The art form of fashion illustration goes back to the beginning of the 20th century and today's exponents are still benefiting from some of the styles, shapes and colours of fashion illustrators from
Since reaching the semi-finals in Masterchef, Stacie Stewart has launched her Beehive Bakery to critical acclaim. Her bakes and cakes have proved enormously popular at festivals and events around the
The truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth about the most ludicrous criminal cases in legal history, now in a hardcover gift format Full of riotous and entertaining stories, this book is pe
How To Win Your Pub Quiz is a glorious celebration of a great British institution ? the pub quiz ? and your 100% guarantee* of ultimate quizzing victory. Written by a self-confessed quizaholic, this f
Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of Yorkshire, or as it is sometimes beautifully referred to, God’s Own County. Though this isn’t the usual side of the county the tourists, travelers, and resi
A guide to gathering edible plants in the wild and using them creatively in many different recipes—jams, jellies, relishes, baking, fruit cordials and liqueurs, and moreSeasonal, local and wild foods—
Everything you wanted to know about drawing and painting . . . in one beautiful volume! The latest in the bestselling Ultimate series reveals all the techniques of the masters in an easy-to-understand
David Curtis is one of the most successful and celebrated artists working in the UK today. His books are bestsellers and in his latest book he discusses and demonstrates his approach to painting outsi
Billy's no kid—he's 80 today. He's enjoying watching the boys at the park knock a soccer ball around and this afternoon he'll be cheering on his team, Chelsea, as he has done all his life. In 1939, Bi
The follow-up to the utterly hilarious Shit London A second warts-and-all tour of London, this book continues to explore the mad world of ill-conceived community "art," pun-based shop names, creepy gr
An adventurous journey through the wonderful world of cocktails, aiming to demystify the concoctions and help readers make their own drinks from whatever they have on hand Already featured in the New
People are more interested than ever before in understanding the inner workings of the City. In this fully revised and updated edition, Lex Van Dam, presenter of BBC2's Million Dollar Traders, gives y
Wacky, weird, and wonderful snapshots of the English language being abused around the world Whether it's unforgivable grammar, bad spelling, or just plain old terrible translations, these 140 photos d
The perfect gift for Anglophiles, this wide-ranging compendium of Englishness features poems, anecdotes, and stories by a wide range of English men and women?A delightful anthology about England and t
Winner of the William Hill Sports Book of The Year AwardA superb book; hilarious, sad, moving and hopeful - The TimesA monumental achievement...it documents every facet of his extraordinary life - The
A collection of 120 fish and shellfish dishes, all made using accessible yet sustainable fish - from salmon and trout to bream and bass to mussels and crayfish. The five chapters are based on cooki
Liverpool Then and Now takes the reader on a journey through a city once considered the 'second city of empire'. So great was the volume of commerce flowing through the port of Liverpool in the ninete
With Good Housekeeping Easy To Make! Everyday Vegetarian you'll never run out of tasty, healthy, meat-free recipes. Whether you're serving up a delicous meal for your family, entertaining friends or m
From the elegant to the funky, the hip to the casual, 50 Knit and Crochet Accessories has it all. Coordinate projects from top designers like Sue Bradley, Carol Meldrum, Katherine Hunt, Clare Garland,
This is the story of RMS Titanic. In this authoritative and highly illustrated guide we explore what was the largest passenger steamship in the world when she set sail on her maiden voyage from Southa
Following the success of The Art of Faery comes this stunning collection, newly in paperback, from top fairy artists like Amy Brown, Linda Ravenscroft, Marc Potts, Josephine Wall, and many more. All m
The beautiful county of Shropshire has seen many changes over the last decades, through the Victorian and Edwardian eras of growth to the effects of the Second World War. Bordered by both England and
Looks at how a city used to run?the old transport systems, former city halls, stores, theaters and cinemas, gas stations and car showrooms, restaurants, and people on the sidewalk?Aspects of lost San
The definitive book of stories from Arthurian legend, featuring the Knights of the Round Table, Wizard Merlin and King Arthur and Queen Guinevere. These fascinating ancient tales are retold by Rosalin
You're It! is an infectiously fun hop, skip, and jump down memory lane: a celebration of the days when you used to get home from school, hop out of your school clothes, skip over to your best friend's
A sumptuous exploration reintroducing the forgotten quince, reviving pears and?plums, and including?many other edible delights, as well as how to grow them?Whether you fantasize about having a whole o
The art form of fashion illustration goes back to the beginning of the 20th century and today's exponents are still benefiting from some of the styles, shapes and colours of fashion illustrators from
Over 100 brilliant car games to keep the kids amused and Mum and Dad sane!Contains classic car games, family favourites and many, many moreEntertaining, fun and brilliantly distracting, it's the perfe
Covers 24 of the most extreme foot races on the planet,?such?as?Pike's Peak Marathon, Transalpine Run, Everest Marathon,?and Antarctica Marathon?Running is an inexpensive, convenient, and increasingly
Porters English Cookery Bible celebrates the rich heritage of English cooking and food, embodying the simple philosophy at the heart of the renowned Porters English Restaurant in London's bustling Co
A gorgeously sumptuous poster featuring the family tree of the Kings and Queens of England - from Egbert 829-839 to our Queen, Elizabeth II. This poster also beautifully showcases the coats of arms of
What's the best massage for you? Do you just want a quick, relaxing massage, or do you have a specific condition, and need to know which massage therapy will heal it most effectively? Whatever you're
Featuring more than 200 rare and never-before-seen images, this is a fascinating insight into the private lives of the world’s biggest band. Painstakingly collected and organized, the photos include s
Sailing is becoming more and more extreme, as technological advancements mean that vessels are getting faster, while sailors are better equipped than ever to conquer the elements and explore uncharted
"The success of a recipe does not depend on a religious devotion to instructions; it springs from the heart and requires enthusiasm and a genuine love of food." Anna Venturi has both in abundance.?Her
The age-old struggle to produce year-round entertainment has produce a host of unbelievably silly sports, the most outrageous and inane of which are gathered together in this riotous collection. Cove
This title is also available in French. 80 powerful and moving poems from the First World War, including works by Wilfred Owen, Rupert Brooke, Siegfried Sassoon and W. B. Yeats. Look out for more Pi
Poet Matthew Arnold christened Oxford 'the city of dreaming spires' and Oxford Then and Now looks at the range of inspirational buildings that have made it one of the most visited towns in Europe. Usi
Beatrix Potter is known throughout the world for the genius of her illustrations and words. These stories of country life have remained childhood favourites for more than 100 years. Born into a wealth
Bogeys and shanking, plus fours and six irons, the alleged etiquette of caddies—all you need to know about the heaven and hell of golf is in this unique book. From the serious (the origins of g
