Peribo New Releases - JAN-FEBRUARY 2023

HOMES FOR COLLECTORS

Metzger,

Eames

more than

HOROLOGY AN

a

have

watch design. But it's also much more. If you've ever wondered how watches work, or thought about how time influences our lives, then this book is also for you. It offers a comprehensive overview of watch styles, movements, complications, and parts, as well as the basics of starting and caring for a watch collection. A multifaceted study, it discusses the philosophy and measurement of time, the possibility of time travel, and the emergent smartwatch industry. A behind the scenes peek into the watch industry, plus pricing and market data, rounds out the contents.

will leave these pages with a newfound, renewed, or enhanced love of watchmaking, as well as an increased appreciation for the value of time. This beautifully illustrated volume provides an in depth look at horology, the scientific study of time and timekeeping.

MAKING MODERNISM

Marianne

associated with the emergence of Expressionism in

in the early decades of the 20th century. Each challenged prevailing ideals of feminine identity at a time of great societal change. As women, they were expected to marry and raise a family; some chose to, some did not. As ambitious artists, they wanted to work.

As they rose to these challenges, their art further undermined conventions. Their portraits of children symbolise joy, hope and innocence but also melancholy, tension, curiosity, the passing of time and unfulfilled desire. Their radical depictions of the nude wrest the female body away from the male gaze towards a newfound role, expressive of powerful maternity and female subjectivity. These dramatic modernist compositions, with their fluid brushwork and bright hues, push at the boundaries of form, colour and spiritual meaning.

In Edo Japan,

the

PICTURES OF THE FLOATING WORLD

entertainment

the result of a meticulous craft process, in which an artist's initial drawing was translated by expert carvers into multiple printing blocks for different colours.

beautiful

In this attractive volume, Sarah E. Thompson provides a highly readable overview of the cultural and artistic history of ukiyo e, showcasing 120 exceptional prints from the museum’s world class collection, by masters including Utamaro, Hokusai and Hiroshige. She explores each of the principal genres in turn: beauty and fashion, the kabuki theatre, landscape, nature, history and literature and fantasy.

Pictures of the Floating World features a traditional Japanese stab binding and is housed in a durable slipcase together with three remarkable prints, suitable for framing. It will be a must have for all art lovers.

MY LIFE IN FRANCE

A classic memoir of life in post war Paris by the legendary celebrity chef.

When Julia Child arrived in Paris in 1948, 'a six foot two inch, thirty six year old, rather loud and unserious Californian', she barely spoke a word of French and didn't know the first thing about cooking.

As she fell in love with French culture buying food at local markets, sampling the local bistros, and taking classes at the Cordon Bleu her life began to change forever. We follow her extraordinary transformation from kitchen ingénue to internationally renowned (and internationally loved) expert in French cuisine.

Bursting with Child's adventurous and humorous spirit, My Life in France captures post war Paris with wonderful vividness and charm.

YOGA FOR KIDS

LEGENDS OF THE NBA

First Book of

electricity

MY

OF ELECTROMAGNETISM

of

magnetism are all around us and

use them for nearly everything. In fact, it's hard to find anything that works without them. But what actually is electricity? What has it got to do with magnets? What is magnetism? And the most fascinating thing of all, what has all this got to do with light? All these questions are answered in this introduction to the fabulous world of electromagnetism.

First Book of Electromagnetism tells the story of humankind's growing understanding of the forces around us, from Thales of Miletus's first experiments with magnetic attraction in 600 BCE to Michael Faraday and James Clerk Maxwell unifying the fields of magnetism and electricity to develop the theory of electromagnetism.

VIVEK

LUNA LAPIN AND FRIENDS

OF

Introducing Luna Lapin's New Friends presents five characterful animals and their delightful wardrobes: Ziggy the hedgehog, Ottoline otter, Hamish the Highland Cow, Dora the pig and, of course, Luna herself.

