Collection: Reference

Discusses the history, social order, customs, religion, and accomplishments of the area known as the "cradle of civilization."

Miaos have revealed some of their basic dreams and imaginations about themselves in the beauty, symbolism and design patterns of their textile arts.

Designer of the Parliament House mosaic, Michael Jagamarra Nelson is one of Australia's best known aboriginal artists. The author interweaves the artist's own perspective on his work with social and political events.

With an engaging text by renowned Michelangelo scholar William E. Wallace, Michelangelo: The Complete Sculpture, Painting, Architecture brings together in one exquisite volume the powerful sculptures, the awe-inspiring paintings, and the classical architectural works of one of the greatest artist...

Maps, charts, illustrations, and text explore the history and culture of the Middle Ages.

Examines diverse cultures of Sumeria, Babylonia, Anatolia, the Levant, Assyria and Persia, while illuminating their roles in the development of modern societies, including the emergence of agriculture, the world's first writing and rise of first cities.

"This booklet is designed to make readers think beyond the square to see what else was happening in the world that may have led people to New Zealand".