Gift&TradeSpring2026

44 ART ISBN 978-0-7643-7125-7 ISBN: 978-0-7643-7125-7 $50 00, £45 99, 73 00 CAD hardcover • 272 pp • 9" x 12" (229 x 305 mm) 388 color images AVAILABLE MAY 2026 Keepers of a Movement Black Collectors who Preserve Art, Stories, and Legacies That Define Black Life By Myrah Brown Green For centuries, Black artists across the African diaspora have been architects of cultural innovation, resilience, and transformation. Their art, music, literature, and activism have profoundly shaped the world. But behind these celebrated figures stands another equally vital force: the Black collector. These keepers of history and culture play a crucial role in preserving artifacts, stories, and legacies that define Black life. They safeguard rare books, heirlooms, art, and ephemera that might otherwise be lost, ensuring future generations can access these narratives. Keepers of a Movement honors these individuals whose passion and dedication illuminate our heritage and identity. Each collection showcases a unique perspective, offering a deeper understanding of history. Visitors will also hear from collectors about their personal connections to the works featured. More than objects, these collections represent lives, communities, and movements—ensuring that Black voices are heard, remembered, and celebrated for generations to come. ISBN: 978-0-7643-7111-0 $29 99, £2799, 42 99 CAD hardcover • 160 pp • 9 1/8" x 8 1/8" (232 x 207 mm) 160 color images AVAILABLE APRIL 2026 Into the Lost World A Journey into Louisiana’s Bayou Country By Andy Crawford ISBN 978-0-7643-7111-0 Think you know the Louisiana bayou region? Think again. Professional photographer Andy Crawford has spent his life exploring the ethereal swamps of Louisiana and now leads photographic kayak tours through areas largely inaccessible by bike or car. This book takes readers along for the ride. It includes • over 150 color photos depicting the plants, wildlife, and structures Andy has encountered in the bayou region; • stories and facts about the trees, animals, and inner world of the swamps, illustrating the importance of wildlife management and conservation; and • a map with starred locations representing the areas covered in the book. Whether you’re an enthusiastic traveler or a photography lover or want to learn more about a remote and mysterious region, this lush photographic journey will make you fall in love with all the treasures the Louisiana bayous hold. Andy Crawford is a professional photographer and trained journalist who has worked in the outdoor industry for 30+ years. He has spent his whole life in the bayous and now leads photographic tours on kayak for select groups. Andycrawfordphotos.com Dr. Myrah Brown Green is an art historian, author, arts consultant and coach, lecturer, and independent curator. Dr. Myrah has published and is included in multiple publications. Her award-winning book Brooklyn on My Mind: Black Artists from the WPA to the Present was released in November 2018. Dr. Myrah resides in New York City.