This innovative edited collection charts the rise, fall and possible futures of the word primitive. The word primitive is fundamental to the discipline of architecture in the west, providing a convenient starting point for the myth of architecture's origins. Since the almost legendary 1970s conference on the Primitive, with the advent of post-modernism and, in particular, post-colonialism, the word has fallen from favor in many disciplines. Despite this, architects continue to use the word to mythologize and reify the practice of simplicity.
The Last Vkings - The Epic Story of the Great Norse Voyagers
A fascinating investigation into one of the most elusive mysteries of the far North. Kirsten Seaver brings to life a wonderful cast of Saga heroes, the Norse at their most outlandish and compelling.' - Joanna Kavenna, author of The Ice Museum; 'The Last Vikings is an impressive work by a highly experienced writer. The primary and secondary sources are handled with clarity and confidence and interpretations are given and opinions expressed about numerous controversial matters. The writing is efficient, sharp and with touches of striking phraseology and the pace is always maintained; this author knows exactly what she wants to communicate.
Polish bimonthly magazine for the learners of English at upper intermediate and advanced level (B2-C1). Contains texts devoted to literature, music, geography, history, movies as well as social and political issues of the English speaking countries. Each text is accompanied with an English-Polish wordlist. Some articles are also provided in audio version. The main theme of this edition is Rolling Stones music band.
Added by: Kahena | Karma: 11526.37 | Fiction literature | 1 February 2011
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CSI - Grave Matters
Rebecca Bennett, the estranged stepdaughter of a well-to-do Las Vegas businessman, is hounding the Las Vegas Police Department to reopen the investigation into her mother Rita's death--alleging that, despite appearances to the contrary, Rebecca's greedy stepfather actually played a hand in Rita Bennett's untimely end. But no one is prepared for the news that CSIs Gil Grissom, Sara Sidle, and Nick Stokes report--their investigation is inconclusive ... because the disinterred deceased is not Rita Bennett.
English Matters is a Polish bimonthly magazine for the learners of English at upper intermediate level (B2). Some texts are accompanied with audio files. Each article contains an English-Polish wordlist. The magazine tackles such issues as leisure, travel, environment, culture, lifestyle, and news.
