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Essential Guide to Drawing: Perspective & Composition by Barrington Barber is an invaluable resource for artists aiming to create artworks that are convincing and three-dimensional. Understanding perspective can be daunting, but this guide breaks down the rules clearly and simply, offering demonstrations and step-by-step exercises. You will discover how the same perspective rules are fundamental to all types of compositions,...

The world has reopened and so has the Poetry Pharmacy — the powerful final instalment in the hugely beloved series. After the tumult of the last years, William Sieghart is back to prescribe the perfect poem for a variety of life's ailments, offering hope and comfort to readers in need. Here, he draws on the emails he received from the...

New Zealand: Eye on the Landscape is a new book of high-quality landscape photography aimed at the top end of the New Zealand pictorial book market. The distinguishing feature of this book is that the images used are not the work of one photographer, but rather a collection of the best images from a wide range of landscape photographers. The...

Now in B Format. A brilliant and hilarious new collection of essays from the award-winning author of the bestseller Infinite Jest. Do lobsters feel pain? Did Franz Kafka have a sick sense of humour? What is John Updike's deal anyway? And who won the Adult Video News' Female Performer of the Year Award the same year Gwyneth Paltrow won her...

Packed with 150 beautifully illustrated stickers, this book celebrates the art of the tattoo. The designs range from the traditional to the contemporary, covering all the key styles and motifs. Discover hearts, sailors, pin-ups, skulls, roses, swallows as well as new and surprising compositions, all in the Munden Brothers' signature style. Complemented by fascinating text by Nick Schonberger on the...

Beowulf tells the story of the heroic Beowulf and of his battles, first with the monster Grendel, then with Grendel's avenging mother, and finally with a dragon that threatens to devastate his homeland. Through its blend of myth and history, Beowulf vividly evokes a twilight world in which men and supernatural forces live side by side.

In Berserk Volume 7, the epic saga continues to unfold amidst the backdrop of a brutal and unending war between two feudal kingdoms—Midland and Chuder. As these formidable nations vie for supremacy, their conflict reaches a pivotal moment in a war that has raged for a century. At the heart of Midland's military might is the Band of the Hawk,...

New Zealand Horizons by Andris Apse is a visual symphony that captures the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand through the lens of its most celebrated panoramic landscape photographer. This stunning collection presents an exploration of New Zealand's majestic vistas, epitomising the deep connection between land and light that defines Apse's work. With an exquisite eye for detail, Apse immortalises the...

A unique cocktail of personal memoir, cultural criticism and Hollywood history by the one and only Quentin Tarantino. The long-awaited first work of nonfiction from the author of the number one New York Times bestselling Once Upon a Time in Hollywood: a deliriously entertaining, wickedly intelligent cinema book as unique and creative as anything by Quentin Tarantino. In addition to...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER National Book Award-winning author and legendary artist Patti Smith presents A Book of Days, a profound and uniquely poetic visual journey through a year in her life. This captivating collection, inspired by her highly popular Instagram account, encapsulates Smith's singular aesthetic through more than 365 intimate and evocative images. Each photograph is a testament to...

Packed with art and visual reference materials used during the development of the game, this deluxe, hardcover volume is a must-have for fans of Final Fantasy VII Remake. Final Fantasy VII Remake: Material Ultimania presents a comprehensive collection of production art and CG art assets, including character models and illustrations, locations and backgrounds, accessories, weapons, enemies, and more, all accompanied...

The official colouring book to accompany Melanie Martinez's wildly popular short film K-12 (2019). Colour in each page as Melanie Martinez's fictional character, Cry Baby, and a few magical friends plan their escape from the K-12 Sleepaway School.

Learning how to crochet has never been simpler! Enjoy this beginner's guide that takes you by the hand like a personal instructor and teaches you how to crochet. Filled with detailed descriptions of materials and tools, the easy step-by-step instructions for all the basic crocheting techniques will have you creating projects like boas, coasters, and even slippers and bags in...

From Summer Lee, sock knitting guru and author of reader-favorite The Sock Project, a new collection of patterns for making socks in every shape and size, all in her signature palette of neon bright colorsFrom the author of The Sock Project comes a new book that helps knitters build their skills in fresh and exciting ways. This volume presents a...

