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The Official Christmas No. 1 Singles Book
‘A Christmas cracker’ – Record CollectorSo here it is…
The perfect gift for music lovers of all ages, The Official Christmas No. 1 Singles Book is jam-packed with facts, figures and photos to get your toes tapping along to the sounds of seven decades of festive chart-toppers.
Have you ever wondered how many Christmas number ones actually have the word ‘Christmas’ in their title? Or how many TV talent-show winners have claimed the festive top spot?
Do you know which artist has racked up the most Christmas number ones? Or which single is the biggest-selling seasonal chart-topper of all time?
Can you name the only song to have topped the Christmas chart twice by two different artists? Or the only artist to have been Christmas number one twice with the same song?
The answers to all these questions – plus many more – can be found in this exclusive festive companion, published in conjunction with the Official Charts Company.
With a fully illustrated double-page spread for every year since the UK singles chart began in 1952, Michael Mulligan’s fun and authoritative journey through the Christmas archives will delight curious browsers and dedicated pop nerds alike. Featuring top-ten countdowns, fascinating trivia about the highest-charting Christmas singles and plenty of entertaining infographics, this is the ideal family stocking-filler, celebrating all that is wonderful, whimsical and unpredictable about the festive season’s most hotly contested musical event.
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Ciprian Muresan: Drawings, 2015-2004
Never employed as an instrument for direct notation, for Ciprian Muresan (*1977 in Dej) drawing functions in equations that envelop this mode of production in a reflection on visibility and loss, on historical suspension, and ways in which the past is retrieved. Based on the artist’s diverse artistic output, the volume surveys the forms in which drawing recurs in Muresan’s practice. It foregrounds lines of continuity between earlier works, such as cheat sheets onto which The Gospel of John has been transcribed, and recent projects in which, for instance, all of the reproductions in books on Antonello da Messina or Kasimir Malevich are copied onto a single sheet of paper. Essays contextualize Muresan’s drawings in their fraught relation to art history, remembrance, and conservation as well as against shifting notions of labor.Read more
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Pokémon: Book of Joy: An official illustrated Pokémon pocket book of wisdom, new for Christmas 2023 – the perfect gift for fans of the video game and animated show!
“Anytime I’ve been sad or happy or really mad about something, Pokémon have always been there by my side, through it all.” ASH KETCHUM
Like our heroes Ash and Pikachu, we are all on a road to personal mastery. But life isn’t always sunshine and Jigglypuffs.
Written by some of the greatest Pokémon trainers in history, this inspirational book of wit and wisdom offers advice for every turn of life’s winding path, from the road to Viridian City to the heady heights of Indigo Plateau.
Bursting full of positivity, humour and fun, this charming book of inspirational quotes and illustrations shows that although Jigglypuff, Meowth and Pikachu may be Pokémon, their values could not be more human. We all live in a Pokémon world.
Pokémon Book of Joy will leave you ready to face every challenge along the way. And to truly catch ’em all!
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Learn How to Paint with Airbrush For Beginners: Volume 34 (Learn to Draw Book Series)
Learn How to Paint with Airbrush For Beginners TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION: MATERIALS: COLORS TERMS AIRBRUSH AND ITS MECHANISM MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS BASIC AIRBRUSH EXERCISES: AIRBRUSHING A LINE CONNECTING DOTS GRADATION EFFECTS AIRBRUSH EXERCISES: DROPLETS RETRO TOUCH LIGHTHOUSE SILHOUETTE TANGERINES FRUIT BASKET ORCHID AUTHOR BIO Introduction: First of all, thank you for picking this book, as it proves your sincere interest in the subject of Airbrushing. Second, I’m here to prove to you that it’s easy to learn, as compared to common misconceptions you may have heard. One of them, that you have to be a real artist, is untrue. As with most everyone who is starting to airbrush, you begin with being self-taught by reading books and also trial and error. Eventually, there comes a point when you are doing the same thing over and over and finally get it! Third, remember that proper skills and the right techniques give you a larger percentage for individual success in airbrushing. So, stick with me and I will introduce you to airbrushing and, the things you need to learn to do it correctly, including the right materials tools. Follow along to make your first Airbrush art a masterpiece. So Read this Book carefully and practice the exercises, especially for your trigger control, every day. This is for your own benefit. Work the Airbrush exercises next, so Good Luck and have fun.Read more
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Airbrushing Techniques: Step-by-step
Neither beginners nor advanced students will want to be without this book on airbrush art. It is an indispensable source of information and advice on the amazing works of art you can produce with the aid of a spray gun. Beginning with the basic techniques coupled with specialist tips, all of the various ways of using an airbrush are demonstrated for anyone who would like to learn, perfect and eventually become professional at the spray technique. With the help of numerous, tried-and-tested, step-by-step instructions, the six carefully designed projects provide an easy introduction to the basic knowledge required and to the subsequent development of the skills needed for complex artistic work. The advantages of the freehand technique are as comprehensively discussed as the solutions to problems and difficulties that can occur when working with masks. As well as the practical tasks, readers can learn everything there is to know about the inner workings and construction of an airbrush gun, and are introduced to the various models of gun available commercially and detailed information on accessories and materials.
