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This volume shows Aarons influential photographs of the international elite in their exclusive playgrounds during the jet-set decades of the 1950s, 60s and 70s.

The official behind-the-scenes companion to Sir Ridley Scott's highly anticipated sequel to Gladiator This definitive volume takes readers deep into the extraordinary production of Gladiator II. Exploring the revolutionary special effects and breathtaking artistry that went into re-creating the grandeur of ancient Rome on a truly epic scale, Gladiator II: The Art and Making of the Ridley Scott Film features storyboards, unit photography, concept art, character and costume sketches, and an array of props and ephemera, offering a comprehensive look at the creative process behind one of the most eagerly awaited sequels of our time. With a foreword by Sir Ridley Scott and exclusive interviews with the cast-including Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Connie Nielsen, and more-as well as insights from production designers, armorers, and the visual effects team, the book grants an insider's look at this cinematic epic and is an essential companion to the film.

What happens when Earth's Mightiest Heroes learn who-and what-they truly are? It starts with an epic battle in Asgard, as Loki, the god of mischief, comes into possession of a weapon of unimaginable power and assembles an army of otherworldly monsters in an effort to carry out his evil plans. Cue the Avengers-Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, the Hulk, Giant-Man, and the Wasp-who meet this horrifying throng of beasts head-on as a thrilling, knock-down drag-out fight ensues. But when the smoke clears, what appears to be a typically raucous comic book take-down is revealed to be something very, very different-and very, very terrifying. And this discovery threatens to destroy the Avengers in a way that Loki or any other foe never has before. Because this time the enemy is . . . the Truth. Writer Chip Kidd and artist Michael Cho have created a mind-bending, visually sumptuous saga that takes the Avengers-and you, the reader-to places that challenge everything we thought we knew about super heroes and the very nature of heroism . . . villainy . . . and existence. Oh, and did we mention that it's absolutely hilarious? Welcome to The Veracity Trap, a truly profound, thought-provoking conundrum of a comic, where no one-not even the Avengers-can escape!

The Eisner Award-nominated tribute to Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz-repackaged for the beloved strip's 75th anniversary ?Reproducing the best of the Peanuts newspaper strip, all shot from the original art by award-winning photographer Geoff Spear, Only What's Necessary also features exclusive, rare, and unpublished original art and developmental work-much of which has never been seen before. Charles M. Schulz (1922-2000) believed that the key to cartooning was to take out the extraneous details and leave in only what's necessary. For 50 years, from October 2, 1950, to February 13, 2000, Schulz wrote and illustrated Peanuts, the single most popular and influential comic strip in the world. In all, 17,897 strips were published, making it "arguably the longest story ever told by one human being," according to Robert Thompson, professor of popular culture at Syracuse University. For Only What's Necessary: Charles M. Schulz and the Art of Peanuts, renowned designer Chip Kidd was granted unprecedented access to the extraordinary archives of the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center in Santa Rosa, California.

Spider-Man is the friendly neighborhood pet-sitter in this all new graphic novel for early readers-now in paperbackWhen the Avengers are assembled to contain a super threat in New York City, Spider-Man is given the most important job of all: to make sure all the Avengers' super pets are safe! Spider-Man wants in on the bad-guy-fighting action, but with great power comes great pet-sitting. Featuring fan-favorite Avengers like Captain America, Captain Marvel, and Black Panther, this fun and funny original graphic novel sees the mighty web-slinger teaming up with the most unlikely of heroes to save the day!

