Phoenix’s origins date back to 700 AD, when the area, named Pueblo Grande by the Spanish, was home to a progressive agricultural community who constructed canal irrigation systems that fed off the Sal
Blinded by love, Cinderella’s father marries unwisely and brings home a heartless wife, and her wicked daughters, Elvira and Ermintrude. They will stop at nothing to make life miserable for Cinderella
Consider the Oxford scientist who in 1910 discovered the marvelous life-giving properties of brandy to fish who had otherwise gasped their last. Or how about the nine-year-old boy fishing for trout wh
Once the hub of the transport network driving the American economy, the grand structures created by the railroad barons have suffered a variety of fates. Many famous examples have been demolished in t
There is a trend toward lunch boxes as people are cutting back on daily spending, trying to eat more healthily, and aspiring to use things up, creating less waste. Fitting perfectly into this trend, t
This fun book, part of the popular Cool series, is a fascinating introduction to world mythology, broken up into handy bite-sized chunks. It covers all the main world mythologies, including Sumerian,
In this hugely entertaining collection of stories taken from over a hundred years of world tennis history, award-winning sports historian Peter Seddon has gathered together the most extraordinary even
The part-time vegetarian who was identified in Sally's first book, Veggiestan, has become a thing. Great swathes of the population are now eschewing meat for the best part of the week in favour of hea
“A comprehensive book that belongs on every crafts shelf.” —Booklist The latest fashion magazines are full of crocheted pieces, but beginning stitchers looking to tap into the trend might not know whe
Hong Kong was first captured on camera when the British arrived to lay claim to its "fragrant harbour" in 1841. Its fascinating history has been documented through photography ever since—from its rapi
'Gennaro is an incredible baker - bread has always been central to everything he does. This is a great book - incredible food and full of Gennaro-style passion' - Jamie Oliver Making bread has always
Across six of the seven continents on which cricket is played, there are some remarkable cricket grounds. From a tidal strip of sand outside the Ship Inn at Elie, in Fife, to the monumental Melbourne
The new book by author of the Sunday Times bestseller, Millie Marotta's Animal Kingdom. In her latest colouring book, Millie brings you her own selection of the most remarkable animals on earth to col
A follow-up to the successful Blankets & Throws to Knit, this stylish collection includes more than 100 new squares to use as building blocks for your blankets. They employ a range of techniques, from
A Christmas Carol is the book that defines the Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a mean-spirited miser, is visited by three ghosts one Christmas Eve. The ghosts show Scrooge the true value of Christ
Disasters are terrible things: the sinking of the Titanic, the crash of Hindenburg, the collapse of the Tay Bridge, etc.—not funny at all. But Dad Disasters are a completely different kettle of fish f
This beautiful vegetable book offers simple, modern recipes, and encourage readers to cook vegetables when they are at their very best and come into season—especially useful if they grow their own. Di
Whether it is chilli sauce being used to create a show stopping meal for a group of friends or a spicy pesto jar allowing a parent to create a family meal to be enjoyed around the dinner table, Mr. Si
Cricket's Strangest Tales is a fascinating collection of cricketing weirdness - and there's a lot of it to choose from! Within these pages you'll find a game that was played on ice, meet a plague of f
First published in 1976 as Portrait of Pasta, this book revolutionized the way pasta was perceived internationally. Now it's been full updated to createAnna Del Conte On Pasta, a delicious collection
Rugby fans will delight in this astonishing collection of outlandish stories from the past 150 years of the game. Here you'll find, among many other curious events, the Irish international who arrange
Join Penguin as he travels through 28 of the most amazing cities in the world. Learn about Istanbul, London, New York, Paris, San Francisco, Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Moscow, Rome, Berlin, Hong Ko
A book of prints taken from the international bestseller Millie Marotta's Animal Kingdom. Millie Marotta's Animal Kingdom was the publishing sensation of 2015. Her illustrations have taken the world
The latest book by the author of The Sunday Times Bestseller, Millie Marotta's Animal Kingdom. Millie's new book whisks you away to the swaying grasslands of the savannahs, not only in Africa, but a
Part of a new stationery range based on the bestselling colouring book Millie Marotta's Tropical Wonderland. A keepsake box containing 50 loose postcards of illustrations that feature in the bestsel
When rain comes to the parched African savannah, the animals use all their senses to track the storm. The porcupine smells rain in the air. The zebra sees lightning. The baboons hear thunder. The rhin
Inside this philosophy-stuffed book are fifty fact-tastic ways to advance your thinking skills, so you'll never be scratching your head in bemusement ever again. Featuring the key philosophic princi
The events of your life, from local walks to exotic trips, can provide endless inspiration for textile art. This inspiring book shows you how to record your experiences, using sketchbooks, journals an
Colour it in psychedelic colours, in tasteful tones, in all shades of orange! But just colour it! Recapture the purest sense of creativity by colouring in the most beautiful figurative designs - flowe
Every gardener needs to know their Latin names. They may look confusing at first, but once you understand what certain key words mean, impenetrable-sounding and hard-to-pronounce species names are sud
A unique and exciting approach to botanical illustration, this beginner guide demonstrates everything you need to know about capturing beautiful botanical specimens on paper. Each exercise guides th
Welcome back to the magical world of What Delilah Did! Picking up where Storyland Cross Stitch left off, this enchanting stitchery guide follows Delilah as she comes upon a secret garden right next do
Despite devastating bomb damage during the Second World War, Canterbury offers visitors a wonderful mix of 2,000 years of history within the framework of a modern city. Millions of visitors come eve
A super-stylish new handbook from Merchant & Mills containing all the answers to sewing's most frequently asked questions. Providing an overview on the art of sewing, this handy volume is packed w
A practical and inspirational guide suggesting simple, cost effective ways of creating an interior decor that aspires to purity, color, and craftsmanship, as defined by William Morris Rich natural col
A leading authority on preserving offers 80 recipes for pickles, chutneys, jellies, sauces, ketchups, and more Preserving is an ancient way to make summer and autumn fruits and vegetables last into th
A group of children find a sloth snoring away in a tree in their garden. Not knowing what it is, they set out to find out. While the two older children dream up increasingly outrageous possibilities,
100 creative recipes that can all be made ahead at a leisurely, stress-free pace, so that the cook is free to enjoy the festivities The festive season is when most of us need a bit of help in the kitc
It's official: dads were put onto this planet to embarrass the rest of their families—a guide to the innumerable ways they achieve this Whether it's ridiculous dancing, experimental facial hair, talki
