Tectum

This coffee-table book is a photographic celebration of excellence in sport, uniting the world's all-time greats in all fields of sporting endeavour. It is a timeless book showcasing the most iconic images from the professional and private lives of these men and women, accompanied by to-the-point summaries of their careers. It includes: 1920 to 1960: Johnny Weissmuller; Stanley Matthews; Babe Ruth; Jesse Owens; Sugar Ray Robinson; Ferenc Puskas; Joe DiMaggio; Emil Zatopek; and Juan Manuel Fangio; 1960 to 1970: Pele; Wilt Chamberlain; Jack Nicklaus; Rod Laver; Anton Geesink; Billie Jean King; and, Jean-Claude Killy; 1970 to 1980: Johan Cruijff; Muhammad Ali; Bjorn Borg; Mark Spitz; Nadia Comaneci; Ingemar Stenmark; Eddy Merckx; Vasili Aleksejev; and, Giacomo Agostini; 1980 to 1990: Diego Maradona; Magic Johnson; Wayne Gretzky; Mike Tyson; Martina Navratilova; Torvill & Dean; Katarina Witt; Carl Lewis; Jahangir Khan; Ayrton Senna; and, Alain Prost; 1990 to 2000: Michael Jordan; Pete Sampras; Sergey Bubka; David Douillet; Michael Schumacher; and, Stefan Everts; and, 2000 to 2010: Zinedine Zidane; Tiger Woods; Roger Federer; Michael Phelps; Usain Bolt; Lance Armstrong; Valentino Rossi; and, Kelly Slater.

A bad boy doesn't follow rules - he makes his own. He is utterly relaxed and extremely confident. He just doesn't give a damn. And he always gets what he wants. That's what makes him so attractive to women. And of course, the object of admiration and jealousy for other men. This wonderfully illustrated book showcases iconic images of the world's most iconic bad boys, in fiction as well as in real life. Featuring Sean Penn, Charlie Sheen, Mick Jagger, Don Draper, James Bond, Flavio Briatore, Michael Hutchence, Alain Delon, James Dean, Chuck Bass, and many, many more.

This beautifully illustrated and luxuriously packaged volume sheds interesting new light on a trend that has been around since time incarnate. The history of the tattoo began over 5,000 years ago and is as diverse as the people who wear them: tattoos have been used as symbols of spirituality, devotion or religion; as status symbols, rewards for bravery or symbols of rank; as amulets or talismans; as a means of identification; and even as a symbol of punishment, slavery, crime or imprisonment. Today, tattooing is recognized as a socially acceptable and legitimate art form that attracts men and women of all walks of life. This large format book packaged in a clamshell box showcases more than 400 images of tattoos and tattooed people from all layers of society and all parts of the world, throughout time. As a coffee table book, it is a welcome introduction to the wonderful world of tattoos and the perfect gift to yourself or anybody else, inspiring both conversations as well as the desire to get a tattoo.

The author's wine cellar is considered by many experts to be the finest in the world. Michel-Jack Chasseuil is one of the world's renowned wine collectors, accumulating the greatest vintages ever produced. The result is a breathtaking collection of over 35,000 bottles, of which the eldest dates back to the 18th century. In this book, he shares his personal experiences about the wines of the world, the history of his passion, his frenetic search for rare and forgotten bottles, grape selection, production, the best vintages and personal tasting notes. With the author's help you will discover 100 of the most extraordinary bottles of wine that you will ever encounter.

This is not just a cookbook! It is a large-format culinary travel guide packed with colour illustrations which presents the best of French food, with sections devoted to classic French products and information on the countryside and the different areas, from Normandy to the Mediterranean sea, where these exceptional products start life. Each chapter of this amazing book is dedicated to one of the regions of France, with characteristic products, classic recipes and a brief photographic article of the area, including notes on history, art and traditions.

Tectum's bestselling book is being relaunched in a compact paperback edition packaged in a festive gift box which includes a very special Toys For Boys wristwatch. Customized fashion accessories, hi-tech electronic gadgets and extraordinary motor vehicles play a leading role in the 432 pages of this tribute to the very best of exclusive top-of-the-range men's gifts. These unique luxury products are especially designed for the style-conscious status-seeking consumer (or aspirant) for whom money is no object. These are the ultimate luxury toys for men, attainable for few but still the object of dreams and conversations for many.

