Animal Sciences
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Ernst Haeckel’s Art Forms in Nature: A Visual Masterpiece of the Natural World
In a beautiful celebration of the natural world, Ernst Haeckel’s Art Forms in Nature is a masterful union of science and art. This volume is comprised of 100 illustrated plates, featuring stunning watercolour paintings and pencil sketches.
First published in 1904, under the German title Kunstformen der Natur, this unique collection of plates holds a lasting influence in both the art and science worlds. Ernst Haeckel’s detailed illustrations serve as a visual encyclopaedia for his pioneering research and anatomical discoveries. Working in both pencil and watercolour paint, he preserved the complex forms, patterns, and structures of the organisms he discovered. Featuring intricate depictions of various land and sea life, this volume serves a scientific purpose while boasting exceptional aesthetic beauty.
As a proud addition to the Art Meets Science collection, Read & Co. Books has faithfully reproduced Haeckel’s innovative work. Taking care to conserve the original detail, shapes, and colours as they were printed on initial publication, this beautiful volume recaptures the magic of Art Forms in Nature for a new generation to enjoy.
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HUMAN ANATOMY FOR KIDS: Discover the human body – book for children and teens (SCIENCE BOOKS FOR KIDS)
HUMAN ANATOMY FOR KIDS
Discover the human body and how it works !
Fully illustrated – Easy to read.- Explore the cells, the skeleton, the muscles and the different organs.
- Discover how the eyes or the heart work, what the role of the liver is, and how neurons communicate with each other.
- Learn the names of the different bones and the components of our blood.
- Discover the reproductive system, the respiratory system, and much more!
For children from 8 years old
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Exotic Sport Cars Coloring Book: Exotic Car Coloring Book for Adults for Stress Relief and Relaxation Sport Cars Coloring Book for Adults
Exotic Sport Cars Coloring BookFEATURES:
- Easy To Use: Black-and-white illustrations hand-drawn to bring out your coloring skills, optimal choice for at-home stress relief.
- Multiple Pens Usable: This book is ideal for pens, pencils, markers, watercolors and more.
- Single-sided Pages: No bleed-through with separate prints, making it easy to frame your favorite art.
- Suitable Dimension: High-quality pages with a reasonable size of 8.5×11 inches.
Let’s Create Your Masterpiece!
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i-SPY Car badges: Spy it! Score it! (Collins Michelin i-SPY Guides)
Beat the boredom and take time out from screens with this pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for hours of fun!
Kids will have fun collecting points with more than 100 car badges to find. From Jeep and Fiat to Lamborghini and Lada, they’ll learn about all different cars and their unique logos. And once they’ve scored 1000 points, super-spotters can claim their official i-SPY certificate and badge.
With more than 30 i-SPY books to collect, there’s something for everyone!
For even more automotive fun check out i-SPY Cars (ISBN 9780008386504).
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Metazoa: Animal Minds and the Birth of Consciousness
The follow-up to the BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week Other Minds
A Times and Sunday Times Book of the Year
A Waterstones Best Book of 2020
The scuba-diving philosopher explores the origins of animal consciousness.
Dip below the ocean’s surface and you are soon confronted by forms of life that could not seem more foreign to our own: sea sponges, soft corals and flower-like worms, whose rooted bodies and intricate geometry are more reminiscent of plant life than anything recognisably animal. Yet these creatures are our cousins. As fellow members of the animal kingdom – the Metazoa – they can teach us about the evolutionary origins of not only our bodies, but also our minds.
In his acclaimed book, Other Minds, Peter Godfrey-Smith explored the mind of the octopus – the closest thing to an intelligent alien on Earth. In Metazoa, he expands his inquiry to animals at large, investigating the evolution of experience with the assistance of far-flung species. Godfrey-Smith shows that the appearance of the first animal body form well over half a billion years ago was a profound innovation that set life upon a new path. He charts the ways that subsequent evolutionary developments – eyes that track, for example, and bodies that move through and manipulate the environment – shaped the lives of animals. Following the evolutionary paths of a glass sponge, soft coral, banded shrimp, octopus and fish, then moving onto land and the world of insects, birds and primates like ourselves, Metazoa gathers these stories together to bridge the gap between matter and mind and address one of the most important philosophical questions: what is the origin of consciousness?
Combining vivid animal encounters with philosophy and biology, Metazoa reveals the impossibility of separating the evolution of our minds from the evolution of animals themselves.
Peter Godfrey-Smith’s book ‘OTHER MINDS’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 10-05-2021.
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Animal Facts For Sharp Minds: Random But Mind-Blowing Facts About Animals | Lions, Tigers, Dolphins, Snakes, Dogs, Cats, Parrots, Dinosaurs, Many More | For Kids, Teens, Adults,…
“Animal Facts for Sharp Minds” is the ultimate guide for animal enthusiasts looking to expand their knowledge. This book is filled with fascinating facts and captivating insights that will leave readers amazed. This book covers everything from the intelligence of dolphins to the hunting skills of lions. The easy-to-read format and engaging content make it perfect for both adults and children. Whether you’re a nature lover or just looking for a fun read, “Animal Facts for Sharp Minds” will delight and educate you. Place your today and discover the fantastic world of animals like never before!Guaranteed to surprise and amaze even the sharpest minds. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves to learn about animals.
