The inimitable, haunting films of Alfred Hitchcock took place in settings, both exterior and interior, that deeply impacted our experiences of his most unforgettable works. From the enclosed spaces of Rope and Rear Window to the wide-open expanses of North by Northwest, the physical worlds inhabited by desperate characters are a crucial element in our perception of the Hitchcockian universe. As Christine Madrid French reveals in this original and indispensable bo...

Frank Furness (1839-1912) has remained a curiosity to architectural historians and critics, somewhere between an icon and an enigma, whose importance and impact have yet to be properly evaluated or appreciated. To some, his work pushed pattern and proportion to extremes, undermining or forcing together the historic styles he referenced in such eclectic buildings as the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and the University of Pennsylvania Library. To others, he was merely a regional mann...

If you’re a passionate photographer and you’re ready to take your work to the next level, The Enthusiast’s Guide book series was created just for you. Whether you’re diving head first into a new topic or exploring a classic theme, Enthusiast’s Guides are designed to help you quickly learn more about a topic or subject so that you can improve your photography.The Enthusiast’s Guide to Night and Low-Light Photography: 49 Photographic Principles You Need to Know

In Make Great Photos: A Friendly Guide for Improving Your Photographs, photographer and author Alan Hess teaches you the basics of photography by breaking down the topic into easy-to-understand sections. Learn a whole range of photography basics, from photo setup to image editing.Learning the basics of photography can seem like a daunting task. At first glance, there is a whole new world of terminology to digest and tons of numbers to master. It can be con...

Frank Furness (1839-1912) has remained a curiosity to architectural historians and critics, somewhere between an icon and an enigma, whose importance and impact have yet to be properly evaluated or appreciated. To some, his work pushed pattern and proportion to extremes, undermining or forcing together the historic styles he referenced in such eclectic buildings as the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and the University of Pennsylvania Library. To others, he was merely a regional mann...

If you’re a passionate photographer and you’re ready to take your work to the next level, The Enthusiast’s Guide book series was created just for you.Whether you’re diving head first into a new topic or exploring a classic theme, Enthusiast’s Guides are designed to help you quickly learn more about a topic or subject so that you can improve your photography. These handy books don’t waste your time covering all the photography basics you already kn...

Even film diehards have a tough time resisting the instant gratification of the digital camera. Today's digital cameras are more affordable then ever before, and they deliver high quality images that are a snap to share. Plus, you can take risks with a digital camera you never would with a film camera. You waste nothing; there's no film required, and because you only print the pictures you need, digital photography is cost effective and environmentally friendly.But to take full adv...

Canon 7D Experience is an e-book user's guide for the Canon EOS 7D that goes beyond the manual to help you learn the features, settings, and controls of this camera, plus when and why to use them in your photography. Learn to use your EOS 7D quickly and competently, to consistently capture the images you desire. Take control of your camera, the image taking process, and the images you create!Canon 7D Experience is for those who wish to take fuller advantage of the capabilities of t...

Canon T2i Experience - The Still Photographer's Guide to Operation and Image Creation is an eBook user's guide and tutorial for the Canon Rebel T2i / EOS 550D. Learn to use your T2i quickly and competently to improve your photography and capture better images. Take control of your camera and the photos you create. As one reader said:"I don't know how I could fully take advantage of all the features the T2i has to offer without this publication! It's well-organized, easy to understa...

Canon 5D Mark III Experience is an e-book user's guide that goes beyond the manual to help you learn the features, settings, and controls of this sophisticated and highly customizable camera plus most importantly how, when, and why to use them in your photography. Written in the clear, concise, and comprehensive style of all Full Stop guides, Canon 5D Mark III Experience will help you learn to use your EOS 5D Mk III quickly and competent...

Nikon D7000 Experience is an e-book user's guide that goes beyond the manual to help you understand the features, settings, and controls of this powerful and highly customizable camera - plus more importantly how, when, and why to use these functions and settings in your photography.Written in the clear, concise, and comprehensive manner of all Full Stop guides, Nikon D7000 Experience will help you learn to use your camera quickly and com...

Nikon D5100 Experience is an e-book user's guide that goes beyond the D5100 manuals to help you learn when and why to use the various features, controls, and custom settings of this versatile camera. LEARN to use your D5100, quickly and competently, to create the types of images you want to capture. TAKE CONTROL of your camera, the image taking process, and the photos you create. What Readers are Saying about Nikon D5100 Experience: "This guide is very useful for beginners to experienced u...