Category Archives: Non-Fiction & Reference
New Map France: Unforgettable Experiences for the Discerning Traveller
Today`s discerning traveller is looking not merely for luxury but for a unique experience. But in this age of low-cost flights and easy travel, how do you avoid the crowds and find the hidden gems? Not via sponsored search results or thousands of indistinguishable reviews, that`s for sure. What you need is on-the-ground, in-person, tried-and-trusted
Outline Of European Architecture
For over sixty years Sir Nikolaus Pevsner`s study of European architecture has been regarded as a seminal work which has inspired countless students of architecture around the world. In this updated, larger format edition, which also has a new and elegant design and completely new drawings, an extra dimension is provided through the integration of
French House Chic
Here at last is the new book from Jane Webster, the poster girl for upping sticks and following your dreams. More than ten years ago, she bought a virtually derelict chateau in Normandy, and in the years since Jane moved her young family to France, she has spent countless hours observing French style and inspiring
Turkish Delights
Liotard`s fine portraits of Westerners in Turkish dress, Carpaccio`s turbanned figures and the coveted `Turkey` carpets that appear in paintings by Lotto and Holbein bear witness to a deep Western fascination with all things Ottoman. It is this cultural influence, spanning five hundred years – from the fall of Constantinople through to the twentieth century
The Most Beautiful Villages Of Normandy
Normandy is a varied region of open country and woodland, stretching from the limestone plateau of the Pays de Caux in the northeast to Mont. St-Michel and the Cotentin peninsula in the west, where the villages anticipate the sturdy architecture of Brittany, and to the hills of the Perche Normand in the South a famous
Islamic Art And Architecture
From the frontiers of Iran to the heart of India, architects, landscape gardeners, calligraphers, miniaturists and weavers have made their mark on the Islamic tradition. Turquoise marble cupolas; arches adorned with flowers and arabesques; motionless basins reflecting the slender minarets in the form of glittering stalactites; scintillating enamels of floral bouquets – all of these
The Most Beautiful Villages of Spain
Far from the beaches of Spain`s Mediterranean coast, there lies a land of quiet backwaters seemingly untouched by time. Traditional architecture, as well as dramatic natural settings of which the buildings often seem to be an organic part, mark these places as being among the most unspoilt in Europe. Profiles of over 30 village gems
At Home In Greece
Julia Klimi?s photographs capture the essence of Greekness, showing the regional variations from the Cyclades, the Dodecanese, Crete, the Saronic and the Ionian Islands ? as well as the mainland, including Athens and the Peloponnese. Throughout, the distinctively appealing architectural style of Greece can be seen again and again. She has gained unrivalled access to
Mediterranean: Island Dreams
Romance and adventure amidst the sunlit sea – the stuff that dreams are made of – are the inspiration for a major new series, Island Dreams. Intended for today`s travellers attracted by the sense of individuality imparted by the very notion of `islands`, the series combines spectacular illustrations by some of the world`s leading travel
The Tribal Arts of Africa
This work displays and defines the fruits of thousands of years of black African creative endeavour. All the objects included were made by Africans for their own use, spanning a period from the beginning of the first millennium to the early 20th century, before the commercial production of art aimed at the tourist trade. Jean-Baptiste
The Art Guide London
This is a fully illustrated guide to the glorious riches of London`s museums and galleries, drawing on the cream of the city`s collections to create an easily navigable, narrative history of art. The guides unique approach allows you to locate your favourite artist or style of art in any museum and follow this throughout the
Living in Turkey
The Turkish home is a living tradition whose refinement has continued uninterrupted for over 10,000 years from the earliest recorded dwellings of Middle Anatolia to the modern Istanbul townhouse. During this time, the rise and fall of great empires – Hittite, Byzantine, Ottoman – has brought a mosaic of influences from as far afield as
Breaking the Maya Code
The Third Edition of this classic account of the inside story of one of the major intellectual breakthroughs of our time – the last great decipherment of an ancient script revised and brought right up to date with the latest developments. 113 illustrations bring to life the people and texts that have enabled us to
The Mosque
Since its first publication, this superbly produced book has become the classic in its field. With contributions by sixteen eminent scholars, The Mosque traces the history and development of the mosque since the time of the Prophet Muhammad, explaining its traditional religious and teaching role in Muslim society as well as its architectural and decorative
The Ganges
India is not simply a place; it is an experience. And the Ganges is not just a river: it is an aspect of the Divine. This is Raghubir Singh`s personal pilgrimage along the Ganges: from the Himalayas, where the river rises among snows, through the villages of the Gangetic Plain, past Banaras and through Bihar,
The Complete Pyramids
Powerful symbols of remote antiquity, the pyramids have intrigued and fascinated generations. In “The Complete Pyramids”, newly available in paperback, Mark Lehner surveys the history, building and use of these fascinating and mysterious monuments in unprecedented scope and detail, looking at both the practical aspects – the quarries, ramps and tools used in building them
Villas & Courtyard Houses of Morocco
From the palaces of Fez to the roads of Marrakesh, from the trading posts of Essaouira to the Kasbahs of the south, this book seeks out the most singular living spaces in Morocco, a country blessed with one of the richest architectural heritages in North Africa. Corinne Verner explores the archetypes of the Moroccan built
Burma – The Alternative Guide
`Burma – The Alternative Guide` by Thames & Hudson provides a wealth of information accompanied by inspiring colour photographs and is a must read for anyone interested in Myanmar. Although, being printed in 2009 does not include the latest developments, the book offers an invaluable insight into a country of many contrasts. Starting with a
Natural Fashion – Tribal Decoration From Africa
Photographer Hans Silvester travelled to the remote Omo Valley to capture the striking body art of the local Surma and Mursi tribes. Traditionally nomadic, the tribes decorate the territory of their naked bodies with whatever nature offers, such as leaves, flowers, grasses, butterfly wings and snail shells plus the occasional pen top or Kalashnikov cartridge.
The Most Beautiful Villages Of England
Villages are the very embodiment of Englishness. The village inn and the local farm, great houses, humble cottages and beautiful country gardens speak of a way of life that has developed peacefully since Anglo-Saxon times. A few days spent in England`s idyllic villages offers urban dwellers and foreign visitors a revitalizing glimpse of a more
