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Luxury, exclusivity, status — for centuries, the cigar has been a symbol for the special and extraordinary. Cigar smoking, which began over 2,000 years ago with the Maya, is experiencing a huge renaissance today. The cigar is a recreational luxury item in high demand, a combination of craftsmanship and tradition with a cult following that is hard to top. Connoisseur and cigar expert Cosima M. Aichholzer is one of the world’s leading authorities on cigars. There isn’t a cigar lounge in the world she has not travelled to, or a brand that she has not personally tested.

Let us take you on an exciting and fascinating journey into the world of cigars. Learn more about the countries they come from, the raw materials that go into them, the craftsmanship involved in making them, and the world’s most beautiful cigar lounges, all shown in captivating pictures. Take a look at exclusive accessories, custom-made humidors, luxurious lighters, and many other items. So sit back, light up a cigar with celebrity fellow smokers, and peruse entertaining interviews that include tidbits like the cigar that Arnold Schwarzenegger finds unforgettable.

In THE CIGAR WORLD, Cosima M. Aichholzer will introduce you to interesting and highly regarded personalities of the cigar world, as well as offer an insight into a dazzling and international microcosm which on closer observation seems almost like a family to her. The opening chapter deals with TOP CIGAR BRANDS and their histories. Spearheading these producers are experts and enthusiasts who live to create the perfect cigar. She then explores the world’s most FAMOUS CIGAR SHOPS. Some of these have existed for generations, whilst others have opened in recent years and have been fabulously designed. The current trend for CIGAR LOUNGES has given birth to some wonderful creations around the world. In the course of researching this book, Cosima M. Aichholzer was fortunate enough to visit over 100 lounges. She presents here some of the most beautiful and interesting from that esteemed group. In CIGAR LIFESTYLE, she focus on the most beautiful things that surround the pleasure of cigar smoking. The cigar has made its appearance in the world of art and gastronomy, as well. THE CIGAR WORLD also includes a special by top Chef Anton Mosimann for the book created tobacco and a unique Roberto Cavalli photograph of his beloved Zino Cigar. After a short introduction into the Cigar Etiquette, finally, Cosima lets several international cigar connoisseurs have their say.

In addition to her love of art, travelling and cooking, the author has had, for more than 20 years, a passion for the world of cigars and the lifestyle that surrounds them. Cosima shares her knowledge and experience with fellow aficionados and hotels in the creation of top Cigar Lounges and in the organisation of exclusive Cigar Dinners around the world.

In the 2016 Cigar Smoking World Championship, Cosima was crowned UK champion and new world record holder in the women’s slow smoking category y with a time of 2 hours, 9 minutes and 6 seconds. ‘For me, smoking a cigar is like opening a good bottle of wine. Every cigar is unique – feel it, look at it, smell it, taste it and listen.’

 - Never-before-seen insights into the fascinating world of the elegant cigar
 - Exclusive interviews with prominent smokers about their favorite brands and great cigar moments
 - A wonderfully entertaining book, not just for smokers!

Видовищне свято найвідоміших старовинних автомобілів.

Завдяки більш ніж 1300 кольоровим фотографіям ключових класичних автомобілів кожного десятиліття, починаючи з 1940-х до 1980-х років, ви познайомитеся з дизайнерами цих прекрасних машин і дізнаєтеся історію їхніх виробників.

Ось що ви знайдете в цій розкішно ілюстрованій книжці про старовинні автомобілі:
- Вичерпні каталоги містять ключові характеристики кожної важливої ​​моделі з детальними профілями та специфікаціями
- Розповсюдження функцій розширюють сферу застосування цього класичного автомобільного посібника, охоплюючи все: від дизайнерів і виробників, які їх створили, до їх еволюції протягом десятиліть
- Приголомшливі зображення DPS додають цій книзі про класичні автомобілі додатковий шар кольору та смаку
- Написаний відомим автором і експертом з усіх аспектів автомобільного транспорту Джайлзом Чепменом

Від Bentley і Mercedes до Ferrari і Aston Martin, Classic Car розповідає вам історію понад 20 великих марок у неймовірних деталях. Він поміщає класичні автомобілі в ширший культурний контекст і описує їх неминущу спадщину як символи розкоші та об’єкти бажання.

