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2000 Gift Books -- 09/25/2000 A B C | D E F | G H I | J K L M N O | P Q R | S T U | V W X Y Z A B C Abbeville Parisians (Sept., $50) by Peter Turnley. A portfolio of black-and-white cityscape photos provides an intimate glimpse of Parisian street life. Covering The New Yorker: Cutting-Edge Covers from a Literary Institution (Oct., $50), edited by Françoise Mouly, showcases the best of 75 years of the magazine's covers, including detachable prints suitable for framing. The White House: Its Historic Furnishings and First Families (Oct., $60) by Betty C. Monkman, the White House curator. Commissioned photographs chronicle the evolution of White House décor over the past 200 years. Abrams Giorgio Armani (Oct., $75) by Germano Celant and Harold Koda. This Guggenheim Museum publication explores the life and work of the Italian fashion designer. Ad/promo. Roadside America: The Automobile and the American Dream (Oct., $49.50) by Cindy Lewis surveys 20th-century cars along with a nostalgic look at icons found along U.S. highways. Ad/promo. BOMC selection. Author tour. Valley of the Golden Mummies (Oct., $49.50) by Zahi Hawass takes readers to the closed site of 2,000-year-old mummies found in the Egyptian desert, considered the most significant Egyptian archeological discovery since King Tut's tomb. Advertising. QPB, History Book Club and Natural Science Book Club main selections; BOMC selection. Author tour. Yes Yoko Ono (Oct., $60) by Alexandra Munr with Jon Hendricks explores the avant-garde artist's 40-year career; accompanies the first museum retrospective of her work. Advertising. Andrews McMeel
Golfers (Nov., $27.95) by Dick Durrance II, four-time winner of the National Press Photographers Association's Picture of the Year competition, captures the magic of golf in more than 65 black-and-white photos. A Stark/Lionheart Book. 75,000 first printing. Couples(Dec., $29.95) by Catherine Whitney, photos by M.I. Hamburg, features 35 couples who represent happily married life. Crazy Cats (Jan., $14.95) by Bob Walker and Frances Mooney displays photos of cats at play and in repose. 50,000 first printing. Antique Collectors' Club Dog Painting: The European Breeds (Oct., $79.50). This sequel to Dog Painting includes 19th-century European dog paintings, plus details about the artists working in this genre. Fairies in Victorian Painting (Oct., $59.50) by Christopher Wood. An expert on Victorian art examines renderings of fairies created by 19th-century artists; 160 color and 20 black-and-white illustrations. Spot the Book Title (Oct., $14.95) by Simon Drew offers up a challenging collection of visual puzzles. Aperture Ray K. Metzker: Landscapes (Sept., $50) by Evan H. Turner, photos by Ray K. Metzker, is a journey through more than 100 landscape images. Fragile Dwelling (Oct., $40) by Alan Trachtenberg, photos by Margaret Morton, reveals the creativity, pride and individuality that New York City's homeless have brought to their temporary living quarters. Mon Afrique: Photographs of Sub-Saharan Africa (Oct., $45) by Calixthe Beyala, photos by Pascal Maitre, shows an Africa of contradictions between tradition and modern life. The Gardens of Giverny (Nov., $40, $29.95 paper) by Stephen Shore features 40 color photos of the gardens that inspired Claude Monet. Arena editions (dist. by D.A.P.) Melvin Sokolsky: Seeing Fashion (Sept., $65) by Martin Harrison, photos by Melvin Sokolsky, collects 1960s fashion images by the Harper's Bazaar staff photographer. Steve McQueen (Sept., $60), photos by William Claxton, captures a young McQueen at the beginning of his movie career. Artisan Be My Baby: Parents and Children Talk About Adoption (Sept., $27.50) by Gail Kinn, photos by Ken Shung. Vivid portraits and candid interviews illustrate the joy and challenges faced by adopted children and their parents, both adoptive and biological. Zen: Images, Text, and Teachings (Oct., $25) edited by Miriam Levering. This gift book edition with a silk-screen type velum jacket and ribbon markers offers peaceful illustrations that accompany p ms and koans. The 500 World's Greatest Golf Holes (Nov., $60) by George Peper and Golf Magazine editors. This tome includes color photos and drawings, anecdotal biographies, vital statistics and great moments in golf history. Cassell (dist. by Sterling) Chelsea Gold: Award-Winning Gardens from the Chelsea Flower Show (Aug., $45) by John Moreland showcases 30 botanical marvels. Garden Book Club selection.
Gardens of Illusion (Aug., $29.95) by Sara Maitland and Peter Matthews. Color photographs show unique landscapes of garden tradition, illusion and trickery. Checkmark Books The Atlas of World Archaeology (Sept., $39.95), edited by Paul G. Bahn and Barry Cunliffe, is a global history of human development. Encyclopedia of World History (Sept., $85) presents an illustrated chronology of people, dates and events over the past 12,000 years. The Atlas of Expeditions (Oct., $35) by Karen Farrington is an illustrated guide to explorers on their quest to discover uncharted territories.
