ploszajski anna handmade a scientist’s search for meaning through making
Ploszajski Anna Handmade. A Scientist’s Search for Meaning through Making
From atomic structures to theories about magnetic forces, scientific progress has given us a good grasp on the properties of many different materials. However, most scientists cannot measure the temperature of steel just by looking at it, or sculpt stone into all kinds of shapes, or know how it feels to blow up a balloon of glass. Handmade is the story of materials through making and doing. Author and material scientist Anna Ploszajski journeys into the domain of makers and craftspeople to comprehend how the most popular materials really work. Anna has the fresh perspective of someone at the forefront of the field. Each chapter features her accounts of learning from masters of their respective crafts. Along the way, Anna builds a fuller picture of materials and their place in society, as well as how they have intersected with her own life experiences – from land racing on American salt flats to swimming the English Channel. She visits a blacksmith, explores how working with the primal material, clay, has brought about some of the most advanced technologies, and delves down to the atomic scale of glass to find out what makes it 'glassy'. Handmade affords us a new understanding of the materials we encounter every day and an appreciation for the skills needed to fashion them into objects that are perfectly formed for the jobs they do.
4522 Руб.
Tolstoy Leo Anna Karenina
Anna is a beautiful, intelligent woman whose passionate affair with the dashing Count Vronsky leads her to ruin. But her story is also about a search for meaning, and by twinning it with that of Levin, an awkward idealist whose happy marriage and domestic trials form the backdrop for a similar quest, Tolstoy creates a rich and complex masterpiece that has captured the imagination of readers for decades. The Vintage Classic Russians Series: Published for the 100th anniversary of the 1917 Russian Revolution, these are must-have, beautifully designed editions of six epic masterpieces that have survived controversy, censorship and suppression to influence decades of thought and artistic expression.
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Frankl V. Man s Search for Ultimate Meaning
Viktor Frankl is known to millions as the author of Man’s Search for Meaning, his harrowing Holocaust memoir. In this book, he goes more deeply into the ways of thinking that enabled him to survive imprisonment in a concentration camp and to find meaning in life in spite of all the odds. Here, he expands upon his groundbreaking ideas and searches for answers about life, death, faith and suffering. Believing that there is much more to our existence than meets the eye, he says: "No one will be able to make us believe that man is a sublimated animal once we can show that within him there is a repressed angel." In Man’s Search for Ultimate Meaning, Frankl explores our sometimes unconscious desire for inspiration or revelation. He explains how we can create meaning for ourselves and, ultimately, he reveals how life has more to offer us than we could ever imagine.
1494 Руб.
Frankl V. Man s Search for Ultimate Meaning
Viktor Frankl is known to millions as the author of Man’s Search for Meaning, his harrowing Holocaust memoir. In this book, he goes more deeply into the ways of thinking that enabled him to survive imprisonment in a concentration camp and to find meaning in life in spite of all the odds. Here, he expands upon his groundbreaking ideas and searches for answers about life, death, faith and suffering. Believing that there is much more to our existence than meets the eye, he says: "No one will be able to make us believe that man is a sublimated animal once we can show that within him there is a repressed angel." In Man’s Search for Ultimate Meaning, Frankl explores our sometimes unconscious desire for inspiration or revelation. He explains how we can create meaning for ourselves and, ultimately, he reveals how life has more to offer us than we could ever imagine.
1494 Руб.
Buddha Da
Anne Marie's Da, a Glaswegian painter and decorator, has always been game for a laugh. So when he first tells his family that he's taking up meditation at the Buddhist Centre in town, no one takes him seriously. But as Jimmy becomes more involved in his search for the spiritual his beliefs start to come into conflict with the needs of his wife, Liz, and cracks begin to form in their previously happy family.With grace, humour and humility Anne Donovan's beloved debut tells the story of one man's search for a higher power. But in his search for meaning, Jimmy might be about to lose the thing that matters most..
1009 Руб.
Donovan Anne Buddha Da
Anne Marie’s Da, a Glaswegian painter and decorator, has always been game for a laugh. So when he first tells his family that he’s taking up meditation at the Buddhist Centre in town, no one takes him seriously. But as Jimmy becomes more involved in his search for the spiritual his beliefs start to come into conflict with the needs of his wife, Liz, and cracks begin to form in their previously happy family. With grace, humour and humility Anne Donovan’s beloved debut tells the story of one man’s search for a higher power. But in his search for meaning, Jimmy might be about to lose the thing that matters most.
1880 Руб.
Donovan A. Buddha Da
Anne Maries Da, a Glaswegian painter and decorator, has always been game for a laugh. So when he first tells his family that hes taking up meditation at the Buddhist Centre in town, no one takes him seriously. But as Jimmy becomes more involved in his search for the spiritual his beliefs start to come into conflict with the needs of his wife, Liz, and cracks begin to form in their previously happy family. With grace, humour and humility Anne Donovans beloved debut tells the story of one mans search for a higher power. But in his search for meaning, Jimmy might be about to lose the thing that matters most.
1009 Руб.
Donovan A. Buddha Da
Anne Maries Da, a Glaswegian painter and decorator, has always been game for a laugh. So when he first tells his family that hes taking up meditation at the Buddhist Centre in town, no one takes him seriously. But as Jimmy becomes more involved in his search for the spiritual his beliefs start to come into conflict with the needs of his wife, Liz, and cracks begin to form in their previously happy family. With grace, humour and humility Anne Donovans beloved debut tells the story of one mans search for a higher power. But in his search for meaning, Jimmy might be about to lose the thing that matters most.
