This dynamic introduction to the most important photographers from the inception of photography to today bears witness to the magic of the camera. From Félix Nadar’s awe-inspiring aerial photos and Eugene Atget’s images of fin de siècle France to Walker Evans’ stirring photos and Nan Goldin’s poetic scenarios, each of the photographers featured here represents a vital aspect of photography’s evolution. The artists are presented in double-page spreads that include reproductions of their most important works, concise biographies, and informative sidebars. The result is a fascinating overview of the way photographers continue to push the limits of their genre, offering their audiences new ways of seeing and understanding our world.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 193 x 240 mm

Publication Date: 15-09-2017

Who would not want to live in a Wes Anderson movie? This is a tribute book to Wes Anderson and the universe he has created. It highlights his most prominent characters such as Margot, Mr Fox, Sam & Suzy, Zero, Steve Zissou... his vintage trend, his nostalgic but not sad touch, his meticulously arranged sets and his obsession with symmetry. Twenty-two international artists unveil their most personal perspectives through one or several illustrations, expressing in a sentence what this wonderful, timeless and sympathetic filmmaker means to them.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 128

Dimensions: 180 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 15-09-2017

Modern-day passion, tangible tradition, and striking creativity: trace how tattooing continues to evolve in the follow up to Forever. From the fluidity of watercolor to the meticulous nature of dotwork to the stunning detail of realism, the various styles of tattooing allow creativity to flourish. And whether inked in a clandestine spot or showcased visibly, every piece has its story. In Ukraine and Turkey, tattoos are political statements. Today, celebrated artists travel the world, organizing appointments exclusively via social media. Tattooing can be a way of life. Following the success of Forever: The New Tattoo, this volume further tracks the scene’s inventiveness and originality as tattoos emerge from subculture obscurity. Just as the needle infuses the skin with ink, the artists profiled here infuse life into current tattoo culture. Forever Now explores their unique stories and iconic work whilst creating a comprehensive narrative of this dynamic and enduring scene.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 256

Dimensions: 225 x 290 mm

Publication Date: 25-08-2017

Feminism is a hot topic. The battle for gender equality is being fought by everybody from politicians to indie social media campaigners, celebrities to school girls. But how did we get here and who paved the way for today’s badass women? Fight Like a Girl profiles 50 fearless women – both the historical icons and the unsung heroes – such as Mary Wollstonecraft, Frida Kahlo and Roxane Gay. Each extraordinary life story is accompanied by a stunning portrait, along with eye-opening sidebars on their hard-fought causes and iconic quotes. Be inspired by their stories, arm yourself with their knowledge, get active and FIGHT LIKE A GIRL.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 224

Dimensions: 153 x 234 mm

Publication Date: 14-09-2017

‘The away team were prevented from making a final strike due to a well-timed tickle’ Laugh out loud at this selection of the funniest faux pas, silliest slips and most blatant bloopers that ever made it into print (and some that didn’t), from newspaper headlines to menus, and from small ads to social media. You’ll be checking everything you type after reading this!

Bind: paperback

Pages: 128

Dimensions: 125 x 175 mm

Publication Date: 14-09-2017

You know you’re a gardening fanatic when… … you favour your ride-on lawnmower over your Ferrari. … you think talking dirty means whispering the word ‘compost’. If this sounds all too familiar, read on to discover whether you’ve really gone to seed or you’re just one petal short of a flower!

Bind: hardback

Pages: 96

Dimensions: 120 x 158 mm

Publication Date: 14-09-2017

You know you’re a rugby fanatic when… … your Facebook profile photo is a close-up of your latest injury. … you own more replica shirts than work ones. If this sounds all too familiar, read one to discover whether you’re truly obsessed with the odd-shaped ball or just one player short of a scrum!

Bind: hardback

Pages: 96

Dimensions: 120 x 158 mm

Publication Date: 14-09-2017

Always in the shadow of Vesuvius, Naples is a vibrant, passionate city with food to match. From antipasti to pastries, this collection of recipes showcases the best that Naples and the surrounding islands have to offer.Using the freshest ingredients, local chef Arturo Iengo presents the most delicious Campanian cuisine in 100 recipes that are perfect for both everyday meals and entertaining.Additional features on key ingredients, including buffalo mozzarella and olive oil, describe how they are produced and the part they play in Neapolitan dishes.With stunning photographs taken in and around Naples and insights into its specialities and customs, this book will give you an all-round taster of a captivating city.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 210 x 265 mm

Tom Stobart’s award-winning Herbs Spices and Flavourings has long been recognized as the authoritative work on the subject. It is a truly amazing source of information covering, alphabetically over 400 different herbs, spices and flavourings found throughout the world and based on the extensive notes he made on his travels in 70 countries. Each entry carries detailed descriptions of the origin, history, magical, medicinal, scientific and culinary uses, together with a thorough assessment of tastes and effects of cooking, freezing and pickling. The author assigns the scientific, botanical, native and popular names for given plants and ingredients making exact identification easy and clearing up any confusions which may exist on differing countries’ names and usages. No other work in print has ever covered with such exhausting precision this important subject making this work of reference essential for all cooks, gardeners and horticulturalists.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 240

Dimensions: 129 x 198 mm

Publication Date: 29-09-2017

There is more to seaweed than as a wrapper for sushi - it is going mainstream, gathering many high profile fans. Even Jamie Oliver has credited adding seaweed to his diet as one reason for his weight loss. This super food is a low-calorie source of protein and fibre; is richer in trace minerals and vitamins than kale; and contains all kinds of goodness, including vitamin C, iodine and antiviral, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It is delicious as a snack, added to soups, in omelettes, tossed through pasta, made into pesto and is a fabulous accompaniment to fish. The seaweeds used in this book are found all over the Northern hemisphere and have been harvested for centuries in North America, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England, Grennland, Siberia, Norway and France. The main species (nori, dulse, kombu, wakame and hijiki) are all illustrated and explained, with detailed descriptions of how to identify them, where they grow and the other information you need to gather the rich harvest of the sea. But if sea-scavenging is not your style there are plenty of dried seaweeds now available to buy from natural food stores and supermarkets where it is also appearing in many more forms such as snacks, condiments, salt substitute and crackers. Seaweeds are tasty and very versatile and can be used in all sorts of dishes. This sumptuously illustrated book will inspire you to use them in starters, main courses, plus tasty desserts, smoothies, energy boosters, and even a seaweed-infused gin and tonic. It’s easier than you think and everything you can find on the subject is here in this inspiring book. So if you have never tasted sea vegetables, it is high time to try.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 192

Dimensions: 210 x 250 mm

Publication Date: 29-09-2017