Tamsin Pickeral

Kristina Lowis

Presents fifty paintings by major artists from the Renaissance to the twentieth century and includes a brief critical analysis of the work and a timeline for the artist.

50 Paintings You Should Know

For more than 5000 years, artists have created an extraordinary array of captivating images of the dog – the animal that has enjoyed the closest and most intriguing relationship with man. This beautiful book, available for the first time in an unabridged compact edition, features works from all over the world, ranging from the earliest African rock paintings to the groundbreaking work of contemporary artists. It explores the various roles the dog has played in both art and society, including its depiction as a symbol of fidelity and romantic love; as a prized possession, vaunting its owner’s power and wealth; as a loyal pet; as a mythological being, travelling between the lands of the living and the dead; as a religious image of purity, or dissolution; and as an indispensable working and hunting companion. A vividly written text is accompanied by glorious images that capture the soulful, beguiling and dynamic character of man’s best friend in its diverse incarnations, from protector to predator, dark force to deity.

5000 Years of the Dog in Art

The Dog

Discover one of the most charming places on earth through the incredible pictures featured in this book and find out why this place is adored by all who visit. Showing everything from familiar sights to seldom-seen vistas, The Best-Kept Secrets of Tuscany is the definitive pictorial guide to this awe-inspiring region.

The Best-Kept Secrets of Tuscany

Monet's famous painting "Impression: Sunrise, Le Havre" represented the most innovative - and later most popular - art movement the world had ever seen, and its appeal endures today. Monet's experiments with light and colour are described in depth in this latest addition to our best-selling series, "The World's Greatest Art". Organized into five sections on life, society, places, influences and techniques, the book enables the reader to consider Monet from different angles and contexts, providing a broader understanding of this great artist.

Monet

Details the history of each cat breed, from such ancient breeds as Siamese and Persian to modern breeds like Toygers and Savannahs, and includes information on the diverse roles of cats in different cultures.

An Illustrated History

The Elegance of the Cat

Astrid Harrisson

Cats are the most enigmatic and alluring of domestic animals. Beguiling beauty, fierce independence and aloof intelligence characterize their long and exotic history. The Grace of the Cat is a celebration of this captivating animal and a moving account of the feline’s journey from the wild to a comfortable domestic existence. In this beautifully illustrated book, Tamsin Pickeral traces the colourful and tumultuous history of the cat, from its glory days in Egypt to its transport on creaking ships to America. She explores the diverse role of the cat in each culture, culminating in the origins of cat shows, and the selective breeding of pure bred, pedigree animals. Inside this richly illustrated book you will discover the stories behind more than fifty breeds of cat, from the lithe-bodied Abyssinian to the intelligent Russian Blue, and from the graceful, long-haired Balinese to the lop-eared Scottish Fold. The evocative and informative text is accompanied by stunning photographs of every featured breed by award-winning photographer Astrid Harrisson. Her breathtaking images capture the many facets of what makes a cat a cat—its elegance, spirit and wit. The Grace of the Cat is an essential volume for everyone who loves cats.

The Grace of the Cat

Hugh Palmer

Encompassing all six districts of Cannaregio, San Polo, Dorsoduro (including the Giudecca), Santa Croce, San Marco (including San Giorgio Maggiore) and Castello - "The Secrets of Venice" gives the reader a virtual tour of one of the most mesmerizing cities in the world. With stunning photography and informative text highlighting the well known sights as well as the more secret corners of the city, from the impressive Grand Canal and the opulent Saint Mark's Basilica to the legendarily romantic Bridge of Sighs and the unbelievably picturesque and winding network of narrow canals, be inspired to visit or celebrate this wonderful city.

The Secrets of Venice

Gordon Kerr

Each year a flood of visitors come to this decadant, elegant country, to enjoy the pleasures of 'la dolce vita'. Italy has drawn travellers in search of culture and romance for many centuries ... With Rome at its heart, as a united country, Italy is only a 150 years old which means that each region still has a strong cultural identity, resulting in a country of many different faces to delight returning visitors ... This ... is divided into regions: Northern, Central, Southern, Rome, The Islands"--Publisher's description.

The Best Kept Secrets of Italy

"Written by a specialist in both art and animal husbandry, the book begins with the earliest known representations of the dog, including sculptures and paintings of dramatic vitality. It goes on to examine the various roles the dog has played in both art and society, including its depiction as a symbol of fidelity and romantic love; as a prized possession, vaunting its owner's power and wealth; as a treasured and loyal pet; as a mythological being, mysteriously travelling between the lands of the living and the dead; as a religious image of purity, or dissolution; and as an indispensable working and hunting companion." "The book concludes with an examination of the ways in which modern artists have interpreted the image of the dog, and reaffirms the profound and unbreakable bond between humans and these complex creatures, which ensures that the dog will continue to exert a powerful fascination for artists as they strive to capture the soulful and beguiling character of man's best friend."--BOOK JACKET.

This illustrated history of the horse in art, written by a specialist in both art and horsemanship, documents the creative journey from prehistoric cave painting to the formidable war horses of Paolo Uccello, the Thoroughbred portraits of George Stubbs, the sensitive, enigmatic prints of Elisabeth Frink and beyond. This comprehensive study combines the history of the horse in art and culture with the story of equine evolution from the stocky primitive to today's elegant Thoroughbred. It offers a compelling read for both horse lovers and anyone interested in equine art.

30,000 Years of the Horse in Art

The Horse

Explores the long and varied history of the dog in human cultures across the world and celebrates the very special place that this enigmatic creature holds in our hearts In The Spirit of the Dog, animal expert Tamsin Pickeral and award-winning photographer Astrid Harrisson come together to celebrate the beauty and diversity of this magnificent animal. Discover the vital role that dogs have played throughout history; trace the development of the most striking and significant breeds; and learn, too, the intriguing tales of breeds that have almost been forgotten. Uniquely and sumptuously illustrated with Harrisson's sensitive and striking photography alongside other carefully chosen works of art from around the globe, this book reveals the full, fascinating story of dogs through the ages and their special relationship with humankind. In the world which we know, among the different and primitive geniuses that preside over the evolution of the several species, there exists not one, excepting that of the dog, that ever gave a thought to the presence of man. -- Maurice Maeterlinck

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