Цей автомобільний довідник поставить вас на місце водія Chevrolet Corvette, Ford Thunderbird і Jaguar C-type. Він наповнений приголомшливими фотографічними каталогами, які демонструють культові автомобілі кожної епохи, і спеціально замовленими фотографіями, які вибирають ключові деталі кожної представленої моделі.

Незалежно від того, колекціонер ви цих суперкрутих автомобілів чи любитель автомобілів, просто немає аналогічної книги про класичні автомобілі.

Про автора:

Джайлз Чепмен – відомий журналіст і автор понад 40 книг про широкий спектр автомобільних тем. «Драйв» — це третій головний фільм, який він зняв для DK після всесвітньо успішних The Car Book (2011) та The Classic Car Book (2016), використовуючи свої знання про автомобільну культуру, історію та промисловість за 35 років роботи в автомобільних ЗМІ. Він був редактором Classic & Sports Car, найпопулярнішого у світі журналу про класичні автомобілі, а з 1994 року працював у десятках великих газет і журналів. Окрім своїх власних книг, серед яких My Dad had One Of Those, Chapman's Car Compendium, та Britain's Toy Car Wars, він працював радником багатьох інших авторів і видавців. Він заснував нагороду «Автомобільна книга року» Королівського автомобільного клубу та регулярно виступає на телебаченні та радіо, коментуючи питання автомобілів та автомобільної промисловості.

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Погортати книгу The Classic Car Book: The Definitive Visual History на Google Books

The Complete Book of Formula One is a year-by-year account of the cars, drivers, and races of Formula One from 1950 to the present. Includes full-color and historic black and white photos, thorough race data, and a fun and easy-to-read design.

Better than the original and a long way from factories and assembly lines. Handcrafted, radical, and subversive, these custom cars are designed and made by a small number of specialists around the globe.

From early hot rods and lowriders to modern tuning: this book presents a voluptuous variety of unique cars from around the world. Automobiles have been tuned, restored, and rebuilt for years, but — whether made for leisurely cruising or peak performance — today’s machines are more interesting than ever before. After exploring custom motorcycles in The Ride and The Ride 2nd Gear, it’s high time to focus on the four-wheeled scene.

The Drive breaks down barriers between custom car scenes and spotlights the best of the best. European sports cars and hot rods. Lowriders and widebodies. Featuring ambassadors like Ken Block and Magnus Walker, innovators like Ringbrothers and ICON, legends like George Barris and RE-Amemiya, and many others, The Drive provides detailed portraits of numerous personas and projects. Bold photo spreads, profiles of builders, and exclusive essays celebrate the variety of automotive craftsmanship.

The story told with The Drive showcases the diversity and reach of this custom movement. Each car is utterly unique; each builder a true personality. Passion and craft join within the walls of their workshops in North America, Europe, and Asia. The resulting vehicles — and this book — are for anyone for whom a car is undoubtedly more than just a way to get around. 

Buckle up for a world tour of custom car culture with the winner of the AUTO BILD Book-Award 2017.

- A unique overview of this growing trend in modern mobility
- Find the best e-bike for your tastes and lifestyle

Following on the success of The Bike Book, this volume takes us inside all aspects of this growing phenomenon — from smart technology and advanced design to the top visual trends. With power, distance, and speed, these handy vehicles will soon change urban mobility forever. Far less expensive and polluting than even the smallest e-car, e-bikes can be suitable for a variety of lifestyles, such as for difficult hilly terrains or long distance riding. And just like traditional sport and urban bikes, they can also come in folding options for convenience and luxury versions for stylish comfort.

1000 colour & b/w photos

A comprehensive guide to over 100 major military jets, from around the world since 1945. It includes full development histories of each aircraft

This book has chapters on the Harley-Davidson Story. It has an A-Z, a Year on Year of the bike, the Harley-Davidson lifestyle, Police Bikes, Guide to Model names etc.

На понад 400 сторінках редактор Міхаель Кекрітц, автор Юрген Левандовскі та фотограф Мішель Цумбрунн знайомляться з феномену Ferrari: його красою та сексуальною привабливістю, його класом та потужністю.

