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Pacific Natural Everywhere
A celebrated tastemaker, Kayne spans the worlds of interiors, entertaining, and fashion. Inspired by organic textures, thoughtful simplicity, and natural landscapes, Kayne embodies an earthy and effortless aesthetic one that is intentional and where beauty and authenticity exist in every detail. In her third book Kayne shares beautifully designed interiors of creative women and their families across the United States who embrace a similar natural design ethos. The book introduces the homes by location, spanning varied landscapes, climates and design characteristics: houses by the ocean in California, among the redwoods in Washington, in the mountains of Colorado, or just north of New York City in the Hudson Valley. Lovely photographs illustrate how the women live in these spaces, room by room, and include smaller styling vignettes showcasing collectibles and personal objects. Interviews discuss each woman s design philosophy and her ideas for living well at home. With a mix of visual inspiration and practical tips and resources, Kayne encourages us to express our individual style through decor, showing us how to create beautiful interiors that help us to live joyfully and mindfully, treating life s details with creativity and care.
Flowering Outdoors
For this breathtaking volume, Shaw explores how leading tastemakers share their joy of flowers outdoors in such spaces as terraces, dining pavilions, and loggias in a variety of locations from the city and country to the mountains and the seaside. Such designers and floral and design experts as Meg Braff, Kate Rheinstein Brodsky, Zeze, Bettie Bearden Pardee, India Hicks, and others impart their personal botanical point of view. They show how to incorporate flowers in outdoor 'rooms' in terra-cotta containers, metal urns, and other types of pots and planters, and present numerous ways to entertaining alfresco with floral flair. This gorgeously photographed book concludes with a primer on garden elements, including architecture (gazebos, trellises, folies, and so on), statuary, furniture, and live sculpture (topiaries). Inspirational and instructive, it is a must-have for flower enthusiasts, home decorators, gardeners, and haute hosting.
The Happy Home
Since debuting on the scene as the designer of Lena Dunham s West Village apartment, Okin has established herself as a powerhouse in the industry. Her interiors are both approachable and sophisticated and have helped her garner an ever-growing social media following of more than 150,000, as well as a place on House Beautiful s Next Wave list and House & Garden s Gold List. Okin s first book, which she is writing herself, is an exploration of her belief that the best homes reflect the stories of their inhabitants. The houses featured include a Hamptons beach house, a home as well as projects across the country, from Southampton to Brooklyn, Palm Beach to New Canaan, Connecticut to Manhattan, as well as Okin s own house outside of New York City,. Whether it s a young family who just purchased their first home or a design connoisseur with an extensive library, this book will appeal to everyone seeking to transform their house into a home.
The Enchanting Interiors of Bunny Mellon
The houses of Mellon and her husband Paul have become icons in the field of interior decoration, filled with fine antiques, blue-chip works of art (with an occasional Van Gogh, Cezanne, or Degas left unframed and propped on a mantel or against the back of a chair), comfortably upholstered furniture, and collections of dishes and bibelots all displayed in Mellon s inimitably sophisticated and charming way. Campbell was employed by Mellon in 1970 for six years, after her college graduation, to document in paint several Mellon residences presented here as a group for the first time. This book the culmination of an unfinished project that Mellon was organizing in her later years presents Campbell s paintings capturing the colors, light, and ambiance of rooms and gardens, as well as intricate patterns and details of furnishings in rooms arranged with help from renowned decorators John Fowler and Bruce Budd. Three residences in New York City, Washington, DC, and Upperville, Virginia are the focus, with texts by society chronicler James Reginato describing Mellon s decorating style and how she used each property for escape or as a backdrop for her and her husband s hospitality. Opening the doors to a life of superb taste and connoisseurship, this volume is an homage to the outstanding interiors of a renowned couple and the extraordinary work of a young artist.
Refined Interiors
As a trained architect, Johnston has a keen eye for the classic design principles of balance and proportion. His application of clean lines and tailored details demonstrate his timeless sensibility, but he imbues every space with something unexpected to make it feel modern. The homes he creates are both classic and cool, curated with a contemporary eye, a distinctive fusion of styles, time periods, and cultures to create interiors that defy the cliche. In an opening section of his principles, Johnston discusses Intention, Theatre, Architecture, Juxtaposition, Imperfection, Art, Scale, Texture, and Color. The book then segues into seven homes embodying modern elegance, many of which have never been seen before. The rooms reflect a unique blend of creativity, functionality, and a deep understanding of aesthetics. Johnston explores each home in detail, and provides a comprehensive look into his design philosophy, methodologies, and his most important dos and don ts when it comes to creating a home. Whether discussing the role of scale, daytime vs nighttime rooms, creating drama in hospitality spaces, or why every room needs a bit of black, Johnston will guide readers through every part of the design process, making this book a source of inspiration and learning not only to those in the design community, but to anyone looking for ideas and lessons on designing a home.
