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First ever deluxe, slipcased edition of the peerless A-Z guide to the names, places and events in the world of J.R.R. Tolkien, fully illustrated in colour throughout by acclaimed Tolkien artist, Ted Nasmith, and featuring an exclusive colour foldout poster.

Though only three were produced in late-1920s/early-1930s Germany, the Dornier Do X was the largest flying boat of its time and flew passengers on international flights in extreme comfort during the pre-World War II years. Powered by twelve engines, the aircraft could accommodate over 100 passengers and crew and included sleeping and dining areas. This detailed and highly illustrated book covers the design, development and construction of the Do X, then explores its initial testing and short but historic use as an international airliner, and lastly discusses the ultimate fate of all three examples. The superb collection of photographs includes rare images of the Do X's construction, flights, crew, and luxurious fittings - including many of its interior features, furniture, vintage ephemera and place settings.

This highly visual book explores the seldom-told story of how glamour, fashion, design, and styling became the main focus of automotive marketing from the postwar 1940s through the 1970s. With the expansion of the American suburbs after WWII, women suddenly needed cars of their own. By adopting the fashion industry's yearly model changes, as well as hiring many designers and stylists from the fashion industry, the automobile industry made a direct appeal to the rising sophistication and influence of women. By perfecting the fashion-centric concept of planned obsolescence, it became the dominant economic engine of American postwar prosperity. The dramatic photography, elegant fashion, and use of color and materials in midcentury automotive marketing created a groundswell of demand for new cars. Much of the marketing imagery of the period hasn't been published since it first came out, and this book features some of the best.

A lot has happened in the world of railroads since the first train station opened in Darlington, northern England, almost 200 years ago. Today's railroad station buildings are as wonderfully diverse as their locations, ranging from what G. K. Chesterton called "cathedrals of the Industrial Revolution" springing up along high-speed rail lines, to charming country stops that rarely see a passenger. On this fascinating journey to nearly 80 train stations on five continents, you'll learn about the use of rail transit on each continent and the story of each station. Contemporary color photographs are an invitation to become absorbed in the details that make train stations worth a good look. Many provide stunning aerial views, showing a perspective not available to passengers. Monumental or modest, these transportation hubs have great appeal because they signal the prospect of escaping from everyday life. Distant destinations are beckoning!

Throughout the history of the sports car, no marque has epitomized the excitement and passion of driving like Porsche. The Saratoga Automobile Museum, in collaboration with architect Steven Harris, presents 22 of the marque's rarest air and water-cooled cars. This remarkable collection highlights the manufacturer's past seven decades of production--from 356 Carreras and Speedsters, to high-performance RS 911s--all captured in sensational detail by James Lipman, a photographer favored by both manufacturers and various popular publications such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend, and Top Gear. (The 2010 Peking to Paris Rally photos were taken by Gerard Brown.) The stunning imagery is accompanied by specifications and history, as well as driving impressions from leading automotive writers Jethro Bovingdon, Andrew English, Andrew Frankel, Richard Meaden, and John Simister. Air & Water combines breathtaking imagery and words to transport the reader on a thrilling journey of being behind the wheel of these ultra-rare machines.

Large-format collection of photography featuring the flora, fauna, and pristine landscapes of the Alps' protected regions.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Capturing the allure of this grandiose legacy of the ice age is difficult, even in superlatives, but this photo book provides up-close natural experiences throughout the parks and preserves of six Alpine nations: Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, and France.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />From the snowy heights of Mont Blanc in France, to the Alpine fields abloom with wildflowers in Italy&#39;s Tre Cime, to the lakes and forests of Austria&#39;s Tyrol region, hundreds of color images show where the Alps still exist in a wild, unfettered state.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Accompanied by species identification, geological history, and websites for trip planning, the book is both inspirational. and informational. Also included are tips on the best spots for hiking, skiing, and all types of climbing.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />This expansive trip through the Alps includes the following and more:<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Little to no traces of human settlement and culture throughout the 750+ images<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Beautiful, painterly photos that capture the region's majestic landscapes at magic hour and with the best seasonal lighting throughout the year<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- More than ten UNESCO-designated Biosphere Reserves and Parks and several UNESCO World Heritage sights<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Hundreds of plant and animal species captured, including underwater photography from pristine lakes and streams<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Photos range above and below the treeline and feature everything in between, such as picturesque waterfalls and plains<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />This is the definitive documentation and photographic escape into the wilds of the Alps.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />

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