Category Archives: Travel Guides
Images Of Nature – The Art Of The First Fleet
In 1788, nearly fifteen-hundred people on eleven sailing ships came ashore at Port Jackson in Australia after a gruelling eight month journey from England. This collection of vessels later became known as the First Fleet, and those who sailed in them were the community who established the first European colony in Australia. The Art of
Wildlife Photograher of the Year Portfolio 21
Presenting the year`s very best wildlife images, Wildlife Photographer of the Year Portfolio 21 is the latest memorable collection of photographs from this highly successful series. It features all winning and commended photographs from the Veolia Environnement Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2011 competition. Taken by the world`s top professional and amateur photographers, the images
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Portfolio 22
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Portfolio 22, a collection of all the winning and commended images in the 2012 Veolia Environment Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition, the most prestigious event of its kind in the world. These memorable and inspiring photos were selected from more than 48,000 entries representing 48 countries.The photographs were chosen
The Art of Audubon II
The Birds of America is one of the best known natural history books ever produced and also the most valuable – a complete set sold at auction in December 2010 for GBP 7.3 million which is a world record for a book. First published in double elephant size (approximately a metre tall) in the first
Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Portfolio 24
For 50 years, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition has championed honest and ethical wildlife photography, while pushing the boundaries of artistic freedom, technical skill and narrative excellence. This powerful collection of pictures features all the winning photographs from the prestigious 50th competition. The collection represents the work of many international photographers, both professionals
The Queen & Mr Brown: A Day for Dinosaurs
Join Britain`s much-admired monarch on one of her rare days-off, as she and her loveable pet corgi Mr Brown enjoy an action packed adventure at London`s Natural History Museum. On a grey, gloomy and unbearably miserable day, the two friends go in search of dinosaurs. Armed with sandwiches and biscuits they encounter immense skeletons, huge
The Queen & Mr Brown: A Night in the Natural History Museum
Britain`s monarch is back for another animal adventure as she and her loveable pet corgi Mr Brown visit London`s Natural History Museum after hours. In the dead of night, when all the visitors have left the Museum, the two friends go in search of the Queen`s secret passion – natural history. They encounter enormous woolly
Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Portfolio 25
For 50 years, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition has championed honest and ethical wildlife photography, while pushing the boundaries of artistic freedom, technical skill and narrative excellence. This powerful collection of pictures features all the winning photographs from the 2015 competition. The collections represents the work of many international photographers, both professionals and
Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Unforgettable Behaviour
A collection of astonishing images of animal behaviour, from the award-winning Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition – the most famous and prestigious event of its kind in the world. Each captures a moment that reveals a special aspect of an animal`s lifestyle or a surprising element of behaviour, sometimes photographed for the very first
Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Portfolio 27
This powerful collection features the 100 winning images from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2017 competition. They represent the skill and talent of photographers from around the planet and the many different ways of portraying the beauty, drama and diversity of the natural world.The photographs were chosen by an international jury for their artistic
The Museum Collection: Postcards in a Box
This unique box set contains 50 stunning colour postcards which showcase both the unique specimens and architectural gems of the Natural History Museum. Ranging from the amazing to the amusing, the images are evocative and brimming with detail. The postcards feature many rare and exceptional natural wonders, as well as glimpses of some of the
Discovering Dorothea: The Life of the Pioneering Fossil-Hunter Dorothea Bate
In 1898, a 19-year-old girl marched into the Natural History Museum and demanded a job. At the time, no women were employed there as scientists, but for the determined Dorothea Bate this was the first step in an extraordinary career as a pioneering explorer and fossil-hunter and the beginning of an association with the Museum
Treasures of the Natural History Museum: Pocket Edition
The treasures highlighted here are selected both from objects on display and those stored behind the scenes. Each one is chosen for its scientific importance, striking beauty or intriguing story–and sometimes all three. Among the many exceptional natural wonders featured are: a rare meteorite from Mars; Darwin`s celebrated finch specimens; a lethal claw from the
Suenos World Spanish Course Book Vol 1
Suenos World Spanish 1 is ideal for adult beginners, whether learning at home or in a class. It will enable you to communicate in Spanish-speaking countries throughout the world and gives you an insight into the rich diversity of cultures in Spain and Latin America. This course book is designed to be used with the
Suenos Cd Pack
Suenos World Spanish 1 is ideal for adult beginners, whether learning at home or in a class. It will enable you to communicate in Spanish-speaking countries throughout the world and gives you an insight into the rich diversity of cultures in Spain and Latin America. These four 75-minute audio CDs are designed to be used
In Search of Shakespeare
Almost 400 years after his death, William Shakespeare is still acclaimed as the world`s greatest writer, and yet the man himself remains shrouded in mystery. In this absorbing historical detective story, the acclaimed broadcaster and historian Michael Wood takes a fresh approach to Shakespeare`s life, brilliantly recreating the turbulent times through which the poet lived:
The Natural History of Britain
Accompanying a major new BBC1 series presented by Alan Titchmarsh, British Isles: A Natural History is a fascinating journey through the natural history of Britain from its birth to the present day. Written in Alans uniquely readable style, the book chronicles the different periods in Britain`s evolution, exploring everything from the geology and geography to
In The Footsteps Of Alexander The Great
Michael Wood travels over 30,000 kilometres on land, by bus, jeep , train, camel, horse, mule and on foot in a bid to retrace Alexander the Great`s epic journey from Greece to India. On the way he experiences what the Greeks went through for himself and uncovers interesting new insights into Alexander`s achievements. Alexander`s expedition
In Search of the Trojan War
Michael Wood examines whether the legendary figures of Troy, Achilles, Hector, Paris and Helen, actually existed and whether events such as the siege of Troy ever occured. New evidence uncovered at the excavation site of what is believed to be the city of Troy and events including the rediscovery of the so-called jewels of Helen
In Search of the First Civilizations
Five thousand years ago there began the most momentous revolution in human history. Starting in Mesopotamia, city civilization emerged for the first time on earth, to be followed in Egypt, India, China and the Americas. The ideals of these ancient civilizations still shape the lives of the majority of mankind. “In Search of the First