Успіх не ґрунтується на чудесах, а майже завжди є продуктом чіткої концепції — вершини амбітної, навіть яскраво інноваційної ідеї. Однак аура Ferrari справді наближається до чудес. Що ховається за цим явищем? Що є джерелом захоплення для бренду, чиї креативні проекти визнані на міжнародному рівні та сприйняті з ентузіазмом?

По-перше, навіть сьогодні — через 70 років після заснування компанії — диво Ferrari все ще значною мірою завдячує особистості Il Commendatore, Енцо Феррарі. Терпіння, пристрасть і суворість до себе та оточуючих дали бренду під емблемою Cavallino Rampante силу стати тим, ким він є сьогодні: справжнім зачаруванням на чотирьох колесах. По-друге, не менш важливий довгий список перемог у міжнародних перегонах. Немає такого класу, жодної конкуренції, на яку б Ferrari не націлилася й не перемогла більш-менш одразу протягом останніх 70 років існування компанії. Нарешті, Ferrari є синонімом естетики, елегантності та модного дизайну. Справжня цінність бренду та його продуктів вимірюється у валюті пристрасної відданості. Це третій і, мабуть, найважливіший елемент, який підтверджує диво Ferrari: The Ferrari Book: Passion for Design простежує еволюцію дива та дозволяє нам відчути пристрасть, надану автомобільній формі, у великому та захоплюючому форматі.

Про автора:

Базуючись на досвіді та цілеспрямованому пошуку теми протягом кількох десятиліть, а також завдяки ресурсам журналу про автомобілі та культуру, ramp, команда авторів, яка працювала з головним редактором Майклом Кекрітцем, розробила нову ідею для серії: у книзі The Ferrari Book: Passion for Design ентузіасти Ferrari знайдуть 40 вражаючих значків, усі вони відібрані відповідно до свого дизайну. Описуючи ключові елементи сучасного захоплення Ferrari та автомобілями, ця книга є новою та іншою справою для всіх справжніх шанувальників.

Fly fishing combines connecting with nature, the defining of personal aesthetics, and physical activity. The Fly Fisher shows the most beautiful fishing spots, self-tied flies, and the right equipment for this increasingly popular lark of leisure.

The perfect balance for those searching for a bit of peace and quiet and an outdoor activity: fly fishing combines connecting with nature, the defining of personal aesthetics, and physical activity. The Fly Fisher shows the most beautiful fishing spots, self-tied flies, and the right equipment for this increasingly popular lark of leisure.

Equal parts outdoor meditation and escapism – an alluring balance between nature and sport - fly fishing appeals to a diverse audience. The dedicated focus on the task at hand makes daily life fade away and the fly fisher is free to connect with the soothing sounds of the water while awaiting a catch.

Whether in the hands of those who claim wading and waiting in the water as a practice pastime or those curious minds that have yet to cast a line, The Fly Fisher exhibits a world of stunning locales, gear essentials, and knot patterns. Profiles of fly fishing legends and members of a fresh new generation of enthusiasts provide the first comprehensive discussion of the sport and an unparalleled overview of its artistry. Exclusive illustrations of fish species and self-tied flies and tips to finding the perfect stance and the proper grip are presented alongside vibrant imagery of various locations from the balmy salt waters of Florida to the rugged remoteness of Kamchatka, Russia. The Fly Fisher reveals how this rapidly growing outdoor activity creates both a sense of sport and sense of spirit.

For over 15 years, fly fishing has been the elixir of life for Thorsten Strüben. He is an instructor with the European Fly Fishing Association where he teaches budding fly fishers the discipline. Strüben also acts as an ambassador for Loop, the largest tackle manufacturer in the industry. In The Fly Fisher, he combines his knowledge of the scene with his technical expertise.

A freelance creative director from Hamburg and an active fly fisher for several years, Jan Blumentritt and his friends partake in fly-fishing adventures as much as possible. Blumentritt also joins anglers and fly tyers on fishing expeditions as a photojournalist.

Study the masters! Improve your handicap, swing, and technique.

Move from Saturday-golfer to amateur extraordinaire. Packed with everything golfing - from the history of golf, key players, and famous courses to insightful tips on how to step up your own game and master key shots.

