This second volume of Homes for Our Time documents a revolution. With photos, plans, and descriptions, it explores new approaches in building and presents resourceful and green private homes. Rejecting “stardom” but celebrating diversity, talents such as Suzuko Yamada, Gurjit Matharoo, and the collective Frankie Pappas truly build our future. Hardcover, 24.6 x 37.2 cm, 3.75 kg, 464 pages

This collection of 47 tales from Gustav Schwab’s seminal anthology of Greek myths tells of the exploits of Heracles, Jason, Odysseus, and a host of heroes. Through the masterful drawings of Clifford Harper and artworks from the leading figures of the Golden Age of Illustration, the world of Greek mythology is brought back to life. Hardcover, quarter-bound, 20.5 x 25.6 cm, 1.44 kg, 336 pages

Mission accomplished: this collection presents the 100 most loved and successful films of the 1990s, complete with stills, synopses, analysis, and trivia. In the 90s, rising directors Steven Soderbergh and Quentin Tarantino introduced non-linear storytelling, CGI took shape, and James Cameron spent US$ 200 million on a shipwreck. View Rating and Reviews Hardcover, 19.6 x 25.5 cm, 2.45 kg, 768 pages

Long before the first computer-generated 3-D images, M.C. Escher was a master of the third dimension. His impossible geometry and illusions, bordering between the scientific and psychological, are an homage to the possibilities of the human mind. This updated edition of a true classic presents the artist’s key graphic works and detailed explanations of each mathematical problem. Hardcover, 23 x 30 cm, 1.22 kg, 160 pages

Made in collaboration with George Lucas and Lucasfilm, this volume covers the making of the prequel trilogy: The Phantom Menace; Attack of the Clones; and Revenge of the Sith. The XXL tome continues our trip through the Star Wars galaxy with an exclusive George Lucas interview, script pages, concept art, on-set photography, and more. Hardcover, quarter-bound, 41.1 x 30 cm, 6.90 kg, 600 pages

This book deals with the Divine Proportion, a secret code that rules art, nature, and science. It is known by many names: Golden Mean, Sacred Cut and Phi are only a few; and it is not by chance that the Divine Proportion was given its name. It has been called divine because over thousands of years it has been deemed to be so. Hardcover, 19 x 21 cm, 0.89 kg, 208 pages

Think you know Ancient Egypt? Think again. Like a piece of published excavation, this fresh volume explores the many layers of this mythologized civilization, digging down from the sacred and grandiose to the daily experiences and ordinary individuals of the age. Hardcover, 23.8 x 31.6 cm, 2.05 kg, 296 pages

The unique tones and spontaneity of Polaroids have made them a beloved photographic format for decades. Brimming with all the warmth and nostalgia of a family album, this ode to the instant camera presents hundreds of images from the Polaroid Corporation’s own collection. A chronicle of the experimental and innovative ways Polaroids have defied the digital age. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.00 kg, 456 pages

The noughties installment of TASCHEN’s Movies series selects 100 of the cinematic triumphs that defined the decade, from the blockbuster Lord of the Rings franchise to cult classics such as Lost in Translation and Inglourious Basterds. Each film is featured with stills, plot synopses, analysis, and movie-buff trivia. Hardcover, 19.6 x 25.5 cm, 2.68 kg, 848 pages

The Marvel Age of Comics was a triumphant era of comic book and pop culture innovation that redefined the superhero genre. This treasure trove of images and exclusive insights reveals the making of such popular characters as the Hulk and Spider-Man, as well as the legends who created them, from Stan “The Man” Lee to Jack “King” Kirby. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.11 kg, 512 pages

The fourth volume in The Library of Esoterica explores the historic roots of plants in myth and magickal practices. Through essays, interviews, and more than 400 images—from ancient Egyptian stonework to Victorian botanical art, to contemporary works celebrating nature — Plant Magick chronicles the symbiotic relationship between plants and people. Hardcover, quarter-bound, 17 x 24 cm, 1.77 kg, 520 pages

The coveted Annie Leibovitz SUMO is now available in an unlimited XXL edition. Drawing on more than 40 years of work, including photojournalism made for Rolling Stone magazine in the 1970s and conceptual portraits for Vanity Fair and Vogue, Leibovitz selected iconic images and also photographs that have rarely, if ever, been seen before. Hardcover in slipcase, 27.1 x 37.4 cm, 5.29 kg, 560 pages

The 2010s saw Netflix take on Hollywood, indie movies make history, and Star Wars strike back. Here is the best in film capturing the spirit of the decade. In this book, stills, detailed synopses and trivia guide us across the Marvel Universe and into projects such as Boyhood, Get Out, and Parasite. A must-have for any film fan. Hardcover, 19.6 x 25.5 cm, 2.77 kg, 880 pages

Since Osaka World Expo ’70 brought contemporary forms center stage, Japan has been a key player in global architecture. Presenting the latest in Japanese building, this book reveals how the likes of Tadao Ando, SANAA, Shigeru Ban, Kengo Kuma, and Junya Ishigami are relinking past, present, and future—building greener and smarter than ever before. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.05 kg, 480 pages

Shimmering, pulsating color masses characterize the Abstract Expressionist masterpieces of Mark Rothko. Like no other artist in his generation, Rothko developed his own stylistic vocabulary, creating ceiling-high canvases that were to be experienced as much as seen, submerging viewers in the drama, intimacy, and tragedy of the human condition. Hardcover, 21 x 26 cm, 0.59 kg, 96 pages

Rustic wood, wrought iron, vibrant color, and tantalizing patterns: the homes of Mexico blend native tribal styles and Spanish architecture with warm, textured simplicity. Dive into inspiring and remarkable abodes in this updated, compact portfolio of villas, casitas, haciendas, cabanas, and palapas, featuring many unpublished images that paint a lively and colorful picture of Mexican style. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.20 kg, 432 pages

Prepare to embark on a journey through space and time with The NASA Archives, a visual celebration of humankind’s unstoppable urge to travel away from Earth to worlds beyond. Featuring hundreds of historic photographs and concept renderings, this collection guides us through NASA’s 60-year history. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.41 kg, 512 pages

One of the most expansive illustrated publications on Disney animation, finally available in a compact edition. The landmark volume includes behind-the-scenes photos, story sketches, and cel setups of famous film scenes. It covers each of the major animated features made during Walt’s lifetime, as well as lesser-known short films and episodic musical films. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.24 kg, 512 pages

Often misunderstood, Pierre-Auguste Renoir remains one of history’s most-loved painters—undoubtedly because his work exudes such warmth, tenderness, and good cheer. Gathering brilliant reproductions and sketches, as well as photos and a complete chronology illustrating his life and work, this is the essential work of reference on Renoir. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.06 kg, 488 pages

From flea-market romance to space-age bachelor pad, whatever your style preference, you’ll find provocative interior design inspiration in this compilation of the world’s most original contemporary homes. With stunning images from acclaimed interior photographers, the best interiors from houses and apartments around the globe are here. Hardcover, 15.6 x 21.7 cm, 1.31 kg, 504 pages