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First published in 1938, this classic book introduces the British high street, pairing the timeless illustrations of Eric Ravilious with an engaging text by architectural historian J.M. Richards. Shops include the family butcher, the coach builder, the cheesemonger, the knife grinder and the oyster bar. Only 2000 copies of the original book were printed before the lithographic plates were destroyed in the London Blitz. As a result, it has become one of the most collectable of all artist's books from this period. This beautiful facsimile edition features Ravilious's illustrations in exquisite colour and includes an essay by V&A curator Gill Saunders placing the book and its history into context.

The Agile Rabbit Book of Historical and Curious Maps contains a collection of amazing and beautifully made maps that have been chosen for their visual impact and rarity. The selection is of great diversity in appearance and meaning; there are comparative overviews of the length of rivers and the height of mountains, nautical charts, medieval city plans, and maps from pre-historical times. Also included are images of how Europeans perceived the world to look like many centuries ago, highly detailed bird’s-eye maps from Japan, and archaic, captivating charts made by Native Americans and Australian Aboriginals. Furthermore, there are a number of very extraordinary maps with a double meaning. The CD-ROM contains high and low-resolution files of all the maps.

Seeing Is Understanding. How complex ideas are communicated via graphics

Graphs, maps, stats, and diagrams: this collection of infographics explores the development of visual communication in the big data age. More than 400 exemplary graphics — ranging from journalism to art, government to education — are accompanied by essays tracing the evolving art form that is pictorial explanation. Complete with in-depth fact sheets explaining each graphic project.

“If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.”
— Albert Einstein

Our everyday lives are filled with a massive flow of information that we must interpret in order to understand the world we live in. Considering the complex variety of data floating around us, sometimes the best — or even only — way to communicate is visually. This unique book presents a fascinating perspective on the subject, highlighting the work of the masters of the profession, creators of breakthroughs that have changed the way we communicate. Information Graphics has been conceived and designed not just for graphics professionals, but for anyone interested in the history and practice of communicating visually.

The in-depth introductory section, illustrated with over 60 images (each accompanied by an explanatory caption), features essays by Sandra Rendgen, Paolo Ciuccarelli, Richard Saul Wurman, and Simon Rogers. Looking back all the way to primitive cave paintings as a means of communication, this section gives readers an excellent overview of the subject. The second part of the book is entirely dedicated to contemporary works by today’s most renowned professionals, presenting 200 graphics projects, with over 400 examples — each with a fact sheet and an explanation of methods and objectives — divided into chapters by the topics Location, Time, Category, and Hierarchy.

Includes:

- 200 projects and over 400 examples of contemporary information graphics from all over the world — ranging from journalism to art, government, education, business and much more
- Four essays about the development of information graphics since its beginnings

The author:

Sandra Rendgen studied art history and cultural studies in Berlin and Amsterdam. Her work both as an editor and in developing concepts for media installations concentrates at the interface between image culture and technology, with a particular focus on data visualization, interactive media and the history of how information is conveyed. She is the author of TASCHEN’s Information Graphics and Understanding the World.

The editor:

Julius Wiedemann studied graphic design and marketing and was an art editor for newspapers and design magazines in Tokyo before joining TASCHEN in 2001. His titles include the Illustration Now! and Record Covers series, as well as the infographics collection and books about advertising and visual culture.

At a time when few women were educated or literate – and rarely travelled – German-born naturalist and artist Maria Sibylla Merian (1647–1717) made history with her studies of insects in Surinam. Trained as a copperplate engraver and watercolorist, she documented the metamorphosis of butterflies, laying the foundation for modern entomology. What Merian observed when breeding native species of butterfly triggered her curiosity, and spurred her to further investigation; the development from ovum, via larva and chrysalis, to adult butterfly was not fully understood in the 17th century. And not every pupa developed into a butterfly, which puzzled Merian for a long time.

