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Gwen John was one of the most significant British artists of the early to mid-twentieth century, active in Paris and London, and featured inthe highly influential avant-garde Armory Show in New York in 1913. Demolishing the myth of the recluse, this sustained critical biography of a much-loved artist locates her firmly in the art worlds of London and Paris, where she chose to live and work.Gwen JohnJohn, who was born in Wales, spent the latter part of the nineteenth century in London and then moved to Paris where she remained for the rest of her life. She was a contemporary of Paul Cézanne, Marie Laurencin, Paula Modersohn-Becker, and Edouard Vuillard. The book brings these two fascinating cities and John’s milieu to life and introduces readers to lesser-known artists whose lives and works have slipped into obscurity. Both a study of an artist whose importance and recognition continues to grow, and of the artistic world of Europe in the early twentieth century, this book provides a compelling portrait for anyone interested in the life and work of a key figure in the history of art.

“A sumptuous reminder of the botanical wonders that have shared our planet for 500 million years.... Atlas of Botany is a great read and reference book for any gardener, naturalist, or armchair traveller.”
– HortWeek

Travel through time and across the world to discover the enthralling, pragmatic, and downright devious strategies that plants deploy to adapt, survive, and thrive.

Plants first emerged on a very different looking Earth 500 million years ago. As land masses moved, they were brought together in fierce competition with one another, or separated to continue their lives in very different conditions. On this evolutionary journey, plants developed ingenious strategies to disperse and extend their range, and increase their diversity.

Plants populate almost every part of Earth’s land surface – from tropical zones to cracks in city pavements – and have fundamentally shaped the natural regions of our planet. In a work of breathtaking narrative scope and visual mastery, Atlas of Botany maps the changing conditions and continents of the prehistoric world and the biomes of the modern one. Complex biology is transformed into clear, engaging text that explores how plants have overcome the challenges of survival, and describes the numerous ways in which they have interacted with pollinators and people along the way.

In the pages of this sumptuous botanical book, you will discover:

• A unique blend of plant science, geography, nature, and human history that provides an unparalleled view of plant life on Earth
• The intricate and sometimes bizarre ways that plants have adapted to live almost everywhere
• A detailed understanding of where plants come from and the conditions in which they prefer to grow

Produced in association with the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh this beautiful book combines the best elements of gardening books, science books, and nature books – featuring exquisite botanical illustrations, detailed photography, and clear, concise explanations – to tell the story of how plants evolved and survived, and how they continue to thrive.

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Case studies on image, origin and representation offering insight into how primal archetypes continue to shape our contemporary visual culture.

A lively journey through 20th-century fashion, offering readers practical tips for blending vintage pieces with modern style while dispelling common myths about vintage fashion.

Step into the world of vintage fashion with Authentic Vintage, an engaging exploration of 20th-century style that highlights both haute couture and everyday fashion. This book takes you through the decades, uncovering how trends shaped the lives of ordinary people. Featuring archival documents, insights from the author’s popular social media channels, and stunning illustrations, it demystifies vintage fashion, showcasing both its glamorous and mundane aspects. The author (@marjorielenoan), a young fashion enthusiast, offers fresh perspectives, dispelling myths and providing a clear view of the past. Each chapter includes tips on incorporating vintage pieces into modern wardrobes and recommends must-visit shops and brands. Perfect for fashion students, collectors, or history buffs, this book is both a historical exploration and a practical guide. The ultimate guide to embracing the timeless charm of fashion’s past.

From Edouard Manet’s portrait of naturalist writer Émile Zola sitting among his Japanese art finds to Van Gogh’s meticulous copies of the Hiroshige prints he devotedly collected, 19th-century pioneers of European modernism made no secret of their love of Japanese art. In all its sensuality, freedom, and effervescence, the woodblock print is single-handedly credited with the wave of japonaiserie that first enthralled France and, later, all of Europe—but often remains misunderstood as an “exotic” artifact that helped inspire Western creativity.

The fact is that the Japanese woodblock print is a phenomenon of which there exists no Western equivalent. Some of the most disruptive ideas in modern art—including, as Karl Marx put it, that “all that is solid melts into air”—were invented in Japan in the 1700s and expressed like never before in the designs of such masters as Hokusai, Utamaro, and Hiroshige in the early 19th century.