This small, portable book presents a unique perspective on the human body for artists to study and implement in their drawing work. In this book, artist and teacher Michel Lauricella simplifies the human body into basic, synthetic shapes and forms, offering profound insight for artists of all kinds, sparking the imagination and improving one's observational abilities. Rather than going the...

In this all-in-one guide to watercolour, artist and author of Watercolor Wanderlust, Hannah M. Pickerill, gives readers all the tools they need to quickly and easily build their painting prowess. In 30 lessons that intuitively build from art essentials to advanced and experimental techniques, Hannah ensures that readers have the understanding necessary to create fantastic paintings. Each of the 30...

The latest in DK's fan-favourite visual guide series covers three seasons of The Mandalorian in anticipation of the theatrical release The Mandalorian and Grogu. Go behind the screens with this essential companion to all three seasons of Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Produced in close collaboration with Lucasfilm, this must-have guide to the Disney+ phenomenon is packed with fascinating new insights...

A fresh, updated edition of the classic learn-to-knit book, from the creators of the premier knit and crochet brand Pom PomKnit How is the classic learn-to-knit book, stocked by more independent yarn stores than any other beginner book. Now, straight from the needles of Pom Pom, comes a fresh edition of this all-time favorite, with all-new photography, a bright new...

Create stunning, food-safe glazes for functional pottery. Take your ceramics to the next level with Amazing Glaze Food-Safe Recipes, the essential guide for potters who want to create beautiful, functional pieces designed for everyday use. A collaboration between noted potter and author Gabriel Kline and chemist Bill Collins, PhD, this unique book explores the science of glaze formulation, explaining essential...

Bring a touch of magic to your reading with this deluxe set of three bookmarks featuring the beloved characters of Elphaba Thropp, Glinda Upland and Fiyero Tigelaar from Wicked: For Good.Never lose your spot during your next great Ozian read with this collectible set of metal bookmarks.QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: These stunning bookmarks are made with high-quality metal with intricate cut outs and feature...

A landmark, incendiary collection from one of the leading essayists working today. Inspiring everyone from radical activists to Beyoncé Knowles, Rebecca Solnit's essay Men Explain Things to Me has become a touchstone of the feminist movement and established her as one of the leading thinkers of our time. Here it is collected along with the best of Solnit's feminist writings....

A gift to bring joy and comfort to your days, from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Wild Hope Joy Chose You is a beautiful, colour-illustrated collection of Donna's most loved poems to bring more joy into our imperfect lives. When we allow joy to wrap her quiet warmth around us, we find ourselves opening up to more...

Rewind back to 1994 with this specially designed boxed set that digs into the behind-the-scenes details of Steven Spielberg’s awe-inspiring film Jurassic Park. In 1993, director Steven Spielberg’s Jurassic Park brought Michael Crichton’s Isla Nublar and his dinosaur theme park to life. The film captivated audiences around the world, pioneering a new age of visual effects on the silver screen...

James Payne's YouTube Channel "Great Art Explained" gained a huge and appreciative worldwide audience. This beautifully put-together book is simply the best introduction to the lifelong pleasure and rewards of looking at pictures since Gombrich. An instant classic - Stephen Fry Art appreciation made accessible, relevant and entertaining; writer, curator and YouTuber James Payne demystifies great works of art. Based...

Take up your hook and with the expert guidance of crochet and amigurumi expert Sarah-Jane Hicks, recreate the wonderful world of Aardman Animations' beloved twosome, Wallace & Gromit: Cracking Crochet! Taking inspiration from the short films A Grand Day Out, The Wrong Trousers, A Close Shave and A Matter of Loaf and Death, you can crochet eight of the key...

From selecting yarns and learning the basics of crochet to assembling your projects and adding whimsical details, The Complete Guide to Crochet Dolls and Animals makes any amigurumi project possible! Hundreds of photos demonstrate the best crochet stitches to use, along with lessons on how to assemble amigurumi figures correctly and give them more personality. All the basic stitches and...

The Complete Book of Origami is the one origami book you definitely need to get—a guide to all the 85 classic paper models that origami is famous for! This is a must-have book for origami folders of all ages and skill levels, from novice on up. It provides all the instructions you need to create the classic and most beautiful...

