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BRUNSCHWIG FILS UP CLOSE showcases beautiful and inspiring interiors from the world's premier textile company. For over 100 years, Brunschwig Fils has maintained its reputation for quality and elegance-it's a name decorators and discriminating customers turn to for the best in interior design. BRUNSCHWIG FILS UP CLOSE transports readers from grand rooms in the White House and the Palace of Versailles to romantic ones in Irish cottages and southern homes, offering a wealth of creative ideas on using fabrics, wallpapers, and furnishings in the best possible way. The book explores the history of early textile techniques and popular patterns, and presents a range of gorgeous rooms from designers around the world. Packed with 220 photographs and watercolor illustrations of exquisite interiors, BRUNSCHWIG FILS UP CLOSE is the portfolio for anyone interested in fine design.
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DISAPPOINTING.......2007-03-19
THIS BOOK IS A DISAPPPOINTMENT AFTER READING THE FIRST BOOK BY BRUNSCHWIG...THIS BOOK COVER INTERIOR IS LIMP AND UNINTERESTING ....IT CONVEYS TO ME WHAT FOLLOWS IN THE BOOK, HO HUM, AND YAWN INTERIORS..AND BRUNSCHWIG FABRICS ARE SO BEAUTIFUL!!! WHAT HAPPENED?...IT IS TOO BAD ...THE BOOK WHICH SEEMS TO ME IS NOT CAREFULLY EDITED OR WITH INTERIORS THAT ARE REALLY SENSATIONAL IS A MAJOR DISAPPOINTMENT... SORRY, MRS. DOUGLAS...
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Out of Date.......2006-06-06
Hard to believe this book's still in print. The author apparently died before the book was published in 1991, and it badly needs updating as the MF camera information dates from that era. Nothing on recent MF cameras, digital, Russian Kievs, etc.
It's pretty light in the information department as well. A casual review of camera models and the author's use of a few of them on a trip here and there do not make for an intensive education in the field of medium-format photography.
Medicore.......2003-02-09
Between digital and lack of acknowledgement of Soviet equipment I found this book medicore in the classes I taught. Wish I'd saved the money for a new camera
Not too bad, but very good for beginners.......2001-10-17
Lief Ericksenn has created an interesting introduction to the medium format field. Many of his pictures are excellent - especially those centering around the space program. The text is a little light, possibly designed for a beginner like myself. Still, there is a great deal of information about composition, darkroom and manufacturers. Perhaps an update to the text is in order. However, considering the number of books written on the subject, I would consider this a must-have for those interested in MF photography.
An initial look at Medium Format.......2001-06-24
This is a good reference and primer for those wishing to explore the medium format world of photography. The logic and language of Ericksenn is easy to read and understand. It is obvious from his work shown, that he is a professional and earnest about this topic. Most serious photographers would not find this text challenging or "new" enough, but a novice may. Some helpful references are the scenics pictured, taken with different lenses and film sizes to demonstrate perspectives etc. Most of the information about the cameras discussed is basically correct, but much of it is dated as of this writing. Some brands of equipment are largely ignored. I found this book "okay", but then I have been deep into this hobby for decades.
Don't buy this book if you need real information!.......2000-04-21
While this book boasts excellent print qualities, along with top notch photo reproduction, it lacks any real information of substance. If you are looking for a book to help you learn the ins and outs of medium format, keep looking. It will not help you with the intricacies of lighting, composing for medium format vs. 35mm, or any other "important" information for the neophyte medium format photographer. I was looking for this type of book, and I was sorely disappointed after reading this title in one evening. Please Mr. Ericksenn, try again.
Book Description
Medium format cameras, which use a larger negative than 35mm cameras, are the tools of choice for most professional photographers. In this guide, the techniques that make medium format photography so popular with professionals are explained in language that even hobbyists can easily understand. All aspects of medium format photography are explored, including equipment selection, composition techniques, and the differences in images produced by single lens reflex and twin lens reflex medium format cameras. This is a great resource for beginners as well as those who wish to improve their medium format photography.
Customer Reviews:
Absolute beginners book.......2005-10-07
I bought this book because I was a serious 35mm amateur photographer who wanted to move into medium format because of the increased quality. I was totally ignorant of the basics of medium format, such as the difference between 120 and 220, so anything I read was helpful. I agree that this is a book for absolute beginners. If you are interested in camera models and history and want a book to add to your photographic library in this category, then you will find this book useful. I really wanted a book with more artistic content, such as extensive discussion of composition in various medium formats, especially 6x6, but was disappointed. In hindsight, I would not buy this book. One would be better to study books of photographs by outstanding medium format photographers in order to enhance understanding of the creative aspects of the medium.
Very informative for a novice........2001-09-08
I read this book because I wanted to move from 35mm to medium format but had no knowledge of or background in it. I really found this book to be helpful to me. It explained the very basics of medium format, cameras, TLR, accessories, metering, etc. very clearly and in terms I could understand. For someone who doesn't have a clue and wants to learn more it really is a great book to begin with. I agree that anyone with a working knowledge of medium format would look for something more advanced, but, for the novice it's perfect.
a book for beginers in medium format.......2001-08-24
I've found the book is writen in a very simple terms. For beginers can be useful, but if you are not a beginer, you won't learn much thinks reading it. As a conclusion, if you want to buy a medium format camera and you don't know anything about it, you can buy this book, but if you are not a beginner, don't spend your money with this book.
