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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
OVER FIVE MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE 'A phenomenon' Jessie
Burton 'Dazzling' Daily Mail 'Truly magical' Guardian Those eyes
are fixed on someone. But who? What is she thinking as she stares
out from one of the world's best-loved paintings? Johannes Vermeer
can spot exceptional beauty. When servant girl Griet catches his
eye, she soon becomes both student and muse. But then he gives her
his wife's pearl earrings to wear for a portrait, and a scandal
erupts that could threaten Griet's future... Vivid and captivating,
this timeless modern classic has become a successful film and an
international bestseller, with over 5 million copies sold around
the world; now with a new introduction by the author. 'A veritable
work of art... one of those rare novels where all the decisions
made by the author appear inevitable and right' Rose Tremain
'Timeless, delicate and as exquisitely measured as one of Vermeer's
paintings. Tense yet perfectly-paced and filled with the beauty of
life's colours, Girl with the Pearl Earring is a masterpiece in its
own right. Just a phenomenon. I will hold this novel close for the
rest of my life' Jessie Burton, author of The Minaturist 'If ever a
novel rightly deserves its "five millions copies sold" achievement,
it is this dazzling little masterpiece ... Absolute magic' Daily
Mail 'A portrait of radiance...Tracy Chevalier brings the real
artist Vermeer and a fictional muse to life in a jewel of a novel'
Time 'Chevalier doesn't put a foot wrong in this triumphant work
... It is a beautifully written tale that mirrors the elegance of
the painting that inspired it' Wall Street Journal 'A wonderful
novel, mysterious, steeped in atmosphere, deeply revealing about
the process of painting...truly magical' Guardian 'It is no wonder
that this beautifully-written story has sold more than five million
copies and been made into a successful film. An absolute triumph'
Woman's Weekly
Exploring the gardens, monuments, museums, and churches with walks
both urban and rural, from the Bronte parsonage in Haworth to Zadie
Smith's North London and Shakespeare's Stratford, The Book Lover's
Bucket List takes you through some 100 wonderfully described
literary sites and landscapes, complete with colour destination
photographs and illustrations from the British Library collections.
Start with Chaucer, Dickens and Larkin in Westminster Abbey. Spend
an afternoon at Colliers Wood Nature Reserve in Nottinghamshire and
take in the lake D. H. Lawrence described as 'all grey and
visionary, stretching into the moist, translucent vista of trees
and meadow'. Venture south to Cornwall and work your way up to the
Scottish Highlands, taking detours to Northern Ireland in the west
and Norfolk in the east - or simply drop in on the place nearest to
you. Wherever you are in the United Kingdom, you're never far from
something associated with a good book.
An accessible and comprehensive encyclopedia of 1,000 deadstock
sneakers––the originals produced for exclusive, limited-edition
releases––by trendsetting sneakerhead and infamous reseller,
Larry Deadstock “Deadstock” refers to the originals: authentic,
unworn sneakers that were produced for limited-edition releases,
limited-run re-runs, or pairs that have otherwise stopped being
made. No longer available from the direct retailers, deadstock is
the most desirable, exclusive, and valuable merchandise in
existence, only available from select resell shops and websites
such as Larry Deadstock’s. In 1,000 Deadstock Sneakers,
deadstock collector and infamous reseller Larry Deadstock teams up
with streetwear journalist François Chevalier to dive deep
into the origins, history, and trends of international sneaker
culture. This book features: The origin story behind the first pair
of Air Jordans Basketball legends Lebron James, Kobe Bryant, and
Michael Jordan Groundbreaking designers such as Virgil Abloh
Influential figures like Will Smith, Spike Lee, and Travis Scott
Informative anecdotes from Larry Deadstock Original advertisements
from Nike, Adidas, Air Jordan, New Balance, Rebook, Vans, and
more Complete with detailed research, historical context, and trend
analysis on the aesthetic appeal of each style, this book explores
the significance of the sneaker in fashion and culture today
through 1,000 coveted deadstock sneakers of the last 50 years. This
is a must-have reference text for sneakerheads and deadstock
collectors; eye candy for sports fans, influencers, and all sneaker
wearers; and an exploration of a rising phenomenon in fashion and
streetwear for anyone interested in contemporary American culture.
Learn about the luxury brand industry from the inside out with this
masterful and insightful resource The newly revised Fourth Edition
of Luxury Brand Management in Digital and Sustainable Times
delivers a timely re-examination of what constitutes the
contemporary luxury brand landscape and the current trends that
shape the sector. Distinguished experts and authors Michel
Chevalier and Gerald Mazzalovo provide readers with a comprehensive
treatment of the macro- and micro-economic aspects of management,
communication, distribution, logistics, and creation in the luxury
industry. Readers will learn about the growing importance of
authenticity and sustainability in the management of fashion,
perfume, cosmetics, spirits, hotels and hospitality, jewelry, and
other luxury brands, as well as the strategic issues facing the
companies featured in the book. The new edition offers: A new
chapter on the "Luxury of Tomorrow," with a particular focus on
authenticity and durable development A completely revised chapter
on "Communication in Digital Times," which takes into account the
digital dimension of brand identity and its implications on
customer engagement activities and where the concept of Customer
Journey is introduced as a key marketing tool A rewritten chapter
on "Luxury Clients" that considers the geographical changes in
luxury consumption Considerations on the emerging notion of "New
Luxury" Major updates to the data and industry figures contained
within the book and a new section dedicated to the hospitality
industry New semiotic analytical tools developed from the authors'
contemporary brand management experiences Perfect for MA and MBA
students, Luxury Brand Management also belongs on the bookshelves
of marketing, branding, and advertising professionals who hope to
increase their understanding of the major trends and drivers of
success in this sector.
FROM THE GLOBALLY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF GIRL WITH A PEARL EARRING
‘Bittersweet … dazzling’ Guardian ‘Deeply pleasurable …
the ending made me cry’ The Times ‘Told with a wealth of detail
and narrative intensity’ Penelope Lively Violet is 38. The First
World War took everything from her. Her brother, her fiancé –
and her future. She is now considered a ‘surplus woman’. But
Violet is also fiercely independent and determined. Escaping her
suffocating mother, she moves to Winchester to start a new life
–a change that will require courage, resilience and acts of quiet
rebellion. And when whispers of another world war surface, she must
live with a secret that could change everything…
A charming collection of stories and fables inspired by Britain's
nineteen species of native trees, written by nineteen of Britain's
leading authors. Why Willows Weep is edited by Tracy Chevalier,
bestselling author of Girl with a Pearl Earring, and contains
beautiful colour illustrations by Canadian artist Leanne Shapton.
With sales in hardback of 10,000 this collection has already helped
the Woodland Trust plant nearly 50,000 trees across the United
Kingdom, and it is now available in paperback for the first time.
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The Last Runaway (Paperback)
Tracy Chevalier
1
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R290
R240
Discovery Miles 2 400
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'Addictively compelling' The Times 'A joy to read' Maggie O'Farrell
Honor Bright is a sheltered Quaker who has rarely ventured out of
1850s Dorset when she impulsively emigrates to America. Opposed to
the slavery that defines and divides the country, she finds her
principles tested to the limit when a runaway slave appears at the
farm of her new family. In this tough, unsentimental place, where
whisky bottles sit alongside quilts, Honor befriends two spirited
women who will teach her how to turn ideas into action.
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