Terry Jones Books

Fashion Now 2 je rozšířeným vydáním průvodce světem nejvýznamnějších módních návrhářů světa od největších hráčů v mezinárodním průmyslu po sportovní a nezávislé značky, který připravil kultovní britský časopis i-D. Fotografie, odrážející nejlepší módu a styling, pocházejí z archivu časopisu. Textovou část tvoří úvod zakladatele a šéfredaktora a články o faktorech, jež ovlivňují dnešní tvář módy: systém módních přehlídek, postavení návrháře pro celebrity a rostoucí význam pánské módy.

This is the script of the film which looks at what life is really all about, which featured the whole Monty Python team and was directed by Terry Jones This is a fully illustrated edition of the hilarious Python classic, which takes a pop at almost every single sacred cow of culture and includes the famous tune "Every Sperm is Sacred." Although primarily aimed at an audience of fish, Monty Python's film, The Meaning of Life, spans the whole range of human experience. It starts with the birth of a seemingly insignificant human being (especially from a haddock's point of view) who, sure enough turns out to play no further part in the film.

Refine your fashion sense with this essential compilation from TASCHEN’s Fashion Now! series. Edited by i-D creator Terry Jones, this book is a comprehensive overview of fashion design around the world and an indispensible work of reference for anyone interested in its future. The style set traverses both tomorrow’s superstars and established industry giants, including Haider Ackermann, Azzedine Alaïa, Ann Demeulemeester, Dolce & Gabbana, Tom Ford, Jean Paul Gaultier, Marc Jacobs, Christian Lacroix, Karl Lagerfeld, Stella McCartney, Alexander McQueen, Rick Owens, Stefano Pilati, Zac Posen, Miuccia Prada, Jil Sander, Proenza Schouler, Raf Simons, Olivier Theyskens, Dries Van Noten, Alexander Wang, Junya Watanabe, Vivienne Westwood, and many, many more

This is a reproduction of the diary of Lady Angelica Cottingham, which features pressed garden fairies. Or rather the psychic images of the fairies, who quickly turned it into a game, where they leapt between the closing pages in an effort to outdo each other to produce the most outrageous poses.

Als einer der intellektuellsten Designer der Modebranche entwirft Yohji Yamamoto Kleidung, die manchmal etwas verkopft wirkt. Doch immer ist sie wunderschön. Die Archive des Londoner Magazins i-D bieten einen Einblick in Yohjis Gedankenwelt seit 1981, als er und Rei Kawakubo einen neuen, düsteren Japan-Chic propagierten. Es geht um seine Bewunderung für Meisterschneider, den schmerzhaften Prozess, durch den Mode zur Anti-Mode wird, und um die Frage, wie er es schafft, dass seine Entwürfe zugleich zeitlos und avantgardistisch sind. Der 120-Seiten-Band enthält biografische und persönliche Informationen zu diesem Ausnahmedesigner, fotografische Extravaganzen von Paolo Roversi, Max Vadukul und Nick Knight sowie Yamamoto-Interviews von Jamie Huckbody, Holly Shackleton und Terry Jones. Wer also wissen will, was die 80er mit den 2010ern verbindet (und was sie scharf trennt), wird um dieses Buch nicht herumkommen. P. S.: Sie finden, Schwarz-Weiss-Rot sieht nach Bauhaus aus? Findet Yohji auch.

This work showcases the work of 129 creators who have pushed the boundaries of fashion design to new extremes.

Once again in desperate need of cash, ex-Monty Python member Jones and renowned faery authority and illustrator Froud team up to present the hilarious sequel to the brilliantly successful Lady Cottington's Pressed Fairy Book. Lady Cottington's previously unknown twin brother, Quentin, employs his "psychic image nebulizing generator" and "psychic odour nasalizing gasificator" to analyze the protoplasmic nature of the mysterious stains left by pressed fairies.

A collection of thirty original fairy tales introducing such beings as the fly-by-night, the rainbow cat, and the wonderful cake-horse.

Earthy, enigmatic, and--until now--elusive, the goblin is little known and even less well understood. Thanks to Brian Froud's discovery of the notebooks of Dashe, a goblin portraitist, this rare breed is now an open book. This is a definitive, profusely illustrated field guide to the goblin world, annotated by Terry Jones, Monty Python professor emeritus of Obscure, Absurd and Truly Hilarious Arts. Full-color illustrations.

