Category Archives: Travel Guides
What`s Where on Earth? Dinosaur Atlas: The Prehistoric World as You`ve Never Seen it Before
Journey back in time and find out where dinosaurs roamed. This unique children`s atlas explores each continent, revealing fossil sites and stories on every map. Dinosaur Atlas is packed with maps of early Earth and more than 40 profiles of dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals. Stare down a T Rex in North America. Watch out
What`s Where on Earth: Our World As You`ve Never Seen It Before
From earthquakes to satellites, mummies to river monsters, tour the world on an action-packed journey of fun fact discovery.This unique children`s atlas brings Earth to life through more than 60 stunning, specially commissioned 3D maps that take you on a fact-filled tour of the world. From climate change, pandemics, and endangered animals, to the internet,
A Promised Land
A riveting, deeply personal account of history in the making-from the president who inspired us to believe in the power of democracyIn the stirring, highly anticipated first volume of his presidential memoirs, Barack Obama tells the story of his improbable odyssey from young man searching for his identity to leader of the free world, describing
Baby Touch and Feel Llama
You`re never too young to start loving llamas! Introduce little ones to these adorable animals with this interactive touch and feel book. Meet llamas on the plains of Peru, watch them graze on grass, and pet them on the farm. With engaging, simple text, this adorable board book is ideal for reading aloud to babies
Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life
From Tyrannosaurus and sabre-toothed cats, to ferns and woolly mammoths, every page will captivate young readers as they travel through the history of the Earth. This collection of amazing dinosaurs, plants, and other prehistoric life will wow children and many adults, too. Showcasing more than 90 remarkable fossils, such as a fearsome Tyrannosaurus skull, delicate
Around the World in 80 Books
“Restlessly curious, insightful, and quirky, David Damrosch is the perfect guide to a round-the-world adventure in reading” Stephen GreenblattA transporting and illuminating voyage around the globe, told through eighty classic and modern books”It is always a pleasure to talk about books with David Damrosch, who has read all of them, and he is so eloquent
Mala`s Cat
Alone in a forest with only a cat for company, this is the deeply moving true story of one little girl`s remarkable survival in the shadow of the Holocaust.Growing up in the Polish village of Tarnogrod on the fringes of a deep pine forest, gives Mala the happiest childhood she could have hoped for. But,
Spy Hook
The first part of the classic spy trilogy, HOOK, LINE and SINKER, when the Berlin Wall divided not just a city but a world.Working for the Department was like marriage is supposed to be – `til death do us part` – but the Department is really not like that; and neither are many marriages, including
Spy Line
The second part of the classic spy trilogy Hook, Line and Sinker, when the Berlin Wall divided not just a city but a world.Berlin-Kreuzberg: winter 1987. Through these grey streets, many people are hunting for Bernard Samson – London`s field agent. He is perhaps the only man who both sides would be equally pleased to
The Coffee Book: Barista tips * recipes * beans from around the world
Deepen your coffee knowledge, experiment with different beans, methods, and flavours, and become a barista at home with The Coffee Book and its 70 recipes. Discover the origins of coffee and its production before exploring over 40 country profiles, showcasing the incredible variety of beans grown around the world.Appreciate the nuances of flavour from bean
Great Cities: The Stories Behind the World`s most Fascinating Places
Delve into the social and cultural history of 100 of the world`s most important cities.From the first towns in Mesopotamia to today`s global metropolises, cities have marked the progress of civilization. Written in the form of illustrated “biographies”, Great Cities offers a rich historical overview of each featured city, brought to vivid life with paintings,
The Met Lost in the Museum: A Seek-and-find Adventure in The Met
A visually stunning seek-and-find museum adventure for inquisitive kids.Seven-year-old Stevie is lost in the galleries! She needs to locate a series of artworks to find her way out and back to her family. Can you help her? Follow Stevie as she explores the most exciting and intriguing galleries and exhibitions inside The Met in this
On this Day: A History of the World in 366 Days
Journey through the history of the world, one day at a time!If you ever wondered what happened on your birthday 100 years ago, or on Christmas in the year 800 or even Halloween several years ago, then this history book is perfect for you! Discover what happened on each day of the year with this
Free: Coming of Age at the End of History – Shortlisted for the 2021 Costa Biography Award
Shortlisted for the 2021 Costa Biography AwardShortlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction”Wonderfully funny and poignant… a tale of family secrets and political awakening amid a crumbling regime. One of the nonfiction titles of the year” Luke Harding, Observer”Astonishing and deeply resonant… Ypi weaves magic in this book: I was entranced from beginning to
Knots Step by Step: A Practical Guide to Tying & Using Over 100 Knots
Avoid getting yourself in a tangle with the ultimate guide to tying and using knots! Whichever knotty scenario you find yourself in, from in your own garden, to up in the mountains or across seas, this reference book will take you from novice to expert rope tier.Covering more than 100 knots for climbing, sailing, horse-riding,
A Short History of the Vietnam War
This is the definitive story of one of the longest and most controversial conflicts in US history.Created in association with the Smithsonian Institution, this authoritative history of the Vietnam War examines the key figures and events of the conflict, and its lasting effects on the world. Combining compelling text with maps and archive photography, A
How To Save Our Planet: The Facts
“Punchy and to the point. No beating around the bush. This brilliant book contains all the information we need to have in our back pocket in order to move forward” Christiana Figueres, Former Executive Secretary UN Climate Change Convention”A timely and important book, not only laying out the facts…but suggesting real solutions to the challenges
Passing
Clare Kendry has severed all ties to her past. Elegant, fair-skinned and ambitious, she is married to a white man who is unaware of her African-American heritage.When she renews her acquaintance with her childhood friend Irene, who has not hidden her origins, both women are forced to reassess their marriages, the lies they have told
Poo Poo Bum Bum Wee Wee
Poo poo, bum bum, wee wee -I sing my toilet song.Poo poo, bum bum, wee wee -I sing it all day long!Encourage toddlers and young children to use the toilet confidently with this hilarious rhyming picture book! Featuring bright, friendly illustrations and a very catchy rhyme, this fun picture book has been written in consultation
You`ll Be the Death of Me
From the international bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying comes a brand-new addictive thriller. Ivy, Mateo and Cal used to be close – best friends back in middle school.Now all they have in common is a bad day. So for old time`s sake they skip school together – one last time.But when the
