UNESCO General History of Africa, Vol. I, Abridged Edition


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"This volume covers the period from the end of the Neolithic era to the beginning of the seventh century of our era. This lengthy period includes the civilization of Ancient Egypt, the history of Nubia, Ethiopia, North Africa and the Sahara, as well as of the other regions of the continent and its islands."--Publisher's description




Gericault


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The Complete Book of Glass Beadmaking


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A guide to the popular craft offers beadmakers instructions for how to torch, wind, and cool beads; directions for creating various designs, including barrels, cones, and discs; and strategies for achieving a variety of colors and patterns.




Kaj Franck


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A Guide to Czech & Slovak Glass


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A Guide to Czech & Slovak Glass is the first resource book ever written on a nation's glass industry. In 208 pages it outlines the artists, factories, associations, museums, schools, shops, and history of Bohemian glass. -- Amazon.




The Jewels of Lalique


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Showcases the work of the Art Nouveau glass craftsman and jewelry designer.




Michael Glancy


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Michael Glancy is widely recognised as a prominent innovator in the field of studio glass. After studying with the critically acclaimed glass artist Dale Chihuly, he found his own artistic personality by combining different techniques: Glancy works with




Art in the Argentine


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