This book lifts the veil on a much-loved but little-understood art form by presenting the 200 most exceptional Japanese woodblock prints in their historical context. Ranging from the 17th-century development of decadent ukiyo-e, or “pictures of the floating world,” to the decline and later resurgence of prints in the early 20th century, the images collected in this edition make up an unmatched record not only of a unique genre in art history, but also of the shifting mores and cultural development of Japan.

From mystical mountains to snowy passes, samurai swordsmen to sex workers in shop windows, each piece is explored as a work of art in its own right, revealing the stories and people behind the motifs. We discover the four pillars of the woodblock print—beauties, actors, landscapes, and bird-and-flower compositions—alongside depictions of sumo wrestlers, kabuki actors, or enticing courtesans—rock stars who populated the “floating world” and whose fan bases fueled the frenzied production of woodblock prints. We delve into the horrifying and the obscure in prints where demons, ghosts, man-eaters, and otherworldly creatures torment the living—stunning images that continue to influence Japanese manga, film, and video games to this day. We witness how, in their incredible breadth, from everyday scenes to erotica, the martial to the mythological, these works are united by the technical mastery and infallible eye of their creators and how, with tremendous ingenuity and tongue-in-cheek wit, publishers and artists alike fought to circumvent government censorship.

This two-volume edition in a box, crafted with traditional Japanese binding, presents reproductions of the finest extant impressions from the vaults of museums and private collections across the globe. Stunning fold-outs invite us to study even the subtlest details, while extensive descriptions guide us through this frantic period in Japanese art history.

Sunday Times Art Book of the Year 2018'If you are interested in modern British art, the book is unputdownable. If you are not, read it.' - Grey Gowrie, Financial Times 'All the good stories, and more, are here … this is a genuinely encyclopaedic work, unlike anything else I have come across on the topic, informed by a deep love and understanding of modern painting. Everybody interested in the subject should read it.' - Andrew Marr, Sunday Times A masterfully narrated account of painting in London from the Second World War to the 1970s, illustrated throughout with documentary photographs and works of art The development of painting in London from the Second World War to the 1970s is the story of interlinking friendships, shared experiences and artistic concerns among a number of acclaimed artists, including Francis Bacon, Lucian Freud, Frank Auerbach, David Hockney, Bridget Riley, Gillian Ayres, Frank Bowling and Howard Hodgkin. Drawing on extensive first-hand interviews, many previously unpublished, with important witnesses and participants, the art critic Martin Gayford teases out the thread connecting these individual lives, and demonstrates how painting thrived in London against the backdrop of Soho bohemia in the 1940s and 1950s and ‘Swinging London’ in the 1960s. He shows how, influenced by such different teachers as David Bomberg and William Coldstream, and aware of the work of contemporaries such as Jackson Pollock as well as the traditions of Western art from Piero della Francesca to Picasso and Matisse, the postwar painters were allied in their confidence that this ancient medium, in opposition to photography and other media, could do fresh and marvellous things. They asked the question ‘what can painting do?’ and explored in their diverse ways, but with equal passion, the possibilities of paint.

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Shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Non-Fiction

An insightful dual biography of brother and sister artists Gwen and Augustus John.

'Outstanding' - The Guardian
'Superb' - The Telegraph
'A must read' - Anne Sebba
'Lively' - The Times

They seemed to be polar opposites . . .

Augustus: vivid, volatile and promiscuous. He was a hero among romantics and bohemians, celebrated as one of the great British talents of his generation.

Gwen’s art was magnificent, but she was also more reserved, and as a woman she struggled for the recognition which has only come to her now, years after her death.

Artists, Siblings, Visionaries by Judith Mackrell is a riveting story of love, infidelity, betrayal, and of two extraordinary siblings whose art and lives subverted society’s expectations.

