinin Brambilla Barcilon
This comprehensive book covers not only the painting history and the techniques involved in its creation--but its restoration (finished in 2000) by one of the authors, Pinin Brambilla Barcilon. AUTHOR: Harlow Tighe, Pietro C. Marani, Pinin Brambilla Barcilon
PUBLISHER: University of Chicago Press
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Art & Architecture
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 | Walking on Water by Madeleine L'Engle
The bestselling author of such classics as A Wrinkle in Time, A Swiftly Tilting Planet, and Certain Women reflects on art and faith with the fierce intelligence and imaginative daring that have made her one of our most cherished authors. The task of the artist, as she sees it, involves listening, keeping oneself fully aware, and then responding to creation with one's own art. AUTHOR: Madeleine L'Engle
PUBLISHER: Farrar, Straus & Giroux, LLC
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Art & Architecture
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 | Mastering Fine Decorative Paint Techniques by Kathie Robitiz, Sharon Ross
Decorative faux finishes such as marblizing, stenciling, sponging, glazing, etc., can transform an ordinary room into a masterpiece. They offer an inexpensive, creative alternative to plain wallpapered and painted walls and accessories. This reference book is intended for the beginning do-it-youselfer as well as the seasoned professional. AUTHOR: Kathie Robitiz, Sharon Ross
PUBLISHER: Creative Homeowner Press
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Art & Architecture
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 | Protecting the Past from Natural Disasters
What to Do Before, During and After a Natural Disaster When disasters strike, they often hit hardest on historic buildings and landscapes. Hurricanes blow off roofs and uproot ancient trees. Earthquakes tear apart Victorian Main Streets. Floods wash away irreplaceable furnishings and artwork. But simple planning steps can make a difference. In this practical guide, the National Trust shows how everyone who cares for our past can prepare for, respond to and recover from the next natural disaster.
CATEGORY: Art & Architecture
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 | Lost Boston by Jane Holtz Kay
An illustrated architectural history of Boston, Massachusetts, with a plea for its continued preservation. AUTHOR: Jane Holtz Kay
PUBLISHER: Houghton Mifflin Company
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Art & Architecture
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