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Odeon Cinemas: Oscar Deutsch Entertains Our Nation: 1
The old saying does often seem to hold true: the rich get richer while the poor get poorer, creating a widening gap between those who have more and those who have less. The sociologist Robert K. Merton called this phenomenon the Matthew effect, named after a passage in the gospel of Matthew. Yet the more closely we examine the sociological effects of this principle, the more complicated the idea becomes. Initial advantage doesn’t always lead to further advantage, and disadvantage doesn’t necessarily translate into failure. Does this theory need to be revisited?Merton’s arguments have significant implications for our conceptions of equality and justice, and they challenge our beliefs about culture, education, and public policy. His hypothesis has been examined across a variety of social arenas, including science, technology, politics, and schooling, to see if, in fact, advantage begets further advantage. Daniel Rigney is the first to evaluate Merton’s theory of cumulative advantage extensively, considering both the conditions that uphold the Matthew effect and the circumstances that cause it to fail. He explores whether growing inequality is beyond human control or disparity is socially constructed and subject to change. Reexamining our core assumptions about society, Rigney causes us to rethink the sources of inequity.Read more
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All The Houses I’ve Ever Lived In: Finding Home in a System that Fails Us
‘I tore through the pages. A book I’ll read over and over again’ CANDICE CARTY-WILLIAMS, author of Queenie
____________________________________________We’ve all had our share of dodgy landlords, mould and awkward house shares. But journalist Kieran Yates has had more than most: by the age of twenty-five she’d lived in twenty different houses across the country, from council estates in London to car showrooms in rural Wales.
In prose that sparkles with humour and warmth, Yates charts the heartbreaks and joys of a life spent navigating the chaos of the housing system. Drawing on interviews with marginalised tenants across the country and the stories behind our interiors, she explores the unexpected ways we can fight back – finding beauty in the wreckage of a broken system, friendships in cramped housing conditions, and home even in the most fragile circumstances.All the Houses I’ve Ever Lived In is at once a rallying cry for change, a gorgeous coming-of-age story and a love letter to home in all its forms.
____________________________________________‘Illuminating, thoughtfully written, damning’ OBSERVER
‘I read this in two sittings . . . so incisive it’s hard to put down’ PANDORA SYKES
‘A beautiful exposition of home and what it means. Stunning’ BOLU BABALOLA, author of Honey & Spice
‘So relatable . . . injects a glorious dose of love and joy and hope’ BIG ISSUE
‘Yates manages the unthinkable: she makes the housing crisis funny’ i
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So You Want to Be in Musicals?
An insider’s guide to achieving that dream career by one of the brightest stars in musical theatre.Being in a West End or Broadway musical is the dream of thousands of talented performers. But competition is intense and reaching the spotlight can often require a leap into the dark. So You Want To Be In Musicals? is your comprehensive guide to building – and sustaining – a successful career in musical theatre, and introduces you to everything you need to know about:
- Training how to select a drama school, what to do to get in, and what to do once you’re there
- Auditioning how to choose and prepare your pieces, and foster a positive attitude towards auditions
- Rehearsing how to construct your character, work with the director, and develop your own creative process
- Performing how to deal with nerves, what to do as an understudy, and how to sustain that eight-show-a-week routine
- Working how to get an agent, how to market yourself effectively, and how to maintain a healthy body and mind
Along with a wealth of honest, straightforward advice, the book is packed with instructive anecdotes from Ruthie’s own glittering career.
Written with Daniel Bowling music supervisor and director on many of the West End’s biggest shows – including The Phantom of the Opera, Joseph, Mary Poppins and Avenue Q – So You Want To Be In Musicals? provides an extraordinary wealth of inside information and advice, that would usually take years of hard work and determination to obtain, in one essential volume.
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What Actors Do: Advice to the Players in Seven Paradoxes and a Manifesto
‘Only what is open and searching is active and alive. You, the actor, must learn to find security in insecurity, certainty in uncertainty, to trust that this will lead to discovery and growth.’
In What Actors Do, revered theatre director Mike Alfreds explores the wellspring of the actor’s craft, tracing a pathway to creative freedom through the thickets of competing methodologies and confusing paradoxes that you will face throughout your training and career.
How do you give life to a character that both is and isn’t yourself? How can you be childlike and open in your work without becoming childish? How, when you know what’s coming next, can you still be spontaneous?
Frank, uncompromising and full of sharply focused insights, this book will help you strip away the inhibitions and habitual thinking that can shackle our imaginations. It will show you how to generate truthful performances by trusting your inner creativity and remaining radically open, responsive and present in every moment.
Mike Alfreds has been directing plays for more than seventy years. In the 1970s he founded Shared Experience, and has since worked for the National Theatre, Shakespeare’s Globe, the Royal Shakespeare Company and also extensively abroad. He is hugely respected within the profession, and is the author of two previous books, Different Every Night and Then What Happens?