Author, Sarah Peel, takes classic garments and recreates them on a miniature scale with exquisite fabrics including Liberty cottons, taffeta, corduroy, velvet, lace and wool tweed. All of the animals are made with wool felt and hand sewn using overstitch/whipstitch this makes them a perfectly portable project that you can work on when you're on the move or when relaxing in the evening. Sarah recommends machine sewing the garments and there are tips and tricks for sewing small items. There are step by step instructions and diagrams for all of the clothes and the animals, and the templates are included at full size so you can get sewing straight away.

Woodworking

hand

WOODWORKING JOINERY BY HAND

twist on the

to first master the difficult skill of cutting perfectly straight and with a high degree of accuracy. With Sugita's unique method of guiding and controlling the saw blade using jigs and magnetic sheets, even a complete beginner can learn advanced joint making techniques with hand tools alone. Making it easy to produce straight and square cuts, this pioneering technique is a game changer for producing high precision, beautifully made wooden joints.

that the novice woodworker

Japanese style saws only cut when pulled towards the body, allowing them to be made of thinner grade metal and therefore cutting a finer, more precise line than more conventional western style saws. This book won't just appeal to beginners, but also more experienced woodworkers who want to brush up on their sawing skills.

one day finding

THE HAPPINESS JAR

twenty years. Matt dreams

own

like his heroic father, as Beth's religious

a childhood of parental

Losing her battle with Cystic Fibrosis, Rachel Hudson asks her family for one last request: a journey to the exotic and the unknown. Ever the free spirit, she administers a dose of her notorious wanderlust.

Happiness Jar reveals the power of letting go of the memories that we think sustain us. It's a story about tightly held beliefs, the fragility of family and how quickly faith can fold when we release the burdens we place on

Australian author of fiction and non fiction for both children and adults. She has just been announced as the

CHILLI & MINT

Chilli & Mint will be an instant favourite for anyone who is interested in food and spice (but not necessarily spicy food!) or the intricacies of Indian home cooking. Written by Torie True, an established food writer and cookery teacher, this beautiful cookbook contains over 100 recipes to bring a little more spice into your culinary repertoire.

Chilli & Mint takes readers on an informative and intoxicating journey from breakfasts worth getting up for, comforting dals and punchy chutneys to sweet and savoury treats, staple Indian breads and spice blends.

There are plenty of tips and tricks for creating successful dishes from scratch, alongside a wealth of information on Indian spices, suppliers, kitchen equipment, fresh ingredients and menu ideas. By following Torie's accessible step by step recipes, anyone can explore the everyday delights of India's wonderfully diverse cuisine at home.

Plant Milk

PLANT MILK POWER

Nearly 50 recipes take you through the step by step process of whizzing up nut, seed, oat, coconut, hemp and tiger nut milks, smoothies and chia bowls, which are flavoured naturally with fruits, spices and other plant based ingredients such as cacao. Among the recipes on offer are a delicious raspberry tiger nut smoothie, a 'Turkish Delight' Chia Bowl and a pistachio, cardamom and rose milk.

So whether you're vegan, lactose intolerant, have allergies, want to improve your wellbeing or simply prefer not to consume dairy, there's something in this collection to revolutionise breakfast for everyone.

TEN POEMS ABOUT FLOWERS

A bouquet is a welcome and beautiful thing, but the beauty is inevitably short lived. This delightful mini anthology, however, is guaranteed never to wither. Roses, fritillaries, daisies, gentians and the humble ragwort are celebrated here by poets ranging from Mimi Khalvati to William Wordsworth.

We experience their colours and scents in vivid language, so each lives on the page with all the intensity of a real flower. Sometimes it seems we can even learn from them; lilacs growing in an urban street know as much about love as we do:

"Lilac, like love, makes no distinction. It will open for anyone. Even before love knows that it is love lilac knows it must blossom." from 'City Lilacs' by Helen Dunmore

This is one of the lovely mysteries of these poems – that a flower can somehow be like us and shed light on our own hopes and joys.