Háčkované květiny
Tento praktický průvodce nabízí 35 návodů na tvorbu překrásných háčkovaných květů a celých kytic, od růží a slunečnic až po exotické orchideje či lilie. Otevře vám svět neomezených možností, v němž můžete podle vlastní fantazie tvořit trvalé a udržitelné dekorace, které nikdy neztratí původní svěžest.
Díky srozumitelným postupům „krok za krokem“ se naučíte skládat květy z okvětních plátků a vytvářet celé rostliny se stonky a listy, které působí jako živé. Navíc získáte 5 návodů na kompletní kytice k různým příležitostem a tipy, jak nejlépe kombinovat různé květy, abyste mohli tvořit vlastní květinové vazby. Ať už tedy hledáte trvalou dekoraci pro svůj domov, nebo dárek pro milovanou osobu, díky této knize to hravě zvládnete.
A Fraction of a Point
When the Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School gymnastics team competes in the Ohio High School Athletic Association state gymnastics meet, they’re expected to win. That’s because they’ve won each year—since 2004. And as the streak builds, there’s more pressure each year on the public school’s team to continue that tradition. No year was more tense than the year that they were hoping to take home their 20th straight title. A Fraction of a Point follows the Bees throughout the intense 2022–2023 season as the team works toward the state meet. During one of their most competitive seasons in recent years, sports journalist Nina Mandell explores the gymnasts’ backstories and traces the legacy of the Ganim family, the team’s longtime coaches. But this isn’t just a story about one historic season. At its heart, it’s also about the teenagers balancing athletics with high school life, the larger community that supported the team, what it means to compete for the joy of the sport, and the athletes’ and coaches’ dedication even while facing immense pressure. Ultimately, the state title comes down to the final event. As the Bees line up to compete, the gym falls silent. Hundreds of gymnasts and their supporters from around the state watch and wonder: Will the Bees maintain their streak? Or will this be the year it all ends?
ZEBs
In recent years there has been universal agreement that traditional methods of fuelling buses and coaches need to be replaced with zero-emission alternatives. Zero-emission buses (ZEBs) are the latest development in bus technology and follow the introduction of low-emission buses and ultra-low emission buses. Bus companies have trialled and ordered considerable deliveries of electric, hydrogen and hybrid vehicles but the process hasn’t been without its problems, specifically around having the necessary infrastructure in place for charging batteries etc. Coach operators are starting to come on board too with longer distance journeys now possible.Richard Walter examines developments in both the UK and overseas with an array of interesting and mainly unpublished photos of many of the zero-emission vehicles now in service.
London's Metrobuses
The Metrobus was the first bus to be built and designed in its entirety by Metro Cammel Weymann (MCW). West Midlands PTE and London Transport were the biggest customers of the MCW Metrobus. The first five trial Metrobuses entered service with London Transport during 1978 and 1979. In 1979 and 1980, a large number of Metrobuses entered service in north-west and south-west London. These vehicles replaced many of the DMS-class and other single-deck models. Towards the end of 1980, the type was put on the Airbus services linking central London with Heathrow Airport. London Transport took stock of 1,440 standard Metrobuses. In 1982, the Metrobus Mark II was launched, with changed styling at the front. London Transport initially ordered two of these buses, trialling them against three other models, the Leyland Olympian, Dennis Dominator and Volvo B55 Ailsa. Another twenty-eight Mark II Metrobuses were purchased by London Buses Limited in 1987 for the low-cost Harrow Buses unit. These were operated briefly and withdrawn in 1991. Slotted in between these were nine second-hand Metrobuses purchased from Greater Manchester Buses, with another five from Busways, with these and the former Manchester examples allocated to Potters Bar. By this time, 1,485 MCW Metrobuses were operating in London. Those purchased by London Transport passed to private operators in 1994 and operated with them until the new millennium. Other Metrobuses were also acquired by tour operators in the capital, who converted them to open-top layout.David Beddall provides a snapshot of the Metrobus while in service in London, both on London Regional and Transport for London services, as well as those examples that saw further service in London as sightseeing buses.
