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There's something for everyone in our alphabetized gallery of 2023 Booktique Awards Honorees.
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There's something for everyone in our alphabetized gallery of 2023 Booktique Awards Honorees.
This magnificent book conveys the amazing diversity of African textiles, from the geometric-patterned kente cloths of Ghana, to the multicolor raffia skirts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, to the beaded barkcloths once reserved for Ugandan royalty. The African continent is home to numerous outstanding textile traditions, many dating to antiquity and all playing a multifaceted role in their respective societies. Written by leading experts in the field, the authoritative text is illustrated with over 300 superlative textiles beautifully reproduced to allow the reader to appreciate each individual fiber. A landmark volume on one of the world’s major art forms, this book is published in homage to the master African textile artists of the past, and to provide a design resource for new generations of artists and textile workers worldwide.
In creating this landmark volume, photographer Annie Leibovitz drew on more than 40 years of work, starting with the photojournalism she did for Rolling Stone magazine in the 1970s through the conceptual portraits she made for Vanity Fair and Vogue. She selected iconic images as well as portraits that had rarely, if ever, been seen before, while covering political and cultural history, from Queen Elizabeth II and Richard Nixon to Laurie Anderson and Lady Gaga. The project was first published by Taschen in 2014 as an oversized “SUMO” edition that weighed in at 57 pounds. This newly packaged 2022 edition offers the same epic photography collection in a smaller—but still fabulously oversized—format.
AphroChic invites you into the intimate spaces of actors and musicians, the creative studios of artists and curators, the “boss” homes of entrepreneurs and executives, and “off-the-beaten-path” homes that defy the stereotypes of urban living. Tour the creative and culturally infused Washington, DC, rowhouse of author Jason Reynolds. Take in the bursts of color and layers of memory that fill the Harlem Renaissance-inspired interior of renowned chef Alexander Smalls. And get inspired by the design of actor Danielle Brooks and her husband Dennis Gelin’s Brooklyn townhome, where Haitian heritage and South Carolina roots meet. Showcasing the amazing diversity of the Black experience through striking interiors, stories of family and community, and histories exploring the obstacles Black homeowners have faced for generations, this groundbreaking book honors the journey, recognizes the struggle, and celebrates the joy that is the Black family home.
Beyond Bold invites us into the lush, striking designs of Oehme, van Sweden, the landscape architecture firm that’s been creating extraordinary outdoor spaces for nearly 50 years while building a reputation for sustainable design. From private gardens and pools to the expansive Tippet Rise Art Center in rural Montana to urban oases like the Chicago and New York Botanical Gardens, the featured projects are masterpieces of both horticulture and hardscape. With 320 pages of vibrant photographs and detailed project plans, Beyond Bold is an image-rich study of some of the most geographically and stylistically diverse landscape projects in the world.
This richly illustrated book accompanied the first-ever exhibition curated by Claudia Schiffer, who brings together the legendary fashion photographers, designers and supermodels, whose visions captivated fashion’s most illustrious decade. Spectacular images by legendary photographers are shown alongside unseen material from Schiffer’s private archive, while insightful essays by the fashion industry’s leading lights reveal the secrets of a decade, which continues to have a strong influence on the fashion culture of today.
In Chasing the Mountain Light, Australian photographer David Neilson recounts his lifelong quest to capture the mountain light and encourage the preservation of wild places. This oversize volume includes more than 150 large-format black and white images of jagged peaks, massive glaciers, and hardy wildlife, plus seven vertical double-page images that invite readers to turn the book sideways to immerse themselves in the mountain heights. Areas covered in this spectacular book, a book which will delight all lovers of wild outdoor places, include South West Tasmania, Patagonia, Antarctica, the Alps of Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and the Karakoram mountains in Pakistan.
Few people know the lives of flamingos better than Claudio Contreras Koob; the Mexican science educator and writer has been fascinated by them since childhood. This photo book is his very personal declaration of love for these unique birds, and combines inspiration with in-depth knowledge.
Mid-air images, archival boards, and contributions from such influential skaters as Tony Hawk and Mimi Knoop drive this visually stunning compilation of graphics, graffiti, clothing, music, counterculture, and diverse voices charting the dynamic evolution of skateboarding.