Published in celebration of the Hollywood star’s 100th birthday and in association with the Marilyn Monroe estate, to accompany the exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery. Marilyn Monroe: Reflections presents both famous and unseen photographs of the celebrated actress, alongside iconic quotes from and about Monroe. “If I am a star…the people made me a star. No studio, no person, but the people did.” – Marilyn Monroe Marilyn Monroe is one of the most celebrated icons from the twentieth century who devoted her life to the silver screen. Her beauty and charisma were captured in images taken by some of the great photographers of the era including Eve Arnold and Richard Avedon. Marilyn Monroe: Reflections showcases a number of loved photographs alongside iconic quotes by Monroe and those who knew and admired her including Bonnie Greer, Elton John, and Zadie Smith. From her early years as Norma Jeane, to her unforgettable roles in The Seven Year Itch, and The Misfits, this beautiful giftbook offers readers a personal perspective on the well-loved icon. Monroe sought agency in shaping her career which is illustrated through her own words and her collaboration with photographers in creating her image. A short introduction by Rosie Broadley, Senior Curator at the National Portrait Gallery, explores Monroe’s enduring legacy and cultural impact.

A career-spanning look at Willem de Kooning’s singular drawing practice Known for his dynamic blend of drawing and painting, Willem de Kooning (1904–1997) did not believe in a distinction between the two mediums. In a career spanning seven decades, he explored the interrelation between drawing and painting to express a variety of recurring genres, themes, and motifs. Focusing on de Kooning’s drawing practice, this publication emphasizes materials, process, and technique to uncover how the artist achieved his characteristic active line. Before moving to New York in the 1920s and joining his contemporaries, including Jackson Pollock, Franz Kline, and Robert Motherwell, in the “New York School” movement, de Kooning was rigorously trained in draftsmanship at the Academy of Visual Arts and Technical Sciences, Rotterdam, where he achieved mastery of traditional techniques at a young age. Willem de Kooning Drawing features nearly 250 works from the early 1920s to the 1980s, revealing the centrality of drawing to all aspects of his practice. Essays by eminent and emerging scholars and curators approach de Kooning’s work from a variety of perspectives—from examining his concept of “the glimpse” to reinterpreting his representations of women—demonstrating the artist’s enduring resonance. Distributed for the Art Institute of Chicago in association with the RijksmuseumExhibition Schedule: The Art Institute of Chicago(June 14–September 20, 2026) Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam(October 9, 2026–January 17, 2027)

Met dit boek leer je niet alleen over kunstgeschiedenis, maar kun je ook je eigen meesterwerken maken. Dit boek zit vol ideeën!

Published to accompany the major exhibition at the Grand Palais, Paris, Colour Unbound reveals the dazzlingly original work of Matisse’s final years. 1941 marked a turning point in the life and work of Henri Matisse. At the age of seventy-two, he underwent major surgery that left him physically fragile. Yet Matisse viewed this moment not as a setback but as an opportunity ‘to make the greatest progress of my life’. From that point until his death in 1954, he entered one of the most inspired and productive periods of his career. During those years, he created some of his greatest masterpieces – from the Chapel of the Rosary in Vence to his luminous cut-out gouaches, including Jazz. Vibrant and full of life, his late work stands in striking contrast to his declining physical state: dynamic, immediate and universally accessible. Published to accompany the major exhibition at the Grand Palais, this catalogue brilliantly captures this late burst of creative vitality. Elegantly designed and beautifully printed, it brings together superb full-page reproductions of Matisse’s artworks alongside rarely seen photographs of his studio, taken by renowned photographers such as Adant, Capa, Carone, Cartier-Bresson, Sima and Maywald. This visual dialogue – enriched by expert commentary – offers a deeper understanding of Matisse’s final years and vividly conveys the synergy between art and life.

Duik in het ongelooflijke jaar waarin Michael J. Fox tegelijk schitterde in Family Ties én Back to the Future. Een razend tempo, nauwelijks slaap en twee iconische rollen.

Musician, wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, collaborator, guru, iconoclast: Alice Coltrane is one of the most forward-looking yet misunderstood artists of the last fifty years.

For most of her life - and even in the decades since her passing - she was seen merely as the widow of the late John Coltrane, one of jazz's 'great men' who has long been worshipped with an almost religious fervour and devotion. Yet ever so slowly, that level of love and appreciation is also being bestowed upon Alice. Her influence can be felt on new generations of musicians, especially women, people of colour and artists who seek to combine jazz with other musical forms. In Coltrane's music, we can observe the transformation of Black American music in microcosm: the gospel roots giving rise to jazz and bebop, then intermingling with soul and R&B, then onto rock, modern classical, psychedelia and new age.

