Download or read book Steampunk LEGO written by Guy Himber and published by No Starch Press. This book was released on 2014-11-07 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Filled with dirigibles and floating cities, penny-farthings and pirate ships, curiosities and robots galore, Steampunk LEGO is an illustrated collection of Victorian-era sci-fi treasures, all built from LEGO. Curated by award-winning LEGO builder and special effects master Guy Himber, this full-color coffee table book showcases an eclectic variety of models designed by dozens of the world’s best LEGO artists. Grab your brass goggles and join fictional explorer Sir Herbert Jobson as he travels the world cataloguing its technological wonders for Queen Victoria. His entertaining descriptions of an imaginative alternate history bring these delightful LEGO models to swashbuckling life.

Download or read book Quantum Steampunk written by Nicole Yunger Halpern and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2022-04-12 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Industrial Revolution meets the quantum-technology revolution! A steampunk adventure guide to how mind-blowing quantum physics is transforming our understanding of information and energy. Victorian era steam engines and particle physics may seem worlds (as well as centuries) apart, yet a new branch of science, quantum thermodynamics, reenvisions the scientific underpinnings of the Industrial Revolution through the lens of today's roaring quantum information revolution. Classical thermodynamics, understood as the study of engines, energy, and efficiency, needs reimagining to take advantage of quantum mechanics, the basic framework that explores the nature of reality by peering at minute matters, down to the momentum of a single particle. In her exciting new book, intrepid Harvard-trained physicist Dr. Nicole Yunger Halpern introduces these concepts to the uninitiated with what she calls "quantum steampunk," after the fantastical genre that pairs futuristic technologies with Victorian sensibilities. While readers follow the adventures of a rag-tag steampunk crew on trains, dirigibles, and automobiles, they explore questions such as, "Can quantum physics revolutionize engines?" and "What deeper secrets can quantum information reveal about the trajectory of time?" Yunger Halpern also describes her own adventures in the quantum universe and provides an insider's look at the work of the scientists obsessed with its technological promise. Moving from fundamental physics to cutting-edge experimental applications, Quantum Steampunk explores the field's aesthetic, shares its whimsy, and gazes into the potential of a quantum future. The result is a blast for fans of science, science fiction, and fantasy.

Download or read book Steampunk London written by Helena Esser and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2024-07-25 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tracing the genre through fiction, visual art, film and videogames from the 1980s to the present, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between neo-Victorianism, urban spaces and Steampunk. Characterised by its interplay between past and present and its anachronistic retro-speculation, Neo-Victorian-infused Steampunk remixes modern collective memory to produce a re-imagined vision of Victorian London. Investigating how Steampunk's re-calibrated Londons both source from and subvert Victorian discourse about the city, Steampunk London offers a deeper understanding of how a popular cultural memory of the Victorian past is shaped and transmitted in light of present-day identity politics. Covering key themes including retrofuturism, gender and sexuality, colonialism and postcolonialism, it considers such ideas as how early Steampunk synthesizes Victorian urban ethnography; how Victorian urban Gothic shapes shared transmedia memory to challenge reactionary, nostalgic meta-narratives; how Steampunk video games mobilize urban space as an immersive storytelling device with cities open to play; and how Steampunk interprets the modern metropolis as an opportunity for feminist and queer agency. Through examination of Victorian-era writers from Charles Dickens to Arthur Conan Doyle, the book digs into works of fiction and media alike, looking at The Difference Engine, Soulless, and The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, From Hell, Guy Ritchie's Sherlock Holmes, cyberpunk classic Blade Runner, and Assassin's Creed: Syndicate and The Order 1886. An important intervention in the study of steampunk, Helena Esser demonstrates how the works explored invite participatory consumption and considers the genre's potential- and failures- to interrogate and challenge our relationship with the Victorian past.

Download or read book Enchanted Halloween written by Hannah Lynn and published by Permuted Press. This book was released on 2017-08-29 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An enchanting Halloween adventure awaits you in this ghoulish coloring book from artist Hannah Lynn. Trick or Treat! Witches, Vampires, Fairies, Trick or Treaters, and more are ready to be brought to life with color! Hannah Lynn’s whimsical drawings have been delighting fans around the world for close to a decade. This latest coloring book from the celebrated artist features 60 pages of all new designs perfect for the Halloween season! To learn more about Hannah Lynn, please visit HannahLynn.com

Download or read book The Immersion Book of Steampunk written by Gareth D. Jones and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join the "Immersion Book of Steampunk" for an expedition through a new age of glorious industry. Encounter suffragette air-pirates, the art-deco terror of imperial skies, unwrap the bullet-proof magic of a cynical prince, or discover the dark, ensorcelled secrets of evolutionary public engineering.