This book does for the cookbook what Bronx-based culinary collective Ghetto Gastro has been doing for the food world in general—disrupt, expand, reinvent, and stamp it with their unique point of view. Ghetto Gastro sits at the intersection of food, music, fashion, visual arts, and social activism. Now they bring their multidisciplinary approach to a cookbook, with nourishing recipes that are layered with waves of crunch, heat, flavor, and umami. Part cookbook, part manifesto, Ghetto Gastro Presents Black Power Kitchen combines 75 mostly plant-based, layered-with-flavor recipes with immersive storytelling, diverse voices, and striking images and photographs that celebrate Black food and Black culture, and inspire larger conversations about race, history, food inequality, and how eating well can be a pathway to personal freedom and self-empowerment.
Great Women Painters brings together the work of over three hundred artists, spanning sixty countries and five centuries as well as countless movements, genres, and techniques. The lives documented in this volume include painters who worked despite the denial of formal training or entry into artistic guilds based on gender and class, those who history overlooked in spite of their achievements, those who found acclaim later in life, and those who have been revered within their own time. Each artist’s entry is illustrated by one key painting and accompanied by an introductory text. Arranged from A to Z by surname, Great Women Painters reveals and champions a more diverse story of art, preserving and upholding the vital creativity of women painters of the past, present, and future.
Everyone loves Harry and his heroic fashion sense. Part innovation, part homage, the clothes he wears form a lesson in rock'n'roll fashion history, at times taking inspiration from rebel legends, including Kurt Cobain, Marc Bolan, Prince, and Little Richard, whose iconic outfits blazed a trail back in the day and showed a new way of wearing it well. Today, Harry's distinct influence on 21st century fashion helps pioneer a radical inclusivity: he shows how everyone is welcome, and everyone can wear what they love. This visual and informative book is a compendium of exactly what it is that Harry loves to wear.
This book presents innovative examples of hidden architecture: buildings that are designed to disappear into their surroundings or hide in plain sight. Buildings can be buried underground, hidden among trees, covered with greenery, or even sunk into the sea. They can be covered with mirrors to reflect their surroundings, disappear beneath an urban plaza, or squeeze in behind solid walls. Hidden Architecture examines projects from around the world that are cleverly disguised but still beautifully detailed and exquisite in their execution.
Spanning the history of hip-hop jewelry, from the 1980s to today, Ice Cold is a stunning compilation of storytelling and visuals. Hundreds of extraordinary images of every major hip-hop artist on record celebrate how “Ice” has become a proclamation of identity and self-expression. Starting with Run-DMC’s gold Adidas pendants and Eric B. & Rakim’s ostentatious dookie rope chains and Mercedes medallions, the jewelry then transforms from street style into a booming design culture. The hip-hop tradition of “show up and show out” reaches new heights with artists like Pharrell Williams, Jay-Z, Gucci Mane, and Cardi B, whose over-the-top pieces integrate unique pop culture references, unconventional materials, and enduring artist collaborations. Glittering jewels are the shining statement of a collective identity: unapologetic, charismatic, and street savvy. Ice Cold goes beyond the ostentatious bling to reveal a transformative story that is loud and proud.
Jimi is the ultimate tribute to the greatest guitar player in rock and roll history. This comprehensive visual celebration, which is an official collaboration with Jimi’s sister, Janie Hendrix, and John McDermott of Experience Hendrix L.L.C., features an introduction by Janie, extensive biographical texts, and a trove of lesser-known and never-before-published photographs, personal memorabilia, lyrics, and more. Additionally, Jimi includes quotations by legendary musicians, such as Paul McCartney, Ron Wood, Jeff Beck, Lenny Kravitz, Drake, Dave Grohl, and others who have spoken about Hendrix’s lasting influence.
Join Kinfolk on a journey off the beaten track, to islands big and small, in this collection of eighteen new travel stories. Kinfolk Islands is full of vibrant photography, practical guidance and thoughtful reflections on why the idea of an island embodies so many of our travel fantasies. There are the charms of urban islands, including Montréal’s beloved Mile End neighborhood. Truly unexpected destinations, like Hormuz, off the coast of Iran, with its psychedelic scenery and bohemian spirit. Italy’s sun-soaked Ponza, perfect for languid afternoons. And some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, from jungle-fringed Caribbean sands to rugged and remote Nordic shores.