Chronicle The Beatles Anthology (Oct., $60) by the Beatles. This illustrated volume traces the story of the Fab Four from their Liverpudlian youth to their final photo session together. 700,000 first printing. Ad/promo. Couples: Speaking from the Heart (Oct., $40, $24.95 paper), photos by Mariana Cook, features a collection of b &w portraits and intimate thoughts of 60 couples. Tuscany and Its Wines (Oct., $24.95) by Hugh Johnson, photos by Andy Katz, explores the Italian region's geography, culture, wineries and sites. 35,000 first printing. Wonder Woman: The Complete History, Life and Times of the Amazon Princess (Nov., $29.95) by Les Daniels pays tribute to the super hero with archival comic book art, photos and memorabilia. Star Wars Masterpiece Edition: Aurra Sing, Dawn of the Bounty Hunters (Dec., $75) by Ryder Windham and Josh Ling details the bounty hunters' history from the George Lucas film; includes an exclusive action figure of bounty hunter Aurra Sing. Cinco Puntos Press (dist. by Consortium) Vatos (Sept., $19.95 paper), photos by Jose Galvez, p m by Luis Alberto Urrea. Vatos, Chicano street slang for dude, guy, pal, pairs b &w photographs of largely disenfranchised Chicano men with the chant-like, rhythmic Urrea p m. Collins &Brown (dist. by Sterling) Ireland: Land of the Celts (Aug., $24.95) by Iain Zaczek traces Irish history with artifact and landscape photography. Faces: The Creative Process Behind Great Portraits (Sept., $29.95) by Jane Brown showcases late-20th-century notables in b &w photos. Crown Truth to Power: Human Rights Defenders Who Are Changing Our World (Sept., $50) by Kerry Kennedy Cuomo, photos by Eddie Adams, presents inspirational stories and striking portraits depicting the fight for human rights around the world. Author publicity. Radio satellite tour. Freedom's Children: The Passage from Emancipation into the Twentieth Century (Sept., $29.95) by Velma Maia Thomas tells the story of African-Americans who struggled to create a life for themselves once freed; includes interactive elements such as "script" money paid to sharecroppers and pages from a reading primer used to teach former slaves. Ad/promo. 9-city author tour. D E F Da Capo Press Kind of Blue: The Making of the Miles Davis Masterpiece (Sept., $23) by Ashley Kahn. Black &white photos place readers behind the scenes at the recording of Davis's classic album. Ad/promo. Author tour. 10-city radio satellite tour.
D.A.P. How You Look at It: Photographs of the 20th Century (Sept., $55), edited by Thomas Weski and Heinz Liesbrock, supports the theory that photography is the definitive art form of the 20th century by presenting a series of works by pioneers in the field. Ivan R. Dee Album for an Age: Unconventional Words and Pictures from the Twentieth Century (Oct., $29.95) by Art Shay. A former Life magazine staff reporter offers a look at major personalities and events of the last 50 years. Ad/promo. Author tour. Dharma Communications Press Making Love with Light: Contemplating Nature with Words and Photographs (Aug., $44.50) by John Daido Loori features a collage of 75 color photographs, Zen p ms and short essays. DK "To the Best of My Ability": The American Presidents (Aug., $29.95) by James McPherson gathers details on the campaigns, elections, presidency and legacy of the 42 men who have served our country. Ebury Press (dist. by Trafalgar Square) Mulberry at Home: A New Approach to Luxurious Country Style (Aug., $45) by Roger Saul reveals the secrets of English style in 200 color, large-format photos. Edition Stemmle Nudes from the Polaroid Collection (Oct., $75) is a selection of work by the best photographers of the last 50 years from the eclectic Polaroid Collection. Walter Chin--A Work in Progress (Nov., $75) by Walter Chin surveys the art of the noted fashion photographer. Farrar, Straus &Giroux Van Gogh and Gauguin: The Search for Sacred Art (Nov., $50) by Deborah Silverman reviews each artist's attempt to create a new spiritual art form. Ad/promo. 5-city author tour. Firefly Books Hockey All-Stars: The NHL Honor Roll (Oct., $40) by Chris McDonell. Color photos profile every all-star player since 1931. 35,000 first printing. $25,000 ad/promo. Jay Maisel's New York (Oct., $40). Photographs from the 1950s to the present reveal cityscapes and citizens of the Big Apple. 25,000 first printing. Whisky: The Water of Life (Oct., $39.95) by Helen Arthur is a history of whisky; includes more than 200 color and b &w photos and illustrations. Fordham Univ. Press "A Grand Terrible Dramma": The Civil War Letters of Charles Wellington Reed (Oct., $49.95), edited by Eric A. Campbell, depicts personalities and battles through writings and artwork by Medal of Honor winner Reed. Free Press
Friedman/Fairfax (dist. by Sterling) Lionel: A Century of Timeless Toy Trains (Aug., $35) by Dan Ponzol celebrates the 100th anniversary of one of the 20th century's beloved toys. Tutankhamun: The Eternal Splendor of the Boy Pharaoh (Sept., $60) by T.G. Henry James chronicles the extraordinary find with more than 400 photographs. Flying Aces: Aviation Art of World War II (Oct., $29.95) by James H. Kitchens and Bernard C. Nalty captures pilots and their machines in more than 70 detailed paintings, accompanied by harrowing war stories. G H I J. Paul Getty Trust Painting on Light: Drawings for Stained Glass in the Age of Dürer and Holbein (Sept., $125) by Barbara Butts and Lee Hendrix surveys stained glass in southern Germany and Switzerland from 1495 to 1530. Murano (Oct., $14.95), p m by Mark Doty, glass from the J. Paul Getty Museum, combines Doty's p m on human morality with the mystery of artistic creation as represented in pieces of Murano glass. Treasure of Psalms (Oct., $19.95) pairs inspiring passages from the Bible with illustrations by masters such as Giotto, Mantegna and Michelangelo. Advertising.
