This classic of spirituality recounts a peasant's attempts to follow St. Paul's advice to "pray without ceasing," offering profound theological and philosophical observations and a portrait of 19th-century Russian life.
Over 340 handsome and botanically accurate wood engravings: baobab tree, quaking grass, winged pea, and many other unusual plants. Each illustration includes the scientific name and brief description.
The wellspring of modern knowledge of Norse mythology, these ancient legends of gods and heroes were created to preserve the narrative style of the Viking sagas from European influence.
This 48-page, full-color book for beginners presents 32 new designs by an origami expert. Models range from easy to advanced and include a tent, chess pieces, cruise ship, swan, many others.
Poetry of Dante Gabriel Rossetti crowns this outstanding collection: highlights include "The Blessed Damozel," "My Sister's Sleep," and selections from The House of Life. Also includes Christina Rossetti's "Remember," "Cousin Kate," and "Song," plus Swinburne, and more
Twenty-five fun-to-use stickers showcase the craft, including mother-and-child dolls, a balalaika, basket of berries, decorative Easter eggs, and more.
Knitters of all ages will adore these 26 cute images, which range from woolly mittens and caps to rosy-cheeked lambs and other animals.
Experienced artists looking to master a new medium will relish this comprehensive guide to using colored pencils by the author of How to Color Like an Artist. Step-by-step demonstrations with photos and directions explain shading, blending, color theory, more.