The definitive biography of rap supergroup, Wu-Tang Clan, featuring decades of unpublished interviews and unparalleled access to members of the group and their associates
Fernando Báez Books
Fernando Báez is a Venezuelan writer and essayist whose work centers on cultural destruction and the preservation of books. He examines how books and art are obliterated throughout history, particularly in the context of conflict and invasion. His scholarship delves into historical libraries, the loss of cultural heritage, and the very act of destruction. Báez's approach is deeply informed by his academic background in library science and classical studies, allowing him to offer profound insights into the fragility of human knowledge.
Included are more than 100 easy-to-follow recipes; an introduction to Sri Lanka's history, culture, and cuisine; a detailed travel section for visitors; a comprehensive spice guide, and stunning color photos throughout -- from cover.
The product of 10 years' research and support from leading American and European universities, A Universal History of the Destruction of Books traces the tragic story which spans: the smashed tablets of ancient Sumer; the widespread looting of libraries in post-war Iraq; the levelling of the Library of Alexandria; the burning of books by Crusaders and Nazis; and censorship against authors. With diligence and grace, Baez mounts a compelling investigation into the motives behind such destruction and the perverse 'anti-creationism' which it embodies.
Spoken Sinhala Made Simple
- 415 pages
- 15 hours of reading
This book teaches the colloquial language of the Sinhala people in a straightforward and thorough manner. With an intuitive transliteration system (explained in the first chapter), a discussion of all major grammatical concepts, and numerous dialogues and exercises, Spoken Sinhala Made Simple is a valuable resource for anyone looking to speak Sinhalese.
Los primeros libros de la humanidad : el mundo antes de la imprenta y el libro electrónico
- 624 pages
- 22 hours of reading
Obecné dějiny ničení knih. Od sumerských tabulek po digitální éru
- 604 pages
- 22 hours of reading
Proč lidé ničí knihy stejně dlouho, jak dlouho je čtou? Existuje mnoho prací o dějinách knih, čtení nebo o bibliofiliích, avšak doposud se žádná nezabývala zánikem knih. O to významnější je Báezova práce, na niž sbíral materiál po celém světě. Dílo je rozděleno do čtyř rozsáhlých oddílů a je doplněno daty různých případů pálení a ničení knih jak na západní, tak na východní polokouli, ať už na jejich zániku nese vinu přírodní katastrofa, nebo člověk.
