«Traditional trends and influences from the East have pervaded popular Western culture in the last few years, from food and holistic therapies to make-up and body art. No longer simply the preserve of Asian brides, these eastern beauty techniques are being embraced by woman of all nationalities and backgrounds. «The Art of Mehndi» is the definitive style guide to the fascinating ancient art form of henna body decoration, covering everything from the historical, symbolic and spiritual aspects of henna to its adoption by the West as a way of decorating the body without the permanence of traditional tattoos. Sumita Batra, a leading mehndi artist who has decorated the bodies of Madonna and Gwen Stefani, here creates 40 original designs that can easily be re-created to stunning effect.»

«The Nature Creativity Book» is a lively and imaginative introduction to the natural world, with added art paper, stencils, games and foldout sticker scenes to complete. Animals and plants are set within the context of the world's great natural regions, with lots of fun mini facts set alongside a varied and entertaining range of activities and creative projects. Conservation and recycling are the underlying messages as the book covers the world's amazing landscapes and creatures, including the nature to be found outside our own doors.»

«Bruce Lee was more than just an action star; he was an icon of speed, strength and charisma — an energy that ignited and inspired people all around the world — and as famous for his mental as his physical prowess. The Treasures of Bruce Lee, published with the Bruce Lee Estate, will tell this unique star's story as never before; through painstaking research, unseen memorabilia and unpublished photographs from the family archives. Bruce Lee Treasures charts Lee's story from his birth in San Francisco back to the Far East, and explains how he became the invincible martial artist feared and famous the world over. Discover Lee's directorial, acting and choreographic genius through analysis of all of his movies. Relive iconic moments such as his yellow jump suit, two-finger press ups and, of course, the one-inch punch, and discover the secrets of their origins. A unique collectable for every fan, Treasures includes facsimiles of an Enter the Dragon film poster, a hand-drawn anatomy sketch showing key pressure points, a handwritten poem, and many other posters, handwritten notes, sketches and cards, together with tickets and invitations. «The key to immortality is first living a life worth remembering.» (Bruce Lee)»

Copying the look of the world's celebrities and stars is a recurring feature of magazines and blogs. Here we take a vintage view, looking back at the 25 most iconic women of the past century and how to emulate their looks with up-to-the minute fashion advice. Each look, whether it's Brigitte Bardot's Bombshell, Audrey Hepburn's Ingenue or Grace Kelly's American Classic, is deconstructed. Along with key information on the vintage designers and fashion styles of the time, there are styling tips, hair and makeup techniques and shopping lists to aid in acquiring vintage and reproduction pieces. Each chapter opens with an image of the icon of each style, plus images of similarly styled celebrities or models. The book concludes with a directory on vintage and reproduction-vintage boutiques as well as hair and makeup stylists who can create period looks.

«An enthralling overview of the astonishing artistic skill of the leading lifestyle illustrators of the period, «Lifestyle Illustration of the 50s» reveals the changing social aspirations of the post-war generation and their growing optimism for the future. Featuring over 1,000 beautiful and stylistically diverse illustrations, this volume charts the decade's progression as the new younger generation emerged from post-war austerity to shape a new, more aspirational culture. From stylish and urbane young couples in romantic clinches to professional men and women exploring their new-found affluence and growing independence, this book provides an unsurpassed insight into the changing styles, fashions, dreams and social mores of the Fifties. The Fifties was an era of forward-looking optimism, and the hopes and desires of these postwar years were elegantly captured in the stunning artwork of the period. «Lifestyle Illustration of the 50s» is an extensive gallery of spectacular rediscovered and restored artwork by the most talented graphic artists of the day. An informative introduction explores places this long overlooked art form within the wider social context of the period, and in the process reveals how much our lifestyles have changed over the intervening years.»

Bowie: Album by Album examines every one of Bowie's studio albums in fine detail, placing each within the context of the time in which it was recorded and charting all the albums' subsequent influence and legacy. As well as commentary from the musicians, engineers and producers who worked on the recordings — such as Brian Eno and Tony Visconti — Bowie's own quotes provide a fascinating insight into his restlessly creative mind.

From Frankenstein to Peeping Tom, the imaginative flair of the horror film has always shocked and delighted viewers. Packed with images of the most terrifying scenes in cinema history, this definitive volume traces the genre decade by decade, providing a witty and informative critique of more than 200 movies from all over the world. A team of seasoned, top horror experts leads the way with authority, humor, and encyclopedic knowledge, making this a superb guide for both die-hard and new horror fans.

A visual journey through the fashion of the decades, Vintage Fashion enables the reader to identify key designers, shapes, textiles, stitching, and other details and characteristics that define the most influential pieces of the twentieth century. Each chapter begins with a historical introduction to the era, offering an overview of the designers of the time and their key influences. The chapter then develops along themes — such as textile, print, stitching, shape and cut, fabric technology and manufacture as well as colour — according to the most groundbreaking developments of the time and noting the special details and characteristics that mark a piece as authentic. Each decade ends with a 'key looks' spread showing an at-a-glance view of the important shapes, colours and looks that defined the era. The book concludes with a shopping guide, which offers pointers on sourcing and caring for original vintage pieces, along with a glossary of fashion terms and the century's most collectable designers.

Years of professional makeup styling is distilled into a gorgeous yet practical book on the art of makeup from one of the world's best beauty-training institutes, the Academy of Freelance Makeup. In this updated second edition of the book, the team of top industry professionals offer additional expert advice, tips, insider secrets and instructions for specialist techniques for the novice or professional makeup artist. From creating period looks to using glitter and crystals to body-art and airbrushing techniques, the book is inspirational and informative.

