Category Archives: Travel Guides
There Was an Old Giant Who Swallowed a Clock
There was an old giant who swallowed a clock. He had such a shock when he swallowed that clock!But then he swallows his knitting to muffle the clock, and swallows some moths to munch through his knitting! Will he ever stop?With a riotous rhyming text from Becky Davies (The Three Little Pugs and the Big
The Only Way is Badger
Badgers are best. Or so Badger thinks. “If it`s not black and white then it`s just not right!” he says. But what if he`s wrong? A book about acceptance, difference and learning to say sorry.
What Do You Do if Your House is a Zoo?
Oscar`s getting a pet! But which pet should he pick? And what on earth will he do when they all move in? His house is like a zoo! A book for animal lovers BIG and small.
Alice`s Wonderland Tea Party
Alice wants her tea party to be perfect. Not silly like the Mad Hatter`s. No growing or shrinking, or – WAIT a MINUTE! Where has the Cheshire Cat gone? And why is everyone upside down? A lift-the-flap and peep-hole adventure!
The Severn – Plynlimon to Bridgnorth
Flowing 220 miles from source to the sea, the Severn is Britain`s longest river. The author has followed the Severn along its first 100 or so miles, photographing the present day views to compare with the enduring historic pictures which so appealed to Edwardian tourists and travellers. The Severn Plynlimon to Bridgnorth Through Time is
Pimlico Through Time
This book takes a photographic tour of one of the City of Westminster`s more distinctive areas, and with a wealth of archive images set alongside comparison photographs from the present day shows how old neighbourhoods have evolved through the decades. Along the way are the carefully preserved Victorian streets of Pimlico`s early development and some
A Friend Like You
Squirrel and Bird are very different. One animal likes nuts and the other likes worms! But both of them are happy to try something new. And together they make the very best of friends. A beautiful tale of unlikely friendship brought to life with stunning illustrations from Sean Julian (Bear Can`t Sleep, My Dad!). A
Bear`s House of Books
Rabbit loves adventure stories, Hedgehog adores happy endings, and Mouse and Fox enjoy reading together. So when the friends discover a mysterious house full of books, it`s a dream come true! But – uh-oh! – these books belong to a very grumpy bear! Bear`s House of Books is a new book with a classic feel
When the Bees Buzzed Off!
Uh-oh! The bees have buzzed off and now the minibeasts are in a pickle. Who will pollinate the fruit and flowers? It’s up to three brave bugs to bring those buzzy bees back!Packed with fun flaps, fascinating facts and hilarious asides throughout, `When the Bees Buzzed Off!` is the perfect book to encourage little ones
The Three Little Pugs and the Big Bad Cat
Step aside, Big Bad Wolf; there`s a new troublemaker in town! With her sharp, scratchy claws and her terrible twitching tail, the Big Bad Cat is the meanest moggy around! Will the three little pugs build homes strong enough to fend off this mischievous cat? A hilarious and fresh twist on a favourite fairy tale,
Moon – night-time around the world
Have you ever wondered why the moon shines in the night-time sky`s the moon waxes and wanes above, the world below is full of busy night-time creatures; from turtles laying their eggs on white sandy beaches, to migrating birds using the moon to navigate their way to sunnier climes.Turn the peek-through pages to see the
Hibernation Hotel
Can’t doze off? Cave too cramped? Friends too loud and whiffy? Then check into a hotel. The Hibernation Hotel!A hilarious book about getting what you want ‘“ then discovering what you need. Laura Brenlla brings Bear and his friends to life with gorgeous illustrations in this laugh-out-loud story about friendship from John Kelly (Can I
Wales – A Walk Through Time: Flat Holm to Brecon
Using a historical perspective, Wales: A Walk Through Time describes a unique walk through a remarkable country. Illustrated with a fascinating collection of old photographs and contemporary images, the route has been specially chosen to explore the sheer beauty and diversity of Wales. It will eventually reach Anglesey, but in this first of three parts
Wales – A Walk Through Time: Brecon to Harlech
Using an historical perspective to enrich the journey, Wales: A Walk Through Time describes a unique walk through a remarkable country. Illustrated with a fascinating collection of old photographs and contemporary images, the route has been specially chosen to explore the beauty and history of Wales. The walk will eventually reach Anglesey, but in this
The Elephant & Castle
Originally called Newington, the Elephant and Castle is a major junction in South London, located in the Borough of Southwark. The name `Elephant and Castle` comes from a public house of the same name in the area. The pub has been rebuilt several times, and the present Elephant and Castle pub, at the junction of
Prehistoric Wiltshire
Wiltshire contains some of the most important archaeological sites in Britain.Its Prehistoric remains include the breath-taking Stonehenge, awesome stone circle at Avebury , the enigma of Silbury Hill and a large number of hillforts. Among these important sites are also found smaller, perhaps lesser-known monuments of the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages, including the King
A Woman Much Missed
A few days before Christmas, with Parma gripped by frost and fog, Ghitta Tagliavini, the elderly owner of a guesthouse in the old town centre, is found murdered in her apartment. The case is assigned to Commissario Soneri, but the investigation holds a painful, personal element that sends waves of nostalgia sweeping through him. Tagliavini`s
London Through Time
Ranging from Somerset House to the Serpentine, Smithfield Market to Selfridges, Michael Foley leads us on a tour of London`s most popular landmarks. He shows us that while much of the city is transformed decade-by-decade, London is rooted in its most persistent features. While White City would be unrecognisable to a time-travelling Edwardian, the great
Astronomy in Minutes: 200 Key Concepts Explained in an Instant
What happens when a star dies? How many asteroids are in our solar system? Can galaxies collide? What is dark energy? Astronomy in Minutes answers all these questions and more as it condenses 200 key concepts into easily digestible essays. From Trojan asteroids to stellar black holes, and from superclusters to cosmic microwave background, this
Hadrian`s Wall – History and Guide
Stretching 73 miles from coast to coast and reaching a height of about 13 feet, Hadrian`s Wall should have been counted as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Today, a World Heritage site, it stands as the most imposing monument north of the Alps and attracts millions of visitors a year. Yet,
