Böcker utgivna av Abrams

Just as film, art, music, and literature have the power to move people, this work shows that graphic design can also cut to the emotional core. It covers twenty years of the author's graphic design and features images from the studio archive as well as specific influences and reference points for his projects and ideas.

A watch may be a practical device for the sole purpose of telling the time as accurately as possible, a complicated machine, a wearable design object, or a status symbol. This work introduces the fifty major brands and provides information on buying, collecting, maintaining and wearing watches.

The third book in the Star Wars Art series, Illustration collects the very best artworks, as curated by George Lucas: more than three decades of book jackets, art from StarWars Insider magazine and role playing guides, limited edition prints, Topps' Star Wars Galaxy trading cards, marketing artwork from LucasArts video games and other one-of-a-kind works generated for collectible merchandise. Featuring previously unpublished, rarely seen, or fan favourite art.

This book follows the Montessori method by introducing the letters of the alphabet as sounds and shapes before memorizing their names.

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For fathers and sons everywhere, this warm, universal picture book from a New York Times bestselling and award-winning team celebrates everything that makes dads special

Mighty Marvel Calendar Book: A Visual History presents seven years of Marvel history in this incredible showcase featuring art from some of the greatest illustrators who drew stories for the House of Ideas.

When Lila, a worrier, moves to a new town, the what ifs only grow, and she feels alone and invisible until her teacher finds a creative and kind way to make Lila feel welcome and open to new experiences, a lesson that will stay with her long after second grade.

Breaking down the 40-year history of the world's most popular art form, one video game at a timePong. The Legend of Zelda.Final Fantasy VII. Rock Band.Fortnite. Animal Crossing: New Horizons. For each of the 40 years of video game history, there is a defining game, a game that captured the zeitgeist and left a legacy for all games that followed. Through a series of entertaining, informative, and opinionated critical essays, author and tech journalist Jordan Minor investigates, in chronological order, the innovative, genre-bending, and earth-shattering games from 1977 through 2022. Minor explores development stories, critical reception, and legacy, and also looks at how gaming intersects with and eventually influences society at large while reveling in how uniquely and delightfully bizarre even the most famous games tend to be.From portly plumbers to armor-clad space marines and the speedy rodents in between, Video Game of the Year paints individual portraits that, as a whole, give readers a stronger appreciation for the vibrant variety and long-lasting impact of this fresh, exciting, and massively popular art form. 00Illustrated throughout with retro-inspired imagery and featuring contributions from dozens of leading industry voices, including New York Times bestselling author Jason Schreier (Blood, Sweat, and Pixels; Kotaku), Max Scoville (IGN), Rebekah Valentine (IGN), Blessing Adeoye Jr. (Kinda Funny), and Devindra Hardawar (Engadget), this year-by-year anthology is a loving reflection on the world's most popular art form.

"Fifty Places to Travel with Your Dog, the 18th book in the Fifty Places series, will explore all of the domestic and international ways dog owners can celebrate their love for man's best friend. From the dazzling glaciers of Alaska and the onsen's of Japan to the sun-soaked beaches of Portugal, this book takes you on a dog-approved journey of where to stay and how to travel with your beloved furry friend. Enjoy locations such as the ski trails of Mariposa, the gothic architecture of Prague, the chic salons of Paris for a doggy makeover, and the world's first dog cruise--complete with a canine-friendly menu, even a three-course meal! See the world as you've never seen it before--through the eyes of your pup--as Fifty Places to Travel with Your Dog takes you through fun-filled festivals, special dog holidays, and luxurious hotels and retreats that aren't just dog-centric, they are dog approved!"--

READERS LOVE NATURE: Abrams has had continuing success with books that present nature in fresh and intriguing ways.BIRDING IS HOT: News organizations report a surge in interest in birdwatching over the past year and a half.AUTHOR PLATFORM & CONNECTIONS: Laman has more than one million Instagram followers. He also has valuable connections in media: He has published more than 20 features for National Geographic, and he was the cinematographer for leading TV documentaries including Our Planet and Planet Earth II.