Graphic Arts Center The Oregon Story: 1850-2000 (Aug., $29.95) by The Oregonian staff. Photos and stories from the newspaper's archival files recall the state's history by decade. $35,000 ad/promo. Primal Forces (Sept., $50), photos by David and Marc Muench, essay by Michelle Gilders, explores earth, air, fire and water with an essay by biologist Gilders and photos by landscape photographers David Muench and his son, Marc. Ad/promo. Photographer tour. Greystone (dist. by Sterling) Cowboy: The Legend and the Legacy (Aug., $17.95) by B.A. Payton, Gary Fiegehen and Jim Skipp. Photographs reveal how popular culture both created and reflect the cowboy's "Wild West" lifestyle. HarperCollins Manolo Blahnik (Sept., $50) by Colin McDowell includes sketches by the famous women's sh designer and tours through his homes and sh factories. Ad/promo. People and Pearls: The Magic Endures (Sept., $40) by Ki Hackney and Diana Edkins incorporates history, fashion and culture to present the story of the perfect gem; includes more than 125 photos of pearl-adorned notables. Ad/promo. I Am Puppy Hear Me Yap: The Ages of Dog (Oct., $20) by Valerie Shaff and Roy Blount Jr. collects puppy portraits and teams them with each canine's inner thoughts. 75,000 first printing. Ad/promo. Legendary Brides: From the Most Romantic Weddings Ever, Inspired Ideas for Today's Brides (Nov., $50) by Letitia Baldrige and the Madison Book Group Inc. combines photos of famous brides with ideas for gowns and wedding festivities. Ad/promo. Sister Wendy's American Collection (Nov., $40) by Sister Wendy Beckett presents more than 450 color photos of artwork from six American museums. 100,000 first printing. WGBH series to be aired upon publication. HarperCollins UK (dist. by Trafalgar Square) Appreciating Whisky: The Connoisseur's Guide to Nosing, Tasting and Enjoying Scotch (Aug., $27.50) by Philip Hills, founder of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, offers a jargon-free guide to whisky. HarperEntertainment Speedweeks: Ten Days at Daytona (Aug., $50) by Matthew Naythons covers every aspect of NASCAR Race Week leading up to the Daytona 500. 100,000 first printing. HarperResource A Charlie Brown Christmas: The Making of a Tradition (Oct., $29.95) honors the late Charles Schultz with this 35-year anniversary deluxe edition which includes 150 color frames from the animated cartoon, the original script, pieces of the musical score and interviews with some of the original child actors. 100,000 first printing.Advertising. An American Postal Portrait: A Photographic Legacy(Oct., $35) by The U.S. Postal Service. Photographs offer a unique look at America's political, cultural and technological history since the mid-19th century. Ad/promo. The Perfect Wedding Reception: Stylish Ideas for Every Season (Jan., $40) by Maria McBride Mellinger highlights a variety of wedding receptions with ideas and color photos. Ad/promo. Harvard Univ. Press Merry Christmas! Celebrating America's Greatest Holiday (Dec., $27) by Karal Ann Marling celebrates the visual culture of the season, from engravings to movies. Hearst Books Frank Lloyd Wright's House Beautiful (Sept., $40) by Diane Maddex depicts the evolution of Wright's "organic architectural" style and his relationship with House Beautiful magazine from the early 1900s through the 1950s. Ad/promo. Doubleday Select Book Club selection. Author tour. The Illustrated Cottage: A Decorative Fairy Tale Inspired by Provence (Sept., $30) by Niña Williams and Country Living editors offers a look inside Williams's 1936 cottage and shares how this region of southern France influenced its décor. Ad/promo. BOMC selection. Author tour. Houghton Mifflin In the Hollow of Your Hand (Sept., $18) by Alice McGill preserves slave lullabies, sung by McGill on an accompanying CD, along with quilt collage artwork and personal histories. Ad/promo. The Polar Express (Sept., gift set $29.95) by Chris Van Allsburg includes a copy of the Caldecott Award-winning Christmas story, readings by Liam Neeson on cassette and CD and a commemorative ornament designed by Van Allsburg. Red Sox Century (Sept., $40) by Glenn Stout and Richard A. Johnson celebrates 100 years of baseball in Boston with more than 200 photographs. Hudson Hills Press Louisa Matthiasdottir (Sept., $65) by Jed Perl et al. features landscapes, still lifes and self-portraits by the Icelandic-American artist. Hard Pressed: 600 Years of Prints and Process (Nov., $45) by David Platzker and Elizabeth Wyckoff surveys the history of printmaking and the pioneer artists who expanded its boundaries; coincides with a travelling exhibition. Master Drawings from the Smith College Museum of Art (Dec., $75) by Ann H. Sievers with Linda Muehlig and Nancy Rich presents six centuries of detailed draftsmanship; coincides with a travelling exhibition.