Gnomes for your home! Stitch a year-round collection of 12 friendly gnomes for your home using this fabulous new book by sewing superstar Debbie Shore. Gnomes aren't just for winter! Sewing superstar Debbie Shore presents a friendly, fashion-forward, all-new collection of 12 gnomes for your home, based on her hugely popular Erik and Ola creations from Half Yard (TM) Winter....

Fun & Easy Origami Animals contains 19 beginner origami models that everyone loves and anyone can fold—and it comes complete with 20 sheets of high-quality origami papers. This is the ideal guide for someone who wants to explore the magic of origami for the first time—start turning two-dimensional paper into lifelike three-dimensional objects in only a few minutes. Voila! This...

A collection of 30 beautiful designs for flower motifs inspired by decorative tiles from around the world. All of the patterns are written in US crochet terms with a handy table for the equivalent UK terms. Most of the motifs are square and crocheted from the centre out like a granny square. However, there are also round, octagon, and hexagon-shaped...

See China in a whole new light. For several years, Luxembourgish photographer and travel journalist Annette Morheng has documented everyday life in the Middle Kingdom, a country where tradition and progress constantly collide. Gathered together in this vibrant new illustrated book, her pictures document Chinese people, villages, and hutongs; temples and skyscrapers; natural wonders and mega metropolises; the most remote...

The time has come for a fresh, fun take on the classic granny square. Featuring 20 popular animals, including dogs, cats, bears, sheep, pigs, lions, turtles, ladybirds, sloths, and more, All-New Twenty to Make: Animal Granny Squares has a 3D animal to suit every taste! Use different stitches to create textured elements such as fluffy manes, shaggy fur, and frilly...

In these board books, every page is bursting with life—and tons to discover! Wimmelbooks are virtually instruction-free, inviting kids to make their own way through the busy Wimmelworld they encounter, and to craft their own stories. Children as young as age 2 have a blast pointing out recognisable things, while older kids can follow the star characters from page to...

How Music Works is David Byrne's buoyant celebration of a subject he has spent a lifetime thinking about. Equal parts historian and anthropologist, raconteur and social scientist, Byrne draws on his own work over the years with Talking Heads, Brian Eno, and his myriad collaborators—along with journeys to Wagnerian opera houses, African villages, and anywhere music exists—to show that music-making...

Because it is my name! Because I cannot have another in my life! Because I lie and sign myself to lies! Because I am not worth the dust on the feet of them that hang! How may I live without my name? I have given you my soul; leave me my name! In a small tight-knit community, gossip and rumour...

A new work by renowned writer and cultural critic, Mark Fisher, that unearths the weird, the eerie, and the horrific in 20th-century culture through a wide range of literature, film, and music references. Explore the weird, the eerie, and the horrific in 20th-century literature, film, and music—from H.P. Lovecraft and Daphne Du Maurier to Stanley Kubrick and Christopher Nolan. What...

SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK For the mothers of the disappeared in 1970s Argentina, protest was difficult. Every Thursday they marched in front of government buildings wearing headscarves embroidered with the names of their lost children. Through sewing, they found a way to campaign. In Tudor England, Mary, Queen of Scots was under house arrest and...

All knowledge, the cosmos arranged on shelves, in cupboards, or hanging from the ceiling, 'infinite riches in a little room' – such were the cabinets of curiosities of the 17th century. This survey, now available in a compact edition, traces the amazing history of cabinets of curiosities, from their first appearance in the inventories and engravings commissioned by Renaissance nobles...

A groundbreaking global survey of the finest mid-20th-century homes - in a great, new, classic edition. A fascinating collection of more than 400 of the world's most glamorous homes from more than 290 architects, the Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Houses showcases work by such icons as Marcel Breuer, Richard Neutra, Alvar Aalto, and Oscar Niemeyer alongside extraordinary but virtually unknown...

From knitting experts Laine, 52 Weeks of Socks, Vol. II is a colourful, abundant and even more versatile book on patterns than its bestselling predecessor. The patterns, contributed by a diverse group of 47 talented designers from all over the world, are clear, approachable and graded into three sizes, and are accompanied by gorgeous photography. Using a variety of different...

