Vientos de libertad

Desde la frontera norte hasta las calles de la Ciudad de México, a mediados del siglo XIX, esta novela histórica muestra las diferentes caras de un conflicto que llevó a la pérdida de una parte del territorio mexicano. Los protagonistas de esta historia, la familia Escobar -habitantes de Santa Fe, Nuevo México-, son testigos de conflictos que los enfrentarán entre sí y los confrontarán de cerca con la guerra. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION From the northern border to the streets of Mexico City in the mid-nineteenth century, this historical novel shows the different faces of a conflict that led...

"Excellent and well-documented account of 16th-century architecture in Metztitlán, Hidalgo, written by a professional architect and accomplished scholar. Describes Metztitlán's geographic history and the technical construction and development of its architecture. Also provides a contemporary analysis. Contains thorough photographic documentation, colonial maps, contemporary ground plans and elevations of churches, as well as renderings of architectural details and mural decorations"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 58.

"Barcelona" presents a study-in text and photographic image-of one of the most architecturally fascinating and impressive cities in the world. From the Gaudí cathedral to Albert Viaplana and Helio Piñón's recent Centre de Cultura Contemporània, from the Palau de la Musica to the Dali Museum, what we find is a city whose magnificent strength lies in the coexistence of its amazingly diverse and historically disparate variety of structures. The city of Barcelona absorbs new influences and maintains traditions organically, avoiding a sense of fragmentation for a sense of exuberance and...

High-end hotels have always been the setting for style and fantasy, a venue to see and be seen. This volume explores a relatively new trend, where major fashion houses take over the running of upscale hostelries. With every detail coordinated, from bed linens, to d????cor, china and glassware, the overall effect is of a chic jewel box, where every piece shines. We get a peek at glamorous hotels conceived and run with flair, by major fashion players like Bulgari, Christian Lacroix, Ferragamo, and Versace.

Enfatizando los aspectos creativos de la arquitectura, este libro le proporciona un curso básico de diseño arquitectónico. Le introduce en el lenguaje visual de la arquitectura, le anima a pensar en términos espaciales y le ayuda a cuestionar el entorno edificado. Además, se le explica paso a paso todo el proceso de diseño. Incluye ejercicios prácticos que le ayudarán a ejercitar sus nuevas habilidades. Encontrará información acerca de las técnicas y materiales de construcción que tienen repercusión en el diseño. Le ofrece consejos profesionales que le ayudarán a dar los...