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Books by Antony Mason






Kings & Queens of Great Britain
A Very Peculiar History™
by Antony Mason, David Salariya
Hardcover, 192 Pages, Published 2014 by Book House
Illustrated
ISBN-13: 978-1-907184-77-2, ISBN: 1-907184-77-5

"Which king's guards massacred a group of his supporters by mistake? Who had an oversized tongue and had to slobber when they ate food? Who was so large when they died that they had to be buried in a square coffin? Who survived seven assassination attempts? As you can tell from the bizarre questions above, it wasn't all thrones and sceptres for British kings and queens. Some of them were completely batty, and others were downright viciou ..."






Spiritual Places
The World's Most Sacred Sites
by Antony Mason
Paperback, 192 Pages, Published 2014 by Quercus
ISBN-13: 978-1-78206-854-9, ISBN: 1-78206-854-6

"A visual celebration of 50 of the most spectactular holy sites in the world, along with practical travel tips Both an inspirational travel guide and a beautiful reference, Spiritual Places combines awe-inspiring photography and memorable narrative to tell the stories of the holiest temples and ancient ruins, the most hallowed churches, and the places of ancient power. Each location has been handpicked for its breathtaking scenery and it ..."






Bruges
by Antony Mason
Paperback, 192 Pages, Published 2000 by Cadogan Guides
ISBN-13: 978-1-86011-953-8, ISBN: 1-86011-953-0






People Around the World(1st Edition)
by Antony Mason
Hardcover, 256 Pages, Published 2002 by Kingfisher
ISBN-13: 978-0-7534-5497-8, ISBN: 0-7534-5497-1

"Take a trip around the globe and meet the people and lifestyles that make up our world in this richly illustrated reference.Organized into eight chapters—continent by continent, and then by smaller geographical areas—People Around the World is packed with photographs and takes the reader on a kaleidoscopic tour of people and their lifestyles. Young readers will gain a truly global perspective on how people live as they discover how the ..."






Monet
(Famous Artists Series)
by Antony Mason, Claude Monet, Andrew S. Hughes
Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 1995 by Barron's Educational Series
Bargain Price
ISBN-13: 978-0-8120-9174-8, ISBN: 0-8120-9174-4

"Antony Mason, Claude Monet. cami age ... Illustration of the artist's home or environment The story of the artist's life The size of the paintings is indicated by these symbols. •my. unt t ... There he cultivated many rare and exotic species of plants."






Matisse
(Famous Artists Series)
by Antony Mason, Jen Green, Andrew S. Hughes
Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 1995 by B.E.S. Publishing
ISBN-13: 978-0-8120-9426-8, ISBN: 0-8120-9426-3

"Henri Matisse, who lived from 1869 to 1954, was a painter, sculptor, muralist, and stage set designer. His mature years saw his important works in lithography and the birth of his famous colored paper designs constructed with paste and scissors."






Mons - European Capital of Culture(1st Edition)
(Bradt Travel Guides)
by Antony Mason
Paperback, 64 Pages, Published 2014 by Bradt Travel Guides
ISBN-13: 978-1-78477-000-6, ISBN: 1-78477-000-0

"Coal was the chief source of energy, and the Borinage region just to the south of Mons had vast quantities of it. While individual pit and factory owners prospered, and lived in style in châteaux such as Seneffe (see page 54) and Mariemont (see pages 51–2), many miners and industrial workers lived abject and squalid lives. There were, however, isolated examples of enlightened capitalism, seen in the model (but still fairly oppressi ..."






Dream Islands
The World's Most Breathtaking Places (Paperback)
by Antony Mason
Paperback, 192 Pages, Published 2012 by Quercus Publishing Plc
ISBN-13: 978-1-78087-156-1, ISBN: 1-78087-156-2

"Looking at every continent on the planet - from the idyllic ancient settlements on the Greek island of Santorini to the lush natural world of the Galápagos Islands in the Pacific - Dream Islands is packed with pictures, travel tips and ..."






Art of the Western World
From Prehistory to the 21st Century
by Antony Mason
Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2010 by Book House
ISBN-13: 978-1-907184-32-1, ISBN: 1-907184-32-5

"This incredible retrospective takes a sweeping look at the origins, historical influences and growth of art in the Western world, all the way from ancient cave paintings to video art, taking in Egyptian sculpture, Gothic architecture, Romanticism, Surrealism and many more schools and styles along the way. Sumptuously illustrated, with reproductions of the most definitive examples of each era, and including showcases which highlight the ..."






The Bluffer's Guide to Men(Updated)
by Antony Mason
Paperback, 92 Pages, Published 2006 by Oval Books
ISBN-13: 978-1-903096-95-6, ISBN: 1-903096-95-2

"What are men about? This is a question that has perplexed women since the first Neanderthal beefcake dragged a carcass into the cave with a hopeful grin all over his face."