In 365 Days of Art in Nature, Lorna Scobie invites the reader to take a closer look at the natural world—whether that’s outside on location, or inside their own home—reminding us all that regardless of whether we live in the city or the countryside, wildlife is just on our doorstep. Observe the slow, constant pace of the nature that surrounds...

The practical, pocket-sized macramé manual that every crafter needs. Tips, techniques, and trusted advice on everything from estimating cord length and creating neat knots to working in the round, making a fringe, and adding beads. Whether you are new to knotting or not, this comprehensive mini guide is a treasure trove of knowledge, perfect for dipping in and out of...

In 2025, Brandon Stanton, creator of Humans of New York and author of four number one New York Times bestselling books, will publish his most personal work yet: Dear New York, a photographic love letter to the city he has embraced. Opening with a deeply moving prologue that reads like a train ride through the city, the book expands into...

The next must-have gift book for every dog lover from artist and Instagram sensation Alison Friend, featuring over 125 of her irresistible dog portraits—each uniquely mischievous, sweet, poignant, and funny. Welcome to Alison Friend's world of dogs. Meet Dave, the Boston terrier who loves gummy bears. Pip, the Border Collie who'd rather solve her Rubik's Cube than herd sheep. Debbie,...

Fifty new books at £1 each, celebrating the pioneering spirit of the Penguin Modern Classics series, from inspiring essays to groundbreaking fiction and poetry. Do I wish to keep up with the times? No. My wish simply is to live my life as fully as I can. The great American poet, novelist, and environmental activist argues for a life lived...

"The new Chris Cornell biography is the book his legacy deserves." —Kerrang! "Reiff unearths plenty of unexpected details and novel anecdotes…but the book is perhaps most valuable for the way it rounds out and humanises this man who managed to keep so many of his cards close to the vest despite decades in the spotlight." —Variety Total F*cking Godhead brings...

The Japanese philosopher and aesthete's definitive, hugely influential exposition of his philosophy of folkcrafts, setting out the hallmarks of Japanese design as we know it today - anonymity, quality, simplicity and honesty - and, of course, wabi-sabi, the beauty of imperfection. Our lives are filled with objects. Everyday things used in everyday settings, they are our constant companions. As such,...

Embark on a captivating photographic journey beyond Earth, from the dawn of human space exploration, through the untold story of the Mercury and Gemini missions. 'Wickedly exciting' - Tom Hanks 'Experience the same incredible awe as we astronauts did on those very first voyages into space' - Jim Lovell, Gemini 7 & 12, Apollo 8 & 13 'An unprecedented trip...

In which the writings of the authors Thom Yorke and Stanley Donwood are gathered together. This commonplace book includes faxes, notes, fledgling lyrics, sketches, lists of all kinds and scribblings towards nirvana, as were sent between the two authors during the period 1999 to 2000 during the creation of the Radiohead albums Kid A and Amnesiac. This is a document...

The whole performance is wonderfully intermediate - poised between the Bible and folk wisdom, between the Light Ages and the Dark Ages - and at the same time pulverisingly actual in its language. Heaney has caught the balance of these brilliantly; he has made a masterpiece out of a masterpiece. Andrew Motion, Financial Times What characterises this Beowulf is its...

This comprehensive anthology attempts to give the common reader possession of six centuries of great British and American poetry. The book features a large introductory essay by Harold Bloom called The Art of Reading Poetry, which presents his critical reflections of more than half a century devoted to the reading, teaching, and writing about the literary achievement he loves most....

In her introduction, Janet Gezari discusses issues of dating and authenticity that arise with Brontë's poems, and the ways in which the Gondal poems relate to the lost prose narratives on the same subject. The poems of Emily Jane Brontë are passionate and powerful works that convey the vitality of the human spirit and of the natural world. Only twenty-one...

As entertaining as it is incisive, Stoned is a raucous journey through the history of human desire for what is rare, and therefore precious. What makes a stone a jewel? What makes a jewel priceless? And why do we covet beautiful things? In this brilliant account of how eight jewels shaped the course of history, jeweller and scientist Aja Raden...

