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Architecture in Minutes by Susie Hodge
Category: Architecture | Series: In Minutes Ser.
In this hyper-compact, fully illustrated guide to architecture, Susie Hodge outlines the history and theory of architecture from the earliest structures to the cutting-edge concepts of the present day. Along the way she profiles 200 key buildings, historic styles, architectural movements and celebrated ...Show more
Aristotle in 90 Minutes by Constable; Paul Strathern
Category: No Category | Series: Philosophers in 90 Minutes: Their Lives and Work Ser.
In Aristotle in 90 Minutes, Paul Strathern offers a concise, expert account of Aristotle's life and ideas, and explains their influence on man's struggle to understand his existence in the world. The book also includes selections from Aristotle's work; a brief list of suggested reading for those who wis ...Show more
Big Ideas in Brief: 200 World-changing Concepts Explained in an Instant by Ian Crofton
Category: Non-Fiction | Series: In Minutes Ser.
Ian Crofton, former editor-in-chief of The Guinness Encyclopedia, has written a wide range of other general reference books, including Philosophy (Teach Yourself Instant Reference) and Science Without the Boring Bits. With Big Ideas in Brief, Crofton provides an accessible tour of 200 key concepts that ...Show more
Countries of the World in Minutes by Jacob F. Field
Category: Non-Fiction | Series: In Minutes Ser.
For each of the 195 officially recognized countries of the world, a mini essay clearly and concisely explains its key history, characteristics, and social and political structures. Alongside, an outline map shows each country's global location, main geographic features, and capital city, while a table o ...Show more
Darwin in 90 Minutes by John Gribbin; Mary Gribbin
Category: No Category | Series: Scientists in 90 Minutes Ser.
In this easy-to-read series, eminent science writers John and Mary Gribbin look at the lives and work of eight major scientists. Each book is accessible enough to be read for fun but informative enough to appeal to students of science. The iconic Albert Einstein emerges as a dashing ladies' man and the ...Show more
Descartes in 90 Minutes by Paul Strathern
Category: No Category | Series: Philosophers in 90 Minutes: Their Lives and Work Ser.
"Each of these little books is witty and dramatic and creates a sense of time, place, and character....I cannot think of a better way to introduce oneself and one's friends to Western civilization."--Katherine A. Powers, Boston Globe. "Well-written, clear and informed, they have a breezy wit about them. ...Show more
Draw Buildings and Cities in 15 Minutes - Amaze Your Friends with Your Drawing Skills by Matthew Brehm
Category: Art | Series: Draw in 15 Minutes Ser.
THE SUPER-FAST DRAWING TECHNIQUE ANYONE CAN LEARN Anyone can draw, and anybody who can already draw can always learn to draw better. In this book, leading art tutor Matthew Brehm gives you all the skills you need to sketch the urban environment in just 15 minutes. Good drawings aren't always the ones ...Show more
Draw Faces in 15 Minutes: Amaze Your Friends with Your Portrait Skills by Jake Spicer
Category: Art | Series: Draw in 15 Minutes Ser.
Good drawings aren't always the ones that you've spent a lot of time on; some of the best pieces are swift, energetic studies that capture the feel of the subject in a few well-placed lines. This book contains a series of exercises that develop the core skills for drawing faces, all of which can be comp ...Show more
Draw Horses in 15 Minutes: Capture the Beauty of the Equine Form by Diana Hand
Category: Art | Series: In 15 Minutes Ser.
Continuing the success of the Draw in 15 Minutes series, horse artist Diana Hand shows you how to express your love of horses through drawing. In a series of tutorials, she describes every stage from finding your model and learning the basic skills of drawing to portraying the movement and spirit of the ...Show more
Draw Horses in 15 Minutes - The Super-Fast Drawing Technique Anyone Can Learn by Diana Hand
Category: Art | Series: Draw in 15 Minutes Ser.
A perfect introduction to drawing horses, ideal for anyone who loves horses, or for those who would like an approach that makes a complex subject easy and enjoyable. Continuing the success of the Draw in 15 Minutes series, horse artist Diana Hand shows you how to express your love of horses through ...Show more
Draw People in 15 Minutes - Amaze Your Friends with Your Drawing Skills by Jake Spicer
Category: Art | Series: Draw in 15 Minutes Ser.
Anyone can draw, and anybody who can already draw can always learn to draw better. In this book, best-selling author and art tutor Jake Spicer gives you all the skills you need to sketch the human figure in just 15 minutes. Good drawings aren't always the ones that you've spent a lot of time over; some ...Show more
Einstein in 90 Minutes by John Gribbin; Mary Gribbin
Category: No Category | Series: Scientists in 90 Minutes Ser.