Mantegna, a prominent figure of the Italian Renaissance, is celebrated for his mastery in painting and his innovative use of perspective. His works often depict classical themes and figures, showcasing a deep understanding of anatomy and composition. D'Anvers, in his analysis, delves into Mantegna's artistic techniques and the influences that shaped his style. The book provides insights into Mantegna's life, his relationship with patrons, and the historical context of his creations, making...

"Columbus and Other Heroes of American Discovery" by N. D'Anvers is a captivating exploration of the lives and adventures of key figures in the age of exploration. The book delves into the journeys of Christopher Columbus and other notable explorers who ventured into the unknown, driven by curiosity and the desire for discovery. D'Anvers presents these historical figures not just as adventurers, but as complex individuals shaped by their times, offering readers a nuanced understanding of t...

"Mantegna" by D'Anvers is a biography of Andrea Mantegna (1431-1506). He was an Italian painter, a student of Roman archeology, and son-in-law of Jacopo Bellini. Like other artists of the time, Mantegna experimented with perspective, e.g. by lowering the horizon in order to create a sense of greater monumentality. His flinty, metallic landscapes and somewhat stony figures give evidence of a fundamentally sculptural approach to painting. Excerpt: " Born at a time of exceptional intellectual...

In "Mantegna," N. D'Anvers presents a meticulously crafted exploration of the life and works of the renowned Renaissance artist, Andrea Mantegna. This scholarly work delves into Mantegna's innovative techniques and his profound impact on the evolution of painting during the Italian Renaissance. D'Anvers marries a fluid literary style with thorough analysis, placing Mantegna'Äôs art within its historical context, examining themes of illusionism, perspective, and the integration of classical...

« La Petite Fille au ruban bleu est l’un des tableaux les plus connus de Renoir. Son modèle, Irène Cahen d’Anvers, faisait partie de la grande bourgeoisie juive de la fin du XIXᵉ siècle, très influente dans le monde de l’art. La destinée du tableau révèle les tumultes de l’époque. Commandé à Renoir en 1880 par les parents d’Irène, mécènes brillants, sa spoliation par les nazis, plus de cinquante ans plus tard, marque l’effondrement d’une élite qui finira en majorité déportée. Après la guer...

"Les hommes du bord possédaient le sens de l amer. Ils pouvaient dire : "Toi, je te connais depuis longtemps." Leurs gestes étaient devenus prudents. il y avait peu de risques qu'ils fussent surpris et blessés.".

pubOne.info thank you for your continued support and wish to present you this new edition. The Clyde was the first river whose waters were lashed into foam by a steam-boat. It was in 1812 when the steamer called the Comet ran between Glasgow and Greenock, at the speed of six miles an hour. Since that time more than a million of steamers or packet-boats have plied this Scotch river, and the inhabitants of Glasgow must be as familiar as any people with the wonders of steam navigation.

The Blockade Runners (French: Les Forceurs de blocus) is a 1865 short story by Jules Verne In 1871 it was published in single volume together with novel A Floating City as a part of the Voyages Extraordinaires series (The Extraordinary Voyages). An English translation was published in 1879. Excerpted from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

pubOne.info thank you for your continued support and wish to present you this new edition. On the evening of the 17th March 1859, Captain Craventy gave a fête at Fort Reliance. Our readers must not at once imagine a grand entertainment, such as a court ball, or a musical soirée with a fine orchestra. Captain Craventys reception was a very simple affair, yet he had spared no pains to give it éclat.

The Fur Country (French: Le Pays des fourrures) is a novel by Jules Verne, published in 1872.In 1859, officers of the Hudson's Bay Company are given the mission to found a fort at 70 degrees north of the polar circle. At some point, an earthquake occurs, and from then on, laws of physics seem altered (a total eclipse happens to be only partial; tides are not perceived anymore). They eventually realise that they are on an iceberg separated from the sea ice that is drifting south. Excerpted ...

Vers la fin du mois de mai de l’année 1573, trois personnes étaient réunies dans une vaste pièce de l’hôtel de Sterbeck, l’un des plus vieux et des plus somptueux bâtiments de la place Verte, à Anvers ; toutes trois semblaient courbées sous le coup d’un immense désespoir. Ces personnes étaient la duchesse de Sterbeck, Noémie, sa fille, et le comte Popoli, fiancé de Noémie.La cause du désespoir qui les tenait muets et immobiles en face l’un de l’autre, était la condamnation à mort d...

Année 1953. Quatre braqueurs dérobent des diamants à Anvers. Max, videur au Caveau de la Hûchette, est chargé d’écouler la marchandise, mais un an plus tard, il est descendu devant la porte du club. Les inspecteurs Larry Martin et Robert Stern du 36 quai des Orfèvres enquêtent. Giovanni Trévise, détective privé, se trouve sur les lieux au moment du meurtre. Il aide les enquêteurs à identifier et retrouver le coupable. Mais où sont passés les diamants ? En parallèle, Claudia est kidnappée à...