21 BOOK REVIEWS Bookstand The latest releases in gift books THE REGENCY GUIDE TO ROMANCE: A POCKET COMPANION TO LOVE AND COURTSHIP Author: Francis Nightingale IBSN: 9781837997282 RRP: £8.99 Format: Hardback Discover how to navigate the world of love and courtship with this charming, whimsical guide to modern dating, inspired by Regency-era etiquette. Packed with tips for dealing with all kinds of romantic scenarios and quotes from figures like Jane Austen and Lord Byron, your heart will be swooning as you turn from page to page. www.summersdale.com THE ART OF SCRIPTURE Author: The National Gallery IBSN: 9781849944984 Format: Hardback RRP: £22.95 From the majesty of Genesis to the mystery of Revelation, the Bible has inspired some of the most powerful stories and sublime wisdom ever told – and some of the greatest masterpieces ever painted. The Art of Scripture brings these two treasures together in a stunning new volume from The National Gallery, with a foreword by broadcaster and art lover Andrew Marr. Featuring 100 paintings from the National Gallery collection alongside carefully chosen passages from the King James Bible, this book invites readers to explore the Bible’s drama, beauty, and depth through the eyes of artists across centuries. www.batsfordbooks.com TIM BURTON – THE COMPLETE UNOFFICIAL GUIDE Author: Olly Richards RRP: £14.99 Format: Flexiback The complete illustrated guide to Hollywood’s most whimsical film director Tim Burton – prepare to enter the funhouse! Dive into the whimsical, surreal and often macabre world of one of cinema’s most unique visionaries. From his early days animating for Disney to earning cult-classic status, Tim Burton’s trajectory in film is nothing short of extraordinary. In this book, Olly Richards explores the director’s peculiar yet brilliant filmography and pairs each of his best-known works with behind-the-scenes stories and stills. With a repertoire ranging from outright spooky (Sleepy Hollow) to wholesome (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory); from superhero movies (Batman) to likeable anti-heroes (Wednesday and Pee-Wee Herman), it is apparent that Tim Burton is not afraid to get weird and let his imagination fly. Fall down the rabbit hole and celebrate one of history’s most iconic directors. www.quercusbooks.co.uk HANDCRAFTED BICYCLES: BUILDERS, FRAME DESIGN AND INSPIRATION Author: Christine Elliott & David Jablonka IBSN: 978-0-7643-6974-2 RRP: £45.99 Format: Hardback Handcrafted Bicycles: Builders, Frame Design, and Inspiration celebrates the artistry of bicycle building, revealing that bicycles are so much more than a set of handlebars, a seat, a frame, wheels, a chain and pedals. Bicycles are about the builder, the rider, the ride, riders’ needs, special componentry, and aesthetics. This stunning coffee-table book showcases 32 exceptional bicycle builders from 13 countries, (three from the UK) capturing their unique designs and the stories that inspire them. www.spck.org.uk
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