Art & Culture

The storytelling phenomenon Humans of New York and its bestselling books have captivated a global audience of millions with personal narratives that illuminate the human condition. But one story stands apart from the rest . . .She is a woman as fabulous, unbowed, and irresistible as the city she lives in.Meet TANQUERAY.In 2019, Humans of New York featured a photo of a woman in an outrageous fur coat and hat she made herself. She instantly captured the attention of millions. Her name is Stephanie Johnson, but she's better known to HONY followers as 'Tanqueray,' a born performer who was once one of the best-known burlesque dancers in New York City. Reeling from a brutal childhood, immersed in a world of go-go dancers and hustlers, dirty cops and gangsters, Stephanie was determined to become the fiercest thing the city had ever seen. And she succeeded.Real, raw, and unapologetically honest, this is the full story of Tanqueray as told by Brandon Stanton - a book filled with never-before-told stories of Tanqueray's struggles and triumphs through good times and bad, personal photos from her own collection, and glimpses of New York City from back in the day when the name 'Tanqueray' was on everyone's lips.

Stonesetting for Jewellery Makers is an all-encompassing examination of the many and varied techniques, treatments and innovations used in jewellery design.

With 73 million units sold worldwide, Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed franchise is established as one of the best-selling game series ever. Recognized for having some of the richest, most-engrossing art and storytelling in the industry, Assassin's Creed transcends video games, branching into other entertainment experiences including comic books, novels, short films and an impressive merchandise line-up. The recently announced Assassin's Creed Unity takes players into the heart of the French Revolution. Marrying intricately detailed environments and next-gen capabilities, Paris comes to life around you and immerses you in the grit and grime of a city in turmoil. Continuing in the footsteps of this already world-renowned franchise, Assassin's Creed Unity brings to life a time of unrest and disorder in one of the greatest cities in the world, promising to be the biggest and best experience yet. Highlights in the game, and in the book, include the different areas of Paris, each with their own identity and population, towering buildings bigger than any Assassin's Creed game so far and an amazing range of locations and action. (c) 2014 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Assassin's Creed, Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are trademarks of Ubisoft in the U.S. and/or other countries.

• Lively and engaging content with a broad appeal for artists, illustrators, and designers• Inspiration for new, interesting character designs• Informative interviews with professionals about their work and industry• Handy quick tips that can be used to kick start ideas• Detailed tutorials explaining key processes for advancing character designs

Learn to master your Nikon Z6 II / Z7 II and take full advantage of all its capabilities! Mastering the Nikon Z6 II / Z7 II by Darrell Young provides a wealth of experience-based information and insights for owners of the new Z6 II or Z7 II camera. Darrell is determined to help the user navigate past the confusion that often comes with complex and powerful professional camera equipment.This book explores the features and capabilities of the cameras in a way that far surpasses the user's manual. It guides readers through the cameras' features with step-by-step setting adjustments; color illustrations; and detailed how, when, and why explanations for each option. Every button, dial, switch, and menu configuration setting is explored in a user-friendly manner, with suggestions for setup according to various shooting styles.Darrell's friendly and informative writing style allows readers to easily follow directions, while feeling as if a friend dropped in to share his knowledge. The information in this book goes beyond the camera itself and also covers basic photography technique.

The official and definitive companion book to Denis Villeneuve's 2017 sequel to Ridley Scott's 1982 original film. This revised and enhanced edition adds 20 new pages of original content which include the movie's spoiler scenes.

The critically acclaimed manga series about a man time-traveling back to his youth to save his girlfriend from a street gang - which inspired the wildly popular anime and live action film!

Conservation of Easel Paintings, 2nd edition provides a much-anticipated update to the previous edition, which has come to be known internationally as an invaluable and comprehensive text on the history, philosophy and methods of the treatment of easel paintings.

With over 750K followers on Instagram, Laura Rubin has an active fanbase with whom she engages regularlyThe artist’s hyper-realistic style makes this book stand out from other ‘Art of’ books, and will be printed on carefully selected paper to enhance the results of that techniqueThe artist uses Procreate, the award-winning, industry-standard iPad software that has revolutionized digital painting (see the famous hyper realistic portrait of Morgan Freeman by one of the earliest users of Procreate)Practical tutorials demonstrating how a digital portrait is created – from choosing a reference to final files – make this book a valuable resource for both portraiture and digital artThe high-quality hardback finish features art paper specially selected to showcase the hyper-realistic style and deep, rich colors at their best

Hailed the Trumpet Bible for over 150 years, this complete pedagogical method contains hundreds of exercises for brass instruments, beginning with basics and progressing to advanced compositions, including the author's famous arrangement of "The Carnival in Venice."Sharing the knowledge he acquired from many years of experience as a performer and teacher, Arban discusses every aspect of playing with emphasis on articulation, tonguing, slurs, tone, and range. He offers an appreciation of all the instrument's inherent difficulties as well as instructive points that touch upon all possible musical questions.Whether you are a beginner or an old master, this is an essential asset to trumpet, French horn, and cornet players.

