• Ideal for anyone creatives who work with type or for anyone who wants to learn about typography• Includes over 100 influential books on the subject of typographyNowadays almost all creatives work with type - actually everyone uses type - so knowledge of typography is essential. This book presents the reader with one hundred valuable and influential books on the subject. Thematic sections allow the reader to navigate easily, and thorough reviews explain the importance of each book. This versatile collection is the ideal library for anyone who wants to know how type works and, more importantly, how to use it. The book also contains three interviews with typography experts and authors of influential books on the subject: Ellen Lupton ( Thinking With Type ), Erik Spiekermann ( Stop Stealing Sheep &amp; Find Out How Type Works ) and David Jury ( What is Typography? and About Face ).Agata Toromanoff is an art historian, who runs BOAblog.net, a site dedicated to books on art. As a freelance writer she has also authored several publications and features in art press. In addition to working on new book projects, she sets up collaborations with galleries and artists on numerous contemporary art projects. She is currently based in Germany.

One Hundred Great Books on Typography

Arts & Photography

Toromanoff, Agata

Graphic Design

Luster Publishing

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<li>The latest in the bestselling 500 Hidden Secrets series.</li>
<li>Havana is now the hottest travel destination for U.S. travelers</li>
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One of the hottest travel destinations in the Caribbean, Havana, La Habana, offers cultural experiences of every variety. Enjoy Chicharones from a street food vendor. Mix with locals on the beautiful Malecón. Choose from the best in cigars and rum at Casa del Ron y del Tabaco Cubano. Listen to classic Cuban music from the 1950s – including names like Celia Cruz and Benny More -- at Traditionales de los 50. Stand in the Plaza de la Revolución and imagine Castro's revolution. Walk through Parque de Miramar. Take in the enormous Cuban art collection at Museo de Bellas Artes. Visit two museums devoted to the life of Che Guevara. Enjoy the views of Havana from your room at Casa Alta. Even sing romantic ballads at El Salón del Bolero! Arrive as a tourist and leave like a native with this unusual guide to “La Alegría Cubana.”

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Havana

Travel

Raman, Magalie

Caribbean

This new addition to Luster's successful, practical and attractive Hidden series, covering countries and regions, is the perfect book for those who wish to discover the most beautiful sides of Scotland. From jawdropping landscapes to interesting cities, Hidden Scotland will turn your trip into a memorable and unique experience. Experience the real beauty of Scotland through interesting lists such as the best places for streetfood in Edinburgh, the most beautiful hikes, the most surprising places to spend the night in the Highlands, the best mountain bike tracks in the South, must-visit distilleries for gin and whiskey lovers and much more. With this guide your trip to Scotland will surely become a memorable and unique experience. Author Lauren MacCallum wants the readers of her guide to have an authentic Scottish experience, because there is so much more to Scotland than the main attractions and staged tourism you see on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh. Her book is a genuine ode to the real beauty of Scotland. AUTHOR: Lauren MacCallum is a true local who works in tourism and is passionate about, among other things, outdoor sports, (music) festivals, craft beer and cosy coffee places. 90 colour images

Hidden Scotland

MacCallum, Lauren

Europe

* An insider's guide to Porto and its hidden secrets and addresses* An inspirational and practical guide to Porto's finest and most interesting places, buildings, restaurants, shops, museums, galleries, neighborhoods, gardens and cafes* A new edition in Luster's successful and attractive series of city guidesLooking for 5 classic places to eat a Francesinha?And what are the 5 coolest spots to grab a coffee? Where in Porto can you find 5 projects by Eduardo Souto de Moura?What are the 5 quirkiest sights in the city?And which are the 5 best museums for curious visitors?Visit Portugal's second city in the footsteps of the sisters Joana and Sofia de Lacerda. They were born and raised in Porto. Through their website they share their pick of places to stay, and places to visit in their hometown, and the rest of Portugal. In this guide, they have compiled their local expertise for visitors who want to discover the lesser-known spots of Porto, and for locals who want to get to know their city even better. 500 addresses and facts in total, presented in original lists of 5.Includes maps and an index.

