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Opening a Mountain: Koans of the Zen Masters
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Heine, Steven, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, With the growing popularity of Zen Buddhism in the West, virtually everyone knows, or thinks they know, what a koan is: a brief and baffling question or statement that cannot be solved by the logical mind and which, after sustained concentration, can lead to sudden enlightenment. But the truth about koans is both simpler--and more complicated--than this. In Opening a Mountain, Steven Heine shows that koans, and the questions we associate with them--such as "What is the sound of one hand clapping?"--are embedded in larger narratives and belong to an ancient Buddhist tradition of "encounter dialogues." These dialogues feature dramatic and often inscrutable contests between masters and disciples, or between masters and an array of natural and supernatural forces: rouge priests, "wild foxes," hermits, wizards, shapeshifters, magical animals, and dangerous women. To establish a new monastery, "to open a mountain," the Zen master had to tame these wild forces in regions most remote from civilization. In these extraordinary encounters, fingers and arms are cut off, pitchers are kicked over, masters appear in and interpret each other's dreams, and seemingly absurd statements are shown to reveal the deepest insights. Heine restores these koans to their original traditions, allowing readers to see both the complex elements of Chinese culture and religion that they reflect and the role they played in Zen's transformation of local superstitions into its own teachings. Offering a fresh approach to one of the most crucial elements of Zen Buddhism, Opening a Mountain is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the full story behind koans and the mysterious worlds they come from.
Daily Life in the Medieval Islamic World
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lindsay, James E., PUBLISHER: Hackett Publishing Company, From the time of its birth in Mecca in the 7th century C.E., Islam and the Islamic world rapidly expanded outward, extending to Spain and West Africa in the west, and to Central Asia and the Indian Subcontinent in the east. An examination of the daily life in these Islamic regions provides insight into a civilized, powerful, and economically stable culture, where large metropolitan centers such as Damascus, Baghdad, and Cairo thrived in many areas, including intellectual and scientific inquiry. In contrast with medieval Europe, there is little common knowledge in the West of the culture and history of this vibrant world, as different from our own in terms of the political, religious, and social values it possessed, as it is similar in terms of the underlying human situation that supports such values. This book provides an intimate look into the daily life of the medieval Islamic world, and is thus an invaluable resource for students and general readers alike interested in understanding this world, so different, and yet so connected, to our own. Chapters include discussions of: the major themes of medieval Islamic history; Arabia, the world of Islamic origins; warfare and politics; the major cities of Damascus, Baghdad, and Cairo; religious rituals and worship; and a section on "curious and entertaining information." Author James E. Lindsay further provides a focused look at the daily lives of urban Muslims during this time period, and of their interactions with Jews, Christians and other Muslims. Timelines, tables (including a calendar conversion to align the Islamic lunar and the Christian solar dates, and a dynastic table highlighting the major genealogies of the ancient rulingfamilies), a bibliography, and a glossary of important dates and technical terms are also provided to assist the reader.
Ninevah and Its Remains: A Narrative of an Expedition to
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Layard, Austen Henry / Fagan, Brian M., PUBLISHER: Lyons Press, A rise, go to Nineveh, that great city, " said the Lord to Jonah. For centuries, generations of scholars pondered the historical truth of the Scriptures. Had Ninevah actually been a great city? The question would remain unsolved for centuries. But in , a twenty-two-year-old Londoner named Austen Henry Layard left England for Ceylon, modern-day Sri Lanka, seeking a less dreary place in which to practice law. He never got there. Traveling by land, he reached the town of Mosul, on the banks of the Tigris, and spent the next ten years in Persia. Driven by little more than an insatiable well of desire for discovery, Layard soon became the foremost archeologist of his time, and discovered the ancient ruins of Ninevah at the tender age of thirty one. While the British Museum unloaded hundreds of tons of sculpture from Layard's excavations, Layard wrote "Nineveh and Its Remains," a popular account of his discoveries reprinted in an abridged form here. The book appeared to rapturous acclaim and sold out numerous printings. Everyone loved the fluent mix of high adventure and archaeology in his books, the intoxicating stew of compelling characters and sudden crises. He made the Assyrians accessible to the common person and brought alive a shadowy Biblical civilization. The book made Austen Henry Layard one of the archaeological immortals, who achieved miracles of discovery against seemingly impossible odds. Originally published in , "Nineveh and Its Remains" is Layard's account of his extraordinary discoveries in the East. This masterpiece, described by the London Times as "the most extraordinary work of the present age, " is one of the great archeological books of all time.
