The Arts books

Explore the fascinating history of ""An Account of Valle Crucis Abbey, Llangollen, and all the Recent Discoveries""...  Read More >>

""The Essentials of Illustration: A Practical Guide to the Reproduction of Drawings & Photographs for the Use of...  Read More >>

A survey of painting in Venice which features great artists such as Bellini, Titian, Tintoretto, Tiepolo, Carpaccio,...  Read More >>

Delve into the rich tapestry of Italian art with ""The History of Painting in Italy, Vol. 1 (of 6),"" by Luigi Antonio...  Read More >>

Discover the rich history and architectural significance of one of England's oldest churches in ""Bell's Cathedrals:...  Read More >>

""Portraits in Plaster"" by Laurence Hutton offers a fascinating exploration into the world of portraiture, specifically...  Read More >>

Experience 19th-century Japan through the eyes of artist John La Farge in ""An Artist's Letters From Japan."" This...  Read More >>

Excerpt: ...toe; they were either tied from small latchets with a bow, or with buckled latchets. Longer gloves were...  Read More >>

Discover the secrets of transforming ordinary surfaces into stunning works of art with ""Graining and Marbling""...  Read More >>

Classic parlor tricks, designed for beginners, include simplified illusions using coins, handkerchiefs, eggs, and...  Read More >>

Step back in time with ""Cremorne and the Later London Gardens,"" a fascinating exploration of London's vibrant...  Read More >>

Discover the life and artistry of Sir Henry Raeburn, Scotland's premier portrait painter, in James L. Caw's definitive...  Read More >>

Colonial homes and their furnishings. This book, Colonial homes and their furnishings, by Mary Harrod Northend,...  Read More >>

Explore the rich history and architectural majesty of ""Bell's Cathedrals: St. David's,"" a meticulously prepared...  Read More >>

Explore the inner workings of one of the world's most renowned institutions with ""On the Supply of Printed Books...  Read More >>

The German composer, performer and critic Ferdinand Praeger (1815–91) was active in London from 1834. His personal...  Read More >>

""Colour as a Means of Art: Being an Adaption of the Experience of Professors to the Practice of Amateurs"" by Frank...  Read More >>

Experience the magic of ""Hansel and Gretel: A Fairy Opera in Three Acts,"" a timeless tale presented in its original...  Read More >>

William Blake’s engravings of the Book of Job, his last masterpiece of printmaking, based on watercolours he had...  Read More >>

Explore the captivating beauty and rich history of South Africa's Cape Peninsula through the eyes of Réne Juta in...  Read More >>

Discover the inspiring story of Frédéric Chopin in ""Chopin, The Story of the Boy Who Made Beautiful Melodies""...  Read More >>

Discover the world of Jean-François Millet, the renowned French artist celebrated for his powerful depictions of...  Read More >>

Explore the foundational principles of art and design with Walter Crane's ""The Bases of Design."" This enduring...  Read More >>

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and...  Read More >>

Experience a slice of 19th-century American comedy with George M. Baker's ""The Boston Dip: A Comedy, in One Act.""...  Read More >>