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A classically trained countertenor who sang with his high school
choir, Dee remembers the day he decided he was "not gonna take it"
and stopped caring what people thought about him. Following in the
footsteps of his idols Alice Cooper and Black Sabbath, Dee jumped
from band to band until he met Jay Jay French and Twisted Sister.
But it wasn't until he met his costume-designing soul-mate Suzette
that they developed his unique style. Dee's hard work finally paid
off with an impressive resume that includes: a monster hit record;
smash MTV videos; a long-running radio show, "The House of Hair";
appearances in film (Pee Wee's Big Adventure, Howard Stern's
Private Parts, StrangeLand) and television (Growing Up Twisted,
Celebrity Apprentice); and a starring role in Broadway's Rock of
Ages. He even authored a teenage survival guide that was required
reading in Russia! Filled with entertaining anecdotes and candid
confessions, Shut Up and Give Me the Miketakes you through the good
times and bad with a heavy metal star who worked as hard as he
played, and who did it all for his wife, four kids, and millions of
"SMF " (Sick Mother F******) fans.
This is not a book of facts; itâs a book of âfactsâ. Should
you finish it believing we became the planetâs dominant species
because predators found us too smelly to eat; or that the living
bloodline of Christ is a family of Japanese garlic farmers â
well, thatâs on you. Why are we here? Do ghosts exist? Did life
on Earth begin after a badly tidied-up picnic? Was it just an
iceberg that sank the Titanic? Are authors stealing their plotlines
from the future? Will we ever talk to animals? And why, when
youâre in the shower, does the shower curtain always billow in
towards you? We donât know the answers to any of these questions.
But donât worry, no matter what questions you have, you can bet
on the fact that there is someone (or something) out there,
investigating it on your behalf. From the sports stars who use
cosmic energy to office plants investigating murders, The Theory of
Everything Else will act as a handbook for those who want to think
differently.
A stunning illustrated edition of the magical bestseller - a
perfect gift for Christmas! Winner of the Waterstones Children's
Book Prize Winner of the British Book Awards Children's Book of the
Year Shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award Shortlisted for the
Jhalak Prize Beautiful, thrilling and magical, Sunday Times
bestselling-author Kiran Millwood Hargrave's critically-acclaimed
first novel is a modern classic. 'Absolutely loved it from start to
finish' TOM FLETCHER 'I read it, I loved it' MALORIE BLACKMAN
'Kiran Millwood Hargrave creates a spellbinding world of magic,
myth and adventure' EMMA CARROLL Forbidden to leave her island,
Isabella dreams of the faraway lands her cartographer father once
mapped. When her friend disappears, she volunteers to guide the
search. The world beyond the walls is a monster-filled wasteland -
and beneath the dry rivers and smoking mountains, a fire demon is
stirring from its sleep. Soon, following her map, her heart and an
ancient myth, Isabella discovers the true end of her journey: to
save the island itself. A beautifully written, multi award-winning
story of friendship, discovery, myths and magic for any age -
perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Frances Hardinge or Katherine
Rundell A perfect gift for Christmas, illustrated in colour by Olia
Muza, and featuring a bonus chapter From the author of Julia and
the Shark, Leila and the Blue Fox and The Mercies, chosen for the
Richard & Judy Book Club Set in an extensive and
stunningly-imagined parallel world imbued with magical realism
Sasol Eerste Veldgids tot Algemene Voels van Suider-Afrika bied n
fassinerende blik op die voellewe van die streek. Met behulp van
volkleurfoto's en verspreidingskaarte, asook maklik leesbare teks,
sal die jong volwassene en ontluikende natuurliefhebber die meer
algemene voelspesies in Suider-Afrika kan identifi seer, kan
vasstel waar hulle leef, en meer te wete kom oor hul unieke vreet-
en broeigewoontes.
Lose yourself in this incredible collection of art from the
ultra-popular Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba anime! The incredible
designs and thrilling animation of global smash hit Demon Slayer:
Kimetsu no Yaiba have cemented its place as one of the most popular
anime series of all time! The Art of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
the Anime collects a wide variety of art, illustrations, and
production material from the show, artfully crafted by popular
animation studio ufotable. The book includes over 300 illustrations
primarily created for the Tanjiro Kamado Unwavering Resolve arc and
features an exclusive cover illustration by Akira Matsushima,
character designer and chief animation director for the series.
For the last 50 years, Clive James has been writing remarkable
songs - witty, moving, sometimes satirical, often thrillingly
poetic - with his musical partner, Pete Atkin. They've written more
than 200 together, releasing the first album of their work in 1970
and the last in 2015. John Peel loved them. So did Kenny Everett.
Stephen Fry is a huge fan. And Clive himself believes these songs
are the best things he's ever done. Loose Canon explores the
sparkling lyrics and brilliantly memorable tunes that have won
Clive and Pete a fanatical cult following but still managed to
remain the British music industry's best-kept secret. Stephen Fry
has written an incredibly generous and enthusiastic foreword.
From a renowned illustrator of DC and Marvel comic books, an engaging full-color instruction book for teens and adults alike.
This is an art instruction book filled with original, full-color art and step-by-step instructional texts, teaching burgeoning artists of all ages how to conceptualize, design, and draw their own science-fiction characters, good and evil, from fantastical realms of their imagination – including how to colorize characters, draw anatomical poses, and create inventive costumes. The book will also feature supplementary inspirational images culled from movies, TV, history, and pop culture.
From the same author as the bestselling How to Draw Sci-Fi Utopias and Dystopias, Prentis Rollins, veteran illustrator of DC and Marvel Comics, teaches artists of all ages the fundamentals of drawing imaginative ‘good’ and ‘evil’ science-fiction characters.
