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From ancient Rome to Tudor England and up to the 20th century, the art of espionage has come a long way. But one thing has never changed—humans have always found surprisingly creative ways to gather top secret intelligence. This book presents eight of the most notorious spies in history, from Queen ..

In a time before air travel or radio, Burton Holmes set out across the globe. The “world’s greatest traveler” visited nearly every country on the planet, bringing home more than 30,000 photographs, 500,000 feet of film, and unbelievable travel stories that first exposed..

The essential book for admirers of arboreal ateliers everywhere, this whimsical collection showcases 48 of the finest tree housesaround the world. Whether serving as a lofty eyrie for childhood adventures or a unique luxury hotel amid the branches, these are some of the most fantastic huma..

Enter a world of ravishing light and color. English Romanticist J. M. W. Turner transformed the essence of landscape painting from serene contemplative scenes to pictures pulsating with life, as if the sun itself were gleaming out of his canvases. Discover the shimmerin..

This XL double-volume provides an unrivaled curation of the ultimate collector motorcycles of all time. From super-rare pioneer bikes, venerated British classics and German speed machines to lightning-fast Japanese racers, groundbreaking Italian superbikes, and highly radical road rockets, this book..

Discover the art of transforming old architecture into a haven of comfort and style. This is your guide to upgrading your home without breaking the bank, as it offers a carefully curated selection of projects that showcase the best renovations, rebuilds, and extensions from private residences across..

Meet Diego Rodríguez de Silva y Velázquez, the leading light of the Spanish Golden Age and a giant of Western art history. From humble genre scenes to the ever-mysterious Las Meninas, this introductory book charts the compositional expertise, natural figuration, and masterfu..

Step into the world of Christian Watson’s creative studio, 1924us. Favoring historical tools and revisiting old techniques, the graphic designer, photographer, and illustrator applies his vision to anything, from brand and retail design, to tattooing and typography.His atelier, 1924us revives modern..

From Air Jordan 1 to Air Presto, Nike and Virgil Abloh reinvented sneaker culture with their project, The Ten. Experience engineering ingenuity and Abloh’s investigative design process:each shoe is a piece of industrial design and a readymade sculpture.&n..

Не служат ли повседневный труд, планирующе-изготовительная деятельность, наукотехника и даже отчасти художественное творчество бегству от политического действия, из открытого публичного мира? Ханна Арендт склонна отвечать на этот вопрос положительно. Ее тревожит состояние современного социума, замкн..

В книге собрана автобиографическая проза французского писателя Жоржа Перека (1936-1982).Роман «W, или Воспоминание детства»  — уникальный пример совмещения правды и вымысла: скудная на перипетии, но полная эмоций история ребенка, жертвы войны и холокоста, срастается с художественной ф..

Celebrate nearly a century of Mickey Mouse with one of the most expansive illustrated publications on the Disney universe: behind-the-scenes shots, rare animation art, and vintage comics trace Mickey’s 122 cartoons, his comic adventures, and the world of Mickey merchandise a..

Celebrate 90+ years of Mickey Mouse with one of the most expansive illustrated publications on the Disney universe: behind-the-scenes shots, rare animation art, and vintage comics trace Mickey’s cartoons, his comic adventures, the world of Mickey merchandise and memorabilia,..

Fashion has Helmut Newton, architecture has Julius Shulman, and cat photography has Walter Chandoha. In 1949, his encounter with a stray kitten blossomed into a career that elevated feline portraiture to an art form. This is a tribute not just to these beguiling creatures but also to ..

Walton Ford’s large-scale watercolors of animals make up a unique anthropomorphic universe rich in sly jokes and hidden meaning. The most comprehensive survey of Ford’s oeuvre to date, this publication features 40 new works, more than 120 additional pages, and a new essay by the ..

From Spain’s El Caminito del Rey to Japan’s Kumano Kodo, Norway’s mythical giant trails to Utah’s Narrows, the new compact edition of Wanderlust explores legendary hikes across the globe.Cam Honan guides readers through deserts, coasts, forests, and ice, with maps, tips, and backgroun..

The Himalaya. The legendary mountains, epic and mythical to all who are serious about hiking. Straddling Nepal, India, Pakistan, Tibet, and Bhutan, this area could fill a lifetime of wandering and transcendence.In Wanderlust Himalaya, we guide you through breathtaking nature, diverse cultures, ..

America is a hiker’s paradise: a patchwork of diverse wildlife, breathtaking vistas, and once-in-a-lifetime challenges, woven together by the nation’s countless trails. From the depths of the Grand Canyon to the slopes of Denali, the continent’s highest peak, Wanderlust USA takes you to th..

Ladybugs, dogs, owls, otters: Charley Harper’s geometric illustrations are more than a source of delight. With a never-ending curiosity for the natural world, especially for wildlife and flora, Harper developed a unique style that influenced generations of artists and designers.Wild Life celebr..

Discover William Blake’s complete 102 illustrations for The Divine Comedy, with excerpts from Dante’s epic poem. Featuring an intimate reading of Blake’s extraordinary works and many close-up details, this is a breathtaking encounter with two of the finest artistic talents in his..

Идеальный бумажный путеводитель по вину для эпохи цифровых технологий. «Wine Folly: Издание Магнум» – расширенная версия книги «Wine Folly: Вино. Практический путеводитель». В «Магнуме» в два раза больше информации, чем в предыдущем издании. В него вошли новые главы, дополнительные карты винодельчес..

New attitudes to work are dynamically changing conventional habits. The formulaic 9-to-5 routine is not a one-size-fits-all structure, which is why individuals from across the globe are establishing their own terms — putting personal fulfillment first while leaving the corporate world behind. W..

Stories that map the writer's artistic development, written with candor, detachment, and passion.Hervé Guibert published twenty-five books before dying of AIDS in 1991 at age 36. An originator of French "autofiction" of the 1990s, Guibert wrote with aggressive candor, detachment, and passion, mixing..

Yōkai ghosts are a significant aspect of Japanese culture. In turns terrifying, playful and mischievous, they can take the form of malevolent spirits, seeking a place in the afterlife, or shapeshifters tricking humans with wisdom and sometimes cruelty.This unique book includes 150 striking images b..