‘If I was allowed to train again to be an actor, but I was only allowed one teacher, it would have to be Mike Alfreds. To me he is a genius when it comes to acting and storytelling’ Mark Rylance
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Jojo: Finally Home – My Inspirational Memoir – THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER (2023)
*THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER!*
Champion dancer and Strictly Come Dancing professional Johannes Radebe has captured our hearts with his mesmerising talent, bringing joy to millions of fans and wowing the most critical of judges. He is loved not only for his dancing, but for his beautiful, infectious spirit and energy.
Jojo: Finally Home is his never-before-told story, where he shares the experiences and challenges he’s faced – from growing up in Zamdela, a township in South Africa, as a young boy with a passion for dance (and playing with Barbies), to becoming the star he is today. Dance transformed Jojo’s future, giving him a tool to express himself – but as you will learn, this was not always easy.
Captivating and moving, these are Jojo’s tales of euphoric highs and all-time lows, of making history, of grief, love, family and opportunity. It is a celebration of him finally feeling at home in his own skin. These are the personal moments that have shaped him into the man he is today – someone who lives life to the full and believes that no mountain is insurmountable.
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Soul Color: A Ten Week Watercolor Painting Course to Cultivate Mindfulness and Creativity (Wellness & Green Living)
Soul Color is a ten-week watercolor painting course to cultivate mindfulness and creativity.Develop confidence to paint more intuitively, give yourself permission to enjoy the unexpected and make mistakes, deepen your meditation skills, and discover a new sense of reflective calm.
An art educator with over 20 years experience, Emma Burleigh shares her knowledge through workshops and courses. Her specialty is mindful watercolor painting: teaching students how to enjoy watercolor painting as a contemplative practice for self-discovery!
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iPhone 13 Pro Max: The Complete Photography Guide
Updated 10/27/21
Apple made the most sophisticated phone that we have ever seen and, with it, an amazing camera system. But how do you actually use it to take breathtaking photos?
No matter if you are new to photography or a seasoned pro, this book will detail all the tricks and tips to get you taking stunning photography in a snap!
The new iPhone 13 Pro Max is a beast of a camera. Apple reworked it from the ground up and presented us with an incredible tool, but unless you master it, you will always be held back from getting the great shots that are just beyond your reach. You don’t need any prior knowledge. We will start day one and quickly build a set of skills and techniques using simple methods with straightforward easy-to-understand examples to help take better photos on day one.
I break the book down into two chapters, beginner and advanced photography. In the beginning chapters, I walk you through compositions, what the difference between the brand new lenses are, your settings, improving selfies, low light photos and more. For anyone that wants to take the next step, there is a ton of additional material in the advanced chapters. The exposure triangle, shutter speed, advance portraits, filters, HDR shooting, landscapes and more!
This is the ultimate guide that will unlock your photos.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome!
Part One: Beginner’s Photography
The Three Lenses
Understanding the Camera UI
Settings
Square vs 4:3 vs. 16:9
Portrait vs. Landscape
Live Photo and should you use it?
Using the Grid
The Rule of Many Shots
Panorama
Burst Mode
Low Light Mode
Selfies
Sharing Photos
Part Two: Advanced Photography
Focus Lock
The Exposure Triangle
Exposure
The Rule of Thirds
Shutter Speed
Portraits
Portraits: Part Two
Portraits: Part Three
Using Filters
Landscape
HDR vs. no HDR
Looking for Different Angles
Wildlife Photography
City Photography
Food Photography
Apple ProRes RAW
Macro
Macro – Part One
Macro – Part Two
Cinematic Mode
Photographic Styles
The Golden Ratio
Hacking your Creativity
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The Complete Illustrated Guide to Islam: A Comprehensive Guide to the History, Philosophy and Practice of Islam Around the World, with More Than 500 Beautiful Illustrations
In the contemporary world the Islamic community is represented by around 1.4 billion people or twenty-five percent of the global population, from a wide range of ethnic, national linguistic, theological, political and socioeconomic backgrounds. This book comprehensively explores the life and work of Muhammad, the history of Islam, Islamic beliefs and doctrine, and religious practices and worship. Beautifully illustrated with more than 500 fine-art paintings, artworks, maps and photographs, and including a helpful timeline, it offers a comprehensive introduction to and overview of a complex and often misunderstood religion.Read more
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Chapter and Verse – New Order, Joy Division and Me
Founding member and guitarist of Joy Division and the lead singer of New Order, Bernard Sumner has been famous over the years for his reticence. Until now… An integral part of the Manchester music scene since the late 1970s, his is the definitive version of the events that created two of the most influential bands of all time.
Chapter and Verse includes a vivid and illuminating account of Bernard’s Salford childhood, the early days of Joy Division, the band’s enormous critical and popular success, and the subsequent tragic death of Ian Curtis. Bernard describes the formation of New Order, takes us behind the scenes at the birth of classics such as ‘Blue Monday’ and gives his first-hand account of the ecstasy and the agony of the Haçienda days.
