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Photography has that special ability to capture the moment. At Tales you can find photo books, which did that to perfection, whether the camera was pointing towards fashion, design, humans, animals, nature or your favorite city. Photography can also be art in itself, when pushing the boundaries of the medium, experimenting with light, colours and perspective showing new sides of the world and of life itself. If you are a photographer yourself or just a photo enthusiast, get ready to be inspired by some of the greatest photo artists. There is a whole new world of photography waiting just for you, and we all know that a photo says more than a thousand words.
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    by Tim Walker
    £58.49

    Renowned for his surreal fashion photography, Tim Walker's new book challenges convention to explore the very concept of photographic imagination.

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    - Escape to Nature
     
    £23.99

    If you're dreaming about escaping to a beautiful cabin in a stunning setting, or homesteading off-the-grid, then Cabins - a collection of more than 35 gorgeous designs - is the book for you.

  • by Alexander S White
    £27.49

    This book is a complete guide to the operation of the Nikon Coolpix P1000 digital camera. The book explains all shooting modes, menus, functions, and controls of this superzoom camera, illustrated by more than 300 full-color images. The guide shows beginning and intermediate photographers how to get excellent results using the many features of the P1000.The book explains topics such as autofocus, manual focus, HDR (High Dynamic Range) photography, ISO sensitivity, memory cards, and flash modes. It discusses techniques for using the P1000's phenomenal zoom lens, with a maximum optical focal length of 3000mm, to full advantage. The book also explains the camera's features for remote control and image transfer using a smartphone or tablet with the P1000's built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities, as well as the camera's features for adding location data to images.The book includes sample photos taken with the creative options of the camera, including the Picture Control settings, which alter color processing of images; the Bird-watching, Moon, Creative, and Scene shooting modes, with settings optimized for subjects such as landscapes, pets, sunsets, and action shots; and the Coolpix P1000's features for burst shooting and time-lapse photography.In addition, the book provides introductions to topics such as street photography, infrared photography, and macro photography.The book also explains the video features of the P1000, which can shoot 4K video and can record high-speed video sequences at speeds up to four times greater than normal, resulting in slow-motion footage when played back. In addition, the book describes procedures for using the Filter Effects option to add special effects to images after they have been captured.In its three appendices, the book discusses accessories for the Coolpix P1000, including external flash units, microphones, remote control devices, cases, and charging and power options. The appendices also include a list of useful web sites and other references, as well as a section with "quick tips" to help users take advantage of the camera's features in the most efficient ways possible.

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    - Italy
    by Gray Malin
    £25.49

    Following the successes of both Beaches and Escape, Gray Malin turns his unique eye to the coasts, beaches, and landscapes of Italy. From the sparkling blue waters of the Amalfi Coast to the dramatic coastal scenery of Cinque Terre, Italia captures and celebrates many of the country's most famous and beloved destinations. Inspired by Malin's bestselling photographic series "La Dolce Vita," Italia highlights timeless details of the Italian Riviera

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    - An Astronaut's Photographs from a Year in Space
    by Scott Kelly
    £15.49

    The first photo book by the Nasa astronaut Scott Kelly, who spent a record-breaking Year in Space. Through the photos Kelly took during his time in space, we can learn to see the world in a new way and we are afforded a glimpse into a life that most of us will never encounter but of which many of us dream.

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    - Freedom and Masquerade
    by Charles Freger
    £20.99

    A new series of extraordinary photographic portraits by Charles Freger of the descendants of African slaves in the Americas.

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    - A Tribute to 70 Years of Porsche
    by Stefan Bogner
    £27.49

    70 years of Porsche: 70 years in which the enthusiasm for sporty driving, advanced technology and sensual design has created something very special. Text in English and German.

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    by Orhan Pamuk
    £21.99

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    by Brian Lloyd-Duckett
    £10.99

    A photographic workshop and journal filled with prompts and projects, sparks, nudges, innovations and inspirations to put the creativity back into your photography.

