These techniques for seeing through the manipulative neediness of children offer a refreshing and often legal take on modern parentingIt’s been said that it takes a village to raise a child. But how d
Updated fourth edition of this long-established standard guide to Acol bidding and play, used by teachers throughout the worldFor those needing to grasp the fundamentals of sound bidding and play, Ron
Not since the legendary Eric Rush departed the scene have the All Blacks had a jokester/prankster quite like World Cup-winning winger Cory ‘CJ’ Jane. A Commonwealth Games Sevens gold medallist and fro
Tackling the crucial question of how to get well, this book offers simple, research-based psychological strategies for recovery—a modern-day convalescent's toolkitOffering simple, practical ways to fi
They brought the world to its knees and a nation to its feet. Between 1975 and 1994, the West Indies dominated cricket's Empire, feared for their ferocious pace and the brutal beauty of their play. Th
The first biography of a mercurial character from the Elizabethan underworld – a seducer, spy and assassinClaiming to be heir to the emperors of Byzantium, an exotic but elusive figure named Theodore
Learn trivia, pick up fun facts, and read interesting stories while doing your business—perfect for fans ofUncle John's Bathroom ReaderAt home or in the office, the bathroom is one of those few places
Composed entirely of letters from one man, this brilliantly unsettling debut exposes just how different the truth can appear when seen through another’s eyesI’ve probably lied to you. That’s habit. I
This book is a careers bible fit for today's job market, with exclusive advice and guidance from some of the biggest names in British business. No matter what stage of life one is at, whether a school
In 1938, 18-year-old Phyllis Ellsworth packs her bags, says goodbye to her anxious parents, and sets off from her quiet seaside home for the Hackney Hospital in London's bustling East End, where she i
From the acclaimed author of Augustus, Cicero, and The Rise of Rome, an entertaining and richly informative miscellany of facts about Rome and the Roman worldSPQR: Senatus Populusque Romanus. Do you k
Vespasian's ascent to power continues in the sixth installment of Robert Fabbri's epic seriesRome, AD 51: Vespasian brings Rome's greatest enemy before the Emperor. After eight years of resistance, th
A celebration of Arsene Wenger's legendary time with Arsenal, their greatest period of successThis lavishly illustrated book tells the story of Arsenal under Arsene Wenger with profiles of the matches
One of the fathers of Nordic Noir offers a chilling, timeless story of love, revenge, and desire, set against contemporary issues1998. Varg Veum sits by the hospital bedside of his long-term girlfrien
Telling the gripping story of the mercy ships of the Second World War, this is the first book to identify and describe in detail all the ships engaged in the repatriation of wartime diplomats, civilia
A celebration of the legendary manager, one of the greatest in the history of soccerThis lavishly illustratred book charts the enormous success of Sir Alex Ferguson's 27 year reign at Manchester Unite
Fully revised and updated and liberally illustrated with the author's own paintings, this beautiful guide will take readers to every Scottish island, whether by armchair or yacht. From the abandoned c
A fast-paced, romantic historical thriller in which a rural village is ripped apart by accusations of witchcraftThe Reverend Burnett is the unpopular minister at Abdale. Behind the manse lies Silma Hi
A celebration of the hare, covering its role in nature and its appearances in myth and legendElusive, ethereal, and evocative—the hare permeates our consciousness like no other creature. Despite facin
A beautiful boxed-set containing three long out-of-print and influential books by the great British humorist, Sir Osbert LancasterPillar to Post, the story of architecture through the ages, takes us i
Without an understanding of tradition, you cannot make real Italian food!Lucio Galletto grew up in a village on the Ligurian coast of Italy, where his parents had a restaurant. InThe Art of Traditiona
A welcome selection from one of the most original and accomplished poets of her generation, described as 'the heiress of Emily Dickinson and Walt Whitman' -- Sarah Maguire.Spanning four collections, a
Four essays about a young writer learning that the road to success is paved with failure, psychic gurus, and blood-sucking parasitesLiam Pieper's made some poor life choices, but he's (usually) meant
This is the story of the British involvement with the island of Cyprus over 100 years. Since World War I, Cyprus has played a key role in British defense strategy. After the withdrawal from Egypt, the
Joan London (Gilgamesh), Luke Davies (Candy), Kate Forsyth (The Witches of Eileanan), Andy Griffiths (The Day My Butt Went Psycho), David Malouf (Ransom), and many more contributeThis collection of es
The first book to focus on the men behind the headlines of the famous "Trio" of World War II reportingTrio tells the story of three war correspondents, two Englishmen and an Australi
A sweeping, three generational family saga—and at the center is a house ripe with hidden secretsOrtolans, a magnificent stately home that holds a mysterious grip on all those who live in it, hides a s
The only battle of World War I to be fought in East Asia, how it came about, and why its aftermath is still relevant todayIn 1914, Europe was not the only continent coming to terms with a new form of
'I too am not a bit tamed, I too am untranslatable, I sound my barbaric yawp over the roofs of the world.'To mark 160 years since its first publication, a new edition of the great American poet's most
Who's for truffled turkey, brussels sprout petit fours, and reindeer nibbles? Dine like a millionaire with this over-the-top and hilariously funny but informative guide to the festive season.What’s th
From feeding to breeding, predators to conservation, a delightful look at this very recognizable seabirdTake an intimate journey with an award-winning wildlife photographer as he observes the trials a
First published in 1949, one woman's memoir of nearly three decades in a convent, and her readjustment to the contemporary worldAt the age of 21, Monica Baldwin entered one of the oldest and most stri
Surnames carry the history of people in a very personal way. In England, surnames were mostly established by the end of the 14th century—by ordinary people, for ordinary people. Uniquely, surnames des
Christmas is just around the corner, but the women of The Chocolate Lovers' Club have more to worry about than present shopping. . . Lucy loves running Chocolate Heaven but she hasn't spent time with
A haunting and often shocking debut, Hush is the story of what happens when we find we cannot speak, even to those we love mostLily Emmett prefers to stay silent. Having suffered from selective mutism
With the help of this illustrated guide, fashion photographers can hone their craft and better understand their camerasA successful fashion photographer has to be passionate and to believe in their co
A stunning boxed set facsimile edition of the "little anthology" of favorite poems compiled and illustrted by Rex Whistler, with his friend Stephen Tennant, in his years as a student
A look at how the buildings, streets, and institutions that comprise Houston’s cityscape have changed dramatically over the years, and the many that were lost along the waySince its founding in 1836,
A look at some of the most intriguing and inspiring uses of the humble shedThe shed: A place of retreat, where we can forget the pressures of everyday life, work on a treasured project, store all thos
Not the largest houses—but the most sensitively conceived of, and the most in tune with their own surroundingsTo Karen, the super house has nothing to do with size; instead, it is one that has a stron
