Organized chronologically, A History of the World in 500 Maps tells a clear, linear story, bringing together themes as diverse as religion, capitalism, warfare, geopolitics, popular culture and cli...więcej »
A clear, concise and detailed historical analysis of the eclectic and beautiful visual and material culture of paganism.For more than a thousand years, a diverse range of peoples, from ...więcej »
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 Bami...więcej »
A plain speaking, jargon-free account of contemporary art that identifies key themes and approaches, providing the reader with a clear understanding of the contexts in which art is being made today...więcej »
A comprehensive design resource that reveals how the iconic chairs of the 20th and 21st centuries have been designed for mass production. Chair Anatomy reveals in photos and illustrations the form...więcej »
A fresh look at the stories at the heart of Norse mythology, exploring their cultural impact right up to the present day. The heroes and villains of Norse mythology have endured for centuries, inf...więcej »
Loosen up with a smile on your face... Marion Deuchars has practiced yoga for many years, and well knows the benefits it brings. Now she shares that passion with her illustrated character Bob the ...więcej »
The first and only book to showcase a complete sartorial history of the Oscars' red carpet. The red carpet is so much more than fabulous gowns on famous people. It reflects the styles and values o...więcej »
Vermeer's intensely quiet and enigmatic paintings invite the viewer into a private world, often prompting more questions than answers. Who is being portrayed? Are his subjects real or imagined? And...więcej »
This beautiful story is of a remarkable & brave lady, the author, who lived quite a difficult life fighting a medical condition that changed the course of her life. Some may know her as the lady wi...więcej »
Steven Heller, the world's foremost graphic-design commentator, and Lita Talarico, design educator, open up designers' personal sketchbooks to provide an intimate look at the creative processes beh...więcej »
The first comprehensive overview of Chloé’s collections presented through catwalk photography, published in collaboration with Chloé to celebrate the house’s 70th annivers...więcej »
Did you know that the Egyptians created the first synthetic colour; or that the noblest purple comes from a predatory sea snail? Throughout history, artist pigments have been made from deadly metal...więcej »
Videogame Atlas presents a journey through twelve well-known videogame worlds via panoramic maps, intricate exploded diagrams and detailed illustrations. The book offers a playful new way of seeing...więcej »
The history of textiles, more than that of any other artifact, is a history of human ingenuity. From the very earliest needles of 25,000 years ago to the smart textiles of today, textiles have been...więcej »
A revised edition of this popular history of design, updated to reflect innovations since the book's first publication in 2016.Design: The Whole Story takes a close look at the key deve...więcej »
This simply structured and highly original book analyses the palettes that have been used by designers in the creation of furnishing fabrics and wallpapers from the 15th century to the present. The...więcej »
The kingdom of fungi has survived all five major extinction events. They are the architects of the natural world, integral to all life. They sustain critical ecosystems, recycling nutrients and con...więcej »
Punk 45! is introduced (and co-edited) by Jon Savage, author of the acclaimed definitive history of punk, England's Dreaming.Contributors include Peter Saville, Richard Hell, Richard H ...więcej »
The kingdom of fungi has survived all five major extinction events. They are the architects of the natural world, integral to all life. They sustain critical ecosystems, recycling nutrients and con...więcej »