Cosmic Music is both the first full-length biography of Alice and a long-overdue corrective to the historical and critical record. Based on extensive research and scores of new interviews by acclaimed music journalist Andy Beta, it is the definitive account of a visionary whose influence is only just beginning to be appreciated in full.

A vibrant, charming celebration of personal style from one of the fashion world’s brightest stars

Explore architect Peter Marino’s extraordinary private collection of works in silver by Tiffany & Co.

An intimate glimpse into one of the world’s most renowned contemporary art collections and the collector whose vision and passion shaped it

A fresh perspective on the work of Keith Haring—one of the world’s most beloved contemporary artists—with a special focus on his three-dimensional work.

‘Absorbing' Telegraph‘Gentle, empathetic, committed to righting undeniable wrongs’ Sunday Times, Book of the Week'Illuminating and affectionate… an intimate and perceptive portrait' Publishers WeeklyAn intimate and revelatory biography of Yoko Ono from bestselling author of Beautiful BoyDavid Sheff met Yoko Ono and John Lennon in 1980 when conducting an in-depth interview with them just months before John’s murder. In the aftermath, Sheff and Yoko became close friends as she rebuilt her life, survived threats and continued creating groundbreaking art and music. Drawing from their decades-long friendship and interviews with Yoko, her family, close friends and collaborators, Sheff shares the story of one of the most unlikely and remarkable lives ever lived. Yoko spans from her birth to wealthy parents in pre-war Tokyo and her harrowing experience as a child during WW2 to her arrival in the avant-garde art scenes of London, Tokyo and New York. We see how she coped under the most intense, relentless and cynical microscope as she was falsely vilified for the most heinous cultural crime imaginable: breaking up the greatest rock-and-roll band in history. So often remembered only for her impact on The Beatles, Yoko has been caricatured as an opportunistic seductress or manipulative impostor. Yoko delves into her life as an artist, musician, feminist and activist, reframing her incredible achievements independent of Lennon. Yoko is a harrowing, moving, propulsive and vastly entertaining biography of a woman whose story has never been accurately told. It highlights Ono’s incredible talent and acknowledges her as a true artistic icon.

A gritty, inspiring, heart-wrenching memoir by the Academy Award-winning legend and icon Sylvester Stallone, about his unlikely path to stardom and the creation of the greatest underdog story ever told.

In the fifty years since Sylvester Stallone ran up the steps of the Philadelphia Art Museum, he and those steps have become symbols of resilience and determination, and have inspired millions from all over the world to pursue their dreams. In The Steps, Stallone recounts how he pursued his own dreams. A culmination of decades of reflection, Sly shares where he came from - a difficult birth, an even more difficult childhood, years of struggle in school being misunderstood - and he explains how the real story of a successful life is built by facing, embracing and ultimately overcoming our challenges. It's found in the distances we are willing to go and the steps we must take to get from where we are to where we want to go.

In a narrative framed between Stallone's arrival in New York City in 1969 and the triumph of Rocky at the 1977 Academy Awards, Sly weaves a vivid and propulsive portrait of struggle, subsistence and ultimately success. He writes of his early days and later years, too, and the persistence, creativity and resilience that led not only to the creation of Rocky but to a career filled with remarkably iconic roles. The Steps is a testament to Stallone's extraordinary life and a profound meditation on the importance of vision and willpower and hard work.

The instant Sunday Times bestseller and critics' pick of the best biographies and memoirs of the year.

‘What Have I Done? snaps, crackles and pops with wit, bravado and glorious Ben-ness. A triumph’ – Stephen Fry

‘A big life chronicled by truly the Upstart Crow of our generation’ – Dawn French

Ben Elton has done everything and worked with everybody. Now, in this frank, forthright, and hugely entertaining book, he tells the whole story.

Discover the truth behind iconic hits like The Young Ones, Blackadder, and We Will Rock You. Relive the pioneering stand-up of Saturday Live that birthed a comedy revolution. From being the BBC’s youngest-ever sitcom writer to his most recent, critically acclaimed stand-up tour, Ben reveals unique insights into his groundbreaking work.