On seeing a collection of butterflies from Dutch Guiana, modern Surinam, she decided to study tropical flora and fauna, to discover whether the moths and butterflies she saw in collections shared the same life cycle as those she had bred: the egg and caterpillar stage.

In 1699 she sailed for South America with daughter Dorothea, the first time any woman had ventured on a journey of exploration on this scale. Having evaluated and categorized her specimens, in 1705 she published her major work Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium, in Dutch and Latin. She made 60 copperplate engravings to illustrate the stages of insect development, arranged around the cultivated and wild plants she had encountered on her travels. With its detailed text and imagery, the Metamorphosis is the first work on the natural history of Surinam. For 17th century Europeans it was an insight into an unknown world.

TASCHEN’s reprint of a hand-colored first edition copy, belonging to the University Library of Basel, includes the complete plates with a commentary by Katharina Schmidt-Loske. Merian accomplished a pioneering achievement of the modern age. This publication pays homage to her work and offers readers an opportunity to appreciate her sumptuous engravings.

Big-billed technicolour marvels. 51 ready-to-frame art prints

John Gould’s toucans are arguably the most striking and dramatic bird illustrations ever published. Gould (1804–1881), one of the most prolific ornithological artists of the 19th century, had a romantic enthusiasm for winged creatures, as well as a passion for natural history and an impulse to catalogue. Drawing on his outstanding scientific and artistic talents, he embarked on a series of projects that would eventually make him the leading publisher of ornithological illustrations in Victorian Britain. Gould’s unparalleled career spanned five decades, during which he produced a series of books depicting birds from all over the world.

The dazzling illustrations from Gould’s Monograph of the Ramphastidae, or Family of Toucans, 1852-1854 represent his most dramatic, magnificent images. The amazing range of vivid colours — shiny black, vibrant red, yellow, and orange — creates an unprecedented sense of animation. Shown against simple backgrounds, Gould’s toucans look very much alive, as if they were about to take flight. The inspiration for Toucans came while Gould was working on his Birds of Europe when he became fascinated by the toucan collection of a fellow ornithologist. He made several trips to central European museums to gather material for Toucans, and after publication of the first edition, redrew some of the plates and added 20 new birds to this revised and expanded second edition. All are included in these touchingly beautiful reproductions of Gould’s hand-coloured lithographs.

It's time to work hard, but play harder with this modern kama sutra sex guide!

Introducing Kama Sutra Workout, an all-encompassing sex guide integrating sex positions with top workout tips, so you can now swap the gym for the bedroom and reap all the benefits!

Enjoy a plethora of positions to spice up your love life, satisfy your sex life and get you well on your way to achieving your fitness goals. This modern sex manual provides top tips to make each day a sex adventure, with 300 ways to achive a fit and toned body while reaching new heights of sexual bliss with exciting sex positions designed to work key muscle groups for both partners.

So what are you waiting for? Dive straight in to discover:
-300 sensual sexercises that make you work hard, and play harder
-Easy-to-follow illustrative demonstrations for each position
-His and hers position stats including target muscles, and intensity ratings
-Tips and tricks to maximise your physical and sexual satisfaction

From maintaining those muscles to sexual satisfaction, powerful positions and strength-inducing sexercies, this all-encompassing erotic book is sure to have something for everyone to enjoy. Whether it's rediscovering much-loved classic positions, or stepping outside the box and developing new ways to enjoy sex with your partner, this modern kama sutra is jam-packed with powerful sex tips and wonderful workout routines to practise beneath the sheets, proving the perfect adult Valentine's Day gift for your significant other.

At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. That's why each sexercise included in this savvy sex manual is clearly illustrated and complemented by stats and tips to help maximise your workout. A riveting read, the Kama Sutra Workout can be tailored to your individual fitness needs by including heart rate and flexibility ratings that allow you to choose positions based on your level of fitness, then build your strength for more challenging positions. Whether you're in the mood for a high-intensity quickie or an entire lovemaking marathon, Kama Sutra Workout will help to get you physically fit and sexually satisfied.