Learn golf as a beginner or improve your game through tried and tested tips, a look into the most common mistakes and how to fix them, and how to perfect every swing. Inside, you'll find:

- Practical instructions about every aspect of golf
- 1,500 photos, illustrations, maps, and diagrams to develop correct, consistent technique
- Performance charts to assess your progress
- Chapters to help you "read" the course, deal with different situations, learn the all-important etiquette, terms and rules, and make decisions about choosing equipment
- Recent changes to the official rules of golf and the latest clubs, kit, and accessories

Authored by award-winning golf writer, Nick Bradley, this golf book engages keen golfers from start to finish. There is little about golf left untouched and the pages of this exciting book. It explores the game from its ancient origins to where it stands today, profiles great golfers, women's golf, competitions, and key moments in golfing history.

Brimming with detail and superbly illustrated, The Golf Book is the ultimate golfing gift and definitive guide to the famous game for players and fans alike. Bringing you face-to-face with stars such as Tiger Woods, Gary Player, and Nancy Lopez - golf courses like Augusta National USA and prolific competitions such as The Open, The Ryder Cup, and the Curtis Cup. You'll be inspired to book your time on the green and master your chip, pitch, and hybrid shots.

About the Author:

Nick Bradley has more than 25 years of experience training professional and elite junior golfers, and has coached players to victory on both the European and the PGA Tour. He is known as one of the most progressive performance consultants in the industry and is also an award-winning golf writer.

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Пролистать книгу The Golf Book: The Players • The Gear • The Strokes • The Courses • The Championships на Google Books.

The British Museum’s collection of watches is unsurpassed anywhere in the world. With examples ranging from sixteenth-century early stack freed watches (the first with built-in mechanisms to prevent them from running faster as their mainsprings wound down) to decorative watches of the seventeenth century, from precision-made chronometers of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries to mass-produced watches of the modern era, the collection follows the complete history of the watch through an incredible 500 years.

Strikingly illustrated with 250 colour images, this authoritative compendium presents that history with a range and depth unequalled by any other book. All the major makers of Europe and America are represented in its pages, many with multiple examples. Here you will find gems from the London workshops of Thomas Tompion, whose reputation stretched far and wide even in his own time; samples from the craftsmanship of Swiss-born Abraham Louis Breguet, who supplied the finest and costliest watches to the crown heads and aristocratic families of the Western world; and many other exquisite masterworks. Saul Peckham’s photography captures every finely-wrought detail, from the ornamentation of faces to the precision and intricacy of gears. An essential volume for horologists, collectors, and aficionados alike, The History of Watches will take you on a fascinating journey through time as recorded by the world’s most illustrious timepieces.

Train trips are classic yet very of the moment. This book introduces its readers to a wide variety of trains and routes from around the world that all offer extraordinary travel experiences.

Trains have always been the only truly cultivated way to travel. The slower rhythm from departure to arrival, the relaxed glide through the landscape, and the shift between city and country fill rail enthusiasts with great joy and are pleasures waiting to be discovered by the uninitiated.

The Journey presents a varied selection of extraordinary travel opportunities by train from around the world. Featuring historic luxury wagons, spectacular panoramic railways, and timeless itineraries, it takes the reader for a ride through breathtaking canyons and romantic scenery. Striking images, informative geographical material, and personal experiences bring these train adventures, which range from the quick three-hour trip to the transcontinental journey lasting several days, to life.

Trains have always been the only truly cultivated way to travel. Today, in the age of budget airlines, never-ending security controls, and sustainability issues, this is truer than ever before. The slower rhythm from departure to arrival, the relaxed glide through the landscape, and the shift between city and country fill rail enthusiasts with great joy and are pleasures waiting to be discovered by the uninitiated.

The Journey presents a varied selection of extraordinary travel opportunities by train from around the world. The reader is invited aboard modern high-speed trains, spectacular panoramic railways, dining carriages, and elegant compartments of historic luxury trains. The book presents the exteriors and interiors of these different trains, their routes, and their defining character. It takes the reader on a journey to breathtaking canyons and romantic landscapes, recounts adventurous travel reports, and describes the history and current developments of well-known trains, including the Venice Simplon Orient Express, the Glacier Express, the Trans-Siberian Railway, and the El Transcantabrico. Striking images, informative geographical material, and personal experiences characterize these train adventures, ranging from the quick three-hour trip to the transcontinental journey lasting several days.