Sometimes moving, often hilarious and occasionally completely out of control, this is a tale populated by some of the most colourful and creative characters in music history, such as Ian Curtis, Tony Wilson, Rob Gretton and Martin Hannett. Others have told parts of the story, in film and book form. Now, for the first time, Bernard Sumner gives you chapter and verse.
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Creative Inspiration: Vincent Van Gogh
Vincent van Gogh’s paintings are amongst the most iconic and admired in the world. The trials of his life and health are endlessly discussed but the extraordinary richness of his writings and depth of his thinking on creativity, art and beauty is less explored.In Creative Inspiration, Van Gogh’s writings have been edited and selected to create an enlightening, uplifting and helpful book for art lovers and creatives – amateurs and professionals alike.
150 carefully selected images illustrate these quotes, focusing on the sketches and drawings that reveal the rigour and ambition with which he approached his work.
The book is thematically divided – from Beginnings to Routine to Beauty – and his determination and charisma are shared through words and pictures.
A beautiful, and delightfully handy, art book that is designed to inspire.
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Dan Bennett 2024 – Diary – Buchkalender – Taschenkalender – 10×15: Magneto Diary
Magneto Diary Dan Bennett The subtleties of nature inspire Dan Bennett. Imaginatively interprets and arranges flowers, seeds and cells. Let Bennett’s world of colourful flowers and patterns inspire you to more relaxation, plan and organise your year with more peace! • Pocket calendar in the format 10 x 15 cm • One week at a glance • 6-language calendar • International holidays • Moon phases • Yearly overview and monthly overviews • Plenty of space for notes • Envelope with magnetic closure • Coloured attachment papers • Pocket for business cards etc. Thanks to the sophisticated features of this weekly calendar, the planning for the pleas: Inside you will find a ribbon page marker that quickly leads to the last entry, as well as a small pocket that can be used for business cards and others. Coloured attachment papers give the book calendar a special touch. With a practical magnetic closure, the appointment calendar can be securely closed. The calendar in six languages (English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch) reliably informs about important international holidays and the moon phases. Annual and monthly overviews provide even more overview. In a handy format of 10 x 15 cm, the striking mini diary is perfect for on the go. Full of attention to detail, this diary calendar 2023 is a charming gift – for your loved one or even for yourself. The publishing team wishes you a lot of fun with this attractive organiser!Read more
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The Geeky Chef Cookbook: Real-Life Recipes for Fantasy Foods (4)
Eat your way through the most legendary foods from the worlds of science fiction, fantasy, and more, with over 70 recipes of the most delicious and nerdiest eats as realistically imagined by Cassandra Reeder aka The Geeky Chef.Whether you binge sci-fi TV shows, rewatch cult films, get addicted to MMORPGs, or read all the fantasy book series, The Geeky Chef Cookbook has your fictional food fantasies covered.
For super fans of every variety, this leveled-upcookbook will soon have you unlocking achievements in the kitchen, no matter if you’re cooking for yourself, a friend, or even a viewing party. So, if you loveGame of Thrones, Legend of Zelda, Doctor Who, World ofWarcraft, Final Fantasy, Star Wars, or any other inspiring work of nerd content, set your stomach to empty and dive in.
Let your love for sci-fi or fantasy shine with The Geeky Chef series by creating food and drinks from your favorite shows, movies, and video games. Your cool, homemade, fiction-themed spread will make you the life of the party. Incredibly fun and creative, and colorfully designed, The Geeky Chef books make the perfect gift for the geek in your life who lives in a world of their own.
Other titles in this series include: Geeky Bartender Drinks, Geeky Chef Cookbook, Geeky Chef Drinks, and Geeky Chef Strikes Back.
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Just Kids: the National Book Award-winning memoir
Winner of the 2010 Non-Fiction National Book Award
Patti Smith’s definitive memoir is an evocative, honest and moving coming-of-age story of her extraordinary relationship with the artist Robert Mapplethorpe‘Sharp, elegiac and finely crafted’ Sunday Times
‘Terrifically evocative … The most spellbinding and diverting portrait of funky-but-chic New York in the late ’60s and ’70s that any alumnus has committed to print’ New York Times
‘Render, harrowing, often hilarious’ VogueIn 1967, a chance meeting between two young people led to a romance and a lifelong friendship that would carry each to international success never dreamed of. The backdrop is Brooklyn, Chelsea Hotel, Max’s Kansas City, Scribner’s Bookstore, Coney Island, Warhol’s Factory and the whole city resplendent. Among their friends, literary lights, musicians and artists such as Harry Smith, Bobby Neuwirth, Allen Ginsberg, Sandy Daley, Sam Shepherd, William Burroughs, etc. It was a heightened time politically and culturally; the art and music worlds exploding and colliding. In the midst of all this two kids made a pact to always care for one another. Scrappy, romantic, committed to making art, they prodded and provided each other with faith and confidence during the hungry years–the days of cous-cous and lettuce soup.