Build your own passive solar greenhouse for year-round food production in any climate Extensively researched, written with personal experience, and full of essential facts and figures rendered simple and accessible. ¿ DARRELL E. FREY, author, The Bioshelter Market Garden A practical, easy-to-read guide that enables anyone to design and build their own sustainable, year-round greenhouse. I highly recommend it for aquaponic growers, and any gardener looking to extend their season. ¿ SYLVIA BERNSTEIN, author, Aquaponic Gardening FRESH, LOCAL, NUTRIENT-DENSE fruits and vegetables are hard to find in winter in cold climates. Growing warm-weather crops like tomatoes, bananas, avocados, or other perennials is nearly impossible using conventional structures. The solution for millions of backyard and small-scale commercial growers is self-heating solar greenhouses.The Year-round Solar Greenhouse is the one-stop guide to designing and building greenhouses that harness and store energy from the sun to create naturally heated, lush growing environments even in the depths of winter. Topics include the principles of solar greenhouse design, siting, glazing material properties and selection, controlling heat loss, ventilation, and construction methods. Additionally, an in-depth section covers sustainable ways of heating the greenhouse without fossil fuels, including using thermal mass and storing heat underground with a ground-to-air heat exchanger.Variations include attached solar greenhouses, earth-sheltered greenhouses, plus integrating hydroponics and aquaponics. More than a dozen case studies from across North America provide inspiration and demonstrate specific challenges and solutions for growing year-round in any climate. Grow your own food, anytime, anywhere using the power of the sun! An important resource that will help farmers and greenhouse operators leverage innovation for sustainable and profitable food production. ...This book should be part of your tool kit. ¿ GAELAN BROWN, author, The Compost-Powered Water Heater LINDSEY SCHILLER is a greenhouse designer and is, with co-author Marc Plinke, co-owner of Ceres Greenhouse Solutions. Lindsey has designed, toured, and helped build hundreds of energy-efficient greenhouses spanning small residential structures to acre-size commercial facilities. MARC PLINKE is an inventor-innovator with a PhD in engineering. In recent years he has focused his engineering mindset on building innovative, energy-efficient, and smarter greenhouses, with the intention of enabling people to grow their own food sustainably and year-round.

"The highly anticipated third installment of this popular set takes knitters on a brand-new and freshly exhilarating journey, filled with color and imagination: roaring tigers, cunning foxes, wide-eyed fawns, whirling flowers, and so much more! With Lumi Karmitsa's creativity, inventiveness, and unforgettable color combinations coming to life on every page, this is an endlessly charming collection full of design delights no knitter will want to miss"--

Relaxation, creativity, and joy collide in coloring activities for advanced artists and Minecraft fans seeking a fun challenge!Creepers got you down? Pickaxe constantly breaking? Illagers raiding your hard-won homestead? Sometimes even the hardiest adventurer just needs a break. Based on Minecraft, the best-selling video game of all time, this deluxe adult coloring book lets you slow down, destress, and color your way through over sixty epic pages of original art inspired by the expansive, wondrous, and never-ending Minecraft world. RELAX AND ESCAPE: No need to craft a Nether portal. Just grab your pencils, crayons, or markers and create your own colorful Minecraft scenes, no pickaxe required. STUNNING ORIGINAL ART: With over 64 pages of beautiful, never-before-seen art, relive your Minecraft adventurers. We promise the creepers won’t explode. IGNITE YOUR CREATIVITY: Put your own spin on iconic characters, places, and items while exercising your creative spark.

In Mont Blanc Lines, photographer and alpinist Alex Buisse has travelled the Mont Blanc massif to capture images of the major mountain faces and to trace the classic climbing and skiing lines. As well as Mont Blanc, also featured are the Grandes Jorasses, the Aiguille du Midi and more, as well as the Matterhorn and the Eiger in Switzerland.

Immerse yourself in the epic world of 'Final Fantasy VII Remake: Traces of Two Pasts', a captivating novel by renowned author Kazushige Nojima. Published by Penguin LCC US on March 21, 2023, this book is a must-read for fans of the genre. The novel takes you on a thrilling journey, filled with unexpected twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. As you delve deeper into the narrative, you'll uncover the intricate details of two pasts intertwined in a complex web of events. This book is a testament to Nojima's storytelling prowess, as he masterfully weaves a tale that is as engaging as it is thought-provoking. If you're a fan of the Final Fantasy series or just a lover of good literature, 'Final Fantasy VII Remake: Traces of Two Pasts' is a book you won't want to miss. Published by Penguin LCC US, this novel is set to leave a lasting impression on all who venture within its pages.

