"The Museum of an Extinct Race" is a soul-shaking tale of faith and resurrection in the face of crushing persecution. The novel resonated with me long after I reached the last page."Claire Wachtel, Editor Emeritus, Harper-Collins--In a world too impossible to imagine... A future too possible.Adolf Hitler's Germany has won the war and conquered the world. He has succeeded in eliminating any vestige of Jews and Judaism. 70 years later, his successors realize H...

The Future of Museum and Gallery Design explores new research and practice in museum design. Placing a specific emphasis on social responsibility, in its broadest sense, the book emphasises the need for a greater understanding of the impact of museum design in the experiences of visitors, in the manifestation of the vision and values of museums and galleries, and in the shaping of civic spaces for culture in our shared social world.The chapters included in the book propose a number...

In today's marketplace, every claim is questioned, every price compared, and every leader scrutinized. The advantage no competitor can easily copy is trust-earned deliberately, displayed visibly, and protected relentlessly. This book is a playbook for founders, startup marketers, and small business owners who refuse to leave credibility to chance.It reveals why trust building for entrepreneurs is no longer a soft skill but a core business strategy, and how brand credibility strateg...

Housing and the City explores housing histories, theories, and projects in diverse geographies. It presents a geographically dispersed history of the twentieth-century modern housing project and its social diagram, juxtaposed with case studies from the past and the present that suggest that we can live and work differently.While the contributions are diverse in their theoretical approach and geographical situation, their juxtaposition yields transversal connections in the ...

The philosophy of Maurice Merleau-Ponty (1908–1961) has influenced the design work of architects as diverse as Steven Holl and Peter Zumthor, as well as informing renowned schools of architectural theory, notably those around Dalibor Vesely at Cambridge, Kenneth Frampton, David Leatherbarrow and Alberto Pérez-Gómez in North America and Juhani Pallasmaa in Finland. Merleau-Ponty suggested that the value of people’s experience of the world gained through their immediate bodily engagement wit...

This edited collection addresses the vital role of the imagination in the critical interpretation of architectural representations. By challenging the contemporary tendency for computer-aided drawings to become mere ‘models’ for imitation in the construction of buildings, the articles explore the broader range of methods and meanings at stake in the creation and interpretation of architectural drawings, models, images and artefacts.These critical – and often practice-led – investig...

Experience the epic history of the eastern Roman Empire, where Christian power and imperial resilience defied collapse. Perfect for your daily commute, this vivid audiobook resurrects a fallen Mediterranean world of glittering churches and fierce religious wars. Listen as powerful emperors, brilliant generals, and cunning merchants forge a thousand-year legacy.Rather than dry lists of dates, this immersive narrative plunges you straight into the bustling streets of Constantinople d...

This text depicts the inner workings of a disturbed mind as observed and understood by the subject himself. Emotional neglect is not only against the law, but it is one of the most damaging situations that a young mind can encounter. Symptoms will carry over into adulthood and will have a dramatic impact on our lives. Most of us suffer from its effects in one way or another. For this reason this publication was written in a manner that is clear, very readable, and highly informative...

Conquer health anxiety and master cardiovascular wellness with this empowering guide to your body's most vital engine. Whether you are navigating a new diagnosis or simply optimizing your daily fitness routine, this accessible science audiobook translates complex anatomy into vivid, everyday language.Replace vague fears about blood pressure and cholesterol with calm, informed curiosity during your morning commute or evening walk. By untangling confusing medical buzzwords, this reas...

Explore the mind-bending mathematics and philosophy of the boundless in this accessible popular science adventure. Whether you are seeking deep focus on your morning commute or satisfying a lifelong curiosity, these thought experiments transform abstract concepts into clear, tangible reality. Dive into the awe-inspiring landscape of the cosmos and human thought without needing advanced equations.This playful and thought-provoking journey demystifies the universe's most unsettling m...

Unearth the awe-inspiring natural history that transformed fierce ancient dinosaurs into the birds outside your window. Perfect for an educational commute or a mindful nature walk, this eye-opening journey takes you back to the Mesozoic era to trace a spectacular biological lineage. Watch the skies change as small, feathered carnivores evolve into lightweight, airborne masters of global ecosystems.Prepare to be captivated by stories of high-stakes survival, astonishing global migra...

Uncover the evolutionary arms race of virology and discover how non-living entities hijack human biology. Whether you are commuting or satisfying a deep curiosity about the natural world, this fascinating listen transforms health anxiety into profound wonder. Step into a strange realm where tiny hijackers shape global ecosystems, alter history, and outsmart complex immune defenses.Designed for curious minds seeking clarity without confusing jargon, this science deep-dive translates...