A darkly funny and politically resonant novel by an acclaimed new novelist.Romania, 1989, the twilight of Ceau?escu’s dictatorship: Daily news flashes of seemingly random murders grip the nation. The suspect? A man-eating bear.Amid the fear of informants, official lies, and daily rationing, two bright lives collide. Constantin, an idealistic police detective prone to scribbling fairy tales in his notebook, is tasked with solving the string of mysterious dea...

This anthology edited by Philip Schaff, a renowned ecclesiastic historian, includes the most important works by early Christian theologians. Their comportment and sacrifice, their lectures and preaching, their moral values, and their understanding of Christianity and its most precious messages - shaped the foundations of the Christianity, helping it spread throughout the Roman Empire and beyond its borders during the first centuries after the death of Jesus. The edition includes: Volume I:...

Ateliers have produced the greatest artists of all time—and now that educational model is experiencing a renaissance. These studios, a return to classical art training, are based on the nineteenth-century model of teaching artists by pairing them with a master artist over a period of years. Students begin by copying masterworks, then gradually progress to painting as their skills develop. Classical Drawing Atelier is an atelier in a book—and the master is Juliette Aristides, a cla...

This meticulously edited anthology presents the complete early Christian writings from the first four centuries following the death of Christ. Edited by Philip Schaff, a renowned ecclesiastic historian, this extensive collection comprises thousands of Christian texts authored by over 60 of the most significant theologians and Church Fathers. Each author is accompanied by a detailed introduction providing insight into their life and works, illuminating their philosophical perspectives, advo...

The practice of drawing distilled to its essential elements. Embedded with videos, beautifully filmed in Florence, Italy, that provide real-time drawing lessons so that any gaps in the learning process are filled in with live instruction.In this elegant and inspiring primer, master contemporary artist and author Juliette Aristides breaks down the drawing process into small, manageable lessons; introduces time-tested principles and techniques that are easily accessi...

A companion volume to Lessons in Classical Drawing and an atelier in book form, Lessons in Classical Painting breaks down the foundational skills and techniques of painting in a format that is accessible and manageable for all readers.With the same direct, easy-to-follow approach of Juliette Aristides's previous books, Lessons in Classical Painting presents aspiring artists with the fundamental skills and tools needed to master painting i...

Explore the essentials of computer programming and algorithmic thinking with Visual Basic. This comprehensive course is designed for beginners to master the core concepts and practical applications.Key FeaturesComprehensive coverage of Visual Basic and algorithms with practical exercises and examplesIntroduction to programming fundamentals, & in-depth exploration of advanced structuresIntroduction to arrays, subprograms, and object-oriented pro...

Want to paint more like Manet and less like Jackson Pollock?Students of art hailed Classical Drawing Atelier, Juliette Aristides’s first book, as a dynamic return to the atelier educational model. Ateliers, popular in the nineteenth century, teach emerging artists by pairing them with a master artist over a period of years. The educational process begins as students copy masterworks, then gradually progress to painting as their skills develop. The many artists at every lev...

Dive into the essentials of C++ and algorithmic thinking with this book. This comprehensive guide is perfect for newcomers looking to build a strong foundation in programming and problem-solving.Key FeaturesComprehensive introduction to C++ programming and detailed explanations of algorithmic concepts.Step-by-step setup of development environments, with practical exercises and real-world examples.In-depth coverage of control structures, and vis...

Dive into the world of PHP programming and algorithmic thinking with this comprehensive course designed for beginners. Learn the essentials of PHP and build a strong foundation in algorithmic concepts.Key FeaturesUnderstand how computers work and the basics of programmingLearn to use PHP and IDEs, and master variables, constants, operators, and control structuresDevelop skills in manipulating data structures, while learning how to create and us...

Dive into the world of Java and algorithmic thinking with this book. This comprehensive guide for beginners covers everything from basic computer operations to advanced programming concepts.Key FeaturesIntroduction to Java & algorithmic thinking with a proper guide from basic to advanced conceptsTips and tricks to enhance programming efficiency, and exercises for real-world applicationDetailed exploration of control structures, data structures,...

Dive into the world of C\# and algorithmic thinking with Aristides Bouras's comprehensive guide for complete beginners. Master fundamental concepts, from basic algorithms to advanced programming techniques, using Visual Studio.Key FeaturesComprehensive introduction to C\# and algorithmic thinking with step-by-step guidance.Practical exercises with real-world applications, along with integration of Visual Studio Code.Detailed explanations and ti...