Having left his village in 19th-century England—tired of learning Latin and digging ditches—Tom now finds himself in France employed as a squire to Henry, Duke of Lancaster. But Tom's job proves tedious, so when an encounter with the Man in Black presents an opportunity for escape, Tom again makes a dash for freedom. This time he is accompanied by the beautiful but troublesome Lady Emilia De Valois—and, of course, supported by his dear friend and ally Squire "Alan." Love is in the air as Tom continues his quest to become a knight in shining armor and to fulfill his dreams of tournaments won and distant lands traveled. But, as fortune would have it, Tom is called upon to use his talents to help the starving people of France and, with the giant Anton, is persuaded to make a detour to visit none other than Pope Innocent VI!

This Two-volume Compilation Brings Together Highlights From Taschen's First Two Volumes Of Our Renowned Fashion Now! Books For A Comprehensive Study Of Fashion Design Around The World At The Beginning Of The 21st Century. Up-and-coming Fashion Designers Tomorrow's Superstars Are Featured Alongside The Field's Most Respected Practitioners--publisher Description.

9 of Terry Jones' fairy tales, published especially for Nestle Cheerios.

Treason, plague, two world wars — and that's just for starters. Discover the fascinating history of BritainBritish history is a rollercoaster ride of lively stories, relentless power-grabbing, and colourful characters — and it's all in this book! Whether you confuse your Stuarts with your Tudors or are convinced the Battle of Hastings took place in 1966, this book is the perfect guide for you. Uncover rip-roaring stories of power-mad kings, executions, invasions, and high treason. Tour through the ages of Britain and take in a nation at war, the building of a global empire, and tales of forbidden love — not bad for a country of stiff upper lips.• Time-traveling through the ages - understand Stone Age Britain, and move on through the Bronze Age into the Iron Age• Going on an invasion - discover how the Saxons and Vikings invaded the British Isles, and how their legacy lives on today• Commanding and conquering - look on as Britain builds a vast empire and and delves into global domination• Uncovering a right royal affair - take in the turbulent times of monarchs through the ages• Meeting the children of the revolution - marvel at the Industrial Revolution that made Britain a superpower• Moving into the modern world - witness the highs and lows of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries

Humorous tales with serious morals in a fable format. Introduces animals who want to do extraordinary things, from a dog being a doctor to an elephant wanting trousers. Suggested level: primary

Deep in the Crusades, Tom has run away from home to discover what the noble life of a knight is really like. In The Tyrant and the Squire he uses his inimitable comic imagination and originality to combine all three of these elements and create a perfect story for children and grown-ups alike.

Was medieval England full of knights on horseback rescuing fainting damsels in distress? Terry Jones' Medieval Lives reveals Medieval Britain as you have never seen it before - a vibrant society teeming with individuality, intrigue and innovation. schovat popis

Terry Jones’ Barbarians takes a completely fresh approach to Roman history. This is the story of the Roman Empire as seen by the Britons, Gauls, Germans, Hellenes, Persians, and Africans. In place of the propaganda pushed on us by the Romans, we’ll see these people as they really were. The Vandals didn’t vandalize—the Romans did. The Goths didn’t sack Rome—the Romans did. Traversing the landscape of the Roman Empire, Terry Jones brings wit, irreverence, and the very latest scholarship to transform a history that seemed well past its sell-date.

In 1095 Pope Urban II called upon Christians to march under the banner of the Cross and save their brothers in the East from the advance of Islam. This vision of crusading Christianity dominated the events of the next two centuries and brought together people of all ages and backgrounds, sworn to spread Christianity and wrest the Holy Land from the Infidel. First published to accompany the acclaimed BBC television series, 'Crusades' tells the compelling, often horrific, story of the fanatics and fantasists, knights and peasants who were caught up in these fervent times. It reveals how Muslims, Jews and Christians were massacred, and how the Crusades sowed the seeds of 'jihad', the holy war for Islam, a legacy that endures today.

This is the tale of a Viking warrior by the name of Erik. But Erik is no ordinary Viking. With his trusty band of men he sets sail in search of the land where the sun goes at night - but he finds much more! The Sea Dragon, Dogfighters and giants combine to make his voyage a great saga of thrilling adventures.Written by Terry Jones, most famous for his membership of the Monty Python team, this is a wonderful tale, expertly spun, which won the Children's Book Award.

