Cultural History

The Apple is Everything

Barnaby Barford

In mythology, art history and religious iconography, the apple has been imbued with every imaginable human desire. It has been a symbol of love and beauty, of temptation, of immortality, peace, death and poison, of sin and redemption. From Adam and Eve to the trials of Heracles, to the art of Cézanne and Magritte, to Newton’s theory of gravity, the death of Alan Turing and the growth of Steve Jobs, the apple resonates throughout western culture. It is Snow White, William Tell, it is The Beatles and the Viking gods, it is even the American frontier. Now, Barnaby Barford offers a celebration of this fruit, exploring its impact on the history of humankind. Apples have become a recent feature of Barford’s eye-catching installations, whether ripe and healthy or in a state of decay.

The Apple is Everything guides the reader through Barford’s work and ideology.

A provocative new book from sculptor and artist Barnaby Barford, who explores the impact of the apple on history and culture.

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ACC Art Books 6.5 x 9.25in. 288pp., 246 col. May 2022 $35.00/CDN$45.00 Paperback

Human Playground Why We Play

Hannelore Vandenbussche

Why do we play games? That is the question Belgian photographer Hannelore Vandenbussche decided to explore, traveling to numerous countries to roam the world of sports, passion, athletic competition, transition, and emancipation. The athletes she portrays keep old traditions alive or carve out new territory, perform rituals, and celebrate with boisterous parties centered around their games. Meet Buzkashi players astride their horses in Afghanistan, Donga stick fighters in Ethiopia, rugby players in the UK, wrestlers in Bolivia, and many other athletes in these unusual sports. These unique photographs capture athletes from both indigenous cultures in remote parts of the globe and from familiar, Western cultures. They poignantly convey how old traditions are kept alive and new ones are carved out, how rites of passage, ritual, and celebration are all part of the culture of play. Organized thematically in six sections, this book showcases 22 sports from places as far-flung as Mongolia and Madagascar, from jockeys in Dubai to land divers in Vanuatu.

A major streaming service will broadcast a six-part series accompanying the book in May/June 2022, narrated by the well-known actor Idris Elba.

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teNeues Publishing 9.875 x 12.625in. 288pp., 220 col. September 2022 $95.00/CDN$123.50 Hardcover English, Dutch, German A photography book of startling beauty that shows people playing sports all over the world, together with their motivations and their stories.

Big A Photographic Album of the World’s Largest Animals

Amos Nachoum, Marko Dimitrijevic

When we encounter an animal in nature, it triggers something in us; we feel a certain emotion in the presence of the other creature: amazement, adoration, fascination, and indeed, in some situations, fear and apprehension. But a brush with a deer, wild boar, or hare is no comparison to a rendezvous with a grizzly, lion, shark, or pod of whales. Amos Nachoum and Marko Dimitrijevic have experienced this hundreds of times in their combined 70 years as wildlife photographers. Now, for the first time, they are combining their award-winning photographs with previously unpublished photographs of the world’s largest animals in one book.

The two photographers, who are also friends, tell us what it is like to be out in the wild and look the world’s biggest animals right in the eye. The structure of the book’s chapters is arranged based on human emotions such as amazement, admiration, fear, and love. In their book, Nachoum and Dimitrijevic bring us closer to the giant animals of our planet, and allow us to share what these two men feel during these encounters, helping us learn about ourselves when we do so.

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teNeues Publishing 10.875 x 13.375in. 256pp., 180 col. June 2022 $85.00/CDN$110.00 Hardcover English, German The definitive book on the giants of the animal kingdom: two photographers share what moves them when they come face to face with the world’s largest animals, and allow us to experience their encounters in this spectacular wildlife photography book.

On California From Napa to Nebbiolo… Wine Tales from the Golden State

Edited by Susan Keevil, introduction by Karen MacNeil

“California’s wine is the most important development, the best news since the Romans planted the vine on the slopes of Burgundy and in the sand and gravel around Bordeaux.” - Hugh Johnson

On California captures the essence of California’s spectacular array of wine. Beyond the intricate flavors of Pinot Noir, the power of its Cabernet Sauvignon and the elegance of Chardonnay it asks what brought these wines to the Golden State in the first place?

The book explores the grapes and the people who have made California wine great. The pioneers, the boffins, the whizz-kids and scientists, many of whom tell their stories on its pages – some in precious archive material, others have set down their thoughts mid-pandemic in 2021: Randall Grahm, Gerald Asher, Steven Spurrier, Paul Draper and Warren Winiarski take a bow….

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Academie du Vin Library Ltd 7.5 x 9.625in. 288pp., 113 col., 13 b.&w. Available $45.00/CDN$57.50 Hardcover On California explores this worldclass wine region with some of the most respected writers to have written about it. A beautiful volume for all wine lovers.

Paul Newman Blue-Eyed Cool

James Clarke

As an actor who became a film star, Paul Newman repeatedly tapped into his times and in doing so redefined what movie stardom could be. Throughout his career, Newman was extensively photographed: these images enriched film audiences’ connection to him as a cool and graceful presence both on and off-screen.

Douglas Kirkland, Lawrence Fried, Terry O’Neill, Al Satterwhite and Eva Sereny are amongst the photographers who worked with Newman across his career. From early stage-work with his wife, Joanne Woodward, to his love of racing cars, to the essential 1980s drama Absence of Malice to the great success of the new western Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and the cult favorites, Pocket Money and The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean, Newman’s movies were an essential part of American culture.

