ART & BOOKS

Follow a small sparkling raindrop falling from a cloud and learn about the journey it takes and the contribution it makes to the ecosystems of our mountains, rivers, and seas

Start Small, Think Big is a series that sets readers on a journey of discovery, beginning from the small and familiar to new areas of knowledge where you really have to think big! Small Sparkling Raindrop starts with a raindrop falling from a cloud, the beginning of its journey to the sea. It lands on a mountainside in southeast Asia and rolls down the mountain to join the mighty Mekong River. This is the story of the water cycle and other key elementary-grade science topics, including its impact on the land and how vital it is for all living things on Earth. Thinking big, the book shows why clean, healthy rivers are vital for people and wildlife, including the critically endangered Irawaddy dolphin threatened by overfishing and pollution. A big fold-out map shows the major rivers of the world, an illustrated water cycle, and there’s an I-Spy game to take children back into the book to further deepen the learning experience.

Description
What do you want to eat when you have no demands from family or friends? What is your idea of a meal that is all delight and zero obligation? Maybe it's fresh tomato and melted cheese on sliced sourdough; or tuna hand-rolls made ingeniously with tinned fish; hummus topped with a fragrant mix of spiced nuts and raisins; or, for a splurge, caviar sandwiched between toast points. Snacking dinners are the ultimate form of self-care, a meal of favorite foods expanded to be balanced and perfectly satisfying, magical in their simplicity and promise, and both a delicious treat and a cooking shortcut.

With over 50 recipes that are endlessly versatile, accommodating of any food preferences, perfect for one, but easy to scale up for sharing with family and friends, Snacking Dinners is your blueprint for dinner tonight, tomorrow, or any time you want to truly take care of yourself.

Item Details
ISBN
9781958417706
Publisher
Hardie Grant Books
Publication Date
April 8, 2025
Binding
Hardcover
Item Condition
New
Language
English
Pages
160
Keywords
Cooking | Comfort Food; Cooking | Courses & Dishes | General; Cooking | Methods | Quick & Easy
Categories
Cookbooks
Recipes
Hardcover

The Complete Limited Editions Guide
U-Dox

The ultimate guide to over 300 of the very latest, ultra-collectible sneaker designs, presented through specially commissioned photography

This sequel to the classic Sneakers: The Complete Collectors’ Guide is a global survey and reference guide to the very best and most collectible limited-edition sneaker designs released over the last decade

Sneakers: The Complete Collectors' Guide was a phenomenal success and a key influence in the transformation of sneaker collecting from an underground subculture into a mainstream, multi-billion dollar business. Following publication of that book, sneaker brands began reissuing classic designs and creating shoes that would spur the second wave of collecting: limited editions and collaborations between the brands, invited artists, designers, musicians and cultural icons.

This sequel showcases the very best of this new sneaker culture, featuring more than 300 designs arranged by brand. Each sneaker is accompanied by informative text and a ‘data’ box listing Edition, Pack, Year Released, Original Purpose, Technology and Extras.

Essential for both the hardcore sneaker freak and the first time collector, this book will also attract and seduce fashion and design aficionados.

Contents List
Introduction • Adidas • Asics • Converse • New Balance • Nike • Air Jordan • Puma • Reebok • Vans • And Not Forgetting


About the Author
The creative consultancy U-Dox are creators of the leading online sneaker resource crookedtongues.com.

Sofra (Lebanese Arabic)
Noun (regional): gathering for eating and drinking, feast

Through traditional family-style spreads, mother-daughter duo Karima Hazim and Sivine Tabbouch present a gorgeous array of dishes, perfect for sharing, in Sofra, a love letter to Lebanon.

As Lebanese diaspora living in Sydney, Australia, Karima and Sivine guide you through typical Lebanese feasts that tell the story of the rich and diverse regions of the country and evoke feelings of home. Sofra contains a mother’s recipes for achievable, traditional, homely dishes, with everything from a tall pot of freshly rolled Warak Enab or a charcoal bbq lined with Kafta and Meat Skewers, to a deluxe Fattoush and wholesome Tabbouleh. Alongside, you’ll find a daughter’s beautiful stories of cooking, sharing and identity that have been passed down to her around the kitchen table.

This is a collection of generous and nourishing recipes that have travelled across the world – from Tripoli, Beirut, and beyond, to Sydney, Australia – and through generations. Created with love, to feed the soul and preserve heritage, the recipes are woven together with stories of belonging that celebrate history, culture and the culinary traditions that bind families together.

