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Brossura. Condition: nuovo. Dust Jacket Condition: nuovo. prima edizione. Drawing in Blue.European Drawings on Blue Paper 1400s-1700s Descrizione : The rich history of blue paper, from the late fifteenth to the mid-eighteenth centuries, illuminates themes of transcultural interchange, international trade, and global reach. Through the examinations of significant works, this volume investigates considerations of supply, use, economics, and innovative creative practice. How did the materials necessary for the production of blue paper reach artistic centers? How were these materials produced and used in various regions? Why did they appeal to artists, and how did they impact artistic practice and come to be associated with regional artistic identities? How did commercial, political, and cultural relations, and the mobility of artists, enable the dispersion of these materials and related techniques? Bringing together the work of the world's leading specialists, this striking publication is destined to become essential reading on the history, materials, and techniques of drawings executed on blue paper.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Attend, dear reader, the remarkable narrative that is Silverback Island, as recounted by the venerable Jay M Londo! Herein lies the stirring account of a seasoned mariner, now in his ninety-ninth year, who, with trembling hands and undiminished spirit, endeavors to bestow his tale upon posterity ere Time's relentless tide sweeps away all recollection. Our hero, weatherbeaten and wise, casts his mind back some six decades to a fateful voyage embarked from the icy wharves of Nantucket-a morn fraught with biting winds that sliced through woolen coats and numbed even the sturdiest of hands, spectral fog that shrouded the bustling docks and rendered the sunrise little more than a rumor, and heavy hearts as families clung to last embraces before the long separation at sea. Four proud whaling ships-the gallant Lady Grey, her steadfast companion Essex, the nimble Silver Fox, and the stalwart Maverick-braved the unknown that day, their hulls crusted with salt and ice, crewed by men whose faces bore the mingled hope and apprehension of those who chase fortune and glory upon the tempestuous Atlantic. In the face of perilous waters and capricious fate, the crew's resolve is tested by both nature's fury and the tantalizing promise of adventure. Gale-force winds whip the rigging and threaten to dash vessels against unseen shoals, while thick banks of mist obscure friend from foe and conceal the vastness-and dangers-of the open ocean. Bonds of camaraderie, forged in the crucible of hardship and long nights on watch, and moments of solemn parting, marked by tearful farewells and stoic determination, are woven through the tale. Omens and superstitions-like the blessing of a strong nor'easter at the moment of departure or the ill-omened cry of a seabird-guide these brave souls as much as compass and star, infusing each dawn with both dread and hope. The protagonist's cherished journal, gifted by a loving wife on the eve of his departure and tucked safely within his sea chest, becomes the vessel for these memories-a chronicle of hardship, hope, and the indomitable courage required to survive shipwreck, the frigid embrace of the sea, and all manner of tribulation that fate can conjure. Thus, Silverback Island offers not merely a story of survival, but a testament to the enduring spirit of those who heed the ocean's call-a vivid panorama of the whaling life, with its relentless toil, fleeting triumphs, and ever-present specter of loss-and the legacy they leave to those who cherish tales of wonder and woe. Through each page, readers are invited to stand upon the creaking deck, taste the salt spray, and join in the endless search that defines a mariner's life. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Alone in the Woods by Jay M Londo thrusts the reader into a raw, visceral struggle for survival, where each heartbeat echoes with dread in the merciless Alaskan wilderness. What begins as an idyllic fishing trip among friends explodes into a nightmare when the narrator, separated from the group in the tangled expanse of unforgiving spruce forests, finds himself violently wrenched from safety. He is left with dwindling supplies-just a half-empty water bottle, a handful of granola bars, and a battered poncho for shelter-facing the chilling certainty that no rescue is coming. Every moment is a battle, not only against gnawing hunger and bone-deep exhaustion, but also against the relentless terror of isolation as days blur together and fatigue gnaws at both body and spirit.The woods press in with smothering silence, broken only by the sinister rustle of unseen creatures and the narrator's own desperate whispers echoing in the cold mist. Alaska's unpredictable weather compounds the ordeal: one moment, sun rays filter through dense boughs, and the next, a biting wind and icy drizzle make each breath feel heavy and each night colder. On