The long-awaited reissue of the autobiography of Peter Rice, acclaimed as one of the greatest structural engineers of the twentieth century. An Engineer Imagines gives a rare glimpse into the mind and
Wherever you are, whatever the company, proper English will always stand you in good stead. However, the world's most important language does have a number of difficult areas and pitfalls for the unwa
Take a fantastic journey through the human body, thanks to the magic of technology and the most spectacular microscopic images ever created. These pictures, as beautiful as any art, provide a window i
Today, textile artists want to stitch together a community as well as a project. Cas Holmes and Anne Kelly, who formed their own productive partnership, explain the art of creative collaboration, in s
First published in 1935, this classic snapshot of London in the years before the Second World War glows with its Austrian author's affection for British life and customs yet also abounds with critical
A new edition of a classic title from the Batsford fashion list. With close to 1000 different fashion details, this is the ultimate resource for fashion designers. This new updated and expanded editio
A beautifully lyrical look at the glories of British landscapes and wildlife, written by the Guardian's nature writer Paul Evans. Even if you never get closer to nature than a small urban green
An engaging and witty puzzle book for science fans all over the world. The Astounding Science Puzzle Book features a series of mini quizzes of 5-10 questions on quirky topics, including 'Five question
Since the announcement from Kensington Palace that Harry and Meghan had chosen St George's Chapel on 19 May, 2018 as their wedding venue, the world has been gripped by wedding fever. Pitkin is delight
Beat the odds and win the game, with the help of renowned chess writer Andrew Soltis. Can the lesser player win? Chess history says yes—David CAN beat Goliath. Even international grandmasters have lo
Her Ladyship has unmatched manners. In fact, her etiquette is fit for the Queen! Let her guide you through every situation, formal and everyday, with tongue-in-cheek yet practical advice on proper beh
A highly entertaining read for anyone with even a passing interest in London's history. This myth-busting book takes you on a great ride through history and the city's character. Think that the tower
Author Ruth Issett is one of the world's leading colourist in textile art today. Her stunning colour combinations defy colour rules and she shows you how to experiment with techniques to get the very
From visual studies and fashion expert Marnie Fogg comes a beautiful illustrated book on the wonderful domestic art of the tea towel. Invented in the 19th century, the tea towel has become a form
Matt Brown goes where no one has gone before to bring us an entertaining compendium of amazing facts about our planet, the universe, and everything in between! Think that the vacuum of space woul
The ability to engage and entertain your companions always stands you in good stead—but many people feel nervous with strangers or fear that they lack the skills to put others at ease. Fortunately, He
London is open for business (and fun!) 24/7—especially now that the underground is running nonstop. Organized by the hours of the day, this insider's guide gives you the scoop on the most fascinating,
Sew the hottest trend in fashion! Designers use the bias cut to get greater stretch in the diagonal so the fabric will hang gracefully and have more beautiful lines. This classic text covers a variety
A lavishly illustrated celebration of 366 birds from around the world The beauty and fascination of birds is unrivalled on planet Earth. A Bird A Day offers an insight into their world every day of th
A beautiful companion volume to A Nature Poem for Every Day of the Year A daily fix of the natural world is the perfect comfort and distraction from the cares of everyday life. This sumptuous volume o
A back-to-basics guide on coding for absolute beginners, whether adults or children - no prior experience required! Coding is set to change the way we work and the skills we will need in the future. F
A nature poem for every day of the year, progressing through the months and seasons. Each poem is chosen to chime with the natural world at that time of year, reminding us to connect to the natural wo
Do things in style, with this essential advice from a real British butler to the rich and famous! Which fork should you use? How do you open a bottle of champagne? Let an English butler with more tha
The stresses of the digital world mean that it's now more important than ever to engage with the natural world. And no matter where you are, looking up at the clouds is good for the soul. The sky is t
An illustrated introduction to an increasingly popular art form. The art of paper marbling is having a revival. Contemporary paper artist and author Lucy McGrath specializes in paper marbling and sh
Quilters yearning to extend their creativity and take their work to a higher level will find exactly what they’re looking for in this refreshing guide. With more than 200 illustrations, plus the autho
A guide to transforming found and cherished textilesTextile artist Mandy Pattullo shows how to source, refashion and repurpose vintage textiles to create beautiful collages and other unique textile ob
With digital technologies, anyone with a basic knowledge of both fashion design and computing can create 3D images—still and animated—that realistically capture how fabrics will look and clothing will
Bethan Ash's rich, colourful quilts are created using improvisational collage techniques. Working instinctively, she simply layers fabric shapes onto a prepared background and fuses them down, then
An exploration of traditional Koran textile art techniques. Bojagi, sometimes called Pojagi, is a traditional Korean textile art. Centuries old, it was originally textiles made for every day living
Get fashionable with felt! Crafters and fashionistas alike will go wild for this inspiration-packed book about making beautiful clothes from felt. Offering a breathtaking array of techniques, acc
Shirley Trevena is a well-known and successful watercolourist, with a huge international fan base. Throughout her career she has pushed the boundaries of watercolour and is regarded as one of Britain'
Another in the bestselling '52 Great...Tips' series, this time on the perennially popular backgammon, which is having a resurgence with players online, in clubs up and down the country and at home. Tw
Add a unique touch to your clothes with this inspirational guide to couture embroidery and embellishment, written by Jessica Pile, the Production Director at Hand & Lock.Whether you’re interested
Discover professional techniques for making the most of color in your art. Take your use of color to a new level with the help of award-winning artists and tutors, Meriel Thurstan and Rosie Martin. In
