The Elements Of A Home

Have you ever been curious about the stories behind your everyday household objects and furnishings? From the importance of the clink of ice in a cocktail shaker to the devilish development of cutlery, Amy Azzarito’s book The Elements of a Home: Curious Histories behind Everyday Household Objects, from Pillows to Forks tells the tales of more than 60 ordinary furnishings and objects you have never thought twice about. Brimming with amusing anecdotes and absorbing trivia, this captivating collection is a treasure trove of curiosities.

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THE ART OF MAD MAX FURY ROAD

The greatest action movie this year is undoubtedly Mad Max Fury Road, and if you´re a fan of the action blockbuster you should check out The Art of Mad Max: Fury Road, the official accompanying book to the movie. The beautifully illustrated book tells the story of how ideas and drawings grew into the post-apocalyptic world explored in the film. The 176-page book features early character and vehicle sketches, behind-the-scenes shots of action sequences, and tons of ...
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THE GERMANS

Following the success of The Italians, this beautifully produced volume turns its focus to Germany and its outsized influence on automotive history. Through a carefully curated collection of fifty iconic vehicles, The Germans is a new book that traces German car design from the nineteen twenties through the early two thousands, covering everything from humble people movers to precision built performance legends. What makes this book work is its balance. It does n...
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Elon Musk

Elon Musk, the rule-breaking visionary, has revolutionized industries with electric vehicles, private space exploration, and AI. This biography written by Walter Isaacson (the same author that wrote Steve Jobs´ biography) delves into Musks life, from an abusive childhood in South Africa to his relentless pursuit of disruption. Isaacson spent two years shadowing Musk, uncovering triumphs, turmoil, and the question: do the demons that d...
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