Kunst og kultur

"A survey history of architectural theory since 1900, with an emphasis on the applicability of such ideas to other disciplines in the visual arts"--

A charming, illustrated gift book combining two timelessly stylish subjects - Audrey Hepburn and the city of Paris.Both classic, both inimitable, both fashion icons - Audrey Hepburn and Paris are a match made in heaven. Falling in love with the city at a young age, Audrey returned to Paris again and again in some of her most celebrated films (Sabrina, Funny Face, How to Steal a Million, Charade) wearing outfits from her favourite Parisian couturier, Hubert de Givenchy, and creating some of the most significant fashion moments of the twentieth century.Audrey in Paris brings together over 100 stunning photographs of her most iconic moments in the city, from film stills and behind-the-scenes shots to candid images of Audrey enjoying the city as a visitor. The book also includes a bespoke illustrated map showing her favourite spots. While dozens of successful books on Audrey have been published, this will be the first to document her time in the city of light.Tapping into Audrey's status as a fashion idol, which spans across the generations, as well as Paris's status as the world's capital of elegance, Audrey in Paris combines the gifty charm of How to be Parisian Wherever You Are with Audrey's forever appeal as a fashion muse.Gorgeous finishes will make this a stylish gift book to be treasured for years to come.

Der international renommierte Künstler und Fotograf Hiroshi Sugimoto hat durch seine ausgiebigen Erkundungen der Möglichkeiten von Fotografie einige der verführerischsten und rätselhaftesten Bildwerke unserer Zeit geschaffen. Hiroshi Sugimoto: Time Machine bieteteinen umfassenden Überblick über die Arbeiten der letzten fünf Jahrzehnte. Die Publikation vereint seine wichtigsten fotografischen Serien wie Theaters und Seascapes, bis zu weniger bekannten Werken, die seinen innovativen, konzeptionellen Ansatz beleuchten. Beiträgevon internationalen Schriftsteller*innen, Künstler*innen und Wissenschaftler*innen - darunter James Attlee, Allie Biswas, David Chipperfield, Edmund de Waal, Mami Kataoka, Ralph Rugoff, Lara Strongman und Margaret Wertheim - beleuchten seine philosophische und zugleich spielerische Auseinandersetzung mit unserem Verständnis von Zeit und Erinnerung sowie dem paradoxen Charakter der Fotografie zwischen Dokumentation und Erfindung. HIROSHI SUGIMOTO (*1948, Tokio) stellte mit seinen enigmatischen Werken das Verständnis von Fotografie als objektiver Kunstform grundlegend in Frage. Nach seinem Studium der Soziologie und Politologie in Tokio und seinem Fotografiestudium in Los Angeles Anfang der 1970er-Jahre, zog er 1974 nach New York, wo seine erste Serie Dioramas entstand. Sein besonderes Interesse gilt der Architektur, abstrakten Formen und nicht greifbaren Phänomenen.

Sculptor and printmaker Kim Lim (1936-1997) had a lifelong fascination with space and its relationship with two- and three-dimensions. This important new publication explores her outstanding body of work. In a series of fascinating chapters, leading art-world specialists survey the artist's rich career and legacy across four decades. Exploring Lim's profound contribution to the development of modern British abstract art, her marginalisation in the histories of sculpture since her death is questioned. Through reproductions of Lim's work in wood, metal, stone and paper, the artist's shape-shifting oeuvre, which continually probed relationships between space, light and form, is rightfully brought centre stage. Including discussion of Lim's Asian heritage and its connection to her work, this publication is essential reading for all those seeking new perspectives on both Lim and British art history more broadly.

An updated authorized edition of Isabelle Fiemeyer¿s literary biography of Coco Chanel, which demystifies the legendary designer¿s life. Coco Chanel was an emancipated fashion revolutionary. Raised by nuns in an orphanage, and starting out as a café and nightclub singer, she rose to become a star of the world of couture and a byword for stylish elegance. Chanel¿s association with senior Nazi officers in Occupied Paris during the Second World War is well known. As a former friend of British wartime Prime Minister Winston Churchill, she was recruited unknowingly, it seems, as a German informer. Chanel used her contacts to secure the release of her beloved nephew from a prison camp. Featuring unpublished and exclusive content based on first-hand interviews with Chanel¿s great-niece and confidante, this meticulously researched biography tells the true story of the twentieth century¿s most celebrated yet enigmatic fashion icon.

