An introduction to Captain America for the youngest superfans—featuring art by legendary artist Jack “King” Kirby! Jump into action with Captain America, the first Avenger! Learn all about his super-powers, alter ego, and teammates in this bright and bold board book, with art from the classic comics by Jack Kirby. Bright colors and three special gatefolds make for a fun-filled read perfect for the youngest kids and long-time Marvel fans alike.
An introduction to the Amazing Spider-Man for the youngest superfans—featuring art by legendary artist John Romita, Sr.! Swing into action with your favorite friendly neighborhood super hero, Spider-Man! Learn all about his super-powers, friends, and arch-nemeses in this bright and bold board book, with art from the classic comics by John Romita, Sr. Bright colors and three special gatefolds make for a fun-filled read perfect for the youngest kids and long-time Marvel fans alike.
How fashion becomes fashion: innovations in textiles The  Première group has been a source of inspiration for fashion professionals the world over for 45 years, constantly inspiring and making sense of the latest trends. Its international trade fairs have become events for all industry creatives who seek out makers of fabrics, leather, accessories, and more to help innovate their collections and make their lines successful. This book, beautifully illustrated with archival images, photography from magazine features, and portraits of craftspeople and designers, recounts the story of the group, originally formed by 15 weavers from Lyon, France, and focuses on the fashion revolutions of the past decade. For those interested in fashion, here is a new perspective on its creation and a glimpse into the industry of the future.
Lyra, the silent princess of daylight, must find a way to make noise and pass a series of tests to stop a pretender from stealing her betrothed prince and crown.
Meet your new reading buddy: an allinone spot to record everything you're reading, have already read, and what you want to read next. Book Marks uniquely blends a standard reading journal with elements of a bullet journal to make an engaging and highly personalized reading log. Modern, doodlelike illustrations on dotgrid pages and an overall clean design offer just enough guidance to make this a functional journal for book lovers to really make their own.
Most people don't expect wood to flavor their food beyond the barbecue, if at all, and gastronomists rarely discuss the significance that wood has on ultimate taste. But trees and wood have a far greater influence over our plate and palate than you might think. So what does wood taste of? And how has it been used in cooking, distilling, fermenting, and even perfume creation to produce a unique flavor and smell?To find out the answers to these questions, food communications expert Artur Cisar-Erlach embarked on a global journey to understand how trees infuse the world's most delectable dishes with the flavor of their wood. His flavor hunt extended into a three-year exploration covering everything from pizza, whisky, cheese, tea, and perfume to quinine, wine, maple syrup, blue yogurt, and more. From wooden barrels used to age scotch in Austria to wood-burning pizza ovens of Naples to traditional Canadian maple syrup producers, The Flavor of Wood explores how wood infuses some of our best-loved foods through its smoke, sap, roots, and bark. As his quest spans continents and cultures, Cisar-Erlach introduces readers to a colorful cast of characters including Modenese balsamic vinegar producers, Piedmontese truffle hunters, South Tyrolean winemakers, and wild mountain pine chefs. Discovering that wood flavors beverages as well, the author encounters Austrian whisky distillers, Bavarian brewers, avant-garde central London tea merchants, and Indian tea exporters.A world trip brimming with fascinating encounters, unexpected turns, beautiful landscapes, scientific discoveries, and historic connections, The Flavor of Wood is the story of a passionate flavor hunter, and offers readers unparalleled access to some of the world's highest quality cuisine and unknown tree flavors.
Family and class differences threaten the love of two teens in this contemporary YA romance When private school student Isabelle Warren first meets Dominican-American Alex Rosario on the 1 train, she remembers his green eyes and gentlemanly behavior. He remembers her long ballet dancer's legs and untroubled happiness, something he feels belongs to all rich kids
A complete illustrated survey of fragrance in the garden by AmericaΓÇÖs leading garden writer Popular garden writer Ken Druse offers a complete survey of fragrance in the garden, in a major work filled with new knowledge. He arranges both familiar and unusual garden plants, shrubs, and trees into 12 categories, giving gardeners a vastly expanded palate of scents to explore and enjoy, and he also provides examples of garden designs that offer harmonious scentual delights. Ellen Hoverkamp contributes her artful botanical images of flowers and plants discussed in the text. These are accompanied by DruseΓÇÖs award-winning garden photographs, to create a book that is as beautiful to look at as it is informative and evocative to read.
With Questlove's unique style of hosting dinner parties and his love of music, food, and entertaining, this book will give readers unexpected insights into the relationship between culture and food.
From The Metropolitan Museum, this Christmas treasury of stories, poems, recipes, and songs is sure to light up the holiday season It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and this richly illustrated treasury celebrates everything there is to love about the holiday season! It’s filled with favorite Christmas stories, such as “ ’Twas the Night Before Christmas” and “Little Women, A Merry Christmas,” and songs as well as original poems from Lee Bennett Hopkins, Naomi Shihab Nye, and others; original recipes from Erin Gleeson, Yvette van Boven, and Yotam Ottolenghi; and other holiday trappings. All the artwork is from the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, ranging from religious paintings depicting the Nativity, to 20th-century illustrations showing Santa Claus, to wintry scenes of snowy landscapes and ice skaters. With beautiful art and joyful text, this is a wonderful book for the entire family to share.