Dawn of Camelot
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Evans, Quinn Taylor, PUBLISHER: Zebra Books, The story of King Arthur, Merlin, and Camelot is as boundless as it is timeless in its hold an our imaginations. And, like Mary Stewart's classic Merlin trilogy, Quinn Taylor Evans's Merlin's Legacy series has been hailed by readers and critics alike for its dazzling and original evocation of the Arthurian legend. Now, this accomplished and acclaimed writer takes us back to 514 A.D. for a prequel to the previous tales in the series. On the Island of the Mists -- enchanted, changeless Avalon -- Meg grew to power among the immortals, a rare and beautiful creature with a fierce inner strength. She was also Merlin's sister, gifted with a power -- and a will -- to match those of the great sorcerer. She longed to know the mortal world, where the sorrow of death was balanced by the joys of life and love. And so, one day between darkness and dawn, she took an human form and stepped from the safe haven of Avalon into the strife and war that divided ancient Britain...where a fierce warrior cast a passionate spell on her soul. Since childhood, Connor of Lyonesse fought to preserve Britain for Arthur, the boy-king who had fled his kingdom fifteen years before. The loyal knight had no use for myths and fairy tales. Little did he know that the sweet maid nearly slain by his own hand one dewy morning was a living legend who would work a shattering change on his embittered life. Nor could he have ever imagined that her gentle love commanded strong magic that would grant his heart's desire.
Lexicon Topographicum Urbis Romae - Opera completa
Lexicon Topographicum Urbis Romae 6 volumi racchiusi in custodie mute A cura di Eva Margareta Steinby Edizioni Quasar Dimensioni 31x24 cm circa, rilegature editoriali, sovraccoperte illustrate, custodie mute. Volume I - A-C 480 pagine, 196 illustrazioni, anno di edizione Volume II - D-G - 502 pagine, 188 illustrazioni, anno di edizione Volume III - H-O - 512 pagine, 221 illustrazioni, anno di edizione Volume IV - P-S - 520 pagine, 179 illustrazioni e 1 tavola fuori testo, anno di edizione Volume V - T-Z Addenda et corrigenda - 376 pagine, 114 illustrazioni, anno di edizione Volume VI - INDICI Addenda et corrigenda - 144 pagine, anno di edizione Attraverso i suoi oltre lemmi per Roma dentro le mura, il Lexicon si propone di sostituire "A Topographical Dictionary of Ancient Rome" di Platner e Ashb e riassume lo stato della ricerca sulla topografia di Roma antica fino alle soglie del VII sec. d.C. 5 volumi sono dedicati ai monumenti, in ordine alfabetico, illustrati da piante e fotografie raccolte in tavole alla fine di ciascuno; il quinto contiene, oltre ai lemmi T - Z, anche addenda et corrigenda; l'indice topografico e prosopografico e ulteriori addenda et corrigenda costituiscono il sesto volume. I testi sono redatti nella lingua degli Autori. Splendida e ricercata edizione, esaurita presso l'editore, difficilissima da reperire completa. Opera ben tenuta (tracce del tempo alle custodie mute), imperdibile per studiosi e appassionati della topografia di Roma antica. Per qualsiasi dubbio, richiesta o informazione aggiuntiva non esitate a contattarmi. Nota bene I libri che pongo in vendita con trattativa tra privati sono di mia proprietà. Li ho collezionati, acquistati e mi sono stati regalati nel corso degli anni.
LOVE'S WAY: The Union of Body, Ego, Soul and Spirit
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Schaeffer, Brenda, PUBLISHER: Hazelden, In this celebratory book, Dr. Schaeffer transports us beyond her best-seller, "Is It Love or Is It Addiction? "and makes clear that love is not an addiction. But "what is love?" Exploring the pain, perils and pitfalls of relationships in our time, grounding herself in extensive clinical experience with love addiction and other disorders of loving, she cracks the mystery of love wide open. Through an enlightened series of "Memos from Love," that came to her in quiet meditation, the book became much greater than her original vision and took on a life of its own. "Love's Way "soars beyond psychology to become the first guide to modern love that does full justice to the power, beauty, mystery, and omnipresence of love itself. With compassion, it reminds us how trauma, betrayal, and the loss of innocence leave our hearts raw, wounded and closed to a love that is right at our fingertips. Love speaks to us directly in this book, and its voice is strong. Besides telling us what love is and is not, love offers body, ego, soul and spirit challenging assignments that assure a vibrant love life and walk us into the 21st Century. Chock-full of modern insight, ancient wisdom, and stories and poems that range from consulting room accounts to the ecstatic songs of Rumi, "Love's Way," will convince readers that whether or not they are in a relationship, they are definitely "in love"-already caught up in love's transforming power. Exercises at the end of this philosophical and profoundly satisfying book add the practical element needed to take love to the streets. For people who have become disconnected from the joys of the heart, this phenomenal book by Brenda Schaeffer is a must read.
