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The Declaration of Independence states that it is self-evident that we are all created equal. Millions of people in the US, however, are deprived of basic rights merely because they aren't heteronormative. Believing that it's impossible to deny the...

This beautiful book explains the basics of composition and using your camera, but quickly moves on to show you how to try many different flower photography techniques, both indoors and out. Through clear step-by-step guides and stunning examples, it...

The essential photographic guide to Ireland's wildlife. Collins Complete Irish Wildlife describes almost all the mammals, birds, fish and butterflies of Ireland likely to be encountered by the keen amateur naturalist, as well as all the common...

The south coast city of Brighton has long been one of Britain's most famous and influential places, ever since the Prince of Wales, later George IV, began to visit regularly, constructed the Royal Pavilion and thus encouraged its development as a...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781915343314Author Michael O'NeillFormat HardbackPage Count 144Imprint Sona BooksPublisher Danann Media Publishing LimitedWeight(grams) 748gDimensions(mm)...

Every culture likes to party. Traditional celebrations, whether the Hindu Holi Festival or the Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival, have travelled beyond their origins to become international phenomena. Whether seasonal or religious, such holidays represent...

A comprehensive introduction to the styles and techniques of portrait photography. Through simple projects on subjects such as 'Making Self-Portraits' and 'Capturing Personal Moments' as well as captivating profiles of twenty internationally acclaimed...

Bird photography is one of the most challenging genres of photography, and can test even modern high-specification cameras to their limits. This practical book guides you through both how to understand your camera and how to develop your own style and...

52 Assignments: Landscape Photography is a mission brief, a portfolio of photographic workshops, a personalized journal, and an inspirational guide to putting the creativity back into your craft. Small enough to fit in your camera bag, it is filled with...

Once a relatively small rural settlement on the River Clyde, Glasgow expanded dramatically over the centuries to become the largest city in Scotland. From the early eighteenth century, Glasgow prospered as it emerged as one of Britain's principal...

This richly illustrated exploration of the most remarkable London theatres features witty and engaging texts by actor Simon Callow, whose knowledge of the city's dramatic venues is intimate and wide-ranging. One of the most prominent photographers of the...

Over the past decade, tattoos have become one of the most popular forms of visual culture in the world. TTT: Tattoo is a survey of over 300 of the best international tattooers working today, including Duncan X, Tomas Tomas, Scott Campbell, the Leu family...

"Everything you would expect from Collins is here: fraught teenage love; plenty of violence... the themes of friendship, betrayal, authority and oppression will please and thrill" The Guardian "It works...

Stamford has a reputation for being one of England's finest stone towns. It is a happy mix of medieval and Georgian architecture that was untouched by the Industrial Revolution or later large scale developments, so its central core has survived...

This is the complete guide to the local neighbourhoods of London, filled with all the city's best secrets and hidden gems, and now updated with even more great spots! Offering an intimate view of the city, this unique guidebook allows you to explore the...

A New York Times bestseller! "In Jordan Matter's photos, dancers make all the world their stage." -New York Times From Jordan Matter, YouTube star and New York Times-bestselling author of Dancers Among Us, a celebration of what it means to be young and...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE FORTNUM & MASON FOOD AND DRINK AWARDS 2022Selected for Jamie Oliver's Cookbook ClubForget everything you thought you knew about fish cookery with Take One Fish. There are no rules when it comes to cooking fish according to James Beard...

Sheffield city centre suffered heavily in the Luftwaffe attacks of December 1940. More than 660 lives were lost and many houses, buildings, and business premises were destroyed in the city centre. Rebuilding was slow and there were no signs of normality...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9783967041033Author gestaltenFormat HardbackPage Count 288Imprint gestaltenPublisher Die Gestalten Verlag

The first in the City Edition series of books by Trope Publishing Co., Chicago showcases a unique view of one of the most photographed cities in the world by 27 independent photographers from Chicago and beyond. This carefully curated and beautifully...