224 pages

Recipes for Healthy Soil and Food
Henrietta Courtauld, Bridget Elworthy

Reflecting on the link between the health of our soils and what we eat, Soil to Table is filled with ideas and wisdom about how to care for your soil and includes recipes from chef Lulu Cox

Soil is a delicate ecosystem made up of minerals, water, air, plant roots, organic matter, insects and a complex web of micro-organisms. We rely on its health for our food and our future - just as caring for the gut flora within our intestines is vital to human wellbeing, so too is caring for the microbes in the soil the essence of soil health.

Following on from their bestselling book The Land Gardeners: Cut Flowers, authors and gardeners Bridget Elworthy and Henrietta Courtauld explore the full cycle of soil to table. From the microbes in the soil to the seasoning in your dishes, each plays an important role in contributing to a delicious and nutritious meal.

With recipes from chef Lulu Cox and paintings by Nancy Cadogan, Soil to Table is a celebration of the garden and an informative guide to cultivating healthy soil in order to produce glorious food.


About the Author
Bridget Elworthy and Henrietta Courtauld both trained and worked as lawyers before studying garden design. Henrietta went on to work with landscape and garden designer Tom Stuart-Smith and then started her own garden design business. Bridget went on to study horticulture in London before spending three years back in her native New Zealand, where she grew peonies on the family farm, Craigmore, before moving to Wardington Manor. As The Land Gardeners, both Henrietta and Bridget now specialise in the design of
productive gardens - particularly walled gardens. They have combined forces to research soil health and its importance as the source of plant, animal, human and, ultimately, planetary health. They launched The Farm Project to make high-quality, microbially rich compost on a large scale, with the goal of empowering growers and farmers to do the same. Their book The Land Gardeners: Cut Flowers was published by Thames & Hudson in 2019.

Format: Hardback
Size: 33.0 x 25.0 cm
Extent: 256 pp
Illustrations: 120
Publication date: 4 April 2024
ISBN: 9781760762636

6.5” Tall with 2.25” Diameter
Colorful Kaleidoscope for Kids with Colorful Artwork, Ideal for Ages 3-8
Toy Made of Matte-Finish Board Material


🪐KALEIDOSCOPE FOR KIDS – Unlock the wonders of the universe with the Mudpuppy Solar System Kaleidoscope! This classic toy allows kids to look through the eyepiece and experience the magic of outer space in a whole new way. By turning the viewing tube, young explorers will be captivated by ever-changing patterns inspired by planets, comets, and spaceships. Perfect for sparking curiosity and wonder about the cosmos, this kaleidoscope is a fun and engaging addition to any child’s toy collection.
🪐COLORFUL ARTWORK – The Solar System Kaleidoscope features vibrant designs that bring outer space to life. With each turn of the viewing tube, the colorful patterns shift and transform, revealing planets, rockets, comets, and spaceships in dazzling arrangements. The bright colors and engaging imagery will immerse little ones in an imaginative journey through the galaxy, inspiring creativity and exploration. A perfect blend of art and science for curious minds!
🪐STURDY FINISH – Built to last through countless adventures, the Solar System Kaleidoscope measures 6.5” tall with a 2.25” diameter—perfectly sized for little hands. Crafted from durable, matte-finish board material, it’s lightweight yet strong enough to withstand playtime excitement. The sturdy design ensures this kaleidoscope remains a reliable and long-lasting toy for young space enthusiasts to enjoy again and again.
🪐MAKES A GREAT GIFT – Searching for a unique and thoughtful gift for the curious child in your life? The Solar System Kaleidoscope is an excellent choice! This classic toy format offers a timeless experience that’s both fun and educational. Whether for birthdays, holidays, or just because, this kaleidoscope is sure to delight and inspire children as they explore the endless possibilities of the universe.
🪐SCREEN-FREE FUN – Mudpuppy has been creating high-quality, non-digital toys and games for over 25 years, and the Solar System Kaleidoscope is no exception. Designed to encourage creative play and imaginative thinking, this toy provides a refreshing break from screens. Parents can trust its safety, as all Mudpuppy products meet CPSIA, ASTM, and CE Safety Regulations, ensuring kids can enjoy hours of safe and engaging playtime.

Maria De Campos is a Portuguese painter born in 1977. She currently lives and works in Paris. Maria De Campos graduated from the Regional School of Fine Arts of Valencia. It was in Valencia where she became passionate about expressing herself through visual arts, particularly contemporary images. Maria's painting is influenced by several diverse styles, ranging from Pop Art to Expressionism. Maria is particularly fascinated with famous people from the 20th century. Maria’s work satirizes and celebrates materiality and celebrity. On the one hand, her paintings of distorted celebrities faces could be read as a critique of what Maria views as a culture obsessed with money and fame. On the other hand, the paintings suggest a life that celebrates cultures throughout the world.

