#1960now captures the ongoing fight for equality, from the 1960s civil rights movement to the black lives matter movement today. through striking black-and-white photographs by shelia pree bright, this powerful collection juxtaposes portraits of past and present social justice activists, highlighting the courage and conviction of both ’60s elder statesmen and today’s new generation of fighters. this collection offers a sobering reminder that the struggle for justice is far from over, while showcasing the enduring spirit of resistance.

• features documentary images from recent protests alongside portraits of iconic figures from the 1960s civil rights movement.
• visually compares the activism of the 1960s with the black lives matter movement of today.
• an important contribution to american protest photography and a stark reminder of the continuous fight for justice and equality.

#1960now is a must-have for anyone passionate about civil rights and the ongoing pursuit of social justice.

celebrate four decades of groundbreaking art and inclusion with this vibrant tribute to creativity explored, a nonprofit empowering neurodiverse artists to share their unique voices. featuring hundreds of original works—paintings, drawings, illustrations, and sculptures—alongside personal quotes and stories, this book challenges perceptions about disability and highlights the transformative power of art. an inspiring addition to any art lover’s collection.

unravel the mysteries behind some of the world’s greatest masterpieces with art: explained. this captivating guide answers 100 intriguing questions about iconic works, from michelangelo’s sistine chapel to andy warhol’s soup cans. whether you’re curious about rembrandt’s self-portraits or the secret of the terracotta army, this book delivers clear and engaging explanations, making the art world accessible and fascinating for everyone.

camo, by photographer thandiwe muriu, is the first publication to chronicle the work of this international artist, celebrating the vibrant portraits she creates that combine cultural textiles and beauty ideologies. muriu takes us on a colorful, reflective journey through her world as a woman living in modern kenya as she reinterprets contemporary african portraiture. as the sole woman operating in the male-dominated advertising photography industry in kenya, thandiwe muriu has repeatedly confronted questions around the role of women in society, the place of tradition, and her own self-perception. these experiences inspired her personal project of cultural reflection: the Camo series.

carrie mae weems has often confronted the uncomfortable truths of racism and race relations over the course of her nearly 40-year career. in The Shape of Things, she focuses her unflinching gaze at what she describes as the circus-like quality of contemporary american political life. for this new work, weems created a seven-part film projected onto a cyclorama―a panoramic-style cylindrical screen that dates to the 19th century―where she addresses the turmoil of current events in the United States and the “long march forward.”

drawing on news and tv footage from the civil rights era to today, elements of previous films such as the madding crowd (2017) and new film projects that bring us into our tumultuous present, the films in The Shape of Things combine documentary directness with poetic rhythm to create an enveloping experience.

carrie mae weems (born 1953) has received numerous awards, grants and fellowships, and is represented in public and private collections around the world, including the metropolitan museum of art, new york; the museum of fine arts, houston; and the museum of modern art and the museum of contemporary art, los angeles. weems lives in brooklyn and syracuse, new york.

centered offers a rich, inclusive, and contemporary look at design diversity, both past and present, through essays, interviews, and images curated by design educator and advocate kaleena sales. as the design industry challenges its eurocentric foundations and reassesses conventional practices, centered highlights the voices, places, methods, ideas, and beliefs that have been overshadowed or excluded by dominant design movements. with thirteen thought-provoking essays and interviews, this volume features underrepresented and impactful design work, both historical and contemporary.

• includes works such as gee's bend quilters by stephen child and isabella d'agnenica and a chinese typographic archiveby yujune park and caspar lam.
• features an interview with sadie red wing (her shawl is yellow) on indigenous sovereignty and design.
• explores diverse and often overlooked design movements like the truck art of india by shantanu suman.

centered is an essential read for anyone passionate about diversity in design and the importance of elevating marginalized voices and practices in shaping the future of the field.

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“it’s as if the poet herself has sidled beside the reader and pointed us to the poems she considers most worthy of deep consideration.” —chicago tribune

pulitzer prize-winning poet mary oliver presents a personal selection of her best work in this definitive collection spanning more than five decades of her esteemed literary career.

throughout her celebrated career, mary oliver has touched countless readers with her brilliantly crafted verse, expounding on her love for the physical world and the powerful bonds between all living things. identified as "far and away, this country's best selling poet" by dwight garner, she now returns with a stunning and definitive collection of her writing from the last fifty years.

carefully curated, these 200 plus poems feature oliver's work from her very first book of poetry, no voyage and other poems, published in 1963 at the age of 28, through her most recent collection, felicity, published in 2015. this timeless volume, arranged by oliver herself, showcases the beloved poet at her edifying best. within these pages, she provides us with an extraordinary and invaluable collection of her passionate, perceptive, and much-treasured observations of the natural world.

this large-format book includes 30 removable posters designed by Black creatives from around the world. featuring artwork by artists such as london-based muralist lakwena and south africa-based huston wilson, the posters range from bold illustrations to typographic designs. each piece celebrates positivity, hope, and strength through the unique lenses of emerging and established Black creatives. curated by designer tré seals, the collection highlights Black as a vibrant and multifaceted palette, embracing every color and form of light. perfect for framing or gifting.

a powerful exploration of how clothing and fashion have fueled activism, dressing the resistance showcases the role of dress in sparking social change. spanning historical and modern protest movements, this book reveals how communities worldwide have harnessed the visual language of clothing to demand radical transformation. from suffragettes wearing newspaper dresses emblazoned with voting slogans to farmers in india donning saris in defiance, camille benda examines cultural movements through the lens of nearly 200 archival images, photographs, and paintings. a compelling tribute to the power of style in the fight for justice.

