Through its fascinating texts and magnificent color photographs, this volume conveys the entire history of Orientalism in European painting. Individual chapters devoted to important artists including Eugene Delacroix, Pablo Picasso and Wassily Kandinsky and extensive articles on special themes such as the image of the harem and the Oriental fantasies of the Impressionists complete the picture.

The Orient in Western Art

Arts & Photography

Gerard Georges Lemaire

History & Criticism

Ullmann

CULINA MEDITERRANEA Product Description Mediterranean cooking is exceptionally popular the world over, more so than almost any other regional style. Pizza and pasta, paella and tortillas, bouillabaisse and crème brûlée, all of these have long become part of our repertoire of recipes. How about venturing a step further and trying Tunisian-style filled vegetables, or Moroccan stuffed dates? Dishes include those from Spain, France, and Italy to Greece and Turkey, all the way to Malta, Tunisia and Morocco. For each recipe, experienced chefs native to the region divulge their best tips for preparing it, along with fascinating background information about the culinary tradition particular to their home country. Features: * More than 350 classic and innovative recipes drawn from the entire Mediterranean region. * More than 90 chefs from eight countries are at your disposal, allowing for a true Mediterranean feast to be prepared easily at home. * Step-by-step cooking instructions are accompanied by detailed photographs so that you can get your dish done right the first time. * Background information on ingredients and recipes is at your fingertips to further enhance your knowledge of the local flavor. * Index of recipes to quickly find your appetizer, soup, meat, and fish dish or scrumptious desserts and baked goods.

Culina Mediterranea

Cookbooks, Food & Wine

Hendrik, Neubauer

Regional & International

ISLAM ART AND ARCHITECTURE Product Description Islam is the youngest major world religion. Despite this, it is the second largest in the world and has left its mark on human history since the appearance of the prophet Mohammed in the seventh century. This book follows the historical development of the Islamic dynasties and regions and the variety of artistic expression from the inception of the faith until the present day. From decorative elements of buildings to calligraphy and the embellishment of everyday objects, the ornamentation that is most characteristic of Islamic art is displayed in all its richness. The contributions of renowned scholars bring this extraordinary culture to life in this important volume. Features: * More than 900 illustrations. * Covers architecture, ornamental tiles, ceramics, jewelry, tapestry work, book illumination, and calligraphy. * Takes a historical look at the development of Islam and Islamic art, while exploring how they vary region to region. Editors Editors Markus Hattstein and Peter Delius have gathered contributions from renowned scholars in the disciplines of art history, history, archaeology, and architecture who convey their expertise vividly and clearly.

Islam

H.F. Ullmann

Architecture

Food and culture are inexorably tied together. The Culinaria series reports on every aspect of the cuisine of a country within the context of the people who created it. One of the most successful series in cook book history, these new editions are updated with the guidance of first-class chefs, and come in a durable flexi-cover format to withstand abuse while spending time in the kitchen. The teams behind each Culinaria volume spend months in the region they are working on, allowing them time to fully absorb all of the food and drink a country can offer. Profusely illustrated with spectacular photography and abundantly peppered with authentic recipes, these volumes are a treat for both the mind and the palate. Learn about the history behind the dishes, their cultural significance, and how to prepare them. Beautiful photographs take you on a tour from the local villages to inside the kitchen where you will find the final product.Enormous variety of magnificent photographs and tempting recipes together with knowledgeable text that is easy for readers and cooks of all skill levels to understand.

Culinaria Germany

christine-metzger

Food and culture are inexorably tied together. The Culinaria series reports on every aspect of the cuisine of a country within the context of the people who created it. One of the most successful series in cook book history, these new editions are updated with the guidance of first-class chefs, and come in a durable flexi-cover format to withstand abuse while spending time in the kitchen. The teams behind each Culinaria volume spend months in the region they are working on, allowing them time to fully absorb all of the food and drink a country can offer. Profusely illustrated with spectacular photography and abundantly peppered with authentic recipes, these volumes are a treat for both the mind and the palate. Learn about the history behind the dishes, their cultural significance, and how to prepare them. Beautiful photographs take you on a tour from the local villages to inside the kitchen where you will find the final product. Enormous variety of magnificent photographs and tempting recipes together with knowledgeable text that is easy for readers and cooks of all skill levels to understand.

Culinaria Italy: Pasta - Pesto - Passion (Cooking)

Cláudia Piras

Culinaria Russia: Ukraine - Georgia - Armenia - Azerbaijan (Cooking)

MARION TRUTTER

Culinaria Southeast Asia: A Journey Through Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia (Cooking)

Rosalind Mowe

Culinaria Hungary (Culinaria)

Aniko Gergely

Everything the connoisseur and casual cook needs to know about cheese.Gourmet’s Guide to Cheese is not only an extensive encyclopedia and shopping guide to cheese portraits of the world—from Amsterdam to Vermont, from Brie to Stilton—but also provides a wealth of information on the cultural history of this special milk product, its production and regional diversity. It evokes the wish to go on a shopping tour or visit a well-equipped cheese stand, and arouses curiosity about trying different varieties.

Gourmet's Guide to Cheese

Brigitte Engelmann

Peter Holler

Cooking by Ingredient

An easily accessible introduction to the important subject of science! This series provides quick and sound knowledge of the most culturally and historically significant topics of interest to the world from antiquity to present day. Filled with over 150 illustrations, timelines, maps, and both a subject index and index of names, this irreplaceable tome makes an intense topic clear and inviting.

The Story of Science

Science & Math

R.R. Subramanian

History & Philosophy

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