In her imagery and repertoire of celebrities, Maria De Campos wants to break the stereotypes that people can have about these personalities. The faces are treated with melancholy and poetry, dissimulated behind raw color and text fragments. Her pieces are undeniably contemporary and topical. Maria’s work has been on display in various shows and is in permanent collections of corporations and collections throughout the world.

Discover Monocle’s favourite places to stay, eat, shop and visit across Spain

Hot on the heels of Portugal: The Monocle Handbook, Monocle’s latest title turns its focus to sunny Spain in the next of its country-specific books. This practical guide will steer you from the streets of Seville to the mountains of Mallorca, introducing Monocle’s favourite places to stay, eat, shop and visit across the country.

Discover the sleekest beachside boltholes in the Costa Brava, the family-run restaurants plating up the tastiest tapas in Andalucía and the buzziest bars in Barcelona before getting your cultural fix in Valencia, Bilbao or Madrid. You’ll meet the Spaniards making waves in the fashion industry, visit the artisans turning out beautiful contemporary designs and hear from the chefs shaking up the country’s food scene. And of course you’ll find out the finest stretches of sand on which to lay down your towel.

For those looking to put down roots in Spain, the book also profiles the cities, towns and neighbourhoods worth investing in, the architects and designers to commission and even some interior design inspiration for your apartment or holiday home. So, whether you are putting together an itinerary for a sun-soaked weekend or planning to stay a little longer, Spain: The Monocle Handbook makes the perfect companion.

About the Author
Tyler Brûlé is Editorial director and chairman of Monocle. Andrew Tuck is the magazine’s Editor in Chief. Joe Pickard is Head of book publishing.

Format: PLC (no jacket)
Size: 25.0 x 19.0 cm
Extent: 224 pp
Publication date: 27 April 2023
ISBN: 9780500978672

A Look-and-Find Book (Look & Find Books) Board book – March 5, 2024
by Megan McKean (Author)

Spot it! World Atlas is a gorgeous and vibrant look-and-find children's atlas for kids aged 3+.

Travel around each continent and discover the icons that are special to each country. Explore Europe and spot the Eiffel Tower in France or a scrumptious pizza in Italy. Trek to Africa and spot the pyramids in Egypt. Journey to Asia and spot a bamboo-eating panda in China or the gleaming Taj Mahal in India. Cruise to Oceania and spot colorful fish swimming in Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Roam the wildernesses of Canada in North America and spot a moose, then navigate to South America and spot a soccer ball in Brazil.

Written and illustrated by the talented Megan McKean, children will be happily occupied, at home or on the go, searching for iconic animals, buildings, food and more, while learning interesting facts about countries around the world.​

Spritz Fever! Sixty Champagne and Sparkling Wine Cocktails

Author Elouise Anders, Illustrated by Sarah Hankinson



Become a certified fizz whiz with this illustrated guide to creating sixty ultra-refreshing spritz cocktails.

The 60 spritz recipes in Spritz Fever! are in the cocktail style of the decade. Seeing as most spritzes are low(ish) in ABV (well, certainly lower than wine, anyway), they're the ideal companion for any day-drinking event. Plus, as most Instagram feeds can attest, spritzes aren't just a drink...they're a lifestyle. These bubbly wonders speak to a careless Italian summer spent reclining by the beach in fine and flowing linen.

What can be so easy to forget is that spritzes are so much more than just Aperol and bubbles. In this book, you'll learn about the classic European liqueurs, like Cynar, Campari, Luxardo Bitter, Meletti, and more. Moreover, you'll discover the nuances between prosecco, cava, and champagne can create different textures as the bubbles in each effervesce uniquely. Plus, read up on how citrus garnishes must be matched appropriately to each drink's flavor profile and, of course, color. Above all, the perfect ratio of liqueur-to-bubbles changes for each recipe. Spritz Fever! explains all of this, alongside its dreamy illustrations.

It's time you get to the very essence of effervescence. Your next party guests will love all the cocktail recipes you glean from Spritz Fever!, and just in time for summer!
About The Author

Elouise Anders is a mixologist turned culture writer based in Melbourne, Australia. She also consults the city's finest bars and restaurants on how to best curate their drinks list. Sarah Hankinson is a food and fashion illustrator based in Melbourne, Australia.

Publish Date: September 03, 2019

Format: Hardcover

Category: Cooking - Beverages - Alcoholic - Bartending & Cocktails

Publisher: Smith Street Books

Pages: 152

Stephen Frailey

'Looking at Photography' is ideally positioned as a continuation of the celebrated volume 'Looking at Photographs' edited in 1973 by John Szarkowski, one of the 20th century's most influential critics and curators of photography and an accomplished photographer.