Rome, the eternal city, is imbued with centuries of history and culture. It is not just Italy's capital and largest city, it is a city of great emperors, famous popes and artistic masters such as Michelangelo, Bernini and Raphael. This book will make you feel like you are strolling through the picturesque streets of this magnificent city, admiring stunning art and architecture, enjoying famous sites like the Pantheon and the Coliseum, living la dolce vita and watching the city come to life on a piazza with a romantic fountain and animated Italians on Vespa scooters.

This latest title in the Mini Bible series celebrates the people who have left an indelible mark on the last sixty years. From popular and music culture, through movies, politics, science, art, literature, fashion and the news - the whole of stardom is covered. Over 350 amazing photographs of celebrities of today and yesterday are reproduced in full colour and vintage black and white. The stunning pictures speak for themselves; there is no text other than the captions.

The motorcycle has come a long way since its invention. Originally built as a cheap, functional form of transport, it is now an object of beauty, exuding style, sex appeal and impressive power. This luxurious photographic history of the motorcycle takes you on a breathtaking ride from the 1920s to the present day. Detailed images depict brands from Japan, Italy, Germany, the USA and the UK, showing off their aesthetics and inspired technology up close, while general pictures an evolutionary journey of experimental designs, classic models and familiar, modern shapes.

In this compact format reference book, the reader is treated to an immense variety offlats and apartments from around Europe and the world, in a wide range of sizes and price brackets. They have all been decorated with great ingenuity and imagination, providing immediate inspiration for anyone interested in apartment living.

An exclusive design or a special edition can make almost any object into a luxury item. But there is only one item in each category that can call itself the most expensive in the world. The Barbie doll with a diamond dress or the unique office chair by a top designer. There is even the most expensive hamburger. This book doesn't forget the classics, of course: the priciest luxury car, the gold mobile phone and the one and only Rolls-Royce among wristwatches. The most expensive luxuries reveal a world full of oddities that sometimes make you smile, or else dream with yearning.

Do you remember the good old days back in the 1950s? The petticoats and polyester slacks, the massive Cadillacs and tiny Fiats, the hula hoops, Tupperware and Coca-cola? Marilyn Monroe and Elvis Presley; Playboy magazine and Transistor Radios; Chanel No. 5 and Christian Dior. Prepare yourself for an amazing journey into the past. This book presents household products, innovations in fashion, style, art, science and technology which influenced the lifestyle of the rock 'n' roll generation.

If the materials make the artist, then the right cooking toysA" can be the making of the chef. Chefs are as passionate about using the best tools for their craft as they are about the perfect ingredients used in their cuisine. This latest title in Tectum's acclaimed Toys series showcases incredible examples of technical innovation and modern technological aids for both the amateur and professional chef. Each spread unveils a beautiful array of high-tech appliances, stylish gadgets and cooking tools, dream kitchens and sci-fi cookers that have been influenced by cutting-edge product designers.

The ultimate photo book for car lovers who appreciate the beauty of automotive design. This exquisite collection of photographs portrays the most iconic cars in history, from classic models to more recent super cars. It leads the enthusiast on a visual journey through the decades and across continents, revealing how the finest car makers in the world competed with each other to produce some of the most stunning cars ever built. Innovative technology, design, power, art and elegance combine in this must have book filled with fabulous interior and exterior images of classics like the Mercedes Benz 540, the Ferrari 500 TRC and the Chevrolet Corvette. Over 400 pages of images unsullied by text

A combination of beautiful design, a touch of exclusiveness and a unique history turn a normal product into a phenomenon - they become cult. They fascinate people beyond all social boundaries and influence the image of an entire generation. From a car to a piece of clothing to a coffee machine, cult products are found in all areas and are passionately revered by many people. What they all have in common, what connects Coca-Cola with the Helly Bag by Hermeés, is a certain attitude toward life that they represent and the inspiration they exude - in the past, today and even in the future. Cult Masterpieces pays respect to these products and presents them on 400 richly illustrated pages.

A star is dead - a legend is born! When death strikes unexpectedly and unfulfilled promise is nipped in the bud, myths are made. This stunningly illustrated book offers a tribute to the lives and work of more than 100 international celebrities of the last century that went before their time. They include musicians, actors, artists, sports stars, politicians and royalty, including: Marc Bolan, Jacques Brel, Jeff Buckley, Karen Carpenter, Ian Curtis, Nick Drake, Edith Piaf, Sid Vicious, Jim Morrison, Anne Frank, Che Guevara, John F Kennedy, Princess Diana, Princess Anastasia, Jan Palach, Eva Peron, Heath Ledger, Bruce Lee and James Dean.