Black participation in American film has a vibrant yet widely overlooked history. Since the dawn of the medium, Black performers, directors, and producers have helped define American cinema. This stunning book examines how Black film artists such as Bert Williams, Hattie McDaniel, and Oscar Micheaux, to name just a few, not only developed an enduring independent tradition but also transformed mainstream Hollywood by representing Black experiences in all their robust complexity.
Learn how to make planet-friendly choices at home with the design editors behind Remodelista.com. This hardworking visual guide reveals a personalized, future-minded approach to creating a sustainable—and stylish—home by emphasizing conscientious consumerism and climate-aware choices. You’ll visit a remodeled apartment inspired by the Slow Food movement, a DIY tree-house cabin, a multigenerational courtyard compound, and a family home built from hemp. You’ll also find best practices on how to reduce your environmental impact room by room. Change begins in the home, and it’s inspiring to learn how such steps, no matter how small, contribute to the greater good.
From the first detailed drawing of the moon to the depiction of stem cells, this collection of scientific illustrations traces the visual history of knowledge from the 15th century to today. Explore here the work of more than 700 scientists and over 300 discoveries in anatomy, physics, chemistry, astronomy, mechanics, and many other scientific fields, through the visual works that bring them to life, combined with detailed texts explaining their scientific significance. This book is for everyone who is continually amazed by the wonders of our world and our advances in scientific understanding.
The Explorer’s Library combines the two New York Times bestselling guides from Atlas Obscura, the community-driven, editor-curated website. One of the guides, Atlas Obscura, features hundreds of unexpected entries that cover all corners of the globe, expanding our sense of how strange and marvelous it really is. The other guide, Gastro Obscura, transforms our sense of what people around the world eat and drink, touching on history, culture, travel, festivals, and more. Packaged together in an elegant slipcase, they are the perfect gift for the person who lets curiosity be their compass, who is alive to the world in all its possibilities.
Step inside beautiful rolling homes designed for life on the road. Brimming with evocative storytelling and hundreds of photographs showcasing handsome interiors and stunning landscapes, here are more than 35 stories from solo travelers, couples, and families who traded the comforts of a rooted life for ever-changing vistas and eye-opening experiences. An inspiring gift for travelers, design enthusiasts, and anyone who yearns for adventure, The Modern Caravan is an exhilarating call to follow your heart and create a life filled with love and beauty—wherever your journey takes you.
From the glittering gowns of her youth to the vibrant block colors she sported in her later years, Queen Elizabeth II always understood the power of fashion, carefully crafting a signature style for which she became globally renowned. In The Queen: 70 Years of Majestic Style, Bethan Holt uncovers the stories behind Queen Elizabeth's most memorable outfits and speaks to the designers who created the iconic pieces that made up a look that was, unmistakeably, Her Majesty's own.
The Space Shuttle tells the story of NASA’s amazing Space Shuttle program and its 140 space flights, all in one rich and beautiful photographic journey. Each mission has its own fascinating story, and The Space Shuttle retells these stories in chronological order through incredible photos taken by NASA photojournalists, fine art photographers, and the astronauts themselves. Each image is accompanied by a short text that includes quick facts such as crew members, launch date, and landing date, as well as a short overview of highlights and purpose.
Always a defender of artistic and literary creation, Vogue Paris makes fashion a cultural and societal topic as much as an object of fantasy. Through photographs, drawings, and magazines, this visually engaging history of the magazine highlights how the 100-year-old fashion authority plays a major and singular role in the diffusion of Parisian style.
Edited by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert
From the minds of Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert (directors of Everything Everywhere All At Once), this companion book to their Oscar-winning film is a wild journey through the five prevailing multiverse theories, as told by a wide-ranging group of writers, scientists, and illustrators. Featuring a foreword by Ted Chiang, an alternate opening to the film, an original essay by Sasha Sagan, and excerpted writing from Jorge Luis Borges, Alan Watts, and David Eagleman, the book also includes short stories, interviews, original illustrations by 11 artists, and more.
Retail Price: $52
Details: Hardcover, 160 pages, 12” x 9”
Publisher: A24
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