A lavishly illustrated history of the automobile - the marques, the machines, and the magic. From the first motor cars to today's supercars and environmentally-friendly electric models, this is the ultimate book about the history of the car. Packed with stunning photography, and featuring...

A long-awaited and highly intimate visual history of Versace, the glamorous and globally renowned Italian fashion house. Versace-a name that epitomizes Italian opulence, bold sexiness, and a flair for the extravagant-holds its place firmly in the fashion world as a legendary and iconic luxury...

A major survey of the Japanese designers, artisans, manufacturers and technologies that have shaped the world of modern designDesign in Japan is deeply rooted in the country's historic craft culture, profound understanding of materials and commitment to functionality. These qualities yield chairs, cups and...

A must-read for makers, tinkerers, fixers and creators, The Repair Shop's Dominic Chinea shares his knowledge and enthusiasm for the history and practical uses of tools.This book is a beautifully-illustrated celebration of 140 essential tools, their history, their unique appeal and how they are...

A new book of atmospheric landscape photographs by Dutch visual artist Saskia Boelsums, Dutch Artist of the Year 2020Her second book, and the first to include photographs taken on trips to Germany, Switzerland and New York"Boelsums' interplay of sky and light and land, her...

A new edition of the classic New York Times bestseller edited by Toni Morrison, offering an encyclopedic look at the black experience in America from 1619 through the 1940s with the original cover restored. “I am so pleased the book is alive again. I...

A new selection of letters, statements and interviews reveal the preoccupations, thoughts and ideas of Francis Bacon, one of the 20th century's most influential and important artists.The documents selected forand Francis Bacon: A Self-Portrait in Wordsand illustrate Bacon's sharp wit and ability to express...

A new way of thinking about furniture, from the international bestselling author ofand The Interior Design HandbookAward-winning blogger Frida Ramstedt shares insights and advice on how to make sure the furniture you buy doesn't just look good but is also well-made, long-lasting and, most...

A New York Times bestseller, Safari is a magical journey for the whole family. Readers, as if on African safari, encounter eight wild animals that come alive using never-before-seen Photicular technology. Each full-color image is like a 3-D movie on the page, delivering a...

A one-stop treasure trove from the experts at RHS that covers every aspect of gardening!Dreaming of having the perfect garden? Does it have a vegetable patch? Classic borders or flowers to attract wildlife? A picturesque garden for all to marvel at is achievable with...

A Photographic Pilgrimage to the Temples of ModernismSacred Modernityand documents the dramatic shift in ecclesiastical architecture across post-war Europe. Spurred on by the modernizing impulses of the Second Vatican Council in the early 1960s, and in search for an appropriate architectural language that showed...

A photographic study of more than twenty houses and the mountain landscapes, from alpine forests to urban peaks, that embrace them.Spanning continents and climates, the twenty homes presented in interior designer Nina Freudenberger's latest book challenge and expand the idea of what a mountain...

A refreshed edition of the plain-speaking yet inspirational architecture primer that encourages the reader to take a broader look at the world around us and how we might shape it.Architecture is a discipline that requires constant collaboration with the wider world, but too often...

A remarkable compendium of diverse and evocative imagery exploring the wide-ranging and profound associations of the five natural elements, masterfully curated by image alchemist and cult social media figure Stephen Ellcock.Elementsand is an eclectic, evocative and resoundingly beautiful treasury of imagery exploring depictions of...

A renowned jewelry expert recounts her career working with nature's most extraordinary treasures-gemstones-and traces these rare jewels from ancient Egyptian records through the high-stakes auctions of today.“Engaging and illuminating,and Preciousand is a master class in the history of gems. -Francesca Cartier Brickell, author ofand...

A representative selection of the work ofand some of the best ceramic artists in theand world and an insightful and visually rich book about ceramics and the origins of creativity.This book contains a representative selectionof the work of some of the best ceramic artists...

