After spending nearly three decades in prison for murder, and having used his time inside to educate himself and gain a degree, Norman Parker emerged to become a bestselling author with his Parkhurst
This follow-up to the bestselling sports-psychology title That Winning Feeling! is sure to interest riders of all styles and skill levels. Delving into the world of mental training, this reference exp
The?questions to?many?befuddling?moments of history?are answered in this extensive compendium, from the Romans who put perfume on their pet dogs and horses to the ancient Egyptians who walked for mile
Reinventing the sonnet, Patience Agbabi shines her euphoric, musical lines on everything from growing up to growing old, from Northern Soul to contract killers, from the retro to the brand new. Whethe
A classic lost world fantasy novel first published in 1894, The People of the Mist is an exciting story about a British adventurer who goes to Africa to seek his fortune, but who finds love and a lege
Ninety years after the Armistice of 1918, the First World War continues to haunt the British imagination. Some five million British servicemen went to war between 1914 and 1918, and few families, high
Maeve O'Donavan has arrived in Edinburgh from County Cork, trying to forget her unrequited love for the man who has since married her cousin. When she loses her job as a maid, she is delighted to find
The Comb surveys the wide spectrum of the subject from ancient cultures to the 20th century. The principal materials together with the combmaker's craft are described, up to and including the importan
After her husband Billy tries to sell her at a wife sale, Lily Fowler finds herself alone, frightened and pregnant on the streets of Hull. Her attempts to find work are futile and when she is turned a
Karen and Tudor Morgan have moved from a small mining community to the bustle and noise of Cardiff in search of a new life. Tudor longs to be a star entertainer and so Karen gets a job, leaving her hu
Fly-fishing for trout is a fascinating and addictive sport, but only experience, skill, and the ability to think problems through logically will lead to constant success. Penned by an expert in the fi
With 24 years of experience of prison dwelling condensed it into one handy and comprehensive volume, this guide shows readers everything from the correct way to brew vintage prison 'hooch' and how to
This is a practical guide for all those living, or preparing to live, in a stepfamily. Drawing on real-life examples, the authors?both step-parents themselves?help parents to explore key issues and to
With arena exercises designed to fine-tune rider coordination andcommunication andimprove transitions, rhythm, flexion, accuracy, and balance, this indispensable collection of schooling t
Fans still chant his name, and there are websites devoted to one of the funniest men ever to hit the big time. Perry Groves spent over a decade in the footballing spotlight. Sometimes he was at the to
Though they appear to be normal moves, opening traps are deft maneuvers that almost inevitably lead to a rapid win for the trapper. This handy volume details the various types of traps available durin
The son of a shepherd, Thomas Telford was born in Westerkirk, Scotland in 1757. At the age of 14, he was apprenticed to a stonemason. He worked for a time in Edinburgh and in 1782 he moved to London.
Proper technique is central to executing successful endgame play. This instructional guide provides information on how to study the endgame and analyze endgame positions. It also illustrates the highl
Tony Stockwell's work brings him into contact with people from all over the world who look to him for insight into the continuing existence of their departed loved ones. His awesome abilities to conne
To the Shakers, a good song was a gift; indeed the test of a song’s goodness was how much of a gift it was. In their call to "labour to make the way of God your own," Shaker artists expressed an aesth
When Laura Page returns to a remote village in Welwick, it is try to and discover the mystery of her mother Susannah's early life. Now a prosperous business woman in Hull, Susannah never speaks of her
It is the turn of the twentieth century and war is razing the Boer Republics of South Africa to the ground. Kitchener’s army has intensified its most barbarous campaign: to burn down the homes of thou
Ian August was set to retire from his position as the Factor for Northumberland Alnwick Estates when the Duchess asked for his help with a new project. The Duchess of Northumberland’s vision was to cr
When all hope is gone, are dreams enough? After losing both her parents, 16-year-old Merrion Roberts is left to bring up her baby sister. Unable to cope alone, she teams up with Rhonda Rees, a trained
Telling the story of how the Royal Navy, the largest in the world in 1914, adapted to the demands of war, this book chronicles the leaders and the events from 1914 to 1918. It describes how many ships
What does it mean to be English? What does it mean to be British? Is the cross of St. George a proud symbol of a great tradition, or the badge of a neo-Nazi? In a world where British citizens can lay
In recent years there has been a much greater appreciation of the enormous contribution that hedges make to the countryside. Today, their beauty, their ability to provide wind protection and contain l
With anecdotes from the author’s own amazing story as well as drawing on the stories of others, this guide explains the purpose of these special beings, how to identify and communicate with them, and
Dawn Annandale is bright, witty, and well educated. But when her marriage began to fall apart, she had to face a seemingly insurmountable pile of debts on her own. Determined that her children would n
After?10 years living abroad, Tarquin Hall wanted to return to his native London. Lured by his nostalgia for a leafy suburban childhood spent in south-west London, he returned with his Indian-born, Am
Encouraging readers to question old assumptions and wake up to a new vision of reality, this guidebook uses a magical blend of metaphysics, shamanism, and psychology to help heal the age-old divisions
Mary Lavelle, a young and beautiful Irish woman, travels to Spain to work as a governess and see a little of life before returning to Mellick to marry her fiance, John. Despite the impressive surround
A simple guide to Electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and how to reduce their harmful effect. This work contains practical information including: how to test for EMFs in the home; star ratings for different
Cocteau’s breakthrough novel on the horrors of World War I. Too young to fight, Thomas assumes a noble ancestry, adds a few extra years to his age, and becomes a soldier. In this guise, he meets the s
Contains the information on breast-feeding your baby successfully, including: how to prepare for breast-feeding; what to expect in the early stages; how to overcome common problems; and if you can't,
This book tells the definitive story of how the Spitfire, Britain's WWII single-seat fighter plane, was designed, built, and tested, and how close it came to not happening at all.
This delightful companion to the famous Elizabeth and Her German Garden is a witty, lyrical account of a rejuvenating summer. Descriptions of magnificent larkspurs and burning nasturtiums give way to
