Art Book Gift Ideas

This survival kit contains everything you need to pass law school in style. The perfect gift for the enthusiastic young pupil who hasn't yet realized the suffering to come during their Property Law cold call.

The perfect gift for the lawyers in your life -- for law school graduation, birthdays, firm holiday gifts, retirement, or just because. More than 70 vignettes from life in the practice of law are rendered here as wryly humorous poems.

85 cartoons celebrating America's favorite pastime - suing each other! A perfect gift idea for the new law school grad or anyone who has just emerged from the misery of the bar exam.

This book is a PhD's unauthorized discussion of the real world psychology behind the TV series Dexter. It makes a great gift for the Dexter fanboy.

This compelling coffee table book depicts the elegance and energy of certain iconic women. We love its stunning images and its provocative text. Perfect for stylish hosts when captivating the attention of idle guests.

This authoritative text is a compelling acount of world religions and lesser-known faiths. We love its lavish illustrations and its easy-to-understand timeline. Perfect for history lovers who are fascinated by the intricate complexities of faiths from around the world.

This successful guide highlights 500 novel destinations around the globe. We love its themed top ten lists and its locator maps. Perfect for the world traveler when planning the next unforgettable journey.

This compelling book strives to produce a visual record that will reshape opinions of the Arctic. We love its diversity of brilliant colors and its imagery of iconic wildlife. Perfect for lovers of cold climates when arguing their case for an Arctic holiday.

This gripping book coincides with the National Geographic Society's marine conservation initiatives. We love its stunning photography and its story of hope. Perfect for the eco-friendly who appreciate the necessity to restore order to nature.

This new text conveys understandable explanations of the unimaginably vast universe. We love its scaled maps and beautiful space photographs. Perfect for stargazers who wish to discover the depths of the cosmos without a high-powered telescope.

This autobiographical text illustrates the world's largest collection of aviation history. We love its spectacular photography and its insiders' tales of the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum. Perfect for aviators and would-be pilots who feel the need for speed in the comfort of their own reading room.

This unflinching book depicts some of the most brutal moments the animal kingdom has to offer. We love its astonishing multi-image sequences and its action-packed exploration. Perfect for nature enthusiasts who want to take a walk on the wild side.

This spectacular picture book showcases the aesthetic elements that culminate in beautiful photography. We love its stunning images and lyrcial quotes from scholars and poets. Perfect for shutterbugs when looking for inspiration to snap brilliant images of their own.

This coffee table book shows the full process of how tweed is made into jackets. We love its beautiful photgraphs and its intriguing interviews. Perfect for both art and tweed-lovers alike!

This heavily illustrated book contains over three hundred images and essays. We love its rare photographs of punk musicians and its collection of punk art and ephemera. Perfect for the Punk lover who wants to relive the punk era!

This hardcover book is over three hundred pages of classic workwear, sports, and military apparel. We love its beautiful images and its wide variety of vintage menswear. Perfect for fashion designers and stylists who love the vintage look!

This hardcover book details over one hundred everyday Japanese products that show exceptional design and production. We love its beautiful pictures and its fascinating descriptions. Perfect for decorator who wants to learn about the well-designed and crafted Japanese products!

This hardcover book is fully of stunning images featuring concrete. We love its fantastic pictures and its worldwide scope. Perfect for the architecturally-inclined when or a fascinating coffee table piece!

This hardcover book is an enthralling look at body art and tattoos. We love its insightful text and its quality photos. Perfect for body art lovers looking for a fascinating read!

This hardcover book is an ironic take on the celebrity paparazzi culture. We love its famous subjects and its creative shots. Perfect for photography lovers who want an alternative look at portrait photography!

This hardcover book is full of private doodles from some of the most famous cartoon artists around. We love its behind-the-scenes look at the creative process and its seven hundred illustrations. Perfect for the cartoon-lover who just can't get enough!

This hardcover book is a behind-the-scenes look at the band The Kills. We love its backstage access and its high-energy punk vibe. Perfect for the music lover who craves an inside look at life on the road!

This stylish shaving set is made from polished chrome. We love its contemporary design, and its pure badger hair brush that generates a warm lather for a closer shave. Perfect to give as a gift to any man who needs a quality shaving set.