The electric spirit of Saturday Night Live as captured by longtime resident photographer Mary Ellen Matthews Andy Samberg in a giant martini glass. Billie Eilish peeking out of a pile of snow. Kevin Hart writing his own cue cards. Paul Rudd as Paul McCartney. Sarah Silverman dusting the NBC marquee. Alec Baldwin as the Godfather. These are just a few examples of Matthewss bold, dynamic, and playful celebrity portraits that for over two decades have artfully highlighted the hosts and musical guests who help bring the show to life. Week after week, photographer Mary Ellen Matthews makes magic happen on Saturday Night Live with her inventive, irreverent, and truly original photography for the ';bumpers'portraits of the host or musical guest that transition the show to and from commercial breaks. Published on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of SNL and exquisitely designed by Pentagram, this book is the first collection of Mary Ellen's remarkable body of work as well as a celebration of America's longest-running comedy TV show. Includes: * More than 200 color portraits and behind-the-scenes photographs * A foreword by SNL founder and executive producer Lorne Michaels * Mary Ellen Matthews in conversation * A thumbnail index of all the images with captions by the photographer

Trilobite and his friends are back, and the hunt for fame and fortune continues in this hilarious graphic novel series from the bestselling cartoonist behind the Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales series The beloved team of prehistoric-and hysterical-creatures is back! This wacky, hilarious, and totally unique graphic novel series is perfect for fans of Dog Man and InvestiGators. Trilobite and his friends hope to strike it rich making a documentary about an Ice Age super pig called the Entelodont. This mega pig is a cross between a hippo, a razorback, and a bag of chainsaws. A dangerous creature feature is sure to be a big hit with their audience. What could go wrong?Their quest for a viral video takes a chaotic turn when they accidentally create the Hog-Rocket-a flying Entelodont with a love for destruction. Now Trilobite and company have no video, no money-and no way to stop the mayhem they set in motion.

In this board book edition of the reassuring hit picture book School Is Cool! from Hello!Lucky creators Sabrina and Eunice Moyle, a cheerful narrator guides a class of nervous critters through their very first day of preschool What you learn in preschool will last all year! So how about a hooray-for-school cheer? In this exuberant board book from the bestselling Hello!Lucky team, a friendly narrator prepares young readers for their first day of preschool with humor and encouragement. A fifth color throughout makes Preschool Is Cool! the perfect gift for the littlest budding scholars gearing up for their big day, whether they're worried about missing their parents, not knowing the rules, or how to make friends.

An exhilarating manga following the journey taken by a boy and his migrating village across a frigid post-apocalyptic setting riddled with folkloric monsters There once was a land where humans and monsters both lived. The sun protected the humans during the day, but at night the monsters were on the prowl. On the day that the sun disappeared forever behind the clouds, the terrifying monsters, no longer warded off by the sunlight, hunted the humans in the day and the night. For almost thirty years, Saber and his village were cut off from the rest of the world. They have no choice but to communicate with each other using sign language to avoid the monsters, who can track them by sound and especially by voice. However, the village encounters trouble when a young woman named Lune arrives in the village. She tells them that there is a better way to fight monsters-by becoming monsters themselves. This is only the beginning of a harrowing and thrilling adventure. The villagers leave everything behind, traversing the looming mountains that surround them to find other humans who can help them. In order to escape a life devoid of peace, it is up to Lune and the villagers to summon something they have long forgotten-the courage to live.

A love story between a boy with a scar and an abused, misgendered classmate, both victims of bullying at school, Scars is an ardent coming-of-age manga about acknowledging our differences and finding self-acceptance The second volume in a stunning and heartfelt manga trilogy from debut author-illustrator Brandon Arias, Scars deftly tackles childhood trauma, bullying, and the issue of growing into one's own identity. Two school kids, Kyonosuke and Akira, live in a little village by the Japanese countryside. After an accident, Kyonosuke recieves a skin graft to his face, leaving him permanently scarred. This disfigurement makes Kyonosuke a target for constant bullying. Akira, his classmate, is trying to come to terms with her gender dysphoria, but is beaten by her father for saying she wants to be a girl. When they meet and fall in love, they decide to escape their toxic environment together. But are they strong enough to accept each other, and themselves, for who they are? This gorgeous, fresh slice-of-life drama is sure to become a classic alongside such timely and relevant manga titles as Orange by Takano Ichigo and Our Dreams at Dusk by Yuhki Kamatani.