Numerous publications and exhibitions have examined Jean-Michel Basquiat's extensive oeuvre that consists of more than 3000 works. This catalogue, however, focuses on eight paintings: In the summer of 1982, Basquiat traveled to Modena, Italy, for one of his first solo exhibitions in Europe at the gallery of Emilio Mazzoli. Within just a few days, he painted a group of large-format paintings that surpassed his previous work not only in terms of their scale. Each at least two by four meters in size, they mark his transition from graffiti spraying in the streets of Manhattan to painting on canvas. At the same time, they reflect an artist coming into his own. The paintings¿including masterpieces that today are considered pivotal and among the most outstanding of his oeuvre¿have never been shown together. This catalogue revisits this crucial moment of Basquiat's career some 40 years ago and reunites them for the first time.JEAN-MICHEL BASQUIAT (1960-1988, New York) is one of the most important artists of the 20th century. Emerging from the underground post-punk scene in Lower Manhattan, he attracted the attention of the art world in 1981 with the legendary group exhibition New York/New Wave. In nine prolific years, he created an oeuvre that formulated a new visual language of raw gestural painting fused with dense writing, and repeatedly reflected the oppression, exclusion and exploitation of Black people.

A visually stunning, intimate photographic tour of Pompeii¿s spaces, including many that have never been seen by the public. Pompeii, one of the most astonishing and well-preserved sites of classical antiquity, is also one of the world¿s most visited architectural sites. This lavish volume takes readers on a tour of Pompeii through an array of visually compelling and original photographs by Italian artist Luigi Spina. Produced in partnership with the Parco Archeologico di Pompei, readers are expertly guided through the Roman city¿s nine districts, including many hidden corners that are inaccessible to most visitors. Pompeii¿s architecture is a central feature of the images, which were shot at all times of day, in all seasons, and in natural light. Lacy peristyles and rows of column fragments give way to intimate, atmospheric interior spaces. Mosaic floors and beautiful ¿ albeit fragmentary ¿ wall paintings are reproduced with stunning fidelity and sensitivity. The book also includes an essay by Gabriel Zuchtriegel, director of the Pompeii archaeological park, and several meditations on the history, architecture and natural beauty of the city. Inside Pompeii provides the wondrous experience of wandering through this remarkable site without ever leaving home.

COLOUR. THIS IS THE WAY.With detailed character artwork featuring favourite characters such as Grogu, Kuiil, IG-11 and more, and iconic locations including Nevarro and Tatooine, fans of all ages will love exploring the world of The Mandalorian.Streaming on Disney Plus, The Mandalorian is the first live-action series in the Star Wars franchise. Beginning five years after the events of Return of the Jedi, a lone bounty hunter, Din Djarin, seeks out his bounty on behalf of the Client. When the Mandalorian discovers that his bounty is a child, he chooses to protect the foundling. Also available: Star Wars Colouring Book, Volume 1.

"Doyle's modesty of language conceals a profound tolerance of the human complexity"-John Le Carr "Every Writer owes something to Holmes." -T.S. EliotWhile the controversy of Psychic Photography was gripping the early 20th Century United Kingdom, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle set out to investigate the most notable cases. In The Case for Spirit Photography, he aimed to defend the validity of capturing images of spirits with a camera. The spectacle of spirit photography had become popular in the late 19th Century, but by the 1920's The Crewe Circle, an infamous English spiritualist group had become the center of a national controversy attacking spirit photography as a hoax.Doyle, a leader of the Spiritualist movement, wrote this investigation in defense of the group, and conjointly looks at other cases of supernatural incidences. As we face current public figures dismissive of empirical scientific evidence, this is a fascinating look at the intrigue of conviction. As the writer of one of fictions most colorful and abiding detectives, Doyle's deductions in The Case for Spirit Photography are enthralling. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Case is both modern and readable.

