Remembering Ken Regan

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2012 has come to a close and upon reflecting on the many wonderful moments we had to share as a company, we couldn't discuss the year's events without mentioning Ken Regan and what a great loss we experienced with his death in late November.

We first worked with Regan on his 2007 book, Knockout: The Art of Boxing where he showcased photos of Muhammad Ali, Evander Holyfield, Mike Tyson, George Foreman, Joe Frazier, Oscar de la Hoya and many more, both in and out of the ring.

In 2011, we released All Access: The Rock 'n' Roll Photography of Ken Regan. Over 300 pages and nearly 5 pounds, it really is the ultimate coffee table book for music lovers.

Ken was there to witness it all. His photos will walk you through music history, and some pretty amazing moments in sports, dating back to the 60s.

Photography has changed since Ken first started out, but he will be missed by many. We are honored to have published his art and memories with fans who, no doubt, will continue to share Ken's work with future generations.

eBooks available from Insight Editions

Did Santa leave you a copy of your favorite book under the tree or a gift card in your stocking?

If you have money to spend, or a gift certificate to redeem at your favorite online bookstore, why not pick up an eBook or two?

Here are just a few titles Insight Editions has available in digital form for your reading pleasure.

Slash: An Intimate Portrait Photography by Robert Knight Text by Richard Bienstock Download the iBook Purchase the Hardcover Edition  America's Team: The Authorized History of the Dallas Cowboys by Jeff Sullivan Foreword by Jerry Jones Download the iBook Purchase the Hardcover Edition One on One: Rolling Stones Photography by Gered Mankowitz Text by Sean Egan Download the iBook Purchase the Paperback Edition

Goodnight Husband, Goodnight Wife by Justin Stangel and Eric Stangel Illustrations by Adam J. Raiti Download the iBook Purchase the Hardcover Edition Clint Eastwood: Icon The Essential Film Art Collection by David Frangioni Download the iBook Purchase the Hardcover Edition I've Never Met an Idiot on the River: Reflections on Family, Photography, and Fly-Fishing by Henry Winkler Download the iBook Download the Kindle Version Purchase the Hardcover Edition

Barbarians: A Handbook for Aspiring Savages by Dr. Byron Clavicle and Grute Skullbasher Illustrations by Joshua Kemble Download the iBook Purchase the Hardcover Edition Mail-Order Mysteries: Real Stuff from Old Comic Book Ads by Kirk Demarais Download the iBook Purchase the Hardcover Edition Inception:  The Shooting Script by Christopher Nolan Download the iBook   Download the Kindle Version    Purchase the Paperback Edition

Also available from iTunes: Whitney Houston: The Voice, the Music, the Inspiration and Batmobile: The Complete History.

Today in Music History - Jimi Hendrix celebrates his birthday with The Rolling Stones

Today in music history - (November 27, 1969) Jimi Hendrix celebrates his birthday at The Rolling Stones concert at Madison Square Garden in New York. 

Eddie Kramer was there to capture this photo of Jimi and Mick backstage and we're thrilled to have this image included in our book Rolling Stones 50x20, celebrating the fifty-year career of this legendary rock band.

Jimi Hendrix can be found in many of our photography books featuring legendary musicians, such as The Experience (photos by Gered Mankowitz), Rock Gods (photos by Robert M. Knight) and All Access (photos by Ken Regan).

More images of The Rolling Stones can be seen in Gered Mankowitz' latest collection, One on One: Rolling Stones.

Holiday Gift Guide

We’ve got you covered. Whether you’re shopping for your significant other, who enjoys video games, football, and films, or your mom, who likes crafts, cooking, and comedy, Insight Editions has books in our catalog for everyone on your holiday gift list, including that one person who is always the most difficult to shop for.

House of Cash: The Legacies of My Father, Johnny Cash by John Carter Cash Hardcover $39.95 House of Cash provides an unprecedented look at the life and inspirations of the Man in Black, by none other than his namesake son, John Carter Cash. Buy Now Shop for more books featuring legendary icons.   Rolling Stones 50x20 Edited by Chris Murray Foreword by Richard Harrington Hardcover $34.99 The World's Greatest Rock 'n' Roll Band is celebrated here with images by twenty of the world's greatest music photographers. Buy Now  Discover more books from our Photography collection. Christmas with the First Ladies by Coleen Christian Burke Foreword by Deborah Norville Hardcover $29.95 No home in America celebrates Christmas quite like the White House. Buy Now Shop for more History books. San Francisco Giants: 50 Years by Brian Murphy Foreword by Danny Glover Afterword by Willie Mayes Hardcover $50.00 Follow the Giants from their early days at Seals Stadium to Candlestick Park to latest decade led by Barry Bonds. Buy Now Check out our other Sports books.

