Art Morse, a well-known Civil War historian and speaker, delivers a fascinating insight into how a single misjudgment in a now forgotten battle could very well have altered the entire course of the war. Robert E. Lees first command of the Civil War was to the army of northwest Virginia in August of 1861. His carefully planned combined attack had to be called off because a Confederate colonel, who had successfully led his regiment to the rear of the Cheat Mountain fortifications undetected,...

總結日本西化前住屋建築的最後紀實經典307張手繪圖、詳實記述，再現消逝的時代明治維新後日本歷經西化洗禮，一方面發展成今日所見的高質量現代化社會，另一方面，用心維護的傳統則日益精緻化。西化前，那些從日本土地上一點一滴型塑而成的住屋文化，猶如過去漫長歷史歲月中的時代總結，然後大舉消逝、變形（融合），或者特殊化，不再是生活日常。一百五十年前，日本在美國人眼中還是個貧窮的國度。木造、屋瓦、榻榻米、緣廊、庭園、茶道、跪坐，看似質樸卻又在細微處雕琢，對剎那殞落之美的追尋銘刻於工藝和儀式的職人技法，卻又與今日日本若符一契。本書作者以民族學研究方法，耗時三年的田野調查，輔以栩栩如生的手繪圖，讓西化前、明治初期建築風格和裝飾配置的獨特樣貌躍然紙上，並記述、闡釋、比較這個時代的生活、美學和工藝技術，留給後人正宗日本文化的最後身影。專業推薦 (依姓氏筆劃排列)凌宗魁 建築文資工作者徐裕健 建築博士／古蹟建築師／華梵大學教授郭雅雯 安田女子大學建築學系副教授本書特...

In Selfie Aesthetics Nicole Erin Morse examines how trans feminine artists use selfies and self-representational art to explore transition, selfhood, and relationality. Morse contends that rather than being understood as shallow emblems of a narcissistic age, selfies can produce politically meaningful encounters between creators and viewers. Through close readings of selfies and other digital artworks by trans feminist artists, Morse details a set of formal strategies they call se...

Masterminds of Strategy: A 17-Volume Collection is an unparalleled compendium that traverses the art and science of strategy across centuries and continents. Spanning diverse epochs, from ancient treatises to modern reflections, this anthology encapsulates the profound insights and variations in strategic thought. Readers will navigate through rich texts that address military tactics, political shrewdness, and philosophical musings on power and governance. Standout pieces include historic ...

The global phenomenon of the aging of societies during a period of outstanding scientific, economic, and technological advancements is a blessing for humanity. These fundamental changes, however, create new needs and problems in all areas of life, often difficult to address. In some countries, the trend is towards compression of the period of age-related morbidity - fewer years of living with disabilities - but the absolute numbers of elderly people living with disabilities are increasing ...

The story behind the iconic comic characters and the bubble gum they came with—includes over 100 reproductions spanning six decades.Bazooka Joe and his Gang have been synonymous with bubble gum ever since their debut in 1953, providing an irresistible combination of cheap laughs wrapped around pink, sugary sweetness. This book celebrates the iconic mini-comics that are recognized the world over and reveals their origins in midcentury New York City. The story of Bazo...

The Art of Strategy: 17 Must-Read Titles offers an unparalleled exploration into the art and science of strategy through a collection of seminal works spanning centuries and civilizations. This anthology captures a myriad of literary styles, from Sun Tzu's poetic precision to Carl von Clausewitz's rigorous military analysis, and the political savvy of Niccolò Machiavelli. By encapsulating texts of historical and theoretical significance, the anthology affords readers an expansive view of s...

The Art of Strategy: The Top 10 Military and Political Masterminds presents a compelling examination of historical figures whose strategic acumen decisively shaped world events. Through an eclectic range of literary styles, this collection brings together a wealth of perspectives on ancient and modern strategy. Within these pages, readers will encounter in-depth analyses that traverse epochs and regions, from the cunning tactics of classical antiquity to the strategic doctrines of early 20...