Attempts to portray the complex personality of Saint Francis, looks at his early life and influences, and discusses the rules he developed for the Franciscan order of monks[...]
This multidisciplinary book develops an original framework for understanding skills, skilled work, and surrounding policies. It establishes the concept and measurement of skill, sets out a theoretical framework for skills analyses, and investigates the roles of employers, workers, and other social a[...]
This is a collection of autobiographical essays by Paul J Stankard, recognised widely as one of the world's master glass artists. Stankard is particularly renowned and respected for his flame-worked floral motifs expressed in crystal paperweights, rectangular columns, and orbs. Paul was trained in [...]
Francis D.K. Ching brings his signature style to the topic of sustainable design In the tradition of the classic Building Construction Illustrated , Francis D.K. Ching offers a graphical presentation to the theory, practices, and complexities of sustainable design.[...]