When a young witch apprentice loses her home and mentor to witch hunts, can she awaken her druid-like powers and flee to safety? Humankind and nature are at odds in this epic Ghibli-esque fantasy manga, perfect for fans of Princess Mononoke, Nausicaä, and Witch Hat Atelier! In a world devastated by humankind and forsaken by plants and animals, only witches have the power to communicate with nature. Thanks to Oak, Pili has escaped from the Fruditilla fortress and its supervising witch-turned-patron-saint. There, from the dungeon where they were both imprisoned, she has freed a new companion. Mistreated by her captor for days, this friend is only barely able to walk . . . To save her, Pili has no choice: she must set out in search of amurds and concoct a remedy as soon as possible! However, Oak is reluctant and suggests abandoning the young woman, fearing she will slow them down, which infuriates his protégée. How will the two companions manage to find common ground?Eden of Witches is a magical and lushly illustrated coming-of-age story perfect for fans of Princess Mononoke, Nausicaä, and Witch Hat Atelier, brought expertly to life by rising star manga artist Yumeji. It will sweep readers away into a fairytale where witches and their familiars are the last keepers of the natural world.

?In a mafia-governed city where corruption and violence is commonplace, two brothers find a mysterious artifact that will change their lives forever Following the discovery of their father's cap and gloves, the brothers Kazuma develop strange abilities. Joe, determined not to be walked over anymore, decides to make use of his newfound strength by returning to boxing. Zack, on the other hand, will use his increased cognitive abilities to confront the corruption within his law enforcement hierarchy. Meanwhile, the Gospels encroach further into the territory of the Darumas, the local mafia. A gang war is declared! By agreeing to replace injured friend Tony in a boxing match against Solomon, Joe was not aware of the situation he was getting into. He now represents the mafia gang Darumas, and as powerful figures will have their eyes on the fight, defeat is not an option. Will the young challenger have shoulders strong enough to face the champion of the Gospels alone?

Celebrity botanist Joey Santore's delightfully irreverent almanac of rare and beautiful plants from around the worldCrime Pays But Botany Doesn't by Joey Santore is a crass, low-brow approach to the exciting world of plant ecology and evolution, as written by a misanthropic Chicago Italian. Santore badmouths his way across six regions of the world in a colorful exploration of the weirdest, wildest plants to be found anywhere on the planet. Within the pages of this book, readers will find everything there is to know about the Internet's favorite botanist and his eventful travels: a biographical section detailing Santore's path from railroads to rhododendrons features alongside a botany crash course, a stunning photographic guide to worldwide plant ecosystems, conversations with notable botanists, and loads of illustrations, fun facts, and trivia. After the incredible success of Nicole Angemi's Anatomy Book, Cernunnos continues to explore the world of science with the help of a cast of celebrity experts. Get lost in the plant realm with Joey Santore and you'll see why his dedicated audience of nearly a million continues to bloom and grow.

An epic celebration of Godzilla's 70th anniversary, exploring every aspect of the King of Monsters' creation, design, and evolutionGodzilla: The First 70 Years is a narrative and visual history of the King of the Monsters, chronicling the triumphs, challenges, and meaning of seven decades of city-trashing, kaiju-smashing mayhem. It is also a tribute to Godzilla's creators and costars-the filmmakers, special-effects wizards, cast members, even the stuntmen inside the monster suit-and an appreciation of the behind-the-scenes artistry involved in bringing Godzilla to cinematic life, then and now. Exclusive behind-the-scenes photography, production materials, posters, and lobby cards showcase: The Showa Era films (1954-1975) The Heisei Era films (1984-1995) 1998's Godzilla film produced by TriStar Pictures The Millennium Series (1999-2004) Legendary Pictures' Monsterverse Animated works Shin Godzilla (Japan's Picture of the Year, 2016) Academy Award-winning 2023 box office phenomenon Godzilla Minus One Extensive visuals detail the evolution of kaiju design, as well as profile the creative contribution and SFX developments across seven decades of exceptional filmmaking and innovation.

