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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><i>A golden thread joined them, a bond that went deeper than love </i>-<i> and it had nearly destroyed them.</i></b><br/><br/>Wren Embervale and Torj Elderbrock share a dark and bloody history. With Thezmarr on the brink of another war, and overwhelmed by the force of their feelings for one another, Torj discovers there is far more to their bond than mere passion. The legendary Warsword is determined to protect Wren at all costs, even if it means lying to her . . . Even if it means losing her forever.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, Wren is struggling to find her place in the world - both as an advanced student of alchemy at the ancient academy of Drevenor, and as one of the heirs to a lost kingdom. With the midrealms once again facing destruction, Wren must decide: Loyalty or liberation? Legacy or love?<br/><br/>As new political players emerge, Wren discovers that her gift for alchemy is more powerful than she ever imagined - and that it could tear the kingdoms apart.<br/><br/>Will she and Torj find their way back to each other, or will the ancient magic that binds them become their undoing?<br/><br/><b>Perfect for romantasy fans, <i>Thorns & Fire</i>, Helen Scheuerer's spellbinding sequel to <i>Iron & Embers</i>, delivers heart-wrenching choices, a found family to root for and a love that defies the odds.<br/><br/>Tropes include . . .</b><ul><li>Bodyguard romance</li><li>Enemies-to-lovers</li><li>Academia</li><li>Forced Proximity</li><li>Touch her and die</li><li>Found Family</li></ul><b>Readers love <i>Thorns & Fire . . .</i></b><br/><br/>'A captivating romantasy with a slow-burn which will keep you hooked until the end!'<br/><br/>'The chemistry between these two is electric and there were numerous points when I was giggling and kicking my feet.'<br/><br/>'The yearning in this one is absolute perfection.'

<b>To earn the hand of the prince, she'll have to learn the art of love . . . from a basilisk. The spicy sequel to KISS OF THE BASILISK, perfect for fans of Elise Kova and Katee Robert.</b><br/><br/>Tem's goal was straightforward: learn the art of love from a basilisk so she could marry the prince. But nothing's simple when love is on the line. In the all new, explosive sequel to KISS OF THE BASILISK, the steamy romance that broke the internet, Tem will find herself tested in new and extraordinary ways.<br/><br/><b>Readers LOVE the Split or Swallow series!</b><br/><br/><i>If you don't end up hissing after you read this book, then READ IT AGAIN. This unhinged, addictive, and smutty book was the highlight of my month! 5 freaking stars!</i><br/><i><br/>I am not a monster romance girlie but want me to tell you why I railroaded this book in A SINGLE DAY? BECAUSE ITS INCREDIBLE.</i><br/><i><br/>SOS, I need help because of how in love with this story I am (put me down)</i><br/><i><br/>Monster stuff is weird to me and I'm not going to pretend otherwise. I will die on that hill. THIS monster stuff??</i><i> Give me all of it and more. I will read this again, maybe a third time, before the year is up.</i><br/><br/><i>Serpent summer FOREVER.</i><br/><i><br/>miss straube ATE and left no crumbs with this one.</i>

Weekly and monthly spreads offer ample room for planning, making lists, and noting all the important things. Each month showcases an animal-plant pair from beloved artist/author Jessica Roux along with her reflections on their symbolic significance as divined from folklore, mythology, and literature. Monthly prompts encourage you on your own path of personal growth.<br/><br/> Features include: <ul><li> 5" x 7" planner (10" x 7" open) </li><li> Compact size is perfect for your handbag, tote, or backpack while commuting or traveling </li><li> Wire-O binding offers lay-flat ease and convenience </li><li> Elastic band closure </li><li> Printed on FSC (R) certified paper with soy-based ink </li><li> 12-month planner: January-December 2026 </li><li> Two bonus months: December 2025 and January 2027 </li><li> Monthly two-page-spread views facilitate big-picture planning </li><li> Weekly spreads with ample writing space </li><li> Habit-tracker tables - four pages with 12 customizable trackers </li><li> Extra lined pages to record notes and reminders </li><li> Two inside pockets for storing receipts and mementos </li><li> Official major world holidays and observances </li><li> Moon phases, based on Universal Time </li><li> Illustrations of plant-animal pairs, their symbolism, and writing prompts for interpretations in your own life </li><li> From the bestselling artist/illustrator of <i>Floriography: An Illustrated Guide to the Victorian Language of Flowers</i></li><li> Great for journaling and daily gratitude lists </li><li><b>WE PLANT TREES</b> to offset our carbon footprint and resource usage - more than ONE MILLION and growing! </li><li><b>RESPONSIBLY SOURCED</b> - Our paper is responsibly sourced from a combination of recycled materials and wood harvested from socially and environmentally sustainable forests and is FSC (R) certified. </li></ul>

<b>Break open the cocktail cabinet to prepare gin-based cocktails with this deck of mixologist favourites. </b><br/><br/>Whether you prefer a simple gin and tonic, a bubbly French 75, or more modern creations like the bramble, gin is the foundation of some truly great cocktails. Without it, we wouldn't have the martini, the Tom Collins, or the negroni.<br/><br/><i>The Cocktail Cabinet: Gin</i> distils the best of the spirit with 50 cards that feature recipes for any mood, whether you'd like to get effervescent with a fizz or fly away on an aviation. With something for every palette, get ready to shake, mix and stir your way through the world of juniper.<br/><br/>With mid-century-inspired illustrations and easy-to-follow recipes, this deck is the ideal pick for budding mixologists and bartending experts.

<i>Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher</i> <br/><br/>Discover 200 of the best places to ride a bike in this beautifully illustrated hardback. From family-friendly, sightseeing urban rides to epic adventures off the beaten track. Destinations range from France and Italy, for the world's great bike races, to the wilds of Mongolia and Patagonia. These journeys will inspire - whether you are an experienced cyclist or just getting started. <br/><br/>The book is organised by continent. In the Americas we join a family bikepacking trip in Ecuador; we pedal the Natchez Trace Parkway and stop at legendary music spots; we ride the Pacific Coast Highway in Oregon and California; go mountain biking in Moab and Canada; and explore the cities of Buenos Aires and New York by bicycle. <br/><br/>European rides include easy-going trips around Lake Constance, along the Danube and the Loire, and coast-to-coast routes; routes in Tuscany, Spain and Corsica; and professional journeys up Mt Ventoux and around the Tour of Flanders. <br/><br/>In Asia, we venture through Vietnam's valleys; complete the Mae Hong Son circuit in northern Thailand; cross the Indian Himalayas; and pedal through Bhutan. And in Australia and New Zealand we take in Tasmania and Queensland by mountain bike; cycle into Victoria's high country and around Adelaide on road bikes; and try some of New Zealand's celebrated cycle trails. <br/><br/>Each ride is illustrated with stunning photography and a map. A toolkit of practical details - where to start and finish, how to get there, where to stay and more - helps riders plan their own trips. There are also suggestions for three more similar rides around the world for each story. Each piece shows how cycling is a fantastic way to get to know a place, a people and their culture. <br/><br/><b>About Lonely Planet: </b>Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, gift and lifestyle books and stationery, as well as an award-winning website, magazines, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in. <br/><br/><i>TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category</i> <br/><br/><i>'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times</i> <br/><br/><i>'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) </i>