The Godfather: The Official Motion Picture Archives   by Peter Cowie Hardcover $45.00 Containing many previously unseen behind-the-scene images from the Paramount Archives. Buy Now Shop for more titles from our Film & Animation category. Slash: An Intimate Portrait Written by Richard Beinstock Photography by Robert Knight Foreword by Ronnie Wood Hardcover $29.99 This comprehensive collection features more than twenty years' worth of previously unpublished photographs of guitar legend Slash. Buy the Hardcover Edition Now Download the iBook Shop for more books in our Music section. Sculpting a Galaxy: Inside the Star Wars Model Shop Collector's Edition by Lorne Peterson Preface by George Lucas Foreword by Rick McCallum Afterword by Phil Tippit Hardcover with clamshell $425.00 Includes resin replica of Luke's landspeeder and the Death Star, a special edition documentary DVD, a separate book on digital modeling, a signed and numbered certificate of authenticity. Buy Now Check out the rest of our Collector's Editions. Harry Potter: A Sticker Collection Paperback $12.99 More than 400 unique stickers from the Harry Potter film series! Buy Now   Discover more books from the Harry Potter franchise.

Goodnight Husband, Goodnight Wife by Eric Stangel and Justin Stangel Hardcover $16.99 A humorous parody of a children's literature classic, familiar to generations of married couples. Buy the Hardcover Edition Now Download the iBook Shop for more titles in our Gift & Humor section. The Kiss: A Celebration Hardcover $14.99 Culled from history, cinema, and popular media, this collection evokes passion, romance, intrigue, and desire. Buy Now Find more Gift Books. Real Love: The Drawings for Sean by John Lennon Introduction by Yoko Ono Hardcover $16.95 John Lennon was many things to many people, but to his son Sean, he was Daddy, a role he approached with humor, affection, and creativity. Buy Now Shop for more Art Books. The Wizard of Oz: With Three-Dimensional Pop-Up Scenes from the story by L. Frank Baum Illustrated by Nicola L. Robinson Hardcover $22.99 It's difficult to put a new spin on a classic, but that is exactly what has been done in this edition. Buy Now Shop for more Children's Books.

Get 40% off on all books from the Insight Editions' website when you enter promo code GIFT2012 at checkout. Promotion ends 12/31/2012.

Big Announcement from the Rolling Stones

Surely, you must have known this was coming! The Rolling Stones have just announced their 50th anniversary tour taking place in November and December of 2012.


 

Join us in celebrating 50 years with The Rolling Stones by picking up a copy of one of our new books covering the entire history of this legendary band. 

One on One:Rolling Stones

Rolling Stones 50x20

Listen to our Rolling Stones Spotify playlist and let us know, in the comments below, which songs we need to add.

Celebrate Aviation History with Peter McMillan

In 1919, the Vickers Vimy WWI bomber achieved two aviation milestones: the first non-stop crossing of the Atlantic Ocean and the first flight from England to Australia, essentially proving the viability of long-distance air travel.

Seventy-five years later, a group of aviation enthusiasts restored a vintage Vickers Vimy and duplicated the pioneering efforts to remind the world of the courageous heroes and their daring achievements.

The new team duplicated the original as closely as possible, from the hand-sewn cotton fabric on its wings to its steel bracing wires made in the same factory as the original. But the spirited group found their own challenges in re-creating these voyages and faced struggles of weather, exhaustion, and even engine breakdown. Their personal logs and stories are told here, complete with cockpit-view photos along the way.

Now, fans of history and aviation can meet author Peter McMillan and learn more about these historic flights at his book signing and presentation November 4, 2012 at the Hiller Aviation Museum in San Carlos, California.

Vimy: The Vimy Expeditions
by Peter McMillan
Hardcover
256 pages
$75.00

This Day in Music History (1964)

Aug 19, 1964: The Beatles kick off first U.S. tour at San Francisco's Cow Palace

When the Beatles first landed in the U.S. before their first appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show, photographer Ken Regan was there to capture the moment. Later that same year, in August of 1964, Regan was there again as the Beatles took to the stage for their first U.S. concert.