A pretty young girl begins a new life of misery when her mother dies and her father remarries. Nicknaming her Cinderella, the girl's stepmother and ugly stepsisters soon put her to work, and when a royal invitation to two wonderful balls arrives, she is cruelly excluded. On the night of the first ball, however, Cinderella is rescued by her fairy godmother, who magically conjures a fine ball gown and golden coach, and firmly instructs her to be home by midnight. The prince is enchanted by the beautiful Cinderella, but when the clock strikes twelve she hurries home, losing her glass slipper in her haste. With the sparkling shoe as his only clue, the prince sets out to find his mysterious new love...

Twentieth Century Interiors is the ultimate sourcebook of inspiration for interior designers and an invaluable reference work for all collectors, dealers and anyone interested in the decoration of their home. It features stylish and cutting-edge Modernist avant-garde interiors by the top decorators and architects from around the world, including Mies Van Der Rohe, Le Corbusier, Eileen Gray, Frank Lloyd Wright, Wells Coates, Finn Juhl, Oscar Niemeyer, Ettore Sottsass, Shiro Kuramata, Frank Gehry, Philippe Starck, John Pawson, Ron Arad and David Chipperfield. A century of intense design experimentation and a vast array of styles and influences has nowhere been more eloquently expressed than in the design and decoration of interiors, both domestic and public. It is illustrated with 600 original photographs and beautifully drawn illustrations that detail the work of the greatest interior designers of the decade. The book is divided into ten chapters, each introduced by Clive Edwards with concise but informative texts outlining each topic and covering the most notable features of the era.

Produced in association with the Musee Marmottan Monet, this beautifully illustrated book looks at the life and work of the leading light in the Impressionist movement. Augmented by the inclusion of circa a dozen facsimile documents, selected from Monet's personal archives, this book highlights the influences on his work, shows how he developed series of paintings that reflected the world around him and gives an insight into his personal interests. The documents include sketches and preliminary drawings, letters, marriage registrations, and postcards.

April 2014 will mark the 20th anniversary of Kurt Cobain's tragic suicide. With Nirvana, Cobain articulated the chaotic emotions of teen spirit, but the intense attention proved too overwhelming for him to handle. Filled with quotes and interviews from the people who were there as Nirvana rose to fame, Kurt Cobain tells the story of the charismatic singer/songwriter and the band. Abundantly illustrated, it's as close as possible to a day-by-day log of every significant event from Nirvana's inception right through to Cobain's untimely death.

Come along with Dorothy and her beloved dog Toto to the magical Land of Oz! This pop-up, pull-tab novelty book captures all the marvelous wonder of Frank L. Baum's popular story. It includes such fun items as little booklets with stories about the characters; a dramatic pop-up of the terrible cyclone; a lift-the-flap of the Tin Woodman chopping a tree; wheels that turn on the lights of the Emerald City and begin a flying monkey attack; pull-tabs to make Dorothy's slippers sparkle and launch the Wizard's great balloon; and more!

The Complete Encyclopedia of Football is a celebration of what Pele called the 'Beautiful Game'. It describes the history and development of the sport, its legendary players and clubs, notable coaches and stadia. There is in-depth information on the major competitions at both national and club levels as well as sections on the laws, tactics and equipment as they have evolved over the past 130-odd years. This new edition of The Complete Encyclopedia of Football has been fully updated and revised to take in the major competitions of the 2008-09 season, providing full and contemporary coverage of football at home and abroad.

Elizabeth Taylor was a true screen legend. A movie star from the age of 12, she was known for her near-perfect, luminous beauty and lastingly radiant star quality, along with undeniable acting skills. She was also known for her love of large diamonds and full-on living, and for notching up seven husbands. In all respects, she exhibited a unique lust for life — for love, parties, laughter, food, sex, drugs, alcohol, and the wealth that makes them all the more possible. That passion led to her greatest triumphs and some dramatic crises. This book traces Elizabeth's life in all its intensity, through movies, marriages and charity work. Her greatest movie triumphs were those in which she has was able to give rein to her blend of kitten-like siren and wild force of nature — including Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf, the latter with her longest-lasting and arguably most compatible husband, Richard Burton. Her private life was constantly subject to public scrutiny and spin, often sending shock waves across America, but she never lost public interest and in the end they always forgave her. For all the artifice of her life, there was a natural quality to her and, perhaps more than any other actress, the magic of her star has never faded.

This training book is the perfect introduction to the Olympic Athletics field events and will prove an indispensable guide for both the keen beginner and club athlete. Written by leading athletics journalist, Jason Henderson, and illustrated with over 50 specially commissioned diagrams, this official book gives an overview of each field event and covers training safety, tactics and techniques, and standards of performance to aim for. Whether you are a beginner who simply wants to try a new sport or a budding Olympian who dreams of one day winning a gold medal, this concise and easy-to-use book will take you to the next level.

This training book is the perfect introduction to the Olympic Athletics track events and will prove an indispensable guide for both the keen beginner and club athlete. Written by a leading sports scientist and fully illustrated with over 50 specially commissioned diagrams, this official book gives an overview of each track event and covers training safety, tactics and techniques, and standards of performance to aim for. Whether you are a beginner who simply wants to try a new sport or a budding Olympian who dreams of one day winning a gold medal, this concise and easy-to-use book will take you to the next level.

Snip! Stick! Colour! Create! This is the ultimate art activity book for young children. It is packed with stickers, stencils, colourful pull-out art paper, clever colouring games, doodle challenges, puzzles and much more. Along with the fun artistic activities, there are bite-size facts about famous artists and great masterpieces to discover and to inspire creativity.

This title includes plastic stencil sheet, pretty decorated paper, gatefold sticker scene and 2 sheets of royal stickers, and press-out princess model. This is the ultimate activity book for young princesses everywhere. With ninety-six pages, packed with pages to colour, puzzles, quizzes, mazes and games to play, there's something fun to do on every page.