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From gardening to Greek gods, these hardback books are beautiful on the outside and inside.
Rachel Deeley 23 NOVEMBER 2023
It's a well-known adage that you can't judge a book by it's cover, but any book lover knows that's not quite true. The right volume – whether it's about the cosmos or ceramics, music or mythology – can make a great statement piece and add a personal, decorative touch to any living space.
Whether you're searching for a thoughtful gift that they can read and proudly display on their coffee tables, or simply want a fascinating new book of your own, we've rounded up the best hardbacks that are beautiful on the outside and the inside.
In this book that counts Seth Rogen and Nigel Slater among its fans, ceramicist Florian Gadsby shares his lessons and experiences from the years he spent honing his craft. Spanning the creative influences of his childhood in England to his time studying in Ireland and Japan, By My Hands is a thoughtful, captivating, and beautifully photographed love letter to the art of pottery.
The year is 1964. The Beatles are on tour in America, firmly cementing their status as the biggest band in the world, and Beatlemania has reached dizzying new heights. Featuring hundreds of previously unpublished photographs from Paul McCartney's archive, 1964: Eyes of the Storm captures an extraordinary moment in cultural and musical history.
Follow Persephone on her doomed abduction into the underworld, discover the fateful moment Pandora released a vortex of vile creatures from her jar, and live vicariously through the passionate love story of Eros and Psyche. Stephen Fry's brilliant retelling of the myths of ancient Greece breathes new life into old tales, covering everything from Apollo to Zeus. Now, in this giftable hardback edition, Fry's words are accompanied by striking, colourful visuals by illustrator Jesús Sotés.
The recipes in this cookbook by chef and Ottolenghi protégée Ixta Belfrage are – much like its cover – bold, colourful, and unique. Expect beautiful photography, fun and informative writing, and inventive, flavour-packed dishes such as Chiles rellenos with salsa roja risotto, Dende marinated prawns with burnt lime, and Miso caramel ice cream bomba.
In this instant Sunday Times bestseller, image restorer Andy Saunders uses newly available digital scans and state-of-the-art enhancement technology to publish the highest-quality images of NASA's Apollo missions. Perfect for any budding astronomer, this photographic journey into space was hailed as "the next best thing to being there" by Apollo 16 astronaut Charlie Duke.
This photography book by Denis O'Regan, who followed David Bowie on the road for his 1983 Serious Moonlight tour, captures the musician and era-defining pop icon like never before. As well as being visually stunning, the images in this book paint an intimate portrait of a man who, for many, was larger than life.
From models to film stars to executives to campaigners, the subjects of The Female Lead come from all walks of life, but the one thing they have in common is their track record in breaking barriers and and shaping the world around us. Featuring striking portrait photography by Brigitte Lacombe and illuminating personal interviews, this book showcases 60 remarkable, accomplished women, as chosen by British entrepreneur and data scientist Edwina Dunn.
In addition to its striking green cover and beautiful hardback binding, this volume by gardening icon Monty Don contains everything you need to know about cultivating your green space – whether you're looking to grow more vegetables, tend to houseplants, create a child-friendly garden, or establish a game plan for tending to your outdoor space year-round.
Take a peek into the world of Soho House with the ultimate guide to recreating the member's club's effortlessly chic aesthetic and lifestyle at home – from interior design inspiration, to recipes, hosting, and mixology tips. And if you want the full Soho House experience, be sure to complete the set with subsequent releases, Morning, Noon, Night City Country Coast
Beloved gardener and TV presenter Alan Titchmarsh takes us on a journey into the storied past of Chatsworth, the famed Derbyshire stately home and surrounding sprawling grounds. Chatsworth features a range of specially commissioned photographs and newly resurfaced archive pieces – and with a history spanning five centuries and 16 generations, there's plenty to re.exore
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