The long-awaited revised edition of the stock trading classic gets you fully up to date on value investing, ESG investing, and other important developmentsThe definitive guide to stock trading, Stocks for the Long Run has been providing the knowledge, insights, and tools that traders need to understand the market for nearly 30 years. It's been updated with new chapters and content on:The role of value investingThe impact of ESG¿Environmental/Social/Governance¿issues on the future of investingThe current interest rate environmentFuture returns investors should expect in the bond and stock marketsThe role of international investingThe long-run risks on equity marketsThe importance of black swan events, such as a pandemic and the financial crisisYou'll also get in-depth discussions on the big questions investors face: Is international Investing dead? What do global changes like climate change mean for markets wo0rldwide?Consult this classic guide to master the stock market's behavior, past trends, and future forecasts, so you have all the tools you need to develop a powerful long-term portfolio that's both safe and secure.

As a child, Anna Wintour was a tomboy with no apparent interest in clothing but, seduced by the miniskirts and bob haircuts of swinging 1960s London, she grew into a fashion-obsessed teenager. Her father, the influential editor of the Evening Standard, loomed large in her life, and once he decided she should become editor in chief of Vogue, she never looked back.Impatient to start her career, she left high school and got a job at a fashionable boutique in London - an experience that would be the first of many defeats. Undeterred, she found work in the competitive world of magazines, eventually moving to New York. Before long, Anna's journey to Vogue became a battle to ascend, no matter who or what stood in her way. Once she was crowned editor in chief - in one of the stormiest transitions in fashion magazine history - she continued the fight to retain her enviable position, ultimately rising to dominate all of Conde Nast.Based on extensive interviews with Anna Wintour's closest friends and collaborators, including some of the biggest names in fashion, journalist Amy Odell has crafted the most revealing portrait of Wintour ever published. Weaving Anna's personal story into a larger narrative about the hierarchical dynamics of the fashion industry and the complex world of Conde Nast, Anna charts the relentless ambition of the woman who would become an icon.

Designed for photographers who haven't memorized every button, dial, setting, and feature on their Sony a7 IV, Rocky Nook's handy andultra-portable quick reference Pocket Guide helps you get the shot whenyou're out and about.- Confirmthat your camera is set up properly with the pre-shoot checklist- Identifyevery button and dial on your camera- Learnthe essential modes and settings you need to know- Divedeeper with additional features of your camera- Executestep-by-step instructions for shooting multiple exposures, in-camera HDR, time-lapse movies, and more - Followtips and techniques for getting great shots in typical scenarios (portrait, landscape, freezing action, low light, etc.)

Sowohl für erfahrene Sammler als auch begeisterte Neueinsteiger ist dieser Band die perfekte Sportwagen-Anthologie. Er versammelt 50 der erlesensten, begehrtesten und adrenalingeladensten Sportwagen aller Zeiten und erzählt fesselnde Geschichten von Automobildesign und ¿technik auf der Suche nach optimalen Fahrleistungen auf Straßen und Rennstrecken. Diese meisterhafte Zusammenstellung glorreicher Hochgeschwindigkeits-Zweisitzer umfasst sowohl reine Rennwagen als auch für die Straße zugelassene Flitzer. Einige der begehrtesten Autos überhaupt stammen aus der glorreichen goldenen Ära des Sportwagenrennsports, die bis in die späten 1960er Jahre andauerte. Damals reisten elegante Privatiere mit ihren Autos zu einem Wettbewerb wie den berühmten 24 Stunden von Le Mans, nahmen daran teil ¿ vielleicht gewannen sie ihre Kategorie oder sogar das Rennen ¿, bevor sie wieder ganz cool nach Hause fuhren.Dieser spektakuläre Band ist eine wahre Automobil-Fundgrube und zeigt die begehrtesten Sportwagen aller Zeiten, vom Stutz Model A Bear Cat von 1912 über den Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B MM Spider von 1938 bis hin zum Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR ¿Uhlenhaut Coupé¿ von 1955 ¿ dem teuersten Auto der Welt ¿ und dem Ferrari 250 GTO Serie II von 1962/64. Jedes der sagenumwobenen Modelle wird mit atemberaubenden Bildern der weltweit führenden Autofotografen aufwändig auf Doppelseiten präsentiert, ergänzt durch seltene Archivstücke wie originalen Werksfotos und berühmten Rennsportplakaten. Dazu gibt es Texte mit fachkundigen Beschreibungen und technischen Daten, die auf dem Insiderwissen der Autoren beruhen.Über die ReiheTASCHEN ist 40! Seit wir im Jahr 1980 unsere Arbeit als kulturelle Schatzgräber aufgenommen haben, steht TASCHEN für erschwingliche, hochwertige und mitunter tollkühne Publikationen. Ob Kunst oder Körperkult ¿ wir machen¿s möglich, dass sich Buchwürmer auf der ganzen Welt zu unschlagbaren Preisen ihre eigenen Bibliotheken zusammenstellen. Heute feiern wir unseren 40. Geburtstag und bleiben unserem Motto treu: Die 40th Anniversary Edition versammelt einige der Toptitel unseres Programms in smarten Ausgaben ¿ handliches Format, freundlicher Preis und wie immer mit großer Hingabe produziert.

