Trafalgar Square Fall 2009
Total Page:16
File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb
Trafalgar Square Fall 2009 from INDEPENDENT PUBLISHERS GROUP Sharp Suits Eric Musgrave From the lounge to the leisure and everywhere in between, a history of the evolution of the men’s suit. “Full of the photos of the chicest ones ever. Make this fun walk through fashion history a keeper.” —Glamour on Fabulous Frocks The suit is still the uniform du jour for millions of men that can be seen everywhere from boardrooms to bawdy bars. It ranges from the anonymous and dignified dress of politicians and business- men to the expression of dandified tendencies for the young or fashionable. This lushly illustrated review examines the fascinat- ing history of the evolution of the modern suit from the days of the 19th-century tailor-made to the mass industrialization of the early part of the 20th century. The path whereby the dress of the ruling classes became the utilitarian outfit of the worker is also traced, along with a study of the progression of suit style over sub- sequent decades, including the fabrics and cuts used. Eric Mus- grave has has been writing about fashion for more than 25 years. He served as the launch editor of the first men’s magazine FHM, and has held senior positions at numerous fashion magazines, in- cluding Drapers, Men’s Wear, International Textiles, Fashion Weekly, and Sportswear International. Fashion & Appearance/Photography • 200 pp • 9 x 11.5 50 Color Photos • 50 B/W Photos 9781862058521 • January • $40.00 (Can $45.00) Cloth Pavilion Also available: Fabulous Frocks 9781862057982 $45.00 (Can $50.00) 1 The Rolling Stones On Camera, Off Guard 1963–69 Mark Hayward Raw and uncut, an unadulterated look at Mick, Brian, Keith, and the rest of the band in their early days, featuring a slew of rare photographs and a DVD of band footage. For more than 40 years, the Rolling Stones have proved themselves as one of history’s greatest rock bands. This nostalgic anthology takes a pictorial journey back to the roots of the group’s rock stardom and captures a long- lost age of music industry innocence. Featuring an ex- tensive selection of extremely rare photographs—most never previously published—this is a fascinating, behind- the-scenes look at the band during the 1960s. Selections including the very first studio photos taken for Mirabelle magazine and pictures of Mick jumping on a piano at the Isle of Man anniversary show in 1965, are accom- panied by interviews with many of the photographers. A DVD featuring found footage of the band completes this intimate look at the Stones in action. Mark Hayward is the author of The Beatles. Music/Photography • 208 pp • 10 x 11.5 200 Color & B/W Photos • Includes DVD 9781862058682 • November $40.00 (Can $45.00) Cloth • Pavilion 2 The Beatles On Camera, Off Guard 1963–69 Mark Hayward Extraordinary, behind-the-scenes photographs of the legendary John, Paul, George, and Ringo, accom- panied by a DVD packed with rare footage. Featuring more than 200 rare and never-before-seen im- ages, this is a fascinating insight into the private lives of the world’s biggest band. Painstakingly collected and organized, the photos include shots of the Quarrymen, where John first met Paul; shots from the filming of A Hard Day’s Night and the set of Help in the Bahamas; John and Yoko at home; and Paul on holiday in Frank Sinatra’s Learjet. Interviews with many of the pho- tographers provide an extraordinary insight into the background of each shot, while extended captions give further information. A DVD filled with 8mm footage of the band at various locations and concerts completes this fantastically intimate compendium that encapsu- lates the culture, music, and spirit of the 1960s. Mark Hayward is the author of The Rolling Stones. Music/Photography • 208 pp • 10 x 11.5 225 Color & B/W Photos• Includes DVD 9781862058675 • November $40.00 Cloth (Can $45.00) • Pavilion 3 Living Landscapes Creative Visions of the Wild Andy Rouse A stunning collection of images from acclaimed nature photographer Andy Rouse illustrating the interdependence of wildlife and an increasingly threatened environment. Featuring a bevy of captivating images, this unique volume explores both the art of photography and the beauty of the natural landscape. Themed sec- tions explore the concepts of wilderness, camera placement, and dark light and are accompanied by galleries that showcase stunning photographs of animals such as snow geese and wildebeest as they interact with their envi- ronments. Essays at the start of each chapter that discuss both inspiration in photography and shed light on the environment complete this thought- provoking volume. Andy Rouse has published a dozen books on photogra- phy and natural history, including Animal Portraits, Concepts of Nature, Lonely Planet Wildlife Photography, and Penguin Life. He writes