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This informative text looks at how country traditions from around the world continuously influence home decor. Its photos give readers a break from the intensity of modern life, while Miller shows us how to bring the spirit and simplicity of the countryside into our own homes-- no matter where they ... More

Illustrated throughout with 300 full-color photographs, this resource is packed with menu ideas, tips, and a resource guide of china and accessory suppliers.Whether using heirloom china or a hot designer's latest tableware collection-for an intimate dinner for two or a family feast for ten-set a tab... More

We have never demanded so much from our homes--not only must they satisfy the myriad practical needs of modern life, but they must also express our tastes and personal style. Paint and fabrics do not simply cover and protect, they must evoke the right atmosphere, creating a feeling of relaxation or ... More

Arranged progressively by color, the rich, detailed, full-page photos of London--the capital of cool, filled with famous artists, photographers, and architects--take readers on a whirlwind tour of the town, exploring a wide range of architecture and interior design. Full color.... More

Based on new research by a joint UK and US team of language experts, with support from Oxford English Dictionaries, this dictionary offers unique coverage of how English is spoken in the 21st century. Uses the universally recognized International Phonetic Alphabet Pronunciations in British and Ame... More

Sharing her recommendations of favorite insider places and word-of-mouth gems, bestselling lifestyle author Barbara Milo Ohrbach acts as a guide to food markets, exquisite shops, overflowing antiques markets, not to mention cooking courses, outdoor painting classes, ancient palazzos, and small museu... More