ABC Sports College Football All-Time All-American Team (Sept., $40) offers cutting-edge graphics and more than 100 color photos along with analyses and stats. Ad/promo. Gene Marshall: Girl Star (Oct., $29.95) by Mel Odom provides line drawings, memorabilia and photos of the 1995 fashion doll. Ad/promo. Author tour. Latina Beauty: A Get-Gorgeous Guide for Every Mujer (Oct., $29.95) by Latina magazine editors and Belén Arada-Alvarado features the beauty of Hispanic women in color photos, with commentary from stars, models and beauty experts. Ad/promo. Author tour. J K L Jewish Publication Society Synagogues Without Jews: And the Communities that Built and Used Them (Nov., $50) by Rivka and Ben-Zion Dorfman. More than 300 color photos accompany moving narratives that recreate the history of European-Jewish communities that thrived before World War I. Advertising. Author tour. Knopf Steichen's Legacy: Photographs, 1895- 1973 (Oct., $100), edited by Joanna Steichen, gathers the noted photographer's work, including fashion shots from his Vogue years, portraits taken for Vanity Fair, still lifes, landscapes and cityscapes. Ad/promo. Whitney Museum of Art exhibition tie-in. The Booklover's Repair Kit (Nov., $125) by Estelle Ellis, Wilton Wiggins and Douglas Lee provides everything you need to repair book mishaps. Advertising. Jazz: An Illustrated History of America's Music (Nov., $65) by Geoffrey C. Ward and Ken Burns places the evolution of jazz in its cultural context with essays and photos. Ad/promo. 13-city author tour. Radio satellite tour. Life in the French Country House (Nov., $60) by Mark Girouard. Letters, diaries, inventories, books of etiquette, illustrations and photos help to conjure up the days and nights of the original inhabitants of the châteaux and manoirs of France. Hugh Lauter Levin Italian Americans: The Immigrant Experience (Oct., $60) by Ben Morreale and Robert Carola celebrates Italian accomplishments and contributions to American life. The Musée D'Orsay and The Louvre (Oct., $75 ea.) by Alexandra Bonfante-Warren the former traces the roots of the museum's collection, art created between 1848- 1914 and the latter highlights artwork found in the largest museum in the world. The Navy (Oct., $75), edited by Rear Admiral W.J. Holland Jr. USN (Ret.) and The Naval Historical Foundation. Spectacular photography assists in chronicling naval history from its initial mission statement to the state of today's fleet. Spectacular Australia (Nov., $75) by Phillip Mathews and Reg Morrison. Panoramic gatefolds reveal a mysterious country, state by state from the Great Barrier Reef to the snow-capped peaks of Tasmania.
Little, Brown Paul McCartney: Paintings (Sept., $50) by Paul McCartney includes 75 works by the ex-Beatle, which explores his crossover talent from music to painting. Advertising. Elder Grace: The Nobility of Aging (Oct., $40) by Chester Higgins Jr. features 80 portraits of African-American elders and their thoughts on getting older. Face Forward (Oct., $32.95) by Kevin Aucoin shows how anyone can achieve multiple looks with make-up. Advertising. Two 25-city TV/satellite tours. Picasso's Weeping Woman: The Life and Art of Dora Maar (Oct., $50) by Mary Ann Caws tells of Maar's seven-year affair with Picasso, including her personal collection of photographs, paintings and other objects collected during their time together. Advertising. Star for Noon: An Homage to Women in Images, P try, and Music (Oct., $50) by Gordon Parks celebrates romantic love with Parks's images and a CD composed and performed by the noted photographer. Advertising. Monet's Landscapes (Nov., $35) by Vivian Russell. Following in Monet's footsteps, Russell photographs the landscapes that inspired the artist's memorable paintings. Louisiana State Univ. Press Marie Adrien Persac: Louisiana Artist (Sept.; $39.95, $24.95 paper) by H. Parrot Bacot et al. Color photos and halftones provide a retrospective of the life and work of the 19th-century Louisiana artist. Louisiana Faces: Images from a Renaissance (Oct., $39.95) by Jason Berry, photos by Philip Gould, looks at the flowering of Louisiana arts and culture over the last 25 years. Ad/promo. State author tour. M N O Mainstream (dist. by Trafalgar Square) Scottish Art 1460-2000 (Aug., $90) by Duncan Macmillan is an illustrated survey of the country's distinctive artistic style. MBI Publishing The American Motel (Aug., $29.95) by Michael Karl Witzel spans eight decades of American motel style, architecture and décor. Camaro (Sept., $29.95) by Anthony Young. Full-color photographs tell the story behind the car conceived to steal market share from the Ford Mustang. Classic American Airlines (Sept., $29.95) by Geza Szurovy revisits the golden age of air travel with histories and U.S. aircraft design. McGraw-Hill Science at the Extreme: Scientists on the Cutting Edge of Discovery (Sept., $29.95) by Peter Lane Taylor tracks dangerous projects and the daring scientists who are willing to do whatever it takes to gather data on nature's harshest conditions. 6-city author tour. MFA Publications (dist. by D.A.P.) Dangerous Curves: The Art of the Guitar (Nov., $45) by Darcy Kuronen, photos by Carl Tremblay. Color photos chronicle the history of the musical instrument in all of its shapes, sizes and mutations. MIT Press Photography in Boston: 1955-1985 (Sept., $39.95), edited by Rachel Rosenfield Lafo and Gillian Nagler. Color plates, duotones and essays provide a history of photography's development in Boston. Advertising. Robo sapiens: Evolution of a New Species (Sept., $39.95) by Peter Menzel and Faith D'Aluisio offers interviews from robot makers, with accompanying photos of their creations. 40,000 first printing. Ad/promo. Myth and Metamorphosis: Picasso's Classical Prints of the 1930's (Nov., $39.95) by Lisa Florman offers a new interpretation of Picasso's relationship to classical art based on his prints of the 1930s. Advertising. National Geographic Books Women Photographers at National Geographic (Sept., $40) by Cathy Newman, with foreword by Tipper Gore, introduces award-winning female photographers responsible for many of the magazine's dramatic shots. 100,000 first printing. National Geographic Atlas of Natural America (Nov., $40) by Ron Fisher, Mark Miller, Thomas and Jeremy Schmidt, Barbara Szerlip and Mel White showcases North American seashores, forests, wilderness areas and more with graphic color photographs, specially commissioned maps and detailed descriptions. 35,000 first printing.
