Fall in love with copperplate calligraphy while expanding your creative repertoire with this practical, easy-to-follow and comprehensive guide. The magic of copperplate calligraphy is that it is based on a few elementary forms and a few important rules. All you need to get started are pen, ink and suitable paper, and with practice you will soon be able to design and print your own invitations, business cards and much more. Each chapter contains one or more tutorials filled with useful tips on how to get as much out of the content as possible while having fun. Everything is explained from the very start, in detail and in a step-by-step way, so no previous knowledge is required. On the other hand, if you have some experience with calligraphy, the book will serve as a great resource for building on those skills while experimenting with copperplate calligraphy's typical flourishes and decorative elements. The author, renowned German calligrapher Stefanie Weigele, who specializes in classic pointed pen calligraphy, shares her insight about essential tools and materials as well as important dos and don'ts that help you master the methods and techniques being taught quickly and effectively. The book includes downloadable exercise sheets and grids that make it easy for you to put your newly learned skills into immediate practice.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 240

Dimensions: 190 x 313 mm

Publication Date: 07-11-2023

Clever questions and answers about dinosaurs and on how they lived. What did dinosaurs sound like? What did the dinosaurs eat? Were dinosaurs afraid of spiders? With 20 questions exploring the pre-historic world, you can learn everything you ever wanted to know about dinosaurs in this colorful, illustrated book.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 48

Dimensions: 210 x 260 mm

Publication Date: 23-10-2023

From ancient Rome to Tudor England, all the way through to the 20th century, the art of espionage has come a long way. But one thing has never changed—humans have always found surprisingly cre-ative ways to gather top secret intelligence. This book presents eight of the most notorious spies in history, from the 16th-century spymaster of Queen Elizabeth I to the Serbian-born agent who may have inspired the character of James Bond. Top Secret has everything you could wish to know about the world of spies, agents, and secrets.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 64

Dimensions: 220 x 270 mm

Publication Date: 23-10-2023

Immerse yourself in the natural world with Parklife. This book features a collection of stunning homes and cottages built near national parks across the USA, showcasing the best examples of rustic living. With a focus on blending tradition and aesthetics, each residence preserves the local history and culture while designing spaces that harmoniously reflect the natural beauty of their surroundings. This highly anticipated follow-up to The Parklands provides a cap-tivating look into the creative ways in which rural homeowners are crafting stylish, sophisticated, and traditional homes near some of the country's most breathtaking nature reserves and parks. Discover a restored hunting cabin and a former mill, among other architectural gems, all celebrating the wild and wonderful worlds in which they reside.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 256

Dimensions: 225 x 290 mm

Publication Date: 23-10-2023

In 2023, to mark its 150th anniversary year, the University of Canterbury showcased 150 of its outstanding graduates. Bruce Ullrich was named as one amongst its Legends of Sport" and was described as a "fierce champion of New Zealand's interest in business and sport". My Arena is Bruce's autobiography. It navigates a life story spanning over eight decades, vividly describing Bruce's 'fierce champion' moments. Bruce Ullrich is best known for his roles in sports leadership. He was vice-chairman of the organising committee of the 1974 Commonwealth Games in Christchurch, and he went on to be chef de mission for three of New Zealand's Olympic Games and Commonwealth Games teams. He was an enthusiastic advocate for hosting the Winter Olympics in New Zealand. But there is a business story as well. Bruce was admitted to partnership in an accounting firm on the day he qualified as an accountant. He later moved to governance roles and consultancy, using his expertise to foster trade and investment relationships between New Zealand and other countries - especially China. Bruce was awarded an Order of the British Empire for services to New Zealand. Throughout his life journey Bruce has remained a loyal old boy of his beloved Christchurch Boys' High School, a faithful Cantabrian, and highly patriotic New Zealander.

Bind: paperback

Dimensions: 180 x 254 mm

Publication Date: 01-11-2023

This beautifully illustrated biography is the perfect introduction to Monet’s art.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 32

Dimensions: 240 x 280 mm

Publication Date: 07-11-2023

This exploration of Degas’ ballet paintings shows how he used light and color to capture the beauty of dancers in motion.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 30

Dimensions: 240 x 280 mm

Publication Date: 07-11-2023

For centuries people have been captivated by watches—whether for their technical precision, their unique design, or their historic importance. Each of the one hundred watches profiled in this elegant book stands out for one or more of these qualities. Organized chronologically and divided by century, the watches are presented in spacious, double-page spreads, featuring exquisite photography with engaging, incisive texts. Readers will discover an astonishing Elizabethan-era watch with astrolabic dial; an early seventienth century watch encased in a single emerald; two of the earliest watches to incorporate the balance spring—a feature that revolutionized timekeeping and some of the first repeating and perpetual calendar watches. These are followed by the first lever watch important precision watches; early ninetienth century enamel and automaton watches; highly complex watches by Breguet and Patek Philippe; Sir Winston Churchill’s Victory watch; a Rolex made to commemorate Indian Republic Day; an Omega Speedmaster that went into space; and a Roger Smith wristwatch completed in 2023. Appearing for the first time together in book form, this historic collection will appeal to sophisticated collectors, amateur watch enthusiasts, and anyone with an interest in the art and science of horology.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 304

Dimensions: 240 x 300 mm

Publication Date: 15-09-2023

For decades the name Jil Sander has evoked the philosophy of less is more—a minimalist aesthetic using highest quality materials and employing exquisite craftsmanship to the effect of poetic purity. Designed and produced as impeccably as her clothing, this beautiful book offers unprecedented access into Sander’s remarkable history as a designer, and international businesswoman. Rich in archival material, and glimpses into the life of its famously publicity-shy subject, this book tells how Sander started in the 1960s and quickly established herself as a discriminating designer unfazed by trends. When the world finally caught up to her brand, in the late 80s and 90s, the Sander name became one of the most prestigious in all of fashion. Adhering to her core principles was the key to success with her own label. The book recapitulates her foray into the world of cosmetics and her later partnership with Uniqlo, where she created the special line +J. A further focus is given to her cooperation with leading architects on the architecture and interior design of her multinational flagship stores. Every aspect of Sander’s career is interwoven in this fascinating story. The result is an elegant manifestation of the Jil Sander name—a story of integrity and grit, sumptuously packaged and timeless.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 320

Dimensions: 280 x 280 mm

Publication Date: 27-09-2023

Filled with gorgeous photography, high quality reproductions and fascinating anecdotes, this one-of-a-kind cookbook connects great art with the world of food. To create the recipes in this book Felicity Souter delved into the lives of artists past and present, uncovering fascinating stories, eating habits, and cultural traditions. Each entry consists of an appetizer, main, side, dessert, or drink that visually echoes the artwork and reflects the culinary connection to its artist. More than fifty masterpieces from an enormous array of genres and periods include works by Marina Abramović, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Georgette Chen, Salvador Dalí, Jacob Lawrence, Man Ray, Henri Matisse, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Jackson Pollock. Sumptuous illustrations reveal a striking resemblance between recipe and artwork. An abstract Lee Krasner painting is transformed into a colorful mixed vegetable salad; an oval-shaped Barbara Hepworth sculpture into a crusty loaf of bread; a snowy Monet haystack into a sugar-dusted breakfast muffin; an Yves Klein sponge into an electric blue martini. Easy enough for every day, and aimed at cooks of all abilities, these recipes are themselves works of art, and will whet the creative appetites of readers and chefs alike.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 240

Dimensions: 210 x 270 mm

Publication Date: 03-10-2023