A beautifully illustrated history of the many inventive, poetic, and beautiful ways in which color swatches have been selected and staged The need to categorize and communicate color has mobilized practitioners and scholars for centuries. Color Charts describes the many different methods and ingenious devices developed since the fifteenth century by doctors, naturalists, dyers, and painters to catalog fragments of colors. With the advent of industrial society, manufacturers and merchants developed some of the most beautiful and varied tools ever designed to present all the available colors. Thanks to them, society has discovered the abundance of color embodied in a plethora of materials: cuts of fabric, leather, paper, and rubber; slats of wood and linoleum; delicate skeins of silk; careful deposits of paint and pastels; fragments of lipstick; and arrangements of flower petals. These samples shape a visual culture and a chromatic vocabulary and instill a deep desire for color. Anne Varichon traces the emergence of modern color charts from a set of processes developed over the centuries in various contexts. She presents illuminating examples that bring this remarkable story to life, from ancient writings revealing attention to precise shade to contemporary designers' color charts, dyers' notebooks, and Werner's famous color nomenclature. Varichon argues that color charts have linked generations of artists, artisans, scientists, industrialists, and merchants, and have played an essential and enduring role in the way societies think about color. Drawing on nearly two hundred documents from public and private collections, almost all of them previously unpublished, this wonderfully illustrated book shows how the color chart, in its many distinct forms and expressions, is a practical tool that has transcended its original purpose to become an educational aid and subject of contemplation worthy of being studied and admired.

Learn Authentic Rhythm & Lead Parts for Reggae, Ska, Rocksteady, Dub and MoreIt's no understatement to say that reggae music forever changed the world. A compelling mix of soul, jazz, R&B and Jamaican mento, it's the ultimate feel good music with its hypnotic, laidback grooves.The Reggae & Ska Guitar Book is a one-of-a-kind guide to the guitar styles at the heart of reggae. In fact, it's is a chronological guide to the development of reggae through the decades and shows how to play its many sub-genres with authentic, stylistically accurate guitar parts. Your journey includes scheduled stops at:Ska, the early years - how American R&B combined with elements of calypso and mentoRocksteady - the bridge between the original ska and later reggae erasReggae - the emergence of seminal groups including Bob Marley & The WailersDub - how versions or "doubles" creatively expanded the sound of reggaeSka revival - an offshoot of the punk/mod eras, explore the sounds of The Specials, Madness, The Selecter and moreThe Third Wave - how ska burst upon the US from a California-based revival, with bands like Reel Big Fish, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones and SublimeLovers Rock - reggae surfaces again, this time combining the sweet melodic soul of Motown with laidback Jamaican groovesGoing Full Circle - how reggae influenced world music and artists such as Paul Simon, Eric Clapton and The PoliceDancehall and Beyond - fusing island musical sensibilities with hip-hop, dancehall adopted a new type of reggae drum groove that has influenced countless contemporary pop records ever sinceLearn the Essential Techniques of Reggae GuitarWith each sub-genre of reggae and ska came refinements and changes to the role of the guitar. There is so much more to it than hitting chord stabs on the up-beats! You'll learn...The skank groove that forms the backbone of the ska soundStylistically accurate major and minor chord voicingsHow to introduce double-stops, triplet ideas and sliding articulationsSingle-note pentatonic riffs and fillsHow to play the chicken scratch technique pioneered by Hux BrownUsing delay pedal effects to expand your sonic arsenalAdding jazz, rock 'n' roll licks, and even modal scales to spice up single-note accompaniments in the style of the greatsThe rhythms and approach of the ska-punk movement of the Third Wave

Winnie Wednesday's dreams have come true. She passed the deadly hunter trials,her family has been welcomed back into the Luminaries, and she has become a localcelebrity. Unfortunately, no one believes her about the new nightmare called theWhisperer killing hunters each night. As bodies and secrets pile up around town,Winnie must question what it means to be a true Wednesday and a true Luminary.

