Visual World

Travel through the entire human journey—brought to life through engaging narration that makes the past feel close enough to touch. From Mesopotamia’s first cities to the digital age, listen to the rise and fall of empires, the sparks of revolutions, and the moments that shaped our world. This isn’t a dry audiobook—it’s history made alive, with clear timelines, captivating descriptions, and concise storytelling that makes every era easy to follow and remember. Whether you’re a student, history lover, or curious listener, you’ll be drawn into each chapter.

Return to Elm Creek Manor with a heartfelt celebration of quilting, family, community, and history from from New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Chiaverini. As Sylvia Bergstrom Compson contends with financial setbacks at Elm Creek Quilt Camp, her friend and colleague Summer Sullivan...

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER ""Love stories by and about marginalized women . . . The heroines are strong and sure . . . Babalola’s writing shines.” — New York Times Book Review ""Absolutely intoxicating."" — Casey McQuiston, New York Times bestselling author of Red, White, and Royal Blue...

Unlock the hidden language of signs and symbols that shapes your world. From the words we speak to the images we consume, semiotics—the study of signs, symbols, and meaning—reveals how communication works beneath the surface. Signs, Symbols, and Meaning: Exploring the World of Semiotics and Its Lasting Influence introduces readers to this fascinating discipline, tracing its origins in philosophy and linguistics, exploring the groundbreaking theories of Ferdinand de Saussure and Charles Sanders Peirce, and uncovering how signs operate in language, culture, media, advertising, politics, ...

Dive into the mesmerizing world of art with "The Visual Revolution," an enthralling eBook that takes you on a journey through the groundbreaking art movements that shaped our world. Discover the pivotal artists, daring trends, and revolutionary ideas that forever changed the course of art history. Unravel the fascinating story of late 19th-century art movements that set the stage for the birth of modernism, as "The Visual Revolution" leads you through Art Nouveau, Symbolism, and the revolutionary work of Paul Cézanne. Delve into the vibrant world of German Expressionism and the unique ...

This book describes the location of the countries and major features within them for someone who cannot see a map or who is not a visual learner. You don't need to see to understand geography.

From #1 New York Times and #1 USA Today bestselling author P. C. Cast—a passionate and magical epic bringing alive Celtic legend, perfect for romantasy fans who love Sue Lynn Tan and Thea Guanzon and historical fantasy fans of Madeline Miller. Step into the mystical world of the Isle of Skye...

“Toni Morrison once said, ‘The function, the very serious function of racism is distraction.’ In The Moment, Bakari Sellers brilliantly and precisely cuts through the noise of the calculated, well-financed, and relentless campaign by conservative media, think tanks, and politicians to end...

A Next Big Idea Club Must-Read "A powerful and urgent call to action—for the health and safety of half of our population, it’s time we rethink the male body ideal and build a world that includes us all.” —Dr. Elizabeth Comen, MD, medical oncologist, associate professor of medicine at NYU...

Artificial intelligence is changing the way people learn, communicate, and complete everyday tasks. But for many seniors, AI can feel confusing, unfamiliar, or even intimidating. What if using AI could be simple? What if you had a helpful digital assistant that could help you organize your day, write messages, understand information, explore new interests, preserve memories, and solve everyday challenges? Claude AI for Seniors is a practical, beginner-friendly guide created to help older adults discover the benefits of artificial intelligence without complicated explanations or technical ...

A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF 2023 by The Millions ""A wonderfully fitting tribute to Joan Didion: one that avoids simple platitudes, approaching the great writer with a fierce, probing intelligence, flawless language, and the impulse, which drove Didion's finest work, to understand the dreams of...

If you had the chance to change your future, would you take it? Perfect for fans of Neal Shusterman and Jason Reynolds, this powerhouse, mind-bending YA debut follows two teens, a generation apart, whose fates collide across time—and outside of it. Today During arguably the worst week of...

This book is an exhaustive guide that explores the diverse landscape of accessible leisure and fitness. The book details how traditional sports like baseball, basketball, and skiing are transformed through auditory cues, tactile markers, and sighted guides to empower individuals with visual impairments. Beyond athletics, Kysor provides practical resources for hobbies such as amateur radio and knitting, while also highlighting modern DIY technological adaptations like audio beacons and haptic navigation.

If you are blind, love someone who is, or support a blind person, this book is for you. What happens after blindness enters a life? Not only medically. Not only emotionally. Not only technologically. What happens to identity, family, work, mobility, education, money, travel, rights, relationships, independence, and the people who want to help? BLIND was written to answer those questions in one place. Most books about blindness are partial. Some focus on medicine. Some focus on assistive technology. Others focus on emotional adjustment, daily living, or legal rights. Each of these matters, ...

You absolutely can. And you don't need a computer science degree, an artistic background, or any previous coding experience to do it. In Unreal Engine 5 for Beginners, industry veteran and interactive media educator Irene Bolton strips away the intimidating jargon and technical gatekeeping to hand you the ultimate "dummy-proof" guide to game creation. Over her twelve-year career building everything from indie puzzles to massive action-adventure titles, Irene has proven that the power of Unreal Engine 5 belongs to everyone—not just seasoned engineers. This book is the step-by-step ...

""Simply gorgeous! The prose flows as smoothly as the waters of the Nile, rich in sensory detail . . . . Solomons pulls back the layers of history to show us the true Cleopatra in all of her pride and glory.""—Luna McNamara, author of Psyche & Eros ""Wonderful . . . . A fresh and lively take...

“The most profound terror is rooted in love—the terror of losing love, of love betrayed, of love in peril. Justin C. Key’s work is a cold knife through a hot heart, a surgical blade unleashing gouts of searing fear.”—Cory Doctorow, author of Red Team Blues, Little Brother, and...

Master artificial intelligence and deep learning foundations without writing a single line of code or complex math. Whether maximizing a morning commute or satisfying tech curiosity on a relaxed walk, this gentle guide transforms intimidating algorithms into vivid mental pictures. You will...

The Titian Show at the National Gallery here in London has just opened to the public again. It was available for just three days before the big lockdown. Now, it is with us once more, though on rather different terms from what was the case previously. You have to book a time. You have to be wearing a mask. You have to maintain distance between yourself and other visitors booked in for the same slot. Is it worth the hassle? Yes, of course it is. Titian is one of the greatest figures in the history of Western art.

Discover the extraordinary true story of Stephen Wiltshire, famously known as "The Human Camera," in this fascinating, informative, and deeply researched book, Stephen Wiltshire: The Human Camera: A Mind That Draws the World from Memory. Explore the life of one of the world's most remarkable artists, whose astonishing visual memory enables him to recreate entire cities with breathtaking accuracy after seeing them only once. From his early childhood and autism diagnosis to his rise as an internationally celebrated architectural artist, this book uncovers the inspiring journey of a man who ...