Learn the intricate spice balances of well-loved classics and myriad ideas for curry dishes and their accompaniments. From the basics of flavorful spice mixes and pastes to recipes for some of the bes
An authoritative biography of one of the most important figures of the English Reformation who rose from humble beginnings to become Henry VIII's chief minister??Thomas Cromwell wielded enormous power
Carpe diem with this guide to the Latin language?What do?"quid pro quo" and "habeas corpus" mean? Why do plants have Latin names? Why do families, towns, countries, and even?soccer teams have Latin mo
One of the best defenders playing in the English Premier League today, Nemanja Vidic is a cult figure among Manchester United fans and has enjoyed a meteoric rise to soccer stardom This is the incredi
A heady mix of fantastic advice for those who wish to learn, create, and entertain with wonderful drink ideas A measured blend of 50 pointers, including recipes for the perfect Margarita, Martini and
Combining exquisite natural history with beguiling autobiographical and historical narrative, a portrait of a fish whose story is closely intertwined with our own The Atlantic salmon is an extraordina
Brimming with humorous tales and pithy quotes, this is the perfect gift for the aunt who's best at everything Packed with vital information, this light-hearted book demonstrates how to become the cool
An inspirational guide for all levels of gardeners to using lush, bold foliage, even in temperate climates With fabulous palms, big bold banana leaves, color flowers, and flamboyant foliage, exotic ga
Featuring previously unpublished photographs and interviews with veterans, this is the first book to cover all the Scandinavians who served in Hitler's feared Waffen-SS?Based in part on interviews wit
For both beginners and more experienced artists, a guide to the full scope?of pastel use?with particular emphasis on capturing light, color, and texture?With?sections on painting landscapes, coastal s
In this follow-up to Lancashire Murders, Alan Hayhurst brings together more murderous tales that shocked not only the county but made headline news throughout the nation. They include the case of Oldh
Originally designed to intercept Soviet bombers striking from the east, the Panavia Tornado Air Defence Variant was conceived as a stop gap and derived from the hugely successful bomber type. It suffe
The battle to keep the nation fed during the Second World War was waged by an army of workers on the land and the resourcefulness of the housewives on the Kitchen Front. The rationing of food, clothin
As Nordic Noir takes off, there is one standout character who has been fascinating critics and readers alike for almost 20 years?this book traces the evolution of Kurt Wallander and the enormous impac
This book tells the story of Nazi international?broadcasting during and before the Second World War. At its peak German radio stations broadcast in 54 languages to a worldwide audience. For the first
The first collection of short stories to be published from the bestselling Chinese author of?Raise the Red Lantern ?Set during the fall-out of the Cultural Revolution, these bizarre and delicate stori
From?stiff upper lip?to stomping grounds, an amusing look at the history behind commonly-used words and phrases?What makes someone "pleased as punch?" Why is New York City called "The Big Apple?" Why
Building features and materials are being lost or replaced on older houses at an alarming rate. The appearance of this book is, therefore, most welcome for it enables the reader to identify original f
A rare glimpse into the world of a superstar whose virtuoso eccentricity and willingness to take on unconventional films for a mass audience has helped him retain alternative credentials and respect f
A?startling and energetic visual record of the band that spawned power pop at the peak of their success and their sultry-cool lead singer, now in paperback?Blondie were the most successful rock act to
Ten?remarkably simple and effective?habits that can help you not just survive but thrive?Highly informative and practical, this guide covers?10 areas crucial to a healthy and happy life, including the
A recently murdered American parallels a centuries-earlier murdered Spanish sailor when they appear to share the same motive in this?reissue of the second book in the seriesAn American veteran of the
How the Victorians struggled to overcome diseases such as cholera, typhoid, and scarlet fever in their cities?This is the fascinating story of how?a?small group of dedicated?individuals fought opposit
The term Brutalism is used to describe a form of architecture that appeared, mainly in Europe, from around 1945?1975. Uncompromisingly modern, this trend in architecture was both striking and arrestin
Two accomplished film writers pay tribute to one of cinema's most enduring symbols in this?lavishly illustrated monograph complete with a foreword from?Bogart's son, published in association with his
An epic debut graphic?novel from an acclaimed illustrator—dark, funny, beautiful, disturbing, each page a surprise ?Approaching 50, and warned by his doctor that he's drinking too much and needs to
Author Andrew Woods has come face-to-face with Millwall's most famous firm and now, for the first time, the Bushwackers reveal all about their bloodiest battles and fiercest rivalries?in their own wor
Dabbling in family history is a pastime anyone of any age can enjoy, but although it is guaranteed to get you hooked once you start, the massive proliferation of websites, magazines, and books in rece
Richard Brown kept a personal diary throughout the whole of World War II. He used it to record the course of the conflict as he perceived it, gleaned from the newspapers, the wireless, and hearsay. As
These traditional stories and local legends have been handed down by storytellers for centuries. As folk tales reveal a lot about the people who invented them, this book provides a link to the ethics
Blitz survivor, ex-evacuee, veteran of five primary schools, and denizen of a typical London suburb, Berwick Coates won a scholarship to a grammar school in 1940. All he knew about was German aircraft
Contemporary photographs never seen outside Scotland Yard are featured in this guide to some of the most incredible murders ever committed?New Scotland Yard, the headquarters of London's Metropolitan
Sarah Gordon knows what she wants: the family homestead, Wangallon. When it comes to working the homestead she’s a natural but as a woman, it’s not her birthright.?Even when her beloved brother, Camer
The first Poor Law was enacted in 1601, and this system of social security, which was supposed to ensure that those who could not work had food, drink, and a roof over their heads, but which is inextr
Ian Brady is one of the most notorious and reviled serial killers in Britain. With his co-conspirator, Myra Hindley, he perpetrated the Moors Murders in which five children were abducted, assaulted, a
An essential guide for female soccer players, and their coaches Providing those coaches of female teams with important information that is directly relevant to the specific needs of their players, thi
This insightful biography tells the story of how it happened. It includes the secret writing and recording sessions which led to the official announcement of a new album and goes behind the headlines
Hostas originated mainly in Japan and were not introduced to Britain until the nineteenth century. They were grown and collected in Europe and America for the next two hundred years, but it was their
The most recent studies show that approximately a million?cycles of IVF?are carried out worldwide. It is estimated that at least 200,000 IVF babies are born annually?and this figure is constantly risi
From heart-stopping accounts of apparitions, poltergeists, and related supernatural phenomena, to first-hand encounters with phantoms and spirits, this collection of stories contains both new and well
