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Bitten by a radioactive spider, ordinary teen Peter Parker takes on the mantle of Spider-Man and sets off on a quest to rid New York City of bad guys. More than 50 years since his web-slinging debut, he's become the most popular superhero in the world! This tribute to everyone's favorite web-head features 192 pages of battles with one of the...

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They were mutants living in a world that hated and distrusted them! They made it their mission to find, protect, and train other mutants, though they often found themselves saving the very people who wanted to rid the world of them. The epic, human-mutant drama is seen in this volume, with 192 pages of iconic X-Men images, and text by comics...

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Martin Luther's Bible, first printed in 1534, was not only a milestone in publishing but also a seismic moment in world history, democratizing Christianity like never before, and providing printed reference for a whole new branch of faith: Protestantism. This splendid facsimile reveals the multilayered beauty of this UNESCO world heritage...

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Take a truly magical mystery tour with this sparkling compendium of magic and trickery from medieval thaumaturgies to 20th-century showmen. Featuring hundreds of rarely seen vintage posters, photographs, handbills, and engravings, The Magic Book follows this special performing art from the 1400s to the 1950s.

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Pedro Corra do Lago has gathered one of the world's finest autograph collections. From a parchment signed by four popes to Stephen Hawking's thumbprint signature, this book spans nearly 900 years of handwriting from the likes of van Gogh, Michelangelo, Queen Victoria, Einstein, and many more legendary figures across art, literature, science,...

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Whether it's a chocolate tour of the Caribbean or a swim to the tiny monastery island on Italy's Lago d'Orta, dive in and share the discoveries of the Beaches, Islands & Coasts edition of The New York Times Explorer. These 25 dream trips feature first-person narratives, postcard-perfect photography, and useful information to help you on your...

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From the flower-filled meadows of the Dolomites to a blanket of stars above Chile's Elqui Valley: set forth and share in the discoveries of the Mountains, Deserts & Plains edition of The New York Times Explorer. The Times writers offer their guidance-from the personal to the practical-on 25 dream destinations, along with a wealth of color...

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Whether it's a snowy trek through Bohemia's remote Jizera Mountains or a cruise across the Great Lakes on a cargo ship, the journey itself is the destination in the Road, Rail & Trail volume of TASCHEN's Explorer series. First-person narrative and postcard-perfect photography will inspire you as you sit back and let The New York Times transport...

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With over 400 works from 40 countries, the latest edition in TASCHEN's Package Design series celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Pentawards with the stars of the 2015 and 2016 competitions. Across food, beverages, body, luxury, and other markets, this is a fascinating overview of an endlessly innovative industry and its witty, classy, and...

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Each year, the Pentawards set a global benchmark for quality by scouting the cleverest and most eclectic designs in the field. Featuring more than 400 works from over 40 countries, this fifth edition of The Package Design Book presents all 2017 and 2018 winners in a celebration of packaging as a kaleidoscopic art form.

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Good package design is crucial, as ever more products compete for consumer attention. Featuring over 500 works from more than 45 countries, the sixth edition of this book presents all 2019 and 2020 winners of The Pentawards, the global benchmark awards of the industry.

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The unique tones and spontaneity of Polaroids have made them a beloved photographic format for decades. Brimming with all the warmth and nostalgia of a family album, this ode to the instant camera presents hundreds of images from the Polaroid Corporation's own collection. A chronicle of the experimental and innovative ways Polaroids have defied...

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Scott Schuman, a.k.a. The Sartorialist, has been traveling to India for over a decade to capture its wildly original beauty in markets, music festivals, city streets, and cricket fields, and across cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Chennai, and Mumbai. The result gathers all the unique qualities that have brought him worldwide renown: a...

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First published as a signed Collector's Edition and sold out within a week, this is an unparalleled account of the life and times of Stan Lee, written and edited with the Godfather of comics himself. His tale is told by Roy Thomas, who brings "you are there" insights to Lee's journey alongside never-before-seen photographs, original comic...

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Immerse yourself in the rich shades and textures of the mighty Titian, the most important member of the Venetian High Renaissance. From the rippling sensuality of Venus of Urbino to the airborne dynamism of Bacchus and Ariadne, Titian pioneered startling, opulent color and a bold new approach to form in a stunning repertoire of portraits, altarpieces, mythological scenes, and more.

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Take a stroll down the aisles of America's toy store. Bolstered by a booming consumer culture, the 20th century saw U.S. toys become a commodity that would enthrall children for generations. This comprehensive catalogue gathers 100 years of ads selling all-time favorites and forgotten fads-everything from science kits, frilly dolls, and baseball mitts to decoder rings, air rifles, and video games.

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The essential book for admirers of arboreal ateliers everywhere, this whimsical collection showcases 50 of the finest tree houses around 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 human roosts in the sky.

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Havens of imagination, the tree houses in this book may come in different shapes and sizes, but all require a commitment to climbing high. Inspiring photographs of 50 different dream structures sit alongside verdantly green illustrations by artist Patrick Hruby and detailed background information on each house, complete with a short biography...

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Meet Vincent van Gogh, the tortured genius of 19th-century art. This lush tome collects all his 871 paintings, alongside writings and essays, charting the life and work which continues to tower over art to this day. From Sunflowers, The Starry Night, to Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear: celebrate an artist uniquely dexterous in the representation of texture and mood, light and place.

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This catalogue raisonn of Velzquez's complete works features brand new photography of recently restored paintings. In extra-large format and with numerous details, and a fold-out, the book celebrates the painter's insight, humanity, and brilliant technique.

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Discover one of the most admired artists in history: Johannes Vermeer. Complete with crisp reproductions, details, and insightful essays, this monograph spans his entire repertoire, illuminating the artist's outstanding ability not only to bear witness to the spirit of the Dutch Golden Age, but also to encapsulate an entire story in just one...

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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 artist.