In his own words, and an excerpt from his book, "All Access: The Rock 'N' Roll Photography of Ken Regan," he noted his surprise when he realized who the man was he was about to photograph:

When The Beatles returned to America in August, 1965, for their second tour and played the Sullivan show again, I got one of my favorites. Walking the aisles, one audience member caught my eye: an older man sitting with his fingers plugged in his ears to mute the high-pitched squeals. As I moved in for this terrific shot, I got a closer look and realized I was photographing the legendary composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein.

Leonard Bernstein and his family take in the concert, August 1965 (photo by Ken Regan)

To see more of Ken Regan's class photographs featuring The Rolling Stones, Elvis Presley, Madonna, Bruce Springsteen and more, pick up a copy of his photography collection that GQ described as "an exhaustive, gorgeously composed inside look at some of rock 'n' roll's most famous and famously private artists in intimate and outrageous settings."

A sample from David Burnett's Photo Library

David Burnett, the co-founder of Contact Press Images in New York, has produced dozens of photographic essays for TIME, Life, Fortune, the New Yorker, and the New York Times Sunday Magazine. Burnett divides his time between New York City and Washington, DC.

Here's a wonderful video featuring a sample of David's photo library featuring historical moments from the 20th Century, including US Presidents, Olympic events and legends, such as Bob Marley.

National Inventors Month

What's the first thing you think of when hearing the word "invention?" Most people think of electricity, or other important things that we cannot imagine living without. But what about the Ice-Cream Cone, or  Bubble Wrap? Can you imagine what life would be like without Post-Its or Velcro?

These, and other "Accidental Inventions" are shared with vivid images and fun stories from author Birgit Krols in a small little gallery of items from pop culture, foods, gadgets, toys and tools that we now consider indispensable.

Birgit Krols is a former film journalist who earned her living interviewing international movie stars before becoming editor-in-chief of a city lifestyle magazine. The author of several books, Krols lives in Antwerp, Belgium.

New uniforms for the Dallas Cowboys

Yesterday, Nike released photos of the new NFL uniforms for the Dallas Cowboys. We've shared several of these on our Dallas Cowboys Pinterest board and would love to know what you think! If you're a Cowboys fan, you'll want to bookmark this page for Father's Day and make sure you share this with other fans who might want to pick up a copy of America's Team before football season begins in September. 

images from America's Team: The Official History of the Dallas Cowboys

It's really just a few months away but we know you'll need something to keep you busy until then.

Memorable Moments in Los Angeles Angels' History

25 Angels' Memorable Moments

If you're an Angels' fan and history buff, you'll recognize many of the highlights below that call out the great players and moments that stand out among the Los Angeles Angels timeline.

A more complete visual timeline can be found inside Under the Halo: The Official History of Angels Baseball by Pete Donovan.

• May 5, 1962 - Bo Belinksy Tosses First No-Hitter in Angels History
• 1964 - Dean Chance's Cy Young Season
• 1966-1993: Nolan Ryan by the (Amazing) Numbers
• July 3, 1970 - Clyde Wright's No-Hitter
• October 1, 1970 - Alex Johnson Wins AL Batting Title
• April 6, 1973 - Frank Robinson's Debut
• 1979 - Don Baylor's MVP Season
• September 25, 1979 - Autry Has Another Champion
• June 26-27,  July 9-11, 1982 - Six Big Wins
• July 6, 1983 - Lynn Hits Historic Grand Slam in All-Star Game
• 1986 - Wally World
• August 29, 1986 - The Great Comeback
• April 11, 1990 - Langston, Witt Combine for No-Hitter
• 1993 - Tim Salmon: Rookie of the Year
• June 10, 1997 - Jim Edmons: "The Catch" 
• July 29, 1997 - Chuck Finley Becomes Angels' All-Time Leader in Wins
• May 15, 2003 - Arte Moreno Becomes New Angels Owner
• July 14-15, 2003 - Garret Anderson Shines as an All-Star
• June 2, 2004 - Vladdy's Big Night
• October 2, 2004 - Angels Rally for AL West Crown
• 1995 - 2004: Percival Sets Club Saves Record
• November 8, 2005 - Colon Wins the Cy Young
• June 18, 2007 - Figgins Collects Six Hits
• September 13, 2008 - K-Rod Becomes Single-Season Saves Leader
• August 18, 2009 - Nine For Nine

Everyone who has been associated with the franchise over the years has worked hard to build an organization of which our fans can be proud, and I think this book depicts the level of pride everyone within the organization feels for Angels baseball.  —Mike Scioscia, Angels Manager

Under the Halo: The Official History of Angels Baseball
(Insight Editions, 2012)

Through first person accounts by Anels past and present, Under the Halo brings fans into the dugout with an all-star roster, including Garrett Anderson, Bert Blyleven, Rod Carew, Dean Chance, Chuck Finley, Nolan Ryan and many, many more!