The work of one of the most influential and innovative hat designers of this century. Philip Treacy's career over the last two decades has been prolific and high-profile. A visual delight, this book shares Treacy's favorite designs in 250 striking...

In Chicago, the Bears's grip on the city spans generations and cultures, endures disappointments, and impels celebration of triumphs great and small. From the team's humble beginnings to its century-long status as the flagship NFL franchise, the Chicago...

It's time to refresh your creativity with this lively exploration of photography at the cutting edge. There's always a new angle with which to shoot your subject, a different shade of light to capture or a completely new genre to try out, so there's...

This is a 'workshop in a book' to follow at your own pace, from UK authors Ben Hall and Ross Hoddinott, two of the UK's leading natural-history photographers. It is suitable for any level of expertise plus reader assignments to promote practical learning...

The north Norfolk coastal towns of Cromer and Sheringham, roughly 4 miles apart, were both small fishing villages until their development in the nineteenth century. Cromer became a fashionable resort and the arrival of the railways spurred growth in...

Cromer & Sheringham History Tour is a unique insight into the illustrious history of the North Norfolk coast. The two towns were once small fishing villages and were reinvented in the nineteenth century as seaside resorts. Michael Rouse guides the...

Limerick, Ireland's third most populous city, has a rich and vibrant history stretching back to its foundation by the Vikings. The last two centuries have brought great changes which are uniquely captured in this collection of archive images. Historian...

**THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER** A deeply moving and brilliantly idiosyncratic visual book of days by the National Book Award-winning author of Just Kids and M Train. More than 365 images chart Smith's singular aesthetic - inspired by her wildly...

In celebration of the world's favorite animal, we bring you over 400 photographs of or about dogs. With pictures from the 19th century to today, the collection includes works by Man Ray, Eric Fischl, Wolfgang Tillmans, Donna Ruskin, Fatima NeJame,...

A history of beloved cricket grounds from around the world. Using a Then and Now format, historic pictures of cricket grounds are paired with their modern-day equivalent to show the dramatic changes that have taken place. Cricket Grounds Then...

See the animal kingdom in all its glory, from jellyfish to polar bears, with up-close details of their unique features from head to toe. Filled with magnificent photographs that were specially commissioned for this book and cannot be seen anywhere else...

In the years when it became clear that steelmaking on Teesside was coming to an end, Mike Guess decided to record the end of an era as 150 years of industrial history came to a close. After Sahaviriya Steel Industries had rescued the site in 2011,...

Now available in Paperback. Get up close and personal with the world's best street photographers as they capture the drama of everyday life at 1/125 of a second. Prowl pavements and back alleys, encountering comic absurdities, small acts of kindness and...

St Albans History Tour is a unique guide to the illustrious past of this delightful city in southern Hertfordshire. As one of the earliest recorded cities in Britain, St Albans has had a long, colourful and distinguished history. Dominated by the great...

In Vogue is a fascinating look at the history of the world's most influential magazine. The complete compendium is illustrated with hundreds of covers and archival interiors of past Vogue editions, featuring the work of some of the twentieth century's...

Puffins, the breathtaking new book from internationally renowned photographer Kevin Morgans, celebrates the iconic Atlantic puffin and its place in the ecology of the British Isles. With their brightly coloured beaks, quirky personalities and comical...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780995639485Author Matt WingettFormat PaperbackImprint Life is AmazingPublisher Life is Amazing

Dachas – countryside houses, built from wood – are largely unknown outside the post-Soviet states. Photographer Fyodor Savintsev has documented these important architectural forms, creating a unique record of a vanishing world. A ‘dacha’ is a country...

Swindon's unusual history as a large industrial town in the heart of Wiltshire has defined its townscape for the last 200 years. The town is largely the creation of the nineteenth century, built around the Great Western Railway's Works, but it...

The photography collected in A View from the Top may have arisen out of a desire to document a singular body of work-the Viewpoint Collection. Through Kelley's eye, lens, and postproduction choices, however, it advances the very way that buildings can be...