Just Kids begins as a love story and ends as an elegy. Beautifully written, this is a profound portrait of two young artists, often hungry, sated only by art and experience. And an unforgettable portrait of New York, her rich and poor, hustlers and hellions, those who made it and those whose memory lingers near.
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Disney Dreams Collection by Thomas Kinkade Studios: 2024 Wall Calendar
This 12-month wall calendar features a different full-color image from paintings such as Disney Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, Disney The Aristocats Love Under the Moon, Disney Maleficent, and Disney Cinderella Bringing Home the Tree.Features include:
- 12″ x 12″ (12″ x 24″ open)
- Fold-around cover design eliminates need for plastic packaging
- Printed on FSC certified paper with soy-based ink
- Planning spread for September–December 2023
- Spans January–December 2024
- Generous grid space for notes, appointments, and reminders
- Official major world holidays and observances
- Moon phases, based on Universal Time
- Full-color images from the Disney Dreams Collection by Thomas Kinkade Studios
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Little Book of Givenchy: The story of the iconic fashion house (Little Book of Fashion)
“It’s a fabulous thing to give life to fabric, to make something move well, the harmony of colour” – Hubert de Givenchy
Ever since Audrey Hepburn stood outside Tiffany’s, croissant in hand, Givenchy has been the last word in elegant couture. The clean, sweeping lines and classic, feminine silhouettes have enthralled women from the Duchess of Sussex to Kendall Jenner, all of whom adore the romanticism and sophistication of a Givenchy ensemble. More sculptor than designer, Hubert de Givenchy created a house that is utterly timeless.
This exquisitely illustrated volume explores the story behind the brand, from its creation in 1952 to its current leadership and designs. Through a carefully curated collection of finished designs, close-up details and key moments, this book shines a light on the dazzling world of Givenchy.
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Little Book of Burberry: The Story of the Iconic Fashion House: 16 (Little Book of Fashion)
From their heritage trenches and ubiquitous check to experimental red carpet looks, the House of Burberry is known worldwide for its covetable designs.
Sophisticated, simple, and quintessentially British, Burberry is beloved for its remarkable ability to straddle tradition and innovation. The allure of the ‘Burberry Girls’, like Cara Delevingne, Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell, epitomizes just what Burberry is about: aspiration, elegance and grace.
Featuring an exquisite range of photographs, from finished designs to close-up details and beautifully styled shots, this book pulls back the curtain on the story behind the brand. Touching on its humble beginnings in 1856, all the way up to its current designs, this invaluable reference is the definitive word on all things Burberry.
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Little Book of Alexander McQueen: The story of the iconic brand: 20 (Little Book of Fashion)
“Give me time and I’ll give you a revolution” – Alexander McQueen
Ever since its creation in 1992, the House of Alexander McQueen has been synonymous with drama, risk-taking and cutting-edge innovation. From iconic collaborations, like with Lady Gaga for her “Bad Romance” music video, to shockingly controversial runway shows like The Horn of Plenty, Alexander McQueen was beloved for his fantastical silhouettes and blurring of gender lines.
This exquisitely illustrated volume explores the story behind the House, from McQueen’s own early days to the current leadership of Sarah Burton. Through a carefully curated collection of finished designs, close-up details and sketches, this book pulls back the veil on the wonderful world of McQueen.
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Little Book of Versace: The Story of the Iconic Fashion House: 19 (Little Book of Fashion)
‘Don’t be into trends. Don’t make fashion own you, but you decide what you are, what you want to express by the way you dress…’ – Gianni Versace
From Elizabeth Hurley’s safety pin dress to Jennifer Lopez’s plunging green gown, Versace has always been a brand at the cutting edge of fashion. With a foot firmly placed in pop culture, Versace is beloved by fashionistas and celebrities alike, providing iconic moments like Lil Nas X’s gold armour at the 2021 Met Gala, many of Elton John’s eclectic tour outfits and the gown worn by Lady Diana in her posthumous tribute in Harper’s Bazaar.
Exquisitely illustrated and expertly written, this book explores the story of the brand, from its creation in 1978 by Gianni Versace to its iconic status today. Featuring images of red-carpet moments, key pieces and stunning catwalk shows, this is a fabulous collection of all things Versace.
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Little Book of Balenciaga: The Story of the Iconic Fashion House: 12 (Little Book of Fashion)
‘Haute couture is like an orchestra, whose conductor is Balenciaga. We other couturiers are the musicians and we follow the direction he gives’ – Christian Dior
The godfather of conceptual design, a master of shape, a true fashion game changer – all are accolades bestowed upon one of the most interesting, venerated and iconic couturiers of the twentieth century: Cristóbal Balenciaga. His pureness of line, the comfort of his garments and innovative work with textiles, colour and volume made a huge impact on twentieth-century fashion, with creations such as the babydoll, balloon and sack dresses still influencing fashion today.
