A new edition of this concise but authoritative survey of the diverse, dazzling and compelling art of Oceania in all its forms, past and present.
An exploration of Jacques Henri Lartigue’s early photography and a vivid portrayal of fin-de-siècle France.
An incisive and startling international review of the evolution of dentistry from the Bronze Age to the present day, presented in a beautifully crafted book of cult appeal.
Suitable for anyone interested in the natural world and the diversity and wonder of plants, this book includes images of plants that shape our world.
An exploration of the idea of the masterpiece, over fifty world masterpieces, from cave paintings to Cezanne.
The third title in the innovative This Book Thinks You're aEseries is ideal for budding artists who enjoy hands-on learning. Features activities and includes a kit to build a viewfinder and make a mini-manifesto book. Full color. Consumable.able.
Introduces the theatre puppets from major Asian traditions, taking the reader on a journey through hundreds of... Læs mere
Renowned for his surreal fashion photography, Tim Walker's new book challenges convention to explore the very concept of photographic imagination.
Offers historical and religious insights into the period of authorship, from Babylon to Bar Kokhba, and expert interpretation of the manuscripts using... Læs mere
Marcel Duchamp (1887-1968) has entered mainstream culture as one of the founding fathers of modern art. This book explores the artist's life and work. It features more than 200 entries on the interesting and important artworks, relationships, people and ideas in Duchamp's life.
The 100 biographies included here give voice not only to ancient Egypts rulers but also to the people who built the great monuments, staffed government offices, farmed, served in the temples, and fought to defend the countrys borders. Illustrated.