He talks honestly about his relationships with brilliant friends, inspiring contemporaries, and occasional foes. His life off-screen has been just as challenging and funny as it has been on, and he unpacks it all with wit, insight, and of course, a ‘little bit of politics’.

For decades, Ben’s been making people laugh, think, and getting on plenty of wicks – these are the uncensored stories.

‘Funny and fascinating, it’s a story of triumph and disaster and is the closest you’ll get to understanding where great comedy comes from’ – David Mitchell

'Bloody marvellous' – Jo Brand

_{What Have I Done? was a Sunday Times top ten bestseller w/e 11/10/2025.}

'Wonderful and necessary' ANNE ENRIGHT ~ 'Constantly surprising' GUARDIAN ~ 'Stunning' DEBORAH LEVY ~ 'Compulsively fascinating' NEW STATESMAN ~ 'Beautiful' HANYA YANAGIHARA ~ 'Daring and seductive NEW YORK TIMES ~ 'Profound, unclassifiable' GARTH GREENWELL ~ 'Exhilarating' INDEPENDENT ~ 'Continually unexpected' PETER CAREY ~ 'Triumphant' TELEGRAPH ~ 'Luminously wise' HELEN MACDONALD ~ 'Unusually brave' THE TIMESWhen Olivia Laing moved to New York City in her mid-thirties, she found herself inhabiting loneliness on a daily basis. Increasingly fascinated by this most shameful of experiences, she began to explore the lonely city by way of some of its most compelling artists, illuminating loneliness in a whole new light. The Lonely City is a celebration of that strange and lovely state, intrinsic to the very act of being alive. Hailed as 'a new kind of literature' when it was first published and selling over two hundred thousand copies, Olivia Laing's dazzling book has been beloved by readers all over the world. Now, in this tenth anniversary edition, Laing reflects in a new afterword on how our experience of loneliness has changed over the course of a difficult decade.

Dive into the world of Basgiath War College like never before with this unofficial cookbook, crafted especially for fans of Rebecca Yarros’s electrifying Fourth Wing and fans of romantasy. Bursting with 60 creative recipes and imaginative lore, this vibrant culinary adventure invites readers to experience the magic, camaraderie, and chaos of The Empyrean, right from their own kitchens. Each chapter draws inspiration from the legendary dragons and their courageous riders, with colors, themes, and bold flavors that echo the spirit of their bonds. Begin your journey with A Rider’s Breakfast, featuring treats like Asher’s Spiced Overnight Oats, Brennan’s Honeyed Biscuits with Strawberry Jam, and (Ripe) Fonilee Berry Muffins perfect for fueling up before a high-stakes training session. For late nights spent studying or plotting rebellion, whip up Study Snacks Fit for a Scribe: Sorrengail’s Secrets Stuffed Dates or Cheesy Buoy Ball Bites are sure to keep the pages (and conversation) turning. Every page is an immersive experience, blending character-driven cooking tips (look for Jesinia’s margin notes!), in-world “textbook” excerpts, and menus designed for book clubs or themed feasts. Savor Midday Fuel, such as the Basgiath Mess Hall Turkey Melt and Riorson House Chopped Salad or prepare a celebratory Feast After Flight with showstoppers like Tairn’s Feast Shepherd’s Pie and “We Do Not Eat Our Allies” Vegetarian Chili. And to sweeten your day there’s Xaden’s Chocolate Cake, Dragonfire Peaches with Honey, and Andarna’s Butterscotch Chocolate Eclipse Cookies—or recover from a wild ride with healing tinctures and spirited concoctions, from Basgiath Lavender Lemonade to The Cliffhanger Spiced Espresso Martini. Unofficial yet lovingly detailed from a total fan’s perspective, this cookbook is the ultimate tribute to The Empyrean universe and its passionate fandom. Whether you’re a kitchen cadet or a culinary wingleader, you’ll discover both practical, comforting recipes and a perfect for bringing your squad together, celebrating victories, or simply surviving another day with a dragon at your back.

In dit boek ontdek je wat Rembrandts schilderijen zo bijzonder maakt en leer je meer over zijn leven.

The queen of the kitchen hack, Poppy Cooks simplifies getting a tasty meal on the table, saving you time and stress in this brand-new book.

