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[front flap]A century ago, a Philadelphia philanthropist sponsored a series of journeys to the American West to document Native American cultures and traditions. The Wanamaker Expeditions, conducted between 1908 and 1913, visited Crow Agency, Montana, near the site of the Battle of Little Bighorn. In words and images, the expeditions recorded aspects of tribal lifestyle that were rapidly disappearing as Native Americans were pressured to assimilate into mainstream society. This book offers fascinating glimpses of life during that transitional period among the Crow, Blackfeet, Cheyenne, Dakota, and other tribes of the northern plains. The Wanamaker Expeditions organized a gathering of Native American chiefs from across the country for an event known as The Last Great Indian Council. This volume offers a fascinating record of speeches from the occasion along with the participants' renditions of folkloric tales and their firsthand accounts of Custer's Last Stand. Best of all, 80 historic photographs by Dr. Joseph K. Dixon offer a stunning gallery of scenes from Native American life, including reenactments of ceremonies and portraits of leaders in traditional regalia.A Calla Edition, originally published by Doubleday, Page & Company, New York, 1914.See every Dover book in print atwww.doverpublications.com[back flap]Dr. Joseph K. DixonWith the financial support of department store magnate Rodman Wanamaker, Baptist minister Joseph K. Dixon undertook the documentation of Native American life and lore during the early decades of the twentieth century. The Wanamaker Expedition, from which this book and its illustrations originated, involved the filming and photography of thousands of individuals from scores of tribes. The Vanishing Race remains an outstanding and authentic source of stories, speeches, reminiscences, and photographs for anyone with an interest in Native American history.Joe D. Horse CaptureA citizen of the A'aninin Indian tribe of Montana, Joe D. Horse Capture is Associate Curator of the Collections Research and Documentation Department at the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of the American Indian. Before joining the Smithsonian staff he worked for 15 at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, where he was Associate Curator of Native American Art and the institution's first Native American curator. He is the co-author of Beauty, Honor and Tradition: The Legacy of Plains Indian Shirts and From Our Ancestors: Art of the White Clay People. He has contributed to many publications including Shapeshifting--Transformations in Native American Art.
More than 150 decorative designs include adaptations from ancient originals as well as new motifs inspired by Camelot, Game of Thrones, and other shows. Ideal for needlework and other crafts. Complete instructions.
A complete reference to the classical orders of architecture, this magnificently illustrated volume covers the Greek, Roman, and Renaissance periods. In addition to its fully representative selection of works by Italian and French Renaissance architects, the collection features a fine series of measured drawings derived from still-extant monuments of Greek and Roman antiquity. Since the "Orders" created by the Renaissance builders were based upon the earlier structures, this book provides a means of critical comparison as well as an excellent perspective on the growth and significance of the architectural orders. Eighty black-and-white plates by Augustus Pugin and other distinguished artists depict details of works by such architects as Vitruvius, Palladio, Vignola, Serlio, and Lescot. Featured Greek buildings include the Parthenon, the temples of Apollo and Jupiter, the Portico of Augustus, the Aqueduct of Hadrian, and others. More than twenty Roman structures include the Pantheon, the Colosseum and buildings in the adjacent forum, and the temples of Paestum.Dover (2015) republication of the first English edition of Parallel of the Orders of Architecture: Greek, Roman and Renaissance, 1829.See every Dover book in print atwww.doverpublications.com
Suppose you were a quiet, respectable, sedentary business or professional man, and the captain of a tramp steamer bound to South America and up the Amazon suddenly dropped into your peaceful office, invited you to go along with him, got your acceptance by a clever trick, and had you at sea before you could stop to think--wouldn't you expect to find 'something doing'?Thus begins this classic of travel literature, in which a London journalist sets sail for Brazil and traverses 2,000 miles of wilderness. Part diary and part adventure story, H. M. Tomlinson's eloquent and hauntingly poetic account of his first ocean voyage also constitutes a report on the first successful ascent of the Amazon River and its tributary, the Madeira, by an English steamer. Originally published in 1912, Tomlinson's travelogue was hailed decades later as one of the few level-headed works in the literature of this region by naturalist Peter Matthiessen, who pronounced it accurate and difficult to improve upon. Dover (2015) republication of the edition originally published by Duckworth & Co., London, 1912.See every Dover book in print atwww.doverpublications.com
This Weimar-era novel of a futuristic society, written by the screenwriter for the iconic 1927 film, was hailed by noted science-fiction authority Forrest J. Ackerman as ""a work of genius."""
