A History Of Textiles
A History Of Textiles

Author: Kax Wilson

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2021-11-28

Total Pages: 438

ISBN-13: 0429716192

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Originally published in 1979, this volume acts as a reference for the history textiles. It asks questions on the effect of technology on textiles, how did particular historical periods and locations expand or limit the possibilities for the manufacture of fabrics and how the textile history related to politics and economics, sociology and psychology, art and engineering, anthropology and archaeology, chemistry and physics. Addressing these questions, the author surveys the development of the technical components of fabrics and discusses the textiles of selected places and times. She uses prose, drawings and more than 130 photographs to show how each era of textile production reflects its age. This book is designed to serve as a college text and as a reference work for museum researchers. With sections including illustrations and diagrams; key terminology; spinning wool; spinning and raw materials; single ply and cord and fabric construction.

Introduction to Japan
Introduction to Japan

Author: Gilad James, PhD

Publisher: Gilad James Mystery School

Published:

Total Pages: 47

ISBN-13: 5770986468

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Japan is an island nation located in East Asia, comprising a group of approximately 6,852 islands. Honshu, which is the largest and most populous island in Japan, is home to the capital city, Tokyo. Japan has a rich cultural heritage that dates back thousands of years, with unique customs, practices, and traditions that continue to be celebrated today. Japanese society is known for its emphasis on respect for authority, politeness, and harmony. In terms of economy, Japan is one of the world's most advanced societies and a major economic power. It is known for its technologically advanced manufacturing and service industries, as well as its world-renowned brands like Toyota, Sony, and Nintendo. The country has made significant advancements in innovation, science, and technology, including the development of robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence. Despite its impressive growth and economic achievements, Japan continues to face challenges such as an aging population and low birth rates.

East Asian Lacquer
East Asian Lacquer

Author: Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.)

Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 402

ISBN-13: 0870996223

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The Irving Collection represents a wide range of styles and techniques from the 13th through the twentieth centuries.

Military History
Military History

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2012-10-01

Total Pages: 450

ISBN-13: 1465411585

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The world's weaponry is showcased inside this spectacular visual guide. From the spears and swords of ancient times to the guns and grenades of modern warfare, 5,000 years of weaponry are explored and explained in unprecedented detail. Military History profiles key arms and armaments and conveys technologies and tactics across hundreds of pages of dramatic photography and accessible text. Find out how war is waged between battleships at sea, tanks on the battlefield, and fighter planes in the skies. Climb siege towers, drive chariots, enter medieval fortresses, fly unmanned drones, and detect stealth bombers. You will also experience virtual tours of iconic vehicles, including the T-34 Tank, the Lockheed F-117 Stealth Bomber, and the AH-64 Apache helicopter. And discover the leaders, battles, and weapons of war that have changed the course of history, and understand the lasting impact of global conflicts. This complete history of weaponry is essential reading for military enthusiasts of all ages.

The Postwar Developments of Japanese Studies in the United States
The Postwar Developments of Japanese Studies in the United States

Author: Helen Hardacre

Publisher: BRILL

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 462

ISBN-13: 9789004109810

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This volume of twelve essays with useful bibliographies, in the fields of history, art, religion, literature, anthropology, political science, and law, documents the history of United States scholarship on Japan since 1945.