Keeping with the approach of having a photograph for each artist examined and a page of explanatory text,'Looking at Photography' chronicles the most important photographers from the mid-1970s to the present. Crossing all photographic genres, curator, lecturer and photographer. Stephen Frailey leads us through an examination of contemporary photography, honing sensibilities and developing new curiosities.

Artists featured in the volume include Tina Barney, Jeff Wall, Steven Meisel, Nan Goldin, Helmut Newton, Martin Parr, Tim Walker, and Wolfgang Tillmans. Stephen Frailey, director of the photography and video department at the School of Visual Arts (SVA) in New York from 1998 to 2018, is now its chairman emeritus. In 2012, he co-founded the graduate program in fashion photography at SVA, and is currently the director of education at Red Hook Labs in Brooklyn. His work has been exhibited in major private galleries and museums such as the Museum of Modern Art, New York; International Center for Photography, New York; and the National Museum of American Art, Washington, DC. His the work has been reviewed in the 'New York Times,' 'Arts Magazine,' 'ARTnews,' 'Artforum,' 'The Village Voice,' and the 'New Yorker.' He is co-founder of the New York Fashion Film Festival, and in 2007 he founded the photography magazine 'Dear Dave,' of which he is editor-in-chief.


ISBN: 9788862087025
Language: English
Pages: 200
Illustrations: 100
Binding: Hardbound
Release: March 2020

Edited by Ian Schrager, Foreword by Bob Colacello
There has never been—and will never be—another nightclub to rival the sheer glamour, energy, and wild creativity that was Studio 54. Now, in the first official book on the legendary club, co-owner Ian Schrager presents a spectacular volume brimming with star-studded photographs and personal stories from the greatest party of all time.

From the moment it opened in 1977, Studio 54 celebrated spectacle and promised a never-ending parade of anything goes. Although it existed for only three years, it served as a catalyst that brought together some of the most famous and creative people in the world. It quickly became known for its celebrity guest list and uniquely chic clientele. From the cutting-edge lighting displays to its elaborate sets, it was the beginning of nightclub as performance art. Now, Studio 54 explores this cultural zeitgeist and gives us Schrager’s personal firsthand account of what it was like to create and run the most famous nightclub of our age. With hundreds of photographs, many of which have never been seen before, of the celebrities and beautiful people and engaging stories and quotes from such cultural luminaries as Liza Minelli, David Geffen, Brooke Shields, Pat Cleveland, and Diane von Furstenberg, this exciting volume depicts the wild energy and glittering creativity of the era. One of the most important cultural landmarks of the twentieth century, Studio 54 continues to inspire with its legendary glamour. This exhilarating volume is a must-have for style and fashion aficionados today.



About The Author

Ian Schrager is an entrepreneur, hotelier, and real estate developer associated with the creation of boutique hotels. He gained fame as co-owner and cofounder, with Steve Rubell, of nightclub Studio 54 in 1977 and then the Palladium in 1985.

Bob Colacello, a special correspondent for Vanity Fair, was the editor of Interview magazine for 12 years and is the author of several books, including Holy Terror: Andy Warhol Close Up.



Publish Date: September 05, 2017

Format: Hardcover

Category: Music - Genres & Styles - Pop Vocal

Publisher: Rizzoli

Pages: 396

by Raili Clasen

“A guide as easy and laid-back as the surfer style that inspired it. Will make readers want to add intriguing beachy design features into their own homes.”―Library Journal

The first how-to design book for capturing the effortlessly cool and playful style of California surf culture from the designer of Kelly Slater’s famous Surf Ranch.

“Crank up the color,” “Landscape your living room,” and “Adult summer camp vibes” are just a handful of the mantras that drive California interior designer Raili Clasen’s eclectic surf style. Raili grew up taking two long bus rides to the beach in Orange County, CA, so that she could drink up the cool surfer fashion, laid-back atmosphere, and retro surfboard decor and bring it all right home to her bedroom. Drawing from those early days of design experimentation and a career that took her from Raisins Swimwear to Quiksilver, Roxy, and Paul Frank―Raili is known for bottling up the spirit of surf culture and spraying it joyfully all over the homes she designs.

Surf Style at Home takes readers into Raili’s colorful, surf-inspired, checkerboard-printed mind through homes she’s designed ― from quirky old beach cottages and an Alabama lake house to sprawling new-construction homes in Newport Beach, Montana’s Yellowstone Club, and beyond.

