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Three beautifully illustrated classic Polish tales that will enchant the young readers of today

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Includes many of Escher's masterworks as well as hundreds of lesser- known examples of his work. The book also features an illustrated epilogue by the author that reveals new information about Escher's inspiration and shows how his ideas of symmetry have influenced modern computer graphics.

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An extraordinary record of great photographs being captured, edited and made, reissued to mark Magnums 70th anniversary.

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A visual cultural history of Ireland over the last 70 years, as seen by the worlds most prominent photographic agency, Magnum, and commented on by leading figures of the Irish literary scene.

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Part of the "Photofile" series, this book brings together the work of some of the worlds greatest photographers. It contains some sixty full-page reproductions printed in duotone, together with a critical introduction and a full bibliography.

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A celebration of the prestigious house famed for its collaborations with Chanel, Balenciaga and Yves Saint Laurent.

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One of two launch volumes in an important and highly collectible new photography series by the V&A, here is an introduction to the history of staged photography in over 130 key images from the V&As outstanding collection.

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Designed to equip the cultural tourist and art student with the means to interpret each painting, building, or artifact in terms of the iconography and symbolism of the Buddhist religion, this book deepens understanding not only of Buddhist art and architecture but also of Buddhism itself.

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"An extraordinary record of a great artist in his studio, it also describes what it feels like to be transformed into a work of art." ARTnews

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The work of Manet is defined in this book - he was an artist who interpreted modern life with a fresh handling of colour and tone. Yet he craved official recognition and was dogged by notoriety. He rejected traditional conventions in paintings such as "Le Dejeuner sur l'herbe" and "Olympia".

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Pioneer of abstract colour painting, Mark Rothko's immigrant childhood, student days at Yale, his early career, and his crucial role in the development of the New York School of Abstract Expressionism, are all documented here and the progression of his work analysed.

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Marrakesh the Red City is famously beautiful, attracting thousands of visitors each year, drawn to its medina, mosques and vast, colourful souk. This book presents a survey of 22 of Marrakesh's spectacular private homes. It takes the reader behind the high walls of the city's ancient, narrow streets to see the splendid riads they conceal.

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A beautifully illustrated story that celebrates the joys of artistic creation and the power of imagination

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A collection of Martine Francke's photographs - her own favourites - grouped within themes of childhood, the theatre, the Orient, old age, portraits, museums and landscapes. The foreword includes a faxed conversation between Franck and John Berger, the author and art critic.

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Written by a foremost authority on Matisse, this book traces the evolution of his art from the sombre palette of his first works in the 1890s, through his Fauvism, drawings and sculpture, to the dazzling paper cut-outs of his final years. The text is backed by over 900 representative illustrations.

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The definitive guide to the art and architecture of one of the worlds most enigmatic civilizations, extensively revised and now in colour throughout.

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This illustrated anthology of the oral histories of the Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne takes you behind the counters to reveal intimate views of the market's unique way of life. Drawn from more than a hundred and eighty interviews, Melbourne's Queen Victoria Market explores the values and ideas within the city's heart.

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A survey of contemporary menswear illustration, which is booming across editorial, advertising and brand communications. Whether drawn in pencil, splashed across a sketchbook or digitally rendered, it is as varied in style as the clothing itself. It is suitable for fashion industry insiders and students particularly designers editorial staff.

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Introduces Miro, a quiet, kind and smartly dressed man, who 'dreamed when he was awake' and painted wonderfully strange worlds filled with magical animals. This book is illustrated with some of Miro's finest works, as well as evocative archive photography by Lee Miller and specially commissioned artworks by children done in the style of Miro.

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An introduction to Miroslav aek, the world-famous creator of the This Is... series of children's books.

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Shows how the most exuberant tropical plants and design inspirations have a place even in modern gardens. This title showcases the works of masters of modern design, from the Americas to Asia and Australia. It also offers guidance on practical matters such as water features, pavings, lighting, furniture and also artworks.

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An imaginative, charming tale about searching for beauty and light in the world around us.

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From a shimmering Marilyn Monroe to a brooding T S Eliot, from a now almost sinister silhouette of Bill Cosby to an iconic shot of the Beatles, from an Etonian to a boy in the streets of Manchester, as well as ranchers, sweepers, picknickers, and other photographers, the author's vision moves and delights us with his humanity and artistry.

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Music and photography have always shared a special relationship when an iconic musician is portrayed by a first-rate photographer, the resulting image is often transformative and transcendent, and a classic pop culture image is born. This title gathers more than 450 such legendary photographs of musicians.