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John Walsh

    Escape from New York: The Official Story of the Film
    Flash Gordon: The Official Story of the Film
    Conan the Barbarian: The Official Story of the Film
    The Wicker Man: The Official Story of the Film
    The Third Man: The Official Story of the Film
    New York 1997
    • Celebrating the 75th anniversary of a cinematic classic, this illustrated retrospective delves into the making of an iconic film noir. It highlights the collaboration of key figures like director Carol Reed, writer Graham Greene, and stars Joseph Cotten and Orson Welles. The book explores the film's memorable Viennese settings, its legal battles over production, and its enduring impact on modern cinema, featuring unpublished photos and interviews that reveal the mystery behind the "Third Man." A must-have for film enthusiasts.

      The Third Man: The Official Story of the Film
      5,0
    • The definitive guide to the making of the landmark horror movie The Wicker Man, lavishly illustrated and packed with insights into this classic chiller.

      The Wicker Man: The Official Story of the Film
      4,6
    • Official retrospective hardback book telling the story of the making of Conan The Barbarian, including interviews with cast and crew and featuring behind- the-scenes photography from the shoot.

      Conan the Barbarian: The Official Story of the Film
      4,4
    • Auckland Architecture: A Walking Guide

      • 176pages
      • 7 heures de lecture

      Explore Auckland's architectural landscape through the insights of an expert. This updated pocket guide features a self-guided walking tour of 65 notable buildings, spanning from the Victorian era to contemporary designs, enhanced by the collaboration of architecture writer John Walsh and photographer Patrick Reynolds. With engaging text and clear maps for five routes, it serves as an excellent resource for both locals and tourists looking to appreciate the city's rich architectural heritage.

      Auckland Architecture: A Walking Guide
      4,5
    • Featuring a collection of city walks, this guide highlights Christchurch's blend of historic architecture and contemporary structures that emerged post-earthquake. Authored by John Walsh and photographed by Patrick Reynolds, it serves as an insightful resource for both visitors and locals eager to explore the city's urban landscape. The pocket-sized format makes it convenient for on-the-go exploration, showcasing the resilience and evolution of Christchurch through its architecture.

      Christchurch Architecture: A Walking Guide
      4,0
    • Wellington Architecture

      • 296pages
      • 11 heures de lecture

      The third in the series of popular and handy guides to our urban architecture by the well-known team of writer John Walsh and photographer Patrick Reynolds. It tells the stories of more than 120 significant central-city buildings, and also of the architects who designed them. The buildings are grouped into five self-guided walking routes, each with a map; together these itineraries create a character portrait of New Zealand’s most urbane city. It’s the perfect guide for visitors to Wellington and also for locals who want to know more about their city.

      Wellington Architecture
      4,2