Inside the Book:
- Discover incredible facts about mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and marine life from all corners of the globe.
- Unravel the mysteries of the animal kingdom with insights into their adaptive traits and extraordinary capabilities.
- Encounter the diverse habitats and ecosystems that support a wide array of fascinating species.
- Delve into lesser-known facts that will leave even seasoned animal enthusiasts in awe.
- Perfect for readers of all ages, from young animal lovers to lifelong learners seeking a deeper appreciation of the natural world.
- Stunning colorful photography that brings captivating creatures to life.
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The Colossal Book of Incredible Facts for Curious Minds: 5,000 staggering facts on science, nature, history, movies, music, the universe and more!
A polish bear in World War II rose to the rank of colonel.Penguins can’t taste fish.
The ashes of the man who invented the Pringles container are buried in one one.
On Neptune it rains diamonds.
‘Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia’ is the fear of long words.
These are just 0.1% of all the facts in this incredible tome! Written by seven authors and covering subjects as diverse as The Universe, Art and Literature, The Natural World and Movies, The Colossal Book of Incredible Facts for Curious Minds is the ultimate trivia book!
Why not amaze family and friends with the reasons pandas do handstands, the sinister source of the term ‘rule of thumb’, or that the patent for the fire hydrant was destroyed… in a fire. Every entry is weird, wonderful, inspiring and quite brilliantly, true!
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Composition Notebook: A Vintage Anatomy Composition Notebook with College Ruled lines. An ideal medical student gift idea.
A classic stylish composition notebook journal based around the theme of vintage human anatomy and physiology. With beautiful medical antique anatomical illustrations, it will serve all your note-taking needs. Ideal for university, school or classroom notes with its college ruled lines.- 7.5 by 9.25 inches
- 120 college ruled pages
- Front page allocated for name
- Each page has an image from the front cover embossed on it to embellish and adorn this book and make it stand out.
It will make an ideal gift for medical student or a doctor.
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The Big Book Of The Human Body
The human body is truly an amazing thing. Capable of awe- inspiring feats of speed and agility, while being mind-blowing in complexity, our bodies are unmatched by any other species on Earth. In the Big Book of the Human Body, we explore our amazing anatomy in fine detail before delving into the intricacies of the complex processes, functions and systems that keep us going. For instance, did you know you really have 16 senses? We also explain the weirdest and most wonderful bodily phenomena, from blushing to hiccuping, cramps to jaundice. We will tour the human body from skull to metatarsal, using anatomical illustrations, amazing photography and authoritative explanations to teach you more. This book will help you understand the wonder that is the human body and in no time you will begin to see yourself in a whole new light!Read more
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The Owl: A Biography (The Bird Biography Series, 5)
‘BEAUTIFULLY, A BOOK ABOUT BIRDS’ The Sunday Times | ‘ENGAGING AND EYE-OPENING’ The Countryman
Uncover the life of owls through this beautiful guide to these secretive and charismatic birds from the bestselling author of The Robin, The Wren, and The Swan.
Owls are among the most mysterious birds in the world. Their hauntingly beautiful calls and mostly nocturnal habits have long captured our collective imagination, inspiring more superstitions, folktales, and myths than any other group of birds. Seven species of owl – the tawny, little, barn, long-eared, short-eared, snowy and eagle owl – can be found in the British Isles (out of sixteen different kinds across Europe). They have lived alongside people for thousands of years, yet we still know so little about their day-to-day lives.
Discover their fascinating lives, from the moment they first hatch, to the way they hunt their prey and how they raise the next generation. Explore the rich folklore they’ve inspired around the world and learn how, with a bit of luck, you can catch a glimpse of them yourself.
With beautiful illustrations throughout, and expert birdwatching tips, this eye-opening biography reveals the hidden secrets of one of the world’s most famous and beloved birds and is the perfect gift for birdwatchers and nature lovers.
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Raising Backyard Chickens for Beginners: The Easiest Way to Raise Happy, Healthy Hens and Have Fresh Organic Eggs for Life
Feathered Friends for Life: Experience the Delight of Raising Backyard Chickens, Even If You Have Limited Space and Time!Have you Ever Dreamed of Farm-Fresh Breakfasts, but No Clue Where to Start? Curious About Raising Chickens That Thrive, Even If You’re a Total Beginner?
Are you tired of Sifting Through Mountains of Information? Ready to Get a Step-by-Step Blueprint for Raising Happy Hens and Farm-Fresh Eggs?
Are you worried About Cluttered Coops and Frustrated Flock? Ready to Discover the Secrets to Keeping Happy Hens Without the Chaos?
Embark on a journey of poultry passion and discover the enchanting world of backyard chicken keeping. Whether you’re a curious beginner yearning for thriving flocks, a hopeful homesteader pursuing farm-fresh delights, or someone seeking serenity amidst clucks and companionship, your quest finds its answers within the pages of our guidebook.
The following is just a taste of what you’ll discover inside of this book:
- A step-by-step guide to raising your perfect chickens
- Breeds Made Easy: Choosing the Perfect Flock Members Based on Your Lifestyle, Space, and Goals.
