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SJ Axelby?s Interior Portraits: An Artist?s View of Designers? Living SpacesWooah this is the most sought after at the moment, and the good news is that these two books are now available on our service, would you like to read them in full ??But before reading a little synopsis first, I will include it below ... An artist?s record of the homes of 89 leading creatives from interior designers to ceramicists, antiques dealers, florists and chefs.SJ Axelby brings new life to interior portraiture, capturing in paint the favourite rooms of 89 leading creatives from interior designers to ceramicists and antiques dealers (and florists and chefs). A sumptuously illustrated record of a home or special project, each interior portrait is accompanied by a charming and quirky interview with the owner, in which we discover invaluable nuggets of design advice, cocktail choice, life hacks and so much more ? all illustrated in watercolour by SJ.There is a long tradition of painting rooms to provide a record of grand homes, giving a glimpse into the life and times of previous generations. Today there is a resurgence of interest in our living spaces, but there is no book in the tradition of illustrated room portraiture to inspire you. SJ Axelby's Interior Portraits will take you into multiple unique and  And this is as detailed as the book ... 

Author : SJ Axelby

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The OutsiderWooah this is the most sought after at the moment, and the good news is that these two books are now available on our service, would you like to read them in full ??But before reading a little synopsis first, I will include it below ... 'The sky seemed to rip apart from end to end to pour fire down upon me'Meursault will not conform. When his mother dies, he refuses to show his emotions simply to satisfy the expectations of others. And when he commits a random act of violence on a sun-drenched beach, his lack of remorse only compounds his guilt in the eyes of society and law.Albert Camus' portrayal of a man confronting the absurdity of human life became an existentialist classic. Yet it is also a book filled with quiet joy in the "tender indifference" of the physical world, and Sandra Smith's new translation based on listening to a recording of Camus reading aloud, sensitively renders the subtleties and dreamlike atmosphere of The Outsider. And this is as detailed as the book ... 

Author : Albert Camus

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The Myth of SisyphusWooah this is the most sought after at the moment, and the good news is that these two books are now available on our service, would you like to read them in full ??But before reading a little synopsis first, I will include it below ... Inspired by the myth of a man condemned to ceaselessly push a rock up a mountain and watch it roll back to the valley below, The Myth of Sisyphus transformed twentieth-century philosophy with its impassioned argument for the value of life in a world without religious meaning.Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are. And this is as detailed as the book ... 

Author : Albert Camus

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Wildlife Photographer of the Year Desk Diary 2023Wooah this is the most sought after at the moment, and the good news is that these two books are now available on our service, would you like to read them in full ??But before reading a little synopsis first, I will include it below ... The Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition is the international showcase for the very best photography featuring natural subjects. The Museum? s 2023 week-to-view diaries feature stunning photographs of the natural world from past years of the competition.The perfect gifts for wildlife enthusiasts, each week has a specially selected photograph accompanied by a caption explaining where and how it was taken. There is a ribbon marker for easy reference and there are details of nationaland religious holidays. Available in a hardback desk format and handy pocket size. And this is as detailed as the book ... 

Author : London Natural History Museum

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The Matter With Things: Our Brains, Our Delusions, and the Unmaking of the WorldWooah this is the most sought after at the moment, and the good news is that these two books are now available on our service, would you like to read them in full ??But before reading a little synopsis first, I will include it below ... Is the world essentially inert and mechanical - nothing but a collection of things for us to use? Are we ourselves nothing but the playthings of chance, embroiled in a war of all against all? Why, indeed, are we engaged in destroying everything that is valuable to us?In his international bestseller, The Master and his Emissary, McGilchrist demonstrated that each brain hemisphere provides us with a radically different 'take' on the world, and used this insight to deliver a fresh understanding of the main turning points in the history of Western civilisation.Twice before, in ancient Greece and Rome, the perception that evolved in the left hemisphere, which empowered us to manipulate the world, had ultimately come to eclipse the much more sophisticated take of the right hemisphere, which enabled us to understand it.On each occasion this heralded the collapse of a civilisation. And now it was happening for a third, and possibly last, time.In this landmark new book, Iain McGilchrist  And this is as detailed as the book ... 

Author : Iain McGilchrist

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The Secret Lives of ColourWooah this is the most sought after at the moment, and the good news is that these two books are now available on our service, would you like to read them in full ??But before reading a little synopsis first, I will include it below ... The Secret Lives of Colour tells the unusual stories of the 75 most fascinating shades, dyes and hues. From blonde to ginger, the brown that changed the way battles were fought to the white that protected against the plague, Picasso's blue period to the charcoal on the cave walls at Lascaux, acid yellow to kelly green, and from scarlet women to imperial purple, these surprising stories run like a bright thread throughout history. In this book Kassia St Clair has turned her lifelong obsession with colours and where they come from (whether Van Gogh's chrome yellow sunflowers or punk's fluorescent pink) into a unique study of human civilisation. Across fashion and politics, art and war, The Secret Lives of Colour tell the vivid story of our culture. And this is as detailed as the book ... 

Author : Kassia St. Clair

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Hidden Places: From Secret Shores to Sacred ShrinesWooah this is the most sought after at the moment, and the good news is that these two books are now available on our service, would you like to read them in full ??But before reading a little synopsis first, I will include it below ... From the psychedelic salt mines of Yekaterinburg in Siberia to the rugged, green-tinted Copper Canyon in the Sierra Madre in Mexico, Hidden Places roams across the globe in search of hidden treasures and secret places off the beaten track. ? Explore the Silfra Deep Trench in Iceland, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet to create a remarkable rift and freshwater dive site. Experience the weirdest of woodland walks through the Crooked Forest in Pomerania, Poland, where a grove of 400 pines is uniformly curved. Marvel at the colorful, gold-plated temple of Doi Suthep in northern Thailand, or visit the world's highest sand dune, Grande Dune du Pilat, on the Bordeaux coast. Each location is accompanied by a caption explaining its geography and history. Packed with color photographs, Hidden Places ranges from the sparse landscape of the Arctic Circle to the rich rainforests of the Amazon basin. Read this book and discover the special, secret places that will come to  And this is as detailed as the book ... 

