That the arts had their rise in the East, and that they were conveyed thence to the Greeks, and from them to the Romans, is universally admitted. Respecting the inventions and discoveries however of the earliest ages, nothing certain is known. Many of those most useful in common life must have been the production of periods when men were little acquainted with letters, or any sure mode of transmitting an account of their improvements to succeeding generations. The taste which then prevaile...

The power of steam was not entirely unknown to the ancients, but before the æra rendered memorable by the discoveries of James Watt, the steam-engine, which has since become the object of such universal interest, was a machine of extremely limited power, inferior in importance and usefulness to most other mechanical agents used as prime movers. Hero of Alexandria, who lived about 120 years before the birth of Christ, has left us the description of a machine, in which a continued rotatory m...

Step into the world of groundbreaking achievements and pioneering ideas with Beckmann’s "A History of Inventions, Discoveries and Origins, Volume 1 (of 2)." This comprehensive volume takes you through the evolution of human ingenuity, highlighting the inventions and discoveries that have shaped the course of history.From the earliest tools of humanity to the scientific marvels of the modern age, Beckmann explores the origins of many of the world’s most tran...

In 2011, Apple officially became the most valuable company of all time. iPod, iPad, iTunes, App Store... the list goes on. Apple's must-have products add up to one giant success story. So what's their secret? What makes Apple the most innovative company on the planet? The answer: Apple does exactly the opposite of what any other company would do. Unlike the competition, Apple develops devices and programs by concentrating on a small number of functions. Forget complex market analyses. Forg...

Written specially for the new Technical Certificate in Beauty Therapy, this book will provide your learners with everything they need to know to succeed in their studies. Complementing quality teaching, this textbook covers all the knowledge required for each unit, as well as illustrating practical skills with industry quality photographic illustrations.- Carefully matched to the requirements of the new qualification, this comprehensive textbook will provide you and your learners w...

A rollicking collection of uproariously funny, improbably true stories by a man who believes living life to the fullest makes life unbelievably fun.Dan Beckmann appears to be an average guy living an average life—until you get him talking. In this extraordinary collection of remarkable tales, you'll see that Dan finds adventure the way he finds friends—everywhere he goes, and under some of the most unexpected circumstances.Through his witty, lighthearted, an...

The classic layman's history of the mathematical constant—"A pure delight…. Entirely offbeat, which gives it its charm" ( The Denver Post )."A very readable account."— Science"A cheerful work."— Scientific AmericanThe history of pi, says the author, though a small part of the history of mathematics, is nevertheless a mirror...

Max Beckmann is widely acknowledged as one of Germany's leading twentieth-century artists. A figurative painter throughout his career, Beckmann depicted the world around him with an unparalleled intensity. His art emerges directly from his experiences of the First and Second World Wars, the political upheavals of the 1920s and 1930s, the rise of Nazism, exile in Amsterdam and his final emigration to the United States. By capturing the objects and events that surrounded him, Beckmann hoped ...

"A History of Inventions, Discoveries, and Origins, Volume 2" by Johann Beckmann is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of human ingenuity. This volume delves into various inventions and discoveries that have significantly impacted society and culture. Beckmann meticulously categorizes advancements in technology, science, and everyday life, providing readers with a rich understanding of how these innovations emerged and transformed the world. His analytical approach highlights the...

Bloomsbury presents Poverty Abolitionists: Faith, Activism, and Hope for Difficult Times by David Beckmann read by Ian PorterThe United States and the world have made dramatic progress against poverty in recent decades, but the second Trump administration has thrown progress into reverse. David Beckmann calls us to push back against MAGA and restore progress against poverty.David is an economist, pastor, and activist. He was awarde...

"A History of Inventions, Discoveries, and Origins, Volume 1" by Johann Beckmann is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of human ingenuity. This volume delves into the significant inventions and discoveries that have shaped civilization, providing insights into the minds and contexts behind these innovations. Beckmann meticulously categorizes various fields, including agriculture, mechanics, and the arts, illustrating how each advancement contributed to societal progress. His anal...

One of the most important monuments of Imperial Rome and at the same time one of the most poorly understood, the Column of Marcus Aurelius has long stood in the shadow of the Column of Trajan. In The Column of Marcus Aurelius, Martin Beckmann makes a thorough study of the form, content, and meaning of this infrequently studied monument. Beckmann employs a new approach to the column, one that focuses on the process of its creation and construction, to uncover the cultural significa...