Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2003
ISBN 10: 1858942055 ISBN 13: 9781858942056
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. With the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, in 1997, Kensington Palace, her London home, became known throughout the world. But as an architectural gem, a repository of great works of art, a favoured home of kings and queens, the scene of many major events in English history, for many it remains to be discovered. In 1689 King William III and his wife, Mary, bought the modest early seventeenth-century house from the Earl of Nottingham. Under them and their successors the greatest architects and craftsmen in Britain - Christopher Wren, Nicholas Hawksmoor and William Kent among them - transformed it into a royal palace complete with magnificent gardens. But for all its splendour and importance, the architecture and history of Kensington Palace reflect its use for the more private side of royal life: here the monarch retreated from government business at Westminster, and the court and royal family enjoyed their house, gardens and the cream of their collections in an atmosphere of relative informality. Beautifully illustrated with antiquarian material, paintings, historic plans, new photography and specially prepared reconstructions, The Official Illustrated History tells the fascinating story of Kensington Palace from its origins to the present day. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2007
ISBN 10: 1858944015 ISBN 13: 9781858944012
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. In the mid-1930s, Stephen Mitchell & Son, a cigarette manufacturer based in Scotland, joined the craze for producing cigarette cards. The firm created 'The World of Tomorrow', an imaginative series of cards that set out to forecast the future. Each of the 50 cards uses a specially commissioned illustration or a still from a contemporary science fiction film to make a significant prediction about the way people will be living in years to come: the transport they will be using; the houses they will be building; the offices in which they will be working; and the modes of communication and sources of energy they will be employing. What is astounding, some 70 years on, is the extent to which these often amusing predictions have come true. This novel gift book reproduces all 50 cards and juxtaposes them with a photograph of today's equivalent technology, proving just how amazingly accurate the original predictions were. It brings together 50 fascinating predictions of the future made in the mid-1930s, from space travel to the advent of e-mail. It is a highly original gift book for readers of all ages. It is engagingly written by a leading creative director, whose work in the field of advertising has won him numerous awards. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2007
ISBN 10: 1858944147 ISBN 13: 9781858944142
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. At last: a book packed with addictive automotive trivia aimed at every car fan worldwide. Intended to be dipped into (although inevitably read from cover to cover, in the best tradition of all good reference books), Chapman's Car Compendium takes the reader on a fascinating global journey of bumper-to-bumper facts and other miscellanea. What is the brake horsepower of the 10 most powerful cars available today? In which 69 countries worldwide do cars drive on the left? What are the funniest bumper stickers to have been spotted on cars in America? The answers to these and over 250 other questions will inform and amuse the car lover everywhere, making this the perfect gift for husbands, boyfriends, fathers, sons - and oneself. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2005
ISBN 10: 185894306X ISBN 13: 9781858943060
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. For anyone interested in contemporary architecture, this book, illustrated in colour throughout, describes and evaluates all RIBA award-winning projects of 2005 by both established and emerging practices. It also includes full coverage of the RIBA Worldwide Awards and special features on the buildings short listed for the Stirling Prize. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2002
ISBN 10: 1858941741 ISBN 13: 9781858941745
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell (2006), London, 2006
ISBN 10: 1858943213 ISBN 13: 9781858943213
Hardcover. Condition: Numerous color photos. Dust Jacket Included. hardcover small quarto, 224pp., Fine in Fine dust jacket.
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Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 1998
ISBN 10: 1858940478 ISBN 13: 9781858940472
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Always well-loved but frequently little-known, the collections in this guide from museums and galleries up and down the country are outstanding in their variety and quality'. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2002
ISBN 10: 1858941784 ISBN 13: 9781858941783
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2010
ISBN 10: 1858945143 ISBN 13: 9781858945149
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Wine is a product of the land, made by dedicated producers in intriguing places all over the world. This stylish new book invites the reader to explore those regions and thus understand how a particular wine evolves from where and when it is created. Experienced wine writer Rosalind Cooper reveals how the vine grows through the year, and for each month, she focuses on a particular aspect of wine: for example, how it is made; vintages and vats; or how to choose the ultimate selection for your home cellar.There are mouth-watering menus to match to wine choices, and atmospheric accounts of where to travel to experience at first hand the most significant parts of the world of wine. Fairs and festivals where the wine lover can celebrate in style are also featured, and each chapter concludes with a fascinating profile of a key wine producer, from Stephane Tsassis of Champagne Laurent-Perrier to Peter Gago, Chief Winemaker of Penfolds, Australia. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2005
ISBN 10: 1858943132 ISBN 13: 9781858943138
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Well-illustrated book concentrating on customized motorcycle art and featuring stunning examples from the best bike artists from around the world. Includes photographs of painted bikes and close-up details of the artwork as well as profiles of individual artist, studios or specialist bike shops including contact details. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2006
ISBN 10: 1858943566 ISBN 13: 9781858943565
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. In our fast-paced lives many of us seek a sanctuary of order, calm and comfort in which to relax. This compact book brings together a stunning selection of contemporary interiors, from a coolly minimalist penthouse apartment in London to a Mallorcan retreat employing local materials, and from a clapboard house in New England to a steel-and-glass new-build in Hanover. Such diversity reflects the variety found in contemporary living spaces, yet these interiors share many of the qualities we find most appealing when planning - or simply imagining - our own ideal home. The creative yet restrained use of materials, colour, texture and light combine with an attention to detail and quality in these homes to offer the perfect source of inspiration. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2009
ISBN 10: 1858944945 ISBN 13: 9781858944944
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The British motor industry has created many of the world's landmark car designs. Its famous names - Jaguar, Bentley, AC, Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin - are inextricably linked with some of the most recognized and coveted cars ever made. Now in an unabridged compact edition, this beautifully presented book gathers together more than 50 of the most significant British cars designed between 1907 and the present. With an introduction describing the often tortuous story of British motoring and its great marques, a succinct description of each car's history, design and performance, and unparalleled images by one of the world's foremost car photographers, this book is an authoritative tribute to the nation that gave the world the sports car. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Merrell (2006), London, 2006
ISBN 10: 1858943353 ISBN 13: 9781858943350
Soft Cover. Condition: Numerous color photos. Paperback, Quarto, 171pp., As New.
Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2008
ISBN 10: 1858943779 ISBN 13: 9781858943770
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell Holberton, London, 1994
ISBN 10: 1858940036 ISBN 13: 9781858940038
Seller: Priceless Books, Urbana, IL, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: VG. 320pp. Extremities lightly rubbed; bottom of spine bumped. Illus.; biblio.; index.
Published by Merrell (2005), London, 2005
ISBN 10: 1858942810 ISBN 13: 9781858942810
Hardcover. Condition: Numerous color photos. Dust Jacket Included. hardcover Quarto, 272pp., Fine in Fine dust jacket.
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Published by Merrell (2005), London, 2005
ISBN 10: 1858942748 ISBN 13: 9781858942742
Hardcover. Condition: Numerous color photos. Dust Jacket Included. hardcover Quarto, 240pp., Fine in Fine dust jacket.
Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 1998
ISBN 10: 1858940486 ISBN 13: 9781858940489
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Traditionally thought of as a way to satisfy the ego of heads of businesses or public sector organisatio ns, works of art seen in public spaces are now enjoying moun ting popularity as younger artists see their creation as an opportunity to make a mark. '. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2005
ISBN 10: 1858942977 ISBN 13: 9781858942971
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This inspirational sourcebook of contemporary interiors of all styles from across the globe is an essential reference for anyone wanting to turn their dream home into reality. Featured projects from North America to southern Africa, Tuscany and Provence to Mallorca and Morocco are described, accompanied by photographs. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2012
ISBN 10: 1858945712 ISBN 13: 9781858945712
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Ask almost anyone to describe their ideal home, and the chances are that it'll be spacious and glamorously decorated, as though it has leapt straight from the pages of a glossy magazine. But enviable decor alone does not result in happiness. The days of simply 'getting the look' are over; we are now more interested in achieving a contented home life than in considering purely the aesthetics of our interiors. After all, home is not simply a pretty backdrop to life, but a practical and integral part of it. In this timely new book, interiors expert Rebecca Winward first considers what makes our homes so vital to our happiness, then outlines the basic principles that create a happy home. The main part of the book follows a clear room-by-room arrangement, with sections on such elements as layout, colour, coverings for walls and floors, storage and accessories for each main space in the house. Useful, down-to-earth advice is accompanied by inspirational photographs from stylish homes of all kinds, and every chapter concludes with a list of dos and don'ts for achieving the perfect happy room. Happy Home is not so much about a certain style as about a certain style philosophy. Follow these principles, and your home will be functional, beautiful - and ultimately happier. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2006
ISBN 10: 1858943493 ISBN 13: 9781858943497
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Everyone has an idea of their own dream home, whether it be a minimally furnished apartment overlooking a city skyline or an informal and colourful retreat in the sun. Whatever your dream, this bestselling book - now available in paperback for the first time - presents 100 inspirational interiors of all styles from around the globe, from New England to Mallorca and from Provence to South Africa. Alongside the work of many of the world's most talented interior designers are homes that have been imaginatively transformed by the vision and commitment of their owners. "Dream Homes" features 100 inspirational homes, the key characteristics of which are compellingly described by leading interiors writer Johanna Thornycroft and stunningly illustrated with over 800 photographs by world-renowned interiors photographer Andreas von Einsiedel. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2008
ISBN 10: 1858944368 ISBN 13: 9781858944364
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. In the late 1950s, throughout the 1960s and into the 1970s, such artists as Margaret Keane, Gig and Maio created a new kind of mass-produced art known as 'big eye'. Now big-eye art has undergone a major revival, but with a twist: the wide-eyed, endearing waifs of the earlier movement have transformed into fairies, mermaids, demons and myriad otherworldly beings, including the famous 'Blythe' doll. This extraordinary book showcases the dazzling works of over 20 of today's most significant big-eye artists, offering an insight into a fantastical, sometimes bizarre, metaphysical world. Including over 150 captivating images, this book is a fascinating introduction to a cult art form, providing biographies, contact details and website addresses of the featured artists. It is a must-have for collectors of big-eye and Japanese anime and manga art and dolls, fans of fantasy and Gothic culture, and anyone interested in pop culture. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2011
ISBN 10: 1858945275 ISBN 13: 9781858945279
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. We'd all like a limitless budget for interior decoration, but few of us enjoy that luxury. We tend to fill our homes with a range of unrelated furnishings acquired over a number of years, and hope that somehow everything will work together. Tackling the tricky - and common - problem of combining furnishings of different styles and from various sources and periods, The Vintage/Modern Home demonstrates how to make the most of what you have in an achievable yet stylish way. Whether they are prized antiques, second-hand discoveries or high-street pieces, this indispensable book describes how to bring together old and new, inexpensive and precious with both subtlety and flair. Exploring examples of successful 'vintage/modern' looks in real homes, interiors expert Katherine Sorrell offers a wealth of creative solutions and practical tips, from using colour and texture to unify a scheme, to choosing the right accessories to make the maximum impact. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2005
