Zoltán Szabó Book order (chronological)

This fully illustrated study explores the rifled firearms used by European and American forces in the 18th and early 19th centuries, showcasing weapons like the American long rifle and the British Baker rifle. The need for improved accuracy in combat operations led to the emergence of a new type of light infantry soldier and the innovative rifle, marking a significant shift in warfare history. Throughout the 18th century, both Austria and Prussia deployed light troops with rifled firearms, while North American conflicts featured the long rifle and the revolutionary Ferguson breech-loader. Rifle-armed specialists played crucial roles for various nations during the Napoleonic Wars. The period following 1815 witnessed the introduction of successful rifled percussion firearms, culminating in the widespread adoption of rifled weapons. This evolution was driven by the Prussian adoption of the Dreyse "needle gun" in 1848 and the French Minié rifle in 1849, which became the first conical ball rifle issued to regular troops in significant numbers. Richly illustrated with vibrant artwork, this study chronicles the development, combat usage, influence, and legacy of rifled firearms across numerous conflicts, from the War of the Austrian Succession (1740-48) to the Mexican-American War (1846-48).

Lessons of a lifetime from one of watercolor's greatest painters Avoid problems, create better paintings and take leaps forward in your art. Learn how from Zoltan Szabo, one of the most revered watercolor teachers in America. Using the same ease of approach that made his workshops so popular, this book makes watercolor painting simple, straightforward and fun. 43 mini-demonstrations teach a wide range of useful watercolor techniques 13 complete step-by-step demonstrations show these techniques applied to mountains, harbors, forests, flowers and other subjects 10 rules of painting reflections offer unique help for painting water scenes that look just the way you want Page after page of proven approaches for painting clouds, trees, rocks, grass, snow and more These are tried-and-true methods that Zoltan perfected over 65 years of painting. Now you can put them to work in your paintings immediately!

Tato kniha jde daleko za pouhé podněty ke změně způsobu chování. Astrologie zde stojí na společné úrovni s cestami proměny vědomí, jako jsou modlitba a meditace. V ohnisku pozornosti tohoto typu astrologie je překonání osobních struktur. Čtenáři se otevírá úplně nová dimenze - hledání grálu v horoskopu, alchymie duše nebo zcela jednoduše: Ceste ke svému já.

Název na obalu: Runy velká kniha V první části této knihy nám autor představuje runy v zahradě germánských bohů a poukazuje na spojení prastarých znaků s mýtickými postavami bohů. Hlavní část knihy tvoří 18 tzv. vikingských run v jednotlivých znázorněních. Touto knihou se autorovi podařila geniální syntéza mezi praktickou věštbou, která je vítanou pomocív důležitých životních rozhodnutích, a podrobným nahlížením na runy a germánské bohy, jakožto na živoucí symboly.

Kniha je inspirována Sokratovou "Astrologií ve znaku labutě", tajuplnou knihou, která se dostala k autorovi zvláštním způsobem. Tento spis je absolutně nepochopitelný, avšak ze zlomků, které autor znalecky dává do souvislostí, získáváme náhled na pravou existenci alchymie a astrologie.

Vliv jména na povahu a osud každého z nás zkoumá onomantie, nauka o okultním významu jmen a věštění z nich. V této knize se autoři ubírají nestandardní cestou - nejdůležitější roli při výkladu jména totiž nehrají jako obvykle čísla, nýbrž runy. Dozvíte se mnoho zajímavostí o působení jména a budete si moci odvodit, jak by se váš život a osud změnil jeho případnou změnou. Knihu uvítá také každý, kdo se zajímá o runy.

In this book well-known artist and instructor Zoltan Zsabo has gathered together a collection of effective watercolour techniques he has devised for painting specific subjects. From showing how to apply paint to create a misty landscape or radian sunset, to using a knife blade to create cobwebs and salt to give the appearance of falling snow, these ingenious yet simple tips and tricks will enable watercolourists to improve their landscape painting. Thirteen step-by-step demonstrations are included, illustrating exactly how to apply the techniques covered. Zoltan also provides a thorough introduction to the medium of watercolour including equipment, colour theory and compositions. Using annotated painted sketches, a gallery of finished watercolour paintings, plus 'brush in hand' step photography each point is conveyed with complete clarity. There is something which watercolourists of all abilities can learn and apply from this accessible book which will help them to take full advantage of this medium's considerable potential.