Coffee Table Books

A beautifully photographed, revelatory tour of nearly twenty of Ireland's remotest Islands, by leading Irish photojournalist Nutan.

North, South, East and West, Scotland is a land of contrasts, with towering mountain ranges, rolling hills, sandy white beaches, rushing rivers, wild moorland and glassy lochs. From its islands and highlands to its lowlands and coastline, the country contains some of Britain's most breathtaking scenery.

Discover one of the most charming places on earth through the incredible pictures featured here and find out why this place is adorable by all who visit. Showing everything from familiar sights to seldom-seen vistas, "The Secrets of Tuscany" is the definitive pictorial guide to this awe-inspiring region.

Encompassing six districts of Cannaregio, San Polo, Dorsoduro (including the Giudecca), Santa Croce, San Marco (including San Giorgio Maggiore) and Castello - this work takes the reader on a virtual tour of one of the most mesmerizing cities in the world.

This is a beautiful book transporting you to the highest, hottest, coldest, most dramatic and most remote places on earth. Discover the icy expanse of the Baltoro Glacier in Pakistan, the bizarre and exotic wildlife of Madagascar, the searing heat of the Australian Outback and the power of the Iguassu Falls in South America. Learn why it is 30 degrees hotter at the base of the Grand Canyon than at the top, why it has been so many years since the Atacama Desert in northern Chile last saw rain, and the reasons that make the town of O... read more

"National Geographic's" new book "Inside China", tells that story with the best pictures ever taken of China, both past and present. Exotic China has always attracted great photographers -and China's history has yielded unforgettble images. "Inside China" brings you historic photographs you haven't seen before: Photographic luminaries such as Henri Cartier-Bresson (who photographed Beijing and Shanghai in the 1940s) and Margaret Bourke-White (photographing Chiang Kai-Shek) portray the old China and the ascendancy of Chairman Mao; p... read more

The charm and accessibility of Britain's wonderfully varied countryside and culture have long drawn visitors from around the world (as well as from Britain itself), with each region and each season offering something new. Outside the cities lie magnificent scenery and an extraordinary heritage. This stunning portrait captures the rich appeal of a familiar yet ever surprising land. Evocative photographs and detailed descriptions reveal Britain's myriad treasures: from the woodland villages of rural Surrey and the historic resonance ... read more

Explore the British countryside with the experts.No organisation knows more about the British countryside than the National Trust, the custodians of some of our most beautiful stretches of land and coastline. Drawing on the expertise of the NT's wardens, conservationists and working farmers, this stunningly illustrated book is a comprehensive guide to the country's natural heritage, including in-depth features on native flora and fauna, ancient monuments in the landscape, countryside walks, and today's environmental and economic is... read more

An illustrated guide to Chinese symbols, considered by many to be richer in nuances of meaning than everyday speech and writing.

Inspired by the idea that one of the greatest gifts one generation can give to another is the wisdom it has gained from experience, multi-award-winning photographer and filmmaker Andrew Zuckerman has recorded the thoughts and ideas of fifty of the world's most prominent over-65 year olds. To create profound, honest, and truly revealing portraits of these luminaries, Zuckerman has captured their voices, their physical presence and the written word. The resulting book and movie provides an extraordinary legacy for the generations tha... read more

Accompanied by Naudin's wonderful photography, this book discloses to the reader an "intimate" France, seen from behind the closed doors of private country homes and mansions. Within this quaint and picturesque world, time seems to stand still: family villas full of history, breathtaking landscapes, summer holidays spent in the countryside...This charming book will take you on a visit to country manors, small chateaux and exclusive country hotels. It features beautiful images of aristocratic dining rooms set for dinner, rustic kitc... read more

In this luxurious new book, best-selling author and acclaimed interior designer Betty Lou Phillips presents fresh and inspiring design ideas from France, Italy, England, Portugal, and beyond, bringing old-world artistry to uptown European glamour. With a chic blend that is traditional yet edgy-and perfect for today's choice-driven design aesthetic-Phillips' eighth book caters to sophisticated and wide-ranging tastes, bringing home the warmth of the Tuscan countryside and the vibrant colors of the Mediterranean. Luscious color image... read more

Italy is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. From the breathtaking countryside of Tuscany and the majestic monuments of Rome to the ancient beauty of Venice's floating buildings, the stunning appeal of Italy tempts the hearts of even the most entrenched armchair traveller. This beautiful new book, part of Flame Tree's immensely successful "Secrets" series, covers all of the major cities and regions, but also reveals the gorgeous alleys and churches, the little farmhouses, the tiny shops and picturesque villag... read more

TUTU: THE AUTHORISED PORTRAIT is a celebration of eighty years of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, an icon whose humanity and compassion has touched the lives of millions. Born in South Africa's Transvaal and trained as a teacher because his family couldn't afford to send him to medical school, Desmond Tutu was ordained as an Anglican priest in 1960. He has dedicated his life to vigorously opposing apartheid and all forms of oppression, always advocating non-violence, peaceful reconciliation and social justice for all. Featuring a biograph... read more

"Britain From Above" is the official book accompanying the BBC's landmark seven-part tv series aired on BBC1, BBC2 and BBC4. The book features exclusive, awe-inspiring photography from the program, as well as computer simulations charting Britain's natural history, its industry and transport systems, natural heritage and archeology. "Britain From Above" represents the landscape of a nation as it's never been seen before. In his Foreword, Andrew Marr writes: 'After months of talking, looking and traveling, it is impossible not to be... read more