Saving America's Treasures (Nov., $35), foreword by Hillary Rodham Clinton, identifies places, artifacts and documents earmarked by the National Trust for Historic Preservation for immediate restoration and preservation. 50,000 first printing. National Portrait Gallery, London (dist. by Antique Collectors' Club) Women and Gardens 1590s-1990s (Nov., $30) by Sue Bennett. Portraits, garden plans, engravings, watercolors and photographs reveal major female figures in the history of English horticulture. Newmarket Press Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: A Portrait of Ang Lee's Epic Film (Jan.; $32.95, $19.95 paper), edited by Linda Sunshine, gathers behind-the-scenes photos of Lee's latest epic, a love story and action drama, set against breathtaking Chinese landscapes. Ad/promo. Movie tie-in.
W.W. Norton The Last of the Windships (Sept., $60) by Alan Villiers pays tribute to the great merchant sailboats and their crews. The Annotated Wizard of Oz (Oct., $39.95) by L. Frank Baum, annotated by Michael Patrick Hearn, is a 100th-anniversary edition of the beloved classic. Advertising. Local Her s Changing America (Oct., $29.95), edited by Tom Rankin, tells stories of extraordinary men and women who are making their communities better places in which to live. The Overlook Press Art Is Work: Graphic Design, Interiors, Objects, and Illustration (Nov.; $75, limited edition $325) by Milton Glaser is an overview of the noted international designer's uvre; 500 color illustrations. $25,000 ad/promo. Author publicity. Cole (Dec., $65), edited by Robert Kimball, combines lyrics, sheet music, personal letters, handwritten works in progress and pictures from the private albums of Linda and Cole Porter. P Q R Pavilion (dist. by Trafalgar Square) England: The Four Seasons by Ronald Blythe and France: The Four Seasons (Aug., $17.95ea.) by Frederic Raphael, both with photos by Michael Busselle, cover thousands of miles of scenery in color photos. PBC International The Well-Dressed Table (Dec., $34.95) by PBC Int'l editors offers color photos of international designers' table settings, providing a multitude of entertaining ideas. (212) New York Style (Dec., $42.50) by PBC Int'l editors profiles unique, urban apartments, townhouses and lofts in more than 250 color images and floor plans. Home as Haven (Jan., $34.95) by PBC Int'l editors. Hundreds of color images and floor plans offer ideas for contemporary home design. Phaidon Press Fashion Today (Sept., $69.95) by Colin McDowell surveys clothing style from Dior's New Look in 1947 to the present and it's influence on 20th-century attitudes; features 500 color and 50 b&w illustrations. 500 Self-Portraits (Oct., $29.95) by Phaidon Press editors offers self-portraits in chronological order from ancient Egypt to the present, Dürer to Warhol. Fresh Cream: Contemporary Art in Culture (Oct., $49.95), sealed in an inflatable clear plastic pillow, is the sequel to cream and features hot, contemporary artists and their work. Sportscape: The Evolution of Sports Photography (Oct., $45.95) by Paul Wombell and Simon Barnes, reviews the changing style of sports photography over the past 100 years. Pocket Books The New Yorker Book of Literary Cartoons (Sept.; $29.50, $19.95 paper), edited by Bob Mankoff, features all things bookish, writerly and readerly, courtesy of the New Yorker magazine cartoonists. 35,000 first printing. Ad/promo. Radio tour. An Illustrated Viking Voyage: Retracing Leif Eriksson's Journey in an Authentic Viking Karr (Nov.; $51.95, $34.95 paper) by W. Hodding Carter, photos by Russell Kaye. Photos, maps and narration retrace the Vikings' journey to North America; tie-in to a Smithsonian Institute exhibition. Ad/promo. Radio tour. Pomegranate For a Better World: Posters from the United Nations (Sept., $35) by Edward B. Marks chronicles UN history as seen through 50 years of its graphic art. Jane Morris: The Pre-Raphaelite Model of Beauty (Sept., $30) by Debra N. Mancoff tells the story of the Victorian era supermodel who became as famous as the artists who painted her; color and b&w photos. Walls of Heritage, Walls of Pride: African American Murals (Sept., $60) by James Prigoff and Robin J. Dunitz brings together 30 years of mural art from urban landscapes across the country.