- Bawkward Beginnings: Must-Take Precautions Before Embarking on Your Chicken-Raising Adventure.
- The Feed Formula: Navigating Chicken Nutrition, Portioning, and Timing for Top-Notch Egg and Meat Production
- Chicken Whisperer Insights: Decoding Your Chickens’ Behavior, Overcoming Egg Shortages, and Handling Surprise Situations.
- Cluck Care 101: Expert Insights on Chicken Wellness, Disease Prevention, and Building Resilient Immune Systems.
- Egg-cellent Mysteries Unveiled: Unraveling the 5 Common Reasons Behind Hens Not Laying Eggs.
and much much more!
I know you are probably thinking “I’ve never raised anything before. Chickens seem complicated.
If you can crack an egg, you can raise chickens! This book breaks down every step with simplicity and clarity. From selecting the perfect breed for your lifestyle to setting up a cozy coop, we’ve got you covered. With easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll be a confident chicken keeper in no time!
And that’s precisely why this book was created. To help beginners prepare and start an egg-citing experience of life.
All you need is this book and a few pieces of knowledge you’ll find inside.
If you want to embark on a rewarding journey of raising your flock of vibrant and healthy chickens, scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button now!
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ABCs of Science: Amoeba, Bond, Conductor: 0 (Baby University)
Fans of Chris Ferrie’s ABCs of Space, ABCs of Physics, and General Relativity for Babies will love this introduction to science for babies and toddlers!
It only takes a small spark to ignite a child’s mind.
This alphabetical installment of the Baby University baby board book series is the perfect introduction to science for infants and toddlers. It makes a wonderful science baby gift for even the youngest scientist. Give the gift of learning to your little one at birthdays, baby showers, holidays, and beyond!
A is for Amoeba
B is for Bond
C is for ConductorFrom amoeba to zygote, ABCs of Science is a colorfully simple introduction for babies-and grownups-to a new science concept for every letter of the alphabet. Written by an expert, each page in this baby and toddler science book features multiple levels of text so the book grows along with your little scientist.
If you’re looking for the perfect STEAM book for teachers or science toys for babies, look no further! ABCs of Science offers fun early learning for your little scientist!
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Evolution for Babies: 0 (Baby University)
Fans of Chris Ferrie’s Quantum Physics for Babies, ABCs of Science, and Organic Chemistry for Babies will love this introduction to evolutionary biology for babies and toddlers!
Help your future genius become the smartest baby in the room! It only takes a small spark to ignite a child’s mind.
Written by an expert, Evolution for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction to evolutionary biology. Babies (and grownups!) will learn how organisms mutate, evolve, and survive. Co-written by Cara Florance, who has a PhD in Biochemistry and a BS in Chemistry with work experience in astrobiololgy and radiation decontamination. With a tongue-in-cheek approach that adults will love, this installment of the Baby University board book series is the perfect way to introduce basic concepts to even the youngest scientists. After all, it’s never too early to become a scientist!
If you’re looking for the perfect science baby gifts, science for babies, or evolution for kids, look no further! Evolution for Babies offers fun early learning for your little scientist!Read more
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A Dictionary of Zoology (Oxford Quick Reference)
With over 6,000 entries, A Dictionary of Zoology is a detailed and authoritative guide to all areas of the field. It offers full taxonomic coverage of arthropods, other invertebrates, fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and mammals. It also includes terms from the areas of ecology, animal behaviour, evolution, earth history, zoogeography, genetics, and physiology.All entries have been fully revised and updated, making this the most up-to-date reference guide of its kind. There are around 400 entries new to this edition covering areas that include taxonomic groups, prefixes, and widely used descriptive terms. These include articles on micronucleus, stoma, platy-, proto-, and terrestrial.
The dictionary is enriched through its useful web links, accessible via the companion website, as well as diagrams and detailed appendices. This fifth edition also includes a new Common Names appendix and three new illustrations.
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Rocket Science for Babies: 1 (Baby University)
Fans of Chris Ferrie’s ABCs of Biology, ABCs of Space, and Quantum Physics for Babies will love this introduction to aerospace engineering for babies and toddlers!
Help your future genius become the smartest baby in the room! It only takes a small spark to ignite a child’s mind.
Written by an expert, Rocket Science for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction to aerospace engineering. Babies (and grownups!) will learn about the basics of how lift and thrust make things fly. With a tongue-in-cheek approach that adults will love, this installment of the Baby University board book series is the perfect way to introduce basic concepts to even the youngest scientists. After all, it’s never too early to become a rocket scientist!
If you’re looking for engineer board books, infant science books, or more Baby University board books to surprise your little one, look no further! Rocket Science for Babies offers fun early learning for your little scientist!
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A Short History of the World According to Sheep
‘This book deserves a place in your bookcase next to Harari’s Sapiens. It’s every bit as fascinating and is surely destined to be just as successful’ Julian Norton
From the plains of ancient Mesopotamia to the vast sheep farms of modern-day Australia, sheep have been central to the human story. Since our our Neolithic ancestors’ first forays into sheep-rearing nearly 11,000 years ago, these remarkable animals have fed us, clothed us, changed our diet and language and financed the conquest of large swathes of the earth.
