Most Popular Books by Lewis Blackwell

"The Life and Love of Cats "takes us on an unforgettable journey--we travel from the homes of middle-America today, back to the demonized creatures hiding in the alleys of medieval Europe; from wild cousins on the plains of Africa to rare hybrid domestic breeds like the Savannah; and from fashionable show breeds to shelter cats lovingly rescued by volunteers. Starting with the earliest records of domestic cats 9,000 years ago in Africa and the Mediterranean and moving to the present, Lewis Blackwell weaves stories of one of humankind''s closest companions with a collection of more than 100 unforgettable images. Praise for "The Life and Love of Cats: " "Fabulous felines." --"People" "As good as Blackwell''s text is (and it''s quite good--an approachable, informative, and appreciative study of cats of all breeds), the true appeal of the book is the stunning images." --"Publishers Weekly," starred review"" "Filled with gorgeous color photos of domestic and wild felines: Russian blues, Siamese, lions, leopards, Bengal tigers and more." --BookPage "A global tour of one of the world''s most popular animals." --"The Charlotte Observer " "This is a gorgeous coffee table book" --"dooce"

Following the successful book The Life and Love of Cats, this beautiful photographic survey of dogs also contains insightful text exploring our unique relationship with dogs throughout history.

Trees are vitalwithout them we simply wouldn''t be here. Not only essential, they have been an inspiration throughout our history. In breathtaking photographs and stories we are taken on a journey from the boreal forest at the edge of the Arctic to the rainforests girdling the planet; from ancient bristlecones to fresh-leaved seedlings; from the charming and familiar to the scary and rare. An elegantly written and highly accessible text is complemented by an extraordinary collection of images created by some of the world''s leading nature photographers.

Showcasing cutting-edge underwater photography from the world''s leading marine and nature photographers, The Life & Love of the Sea is a breathtaking visual tour of the ocean''s great diversity. Readers will experience land meeting sea with images of dramatic coastlines, barrier reefs, and island chains, as well as the spectacular power of the ocean through a stunning collection of wave photographs. Offering an extensive survey of the ocean''s many fascinating inhabitants, Blackwell presents incredible images of everything from whales to manta rays to seals to endless schools of fish to the creatures that reside in the deepest recesses of the ocean floor. The book also makes available bonus footage via a scannable QR code from multi-award- winning underwater cameraman Steven Hathaway.

"Fella''s extraordinary photographs, taken as records of vernacular lettering and composition, are combined and juxtaposed with the finest examples of his unique hand lettering"--Book jacket.

A spectacular exploration of the world''s rainforests.

The latest in the popular Life & Love Of series by Lewis Blackwell Showcasing the work of the world''s leading nature photographers, The Life & Love of the Forest is a breathtaking visual tour of our most remarkable woodlands. Author Lewis Blackwell takes us on an extraordinary journey with essays and deep captions that explore the science and incredible histories of everything from seedlings, thickets, and underbrush to the extraordinary trees themselves. Capturing the beauty of these vibrant, fascinating landscapes, this book celebrates the spectacular power of forests around the world.

Horrorcore by Frederick Lewis Blackwell II Based on major influences such as: The Insane Clown Posse, Esham, TECH N9NE, and Twiztid, Horrorcore is a collection of poetry for Juggalos, old school and new school alike. The wicked style and themes pop of the page and into readers’ minds, making them a feel like a certified Juggalo.

Examines the graphic artist''s approach and discusses the extreme reactions to his work.

Contains a view of the contemporary graphics scene and combines print with a website. Blackwell has sought out designers who have challenged contemporary culture and focused on what is seen as being at the heart of contemporary communication. The website provides a link with the media featured.

Designed by David Carson, this book assembles his recent work, along with that of his students and friends. The sequel to The End of Print, it experiments with intuition and how it affects the design process. Carson deconstructs conventional print by imposing chance on his subjects: art, fashion, photography and music. Both the work and the commentary are immersed within the design of each spread, making the book both a graphic object and an introduction to a way of seeing.

Features 1996 entrants and winners. 460 illustrations, 400 in color.

This substantially revised edition of Lewis Blackwell''s classic study provides an up-to-date, decade-by-decade analysis of the issues that have shaped the history and development of typographic design. The book provides an informed and accessible guide to the typography of the twentieth century and the key questions that are shaping contemporary graphic practice. Subjects include the arrival of mass production, the development of the grid, the arrival of new media forms, and the role the launch of the Macintosh played in fostering a new generation of designers enfranchised by digital technology. Beyond the twentieth century, the digital sphere has grown exponentially, placing typographic decisions in the hands of ever more users of computers, smartphones, e-readers, and tablets. Blackwell discusses the strains this has placed on type, the fresh questions it has asked, and the way the forms of letters are evolving in response.

Trees are vital - the roots and the shelter for our existence. Without them we simply wouldn''t be here. Not only essential to existence, they have also been an inspiration throughout our history, with the ''tree of life'' featuring in many cultures and beliefs. From the starting point, Lewis Blackwell celebrates and explores the miracle of the tree in our lives today. In a highly accessible text, he searches for the essence of our relationship with trees. For him it is a love affair that must never end. Support the quest is his presentation of a unique range of images shot by leading photographers throughout the world. Around these photographs he weaves stories that travel across the breadth of time and space, tracking the amazing relationships of tress with humankind. Through breathtaking photographs and stories we are taken on a journey from the boreal forest at the edge of the Arctic to the rainforests girdling the planet; from ancient bristlecones to fresh-leaved seedlings; from the charming and familiar to the scary and rare; and from giant unseen underground life forms to the possibility of life saving unknown treasures in the high canopies. We also travel through time, from the dark origins of the living world to our hopes, fears and actions for the future. We find out how the tress has always been there as a key partner, feeding and fuelling and protecting us. But we come to realize that we now need to enter into a new relationship, one where we all have a part to play.

The purpose and the technique of photography is explained and discussed with many of the greatest photographers of our time. They share their visions, their challenges, their motivations and their methods, as we are taken inside the work and behind the lens through original and highly accessible ''in-their-own-words'' commentaries. The photographers featured range from award-winning photojournalists to celebrity shooters; from politicised environmentalists to elusive artists; from timeless veterans to new visionaries; and from great storytellers to the makers of lasting icons. This is a time when the creation of visual language has never been more vibrant, challenging or essential to our global culture. PHOTOWISDOM brings together the wide range of outstanding image makers to help us understand where our vision of photography can take us.

''Tipografía del siglo xx'' examina los principales aspectos que han dado forma a la historia del diseño tipográfico y, en los últimos tiempos, también del diseño gráfico. El libro muestra de qué modo las actuales corrientes tipográficas forman parte de un continuo proceso de cambio que se va tejiendo a lo largo de las diferentes décadas. Entre los temas tratados se encuentran la llegada de la producción de masas, el surgimiento de la figura del director de arte, la aparición de la retícula (y su posterior abandono), la llegada de los medios no impresos y el lanzamiento de los Macintosh, con la consiguiente aparición de una nueva generación de diseñadores que han visto cómo la tecnología digital facilita su modo de trabajo.

D''après la jaquette : L''ouvrage propose une analyse de l''évolution spectaculaire du dessin de caractères dans le domaine du graphisme et dans notre environnement depuis ces cent dernières années. L''auteur réunit des données historiques, techniques et artistiques