Treat your partner to something both special and spicy this Valentine's Day with this great new sex guide.

You'll never want to skip your workout, when it feels this good!

Fairy-Tale Finesse. Reviving East of the Sun and West of the Moon, Kay Nielsen’s Scandinavian masterwork

TASCHEN’s centenary reproduction of East of the Sun and West of the Moon revives a classic collection of 15 Norse folktales illustrated by the beloved Danish artist Kay Nielsen, one of the most famous children’s book illustrators of all time. Based on a precious first edition and including 11 of his extremely rare watercolour originals, the book features an all-new design refreshed for today's readers, numerous full-page illustrations, and double-spreads.

Step into a world of star-crossed lovers, magical winds, mischievous giants, and trolls, through some of the most exquisite illustrations in publishing history. In this gorgeous reprint, TASCHEN revives the most ambitious publication project of beloved Danish artist Kay Nielsen, one of the most famous children’s book illustrators of all time.

First published in 1914, East of the Sun and West of the Moon is a celebrated collection of fifteen fairy tales, gathered by legendary Norwegian folklorists Peter Christen Asbjørnsen and Jørgen Engebretsen Moe on their journeys across Norway in the mid-nineteenth century. Nielsen’s illustration edition of Asbjørnsen and Moe’s tales is considered a jewel of early 20th-century children's literature, highly sought-after by art and book collectors worldwide. An original signed copy of the book sold at auction in 2008 commanded the highest price ever paid for an illustrated children’s book.

This finely crafted reprint restores the stunning detail and artistry of Nielsen’s images to their original splendour. Featuring 46 illustrations, including many enlarged details from Nielsen’s rare original watercolors, the book is printed in five colors. Three accompanying essays, illustrated with dozens of rare and previously unseen artworks by Nielsen, explore the history of Norwegian folktales, Nielsen’s life and work, and how this masterpiece came to be.

The editor:

Noel Daniel is a graduate of Princeton University and a former Fulbright Scholar to Berlin. Her TASCHEN publications include Kay Nielsen's A Thousand and One Nights and East of the Sun and West of the Moon, The Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm, The Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen, Wintertime Tales, Magic, and The Circus.

Women are your friends. You get along with them even though they may disagree. Without chocolate you suffer, and get grumpy when your days don't start early. It is important to understand that your constitution may be stronger than you thought. Listen to those of good cheer, they have something to say too.

In a world where products are out as soon as they're in, where communicating without wires doesn't come without strings, and even our accessories need accessories, we need simple tools. A book that helps us look inside because we are overloaded outside.

Why Simple Diary?

There are three reasons why most people, although they have tried, won't keep a diary:

1. Not every day is very eventful.
2. It actually takes a lot of discipline to write.
3. In retrospect, many find what they have written embarrassing.

Keel's Simple Diary offers structure for those who don't have time to wonder, making it easy to record life's moments. It gives the pleasure of a quick response and the sense that no matter what's wrong, more is right.

What is Simple Diary?

It is an assistant for life, a book for any occasion, for any person at any age. On every page you will discover a taste of philosophy, a pinch of psychology and a twist of insight.

And here are three things Simple Diary can do for you:

1. Entertain the mind.
2. Help you focus.
3. Keep you company.

Women are your friends. You get along with them even though they may disagree. Without chocolate you suffer, and get grumpy when your days don't start early. It is important to understand that your constitution may be stronger than you thought. Listen to those of good cheer, they have something to say too.

In a world where products are out as soon as they're in, where communicating without wires doesn't come without strings, and even our accessories need accessories, we need simple tools. A book that helps us look inside because we are overloaded outside.

Why Simple Diary?

There are three reasons why most people, although they have tried, won't keep a diary:

1. Not every day is very eventful.
2. It actually takes a lot of discipline to write.
3. In retrospect, many find what they have written embarrassing.