Sally Coulthard weaves this fascinating story into a vivid and colourful tapestry of engaging anecdotes and extraordinary ovine facts, whose multiple strands celebrate just how pivotal these woolly animals are to almost every aspect of human society and culture.
This title was published also in the United States under the title Follow the Flock.
‘A snappy, stimulating book, and certainly not just for shepherds’ Mail on Sunday
‘Full of fascinating social history’ Independent
‘You won’t look at a sheep in the same way again’ Country Living
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Hokusai: 22 Pull-Out Posters
During his lifetime, Hokusai was one of the most revered artists working in the ukiyo-e school of painting and printmaking. This book gathers the finest examples of Hokusai’s breathtaking prints, including his iconic The Great Wave off Kanagawa, views of Mt. Fuji, landscapes, domestic scenes, and painstakingly rendered flora and fauna. An introduction by Matthi Forrer offers a brief biography of Hokusai and commentary on his practice and influence. Each full color poster is backed with a substantial caption that provides insights into the piece’s significance and notable characteristics. Printed on heavy coated paper, these detachable posters are suitable for framing, but also taken together create a lasting and illuminating introduction to Hokusai’s extraordinary accomplishment.Read more
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The Artful Hare
Extensively revised and updated, with additional artists and new images, The Artful Hare has now become a paperback, with full-colour jacket. Conceived, written, designed and printed in Norfolk by specialist UK independent art publisher Mascot Media.Read more
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Cute Winter: An Adult Coloring Book Featuring An Adorable Collection of Cute Animals and Fun Winter Inspired Illustrations
Discover cute & fluffy critters, festive decorations, presents and cozy winter scenes in this fun and relaxing winter coloring book for girls and women:
- Bring Christmas to life with a beautiful assortment of hand-drawn illustrations that feature adorable animals, decorations, mistletoe, snowmen, and winter scenes
- Plenty of simple and intricate designs suit coloring fans of all ages and skill levels, so the whole family can join in!
- Shares the calming benefits of meditative mindfulness, relaxation, stress relief, and art therapy
- Makes a charming and festive gift idea for adults, teens, girls, seniors, and all of your loved ones
- Quality single-sided paper eliminates bleed-through, meaning you can break out your favorite pens, pencils, markers, watercolors and more!
- Includes a bonus color test page, plus thumbnails of every delightful image for you to experiment with and find the perfect palette
Warm your heart and embrace the festive joys of giving this Christmas with a gorgeous wintery collection of magical illustrations. Whether you want to frolic in the snow, get cozy by a roaring fire, or cherish the wonders of this one-of-a-kind season, inside you’ll find a rich selection of over two dozen soothing winter scenes.
With cute & fluffy critters, festive decorations, and plenty of presents to go around, you’ll love spending hours upon hours letting your imagination run wild. Explore cozy towns filled with animals, relieve pent-up anxiety in a fun and constructive way, and fill your home with personalized illustrations that spread the magic of Christmas. So grab your best art supplies, curl up in your favorite chair, and get ready to bring this winter wonderland to life!
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Passport to Painting: How to paint retro-style travel poster art
Stylish retro travel posters bring to mind summer holidays, happiness and fun. Perennially popular as wall art, their strong designs and clean, flat colours are perfect for hobby artists to emulate.
A complete guide to producing your own travel-poster art, this book includes guidance on composing a strong design, selecting colours to make sure your artwork pops, and adding lettering for a picture-perfect finished poster.
Learn to create key poster elements such as clouds, skies, water and architecture, and discover how to add your own stylized lettering. There are six striking international projects to complete, or you can use your newfound skills to celebrate your own home town or treasured place. This book is packed with examples of Susie West’s inspiring artwork and a short history of travel posters.
Since 2015, Susie West has been working her way around the UK recreating the upbeat, retro charm of travel posters in the modern world. This book shares her techniques and secrets for producing fun, charming artwork. Suitable for beginners, this is a great way into art for those who want to develop their skills, or for experienced artists wanting to try something new.
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We Are ‘Nature’ Defending Itself: Entangling Art, Activism and Autonomous Zones (Vagabonds)
In 2008, as the storms of the financial crash blew, Isabelle Fremeaux and Jay Jordan deserted the metropolis and their academic jobs, traveling across Europe in search of post-capitalist utopias. They wanted their art activism to no longer be uprooted. They arrived at a place French politicians had declared lost to the republic, otherwise know as the zad (the zone to defend): a messy but extraordinary canvas of commoning, illegally occupying 4,000 acres of wetlands where an international airport was planned. In 2018, the 40-year-long struggle snatched an incredible victory, defeating the airport expansion project through a powerful cocktail that merged creation and resistance. Fremeaux and Jordan blend rich eyewitness accounts with theory, inspired by a diverse array of approaches, from neo-animism to revolutionary biology, insurrectionary writings and radical art history. Published in collaboration with the Journal of Aesthetics & Protest.Read more
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Christo and Jeanne-Claude: BA (Basic Art)
The work of the artist couple Christo (1935–2020) and Jeanne-Claude (1935–2009) resists categorization. It is a hybrid of art, urban planning, architecture, and engineering, but above all an aesthetic uniquely their own: surreal and ethereal environmental interventions that have graced monuments, public parks, and centers of power alike. This compact book spans the complete career of the couple who were born on the very same day, met in Paris, fell in love, and became a creative team like no other. With rich illustration, it spans Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s earliest projects in the 1950s right through to The Floating Piers, installed at Lake Iseo, Italy, in 2016. The book celebrates all of the couple’s most famous environmental interventions, such as The Gates in New York’s Central Park and the Wrapped Reichstag in Berlin, while also featuring early drawings and family photos unknown to the wider public.