âEUR¿If you want real food, food security and a truly biodiverse countryside, please, please read this book.âEUR(TM) John Lewis-Stempel, author of Meadowland âEUR¿[A] timely response to those who are constructing a dystopia of farms without farmers, food without farms, while promoting more industrialisation of the food system.âEUR(TM) Vandana Shiva, activist and author of Terra VivaâEUR¿Brilliant and compelling âEUR¿ at once hopeful and persuasive about the future of food.âEUR(TM) Dan Barber, chef at Blue HillNamed the Inc. Non-Obvious Book Awards 'Best Books of 2023'Saying NO to a Farm-Free Future is a powerful and timely response to the ongoing search for our sustainable food future. In the face of ongoing food, energy and environmental crises, Chris Smaje, farmer and social scientist, has become one of the most prescient voices on the future of farming. In his new book, he explores the false promises and unconsidered consequences of food techno-solutions advocated by ecomodernists like George Monbiot, arguing that we should not divorce ourselves from rural living and must embrace a future that includes farming. Saying NO to a Farm-Free Future passionately argues for scaling up the pro-nature principles of low-energy, biodiverse and agroecological farming, and for putting the power back into the hands of small-scale farmers and producers, and the local communities that support them. âEUR¿A case for a rural agricultural landscape that delivers food without wrecking the planetâEUR(TM). Jake Fiennes, author of Land HealerâEUR¿Everyone in the food business needs to read this âEUR¿ lively and superbly written polemic.âEUR(TM) Joel Salatin, co-founder of Polyface Farm

THE ELECTRIFYING NEW ADVENTURE OF THE NUMA CREW, FROM THE GRAND MASTER OF ADVENTURE, CLIVE CUSSLERA terrifying discovery. A cutting-edge weapon. A life-or-death showdown in the skies . . . A distress call from a nearby freighter in the Caribbean brings a NUMA training mission to an abrupt halt. Leaping into action, Kurt Austin and Joe Zavala locate the damaged vessel, where they make an eerie discovery. The captain lies face down and clutched beneath him - an empty shotgun. When Kurt and Joe search for clues, the situation grows stranger - and more dangerous. Lying hidden in wait are the rest of the crew: paranoid, disoriented and ready to fight. Could a mind-altering sickness have struck down an entire ship? Or is something much more sinister going on? Following the crew's tale of mysterious lights leads Kurt and Joe to a cadre of Cuban mercenaries, and when they learn of their plan to use magnificent modern airships to hijack a nuclear submarine, this impromptu mission moves from the seas to the skies. Faced with an irrepressible enemy and a new arena of fighting, stopping this plot could be the NUMA crew's toughest task yet... Praise for Clive Cussler: The Adventure King - Sunday Express Cussler is hard to beat - Daily Mail Just about the best in the business - New York Post

From the world of Netflix's Umbrella Academy comes The Commission Handbook, an in-world guide to protecting the time space continuum

We have done with great success many specials in the past 2 years including "Brett Ratner Rush Hour Special, Jackie Chan Special, Sammo Hung Special, and Angela Mao special, This time we dedicate an issue to one of my favorites "Yuen Biao".Yuen Biao is one that should not be overlooked. Despite his impressive athleticism, comedic timing, and acrobatics, Biao is often overshadowed by his peers, Sammo Hung and Jackie Chan. But it's time to give this Peking Opera School alumnus the recognition he deserves.Join us as we delve into the world of Yuen Biao from his early career as a stuntman and extra to his transition into a full-fledged lead, we'll explore the films that showcase Biao's versatility, athleticism, and comedic timingWith some great Articles includingPaul Bramhills" Yeun Biao - Once upon a time in the '90s A retrospective of his most overlooked decade"The Three Legends of Hong Kong Cinema: Sammo Hung, Jackie Chan, and Yuen BiaoYuen Biao - The Seven Little FortunesYuen Biao: Leading Man of ActionYuen Biao Memorabilia sectionJustyn Hughes reviews Five films from the '90sYeun Biao - Photogalleryplus lots more.

