Author: N. J. WATSON
Publisher: OPEN UNIVERSITY WORLDWIDE
Keywords: oriental, exotic
Number of Pages: 157
Published: 2004
List price: unknow
ISBN-10: 0749296011
ISBN-13: 9780749296018
Author: Yusiana Basuki
Publisher: Lulu.com
Keywords: orchid, exotic
Number of Pages: 210
Published: 2007-03-21
List price: $17.50
ISBN-10: 1430315229
ISBN-13: 9781430315223
Author: Louise Tythacott
Publisher: Routledge
Keywords: exotic, surrealism
Number of Pages: 272
Published: 2003-03-21
List price: $140.00
ISBN-10: 0415276373
ISBN-13: 9780415276375
Surrealism and the Exotic is the story of the obsessive relationship between surrealist and non-western culture. Describing the travels across Africa, Oceania, Mexico and the Caribbean made by wealthy aesthetes, it combines an insight into the mentality of early 20th century collectors with an overview of the artistic heritage at stake in these adventures. Featuring more than 70 photographs of artefacts, exhibitions and expeditions-in-progress, it brings to life the climate of hedonism enjoyed by Breton, Ernst, Durkheim, and Mauss. It is an unparalleled introduction to the Surrealist movement
Author: Copeland Marks
Publisher: Dutton Adult
Keywords: malaysia, kitchens, exotic
Number of Pages: 320
Published: 1997-11-01
List price: $32.95
ISBN-10: 1556115261
ISBN-13: 9781556115264
With text and over 175 recipes, Marks ventures into the diverse kitchens of Malaysia and the island of Borneo, where three very different cultures combine to produce an astounding array of exciting food. The Chinese, native Malays, and Indians who inhabit Malaysia take full advantage of their tropical climate, which produces a cornucopia of fruits, vegetables, and herbs unmatched in the world. Regional differences are pronounced. Some reflect the centuries of influence China has had in Malaysia, as is the case with Nasi Ayam (chicken rice), which uses bean sprouts that are found only in and
Author: Valarie V. Tynes
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Keywords: pets, exotic, behavior
Number of Pages: 248
Published: 2010-08-06
List price: $74.99
ISBN-10: 0813800781
ISBN-13: 9780813800783
Behavior of Exotic Pets is the first book on the subject to be written by behavioral experts, all with a wealth of practical experience. The book is divided into chapters devoted to particular species or groups of species commonly kept as exotic pets. The normal behavior for each group of animals is explained, including reproduction, parenting, communication and social behavior. The animals’ environmental needs based on their behavior are covered to enable owners to provide better husbandry and avoid potential behavioral problems. Descriptions of common behavioral problems are included,
Author: Jonathan Bellman
Publisher: Northeastern
Keywords: music, western, exotic
Number of Pages: 416
Published: 1997-12-23
List price: $35.00
ISBN-10: 1555533191
ISBN-13: 9781555533199
Exoticism has flourished in western music since the seventeenth century. A blend of familiar and unfamiliar gestures, this vibrant musical language takes the listener beyond the ordinary by evoking foreign cultures and forbidden desires. In this pioneering collection, distinguished musicologists explore the ways in which western composers have used exotic themes for dramatic and striking effect. Interweaving historical, musical, and cultural perspectives, the contributors examine the compositional use of exotic styles and traditions in the works of artists as diverse as Mozart and George Harri
Author: Anonymous
Publisher: Paladin Press
Keywords: system, weapons, exotic, glock
Number of Pages: 59
Published: 2001-07-01
List price: $16.00
ISBN-10: 1581602588
ISBN-13: 9781581602586
Shooters prize the semiautomatic Glock for its reliability and ease of use. But what many may not know is that with a few scraps of metal and some simple hand tools, the amateur tinkerer can convert any Glock to full automatic. The conversion design detailed in this book allows properly licensed individuals to transform a regular semiauto pistol into one that delivers selective-fire operation without altering the major components of the gun such as the receiver (frame) or slide. Step-by-step instructions, professionally prepared technical illustrations of weapon functions in semi and full-auto