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The Art and Science of Ernst Haeckel. 40th Ed.
Ernst Haeckel (1834–1919) was a German-born biologist, naturalist, evolutionist, artist, philosopher, and doctor who spent his life researching flora and fauna from the highest mountaintops to the deepest ocean. A vociferous supporter and developer of Darwin’s theories of evolution, he denounced religious dogma, authored philosophical treatises, gained a doctorate in zoology, and coined scientific terms which have passed into common usage, including ecology, phylum, and stem cell.
At the heart of Haeckel’s colossal legacy was the motivation not only to discover but also to explain. To do this, he created hundreds of detailed drawings, watercolors, and sketches of his findings which he published in successive volumes, including several marine organism collections and the majestic Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature), which could serve as the cornerstone of Haeckel’s entire life project. Like a meticulous visual encyclopedia of living things, Haeckel’s work was as remarkable for its graphic precision and meticulous shading as for its understanding of organic evolution. From bats to the box jellyfish, lizards to lichen, and spider legs to sea anemones, Haeckel emphasized the essential symmetries and order of nature, and found biological beauty in even the most unlikely of creatures.
In this book, we celebrate the scientific, artistic, and environmental importance of Haeckel’s work, with a collection of 300 of his finest prints from several of his most important tomes, including Die Radiolarien, Monographie der Medusen, Die Kalkschwämme, and Kunstformen der Natur. At a time when biodiversity is increasingly threatened by human activities, the book is at once a visual masterwork, an underwater exploration, and a vivid reminder of the precious variety of life.
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TASCHEN is 40! Since we started our work as cultural archaeologists in 1980, TASCHEN has become synonymous with accessible publishing, helping bookworms around the world curate their own library of art, anthropology, and aphrodisia at an unbeatable price. Today we celebrate 40 years of incredible books by staying true to our company credo. The 40 series presents new editions of some of the stars of our program―now more compact, friendly in price, and still realized with the same commitment to impeccable production.
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The Book of the Dog: Dogs in Art
Featuring all kinds of dogs – big, small, graceful, cute, funny – The Book of the Dog is a cool and quirky collection of dog art and illustration by artists around the world. Interspersed through the illustrations are short texts about the artists and different breeds, paying homage to man’s best friend. Beautifully designed and packaged, the book will appeal to dog lovers of all ages.Read more
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Kurt Jackson’s Sea
For Kurt Jackson (b.1961), Painting the sea could become an obsession, an entire oeuvre in its own right, an endless life absorbing task. And, as this book attests, Jackson s dedication to capturing its constant shape shifting stillness to thundering force, shallows to mysterious depths have brought forth paintings that communicate the sea’s ebb and flow, its magic and elusiveness.
Kurt Jackson’s Sea captures the beauty of the artist’s constantly evolving relationship with one of nature’s most challenging subjects. Two hundred colour images complement Jackson’s reflections on his interactions with inspirational coastal landscapes – largely experienced in his native Cornwall, but stretching way beyond the county too.
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Life Force: A Painter’s Response to the Nature Poetry of Ted Hughes
This stunning sequence of 34 abstract works by artist Louise Fletcher takes its inspiration from the poetry of former UK poet laureate Ted Hughes (1930–1998) and the evocative setting of the Yorkshire moors. With quotations from Hughes’s work included alongside the pieces they inspired, moving commentary by Louise detailing their background and inclusive of preliminary sketches and photography, this wonderfully produced hardback documents a journey through both literature, creativity and the landscape. Appealing to a broad audience of artists and potential artists, appreciators of the work of Hughes and all who are interested in contemporary art and the relationship between poetry and the visual, this reflection on the creative process is a personal and profound insight into how great art can continue to move us so profoundly.Read more
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Redouté. The Book of Flowers. 40th Ed.
Flower painter Pierre-Joseph Redouté (1759–1840) devoted himself exclusively to capturing the diversity of flowering plants in watercolor paintings which were then published as copper engravings, with careful botanical descriptions. The darling of wealthy Parisian patrons including Napoleon’s wife Josephine, he was dubbed “the Raphael of flowers,” and is regarded to this day as a master of botanical illustration.
This collection brings our best-selling XL-sized edition to a smaller, more convenient format, still gathering some of the finest color engravings from Redouté’s illustrations of Roses, Lilies, and Choix des plus belles fleurs et quelques branches des plus beaux fruits (Selection of the Most Beautiful Blooms and Branches with the Finest Fruits). Offering a vibrant overview of Redouté’s admixture of accuracy and beauty, it is also a privileged glimpse into the magnificent gardens and greenhouses of a bygone Paris.
