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100 All Time Favourite Movies

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This collection profiles 100 of the finest films in cinema history. Traversing every genre, the book presents classic, cult, famous, and lesser-known films. Each masterpiece is introduced with essential information, film stills, and original posters. From Metropolis to Annie Hall, celebrate the art of the silver screen and find abundant inspiration for those movie nights in From horror to romance, noir to slapstick, adventure to tragedy, epic to musical, Western to new wave, all genres are represented in this wide-ranging and devilishly fun compendium. Think of this collection as a celebration of contrasts, an homage to the seventh art, a gathering of greats, and a nostalgic romp through celluloid history Chronological entries each include a synopsis, cast/crew listings, technical information, actor/director bios, trivia, and lists of awards, as well as film stills, production photos, and the original poster for each film. The chapter for each decade begins with an introduction exploring the historical and social context of films made in that era

20 Iconic Film Posters by Saul Bass

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This collection of 20 iconic film posters by Saul Bass, one of the greatest American designers of the 20th century, is a must for graphic designers and film fans Each poster is removable and designed to fit the standard frame size 12 x 16 inches Posters included: The Man with the Golden Arm; Saint Joan; Love in the Afternoon; Bonjour Tristesse; The Big Country; Vertigo; Anatomy of a Murder; Exodus; Spartacus; The Magnificent Seven; Advise & Consent; The Cardinal; In Harm's Way; Bunny Lake is Missing; Seconds; Grand Prix; The Fixer; Such Good Friends; The Shining; and Schindler's List

500 hidden secrets of London

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The 500 Hidden Secrets of London reveals those good-to-know places that are often kept a secret only known to those select few with local knowledge Discover a diverse range of under-the-radar yet outstanding addresses that will allow you to explore the best of the city away from the crowds For those who want to avoid the usual London tourist traps and for residents who are keen to track down the city's best-kept secrets Includes: places to eat or buy good food; for a drink; to shop; to enjoy culture; to discover historic London; to discover contemporary London; things to do with children; to sleep; weekend activities; and 35 random details and useful knowledge

À Tables London, The Restaurants You Need to Know

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This bilingual French-English book rounds up the 50 essential restaurants shaping the taste of London A dusted-off touristic guide featuring insider tips to (re)discover one of the most creative food scenes in the world. It’s designed for everyone who wants to explore London like real locals, with everything to plan an eating road map, without getting lost in tourist traps Restaurants reviewed independently

Adjaye Africa Architecture: A Photographic Survey of Metropolitan Architecture

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The African continent contains some of the world's most vibrant culture and creativity, and yet its buildings - vernacular, colonial or contemporary - have rarely engaged the interest of Western architects. David Adjaye, the first black architect to establish a truly global reputation in his field, has found endless sources of inspiration for his designs in the rich - and chequered - heritage of Africa's teeming metropolises. His life dream was to return to the continent as an architect to document Africa's built environment. Over a long decade, he tirelessly documented these dynamic, colourful cities, photographing thousands of buildings, sites and places, and letting each building speak for itself in telling contrast to a design world obsessed with photorealistic slickness The result was a stunning seven-volume work that has become an essential resource for all those interested in the burgeoning continent. This compact edition will make the fruits of this once-in-a-generation record available to a much wider audience. The result is one of the most original, ambitious and important architectural publications of our time, now available to everyone wishing to gain an understanding of a unique architectural heritage overlooked for too long

All-American Ads 90s

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From the Los Angeles riots to the Columbine High School massacre, Americans witnessed events and purchased items that reflected the best and worst of the decade. Bill Clinton's presidency was in jeopardy, the digital age had erupted, and Silicon Valley was affecting everyone on the planet. Meanwhile nudity and sex ruled the pages of magazines, selling everything from haute couture to fragrances and microwave ovens. Nirvana entertained Generation X while the "Greatest Generation" considered purchasing a Probe and something called a Hummer. Super Soakers and the game consoles Game Boy and PlayStation were the new toys, as Super Mario World, Gran Turismo, and Sonic the Hedgehog were warping the minds of young people everywhere. Luxury brands were in demand: shoppers coveted a Gucci bag, a Louis Vuitton tote, a Hermes scarf, or a Prada frock. TWA and Continental Airlines still flew the airways and Volkswagen reimagined the Beetle It was a decade that seemed safely benign, but was jammed with events and consumption on a grand scale, setting the stage for the 21st century. Features six chapters that cover a range of advertising, from food and fashion to entertainment and cars, All-American Ads of the '90s is a must-have compendium for every Beanie Babies-collecting, Simpsons-watching, pog-hoarding, and Harry Potter-loving citizen of 1990s consumerism

Andersen: The Illustrated Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen

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A revivification of Gestalten's classic Andersen: an illustrated treasury of fairy tales by the Danish author Hans Christian Andersen Andersen's magical fairy tales are adorned with engaging illustrations by a cast of carefully selected Illustrators. Like the complementary volume, Grimm, the original texts of traditional stories such as "The Ugly Duckling" and "The Emperor's New Clothes" are combined with contemporary visuals by imaginative and skilled artists. The plethora of aesthetic styles presented in Andersen appeals to a wide audience from young children to grandparents to design aficionados. Renowned worldwide for his childhood classics such as "The Little Mermaid" and "The Princess and the Pea," Andersen's fantastical stories have been translated into many languages and transformed into films, ballets, and stage theatres. This volume offers a chance to complete your bookshelf and a child's fairytale collection

Annie Leibovitz: The early years, 1970-1983

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For more than half a century, Annie Leibovitz has been taking culture-defining photographs. Her portraits of politicians, performers, athletes, business people, and royalty make up a gallery of our time, imprinted on our collective consciousness by both the singularity of their subjects and Leibovitz's inimitable style Annie Leibovitz: The Early Years, 1970-1983 returns to Leibovitz's origins. It begins with a moment of artistic revelation: the spontaneous shot that made Leibovitz think she could transition from painting to photography as her area of study at the San Francisco Art Institute The meticulously and personally curated collection, including contact sheets and Polaroids, provides a vivid document both of Leibovitz's development as a young artist and of a pivotal era Leibovitz's reportage-like photo stories for Rolling Stone, which she began working for when she was still a student, record such heady political, cultural, and counter-cultural developments as the Vietnam War protests, the launch of Apollo 17, the presidential campaign of 1972, Richard Nixon's resignation in 1974, and the Rolling Stones on tour in 1975 Then, as now, Leibovitz won the trust of the prominent and famous, and the book's pages are animated by many familiar faces, from Muhammad Ali to John Lennon and Yoko Ono, captured in their now iconic embrace just hours before Lennon was assassinated In many ways the book is a celebration of life on the road-the frenetic rhythms, the chance encounters, the meditative opportunities. And with its rich archival aspects, it is also a tribute to an earlier time and a young photographer enmeshed in a culture that was itself in transition