Plato's The Republic is widely acknowledged as the cornerstone of Western philosophy. Presented in the form of a dialogue between Socrates and three different interlocutors, it is an inquiry into the notion of a perfect community and the ideal individual within it. During the conversation other questions are raised: what is goodness; what is reality; what is knowledge? The Republic also addresses the purpose of education and the role of both women and men as "guardians" of the people. With remarkable lucidity and deft use of allegory, Plato arrives at a depiction of a state bound by harmony and ruled by "philosopher kings." For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

Mastering the Potter's Wheel: Techniques, Tips, and Tricks for Potters (Mastering Ceramics)

CARTER, BEN

Reference

Voyageur Press

Take your skills - and your work - to the next level. 
Mastering the Potter's Wheel starts with an introduction to wheel-throwing, from centering to creating the basic forms. What pushes this book beyond the competition, however, are the techniques offered in the chapters that follow. From a variety of methods for throwing large objects such as pitchers and platters, to alterations, darting, and paddling, this book offers potters a world of possibilities. With galleries featuring today's top working artists, including Kyle Carpenter, Sam Chung, Chandra DeBuse, Julia Galloway, Martha Grover, Ayumie Horie, Forrest Lesch-Middleton, Kristen Kieffer, Kathy King, Matt Long, Alex Matisse, Lorna Meaden, Doug Peltzman, Mackenzie Smith, Shawn Spangler, and many more, you'll also find page after page of inspiration.

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Crafts & Hobbies

Explore the creative possibilities of this incredibly versatile range of glazes with this comprehensive guide for ceramic artists of all levels. Unlock the world of low-fire glazes with The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes for Potters and Sculptors. Potter, podcaster, and author of Mastering the Potter's Wheel, Ben Carter, challenges the belief that serious artists work exclusively with high-temperature materials, sharing years of research on crafting exquisite low-fire pots and glazes. Delve into the benefits of firing at lower temperatures, explore the visual nuances of low-fire glazes, and witness renowned artists thriving in this temperature range. Illustrated with stunning photography of work by Carter and other artists, this visually captivating resource covers: &nbsp; <ul> <li>Insights into the benefits and visual attributes of low-fire glazes</li> <li>Guidance on setting up a glaze lab</li> <li>An explanation of how glaze is formulated</li> <li>Troubleshooting tips for common glaze faults</li> <li>Designing and making test tiles</li> <li>Techniques for layering, using glaze as form, integrating decals, atmospheric firing, and more</li> <li>Tried-and-true glaze recipes--from gloss to satin, matte, and tin--for varied finishes and color creation</li> </ul> Whether you are new to the world of ceramic glazes or looking to expand your knowledge of low-fire glazes, The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes is your path through a world of artistic possibilities. The Mastering Ceramics series is for artists who never stop learning. With compelling projects, expert insight, step-by-step photos, and galleries of work from today's top artists, these books are the perfect studio companions. Also available from the series: Amazing Glaze, Amazing Glaze Recipes and Combinations, Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay, Mastering Kilns and Firing, Mastering Hand Building, and Mastering the Potter's Wheel.

The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes for Potters and Sculptors: Techniques, Recipes, and Inspiration for Low-Temperature Firing with Big Results (Mastering Ceramics)

Quarry Books

These two are never bored. In ,"Sissy Sissy: I Think it's Raining!", the two sisters show us a few ways to enjoy the weather up in the Pacific Northwest. Sit back and read all about it.

Sissy Sissy: I Think it's Raining!

Children's Books

Science, Nature & How It Works

Independently published

Many of today's computer games are mega productions with huge teams and budgets, vast quantities of content, and crunched schedules. Getting these games to market is not an easy feat. Just managing the creation of content and getting that content into the right place at the right time is an enormous challenge. Hundreds of development hours are lost dealing with asset and pipeline issues, so the need for a working system is immense. The Game Asset Pipeline is written for programmers, producers, and managers who need to know how to create such a system. The solutions and ideas presented in the book cover current technology and methods that can be used to design and implement an asset management system.

The Game Asset Pipeline (Game Development Series)

Computers & Technology

Games & Strategy Guides

Cengage Learning'

Por fin una guía completa sobre la utilización del torno que incluye mucho más que los conocimientos básicos. Cómo dominar el torno del alfarero comienza con una introducción sobre la utilización del torno, desde el centrado hasta la creación de formas básicas. Sin embargo, lo que hace que este libro sobresalga entre los de la misma temática son las técnicas ofrecidas en los siguientes capítulos. Este libro ofrece un mundo de posibilidades para los ceramistas que van desde una variedad de métodos para tornear grandes objetos como jarrones y bandejas, hasta la elaboración de modificaciones, el paleteado y el pinzado de la cerámica. En las páginas de este libro encontrarás una fuente inagotable de inspiración, pues incluye galerías de imágenes en las que aparece la obra de los mejores artistas del momento. El autor fue elegido Artista del año 2016 por el Anuario de Artes Cerámicas.

Cómo dominar el torno de alfarero: Técnicas, consejos y trucos para ceramistas

EDITORIAL ACANTO S.A.

The Ultimate Pool Maintenance: A Step-by-Step Guide to Keep Your Pool Water Clean | With Proven Methods to Save Time & Money.

Gardening & Landscape Design

(JAPAN) JAPÓN GUÍA DE VIAJE 2024: EXPLORE JAPÓN CON MUY POCO DINERO: LA MEJOR GUÍA DE VIAJES DE BAJO PRESUPUESTO (Spanish Edition)

Travel

Travel Writing

A TURQUÍA 2024: EXPLORANDO LO MEJOR DE TURQUÍA CON BAJO PRESUPUESTO (Spanish Edition)

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