Through stunning images and captivating text, Little Book of Balenciaga depicts the work and life of Balenciaga the couturier. Fashion historian Emmanuelle Dirix examines his legacy both through tracing the Maison’s artistic direction after his death, and the generations of designers influenced by the master himself.
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Little Book of Prada: The Story of the Iconic Fashion House: 6 (Little Book of Fashion)
Little Book of Prada is the pocket-sized and beautifully illustrated story of the legendary fashion house.
Understated elegance and luxury, technologically advanced fabrics and sublime originality of design are all hallmarks of the House of Prada. In this miniature monograph, Laia Farran Graves documents the history and heritage of the brand, from the company’s origins as a leather-goods manufacturer to the global fashion empire created by Miuccia Prada.
Little Book of Prada explores the evolutions and innovations of the brand, as well as a design ethos informed by an interest in minimalism and contemporary art. Images of individual garments, catwalk shots and fashion photography pay tribute to one of the world’s most influential fashion houses and the woman behind it, in a perfectly designed and stylish format that makes a perfect gift for any lover of fashion.
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Little Book of Vivienne Westwood: The story of the iconic fashion house: 22 (Little Book of Fashion)
Designer, punk, rebel, dame… Vivienne Westwood was all this and more. One of the main architects of the 1970s punk era, the inimitable Westwood refused to take fashion too seriously, finding unique and arresting ways to subvert tradition and challenge the status quo.
But her impact on the industry was more than ripped T-shirts. A master of tailoring and mistress of corsetry, she deconstructed street fashion and parodied English looks with tight waists, bustles and a zany take on tartan and Harris Tweed.
Clients include Dita Von Teese, FKA Twigs and Doja Cat, her signature designs have featured in Japanese manga, Nana, and having captivated the TikTok generation, her vintage pieces still go viral today.
Punk in both fashion and politics to the very end, Vivienne Westwood will remain an icon of fashion and feminism for generations to come.
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Little Book of Chanel by Lagerfeld: The Story of the Iconic Fashion Designer: 15 (Little Book of Fashion)
The House of Chanel is synonymous with not one, but two, iconic designers. First there was Gabrielle, and then there was Karl.
Chanel is a house known for its signatures that not only changed the course of fashion history but still resonate today – the Little Black Dress, the tweed suit, costume jewellery, Chanel No5. These signatures were inspired by Gabrielle Chanel’s taste, life experience and travels – but it was Karl Lagerfeld who took these signatures and ingeniously adapted them for the twenty-first century woman. From his first days at the helm of Chanel in the 1980s, to his creative application of the Chanel logo to everything from biker boots to a space rocket, King Karl’s reign at Chanel is nothing if not legendary.
Little Book of Chanel by Lagerfeld covers his most exquisite pieces, breathtaking catwalk shows and constant reinvention that have maintained Chanel as the most illustrious couture house in the world. Written by the bestselling author of Little Book of Chanel, this beautifully illustrated book is the essential guide to Lagerfeld’s tenure at Chanel.
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Little Book of Gucci: The Story of the Iconic Fashion House: 7 (Little Book of Fashion)
From its founding in Florence in 1921 as luggage supplier to the elite to its modern standing as purveyor of cult accessories and couture, the house of Gucci is a titan of the luxury fashion world. Over the last century, Gucci’s signature leather goods and decadent garments have elegantly combined the understated with the opulent, united under the covetable double G logo.
Little Book of Gucci tells the story of the brand’s beginnings as a luxury luggage and equestrian outfitter, recounting how the family overcame rifts and wartime hardship to be reborn as a giant of 1990s haute couture and, under Alessandro Michele’s current stewardship, made its mark on streetwear and a new generation of fans. Over 100 gorgeously curated images showcase Gucci’s edgy yet sensual designs, confirming its place as the most influential label of our times.
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British Library: Children’s Illustrators 2024 Desk Diary – Week to View, Illustrated on every page
Produced in partnership with the British Library, this diary showcases an enchanting selection of children’s book illustrations from their extensive collection. Featuring over 30 works from beloved stories such as Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, The Wind in the Willows and The Jungle Book, this practical and stylish week-to-view desk diary is a wonderful gift or a treat for yourself. Printed on FSC-certified paper.Read more
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Karma: My Autobiography: ‘The most entertaining music memoir since Elton John’ Observer
THE OFFICIAL STORY OF A MUSICAL ICON – TOLD IN FULL FOR THE FIRST TIME IN HIS OWN WORDS‘Funny, smart and heartbreaking. Incredible… go listen to it or read it.’ Robbie Williams
‘In what might be the most entertaining music memoir since Elton John’s Me, Boy George’s Karma weaves a meandering path through several decades’ of fame, success, crash and burn, before delivering him into a kind of autumnal meditative serenity… This is George O’Dowd in all his exhausting glory.’ Observer
‘Joyously indiscreet’ Daily Mail
‘I went to a lot of trouble to create Boy George and then I went through a whole battle for years about not wanting to be him. But now I enjoy and embrace it in a way that I wasn’t able to as a young person…. I’m finally learning to be George Alan O’Dowd from Eltham.’
