The World of Gloria Vanderbilt

Posted by admin on November 8, 2011 Comments Off

Gloria Vanderbilt is many things: an heiress, a painter, a muse, a designer, a model, a writer, an entrepreneur, an actor, a socialite, a survivor, an icon. She brought the Vanderbilt name out of the Gilded Age and into the Digital Age, reinventing herself over and over along the way. Hers is a story of charisma, glamour, and heartbreaking loss, told here by Wendy Goodman, who had intimate access to Vanderbilt for this book. The illustrations include portraits of Vanderbilt and her extraordinary homes, filled with original and influential decorating ideas, by such photographic legends as Richard Avedon, Louise Dahl-Wolfe, Inge Morath, Horst P. Horst, Francesco Scavullo, and Annie Leibovitz. Vanderbiltâ??s son, Anderson Cooper, contributes a foreword.

Praise for The World of Gloria Vanderbilt: 

“Perhaps the definitive-and certainly the most visually stunning-book to capture her incredible life.” 
-The Huffington Post 

“Goodman’s book is flush with gorgeous photos and insider dish.” 
-Good Housekeeping


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My French Life

Posted by admin on November 6, 2011 Comments Off


A beautifully photographed romantic book about French style and cultureâ??and making a new home in Provence

In 1999, Vicki Archer, with her husband and three children, made a lifelong dream a reality when she bought a seventeenth-century property in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. She spent three years lovingly restoring the farmhouse, bringing back to life the abandoned apple and pear orchards, and planting an olive grove of more than two thousand trees. In My French Life, Vicki shares an insiderâ??s view of life in Franceâ?? from its landscapes, delicious food, and scents to its charming people. And she offers an intimate portrait of what itâ??s like to adopt a new home on the other side of the globe. Itâ??s a personal tale of taking risks, facing challenges, and the joyous experience of falling in love with all things French.

With lavish four-color photography that captures the essence of French style, My French Life is a book to cherish. It is the perfect gift for the holidays.
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Airstream Living

Posted by admin on November 5, 2011 Comments Off

The versatility of the sleek metallic gems of Airstream has captured the imagination of a new generation. Paris Hilton used one to tour the country in The Simple Life. Designer Ralph Lauren owns four. Airstream Living explores these vehicles’ many uses, from vacation travel to permanent residence, from home office to pool house, from on-set accommodation for movie stars to businesses such as diners and stores.

In its pages, profiles of real-life owners reveal how they use their trailers to enhance their lifestyle, and vacationers will find advice on how to get the most out of Airstreams. Inspirational photographs accompany advice on decorating interiors in styles that range from the simple to opulent: retro chic, Ralph Lauren’s Adirondack and Western themes, a seaside look for coastal touring, and much more. Practical advice covers everything from buying your first Airstream to care and cleaning tips to solutions for storage. A directory provides a thorough listing of suppliers and websites.

For anyone who owns an Airstream or is thinking about purchasing one, this book is a must-read for living life to the fullest aboard a land yacht.

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Macarons: Authentic French Cookie Recipes from the Macaron Cafe

Posted by admin on November 4, 2011 Comments Off


PRAISE FOR AUTHOR CECILE CANNONEâ??S MACARONS:

�Feather-light, at once crunchy and chewy, and distinguished by rich buttercream filling.�

Â? The New York Times

�Rival those in Paris.�

Â? Zagat

�Addictive.�

Â? Time Out New York

Cuter than a cupcake and more delicious, the adorable macaron is très en vogue. Now you can make these crowd-pleasing cookies at home! Packed with helpful and inspiring color photos, this book offers everything you need to bake stunning macarons, including:



â?¥Step-by-step instructions for baking perfect shells

â?¥Simple tricks for making smooth, melt-in-your-mouth fillings

â?¥Decorating tips for dazzling, artistic cookies

â?¥Delectable flavors from chocolate and espresso to lemon and pistachio


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