This attractive juice press is made of stainless steel, wood optics and chrome. We love its graceful design, and its dual cone, which twists in both directions, so you can get the most juice possible out of the fruit. Perfect for the health-conscious person who loves to make their own fresh juice, rather than drinking a product with preservatives.

This informative book is made to help you achieve a yoga body in four weeks. We love that no yoga experience is necessary, and that it includes detailed guides for poses and recipes with plenty of modifications. Perfect for anyone who just wants to shed a little weight and become healthier from the inside-out.

This wistful print is made of paper, wood and wire. We love its illustration that portrays true love, and that the wood used is from Malaysian trees that can no longer bear fruit. Perfect to give as a wedding or anniversary gift to a special couple.

This unique book is made to cover all the popular styles of menswear over the past 100 years. We love that its written for any man from student to executive, and that it features a comprehensive collection of images. Perfect for anyone who has an interest in past and present menswear, who wants to look for a trend in which direction fashion may be going.

This hardcover book is made to be a virtual art museum. We love its large format that allows you to truly appreciate the illustrations, and its diversity, as it includes pieces of every culture from cave art through the 20th century. Perfect for anyone who needs the perfect coffee table book that will impress even the most discerning guests.

This informative book tells of the 50 most intriguing designs to come from the Bauhaus movement. We love that the masterpieces are presented in chronological order, and that it features work from important contributors, such as Albers, Klee and Kandinsky. Perfect for the individual looking for a book to leave out on their coffee table.

This informative book is made to help you design your perfect environment. We love that it'­s a hardcover, so it'­s perfect for coffee table book, and that Bunny Williams reveals all of her coveted design secrets. Perfect for the new homeowner who wants to get creative with the design of their space.

This exciting book tells the tale of the 18th century New England manor that first inspired her love affair with design. We love that it addresses practical matters and also offers breathtaking photographs of the house and gardens. Perfect for anyone who has an interest in interior design, and how to totally transform a home.

This remarkable photo book is made to highlight past artistic and political influences. We love that images and spreads are taken from over 200 books, and that it provides a corrective to the history of photography. Perfect for anyone who appreciates culture and art.

This interesting book tells the story of Walter Peyton's 13-year career. We love that it touches on his childhood in segregated Mississippi, and that interviews were done with more than 700 hundred sources, earning it countless positive reviews. Perfect for the Chicago Bears fan who followed Payton throughout his career.

This complete travel kit contains everything you need to achieve the perfect shave while away from home. We love its waterproof case and that the products contain essential oils, to moisturize and protect. Perfect for the traveling professional who needs a close shave for important meetings wherever he happens to be.

This elegant razor and brush pair makes a wet shave a pleasure. We love the high shine of the polished chrome and sleek ergonomic design. Perfect for the well groomed man who appreciates quality and well-crafted shaving implements for a traditional wet shave.

This beautiful kettle just shouts Krups' sleek elegance and is finished with real attention to detail. We love the high polish stainless steel with its chrome and wood accents and its anti-scale filter. Perfect for house proud kitchens where simple functions are enjoyed more because the appliances look good.

This fun toaster is designed to generate smiles at breakfast time with bread messages. We love the selection of phrases and that it also comes in a sleek chrome version. Perfect for toast lovers who have something to say looking to express themselves in a unique fashion.

This brilliant collection of home-grown wisdom from experienced professionals provides a virtual encyclopedia to the world of fermentation. We love its DIY theme and its down to earth approach. Perfect for any professional or home chef when making anything from yogurt to cider.

This much anticipated sequel to the Momofuku recipe book, the Momofuku Milk Bar is jam packed with the mouthwatering desert recipes of Christina Tosi. We love its twist on legendary childhood flavor favorites and its brilliant, easy layer cake treats. Perfect for the host to wow their friends and family when serving the ultimate dessert.

This brilliant brewing book is a bijou collection of beer recipes designed for small batches. We love the attention paid to the craft of artisan brewing and the tips of pairing beers with food. Perfect for the home brewer who wants more from beer making than a general retail kit can provide.

