The Rizzoli Holiday Gift Guide: Nature, Sports, & World Culture
December 12, 2024
Discover the last of our handpicked holiday gift guides! This time, we’re spotlighting books that celebrate the wonders of nature, wildlife, and travel, alongside titles that explore icons of sport and cultures around the globe. Whether you’re shopping for a thoughtful gift or looking to expand your own horizons, these books offer endless inspiration for every reader on your list.
Be sure to check out our guide to Interiors and Garden Gifts here and our list of Fashion, Pop Culture, & Art here.
NATURE, WILDLIFE, & TRAVEL GIFTS
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From Highland cows to Polish chickens to Arabian horses, Randal Ford’s compelling animal photography invites readers of all ages on a delightful adventure through the barnyard.
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With his unrivaled photography taken during multiple expeditions, Sebastian Copeland transports us to the Arctic to share the heart of the polar cap as never before seen.
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An immersive journey into a natural wonder—the underwater caves and cenotes of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, a destination very few divers have ever reached.
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A beautiful photographic collection of life on the open range, capturing what ranching looks like today while honoring the enduring spirit of the American West.
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Renowned naturalist and artist James Prosek applies his extensive field research and artistry to share the natural abundance of America’s sweeping prairies.
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This inspirational volume on wellness showcases ideas for replenishing the mind, body, and soul and is the latest addition to the bestselling Bucket List series.
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A photographic celebration of the landscapes that have influenced some of America’s most important nature writers—from John Muir to Terry Tempest Williams to Barbara Kingsolver.
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This photo- and information-packed deck of 63 cards is an inspirational and informative bucket list showcasing each of America’s national parks.
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SPORTS GIFTS
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Featuring renowned surf photographer Todd Glaser’s extensive archive of stunning images, this is a revealing photographic portrait of 11-time world champion Kelly Slater, one of the greatest and most admired surfers in the world.
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A celebration of the timeless beauty of soccer—its greatest and most stylish players, from past heroes to today’s stars, along with its hallowed grounds.
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WORLD HISTORY & CULTURE GIFTS
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Posters, photography, and objects from the height of Spiritualism and the history of magic gain renewed power when seen through today’s lens.
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A tribute to Mexico’s most important holiday, this extraordinary and definitive volume documents the immense creativity displayed by this popular annual celebration.
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Opening image from The Arctic. Photo by Sebastian Copeland.
