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Photography that captures cultures, landscapes and lifestyles. |
 In
the Raw
Even the most passionate cook will enjoy Uncooked
by Lyndsay and Patrick Mikanowski (Flammarion; $45), the spectacular
new cookbook that celebrates the art of raw cuisine. In over
100 tantalizing recipes that range from the simple to the
sophisticated, the authors offer imaginative combinations
of the freshest ingredients for each season. The 350 sumptuous
color photographs by Grant Symon are truly a feast for the
eyes. |
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 Designer
Cars
You don't have to be an automobile enthusiast to fall
in love with the gorgeous cars featured in Speed, Style
and Beauty: Cars from the Ralph Lauren Collection by
Beverly Rae Kimes & Winston S. Goodfellow (MFA Publications;
$60). This companion volume to the Museum of Fine Arts exhibition
presents the cars as fine works of art. Over 200 stunning
photographs capture 29 of Lauren's finest acquisitions,
which include such masterpieces as the 1938 Bugatti Atlantic
Coupe and the 1930 Mercedes Benz SSK “Count Trossi.”
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 Impeccable
Timing
Girard – Perregaux by François
Chaille (Flammarion; $90) provides a fascinating inside look
into the world of this luxury watchmaker. The book chronicles
the many innovations of the company's 200-plus-year
history, including a design for the first wristwatch and the
creation of the Tourbillon with three gold bridges. Watch
aficionados will relish the elegant artistry and superb technical
craftsmanship of these timepieces reflected in 300 dazzling
color illustrations. |
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 Rooms
On View
In the lavishly illustrated Brunschwig & Fils Up Close:
From Grand Rooms to Your Rooms by Murray Douglas and
Chippy Irvine (Bulfinch; $50), the renowned textile company
provides a showcase of sensational ideas from top designers
who have utilized Brunschwig's magnificent fabrics and
wallcoverings in exquisite settings. The myriad design possibilities
range from grand rooms in the White House and the Palace of
Versailles to romantic rooms in Irish cottages and extravagant
designs from decorator show houses. |
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