A resplendent celebration of the spectacular fashion designs of Guo Pei, China's first and preeminent couturier Guo Pei: Couture Fantasy is a journey into the imaginative world of Guo Pei, China's first courtier and one of the world's most innovative fashion designers. Guo Pei...

A richly informative and visually packed sourcebook demonstrating and explaining the function and worldwide appeal of Islamic architecture.Islamic architecture dates back 1,400 years and continues to reinvent itself up to the present day. The enormous richness of building types, regional styles, and architectural details...

A self-portrait in 154 songs, by our greatest living songwriter'More often than I can count, I've been asked if I would write an autobiography, but the time has never been right. The one thing I've always managed to do, whether at home or on...

A stunning visual celebration of cars over a century of progress!Introducingand The Story of the Car -and a historical and visual exploration of awe-inspiring automobiles over a period of one hundred years, from the first horseless carriage to driverless vehicles, this all-encompassing car book...

A stunning visual celebration of the world's aircraft and the pioneers who made a dream become reality.Introducingand Flight -and a historical and visual exploration of awe-inspiring aviation over a period of one hundred years, from the earliest aeroplane prototypes to today's supersonic jets, this...

A stunningly photographed guide to designing and styling the most used and important room in the home. Showcasing the philosophy and fundamentals of deVOL's iconic values, design principles and now widely recognised kitchen styling, this book is for anyone who values great design and...

A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER--Is a vegan diet healthier? Should I try going low-carb? Is it always a bad idea to skip a meal? Are superfoods all they're cracked up to be? Is fat still bad for you? Can I eat to improve my chances...

A super pop-up publication! 21 highly original paper jewels created by 21 contemporary designers and artist-goldsmiths for you to create and wear!and From the 1960s to today, paper has found a growing number of supporters among artists, designers and collectors around the world. In...

A unique approach to the history of art told through the story of colour and pigments.Did you know that the ultramarine that shimmers at the centre of Vermeer's Milkmaid connects that masterpiece with 6th-century Zoroastrian paintings found on the walls of cave temples in...

A unique look into the homes of London-based interior designers, antique dealers, musicians, and influencers, revealed by leading interior design photographer Simon Upton.Following the success of his first book,and New York Interiors, Simon Upton turns to London - a city in which he has...

A unique monograph of over 50 collections created by the fashion designer Marc Jacobs in the past 25 years and illustrated by Grace CoddingtonIn 2016, internationally acclaimed designer Marc Jacobs commissioned his friend and talented illustrator Grace Coddington to select and draw her personal...

A vibrant tour of Portugal, featuring more than 200 photographs that bring to life one of the most beautiful countries in the world.In this gorgeous book, writer and photographer Christine Chitnis invites you to celebrate the unique, timeless beauty of Portugal through the stunning...

A visual history of fashion that fits in the palm of your handDrawing from the extensive Textile and Fashion Arts Collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, this miniature history of European and American fashion features some 275 garments, accessories, and related works...

A vivid, inspiring look at the role of flowers and plants in interior design through the stunning, wild work of Ariella Chezar.Home in Bloomand celebrates the seamless integration of architecture, light, and natural landscapes into Ariella Chezar's floral designs. Her talent for layering colors...

A witty, candid memoir of one of Indias most talented and best-known designers. Epicurean, travel addict, voracious reader, art appreciator, astonishingly talented designerWendell Rodricks is a man who wears many hats. From growing up in a glorified Bombay chawl crowded with eccentrics, to building...

A work of art-whether it is unexpected, ground-breaking, or one of a kind-can personalize your interior and transform it into a place like no other. But actually purchasing a signature piece-or even crossing the threshold into a gallery-can be a daunting act. How can...

A world history of citrus, from the art of classical antiquity to the science of the modern era.Mandarin, citron, pomelo, bergamot, kumquat… Citrus traces the history of today's global superfood from its cultivation in the ancient world from just a handful of original wild'...

A Zen garden is the symbiotic fusion of Japanese philosophy and the art of garden design, a spiritual place of meditation and inner reflection that teaches mindfulness and brings joy to the eyes. If you want to get to know this garden culture, you...

