Overview
Hello, I'm Edward and I'm an editor, aka Ed-the-ed
I'd love to work with you to make your writing better, whether you want developmental advice or a close copy-edit, some verbal flair or a forensic proofread.
For the last nine years I have worked for a large independent non-fiction publisher specializing in visual culture: from art and architecture through fashion and history to design and photography, with a dash of cultural criticism and religion along the way. In format they range from highly designed illustrated volumes to trade paperbacks with mass-market appeal; I work closely with designers and production controllers, so can offer advice on these aspects if you are taking a non-traditional publishing route.
In my own time I read a wide range of narrative writing: mostly literary fiction, thrillers, historical fiction and memoir, with the odd biography. I'm also mad about sport, on the page and pitch alike.
Do get in touch to chat about your project and discuss what I can do for you.
I'd love to work with you to make your writing better, whether you want developmental advice or a close copy-edit, some verbal flair or a forensic proofread.
For the last nine years I have worked for a large independent non-fiction publisher specializing in visual culture: from art and architecture through fashion and history to design and photography, with a dash of cultural criticism and religion along the way. In format they range from highly designed illustrated volumes to trade paperbacks with mass-market appeal; I work closely with designers and production controllers, so can offer advice on these aspects if you are taking a non-traditional publishing route.
In my own time I read a wide range of narrative writing: mostly literary fiction, thrillers, historical fiction and memoir, with the odd biography. I'm also mad about sport, on the page and pitch alike.
Do get in touch to chat about your project and discuss what I can do for you.
Services
Non-Fiction
Art
History
Photography
Sports & Outdoors
Travel
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Literary Fiction
Short Story
Languages
English (UK)
English (US)
Certifications
- English Literature BA (Hons), MA
Work experience
Thames & Hudson
Oct, 2010 —
Present
Over ten years I have worked my way up from intern to editor, managing a variety of books across the visual arts - fashion, art, architecture, photography and more – plus cultural criticism, history and biography. I am currently list manager for the trade paperback programme.
Portfolio
The definitive story of the tailors, customers, and clothes of Savile Row, the international destination and renowned epicenter of gentlemen’s styleThe skilled tailors of Savile Row in London have dressed kings, movie stars, rock legends, billionaires, and eve... read more
"In the first complete chronological narrative of the species from emergence to extinction...archaeologist Dimitra Papagianni and science historian Michael Morse have shaped a gem." ―Nature In recent years, the common perception of the Neanderthals has been tr... read more
Munich Art Hoard
“A breathtaking social portrait, peeling the glitter from privileged lives even as it fleshes out the spectacle they created.” ―The Washington Post Commissioned in 1750, the Palazzo Venier was planned as a testimony to the power and wealth of a great Venetian ... read more
A highly readable account that disentangles the complex threads of the history of Scotland from its beginnings to the present.Bringing the story of Scotland up to date, this revised fifth edition of Fitzroy Maclean’s classic work includes additional chapters b... read more
Like every era, the Renaissance brims with stories. In this book, Robert Davis and Beth Lindsmith highlight dozens of notable lives from between 1400 and 1600. They bring to life wily politicians, eccentric scientists, fiery rebels and stolid reactionaries, as... read more
‘Kemp is a natural storyteller… This book leads you on a journey through the life, work and legacy of one of history’s most intriguing figures.’ The TimesIn an engaging personal narrative interwoven with historical research, Martin Kemp discusses a life spent ... read more
Now available in paperback, this concise history tells India’s unfolding story, from the ancient Hindu dynasties to the coming of Islam, from the Mughal Empire to the present day.Throughout its long history, India has signified many things. To pilgrims from an... read more
In a new compact edition, a luxurious celebration of the elegant craftsmanship behind the timeless French men’s fashion and lifestyle labels. Home of haute couture and the world’s leading fashion houses, Paris and its inhabitants represent sophistication and r... read more
An homage to the beauty of two wheels, Cyclepedia is a celebration of the best bicycles designed over the past century.Cyclepedia is a photographic homage to the beauty of two wheels as well as a celebration of the fastest, lightest, and most innovative bicycl... read more
An imaginative collection of drawings for dog lovers who love design, design lovers who love dogs At first glance, a Welsh corgi may not seem to have a lot in common with an Arne Jacobsen Grand Prix chair. It takes a creative eye, such as Cristina Amodeo’s, an... read more
An in-depth photographic study of the ascetic holy men of India• Includes more than 100 striking color photographs of Sadhus, their extreme austerities, and their holy festivals, including the Kumbha Mela• Examines the practices and beliefs of Sadhus from seve... read more
Vividly describing the great performers and performances of the past as well as exploring the contemporary dance world, this revised and extended edition is a comprehensive study of dance.Dance’s extraordinary range extends from classical ballet and baroque co... read more
Excellent Book
“A standard reference for anyone interested in the history of style and clothes.” ―Arts and AntiquesFrom the momentous invention of the needle some 40,000 years ago to the development of blue denim, this classic guide covers the landmarks of costume history, t... read more
“A clear and accurate history of . . . a continuous development of enormous consequence to the most adventurous twentieth-century art."―Robert Rosenblum This pioneering book has now been expanded with a new chapter that brings it into the second decade of the ... read more
A sumptuous survey of silver and other precious objects originating over several centuries in the Middle East and Mediterranean, from the prestigious al-Sabah Collection The al-Sabah Collection, Kuwait, houses one of the world's most spectacular collections of... read more
Featuring new patterns with detailed explanatory texts, this revised edition is an inspirational guide for craftspeople and artists alike.The marvels of Islamic patterns―the most recognizable visual expression of Islamic art and architecture―are not just a bea... read more
A new, compact edition of Sean Scully’s photographs, featuring horizontal and vertical shards of limestone that echo his painted work and reveal a creative process best expressed through abstract shapes.Sean Scully, one of today’s most esteemed painters and an... read more
An essential new history of ancient Ireland and the Irish, written as an engrossing detective storyAbout eighty million people today can trace their descent back to the occupants of Ireland. But where did the occupants of the island themselves come from and wh... read more
Weaves ancient myth into modern celebrity and consumerist culture to expose the absurdity and occasional insanity of twenty-first-century society, economy, and politicsDespite a proclaimed respect for scientific reason, humans are still as intrigued by myth as... read more