ISBN 10: 1858945151 ISBN 13: 9781858945156
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Some find the constant scrutiny an unwelcome intrusion; others use fashion as their secret weapon. Whatever their views, women in politics know they will be judged by how they dress more than their male counterparts. In Power Dressing, fashion journalist Robb Young offers an engaging perspective on the ability of style to influence the careers of women politicians and first ladies. Concise thematic chapters are interspersed with profiles of more than 50 serving and former women presidents, prime ministers, MPs, royals and wives from over 30 countries, ranging from such contemporary figures as Michelle Obama, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, Angela Merkel and Queen Rania of Jordan to such iconic women as Eva Peron, Imelda Marcos and Margaret Thatcher. Featuring hundreds of photographs that shed light on political context, and quotations from prominent figures commenting on each woman's style, this fascinating book reveals the milestone 'fashion moments' as well as the unspoken rules of the political fashion game. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2006
ISBN 10: 185894323X ISBN 13: 9781858943237
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Kew Palace is Britain's smallest royal palace, and stands in the Royal Botanic Gardens, South-West London. Built in 1631 as a merchant's house, it later became the home of George III and a place for the 'mad' king to recuperate. The grounds are a centre for botanical study shaped among others by 'Capabitility Brown'. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2000
ISBN 10: 1858941067 ISBN 13: 9781858941066
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The Tower of London is one of the most famous historic monuments in the world, conjuring up images of towering battlements, arms and armour, ravens, the Crown Jewels, Yeoman Warders and Norman architecture. Beautifully illustrated with paintings, new photography and new reconstructions at key points in history, this official illustrated history tells the Tower's story. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2013
ISBN 10: 1858945887 ISBN 13: 9781858945880
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. In the fickle world of fashion, little is certain except the sure knowledge that fashions come and go, and today's unfashionable styles are likely to be back in vogue tomorrow. Bikinis, Bell-bottoms and Little Black Dresses chronicles the most influential, exciting and shocking items of clothing of the last 100 years. The trench coat, the trainer and the miniskirt, to name only three, have all changed the way we think about our dress. Fashion journalist Kate Mulvey charts the evolution of 70 key garments, investigating how their individual stories have helped shape the course of fashion history. Each entry traces the origins of an unforgettable item of clothing, and explores the moment it first made an impact on the world fashion stage, as well as the garments that developed out of it, the personalities who wore it, and its continuing popularity today. With illustrations sourced from fashion features, catwalk shots, advertisements and film stills, Bikinis, Bell-bottoms and Little Black Dresses is an entertaining, stylish overview of modern dress that will thrill fashionistas everywhere. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2002
ISBN 10: 1858941776 ISBN 13: 9781858941776
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2006
ISBN 10: 1858943183 ISBN 13: 9781858943183
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This title features all the new cars launched worldwide from April 2005 to March 2006. Also included are special features on Italian car design and the latest in dashboard design, profiles of the industry's leading designers, a full technical glossary and a list of all the motor shows in the year ahead. For the fifth yearbook, Stephen Newbury also assesses the recent evolution of design styles, from retro to 'soft'; of concept types, from SUVs to sports cars; and of new interior materials and exterior colours. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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Published by Merrell Publishers Ltd, United Kingdom, London, 2005
ISBN 10: 1858943086 ISBN 13: 9781858943084
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Features over sixty remarkable projects in which school children thoughout Britain have commissioned pioneering concepts from a dazzling array of international designers and architects, including Richard Rogers Partnership, Paul Smith, Will Allsop, Marks Barfield,Thomas Heatherwick,Wolff Olins, Conran & Partners, Priestman Goode and Kevin McCloud The first scheme worldwide in which client teams of children have engaged today's leading designers to respond to their everyday needs and concerns Engagingly describes and illustrates an inspiring range of projects that deal with the built environment, communications, storage, colour, clothing and identity in schools Coincides with a major exhibition of all the projects at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, in February-March 2005 Essential reading for designers, architects, teachers and anyone who cares about the environment in which our children learn. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.