She's shown you how to air fry, to slow cook and to make one-pot wonders, and now No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author Poppy Cooks takes on batch cooking with 90 actually delicious recipes for quick and easy, fuss-free meals.

With simple instructions for prep and storage, and with ideas for grab-and-cook recipes, dump bags, fakeaways and more, dinner time will be a breeze. Recipes include:
* Brisket chilli con carne
* Aubergine parm lasagne
* Spicy lamb and Bombay potato pie
* Breakfast burritos
* Cure-all chicken noodle soup
* All-in-one spicy beef keema
* Mid-week chicken shawarma and baked rice
* Chicken tikka masala
* Chorizo and butterbean stew
* Garlic and nduja butter hassleback potatoes
* Creamy pesto and parmesan potato bake
* Condensed milk brownies with cornflake pretzel topping
* Sticky toffee apple crumble
and much, much more.

This book is easy to follow, perfect for busy families who want to eat well but might not have a big freezer, and packed with food that’s actually delicious. Whether you're making one and freezing one, or prepping ahead for quick mid-week meals, these recipes are all easily multiplied or divided so you can tailor them to how you cook and eat.

Stress-free cooking, exciting meals and dishes you'll actually look forward to reheating. No watery freezer meals here!


Like this? You'll love Poppy's other titles in the series: The Actually Delicious Slow Cooker Cookbook, The Actually Delicious Air Fryer Cookbook and The Actually Delicious One Pot Cookbook.

A moving tale of fatherhood and finding your voice, from the bestselling author and artist of Together and The Last Tree.

Bestselling author and artist Luke Adam Hawker explores fatherhood and what it means to find your voice in an unconventional way.

When it became apparent that his son Harry was likely to be non-verbal, Luke began to notice the many ways in which Harry was able to communicate with the world around him without words. In this, his third book, Luke explores the special relationship that Harry has with the world, and with their beloved family dog Robin: without words but always with love and understanding.

Follow Harry and Robin as they explore the world in their own way, learning from each other, and supporting each other, even through the toughest times. This is a heartening and hopeful story, from the author and artist behind Sunday Times bestseller Together, and The Last Tree.

A brand new collection of inspiring recipes in Sabrina Ghayour's bestselling series - to make in one pot, one tray or one pan.

This expanded and revised edition celebrates the work of Ghanaian artist El Anatsui by exploring the artist's life and the trajectory of his remarkable career.

El Anatsui: Art and Life by Susan Mullin Vogel is the essential resource on the Ghanaian artist known worldwide for spectacular tapestries of reclaimed bottle tops. This revised and expanded book follows Anatsui on his remarkable journey from an obscure university town in Africa to the summit of the global art world. Vogel, whose exhibitions and books have influenced African art history, analyzes Anatsui's unique art form, often quoting the artist's interviews with her. She describes his engagement with African traditions, his early work in clay and wood, a triumphant decade exhibiting radiant metal cloths, then a profound development in the second decade, presented here for the first time. The book takes us inside his busy studio, revealing the gritty reality and the subtle genius of his bottle-top hangings, exhibited in museums and biennials across the world.

'Brimming over with gossip' Guardian

'The new Gwyneth Paltrow biography is juicy as hell' Marie Claire

Come inside the world of one of the most influential, aspirational and polarizing celebrities of the last thirty years.

Love her or hate her, Gwyneth Paltrow has managed to stay on the A-list, her influence spanning entertainment, fashion and the wellness industry. Throughout her career, Paltrow has participated in countless carefully managed interviews, but the real Gwyneth - the basis of her motives, desires, strengths, faults and vulnerabilities - has never been fully revealed, until now.

Drawing from extensive conversations with more than 220 sources, including close current and former friends and colleagues, Amy Odell provides insight and behind-the-scenes details of Paltrow's relationships, family, friendships, iconic films and tenure as the CEO of Goop. Gwyneth is the definitive account of how Paltrow rose to prominence, has stayed in the limelight and continues to shape culture - for better or worse.

Prachtig kookboek voor bierliefhebbers en culinaire amateurs.