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Porto

Lacerda, Joana

Lacerda, Sofia

* 100 insightful and fun-to-read texts by Belgium connoisseur and fan Derek Blyth about iconic Belgian traditions, places, artists, oddities, buildings, sayings, and moreThis affectionate cultural guide celebrates 100 icons that make Belgium different from any other country. In 100 short, informative texts, the author talks about food, people, places, traditions, inventions, buildings, and even expressions, that have shaped what he calls 'the strangest country in the world'.The author examines themes that are famously Belgian, like comic books, mussels served with fries, cycle racing, art nouveau architecture and rain. But he also looks at some of the off surprises of Belgian life, including vertical archery, grandmothers' cooking, pigeon racing and the everyday expression 'non peut-étre' (no maybe).You will find out about the monks who brew the best beer in the world, the largest dinosaur collection ever found, the longest tram ride in the world, the curious charm of ugly Belgian houses, and how a country can survive without a government for more than 500 days.This book is not meant to be an exhaustive guide to Belgium, but a personal pick of the icons that make Belgium unique, along with a selection of useful addresses to visit. The texts are accompanied by 100 original illustrations by Antwerp illustrator Emma Verhagen that capture the unique sprit of Belgium.

100 Belgian Icons

History

Blyth, Derek

* A cultural exploration of the South of France, from Nice and Montpellier to the tiniest villagesThere's more to the South of France than sun, beaches, palm trees and the azure blue sea. For over a hundred years, it has been the favorite destination of many artists, who find themselves drawn to the superb light and the pleasant climate. Hidden Art in the South of France will show you what the area between Collioure and Menton has to offer in terms of surprising and remarkable art and cultural treasures. Journalist and art connoisseur Eric Rinckhout (Knack Magazine a.o.) selected more than 350 exceptional places: from the chapel decorated by Louise Bourgeois to the studio of Matisse and the apartment of Nabokov, from Eileen Gray's modernist Villa E-1027 to architect Frank Gehry's most recent design, from the oldest cinema in the world to street art in Marseille. Discover the best and most unique spots in inspiring lists such as contemporary sculpture gardens on wine estates, in the footsteps of painters and writers, chansonniers and rock stars, sleeping inside art, gardens that are artistic gems and much more.

The South of France for Art Lovers (Themed Hidden Guides)

Politics & Social Sciences

Rinckhout, Eric

Sociology

Product Description \nA fascinating look inside the minds of 44 creative masterminds, such as Stefan Sagmeister, George Lois, Morag Myerscough and Harry Gruyaert\nIn Creatives for Creativity Steve Brouwers (creative director at SBS) interviews 42 makers – painters, photographers, graphic designers, conceptual artists, furniture designers, video artists, advertisers – from all around the world. He asks them about their childhood, their creative process, their inspirations and their most memorable achievements. The question that kicks off every interview – “What is creativity to you?” – results in an inspiring collection of personal conversations that provide an extraordinary insight into the artists' minds. 
Interviews with: Nel Aerts, Alain Biltereyst, Conrad Botes, Jenny Brosinski, Tad Carpenter, Emily Forgot, Matt Clark, Jim Dive, Sue Doeksen, Bendt Eyckermans, Paul Fuentes, Harry Gruyaert, Ryan Gander, Tony Gum, Stephanie Hier, Wade Jeffree & Leta Sobierajski, Maira Kalman, Erik Kessels, George Lois, Anna Mac, Debbie Millman, Jonathan Monk, Mr Bingo, Morag Myerscough, Navid Nuur, Gemma O'Brien, Max Pinckers, Pixie Pravda, Kay Rosen, Stefan Sagmeister, Paula Scher, Yuko Shimizu, Sammy Slabbinck, John Stezaker, Charline Tyberghein, David Uzochukwu, Joris Van De Moortel, Anne-Mie Van Kerckhoven, Dominic Wilcox, Matt Willey and Shawna X. 
 Review 
Creatives on Creativity...offers insights into the often mysterious process of making creative work. ― 
Creative Review\nSure to become a must-read for creative professionals. ― 
Graphic Design USA\nSome of the conversations are surprisingly, and refreshingly, simple, while others are revealing and personal and allow the reader to truly get inside the mind of these visionaries. ― 
It's Nice That\n"What is creativity to you?" Certainly not the easiest question in the world, but certainly one we'd love to hear answered by the likes of groundbreaking adman and art director George Lois; Magnum photographer Harry Gruyaert; conceptual artist Ryan Gander; collage icon John Stezaker; graphic designers and creative directors Stefan Sagmeister, Paula Scher, and Matt Willey. ― 
Creative Boom\nWhat happens when you start a conversation about creativity with nearly 50 highly creative people in industries such as painters, furniture designers, and advertisers? An incredible read. ― 
Town & Country 
 About the Author 
Steve Brouwers is creative director at SBS BELGIUM.