Dash and his crew might have stumbled upon the source of the evil at Black Sand Beach when they stumbled into the abandoned and haunted lighthouse, but when Lily reveals that she found Dash's journal there, the news is anything but comforting. The book is full of Dash's reflections on his trip to Black Sand Beach the previous summer. Only Dash doesn't recognize the journal or have any memory of being there. As the friends read the entries aloud, through flashbacks Dash's unsettling encounter with two ghost girls, a truly terrifying monster, and a life changing event make one thing very clear: Black Sand Beach isn't done with them yet.Deliciously creepy and difficult to put down, Do You Remember the Summer Before? returns readers to a supernatural shore they'll never forget.

Nicobobinus and his friend Rosie go in search of the Land of Dragons and find more adventure than they'd bargained for

Guilt mingles with relief, leaving Drizzt uniquely vulnerable to the persuasions of his newest companion--Dahlia, a darkly alluring elf and the only other member of their party to survive the cataclysm at Mount Hotenow. But traveling with Dahlia is challenging in more ways than one. As the two companions seek revenge on the one responsible for leveling Neverwinter--and nearly Luskan as well--Drizzt finds his usual moral certainty swept away by her unconventional views. Forced to see the dark deeds that the common man may be driven to by circumstance, Drizzt begins to find himself on the wrong side of the law in an effort to protect those the law has failed. Making new enemies, as his old enemies acquire deadly allies, Drizzt and Dahlia quickly find themselves embroiled in battle--a state he's coming to enjoy a little too much.

Monty Python veteran Terry Jones shares his favorite bits from Python books, TV scripts, and films. Included are the classic "Lumberjack Song", "The French Taunt King Arthur", and "What Have the Romans Ever Done to Us?" Color illustrations by fellow Python Terry Gilliam.

It doesn't matter if it's happy if all you're looking for is an ending. A story of small towns and small minds against big dreams and big lobsters. -- Richard Fairgray

Current trends and tastes  Compiled by the style-savvy staff of the seminal monthly i-D, Fashion Now highlights the work of over 90 designers around the globe, focusing on not only the biggest names but also the most exciting new talent. A to Z designer entries include extensive biographical information, photos of recent designs by today's leading photographers, and current catwalk shots. Updated with current info on all designers!

Despite its evergreen, cross-generational fan base, there hasn't been a new Monty Python book by all the surviving Pythons in 30 years. On their 40th anniversary, Monty Python Live! focuses primarily on their stage show and includes original material written for the book.

At the centre of the galaxy, an unknown civilization is preparing for an event of epic proportions, the launch of the most technologically advanced spaceship ever built - the Starship Titanic. The ship that cannot possibly go wrong.

Starship Titanic is a laugh-out-loud sci-fi adventure written by Terry Jones (Monty Python), based on the game Starship Titanic by Douglas Adams, bestselling author of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.

A comedy of Russian gangsters, town planners and a dog called Nigel.Malcolm Thomas is not happy. The view he loves is about to be blocked by an ugly building. He decides to take action and forms a protest group. Then things go badly wrong and Malcolm finds himself running for his life. Along the way he gets mixed up with corrupt town planners, violent gangsters, and a kidnapped concert pianist. Malcolm starts to wonder if objecting to the building was such a good idea when he finds himself upside down with a gun in his mouth. This hilarious story from Monty Python star, Terry Jones, will make you laugh out loud. Ideal for regular readers wanting a fast, fun read or for people who have lost the reading habit, Quick Reads have brought hundreds of thousands of new readers to books and helped transform lives. Quick Reads are brilliantly written short new books by bestselling writers and celebrities.

In celebration of 30 years at the forefront of international fashion and lifestyle publishing, TASCHEN and i-D are thrilled to announce the publication of the i-D covers book. Featuring all of the iconic covers to date, this book edited by creative director and i-D founder Terry Jones, will also tell some of the stories behind the making of the images. In personal discussion with many of the creative talents he has worked with over the years, Terry Jones weaves his own personal web of diary, memories and magic to give the reader an unforgettable look into the secret world before the digital age made everything accessible and public.Taking us to the present day with Nick Knight's three covers shot especially for the anniversary issue (streamed instantly and shown online as he was photographing them) this book offers an incredible insight into a creative world that is changing under our feet, but yet has its heart and its creativity very firmly rooted in its beginnings.

Exploring the concept that happiness is a perspective rather than an external pursuit, the author, Dr. Terry Jones, emphasizes the importance of inner peace and personal empowerment. He introduces practical tools to cultivate joy from within, encouraging readers to become their own "Culture of One." This approach is grounded in psychology, aiming to foster self-awareness, empathy, and self-sufficiency. By embracing this mindset, individuals can choose happiness in any circumstance, shifting the focus from external validation to internal fulfillment.