Author : Claudia Martin

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The Real and the Romantic: English Art Between Two World WarsWooah this is the most sought after at the moment, and the good news is that these two books are now available on our service, would you like to read them in full ??But before reading a little synopsis first, I will include it below ... The twenty-first century has seen a surge of interest in English art from the interwar years, and the value of work by artists such as Stanley Spencer and Eric Ravilious has soared in value. New critical attention focuses on other artists, often women, who were previously overlooked, such as Winifred Knights and Evelyn Dunbar, while encouraging a more nuanced understanding of the cultural landscape of the 1920s and ?30s. With these new perspectives in mind, The Real and the Romantic takes a fresh look at this richly diverse period in English art.Bookended by the intensity of commemoration that followed World War I and by a darkening of mood brought about by the foreshadowing of World War II, the decades between the wars saw the growing influence of modernism across British art and design. But as modernism reached a peak in the mid-1930s, artists were simultaneously reviving native traditions in modern terms and working with a renewed concern for place, memory, history, and  And this is as detailed as the book ... 

Author : Frances Spalding

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Greek Mythology: The Gods, Goddesses, and Heroes Handbook: From Aphrodite to Zeus, a Profile of Who's Who in Greek MythologyWooah this is the most sought after at the moment, and the good news is that these two books are now available on our service, would you like to read them in full ??But before reading a little synopsis first, I will include it below ... Finally sort out who?s who in Greek mythology?from gods, goddesses, heroes, monsters, and everyone in between!Greek mythology continues to appear in popular movies and books today but have you ever wondered about where these characters started out? Discover the origins of your favorite characters from Greek mythology with this collection of profiles to tell you who?s who in classical lore! In Greek Mythology, you will discover the backstories of the heroes, villains, gods, and goddesses that enjoy popularity in today?s shows and films. With comprehensive entries that outline each character?s name, roles, related symbols, and foundational myths, you can get to know the roots of these personas and better understand the stories they inspire today. With this character-focused, handy reference, you will never be confused about Ancient Greece! And this is as detailed as the book ... 

Author : Liv Albert

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Stephen King: A Complete Exploration of His Work, Life, and InfluencesWooah this is the most sought after at the moment, and the good news is that these two books are now available on our service, would you like to read them in full ??But before reading a little synopsis first, I will include it below ... Explore the evolution and influences of Stephen King?s body of work over his nearly 50-year career, and discover how the themes of his writing reflect the changing times and events within his life.Timed with Stephen King?s 75th birthday on September 21, 2022, Stephen King: A Complete Exploration of His Work, Life, and Influences features archival photos and documents from King?s personal collection alongside the stories behind how his novels, novellas, short stories, and adaptations came to be.With critically acclaimed titles that have also been turned into blockbuster sensations like IT and Carrie, King's work has stood the test of time across decades. This history of the writer's struggles, triumphs, bestsellers, lesser-known stories, collaborations, and more?makes the perfect addition to any Stephen King fan?s collection.Celebrate the beloved King of Horror with this informational and entertaining look inside?King?s most iconic titles and the culture they have created. And this is as detailed as the book ... 

Author : Bev Vincent

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The Gorillaz Art BookWooah this is the most sought after at the moment, and the good news is that these two books are now available on our service, would you like to read them in full ??But before reading a little synopsis first, I will include it below ... The Gorillaz Art Book is here! Featuring brand new artwork by Jamie Hewlett, who has invited more than 40 creators to offer new interpretations of 2D, Murdoc Niccals, Noodle, and Russel Hobbs in one expansive volume of original artwork. Contributing artists include Ruff Mercy, Kim Jung Gi, Robert Smith, Kerbscrawler Ghost, Robert Valley, Craig McCracken and Tim McCourt & Max Taylor. Celebrating 20 years of Gorillaz, this latest Z2 partnership sees Hewlett expand the band?s collaborative vision to fellow visual artists in The Gorillaz Art Book, a stunning visual feast of 288 pages. And this is as detailed as the book ... 

Author : Gorillaz

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The Art of God of War Ragnar?k (Deluxe Edition)Wooah this is the most sought after at the moment, and the good news is that these two books are now available on our service, would you like to read them in full ??But before reading a little synopsis first, I will include it below ... A full-color deluxe hardcover package that collects concept art and creative commentary chronicling the development of the next entry in the God of War saga.The god of war himself returns in this brand-new installment to the beloved God of War series. As the threat of Ragnar?k grows ever closer, Kratos and Atreus find themselves choosing between the safety of their family and the safety of the realms. This passionately assembled tome details a story of parenthood, destiny, and adventure in the voices of the team that brought it to life.Dark Horse Books and Santa Monica Studio join forces to present stunning, never-before-seen concept art of the world, characters, creatures, and artifacts with The Art of God of War Ragnar?k. With a beautiful leather-like clamshell case and cover, along with two gallery-quality prints, this stunning deluxe edition is a must-have for hardcore fans of the series. See what adventures await in Midgard and beyond! And this is as detailed as the book ... 

Author : Amy Ratcliffe

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