Accidental Inventions

It's hard to imagine a world without Coca-Cola, Post-its, or Velcro, but have you ever stopped to wonder how and when these items came to be? Accidental Inventions reveals the fascinating stories behind the toys, foods, gadgets, and tools we now consider indispensable. From peanut butter to penicillin, roller skates to radioactivity, dozens of essential inventions are spotlighted.

Fully illustrated with over 240 photos, Accidental Inventions traces the path from inception to "ah ha!" for more than 60 products, and introduces the cast of clever, hardworking inventors behind them. Engaging narrative and colorful design make these stories accessible to readers of all ages, illuminating the happy collision of accident and inspiration that would profoundly change our lives.

Accidental Inventions: The Chance Discoveries that Changed our Lives

America’s incredible success is primarily due to the dreams and inventions of its many citizens. Few people realize however, that from the time the U.S. Patent Office was formed by Thomas Jefferson in 1790 and throughout the industrial revolution, inventors were required to submit a working, scale model of their invention when applying for a patent. The Rothschild Collection is the world’s largest gathering of viewable U.S. Patent Models.

The Curious World of Patent Models exhibit will include a variety of Patent Models that children and adults alike will enjoy: household, agricultural, medical, toys, musical instruments, tools and more. Here is the list of the traveling exhibit dates and venues through 2013.

International Women's Day

It's a great day to be a woman as International Women's Day celebrates moms, sisters, daughters, female athletes, artists, actresses and women of all walks of life.

We have a great list of female names and faces among our publications, whether she's the subject of the book or the author. 

Celebrate in style with these books by or for women everywhere:

Charmed by Audrey

The World's Best Advice From the World's Wisest Women
written by BJ Gallegher

Dressing a Galaxy: The Costumes of Star Wars
written by Trisha Biggar

Accidental Inventions

written by Birgit Krols

The Titanic Notebook
written by Claire Hawcock

Charles Dickens
written by Lucinda Dickens Hawksley

Jerry Garcia
written by April Higashi

Christmas with the First Ladies
written by Coleen Christian Burke

The Art of Madagascar 3
by Barbara Robertson

The Dickens Bicentenary

Charles Dickens was an intriguing personality. He was a man far ahead of his time, a Victorian whose ideals and outlook on life were better suited to the modern world. With beautiful photographs and artworks, and many never before seen facsimile documents from Dickens's own archives, Charles Dickens brings to life this extraordinary and complex man, whose name remains internationally revered and whose work continues to inspire us today.

Charles Dickens is the definitive interactive illustrated guide to the man and his works. Produced in association with the Charles Dickens Museum, London, it follows Dickens from early childhood, including his time spent as a child labourer, and looks at how he became the greatest celebrity of his age, and how he still remains one of Britain's most renowned literary figures, even in the twenty-first century. It is an intimate look at what he was like as a husband, father, friend and employer; at his longing to be an actor, his travels across North America, his year spent living in Italy and his great love of France. It introduces Dickens's fascinating family and his astonishing circle of friends, and we discover when and how life and real-life personalities were imitated in his art.


Charles Dickens: The Dickens Bicentenary 1812 - 2012
by Lucinda Dickens Hawksley with The Charles Dickens Museum
Hardcover | $39.99 | 124 pages

Lucinda Dickens Hawksley is the great-great-great granddaughter of Charles Dickens and a patron of the Charles Dickens Museum in London. She has written more than 20 books, including Lizzie Siddal, The Tragedy of a Pre-Raphaelite Supermodel (2004) and Katey, The Life and Loves of Dickens's Artist Daughter (2006). A lecturer as well as a writer, Lucinda is an expert in Dickens' family life and has been awarded a fellowship to study the life of Augustus Dickens (Charles's brother and the original "Boz") at the Newberry Library in Chicago.