The Meaning Of Tango: The Story of the Argentinian Dance
From the backstreets of Buenos Aires to Parisian high society, this is the extraordinary story of the dance that captivated the world – a tale of politics and passion, immigration and romance.
The arts: general topics
Blueprints: How mathematics shapes creativity
‘WHAT TO READ IN 2025’ FINANCIAL TIMES
Many artists are unaware of the mathematics that bubble beneath their craft, while some consciously use it for inspiration. Our instincts might tell us that these two subjects are incompatible forces with nothing in common, but what if we’re wrong?
Brambly Hedge: Nature Colouring Book
Step into the cosy and comforting world of the mice of Brambly Hedge with this beautiful colouring book. Perfect for finding a moment of creative peace to unwind and relax.
Authenticity: Reclaiming Reality in a Counterfeit Culture
‘Wide-ranging, witty and fresh … a stimulating read. Authentic fun’Tim Harford, Financial Times Best Summer Books 2022
‘Brilliantly witty, profoundly illuminating, Alice Sherwood is a master storyteller’ Simon Schama
‘Thought-provoking and beautifully written’ Adrian Wooldridge, Washington Post
Albert & the Whale
A NEW STATESMAN BOOK OF THE YEAR
AN OBSERVER BEST ART BOOK OF 2021
SHORTLISTED FOR THE RATHBONES FOLIO PRIZE 2022
‘This is a wonderful book. A lyrical journey into the natural and unnatural world’ Patti Smith
Collins Classics – The Picture of Dorian Gray (Collins Classics)
HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics.
The Creativity Code: How AI is learning to write, paint and think
‘Du Sautoy’s discussion of computer creativity is fascinating’ Observer
CAN MACHINES BE CREATIVE?
Learn to Paint – Outdoors in Watercolour (Learn to Paint)
This best-selling title will be relaunched in June 05 with a fresh new cover design. Many leisure painters prefer to paint outdoors, finding it both challenging and inspirational. In this book well-known and respected TV artist Alwyn Crawshaw provides an essential introduction to this exciting subject.
Van Gogh: in 50 works
A captivating and highly illustrated introduction to Vincent Van Gogh, told through 50 major works.
St Ives: The art and the artists
The definitive account of the modern art made in St Ives between the 1930s and the 1960s, telling the story of this extraordinary artistic community and its legacy.
John Piper
Published to accompany the John Piper exhibition at the Tate Liverpool and written by its curator, this book presents a comprehensive examination of the English artist’s role as champion of modernism in Britain.