In 2009 Dolores Payas, Spanish translator of several of Patrick Leigh Fermor's books, visited her subject in his house in Greece for the first time. Out of this first encounter emerged a friendship th
This charming and witty prequel to Cranford is a neglected Gaskell classic with all the period detail, distinctively drawn characters, and a well-knitted plot associated with her worksEnjoying the com
MARY THOMAS’ DICTIONARY OF EMBROIDERY STITCHESFirst published in 1934, Mary Thomas' Dictionary of Embroidery Stitches has long been a well-loved favorite of novice and experienced embroiderers alike!
Cassandra questions her sanity when Ellie moves into the village. Is she going mad, or is Ellie trying to make her think that’s what is happening? Cassandra is contentedly married to Dan, and they rub
A large-format highly illustrated series for very young children. It explores feelings and emotions, with an emphasis on expressing—and learning to manage those feelings. The books will help develop e
A large-format highly illustrated series for very young children. It explores feelings and emotions, with an emphasis on expressing—and learning to manage those feelings. The books will help develop e
A witty, energetic, elegant eulogy to the beauty and power of the 45rpm vinyl record and the small but significant part it played in a small town community in 1982Early in the decade that taste forgot
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
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
The unveiling of a new memorial stirs deep emotions in a remote North Pennines village as the people honor their war dead. However, pride is in short supply at the ceremony as anger spills over and de
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
Inspired by nature and the treasures of ancient cultures, this project book contains 24 patterns for making beautiful socks. Proving that socks can be far more than everyday footwear, Edelgard Janssen
This book is part of the Images of England series, which uses old photographs and archived images to show the history of various local areas in England, through their streets, shops, pubs, and people.
Gerald of Wales, Giraldis Cambrensis, Gerald the Welshman, Gerald the Marcher - his many names reflect the long and multi-faceted career of one of the most fascinating figures of the Middle Ages. Desc
Historic Ipswich is the home to ghosts, witches, mysterious sounds, orbs, and poltergeists. In this new book, veteran local guide and researcher Pete Jennings provide a chilling journey into the unkno
Welsh genealogy is usually included with its English cousin, but there are significant differences between the two, and anyone wishing to trace their Welsh ancestry will encounter peculiarities that a
J. Samuel White & Company was the oldest firm on the Admiralty List and built 252 ships for the Royal Navy alone. The yard’s closure in 1966 ended 300 years of shipbuilding during which time the c
During the Great War millions of men lived in the trenches of the Western Front. It is almost impossible for us to really understand how they coped in such a confined space with the constant terror of
A tribute to the female agents whose war in the shadows saved thousands of lives, this is the first-ever to tell the story of all 40 SOE female agents of F Section, including Nancy Wake The history of
The first English language book about Studio Ghibli, now updated to include The Wind RisesThe animations of Japan’s Studio Ghibli are among the highest regarded in the movie industry. Their delightful
"Not for the nervous." —Daily MirrorThe mutant white rat had grown and mated, creating offspring in its own image. They dominated the others, the dark-furred ones, who foraged for food and brought it
Man versus rat—the balance of power has shiftedThe long-dreaded nuclear conflict has come. The city is torn apart and its people destroyed or mutilated beyond hope. For just a few, survival is possibl
November is Sean O'Brien's first collection since his widely celebrated The Drowned Book, the only book of poetry to have won both the Forward and T. S. Eliot prizes. November is haunted by the missin
For David Starr, being cast as Nancy in the upcoming school production of Oliver! is quite a shock. But David is up to the challenge. Living in a three-bedroom semi in 1970s working-class East Dulwich
A moving new love story from this bestselling, ever-popular saga writer.?Scarborough, 1880.?Young Jeannie spends her days watching her mother and the other harbour girls sitting at the water's edge --
England's most exciting young soccer player tells the story?of his meteoric rise to fame?When the name of Theo Walcott was included in the England squad for the 2006 World Cup, shock waves ran through
The new book in the Roman trilogy, from the highly acclaimed historical novelist, Douglas Jackson.?Gaius Valerius Verrens returns to Rome from the successful campaign against Boudicca in Britain. Now
In the vein of Victoria Hislop and Julia Gregson, this engrossing and poignant debut conjures up a Cretan village peopled with vivid characters, a wealth of fascinating historical detail, and amazing
The final, heart-pounding installment in June Hampson's compelling gangland saga series?It's 1983 and Daisy Lane is battling to keep her son, Jamie, under some kind of control. His older brother Eddie
Since Gemmology was published, readers have used it to gain an in-depth appreciation of the science of gemmology, its history, and practice. This third edition has been completely revised to cover the
Written for riders who wish to extend their horses’ athletic lives and make them better, happier performers, this guide defines the practice of collection and explains how to train horses in it. Colle
With instructions on the best ways to teach a horse tricks using positive reinforcement, this guide provides trainers with ways to make their horses become better performers and be more responsive. Th
Using an ordinary counterbalance loom, this guide teaches beginning weavers how to create an array of projects featuring the warp-faced rep-weave technique, which initially appears very complex but is
The ultimate guide to Latin, for its own sake, to improve your English, and to make you better at everything elseLatin is "it", the most wonderful "thing". It is mi
This book is part of the Images of England series, which uses old photographs and archived images to show the history of various local areas in England, through their street
The folklore of the Scottish Highlands is unique and very much alive. Anne Ross is a Gaelic-speaking scholar and archaeologist who has lived and worked in crofting communities, which has enabled her t
This book is part of the Images of?England series, which uses old photographs and archived images to?show the history of?various local areas in England, through their streets, shops, pubs, and people.