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'A burst of springtime joy' Daily
Telegraph 'A springboard for ideas about art, space, time and
light' The Times 'Lavishly illustrated' Guardian David Hockney
reflects upon life and art as he experiences lockdown in rural
Normandy On turning eighty, David Hockney sought out rustic
tranquility for the first time: a place to watch the sunset and the
change of the seasons; a place to keep the madness of the world at
bay. So when Covid-19 and lockdown struck, it made little
difference to life at La Grande Cour, the centuries-old Normandy
farmhouse where Hockney set up a studio a year before, in time to
paint the arrival of spring. In fact, he relished the enforced
isolation as an opportunity for even greater devotion to his art.
Spring Cannot be Cancelled is an uplifting manifesto that affirms
art's capacity to divert and inspire. It is based on a wealth of
new conversations and correspondence between Hockney and the art
critic Martin Gayford, his long-time friend and collaborator. Their
exchanges are illustrated by a selection of Hockney's new,
unpublished Normandy iPad drawings and paintings alongside works by
van Gogh, Monet, Bruegel, and others. We see how Hockney is
propelled ever forward by his infectious enthusiasms and sense of
wonder. A lifelong contrarian, he has been in the public eye for
sixty years yet remains entirely unconcerned by the view of critics
or even history. He is utterly absorbed by his four acres of
northern France and by the themes that have fascinated him for
decades: light, colour, space, perception, water, trees. He has
much to teach us, not only about how to see... but about how to
live.
Star Wars: The Blueprints brings together the original technical
drawings from deep within the Lucasfilm Archives. Combined with
commentary from J. W. Rinzler, the collection maps in precise,
vivid, and intricate detail the genesis of one of the most enduring
onscreen stories. Special features: more than 250 blueprints; more
than 500 photographs and illustrations; and, ten gatefolds.
World-renowned YTL Hotels' classic collection of hotels and
lodgings exemplifies the very best of bespoke hospitality from
Europe to Southeast Asia and China. Its unique sense of place and
historical significance celebrates the essence of style. This book
seeks to showcase the company's commitment to its heritage
properties in a meaningful and creative manner. Explore the streets
of two UNESCO World Heritage sites - Malaysia's historic Malacca
(Melaka) and the UK's Bath Spa - from The Majestic Malacca and the
newly-opened The Gainsborough Bath Spa; stroll the bund in Shanghai
from The Swatch Art Peace Hotel; enjoy the glamour of The Majestic
Hotel Kuala Lumpur once more at the heart of the city's old
colonial area; or if rural pursuits are on your agenda we offer a
sojourn at Cameron Highlands Resort, resplendent in the cool climes
of Malaysia's tea plantations, or three quaint cottages in the
quintessential English country village of Bray-upon-Thames in the
county of Royal Berkshire. Each of these properties has been
selected for its locale, history and architecture in much the same
way as a curator presents an exhibition.Courteous personal service
is a company hallmark with guidance from a concierge service,
private butler or guest relations' officer at each location. With
minute attention to detail, informative texts and full-colour
photography, The Classic Collection launches a thousand itineraries
from East to West.
RZLBD Hopscotch, the first monograph on RZLBD's work, focuses on
its built projects over the last five years, while including a
selection of past works and polemical writings that set the
foundation for the practice. With a particular interest in the
house as an archetypal model of the world, whilst implementing the
guiding idea that design belongs to everyone and that "modern has
to be affordable", the work of RZLBD occupies a unique position in
its exploration of new ideas for contemporary infill dwellings.
Along with architectural projects and writings, the book is also a
record of Aliabadi's search for a design language and his unique
perspective coming out of his three major solo expeditions-to the
North Pole, round the world in 49 days and the 'Trans-Canada',
across the country from Atlantic to Pacific.
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How to Collect Art
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Magnus Resch; Introduction by Pamela J. Joyner
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You must read this book before buying any artwork – written by the
world’s leading art-market economist
Navigating the world of collecting can be a tricky process, especially
for one just starting out in the art market. The world’s leading art
market expert Magnus Resch explains the core principles of the art
market and reveals the secrets of how to build and grow an art
collection.
He answers questions such as:
• What art should I invest in?
• Where do I start?
• Which gallery should I visit?
• How do I get VIP tickets for Art Basel?
• Where's the best place to sell my art?
• Is this price fair?
This book is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in collecting
art, novice or expert. Readers will learn:
• How the art market really works;
• How to navigate the art world;
• How to start and develop a sustainable collection strategy, for every
budget.
Featured alongside Magnus’s advice for collecting are quotes and case
studies from esteemed art world professionals, including mega
collectors Shelley and Philip Aarons, Beth Rudin DeWoody, Jorge M.
Pérez, Howard E. Rachofsky, and Komal Shah; museum directors Adam
Weinberg and Heidi Zuckerman; art fair founder Touria El Glaoui; mega
art dealers Marc Glimcher, Adam Lindemann, Jeffrey Deitch, and Simon de
Pury; leading art curator Hans Ulrich Obrist; superstar art advisor Amy
Cappellazzo; and artist Julian Schnabel. The book also features a
foreword written by leading art collector Pamela Joyner.
No-nonsense, clear prose makes this the perfect primer for anyone who
is interested in collecting art. This book is for:
• Art lovers who want to buy their first pieces;
• Collectors who want to understand more about investing in art;
• Advisors and gallerists who want to refresh their knowledge.
This book, with words of advice from the most accomplished experts in
the field, is like carrying an art advisor in your pocket.
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