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    by Gary Rogowski
    £16.49

  • - Getting the Most from Nikon's Superzoom Camera
    by Alexander S White
    £24.49

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    by Oliver Wainwright
    £28.49

    Offering a rare glimpse inside the Hermit Kingdom, Guardian journalist and photographer Oliver Wainwright takes us on an architectural journey behind closed doors in the world's most secretive country. From the mosaic-lined lobbies of Soviet-era health centers to the candy-colored interiors of brand new theaters, his photographs shine a...

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    by Samuel Zeller
    £13.49

    Swiss photographer Samuel Zeller reveals the quietness and serenity found in some of Europe''s greenest, manmade corners. Starting his project in Geneva''s botanical gardens, Zeller shoots plants through translucent glass, exploring how the shapes and refractions create a blurred beauty reminiscent of impressionist paintings. Using the same technique across London, Paris, Vienna, Berlin and beyond, the photographer draws on classical botanical illustrations from the 19th century to illustrate nature in a contemporary and unusual way.

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    - Portfolio III
    by Outdoor Photography Magazine
    £18.99

    A stunning collection of the winning, commended and shortlisted photographs from the 2017 Outdoor Photographer of the Year competition.

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    - Creative Awakening with a Daily Practice in Photography
    by D Ulrich
    £14.99

    A beautifully illustrated guide to developing a daily photography practice that draws on mindfulness and Zen Buddhism, featuring accessible lessons on the mechanics of photography.

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    - 80 Ricette Della Tradizione (e Non) - 80 Traditional a Non-Traditional Recipes
    by William Dello Russo
    £18.99

    Hier finden Sie Apuliens Kochkultur in 80 schmackhaften Rezepten. Dabei handelt es sich aber nicht nur um eine simpleRezeptsammlung, sondern vielmehr um einen authentischen Überblick der Kochkunst und somit eines wertvollen kulturellen Erbes dieser besonderen Region. Vollendet wird dieses durch lokale Warenkunde und Empfehlungen apulischer Weine.Stimmungsvolle Fotos nehmen Sie mit auf eine kulinarische Reise, die in Ihrer heimischen Küche beginnt.

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    - Photographs from the Archives of NASA
    by Nirmala Nataraj
    £21.49

    Breathtaking images of the planets of the solar system, as captured by the pioneering missions of NASA.

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    - Inspiration and beauty in gardens near and far
    by Claire Takacs
    £25.99

    A stunning collection of over sixty of the world's most beautiful gardens, photographed by internationally renowned and awarded photographer Claire Takacs

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    by Sidney Lumet
    £11.99

    How is a movie made and what exactly does a director do? This book attempts to illuminate every circumstance, internal and external, emotional and technical, involved in the arduous process that culminates in what we see on the big screen.

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    by D Taylor
    £15.49

    Mastering Macro Photography is the definitive guide to the essentials of modern macro. It explains the basics of equipment, focusing, exposure and magnification ratios alongside such topics as lighting for effect, employing colour as a compositional device and using depth of field creatively.

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    - The National Park Service Photographs
    by Ansel Adams
    £14.99

    In 1941, Ansel Adams photographed America's national parks for a series of murals that would celebrate the country's natural heritage.

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    - A History of Street Photography
    by Colin Westerbeck
    £35.49

    New and updated edition of an unsurpassed history of street photography by one of its heroes, Joel Meyerowitz, and noted critic Colin Westerbeck

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    by D Taylor
    £15.49

    With This Expanded Guide: Leica M10, the intricacies of Leica's state-of-the-art camera are fully explored, giving the reader a clear insight into precisely what the camera is capable of.

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    - The Bare Reality
    by Laura Dodsworth
    £15.49

    100 men bravely share un-airbrushed photographs of their penises alongside honest, courageous, powerful and humorous stories about their penises and their lives. Intimate, visually refreshing, maybe even surprising, Manhood will make you reconsider how you think and feel about your own body, and those of the men in your life.

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    - The Greatest Aviation Photographs of World War II
    by John (Author) Dibbs
    £21.99

    Soaring high above the fields and cities of Europe and Asia as well as the vast expanse of the Pacific, Allied and Axis pilots engaged in a deadly battle for control of the skies in World War II. Whoever won the skies would win the war.Published in association with The National Museum of World War II Aviation, Storm of Eagles is a fully illustrated coffee-table book that brings together classic as well as never-before-seen wartime images. Compiled by one of the world''s premier aviation photographers and historians, this remarkable volume is a must-have for anyone interested in World War II aviation.

