‘Every now and then there is a book published so important that it can justifiably be described as essential to its prescribed audience. ... One thing is sure: if you do not have a copy of Magnum Contact Sheets on your bookshelf you cannot be serious about photography. – State magazine

‘Sparkling, brilliantly analysed treatise on the use of optics in art and one of the most important books on painting published in the last 100 years.’ – State magazine

‘A pleasure to read and beautiful to look at... DH Lawrence said you should ‘trust the tale, not the artist.’ In the case of Christopher Ondaatje, you feel you can do both.’ – The Lady

‘Art and mathematics combine in this 3D homage to Maurits Cornelis Escher. Tricky concepts of infinity, paradox and perspective are re-imagined in playful form as his famous woodcuts and drawings rise triumphantly from the page to refute any allegations of their nonsensical impossibility.’ – The Daily Telegraph

‘What Christmas is complete without board games? With this clever compendium-style book you’ll never be stuck for ideas again.’ – Sainsbury’s magazine

‘Here’s a great idea for your wish list: 'A Bigger Message - Conversations with David Hockney' is a book destined to become a classic’ - ArtsDaily.org

‘Sumptuous is the first word that hits you. Like a City monument, this full-colour, 352-page tome on the Square Mile feels like it’s been hewn from a block of Portland Stone and lavishly decorated by master craftsmen .... The Square Mile has been crying out for its own book for years ... enjoy this lavishly illustrated guide to some of the most diverse and densely packed architecture on earth’ - The Londonist

‘The extraordinary displays of human bones in Europe’s charnel houses may now seem utterly bewildering to us, but The Empire of Death reveals fascinating insights into these misunderstood religious monuments’ – Metro

‘Bridges the gap between bedside favourite and desktop standby with admirable ease’
– Total Film

‘As comprehensive a photographic record of London’s financial centre as you could wish for ... If someone you know is a London obsessive...then you’ve just got their Christmas present sorted’ – Spectator

‘Every now and then a new children’s book comes out that blows almost everything else off the shelf. 'Operation Alphabet' is a brand new story devised by Al MacCuish, creative director at top ad agency Mother. And it’s a stunner’ – BabesAboutTown.com

‘Gives an interesting and rare insight into vernacular and colonial influences on Africa’s mushrooming metropolises’ – RIBA Journal

‘This monograph provides a complete history of the artist’s career to date and Herbert successfully negotiates the various themes throughout Wallinger’s oeuvre into a highly comprehensive and informative text’ – Aesthetica

‘A beautiful volume, as you would expect from Thames & Hudson ... 'On the Estate' is a fascinating glimpse into another world’ - Tribune

‘Patrick Mauries’ beautifully illustrated overview of this fascinating area of collecting shows us page after page of the strange and the freakish containing both shocking images along with items of riveting beauty’ - Birmingham Post

‘This book is quite attention grabbingly phenomenal, at a glance it is stuffed full with brilliant drawings ... obviously the product of a labour of love as well as of considerable research and knowledge as well as extraordinary artistic talents ... The price is extremely reasonable and those with an interest in aircraft will absolutely be over the moon ... this is a real bargain’ - School Librarian

‘This book takes the propaganda out of drug use and records the history of substance use informatively and free of banal morality. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to all as a must-have, must-read’ - Drugs and Alcohol Today (Journal)

‘These contact sheets, souvenirs of a technology that is now obsolete, are the elegy for a lost art’ - The Observer
‘Magnum Contact Sheets reveals the unseen pictures that led to the creation of some of the most iconic and historic images of the modern world, taken by photography’s top names’
- Scotland on Sunday
‘A treasure chest of material ... this is a book that sets out to transfix and absorb all those that fall on its pages ... with Christmas just around the corner ... this should take its place at the top of your wish list’ - The Usual Shutter Specs Blog

‘Fun, quirky and sure to become a cult food and design publication, this book offers an entirely fresh and idiosyncratic look at the world’s most popular food - pasta. ... This information, developed over hundreds of hours of research, is utterly unique - and beautiful’ - Dezeen.com

‘Harris’s biography will make those who are new to Woolf want to read her more consciously and fully too’ – The Independent

‘Exhilarating collection of travelling tales ... offer an evocative portrait of the late-colonial era, interwoven with beautiful illustrations ... Not only the geographical landscapes intrigue, but the landscapes of the human mind and heart which Ondaatje charts in moving details’ - The Independent

‘Beautifully illustrated (and very fairly priced) … This man is blessed with great gifts, and he shares them with great generosity’ – Margaret Drabble, The Guardian

‘A crash course in Hockney’s artistic vision … Covers a wide range of time-honoured themes emanating from his experience as an artist. This gives the book its authority, charm and accessibility. It is from the heart. … The cool prose, the avoidance of the congested art-speak that is such a blight on contemporary criticism, the smart production values and generous illustrations make this a treat to read. Part anecdote, part diary, part essay, part biography, it’s a shot in the arm for all painters and a must-read for all who want a sound and stimulating introduction to the great challenges of any artist that are both timeless and pertinent … a series of sympathetic conversations between a brilliantly informed artist and a refreshingly direct and understanding writer. Inspiring and useful for anyone attempting to make art instinctively’ – The Irish Times

‘A classic of documentary photography … an extraordinary testament to Koudelka’s keen eye and darkly romantic imagination … beautifully printed’ – Photography Book of the Month, The Observer

