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Различные книги в жанре Сделай СамArt of Chinese Brush Painting
The Art of Chinese Brush Painting is an excellent way for newcomers to experience this ancient Chinese art form. The book introduces traditional Chinese ink painting techniques developed over a thousand years ago. In 35 simple and intermediate lessons, readers will learn to paint towering landscapes; the elegant Four Generals: bamboo, orchid, plum blossom and chrysanthemum; rugged, steadfast pine; animals from the Chinese Zodiac; and basic strokes used in Chinese calligraphy.To better understand «the soft martial art,» the book includes an introduction to the Chinese ink painting tradition and detailed discussion of brushes, paper and other tools and accessories. The lessons are instructive for artists at any level of expertise but are directed to the dedicated beginner.
Vanishing Japan
This classic text of Japanese culture contains a wealth of information about traditional Japan and Japanese customs.Pawnshops and handmade paper, shoe shiners and Shinto jugglers, money rakes and mosquito netting—all these were once a familiar part of daily life in Japan. Many elements of that daily life, like the Obon dances and oreiboko apprenticeships, have no counterpart in any other culture: they are purely unique to Japan.But with the tremendous changes of the modern age, most traces of traditional life in Japan are fast disappearing, soon to be gone forever. Still, there are a few holdouts, especially in Japan's shitamachi, or working-class neighborhoods, where many of the survivors of Japanese crafts, art forms, and festivals are making their last stand.Vanishing Japan is a must-read for tourists, historians, architects, or artists who are interested in Japanese culture.
Japanese Chess
Learn and master the fascinating game of Japanese Chess or «Shogi» with this expert guide and Chess set. Japanese Chess: The Game of Shogi is the ultimate strategy guidebook for players of any skill level to improve their game and winning strategies. Played by millions around the world, Shogi is the uniquely Japanese variant of chess. It is the only version in which an opponent's captured piece can be dropped back onto the board as one's own. This makes for extremely exciting, dynamic gameplay in which momentum can quickly shift back and forth between players. Trevor Legett, expert player and longtime resident of Japan, gives you all the information you need to play the game, form its basic rules to winning tactics. Also included in this book are: Sample game and commentary Discussion of various opening strategies and game positions Explanation of how to read a Japanese score Fold-out Shogi board Sturdy paper playing pieces Japanese Chess features everything you need to get started playing this challenging and fun game!
Go Fundamentals
Go Fundamentals is the easy-to-follow guidebook explaining the fundamental principles of the ancient Asian game of Go, the oldest game in the world. Go is a game played by two contestants. The game is played with black and white «stones» on a checkered board. The players are usually classed as strong and weak, based upon degree of knowledge and skill. The stronger player takes the white stones and the weaker player takes the black stones. Handicaps are given to the weaker players by mutual agreement before commencement of the game. The game of Go may be one of the most difficult to learn, but this fact makes the game highly interesting. Once techniques are mastered, the beginner will find it difficult to put the game aside. From the basic rules of play, the author leads beginner-level players in easy stages to the more advanced techniques and strategies of gameplay. Over one hundred diagrams, with twenty problems and answers, a glossary of terms as well as other resources for strategy, make this a complete introduction to one of the most fascinating and rewarding games in the world.
Etiquette Guide to Japan
Farewell to faux pas! Minding your manners is an acquired skill, but what serves you well elsewhere could trip you up in Japan. Save yourself possible embarrassment with Etiquette Guide to Japan . An inside look at Japanese social graces, it answers all the questions of the thoughtful traveler. Extensive, specific information on Japanese business etiquette assists readers traveling to Japan for business.Although often overshadowed by a modern facade, long–standing traditional aspects of Japan's culture still influence the country and almost everyone in it. Concrete evidence of this traditional culture can be seen everywhere—in the ancient arts and crafts that are still important parts of everyday life, in the many shrines and temples that dot the nation, and in the modern comeback of traditional fashions such as kimono and yakata robes. To many Western visitors, however, the most obvious example of this traditional culture's strength is the unique etiquette of the Japanese. Like many nations, Japan has experienced vast political, social, and economic change over the past century. But enough of Japan's traditional etiquette remains to set the Japanese apart socially and psychologically and to make success in socializing and doing business with them a special challenge for Westerners. About this new version: This updated and expanded edition of the best-selling Japanese etiquette guide addresses not just the puzzling protocols relating to name cards, bowing or shaking hands, bathrooms and public baths—but also what to do when entertaining Japanese dinner guests, attending a Japanese tea ceremony, taking the subway, and much more! It also provides the latest etiquette in mobile phone manners, texting, social media and other forms of digital communication. The glossary at the back of the book has been revised to include the latest technology-related words and expressions used by Japanese today. Two new chapters address the changing role of foreigners in the workplace and the contemporary business style and etiquette used by the younger generation of Japanese who are now increasingly cosmopolitan—but still very Japanese!