the first night alone, the protagonist struggles to rig a makeshift shelter with the tattered poncho, fallen branches, and moss to block the wind, jumping at every rustle in the darkness, imagining the looming threat of prowling bears and wolves. Survival becomes a race against time and nature itself-scouring for edible blueberry bushes amid the risk of poisonous berries, boiling water over a smoky fire to stave off dehydration, and constantly weighing whether lighting a signal fire will attract help or draw dangerous animals.Here, panic emerges as an enemy as lethal as any predator, clouding judgment and tempting rash mistakes that could mean the difference between life and death. Each decision is a test: Should he cross a frigid creek at the risk of hypothermia, or stay put and hope for rescue that may never come? Should food be rationed for another day, or eaten in hopes of restoring waning energy? The protagonist faces the agony of hearing haunting animal cries in the night, while shadows twist fear into near-madness. Sleep is fleeting, broken by worry and the eerie howls of distant wolves, and the struggle to keep moving is a battle against both physical exhaustion and the creeping sense of despair.As hope flickers and the line between sanity and surrender blurs, the protagonist discovers an untapped reservoir of determination, clawing back from despair with every aching step. He learns to quiet panic, to trust instinct, and to extract comfort from small victories-a mouthful of wild berries, a sip of clear water, a brief moment of warmth. This story is not merely a tale of survival-it is a harrowing odyssey into the very core of human resilience, where sheer willpower, stubborn hope, and the refusal to be broken become the only tools left against the unforgiving wild. In Alaska's deep, indifferent silence, Londo's journey blazes with urgency, proving that actual survival is forged in the crucible of fear, suffering, and the relentless drive to see another dawn. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The narrator, sprawled helplessly on the frozen, unyielding earth as the last flickers of life threaten to slip away, clings fiercely to a single purpose: to deliver a final, haunting confession before death silences them forever. Their fingers, numb and trembling, dig into the icy soil, seeking some anchor against the relentless cold that seeps into their bones. Each labored breath carries the weight of urgency and desperation-this is not just a story, it is a legacy forged in pain, sacrifice, and astonishing transformation. Voice trembling with both resolve and exhaustion, they plead with the listener: do not let a single word fall away unheard, for this tale is as vital as the heartbeat fading in their chest. Snowflakes drift silently onto their face, melting against their fevered skin, while the distant call of a gull reminds them of the world beyond their fading senses.At the core of this extraordinary account lies the fateful unearthing of the Lucy Lu, a sunken yacht that, at first glance, was nothing more than an anonymous victim of the sea's endless appetite. The boat's battered mast jutted out from the waves like a skeletal finger, half-shrouded in morning mist. Its name, barely legible on the peeling hull, held no significance at first. But beneath its shattered decks and silent hull lurked the ignition point of a destiny-shattering odyssey. The narrator's encounter with Lucy Lu, on a punishing February dawn when the shoreline was crusted with frost and the wind threatened to slice through any exposed skin, detonated into a maelstrom that hurled their existence into chaos. With shaking hands, they had brushed away grit from the engraved nameplate and discovered evidence of a life once lived aboard: a half-buried journal, scattered personal effects, and a locket containing a photograph of an unknown woman. The world did not pause for headlines, but for the narrator, the discovery was cataclysmic-a doorway to secrets and dangers that would unravel every known certainty. The Lucy Lu was not merely lost; it was hiding a story that demanded to be unearthed.Prior to this pivotal moment, life was a dim, colorless routine-a slow surrender to complacency, where days slipped by unmarked and unappreciated. The narrator recalls waking each morning to the same monotonous rituals: tepid coffee, the drone of the local radio, and the gray light filtering through cracked blinds. Their heart were heavy with the weight of missed opportunities and the silent ache of dreams deferred. But the aftermath of Lucy Lu's emergence thrust the narrator into a gauntlet of fear and impossible choices. Each step forward demanded the courage to stare into oblivion and fight for survival, often in places where the ground itself felt treacherous-salt marshes that threatened to swallow their boots, abandoned boatyards where shadows danced menacingly, and storm-lashed inlets where danger seemed to lurk behind every wave. Pushed to the brink, surrounded by threats both seen. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…