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES #1 BESTSELLER‘Typically exposing, brilliantly written' VOGUE‘Its quick hits of wit are like sniffs from an oxygen mask’ NEW YORK TIMES'Few people are willing to be as human as Lena Dunham’ OBSERVER'A generational voice' FINANCIAL TIMESIn this rowdy, frank reflection on illness, fame, sex, and everything in between, the remarkable mind behind the hit series Girls and the bestselling author of Not That Kind of Girl asks whether fulfilling her creative ambitions has been worth the pain.For the last decade, as she’s spent countless hours in doctor’s waiting rooms searching for diagnoses, treatments, and relief, being the owner and operator of Lena Dunham’s body has felt, as she puts it, 'like towing a wrecked car across town at midnight.' It’s not easy dragging a wrecked car anywhere, much less to the Met Gala while sewn into a gold lamé corset. Or to the set of the hit show that you – as a twenty-five-year-old – are writing, directing, producing, and starring in. Or to the White House, the Golden Globes, or your publicist’s office to discuss the latest internet disaster. But Dunham does it – even if it means interminable hospital stays, vomiting in the bathroom when she’s meant to be meeting Oprah, or terrifying those closest to her – because she can no longer tell the difference between fighting to do what she loves and being a servant to her own ambition. All the while, she is holding out for a love that can withstand her personal and public challenges and, more than anything, yearning to feel like herself again – if only she could remember who that self was.As Dunham takes us through her journey, tracking her rise to fame – from selling the pilot of Girls to the present – in three acts, it becomes clear that the spotlight casts long shadows, distorting the relationships she once held dear and isolating everyone in its glare. When an endless supply of drugs can’t protect you from pain – and begins to control your every move – being famous doesn’t stand a chance against the darker corners of the human experience.In Famesick, Dunham asks herself what the cost of fulfilling her dreams has really been, and whether it was worth it. What she finds is deeper than physical relief, and more lasting, as she learns to live with what she can’t change and turn her regrets into wisdom that can carry her forward, as she reconnects to what, and who, she loves.

Dit boek begeleidt u stap voor stap bij het leren etsen en graveren, van beginnende lijnen tot verfijnde technieken.

Ontdek de spannendste en meest geruchtmakende kunstroven uit de geschiedenis, van de Mona Lisa tot de onopgeloste overval in Boston.

The little pistachio nut has taken over the culinary world, from viral chocolate bars to jars of spread, pastries to ice cream. With 75 recipes celebrating the pistachio in sweet and savoury ways, accompanied by charming illustrations, this is a trend-led and highly giftable book for any pistachio fan.


The rise of pistachio popularity has seen it splashed all over social media and supermarket shelves in myriad forms, from Easter eggs to M&S jars of crème. The trend is still going strong, with entire Instagram accounts dedicated to pistachio recipes, and it's beginning to show the staying power of phenomenons like matcha and pumpkin spice. And for good reason - the pistachio's earthy, slightly sweet flavour maks it a versatile and appetising ingredient, wrapped up in a sense of luxury and decadence.

The book will feature 75 sweet and savoury recipes that make the most of the pistachio's distinct flavour, all accompanied by charming illustrations. Whether it's a homemade-take on the Dubai chocolate, a pistachio cookie, taglioni with pistachio pesto, pork medalions with a pistachio crust, or pistachio granola, the book will satisfy every pistachio need.

A reconstruction of his life and work based on archival sources, testimonies from contemporaries, and his letters

Een uniek kijkje achter de schermen van de iconische Verkade-albums, verteld door kleinzoon Peter Voerman.

Een reconstructie van zijn leven en werk op grond van archiefbronnen, getuigenissen van tijdgenoten en zijn brieven

A new series of small, exquisite hardbacks from London’s National Gallery, in which its unrivalled collection is explored through a variety of appealing themes The evocative power of colour is central to the ways in which art appeals to our senses, emotions and imaginations. This book tells the vibrant story of colour from dazzling gold to cobalt blue, highlighting developments such as the use of rare pigments in medieval altarpieces and the invention of the paint tube that enabled Impressionist artists to work outdoors. Published by National Gallery Global Ltd/Distributed by Yale University Press

The cultural and scientific significance of animal magnetism as performance.

Stappen in het donker brengt rotskunst op unieke wijze tot leven, van de betoverende eerste tekeningen van mammoeten en grottenleeuwen van tienduizenden jaren geleden tot de graffitikunst van nu.

