From her first public broadcast in 1940 as a 14-year-old princess, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has given loyal service throughout her long and glorious reign over the United Kingdom and Commonwealt
Published to accompany the John Piper exhibition at the Tate Liverpool and written by its curator, this book presents a comprehensive examination of the English artist's role as champion of modernism
"Throughout, Georgianna Lane's spectacular images complement considered and informative text...a handy inspiring resource" - The English Garden This is the first follow-up to the Garden Writer's Guild
This souvenir biography explores the early years of a playful, kind-hearted and inquisitive child who went on to make a significant contribution to British military, undergoing officer training at RMA
As the longest serving royal consort in British history, it is now time to celebrate Prince Philip’s remarkable contribution to the monarchy. A strong character full of vigor and verve, he found himse
Vaughan Grylls has rounded up all of the key sites that make up this fascinating and diverse city, from Jesuit cathedrals, Jewish synagogues, and Buddhist temples to neoclassical banks, art deco hotel
Winner of the Guild of Food Writers Award in 1996 and the Accademia Italiana della Cucina's Orio Vergani prize, The Classic Food of Northern Italy has become a well-thumbed bible on the shelf of every
'Master Mixologist' - The Daily Telegraph 'Imaginative, daring and flying the flag for the savoury-beverage trend' - Harper's Bazaar 'The drink industry's answer to Heston Blumenthal' - Square Meal 'P
This revised edition includes the buildings of state, the Spanish influences of the 19th century, the ancient churches, old public squares, and shopping streets shaded by giant awnings. Sites include:
“Her bed was a bank of wild thyme where oxlips and violets grew; a canopy of roses and honeysuckle hung over her head." Titania, the Fairy Queen, and Oberon, King of the Fairies, fall into
This beautiful book offers a real insight into the street food cultures of China and vividly evokes the smells and sounds of the markets. Over 100 recipes and a wealth of stories and insight into cook
The ultimate dessert for milkshakes-lovers, cake-lovers and dessert-lovers. Over the top, mega and indulgent are the best words to describe this new dessert taking the UK by storm. A freakshake, origi
In this refreshing approach to Polish cuisine, food writer and blogger Ren Behan takes us on a journey to discover the new tastes of her beloved culinary heritage. The food of eastern Europe, long mis
From the very start, when George Stephenson's famous Rocket knocked over and killed a government minister at the opening of the Liverpool to Manchester line in 1830, the world's railways have given ri
There is no more inspiring place to buy, drink or study wine than at Berry Bros & Rudd's historic building in St James's, London. And now you can explore the pleasures of wine through the book pro
Lost Cleveland is the latest in the series from Pavilion Books that traces the cherished places in a city that time, progress and fashion swept aside before the National Register of Historic Places co
Florence Kennedy offers a unique, modern approach to flower arranging: breaking away from the stiff structure and formality of traditional floral displays, her floristry style is practical, accessible
This book celebrating cycling covers the bicycle’s invention and subsequent historical development, stories of intrepid early cyclists who traveled the world, the 20th-century popularity of cycle tour
This innovative selection of recipes highlights the best of modern Nordic food, themed around ancient cooking methods. Fire pits are easy and affordable to source, even portable types are available fo
Alan Turing was an extraordinary man who crammed into a life of only 42 years the careers of mathematician, codebreaker, computer scientist and biologist. His codebreaking work at Bletchley Park was s
This follow-up to Bee’s Brilliant Biscuits features 25 cake decoration projects inspired by the hottest trends in modern baking. Home bakers are more skilled than ever before and this book combines t
This is a modern, stylish and practical guide to the traditional craft of bookbinding, written by the founders of the London Centre for Book Arts, a destination workshop space that attracts visitors f
Use Scraps, Sew Blocks, Make 100 Quilts is the new book from the Sewing Bee's quilting supremo Stuart Hillard. Featuring 100 block patterns and 100 fabulous quilt designs, this book enables readers to
Sewing is the perfect hobby - it's relaxing, creative and useful! Now the team behind Mollie Makes magazine have brought together all their favourite designers to share their tips, stories and beautif
A beautifully presented, practical gift guide to the age-old art of whittling. There are 50 projects featured in the book, ranging from quick makes to more elaborate projects, and even a chapter on cr
This book contains jokes for every occasion, from the best man’s speech to the sales conference to the children’s party, or just for swapping around the pub table, and it’s arranged by subject matter
From invitations to decorations, make pretty paper projects for your party! When you want a chic celebration with that personal touch, these 50 paper projects will inspire you. Designer Erin Hung has
A glorious update of a modern classic - full of colourful recipes that evoke Italian life at its most enticing, Passione is the story of Gennaro Contaldo's upbringing in Italian food and will teach yo
As Erik and the crew of The Golden Dragon set off in search of adventure, little do they know that their courage, skill, strength and stamina will all be tested to the extremes... Includes an exclus
Set against the backdrop of snow-capped Mt. Hood and Mt. St. Helens, Portland’s skyline is a mixture of ultra-modern skyscrapers and elaborate Victorian structures. This book traces the evolution of t
A whimsical and beautiful book celebrating these hidden gems of the National Trust - from specially made secret gardens to overlooked corners of famous gardens and re-discovered lost gardens. Stunni
A reissue of Beekeeping (2007). A practical and inspirational guide to keeping bees and apiaries in both rural and urban areas. It's no shock that the beekeeping trend is steadily on the rise. These
Discover the ghosts that stalk West End theatres, the mysterious mummy who lives in a City church cupboard, and secret tunnels under the Thames. Find out why there’s a TARDIS at Earl’s Court, why frog
This captivating book, fully revised and updated and featuring more NT houses than ever before, is a guide to some of the greatest architectural treasures of Britain, encompassing both interior and ex
A practical step-by-step guide to creating and flying 25 amazing paper planes. Whether you fly them indoors or outdoors, the pleasure of building and flying a paper plane appeals to all ages. Paper
Established by French fur-trader Pierre Laclede in 1764 and named in honor of the patron saint of France, St. Louis was in its earliest days a trading outpost near the confluence of the Missouri and M
Juicer Natasha Mae puts fantastic flavors and fresh ingredients at the center of her recipes. Her book is divided into four main chapters—Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. Alongside classic juices li
Since 2012, fashion illustrator Laura Quick has been sketching scenes from daily domestic life on her blog, The Daily Think. Insightful, tender and very, very funny, the images have become hugely popu
Professional card-makers teach you ten fabulous projects to try at home! Take a peek into the studios of international card makers, see how they ply their craft, and get ten of the best step-by-step p
The perfect companion for all origami enthusiasts. The adept origamist can produce anything from a simple dog or chicken to amazing geometric models and this book shows exactly how. Featuring hundre
