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Providing useful tips and information, this book is suitable for archers of various levels. Illustrated with nearly 250 black and white photographs and 80 diagrams, it analyses shooting techniques and tuning, and also emphasizes the development of mental toughness.

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A practical guide to help master the art of drawing buildings accurately and learn the techniques of the architectural illustrator.

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Where do you start if you want to light an interior space What is the best colour temperature for your design scheme What do you need to consider when choosing LED lamps and luminaires

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Explains how to make fluid lines, marks and more advanced tonal shifts. Advises on techniques that give depth and texture to compositions. Gives extensive guidance on good printing technique using a press and hand burnishing methods. Includes chapters on still life, interiors, landscapes, portraits and figures, and animals. Showcases examples from leading wood engravers

(Hardback)

An in-depth examination of the origins and inspirations behind this popular style of architecture from the 1920s and 30s.

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Portrays the beauty of this age-old craft of letter carving in stone, alongside practical instruction. This book guides through the basics of letter carving, drawn lettering and making simple designs; explains a proportioning system for classical Roman capitals; and demonstrates a useful approach to designing letterform variations.

(Hardback)

A thorough guide to this beautiful craft of hand-carved lettering in wood.

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*A detailed exploration of how historical harpsichords were made, with instructions on how the modern reader can do the same. *Comprehensively illustrated with 400 photos and line drawings *Written by an internationally respected musical instrument museum curator and instrument researcher with considerable harpsichord-making experience.

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Provides a summary of essential information for the violin maker and player. This book is divided into three parts: The Violin Makers; The Workshop, Tools and Materials; and, Violin Construction. It also provides a record of the history, social background, lives and work of the great violin makers of the past.

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With practical advice on how to approach a painting, this book is sure to become an invaluable reference for artists and an insightful aid so all gardeners can enjoy their plants to the full. Flowers, Inflorescences and fruits, Stem and winter twigs, leaves and stipules, Grasses, sedges and rushes Cone-bearing trees, Ferns, Mosses and liverworts, Seaweeds, Fungi

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The good-looking DB7 was by far the most numerous of all Astons. Developed under the ownership of Ford, it was intended to add a higher-volume strand to Aston Martin's range, and when the good-looking car was launched in 1993 it soon became obvious that this was sound policy. This book tells the story of the family of sports cars.

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Featuring more than 200 colour photographs, this book covers the complete history of the Aston Martin Vanquish and DB9.

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Traces the turbulent history of Aston Martin and Lagonda through the cars these two famous British marques have produced.

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Auditioning skills are vital to the success of every performer, whether professional or amateur. This book explains how to win your dream role and advises on the auditioning process. With chapters for aspiring drama students and amateurs, it gives advice on how to impress a director, as well as warning of common pitfalls to avoid.

(Hardback)

Tells the story of the auricula's journey from its native Alpine habitat into the gardens of Europe and beyond. This title introduces the reader to some of the interesting characters who felt passionately about the auricula and discovers the important social role it played as it was transformed by skilled florists.

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The stylist of the Austin Allegro, Harris Mann, said of the car that 'It took a lot of stick, but it wasn't that bad a car ...The trouble was that every one off the line was different in some way, thanks to quality control.' This book tells the Allegro's tale of grand designs, high hopes, failed dreams, industrial unrest, and finally, redemption.

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The "Big Healeys" took the motoring world by storm in the 1950s and 60s. This book is the in-depth story of the marque's evolution, from Donald Healey's initial inspiration to the Layland take-over that saw the end of Austin-Healey.

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This title covers the history of automata and mechanical toys, including the early inventors from Hero of Alexandria, through the 18th and 19th centuries, to contemporary automata. Also included is advice on how to get started; tools and materials required; and techniques.

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Takes the combined experience and expertise of three leading detailing commentators to provide a thorough and expansive overview of automotive detailing techniques. From the pre-wash, wash and preparation stages, through machine polishing to paint protection and maintenance, this book covers every detailing stage.

(Hardback, Alabama)

Rachel visits her half-sister in the disturbing Avalon Castle in the Christmas of 1867, finding a house of family feuding, hauntings and disappearances, and any chance of festivity is destroyed when a member of the household suddenly dies. With neighbour William Norton's help, Rachel tries to prove her suspicions of foul play.