A remarkable and eccentric insight into the south east of England in the pre-war period. Richard Wyndham's 'last look round' was a tour taken immediately before the Second World War in 1939 and was
A highly entertaining read for anyone interested in English history and culture, this great myth-busting book takes you on a great ride through history and the national character. Think we're the land
A beautifully illustrated anthology of poetry celebrating babies, children and childhood - from the magical times and memories of childhood, through to the unconditional love a parent has for a child.
100 Speeches that Roused the World tells the stories behind the most inspiring, rousing and memorable speeches, from ancient Greece to the present day. A concise introduction and analysis of each spee
In this cookbook, the National Trust serves up a hot soothing bowl of all your favourite comfort foods, inspired by the recipes from their cafes, which make the best of our delicious British seasonal
About one in five of the population are intolerant to the food that they eat. Most have sensitivities to a range of different foods making preparing food a nightmare and sitting down to a meal can be
This souvenir biography celebrates the life of Prince William, second in line to the British throne. It showcases photographs as a young child, his years at Eton, gap year abroad and his time at the U
Forest is a celebration of the diverse ways in which trees and forests are as magnificent, economically relevant and profoundly enchanting today as they ever have been. Journeying across the contine
In the mid-1930s, three giants of the international Modern movement, Bauhaus professors Walter Gropius, Marcel Breuer and Laszlo Moholy-Nagy, fled Nazi Germany and sought refuge in Hampstead in the mo
Explore the exciting world of feltmaking with designer, teacher, and bestselling author Gillian Harris! From greeting cards and a cheerful polka-dot bag to a whimsical fish mobile and gorgeous shawl
Albuquerque is the newcomer among original cultures, located between ancient pueblos and near Apache and Navajo country. Today the city is known for its sophisticated medical care first
Food can be grown just about anywhere, and lack of space should not put you off growing and enjoying the taste of your own fresh vegetables. This book offers solutions and inspirations for these&
Travel the world to a variety of amazing locations - from jungle to desert to woodland to ocean and see if you can spot the birds that are hiding there. It's harder than you think!The brilliant and hi
This beautifully packaged book celebrates the humble and not so humble shed—from artists' studios to beach huts, My Cool Shed outlines the diverse ways of these small spaces and the unique ways i
In Vancouver Then and Now, archival images have been paired with new photos of the same scenes as they appear today to reveal over a century of dramatic change in this beautiful city.&#
A delightfully Danish guide to whittling for the home, crammed with projects for all ages and abilities. Our interest in the simple but satisfying art of whittling has never been higher. Our Danish-in
The rewards you can reap from exploring this amazing planet are incalculable. Every year, more and more of us are discovering the joy, the excitement, the sheer sense of adventure in ro
Golf's Strangest Rounds is an absorbing collection of bizarre tales from the lengthy annals of the sport’s history. There are stories of tragedy, eccentricity, tactical slip-ups and ones tha
A hilarious gift book to help Remainers cope in the run-up to the fateful Brexit moment. 'So long, farewell, auf Wiedersehen, good nightI hate to go and leave this pretty sightSo long, farewell, auf W
Based on the popular MUNCHIES and VICELAND television series Bong Appetit, this cannabis cookbook features 65 `high'-end recipes for sweet and savoury dishes as well as cocktails to satisfy all your c
A brand new collection of recipes from Anna Del Conte that make vegetables the star of the show. Organised in an A-Z format from asparago to zucchina, Anna presents classic dishes alongside her own pe
The latest release in the Remarkable illustated sports series features Britain's idyllic village cricket grounds. Featuring original photography from all corners of the British Isles. Written by Brian
Charles Rennie Mackintosh was an innovator, and is undoubtedly one of Scotland’s most celebrated architects. His astounding buildings creatively reinterpreted the past and opened the w
The Story of the English Garden is the National Trust's accessible history of the nation's gardens, sumptuously illustrated and artfully curated. From tiny medieval gardens to vast Georgian parks, fro
You can’t keep a good Dad joke down. At the Sunday lunch table, at the pub, at the workplace, dads all over the nation are still churning out the lamest, most pathetic jokes you’ve ever hear
My Cool Bike celebrates a love affair with bikes and bike culture. As the individual stories in the book show, a bike is a way of seeking solitude—a leisurely trip taken at one's own pace, only r
A fascinating and important book, informative, inspiring and a joy to read.' - Claudia Roden 'A book to the pique the curiosity as well as the appetite - a riveting read, full of lovely recipes I can'
Having taken the social media world by storm with his 1-minute, how-to-make recipe videos, Mob Kitchen founder Ben Lebus is revitalising home-cooking with delicious, easy and accessible dishes that ab
The definitive account of the modern art made in St Ives between the 1930s and the 1960s, telling the story of this extraordinary artistic community and its legacy. For twenty-five years the small tow
Discover indigo; one of the most mystical yet widely used dyes in the world. Featuring inspirational images and presented with a luxurious exposed and patterned spine, this book shows you how to grow,
A passionate and personal book about the writer's own love for a controversial architectural style. Whether you love or hate brutalist buildings, this book will explain what it is about them that el
What is your baby telling you? Here are 100 ways to interpret the messages they’re sending to you in body language. From the moment they’re born, babies have an arsenal of “parent-trapping weapo
For years dahlias have been dismissed for being garish, gaudy additions to gardens and arrangements, but when you find the right variety it's hard to think of a better garden plant or more striking cu
This comprehensive book from acclaimed author Sally Butcher looks at salad bowls across the world in 150 recipes. The recipes feature a number of archaic, traditional and staple dishes - as well as mo
Accumulated over many years, the enigmatic collector of this book, "Granny," presents an exquisite selection of post-war goods, advertising, and kitchen ephemera. In Granny’s Cupboard you’ll find a re
A double biography of Virginia Woolf and Vita Sackville-West, their friendship and love affair. Virginia Woolf is one of the world's most famous writers - a leading light of literary modernism and fem
Irresistible vegan food from award-winning vegan street food pioneers, David and Charlotte Bailey of Wholefood Heaven. David and Charlotte Bailey have taken the street market scene by storm with their
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, embarked on a new life when she married William, Duke of Cambridge, in April 2011. She has proved herself more than equal to the demanding life of a member of the Roya
The perfect book for anyone who wants to know the secrets to always looking stylish with minimal effort. Former Fashion Director at Stylist magazine and a contributor to Glamour, Grazia, Harper's Baza
Remarkable Racecourses is a beautifully presented collection of the world’s most striking racecourses. Among the 70-plus racecourses included are Laytown in Ireland (the only race run on a beach under
