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California Moderne and the Mid-Century DreamWritten by Richard Rapaport A dazzling presentation of the mid-century modern California style, offering a fresh perspective on the work of this influential yet widely unknown figure. September 2014 | Hardcover | 272 pages | $65.00 
Chris OfiliEdited by Massimiliano Gioni, Gary Carrion-Murayari and Margot Norton A major survey including new and celebrated works by Turner Prize–winning artist Chris Ofili. Set to accompany the first major museum show in the United States of contemporary British artist Chris Ofili, this richly illustrated volume surveys two decades of artworks that meld figuration, abstraction, and decoration to yield hybrid juxtapositions of high and low culture. Best known for intricately constructed works featuring beadlike dots of paint, elephant dung, and images culled from popular media, Ofili’s… October 2014 | Hardcover | 240 pages | $75.00 
Chris Stein / NegativeWritten by Chris Stein, Afterword by Shepard Fairey, Contribution by Deborah Harry and Glenn O’Brien On the occasion of Blondie’s fortieth anniversary, Chris Stein shares his iconic and mostly unpublished photographs of Debbie Harry and the cool creatures of the ’70s and ’80s New York rock scene. While a student at the School of Visual Arts, Chris Stein photographed the downtown New York scene of the early ’70s, where he met Deborah Harry and cofounded Blondie. Their blend of punk, dance, and hip-hop spawned a totally new sound, and Stein’s photographs… September 2014 | Hardcover | 208 pages | $55.00 
Christmastime in New York CityWritten by Roxie Munro A tribute to the magic of Manhattan during the holiday season from a beloved cover illustrator for The New Yorker. Back in print for the first time in more than twenty years, Christmastime in New York City takes readers on a tour of the Big Apple all decked out for the holiday season. Roxie Munro’s endearing, retro style presents panoramic drawings of various sights in New York City during the Christmas season, including the Macy’s Thanksgiving… September 2014 | Hardcover | 32 pages | $14.95 
Cocina TropicalWritten by Jose Santaella, Foreword by Eric Ripert, Contribution by Angie Mosier, Photographed by Ben Fink Explore the tropical flavors and rich culinary traditions of America’s island paradise. Puerto Rico, a land of gorgeous beaches and luxurious resorts, also boasts a rich culinary culture with a mix of influences: Spanish, African, Taíno (Native American), and French. For adventurous mainland cooks in pursuit of exotic flavors, this book offers exciting new territory, and for Puerto Rican descendants everywhere, it pays tribute to the beloved homeland. Jose Santaella presents foods that only a local… October 2014 | Hardcover | 256 pages | $35.00 
Cultured Foods for Your KitchenWritten by Leda Scheintaub, Foreword by Sandor Ellix Katz, Photographed by William Brinson One hundred inspired recipes to enliven your cooking with pickles, yogurt, kombucha, and beyond. Cultured Foods for Your Kitchen draws on the traditions of fermenting from around the world, offering inspiring ways to incorporate nutritional cultures into everyday cooking. Fermentation is a traditional means of preserving the harvest, and today it is also prized for the range of flavors it creates: the spicy kick of kimchi, the cooling tang of yogurt, the refreshing effervescence of kombucha, and the umami… September 2014 | Hardcover | 192 pages | $29.95 
Damiani: Alchemy of DesireEdited by Cristina Morozzi Marking the company’s ninetieth anniversary, this lushly illustrated volume showcases Damiani’s tradition of creative and beautifully crafted jewelry-the best of Italian style. Damiani jewelry represents the highest expression of Italian style: unique pieces created with passion and craftsmanship for three generations. Founded in 1924 by Enrico Grassi Damiani, personal jeweler to the nobility, the company celebrates its ninetieth anniversary with a lavishly designed volume that focuses on tradition, craftsmanship, and creativity. Today, Damiani’s clientele includes many… September 2014 | Hardcover | 240 pages | $100.00 
Darren WaterstonText by Susan Cross, Lee Glazer and John Ott Inspired by James McNeill Whistler’s famous Peacock Room, contemporary painter Darren Waterston creates his own decadent interpretation in a major installation at MASS MoCA. Darren Waterston’s Filthy Lucre is a contemporary reimagining of James McNeill Whistler’s decorative masterpiece Harmony in Blue and Gold: The Peacock Room—originally a dining room in the London mansion of shipping magnate Frederick Leyland. In 1876 and 1877, Whistler transformed the space with painted leather walls, gilded shutters, and a ceiling reflecting… September 2014 | Hardcover | 128 pages | $50.00 
DesignPOPWritten by Lisa S. Roberts DesignPOP is a survey of trends in contemporary furniture and products that reveals how design is not only changing with the times—it is inventing the future. The game-changing projects that compose DesignPOP push the boundaries of our expectations and show us new ideas, new possibilities, and ultimately new products that enrich our lives. The bar has been permanently raised as we enter the next century, and the proliferation of innovative designs continues. New materials and processes… September 2014 | Hardcover | 216 pages | $35.00 
Dior: New CoutureForeword by Cathy Horyn, Photographed by Patrick Demarchelier The second volume of legendary photographer Patrick Demarchelier’s sublime portraits of iconic Dior haute couture looks, from Christian Dior to Raf Simons. From the moment Christian Dior unveiled his famed “New Look” collection in Paris on February 12, 1947, women’s fashion changed forever. Still one of the most revered names in fashion, Dior is known today for its unique couture dresses. This gorgeous volume continues the homage paid by famed photographer Patrick Demarchelier to one of… November 2014 | Hardcover | 240 pages | $115.00 |