Villa via Molino Vecchio, Novara
rif. V800 - OLENGO - Semplicemente a 5' da Novara in un contesto di antico borgo agricolo troviamo questa SPLENDIDA VILLA. La proposta è orientata per chi ama una forma abitativa non convenzionale dove natura, tranquillità e confort si fondono in perfetta armonia. L'impiego di tecnologie, materiali all'avanguardia e la distribuzione degli spazi abitativi ne fanno una dimora unica nel suo genere. Con mq di terreno sfruttabili a seconda delle proprie esigenze. Un occasione da non perdere se si è orientati a questo tipo di soluzione. ref. V800 - OLENGO -just 5 'from Novara in the context of ancient agricultural village you will find this WONDERFUL VILLA. The proposal is geared for those who love an unconventional shape space where nature, tranquility and comfort come together in perfect harmony. The use of technologies, advanced materials, and distribution of living spaces make this home a one of a kind. With over square meters of land exploitable according to your needs. An opportunity not to be missed if you are facing this type of solution. ref. V800 - OLENGO - nur 5 'von Novara im Kontext der alten Bauerndorf, werden Sie diese wunderbare Villa zu finden. Der Vorschlag ist für diejenigen, die eine unkonventionelle Form Raum, wo die Natur, Ruhe und Komfort in perfekter Harmonie zusammen kommen mögen ausgerichtet. Der Einsatz von Technologien, moderne Werkstoffe und Verteilung von Lebensräumen machen dieses Haus ein von einer Art. Mit über Quadratmeter Land nutzbare nach Ihren Bedürfnissen. Eine Gelegenheit nicht entgehen lassen, wenn Sie vor dieser Art von Lösung. Tipo di bene: Appartamento Superficie: 300 m²
BOX 33 giri
Vendo a chi seriamente interessato Vinili 33 giri, perfettamente funzionanti e in ottime condizioni sia la Cover che la Label. Se interessati contatti mail, telefono o sms...possibilità di inviare ulteriori foto anche attraverso whatsapp per dimostrare la serietà dell'annuncio. (Foto del vinile e della copertina con tutti i dettagli richiesti). 1-Handel* - Nelson* o Kirkby* o Elliott* o Thomas* o Choir Of Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford* o The Academy Of Ancient Music o Christopher Hogwood Messiah o A Sacred Oratorio Etichetta: L'Oiseau-Lyre D189D 3 Serie: Florilegium Series Formato: 3 × Vinyl, LP Box Set Paese: UK Uscita: Genere: Classical Stile: Baroque Condizioni del BOX eccellente, condizioni delle Label eccellente. Condizioni generali eccellenti. Prezzo di VENDITA euro 15 2- Mahler/Leonard Bernstein "Sinfonia N°6" 4 canti. Etichetta: CBS S T Formato: BOX 2 Vinyl Condizioni del BOX eccellenti, condizioni degli Lp eccellenti. Condizioni generali eccellenti. Prezzo di VENDITA euro 10 3-Firehouse Five Vol. 5: Firehouse Five Plus Two Goes South! Etichetta: Good Time Jazz L-23 Formato: Vinyl, 10" Paese: US Uscita: Genere: Jazz Stile: Dixieland Condizioni della copertina eccellenti, condizioni della Label eccellenti, condizioni generali eccellenti. Prezzo di vendita euro 11 4-La grande musica "Gli ultimi Dei" da Dvorak a Bizet, a Puccini a Mascagni. VENDO 2 cofanetti contenenti libro narrativo del periodo musicale sopra descritto e 4 Vinili 33 giri. Condizioni dei cofanetti eccellenti, condizioni del libro eccellente, condizioni degli Lp eccellenti. Condizioni generali eccellenti. Prezzo di VENDITA euro 23 5-La grande musica "Il Trionfo del Pianoforte" da Chopin a Liszt. VENDO 2 cofanetti contenenti libro narrativo del periodo musicale sopra descritto e 4 Vinili 33 giri. Condizioni dei cofanetti eccellenti, condizioni del libro eccellente, condizioni degli Lp eccellenti. Condizioni generali eccellenti. Prezzo di VENDITA euro 23
Hydrogen Steel
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Bedford, K. a. / K. a. Bedford, K. A. Bedford / Van Belkom, Edo, PUBLISHER: Edge, When retired top homicide inspector Zette McGee, late of Winter City, Ganymede, gets called out of her mysterious retirement to help Kell Fallow, a desperate former android accused unjustly of murdering his wife and children, she knows she has to help him, for Zette has a secret she is desperate to keep, and Fallow knows all about it. With the help of her best friend, the elderly but very suave former secret agent Gideon Smith, and his ridiculously impressive personal starship, the Seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time, Zette sets out (a) to help the accused man, but also (b) to keep Gideon from finding out her own awful secret, even as everything they learn in the investigation keeps pointing to it. But when Kell Fallow is killed by a bomb he didn't know