Most Popular Books by Jane Bingham

In each period of history, in every country, artists have been inspired by emotion and relationships. They have created works that show every type of emotion, from fear and sadness, to madness, joy, and love. Artists have explored the relationships within families, between lovers, or between individuals and the world around them. This book explains how art styles have developed through time, and how artists'' techniques add to our understanding of their work. Emotion is captured in a wide range of media, including photography, painting, sculpture, posters, textiles, and film. The information to help interpret works of art and understand the time in history in which they were created are included in this book..

Explores issues related to divorce, including discussion of causes, the experience of moving, and learning to cope with a parent''s new partner.

Each region of the world has produced artwork inspired and influenced by nature. Over thousands of years, artists have created millions of images of animals and plants. These may be sculptures, cave paintings, costumes, or other types of image, but they all express the artists'' fascination with the living world around them. This book explains how art styles have developed through time, and how artists'' techniques add to our understanding of their work. Art is captured in a wide range of media, including photography, painting, sculpture, posters, textiles, and film. The information to help interpret works of art and understand the time in history in which they were created are included in this book.

Why was posture important to the early French dancers? Who developed the five ballet positions? How many pairs of ballet shoes can a dancer wear out in a single performance? Ballet provides a detailed look at the development of ballet dancing from the earliest court dances to the political ballets of choreographers such as Paul Taylor and David Bintley today. The book looks at how the choreography and improvisation differ from other styles of dance, highlighting techniques specific to ballet. It also explores the part played by costumes, make-up and lighting, and offers advice on how to become a ballet dancer.

What is a capillary? How do joints work? Why do some muscles work in pairs? Investigate the curious world of life science. Find out for yourself about the human body through experiments and demonstrations that you can do at home. Learn about what goes on inside your bones. Find out how your senses work. This book will show you the importance of investigating and understanding the world around you.

From ancient to modern times, as scientific and technological discoveries have been made, artists have responded to them. Science has allowed them to work in different media, from oil paint, to printing or film. From the first anatomy lessons to computer animation, science and technology have had a huge impact on art. This book explains how art styles have developed through time, and how artists'' techniques add to our understanding of their work. Art is captured in a wide range of media, including photography, painting, sculpture, posters, textiles, and film. The information to help interpret works of art and understand the time in history in which they were created are included in this book.

Society and class influence all cultures and have always inspired important works of art. For thousands of years, artists have been holding up a mirror to our world. Through their images, we can see the way that people of different classes have lived, and how they have related to each other in society. This book explains how art styles have developed through time, and how artists'' techniques add to our understanding of their work. Art is captured in a wide range of media, including photography, painting, sculpture, posters, textiles, and film. The information to help interpret works of art and understand the time in history in which they were created are included in this book.

The aims of the Red Cross Movement range from helping the victims of armed conflicts and natural disasters to running first aid courses in the local community. This book looks at the history and structure of the movement and examines its values and activities. It assesses the impact of the movement''s international work in a number of areas and describes the challenges it will face in the future.

Designed to reinforce literacy skills and arts knowledge with easy to follow activities.

Every region of the world has produced artwork inspired and influenced by war. Since ancient times, artists have created images of warriors, brave leaders, and battle-torn landscapes. Often, they have tried to alter their society''s views on war through art. Using many different forms of expression, artists have created their own history of conflict. This book explains how art styles have developed through time, and how artists'' techniques add to our understanding of their work. The subject of war and conflict is captured in a wide range of media, including photography, painting, sculpture, posters, textiles, and film. The information to help interpret works of art and understand the time in history in which they were created are included in this book.

Describes the life and career of the critically acclaimed actor, Johnny Depp.

A description of life in the Inca empire written in the form of a travel guide.

This volume examines the bravery of children suring wartime.

Describes the geography, climate, natural resources, and wildlife of Australia.

This title looks at Heroin and the pros and cons of making particular choices young people must make about their behavior. Up-to-date and detailed information make this a valuable books for understanding what is at stake.

Explores the art, culture, and customs of Australian Aboriginal peoples.