Book Description
Learn the advantages and capabilities of medium-format cameras and examine all aspects of medium-format operations, including SLR, twin lens, panoramic, rangefinder, wide angle, press, and view cameras. Also explained and illustrated are lenses and their accessories, motor drives, films, flashes, filters, slides and slide projectors, and more. Includes black and white and color photographs and drawings to illustrate proper use of equipment and various techniques, effects, and possibilities that produce successful photographs with the best possible image quality.
The medium format is truly the format in the middle. It combines many of the benefits of 35 mm photography with those of the large format, making a medium format system an excellent choice for almost all types of photography from candid action with a hand-held camera to critical studio work from a tripod. Special chapters are devoted to these different applications and the type of equipment that most likely meets your photography needs. This book explains clearly the medium format's benefits, advantages, and disadvantages and provides a comparison of the medium format to other formats so you can decide whether it is right for you and your photography.
*The definitive book on medium format, cameras and technique, the most commonly used format of commercial photography
*New material on panoramic format, apochromatic lenses, aspheric lenses, tele extenders, glass and relative illumination, and motor drives
*Updated information on perspective control, tilt controls, built in metering systems, and use of apertures.
Customer Reviews:
Wildi is conservative but makes his point.......2001-06-24
I am a big Ernst Wildi fan! That said, some observations should be noted: Wildi writes lucidly, logically, and tries to teach the reader in every one of his works. His photography is excellent and he really does not hide the fact he is a Hasselblad guru! Perhaps, he assumes that some of his points that are written and diagrammed to demonstrate, are obvious to all readers, and does not go into great depth. Yes, I got it! People wanting more from Ernst on techniques should check out his book, "Achieving the Ultimate Image." These 2 works could have been combined into one; re-titled "The Ultimate Image in Medium Format" or similar.
More focus on Medium Format please!.......1999-08-15
Ernst Wildi's book was quite a disappointment to me, as the title made me believe, that it would be a competent appraisal of the different formats and a recommandation of fields of photography where the size of medium format would win the game. But after a couple of chapters concerned with different formats, cropping and camera types the rest is just an ordinary photography primer with really no news. Additionally the illustrations are often handdrawn and really not of the quality you would expect to find in a book like this.
I feel seriously misguided by the title and wonder if I dare order the other wellknown Ernst Wildi title on a specific medium format brand...
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Medium format photography
Kalton C Lahue
Manufacturer: Petersen Pub. Co
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ASIN: 0822740486 |
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Medium Format Photography
Ernst Wildi
Manufacturer: Focal Pr
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ASIN: 0240517199 |
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The Bronica Manual
Manufacturer: Morgan
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ASIN: B000BP8QAA |
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Bronica Medium Format Camera manual. Medium format SLR's and accessory systems.Hard-cover, 6
x 8 1/2", 175 pages, color and B&W photos. Complete chronology of Zenza
Bronica cameras, including the Bronica ETRS, ETRSi, ETR lenses, ETR system
accessories, Bronica SQ-A, Bronica SQ-A, Bronica SQ lenses, Bronica SQ-Am,
Bronica SQ-Ai, Bronica SQ system accessories, Bronica GS-1, Bronica GS-1 lenses,
GS-1 system accessories, Bronica 35mm and Polaroid film backs.
Product Description
Original nstructions for Hasselblad 500C/M, 500EL/M & SWC/M. Includes seven famphlets from Hasselblad on various photography techniques using these cameras: Square Composition, Aerial, Architectural, Industrial, B&W Photography & a Specific one for the 500 EL/M & one for the Zeiss Tele-Tessar 350mm f5.6 lens.
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This is a paperback Fawcett Crest Book with a green cover. This is the first half of a two part series.
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It's All Yours, Snoopy
Charles M. Schulz
Manufacturer: Ballantine Books
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Release Date: 1985-07-12 |
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It's All Yours, Snoopy
Manufacturer: Crest
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ASIN: B000DEMMZ4 |
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It's All Yours, Snoopy
Manufacturer: Fawcett Crest
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ASIN: B000GQGSQ8 |
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- Hilarious and helpful
- A very limited book
- Nothing like Stereo Instructions
- Definative anthropological guide to geeks of all ages
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The Geek Handbook: User Guide and Documentation for the Geek in Your Life
Mikki Halpin
Manufacturer: Pocket
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Geek Chic: The Ultimate Guide to Geek Culture
ASIN: 0671036866 |
Book Description
He has reached every level of Myst. Her room is littered with soda cans. He idolizes Data from Star Trek®. But all your favorite geek really wants is to be understood....