Clarkson Potter Frédéric Fekkai: A Year of Style (Oct., $35) captures the Fekkai philosophy of simple elegance and casual chic in hair, make-up, clothing and lifestyle. Ad/promo. 6-city author tour. The Birth of Coffee (Nov., $45) by Linda Rice Lorenzetti, photos by Daniel Lorenzetti, traces the annual production cycle of the world's most beloved beverage across five continents. Ad/promo. Author publicity. Tropical Houses: Living in Nature in Jamaica, Sri Lanka, Java, Bali, and the Coasts of Mexico and Belize (Nov., $60) by Tim Street-Porter surveys spectacular homes located throughout earth's paradises. Advertising. The Art and History of Black Memorabilia (Dec., $34.95) by Larry Vincent Buster takes a look at the controversial collections of artifacts that depict people of African descent. Ad/promo. Prestel Icons of Film: The 20th Century (Oct., $29.95), edited by Peter Englemeier, showcases the great names and memorable movies of the past century. Photos That Changed the World (Oct., $29.95), edited by Peter Stephan, captures the most compelling moments and events of the past 100 years. Abe Frajndlich: Portraits (Nov., $39.95) by Abe Frajndlich presents stunning portraits of movie stars, film directors, rock 'n' roll legends and artists. Princeton Architectural Press TM: Trademarks Designed by Chermayeff &Geismar (Oct., $40) by Ivan Chermayeff, Tom Geismar and Steff Geissbuhler displays more than 200 familiar trademarks created over the firm's 40-year history. Crystal Palaces: Garden Conservatories of the United States (Nov., $45) by Anne S. Cunningham details 25 conservatories with lavish color photos and evocative descriptions. Public Affairs American Greats (Oct., $30), edited by Robert A. Wilson and Stanley Marcus, presents great achievements in American thought, art, architecture and design. John F. Kennedy: The Presidential Portfolio: History as Told Through the Collection of the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum (Oct., $35), edited by Charles Kenney, combines a narrative with documents, photographs and artifacts; includes a 90-minute CD of the president's phone conversations and dictations.Advertising. Reader's Digest Target Earth: The Search for Rogue Asteroids and Doomsday Comets That Threaten our Planet (Nov., $24.95) by Duncan Steel. Photos and illustrations accompany the scientific explanation of what cosmic impacts are, how they are caused and the nature of their consequences. Reganbooks China Chic (Nov., $50) by Vivienne Tam. East meets West in this lavishly illustrated book on Chinese style; a New York Fashion Week tie-in. Ad/promo. Author publicity. Hothouse (Nov., $30) by Rolling Stone editors features more than 100 shots of teen idols. 50,000 first printing. Riverhead The American President (Oct., $24.95) by Philip B. Kunhardt Jr., Philip B. Kunhardt III and Peter W. Kunhardt. This heavily illustrated book reviews American presidents thematically, rather than chronologically. Rizzoli International Rizzoli Quadrifolios: Michelangelo: The Sistine Chapel by Stefano Zuffi, and Van Gogh (Sept., $35ea.) by Francesco Castri contain color illustrations and pages that open up to poster-size reproductions. 25,000 each first printing. Advertising.
Through the Shopping Glass: A Century of New York Christmas Windows (Sept., $35) by Sheryll Bellman captures New York City's Christmas windows from the early 1900s to the present. Ad/promo. Chorus of Light: Photographs from the Sir Elton John Collection (Oct., $60), interview by Ingrid Sischy, highlights more than 200 photos from the pop icon's collection. Advertising. India Holy Song (Oct., $75) by Xavier Zimbardo captures the mystery, beauty and spirituality of India in more than 100 color photos. Advertising. Author tour. Routledge Historical Atlas of the American Revolution (Oct., $50) by Ian Barnes, edited by Charles Royster. Illustrations and artwork detail the history of the nation's struggle for independence. How to Use Your Eyes (Nov., $28) by James Elkins invites readers to look more closely at the world around them with surprising results. Advertising. Author tour. Real Life at the White House: 200 Years of Daily Life at America's Most Famous Residence (Nov., $35) by John and Claire Whitcomb is an illustrated tour of the White House through each presidential term. Advertising. S T U Scala Publishers (dist. by Antique Collectors' Club) The Antique Treasures of Colonial Williamsburg (Nov., $35) by Ronald T. Hurst and Senior Curators surveys 200 of the most significant antique treasures found in Colonial Williamsburg. St. Martin's Press At the Plaza: An Illustrated History of the World's Most Famous Hotel (Oct., $35) by Curt Gathje. Photos and anecdotes tell the history of New York City's landmark hotel. Gerry Spence's Wyoming: The Landscape (Oct., $75) by Gerry Spence features a Wyoming rarely seen by tourists, with dramatic photos and an accompanying CD of Spence reading his p try. Our Peaceable Kingdom: The Photographs of John Drysdale (Oct., $19.95), compiled by Margaret Regan, features photographs of the gentler side of wildlife. Ronald Reagan: His Life in Pictures (Jan., $29.95) by James Spada tells the story of the political figure, with rare and unpublished photos. Ad/promo. Author tour.