Suitable as both a reference and a text for graduate students, this book stresses the fundamentals of setting up and solving dynamics problems rather than the indiscriminate use of elaborate formulas. Includes tutorials on relevant software. 2015 edition.
No one, from Stephen Ambrose to Steven Spielberg, can tell a better story than A Sailor's Story. ― Max Brooks, author of World War ZGolden Age comic book legend Sam Glanzman draws upon his own World War II experiences in this outstanding graphic novel. Hailed by Eisner Award-winning Astro City author Kurt Busiek as one of the most honest, dedicated and engaging cartoonists in comics history, Glanzman wrote and illustrated this intimate account of his life aboard a Navy destroyer, the USS Stevens. As legendary X-Men scribe Chris Claremont noted, this isn't a story of make-believe super-beings; these are real people, with real fears, being transformed by events and circumstances into men of courage. Back in print for the first time in more than twenty-five years, this new collection unites both A Sailor's Story and its sequel, A Sailor's Story: Winds, Dreams, and Dragons, plus a never-before-seen ten-page story of the USS Stevens, Even Dead Birds Have Wings. Exclusive Bonus Material: - New Foreword by bestselling author Max Brooks- New Introduction by original editor Larry Hama- New Afterword by Batman writer Chuck Dixon- Exclusive Glanzman tributes by Joe Kubert, Stan Lee, Denny O'Neil, Walt Simonson, Chris Claremont, Timothy Truman & many others Dover (2015) republication of A Sailor's Story and A Sailor's Story, Book Two: Winds, Dreams, and Dragons, originally published by Marvel Comics, New York, 1987 and 1989.See every Dover book in print atwww.doverpublications.com
Over 30 Owl Designs to ColorMore than 30 fanciful full-page illustrations depict the wisest of birds in lush, tapestry-like settings. Covered with flowers, paisleys, and other fun-to-color patterns, these adorable owls are posed against vivid backgrounds brimming with intricate designs.Specially designed for experienced colorists, Creative Haven(R) coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment.Perforated pages printed on one side only for easy removal and display.Find your true colors with Creative Haven(R) and hundreds of other coloring books: www.doverpublications.com/CreativeHaven
A sudden catastrophe descends upon England, and the survivors revert to a feudal society. Hauntingly beautiful in its descriptions of environmental collapse, this 1906 novel offers an early example of post-apocalyptic fiction.
Vital document of 20th-century physics features contributions from Stephen W. Hawking, Hans Bethe, Murray Gell-Mann, Stephen L. Adler, Alan Guth, T. D. Lee, W. E. Lamb, Jr., and other luminaries. 1985 edition.
Also known as "The Natural Remedy Bible," The Herb Book provides a comprehensive resource for building a livelier, healthier, happier life. More than 2,000 listings offer remedies for ragged nerves, nightmares, and coughing fits as well as suggestions for adding spice to recipes, coloring fabrics, freshening breath, and a host of other benefits. Complete and concise descriptions of herbs, illustrated by more than 275 line drawings, offer the most comprehensive catalog of "miracle plants" ever published. Written by an expert and pioneer in the field, this easy-to-use reference features three parts. The first presents introductory historical information and background for using the rest of the book. The second part features individual numbered listings of medicinal plants with their botanical descriptions and uses. The third part emphasizes the variety of uses for the plants listed in Part 2, including mixtures for medicinal treatments, nutritious and culinary plants, cosmetic and aromatic purposes, plant dyes, and other applications. The book concludes with a captivating look at plant-related astrology, lore, and legends.Dover (2014) republication of the edition originally published by Benedict Lust Publications, New York, 1974.See every Dover book in print atwww.doverpublications.com
Compact, inexpensive anthology features contributions from Jonathan Edwards, Anne Bradstreet, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Paine, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Edgar Allan Poe, Frederick Douglass, Walt Whitman, and many others. Includes introductory notes and suggestions for further reading.