CONNECTED AUTHOR: O¿Hanlon is a staff writer for ESPN, has a strong personal platform on social media, and has ties to the Ringer, GQ, FiveThirtyEight, and Shea Serrano.WORLD CUP TIMING: Publication will coincide with the hype train leading up to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, which kicks off in November 2022 and goes through December.MONEYBALL FOR SOCCER: O¿Hanlon offers a groundbreaking, character-rich narrative of how soccer clubs around the world have adopted the analytics revolution that first swept baseball. GLOBAL REACH: Interviews with managers, coaches, and scouts from teams in the Premier League, La Liga, the Bundesliga, and the MLS, as well as multiple national teams give the book international appeal.

A historical graphic novel inspired by the life of Harlem's legendary mobster, Stephanie Saint-ClairQueenie follows the life of Stephanie Saint-Clair¿the infamous criminal who made herself a legend in Harlem in the 1930s. Born on a plantation in the French colony of Martinique, Saint-Clair left the island in 1912 and headed for the United States, eager to make a new life for herself. In New York she found success, rising up through poverty and battling extreme racism to become the ruthless queen of Harlem¿s mafia and a fierce defender of the Black community. A racketeer and a bootlegger, Saint-Clair dedicated her wealth and compassion to the struggling masses of Harlem, giving loans and paying debts to those around her. But with Prohibition ending, and under threat by Italian mobsters seeking to take control of her operation, she launched a merciless war to save her territory and her skin. In an America still swollen by depression and segregation, Saint-Clair understood that her image was a tool she could use to establish her power and wield as a weapon against her opponents. Author Aurelie Levy and illustrator Elizabeth Colombäs meticulous details¿in both story and art¿bring Saint-Clair¿s story to life in a tense narrative, against a sometimes bloody backdrop of jazz and voodoo. The story tackles the themes of colonization, corruption, police violence, and racial identity, but above all, Queenie celebrates the genius of a woman forgotten by history.

INCLUDES RECIPES: Historic pie recipes conclude each chapter of Sweet Land of Liberty, allowing readers to bake through 400 years of history.HOLIDAY GIFT POTENTIAL: With a gifty package timed to publish ahead of Thanksgiving, Sweet Land of Liberty will make a perfect holiday gift for pie bakers (and eaters).STRONG CATEGORY: Pie books tend to be strong sellers in the food and drink category, and we expect the excitement and sales potential will cross into the narrative format as wellAUTHOR PLATFORM: Anastopoulo is very well-connected within the food scene through her job in culinary PR as a blog editor for King Arthur Baking Company, both in Los Angeles, where she¿s based, and in the South; she¿s originally from Charleston, where her family still lives, and she¿s written for Garden & Gun and has connections with the editors at Gravy.

A fairy tale of big waves and even bigger courage, inspired by the personal story of professional surfer Maya Gabeira, who smashed records and gender stereotypesYoung Maya is shy and often feels fragile and scared because of her asthma, except when she's in the water¿it's the one place where she feels strong. While everyone else in her town is scared of "the Beast," the giant wave heard all around the world as it crashes into the shoreline, Maya finds the noise comforting, the curves of the wave soothing. If she could only tame it, then everyone could see all the beauty it has to offer. With a pink surfboard and a determined heart, Maya will be the first girl to meet the Beast head-on. Professional surfer Maya Gabeira, known for surfing Guinness World Record¿breaking big waves, shares her story of resilience, defying expectations of women in sports, and daring to achieve the impossible. Beautifully illustrated by Ramona Kaulitzki, Maya and the Beast is an empowering reminder that every fear can be conquered and every Beast can be tamed.

An illustrated overview of writer/director/animator Mamoru Hosoda's Academy Award-nominated movies and career, including previously unpublished storyboards, background paintings, character designs, and concept artJourney into the mind and creative process of one of the most celebrated anime directors working today

STELLAR TRACK: Moodie has established an incredible global audience spanning from her native Australia to the United States, and they are eager for another must-have title from her.ON-TREND PIECES: From wall hangings to key chains and rugs to pillow covers, there¿s a project for every style, skill level, and interest. POPULAR AND ACCESSIBLE CRAFT: Weaving continues to be trendy; it¿s a great entry craft for beginners, and the possible variations on Moodie¿s projects are numerous, making this appealing to a wide audience.