Raili cheers on readers to take that feeling they get from their favorite vacation spot or boutique hotel and bring it into their own space. Tips on maximizing outdoor spaces, utilizing earthy materials like leather and rope, and infusing your favorite song lyrics or family phrases to create uniquely personal spaces that are inviting, playful, and friendly. Featuring every design element from tile and color to textiles and plants, this is THE book on achieving surf style in your own home―regardless of where you live.

224 pages

The imaginary art an educational, inspiring experience without the constraints of space and time. Discover beautiful reproductions from pre-history to the present, arranged in easy-to-navigate, color-coded wings, galleries, and rooms, each with an informative narrative guide. Marvel at its remarkable range of styles and mediums – from classic to contemporary, and from paintings and sculptures to photographs and textiles. With floor plans to follow and interactive cross-referencing activities, this museum-in-a-book is the perfect introduction to the history of human creativity.
Genres
Art
Nonfiction
Middle Grade
History
Art History
Childrens
232 pages, Hardcover

Published November 11, 2021

This edition
Format
232 pages, Hardcover
Published
November 11, 2021 by PHAIDON FRANCE
ISBN
9781838662967 (ISBN10: 1838662960)
ASIN
1838662960
Language
English

A deluxe volume of 15 Japanese folk tales that is sure to impress any fan of cultural and mythological literature with impactful and stunning illustrations by contemporary Japanese artist Kotaro Chiba.

A goblin with no body and a monster with no face. A resourceful samurai and a faithful daughter. A spirit of the moon and a dragon king.

This collection of 15 traditional Japanese folk tales transports readers to a time of adventure and enchantment. Drawn from the works of folklorists Lafcadio Hearn and Yei Theodora Ozaki, these tales are by turns terrifying, exhilarating, and poetic.

POPULAR SERIES: Designed for diehard fairy tale and folklore lovers, the Tales series gives new life to traditional stories. In addition to Tales of Japan, discover Ghostly Tales, Nordic Tales, Celtic Tales, Tales of India, Tales of East Africa, and more.

BEAUTIFUL GIFT: With its bold hardcover design, a satin ribbon page marker, and a striking full-page illustration for each story, Tales of Japan makes an impressive gift. Perfect for fans of fairy tales, ghost stories, Greek mythology, Roman mythology, Chinese mythology, Celtic mythology, and folklore and cultural studies from around the globe.

READERS LOVE IT: With hundreds of 5-star ratings, reviewers rave that this "absolutely delightful collection of traditional Japanese folktales" is "a must-have for folklore fans."

Perfect for:

Anyone interested in Japan's history and culture studies
Collectors of illustrated classics or artfully designed books
Readers who enjoy timeless stories, from the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm to Egyptian mythology to Greek classics
Adding to the shelf alongside Stephen Fry’s Greek Mythology trilogy (Mythos, Heroes, Troy), Neil Gaiman's Norse Mythology, or Madeline Miller's Circe and Song of Achilles

176 pages

Let this collection of seafaring folktales sweep you away with gorgeous illustrations and captivating stories.

A secret path leads across the water to a dragon's kingdom. A mermaid avenges the death of a human girl. A monstrous squid guards the most beautiful pearl in the world. This collection of traditional folktales captures the mysterious and magical power of the ocean. As you sail uncharted waters from Norway to New Zealand and Ghana to Korea, you'll encounter underwater palaces, brave seafarers, and monsters of the deep. Each story is paired with luminous contemporary art. With creamy paper, a ribbon marker, and a cover adorned with shimmering foil, this handsome hardcover is truly a book to treasure.

POPULAR SERIES: The Tales series gives new life to traditional stories. Celebrating the richness of folklore around the world, and featuring the work of beloved contemporary illustrators, these books are beloved by adults and teens alike.

GORGEOUS SPECIAL EDITION: A mesmerizing full-page illustration brings each story alive, while creamy paper, a ribbon marker, and a foil-stamped cover offer a deluxe reading experience. This keepsake edition is perfect for gifting and display.

CELEBRATING DIVERSITY: Featuring stories from around the world, this collection honors the dazzling diversity of different folk traditions—as well as the common threads that weave them all together.

PERFECT FOR OCEAN LOVERS: From whales to giant squids, and from selkies to mermaids, there's something here for anyone who feels the magic of the sea.

Perfect for:

• Fans of fairy tales and folklore
• Ocean lovers
• Swimmers, divers, fishers, and beach combers
• Illustration and art lovers
• Adults and teens
• Collectors of illustrated classics
• Fans of the illustrator Maggie Chiang

144 pages