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
A controversial and ground-breaking new popular science title which looks at how "mental illness" needs to be completely redefinedThis controversial new book describes how human beha
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
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 East End of London has one of the bloodiest histories in Britain. East-Enders were blamed for the Great Plague of London; Jack the Ripper prowled here, as did the Ratcliffe Highway murderer and th
A big story about a small boy who sees the world a little differentlyMilo curled his thumb and forefinger together to make a small hole and held his fingers up to Al's eyes. "Look through her
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
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
How to write quickly and expertly for all contemporary major forms of journalistic writingWhether producing a snappy headline or reporting a full-length news story, piecing together a "featur
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
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
This impressive examination of an unrivaled 20th-century photographic portfolio is filled with original color photographs and black-and-white prints from Parkinson's own archivesFrom his first outdoor
The story of how a struggling convict settlement grew into six dynamic colonies and then the remarkable nation of Australia, told through the key figures who helped build it into the thriving nation i
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
Take a walk through this county in the heart of Ireland in the entertaining company of professional storyteller Nuala Hayes as she recounts local tales, ancient and modern. Discover stories of ancient
A set of five compact but surprisingly detailed guides to a small but remarkable nation, all in one slipcaseCelebrating its spectacular physical beauty, rich and turbulent history, unique architectura
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
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
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
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
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
Drawing on a wealth of contemporary source material, a fascinating social history of how commercial sex has been bought and sold in London for more than 1,000 years.The Bankside Brothels, or "
An informed introduction to the Christie phenomenon, updated to include new material on the final Poirot adaptation series and Sophie Hannah'sThe Monogram MurdersSince her debut in 1920 with The Myste
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
An arousing tale of erotic initiation written by a pioneer of eroticaWhen Rosalind Howard becomes Julian Hadey's private librarian she soon finds herself attracted by his persuasive charms and disting
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
A fitness plan for everyone to shred stubborn areas of body fat and boost metabolism—no need to go to a gymHealthy Body educates you about your body, getting fit, and how to eat right for it. Once you