was buried in his guts, and when a homebrew android identical to Zette destroys her home on the luxurious Serendipity habitat, Gideon and Zette go on the run, only to run afoul of sabotage, spies, nasty infections, and bad guys galore and ordinary machines come to relentless, murderous life. The case will take Zette and Gideon on a terrifying journey into the darkest reaches of human space, in pursuit of an ancient truth -- and will bring her into deadly contact with that truth's keeper, the awesomely powerful firemind, Hydrogen Steel, an artificial consciousness evolved far beyond its original design, and which is utterly determined to keep that same truth from getting out, at any cost. Hydrogen Steel is a tense and thrilling mystery within a mystery, a tale of secrets and truth, and a journey to the limits of existence--and a bit beyond
Prince of Fire and Ashes: Book 3 of the Tielmaran Chronicles
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Reimann, Katya, PUBLISHER: Tor Books, Magic, gods, and history build to a stunning climax in Katya Reimann's Tielmaran Chronicles. Tielmark's free prince sits imperiled by the relentless conspiracies of the neighboring Bissanty Empire. Sorceress Gaultry Blas, blessed by Tielmaran's goddess-twins, returns to her homeland yearning for peace, but instead discovers a conspiracy of evil magics. The coven of witches sworn to defend the prince's crown have gathered to attend the dying Duchess of Melaudiere, who protects their throne's unborn heir. They also have an unpleasant truth: In years past, the witches failed their oath to Tielmark. If they fail again, their lives and those of their descendants will be lost. Forest-born Gaultry, tuned more to action than politics, navigates tricky court intrigue and is determined to work with the Common Brood witches to break the ancient Bissanty claims. But Gaultry is stalked by a hidden Tielmaran-born enemy who is bent on shattering Bissanty chains at any cost. This enemy has waited fifty years for the alignment of the stars that will allow Tielmark's prince ascent to a kingly throne. She will not let Gaultry get in her way-for this enemy has been planning from before Gaultry's birth how to stop her. From the intricate infighting of Tielmark's court to the barren sun-bleached battlegrounds at Tielmark's farthest border, Gaultry must call on her magic, courage, and spirit to overcome the obstacles to her realm's rightful kingship. When the great treachery is finally exposed in a brutal endgame played out under Tielmark's towering border mountains, Gaultry and members of the Common Brood will call upon their deepest powers to crown a king-or kill the hopes of theirkingless realm.
Collezione CD Musicali anni
Vendo cd musicali anni in buone condizioni. A seguire la lista parziale dei titoli in mio possesso, rigorosamente originali. Prezzo: 2 euro per cd. Unlimited Ambient - New Age George Micheal - Live in USA '92 Secrets - New Age Moon - World Music Soundscapes - New Age Rebirth - New Age Celtic Roots - Traditional Celtic Music Mystic Man - New Age Etnica - World Music Musiche dal mondo - Alpi Next Age - Olis Music Sulle ali dell'infinito - New Age Ancient Tales - New Age Dreaming - Nouvel Age Le voci del cielo - Irlanda Simply surprising Sting - Ten Summoner's tale Giancarlo Bonfà - Sinergie Clannad Macalla - New Age Liberty - New Age Vangelis Direct - New Age Sand - World Music Youssou n'dour - The guide (wommat) Antica - Musica delle crociate Carole King - Tapestry Bob Dylan - Highway 61 Revisited Horizons - World Music Elements - New Age & China Lily On The Beach - New Age Myth - Nouvel Age Mariah Carey - No.1's Noa - Blue touches blue Eclectica - Olis Music Materiali Sonori - Olis Music Black Hits - Black & Soul Red Ronnie - Quei romantici scatenati anni 50 Modern Talking - Fruit on the beach - Shadowdance - New Age Macarena Party - The Caribbeans Stand By Me - 4 the cause No Doubt - Don't Speak Pepe Cabana's Beachband - Fiesta Brasiliana Dance Collection - Hits '80 Top of the spring selection - Mark Van Dale with Enrico - Water Verve rythm blues - il grande rock summer party - Vangelis Portraits - so long ago, so clear natalie imbruglia - torn studio 99 perform the music of santana film 90's anima sampler - new age tributo a giorgia - le canzoni più belle rooney franklin - diamond inside of you emozioni in musica - fa che sia amore hit parade framon hotel group - the spirit of italy Jermaine - stewart tubular bells - mike oldfield hot+cold - peugeot bailando - loona Continua...
51 dischi 33 giri musica jazz, etnica, effetti sonori...
