Richard Taylor Books

This book is the perfect companion for the watercolour landscape painter. Packed full of detailed annotations and step-by-step demonstrations, Richard Taylor guides you through each element of landscape painting.

This biography is a treasured account of Nick Drake, who, in 1968, seemed to have everything—an idyllic upbringing, popularity at Cambridge, and a record deal with Island Records. However, after releasing three critically acclaimed but commercially unsuccessful albums, he succumbed to a mysterious mental illness, returning to his family home in Warwickshire, where he died in 1974 at just 26. Since then, his music has gained immense popularity, with millions of records sold and frequent features in TV shows and films, solidifying his status as a revered singer-songwriter. This biography is unique, written with the support of his sister and estate, and draws on extensive original research, including new interviews with family, friends, and collaborators. It incorporates deeply personal materials previously unavailable, such as his father's diaries, essays, and private correspondence, providing the most comprehensive account of his life. With a foreword by Gabrielle Drake and over 75 photos, many rare or unseen, this work stands as the definitive exploration of Nick Drake's enigmatic existence and enduring legacy.

Valued by scholars for its literary significance, this book serves as an important knowledge resource for future generations. Presented in its original print format, it retains any marks or annotations from its first publication, preserving its authentic character and historical context.

English radicalism has been a persistent and important, though minority, strand in English political culture since at least the English Civil War. This book explores, in historical context, the nature of this radicalism - its beliefs, practice and importance - in the twentieth century. -- .

Fully illustrated complete history of British armoured warfare from the pioneering tanks for the First World War through to the start of the Second World War.

Exploring the political history of Soviet cinema in the 1920s, this book delves into the unique interplay between film and the socio-political landscape of the time. It highlights how cinema served as a tool for propaganda and cultural expression, reflecting the revolutionary spirit and challenges of the era. Through detailed analysis, the narrative uncovers the artistic innovations and ideological conflicts that shaped the development of Soviet filmmaking during this transformative decade.

In-depth investigation of the problems of British tank design in the interwar years and during the war.

Discusses every aspect of creating an animated film, from scripting and storyboarding to filming and marketing.