Dover Publications

Forty-two realistically detailed drawings ranging from scenes of everyday life in castle, village, monastery, and countryside, to dramatic and colorful portrayals of tournaments, castle sieges, banquets, battles, fairs, and more.

This apocryphal work from the second century B.C. introduced such concepts as fallen angels, resurrection, and last judgment. It exercised a powerful influence on early Christians, particularly the Gnostics. A must for those interested in apocalyptic literature and the origins of Christianity, this edition offers the definitive translation.

From raising the dead and foretelling the future to possession, curses, Kabbalah, alchemy, and more, this historical tour of the occult offers a captivating exploration of sorcery and ceremonial magic. Prepared by a noted French historian, it ventures into virtually all of the classical arts, with 375 high-quality black-and-white illustrations derived from paintings, illuminated manuscripts, sculp

A high-ranking Mason offers a fascinating glimpse into the secretive society. Manly P. Hall describes the ethical training of a Mason and the character traits he must "build" within himself.

This ancient text represents one of yoga's most influential and important works. Dating back to India of the second century B.C., the yoga sutras constitute a complete manual for the study and practice of the philosophical system. The sutras, or threads, are aphorisms of wisdom that offer guidelines to living a meaningful and purposeful life. This volume explains the eight limbs of the discipline:

Famed German type designer renders 493 symbols: religious, alchemical, imperial, runes, property marks, etc. Timeless.

This little coloring book invites youngsters into the magical world of the unicorn. Crayons, paints, or felt-tip pens will bring to life 8 bold designs of this gentle beast.

Franz Kafka is a master at blending the mundane with the surreal. His unique, compelling narratives examine themes of existential dread and bureaucratic absurdity, challenge reality, and promise a riveting journey through the uncanny corridors of the human psyche.

Old-fashioned holiday charm abounds with these collectibles and their colorful portraits of ruddy-cheeked children and Santas. Reproduced directly from rare originals of 1900–30, the images of twinkling stars, shiny toys, and candle-decked trees include illustrations by John Winsch, Ellen Clapsaddle, and artists from Raphael Tuck & Sons of London.

A charming nighttime scene of a village at Christmas — shown on the inside covers of this book — is waiting to be brought to life with festive ornaments and Yuletide revelers. Youngsters can add 24 numbered, full-color sticker images of carolers, snowmen, houses, a church, Christmas tree, and more!

Imagine a literary experience that takes you deep into the heart of the sea, where the line between man and nature blurs into an epic tale of obsession and revenge. Beautifully bound, Dover Bookshelf presents the sweeping narrative of Moby Dick in a hardcover edition featuring easy-to-read type of the unabridged original text.

Largest collection of Art Nouveau type: 137 alphabets (U & lc); 23 upper-case fonts; 33 sets decorative initials; 1951 monograms; 146 signets; more.

This logical, developmental presentation of the major aspects of Swedish grammar includes all the necessary tools for speech and comprehension. Designed for adults with limited learning time who wish to acquire the basics of everyday Swedish, this grammar features numerous shortcuts and timesavers. Ideal as an introduction, supplement, or refresher.

First published in 1768, this remarkable collection of sophisticated line drawings offers a fascinating treatise for model builders, naval historians, and maritime enthusiasts. Documenting merchant and naval ships from various countries, it features 70 illustrations that chart vessel dimensions, crew size, storage capabilities, and manner of rigging.

Uninhibited by the limitations of the print medium, Swedish artist Anders Zorn exhibited complete mastery of the plate, bending the art form to suit his own direction. His etchings display the same characteristics and likeness of his paintings, which consist chiefly of portraits and genre scenes. This collection of Zorn's finest etchings, which date from 1883–1918, perfectly showcases his artistic

Few creatures of horror have seized readers' imaginations and held them for so long as the anguished monster of Shelley's Frankenstein. The story of Victor Frankenstein's monstrous creation and the havoc it caused has enthralled generations of readers and inspired countless writers of horror and suspense. Includes the author's own 1831 introduction.