Arts & Humanities - 3 May 2007

Thirty or so years ago, I went through the Prado and was blown away by a series of ornate wooden tables in a first floor gallery topped by incredible maritime scenes formed of stone inlay. Looked positively watercolorish and I've never been able to find any information about them. My memory suggest to me that they were late 17th - mid 18th century, but it's been a while. I'd really appreciate if someone could scratch this longstanding itch. Thanks!

2007-05-03 07:29:51 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in History

Just wondering what everyone’s favorite male ballet solo or Pas de deux is? Who does it best? I love the grand Pas de deux from Don Quixote

2007-05-03 07:22:18 · 4 answers · asked by DJ Glide 2 in Dancing

I sat on the "face of britain" the typical types of face shapes and features for certain areas of britain, giving typical faces for celts, picts and saxons etc...is there anywhere you can see these to see how close to each you are?

2007-05-03 07:20:34 · 3 answers · asked by Refti 3 in Genealogy

bearing in mind the design of these ships - could they be rowed at any point and would a beat of a drum be used at anytime - like the old roman/greek ships

2007-05-03 07:19:29 · 3 answers · asked by olivier1uk 3 in History

and why?

Why did Nietzsche not like Socrates? and why was this?

2007-05-03 07:12:44 · 10 answers · asked by Alexa K 5 in Philosophy

Do we have to agree 100% with others to convince them that we accept other points of views?
Don't you think that life has more colours than black and white

2007-05-03 07:04:45 · 10 answers · asked by Wise Heart 7 in Philosophy

2007-05-03 07:04:34 · 5 answers · asked by Adham 1910 4 in Philosophy

I love Mark Twain's writing, and both of these books - and I'm wondering which would be better to refer a friend to read.

2007-05-03 07:00:05 · 10 answers · asked by Stephanie R 2 in Books & Authors

I Looking for a better knowledge of War Strategy,
Is there any other Books I should know about?
Niccolo Machiavelli Iv'e heard was good. .
The book of the 5 Rings Iv'e heard was great also.
I geuess im looking either for a better understanding Of strategy / tactics For self defence. Or a better understanding of Sun Tsu's translations.

2007-05-03 06:58:39 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Philosophy

I need help with the early history of the state including info about Native Americans populations, the first settlers, and any key events that took place! If anyone can help or reccomend a website. Thanks

2007-05-03 06:57:33 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in History

2007-05-03 06:57:30 · 1 answers · asked by alexrosalive 1 in History

It was dark. The thunder in the distance was a sure fire sign that a storm was heading this way. Not a soul walked the streets tonight. Inside an old run down church a cultist stared out the window. He was look out for the imperial scum that had run out necromancy and other cults out of the country. The black Dragon cult was well known for its "Ways" to deal with people. They were feared by all and revered by some. In the corner of the room on a small dog bed was this little baby Black Dragon.
"Their late" The cultist said.
The little Dragon bounded over to the cultist and looked up to him with her Big O' Eyes. They were kind eyes for she was still just a baby yet they were going to teach her in the dark arts once she becomes older. He picked her up.
"Oh little Katrina, why is it that its only you and me tonight? The meeting was for tonight and I know the others just dont forget something like this" He said softly to the Drakling.
She squeaked and looked at the door. Knocking...

2007-05-03 06:55:19 · 7 answers · asked by airock_54 3 in Books & Authors

2007-05-03 06:51:41 · 3 answers · asked by ljd22222 1 in History

2007-05-03 06:39:52 · 22 answers · asked by Trillium 4 in Books & Authors

okay, here it is.....


Love is like a field of flowers
so many different colors
pretty and soft
they must be treated with care
or each petal will colapse to the dirt
in time they'll be in full bloom
outshining the worms and weeds
gently swaying in the warmth of the summer breeze.

2007-05-03 06:22:56 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Books & Authors

2007-05-03 06:22:20 · 4 answers · asked by Roy Nicolas 5 in History

In the 1780s, the Nationalists organized to

a. create a unicameral legislature
b. strengthen the power of the states
c. promote the need for a stronger central government
d. fight against taxation

2007-05-03 06:17:28 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in History

what is the author trying to say to us by the use of these themes?

2007-05-03 06:09:25 · 3 answers · asked by nancy b 1 in Books & Authors

2007-05-03 06:04:13 · 6 answers · asked by Michael A 6 in Painting

2007-05-03 06:04:12 · 12 answers · asked by some guy 1 in Philosophy

2007-05-03 05:58:33 · 7 answers · asked by Ronnie 1 in History

Mid-19th Century European positivism, scientism, and realism saw the world as reducible to hard material facts. Wherein did subsequent European thought and culture construe the world differently?

2007-05-03 05:53:43 · 2 answers · asked by 2000 1 in Books & Authors

"If you were civil and knew courtesy,/You would not do me thus much injury" (act 3, scene 2) A Midsummer Night's Dream

a. Hermia only
b. Lysander and Demetrius
c. Demetrius and Hermia
d. Hermia and Lysander

2007-05-03 05:52:03 · 4 answers · asked by mama4e 2 in Theater & Acting

2007-05-03 05:42:54 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Philosophy

help me out its for one of my senior classes that i need to graduate.Thanx

2007-05-03 05:42:38 · 1 answers · asked by Katie 1 in Books & Authors

I just read this book and dont understand ...
1) The last chapter
2) How Tertuliano and Santa Clara got together with each other's wives.

Please explain, Thanks

2007-05-03 05:40:15 · 2 answers · asked by Tha A-Train 2 in Books & Authors

I've been recieving awards, and promises of my work being published in the anthology book, but I'v just been invited to Vegas, has anyone been to any of the conventions, or have any advice for me before I make the wrong move.

2007-05-03 05:19:04 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Books & Authors

Is it true that in some regards Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre is a biography of Bronte's life to some extent?

2007-05-03 04:54:02 · 6 answers · asked by Dal D 1 in Books & Authors

I don't sing nor play any musical instruments but my moves pretty cool. Problem is I don't really know how to count and my steps got off beat. I do line dance but when I dance on my own, my counting off. Any advice or any free reliable website that I can refer?

2007-05-03 04:38:41 · 7 answers · asked by Lynn 3 in Dancing

2007-05-03 04:33:59 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in History