About the series
TASCHEN is 40! Since we started our work as cultural archaeologists in 1980, TASCHEN has become synonymous with accessible publishing, helping bookworms around the world curate their own library of art, anthropology, and aphrodisia at an unbeatable price. Today we celebrate 40 years of incredible books by staying true to our company credo. The 40 series presents new editions of some of the stars of our program―now more compact, friendly in price, and still realized with the same commitment to impeccable production.
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Angela Harding 2024 Desk Diary – Week to View, Illustrated on every page
Angela Harding has been working in the arts for over 30 years. Based in Rutland, she is inspired by the wealth of natural wildlife around her to create her stunning prints. Showcasing more than 30 of her incredible artworks, this delightful week-to-view desk diary, printed on FSC-certified paper, is a charming gift or a treat for yourself.Read more
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Wild Light: A printmaker’s day and night
With over 70 original illustrations, printmaker Angela Harding invites you to look at how the light changes the world around us, and how that changes us in its turn.
“I, like many other people, find great inspiration in the way mornings, evenings or bright midday light changes the way we see the things around us. The bouncing light of a cloud-filled storm sky can change a seascape through a palette of blues, greys, and turquoises. The cool summer moonlight that crosses my back garden sends long shadows that change the mood of the garden from homely to unfamiliar. And whether it’s the low light of an English February afternoon or the sharp, bright mid-morning light of the Cornish seaside, the light and dark we experience affects our moods.
“But life is busy, and I am guilty as anyone of being too preoccupied by daily life to just stop and look. This book is a collection of illustrations from those moments when I have stopped and looked; when a particular encounter with nature has been highlighted by the time of day or the time of night, becoming a strong image long remembered and one that I wish to illustrate.
“I hope you enjoy this journey through 24 hours of my collected memories of the nature that surrounds me.”
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A Year Unfolding: A Printmaker’s View
A BEAUTIFUL CHRISTMAS GIFT
‘A cosy and delightful book – a real joy to behold.’ Daily Mail
‘A gorgeous book to be treasured’ BBC CountryfileA beautifully illustrated guide to nature through the seasons by much-loved printmaker Angela Harding.
This stunning work, the first book that is solely dedicated to Angela’s art, is a celebration of her beautiful prints, and a glimpse into her detailed and meticulous process.
A Year Unfolding is a journey through Angela’s year in nature watching the seasons unfold in front of her from her studio in Rutland, and giving the reader detail into how nature transforms and evolves over the course of the year.
A Year Unfolding also tells the stories behind some of Angela’s most popular images, giving context to Angela’s celebrated work, as well as new art created specifically for the book. The beautiful illustrations and evocative imagery of the prose make this the perfect book for Angela’s fans and readers and art lovers everywhere.
Angela has created the covers for many bestselling books, including The Salt Path and The Wild Silence by Raynor Winn, October, October by Katya Balen, English Pastoral by James Rebanks, Christmas is Murder by Val McDermid and RSPB Birds among many others.
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£19.00£23.80A Year Unfolding: A Printmaker’s View
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Origami Paper 100 sheets Kimono Patterns 6″ (15 cm): High-Quality Double-Sided Origami Sheets Printed with 12 Different Patterns (Instructions for 6 Projects Included)
This pack contains 100 high-quality origami sheets printed in colorful and traditional Japanese Kimono Patterns. These paper patterns were developed to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. The pack contains 12 designs unique to this pack, and all of the papers are printed with coordinating colors on the reverse to provide aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami models that show both the front and back of the papers. This origami paper pack includes: 100 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 unique designs Vibrant and bright colors Double-sided color 6 x 6 inch (15 cm) squares Instructions for 6 simple origami projectsRead more
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Hiroshige
Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858) was one of the last great artists in the ukiyo-e tradition. Literally meaning “pictures of the floating world,” ukiyo-e was a particular woodblock print genre of art that flourished between the 17th and 19th centuries. Subjects ranged from the bright lights and attractions of Edo (modern-day Tokyo), to spectacular natural landscapes.
In the West, Hiroshige’s prints became exemplary of the Japonisme that swept through Europe and defined the Western world’s visual idea of Japan. Because they could be mass produced, ukiyo-e works were often used as designs for fans, greeting cards, and book illustrations. The style influenced Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, and Art Nouveau artists alike, with Vincent van Gogh and James Abbott McNeill Whistler both particularly inspired by Hiroshige’s landscapes.
This introductory book presents key images from Hiroshige’s vibrant, vivid portfolio of blooming cherry trees, beautiful women, Kabuki actors, and busy shopping streets to introduce one of the greats of Asian art history.
