Bookbinding

Many people have heard the terms “Hillbilly” and “Redneck” and had laughed at jokes and stories about them or have just thought the jokes were just mean and not funny at all. The problem with any jokes about a group of people is that they are stereotyping that group without knowing what that group of people really is. Many stereotypes are made to put a whole group of people down by overgeneralize each person in that group. The stereotype of the ‘Hillbilly” and “Redneck” are referring to the…

The fifteenth-century marked the beginning of a revolutionary technology that once more evolved the way in which humans communicate. Johannes Gutenberg’s invention of the printing press in the 1450’s would lead to a more knowledgeable and informed society. In the aftermath of the printing press’s discovery, its influence would affect many areas of human existence. A religious reformation would inform its followers, geographical exploration would open new horizons, and the spread of literature…

Upon opening in 1919, courses included bookbinding, printmaking, weaving, and metalwork. Painting, sculpture, pottery and cabinet making were added the following year. In 1921 Dutch designer Theo van Doesburg visits Bauhaus encouraging the move away from emotional art to something that could be…

attaching objects with the use of thread and needle. Previously, sewing was carried out by hand but it was in the 19th century that sewing machines were invented resulting n the production of sewn objects such as household linens, clothing, upholstery, bookbinding and shoemaking. There are different varieties of sewing machine available in the recent times among which the industrial sewing machine deserves a special mention. Prior to knowing what an industrial sewing machine is, you must know…

“The picture of Dorian Gray” was originally published in Lippincots monthly magazine in June 1890. The novel is gothic melodrama, with elements of the comedy of manners-genre and is written according to the end of the Victorian era. Crafted in brilliant prose, the book is of lasting importance, as a singular example of Wilde’s wit and satirical talents. The reader follows the tale of Dorian Gray, a young man, who is corrupted and poisoned by the influences around him as his soul decays. Being…

The world today is increasingly dependent on science and technology (S&T) and the question of gender and S&T becomes even more pertinent. We not only require people to contribute to the growth of S&T, we require that they understand the impact of S&T on our lives and use its products effectively. That worldwide there is a trend of fewer women participating in the growth of S&T is worrisome, as it prevents inclusive perspectives. Education is viewed as a panacea for the imbalances and a…

If you use part of your home as an office, you may be able to deduct depreciation on that part based on its business use. For information about depreciating your home office, see Publication 587. Inventory. You cannot depreciate inventory because it is not held for use in your business. Inventory is any property you hold primarily for sale to customers in the ordinary course of your business. If you are a rent-to-own dealer, you may be able to treat certain property held in your business as…