This delightful guide to the art of quick and easy Bundt cakes is brought to you in a collection from Christie Matheson. We love its no-nonsense approach to baking for the busy kitchen and its encouragement of embracing the retro shapes. Perfect for the busy working professional who still likes to pop out the perfect Bundt when serving cake and tea to guests.

This uniquely designed recipe book offers more than just recipes. This book provides an alternative way to cooking food, which cannot be found in a traditional recipe. Offering details of what happens to different types of food when they are cooked is just one of the ways cooking for geeks tries to get you to think outside the box. This is the perfect gift for that quirky friend who is always looking for different ways of doing things.

This inflatable tent is also known as The Cave. The Cave is easy to use and requires virtually no work to set up. Engineered with an inner tent, its inflatable frame allow for quick and easy use. This is definitely the ideal tent for the traditional outdoorsmen looking to save time when setting up camp. So whether you.re hiking to a camp spot or driving, The Cave is an essential tool to camping comfortably.

This artistically photographed book offers stunning visuals. The book comes in four different variants, and each book purchased comes shrink-wrapped. This is a perfect house warming gift and can be used on a coffee table. The pictures offer stunning views and great information.

This helpful guide is made to be a guide for coffee lovers. We love that it includes a coffee buying guide and maps of the city, so you know exactly where to go whether you want a specialty drink or to buy some fresh beans. Perfect for the coffee drinker who isn.t afraid to try new flavors and variations.

This eye-opening book is made to educate the public about how a food crop changed the nation.s future. We love that the author takes you on an emotional journey, and that history, culture and tradition are explored from various places around the world. Perfect for anyone who appreciates a moving and intelligent non-fictional book, coffee drinker or not.

This mesmerizing audio book is the next chapter in the Raylan Givens story. We love that it explores the darker side of the black market, and that it goes into detail about the buying and selling of human organs. Perfect for a runner who wants a book they can really get lost in for a while.

This elegant paring knife set are made of high carbon stainless steel. We love their nonstick coating and brightly colored sheaths, which protects fingers and blades while in storage. Perfect for anyone needing to chop some vegetables or peel an apple.

This innovative book is the first to be published on one of the greatest American designers of the 20th Century. We love its compelling images and its never-before-seen illustrations. Perfect for the graphic artist who needs a little inspiration from a big success!

This insightful book dictates the chronicles of Winston Churchill's iconic style. We love its glossy photos and its interesting facts that are otherwise unknown. Perfect for the literary lovers who don't want to just judge a book by its cover!

This intuitive book is THE style and cultural bible for men. We love its keen eye for fashion and its excellent coverage of a broad spectrum of topics. Perfect for the civilized male who needs a little fashion advice without judgment!

This beautifully illustrated book is full of stylish cyclists pedaling through city streets. We love its gorgeous pictures and its exciting descriptions of cyclists in the big city of London. Perfect for the fashion-forward cyclist who wants to set the bar high!

This chic book is packed full of snapshots from around the world of everyday riders. We love its charismatic combinations of individual style and practical function. Perfect for the bike enthusiast who needs a little inspiration to go the extra mile!

This glossy bookshelf is a stylish way to store and show off books, DVDs or anything else that needs displayed. We love its architectural symmetry bookends that open vertical spaces either side and its ability to be on a wall-mount or freestand on the floor. Perfect for the art-deco gal who wants to display the coolest wine bottles for everyone to see!

This stunning coffee table book features history and of full-color imagery of heirloom fruits and vegetables. Marvel at 157 gorgeous still-life photographs of rare heirloom produce. A proudly "heterogenous" selection of beautiful vegetables for the backyard gardner or foodie aficiondo!

"Written by Michelin-starred chef Paul Virant this is book uncovers to the secrets of professional food"preservation". We've had success with the pickling techinques and plan to try fruit jams next. Perfect for the passionate chef in your life looking to master a fun new technique!"

"Written by London-based food-writer Nigel Slater, "Ripe" is an "ode to fruit". We love the comprehensive coverage of 23 varities including gardening tips, photos and recipes. Just because the doctor ordered an "apple a day" doesn't mean you should stop there!""