St. Martin's Press/Thomas Dunne Books Private Ireland: Irish Living &Irish Style Today (Sept., $35) by Simon McBride and Karen Howes features more than 250 color photos of Irish homes. Simon &Schuster Classic Modern: Mid-Century Modern at Home (Oct., $40) by Deborah Dietsch documents design and architecture of the mid-20th century, featuring color photos of furniture, architecture and domestic design. Sacred Legacy: Edward S. Curtis and the North American Indian (Oct., $60), edited by Christopher Cardozo. More than 200 photos document the lives and traditions of Native Americans, by geographic region. Living in New England (Nov., $35) by Elaine Louis and Sølvi Dos Santos surveys the region's distinctive style, from shingle-sided beach cottages to stone farmhouses. Gibbs Smith French by Design (Aug., $39.95) by Betty Lou Phillips provides color photos and tips on how to create contemporary French-country style. Steidl Sirota: Guess Who? 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The famous blue canine helps everyone celebrate the Christmas season with memories of the artist's childhood in 1950s Louisiana. 100,000 first printing. 10-city author tour. Monastic Gardens (Nov., $35) by Mick Hales. Photos from around the world help to show the integral role that gardens play in monastery life. 25,000 first printing. Taschen Helmut Newton (Nov., $29.99), edited by Manfred Heiting, features selections from an exhibition of the photographer's work in the New National Gallery in Berlin. London Interiors (Oct., $39.99) by Jane Edwards presents modern living in London with color photos of stylish homes. Julius Shulman: Modernism Rediscovered (Nov., $39.99 paper, flexi-binding) by Pierluigi Serraino pays homage to California modernism with photos by architectural photographer Shulman. Jungles (Nov., $39.99) by Frans Lanting is a photographic tour of the planet's tropical forests, exploring the parallel phenomena that unite these far-flung landscapes. Ten Speed Press Imperial Wardrobe (Oct., $75) by Gary Dickinson and Linda Wrigglesworth looks at clothing colors, designs and insignias of China's last imperial dynasty. African Kings: Portrait of a Disappearing Era (Nov., $40) by Daniel Lainé. Formal portraits of 70 African kings in full regalia are accompanied by brief biographies and historical notes on the tribe, rituals and history associated with each ruler. Ad/promo. To Honolulu in Five Days: Cruising Aboard Matson's S.S. Lurline, 1933-1963 (Jan., $24.95) by Lynn and Nick Krantz and Mary Thiele Fobian offers a glimpse of the artwork, lavish cuisine and glamorous accommodations that enticed the Hollywood jet set aboard the luxury liner. Ad/promo. Author publicity. Texas A&M Univ. Press American Aquarium Fishes (Sept., $99.95) by Robert J. Goldstein with Rodney W. Harper and Richard Edwards. Photos and line drawings offer a guide to identifying, catching and breeding native freshwater fish for the home aquarium. Thames &Hudson Living in the Highlands (Sept., $40) by Lesley Astaire and Roddy Martine, photos by Eric Ellington, highlights tradition and style of daily life in the Scottish Highlands. Advertising. The Most Beautiful Villages and Towns of the South (Sept., $40) by Bonnie Ramsey, photos by Dennis O'Kain, features the unique aspects of Southern life, such as horse culture, church events and luscious gardens. Advertising. Author publicity. Century of the Body: 100 Photoworks 1900-2000 (Oct., $50), edited by William A. Ewing. Photos placed in chronological sequence represent genres of body-centered photography. BOMC and QPB selections. The Dalai Lama's Secret Temple: Tantric Wall Paintings from Tibet (Oct., $65) by Ian Baker, photos by Thomas Laird, intro by the Dalai Lama, reproduces the mysterious masterpieces found on the walls of the private chapel behind the Potala Palace. Advertising. Author publicity. The Spirit of Asia: Journeys to the Sacred Places of the East (Oct., $40) by Michael Freeman, photos by Alistair Shearer, captures the mystical vigor of the East. Advertising. Ancient Egypt: The Great Discoveries (Nov., $40) by Nicholas Reeves follows a year-by-year format of discoveries made in Egypt from the Rosetta Stone to the Valley of the Golden Mummies. Time-Life Books Savoring Spain and Portugal (Oct.) by Joyce Goldstein and Savoring Southeast Asia (Nov., $39.95ea.) by Joyce Jue explore the rich culinary past and present of these cultures. In the Presence of Dinosaurs (Nov., $34.95) by John Colegrande and Larry Felder depicts the lives of dinosaurs with 100 full-color paintings. Trafalgar Square Feng Shui for Modern Living: Bring Harmony, Health, Wealth and Happiness into Your Life (Aug., $29.95) by Stephen Skinner with Mary Lambert is an illustrated volume that assists in bringing balance into one's home. Tuttle Infinite Spaces: The Art and Wisdom of the Japanese Garden (Sept., $24.95), edited by J Earle, photos by Sadao Hibi, combines Japanese garden design with excerpts from the Sakuteiki, an 11th-century Japanese text on creative garden design. Bruce Lee: The Celebrated Life of the Golden Dragon (Nov., $24.95 paper), edited by John Little, features unpublished family photos and Hollywood stills from Lee's career. Ad/promo. Author publicity. Tuttle/Periplus Editions The Japanese House: Architecture and Interiors (Oct., $39.95) by Alexandra Black and Noboru Murata offers a photographic tour through 15 private homes, revealing the understated Japanese aesthetic. Universe Blue Note: Jazz Photography of Francis Wolff (Oct., $29.95) by