Keel's Simple Diary offers structure for those who don't have time to wonder, making it easy to record life's moments. It gives the pleasure of a quick response and the sense that no matter what's wrong, more is right.

What is Simple Diary?

It is an assistant for life, a book for any occasion, for any person at any age. On every page you will discover a taste of philosophy, a pinch of psychology and a twist of insight.

And here are three things Simple Diary can do for you:

1. Entertain the mind.
2. Help you focus.
3. Keep you company.

Women are your friends. You get along with them even though they may disagree. Without chocolate you suffer, and get grumpy when your days don't start early. It is important to understand that your constitution may be stronger than you thought. Listen to those of good cheer, they have something to say too.

In a world where products are out as soon as they're in, where communicating without wires doesn't come without strings, and even our accessories need accessories, we need simple tools. A book that helps us look inside because we are overloaded outside.

Why Simple Diary?

There are three reasons why most people, although they have tried, won't keep a diary:

1. Not every day is very eventful.
2. It actually takes a lot of discipline to write.
3. In retrospect, many find what they have written embarrassing.

Keel's Simple Diary offers structure for those who don't have time to wonder, making it easy to record life's moments. It gives the pleasure of a quick response and the sense that no matter what's wrong, more is right.

What is Simple Diary?

It is an assistant for life, a book for any occasion, for any person at any age. On every page you will discover a taste of philosophy, a pinch of psychology and a twist of insight.

And here are three things Simple Diary can do for you:

1. Entertain the mind.
2. Help you focus.
3. Keep you company.

Women are your friends. You get along with them even though they may disagree. Without chocolate you suffer, and get grumpy when your days don't start early. It is important to understand that your constitution may be stronger than you thought. Listen to those of good cheer, they have something to say too.

In a world where products are out as soon as they're in, where communicating without wires doesn't come without strings, and even our accessories need accessories, we need simple tools. A book that helps us look inside because we are overloaded outside.

Why Simple Diary?

There are three reasons why most people, although they have tried, won't keep a diary:

1. Not every day is very eventful.
2. It actually takes a lot of discipline to write.
3. In retrospect, many find what they have written embarrassing.

Keel's Simple Diary offers structure for those who don't have time to wonder, making it easy to record life's moments. It gives the pleasure of a quick response and the sense that no matter what's wrong, more is right.

What is Simple Diary?

It is an assistant for life, a book for any occasion, for any person at any age. On every page you will discover a taste of philosophy, a pinch of psychology and a twist of insight.

And here are three things Simple Diary can do for you:

1. Entertain the mind.
2. Help you focus.
3. Keep you company.

Curate your home: Print Set Klimt

This inspiring print set offers sixteen designs to transform a blank wall into a personalized display. Each set of sixteen images has been specially selected from the TASCHEN collection as the most loved, and most interesting, examples of Klimt's work. 

The prints are packaged in a sturdy cardboard box and are suitable either for framing or as a poster.

"Hortus Eystettensis, "Le Jardin d'Eichstätt" demeure sans doute, pour les plus anciens exemplaires connus (1613), l'un des plus somptueux parmi les ouvrages représentant des fleurs.
(...) Le Florilège de Basilius Besler (1561-1629) nécessita une quinzaine d'années de travail. Il vise à décrire les végétaux qui ornaient le jardin épiscopal occupant, autour d'un château, le sommet de la colline de Willibadsburg, au nord-ouest d'Eichstätt.
(...) Ainsi se perpétue jusqu'à nous une horticulture réduite au précieux florilège dont quelques planches sont réunies ici, issues de l'exemplaire de la Bibliothèque nationale de France."
Gérard G. Aymonin

Avec 75 reproductions à pleine page représentant 208 espèces
Noms français et familles précisés
Bibliographie
Préface de Gérard AYMONIN du laboratoire de phanérogamie, Muséum national d’histoire naturelle de Paris.