In this comprehensive account of the culture and history of Central Asia, Edgar Knobloch describes the main centres of our human civilization. He spices the text with quotations from the works of cont
One man's journey in the footsteps of a great explorer into the heart of AfricaAs a young man, Warwick Cairns met the then elderly explorer Wilfred Thesiger and the two men struck up an unlikely frien
Now available in paperback, from Gourmand World Cookbook?winning chef Denis Cotter comes?a collection of superb vegetarian recipes and evocative tales?Whether creating a restaurant masterpiece or fora
A collection of terrifyingly wicked fairytales and poems from the Times' Talent to Watch, Laura Dockrill?Between the covers of this book lie worlds where all is not as it seems, stories familiar and y
How do you find the best university for the subject you wish to study? You need a guide that evaluates the quality of what is available, giving facts, figures and comparative assessments of universiti
Superb war novelist, Iain Gale, moves into the twentieth century and World War Two, telling the story of the eleven days that would change the course of history.There are some battles that change the
Perfect for cricket fans everywhere, Thanks Johnners is a warm and witty tribute to Brian Johnston and his time at the helm of Test Match Special.The Test Match Special on-air incident, in which Jonat
Earlier this year John Suchet revealed that his beautiful 67-year-old wife Bonnie, the love of his life, is suffering from Dementia. During the past three years he has gone from lover to carer?and he
A magical story of family, redemption, and ghosts, set in Malta and told with sensual, evocative prose?Nina, her son Christopher in tow, flies to Malta for one?last?attempt to make peace?with her agin
Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of "Bumble," the legendary SkySports cricket commentator who's one ball short of an over and delivers madcap moments galore in this ebullient, endearing and hi
A brand new range of practical little walk guides endorsed by the Ramblers. All the walks are?five miles or under in length and can easily be completed in less that 3 hours.?Twenty walks are included
A brand new range of practical little walk guides endorsed by the Ramblers. All the walks are?five miles or under in length and can easily be completed in less that 3 hours.?Twenty walks are included
The start of a brand new WWII series from Iain Gale, author of Alamein.A masterly portrayal of World War Two heroism, with vivid action and stirring personal journeys.A small team of soldiers, left be
London Belles is a tale of four very different young women thrown together by war. Finding freedom and independence – as well as love, passion and heartbreak – for the very first time, a unique bond i
Puzzlers?ready to live dangerously and push beyond their mental comfort zone should steel themselves for the second book in The Times' toughest Killer series yetSu doku fanatics?should?prepare themsel
The story of one amazing woman's crusade to help abandoned horses and disadvantaged children which changed their lives forever. Once much loved and cherished racehorses are often abandoned to a life o
• Collins Spanish School Dictionary is specially designed for school students, and is ideal in the classroom, at home and during exams. • It contains all the words and phrases students will need, wi
A collection of unique and heart-warming stories from the life of an RSPCA rescue worker. Jane Summers shows us the full and wondrous lives of those animals neglected and forgotten by writing about he
The powerful third novel in the series is full of dramatic battles by land and sea, led by tremendous characters on both sides?The young Greek captain Atticus?is now a commander of the growing Roman n
The new Logan McRae novel set in gritty Aberdeen from the author of Cold Granite and Blind EyeRichard Knox has served his time, so why shouldn't he be allowed to live wherever he wants? Yes, in the pa
Give your memory a workout, stimulate your brain, and hone your general knowledge with 80 definition-only puzzles?Covering a wide range of topics from geography?and literature to?history and culture,
Reviewing?its subject?on a crop-by-crop basis with particular reference to insects and mites, this guide?covers?a wide range of?pests,?detailing host crops, key pests,?and the most interesting?types i
Alice Keiver is a sensitive girl, growing up in one of the roughest parts of North London. As the daughter of an alcoholic mother, and niece of an abusive uncle, she dreams that one day she and her ba
A second collection of incredible and heart-warming canine stories from around the world, from the bestselling author of The Dog That Saved My Life. Animals have accompanied man into battle since war
They said it couldn't be done. But Anne Wafula achieved many remarkable things in her life. This is her incredible story.Struck down with polio at the age of two and a half, Anne overcame the prejudic
The African state of Zimbala has a new leader, but someone wants him dead – and the only man who knows details of the hit is being hunted by UNACO’s top agent on an illegal mission of personal vengean
The discovery of an arms cache bound for the IRA leads two agents to a terrifying cartel of arms dealers, the Mafia and international power-brokers all hellbent on destabilising the West. When the mis
This guide covers the Norfolk Broads inland waterways, including all sections of the Yare, Bure, and Waveney rivers. Concise and practical, this convenient A5 guide features a ?book mark” back cover f
In this?brand new range of practical little walk guides endorsed by the Ramblers, all?featured?routes are 5 miles or under in length and can easily be completed in less than 3 hours, making each one p
Produced in association with the Ramblers, this walking guide covers the beautiful Isle of Skye and combines detailed route descriptions with information on the local history and wildlife. This famous
In all of the most common travel situations,?nonnatives need the reassurance that?they can communicate with ease. A reliable, portable, and easy-to-use phrasebook is a travel essential, and this compl
Acclaimed food writer Rose Prince's guidance on making the most of local availability and seasonality, keeping a well-stocked store cupboard, growing staples such as herbs, and peppering our diet with
This?volume of hymns?was developed by Ira D. Sankey as a resource for his concerts and revival meetings in the late 19th century. It features?a wide selection of hymns and songs on many different t
A copiously illustrated guide to the monarchs of the British Isles and Ireland from pre-Saxon times to the present, this book is divided into five sections, complete with concise genealogical charts a
Maya, her mother Nalini, and her brother Satchin have left a carefree life in India to come to England. But when Maya's father disappears, leaving only deceit and debt behind, they are left to fend fo
Over the last 150 years, most of the tributaries of the Thames have been buried under concrete and brick. Now Tim Bradford takes us on a series of walks along the routes of these forgotten rivers and
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