“donatella mares”

From Daisy Miller to Isabel Archer to Maisie, female characters dominate the work of Henry James and, often, critical discussion of James's work. Donatella Izzo shifts that discussion to a different, more revealing, plane in this original interpretation of James's short fiction. By redirecting criti... More

What number best completes the series? What anagrams don't belong? Which pattern satisfies the analogy? No cheating Flex that brain muscle and see how intelligent you really are with this fun and formidable two-part series of quizzes. Care to measure your IQ? See how well you stack up after taking ... More

Fantastically designed rings, luminous earrings, sumptuous spiral necklaces, stunning pendants, dazzling bracelets, and multi-layered chokers: that's only a small sampling of the magnificent beaded pieces inside this big book. Sparkling images of gorgeous jewelry provide the inspiration to start cre... More

Elegant hardanger embroidery--a technique refined in the early 18th century--is once again in fashion. And one look at the close-up photos in this lovely guide reveal why: the pulled threads in this lacy style of stitchery form beautiful patterns that are perfect on tablecloths, napkins, handkerchie... More

Dzogchen, or the Great Perfection, is considered in Tibet to be the culmination of all teachings embraced by both Bonpos and the followers of the Nyingma school.... More

Stretching across the Bay of Naples and at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, Naples is home to numerous palaces, estates and grand residences. Though some palaces have been abandoned or damaged, many have been restored to their historical glory. In the midst of this modern, vibrant, multicultural city, th... More