About the series
Born back in 1985, the Basic Art Series has evolved into the best-selling art book collection ever published. Each book in TASCHEN’s Basic Art series features:
a detailed chronological summary of the life and oeuvre of the artist, covering his or her cultural and historical importance
a concise biography
approximately 100 illustrations with explanatory captions
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Hokusai: Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji
Hokusai’s series depicting Mount Fuji is widely considered to be the pinnacle of his career. This beautiful boxed accordion-fold edition comprises the full set of forty-six prints (the original thirty-six and ten more that were completed later) and features a luxurious silken binding along with a separate explanatory booklet. The book and booklet are packaged in an elegant slipcase. Devoted entirely to landscapes, Hokusai’s series shows Mount Fuji from various viewpoints, framed in different ways. An indefatigable traveler who was passionate about nature, Hokusai explored every vantage point and season at the volcano. He presented it both as a solitary and majestic snow-capped peak and as a smaller object on a distant horizon. Hokusai also portrayed the mountain as an element in Japanese daily life and as an imposing force of nature that can be peaceful and beneficent, or ferocious and unforgiving. These impeccably reproduced prints invite readers to examine Hokusai’s virtuosic use of colour and composition, his talent for contrasting perspectives, and his interest in the dueling roles of man and nature. An exquisite objet d’art, this volume is the perfect vehicle for appreciating Hokusai’s crowning achievement in all its lasting and subtle beauty.Read more
£22.20£28.50Hokusai: Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji
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The Little Frog’s Guide to Self-Care: Affirmations, Self-Love and Life Lessons According to the Internet’s Beloved Mushroom Frog
Hop into this uplifting little book, filled with positive affirmations on self-love and empowerment, as told by the internet’s beloved mushroom frog
“Don’t forget about the subtle magic that is happening all around you every day”
Meet the little frog! With its mushroom cap and endless collection of fabulous footwear, this adorable amphibian is here to be your new best friend. Whether you need an emotional boost, some friendly encouragement or an honest view on the world, the little frog will be your guide.
Created by the California-based artist Maybell Eequay, this book is a perfect compassionate gift for yourself or others. Inside you will find:
– Over 40 hand-drawn illustrations of the little frog
– Beautiful life lessons and empowering reminders that it’s okay to be gentle with yourself and to feel your feelings
– A humorous, no-nonsense approach to positivityThese illustrations will fill your heart with love for yourself and others, and remind you that it’s brave and wonderful of you to exist!
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Mandala Coloring Book for Kids: 40 Easy and Beautiful Mandalas with Fun, Easy, and Relaxing for Boys, Girls, and Beginners (Coloring Book for Kids)
40 Mandala Coloring Books for Kids: helps you relax and boost your creativity at the same time. You will feel your anxiety and stress slowly seeps out of your body and mind as you color a coloring page for kids.
- One-side-only images: All illustrations are one-sided print on white paper.
- Best for colored pencils and crayons. But if you prefer gel pens, markers or any wet mediums, just put a piece of card behind the image you are coloring to prevent any bleed through.
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Snow Globe Christmas: A Coloring Book for Adults Featuring Beautiful Snow Globes with Cute Animals, Festive Ornaments, and Whimsical Holiday Scenes
Embark on a Whimsical Holiday Journey with “Snow Globe Christmas” by Morgana Skye!
Step into a world of holiday magic as you explore the pages of this delightful Christmas coloring book. Immerse yourself in the charm of beautifully hand-drawn snow globes, each one adorned with cute animals, whimsical holiday scenes, and timeless festive ornaments.
From festive nutcracker to jolly Santa Clause, to cozy winter landscapes and so much more, every coloring page offers a unique and heartwarming celebration of the holiday season. It’s the perfect coloring book for art therapy and relaxation.
Why You’ll Love Snow Globe Christmas Coloring Book:
- 25 intricately hand-drawn images exclusively designed to capture the spirit of the holidays.
- Each page is a canvas for your creativity, allowing you to bring these festive scenes to life with your own personal touch.
- Perfectly suited for markers, colored pencils, gel pens, fine-liners, and even watercolors, ensuring a delightful coloring experience.
- A diverse range of designs cater to every skill level, making this winter coloring book ideal for both beginners and experienced colorists.
- With hours of meditative coloring enjoyment, it provides a relaxing escape during the busy holiday season.
The Perfect Gift for the Holiday Enthusiast:
Whether it’s Christmas, a special occasion, or simply a gesture of seasonal cheer, “Snow Globe Christmas” is a wonderful gift choice. Share the joy of the holidays with loved ones, and let this adult coloring book be a source of festive inspiration and creative relaxation.
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Mandala Animals Coloring Book: 50 The Most Beautiful Mandala Animals and Birds Adult Coloring Book/ Unique and Amazing Mandala Animal and Bird Adult … / Stress Relieving…
♥♥Unleash Your Creativity and your attention to detail with over 50 unique animals mandala designs!
★★Our Mandala Animals Coloring Book is perfect for you!
★Explore mandalas, the beautiful art of coloring. Welcome to a world of discovery with the mandala animals coloring book. Wind yourself a nice hot cup of tea and dive into this amazing universe of creativity. The intricate designs and patterns are a visual treat just for coloring with fine crayons or colored pencils. If you love nature and want to express your feelings with calming colors, then this coloring book is designed for you! Take your time and using various shades of green and other colors to create an effect that is pleasing both to the eye and mind. This book will keep you engaged for hours as you complete.