Rembrandt
(Lives of the Artists)
by Antony Mason
Paperback, 48 Pages, Published 2004 by Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib
ISBN-13: 978-0-8368-5656-9, ISBN: 0-8368-5656-2

"Discusses the life, works, and lasting influence of the Dutch artist."






Marc Chagall
(Lives of the Artists)
by Antony Mason, Marc Chagall, Loredana Agosta
Library, 48 Pages, Published 2004 by Gareth Stevens Publishing
ISBN-13: 978-0-8368-5649-1, ISBN: 0-8368-5649-X

"The Lives of the Artists series retraces the lives of some of the greatest and most influential artists of the Western world. Each book focuses on the life and works of one artist and presents a selection of great works that illustrate the artist's development. Each volume also includes the story of the artist's personal life and highlights the important social and historical events of the time. Full-color photographic reproductions, de ..."






Xenophobe's Guide to the Belgians(Updated)
by Antony Mason, Catriona Tulloch Scott
Paperback, 92 Pages, Published 2009 by Oval Books
ISBN-13: 978-1-906042-22-6, ISBN: 1-906042-22-5

""Belgians like above all to be practical, solid. They stand square and conduct conversation from the base of the neck. Courteous behaviour is expected: it is the natural product of right-mindedness. It is also practical: that is how you get on in the world.""Belgians would be very happy indeed if all the world knew them to be good-natured, tolerant, individualistic, self-assertive, modest, moderate, and the embodiment of European ideals ..."






A History of Western Art
From Prehistory to the Twentieth Century
by Antony Mason, John T. Spike
Hardcover, 128 Pages, Published 2008 by Harry N. Abrams
ISBN-13: 978-0-8109-9421-8, ISBN: 0-8109-9421-6

"Lavishly illustrated with more than 250 full-color reproductions of artworks, details, photographs, and documents, this informative book provides a sweeping overview of Western art. The book begins with the cave paintings at Lascaux, France, and continues on with the art and architecture of ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome through Early Christian, Byzantine, and medieval art and on to the Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque peri ..."






Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp and Ghent
(DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide)
by Antony Mason
Paperback, 144 Pages, Published 2008 by Dorling Kindersley
ISBN-13: 978-1-4053-2114-3, ISBN: 1-4053-2114-8

"Whatever you plan to do - whether you are travelling first class or on a limited budget - make sure you experience the very best of Belgium's four great historic cities with this quick reference pocket-sized guide. From the top 10 best art nouveau buildings in Brussels to the top 10 chocolate shops, and greatest Flemish artists - this guide features the insider knowledge that every visitor needs. Discover unmissable museums and gallerie ..."






New Europe
A look at the way the world is today (Issues of the World)
by Antony Mason
Library, 48 Pages, Published 2005 by Stargazer Books
ISBN-13: 978-1-59604-073-1, ISBN: 1-59604-073-4

"This book will help you to understand more about the nature of the European Union."






Lives of the Artists Ser.
Rembrandt
by Antony Mason, World Almanac Library
48 Pages, Published 2004 by Stevens Publishing Lllp, Gareth
ISBN-13: 978-0-8368-5651-4, ISBN: 0-8368-5651-1

"1634 Rembrandt marries Saskia van Uylenburgh in Friesland. He becomes a citizen of Amsterdam and a member of the paintefs guild, the Guild of St. Luke. gives birth to a son, Rumbartus, who dies two months later. 1638 Their second child Cornelia (named after Rembrandt's mother) dies at three weeks. 1640 He suffers two losses: the deaths of a second daughter, also called Cornelia, and his mother. 1641 Titus is born, Rembrandt's only ..."






Ex-Library",Discover Southern Europe ,Anton
by Antony Mason, Non Stated, Reader's Digest Association
160 Pages, Published 2001 by Reader's Digest Association
ISBN-13: 978-0-276-42511-0, ISBN: 0-276-42511-1






Aztec Times(1st Edition)
(If You Were There)
by Antony Mason, Michael White, Marshall Editions
Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 1997 by Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing
ISBN-13: 978-0-689-81199-9, ISBN: 0-689-81199-3

"Detailed full-color illustrations and an intriguing text provide a close-up look at life for citizens of the ancient Aztec civilization, covering everything from family life to warriors and conquistadors as its takes young readers back to ancient Mexico."






Viking Times(1st Edition)
(If You Were There)
by Antony Mason, Michael Welpy
Board Book, 32 Pages, Published 1997 by Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing
ISBN-13: 978-0-689-81198-2, ISBN: 0-689-81198-5

"With the help of full-color illustrations and an accessible text, young readers can learn all about Viking life, from how they survived the frozen Scandinavian winters to how they built their powerful warships and honored heroes killed in battle."



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