Why on do cars have the same symmetry as dragonflies? Is there really a beautiful swirling pattern lurking in every dripping tap? What do insect eggs have in common with planets, and why? In this exquisite book, the smallest and most concise on the subject, designer David Wade introduces the main principles of symmetry, and shows how, despite opinions over exactly what it is, symmetry can be found in almost every corner of science, nature and human culture.

A definitive look at how geometry changed the world of art forever.

Geometry & Art follows the artists of the Renaissance, whose search for perspective and visual depth led them to the study of geometry. Influencing the work of artists such as Paulo Uccello, Piero della Francesco, and Leonardo Da Vinci, this breakthrough quickly spread to Germany, where a passion for polyhedral-based geometrical designs flourished as a distinct new art in the mid-16th century.

A period of enormous political and cultural change, the Renaissance empowered artists to draw upon a blossoming revival of classical art, philosophy, and culture. At the same time, a wealth of new ideas and concepts were flowing into Europe from the Islamic Middle East. And it was this flood of revolutionary new thought that would lead to the syntheses of mathematics, geometry, and art that characterizes the painting, sculpture and visual language of the Renaissance.

This authoritative volume uses engaging text, compelling historical accounts, and 250 beautiful illustrations to immerse readers in the fundamental Renaissance forms which, although conceived over five-hundred years ago, still have the capacity to awe and inspire us with their beauty.

Symmetry underlies almost every aspect of nature and our experience of the world, from the subatomic realms of quantum mechanics to the equations of physics, in art, architecture and our concepts of morality and justice. In this little book Welsh writer and artist David Wade paints a picture of one of the most elusive and pervasive concepts known to man.

This all new collection of prayers will involve each member of your congregation in an informal, first-person personal style that both demands individual accountability (which corporate prayer too often allows us to avoid), and encourages the sense of community upon which Christian worship is built -- affirming that, as we gather for worship, we are both individual seekers and believers and also the Body of Christ.

Included are original Prayers of Confession for each Sunday, and special days, throughout the church year, developed as a result of the author's nearly twenty years in campus and parish ministries. Whether read aloud or contemplated silently, these tried and proven prayers will add a freshly honest, contemporary texture to your Sunday morning worship -- or provide meaningful insight for Bible study classes and personal devotions.

David L. Wade is pastor of the First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, of Rock Springs, Wyoming. He is a graduate of Hanover College, Hanover, Indiana; Eden Theological Seminary, Webster Groves, Missouri; and Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana. In addition to serving parishes of the United Church of Christ in Indiana, he was an Ecumenical Campus Minister at Ball State University for thirteen years prior to assuming his present position.

30 Unique Designs to Color Dozens of coloring pages designed for adults Garden Designs, Animals, Mandalas, and Paisley Patterns Each coloring page is designed to help relax and inspire The variety of pages ensure something for every skill level Use your choice of coloring tool (pens, pencils, markers, crayons) Each coloring page is on a separate sheet

Business experts, business economists, and organizational psychologists agree that a specific business strategy must be chosen for a corporation to excel. Beyond the strategy, companies must have a performance measurement system that ties every aspect of the organization - from the boardroom to the factory floor - to the strategy. In their book 'Corporate Performance Management', noted authors David Wade and Ron Recardo show companies how to craft a strategic focus and create sound business strategy by using a unique and pragmatic performance-measurement system. Concepts in the book are illustrated by 'real world' case studies. It provides tools and techniques to show how to apply the concepts within an organization. David Wade is the director of performance measurement for Aetna, Inc., and the author of several business-related books and articles. Ron Recardo is the founder and managing partner of The Catalyst Consulting Group, L.L.C. The author of several articles and books, he is a frequent speaker at meetings of professional associations, trade groups, and senior executives.

The Space-Travelling Microwave is the first exciting adventure in The Incredible Adventures of Timmy, Molly, & Jack series for children aged 7-10. Follow Timmy, Molly, and Jack to the depths of the known universe and beyond. Encountering weird and wonderful aliens and strange new worlds. Will they make it back in time for school? You'll have to find out.

When Timmy's quirky, mad-scientist neighbour invites him over to see his latest groundbreaking invention, Timmy braces for disaster. After all, Jack's past creations have a reputation for spectacular failures-most exploding on first use.

But this time, Jack's creation isn't just another dud. It's a teleportation machine, made from an old microwave with a lightbulb slapped on top. Against all odds, it actually works-and it's about to turn Timmy's world upside down.

In the blink of an eye, Timmy and his fearless school friend Molly are swept into a pulse-pounding adventure that takes them across the galaxy. From dodging alien dangers to uncovering mysteries among the stars, this unexpected journey will test their courage, friendship, and wits like never before.

Hold on tight-Timmy and Molly's cosmic escapade is about to begin!

Timmy, Molly, and Jack are back!
The Decimation of Yanus 5 is the second book in The Incredible Adventures of Timmy, Molly, & Jack series for children aged 7-10. A peaceful planet enslaved. An evil alien race who will stop at nothing. And three humans who will fight for justice. Follow Timmy, Molly, and Jack in this high-stakes adventure across the cosmos.

Timmy's week at school was a disaster. Miss Kerrville had hit him with lunchtime detention for the rest of the year, and his classmates were relentless, teasing him nonstop for being friends with Molly. It felt like nothing could break the cycle of misery.

Then Jack showed up with an irresistible escape plan-a trip to Yanus 5, a magical paradise planet where they could leave all their worries behind. Crystal-clear skies, endless adventure, and no Miss Kerrville-what could go wrong?

But Yanus 5 isn't the perfect getaway they imagined. The planet is under attack by the ruthless Troglodytes, leaving destruction in their wake. Paradise is turning into a nightmare, and only Timmy, Molly, and Jack stand a chance of stopping the chaos.

Armed with courage, quick thinking, and just a touch of luck, the trio must face their biggest challenge yet: saving a dying planet from total ruin. Will they rise to the occasion, or will Yanus 5 fall into darkness forever? The adventure of a lifetime awaits!

The Memory Modification Device is another exciting adventure in The Incredible Adventures of Timmy, Molly, & Jack series for children aged 7-10. Follow Timmy, and Molly, as they take on the evil Troglodyte, Emperor Zorb who has taken Jack's memories in an attempt to recreate his space travelling microwave and take over the galaxy. Will Timmy and Molly be able to stop him? Will they manage to return Jack's memories? There's only one way to find out

Weeks have passed since their last wild escapade, and Jack is still missing on Yanus 5. Timmy tries not to worry-Jack has a knack for surviving the impossible. But with his own problems piling up, like dodging the relentless wrath of Miss Kerrville and her increasingly cruel lunchtime detentions, Timmy's longing for adventure grows stronger by the day.

Then, Jack suddenly reappears... but something is seriously off. His usual spark is gone, replaced by a chilling emptiness. It doesn't take long for Timmy and Molly to uncover the terrifying truth: Jack's memories have been stolen by none other than the sinister Troglodyte Emperor Zorb.

Now, it's up to Timmy and Molly to do the impossible-restore Jack's memories, outsmart the Troglodytes, and face the fearsome Emperor Zorb in a final showdown. With danger around every corner and the fate of the galaxy on the line, their most daring adventure yet is about to begin. Can they save Jack and stop Zorb before it's too late? Time is ticking!