Perhaps the most influential sovereign England has ever known, Queen Elizabeth I reigned prosperously for more than forty years, from 1558 until her death in 1603. During her rule, however, she remained an extremely private person. Now, in this brilliantly researched, fascinating new book, acclaimed biographer Alison Weir brings the enigmatic figure of Elizabeth I to life as never before. Against a lavish backdrop of pageantry and passion, intrigue and war, Weir dispels the myths surrounding Elizabeth I and examines the contradictions of her character, exploring complex questions.
Dragons is a step by step project book explaining the process of creating dragons from polymer clay. This book will charm you with humorous dialog, creative suggestions, interesting asides, lavish pictures, and even several dragon "personality profiles". This is more than just a project book, it's fun!
Detective Shane Scully responds to a call in the Hollywood hills at a once-immaculate mansion, the scene of an infamous murder twenty-five years prior. He discovers the remnants of a lavish pool party. The revelers have fled, leaving three dead bodies in their wake, all shot with the same gun. One is an acclaimed film producer. The other two, a pair of gorgeous women.
From the era of the Roman Empire through the rise of the Renaissance, this coloring book presents 15 centuries of Spanish fashion. Spotlights the Roman-styled garments worn by a 3rd-century farm couple to military garb of Saracen warriors and conquistadors, plus lavish court costumes from several eras. 44 black-and-white illustrations.
