During the sixties a wave of renewals surged through western civilisation, including the Catholic churches and convents. Almost everything changed in the life of religious: their work, their way of life, their appearance and their contacts with each other, and with others. Many left their congregation; others developed a new way of being religious within religious life. This book describes this process of change among the 'Sisters of Charity of Our Lady Mother of Mercy', a congregation with s...

The first of a unique series of translations of Scamozzi's L'Idea della Architettura Universale. The northern Italian architect, Vincenzo Scamozzi, (1548-1616) designed a number of important palaces, villas and churches in and around Vicenza, Padua and Venice. In addition, he completed a comprehensive study of ancient classical architecture. including the possibilities for its application in a modern context. The first edition of the book was published in 1615. Scamozzi distinguishes himself ...

Creativiteit' moet tegenwoordig. Niet alleen kunstenaars, ook bedrijfsleiders en beleidsvoerders worden tot creativiteit aangespoord. Zelfs gezinstherapeuten en conflictbemiddelaars worden aangezet om met meer creatieve oplossingen te komen. Creativiteit hoort tegenwoordig alleen maar in een positieve moraal thuis. Er wordt niets dan goeds van verwacht. Maar wat betekent het woordje nog wanneer zowat iedereen het verslijt? En waar komt deze honger naar creativiteit vandaan? Wijst die niet eer...

Engels Arabisch woordenboek voor thuis, kantoor en op school. Bevat 15.000 moderne

wetenschappelijke en technologische termen.Het boek sluit af met enkele rubrieken.

Duidelijke druk, met hier en daar wat zwart-witfoto`s en -tekeningen.

The Book of Nâm is a book of deep wisdom. Its language is clear and accessible. The author of the book, Yoginâm, uses a terminology that is easily recognisable for readers of today.

Though the subject matter is perennial, the language in which it is written brings it alive for the needs of present day readers. This approach raises the subject matter level above the various different schools and traditions and makes it truly universal. It stresses the transcendence in which all members of hu...

This third edition of a three-part book on diesel engines is intended for all who work with diesel engines for maritime propulsion and power generation:

- Maritime training institutes and maritime universities

- Maintenance and reconditioning companies

- Shipping companies deep-sea, inland, towage, dredging and heavy-load cargo

- Insurance companies, classification bureaus, surveyors

- Shipping industry suppliers, suppliers of engine parts, fuel and lubricating oil

- Engine manufacturers and ...

In her work, visual artist Natasja Kensmil deals with the recurring themes of power and the consequences of its abuse, with abundant references from mythology, religion, and history. Her particular fascination is with the hidden, mysterious, and murky sides of history. This volume presents an overview of Kensmil’s oeuvre, from 1998 to her most recent works. Her paintings and drawings delve into the question of the intrinsic monstrosity of human nature, where motifs emerge through thick laye...

The complex history and contested borders that shaped the countries of former Yugoslavia provide the stage on which Croatian-born Lana Mesic´ (NL) weaves new, personal narratives, examining the role and meaning of the enemy image in her fragmented childhood and how this history echoes upon this day. In light of recent political developments in Europe, the book encourages us to reflect on our own experiences. By bringing these to light, it helps to counter the nationalist narratives that domi...