De oude meesters zitten in het DNA van Franciscus’ werk

Een straatkunstenaar maakt kunst die per definitie bijna altijd weer verdwijnt. Als protest, als grap of als 3D-schilderij. Je ziet het overal om je heen. Toch is er ook straatkunst in musea te zien.

Mauritshuis-museumdirecteur Martine Gosselink en fotograaf Stephan Vanfleteren schrijven elkaar brieven – met nieuw werk van Vanfleteren

Words from a Fashion Icon: Yves Saint Laurent is a beautifully illustrated collection of quotes, featuring Megan Hess’s iconic and widely beloved artwork.

This elegant gift book features the best and inspiring quotes from one of the most celebrated figures in fashion history.

Words from a Fashion Icon: Yves Saint Laurent features all new illustrations and content from Megan Hess in this beautiful gem of a gift book. Other fashion icons in the Words from a Fashion Icon series include: Guccio Gucci, Coco Chanel, Marilyn Monroe, Christian Dior and Hubert de Givenchy.

Dust off that classic console, untangle those audio/visual chords, and step back into the good old days with this nostalgic journey through the most iconic objects in video game history!

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Andy Warhol, the ground-breaking pop artist.

Little Andy was the tiniest and palest child of the Warholas, a humble couple from Slovakia who lived in Pittsburgh. Sketchbook glued to his hand, he loved every minute of drawing, but he was too shy to show his work to others, even to his family!

As an adult he got a chance to publish his first illustration for a glamorous magazine. He turned his attention to the ordinary, like soup cans he ate from for lunch every day. He showed the world that the ordinary objects could POP, and founded a cultural movement, becoming one of the most famous artists of the 20th Century. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the inspiring artist’s life.

Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.

This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.

Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

Vincent Van Gogh werd wereldberoemd met zijn prachtige kleurrijke schilderijen waar vroeger bijna niemand belangstelling voor had. Zijn broer Theo was een van de weinigen die in hem geloofde.

Little Book of Dior (Nederlandstalig) van Karen Homer gaat over het leven en werk van mode-icoon Christiaan Dior. Het ultieme boek voor elke fashion liefhebber!

In dit boek lees je over het werk en leven van Claude Monet.

Dit boek verbindt persoonlijke observaties met harde feiten en cultuurfilosofische bespiegelingen en beschrijft welke factoren hebben bijgedragen aan de dreigende teloorgang van de muziekarchieven.

Ontdek de betekenis van 100 trefwoorden en vaktermen uit de wereld van de kunst.

Ontdek de Gouden Eeuw en leer hoe meesters als Rembrandt en Vermeer hun adembenemende kunst schiepen.

An adorable introduction for very young children to the world of Impressionist painting. In what has to be the cutest introduction to Impressionism, Miffy discovers the work of iconic artists including Claude Monet, Berthe Morisot, Edgar Degas, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Mary Cassatt, among others. The book uses clever pairings of Dick Bruna’s Miffy illustrations with iconic artworks to neatly captures the essence of each artwork. Combining a simple statement about each artist with questions that encourage children to look more closely at the artwork on the page, Miffy and the Impressionists is a warm welcome into the world of art for young children and their families.

Na het succesvolle boek Toscanini: pasta verschijnt nu Antipasti!

In Ondanks de zwaartekracht toont Suzanna Jansen hoe dwarsdenkers van een eeuw geleden onze tijd hebben vormgegeven. Van de auteur van de bestseller Het pauperparadijs.

Words from a Fashion Icon: Hubert de Givenchy is a beautifully illustrated collection of quotes, featuring Megan Hess’s iconic and widely beloved artwork.

This elegant gift book features the best and inspiring quotes from one of the most celebrated figures in fashion history.

Words from a Fashion Icon: Hubert de Givenchy features all new illustrations and content from Megan Hess in this beautiful gem of a gift book. Other fashion icons in the Words from a Fashion Icon series include: Guccio Gucci, Coco Chanel, Marilyn Monroe, Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent.

An exclusive insight into the work and mind of the highly acclaimed chef Clare Smyth and her three-Michelin-starred restaurant, Core by Clare Smyth, in London's Notting Hill