Category Archives: Globes
Knowledge is Beautiful – Infographics of the World
This is about much more than just information…A fascinating insight into our world, our lives and our minds, designed in David McCandless`s inspirational and endlessly-surprising signature visual style. `Knowledge is Beautiful` is the incredible, captivating follow-up to the bestseller `Information is Beautiful`, offering a deeper, more ranging look at the world and its history, as
Air Force Blue: The RAF in World War Two – Spearhead of Victory
In 2018 the RAF is one hundred years old. In his new book, destined to be a classic, Patrick Bishop examines the high point of its existence – the Second World War, when the Air Force saved the nation from defeat then led the advance to victory. A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Air warfare was a
Walter & The No-need-to-worry Suit
Introducing the first fantastic tale from the Wonderful World of Walter and Winnie – an enchanting new picture book series from Rachel Bright. We all worry. But nobody worries quite like Walter. As the Seriously Competitive Sports and Funday approaches, Walter`s worries start to roll out of control. What can his best friend Winnie and
Empires of the Dead: How One Man`s Vision Led to the Creation of WWI`s War Graves
Shortlisted for the Samuel Johnson prize for non-fiction; the extraordinary and forgotten story behind the building of the First World War cemeteries. In the wake of the First World War, Britain and her Empire faced the enormous question of how to bury the dead. Critically-acclaimed author David Crane describes how the horror of the slaughter
The Secret World of Hello Kitty: Bumper Sticker Collection
With pages and pages of stickers plus a brilliant pull out poster, this amazing book helps you to find out all about the secret world of Hello Kitty! Discover all of the things that Hello Kitty dreams about – from being a superstar, fashion designer or superhero, to having lots of friends and being happy.
Flight By Elephant: The Untold Story of World War II`s Most Daring Jungle Rescue
The incredible story of Gyles Mackrell and his Burmese, elephant-assisted wartime rescue mission. In the summer of 1942, Gyles Mackrell – a decorated First World War pilot and tea plantation overseer, performed a series of heroic rescues in the hellish jungles of Japanese-occupied Burma – with the aid of twenty elephants. At the age of
Universal Man: The Seven Lives of John Maynard Keynes
From the bestselling and award-winning author of `An English Affair`, a dazzlingly original thematic biography which throws fresh light on the greatest economist of the twentieth century. John Maynard Keynes is the man who saved Britain from financial crisis not once but twice – over the course of two World Wars. He remains a highly
The Evolution of Everything: How Small Changes Transform Our World
`If there is one dominant myth about the world, one huge mistake we all make …it is that we all go around assuming the world is much more of a planned place than it is.` From the industrial revolution and the rise of China, to urbanisation and the birth of bitcoin, Matt Ridley demolishes conventional
Middle-Earth: From Script to Screen: Building the World of the Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit
For the first time ever, the epic, in-depth story of the creation of one of the most famous fantasy worlds ever imagined, a richly illustrated compendium that reveals the breathtaking craftsmanship, artistry, and technology behind the magical Middle-earth of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Motion Picture Trilogies, directed by Peter Jackson. The
Leviathan: The Rise of Britain as a World Power
In this paperback of his acclaimed and wide-ranging study, David Scott challenges traditional assumptions about how Britain achieved her global might. Shortlisted for the Duke of Westminster Medal for Military Literature 2013 Navigating the 300 years between the Tudor accession and the loss of the American colonies Leviathan charts one of history`s greatest transformations: the
History of the World
Discover the scope of the world`s history * With exclusive article by Richard Overy * Beginning with the story of early man, and culminating in the rise of global terrorism and environmental issues, the text is a breathtaking and unrivalled narrative which includes voyages of discovery, revolutions and wars, dynasties and empires. Richard Overy, with
Tactile Illuminated Globe – Raised Relief
30 cm illuminated relief globe. Shows physical features when not lit and political boundaries when illuminated. Mountain ranges shown with raised relief. English text. Attractive wooden base. Attractive metal looking arc. Size H38, W30cm.For ages 14 years and over. Manufacturers 2 year parts guarantee. WARNING(S): Not suitable for children under 3 years old. Only for
An Autobiography
Agatha Christie`s `most absorbing mystery` – her own autobiography. Over the three decades since her death on 12 January 1976, many of Agatha Christie`s readers and reviewers have maintained that her most compelling book is probably still her least well-known. Her candid Autobiography, written mainly in the 1960s, modestly ignores the fact that Agatha had
Maximus Illuminated Gyromatic Globe 37cm
The Nova Rico Maximus Illuminated Globe is sure to make a fantastic feature in any room in your home.The globe is educational and features the world`s physical features and names so you can discover our planet.The sturdy, wooden pedestal and turnable arc give a traditional feel, whilst making it durable.The globe lights up so you
Fifty Things You Need to Know About World History
What are the key 50 events you really need to understand to grasp the developments of our world? In this highly entertaining read Hugh Williams distils world history into an insightful overview. By selecting fifty key people, places, battles, objects and events, he casts a clear eye over the way the world has developed and
The Symbole Globe Illuminated
The Symbole is a 30cm diameter illuminated globe that also shows some of the animals and marine life which inhabit the different areas around the world. An illustrated book describing the animals and marine life in more detail is included. This symbole globe would make a lovely gift for a birthday or treat.Perfect for a
Listen to the Moon
The stunning new novel of World War One from Michael Morpurgo, the nation`s favourite storyteller and multi-million copy bestseller. May, 1915. Alfie and his fisherman father find a girl on an uninhabited island in the Scillies – injured, thirsty, lost…and with absolutely no memory of who she is, or how she came to be there.
Mars Globe Illuminated (30cm)
Mars Illuminated Globe 30cm National Geographic Edge Executive shows political and physical features.- National Geographic cartography.- Walnut coloured.- Natural wooden base.- Brass coated metal arc. For overseas delivery queries please email sales@stanfords.co.uk. Thank you.
Edge Executive Globe Illuminated (30cm) NG
National Geographic 30cm Executive Antique Illuminated Globe shows political and physical features.
