This is the life of one of the most revolutionary artists in history, told through the story of six of his greatest masterpieces: “The one indispensable guide for encountering Michelangelo on his home turf” (The Dallas Morning News).Michelangelo stands alone as a master of painting, sculpture, and architecture, a man who reinvented the practice of art itself. Throughout his long career he clashed with patrons by insisting that he had no master but his own ...

One of The Christian Science Monitor’s Best Nonfiction Books of the Year“An engrossing read…a historically and psychologically rich account of the young Picasso and his coteries in Barcelona and Paris” (The Washington Post) and how he achieved his breakthrough and revolutionized modern art through his masterpiece, Les Demoiselles d’Avignon.In 1900, eighteen-year-old Pablo Picasso journeyed from Barcelona ...

Jonathon is a dreamer, and fantasist, who spends as much time in imagined worlds, as in the real one. As the boundaries between his dreams and waking life begin to dangerously dissolve, he finds himself drawn into a struggle against evil, to protect both the dreamworld, and the outer world beyond.He is not alone, though, and each participant undergoes a personal transformation in their attempt to change what lies beyond them.Will it be a happy ending?

A vividly colorful portrait of one of the greatest and most fascinating figures of the Renaissance, Lorenzo de' Medici, focusing on his role as a brilliant—sometimes ruthless—statesman who was responsible for the artistic flowering of Florence, the city where the Renaissance first blossomed.Lorenzo de' Medici—a leading statesman, the uncrowned ruler of Florence during its golden age, a true Renaissance man known to history as Il Magnifico (the Magnificent)...

A “suberb biography" (USA TODAY) of Italian philosopher and playwright Niccolò Machiavelli, author of The Prince, whose writings have outraged and inspired generations of readers.Niccolò Machiavelli is the most infamous and influential political writer of all time. His name has become synonymous with cynical scheming and the selfish pursuit of power, but the real Machiavelli, says Miles Unger, was a deeply humane and perceptive writer whose contro...

Was it Paradise on Earth or an Iron Hell?When Davy Breckenridge stowed away aboard a mysterious cargo ship, he sought to solve the enigma of John Kaspar. The richest man in the world, John Kaspar and his fortune had disappeared 40 years before. Arriving on Kaspar's secret island, Davy found a paradise on Earth. The people of the City of Beauty were graceful and artistic; pampered with automatic houses, self-driving cars and every conceivable luxury.

"The Einstein See-Saw" suggests a playful reference to the concept of a see-saw, a device that moves up and down with the shifting of weight on either end. In the context of the novella, this could symbolize the shifting perceptions of time and reality that occur as a result of the protagonist's journey through space-time.The plot of "The Einstein See-Saw" may revolve around a scientist or inventor who develops a device capable of manipulating time and space according to the principles of ...

Ever Imagined Exploring Japan Beyond the Usual Tourist Trails? Are You Wondering What There Is to Do and See? Look No Further!This guide unlocks the door to Japan's heart, revealing its profound traditions, futuristic cities, and hidden gems.With so many things to choose from, what's the best of the best? That's what this Japan Travel Guide will show you.What's included in this guide:• Deep Cultural Insights: Understand the essence of Japane...

Feeling burnt out in your professional life? Discover how to reclaim balance and well-being with mindfulness! In today's fast-paced and demanding world, burnout has become an all-too-common experience for professionals across industries. But what if there was a way to reclaim balance and well-being in your professional life? In "From Burnout to Balance," mindfulness expert Lance J. Miles guides you on a transformative journey to combat burnout and cultivate a ...

Soar to New Heights in Your Aviation CareerImagine the roar of engines and the boundless horizon stretching before you as you sit in the captain's seat, steering through the skies. The Captain's Handbook: Expert Advice for Aspiring Aviation Professionals is your essential guide, with every chapter serving as a stepping stone on your journey to the cockpit.Gaining altitude in the competitive field of aviation requires more than just passion for flight; it demands knowledge, ...

Finding True Connection in a Disconnected WorldIn an era where our lives are perpetually infiltrated by incessant notifications and digital noise, many are grappling with an unexpected adversary: loneliness. Alone in a Crowd of Followers: Navigating Loneliness in a Connected World pulls back the curtain on the paradox of our hyper-connected existence, offering a profound exploration of digital solitude and its rippling effects on our real-world relationships.Step into a wor...

The fascinating story of Vincent van Gogh’s two groundbreaking years in Paris, where he transformed himself from a provincial unknown into one of the world’s great visionary artists.Vincent Van Gogh arrived in the French capital on the last day of February 1886, a month short of his thirty-third birthday. He was a man beaten down by life, half-starved, and nearly broken psychologically. He was saved by his brother Theo, who provided him with room, board, and, most ...