This sexy clutch is made of a beautiful leather with sleek metal hardware. We love its optional chain-link strap and its flap opening with magnetic snap closure. Perfect for a night at the club for someone who doesn't want her clutch to limit her on the dancefloor!

This innovative strainer is a very handy kitchen accessory. We love its ergonomic shape and unique fresh produce bath that cleans the dust and drains off the dirty water. Perfect for the modern homemaker who prefers convenient kitchen appliances.

This gear wall art clock is constructed of hand painted metal. We love its three-dimensional construction and rugged design of over-sized sprockets. Perfect for the witty handyman who has an industrially taste in design.

This designer case is perfectly built for your iPhone 4. We love its curved graphics and its snap-to-fit hard grip cover. Perfect for your iPhone when it needs a new look!

This Kent Rogowski landscape photograph is created using pieces from store-bought jigsaw puzzles. We love the creative use of scenery puzzles, enhanced by expert photography. Perfect for the experimental art-lover who wants photography with vibrancy and character!

This iconic cook book from Julia Childs contains 524 recipes. We think this book is ideal for both seasoned cooks and beginners who want to replicate high-end restaurant recipes at home. Perfect for lovers of french cuisine who want to experiment in the kitchen as long as they have a guiding hand.

This cookbook has personality and 135 unforgettable recipes showcasing Joe Beef's unconventional approach to French market cuisine. We love the variety of recipes in the book, all with inspiration from Montreal, the second-largest French-speaking city in the world. Perfect for the adventurous chef who looks for recipes with history and creativity!

This artsy black and white print is made on natural white, matte, ultra smooth archival paper. We love the advanced digital dry ink method that increases vibrant image quality and the custom trim that allows for framing. Perfect for the urbanite trying to decorate (or redecorate) an apartment!

This wall art is made from reclaimed vintage fan blades. We truly love the originality and retro style of this one of a kind triad. An absolute must for the experimental collector looking for an elusive and truly original piece of home decor!

If you're looking to lighten up a dull and boring room then check out the totally cool floating balloon wall stickers designed by famous UK artist, Bansky. Precision cut and easy to apply, we love the light and airy feel this floating balloon art can bring to any room. A totally artsy gift idea for the avid home decorator looking to lighten up a room!

Designed with the music lover in mind, this wall art is sure to steal the show. Made from sturdy metal wire with a hand painted finish, we're totally jazzed by the unique artistic expression of these tastefully creative wall pieces. A rocking gift idea for artsy music lovers looking to decorate for the next big hit!

This greenhouse study book by Weisbecker depicts the beauty of greenhouses that were created for the purpose of preserving an inner world from the outside world. We love the variety of stories shared in the book. Perfect for the architect or interior design who has a green-thumb!

This travel collection provides you with the Art of Body Care line in convenient travel sized samples. We love the selection of products: smoothing body polish, revitalizing shower gel, fresh body lotion and luxurious hand balm, each of which are made from premium ingredients and are influenced by the Mediterranean. Perfect for those world travelers who want to treat their body well wherever they go.

This quirky wall-mountable jewelery and key rack is made from black walnut or long leaf yellow pine. We love the handmade quality and selection of exotic animal heads. Perfect for the animal-lover who constantly loses his keys!

These coffee mugs are designed especially for tech-lovers, with an @ shaped handle. They come in 6 bright colors with a white interior. Perfect for your techie friends who are fueled by caffiene!

This technologically advanced coffee mug is made with heat sensitive ceramic. We are completely astounded by this new development in coffee drinking: the mug appears to be plain black until you pour in liquid over 96.8F, causing a cool orange icon to surface. Perfect for the quirky coffee drinker who wants some entertainment while caffeinating. .

Acclaimed artist and children's author, Bruno Munari, shows in this ABC book how imaginative letters can be. We love how whimsical his words are: from an Ant on an Apple to a Blue Butterfly to a Cat in a Cage. Perfect as the final sound before sleep!

In this book, Chairs: A History, furniture historian Florence de Dampierre presents a wonderfully readable and visually fascinating exploration of chairs. We love its hundreds of gorgeous photographs and the information and anecdotes associated for these chairs, whether coming from ancient Egypt, classical Greece, the Roman Empire, or the Renaissance era. Perfect for anyone who's ever taken a seat and wondered where it came from.