Designed to reinforce literacy skills and arts knowledge with easy to follow activities.

Explores whether vampires and werewolves are real, or not, using scientific research.

Does the patch of stormy sea between the tip of Florida, Puerto Rico and Bermuda hide a dark and frightening secret? For decades, there have been cases of ships and aircraft that seem to vanish in this part of the Atlantic Ocean. Others who have survived flying or sailing through, have reported strange occurrences, such as clocks and navigational instruments failing. Are all of these reports true? Is there a mystery lurking? Using the scientific method and available data, this book attempts to find out!

This volume recounts true stories of animal heroism, from horses and dogs serving alongside their human companions, to messenger pigeons flying through enemy lines.

Discusses dairy and egg farming, how each product is processed, and the influence of technology on the industry.

In every part of the world, in every generation, the landscape and environment have fascinated and inspired artists. They have expressed their feelings through paintings, or altered their surroundings by making gardens or sculptures. Whatever forms their creations have taken, artists have managed to capture their visions of the environment for us to share. This book explains how art styles have developed through time, and how artists'' techniques add to our understanding of their work. The subject of war and conflict is captured in a wide range of media, including photography, painting, sculpture, posters, textiles, and film. The information to help interpret works of art and understand the time in history in which they were created are included in this book.

A brief biography of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, describing her life, marriage to Louis XVI, the French Revolution, and her execution.

This title solves the mysteries of the Aztecs. Discover where to find skull altar in the Great Temple, why the Aztecs had two calendars, and how to avoid becoming a human sacrifice!

This title looks at alcohol and the pros and cons of making particular choices young people must make about their behavior. Up-to-date and detailed information make this a valuable books for understanding what is at stake.

Over the centuries, there have been reports of ghosts, haunted houses, and other eerie phenomenon. Is it possible that at least some of these sightings are true? Using the scientific method and other information, this book aims to find out!

Profiles the life and work of the Italian Renaissance painter and sculptor Michelangelo.

This title looks at Smoking and the pros and cons of making particular choices young people must make about their behavior. Up-to-date and detailed information make this a valuable books for understanding what is at stake.

This book takes a fun, age-appropriate look at the Ancient Greek Olympics. Topics covered include where and when the games were held, who competed, and the various different events that took place.

This title looks at Marijuana and the pros and cons of making particular choices young people must make about their behavior. Up-to-date and detailed information make this a valuable books for understanding what is at stake.

This book describes the crackdown of the Chinese government against the Tiananmen Square protesters, students and workers, on June 4, 1989.

Why has the recent War in Iraq been so contentious, whereas the First Gulf War was supported by a broad coalition of nations? Why are they of such global significance? And how did the wars affect people on both sides of the conflict? This book seeks to relate the overall events and chronology of the wars and shows their impact on everyday lives.

This title discusses topics such as the ancient Olympic events, what the stadium looked like and ancient Olympic ceremonies.

For years, mysterious symbols and patterns have been appearing in many fields. What created them and what could they possibly mean? Are they the work of beings from another world or simply the works of dedicated hoaxers? Using the scientific method and available information, this book attempts to find out!

Readers learn about the Amazon River, the region around it, and stories of its exploration.

How did the Impressionists get their name? Who were the most famous Impressionists? Did the Impressionist style have a lasting impact? ''Impressionism'' answers all these questions. It also discusses how and why the Impressionist movement began, looks at how the Impressionists captured the changing effects of light and color in nature, and examines the different subjects Impressionist artists chose for their paintings. ''Art on the Wall'' is an exciting and informative series that explores a range of art movements and styles. Each title in the series looks at the history behind the movement and discusses the techniques used by its artists. The text is supported with stunning paintings and other artworks that illustrate each art style. The titles also include biographies of well-known artists and try-it-yourself activities that encourage readers to create their works of art using the techniques of the movement.

Introduces Post-Impressionism, including its history, the famous artists and works of the movement, and the different methods of painting derived during the period.

Exploring the history of the world''s great religions, each title in this series contains maps, charting the development and spread of the religion through time.