With comment and contributions from the photographers, Paul Newman: Blue Eyed Cool, gathers together portraits, stage, racing and on-set photography — including never before seen images — in a celebration of an actor who was always… cool.

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ACC Art Books 11.25 x 12.75in. 252pp. June 2022 $65.00/CDN$85.00 Hardcover One of America’s most iconic stars, seen through the lens of five top celebrity photographers: Terry O’Neill, Eva Sereny, Al Satterwhite, Lawrence Fried and Douglas Kirkland.

Beautiful Houses by the Water Living at the Water’s Edge

Edited by The Images Publishing Group

We are all drawn to water, whether for relaxation or recreation. So, it is little surprise that many homes are designed especially for a gorgeous waterfront location. Beautiful Houses by the Water beautifully illustrates examples from around the globe that make the most of their stunning location by the water, creating a relaxed abode with a strong connection to nature. Take an inspiring journey with this gorgeous edition, crammed full of evocative images, through some of the world’s best contemporary and stylish residences that truly showcase their idyllic watery settings, whether it is a river, pond, lake, ocean, or a bay. Enjoy the beauty of a home that is perfectly designed for a its location by the water.

Covering a wide range of residences from across the globe, including Canada, France, Ireland, Norway, Finland, Poland, Russia, Sweden, United Kingdom, and United States, Beautiful Houses by the Water also includes engaging descriptions of each project by the owners, detailing challenges, benefits, and full of tips and tricks from the experts.

Also available: Beautiful Beach Houses ISBN 9781864708615

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The Images Publishing Group 9 x 10.5in. 256pp. May 2022 $45.00/CDN$57.50 Hardcover A beautiful compilation of photogenic residences from around the world, designed to make the most of their waterside locations.

Moody Blooms Designing With Nature

Tricia Guild

In the designs of Tricia Guild, atmosphere is everything. Patterns, color, texture, furniture and furnishings interweave to create spaces that have all the depth and meaning of installation art. Yet just as an outfit never feels complete without a spritz of scent, a room without plants is only nearly complete. Only nearly perfect. At Designers Guild, Tricia Guild uses flowers, leaves and stems to enhance a room’s mood, bringing soul to the spaces we live in. A flower has many spirits over the course of its life, from the promise of those first pristine and innocent buds, to the resplendent joy of full blooms and the wistful glory as they fade. The cycle of nature provides an ever-evolving muse for Tricia Guild. Her latest book explores how blooms can evoke emotion, presenting a plethora of inspirational designs that breathe fresh life into our homes and workspaces.

Evocative floral interiors from leading home and lifestyle company, Designers Guild, exploring how flowers can influence atmosphere through simple, harmonious designs. Includes quotes from artists and famous figures who found their inspiration in flowers.

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ACC Art Books 8.625 x 11.75in. 240pp. May 2022 $45.00/CDN$57.50 Hardcover

Escape to the Country Living on the Farm

Ben Ashby

A slower pace of life, outdoor space and tight-knit communities come hand-inhand with village living – something many have come to appreciate in recent months. Many city-dwellers are looking for an alternative way of life and are preparing to move, making the dream reality. In this beautifully photographed book, Ben Ashby, the editor-in-chief of Folk Magazine, reflects on the authenticity and charm of life on the farm. Having made the move several years ago from New York to Kentucky, he shares his thoughts on fitting into a small town, living on the farm, learning to celebrate the slow life, and being self-sufficient. For each season, he pilots us to the most inspiring farmhouses and pays tribute to the architecture and interiors of these unique spaces, as well as to the lifestyle and sense of community that goes along with country life. Now might be a perfect time for you to give farming life a try!

In this beautifully photographed book, Ben Ashby, the editorinchief of Folk Magazine shares his thoughts on fitting into small town life, living on the farm, learning to celebrate the slow life, and being self-sufficient.

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Lannoo Publishers 8.625 x 11in. 256pp., 240 col. March 2022 $50.00/CDN$65.00 Hardcover

150 Golf Courses You Need to Visit Before You Die A selection of the 150 most marvelous golf courses in the world

Stefanie Waldek

Following 150 Bars, 150 Restaurants, 150 Hotels, 150 Houses and 150 Gardens, 150 Golf Courses You Need to Visit Before You Die is the newest addition to the successful 150 series. Here are the most beautiful golf courses in the world presented in a handy and handsomely illustrated guide. The golf courses bundled in this book are located all over the world and can be found along coastlines, in the mountains, in deserts, and along lakes, and they are all accessible to the public.

Also available: 150 Bars You Need to Visit Before You Die ISBN 9789401449120 150 Restaurants You Need to Visit Before You Die ISBN 9789401454421 150 Gardens You Need to Visit Before You Die ISBN 9789401479295 150 Hotels You Need to Visit before You Die ISBN 9789401458061 150 Houses You Need to Visit Before You Die ISBN 9789401462044

In the latest addition to the successful 150 series, here are the 150 most beautiful golf courses in the world presented in a handy and handsomely illustrated guide.

9789401481953 Lannoo Publishers 6.625 x 9in. 256pp., 150 col., 180 b.&w. March 2022 $39.95/CDN$49.95 Hardcover