AFTER THE BOUNTY

Boatswain’s Mate James Morrison

the Bounty’s voyage, placing considerable blame for the mutiny on Bligh’s irascible personality and style of command.

This event, however, only introduces Morrison’s remarkable journey through the South Seas. A born storyteller, Morrison pens compelling tales of the time after the mutiny, beginning with ringleader Fletcher Christian’s two ill fated attempts to establish a refuge on the island of Tubuai. Morrison then recounts his eighteen month sojourn on Tahiti, where he constructed a seaworthy schooner and closely observed the island and its way of life.

He tells of the subsequent arrival of HMS Pandora, which was charged with bringing the mutineers back to England for trial, and his imprisonment in the horrific “Pandora’s Box.” Morrison once again faces peril when the Pandora sinks on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, where thirty one of the crew and four prisoners perished.

Although Morrison did not actively participate in the Bounty insurrection, he had remained with Fletcher Christian’s party, which was enough evidence for his eventual condemnation. While imprisoned, Morrison began composing his journal. King George III granted a pardon, and soon after his release, Morrison wrote the second half of the journal, which he filled with detailed descriptions of Tahitian life, culture, and natural history. Morrison’s journal is an invaluable resource for naval and cultural historians and an enthralling tale for the general reader.

SYDNEY

The book celebrates 200 years of the Royal Agricultural Society of New South Wales, telling the fascinating story of the founding of the Society and the annual Sydney Royal Easter Show, its public face and the annual meeting place of country and the city. The high ambitions that drove the founders of the Society to constantly refine and respond to the needs of a changing world have produced a unique institution, the custodian of much of our history as a nation.

The challenges faced by the Society mirror those of the wider community, focusing on those who have fed and clothed us, telling their stories as they created the agricultural industries central to our development as a nation. In many ways the Society's 200 year existence reflects the history and evolution of modern Australia and identifies many of the major achievements and challenges that have created the world as we know it.

Beautifully illustrated and informative, the book will be a joy to

ERICA

MATT

HICKEY, JULIA A.

WINSTON

Queen

HOLLMAN, GEMMA

JAMES

BARCELONA INTERIORS

The most beautiful interiors of Barcelona in a stylish book.

Barcelona and its buildings form a wonderful symbiosis with its own unique personality. In this book, you get to look at different dwellings, their residents and interiors, to find the connection that defines the 'Barcelonese style'.

In the 25 projects brought together in these pages, Barcelona is a myriad of styles and curiosities, of personal histories, of travellers who arrived and never left, of studios seeking to transcribe into the interior the magic and charm, the peace and tranquility of the Mediterranean.

Barcelona Interiors is a celebration of the hydraulic cement tile and the Catalan vault, of high ceilings and the colour white, of suggested fabrics and exposed brickwork, but also of the fearlessness of the avant garde and the craziness of eclecticism. Of the desire to create homes with style in a city, Barcelona, that people fall in love with. Always.

♥ Barcelona's most beautiful interiors gathered in a stylish and inspiring book

ARTHURIAN MYTHS TALES OF HEROES, GODS & MONSTERS

the Roman Empire,

medieval writers, especially from France and Wales, wrote stories about the great British leader, King Arthur. Legends, folklore and myths from this period come together to paint a picture of who he was with some describing him as a great warrior, defending Britain from its enemies, while others suggest Arthur had magical qualities. Throughout this mystery, King Arthur has become an iconic figure, known for his court and knights and his chivalric adventures. This collection offers a selection of myths, featuring Arthur’s knights of the round table, his love for Queen Guinevere and of course the ultimate betrayal by his most trusted knight, Sir Lancelot.

Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction, authors, myths and tales without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library.

aimed

SAILING FOR KIDS

to

first

of

the perfect

is based on the Optimist dinghy, which is the most popular

the

sailing dinghy

covered include what to wear, setting up the boat, sailing and safety. For those who want to go further, there are also tips on sailing faster and preparing to race.

ultimate 'how to' book. Sailing for Kids gets you on the water and around the course with easy to understand step by step manoeuvres, illustrated with logical diagrams and instructive photographs.

straightforward and easy to understand making it a perfect introduction to the sport

illustrated and is simple to follow

BAXTER,

global history

THE GEOGRAPHIES OF WAR

to

state war,

to

'hot' and

a basic element in all stages of war including preparation, planning, onset of conflict, waging wars, assessment of results, post conflict negotiations, analysis and preparation for future conflict. Geography is the vital element in strategy and tactics, and in the spatial context, on land, water and space. It is central to all historical activities from human and animal transport to wind power, coal, seam, oil, jet propulsion atomic weaponry and the threat of cyber conflict. This is essentially a 'modern geography', and not only physical, but political social, economic, cultural and 'human', with emphasis on personal experience. And technical mapping is included the author's particular expertise and accessible to specialist and general readers. A global history of the geographies of war in the context of great power geopolitics to local conflicts.

BLACK, JEREMY

OKINAWA

THE LAST NAVAL BATTLE

well as

unrelenting

of

Japanese

so often detailed in the many books on the battle, the vital part played by the Allied navies in transporting, landing and supporting the ground offensive is all too often overlooked.

The naval forces involved included the US Task Force 58 and the British Pacific Fleet composed of ships from the Royal Australian Navy, the Royal Canadian Navy, and the Royal New Zealand Navy which together with those of the Royal Navy constituted the most powerful fleet Britain had ever put together. The resultant battle saw the Japanese fleet wiped out, but the Allies lost twenty four support vessels and a further 386 ships were damaged many at the hands of the kamikaze pilots.

Lexington

DOYLE, DAVID

DOYLE, DAVID

ROLF

MCNAB,

DOYLE,

THE

BOOK OF THE DEAD

Celtic Book of the Dead

42 card

based on the ancient Irish story of the Voyage of Maelduin, given here in a new translation by Caitlín Matthews. The locations of Maelduin's voyage form the route toward the Blessed Isles that lie west of Ireland; for him, and for the reader, each island reveals the wonders and challenges as he sails nearer to the heart of the Celtic Otherworld. As with the Egyptian Book of the Dead, this oracle gives the soul opportunities to purify, clarify, and refocus.

Filled with wonders, terrors, and transformational experiences, each island represents a staging post on the reader's own voyage to self discovery. As the islands reveal gifts that can be resources for the human condition, so too, solutions and strategies for unknotting life's tangles may be found. The cards have three uses: to divine the path ahead as a guide to the soul's direction, as a way of meditation for personal and environmental healing, and as a Book of the Dead for the dying. This oracle offers a grown up method of divination and meditation, based on an ancient northwestern European tradition.

Your Voyage Awaits... Obstacles and Trials: The Celtic Voyage Tradition

The tradition of the "immrama", a class of tale, always tells of a voyage in which the hero passes into the Otherworld, visiting sequential islands where he is tested by ordeals and trials. With her own translated version, Matthews takes the reader on an odyssey through the oracle. Each card is assigned a location visited by Maelduin and can be used for Divination, Meditation, Journeying, or Soul-Leading.

lush, full colour

Nature, Costume,

JAPAN

into

broad themes

and Aesthetics

often inaccessible

depth and perspective from longtime expats

call the country

journey

Land

an engrossing

will linger in

Sumo offers a unique behind the scenes view into the secret and fascinating world of sumo, a living breathing showcase of ancient Japan.

Sumo is one of the oldest sports in the world, stretching back over 2,000 years. Within the Japanese establishment, there exists a great sense of pride that so little about the sport has changed in the past millennium. Wrestlers still live by a strict code, in and outside of the dojo, and to commit to the sport requires complete devotion from an early age. As Japan has surged forwards into modernity, this fascinating corner of culture has remained anchored to the past. Gaining behind the scenes access is notoriously difficult as sumo is a sport shrouded in secrecy.