Creatives on Creativity

Brouwers, Steve

Humor & Entertainment

A practical guide to discovering Antwerp's finest places, buildings, restaurant, shops, museums, neighbourhoods, parks, hotels and cafe&#769;sRevised and updated edition"If you really want to get under the skin of a city, the 500 Hidden Secrets series, which covers a number of cities from Havana to Ghent, all written by people who know the cities inside out, is ideal. It's an innovative and refreshing take on the traditional travel guide."- The IndependentDiscover the city's best-kept secrets, with this practical guide to Antwerp's most beautiful, interesting and often unknown places. This book takes you off the beaten track to discover the city's hidden gardens, small museums and intimate coffee bars. On its pages you will find the 5 best places to eat frites, the 5 most secret courtyards and the 5 best independent record shops in town. It also guides you to some of the more unusual experiences that you can track down in Antwerp. So you can find out where to eat the best dim sum in Chinatown, sample a chocolate flavoured with fried bacon, or dance the night away. The aim of this book is not to cover the city from A to Z, but to inspire; it is a guide to the places the author would recommend to a friend who wants to discover the real Antwerp.The 500 Hidden Secrets of Antwerp offers a practical way to explore Antwerp's finest places, and Derek Blyth covers all bases to ensure no visitor to the city is ever anything short of captivated. Packed with accessible, easy-to-read information summarised in handy lists, maps, itineraries, sections on food & drink, accommodation, green spaces, museums, galleries and shops; this guide is an essential resource for the inquisitive traveller.

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Antwerp

* An insider's guide to Copenhagen's hidden gems and lesser-known spots* Written by a true local, filled with independent advice, based on thorough research and the author's personal opinions* An inspirational and practical guide to the city's most interesting places, buildings, restaurants, shops, museums, galleries, neighborhoods, gardens and cafes, presented in 100 original lists of 5 secrets* Photography by Tino van den Berg* A recently updated edition in Luster's successful and attractive series of city guidesWhere are the best places in Copenhagen to experience New Nordic cuisine? What are the best places to shop for Scandinavian furniture, fashion, and design? What are the best spots for natural wine? Where can you find the best nature trails and waterfront walks? Where are the city's small, independent cinemas? Which museums are best to visit on a rainy Danish day? What is smørrebrød and where can I try it? What is Copenhagen's best artisanal coffee? The 500 Hidden Secrets of Copenhagen reveals the answers to these (and many other) questions. Discover a diverse range of under-the-radar, yet outstanding addresses that will allow you to explore the best of the city away from the typical tourist crowds. This is a book for visitors who want to avoid the usual tourist spots and for residents who are keen to track down the city's best-kept secrets. Also available: The 500 Hidden Secrets of Stockholm, The 500 Hidden Secrets of Hamburg, The 500 Hidden Secrets of Munich, The 500 Hidden Secrets of New York, The 500 Hidden Secrets of Berlin, The 500 Hidden Secrets of London and many more. Discover the series at the500hiddensecrets.com

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Copenhagen

Sailsbury, Austin

An insider's guide to Lisbon and its hidden secrets and addresses An inspirational and practical guide to Lisbon's finest and most interesting places, buildings, restaurants, shops, museums, galleries, neighborhoods, gardens and cafes Photography by Manuel Gomes da Costa Revised and updated edition 
"If you really want to get under the skin of a city, the 500 Hidden Secrets series, which covers a number of cities from Havana to Ghent, all written by people who know the cities inside out, is ideal. It's an innovative and refreshing take on the traditional travel guide." - The Independent 
Where are the 5 best places to eat like a Portuguese? Which are the 5 best restaurants for Petiscos? Where can you find the nicest salons and barber shops? Which are the 5 best places to see Azulejos? Where will you find the most unique lifts and elevators? The best Lisbon area beaches? The 500 Hidden Secrets of Lisbon reveals these good-to-know places and many more. An affectionate and informed guide to Lisbon, written by a true local. This is a book for visitors who want to avoid the usual tourist spots and for residents who are keen to track down the city's best-kept secrets. 
Contents: 105 Places to Eat or Buy Good Food; 65 Places to Go for a Drink and Party; 70 Places to Shop; 25 Buildings to Admire; 50 Places to Discover Lisbon; 75 Places to Enjoy Culture; 20 Things to do with Children; 25 Places to Sleep; 45 Weekend Activities; 20 Good-to-know Facts and Urban Details.

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Lisbon

Júdice, Miguel

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