The Manchester to Buxton Line
The Peak District spa town of Buxton was hugely popular in the nineteenth century and the prospect of a railway line from Manchester to the town was desirable for railway companies during the railway boom in the Victorian age. The Manchester & Birmingham Railway opened its first Manchester station in 1840 and the line reached Stockport that year. By 1863 the London & North Western Railway finally reached Buxton, forestalling its rivals. This book follows the development of the line from today’s Piccadilly Station in Manchester to Buxton. The book examines the development of the line from its beginnings to the present day, stations and stops along the way, the lives of those who financed and built the line and rolling stock of the various companies operating the line through the years. Illustrated throughout with contemporary photographs, maps, tickets and other railwayana, the book is a fascinating portrait of what is today one of North West England’s busiest commuter routes.
Southern Region Locomotives in the 1970s and 1980s
British Railways’ modernisation plan permitted individual regions to specify locomotives to fit their own requirements rather than opt for a ‘one size fits all’ policy. As a result, the Southern Region with its third rail network ended up with some very specialised locomotives. Its thrifty reuse and rebuild policy also affected this. The Class 09 shunters stayed entirely on the Southern until privatisation. The Class 71s and the rebuilt Class 74s were all bar one example scrapped very early on. The Class 33 and Class 73 have over the years trundled well off the Southern, and the fact that many Class 73s are still in everyday service after sixty years shows how versatile they are. Bi-modes decades before it became fashionable!In this volume Andy Gibbs revisits Southern Region locomotives and charts their spread across the country during the 1970s and 1980s with a variety of previously unpublished photographs.
Mini 1959-2000
When it was launched in 1959, the Mini stunned the world with its ingenious compact design. In this book, Mini expert and fan Peter Barker tells the full story of the classic Mini through the decades, from the 1950s to the millennium. Drawing on interviews with the original designers and engineers, he provides the inside story of how the Mini was developed. From the 1960s when the Mini became a cultural icon, boosted by its starring role in The Italian Job, through the sensible seventies, when the Mk 3 was launched as well as the Mini Clubman and 1275 GT, to the eighties and nineties, with the launch of the Mk 4, when the Mini was still a cool choice as well as an economic one. After the millennium, the classic Mini’s spirit would live on in the all-new BMW Mini.Featuring unique interviews with the Mini’s original designers and engineers and accompanied by both archive photography and photos from the author’s own forty-year collection, this book is an essential and fitting tribute to one of Britain’s most famous and best-loved cars.
The Art of Skiing
Skiing is more than just a sport – it’s a way of life that blends elegance, adventure, and a deep connection to nature. This Callwey book takes readers on a journey to the world’s most stunning ski destinations – from the legendary slopes of the Alps to the untouched powder of Japan and Alaska. It offers insights into exclusive resorts, hidden gems, and the dedicated people behind the scenes who create unforgettable mountain experiences. Engaging portraits, captivating anecdotes, and historical perspectives invite readers to immerse themselves in the rich culture of skiing – complemented by expert tips for stylish travel, essential gear, and the finest spots for apres-ski and fine dining.
Sport and Violence Against Women
Sport and Violence Against Women offers an incisive examination of violence against women in the world of athletics. Drawing on decades of award-winning sociological research, authors Walter S. DeKeseredy, Martin D. Schwartz, and Leah Oldham provide an accessible yet rigorous analysis that bridges empirical evidence, theoretical frameworks, and policy considerations. The book confronts urgent questions, exploring why elite, amateur, and professional sports often serve as strongholds for rape culture, misogyny, and abuse; the roles of male athletes, coaches, and authority figures in perpetuating physical, sexual, psychological, and economic violence against women and girls; and how a culture of toxic masculinity persists in sports, even as other sectors of society make strides toward greater gender equity. By exploring the political, economic, and organizational factors that sustain these harmful dynamics, the authors illuminate the broader social forces at play and challenge readers to consider what can be done to address these pressing issues. Impactful and relevant, Sport and Violence Against Women is essential reading for scholars, policymakers, journalists, athletics enthusiasts, and laypeople alike – sparking debate and demanding action in the ongoing fight against violence toward women in sport.