The wise words of science fiction icon octavia e. butler live on in this beautiful and giftable little volume. “there’s no single answer that will solve all our future problems. there’s no magic bullet. instead there are thousands of answers—at least. you can be one of them if you choose to be.”

originally published in essence magazine in the year 2000, octavia e. butler’s essay “a few rules for predicting the future” offers an honest look into the inspiration behind her science fiction novels and the importance of studying history and taking responsibility for our actions if we are to move forward.

organized into four main rules, this short essay reminds readers to learn from the past, respect the law of consequences, be aware of their perspectives, and count on the surprises.

from inside the walls of flamingo estate—an abundant, visually rich guide to filling each day with radical pleasure, including wisdom on wellness, food, activism, design, nature, work, love, and more.

perched high above los angeles and nestled within a lush orchard and verdant gardens sits flamingo estate, a pleasure-filled enclave of nature worship, folk mythologies, and powerful healing remedies. at flamingo, mother earth is the ultimate luxury and pleasure is a human right.

flamingo estate’s founder, richard christiansen, invites you inside his renowned home and to meet his friends and heroes. presenting fifteen pleasure principles inspired by nature's wisdom, christiansen reveals how a deep relationship with nature offers a life of pleasure and joy.

theorists and artists from jack halberstam to peter rehberg consider the fruitful cross-pollination of video, punk, queerness and gender politics

since the 1970s, the medium of video has been closely associated with subcultural and countercultural movements. art and music videos in particular have showed great subversive potential, as artists and musicians use the medium to explore and transgress social norms and gender stereotypes. the essays in this publication consider artistic strategies in the context of the history of punk and its offshoots, combining scholarly opinions from the fields of art history, queer theory, media studies, gender studies, postcolonial studies and cultural studies alongside field reports from the practice of alternative archives and visual essays.

authors include: kathrin dreckmann, marina grzinic, jack halberstam, josefine hetterich, angela mcrobbie, jennifer ramme, peter rehberg, marion schulze, elfi vomberg and katharina wiedlack.

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fans of national geographic’s popular guides to national parks will love this one-of-a-kind journal, designed to help you create and track your own bucket list of adventures. as a companion to *guide to the national parks*, *secrets to the national parks*, *atlas of the national parks*, and *complete national parks of the united states*, this logbook offers not only expert travel advice but also space to record your most cherished memories.

this keepsake diary is the perfect road trip companion, guiding you through all 63 u.s. national parks. inside, you’ll find a map to check off each park you visit, along with helpful tips and tricks for planning your trips. special features include guided prompts to capture your favorite moments, journaling space for reflection, and must-know details such as entrance fees, visiting hours, and visitor center information.

whether you’re planning a day hike or an extended road trip, this journal has everything you need to make your journey memorable, from national geographic’s top recommendations on museums and trails to the best places to eat along the way.

this essential phrasebook collects the most colorful, explicit, and outrageous ways to tell people off in every part of the world. featuring dozens of different languages, the sayings range from everyday swears to family curses to expressions for x-rated relations with animals. phonetic pronunciation is provided so that readers can curse like a native, and handy illustrations provide visual guides to these foreign exclamations. perfect for the international traveler who may need to wish an enemy a painful death, insult a person's grandmother, or accuse someone's mother of having intimate relations with bears in the forest.

i know this to be true: bryan stevenson is part of a powerful series exploring the wisdom and guiding principles of extraordinary individuals. in this installment, bryan stevenson reflects on his fight against wrongful convictions, systemic poverty, and mass incarceration.

highlights:

• stories of how his slave ancestry shaped his childhood
• a life-changing conversation with a death row inmate
• his belief that no one should be defined by the worst thing that happens to them

a moving and insightful read for anyone seeking inspiration and justice-focused ideals.

Icons celebrates 50 of the most admired women across music, politics, human rights, and film. this diverse collection includes some of the world’s most inspiring figures, like michelle obama, beyoncé, aretha franklin, dolly parton, ruth bader ginsburg, yayoi kusama, and many more. from singers to writers, activists to artists, politicians to filmmakers, Iconsis a tribute to the strength and power of women. illustrated by monica ahanonu, each portrait is paired with a short biography showcasing what makes each woman a true force to be reckoned with. the perfect gift from women to women – whether mom-to-daughter, daughter-to-mom, or friend-to-friend. leave it on your coffee table to read about their accomplishments or simply admire the powerful portraits.