Japan from A to Z
This Japanese travel guide provides goes beyond the typical guidebook, revealing the underlying cultural and historical reasons for the behavior and attitudes of The Japanese.Authors Michiko and James Vardaman identify nearly three hundred aspects of Japanese culture, custom, and daily life that commonly frustrate, delight, or just plain stump non-Japanese. For each topic, they provide historical and other background that helps strip away some of the mystery surrounding Japanese culture, and make inscrutable Japan a little more scrutable. Drawings and illustrations help illustrate some objects that may be unfamiliar to Westerns, such as «New Year's rakes,» Japanese water sprites, and wish tablets.Japan from A to Z fills in holes left by more academically oriented books on Japan by providing information on topics that readers would be unable to find in more staid, conventional sources. Fun and fascinating for tourist and resident alike, it offers a concise, readable introduction to the country and its way of life.
Mah Jong, Anyone?
Mah Jong, Anyone? unlocks the mysteries of Mah Jong for Westerners. Mah Jong, the ancient game of China, is enjoying another burst of popularity in America, as well as in Asia. Often seen as a mystery to Westerners, Chinese Mah Jong includes the combination of skill, chance and social interaction of Western games like dominoes, bridge and dice. Authors Strauser and Evans unlock this mystery with an easy-to-follow instructional guidebook which outlines the rules and strategy of the game for Westerners. The perfect primer for the new player and a convenient manual for old hands, Mah Jong, Anyone? gives basic information on equipment, accessories, terminology, rules of play, scoring, penalties and bonuses. Experienced Mah Jong players will especially welcome the section on special hands.
Трехмерная реалистичная вышивка. Уникальные техники и мастер-классы
Вышить можно абсолютно все. Даже килек в консервной банке. Но вышить так, чтобы вашу работу невозможно было отличить от прототипа, – настоящее искусство! Удивительный художник и популярный блогер Полина Лааманен делает это настолько искусно, что со страниц ее книги вот-вот вспорхнут яркие птички, вышитые рыбки вильнут хвостиками и уйдут в глубину, а цветы и колосья колышутся на ветру как живые! А самое главное – такой удивительный эффект объемной вышивки достигается не сложностью исполнения, а применением всего нескольких простых техник и множества вариантов использования дополнительных материалов – от перышек до пайеток. В понятных, роскошно иллюстрированных, подробных мастер-классах автор научит вас создавать удивительно живые работы в технике трехмерной вышивки, вы сможете самостоятельно придумывать и вышивать флористические, ботанические мотивы, животных, птиц, рыбок, да все, что подскажет вам ваша фантазия. И начинающие, и опытные мастера освоят самый популярный сейчас вид рукоделия и получат огромный заряд вдохновения и новые полезные навыки!
Der Flirt mit dem Kunden
Band 3 aus der erfolgreichen 6teiligen Buchserie «Verkaufen ist für alle da» beschäftigt sich mit der Kommunikation und vermittelt effektive Tipps.
Endlich ein Buch über Vertrieb, das jede Berufsgruppe anspricht – mit vielen persönlichen und anschaulichen Beispielen.
Jeder ist im Vertrieb … unabhängig von seiner Vorbildung und Berufsgruppe! Jeder hat Tag für Tag beruflich und privat mit Situationen zu tun, in denen er faktisch etwas verkauft: sei es tatsächlich ein Produkt oder eine Dienstleistung, sei es eine Idee, ein Wunsch oder man selbst als Person im Mitarbeiter- oder Bewerbungsgespräch – oder beim Flirten.
Band 3 nimmt die Interaktion zwischen dem Leser und dem Kunden – und damit auch allen anderen Mitmenschen – unter die Lupe. Du wirst mit diesem Wissen Deine Präsentationen merklich verändern, aktiver zuhören und offener auf Personen zugehen. Selbst für Introvertierte wird so der Small Talk zu einem gelungenen Gesprächseinstieg führen.
• Wodurch erzielst Du eine sympathischere Wahrnehmung, vor allem auch in schwierigen Situationen? • Wie gelingt es Dir fremde Personen anzusprechen und Deine Angst vor einem «Nein» zu überwinden? • Wie erhöhst Du Deine Bühnenpräsenz? • Welche Maßnahmen helfen Dir, neue Kontakte zu knüpfen? • Wie wird eine Messe/ Event zum Erfolg?
Auf diese Fragen und noch viele mehr erhält der Leser in diesem Buch praktische Antworten.
Jeder Band dieser 6teiligen Buchserie kann hierbei für sich selber gelesen werden und bietet dem Leser individuell einen Mehrwert. Wie bei einem Sechs-Gänge-Menü von einem Sternekoch ist jeder Gang für sich ein Genuss, vollendet wird das Festmahl allerdings durch das Zusammenspiel aller einzelnen Gänge in der angedachten Reihenfolge.
Dieses Buch unterscheidet sich nicht nur positiv im Design sondern auch im Inhalt!
Your Brain on Facts
Your Brain On Facts will appeal to fans of informational podcasts like The Story Behind and Part-Time Genius , as well as the existing audience of its podcast; history buffs, sports nuts, comics book geeks, anyone passionate about a certain subject; fans of pub trivia, game shows, and trivia games; people who enjoy websites like mentalfoss.com, iflscience.com, hackaday.com; anyone, regardless of age or gender, who enjoys learning new things and sharing them with others.