Graham Rust Orden de los libros (cronológico)

This collection of ceiling designs cover both the creative and practical side of ceiling decoration. Subjects range from day and night skies, animals and birds, cloud formations, and flowers, to allegorical scenes in the grand manner, and trompe l'oeil architectural patterns. The text demonstrates how to choose the right design for the area for painting and features step-by-step stages and practical tips.

The story follows Sara Crewe, a bright and imaginative girl whose life takes a tragic turn after the death of her wealthy father. Reduced to a servant and subjected to mistreatment at Miss Minchin's school, Sara's resilience and creativity shine through her hardships. Her journey from privilege to adversity highlights themes of kindness, imagination, and the enduring spirit of a young girl facing life's challenges. The narrative ultimately explores how her fortunes can change once more, making it a cherished tale in children's literature.

Nach dem Tod ihrer Mutter kommt Mary nach England auf das Schloss ihres sonderbaren Onkels. Die geheimnisvollen Umstände, die das verwöhnte Mädchen dort antrifft, krempeln sie völlig um. Heimlich findet sie Zugang zu dem hinter hohen Efeumauern verborgenen Lieblingsgarten ihrer verstorbenen Tante und baut sich dort eine eigene Welt auf. Als sie eines Nachts ihren zehnjährigen Vetter in einem der hundert Zimmer des düsteren Hauses schreien hört, fasst Mary einen wichtigen Entschluss...

Sackville-West's lovely descriptions of flowers, originally published in 1937 & photographed in b&w, are freshly depicted with the botanical watercolors of illustrator Graham Rust in this beautiful & instructive gardening book. 7 1/4" x 10 1/4". Color illus.