A tribute to the groundbreaking drag elders who helped pave the way for the queens of todayDrag has officially transcended the underground and exploded into the mainstream. Queens have more media representation than everΓÇöin film, television, music, fashion, and advertising. TheyΓÇÖre everywhere. But how did we get here? It didnΓÇÖt simply happen through the popularity of one TV show, but over decades of perseverance, hard work, and intergenerational support within local drag communities. ItΓÇÖs time to honor the queens who paved the way for the new generation of drag and are still carrying out their work today. Legends of Drag is both a photo book and archive of living drag history. Presenting 80 portraits of these American drag elders alongside anecdotes from their lives, this book provides a queer historical framework with which to consider their work and its cultural contributions. Each portrait is styled with floral elements and has been shot in locations that hold special significance to the local drag community.

From a rising food star, a toast to the art of the dinner partyHosting a dinner party is a special kind of occasion. You welcome old and new friends into your home and gather around the table. You put out platters of food prepared just for that table of people, passing them around until everyone¿s had their fill. This sense of sharing and togetherness feeds more than just bellies. It is what helps us stay connected, form new relationships, and build lasting bonds with our chosen families. During socially distanced times, the perfect dinner party might have felt like a lost art, but in For the Table, up-and-coming food writer Anna Stockwell provides all the tools needed for bringing back the ritual of hosting memorable yet modern dinner parties.Stockwell has written a cookbook for a new way of entertaining that¿s simpler, better, healthier, and more fun. Organized by season and full of helpful hosting advice, Stockwell provides accessible and modern menus; each is built around two large platters to pass around the table and includes suggestions for no-recipe side dishes. Dinner parties don't have to be formal or fussy, or even a lot of work, to be celebratory and gratifying. This book teaches you how to plan and prepare great-tasting and impressive-looking menus that are easy to pull off, as well as offers expert advice on toasts, prep-ahead strategies, and tips on handling guest lists and dietary restrictions. With its mix of innovative food presentation and old-fashioned, homestyle technique, For the Table is a testament to the art of the dinner party and looks forward to the festive dinner gatherings of the future.

A DELICIOUS COCKTAIL OF TWO BELOVED TRENDS: Margarita in Retrograde perfectly blends the enduring trends of astrology and humorous cocktail books with a fun, fresh perspective. IDEAL AUTHORS: Li and Goh are incredibly well-connected, with a network of brand partners and contacts to draw from for promotion, and their bar Mood Ring has already garnered buzz from a range of media outlets. TEQUILA MOCKINGBIRD MEETS CO¿STAR APP: The book speaks to astrology-obsessed Gen Z and millennials with its edgy aesthetic, and the authors¿ expertise lends the recipes creative sophistication.

GARDENING TREASURE TROVE: Both a seasoned gardener and trained artist, Forkner and her expertise gives the book wide appeal. Gardeners of all levels will find both Forkner¿s insights on plants and the book¿s wealth of color knowledge invaluable in planning and planting beautiful gardens.POWERHOUSE INTRODUCTION: Introduction by beloved garden writer Erin Benzakein of Floret Flower Farms, who has offered to help promote the book to her large and passionate fan base of flower lovers.DESIGN APPEAL: Will appeal to gardeners, floral designers, artists, and designers working across a variety of creative disciplines, along with anyone wishing to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature.

The Art of The Batman is the official behind-the-scenes illustrated tie-in book to the highly-anticipated Matt Reeves (Cloverfield, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, War for the Planet of the Apes) film, coming to theaters March 4, 2022. Set during Batman''s second year as a crimefighter, this unique, noir-inspired take on the Dark Knight serves as a return to the character''s roots in detective fiction, crime, and horror and stars Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne, Zoe Kravitz as Catwoman, Paul Dano as the Riddler, Jeffrey Wright as Commissioner Gordon, and Colin Farrell as The Penguin. Readers will get an insider''s look at the film''s production process through character designs, vehicle and gadget designs, background paintings, storyboards, and keyframe art done for the film, alongside original commentary and interviews from the filmmakers, cast, production designer, and conceptual artists.