Thames & Hudson Ltd

A new, compact edition of Sean Scully's photographs, featuring horizontal and vertical shards of limestone that echo his painted work and reveal a creative process best expressed through abstract shapes.

What is a true 1950s look, as opposed to a 1930s or 1940s look? This book aims to address that question by thoroughly surveying the development of graphic design over the course of the 20th century. It includes timelines for each decade that highlight key moments, styles and movements.

The essential guide to the greatest hits from the tomb of Tutankhamun, presented in a beautiful compact package.

A humorous book that poses and answers twenty questions about our feline friends and what makes them so unique

How do bees communicate? What does a beekeeper do? Did you know that Napoleon loved bees? Who survived being stung by 2,443 bees? This book answers all these questions and many more, tracking the history of bees from the time of the dinosaurs to their current plight.

Over the years, digital tools have radically transformed the design, practice and construction of architecture. But behind the superslick, photorealist renderings of projects that are never built is an entire body of design research that informs innovations in design and construction. This book examines the various areas of architectural design.

A much-needed straightforward introduction to the ever-evolving story of abstract art, as told through the work of 55 pioneering artists.

A beautifully illustrated exploration of the textile traditions of a culturally diverse region, from the late 18th century to the present day.

Features revealing interviews with Francis Bacon that was conducted over a period of 25 years by a distinguished art critic. In this book, Bacon considers the problems of realism, sheds new light on aspects of his life, talks about his aims as a painter and ways in which he works.

Explores various paintings in the context of Van Goghs short but brilliant career, allying the works to his correspondence.