Peter Shaw and Robin Morrison explore the way New Zealand's architecture reflects the spirit and aspirations of its inhabitants. The full diversity of architectural styles is examined: from early Maori functional simplicity, the elaborate Gothic and Victorian domestic of the 19th century, the neo-classical and Edwardian baroque and the Arts and Crafts and neo-Georgian of the early 20th century, to the post-modernism of the 1980s. Also surveyed are the leading exponents of these styles and their philosophies. The photographer also illustrated "The Wines and Vineyards of New Zealand" and "Ferns of New Zealand".

New Zealand architecture: From polynesian beginnings to 1990

Shaw, Peter

Arts & Photography

Hodder&Stoughton

This book provides a detailed summary of bridge loads from an international perspective. The authors cover all aspects from the methodology behind the calculation of bridge loads and the complex interactions between loads and bridges, to economic considerations. A wide range of bridge loads are covered, including highway vehicle loads, pedestrian loads, railing loads and wind loads. The structure and design of bridges to accommodate these loads are examined and examples provided. Different modes of failure and current codes of practice are also covered. This book is unique in its exclusive examination of the loading and will be a useful handbook for structural engineers and designers involved in bridge construction. It is also recommended to senior undergraduates and postgraduates of structural engineering and bridge design.

Bridge Loads: An International Perspective

Engineering & Transportation

O'Connor, Colin

Engineering

CRC-Press

The Character of John Adams (Norton Library) [paperback] Shaw, Peter [Aug 01, 1977]

Character of John Adams

Biographies & Memoirs

W.W. Norton & Co., Inc.

This book provides a detailed summary of bridge loads from an international perspective. The authors cover all aspects from the methodology behind the calculation of bridge loads and the complex interactions between loads and bridges, to economic considerations. A wide range of bridge loads are covered, including highway vehicle loads, pedestrian loads, railing loads and wind loads. The structure and design of bridges to accommodate these loads are examined and examples provided. Different modes of failure and current codes of practice are also covered.This book is unique in its exclusive examination of the loading and will be a useful handbook for structural engineers and designers involved in bridge construction. It is also recommended to senior undergraduates and postgraduates of structural engineering and bridge design.

Art deco Napier: Styles of the thirties

History & Criticism

Reed Methuen

A complete guide to the interior decorating style of the Pacific islands looks at design and color, the use of local materials, as well as painting and stenciling techniques, from private colonial and modern houses in Samoa, Niue, Tahiti, New Caledonia, Tonga, the Cook Islands, Fiji, and the Solomon Islands.

Pacific Island Style

Jowitt, Glenn

Architecture

Thames&Hudson

A study of the American Revolution focuses on its psychological causes, its relationship to European ritual, and the thinking of its major leaders

American Patriots and the Rituals of Revolution

History

Americas

Harvard University Press

The formal side of Adams is reconciled with his remarkably colorful private life by Shaw's penetrating grasp of the whole man. Considerable attention is given to his clash of wills with Franklin in Europe and his later relationship with Jefferson. The account of Adams's twenty-five years of retirement after losing the presidency resolves some of the dilemmas arising from the long career of a man who was never really suited by temperament for politics. Originally published in 1976. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.

The Character of John Adams (Published by the Omohundro Institute of Early American History and Culture and the University of North Carolina Press)

Historical

Omohundro Institute and UNC Press

This book recaptures the real art of conversation, drawing on the example of Jesus, structured for use during Lent by both individuals and groups. The modern email and sound-bite culture is threatening the art of good conversation. Encounters between people are frequently brief, with minimal dialogue and superficial engagement. Yet conversation is communication. Without it, people lose contact, stop understanding one another, become isolated. Peter Shaw challenges his readers to rediscover the art of conversation by learning from the example of Jesus. Engaging, stimulating and instructive, good conversation can be more than just enjoyable: it can have far-reaching effects. Divided into seven chapters, the book is intended for use during Lent although is not restricted to this. Eminently practical, it can be used by both individuals and in groups.

Conversation Matters

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Bloomsbury Academic

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