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<b>'James Payne's YouTube Channel "Great Art Explained" gained a huge and appreciative worldwide audience. This beautifully put-together book is simply the best introduction to the lifelong pleasure and rewards of looking at pictures since Gombrich. An instant classic' Stephen Fry</b><br/><br/> <b>Art appreciation made accessible, relevant and entertaining; writer, curator and YouTuber James Payne demystifies great works of art.</b><br/><br/> Based on the popular and enormously successful YouTube channel of the same name, <i>Great Art Explained</i> unveils the fascinating stories behind some of the world's most iconic paintings and sculptures, proving that there's more to art than just watching paint dry. It can be thrilling, if you give it a chance. It is how you view the work, place it in context and understand its history that makes an artwork truly come alive.<br/><br/> A fresh approach to a classic subject, James Payne's no-nonsense analysis sheds new light on thirty different masterpieces from around the globe and reveals what makes them truly timeless works of art. Each chapter delves into not only the art itself but also the artist's life, as well as the work's place in their wider oeuvre; in other words, what makes it 'great'. From Hilma af Klint's occult altarpieces to Claude Monet's <i>Water Lilies</i>, Botticelli's <i>The Birth of Venus</i> to Georgia O'Keeffe's <i>Jimson Weed</i>, each artwork is explored with clarity and passion.<br/><br/> Whether a seasoned art enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this book promises to deepen your appreciation and enrich your understanding of some of the world's greatest treasures.

<b>The enchanting world of A Study in Drowning comes to life through letters, poems, art, and more in this beautifully illustrated full-color novella from #1 New York Times bestselling author Ava Reid, featuring over forty illustrations, expanded and new text, stunning endpapers, and romantic rose gold foil for a jaw-dropping addition to the beloved dark academia series.</b><br/><br/><i>I will love you to ruination, the Fairy King said, brushing a strand of golden hair from my cheek. </i><br/><br/><i>Yours or mine? I asked. </i><br/><br/><i>The Fairy King did not answer.</i> <br/><br/>Effy and Preston have been torn apart by the wars of men, the power of words, and the specter of magicbut it was through stories that they found each other. Relive Effy and Prestons love story through their own pens in this immersive collection of mementos, illustrations, maps, blueprints, diary entries, and more. Read Angharad with Effy's annotations; sneak excerpts of Preston's diary; see the architectural sketches that brought Effy to Hiraeth; get your own ticket to Saltney; and experience the never-before-seen epilogue to Effy and Prestons romance.  <br/><br/>A perfect gift for fans of A Study in Drowning and A Theory of Dreaming and anyone who wants to embark on their own dark academia journey, this gorgeously illustrated novella collects ephemera from Effy and Preston as they remember the romance and prepare for a new chapter in their livestogether.

<b>A charming illustrated guide to more than 50 meditation practices inspired by cats</b><br/><br/>Did you know that just looking at pictures of cats can lower cortisol? Or that your contented kitty purrs at the perfect frequency for sound meditation?<br/><br/> In <i>Mystic Kitty,</i> a collection of cat facts accompanies more than 50 meditation practices for novice and seasoned meditators alike. Coupled with beautiful illustrations that are sure to delight all cat lovers, readers will learn a range of techniques from simple, seated practices using breathwork and mantras to more complex meditations involving movement and sound. By the end of this book, you'll not only be a master meditator, but you'll appreciate your beloved fur baby even more.

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<b>A stunning celebration of Dolly Parton's iconic career as a performer, featuring entertaining personal stories alongside 350 full-color photographs, including exclusive images and ephemera from her archive, and an eight-page gatefold listing her lifetime of performances.</b><br/><br/>In <i>Star of the Show</i>, the culminating book in Dolly Parton's photographic trilogy-following <i>Songteller </i>(lyrics) and <i>Behind the Seams</i> (fashion)-the global superstar finally shares a definitive look at her career as one of the world's most dazzling and beloved performers.<br/><br/>Featuring engaging stories and memories from Parton's dynamic life behind the microphone, this book spotlights her signature performances and star-making moments, from singing in front of her family to premiering on the Grand Ole Opry stage and beyond. Her formative years performing with country legend Porter Wagoner are chronicled as she learns hard lessons from life on the road. Breaking out on her own at state fairs and critically acclaimed venues, she toured the world performing for millions of fans in arenas, stadiums, and at festivals. From making her onscreen debut in the blockbuster feature film <i>9 to 5</i> to playing the Dallas Cowboys' 2023 Thanksgiving halftime show to 42 million viewers, this global superstar knows no limits. Along the way, Dolly shares the stage with Kenny Rogers, Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris, and others, while offering insight on touring big, singing strong, and staying on top for seven decades.<br/><br/>Brimming with Parton's trademark wit and heartfelt sincerity, <i>Star of the Show: My Life on Stage </i>is not only an homage to one of history's most cherished artists, but also a must-have collector's item for-and love letter to-any fan of the one and only Dolly Parton.

<b>Ten original love stories by the reigning queen of romantasy, featuring fan-favourite couples from her #1 <i>New York Times </i>bestselling Shadowhunter Chronicles </b>- <b>one of the most popular series of all time, with more than 50 million copies in print worldwide!</b><br/><br/><i>Ten couples. United by love. Divided by danger.</i><br/><br/><b>Jace and Clary</b>, seeking out an exiled Shadowhunter and learning that love can save the world - or destroy it. <b>Will and Tessa</b>, honeymooning in Paris when a seance sends them down an unexpected path. <b>Simon and Izzy</b>, observing increased demonic activity around New York, on a hilarious urban romp.<br/><br/>These are just a few of the beloved couples whose romantic escapades will have you on the edge of your seat across time and storylines from Cassandra Clare's expansive Shadowhunters series. Don't miss a chance to reunite with:<br/><br/><b>Anna and Ari</b><br/><b>Emma and Julian</b><br/><b>Kieran, Mark, and Cristina</b><br/><b>James and Cordelia</b><br/><b>Thomas and Alastair</b><br/><b>Sebastian and the Seelie Queen</b><br/><b>Jocelyn and</b> <b>Luke</b><br/><br/>A love letter to every Shadowhunter fan, this riveting story collection also includes a sneak peek at The Wicked Powers, the majestic trilogy that will be the grand finale of the entire series.

Blockbuster bestseller Rebecca Ross returns to the world of international sensation <em>Divine Rivals</em> with her most epic story yet. <br/><br/>Featuring full-colour endpapers with print-exclusive character artwork by @palinlineart <br/><br/> <strong>Before Iris sat at her typewriter and before Enva sang her song, a young goddess wandered dreams...</strong> <br/><br/>Born to the firelit domain of the underworld, Matilda is the youngest goddess of her clan, blessed with humble messenger magic. But in a land where gods kill each other for magic, Matilda must come of age sooner than most. She may be known to carry letters through the realms, but she also carries secrets of her own: one of them deadly, the other a mortal boy who dreams of her, despite the fact they have never met... <br/><br/>Ten years ago, Vincent of Beckett wrote to Matilda on the darkest night of his life - begging the goddess he befriended in dreams for aid. But his prayer went unanswered, forever hardening his heart against the gods. That is until the same goddess comes tumbling through his window, bearing a letter to change both their destinies. For Matilda and Vincent are tangled together by threads of fate and the promise of a future beyond dreams, one that might rewrite the dark, blood-soaked ways of the gods...or end them.