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'An important piece of fashion history.' -  Vogue Intimate and elegant photographs taken just before Kate Moss's rise to fame, in a stylish new edition This gorgeously produced book features intimate portraits of a young and undiscovered Kate Moss, taken in the early 1990s by her then-boyfriend, Italian photographer Mario Sorrenti. Seen by Calvin Klein, the photographs gave life to the famous Obsession campaign, which launched Moss to international superstardom. Sumptuously reproduced in tritone, Kate is a stunning photographic portfolio of one of contemporary culture's most iconic figures. It includes an introductory essay by Sorrenti, which puts the work in its uniquely personal context. This book, which celebrates the dawn of two legendary careers, and the start of the highly influential aesthetic of 1990s fashion photography, is a must-have for Kate Moss's fans, for fashion devotees, and for lovers of traditional portraiture and fashion photography. |Intimate and elegant photographs taken just before Kate Moss's rise to fame, in a stylish new edition| Mario Sorrenti is an Italian photographer and director. He has published his work extensively in fashion magazines, including  Vogue, i-D ,  W Magazine  and  Harper's Bazaar , and has had exhibitions in London, Paris, Monaco, and New York. He shot for brands including Calvin Klein, Dior, Lancôme , Louis Vuitton, and Chanel, among others. Kate Moss is a British model whose collaborations with Calvin Klein rocketed her to fame and iconic status. In 2013 her contribution to fashion over the past 25 years was acknowledged by the British Fashion Awards.

The definitive collection of Robert Mapplethorpe's flower photographs in a sophisticated new edition Robert Mapplethorpe is one of the twentieth century's most important artists, known for his ground-breaking and provocative work. He studied painting, drawing, and sculpture in Brooklyn in the 1960s and started taking photographs when he acquired a Polaroid camera, in 1970. Beginning in 1973 and until his death in 1989, Mapplethorpe explored the flower with extraordinary dedication, using a range of photographic processes - from Polaroids to dye-transfer color works. In carefully constructed compositions, he captured roses, orchids, snapdragons, daisies, tulips and other species - both common and rare - and forever transformed the way we perceive a classic and familiar subject. The result - a stunning body of work - is collected in this elegant book, with a foreword by Mapplethorpe's close friend Dimitri Levas and an introduction by Herbert Muschamp. |The definitive collection of Robert Mapplethorpe's flower photographs in a sophisticated new edition| Mark Holborn is an editor and designer of books, as well as a writer, who has worked internationally with many leading artists and photographers. He collaborated with the Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation on the original, definitive volumes of Mapplethorpe's work twenty-five years ago. He lives in England. Dimitri Levas is a New York-based art director, whose career has spanned book design, magazine layout, set design and prop styling. He worked closely with Robert Mapplethorpe over the years, and with the Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation on numerous publications. Herbert Muschamp (1947-2007) was a  New York Times  writer and one of the most influential architecture critics of his generation.

A collection of 445 exciting and accessible recipes that celebrate North Africa's vibrant and diverse food culture Life in North Africa heavily revolves around that most important of passions, food. Drawing on Berber, Arabic, and Ottoman influences as well as French, Spanish, and Italian ones, this gorgeous cookbook explores the culinary diversity of the Maghreb, a region that spans Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya. With 445 delicious and authentic North African dishes that can easily be recreated at home, this treasure trove of a book reveals an exciting cuisine that is as varied and fascinating as the countries it covers. Irresistible recipes and stunning photography bring the region to life, from the Atlantic and Mediterranean coast in the west and the north, across farmland, orchards, plateaus carpeted in wheat, and mountain peaks, to the great Sahara in the south and east. A series of essays scattered throughout the book introduce key ingredients and cultural traditions, adding extra depth to Jeff Koehler's compelling introduction, which celebrates food culture in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya, as well as providing a brief history of North Africa itself.  From griddled flatbreads and zesty salads to aromatic tagines, grilled meat and fish, and honey-rich pastries,  The North African Cookboo k showcases an unprecedented and authoritative collection of traditional and contemporary recipes for the home cook from this most intriguing and varied of regions.

BAO is a captivating book penned by the talented Erchen Chang. Published by Phaidon Verlag GmbH in 2023, this masterpiece immerses readers into a unique world, offering a refreshing perspective on the genre it belongs to. Author Erchen Chang, with his vivid imagination and exceptional storytelling skills, transports readers into the heart of the narrative, making it an unforgettable journey. The book BAO, despite being published recently in 2023, has already captured the hearts of many, thanks to its compelling narrative and the author's distinctive writing style. Phaidon Verlag GmbH, the publisher of this remarkable book, is known for bringing forth books that leave a lasting impact. BAO is no exception. This book is a must-read for those who appreciate good literature. Experience the magic of Erchen Chang's writing in BAO.

A stunning tribute to one of fashion's most iconic and enduring collaborations Evident from their first photoshoot in 1987, legendary photographer Steven Meisel's images of Linda Evangelista, one of the original 'supermodels' of the 1980s, are the result of a remarkable creative symbiosis between photographer and muse. Featuring more than 180 images shot over the course of twenty-five years, this long-awaited book chronicles Meisel's constantly evolving vision of Evangelista, pictured in a vast range of imaginative narrative contexts. Art directed by Jason Duzansky, the book includes an introduction by fashion editor William Norwich, which tells the story of their friendship and situates it in the wider context of the fashion industry. With gorgeous reproductions and packaged in a luxurious cloth case, this extraordinary title is Meisel's first retrospective monograph. It celebrates a collaboration that has produced some of fashion history's most memorable images.