First Floor started small. At first it was just a newsletter, an outlet where veteran electronic music journalist Shawn Reynaldo could write and share his ideas without having to contend with outside editors or cater to social media algorithms. It was a blank canvas, and Reynaldo began to fill it with his extended thoughts on not just electronic music itself but the culture and industry that surrounded it. His first few missives went out to only a handful of people, but as the months went by and his writings increasingly became a focal point of discussions within the wider electronic music world, Reynaldo came to a surprising realization: people were actually reading this thing. Just a few years later, First Floor now stands as one of electronic music's most influential platforms, particularly as Reynaldo continues to put many of the genre's thorniest issues under the microscope. First Floor Volume 1 collects his most thought-provoking pieces and provides a nuanced, wide-ranging look at contemporary electronic music culture as it comes to grips with systemic challenges and a time of profound transformation. Whether he's taking a hard look at the genre's futurist ethos, questioning the practices of the modern music press or mapping out what motivates dance music's newest generation, Reynaldo applies an undeniably critical lens, but his words are informed by decades of experience, a genuine passion for the subject matter and an open-minded outlook toward whatever changes lie ahead.

Too Late, a riveting novel by the renowned author Colleen Hoover, is a must-read for any literary enthusiast. Published in the summer of 2023, this book is a testament to Hoover's exceptional storytelling abilities. The narrative unfolds in a way that captivates the reader, taking them on a journey that is both engaging and thought-provoking. The genre of the book is a fascinating blend of mystery and romance, keeping the reader hooked until the very last page. Published by the Little, Brown Book Group, a publishing house known for its high-quality publications, Too Late is a book that truly stands out in the literary world. Written in English, this novel is a testament to Hoover's ability to create a world that is both realistic and fantastical. Don't miss out on this extraordinary reading experience.

Award-winning and bestselling 'powerhouse' author Kennedy Ryan is back with a compelling new novel in her Skyland series, following Before I Let Go.Why readers love Before I Let Go . . .'Real, raw, magnificent - Before I Let Go is the beautiful angst I love to read' COLLEEN HOOVER'Breathtaking, gut-wrenching, viscerally romantic' TALIA HIBBERT'SPECTACULAR! If you love angst with the most satisfying payoff, Before I Let Go is for you' CHRISTINA LAUREN'Kennedy Ryan pours her whole soul into everything she writes, and it makes for books that are heart-searing, sensual, and life affirming. We are lucky to be living in a world where she writes' EMILY HENRY'Fans of Colleen Hoover will love this beautiful, unforgettable, oh-so-real second-chance romance whose characters will stay in your heart long after reading' JILL SHALVIS'Kennedy Ryan writes modern romance with such emotion and beauty. Her stories are guaranteed to break your heart and then they heal it, each and every time' KYLIE SCOTT'A gorgeously poignant story of healing, family and love' HELEN HOANG'Every page is perfection' FARRAH ROCHON'Devastating, thought provoking, and so hopeful, this deeply romantic second-chance love story brought out all my emotions. This book is stunningly beautiful' FARAH HERON'Challenging, bracing, so evocative, and so REAL' KATE CLAYBORN'A beautifully told story full of hope, sorrow, and healing, a true testament to the power of love' ALEXANDRIA HOUSE

We are all a complex mixture of the elemental energies identified by many different cultures throughout history: Earth, Air, Fire, Water - and a fifth element called Quintessence or Spirit. As an actor, you need to be able to access each of them, so that you can draw on whichever element you need to bring your role fully into life.In The Elemental Actor, Mel Churcher explores these deep, primal drives, and gives you practical tools to harness them to make your work more powerful and alive. Her unique approach combines elements of actor training, voice work and movement to increase your range and help you bring depth, specificity and intensity to your performance.The book includes over one hundred games and exercises to help you explore each of the elements, incorporate this work into your practice, and apply it to the world of your role. There are also tips for preparing for auditions and dealing with performance anxiety, as well as advice on how to stay healthy in body, voice and mind.Offering an everlasting palette that will enrich any performance, whether on stage or screen, The Elemental Actor will help you release the wellspring of your imagination, and put elemental power into your work.

