Cernunnos – serie

Beloved by millions, praised by film critic Roger Ebert as “the best animation filmmaker in history,” and referred to as the “Japanese Walt Disney,” Hayao Miyazaki is known for his sense of whimsical adventure, deep reverence for nature, and strong female characters. As a prolific creator, his influence and admirers include Steven Spielberg, Wes Anderson, and Akira Kurosawa.Curated by Spoke Art Gallery, My Neighbor Hayao features work from more than 250 artists in celebration of the acclaimed Japanese filmmaker and animator. Showcasing a diverse array of original painting, embroidery, sculpture, and limited edition prints that were first exhibited at Spoke during three highly popular group exhibitions attracting more than 10,000 attendees, this beautiful book grants fans of Miyazaki another creative avenue to explore his inspired worlds through interpretations of characters and themes found in iconic films including My Neighbor Totoro, Howl’s Moving Castle, Spirited Away, and Princess Mononoke.

A stunning bilingual, illustrated, and photographic account of a celebrated Mexican traditionIn this gorgeous coffee table book, beloved Mexican art and culture magazine Artes de México creates a written, illustrated, and photographic account of the Day of the Dead celebration that takes readers through the origins of the holiday, as well as its history and evolution and the many ways it's celebrated today.The lively Mexican holiday of Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) brings together sorrow and laughter, drawing from indigenous traditions of celebrating one’s ancestors and loved ones who have been lost. It’s a day of serenity, family, and exuberant creativity, where sugar and skulls can exist side by side.Alongside the visually stunning displays of altars, cemeteries, costumes, and festivities, a group of renowned Mexican writers has contributed essays that cover topics including the holiday’s rural and urban distinctions, occult ancestry, and Indigenous rituals. Their words are imbued with spectacular personal significance—and impressive academic rigor—as they recount local legends, family traditions, and tales of life, death, and wandering souls.

Celebrity botanist Joey Santore’s delightfully irreverent almanac of rare and beautiful plants from around the worldCrime Pays But Botany Doesn’t by Joey Santore is a crass, low-brow approach to the exciting world of plant ecology and evolution, as written by a misanthropic Chicago Italian. Santore badmouths his way across six regions of the world in a colorful exploration of the weirdest, wildest plants to be found anywhere on the planet.Within the pages of this book, readers will find everything there is to know about the Internet’s favorite botanist and his eventful travels: a biographical section detailing Santore’s path from railroads to rhododendrons features alongside a botany crash course, a stunning photographic guide to worldwide plant ecosystems, conversations with notable botanists, and loads of illustrations, fun facts, and trivia.After the incredible success of Nicole Angemi’s Anatomy Book, Cernunnos continues to explore the world of science with the help of a cast of celebrity experts. Get lost in the plant realm with Joey Santore and you’ll see why his dedicated audience of nearly a million continues to bloom and grow.

A stunning century-spanning visual journey through the world’s most fascinating city as promoted by the top advertisers and artists of poster history.From the Statue of Liberty to Times Square, Harlem to Coney Island, this iconic art book covers 100 years of how New York City was sold to the world via graphic design. The book’s historic posters feature New York City’s iconic skyline, unique architecture, and the warmth and charms of its individual neighborhoods.With artwork that depicts landmark events that made NYC the capital of style and entertainment, these posters capture and promote the ever-changing, idealized view of the city.Wonder City of the World features essays from PBS’s Antiques Roadshow star, antiques expert, and author Nicholas D. Lowry alongside co-authors Angelina Lippert, Tim Medland, and Catherine Bindman and design experts Colette Gaiter, Jon Key, Jennifer Rittner, and Michele Washington.The perfect gift for fans of the City That Never Sleeps.Table of Contents:Early New York Tourism Emblem of a Nation Lady Liberty New York by Rail New York from the Sea The New York World's Fairs New York from the Air Times Square: The Heart of New York Streetscapes & Urban Oases End of an Era Featured Essays:David Klein’s New YorkI’ve Seen the Future: Sascha Maurer’s Posters for the 1939 New York World’s FairSoft Light, Big City: Leslie Ragan’s New York PostersThe Enemy is at the Gate of New York: Joseph Pennell’s Wartime Warning

This exceptional volume celebrates one of the greatest heroes in world cultural heritage: the Little Prince.Created in conjunction with some of the story’s greatest connoisseurs, this visual dictionary presents every aspect of The Little Prince: a behind-the-scenes look at the writing of the tale and its publication; the secrets of an unpublished chapter; rare illustrations by the author; photographs of the original manuscript; a guide to all the main characters, settings, and objects, and more.This is the story of a timeless tale for readers both young and old; it is the chronicle of a philosophical fable that has marked––and changed––the lives of generations of enthusiastic readers; it is the saga of a cult classic, second only to the Bible as the world’s bestselling book.From its first edition published in the United States in 1943 to its recent adaptation as an animated feature film, discover the incredible success of author Saint-Exupéry’s masterpiece, The Little Prince. This official album also includes—for the very first time—the numerous tributes paid to this admirable story, including films and animated cartoon series, musicals, graphic novels, and merchandising.

A fanciful collection featuring gorgeous detailed imagery of the world’s most fabulous insectsDiscover the Titan of the Amazon, the “antosaur,” fabulous butterflies with birdlike wings, and even more of the world’s most unbelievable insects in this collectible volume.Richly illustrated and written by eminent entomologists, this work unveils 50 insects (from among the million hopefuls) that illustrate the beauty and strangeness of this universe, their world so close and yet so mysterious.What is this beetle that symbolized the sun for the Egyptians? Who is the Maoris’ “god of ugly things”? How did Darwin predict the existence of a butterfly without ever having seen one? The diversity and sheer global number of insects influences the balance of terrestrial natural environments.They evoke both our fear and fascination. Some were worshipped, others inspire technical uses, and often, their appeal inspires artists or poets. That’s why this book also explores how insects have inspired artwork and scientific innovation throughout history.