Books In-Print Booklist:
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Go Superlambananas: The Book
Reprint - PaperbackBy popular demand the book is back, paperbacked and updated...
Mike McCartney's North HighlandsThrough the years, the North Highlands of Scotland have fascinated and drawn in artists from all over the world. Here is Mike McCartney's journey.
Go Superlambananas: The Book125 multi-coloured sculptures; 30,000 mosaic tiles; 400 litres of paint; 100 artists; 26 community groups; one escaped lambie and a ransom note. It was quite a spectacle. Here is the complete story
Liverpool:
World Waterfront CityPutting the focus on one of the world's
most memorable maritime cities
The 'Icebreakers'
The Bold Venturers:
Celebrating the Entrepreneurial Spirit in England's North WestThe Bold Venturers is a celebration of the spirit of enterprise that exists in England's North West region, which has an eclectic and fascinating population. The book puts the focus on a relatively small yet remarkable group of men and women of all ages, backgrounds and interests who are an inspiration to others, particularly to younger generations of 'would-be' entrepreneurs. Those profiled either work and live in the region, or originate from it, and many enjoy national and global reputations.
New Album of Dance
Music from Natural HighTheir music has been enjoyed and danced to in worldwide locations as far apart as Singapore to Santiago, New York to Mumbai, and Shanghai to San Francisco. Now available on CD.
In A Kingdom Far Away ...This is a wonderful collection of nine traditional and classic Russian folk tales that have been translated into English, with full colour illustrations.
Mighty Winds... Mighty Champions:
The History of The Royal Liverpool Golf ClubForeword by His Royal Highness Prince Andrew
The world famous golf tournament The Open returned to Hoylake on the Wirral in the UK in July 2006, after an absence of 37 years.
Mike McCartney's LIVE8 coolpixDuring the summer of 2005 Mike McCartney was present at the main UK venue for the LIVE8 concert in Hyde Park in London. He was a guest of his brother Sir Paul McCartney and the show's organiser and founder Sir Bob Geldof. Throughout the course of the event Mike took a series of private and quite personal photographs of the performers, the celebrities and other activities that took place over the day.
Wirral Waterfront:
The jewel in the crown of England's North WestWirral is a fascinating and unique place and its people are renowned for their warmth, humour and spirit. Surrounded by water on three sides, Wirral's distinctive character is surely influenced by those seaborne connections.
Urban ReflectionsThis project is a trail blazing book partnership with the global multi-national organisation Hewlett-Packard and puts the focus on global urban changes in 21st century cities.
I Can, You Can, We CanWords by Hilary Keating, illustrations by Katy Taggart
This delightful book - packed with wonderful illustrations - helps educate the under fives about their social, community and civil rights and their 'self worth'.
The Friendship Arch:
A Celebration of China-UK Linksby Lew Baxter and Guy Woodland
SHANGHAI is now one of the most dynamic cities in Asia and its historical legacy is shared with Britain through trade, politics and culture as this comprehensive photo-essay book The Friendship Arch shows.
ConnectionsLiverpool - Global Gateway relates the life stories of 32 extraordinary people who live in Liverpool (UK) but who have far-flung links with the rest of the world.
Liverpool (UNESCO) - World Heritage CityIn July 2004 UNESCO conferred World Heritage status on the UK maritime city of Liverpool, a decision that has helped the city transform its image.
The book was officially launched during a lavish, civic reception in Liverpool Town Hall attended by the UK Minister for Heritage. It has now been distributed worldwide.
Waterfront - World Heritage CityThe British maritime city of Liverpool is currently European Capital of Culture in waiting for 2008. The majestic Waterfront is arguably the city's most evocative and best known scenic site, while the iconic and equally famous Liver Birds are almost a legend to seafarers, travellers and millions of emigrants to 'new worlds' across the globe.
THE FOOL ON THE HILL:
The Saga of a Big Beatles Blunder
- by Lew BaxterTHIS is the wacky story of the man who was the first manager of the Beatles - and lost them after a row with John Lennon when he told what was to become the most famous musical outfit in the world to 'Get Lost!'
MY BEATLES HELL:
The Tragical History Tour of Beryl Adams - by Lew BaxterThis is the fascinating but often harrowing account of the life of Beryl Adams who was Brian Epstein's secretary when he 'found' the Beatles and began to shape them into a world-shattering phenomenon.
MMLL: Mike McCartney's Liverpool Life"A black and white world of Liverpool in the 60s, which, like the Wizard of Oz, could spring into rainbow colours at any time, by using your imagination. A unique world, and period in time..."
'Thank U Very Much'.
Stephen Broadbent - SculptorThis book profiles and captures the first decade of Stephen Broadbent - who studied with the truly remarkable and irreverent Arthur Dooley. It traces his career as he became one of the most creative and sought after sculptors in the UK and internationally. It focuses on numerous of his projects and commissions.
The Life of Chester Gateway TheatreWith a foreword by David Suchet. The book examines the life and times of this famous and well loved theatre and profiles some of the actors who have walked the boards in this nationally acclaimed venue. This is a memorable book as the theatre will no longer exist in its present state from 2007.
SHEDKMA remarkable celebration of the first five years of Shedkm architecture, displayed in an unsual book.
Liverpool: The First 1000 yearsIf you want to know why Liverpool won the Capital of Culture bid for 2008 then this is the book for you - over 100,000 words and 250 photos might give you some clues!