Non-Secondhand Books

From ocean shores to some of the most remote indigenous communities in the world, photographer Cristina Mittermeier explores humanity's relationship with the planet and possibilities for a mindful, sustainable future....

We all dream of taking an unforgettable holiday off the beaten track: to be stunned by unique destinations, new cultures, or breathtaking nature. And when money is no object, there...

With her eye for architectural details, Friederike von Rauch captures the contemplative power of monastery interiors and simultaneously separates them from their religious context. The Berlin-based artist has lived and...

"One day, long long ago, someone had the idea to build space ships etc. from the Star Wars movies. I was immediately excited by that idea, got all the necessary...

This book addresses all LEGO enthusiasts from 6 years up who are looking for a real challenge: why not build a complete town out of LEGO bricks? After explaining basic...

Christo (1935 2020) and Jeanne-Claude (1935 2009) created some of the most breathtaking artworks of the 20th and 21st centuries. Their projects radically questioned traditional conceptions of painting, sculpture and...

As humans we are programmed to instinctively respond to beauty. It has an indescribable quality that lifts our spirits and opens our hearts. Yet while this intangible essence can be...

.A unique new perspective on Mapplethorpe, covering his famous as well as many lesserknown works .Seven major artists present their own personal relationship to Mapplethorpe's work Robert Mapplethorpe's influence as...

In 2006, to fulfill a long-held dream, widely acclaimed photographer Michael Poliza and friend Stefan Breuer undertook a helicopter journey across Africa. Skimming close to the ground, they flew over...

Who hasn't had that feeling that something needs to change ASAP? And by something we mean nothing less than our daily environment, the space immediately around us our apartment, condo,...

'How We Live' is an intimate photographic journal of designers' and artists' homes and work spaces from around the world, including Mumbai, Beirut, Marrakech, Reykjavik, Mexico City, and Amsterdam, amongst...

The iconic fashion designer offers unprecedented access into her career and personal history with this once-in-a-lifetime publishing event. The complete, official retrospective, designed by Irma Boom-one of the world's leading...

On the tenth anniversary of its publication, this upated edition of a work ARTNews hailed as "one of the best books ever published on the art world" features new material...

Check out what's up and coming in LGBTQ scenes around the world with this quirky, vibrant queer ravel guide. For decades, LGBTQ travellers have congregated in predictable places: queer-friendly cities...

Alcohol meets alchemy in this fun and darkly fascinating collection of cocktail recipes to suit your every mood and whim. Astrology, tarot, palmistry, and other spiritual arts are having a...

The first ever tooth gem style bible, this fun, fashion-forward book travels across continents to showcase some of the globe's most eye- catching and daring dental jewelry. Tooth gems are...

This exploration of the relationship between gender and ecology brings together around 50 emerging and established artists across the fields of photography and film. Reflecting on a range of themes,...

This lavishly illustrated volume looks at the myriad ways in which the burgeoning art of photography dialogued with Impressionist painting. In the 19th century, numerous photographers chose the same motifs...

This landmark volume offers a major re-assessment of the art that emerged in Britain in the twenty years following the end of the Second World War: a period of anxiety,...

The newest pop-up book from renowned paper engineer Dominique Ehrhard artfully traces two centuries of bicycling history and lore. Perfect for seasoned bikeaholics and budding pedal-pushers alike, this brief, whimsical...

Britta Teckentrup's latest book for children of every age is a poetic masterpiece about the passage of time. A swing on a hill overlooking the water is at the centre...

Filled with charmingly rustic illustrations of people, plants and animals, this story about community and biodiversity introduces children to the variety of ways things can grow and flourish in nature....

In this love letter to New York City, Mona Lisa is a tourist who experiences the city for the first time, and finds art, love and inspiration in unexpected places....

New York has always and still attracts fortune seekers, artists and modern nomads from all over the world. Just as Cornelia Wilhelm who at the age of 19 set out...

When it comes to Iceland, it quickly becomes clear that contrast rules! The island is a single volcano, but it is not fully active. The largest glacier in Europe is...

How does the ornthopter imagined by Leonardo actually work? Which machines, automata and architecture did the Renaissance genius design? And how much did he really know about human anatomy? Lift...

This amazing book transports the reader into the fascinating world of animals. Spectacular pop-up scenarios come alive and reconstruct incredible natural environments. Imagine being in the African savannah and finding...

This sumptuous book showcases, through beautiful photography, 18 new residential houses and apartments. Each one is gifted with breathtaking sea views. Features projects from all over the world, including Spain,...

Exceptional residential mountain chalets in Cortina d'Ampezzo, St. Moritz, Madonna di Campiglio, Corvara in Badia, St. Nikolai im Solktal, Auronzo di Cadore. Presented with stunning colour photographs. 180 colour, 20...

This new book provides unique access to distinct interiors from renowned Belgian architects and designers who have a deep understanding of family life. Packaged in hardback with a beautiful linen...

Although nothing initially predisposed Thomas Crauwels to become both a photographer and a mountaineer, ABOVE , his first book, proves that he has emerged as one of the few photographers...

As early as 1934 Charlotte Perriand began to reflect on the architectural aspects of leisure activities for all, but it was with Les Arcs, her greatest work, that she completed...

This book is published on the occasion of the exhibition of works on paper by thirty-eight 20th-century British women artists in a display of over 50 watercolours and pastels, complemented...

The thrilling adventure based on the acclaimed TV series Star Trek: Picard ! Following the explosive events seen in season one of Star Trek: Picard , Raffi Musiker finds herself...

#1 WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER * NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * USA TODAY BESTSELLER From the New York Times bestselling author of Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and...

this sequel to My First Book of UPPERCASE LETTERS encourages children to begin with lowercase letters that have simple strokes such as l, t, and i and gradually moves on...

Living in a big city it's very easy to lose yourself in the chaos and success driven culture. Big cities are like a melting pot of everyone and everything, where...

Our Voices: Indigeneity and Architecture is an exciting advance in the field of architecture offering multiple indigenous perspectives on architecture and design theory and practice. Indigenous authors from Aotearoa NZ,...

Bonnae Gokson's book Butterflies and All Things Sweet opens a window into the inspiration and ideas behind her extraordinary cake designs. Unique in the world, these cakes encapsulate the creative...

Bloom: The Luminous Gardens of Frederico Azevedo presents the accomplished work of Frederico Azevedo - the award-winning Brazilian landscape designer who has established himself as the leading designer of the...

Tham ma da - Thai for "everyday" - embodies the conceptual approach of Italian architect and designer Paola Navone's work. She takes the ordinary and presents it in a new...

Written by an experienced and awarded psychologist, Listening, Learning, Caring and Counselling is essential reading for counsellors, support workers, case workers, medical practitioners, health professionals - from physiotherapists, pharmacists, doctors,...

A boisterous picture book full of noisy fun for machine-mad kids. "Plan the road. Plan the road. Mark it on the map." Roadworks takes the reader through all the stages...

Can it Text? Blog? Scroll? Wi-Fi? Tweet? No ... it's a book. No matter how many electronic devices are available these days, you can't deny the simple appeal of a...

A "true" story by Mark Greenwood, illustrated by Frane Lessac. There is not a stir or a whisper when Louis de Rougemont steps onto the stage to recount his astonishing...

We live in a competitive world. You are expected to do well in school so you can get into a good university, a good job, and a good life. Good...

Find hamsters and dogs, robins and unicorns, little cars and big diggers. Stomp like a dinosaur or fly like a big red dragon in this brilliant collection of 16 action...

"We want to live in a world we can all be proud of!" What kind of world do children want to live in? Can we all come together to make...