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Capturing grace Her American Girl in Italy–the street scene with the whistling Italians–is an icon. Now sensational negatives and slides have surfaced from the archive that reveal a little-known side of Ruth Orkin: that of the sensitive, interested, witty chronicler of the women’s world of the 1940s and 1950s. Orkin thought up editorials like the tongue-in-cheek reportage Who works harder? comp

Go behind the scenes of the beloved Harry Potter films and discover the mysteries of Hogwarts with Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Hogwarts, your miniature visual guide to the most legendary school of magic in the world. Meet students and teachers, explore the castle and grounds, and learn everything there is to know about the famous school and its history on-screen. This pocket-sized collectible

Famed German type designer renders 493 symbols: religious, alchemical, imperial, runes, property marks, etc. Timeless.

Experience the Wizarding World like never before through the 100 objects that make the films of Harry Potter magical. From Harry´s Nimbus 2000 Quidditch broom to Hermione´s Time-Turner to the Sorting Hat, beautiful images and behind-the-scenes stories explain and explore each iconic artifact. Harry Potter in 100 Objects explores the Wizarding World through 100 significant objects. Through beautif

Go behind the scenes of the Wizarding World in this in-depth guide to the making of the on-screen magical creatures from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films. For the first time, fans can learn about the conception and creation of the Basilisk, Bowtruckles, Zouwu, and more in this comprehensive, fully updated and expanded edition of Harry Potter: The Creature Vault.Harry Potter: Creatures o

The groundbreaking casting of Nichelle Nichols as Lt. Uhura in 1966 took women and people of color into a newly imagined future. But it was the 1960s and she had to do it in a miniskirt. Since then, each Star Trek show has both reflected the values of its time and imagined a future in which all genders were equal. In her first book, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine star Nana Visitor sets out to discover

Experience The Shop as never before through behind-the-scenes anecdotes, insights from the hosts and guests, stunning photography, and unforgettable quotes from culture-leading athletes, artists, and entrepreneurs—all giving an in-depth look at the real, unfiltered, empowering conversations that only happen within the walls of The Shop. You've watched them talk, laugh, and debate on The Shop, a s

The Westeros Cookbook enables you to recreate the mouthwatering meals enjoyed by your favorite characters in the iconic TV shows, with regionally themed chapters such as “The Crownlands” and “The Westerlands & The Iron Islands”.RENOWNED RECIPE DEVELOPERS: Super-fans Joanne Bourne and “Geeky Chef” Cassandra Reeder brings their passion and knowledge to transform the fictional dishes of the seven kin

Inspired by the events seen in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, this book is a charming journey through key scenes from the film, showing Harry’s journey from the Cupboard Under the Stairs to full-fledged Gryffindor. The all-new, beautifully detailed, immersive illustrations and clever paper engineering will amaze fans of all ages. Engineered for delight, six spreads invite readers to activa

Following the huge international success of House of the Dragon season one, HBO’s acclaimed series returns for a second season. Author Gina McIntyre, who wrote Insight’s best-selling book on season one, Game of Thrones: House of the Dragon: Inside the Creation of a Targaryen Dynasty, has returned to the set at Leavesden Studios near London to chronicle the making of season two, receiving unprecede

Dive into the Wizarding World and reimagine your favorite characters—Harry, Ron, Hermione, Luna, Hagrid, and more—as popular Funko Pops! A complete guide to all Harry Potter Funko Pops to date, The World of Funko: Harry Potter pairs striking full-color images, new photography, and fun facts, exclusive interviews with key creatives and artists, and so much more, making it the ultimate collectible f

Gather your fellowship and retrace the remarkable journey from the Shire to Mordor with this detailed and in-depth exploration of Peter Jackson’s timeless Lord of the Rings trilogy. From Tolkien’s original story to the actors’ anecdotal experiences, to its cultural impact on the entire world, this book will captivate every fan of the One Ring. Now, for the first time in history, Polygon’s Year of

Behold the stunningly stylized renderings of Godzilla and the many monsters from Monster Island in this one-of-a kind collectible. Delve into the lore of the monster with fascinating information and insightful analysis written by an expert in Godzilla’s history, while coming face-to-face with the creature in stunning 3-D. Featuring expanding flaps, pull-tab attacks, and one of the tallest pop-ups

The Sopranos?is widely regarded as one of the greatest television shows of all time. Now, in honor of its 25th anniversary, this expansive volume explores the seminal series and the stories behind the stories through a plethora of photographs, archival materials, and exclusive one-on-one interviews with show creator, David Chase, key crewmembers, and cast, including Edie Falco, Lorraine Bracco, St

Tune in to receive unheard-of access, as Brian Levant and Fred Fox Jr. chronicle life on set and examine the evolution of a television show that made history. Explore season by season with never-before-seen photographs, private anecdotes, and rare interviews with the creators, cast, and crew of the show. A PHOTOGRAPHIC TREASURE TROVE: This coffee-table art book includes stunning, full-color photos

From basic curses and jinxes to Dark creatures like the Basilisk, Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Dark Arts is your miniature visual guide to the darker side of Wizarding World magic, illustrated by concept art and unit photography from the set.This pocket-sized collectible volume is an ideal resource for both experienced fans and a new generation of folks looking to expand their knowledge of the o

Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Characters is your miniature guide to the Wizarding World’s spellbinding citizens and their journey to the silver screen. This lavishly illustrated book chronicles how these beloved characters were brought to life for the films, with detailed profiles of Harry Potter, Lord Voldemort, Newt Scamander, and dozens more.This pocket-sized collectible is filled with behind-

Each broom has a story of its own, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Brooms is your miniature visual guide to these iconic flying artifacts as seen in the films. Profiles feature in-depth information on the lore of each broom, stunning photography of the original props used in the films, insights from cast and crew, and other production secrets straight from the set.Fascinating entries on Quiddit

Each wand is as unique as the wizard or witch that wields it, and Harry Potter: The Mini Book of Wands is your miniature visual guide to these iconic spellcasting artifacts as seen in the films.. Profiles feature in-depth information on the lore of each wand, stunning illustrations of the original props, insights from cast and crew, and other production secrets from the filmmakers’ archives.This p

Inspired by the events seen in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, this book is a charming journey through key scenes from the film, showing Harry’s journey from the Cupboard Under the Stairs to full-fledged Gryffindor. The all-new, beautifully detailed, immersive illustrations and clever paper engineering will amaze fans of all ages. Engineered for delight, six spreads invite readers to a