The field of expressive arts is closely tied to the work of therapeutic change. As well as being beneficial for the individual or small group, expressive arts therapy has the potential for a much wider impact, to inspire social action and bring about social change.The book's contributors explore the transformative power of the arts therapies in areas stricken by conflict, political unrest, poverty or natural disaster and discuss how and why expressive arts works. They look at the w...

This is the first book to explore and evaluate the potential of museum and gallery spaces and partnerships for art therapy.Showcasing approaches by well-known art therapists, the edited collection contains descriptions of, and reflections on, art therapy in museums and galleries around the globe. Case studies encompass a broad range of client groups, including people with dementia, refugees and clients recovering from substance abuse, exploring the therapeutic skills required to wo...

Published in celebration of Magnolia Bakery's twenty-fifth anniversary, this beautifully photographed handbook offers nearly 150 scrumptious recipes and tips, tools, and techniques accompanied by 250 photographs and illustrations—the perfect gift for home bakers and destined to be their go-to, favorite resource for baking for beginners and experts alike.When it opened its doors in 1996, Magnolia Bakery quickly became a landmark and destination in New York City. Fans lined up around...

Indulge in 100 delightful no-bake desserts from the iconic New York bakery with this must-have dessert cookbook. Explore classic treats like banana pudding; icebox cakes, pies, and cheesecakes; as well as all-new icebox sweets from Magnolia Bakery’s Chief Baking Officer Bobbie Lloyd.Magnolia Bakery, once a small corner shop in New York’s West Village, now a global phenomenon with 40+ stores around the world, shares a new collection of Magnolia Bakery recipes in this beautiful bakin...

Fred Waitzkin became smitten with chess during the historic Fischer-Spassky championship in 1972. When Fischer disappeared from public view, Waitzkin’s interest waned—until his own son, Josh, emerged as a chess prodigy.Searching for Bobby Fischer is the story of Fred Waitzkin and his son, from the moment six-year-old Josh first sits down at a chessboard until he competes for the national championship.Drawn into the insular, international network of...

The impact of political violence, war, civil war and acts of terrorism on the individuals involved can be extensive. Art therapy can provide an effective means of expressing the resulting experiences of fear, loss, separation, instability and disruption. Art Therapy and Political Violence brings together contributions from all over the world and from diverse theoretical backgrounds. With contributions from Northern Ireland, Kosovo, Israel and South Africa, the book includes numero...