Set against a backdrop of thrilling high-seas adventure, this retelling of Viking tales features an imaginative twist infused with humor and creativity. Terry Jones, known for his work with Monty Python, brings to life the legendary exploits of Vikings and their encounters with dragons, promising an engaging and entertaining experience filled with action and wit.

Exploring the life of Kanaye Nagasawa, this novel delves into the emotional and intellectual experiences of a samurai navigating 19th-century Japan's turmoil. Grounded in true events, it offers a unique perspective shaped by the author's interpretation as a contemporary middle-class Caucasian American. The narrative not only reveals Nagasawa's character and feelings but also reflects the author's own insights, creating a rich tapestry of historical context and personal projection for readers to discover.

This is a novelization of the film "The Wind in the Willows", which was originally written by Kenneth Grahame, and features the adventures of Mole, Ratty, Badger and Mr Toad.

Was die legendäre Komikertruppe angeht, so sind früher sowohl Textbücher als auch Biografisches erschienen, doch, wie B. Robenek in der Rezension anmerkte: " ... eine Biographie, die den Pythons gerecht wird, steht noch aus". Der vorliegende Band kann diese Lücke füllen, bringt er doch ein autobiografisches Mosaik, das fast alle Fragen beantwortet. Zu Wort kommen John Cleese, Michael Palin, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones und Graham Chapman (von Letzterem, der 1989 gestorben ist, berichten auch die Eltern, der Bruder und der Lebensgefährte), die abwechselnd ihre Schilderungen und Kommentare zum persönlichen Werdegang und vor allem natürlich zu der Karriere als TV- und Filmstars, von der Kindheit bis zum letzten gemeinsamen Film, abgeben. Dem ausdauernden (und, wegen des Gewichts, kräftigen) Leser eröffnen diese Stellungnahmen sehr tiefe Einblicke in Leben und Werk der Pythons, die noch verstärkt werden durch eine überaus grosse Zahl von Illustrationen verschiedenster Art (auch privater Fotos). Beeindruckend

Seit 30 Jahren gehört i-D zu den international führenden Mode- und Lifestyle-Zeitschriften. Aus Anlass dieses Jubiläums versammelte Terry Jones, der Creative Director und Gründer von i-D, alle bislang erschienenen Magazin-Cover und die besten Stories, die dahinterstehen. In vielen persönlichen Gesprächen mit den kreativen Talenten, mit denen er im Lauf der Jahre zusammenarbeitete, erstellte Terry Jones sein ganz eigenes, subjektives Netz aus Tagebuchaufzeichnungen, Erinnerungen und magischen Momenten und gibt so den Lesern einen unvergesslichen Einblick in eine geheime Welt, lange bevor das digitale Zeitalter alles und jedes zugänglich und öffentlich machte. Mit den drei neuesten i-D-Covern von Nick Knight (die beim Fotografieren sofort gestreamt und online gestellt wurden) bietet das Buch erstaunliche Einblicke in eine kreative Welt, die sich zwar vor unseren Augen verändert, in ihrem Kern und in ihrer schöpferischen Gestaltung jedoch fest in den Anfängen verwurzelt ist.

Begierig, die Welt kennenzulernen, schliesst sich dem Ritter John Hawkley der Waisenjunge Tom an. Auch der wieselflinke Alan, der sich als verkleidetes Mädchen entpuppt, will sich mit ihnen im Kampf der Engländer gegen die Franzosen behaupten.

Nicobobinus and his friend Rosie go in search of the Land of Dragons and find more adventure than they'd bargained for.

Nieznana, leżąca w centrum galaktyki cywilizacja przygotowuje się do epokowego wydarzenia - startu najwspanialszego, najpiękniejszego i najnowocześniejszego krążownika w dziejach, "Titanica". Oczom Ziemianina przypomina on połączenie grobu Tutenchamona, Wenecji i siedziby Chryslera, lecz mniej zaściankowi mieszkańcy naszego wszechświata z pewnościa zauważą, że jest to dzieło Lewinusa, najwybitniejszego architekta w dziejach galaktyki. Olbrzymi, bajeczny statek sunie po doku, nabiera prędkości, nieco się kołysze, chwieje, zbacza znacznie z kursu i - nim rozsieje wokół straszliwe spustoszenie - przechodzi RSZI (Rozległą Spontaniczną Zapaść Istnienia), po czym w ciągu zaledwie kilku sekund nadciąga kres zdumiewającego, oszałamiającego przedsięwzięcia. A to dopiero początek opowieści...

