Category Archives: Accessories

My Simple Italian: 100 Inspired Recipes from One of Britain`s Best Italian Chefs

Theo Randall loves Italian food. As head chef at the iconic River Cafe he won a Michelin star for his Italian menus and his restaurant Theo Randall at the InterContinental is consistently voted on of the best Italians in the UK. In his new book, Theo wants to show you how to make his favourite

The Paradox of Choice: Why More is Less, Revised Edition

In the spirit of Alvin Toffler`s Future Shock, a social critique of our obsession with choice, and how it contributes to anxiety, dissatisfaction and regret. This paperback includes a new preface from the author. Whether we`re buying a pair of jeans, ordering a cup of coffee, selecting a long-distance carrier, applying to college, choosing a

Drinks

Cocktails are back in a big way – but no more `2 for 1` Tequila Sunrises. Today`s cocktails are a sensory experience, concocted by experts on taste and aroma – and none is more expert than Tony Conigliaro, expert alchemist and award-winning barman. Drinks is a stunning contemporary cocktail guide, which nods to the history

Stick Cat: A Tail of Two Kitties

There`s a new pet in town: Stick Cat! Perfect for fans of Big Nate, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and the Stick Dog books, Stick Cat features Tom Watson`s trademark combination of laughs, adventure, and hilarious stick-figure drawings. It`s a big day in the big city for Stick Cat and his best friend, Edith. There

How to Build a Girl

My name`s Johanna Morrigan. I`m fourteen, and I`ve just decided to kill myself. I don`t really want to die, of course! I just need to kill Johanna, and build a new girl. Dolly Wilde will be everything I want to be, and more! But as with all the best coming-of-age stories, it doesn`t exactly go

The Noisy Book

From Margaret Wise Brown-author of the childhood favorite Goodnight Moon-and Caldecott-winning illustrator Leonard Weisgard comes The Noisy Book, now back in print in a sturdy board book! The little dog, Muffin, hears a noise. Squeak squeak squeak.What could it be?Originally published in 1939, the classic story of the little dog, Muffin, accompanied by big and

The Social Leap: The New Evolutionary Science of Who We Are, Where We Come From, and What Makes Us Happy

In the compelling popular science tradition of Sapiens and Guns, Germs, and Steel, a groundbreaking and eye-opening exploration that applies evolutionary science to provide a new perspective on human psychology, revealing how major challenges from our past have shaped some of the most fundamental aspects of our being.The most fundamental aspects of our lives-from leadership

Shaking Things Up: 14 Young Women Who Changed the World

“Each poem and illustration shines with a personality all its own.” -Shelf Awareness (starred review)”This book has definitely made an impact on my life.” -Kitt Shapiro, daughter of Eartha KittFresh, accessible, and inspiring, Shaking Things Up introduces fourteen revolutionary young women-each paired with a noteworthy female artist-to the next generation of activists, trailblazers, and rabble-rousers.From

Marine Knots: How to Tie 40 Essential Knots: Waterproof Cover and Detachable Rope

Waterproof Cover and Detachable Practice Rope Packed with helpful step-by-step instructions and beautifully detailed illustrations, Marine Knots includes forty different knots every water sportsperson-including sailors, motor boat enthusiasts, waterskiers, paddle boarders, kayakers, canoers, and more need to practice their craft or hobby safely and confidently. With Marine Knots, you`ll learn how to tie a variety

In Search of a Kingdom: Francis Drake, Elizabeth I, and the Perilous Birth of the British Empire

“FASCINATING. … Dramatic and timely.” -New York Times Book Review, Editors` ChoiceIn this grand and thrilling narrative, the acclaimed biographer of Magellan and Columbus reveals the singular adventures of Sir Francis Drake, whose mastery of the seas during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I changed the course of history”Entrancing. … Very good indeed.” -Wall Street

Everything Is F*cked: A Book About Hope

From the author of the international mega-bestseller `The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck` comes a counterintuitive guide to the problems of hope. We live in an interesting time. Materially, everything is the best it`s ever been-we are freer, healthier and wealthier than any people in human history. Yet, somehow everything seems to be

Lovely Beasts: The Surprising Truth

A stunning debut picture book that encourages kids to look beyond first impressions by sharing unexpected details about seemingly scary wild animals like gorillas, rhinoceroses, and more. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6. It`s a fun way to learn to read

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Interactive (MinaLima Edition): (Illustrated with Interactive Elements)

A deluxe gift edition of L. Frank Baum`s cherished children`s classic, vividly reimagined with beautiful four-color artwork and nine interactive features created by MinaLima, the award-winning design studio behind the graphics for the Harry Potter film franchise.Hailed as “America`s greatest and best-loved homegrown fairytale” by the Library of Congress, L. Frank Baum`s classic story has

Two Little Trains

Puff, Puff, Puff Chug, Chug, Chug Two little trains are heading West. One is a shiny, streamlined train, moving fast. The other is a little old train, moving not so fast. Both will travel through long dark tunnels, through snow and dust. What else can they have in common? Much more than you think!

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Who is Tom Ditto?

Tom got a note from his girlfriend. It says she hasn`t left him, but she`s gone. But where the hell is she? When is she coming back? And what is Tom supposed to do in the meantime? With each new clue to Hayley`s whereabouts, Tom is forced to question whether he truly knows his girlfriend

Too Much Information: Or: Can Everyone Just Shut Up for a Moment, Some of Us are Trying to Think

It`s hard to imagine a world where anything you could possibly want to know about – and everything you don`t even know you want to know about – isn`t accessible 24-hours a day, seven days a week, with just a few taps of our fingers. But that world once existed. And Dave Gorman remembers it.

Britain and Northern Ireland Collins Big Road Atlas 2023 A3 SPIRAL-BOUND

The ultimate 3.2 miles to 1 inch scale large format paperback road atlas of Britain, featuring Collins` popular and well established road mapping, and designed for exceptional clarity and ease of use. The atlas has a wide range of urban area maps at even larger scale and 64 detailed town centre street plans. This fully

Britain and Ireland Collins Handy Road Atlas 2023 A5 SPIRAL-BOUND

This easy-to-use, handy A5 sized road atlas with popular lie-flat spiral binding features extremely clear route planning maps of Britain and Ireland and fits neatly into your glove box, briefcase or bag. The atlas has been fully updated. The maps of Britain are at 9.9 miles to 1 inch (1:625,000) and the whole of Ireland

NC500 Collins Pocket Map – The perfect way to explore North Scotland

Explore new places with handy pocket maps from Collins. Handy little full colour map of the popular North Coast 500 route. A perfect guide for travelling around Northern Scotland. Detailed mapping and tourist information ideal for any road trip. Main features of this map include:* Clear mapping* Tourist attractions located and described* Ideal for touring