Karma is the definitive autobiography from the incomparable Grammy, Brit and Ivor Novello award-winning lead singer of Culture Club and LGBTQ+ vanguard: Boy George. Told in his inimitable style, Karma tells the story of the charismatic frontman – the drama, the music, his journey of addiction and recovery, surviving prison, meeting legends like David Bowie, Prince and Madonna, and the highs and lows of a life lived in the spotlight and in the headlines.
This is the explosive and searingly honest account of Boy George’s life as a child growing up in sixties London, coming out to his Irish Catholic family and exploring his sexuality through the hedonism of the seventies – the glam rock and punk rock revolution that birthed Culture Club – and the heydays of the nineties, to finally embracing the man and artist that he is today. With all the humour, honesty, sarcasm (and hats!) that you’d expect, Karma gives us a unique insight into Boy George’s incredible story and the true evolution of a music icon.
‘Culture Club is always going to be one of those lovers I go back to. I’ve railed against it and that Boy George character I created. For years I convinced myself I was a creature of habit, unchangeable, immovable. But eventually you have to look in the mirror. Not looking for spots, looking for something deeper. Why the hell am I here? I would say life is the point of life.’
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Fearless: The instant Sunday Times bestseller, the new how to guide to find your style, boost your confidence and live your best life
Find your style.
Increase your confidence.
Uplift your life.
‘Everything you could ever want for any age of woman. This book will change your life.’ – Davina McCall
Throughout my life, I have encountered fear and I know how much it has stopped me in my tracks. I want every woman to be able to move forward, to feel empowered at every stage of their lives.
This manual includes all the advice you might expect. Whether you need help with how to dress, defining your style, finding out the colours that suit you or understanding the right beauty routine for the skin you have now, FEARLESS contains it all.
But the most important thing that I have come to know is that life is not just about how we look – it’s about gaining the knowledge we need to navigate whatever life throws at us. So, I’ve included a life section to share what I’ve learned along the way, the everyday barriers that impact my confidence and how I feel. In each chapter I set you a practical challenge, because there is a big difference between reading and action – it is action that propels us and allows us to make positive change in your own life. To represent the different ages, shapes, styles and attitudes I cover, the inspiring Trinny Tribers from around the world have all come together to share too.
I very much hope this book will help and inspire you. I look forward to sharing this new journey with you. We can all thrive and live fearlessly.
With practical fashion, beauty, health, and life advice, everyone will be able to transform their self-confidence, to look and feel great in a holistic and inspiring, yet achievable way.
Trinny Woodall’s book ‘Fearless’ was a No.2 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 11-09-2023.
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Asterix: Asterix and the White Iris: Album 40
The latest adventure from our indomitable hero and his friends!
A strange new philosophy is gaining popularity amongst the Roman soldiers, spearheaded by the charismatic Isivertuus. When its enchanting influence reaches the Gauls, everything they once held dear is turned upside down.
As news of the dire situation reaches Asterix and Obelix, they embark on a thrilling quest to confront Isivertuus and restore the indomitable spirit of the Gauls. Armed with their trademark humour, bravery, and trusty magic potion, can our heroic duo save the Chief’s wife and break the spell of the White Iris?
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Voice Over Secrets: 22 Successful Voice Actors & Voice Over Artists Share Their Best Experience-Based Tips
Are you here because you’ve been told you have a ‘great voice’? Are you pivoting, just starting out or have you been in the industry for a while and hit a wall? Are you feeling a little lost, isolated or struggling with consistency?You’re in the right place.22 professionals give their best insights on the voice over industry.Bypass years of trial and error and learn from those that have been where you want to be.”Deep, honest, inspirational and timeless. Voice Over Secrets is a must read.”Editor:Elroy ‘Spoonface’ PowellSpoon The Voice Guy @spoonface1 Number 1 Selling Artist, the voice of Switch Guarantee with appearances in Jingle Jangle, Fighting With My Family and more.Contributors:Abi Phillips, Alex Maude, Bhav Parmar, Carrie Afrin, Clare Reeves,Daisy Porter, Daniel Relf, Della Phillips, Donna-Louise Bryan, ElisabethValentine, EmmaWheeler, Lorraine Ansell, Lucy Ellis,Malk Williams, Mel Parker, Nano Nagle, Noelle Adames, Paul Rose,Ramesh Mahtani, Thomas Machin, Vicky Tessio and Elroy ‘Spoonface’ Powell (Editor)Read more
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Talking Theatre: Interviews with Theatre People
The Sunday Times Theatre Book of the year. Ian McKellen, Judi Dench, Stephen Sondheim, Arthur Miller, Alan Ayckbourn, John Gielgud, Tom Stoppard and many more talk about the stories behind some of the most important and successful theatre productions and performances of recent times. Shortly after he left the directorship of the National Theatre, Richard Eyre embarked on a series of interviews with people who had played a significant part in making and influencing the theatre of the second half of the twentieth century. Forty of these interviews – threaded through with Eyre’s own commentary – are published in this new paperback edition. Talking Theatre is a fascinating and revealing insight into the world and mindset of the artists and creative talent who have shaped – and continue to shape – modern theatre.Read more
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Harry Potter Divination Crystal Ball: Lights Up! (RP Minis; Harry Potter)
This officially licensed, finely detailed light-up collectible replica of the crystal ball from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry’s divination class is a perfect gift for fans of the Wizarding World.