SUMO

THE SOUL SUPPORT BOOK

Deb Koffman's witty, brightly coloured cartoons offer wise insights and entertaining perspectives on universal themes, including: getting unstuck, living mindfully, unleashing creativity, and seeking joy.

With playful, witty cartoon art, The Soul Support Book offers wise and reassuring observations on getting unstuck, gaining new perspectives, and opening to love, creativity, and joyfulness in everyday life. Author and artist Deb Koffman first created these colourful cartoons as reminders to herself, with clever visual interpretations of common sayings like: Explore Options; Make Room for What you Need; Consider Another Point of View; Notice What is Happening Now; and Anything is Possible Here.

Her delightfully uplifting mini meditations have found a broad audience, appealing to anyone seeking a little bit of encouragement for approaching life's challenges with insight, open heartedness, and a healthy dose of laughter.

In a postpandemic

SECRET PLACES

to travel

still

The world has lost much of its exotic quality, thanks to media overload, but there are still plenty of marvelous travel destinations to be discovered. This book does the legwork for you by offering insider tips to places away from the madding tourist crowds.

Join us on an exciting journey of discovery: to the Stone Age on the Vega Archipelago, on a cart through Bagan, or on a hike in the Hajar Mountains. Experience natural wonders such as the Chocolate Hills on the Philippine island of Bohol or the dramatic cliffs on Kauai. Marvel at the architectural wonder of the Sun Miracle at Abu Simbel or imagine yourself simply relaxing in paradise on the South Sea island of Samoa. In the inspiring photographs and helpful suggestions, you'll find a surprising source of ideas for your next unique excursion.

MODERN MACRAMÉ STYLE

Modern Macramé Style is the ultimate guide into the world of macramé for beginners. Macramé expert Amaia Martin, from La Terra Macramé, has created 20 unique projects to introduce you to this millenary art and make you fall in love with it! You will be working with sustainable materials such as recycled cotton, jute and raffia, to create a selection of plant hangers, wall hangings and lifestyle items, that will help you develop your macramé skills, as well as adding warmth and a bohemian touch to your home interior. Throughout the book, you will find tips and design variations that will allow you to adapt the projects to your style by using different fibres, colours or techniques. Learn over 10 macramé knots and patterns that will allow you to master this craft and start making your own designs in the future. The world of Modern Macramé will be at your feet! You will be able to create anything from simple plant hangers to intricate lampshades, rugs or even a macramé chair. You will also be introduced to another of Amaia's passions, plants. She has selected her top 10 indoor plants to complement each of the plant hangers in this book, and added care tips to keep them looking their best. Get ready for a crafty journey to a beautiful and sustainable home!

your child

common

THE CHILDREN’S BOOK OF FIRST AID SKILLS

learn basic first aid skills,

aid

burns and breaks, to bumps, bruises

what to do

calling for

never too early to learn basic first aid skills.

your child

look at the pictures

the characters, and to understand

out

learn

first aid skills

KEEPING BACKYARD CHICKENS

From hatchlings to adult laying hens, every stage of a chicken's growth is shown and explained in this highly accessible, photographic introduction to the basics of keeping chickens, including behaviour, housing, feeding, hygiene, and health care.

With delightful photographs, Jenna Woginrich chronicles the life journey of three chickens (Amelia, Honey and Tilda) from fluffy, newly hatched bundles to grown hens laying eggs of their own. Following their progress from day to day and week to week, you'll learn everything you need to know to be successful in raising and keeping a happy, healthy flock. Topics covered include understanding chicken behaviour; housing and feeding requirements; hygiene and basic health care. Both entertaining and educational, this highly accessible book provides just the right amount of information to get started and enjoy the pleasures of keeping backyard chickens.