This is an attractively priced photography classic made accessible to a wider, new audience. It covers everything from "seeing" the finished photo in advance to lens choices. It is illustrated with many of Ansel Adams' most famous images. New Photo Series 1: Camera is perfect for both beginners and seasoned photographers aiming to enhance their skills.

A beautiful edition of Anne Brontë's most enduring novel, to accompany her sisters' greatest books in Penguin Clothbound Classics. Gilbert Markham is deeply intrigued by Helen Graham, a beautiful and secretive young woman who has moved into nearby Wildfell Hall with her young son. He is quick to offer Helen his friendship, but when her reclusive behaviour becomes the subject...

Between 58 and 50 BC, Caesar conquered most of the area now covered by France, Belgium, and Switzerland, and twice invaded Britain. This is the record of his campaigns. Caesar's narrative offers insights into his military strength and paints a picture of his encounters with the inhabitants of Gaul and Britain. It also offers lively portraits of key characters, such...

Spark Joy is the illustrated masterclass of tidying from the bestselling global phenomenon Marie Kondo - now in paperback! Marie Kondo will help you declutter your life with her new major Netflix series Organise the World with Marie Kondo. Spark Joy is an in-depth, line illustrated, room-by-room guide to decluttering and organising your home, from bedrooms and kitchens to bathrooms...

A collectible new Penguin Classics series: beautiful, slim, clothbound editions of ten favourite poets. Songs of Innocence and of Experience is one of the best-loved poetry collections of all time, an innovative and groundbreaking experiment in which Blake intertwined text and image to dazzling effect. The volume, published sometimes as two separate collections, juxtaposes the innocent world of childhood with...

Describing the surreal hallucinations, insomnia and nightmarish visions he experienced while consuming daily large amounts of laudanum, Thomas De Quincey's legendary account of the pleasures and pains of opium forged a link between artistic self-expression and addiction. It paved the way for later generations of literary drug-takers from Baudelaire to Burroughs. Confessions of an English Opium-Eater is a seminal narrative...

Part of the authoritative and acclaimed Penguin Shakespeare series, now rejacketed in the celebrated Penguin Classics livery. A battle-hardened soldier, Antony is one of the three leaders of the Roman world. But he is also a man in the grip of an all-consuming passion for the exotic and tempestuous queen of Egypt. And when their life of pleasure together is...

“The sonnet, like poverty, teaches you what you can do / without,” Diane Seuss writes in this brilliant, candid work, her most personal collection to date. These poems tell the story of a life at risk of spilling over the edge of the page, from Seuss's working-class childhood in rural Michigan to the dangerous allures of New York City and...

Maybe our world will grow kinder eventually. Maybe the desire to make something beautiful is the piece of God that is inside each of us. In this stunning collection, Mary Oliver returns to the imagery that has defined her life's work. Herons, sparrows, owls, and kingfishers flit across the page in meditations on love, artistry, and impermanence. Whether considering a...

Duck surprise. The car that wouldn't start. The psychiatrists. Those builders... Fifty years ago, Fawlty Towers hit British TV screens for the first time, becoming an instant classic. Now, for the first time, John Cleese tells his stories from behind the scenes of his favourite moments. From writing scripts that were so carefully planned they were double the length of...

Celebrate 40 years of animated filmmaking magic with Studio Ghibli Dream Artists! Since 1985, Studio Ghibli has brought big dreams to the big screen––now, peek behind the curtain to discover the team of artists responsible for Japan’s most iconic animated films. Both a history and a deluxe art anthology, this book is the definitive compendium on Studio Ghibli’s visual style,...

A compilation of practical guidance on everything you need to know about painting people and landscapes in watercolour, with simple exercises and step-by-step demonstrations to develop your masterpiece. Hazel Soan is a hugely successful painter and an outstanding teacher and author of art books, which have introduced the wonders of art to a generation of amateur artists. Here she collates...

A stunning new collection of inspiring stories and photographs of women from around the world, from the international bestselling creator of The Atlas of Beauty. 'True beauty lies in the sum of our qualities, used for positive purposes. In other words, using your power for the good.' This new book delves deeper into the stories behind the captivating images that...

