This mini edition has been brought fully up-to-date to reflect all recent global changesRevised mapping, updated statistics, and the latest interesting facts about the world are all included in this a
This book reveals all about one of England’s greatest, best-loved bands—the men who put Cockney into rock, and made Rockney! Bursting onto the music scene in the 1970s, Chas ‘n’ Dave released songs th
A timeless, heartwarming classic from the author of Anne of Green Gables, this delightful and witty romance will sweep readers awayValancy Stirling is 29, unmarried, and has never been in love. Living
A collection of Dickens's valuable writings on the most vulnerable segments of societyDickens is famous for his moralizing and the entreaties within his fiction to help the poor, and characters such a
A brand new selection of Twain's views on Europe and the Europeans, taken from several volumes of travelogues recounting his journeys across the continent with wit, vivacity, and humorIn a little whil
Dakota and Corso are taken prisoner by the Bandati in the second book of The Shoal SequenceDakota discovered the Shoal's dark and dangerous secret, and now she works toward stopping not only the sprea
Dublin's strangest events, people, locations, and traditions—an alternative travel guide to some of the city's best-kept secretsThe newest Strangest title from Portico is devoted to one of Ireland's m
A nostalgic journey back in time to visit some of the lost treasures that the city let slip through its grasp Organized chronologically, starting with the earliest losses and ending with the latest, t
A historical account of the creation and development of what is now the most numerous and significant combat aircraft in service with Britain's Royal Air ForceThe Typhoon now forms a major part of the
Decadent, desperate sixth-century Athens is the setting for the fifth historical thriller featuring British adventurer Aelric It is 612 AD and Aelric—senator of the Roman Empire, fresh from a bloodbat
Based on eyewitness accounts and previously unpublished interviews with veterans, Tobruk: A Raid Too Far explores the operation in-depth, highlighting appalling errors of judgement and their tragic co
This celebration of a city with a rich and turbulent history pairs vintage images from its rich past with photos taken today Founded in 1670, Charleston has endured a succession of fires, hurricanes,
Part of the pleasure of poetry is unraveling the mysteries and difficulties it contains and solving the puzzles that lie within. Who, for instance, is Ozymandias? What is the Snark? Who is the Emperor
Sara Davies' story is one of abuse, neglect, betrayal, and, ultimately, survival. When she was just 5 years old, her violent father began to sexually abuse her. She suffered in silence for many years,
When Katie, redundant from her media job, accepts Mattie’s offer to take over her shop, A Good Yarn, in Dartmouth, she expects her life to be busy and unexciting. But with an American film crew in tow
The second in this series, a fantastic blend of teenage spies, horror, and ghostbustingWe're coming. The martyrs are awakening. Spirits are gathering. This will be our time . . .In York and London, st
Bec loves swimming, and she loves being the fastest in the class! But when she joins junior squad, Bec discovers there's more to swimming than just winning.
It's 1931 . . .and Ruby is settling into life at her school in the country. But when a desperately poor family moves to the area, no one wants to be friends with them. Ruby will have to choose sides,
Colchester Zoo is one of the finest zoos in Britain, yet, unlike almost every other major zoo in the country, its story has never been told. Now, the forgotten figures of Frank and Helena Farrar are b
Chedworth is one of the few Roman villas in Britain whose remains are open to the public, and this book seeks to explain what these remains mean. The fourth century in Britain was a "golden age" and a
Author has a Twitter presence and is one of fewer than 20 first class county chairmen in the country. Event planned at SCCC. Publication at beginning of 2013 domestic season.
It is Christmas 1808 and Britain's army faces destruction, in the second in the series begun by True Soldier Gentlemen Faced with appalling weather, and pursued by an overwhelming French army led by N
By confirming what equestrians should be doing and what they should avoid when it comes to each and every request they give their horse, this instructional guide helps riders develop a perfect underst
A fun and quirky cautionary tale about thinking too little and talking too muchWhat is wrong with the wobbegong? Anything? Nothing? Who can tell, when he never says a word. This witty and elegant stor
This is the thrilling account of the heroism, ambition, and scandal of three remarkable men whose actions at the 1908 Olympics overshadowed the first London Games. Diminutive Italian Dorando Pietri fe
From the author of The Hanging Shed, a bestseller totalling 200,000 copies, comes the third instalment in the Douglas Brodie series. As Glasgow is buried under snow, a killer is on the loose and a d
Suitable for anyone who keeps quail or who is thinking about starting out, this title covers all key aspects of responsible quail husbandry, and explains how to set up and equip your quail house and p
The story of the most decorated player in English soccer history, with 11 Premier League titles, two Champions League victories, and four FA Cup winner's medals to his name Giggs is an astonishing pla
An educational activity book packed with colorful illustrations, photographs, and reusable stickersEncouraging young children to identify national and international flags, each flag in this book is li
At a scale of 3.62 inches to 1 mile, this is clear and easy to read yet very detailed London map to cover all eventualities. It has a large area of coverage but is presented in a handy compact format.
The great oceans of the world have long been considered alien environments said to harbor strange creatures and unfathomable mysteries. This new book, from The History Press’s successful Shadows serie
Researched using previously unstudied MI5 and MI6 files, this study reveals the part played by Count Laszlo Almasy, the protagonist of the film The English Patient John Eppler thought himself to be th
The latest in the Classic Liners series evokes the glamour and ambience of two of the most beloved liners of the 1950sIle de France, completed in 1927, was a hugely famous prewar liner, a ship with un
A young boy struggles to protect his mysterious and gifted younger sister in this suspenseful story set against the backdrop of the Zimbabwe War of Liberation"Look after your sister, Tinashe." Tinashe
Art thou in need of hearty ale and a bed safe from brigands as you ply the highways and byways of Britain? Here is the essential handbook for the Tudor traveler.Packed with the finest hostelries to gr
A detailed look at the fascinating and enigmatic world of J.R.R. Tolkien, covering ground from his friendship with C. S. Lewis to pipe smoking in his life and fictional worksExamining Tolkien's place
The tale of one of the bloodiest engagements of World War IThe Battle of Verdun resulted in 698,000 deaths, 70,000 for each of the 10 months of battle. The French Army in the area were decimated and i
Inspired by the lovely old potholders from times past, this hands-on manual offers lovely kitchen patterns and projects for crocheters of all skill levels. Small projects, including placemats, dish cl
A high quality guide to perhaps the world's most famous literary familyCharlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte are the authors of some of the best-loved books in the English language, including Jane Eyre (1
An edited version of the text Criminal Prosecution and Capital Punishment of Animals—omitting much of the legal analysis and concentrating on an extraordinary range of trialsTo try an animal in a cour