Season of the Witch is a captivating novel penned by the talented author, Cathi Unsworth. Published in 2023 by Bonnier Books Ltd, this book has quickly gained attention in the literary world. The story falls under a genre that blends mystery with a touch of the supernatural, making it a thrilling read from start to finish. Unsworth, known for her gripping narratives and well-crafted characters, does not disappoint with this latest addition to her repertoire. The publication year, 2023, marks a significant milestone in Unsworth's career, as this is the year she introduces us to a new world of intrigue and suspense. Bonnier Books Ltd, the publisher of this novel, is renowned for bringing quality literature to readers worldwide, and Season of the Witch is no exception. This book is a must-read for fans of Unsworth and newcomers to her work alike. It's available in English, making it accessible to a broad audience. Dive into Season of the Witch and experience the mastery of Cathi Unsworth's storytelling.

Treasure your magical wedding memories and enduring love with this elegant wedding guest book inspired by Harry Potter™.Housed within a luxurious vegan leather case with a ribbon marker, this 9.125" x 7.25" guest book contains 144 pages for your guests to fill with personal messages and special memories. ICONIC IMAGERY: Featuring a stunning gold foil design of “Always” on the front cover along with beautifully designed pages within, this guest book makes a spectacular addition to any Harry Potter™ fan’s wedding. MAGICAL MOMENTS: With space for guests to leave their names and personal messages, this guest book becomes a cherished keepsake. Look back fondly on your special day and feel the love from your friends and family all over again. SCRAPBOOK PAGES: The 43 pages of scrapbook space provide you and guests with plenty of room to add pictures and other treasured mementos from your wedding day. INVITATION SET, THANK YOU CARDS, AND MORE ALSO AVAILABLE: Expand your collection with more coordinating Wizarding World™-inspired event stationery from Insights, including Harry Potter: Hogwarts™ Invitation Set, Harry Potter: Thank You Boxed Cards, and Harry Potter: Hogwarts™ Wax Sticker Seal Set.

A new artist’s book, created by Gerhard Richter, that explores abstraction and chance in art and writing“The 100 Abstract Pictures shown here originated about five years ago, when I poured enamel paints on a fifty-by-fifty centimeter glass plate. The paints then flowed into one another without completely mixing. Thus they produced countless ephemeral abstract pictures, which I captured in photographs. These pictures are juxtaposed in the book with text formations that were generated at random.” —Gerhard Richter, 2023 With a career spanning more than sixty years, the renowned painter Gerhard Richter is one of the greatest artists of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Debuting alongside Richter's first exhibition at David Zwirner, featuring new abstract works created between 2016 and 2022, this book celebrates his continued dedication to experimentation and innovation. An artwork of its own, this intimate volume inspires both close looking and a beautiful interpretation of abstraction.

"Corita Kent, formerly Sister Mary Corita, is known for her exuberant, colorful serigraphs and her teaching, as evidenced in her lively art classes. As a Catholic nun from 1936 until 1968, Corita lived and worked in the Immaculate Heart of Mary community in Los Angeles. She taught lettering and layout, image finding, and art structure for 20 years in Immaculate Heart College's art department. There, she screened multiple films simultaneously, hosted guest thinkers including Saul Bass, Buckminster Fuller and John Cage, and guided the making of large-scale collaborative projects with students. Corita regularly took her students out for looking sessions at a used car lot or an art exhibition. While constantly looking and discovering visually, Corita shot thousands of 35 mm slides documenting references, the IHC milieu and the art department processes. For Corita, the vernacular environs of advertising, supermarkets and the city's media landscape were a source of inspiration and raw material. Her slide collection encompasses a wide range of subjects: cookies, coke bottles, toys, presents,experiments, projects, Mary's Day celebrations stemming from Corita's classroom, flowers, magazines, seeds, puppets, visits with Charles and Ray Eames, street signs, trade fairs, folk art, boxes, billboards and kites. Drawing from the Corita Art Center's vast slide collection, Ordinary Things Will Be Signs for Us embodies Corita's philosophy of looking"

