Introduces careers in the arts by profiling theatrical director Julie Taymor, architect Maya Lin, and musician Wynton Marsalis.
The bold and daring heroes of legends are probably based on real people. Their adventures, battles, and romances all have roots in history. Yet the many tales told and written about legendary figur…
Ruby Bridges was born during the time of segregation in the South. In 1960, she made history when she attended an all-white school. Follow her story and learn why we still celebrate her courage today.
How Movies Work, offers the filmgoer an engaging and informative guide to the appreciation and evaluation of films. It provides a comprehensive consideration of movies from idea to script, casting,…
Although he was born to a poor family in Kentucky, Abraham Lincoln studied and became a lawyer, a congressman, and the sixteenth president of the United States.
Abbeville Kids expands its award-winning series of interactive, inquiry-based books designed to teach children about the world by looking at art, and about art by looking at the world. In How …
Take an exciting trip through the decorative arts, clothes and pastimes of our ancestors. This fascinating visual history book traces the development of fashion, ornamentation, sport and music thro…
Photography is part of our everyday lives, keeping us informed, attracting our attention and helping us to see the world as a more colourful and dramatic place. But who invented the camera? When we…
Describes the invention of the motion picture, the impact it has had on modern culture, and the patterns of change that resulted from its discovery and use.
This comprehensive, popular beginner's guide for kids is now reissued with updated information and photos! Fun, easy to follow, and visually appealing, it teaches young photographers how to create,…