The deVOL Kitchen is a captivating book penned by the talented author, Paul O'Leary. Published in 2023 by Ebury Publishing, this masterpiece dives deep into the world of culinary arts. The genre of the book is an intriguing mix of food, lifestyle, and design, making it a unique addition to any book collection. Paul O'Leary, with his magical storytelling, takes the readers on a journey through the deVOL Kitchen, sharing insights, recipes, and design ideas. The book's publication by Ebury Publishing further adds credibility to its content, given their reputation for high-quality publications. Written in English, 'The deVOL Kitchen' is a must-read for anyone interested in food and design.

40 Jahre lang dominierte der Kalte Krieg das Weltgeschehen. Die DDR und die Bundesrepublik befanden sich in diesem globalen Konflikt an vorderster Front. Symbol dafür war die berüchtigte Berliner Mauer, die Liebende, Freunde und Familien, Kollegen und Mitbürger voneinander trennte.Der Herausgeber, das Wendemuseum im kalifornischen Los Angeles, ist nach dem historischen Zeitraum um den Mauerfall 1989 benannt. Seit seiner Gründung 2002 durch den Amerikaner Justin Jampol widmet sich das Museum der Kultur und Bildsprache des früheren Ostblocks und fördert verschiedene Sichtweisen auf diese vielschichtige Ära, die unsere Welt bis heute prägt.Der enzyklopädische Band zeigt mehr als 2.000 Stücke aus der einzigartigen Sammlung des Museums. Basierend auf unserem XL-Band, bietet dieses Buch einen umfangreichen Überblick über Kunstgegenstände, Archivbestände und Dinge aus der DDR: offizielle Symbole und oppositionelle Ausdrucksformen, Spektakuläres und Alltägliches, Massenproduziertes und Handgemachtes, Witziges und Tragisches.Begleitet werden diese Überreste einer untergegangenen Zeit von grundlegenden Texten, die Akademiker und Experten aus Europa, Kanada und den USA zu Themen von der Stasi bis zur Sexualität, von Denkmälern bis zu mentalen Landkarten verfasst haben. Über 800 Seiten, mehr als 2.000 Gegenstände. Eine kleinere und handlichere Ausgabe unseres XL-Bandes mit dem umfassendsten Überblick über die visuelle und materielle Kultur der DDR.Mit zahlreichen Aufnahmen der berühmtesten DDR-Fotografen aus dem Alltag und von offiziellen Anlässen.Mehr Platz für kalte Krieger: Nach Erweiterung und Umbau präsentiert das Wende Museum ab dem 18. November 2017 seine mehr als 100.000 Exponate umfassende Sammlung von DDR-Artefakten und anderen Relikten des Kalten Krieges auf erweiterter, großzügiger Fläche im historischen Armory Building von Culver City, einem ehemaligen Zeughaus der US National Guard aus der McCarthy-Ära, das von Michael Boyd, Christian Kienapfel und Benedikt Taschen für das Museum umgestaltet wurde.

All five books in the "New York Times"-bestsellling Fablehaven series are collected in a complete boxed set. Includes "Fablehaven, Rise of the Evening Star, Grip of the Shadow Plague, Secrets of the Dragon Sanctuary," and "Keys to the Demon Prison." Illustrations.

When it comes to the climate, we don't need more marketing or anxiety. We need established facts and a plan for collective action.The climate is the fundamental issue of our time, yet it seems we can barely agree on what is really going on, let alone what needs to be done. We urgently need facts, not opinions. Insights, not statistics.The Carbon Almanac is a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration between hundreds of writers, researchers, thinkers, and leaders that focuses on what we know, what has come before, and what might happen next. With thousands of data points, articles and charts explaining carbon's impact on everything in our society, from our the economy to extreme weather events, it is the definitive source for facts and the basis for a global movement to fight climate change. This book isn't what the oil companies, marketers, activists, or politicians want you to believe. This is what's really happening, right now. Our planet is in trouble, and no one concerned group, corporation, country, or hemisphere canaddress this on its own. We are in this together. And it's not too late for concerted, collective action for change.