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Explores the history of corsets and other garments that force the female body to conform to an ideal and analyzes their social, sexual, and anthropological significance.

Explores the sources and meanings of aspects of the literary world of Harry Potter within myths, legends, and history.

In Harry Potter and Philosophy, seventeen philosophical experts unlock some of Hogwarts' secret panels, and uncover surprising insights that are enlightening both for wizards and the most discerning muggles.

"Aberforth! Two more fire whiskeys for these friends! Welcome, HARRY POTTER readers, to the Hog s Head, the gathering place for members of Dumbledore s Army and the historic rallying point before the Battle of Hogwarts. We scholars of the Hogwarts Saga (Harry Potter s triumph over the Dark Lord) have come together here to share our researches on the meaning of Harry s seven adventures. Listen attentively to discover hidden secrets of the series and learn why the books are worthy to be studied more closely! Sip that fire whiskey slowly. Sit back and enjoy the ten best Hog s Head conversations of the past year, edited into this handy collection. And don t forget to throw your peanut shells to the goat in the corner. [includes essays by John Granger, Colin Manlove, Amy H. Sturgis, James W. Thomas and many others].

This is the first set of books about David Gil and more than 70 years of his Bennington Potters. It is also about the many talented people Gil attracted to his circle, worked with, hired, and befriended over his long and prolific career. But it is not just a history, this set of books includes hundreds of images of Gil's work at all stages of his career, the work of his potters, and the artists that commissioned him. There is a visual directory and database of hundreds of Gil's production works. All books in the series are printed in black and white. VOLUME II Contents: Contracts, Licensing & Commissions, Visual Reference & Database, Not Bennington Potters.

Imprint. J.K. Rowling fills her books with references to history, myths, legends and literature. This book presents the stories behind the stories, and worlds both real and imaginary from ancient Egypt, Greece, India and Japan. It reveals the origins of the fantastic beasts and magical arts that feature in the series. Ages 10 plus.

An in-depth study of 24 artists, their work and studios. Almost a mini biography on many of the most prominent andexciting artists around.

The Muggles' Guide to Magic will help you understand each Harry Potter book in addition to a complete story reference section complete with the story highlights and the page numbers for quick location. Glossaries of Characters, Creatures, Places, Witches and Wixards, Wizard Books, Charms, Spells, Potions, Curses, and Ghosts are scattered throughout to provide quick and easy identification. You'll find over 44 color illustrations of every important character, creature, ghosts, etc. and a beautiful "Conclusion Scene" graphically describing the exciting conclusion of each Harry Potter Book. Be sure to order your copy of Harry Potter's Muggles' Guide to Magic!