PEAC 214 : Ethics of Worldbuilding: Science Fiction and Social/Political Theory (HC)

An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to Europe, packed with insider tips and ideas, color maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out transport map - all designed to help you experience the very best of Europe's greatest cities - Paris, London, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Lisbon, Rome, Venice, Copenhagen, Berlin and Prague. Europe's cities boast an unparalleled selection of iconic sights, world-class museums and architectural masterpieces. What could be more appealing - the draw of cosmopolitan London, the elegance of Amsterdam's canals, the inimitable style of Paris or the history of Rome's ancient streets? Admire remarkable world treasures at the British Museum, ascend the Eiffel Tower to enjoy spectacular views of Paris, take in the Baroque gardens of the Schloss Charlottenburg in Berlin, explore Venice's Grand Canal by gondola, stroll through lively Las Ramblas in Barcelona, or step back in time to Ancient Rome at the Colosseum. From spectacular art galleries to historic palaces, discover Europe's unmissable highlights with this easy-to-use travel guide.  Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 Europe you will find:    * A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of Europe's must-sees and hidden gems    * Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day    * Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money    * Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay as well as  useful ticket and opening information and gallery guides    * Color-coded chapters divided by city make it easy to find information quickly and plan your day    * Detailed maps of each city including  laminated pull-out transport maps of Paris, London, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Lisbon, Rome, Venice, Copenhagen, Berlin and Prague     * Detailed Top 10 lists showcase the best attractions in Europe, covering Notre-Dame, the Tower of London, the Vatican City, Sagrada Família, Tivoli, Charles Bridge, Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, and much more Staying for longer and looking for a comprehensive guide to Europe? Make sure to check out DK Eyewitness Europe. About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.

When artists and designers explore or create a fictional setting, the milieu must be completely fleshed out, explained, and designed. In this book, comic and gaming art veteran Mark A. Nelson explores and demonstrates his methods for fashioning visually stunning, believable environments for fantasy creatures and characters. Scores of images and step-by-step examples illustrate how variation and experimentation lead to fresh, original designs for otherworldly beings, their environments, and their stories. Nelson discusses how to find ideas and borrow from history to add the strength of realism to a fantasy world. In describing the best ways to establish a habitat, he offers specifics about climate, terrain, flora, and wildlife. He shares insights into founding societies in terms of their means of survival, manner of warfare, spiritual practices, style of dress, and levels of technology. All visual creatives who work with imaginative material -- illustrators, comic artists, and writers -- will take a lively interest in this source of inspiration and practical knowledge.

Masters of Science Fiction and Fantasy Art profiles and celebrates the work of today's leading practitioners of art of the fantastic, as well as a handful of gifted newcomers from around the globe. The range and impact of their work is both inspiring and far-reaching. These 28 masters have created images for television, movies, gaming, museum exhibits, theme park rides, and every area of publishing. Some of the artists featured only employ traditional painting techniques, while others use only digital methods, and many more blend the mediums to create their fantastical images. Each artist discusses his/her influences and techniques as well as offering tips to beginning artists. Science Fiction Grandmaster and Hugo Award-winning author Joe Haldeman contributes a foreword. Artists, science fiction fans, and art collectors will appreciate the outstanding artwork featured here. Featured artists include: --Brom --Jim Burns --Kinuko Y. Craft --Dan Dos Santos --Bob Eggleton --Donato Giancola --Rebecca Guay --James Gurney --Gregory Manchess --Stephan Martiniere --Terese Nielsen --John Picacio --Greg Spalenka --Shaun Tan --Charles Vess

This deluxe edition of the world's most beloved, bestselling classic on Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology is stunningly illustrated with specially commissioned full-color plates and a beautiful gold-bordered pages.  Since its original publication in 1942, Edith Hamilton's Mythology has sold millions of copies throughout the world and established itself as a perennial bestseller. For nearly 80 years, readers have chosen Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes above all other books to discover the enchanting world of Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology -- from Odysseus's adventure-filled journey to Odin's effort to postpone the final day of doom. This deluxe, hardcover edition is illustrated throughout with specially commissioned, original artwork and beautifully illustrated lineages, making it a true collector's item.