DOSSIER DI GUERRA – vol 2 Fratelli Fabbri Editori – GREAT JAZZ PIANOS – – Waller Davenport Morton Taylor – Gurtler editore DOSSIER DI GUERRA – vol 1 Fratelli Fabbri editori SYDNE ROME - Aerobic – Siglaquattro RCA CROSBY, SINATRA, WARING – 12 songs for Christmas – Messaggerie musicali DOSSIER DI GUERRA – vol3 Fratelli Fabbri Editori – SHELLY MANNE – Alive in London – contemporary records LARA SAINT PAUL – Aerobic dance – Lasapa dischi JAZZ MASTERWORKS di Biamante, Micocci – RCA victor 10° Zecchino d’oro Antoniano RiFi MARIACHI VARGAS de Tacathitlan - El mejor mariachi del mundo – RCA victor TAHITI – Voyages au tour du monde – Philips MARCE AMERICANE – The west point military band – SAAR Jocker FERNANDA MARIA: FADISTA! Monitor stereo Record THE ORIENTAL MUSIC – Fung Hang Records MUSICA PREHISPANICA Y MESTIZA DE MEXICO 68 – RCA victor SUMMER IN GREECE and bouzouki – Minerva MANITAS DE PLATA – Hommages – RiFi Records BALLET FOLKLORICO DE MEXICO – Estereo Musart A MUSICAL ANTOLOGY OF THE ORIENT CAMBODIA – baeren reiter musicalphon INSTRUMENTAL KRONCONG – Dari sabany sampai merouke – Bali records LE MARCE DI J.PH. SOUSA – Morton Gould and his symhponic band – Victoria stereomono RCA THE MODERN JAZZ QUARTET PYRAMID – Atlantic FAR WEST SONGS – The rocky mountains ol’ time stompers – Joker TUTTO LISCIO! – 108 ballabili di successo – 9 dischi con cofanetto – selezione del reader’s digest BORA BORA – International film company Cinevox record MARIMBA SURIANA – Maya –Mexico IL SIGNORE È GIÀ QUI APRIAMOGLI LA STRADA – Conversazioni di p Antonio Lupi – Dischi Corsia Servi ARTURO BENEDETTI MICHELANGELI – Rachmaninov Ravel – EMI (copertina strappata) LE CONGO MARCHES – Philips – Continent RECITAL DI MUSICA SPAGNOLA – Chitarrista Manuel Diaz Como – Durium CHANTEFABLES DU CAMEROUN – Le chant du monde – LDZ FERDE GROFE’S – Grand canyon suite – Dischi Bluebell RAVI SHANKAR CHAPPAQUA – CBS Stereo MICHIO MIYAGIS KOTO MUSIC – Victor Ji 21 (Japan) BALI Musical atlas – Emi Odeon LATIN MELODIES OLD AND NEW – Decca AUTHENTIC SOUND EFFECTS – Vedette records – vol 6 Disco a 78 giri con scritte asiatiche senza copertina (Cambogia?) ELLINGTON MILLES HUDSON-SMITH COLLOWAY MOLEN HENDERSON HAYES… - RCA (senza copertina) SCHELLING GILLESPIE YOUNG-CROSBY-WASHINGTON GIUFFRÈ JOHNSON… - RCA (senza copertina) MUSICHE PER SONORIZZAZIONI E PROGRAMMI – Vedette records MUSICHE GIAPPONESI – EDO Biyashi – Crown
Lotto manga in inglese Viz Kodansha Yen varie
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The Oriental Institute Annual Report
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stein, Gil, PUBLISHER: Oriental Institute of the University of Chica, The Oriental Institute Annual Reports contain yearly summaries of the activities of the Institutes faculty, staff, and research projects, as well as descriptions of special events and other Institute functions. The reports are complimentary to Members and Donors of the Oriental Institute. Table of Contents: INTRODUCTION: Introduction (Gil J. Stein); In Memoriam; Research; Project Reports; Archaeology of Islamic Cities (Donald Whitcomb); Center for Ancient Middle Eastern Landscapes (CAMEL) (Scott Branting); Chicago Assyrian Dictionary (CAD) (Martha T. Roth); Chicago Demotic Dictionary (CDD) (Francois Gaudard and Janet H. Johnson); Chicago Hittite Dictionary (CHD and eCHD) (Theo van den Hout); Epigraphic Survey (W. Raymond Johnson): Giza Plateau Mapping Project (Mark Lehner); Kerkenes Dagg Project (Scott Branting); Marj Rabba (Yorke M. Rowan); Mummy Label Database (MLD) (Francois Gaudard, Raquel Martin Hernandez, and Sofia Torallas Tovar); Nippur (McGuire Gibson); Persepolis Fortification Archive Project (Matthew W. Stolper); Slaves and Households in the Near East (Laura Culbertson); Tell Edfu (Nadine Moeller); Tell Zeidan (Gil J. Stein); Individual Research; Research Support; Computer Laboratory (John C. Sanders); Electronic Resources (John C. Sanders); Publications Office (Thomas G. Urban); Research Archives (Foy Scalf); MUSEUM: Museum (Geoff Emberling); Special Exhibits (Emily Teeter); Publicity and Marketing (Emily Teeter and Thomas James); Registration (Helen McDonald and Susan Allison); Archives (John A. Larson); Conservation (Laura D'Alessandro); Prep Shop (Erik Lindahl); Suq (Denise Browning); Photography (Anna R. Ressman) PUBLICH EDUCTION: Public Education (Carole Krucoff); Volunteer Program (Catherine Duenas and Terry Friedman); DEVELOPMENT and MEMBERSHIP Development (Steve Camp and Rebecca Silverman); Visiting Committee; Membership (Maeve Reed); Special Events (Meghan A. Winston); Honor Roll of Donors and Members; Faculty and STAFF; Faculty and Staff of the Oriental Institute; Contact Information.