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handmade rattan bag floral designed
Elevate your style with the handmade rattan bag floral designed. Embody the essence of bohemian chic with this unique accessory that exudes elegance and sophistication. Each bag is meticulously hand woven by skilled artisans, making it a one-of-a-kind piece that adds a touch of artisanal style to any outfit. This rattan bag is versatile and stylish, perfect for a day spent in the sun or a casual evening. The intricate floral pattern gives it a whimsical look, while the sturdy construction ensures strength and durability. The natural rattan material gives the bag a rustic charm, making it a standout piece in your accessory collection. Whether you're strolling through the farmer's market or picnicking on the beach, this rattan bag with floral design is the perfect companion. Make a fashion statement and showcase your unique sense of style with this exquisite handmade accessory. With this stunning rattan bag, you'll be able to accentuate your look and catch the attention of others. Add a touch of nature-inspired beauty to your ensemble and appreciate the handmade craftsmanship.
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Handmade Rattan Bag Floral Designed
Elevate your style with the handmade rattan bag floral designed. Embody the essence of bohemian chic with this unique accessory that exudes elegance and sophistication. Each bag is meticulously hand woven by skilled artisans, making it a one-of-a-kind piece that adds a touch of artisanal style to any outfit. This rattan bag is versatile and stylish, perfect for a day spent in the sun or a casual evening. The intricate floral pattern gives it a whimsical look, while the sturdy construction ensures strength and durability. The natural rattan material gives the bag a rustic charm, making it a standout piece in your accessory collection. Whether you're strolling through the farmer's market or picnicking on the beach, this rattan bag with floral design is the perfect companion. Make a fashion statement and showcase your unique sense of style with this exquisite handmade accessory. With this stunning rattan bag, you'll be able to accentuate your look and catch the attention of others. Add a touch of nature-inspired beauty to your ensemble and appreciate the handmade craftsmanship.
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Magris Claudio A Different Sea
An illuminating portrait of a world in ferment after the First world War, and a man seeking an authentic life. Early this century Enrico, a young intellectual, leaves the city of Gorizia with its abundant population and culture, to spend several years living on the Patagonian pampas, alone with his ancient Greek texts, his flocks and, every now and then, a woman. He has been taught by his closest friend, Carlo, a philosopher/poet who commits suicide in his early twenties, to search for an authentic life, free of social falsehoods. But in his search for this unattainable goal, Enrico destroys every chance he has of a normal existence. This is portrait of a world in ferment, a decaying empire shaken by war and revolution, and a life-long search for meaning.
2179 Руб.
Rosen Michael We're Going on a Bear Hunt
For brave hunters and bear-lovers, the classic chant-aloud by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury in a large board book edition. We're going on a bear hunt. We're going to catch a big one. Will you come too? For a quarter of a century, readers have been swishy-swashying and splash-sploshing through this award-winning favourite. Follow and join in the family's excitement as they wade through the grass, splash through the river and squelch through the mud in search of a bear. What a surprise awaits them in the cave on the other side of the dark forest!
1926 Руб.
My Rainbow Bag Sticker Activity Book
From rocking reds to perfect purples, this colorful book has something for everyone! Race through a rainbow maze, search a mermaid lagoon and find the fairies as you work through the fun activities. Includes cool card press-outs and over 500 stickers to use in the book or wherever you want!
1164 Руб.
Furnivall Kate Under a Blood Red Sky
Davinsky Labour Camp, Siberia, 1933: Sofia Morozova knows she has to escape. Only two things have sustained her through the bitter cold, aching hunger and hard labour: the prospect of one day walking free; and the stories told by her friend Anna, beguiling tales of a charmed upbringing in Petrograd - and of Anna's fervent love for a passionate revolutionary, Vasily. So when Anna falls gravely ill, Sofia makes a promise to escape the camp and find Vasily: to chase the memory that has for so long spun hope in both their hearts. But Sofia knows that times have changed. Russia, gripped by the iron fist of Communism, is no longer the country of her friend's childhood. Her perilous search takes her from industrial factories to remote villages, where she discovers a web of secrecy and lies, but also bonds of courage and loyalty - and an overwhelming love that threatens her promise to Anna.
1231 Руб.
Frankl Viktor E. Yes to Life In Spite of Everything
Find hope even in these dark times with this rediscovered masterpiece, a companion to his international bestseller Mans Search for Meaning. Eleven months after he was liberated from the Nazi concentration camps, Viktor E. Frankl held a series of public lectures in Vienna. The psychiatrist, who would soon become world famous, explained his central thoughts on meaning, resilience, and the importance of embracing life even in the face of great adversity.
1263 Руб.
Frankl Viktor E. Yes to Life In Spite of Everything
Find hope even in these dark times with this rediscovered masterpiece, a companion to his international bestseller Mans Search for Meaning. Eleven months after he was liberated from the Nazi concentration camps, Viktor E. Frankl held a series of public lectures in Vienna. The psychiatrist, who would soon become world famous, explained his central thoughts on meaning, resilience, and the importance of embracing life even in the face of great adversity.
1263 Руб.