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★★Our Mandala Animals Coloring Book features:
✔Contains 50 completely unique coloring pages. There are NO duplicate images in this book
✔The pages are single-sided to prevent bleed-through, and so that pages can be removed and displayed without losing an image on the back.
✔Suitable for markers, coloring pencils, gel pens, fine lines, watercolors;
✔The whole coloring book is an alternation between more complex coloring pages and simpler pages for every skill level;
✔The pages are a nice, large 8.5×11 size;
✔Over 50 types of abstract and nice animals.♥♥Coloring books make a wonderful gift for you.
★★Our coloring books are frequently one of the most gifted items.
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100 Countryside Scenes: An Adult Coloring Book Featuring 100 Amazing Coloring Pages with Beautiful Country Gardens, Cute Farm Animals and Relaxing Countryside Landscapes…
Includes 100 unique images.
Discover a beautiful countryside with rustic cottages and farmyards, spectacular fruit orchards, rolling meadows, and tons of adorable animals in this fun and relaxing coloring book for girls and women.
Specially crafted by Best-Selling brand of 100+ illustrated masterpieces, Coloring Book Cafe, this gorgeous and deeply relaxing coloring collection showcases the beauty of a classic European countryside, featuring rustic cottages and farmyards, spectacular fruit orchards, rolling meadows, tons of adorable animals, and so much more!
Whether you want to spark your creativity breathing life into playful farm animals, enjoy picnics in nature, relax in quaint cottages, or gather the harvest, this wonderful 4-in-1 coloring book is guaranteed to carry you away to a simpler place where you can forget about your stress and practice your artistic ambition.
4 Books included:
- Country Gardens: an exquisite selection of stunning rural gardens with flowing orchards, dazzling flower beds, and calming streams
- French Countryside: a collection of beautiful French landscapes with old stone cottages, vineyards, lavish indoor scenes, and even castle ruins
- English Countryside: a stunning coloring experience which lets you explore the quintessential English garden
- And Farm Life: which takes you on a fun journey to the farmyard with playful animals, traditional kitchens, and bountiful harvests
Perfect for anybody who wants to destress, relieve anxiety, and practice the wonders of meditative mindfulness, this collection will satisfy all your coloring desires and let you awaken your inner artist.
Coloring Book Details:
- 100 hand-drawn images exclusively designed to stimulate your artistic ambition
- Separately printed sheets to prevent bleed-through and allow you to easily remove and frame your favorites!
- Suitable for markers, gel pens, colored pencils, fine-liners, and watercolors
- An assortment of simple and intricate designs to accommodate every skill level
- And hours upon hours of coloring enjoyment and meditative relaxation
Ideal as a gift for a friend or loved one, or simply for yourself, this coloring collection will whisk you away on a countryside adventure from the comfort of your own home.
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Horse Coloring Books for Girls ages 8-12: Gift Book for Horses Lovers Teens – Girl ages 8-12 (Gifts for Horse Lover)
Focus on detailed patterns with this elaborate coloring book from bestselling publishing brand – Michael Blackmore.
Our Horse Coloring Book for girls age 8-12 contains a variety of detailed designs which help you focus, relax, and improve your coloring skills.
Click the cover to reveal what’s inside!
Why You Will Love this Book?
★Relaxing Coloring Pages. Every page you color will pull you into a relaxing world where your responsibilities will seem to fade away…
★Beautiful designs appropriate for ages 8-12. We’ve included over 60 unique images for you to express your creativity and make masterpieces. Which colors will you choose for this book?
★Single-sided Pages. Every image is placed on its own page to reduce the bleed-through problem found in other coloring books.
★Printed on high-quality, bright white, 60 lb stock.
★Large 8,5 x 11 inch pages (A4) – Perfect size to frame!
★Great for All Skill Levels. You can color every page however you want and there is no wrong way to color (even if you are a beginner).
★Perfect Gift for Horse Lovers
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SATISFACTION GUARANTEED ⭐️ If it’s not love at first sight with your Horse Coloring Book for girls 8-12, return it to us (unused of course) for a 100% money back no questions asked refund.
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50 Animals: An Adult Colouring Book. With Turtles, Seahorses, Fish, Bears, Foxes, Lions and many more. A4 SIZE
50 beautifully designed animal illustrations including Turtles, Seahorses, Fish, Bears, Foxes, Lions and many more!
Why ADULT COLOURING?
Colouring is not just for kids, it’s a growing nationwide trend that has proven health benefits
- Colouring improves your focus and problem solving abilities.
- Proven benefits for people who find it difficult to sleep.
- A relaxing electronic-free pass time that reduces exposure to light from devices which raise hormone and melatonin levels
- It requires you to use both hemispheres of the brain, thus improving motor skills and vision.
- A great reliever of stress and anxiety.
- It induces the same state as meditating.
Why THIS BOOK?
- 50 Beautifully designed pages
- Single sided pages with black print to the reverse to minimize bleed
- High quality glossy front and back covers
- Testing page and colour combination page near the front so you can test the bleed your pens, pencils, paints or other media
- You do not need to be an expert in colouring at all to benefit from our books.
- Let your imagination run wild and use whatever colours or media you want to fill the pages
- The perfect gift for a loved one or any special person in your life for any occasion.
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