Nuestro conocimiento del mundo de los Goblins era meramente especulativo. Pero ahora ha dado un paso gigante gracias a los esfuerzos del ilustre goblinólogo a tiempo parcial Brian Froud, descubridor e intérprete de cuarenta y tres libretas de apuntes del gran pintor goblin Dashe. Ayudado por el académico Terry Jones, Froud ha dado al mundo una obra esencial, considerada el Quién es Quién en el mundo de los goblins.

Dreißig neu geschriebene Märchen handeln von Monstern, außergewöhnlichen Tieren, Königen, Elfen und anderen Zauberwesen. Eine wahre Fundgrube für Liebhaber phantastischer Erzählungen.

Um 1900 wurde im Nachlass von Lady Angelica Cottington ein Album gefunden, in dem sie Elfen, Trolle und Kobolde statt Blumen gepresst hatte. Ihr Tagebuch beschreibt die Begegnungen mit diesen Wesen und die Umstände, unter denen sie ins Album gelangten. Einige Seiten sind versiegelt, da sie zu gewagt erschienen.

Kniha představuje nejvýznamnější tvůrce špičkové módy 21. století z celého světa. Kniha se věnuje současné módě, oboru, který se každým rokem rozrůstá a nabývá na významu. Uvádí medailony současných módních návrhářů, kteří se prosadili v mezinárodním módním průmyslu. Popisuje jednotlivé tvůrce a tvůrčí skupiny, jejich oděvní kolekce i styl jejich práce. Každému návrháři je věnována dvoustrana s jeho profesním životopisem, portrétem a fotografií konkrétního modelu.

V knize se autoři pokusili vyvrátit obecně zažitou představu, že Římané ostatní národy výrazně převyšovali, a proto se jim podařilo vytvořit velké impérium. Tento názor se rozšířil, neboť většina historických pramenů byla vytvořena samotnými Římany. Publikace, která doprovází stejnojmenný seriál televize BBC, velmi čtivým způsobem přibližuje méně známé aspekty z dějin Říma.

Tento soubor příběhů Terryho Jonese následuje po oblíbených Pohádkách k neuvěření a autor v nich vychází z principu humorných bajek ze zvířecí říše, které jsou směšnější a méně mravoličné než klasické bajky a jejich hrdinové se dostávají do potrhlých situací. Blecha vede věhlasný britský supermarket, liška zase slepičí artisty. Mýval nostalgicky vzpomíná na válečné boje u RAF a krokodýl chodí s bolavým chrupem k dentistovi na Harrow Street... Kouzelný bestiář pro děti i dospělé.

V třiceti příbězích před usnutím pošťuchuje známý britský komik Terry Jones říši ovládanou bratry Grimmy či panem Andersenem. Zloduši a ježibaby sice u Jonese konají neméně podlé dílo, černokněžníci míchají záludné lektvary, příšery i půlky království jdou na dračku a o zlato jde mnohým až v první řadě, ale abyste se nepřepočítali, vážení. Tak dobrou s kobrou! A pokud nepohrdnete moudrostí zabalenou do nečekaných konců, třeba oceníte, že vás do hajan doprovázel posměváček světové extratřídy. Kniha je určena k potěše nezbedným dítkům od 7 let a jejich rodičům.

Originální pohádky postavené na poetické grotesce, nonsensu a nezvyklých kontrastech starého a nového. Ve svých moderních pohádkách, které stojí na paradoxech, neočekávaných kombinacích a bláznivém dotahování známých pohádkových motivů, vychází Jones z tradice Lewise Carrolla, Edwarda Leara a Roalda Dahla. Z české literatury Jonesovy nonsensy připomínají nejvíc ze všeho Jana Wericha a jeho moderní pohádky shrnuté v cyklech Fimfárum a Deoduši.. V této sbírce zpracovává neotřelým způsobem klasické náměty (pohled z jiné strany na kouzelné zrcadlo zlé královny ze Sněhurčina příběhu, historka o člověku, jenž měl podobně jako Grimmovic holčička Čtyřočka oči doslova všude, ale stejně jimi nedokázal zahlédnout nic podstatného, lidožravý obr tak pomalý, že trvá dny a měsíce, než se přiblíží ke kořisti a než k jeho pidimozečku dospěje kloudná myšlenka). Vynikající kniha pro děti i dospělé. První vydání.