Книги издательства Thames & Hudson

A celebration of the most beautiful, meaningful and inspiring photographs that have arisen from this very modern medium Photography: The Whole Story leads you through the world’s most iconic photographs – those images that have become ...

Published in association with the V&A, a comprehensive history of plywood, from its use in 18th-century furniture to its popularity in the digital age Plywood is an astonishingly versatile material, made by gluing together layers of cross-grai...

The definitive publication on the most exuberant design period of the 20th century Emerging in the late 1970s, the multistranded cultural phenomenon that came to be known as Postmodernism proclaimed the death of modernism. Postmodern architects an...

From the ever-provocative author of The Naked Ape, a pioneering and lively exploration of the importance of body language in art Every time an artist portrays a human subject, a decision has to be made about the posture of the figure. Will th...

Founded as a luxury leather goods house in 1913 in Milan, Prada entered the field of fashion when Miuccia Prada took the helm of the family company in 1979. After initially focusing exclusively on accessories, she presented the house’s first fa...

A compendium of magnificent engineering drawings that gives a unique overview of the history of railways The advent of railways played an instrumental part in Britain’s economic and social revolution in the 19th century, with technical advan...

An inspiring collection of homes made from salvaged and repurposed materials showcasing design ingenuity and award-winning architecture from across the globe. Bricks can be cleaned, timber hardens with age and metal develops a pleasing patina with...

A fascinating historical overview of the evolution of ring design from the Middle Ages to today, illustrated with almost 200 rare and luxurious examples drawn from the V&A's collections Rings are powerfully evocative pieces of jewelry, tra...

The first-ever book documenting the work of Australian street-art superstar Rone Known for his multi-storey murals gracing buildings all over the world, Melbourne-based artist Rone uses his work to explore the friction and connection between beaut...

The dramas and private tales, the suits and their accoutrements, the fabrics and the cuts, the history and future of Savile Row, as never before The skilled tailors of Savile Row in Mayfair, central London, have dressed kings, movie stars, rock le...

The definitive work on scarves in the 20th century Indispensable accessories and sought-after collectors’ items, scarves were an important innovation in 20th-century fashion. From Art Deco through 1950s Hollywood, the Swinging Sixties and be...

A comprehensive infallibly informed reference guide for the sneaker novice and connoisseur Sneaker culture is no longer the preserve of the hardcore sneaker freak: it is a full-blown mainstream phenomenon. Walk into any shoe shop today and yo...

The ultimate guide to over 300 of the very latest, ultra-collectible sneaker designs, presented through specially commissioned photography This sequel to the classic Sneakers: The Complete Collectors’ Guide is a global survey and reference g...

Reflecting on the link between the health of our soils and what we eat, Soil to Table is filled with ideas and wisdom about how to care for your soil and includes recipes from chef Lulu Cox Soil is a delicate ecosystem made up of mineral...

A visual analysis of the colours used in furnishing fabrics and wallpapers from the 15th century to now, providing inspiration for designers Spectrum offers a fascinating visual analysis of the colour palettes used in furnishing fabrics and w...