Download or read book Steampunk Emporium written by Jema Hewitt and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-05-26 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a most extraordinary expedition Make haste and pack your bags right away — you're not going to want to delay this charming adventure! Whilst perusing the pages of Steampunk Emporium, the harrowing antics of Miss Emily Ladybird will engage you in the most enchanting of worlds. Join her as she records the adventures of intergalactic space pirates, undersea voyagers and Jurassic explorers — all the while, dabbling in the details of which baubles best benefit the venturesome class. Discover within: • 20 beautiful and whimsical designs accompanied by detailed step-by-step images and meticulous instruction. • Projects ranging from decadent jewelry, medals of great distinction, wine charms for imbibers and many devices of note. • Superb instruction for a variety of jewelry, polymer clay and mixed media techniques you can use in all your adornment escapades. Let Steampunk Emporium outfit you for the unabashed adventure of a lifetime!

Download or read book A Whimsy Girls Christmas Coloring Book written by Hannah Lynn and published by Permuted Press. This book was released on 2017-10-17 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An enchanting winter holiday adventure awaits you in this cute & festive coloring book from artist Hannah Lynn! Merry Christmas from the Whimsy Girls! Mermaids, Angels, Christmas Cuties, & more illustrations from celebrated artist Hannah Lynn are awaiting your creative eye. This latest coloring book features 60 pages of Christmas themed drawings for you to enjoy. Also included is a fun bonus “Design your own Christmas Sweater” page where you get the chance to design and decorate one of the whimsy girl’s festive Christmas sweater! To learn more about Hannah Lynn, please visit HannahLynn.com.

Download or read book Piddlestixs Teatime Tiara s and Vintage Whimsy Vol 5 written by Lisa Kettell and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-01-13 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is the latest installment of Piddlestixs

Download or read book Steampunk Unveiled A Comprehensive Guide To The Genre written by www.steampunkvault.com and published by www.steampunkvault.com. This book was released on with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Steampunk Unveiled is a comprehensive guide that explores the world of steampunk, a popular genre that combines elements of alternate history, retro-futurism, and Victorian fashion. In this book, readers will discover the essence of steampunk and its diverse subgenres, such as gaslamp fantasy. They will delve into the rich art, literature, and music that define the steampunk culture and learn about iconic films, tabletop role-playing games, and DIY projects. The book also explores the philosophical underpinnings, community, and environmental values embraced by the steampunk subculture. As readers journey through the chapters, they will gain an understanding of the future of steampunk and how to incorporate its unique style into their everyday lives.

Download or read book Steampunk Style Jewelry written by Jean Campbell and published by Quarto Publishing Group USA. This book was released on 2011-01-04 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to create one-of-kind pieces that marry romance, technology, and attitude—including a Time Travelers Necklace, Gearrings, and more. This how-to jewelry-making book features the work of an array of invited jewelry designers influenced by the growing Steampunk trend. In Steampunk circles, jewelry-makers are often master metalsmiths who combine found objects with fine metals to create elaborate pieces. In Steampunk Style Jewelry, the projects focus on “no fire” techniques—like simple stringing, wirework, hammering, stamping, gluing, stitching, and off-loom beadwork—so that even a beginner can create pieces in the style. Each project provides a complete materials and tools list, step-by-step instructions, and clear illustrations. This book offers a broad overview of a growing design trend that is part of the literary, industrial design, fashion, and popular culture scene. Readers will learn about the art movement through the many photographic sidebars that explore the many aspects of the trend.

Download or read book The Year of the Geek written by James Clarke and published by Aurum Press. This book was released on 2017-10-19 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Year of the Geek is a fascinating look into geek culture. Each day will tell a different story from the sci-fi universe, from famous franchises and figures such as Star Wars, The Matrix, Peter Jackson and Luc Besson, to lesser known stories, including the French cult classic City of Lost Children, the Japanese anime Akira and bestselling German novelist, Marcus Heitz. With text written by self-confessed geek James Clarke and accompanied by over 100 infographics that have been specially commissioned for this book, The Year of the Geek celebrates all things geek in a new and intriguing way.

Download or read book Classic Style Fresh Look written by Irina Miech and published by Kalmbach Books. This book was released on 2012-11-19 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Classic and contemporary jewelry—both are showcased in Irina Miech’s amazing new book. A perfectly executed example of how the same technique can create two distinctly different styles, Miech clearly shows how the materials used determine the final look and feel of jewelry. Readers of all skill levels will enjoy 30 classic projects and 30 “fresh” variations—60 projects in all!—using simple stringing and wirework techniques.

Download or read book The Steampunk Handbook A Comprehensive Guide to the World of Steampunk written by www.steampunkvault.com and published by www.steampunkvault.com. This book was released on 2024-06-15 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Steampunk Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to the World of Steampunk The Steampunk Handbook is a captivating and informative exploration of the fascinating world of steampunk. This comprehensive guide delves into the origins and defining aesthetics of steampunk, showcasing its connection to the Victorian Era and the Industrial Revolution. Readers will be immersed in the unique fashion and clothing styles, as well as the literature, art, and technology that define the genre. From clockwork and gears to airships and steam engines, readers will discover the inventive contraptions and gadgets that make up the steampunk universe. The book also delves into the vibrant steampunk subculture, exploring the community, events, and festivals that bring enthusiasts together. Through engaging chapters on film, television, music, gaming, and architecture, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the wide-reaching influence of steampunk in popular culture. The book also explores the empowering representation of women in steampunk and the genre's relationship with science fiction. The Future of Steampunk chapter offers a glimpse into the evolving genre and its global growth, highlighting the current trends and innovations that shape its future. With its well-researched content and visually captivating illustrations, The Steampunk Handbook is a must-read for anyone intrigued by this genre that blends history with imagination.

Download or read book Dead Iron written by Devon Monk and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-07-05 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to a new America that is built on blood, sweat, and gears... In steam age America, men, monsters, machines, and magic battle for the same scrap of earth and sky. In this chaos, bounty hunter Cedar Hunt rides, cursed by lycanthropy and carrying the guilt of his brother's death. Then he's offered hope that his brother may yet survive. All he has to do is find the Holder: a powerful device created by mad devisers-and now in the hands of an ancient Strange who was banished to walk this Earth. In a land shaped by magic, steam, and iron, where the only things a man can count on are his guns, gears, and grit, Cedar will have to depend on all three if he's going to save his brother and reclaim his soul once and for all...

Download or read book Starclimber written by Kenneth Oppel and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-10-06 with total page 407 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Mr. Cruse, how high would you like to fly?" A smile soared across my face. "As high as I possibly can." Pilot-in-training Matt Cruse and Kate de Vries, expert on high-altitude life-forms, are invited aboard the Starclimber, a vessel that literally climbs its way into the cosmos. Before they even set foot aboard the ship, catastrophe strikes: Kate announces she is engaged—and not to Matt. Despite this bombshell, Matt and Kate embark on their journey into space, but soon the ship is surrounded by strange and unsettling life-forms, and the crew is forced to combat devastating mechanical failure. For Matt, Kate, and the entire crew of the Starclimber, what began as an exciting race to the stars has now turned into a battle to save their lives. Award-winning and bestselling author Kenneth Oppel brings us back to a rich world of flight and fantasy in this breathtaking new sequel to Airborn and Skybreaker.

Download or read book Steampunk and Nineteenth Century Digital Humanities written by Roger Whitson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-12-01 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Steampunk is more than a fandom, a literary genre, or an aesthetic. It is a research methodology turning history inside out to search for alternatives to the progressive technological boosterism sold to us by Silicon Valley. This book turns to steampunk's quirky temporalities to embrace diverse genealogies of the digital humanities and to unite their methodologies with nineteenth-century literature and media archaeology. The result is nineteenth-century digital humanities, a retrofuturist approach in which readings of steampunk novels like William Gibson and Bruce Sterling's The Difference Engine and Ken Liu's The Grace of Kings collide with nineteenth-century technological histories like Charles Babbage's use of the difference engine to enhance worker productivity and Isabella Bird's spirit photography of alternate history China. Along the way, Steampunk and Nineteenth-Century Digital Humanities considers steampunk as a public form of digital humanities scholarship and activism, examining projects like Kinetic Steam Works's reconstruction of Henri Giffard's 1852 steam-powered airship, Jake von Slatt's use of James Wimshurst's 1880 designs to create an electric influence machine, and the queer steampunk activism of fans appearing at conventions around the globe. Steampunk as a digital humanities practice of repurposing reacts to the growing sense of multiple non-human temporalities mediating our human histories: microtemporal electricities flowing through our computer circuits, mechanical oscillations marking our work days, geological stratifications and cosmic drifts extending time into the millions and billions of years. Excavating the entangled, anachronistic layers of steampunk practice from video games like Bioshock Infinite to marine trash floating off the shore of Los Angeles and repurposed by media artist Claudio Garzón into steampunk submarines, Steampunk and Nineteenth-Century Digital Humanities uncovers the various technological temporalities and multicultural retrofutures illuminating many alternate histories of the digital humanities.

Download or read book The Steampunk User s Manual written by Jeff VanderMeer and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2015-11-25 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive guide to Steampunk creations of all kinds offers inspiration and practical tips for bringing your own retro-futuristic visions to life. Whether you’re a newbie to the world of Steampunk, or a long-time enthusiast of airships, goggles, and mad scientists, The Steampunk User’s Manual is essential reading. The popular subgenre of science fiction has grown into a cultural movement; one that invites fans to let their imaginations go wild. In this volume, Jeff VanderMeer—the renowned expert in all things Steampunk—presents a practical and inspirational guidance for finding your own path into this realm. Including sections on art, fashion, architecture, crafts, music, performance, and storytelling, The Steampunk User's Manual provides a conceptual how-to guide on everything from the utterly doable to the completely over-the-top.