Garment of Shadows: A Novel of Suspense Featuring Mary
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: King, Laurie R., PUBLISHER: Bantam, Laurie R. King's "New York Times" bestselling novels of suspense featuring Mary Russell and her husband, Sherlock Holmes, comprise one of today's most acclaimed mystery series. Now, in their newest and most thrilling adventure, the couple is separated by a shocking circumstance in a perilous part of the world, each racing against time to prevent an explosive catastrophe that could clothe them both in shrouds. In a strange room in Morocco, Mary Russell is trying to solve a pressing mystery: "Who am I?" She has awakened with shadows in her mind, blood on her hands, and soldiers pounding on the door. Out in the hivelike streets, she discovers herself strangely adept in the skills of the underworld, escaping through alleys and rooftops, picking pockets and locks. She is clothed like a man, and armed only with her wits and a scrap of paper containing a mysterious Arabic phrase. Overhead, warplanes pass ominously north. Meanwhile, Holmes is pulled by two old friends and a distant relation into the growing war between France, Spain, and the Rif Revolt led by Emir Abd el-Krim--who may be a Robin Hood or a power mad tribesman. The shadows of war are drawing over the ancient city of Fez, and Holmes badly wants the wisdom and courage of his wife, whom he's learned, to his horror, has gone missing. As Holmes searches for her, and Russell searches for her"self, " each tries to crack deadly parallel puzzles before it's too late for them, for Africa, and for the peace of Europe. With the dazzling mix of period detail and contemporary pace that is her hallmark, Laurie R. King continues the stunningly suspenseful series that Lee Child called "the most sustained feat of imagination in mystery fiction today."
Urbino: The Story of a Renaissance City
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Osborne, June / Cornish, Joe / Mortimer, John Clifford, PUBLISHER: University of Chicago Press, During the Renaissance, the Italian city of Urbino rivaled Florence and Siena as a center of art, culture, and commerce. Chances are you've never heard of it--but you should have. Raphael was born there. Piero della Francesca painted his famous "The Flagellation" there. And the city's exquisite Ducal Palace, its twin towers piercing the sky, remains a striking monument to grace and power. Yet despite all its past glory and present charm, Urbino is practically unknown to tourists today. With "Urbino: The Story of a Renaissance City," art historian June Osborne brings to life not only the great city and its art but also its turbulent history and the intrigue surrounding its ruling family. First settled by the ancient Umbrians, Urbino reached its zenith during the fifteenth century under the rule of Duke Federico da Montefeltro and his son Guidobaldo. Federico may have been a usurper and a fierce, opportunistic warlord, but his lust for power was more than matched by his passion for great art. Indeed it was under his direct guidance that the magnificent Ducal Palace was built--its perfectly proportioned courtyard a wonder of early Renaissance architecture. Today the Ducal Palace hosts the National Gallery of the Marches, one of the most important art galleries in Italy, featuring works by no lesser lights than Raphael, Uccello, Piero della Francesca, and Titian. Exploring such sites as the fourteenth-century Oratorio di San Giovanni Battista and the Gothic Church of San Domenico, Osborne captures not only the startling beauty of Urbino and the Apennine foothills but also the tumultuous legacy of Frederico and his son (and their many wives and courtiers). With over a hundred lavish color photographs, many by renowned landscape photographer Joe Cornish, "Urbino" is the best--and the only--guide to this gem of the Italian Marches.