Whether you're friends with a geek, work with one, love one, or hate one, The Geek Handbook provides handy instructions for analyzing and understanding all things geek, including:
How Your Geek Relates to Others
Geek organizations and gathering spots
Getting Your Geek to Exercise
Klingon™ martial arts as workout strategy
The Geek Diet
Soda, pizza, and other geek food groups; how to help your geek thrive
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From Bill Gates to Dilbert to the computer whiz next door, geeks are here to stay. But how man' of us really know what geeks are all about? The Preppy Handbook for the year 2000, The Geek Handbook is a wise and hilarious guide to analyzing and understanding all things geek, including:
-- The Inner Geek -- Why watching Star Trek "RM" will help you relate to your geek
-- The Geek Diet -- Soda, pizza, and other geek food groups
-- How Your Geek Relates to Others -- Geek organizations and gathering spots
-- Getting Your Geek to Exercise -- Klingon "TM" martial arts as workout strategy
Filled with helpful charts and diagrams, a look at geeks throughout history, fixes to common geek bugs, and much more, The Geek Handbook is the essential guide that will help both geeks and geek lovers survive -- and thrive -- in the new millennium.
Customer Reviews:
Really bad book.......2004-01-27
This is the worst book i've read almost on any subject especially on geeks, first off you can read it in 20 minutes, it has almost no text in it, the size of the margins along with text size gives you from 5-8 words per line with an average of 13 lines per page (did i mention the images?) and 110 pages! (just for kicks check your favorite book and compare)
Not only are there very few words, but the content is so bad, it hardly says anything, it reminds me of some people who are trying to explain something they dont understand, so the say 1,000 words which make no sense... and then spit on your face how knowledgable they are.
For example seccion "1.4.5 Your Geek Child" is 20 lines long (which include 3 sections... features, known bugs and tips... in 20 lines) i'm sure you need more than that to raise your geek child, the worst thing is that later on the book she say's "on how to educate your child go to secction 1.4.5"... like if it actually said something!
Hilarious and helpful.......2003-11-21
Just found this book and it's still current! This woman must have dated or known many a fine geek. Very cute and actually quite helpful in learning how to approach a partner who's more interested in online gaming than getting some fresh air (uh, that would be my Significant Other). I loved the tips on how to help your geek eat better, handle stress, etc. Recommended!!
A very limited book.......2001-09-18
I bought this book because of the excellent references I saw, it took me one day to read it from the beggining to the end, but the book lacks of perspective. Sometimes the writer makes reference of a geek as "she" and jumps in the next sentence to a "he" (or vice versa) without a clearly reason to do this.
It tells you about computer geeks, but never talks about other types of modern geeks and there are a lot of types of them. If you want an aproach of a geek search for the "Geek Code" (not a book) and you can obtain a lot of information.
My last word goes for the little information in a lot of sections (like "Geeks Diet", "The inner geek" and "Your geek's cycles and routines").
I have seen more effort at independent (and free) writtings
Nothing like Stereo Instructions.......2000-12-10
This is a great book, I got one for my girlfriend and she loved it so I got additional copies for the wives and girlfriends of some of my friends. Thus far, everyone has enjoyed it.
The book is well-written, with a light, almost chatty style that really ropes you in and makes you keep reading. It also has an excellent and consistent format, something us geeks love.
Buy it for your non-geek friends so they can better understand you, then buy one for yourself so you can see when they're using the techniques in the book to manage you.
Definative anthropological guide to geeks of all ages.......2000-06-16
This book is that rare and wonderful creation, a humor book that actually gives useful information about a sorely misunderstood segment of today's population. Mikki Halpin addresses the issues that pervade life with a geek, but in a gentle and humorous way without ever sounding patronizing. Now that the geeks run the world, thank god there is miss halpin to show us how to thrive and survive through all of our geek interactions.
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One of the most melodic and romantic genres of music is that found on the streets of Paris as played on the musette. Larry Hallar has artfully crafted keyboard accordion solo arrangements from 25 favorite French musette compositions. These are wonderful solo pieces for any accordionist, and convey the lyrical beauty and romance characteristic of the genre.
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Excellent book!.......2002-11-22
I bought it. I lost it. I will buy a new copy if I can't find it.
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de Magia a Tecnica: Ensayo de Teatro Filosofico-Literario-Tecnico (Pensamiento Critico/Pensamiento Utopico)
Juan David Garcia Bacca
Manufacturer: Anthropos Research & Publications
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Miners and Millhands: Work, Culture and Politics in Princely Mysore
Janaki Nair
Manufacturer: Sage Publications Pvt. Ltd
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An AltaMira Press Book The coming of the British to India marked the entry of 'modern' science and technology into the country and the beginning of the subjugation of traditional scientific systems. The British, in fact, used science and technology as a tool for maintaining and expanding the Empire. Against this background, Dr. Anil Kumar unravels the political linkages and sociological interactions between Western medical science and the British Empire, focusing on the period 1835-1911. The author provides a contemporary critique of the imperialist-nationalist debate on research in medicine and also outlines the course of action the British ought to have taken to ameliorate suffering in India. With its broad sweep, this book will interest historians, political scientists, sociologists, and those involved in studying the interface between science, technology, and society.
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