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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

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

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

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-

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

Horizon: An American Saga Is Kevin Costner’s beautiful and complex look at the settling of the West, exploring the lure of the frontier and how it was won—and lost—through the blood, sweat and tears of many. Channeling classic Western photography with gorgeous images in both black-and-white and color, photographer Cale Glendening offers a deeper look into each of the characters of Horizon. Shoot

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

Susan Sontag's On Photography is a seminal and groundbreaking work on the subject. Susan Sontag's groundbreaking critique of photography asks forceful questions about the moral and aesthetic issues surrounding this art form. Photographs are everywhere, and the 'insatiability of the photographing eye' has profoundly altered our relationship with the world.

Many designers, from jewellers to architects, use folding techniques to make three-dimensional forms from two-dimensional sheets of fabric, cardboard, plastic, metal and other materials. This unique handbook explains key folding techniques, such as pleated surfaces, curved folding and crumpling. It has been updated with a new chapter covering some lesser-known techniques, suggesting yet more cr

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A life-altering journey through the science of neuroaesthetics, which offers proof for how our brains and bodies transform when we participate in the arts—and how this knowledge can improve our health, enable us to flourish, and build stronger communities. “This book blew my mind!”—Angela Duckworth, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Grit A BLOOM

Combine your love for theater, tarot, and iconic art with The Hirschfeld Broadway Tarot, a deluxe, one-of-a kind deck that "casts" Broadway icons in traditional tarot roles, complete with the iconic art of Al Hirschfeld. There is something innately spiritual and magical about the theater, from its stories and artists to the magic that happens on stage. Emily McGill, a spiritual practitioner, t

This newly expanded book on Louis Icart - one of France's most well known art deco artists - now includes a section on his oil paintings, as well as over 512 different etchings, painstakingly acquired and photographed. Particular attention has been given to the early years (1911-1924), when Icart was a relatively unknown artist and his edition sizes were small. With few exceptions, the book contai

Kanthas, embroidered fabrics traditionally created by the women of northern India and Bangladesh, capture culture, history, and stitching creativity in their layers of repurposed old cloth. This book reveals the beauty in kantha's simplicity--it is based on simple running stitch--and offers step-by-step instructions that enable today's textile artists to enjoy it. Kanthas were originally created f

A follow-up to the best-selling Friends: The Official Advent Calendar, this all-new advent calendar book is filled with fun Friends surprises and will encourage you to celebrate the holidays with friends along with Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey, and Phoebe. Friends: The Official Advent Calendar (2021 Edition) takes readers back to even more iconic moments from the beloved hit show. The seq

Harry Potter: The Film Vault compiles the filmmaking secrets and visionary artistry behind the Harry Potter films into a series of twelve deluxe collectible volumes. Each intricately designed book features gorgeous concept art and unit photography from the Warner Bros. archive paired with striking insights about bringing JK Rowling's Wizarding World to the big screen. In addition, a collectible po

Harry Potter: The Film Vault compiles the filmmaking secrets and visionary artistry behind the Harry Potter films into a series of twelve deluxe collectible volumes. Each intricately designed book features gorgeous concept art and unit photography from the Warner Bros. archive paired with striking insights about bringing JK Rowling's Wizarding World to the big screen. In addition, a collectible po

Harry Potter: The Film Vault compiles the filmmaking secrets and visionary artistry behind the Harry Potter films into a series of twelve deluxe collectible volumes. Each intricately designed book features gorgeous concept art and unit photography from the Warner Bros. archive paired with striking insights about bringing JK Rowling's Wizarding World to the big screen. In addition, a collectible po

The Harry Potter Film Vault series condenses the rich concept art of the Harry Potter film series into twelve collectible volumes.Harry Potter: The Film Vault compiles the filmmaking secrets and visionary artistry behind the Harry Potter films into a series of twelve deluxe collectible volumes. Each intricately designed book features gorgeous concept art and unit photography from the Warner Bros.

The Harry Potter Film Vault series condenses the rich concept art of the Harry Potter film series into twelve collectible volumes.Harry Potter: The Film Vault compiles the filmmaking secrets and visionary artistry behind the Harry Potter films into a series of twelve deluxe collectible volumes. Each intricately designed book features gorgeous concept art and unit photography from the Warner Bros.