The Journey also depicts many other aspects that contribute to the whole experience of a successful train journey, such as the architecture of old and new train stations as sites for grand emotions and pictures of passing landscapes and traveling salesmen.

Train travel is without a doubt one of the best ways to decelerate from our fast-paced daily lives. After all, the journey is also a destination.

The introduction of the Porsche 901 in 1963 marked a milestone in automotive history. Although the name later had to be changed because Peugeot had patented having a 0 in the middle of car model numbers, the 911 didn’t let anything stand in the way of its becoming an iconic sports car. This success story spans all the way from the 901 and the Carrera RS 2.7 (which with its characteristic rear spoiler ― the so-called “ducktail” ― was the fastest production car of its time) right up to the current generation of the 991. The famous automotive photographer René Staud showcases the most important models ― all in his typically radiant and distinctive style.

- The legend lives on! The international bestseller with more than 30,000 copies sold now available in a revised and updated edition
- An essential volume for all sports car fans
- René Staud’s photographs lend a lifelike sex appeal to inanimate forms
- Text in English, German, French, Russian and Chinese

Packed with intensity and creativity, it embarks on a lavishly illustrated journey through seven decades of fascination

An extended edition of an absolute bestseller: This turbo-charged book is an exciting thrill ride for all lovers of the Porsche experience. As you browse, you embark on a nostalgic, image-packed journey through the annals of high-performance motor engineering and design. The book’s dynamic layout and design capture every element of these ultimate rides — power, freedom and speed. Captivated from the first glance, you will keep coming back for more! After a while, the book becomes like your own personal road movie as the sights and sounds come to life. Revel in innovative images of all the most famous Porsches — shot in glamorous locales across the globe.

- Extended Edition
- A must-have for all Porsche aficionados
- Experience the drama of a design and motorsports legend
- This turbo among sports car books will delight all Porsche enthusiasts
- Now with 64 pages of bonus material

Motorcycles as motorcycles are meant to be: radical, stylish, subversive, raw. The Ride 2nd Gear continues to present the latest custom bikes and the best builders on the planet.

Men and motorcycles: a story that has vacillated somewhere between cult and cliché for years. Custom bikes, in particular, have a history that is deeply rooted in the spirit of freedom and change of the 1960s, as well as man’s primal urge to build something with his own hands — or, in this case, tools. The Ride 2nd Gear is a showcase of the power and beauty of these bikes.

The Ride 2nd Gear presents a stunning selection of recent custom motorcycles, as well as the small, local workshops around the globe in which they are built. Hotbeds of creativity and craftsmanship, these workshops are mostly run by single individuals and attract a small yet devoted community of fans and fellow builders.

The custom bike community as a whole is united by its passion for the ride — one so strong that it is now attracting a younger generation. Whether alone or in a group of like-minded friends, in a city or in the countryside, just for the weekend or embarking on a long-distance road trip, these drivers are actively sharing and celebrating pure riding pleasure on their own unique motorcycles that are lovingly crafted with time, dedication, and technical expertise.

From limited series to one-offs, The Ride 2nd Gear features the brilliant results of this process. Its pages are filled with bikes that offer extraordinary design and driving experiences. In fact, established brands are now acting on trends set by the custom scene whose bikes are often more radical and sophisticated because more attention can be paid to detail and each new idea can be fine-tuned to perfection.

Some models shown in The Ride 2nd Gear stem from or are based on classic bobbers and choppers, Italian-style racing machines, plastic Japanese motorcycles, and rare BMWs or Triumphs, which may very well be up to 80 years old. Others are art bikes made for show or futuristic visions inspired by the aesthetics of science fiction, fantasy, or anime. But whether they preserve or radically expand on traditional craftsmanship, these custom machines are more agile, faster, and therefore more fun than anything produced in the past.

Journalist and custom motorcycle expert Chris Hunter co-edited both this book and our previous release The Ride. Born in England, Hunter now lives with his family in New Zealand, where he runs the motorcycle website Bike EXIF. It is now the world’s most popular showcase of custom bikes with millions of pageviews every month and a passionate global following.

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Посмотреть книгу  The Ride: New Custom Motorcycles and their Builders