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    by Jim Heimann
    £35.49

    Explore the darker reality of the City of Angels in this omnibus of photographs and ephemera revealing the underbelly of Los Angeles from the 1920s through the 1950s. From the headline crime of the Black Dahlia to the petty corruption of mayors and cops, discover the flip side of the Southland that inspired the movies and novels which came to...

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    by Slim Aarons
    £48.49

    The fifth book in the hugely popular series celebrates the captivating women who inspired Slim Aarons's greatest work

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    by Dian Hanson
    £15.49

    The best of The New Erotic Photography and The New Erotic Photography 2 combine in this perfectly-formed collection of the world's most intriguing erotic photography talents. Over 350 fresh and provocative images showcase over 60 photographers as well as several outstanding models including self-portraitist Jody Frost and cover artist April-lea...

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    - The Outer Hebrides of Scotland
    by Paul Strand
    £18.99

    Classic book of black-and-white photographs in the Outer Hebrides.

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    by Lelia Wanick Salgado
    £54.99

    Over six years and 35 countries, Sebastiao Salgado documents the story of human migration. From the Hutu population of Rwanda, hiding out in remote jungles, to the first boats filled with Arabs and sub-Saharan Africans trying to reach Europe across the Mediterranean Sea, Salgado captures both the scale of the migrant crisis and the heart-...

Photography
The best thing about photography is its ability to capture the moment - and its ability to do it in so many ways. Each individual takes their own kind of photos. We have our own characteristic which comes to the surface when photographing. Although another amazing thing about photography is its universality. You don’t have to speak the same language in order to understand a photo taken by another nationality, even though you should remember the cultural differences.  
When taking a photo we give something of ourselves. A photo shows how we as individuals see the world; the way we use colors, light and shadow, perspective and not least the motive we choose to capture. It shows our interpretation of the world, and it is a product of what we find meaningful, although it can be difficult to go from idea to reality as an amateur photographer taking a photo. The photography does not always end up as we planned. It can be challenging when the importance of well taken and well produced photography and visual media has increased in recent years, especially after the rise of photo sharing social media sites such as Instagram and Pinterest. In Tales’ selection of photography books online you can find help to get started yourself. The selection of photo books guide you to all the basics of lights, backgrounds, perspectives and lenses making you the next master of photography. Who knows maybe you will end up with your own photography book or more followers on social media? If not, you can get inspired by the works of some of the greatest photographers now and then giving their different interpretations of the world and of life itself. 

Popular photo books
In Tales’ selection of photo books online you will find some of the most popular photography books at the market. The books contain works of some of the biggest photo artists in modern history. Photography can be its own form of art, especially when the camera is in the hands of a talented photographer, and that is why some of our most popular books are photography art books.
One of the most popular photo books right now is the collection of Helmuth Newton’s photo art in the special anniversary edition of his famous art book SUMO. Helmuth Newton has a whole museum dedicated to him and his works in the German capital Berlin. Newton is one of the biggest names in modern photography art and you have the chance of getting lost in 464 of his greatest photos. Newton works in the cross field between art and fashion and some of his photos are quite provocative. We recommend you to dive into the works of Helmuth Newton together with other photography art books.
Another one among our most popular photo books is the bestselling Humans of New York by Brandon Stanton. Through amazing visual portraits Stanton tells the story of everyday life in New York seen through the eyes of the ordinary new yorker, while at the same time showing all the diversity of the Big Apple. Stantons’ photos focus on the individual and the story of that individual, which comes to life in his photo book. All the individual photos come together and form a poetic and authentic portrait of modern New York.

Coffee table books
We all know the feeling of getting lost for words, especially in situations when not convenient. With one or two photography books on your coffee table you never have to experience that again. With a photo book you always have something to show your guests. A photo book gives them something to look at and converse about. There is nothing so inspiring as a good photo book. Coffee table books also add that final touch to your interior and show your interest in photography and art, making even more room for conversation. The photography books look good both in and out, and make your furnishing even more stylish, while giving you a touch of inspiration every day. 

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