Lista cd originali hard rock/heavy metal n.8
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Only One Thing Missing
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ruiz, Luis Manuel / Adam, Alfred M., PUBLISHER: Grove/Atlantic, Luis Manuel Ruiz's English-language debut is a literary page-turner that takes us through the labyrinthine streets of contemporary Seville, the desolate walkways of an unmapped urban dreamscape, and to the devil-worshiping underworld of medieval Lisbon. Only One Thing Missing centers on the grieving Alicia, a young woman who has recently lost her husband and only child in a tragic accident. Mourning the loss of her family, Alicia is fortunate to be surrounded by friends and neighbors whose hands are always outstretched to offer solace and comfort. But soon she becomes plagued by a succession of nightmares -- all set in a surreal, unidentifiable city -- and when the statues and shadowy figures from the dream city begin to appear in her waking life, she finds herself teetering between sanity and paranoia. Together with her brother-in-law, Esteban -- who happens to be madly in love with her -- Alicia gradually comes to understand that she may be the subject of an evil conspiracy that has dark, ancient roots. As the two of them fall deeper into this phantasmagoric world, they come to see that the people all around them may not be as well-meaning as they appear, and that trust -- once such an abundant commodity -- may have become an unaffordable luxury. Deftly crafted and rife with literary allusions, Only One Thing Missing is an enthralling thriller that is at once a love story, a chilling tale of the occult, and an exploration of the timeless themes of memory, obsession, and loss. This year's winner of the International Prize is a haunting psychological thriller, "a convincing adventure for all audiences... in which the mystery novel meets metaphysical philosophy and literature" -- ElPais, (Spain) "Ruiz leads the reader to the most forgotten... corners of life... his] is the voice of a... remarkable author." -- ABC Cultural (Spain)
Collezione black/death/industrial e pezzi singoli
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Videogiochi per PS2 lettera D ed E
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The Mummy Case
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Peters, Elizabeth, PUBLISHER: G. K. Hall & Company, Radcliffe Emerson, the irascible husband of fellow archaeologist Amelia Peabody, has earned the nickname "Father of Curses"--and in Mazghunah he demonstrates why. Denied permission to dig at the pyramids of Dahshoor, he and Amelia are resigned to excavating mounds of rubble in the middle of nowhere. But before long Amelia, Emerson, and their precocious son, Ramses, find themselves entangled in The Mummy Case In Cairo, before setting out to the site, Amelia visits an antiquities dealer to inquire about some papyri for her brother-in-law, Walter. At the dealer's shop she interrupts a mysterious-sounding conversation. And then, even more alarmingly, the dealer attempts to refuse to sell her a scrap of papyrus Ramses discovers in the back room. When the dealer is found dead in his shop just a day later, Amelia becomes convinced that foul play is at hand, a suspicion that is further confirmed when she catches sight of the sinister stranger from the crime scene at her own excavation site. But it takes more than Amelia's keen instincts to convince Emerson of dastardly deeds. When Ramses's scrap of papyrus is stolen from their camp, and a neighboring tourist is relieved of an entire mummy, Emerson concedes that they may be facing something more ominous than a simple grave robber. Aided (to their dismay) by Ramses and his preternaturally intelligent cat, Bastet, Amelia and Emerson turn their detective skills to investigating the neighboring suspects, including a trio of missionaries, a widowed German baroness, and even the head of the Department of Antiquities. But when the Emersons start digging for answers in an ancient tomb, events take a darker and deadlier turn--and there may beno surviving the very modern terrors their efforts reveal. Filled with spine-tingling suspense, precise archaeological and historical detail, and Amelia Peabody's trademark witty, wry voice, Elizabeth Peters's "The Mummy Case" is a classic installment in the beloved Amelia Peabody series.
Magic the gathering MTG P9 liliana dual mox tharmogoyf
Ciao a tutti, vendo proxy ad 1euro l'una disponibili in più quantità. Di norma le carte in lista sono in 4x. Per eventuali altre foto o domande, scrivetemi un messaggio privato e quanto prima vi risponderò! IMPORTANTE: Le proxy non sono ammesse nei tornei ufficiali! L'accuratezza delle proxy le rende perfette per giocare tra amici, avendo la possibilità di disporre del mazzo dei propri sogni senza spendere una fortuna. Spedizione a carico dell'acquirente o consegna a mano in zona Padova. SET P9 BETA E UNLIMITED steam vents sacred foundry temple garden overgrown tomb breeding pool hallowed fountain watery grave stomping ground scalding tarn misty rainforest bllod crypt verdant catacombs flooded strand godless shrine windswept heath wooded foothills arid mesa marsh flats polluted delta bloodstained mire dark confidant tarmogoyf thoughtseize karn liberated blood moon spellskite snapcaster mage horizion canopy grove of the burnwillows abrupt decay bitterblossom bloodghast oblivion stone Cryptic Command Liliana of the Veil chalice of the void phyrexian obliterator batterskull mox opal jace the mind sculptor umezawa jitte celestial colonnade fulminator mage mutavault vendilion clique force of will karakas damnation sword of fire and ice sword of feast and famine wurmcoil enigine sensei's divining top flusterstorm tundra unlimited e revised taiga unlimited e revised underground sea unlimited e revised tropical island unlimited e revised savannah unlimited e revised volcanic island unlimited e revised plateau unlimited e revised badlands unlimited e revised bayou unlimited e revised scrubland unlimited e revised wastelad ancient tomb dack fayden sol ring BETA mana vault BETA city of brass ARABIAN NIGHTS mishra's factory 4 STAGIONI serendib efreet rishadan port goblin guide Glimmervoid Fetid Heath mystic gate fire-lit thicket Horizon Canopy Inkmoth Nexus Cascade Bluffs mountain UNHINGED forest UNHINGED plains UNHINGED island UNHINGED Cavern of Souls
Prehistoric and Egyptian Medicine
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dawson, Ian, PUBLISHER: Enchanted Lion Books, What is as fundamental to a society and just as revealing as its habits of food preparation, work, dress, religious belief, and artistic production? Just as essential are its ideas about the body, health and illness. Offering insights, both broad and deep, into the cultures it explores, The History of Medicine series describes medical knowledge, practices, instruments and discoveries from prehistoric times to the present. Each of its 6 volumes presents the social and economic characteristics of the period under discussion, the prevailing state of medical knowledge, and the key figures in medicine. The books are divided into chapters focusing on questions, such as: what caused people to be healthy or unhealthy? What ideas did people have about the causes of illnesses and their treatments? Who provided medical care? How efficacious were the treatments used? Allowing the facts to speak for themselves, these volumes present a lively and informative account of medical beliefs and practices and the many causes behind their change over time. Photographs and illustrations, as well as biography panels, quotation panels and "interesting fact" panels appear throughout each book, further engaging the young reader. What was known about the body by early peoples? What understanding of disease and treatments did people have? What can we learn about prehistoric health and medicine from archaeology? Why did the Egyptians use honey as often as they did? Why did medicine men suck the body of the ill person? Prehistoric and Egyptian Medicine explores these questions and many more. How healthy were prehistoric people? Using evidence from Orkney in the British Isles, the author shows how archaeology can helpus to understand something about life expectancy, fitness and the causes of pain among prehistoric people. The book also reveals what Native Americans and Australian aboriginals can teach us prehistoric medicine. The medical ideas of ancient Egypt also are explored. We learn about written records, specialized doctors, charms, embalming and more. Well-illustrated and rich with detail, Prehistoric and Egyptian Medicine is informative and at times, surprising.
