They are ancient stories, but they still enchant our imaginations today: “Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves,” “Sinbad the Sailor,” “Aladdin,” and more. These and the other Middle Eastern stories collected in Arabian Nights are delightful, fascinating, and fun for fans and first-time readers alike.
Romanticism gained traction in the late 1700s as writers moved away from the intellectualism of the Enlightenment and toward more emotional and natural themes. The major works of the movement’s five most famous poets — William Wordsworth, George Gordon Byron, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, William Blake, and John Keats.
Explore the extraordinary stories of the great Greek and Roman heroes, gods, and monsters, along with breathtaking images of classic artwork and 15 removable pieces of mythology ephemera.
Drinking daily juices and smoothies is a great way to get all the vitamins and nutrients you need to maintain a balanced diet, as well as being an easy and delicious way to keep hunger at bay.
To celebrate the upcoming 50th anniversary of the legendary Motörhead, here are gathered some of the greatest musicians (Ozzy Osbourne, Lars Ulrich, Slash, Chrissie Hynde, Dave Navarro), writers (Neil Gaiman, Michael Moorcock), pro-wrestlers (Triple H, Corey Graves). TV & Film (Matt Pinfield, Penelope Spheeris) and bandmates (Phil Campbell, Mickey Dee, Slim Jim Phantom) to their personal stories of encounters with the man of Rock & Roll, Lemmy Kilmister.
This collection of works by classic writers spans more than a century--from 19th-century trailblazers such as John William Polidori, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Washington Irving to 20th-century masters like Saki, Edith Wharton, and Franz Kafka. The fear of the unknown is a driving force in literature, and the horror genre surpasses all others in bringing this idea to the forefront of the reader's consciousness.
Enter the Realm of Dior - Enter Dior's dreamlike world through immersive pop-ups that celebrate the New Look, couture craft, and house icons—from couture classics to beauty legends. Each spread is artfully crafted to offer a tactile, spatial perspective on the house's treasured icons and evolution.
The Chanel Universe Unfolds - Celebrate the timeless spirit of Chanel through immersive pop-ups and elegant visuals that unfold the house's story, icons, and innovations—from couture classics to fragrance legends. Each intricate paper sculpture delivers a tactile, spatial perspective on the house's most treasured icons and evolution.
From 1970s New York graffiti to interactive installations and giant murals, Street Art has always blended creativity with activism, conveying messages of social justice and powerful expressions of identity.
This book provides a concise and celebratory introduction to the artists who have shaped and revolutionized the urban art scene. Looking at ten key figures, The Pocket Street Art is filled with informative facts, fun quotes and highlights some of their key works.
Now part of the world's largest luxury goods empire, Louis Vuitton started his eponymous business as a luggage-maker in Paris in 1854, catering to royalty and the aristocracy.
From the first Steamer trunk to the latest must-have "it" bag, the brand - with its unmistakable monogram logo - has charmed the fashion world with superlative quality, craftsmanship and innovation.
Have fun testing your knowledge of the novels of Jane Austen with the crosswords, name games and wordsearches in this book. Every answer can be found in the six novels - no fragments or juvenilia have been used.
Since its establishment in 1921, Gucci has become a legendary giant in the luxury fashion business, setting an unbeatable standard of excellence in the world of high-end design. Given their prestigious reputation, it is difficult to believe that the brand's story began with its founder working as a bellhop at a London hotel.
From the moment Guccio Gucci took note of the fine craftsmanship of the luggage he was required to unload for guests at the Savoy Hotel, he began his journey to becoming a master of leatherworking and haute couture.
When Christian Dior's first fashion collection debuted in 1947, he revitalised a flagging French fashion industry and revolutionised women's clothing in one fell swoop, establishing a reputation of fashion excellence which would last beyond his lifetime.
This unofficial and unauthorized pocket-sized guide introduces the legendary legacy of Dior, charting from the brand's commencement through to the present day. Filled with facts, history and trivia on Dior's couture collections, this is the perfect gift for any fashion enthusiast.
