Figure Drawing: Design and Invention is an instructional figure drawing book geared towards the novice and experienced artist alike. This book emphasizes a simplified understanding of surface anatomy, in order to clarify the mechanics of the figure, facilitate invention, and ultimately create a skill-set that can be successfully applied to other media. In addition, this book focuses very strongly on practical usage, making sure the artist is able to assimilate the steps presented here into a cohesive working process. (Fourth printing, September 2011) 241 Pages · 2010 · 45.38 MB · English

When we try to draw a person, we typically confront various challenges: The proportions need to be correct, the attitude must be clear and vivid, and the face should show resemblance and be expressive. Doing this takes courage. 194 Pages · 2017 · 12.57 MB · English

The United States House of Representatives Select Committee investigating the January 6th, 2021 attack on the Capitol released the 845-page final report into the effort to overturn the 2020 election by President Donald J. Trump. This is the Final Report of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol.

In the rapidly advancing world of finance, mastering the fusion of quantitative analysis and cutting-edge technology is no longer an option but a necessity. “Financial Analyst: A Comprehensive Applied Guide to Quantitative Finance in 2024” is your ultimate roadmap to navigating this complex landscape. Written with the ambition to bridge the gap between theoretical finance models and their real-world applications, this guide is an essential resource for anyone looking to excel in the fields of algorithmic trading, options trading, and beyond.

Financial Risk Management presents an in-depth look at banking risk on a global scale, including comprehensive examination of the U.S. Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review, and the European Banking Authority stress tests. Written by the leaders of global banking risk products and management at SAS, this book provides the most up-to-date information and expert insight into real risk management. 712 Pages · 2015 · 20.25 MB · English

A “sweeping” (Entertainment Weekly) novel of America’s forgotten leading lady, the central figure of a movement that defined a nation—from the New York Times bestselling author of The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post.

Her parents, Harry and Zara, are distraught; for the last seventeen years, they’ve done everything for their beloved only daughter and now she’s gone.
The police have no leads, and Harry and Zara are growing increasingly frantic, although they are both dealing with it in very different ways. Increasingly obsessed with their highly suspicious neighbour who won’t open the door or answer any questions, they are both coming to the same conclusion. If they want answers, they’re going to have to take the matter into their own hands.