A charming and heartfelt exploration of golf and how it became a healing balm of radical self-care for one man on the brink of a nervous breakdown

An original and timely new YA novel from acclaimed author Susan Fletcher, set in a near-future where rogue gene editing has changed humanity-loosely based on The Little MermaidA girl torn between two worlds . . . Turtle is scavenging a drowned town when she saves a stranger's life. There's something special about Kai-an attraction she's never felt before. She would do anything to see him again. But Turtle can never truly be with Kai, because Kai is Normal, and Turtle is one of the Mer, kids whose genes were illegally hacked before birth and who now have working gills as well as lungs. Turtle lives on an old cruise ship with the other Mer in order to be close to the water she needs to survive. Yet she sneaks away and lies to her friends to spend more time on land with Kai. And the pull of the shore grows even stronger when Turtle reconnects with her sisters and learns that her father, who has been in prison for having her genes modified, has escaped and may be hiding out nearby. When scientists come up with a way for the Mer to surrender their gills and live as Normals, Turtle faces a terrible choice. Turtle loves her life with her Mer friends, but she desperately misses her family. And then there's Kai . . . Should she give up her Mer community and their way of life, along with the joy of living freely under the sea? Or give up the guy she's falling for . . . and any hope of reconnecting with her family?

From powerhouse team Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen and Leeza Hernandez comes a joyful picture book about a young alpaca's first day back at school. Working together. / Learning the rules. You're getting the KNACK-a / of being at school. You'll dream of tomorrow / when you hit the SACK-a Your school will be waiting . . . / get ready, Alpaca! The first day back to school is always a little scary, but Alpaca is ready to face the new year! With shoes tied and snack-a all packed-a, Alpaca's first day back-a is filled with classroom fun. From singing new songs to making new friends (and a paint spill here and there--no worries, Alpaca! Ms. Yak-a has more!), Alpaca will help young readers feel prepared for their first day, easing their anxieties and getting them excited for school. Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen's inventive rhyme, paired with Leeza Hernandez's bright, graphic art, is perfect for read-aloud fun, as well as school and family libraries.

An exciting and twisty middle-grade debut mystery novel-perfect for fans of From the Desk of Zoe Washington and The Parker Inheritance-about the disappearance of a famous magician, and one boy's quest to find the truthSpending the summer with his aunt as the only Black kid in a small Midwestern town was bad enough, but now Andy Carter's summer has been effectively ruined. His dad's parole hearing is postponed, he misses his friends, and-when an old barn burns down-he's stuck taking the blame. Andy is sentenced with helping the barn's owner, a cantankerous old man, renovate his crumbling mansion-a mansion that hides a mystery. It was once owned by the famous magician the Red Nave. In 1954, the Nave was a wanted suspect in the town's most infamous murder before disappearing without a trace. The whole town is sure the Red Nave is guilty, but to Andy, things just don't add up. Investigating a mystery from the '50s isn't the same as spending time with his dad, but Andy can't help but be drawn into the Red Nave's exciting world of magic and illusion. To solve the Nave's final vanishing act, Andy teams up with another boy he doesn't quite trust. Secret by secret, they try to uncover the Red Nave's identity and learn why his last performance came to such a tragic end. With a gripping combination of hidden doors, shocking twists, and deep emotional heart, Smoke & Mirrors asks the question: How much of the truth is what you can get people to believe?