Richly illustrated with photos, charts, and drawings, this guide features more than 100 patterns for children's and adults' sweaters, jackets, caps, mittens, stockings, and shawls. Includes suggestions for adaptations to individual tastes.
Seasonal classics from a century ago include The Night Before Christmas, How Santa Filled the Christmas Stockings, Father Christmas, and other tales. Full-color illustrations by Margaret Evans Price, W. F. Stecher, Raphael Tuck, and others.
Fifty popular Yo-Yo tricks along with an illustrated history of the toy and its variations plus tips for keeping your Yo-Yo in top condition. Helpful diagrams accompany the easy instructions.
Two essential collections by a noted Sioux author: Old Indian Legends, featuring tales from the oral tradition; and American Indian Stories, assembling short stories as well as autobiographical and political essays.
This text appeals to readers' intuitive grasp of the wave theory of light, explaining how quantum mechanics arises from the diffraction and interference experiments in the same manner of physical optics. Coherent examples explore the quantum mechanical analog of classical quantities, and the entire work examines the physical meanings of the theory and its applications. Providing a semester's worth of introductory material, this treatment explores quantum mechanics in a balanced, integrated manner. Subjects explored in the introductory chapters were chosen for their mathematical simplicity. Physical applications stressed in later chapters will prepare students for topics they are likely to encounter early in further studies of atomic and nuclear physics. Dover (2014) republication of the edition originally published by Allyn and Bacon, Inc., Boston, 1963.See every Dover book in print atwww.doverpublications.com
This is the definitive popular exploration of what the fourth dimension means, both physically and spiritually. Mathematician and science-fiction novelist Rudy Rucker takes readers on a guided tour of a higher reality that explores what the fourth dimension is and what it has meant to generations of thinkers. The exciting and challenging journey is enhanced by more than 200 illustrations and a host of puzzles and problems (with answers)."This is an invigorating book, a short but spirited slalom for the mind."--Timothy Ferris, The New York Times Book Review "Highly readable. One is reminded of the breadth and depth of Hofstadter's Gödel, Escher, Bach."--Science"Anyone with even a minimal interest in mathematics and fantasy will find The Fourth Dimension informative and mind-dazzling... [Rucker] plunges into spaces above three with a zest and energy that is breathtaking."--Martin Gardner "Those who think the fourth dimension is nothing but time should be encouraged to read The Fourth Dimension, along with anyone else who feels like opening the hinges of his mind and letting in a bit of fresh air."--John Sladek, Washington Post Book World"A mine of mathematical insights and a thoroughly satisfying read."--Paul Davies, Nature MagazineDover (2014) republication of the edition originally published by the Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston, 1984.See every Dover book in print atwww.doverpublications.com
Brilliant new hardcover version, based on classic 1909 Hodder and Stoughton edition. More than 200 newly reset stories, embellished by 23 full-page color images and numerous black-and-white drawings by famed illustrator.
Solve a treasure trove of entertaining puzzles - and enjoy coloring them once they're completed!
Over 30 Creative Cat Designs to ColorCat fanciers and coloring enthusiasts will be enchanted with this gallery of original designs. More than 30 full-page portraits of pretty pussycats form a rich tapestry of motifs that includes hearts, flowers, and paisleys in various patterns.Specially designed for experienced colorists, Creative Haven(R) coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment.Perforated pages printed on one side only for easy removal & display.Find your true colors with Creative Haven(R) and hundreds of other coloring books: www.doverpublications.com/CreativeHaven
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