A deluxe 10th anniversary edition of the bestselling poetry collection milk and honey, including an exclusive new chapter of poetry, a new introduction by Rupi, a collage of behind-the-scenes photos and memorabilia illustrating the book’s decade-long journey, handwritten diary entries, and heartfelt annotations from Rupi and some of today’s most respected voices in a selection of fan-favourite poems. Since debuting...

The Little Black Classics series introduces 46 new books to celebrate the first-ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Love That Moves the Sun and Other Stars by Dante Alighieri evokes happiness beyond all words, portraying a life filled with peace and love, entire and whole.

After two busy years on the road, the Poetry Pharmacist is back on the page with new prescriptions, readers' most-loved poems, and more tried-and-true classics from the pharmacy vault. The Poetry Pharmacy is one of the best-selling (and most giftable) poetry anthologies of recent decades. Now, after huge demand for more prescriptions from readers and 'patients' alike, William Sieghart is...

Mary Oliver was awarded the National Book Award for New and Selected Poems, Volume One. Since its initial appearance, it has become one of the best-selling volumes of poetry in the country. This collection features thirty poems published only in this volume as well as selections from the poet's first eight books. Mary Oliver's perceptive, brilliantly crafted poems about the...

An exhilarating collection of non-fiction from the bestselling, double Booker Prize-winning phenomenon that is Margaret Atwood. The Sunday Times bestselling collection of funny, endlessly curious, and uncannily prescient essays from cultural icon Margaret Atwood. In it, she seeks answers to Burning Questions such as: Why do people everywhere, in all cultures, tell stories? How can we live on our planet?...

It’s hard to believe that the world's first skyscraper was built in 1885 – the ten-storey Home Insurance Building in Chicago. Little more than a century later, the highest skyscraper is the 163-storey Burj Khalifa in Dubai, standing 828 metres tall. The 1,000-metre Kingdom Tower in Jeddah was expected to take first place in 2020, but construction has been halted...

One of the music world's pre-eminent critics takes a fresh and much-needed look at the day Dylan "went electric" at the Newport Folk Festival, timed to coincide with the event's fiftieth anniversary. On the evening of July 25, 1965, Bob Dylan took the stage at Newport Folk Festival, backed by an electric band, and roared into his new rock hit,...

'For years now, I've been taking fugitive snaps of my band, Radiohead. I've tried to catch out my friends with my small black Yashica T4 Super. They are so lost in their own moment of performance that they don't see me with the camera.' – Colin Greenwood How to Disappear is bassist Colin Greenwood's stunning portrait of Radiohead in his...

The Pulitzer Prize-winning art critic's gripping account of how political turmoil in Paris from 1870-1871 gave rise to Impressionism. 'Astonishing. A true story which exults in love, courage, beauty, mischief and the mystery of human intimacy.' Annabel Crabb Impressionism remains wildly popular. Crowds flock to exhibitions by its greatest artists—Édouard Manet, Berthe Morisot, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Edgar Degas, Claude Monet, Camille...

Funny, elegiac and chilling, these essays from award-winning New Zealand writer Mohamed Hassan blend storytelling, memoir, and non-fiction to map the experience of being Muslim in the 21st century. This is the breakout non-fiction book from award-winning New Zealand writer Mohamed Hassan. From Cairo to Takapuna, Athens to Istanbul, How to be a Bad Muslim maps the personal and public...

Give the gift of Taylor Swift with the Unofficial Taylor Swift Christmas Colouring Book! Record-breaking tours, multiplatinum albums, and over 300 award wins—everyone knows and loves Taylor Swift, and now she's here to help you spread some holiday cheer. With a voice fit for the season and enough songs to foster the festive spirit and fight those winter blues, Swift-mas...

A design monograph series on the most remarkable architects, designers, brands, and design movements of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, each book contains a historical-critical essay discussing the life and work of the subject, followed by an illustrated appreciation of groundbreaking work. The most widely recognised of US architects, Wright designed over 1000 buildings in 70 years. He transformed American...

100 Ideas that Changed Graphic Design by Steven Heller and Veronique Vienne is an essential addition to any graphic designer's library, offering an in-depth exploration of the pivotal concepts that have shaped the field of graphic design over the past century. This richly illustrated book delves into the historical and cultural contexts behind seminal ideas, techniques, and tools that have...