The thrilling and hilarious companion to The Last Human--which is in the works to be a major motion picture from the producers of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse-about a world where robots and humans coexist . . . though the peace between them may not last long-now in paperback It's been a few months now since XR_935 met Emma, a human girl who wasn't supposed to exist. The robots thought that they'd eliminated all humans, but there were still some clinging to survival, who made it through the war. Now the robots and humans live side by side, and the world is so much better for it. They've formed a new society where they live together as equals. Even if XR doesn't always understand the emotions or the disorder of the human's settlement, XR is impressed that they somehow always seem to make it work--especially considering all the terrible things that robots did to humans all those years ago. But some humans are not so quick to forget or forgive what the robots did . . . and a group of humans begins to rise up and rebel against the precarious peace that they've made. Can XR and Emma quell this danger? Or could this be the end of the robots-and the world-as they know it?

The Lucky Day is the third book from author Lourdes Heuer and award-winning illustrator Lynnor Bontigao's young chapter-book series-perfect for fans of Princess in Black and Mercy Watson-about a diverse community of kids living in a beautiful seaside townIt's the last day of school before spring break, but there's still so much to do! Mateo is on a mission to catch a leprechaun, and Sasha and Sophia can't wait to work on their school garden. Elena just wants to read about dinosaurs, but when she finds a secret map in her textbook, she'll need all her friends to help her find the treasure of Seashell Key-and make a treasure map of their own! Filled with a vibrant cast and lots of spring fun, this is a great addition to an exciting new chapter book series. The Seashell Key seriesSeashell Key (#1)The Monster Storm (#2)The Lucky Day (#3)

From a bestselling and award-winning team comes a moving, gorgeously illustrated picture-book biography of one of the greatest cellists of all-time, Yo-Yo Ma, and his lifelong passion for using music to unite people in harmony and joy"I've been asking myself all my life, 'What is the purpose of music?'" -Yo-Yo Ma At a young age, Yo-Yo Ma discovered a remarkable gift for the cello, playing Bach from memory by age four. His technique was far beyond his years, but even as he grew and became a world-class musician-studying at Juilliard, performing at Carnegie Hall at a young age, even playing on television before the president of the United States-he wanted to use his gift for something deeper, something bigger. As he asked question after question, trying to understand his place in the world, he discovered something that every culture has in common: music. Ma decided that he would spend his life not only performing for others, but learning from other cultures' musical traditions and finding ways to unite people. Even as he dedicated himself to humanitarian work around the world, Ma also dedicated himself to teaching a new generation of young cellists to play with their whole hearts, bodies, and souls, like he does-how to find the music inside themselves. From James Howe, bestselling author of Bunnicula, and Jack Wong, award-winning author/illustrator of When You Can Swim, comes the story of legendary cellist Yo-Yo Ma, who was special not only because of his unmatched talent but also his curious mind and compassionate heart. Powerfully told and stunningly illustrated, this biography will inspire readers to discover the gifts inside us all. Back matter includes an author's and an illustrator's note, a timeline of Ma's life, and resources to learn more about his life and work.

Explore the A, B, Cs of SpongeBob SquarePants in this fun and interactive new title in the Abrams Block Book seriesExperience the vibrant world of Bikini Bottomwith the SpongeBob SquarePants Alphablock book, featuring hilarious and iconic scenes and fan favorite characters from A to Z. As in previous Block Book titles, there are die-cut pages and the stylish art of Peski Studio. Coming off of the 25th anniversary of the celebrated and beloved television show, this collectible book will highlight what has made the brand everlasting for the last 25 years. Each spread highlights more than 50 important characters and locations every fan of SpongeBob should know-from the Alaskan bull worm to Patrick Star!

A collectible volume of short stories set in the world of The Smurfs and designed to be read in five minutes or less! Enter a world of Smurftacular fun! Join Smurfette as she gets ready for an enchanting princess ball. Follow Hefty Smurf on a thrilling mission to find the perfect competitor, and learn a lesson with Vanity Smurf the day he forgets his manners. Don't miss Storm from Smurfy Grove as she embarks on an exciting quest to find her lost dragonfly best friend, Spitfire! Colorful and brimming with humor, this collection of short stories is perfect for fans of all ages!