regularly for the photographic press and has made and appeared in television pro- grams for the BBC and NBC. Photography/Nature • 160 pp • 9.5 x 11 • 180 Color Photos 9781902538563 • October • $39.95 Cloth • Argentum Graffiti Planet 2 More of the Best Graffiti from Around the World Compiled by KET A brand new sampling of the best street art from around the world, fea- turing an introduction by graffiti legend KET. No longer just vandalism, graffiti has become a recognized urban art form and a unique mode of artistic expression. This jaw-dropping new collec- tion includes examples of incredible street art from a bevy of artists, in- cluding Rosy, Os Gêmeos, Banksy, Atome, Blek le Rat, and Mode 2. Gorgeously produced with more than 100 images, this is an up-close look at today’s most spectacular artists and their work. KET is a world-renowned graffiti artist as well as a lecturer, graffiti historian, and producer. He is the founder of Stress magazine and the author of Graffiti Planet. He lives in New York City. Also available: Art • 128 pp • 7.5 x 5 • 100 Color Photos 9781843173465 • September • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Cloth Michael O’Mara Graffiti Planet 9781843172802 $15.95 (Can $19.95) 4 COLLINS NEED TO KNOW? Collins Need to Know? Cartooning John Byrne Covering every step from drawing the first line to illustrating as a professional, this is a complete guidebook to drawing cartoons. Ideal for the novice cartoonist, this practical guide provides an introduction to the exciting and fun world of cartooning, covering a wide range of cartoons, caricatures, comic strips, and manga. The fundamental skills and techniques needed to draw suc- cessful cartoons of every variety are included along with step-by-step illustrations. Tips on the basic materials needed for cartooning as well as information on the his- tory of cartoons and how to submit drawings to publication complete this practi- cal, user-friendly, introductory reference. John Byrne has illustrated numerous comic books and graphic novels, and is the author of Cartooning, Drawing Cartoons, and Drawing Cartoons That Sell! Art • 192 pp • 6 x 8.5 • 250 Color Photos • 100 B/W Photos 9780007263929 • September • $15.95 Paper • Collins UK Also available: Collins Need to Know? Collins Need to Know? Collins Need to Know? Bass Guitar How to Read a Building Triathalons 9780007261147 • $19.95 9780007247462 • $19.95 9780007262595 • $17.95 The Worlds of John Ruskin Kevin Jackson The life and work of one of history’s most noted artists and critics, including the social, economic, and aesthetic impact of his work. John Ruskin (1819–1900) is best known as perhaps the most influential art critic ever to have lived. His interests ranged far wider than just art—he wrote on edu- cation, nature, architecture, history, aesthetics, economics, and the creation of true wealth. His impassioned critiques have become even more relevant today, as eco- nomic and environmental crises make the creation of a just society increasingly important and difficult. This comprehensive biography explores both the life and thought of Ruskin, situating him in the social, economic, and aesthetic world that he transformed. Illustrated with Ruskin’s own paintings and photographs, this is an intriguing look at a man whose mind and thoughts continue to influence even today. Kevin Jackson is a former lecturer at Oklahoma State University and Van- derbilt University and the author of A Ruskin Alphabet and Invisible Forms. Biography/Art • 128 pp • 8.5 x 10 • 16 B/W Illustrations & Photos 9781843680444 • November • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper Pallas Athene 5 Art of Vintage An Aesthetic Odyssey Through 20 Vintage Perrier-Jouët Champagnes Serena Sutcliffe, Jean-Pierre Devroye, and Federico Simonti Photographs by Makiko Takehara A luxurious book about wine that will easily find a place in the library of art and epicurian lovers everywhere. Includes 40 pages on tracing paper and 20 gatefolds Written by world-famous experts, this unique guide offers fas- cinating, original, and creative insights into art and history through the legendary vintages of Perrier-Jouët champagne—one of the most famous champagne houses in the world. From the oldest vintage champagne of 1825 to the first vintage of the new mil- lennium in 2002, the book details the striking, delicate, and pleas- urable relationship between art and vintage. Each legendary vintage is presented in association with the main artistic trends of the period, a summary of women’s lifestyles of the day, a his- tory of the house of Perrier-Jouët during the year, and notes on the wine and harvests of the season. Each chapter includes a rich variety of illustrations, as well as exclusive artistic photographs of each vintage. Serena Sutcliffe, Master of Wine, is the head of Sotheby’s international wine department and a prominent wine writer.