* SPECIFICATIONS: Mini crystal ball set on an intricately designed elephant base; ball and base are approximately 3 inches tall
* LIGHTS UP: Ball illuminates when light switch is turned on
* BOOK INCLUDED: Set includes mini book of quotes and behind-the-scenes information from the Harry Potter films, featuring full-color photography throughout
* PERFECT GIFT: A unique gift for fans of the wizarding world
* OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic collectibleRead more
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Harry Potter Time-Turner Kit (Revised, All-Metal Construction) (Rp Minis)
* Specifications: This deluxe, life-size all-metal replica of the time-turner features rotating inner rings, a functional hourglass, and engraving; measures approximately 2 inches in diameter, and is complete with a chain, perfect for wearing or displaying
* Authentic replica: This sleek time turner is based on the time turner Hermione Granger uses in the Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban film
* Book included: A 48-page 2-1/2 x 3 inch book features information about the time turner and its uses along with quotes and images from the movies
* Perfect present: A unique gift for fans of the Wizarding World
* Officially licensed: Authentic collectible
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Victorian Domestic Architectural Plans and Details: v. 1 (Dover Architecture)
Rare treasury of floor plans, elevations, perspective drawings for houses and cottages in Queen Anne, Eastlake, Elizabethan, Colonial, other styles. Large engraved plates also contain scaled drawings of nearly 700 architectural details. Invaluable resource for restorers, preservationists, students, etc. 734 black-and-white illustrations. Preface.Read more
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Boogie Woogie Piano – Fast Forward Series: Riffs, Licks and Tricks You Can Learn Today! (Fast Forward (Music Sales))
(Music Sales America). This exciting series of instrumental instruction books includes complete music plus easy-to-follow instructions, tips and advice. The accompanying CDs allow you to listen and play along to the matching audio tracks. These user-friendly book/CD packs provide riffs, licks, chords & tricks you can learn now, and easily incorporate into your own playing style! Create the boogie sounds of such great pianists as Jools Holland and Jelly Roll Morton. Develop authentic left-hand rhythmic patterns and sparkling riffs. Discover the secrets of syncopation, arpeggios, grace notes, and other essential boogie techniques.Read more
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Over the Top and Back: The Autobiography
‘For a lot of years, I’ve answered a lot of questions, but have never told my story before.’
Across six decades, Sir Tom Jones has maintained a vital career in a risky, unstable business notorious for the short lives of its artists. With a drive that comes from nothing but the love for what he does, he breaks through and then wrestles with the vagaries of the music industry, the nature of success and its inevitable consequences. Having recorded an expansive body of work and performed with fellow artists from across the spectrum and across every popular music genre, from rock, pop and dance to country, blues and soul, the one constant throughout has been his unique musical gifts and unmistakable voice.
But how did a boy from a Welsh coal-mining family attain success across the globe? And how has he survived the twists and turns of fame and fortune to not only stay exciting, but actually become more credible and interesting with age? In this, his first ever autobiography, Tom revisits his past and tells the tale of his journey from wartime Pontypridd to LA and beyond. He reveals the stories behind the ups and downs of his fascinating and remarkable life, from the early heydays to the subsequent fallow years to his later period of artistic renaissance.
It’s the story nobody else knows or understands, told by the man who lived it, and written the only way he knows how: simply and from the heart. Raw, honest, funny and powerful, this is a memoir like no other from one of the world’s greatest ever singing talents.
This is Tom Jones and Over the Top and Back is his story.
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Pride, Pop and Politics
Pride, Pop and Politics charts the development of gay culture and the rise of LGBTQ politics in the UK, from the formation of the Gay Liberation Front to the present day, through the music that provided the soundtrack.Fifty years on from Britain’s first Pride march, the long road to LGBT equality continues. Through protest songs and gay club nights, street theatre activism and fundraising concerts, the performing arts have played an influential role in each great stride made.With new interviews with musicians and DJs, performers and activists, including Andy Bell, Jayne County, John Grant, Horse McDonald and Peter Tachell, Pride, Pop and Politics hears from those whose art has been influenced by the campaign for LGBT rights – and helped push it forward.This informative, eye-opening book is the first to focus on the relationship between gay nightlife and political activism in Britain.Darryl W. Bullock won the prestigious Penderyn Music Book Prize in 2022 with The Velvet Mafia, a thrilling account of the gay men who ran the swinging sixties.Read more
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