Make iconic Parisian delicacies with these 30 cherished recipes from the world-famous French pastry shopThe Little Book of Ladurée: Patisserie brings together Ladurée's 30 most beloved recipes written by the company's head pastry chef, Julien Alvarez. From the famous macarons to the Saint-Honoré, to the chocolate eclairs and the delectable Mont Blanc, to the almond croissant or the French toast, you can enjoy these Parisian institution's iconic recipes made right at home.

An irreverent, darkly funny, feminist spin on the legend of King Arthur focusing on his runaway daughter, Ysabelle. Perfect for fans of Disenchantment. King Arthur, Britain's most legendary hero, is now an old drunkard who spends his days slouched on his throne. He owes his former glory to the magic sword Excalibur, which the wizard Merlin forged for him in order to slay the hordes of demons who came to invade the kingdom of Pendragon. That incredible weapon now collects dust-and suffers from a bad case of boredom. Meanwhile, Arthur's daughter, Princess Ysabelle, is wondering how to flee the marriage her father has arranged with the vile Baron Cumber. Desperate for something different and better, Ysabelle and her father's sword join hands and set off on a quest to change their fates. But although Ysabelle is brave, she's never ventured outside before-and the real world is much harsher than life within the palace walls. In order to survive and accomplish her quest, she must rely on Excalibur, as her father did before her. But Excalibur's intentions may not be as noble as they seem . . .

An invigorating guide for tasting, naming, and visualizing the chromatic diversity of wine While smell and taste dominate the experience of sipping wine, Florence de La Riviére turns our eyes to its color, instead inspiring an artistic and visual approach to wine tasting. Throughout The Look of Wine, readers will meet winegrowers, oenologists, sommeliers, and scientists to weave a canvas of universal words representing the chromatic palette of wines. Alongside this descriptive vocabulary, original photography captures the authenticity of color while leaving room for interpretation. Each family of color is visually represented by a wine, with a description of its hues and the natural and human processes that contributed to creating it. Neither a directory of the colors of wine nor a technical encyclopedia, The Look of Wine is a living tribute to oenology's chromatic diversity, with a focus on still, unmutated whites and reds, as well as rosés.

When a young witch apprentice loses her home and mentor to witch hunts, can she awaken her druid-like powers and flee to safety? Humankind and nature are at odds in this epic Ghibli-esque fantasy manga, perfect for fans of Princess Mononoke, Nausicaä, and Witch Hat Atelier!In a world devastated by humankind and forsaken by plants and animals, only witches have the power to communicate with nature. A long time ago, plants and animals lived in harmony . . . until mankind came to power and, unable to coexist with nature, destroyed and exploited both flora and fauna without a second thought. Now the world has become a barren wasteland. But witches have the power to speak to nature. Blamed for the extinction of plant life, and feared by humanity for their powers, they hide away from the rest of humanity in secret lairs bursting with greenery. Pilly, a young, witch-apprentice, has set out on a journey accompanied by the wolf Oak. Following the voice of amurd spirits, they have discovered a hidden alcove of witches in the mountains. Unfortunately, its residents know nothing about Eden-their promised destination. As they prepare to hit the road again, a little girl wants to follow them to look for her missing daddy. However, when she learns the terrible truth-that her father is already dead-her frenzied power manifests! That's when Oak hears footsteps in the distance. Witch-hunting soldiers are heading straight for the refuge. Pilly rushes out with the intent to be bait, giving everyone time to escape, but will she manage to come out unscathed? Or will she be captured and sentenced to death as a witch?Eden of Witches is a magical and lushly illustrated coming-of-age story perfect for fans of Princess Mononoke, Nausicaä, and Witch Hat Atelier, brought expertly to life by rising star manga artist Yumeji. It will sweep readers away into a fairytale where witches and their familiars are the last keepers of the natural world.