Biographical Supplement and Index
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Oxford University Press / Freund, David M., PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, To fully appreciate our country's history and the problems and possibilities we face as a nation on the eve of a new century, Americans--young and old--need to know that the fascinating heritage of African Americans begins not with the slave ships of Portugal and Spain, but with the richly diverse tribes, cultures, and ancient civilizations of the African continent. We need to understand that the long journey for freedom and equality for all Americans began well before the Civil War, or even the Revolutionary War, and that the journey continues to this day. Now history's missing pages at last come to life with the publication of The Young Oxford History of African Americans. Spanning five centuries, this extraordinary 11-volume series paints a vibrant and compelling portrait of the lives of African Americans. Written by distinguished American historians, the series sets a new standard for accuracy, balance, and breadth of scholarship in a reference aimed at the general reader. The lively narrative is rich in gripping first person accounts and short character sketches that invite readers to relive history as African Americans experienced it. From the first black Africans brought as slaves into the Caribbean islands and the colonies of Central and South America to today's black filmmakers and politicians, the stories of remarkable individuals of great courage and ability are told, but also those of ordinary men and women whose struggles and accomplishments continue to shape history. Whatever their race or background, readers come away with a deeper appreciation of African Americans as a people who have long shared in the aspiration and expectations of their fellow citizens, but who have done so with a unique history and a unique set of barriers to overcome. Unrivaled in breadth or depth, The Young Oxford History of African Americans is an unforgettable portrait of a people. It is an essential reference not only for students of African-American history, but also for libraries, teachers, parents, and all of us who strive to understand the struggles and sacrifices of the American past, the formidable challenges of our present, and our brightest hopes for the future.
Appartamento buono stato, primo piano, Lucca
Rif: F37 - Per chi vuol vivere nella quiete delle colline lucchesi, a circa 6 chilometri dal centro storico di Lucca, e vicino tutti i servizi, disponiamo di appartamento posto al primo piano in buono stato di manutenzione facente parte di un antico edificio. L'appartamento è posto in contesto di villa storica e dagli affacci si può godere la bellezza del parco di un'antica dimora nobiliare. L'appartamento è composta da ingresso, cucina abitabile arredata, sala da pranzo, salotto o terza camera e due camere. A corredo stanza lavanderia/ripostiglio e posti auto all'interno di una grande resede a comune chiusa da cancello automatizzato e dove in estate è possibile vivere all'aperto. L'immobile ha una bellissima vista panoramica anche sulle colline lucchesi. I pavimenti sono in vecchio tessieri, infissi in legno e vetro, porte antiche in legno. Vicinissime molte antiche dimore nobiliari e Pievi centenarie. Il centro storico di Lucca è raggiungibile in soli 10 minuti. For those who want to live in the quiet hills of Lucca, about 6 km from the historic center of Lucca, and near all the services, we have apartment on the first floor in good repair, part of an ancient building. The apartment is placed in the context of historic villa and the views you can enjoy the beauty of the grounds of an old aristocratic family. The apartment consists of entrance hall, fitted separate kitchen, dining room, living room or third bedroom and two bedrooms. To complete laundry room / storage room and parking spaces within a large courtyard enclosed by a common automated gate and where in summer you can live outdoors. The property also has a beautiful panoramic view of the hills of Lucca. The floors are old Tessieri, wooden window frames and glass, wooden antique doors. Very close many old stately mansions and centuries-old churches. The historic center of Lucca can be reached in just 10 minutes. Tipo di bene: Appartamento Superficie: 95 m² Numero di stanze: 5