Complete narratives, in 200 words or less, that sparkle with life, love, laughs, politics, and poetry—perfect examples of the imagination flourishing when given constraints These microfictions offer t
The story of the city as told through the buildings, parks, and palaces that are no longer thereLost London feature more than 150 forgotten and lost locations, from buried rivers, demolished buildings
Painting in mixed media combines all the excitement and potential of different materials and techniques. Whether you love the vibrancy of pastels, the versatility of acrylics or the dynamism of collag
Suitable for photographers who want to switch their camera off automatic mode and take control of its image-making potential, this book explains how to use the camera's settings and functions to take
Offers an instructional guide to the art of millinery. This book explains how to go about designing a hat, what equipment and materials you will need, and the techniques required to get started.
Offers an exciting approach to drawing the human body. Divided into three parts, on structure, anatomy and observation, it introduces a set of principles and develops a treasury of ideas for the artis
Miniatures are not simply small paintings: special techniques are used to achieve their unique glow and luminosity. This book explains how to paint in detail in a small format with colour and precisio
A complete guide to recreating authentic hair styles of the 1940s—with 1,000 color photographs and step-by-step instructions The 1940s were exciting times for women, heralding new looks and, crucially
A vivid journey back into Atlanta's past revealing some of the city's most grievous losses to the wrecking ball Old theaters, hotels, ballparks, civic buildings, and the early transport system of Atla
An explosive and revelatory account about the British lobbying industry and how it affects us all at every level of our lives.When protesters pitched their tents at St Paul's Cathedral in October 2011
The Wild Things Funky Little Dresses clothing range brings exciting and mythical clothing to your child's wardrobe; now you can make your own everyday play clothes to bring to life. WILD THINGS: FUNKY
A nostalgic journey back in time to visit the lost sites of New Orleans in all their grandeur Organized chronologically, starting with the earliest losses and ending with the latest, this book feature
A basic, accessible introduction that prepares readers to approach all other military history writing with greater understandingVery few books deal with the principles and theory of armed conflict and
Now in paperback, an authoritative collection of Alasdair Gray's stories gathered over the last 25 years, with illustrations and information to amuse the curious reader The first 16 stories in this co
The latest book in the Burracombe series draws together many threads of life in the little Devonshire village where triumph and tragedy have always rubbed shoulders. It's the late 1950s, and change is
Danny Baker was born in Deptford, South East London in June, 1957, and from an early age was involved in magazine journalism, with the founding of fanzine Sniffin' Glue, alongside friend Mark Perry. F
An amusing A to Z of the courtship and mating habits of animals—including Homo sapiens "Birds do it, bees do it, Even educated fleas do it." So wrote Cole Porter in his famous song from 1928, "Let's D
A concise, accessible history of one of the most important and fascinating conflicts of the 20th century On March 8, 1965, 3,500 U.S. Marines of the 9th Marine Expeditionary Brigade made an amphibious
For cyclists of all levels and types, including road, mountain bike, BMX, and commuter, a guide to improving performance through a better nutrition This guide is essential reading for all riders who w
A panoply of historic and contemporary images of this famous park throughout its 150-year history, as well as the roads and landmark buildings surrounding it Central Park is an 843-acre sylvan landsca
An intimate look at the ultimate pop culture power couple Favorites of the paparazzi, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are both worth millions in their own right. She is the queen of reality TV and an
The first book to explore the fascinating and dark history of England's pubs and hotelsIn which pub did the Krays murder George Cornell and so achieve notoriety as Britain’s most feared gangsters? Whe
Was Lambert Simnel an impostor or a Yorkist prince? And can DNA evidence offer a clue to his legitimacy and finally solve this 500-year-old mystery?A year after Richard III’s death, a boy claiming to
The first book about the communications center of Britian in World War II, from which the U.S. also conducted its black ops—features previously unpublished photos, secret maps, and German air photogra
Explores the life and works of Wodehouse, and examines how his wonderful creations were based on real places and peopleP. G. Wodehouse saw his first article published when still at school, and he went
Sixth in the Nick Sharman crime series It's time for another rock and roll case. American rock gods Pandora's Box are cutting their new album in London but someone has wiped the tapes and one of the b
Elizabeth David's Italian Food for the 21st century, this is a comprehensive guide to buying authentic Italian ingredients and cooking authentic Italian food Dino Joannides is a consummate food fanati
A step-by-step guide to the weaving process Weaving is an age-old craft, but it has boundless potential. The beauty and joy of weaving a finished piece of cloth can be enhanced by creating your own de
A comprehensive look at the UFO rumors and scares of World War I Lieutenant R.S. Maxwell took off in his BE2C fighter but saw nothing unusual until 8:25 when according to his report: "My engine was mi
Skiff off, Nigel!Incompetence, embarrassment, and general disaster—no it’s not politics, it’s a trip down the Thames! Three hapless fellows and a world weary dog decide they need a holiday from their
Welcome to his nightmare . . . There’s a sinister man about London town with something of the night about him. Mr Hyde is mad, bad, and has a penchant for bumping off kindly innocents. Will his frien
The work of Emily Hobhouse, pacifist, in Britain and Europe during World War I, and her efforts to get peace talks startedIn the Anglo Boer War 1899-1902 Emily Hobhouse championed the cause of the wom
How far would you go to keep the spark alive?Juliet Joyce has been happily married to Rick for 25 years. But with two children who treat the house like a hotel, a mother who's moved in with them, and
Four days after the declaration of war, an Indian corps of two infantry divisions and a cavalry brigade was ordered to embark for the Western Front. Clad in in tropical uniforms, those men endured one
New Zealand sheep join classic nursery rhymes for a new take on old favoritesWhat is New Zealand famous for? Sheep! What do little kids love? Nursery rhymes! Join the two together and you have Little
The fifth in Andrew Hammond's fast-paced and action-packed CRYPT seriesJud Lester is the Covert Response Youth Paranormal Team's star agent. When the police are unable to solve a crime, they call in C
An updated edition including new color photographs and a new afterword looking back at the journeyAlastair Humphreys’ around-the-world journey of 46,000 miles was an old-fashioned adventure: long, lon
The true story of the Kerry girls who were shipped to Australia from the four Kerry Workhouses of Dingle, Kenmare, Killarney, and Listowel between1849—1850, as part of the Earl Grey Scheme. From scene
Set in the beautiful landscape of 14th-century Italy, this modern Pilgrim's Progress is a heart-rending story of love, morality, families, and faith Italy: 1347. Panic is spreading across Europe as Th
With a combination of confession, humor, and regret, this story tackles modern mental illness and everyday manipuation in a media-obsessed society Today is Daniel Lizard’s 21st birthday and he has jus