When Trees Testify
The histories of trees in America are also the histories of Black Americans. Pecan trees were domesticated by an enslaved African named Antoine; sycamore trees were both havens and signposts for people trying to escape enslavement; poplar trees are historically associated with lynching; and willow bark has offered the gift of medicine. These trees, and others, testify not only to the complexity of the Black American narrative but also to a heritage of Black botanical expertise that, like Native American traditions, predates the United States entirely. In When Trees Testify, award-winning plant biologist Beronda L. Montgomery explores the ways seven trees - as well as the cotton shrub - are intertwined with Black history and culture. She reveals how knowledge surrounding these trees has shaped America since the very beginning. As Montgomery shows, trees are material witnesses to the lives of enslaved Africans and their descendants. Combining the wisdom of science and history with stories from her own path to botany, Montgomery talks to majestic trees, and in this unique and compelling narrative, they answer.
On the Grid
'On the Grid is incredibly special. I loved every thoughtfully written word' Will Buxton 'Luke is one of the foremost journalists within the paddock. His book draws the curtain back on our sport... Very few titles have covered the stories of the unsung members of the F1 community in this level of detail and with such vibrancy' Toto Wolff 'Even if you think you know everything there is to know about Formula 1, you'll learn something within these pages'GP Racing Formula 1 might only have twenty drivers in its most elite competition, but each is supported by a world-class team of mechanics, engineers, strategists, party planners and much more. In On the Grid journalist Luke Smith takes us behind the scenes of the past, present and future of the sport, telling its story through the eyes of the people who create it, including the all-important fans. We see thrilling drama, cutting-edge technology, the stress and the glamour. Smith takes us to the starting grid, full of engine fumes and sweat, to yacht parties in Monaco and to the pit lane for the critical mid-race decisions. We see how a fifty-pence screw in the wrong place could cause a £15m car to break down, how F1 has influenced not just the cars we drive but life-saving medical equipment and even croissants, how you create a Grand Prix track from scratch. On the Grid shows us what it’s like to work in a high-pressure and inherently dangerous sport; showcases the personalities that give it such drama and intrigue; examines how the sport is addressing its critics around inclusivity and environmental impact. For both long-time fans and newcomers, what results is the definitive, access-all-areas account of what makes F1 stand alone in world sport.
Cycling Climbs of Scotland
Wild, remote, windswept and utterly epic, Scotland’s climbs are not for the faint of heart. In Cycling Climbs of Scotland, Simon Warren (@100climbs) crosses weather-beaten islands and snow-covered mountains on roads that demand respect and reward effort with breathtaking beauty. From the famous glens and lochs that draw visitors from across the globe rise legends such as The Lecht, the Wall of Talla and the mighty Bealach na Ba. If you crave rugged adventure, fresh air and pristine wilderness, head north and take on the Cycling Climbs of Scotland. This second edition for 2026 features stunning photography, updated stats and the latest information to guide your next ride.
Symphonic
A lyrical and personal account of Jim Crumley’s lifelong quest to find harmony in nature and to hold nature at the centre of his every thought and action as he celebrates our precious planet. Renowned nature writer Jim Crumley draws on more than six decades of immersion in wild landscapes to explore the profound harmony at the heart of the natural world—and why it matters now more than ever. With the lyrical clarity and passionate advocacy that have made him Scotland’s foremost nature commentator, Crumley weaves together close observation, personal encounters, and ecological insight to reveal nature as a vast, interconnected symphony. He argues that our survival depends on relearning how to listen to the land, to recognise our place within the great orchestration of life rather than apart from it. Through evocative prose built on his expertise and care, Crumley urges us to defend the beauty and balance of the living world, offering both a celebration and a clarion call. Symphonic is a vital testament from a writer whose life’s work is a passionate defence and celebration of nature’s enduring—and endangered—harmony.
Field Guide to Birds of the Indian Subcontinent
"Pretty much indispensable to a birder travelling in the subcontinent" - British BirdsWith a wide range of habitats and a dazzling and diverse avifauna, the Indian Subcontinent is one of the world''s greatest birding hotspots. This second edition of Richard Grimmett, Carol Inskipp and Tim Inskipp''s ground-breaking work is a comprehensive field guide to the region, covering all species known to occur in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and the Maldives.Fully revised and updated, this authoritative book includes more than 240 colour plates of detailed illustrations, alongside concise species accounts describing key identification features, range, habitat and voice with accurate range maps for each species.Peerless in the scope of its coverage yet still portable enough for field use, Field Guide to Birds of the Indian Subcontinent is an essential companion for any birdwatcher tackling the mountains, rainforests, plains, wetlands or deserts of this magical region.
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