A photographic encyclopaedia of one of the 20th century's greatest creators'and The Business of FashionFounded by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Berge in 1961, shortly after the young couturier left his post at the helm of Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent would soon become...

A simply outstanding book' Astonishing' [A] rich treasure-trove of photographs of objects' The book truly is a delight, and is a book of the ancestors' in a very real sense.' Highly recommended.'and - Sacred Hoop Magazine, March 2022Stonehenge is one of the best known,...

Combines the natural history of programmes such as David Attenborough'sand Planet Earthand with the planetary focus of Brian Cox'sand Universe'and GuardianA beautiful, full colour book to accompany the 5 part BBC TV series telling the most important story of all, the deep history of...

The go-to for all things Vuitton'and TatlerFounded as a luxury leather goods house in 1854, Louis Vuitton was for many decades one of the world's leading trunk and accessories makers. It was after launching its first fashion collections in 1998, however, that the house...

The perfect printed tool for Prada fans everywhere'and Wallpaper*Founded as a luxury leather goods house in 1913 in Milan, Prada entered the field of fashion when Miuccia Prada took the helm of the family company in 1979. After initially focusing exclusively on accessories, she...

This is as clear a piece of writing about the experience of looking at a great painting as I have ever read … Gayford seems to have seen everything and thought deeply about all of it' Andrew Marr,and New Statesman'If you are someone who...

“Ambiguous work. Where can we start? , wrote the art historian Oscar Schürer in the historic series Junge Kunst about Pablo Picasso's multi - faceted oeuvre back in 1927. Picasso, who was investigating Surrealism at the time, was regarded as a genius even then...

“Debbie Millman has become a singular voice in the world of intimate, enlightening conversations. She has demonstrated time, and again, why design matters. -Roxane Gay, from the forewordOver the course of her popular podcast's fifteen-year reign, Debbie Millman has interviewed more than 400 creative...

“Gems and Jewels: The Religions of Pakistan and Dr Amineh Hoti opens the door to take the reader on a voyage of discovery of the untold story of pakistan; the story of a relatively young nation whose rich plural heritage has endowed it with...

Acclaimed interior designer to the A-list, Kathryn M Ireland celebrates 30 years of decorating inand A Life in Design.Organized by location, the book takes an overview of the interiors Kathryn has designed over the past 30 years, including her own homes in Los Angeles,...

Achieve a luscious garden all year round with this best-selling, easy-to-follow guide for novice gardeners from BBCand Gardener's Worldand writer Ian Spence.Find out when the best time is for pruning rose bushes, when your potatoes will be ready to harvest, how to keep your...

Additional digital content in conjunction with the teNeues app, available exclusively with the bookCurated by best-selling author and watch expert Gisbert L. BrunnerIncludes numerous new models and references, e.g. anniversary editions of the Submariner (70 years) and the Daytona (60 years)The indisputable standard work...

After the runaway success of the firstand Pakistan Beauty andamp; Splendorand coffee-table book published in 2019, Paramount Books now presents its second edition.and A captivating and awe-inspiring account of Pakistan's unique natural wonders,and Pakistan: Beauty and Splendourand 2nd Edand presents a splendid collection of...

Alongside the two coffee-table books,and Denimand andand Animal Dressesand in the new seriesand It's All AboutIt's All About Dressesand is a tribute to the outlandish and beautiful world of dressesIt's All About Dressesand is the third volume of Suzanne Middlemass' street style series. As...

Alternative Realities“Video games are to the twenty-first cetury what movies were to the twentieth century and novels to the nineteenth century. - HANS ULRICH OBRISTWORLDBUILDING: Gaming and Art in the Digital Ageand examines the relationship between gaming and time-based media art. It is the...

America's original-and long considered its best-sports car, the Chevrolet Corvette is fast, sexy, sleek, sublime. The legacy of the Corvette is matched only by its beauty, captured here like never before.Art of the Corvetteand profiles two dozen Corvettes from all seven generations, beginning with...