Books with author Diagram Group

This is the most comprehensive illustrated reference to all the musical instruments in the world. The range of instruments is extraordinary: orchestral, popular, classical, ancient, folk; from the most primitive whistles to the most sophisticated electornic equipment. All the instruments are magnificently drawn, revealing structure, fuction and decoration in exquisite detail.

Practical instructions for off-beat objectives. How to Hold a Crocodile is an illustrated and fun-to-read guide to the practical information that is not taught in school. This book is jammed full of simple instructions for many situations in life. Need to roast an ox? Repel cavalry? Tie a bow tie? All instructions are here, clear, concise, and fully illustrated. This remarkable reference book explains how to: Build a log cabin Catch a cockroach Magnetize a walnut Play the castanets Ride a dolphin Drill for oil Meet the Pope Find a blind spot Become a saint Hard-earned experience spanning many cultures and centuries leads to creative advice and counsel. Want to prevent a nail from splitting wood? Simply wipe the nail on soap before hammering. The off-beat retro artwork and text is fun and engaging. How to Hold a Crocodile is an amazing collection of information, advice, tips, and instructions guaranteed to entertain and satisfy anyone's curiosity.

"One of the nicest things.is that you don't have to be a musician to love it. It's a browser's delight."--The New York TimesIt's the best-looking musical encyclopedia ever! Using a completely visual approach, this ultimate reference has over 4,000 drawings showcasing the evolution of instruments--and music--from primitive whistles to electric guitars (complete with fuzz box and pedal). Exquisite illustrations accompany each entry, with painstaking detail and attention to structure, function, and decoration. Most extraordinary is the range of instruments included: orchestral, popular, classical, ancient, and folk. Classed by family groups, they are cross-referenced with material on geographical distribution and historical periods. Plus scores, diagrams of correct playing techniques, major figures, and other fascinating information provided by over forty researchers, writers, and illustrators, in cooperation with 200 scholars from 20 countries!