These stoneware cubes are handmade in Los Angeles. We love how they can be used indoors or outdoors to many different ways: store things, feed birds, or simply as wall hangings. Perfect for the slightly adventurous home-owner, these cubes add an exotic touch to any the house!

This informative book provides a comprehensive history of late-seventeenth and early-eighteenth century France, when comfort became a part of home design. We love the catalogue of revolutionary interior decorating ideas and the stories of the people behind them. Perfect for the francophile who loves home decor!

This encyclopedia from expert Judith Miller, a regular guest on the BBC's "Antiques Roadshow", highlights more than 3,000 years of design. We love its depth in highlighting antique and modern pieces. Perfect for anyone who is addicted to "Antique Roadshow" or just wants to learn more about interior decorating!

This beautiful painting is made by an artist at Canvas & Canvas whose mission is to rescue the world from sad walls. We love that this piece is limited edition and uses a high quality canvas suitable for oil and acrylic paints. Perfect for any new home owner or renter looking to fill a blank wall with a custom piece at a reasonable price!

Time meets art in a whole new dimension with this world timer from Geochron. Hand crafted from natural wood, we love how the Geochron not only tells time but also displays it in a full color global view, showing exactly where the sun is rising and setting at any given moment. But even more cool is that it also displays the summer and spring solstice as well as all the spring equinoxes. So we say this is ideal for the avid art lover looking to save a little time!

The best way to describe this Aleatoric Composition... Simply awesome!!! A fusion of abstract canvas work and organic formations. There's no doubt the consumate art lover could miss the reference that the whole is not just greater than the sum of its parts, but something oh so different.

This creative chandelier is made with old French kitchen utensils and spoons. We love its matte ash grey paint finish, and that it can be used with any standard size ceiling light fitting. Perfect for the homeowner who wants to add an interesting focal point to their kitchen.

This colorful art book details the world in stripes! We love the fun colors and the intricate drawings. Perfect gift for a young child.

This informative book is made to give you information about one of the Earth.s most brilliant creatures. We love its stylish cover that looks nice left out on a coffee table, and that it has been written by a comedian, so all of the facts are fabricated. Perfect to give as a gift to anyone going on vacation to the ocean.

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This adjustable desk lamp is made of chromium and enamel. We love its bronze metallic finish, and that it rotates to give you just the right amount of light exactly where you need it. Perfect the professional who has an office with a vintage theme.

This quirky book holds more than 1000 Tim Burton illustrations at 430 pages. We love how it not only includes his art but also anecdotes from his friends and collaborators. Perfect for the Tim Burton fanatic who wants a superbly entertaining coffee table book.

This hilarious book is an entertaining guide to modern etiquette. We love how it gives advice regarding real, contemporary social dilemmas, and does so in a fun, readable way. Great for when you want to avoid any embarrassing situation!

This graphic novel has two batman stories. We love its gorgeous art and how its considered the best batman arc in years. Perfect for the comic lover in the family.

This beautiful book shows the process that goes into your favorite pixar films. We love its lush illustrations and amazing behind the scenes look of just what went into these movies. Perfect for the artist or movie lover who wants a fantastic book on their coffee table.

This gorgeous book shows all the art from the world of Halo. We love how it gives an inside view to the making of the game and how beautiful all of the art is. Perfect for the gamer in the family!

This fascinating book is made to tell of the greatest adventures of women throughout history. We love that it includes women of different statuses in many societies around the world, and many extracts from letters, diaries and other writings have been included to really bring the book to life. Perfect for any woman who is inspired by the strength of others.

A subscription to 12 classic novels, hand-selected by the NYRB editors. We love the classic choices and the colorful collection. Perfect for the bookworm in the family.

This intimate gift is perfect for giving to a loved one. We love the fun and romantic aspect to the Love is Art Kit. Perfect for the artist who's not afraid to get down and dirty.

This interesting book catalogs photographs of 20th century chairs. We dig the artists perspective and think it'll make for an easy converstation starter. Perfect addition to any coffee table.

This book includes the author's signature and note. We love its intricate case and cover illustration. Perfect for the book worm who appreciates a special edition classic!