Michael Cusuna and Charlie Lourie. Photos tell the story behind famed Blue Note recording sessions. Advertising. Barbie Live (Nov., $29.95) by Lisa Birnbach, photos by Nancy Ellison, poses Barbie in real settings and in different roles in order for her to act out her dreams and aspirations. Advertising. The Hollywood Archive: The Hidden History of Hollywood in the Golden Age (Nov., $55) by Paddy Calistro compiles nostalgic photographs of classic Hollywood both on screen and off. Mackenzie Thorpe: From the Heart (Nov., $35) by Mackenzie Thorpe celebrates the folk artist who frequently creates animals to express ideas on love and friendship. V W X Y Z Ventana Editions Places of Power (Oct., $60), essay by Rob Pike, photos by John Sexton, explores the beauty of technological achievement in 80 black-and-white duotones. Viking Studio The Garden at Chatsworth (Aug., $40) by the Dutchess of Devonshire includes text and color photos of the 400-year-old garden. Readers Subscription Book Club selection. The Vogue Book of Blondes (Aug., $24.95) by Kathy Phillips features blondes of all shapes and sizes, from film stars to sports her s. The Beatles in Rishikesh (Oct., $30) by Paul Saltzman. Photos by Saltzman recall the Fab Four's ashram visit and their beginning love affair with Indian mysticism and music. Furniture for the 21st Century (Nov., $39.95) by Betty Norbury highlights pieces by 36 designers from around the world. Vanity Fair's Hollywood (Nov., $60), edited by Graydon Carter and David Friend, is a look at a century of the movie mecca's glory, power, glamour and scandal. Advertising. Bookspan Book Club selection. Voyageur Press Lighthouses of the Pacific Coast: Your Guide to the Lighthouses of California, Oregon, and Washington (Aug., $29.95) by Randy Leffingwell and Pamela Welty details the region's lighthouse history, featuring 140 color and b &w photos. Ad/promo. Author publicity. This Old Harley: The Ultimate Tribute to the World's Greatest Motorcycle (Aug., $29.95), edited by Michael Dregni, pays tribute to the popular bike in this anthology of stories, art and photography. Ad/promo. Our Florida: Heritage of the Sunshine State in Stories and Photos (Oct., $29.95), edited by Michael Dregni, includes the best Floridian writers and photographers. Advertising. Watson-Guptill Christie's Art Deco (Sept., $35) by Fiona Gallagher provides background history and illustrations on the unique design style. A World of Our Own: Women as Artists Since the Renaissance (Oct., $50) by Frances Borzello tells the story of women artists who have grappled with the exclusionary tactics of male-dominated art worlds, with color and b &w illustrations. Understanding Painting: Themes in Art Explored and Explained (Oct., $45), edited by Alexander Sturgis and Hollis Clayton, takes a fresh approach to Western art by pairing unlikely combinations to reveal parallels that cross national boundries and time periods. Watson-Guptill/Billboard Books Paul McCartney: I Saw Him Standing There (Sept., $35) by Jorie B. Gracen includes photos, interviews and personal anecdotes, revealing McCartney in the post-Beatles years. From Abba to Mama Mia! (Oct., $39.95) by Carl Magnus takes readers backstage to meet the group, chronicle its success and talk about their future; includes more than 500 photos. Special Effects: The History and the Technique (Oct., $75) by Richard Rickitt provides an up-to-date illustrated history of special-effects development, featuring interviews with the masters. Westcliffe Publishers Utah: Then and Now (Sept., $50) by Tom Till pairs historic 19th- and 20th-century photographs with modern-day images, revealing the changes that have shaped Utah's landscape during the past 100-plus years. Florida's Unsung Wilderness: The Swamps (Oct., $24.95) by Connie Bransilver and Larry Richardson highlights the diversity and beauty of the unique ecosystem, using color photos, quotations, p try, scientific information and the authors' personal experiences. Wildlands Press The Living Wild (Sept., $55) by Art Wolfe celebrates more than 140 of the planet's species and focuses on the crucial interdependence between animal life and the environment. $75,000 ad/promo. Author tour. Willow Creek Press Labs Afield: Hunting with America's Favorite Retriever (Aug., $29.50) by E. Donnall Thomas Jr., photos by Denver Bryan, observes Labrador retrievers as they hunt and retrieve waterfowl and upland birds. The Worth Press (dist. by Motorbooks International) Timechart of Military History: 3000 B.C. to the Present (Aug., $24.95) covers warfare from the ancient Egyptians to modern guerilla warriors and high-tech armies. Yale Univ. Press Painters and the American West: The Anschutz Collection (Sept., $45) by Joan Carpenter Troccoli and Sarah Anschutz Hunt is a reader's guide to the finest group of privately owned paintings of the American West; a tie-in to a travelling exhibition that begins in Denver, Colo., October 2000. Hutterites of Montana (Oct., $39.95) by Laura Wilson includes photos and text that bring this little-known community to life. Venice and the East: The Impact of the Islamic World on Venetian Architecture, 1100-1500 (Oct., $60) by Deborah Howard investigates the influence of oriental trade and travel on medieval Venice and its architecture. Klimt's Women (Nov., $50), edited by Gerbert Frodl and Tobias G. 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2000 Gift Books
Sep 25, 2000
A version of this article appeared in the 09/25/2000 issue of Publishers Weekly under the headline:
