Macaulay lives with his family in Vermont. 'Motel of the Mysteries' is an excellent reminder to keep our perspective as we study ancient cultures and peoples - a reminder that scientists are fallible humans like anyone else. A graduate of and former teacher at the Rhode Island School of Design, Mr. Motel of the Mysteries David Macaulay David Macaulay is a brilliant illustrator and author whose many books illuminate the workings of humankinds technological achievements. In 2006 he was the recipient of a MacArthur Fellowship, given to 'to encourage people of outstanding talent to pursue their own creative, intellectual, and professional inclinations.' Superb design, magnificent illustrations, and clearly presented information distinguish all of his books. Other awards he has received include the Boston GlobeHorn Book Award, the Christopher Award, an American Institute of Architects Medal, the Washington Children's Book Guild Nonfiction Award, the Deutscher Jugendliteraturpreis, and a Dutch Silver Slate Pencil Award. Back to home page See More Details about 'Motel of the Mysteries by David Macaulay (1979, Trade. WHERE: Centennial F Hyatt Regency (HR) A rich range of new approaches has reinvigorated the study of Greek and Roman mystery cults.

Triumphal arch A monumental archway, often erected in permanent material as a commemorative structure Inchangeable gateway Two entrances capable of being put in place of each other that may be a gate Obscure Not clear or plain Unprecedented mediocrity Something that can be weird Adjacent excavation Close or near Thunderstruck Overcome with consternation: astounded Contemplated To think about doing something or not Libation Putting out of liquid in honor of a deity Quivering To shake with a slight but rapid Sarcophagus Stone coffin, bearing sculpture, inscription, etc.David Macaulay is the author and illustrator of many exciting and unusual books for readers of all ages, including the international bestseller The New Way Things Work Caldecott Medal-winner Black and White, and Caldecott Honor Award-winners Castle and Cathedral and Building Big, the companion book to the successful PBS Series. Motel of the Mysteries Format: Paperback Macaulay, David Published by Harper Collins Publishers (1979) ISBN 10: 0395284252 ISBN 13: 9780395284254 New Softcover Quantity: > 20 Seller: INDOO (Avenel, NJ, U.S.A.) Rating Seller Rating: Book Description Condition: New.

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