'An incredible and stirring story . . . a mix of competition, camaraderie as well as a larky sense of adventure . . . Down goes the flag. Smash goes the bottle. Shards of emerald glass and champagne spume catch the light. The race from Peking to Paris has begun' Spectator'And it's Go, Go, Go . . . A captivating history of a seemingly impossible journey and one of the most challenging endurance trials in the history of motoring . . . Skillful researcher and fine storyteller, St Clair's narrative is full of surprises . . . Fabulous . . . she hopes to follow Prince Borghese on his heroic journey and - if you share my absorbed interest in her adventurous narrative you may want to emulate her. See you there?' Miranda Seymour, Literary Review10 June 1907, Peking. Five cars set off in a desperate race across two continents on the verge of revolution.An Italian prince and his chauffeur, a French racing driver, a conman and various journalists battle over steep mountain ranges and across the arid vastness of the Gobi Desert. The contestants need teams of helpers to drag their primitive cars up narrow gorges, lift them over rough terrain and float them across rivers. Petrol is almost impossible to find, there are barely any roads, armed bandits and wolves lurk in the forests. Updates on their progress, sent by telegram, are eagerly devoured by millions in one of the first ever global news stories. Their destination: Paris. More than its many adventures, the Peking-to-Paris provided the impetus for profound change. The world of 1907 is poised between the old and the new: communist regimes will replace imperial ones in China and Russia; the telegraph is transforming modern communication and the car will soon displace the horse. In this book bestselling author Kassia St Clair traces the fascinating stories of two interlocking races - setting the derring-do (and sometimes cheating) of one of the world's first car races against the backdrop of a larger geopolitical and technological rush to the future, as the rivalry grows between countries and empires, building up to the cataclysmic event that changed everything - the First World War. The Race to the Future is the incredible true story of the quest against the odds that shaped the world we live in today.

'The 'Enfant terrible' of astrophysics . . . Loeb has a joy in conjecture and an omnivorous spirit of inquiry that are more reminiscent of 20th-century thinkers such as Freeman Dyson or Carl Sagan than most of his peers' The TimesCould we build space craft that could travel to distant stars? Could we augment human biology for spaceflight? Could the search for extraterrestrials be brought into the mainstream of scientific research?Avi Loeb tells us that in each case, the real question is not could we, but will we choose to? With an approach that is firmly grounded in cutting-edge science, he explores the potential for non-rocket space launch, deep space probes, and the technological preservation of human civilisation. He examines the evidence for UFOs and UAPs, and argues that the search for further evidence, using existing scientific technologies, is long overdue.Urgent and important, Noah's Spaceship is a mission statement and a blueprint for the future of humanity. Loeb explains why becoming interstellar is imperative for our civilization to survive - and how we can accomplish it.'One of the more imaginative and articulate scientists around' New York Times

The next title in Workman’s bestselling Paint by Sticker adult line, Paint by Sticker: Works of Art presents twelve stunning pieces by famous artists for you to complete, one sticker at a time. Peel the sticker, place the sticker, and watch your painting come to life. Degas, Van Gogh, Renoir, and . . . you! Sit down to paint your masterpiece—actually, twelve of them!—with Paint by Sticker: Works of Art, which includes everything you need to complete a dozen colorful, world-renowned paintings. And note—the cardstock pages are perforated, so the finished picture can easily be removed for framing, turning your home into a museum.

"Protect your family. At all costs. Rose has danced with many devils, and this time she makes a deal with the worst one: Celebrity Crush. To protect the ones she loves most, Rose teams up with Connor to turn the spotlight on themselves. But this means Rose must go far outside her well-established comfort zone and tackle some of her deepest insecurities. It'd take the impossible to hurt Connor Cobalt, even for a moment. Now that he's twenty-six, his narcissistic tendencies have made room for the people he loves. And he loves Rose Calloway. But when his love is threatened, when his greatest dreams with her are compromised-what is the cost then? Love will guide his choices. For the first time in his life"--