An interactive photographic board book all about the things babies love most.
The first-ever book celebrating black models, filled with revealing essays, interviews, and stunning photographs To date, there has never been a book devoted exclusively to black models. Supreme Models fills that void, paying tribute to black models past and present: from the first to be featured in catalogs and on magazine covers, like Iman, Beverly Johnson, and Donyale Luna, to the supermodels who reigned in the nineties¿Tyra Banks and Naomi Campbell. The book also observes the newest generation of models¿Adwoa Aboah, Jourdan Dunn, and Joan Smalls¿who are shaking up the fashion industry by speaking out about racial prejudice and becoming social media sensations. Written by celebrity stylist and journalist Marcellas Reynolds, Supreme Models features more than 70 women from the last 60 years. The book is filled with gorgeous photographs of the women, and details their most memorable covers, campaigns, runway shows, and editorials. Black models have been influencing fashion and pop culture for decades, reshaping the standards and boundaries of beauty. Supreme Models is a celebration of their monumental impact.
An official companion book for the upcoming Greta Gerwig-directed "Little Women" adaptation. Features insights into the development of the aesthetic features of the film, storyboards and other behind-the-scenes content. Introduction from Gerwig.
The newest picture book from the New York Times-bestselling creators of The Questioneers series introduces a new member: Sofia Valdez, a community leader who stands up for what she believes.
20th-century Russian history comes to life through six generations of a family in their Moscow apartment. The Muromtsev family have been living in the same apartment for more than a century, generation after generation. Readers are taken through different rooms and witness how each generation actually lived alongside the larger social and political changes that Russia experienced
Thom Gilbert spent four years among surfer royalty at the top of their sport, with his camera trained not only on tiny figures disappearing in the waves, but also on the faces and bodies of the surfers. He returned from the beaches with more than 100 portraits - from the newest talent to the oldest and most revered, including remarkable surf-riding women - but also with dramatic action shots and revealing images of the culture around this sport and lifestyle
Nan Sparrow is one of London's countless "climbers" - children who spend their days cleaning chimneys. The work is brutal and dangerous. Thanks to her wits and will, Nan has managed to beat the deadly odds time and time again. But when she gets stuck in a chimney fire, it seems the end has come. Instead, she awakens to find herself unharmed in an abandoned attic. And she is not alone. Huddled in the corner is a mysterious creature - a golem - made from soot and ash.
This Comics Anthology aims to showcase the growing freedom now felt by many to come out of the shadows to speakabout their own personal experiences. The comics artists featured comprise a wide-ranging group of international, female-identifying cartoonists of many ages, sexual orientations, and races, and their stories convey the wide spectrum of sexual harassment and abuse
The companion to I Am Yoga that celebrates mindfulness—now available as a board book!When the world feels chaotic, find peace within through an accessible mindfulness practice from the picture book dream team that brought us I Am Yoga and the #1 New York Times bestseller I Am Human. Express emotions through direct speech. Find empathy through imagination. Connect with the Earth. Wonder at the beauty of the natural world. Breathe, taste, smell, touch, and be present. Perfect for the classroom or for bedtime, Susan Verde's gentle, concrete narration and Peter H. Reynolds's expressive watercolor illustrations bring the tenets of mindfulness to a kid-friendly level.
This traces the design process of the world-renowned fashion house, revealing how a collection is created. Moving from the studio to the fashion show, fashion writer Laetitia Cénac has unprecedented access to explore a world that is usually carefully guarded from the public eye. With hundreds of beautifully rendered fashion illustrations from acclaimed artist Jean-Philippe Delhomme, Karl Lagerfeld's approach to design is brought to life, as are the talents of the masterfully skilled artisans.
Over the course of its 25-year history, Magic: The Gathering-the world's first and most popular trading card game-has redefined the fantasy genre through its exploration of diverse, fantastic worlds. And traversing those worlds are Planeswalkers, heroes who have sworn to defend the Multiverse from harm.
Dive into the captivating pages of 'Deep in the Ocean', a mesmerizing masterpiece by Lucie Brunellière. Published in 2019 by Abrams, this book takes readers on an unforgettable journey beneath the surface of the world's oceans. The genre of this book is hard to pin down, as it transcends boundaries and appeals to readers of all ages and interests. Brunellière's vivid narration and stunning illustrations create a world that is as enchanting as it is mysterious. 'Deep in the Ocean' is more than just a book; it's an adventure that allows you to explore the depths of the ocean from the comfort of your own home. Abrams, the publisher of this book, is known for their commitment to producing high-quality literature, and 'Deep in the Ocean' is no exception. This book is a must-read for anyone with a passion for exploration and a love for the natural world. Dive in and discover the magic that awaits you 'Deep in the Ocean'.
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