‘One of the most ambitious pop-up books projects of all time … a great introduction to the famous Dutch artist’s graphic work’ – Creative Review

‘Densely informative, brilliantly illustrated guide to the interpretation of the hieroglyphs in Maya art’ – Andrew Robinson, Current World Archaeology

‘An absorbing look at a much-practised genre, and is a genuinely worthwhile look at portraiture in general’ – Amateur Photographer

‘A remarkable picture of Britain’s greatest living artist’ – The Daily Telegraph

‘A special opportunity to appreciate the breadth of this exceptionally talented sculptor’s output’ – RWA Art Magazine

‘Comprehensive … lavishly illustrates the 51-year-old artist’s refusal to repeat himself’ – The Guardian

‘A wonderfully perceptive, unpretentious study which is pacy in style, riveting in content and perfectly accessible to the most obdurate Woolf-avoider … Every page of Harris’s insightful book is pervaded by Woolf’s passion for life, her sense of fun and her immense capacity for joy. The “mad genius” and the supercilious snob with the big brain are banished … by the final page Harris has made you desperate to tackle the novels, to get stuck in and to submerge yourself in Woolf’s unmistakable, wholly original and imaginative responses to the world’ – The Daily Mail

‘An enjoyable potted account of a fascinating life lived during a fast-changing period of history … Dr Harris is a supple writer, easy to read, and packs a lot in’ – Country Life

‘Harris wears her scholarship lightly and is an engaging commentator’ – Times Higher Education

‘A cabinet of curiosities in itself, this book is a delight’ – The Scotsman

‘Discomfiting but vital’ – Metro

‘Gorgeously evocative images of some of the greatest images on Earth – from Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia to Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum – will make you itch to find your passport’ – Metro

‘This work would be sufficient to persuade even the most confirmed urbanite to move to the shires’ – The Times

‘Packed with great ideas for small space living that you could incorporate into your own home … easy to follow and informative’ – Scottish Sunday Mail

‘Elevates the stiletto to godly status’ – Vogue

‘Unique … authoritative yet readable’ – Prospect

‘I HAD to write and squeal and jump about [this book] … What’s not to love? … Go get this book for your boys, it will be loved forever’ – The Brothers Trimm.com

‘Inspiring and stimulating …[features] creative, intelligent and witty design solutions delivering fun and sophisticated working environments’ – Building Design

‘A luxurious chronicle … combines detailed explanations with high-quality photography and plans, neatly balancing eye candy and serious analysis … Any interior designer or architect in need of inspiration should check it out’ – On Office

‘A truly brilliant collection of haunting imagery … wholly commended’ – Amateur Photographer

‘These extremely handy guides are so packed with information and fantastic colour illustrations that you could effectively make a virtual tour of the art of both of these major cities without leaving home … extremely useful’ – Good Book Guide

‘A fascinating read, full of clues, ideas and research into the beginnings and importance of art to humanity from the very beginning’ – Good Book Guide
The Mind in the Cave ‘A classic’ – Good Book Guide
Inside the Neolithic Mind ‘Brilliantly illuminates the beliefs and society of the Neolithic period … skilfully researched and elegantly written’ – Good Book Guide

‘Sumptuously illustrated … exceptionally well documented, this is a dazzling book of a crucial time in the life of an important artist’ – Good Book Guide

‘A masterpiece’ – Good Book Guide

‘A clever idea … certainly makes you appreciate the wealth of what’s on offer’ – Metro

‘A master of 20th-century photography … a testament to a continent in the aftermath
of war … All European life is here’ – The Daily Express

‘A great idea, smartly executed … You’ll never confuse a Stoic with a Cynic again’ – i

‘Gorgeous … “I don’t give a chic!” reads the subversive slogan on a 1990s scarf by Moschino. This book will appeal precisely to those who do’ – Country Life
‘Fascinating … the neck’s big thing’ – The Lady

‘Peppered with buzzwords that seek to underpin his thinking: irreverence, fearlessness, subversion and persuasion’ – List

‘Extraordinary gems liven up every page … filled with dazzling illustrations and a well-researched text, which is bound to delight those with an interest in priceless treasures and fine craftsmanship’ – The Birmingham Post

‘A delightful introduction to Vincent van Gogh … Text and images will appeal to both aspiring artists and garden lovers’ – Cassone

‘Refreshingly fun to read and look at’ – State of the Art

‘A godsend for more serious students of Mesoamerican culture – and an absorbing read for anyone’ – The Scotsman

‘Authoritative and up-to-date’ – Britain at War

‘The first book to truly explore Webb’s 30-year career in depth … a thorough exploration of Webb’s work and well worth its price tag’ – Amateur Photographer

‘Thames & Hudson can pat itself on the back for this definitive guide to newsstand aesthetics, featuring many classic techniques and inspirational approaches … anyone involved or interested in mag design should get their mitts on it’ – Computer Arts

‘A celebration of one man’s enthusiasm … It reminds us that the provincial can be the home of the thought-provoking, that exciting material is to be found in strange, unexpected places. It may inspire us to search it out. It teaches us to expect the unexpected’ – Culture Wars

‘An invaluable record of the artist’s unorthodox views on painting, as well as an affectionate portrait of the artist’ – The Independent

‘For a perfect introduction to the stories of the Classical world, look no further than this short, modern, concise book. … Affordable, portable and accessible … thoroughly modern and approachable … Carefully researched, enjoyable, diverting and intriguing’ – Reference Reviews