Category Archives: Travel Guides
News from Berlin
June 1941. Dutch diplomat Oscar Verschuur has been posted to neutral Switzerland. His family is spread across Europe. His wife Kate works as a nurse in London and their daughter Emma is living in Berlin with her husband Carl, a `good` German who works at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Briefly reunited with her father
Roads to Berlin: Detours and Riddles in the Lands and History of Germany
Roads to Berlin maps the changing landscape of Germany, from the period before the fall of the Wall to the present. Written and updated over the course of several decades, an eyewitness account of the pivotal events of 1989 gives way to a perceptive appreciation of its difficult passage to reunification. Nooteboom`s writings on politics,
On the Mountain
Under the mountain`s watchful gaze Fish swim, wolves race, sheep gently graze… Journey through the mountain and uncover its mysteries with this new pop-up book, featuring stunning artwork from Clover Robin.
The Minotaur`s Head: An Eberhard Mock Investigation
When Abwehr Captain Eberhard Mock is called from his New Year`s Eve revelries to attend a particularly grisly crime scene, even his notoriously robust stomach is turned. A young girl – and suspected spy – who arrived by train from France just days before, has been found dead in her hotel room, the flesh torn
Moo Moo Moo on the Farm
Mummy Mouse can`t find her babies anywhere! Join her search as she hunts high and low across the farm. With flaps to lift and peek-through holes, there`s lots to spot, count and discover along the way.
The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair
August 30, 1975.The day of the disappearance. The day Somerset, New Hampshire, lost its innocence. That summer, struggling author Harry Quebert fell in love with fifteen-year-old Nola Kellergan. Thirty-three years later, her body is dug up from his yard, along with a manuscript copy of the novel that made him a household name. Quebert is
A Walk Through Nature: A Clover Robin Peek-Through Book
Our natural world transformsevery day and month and year.But if we don`t take time to look,wonders fade and disappear…A first book of nature that encourages young readers to pause and notice when flowers bloom, discover why leaves change colour and learn how birds build intricate nests.
The Ring: & The Opposite of Death
In Italy`s impoverished south, choices are limited. Rules and traditions are more powerful than the lives of individuals, and young Italians who stand on the right side of the law still find themselves on the frontline. In `The Opposite of Death`, Maria is a seventeen-year-old widow before she has even made it to the altar;
When the Stars Come Out: Exploring the Magic and Mysteries of the Night-Time
As we delve into the magical realm that is our universe at night we discover what makes it so extraordinary…from moonbows to shooting stars and from the polar night to the northern lights. Experience how different habitats from the city to the ocean, come alive when the sun sets. Meet animals that make their own
Raoul Wallenberg: The Man Who Saved Thousands of Hungarian Jews from the Holocaust
An Honorary Citizen of the U.S.A., and designated as one of the Righteous among the Nations by Israel, Raoul Wallenberg`s heroism in Budapest at the height of the Holocaust saved countless lives, and ultimately cost him his own.A series of unlikely coincidences led to the appointment of Wallenberg, by trade a poultry importer, as Sweden`s
In Focus: Forests
Ten illustrators delve into the world`s woodlands to explore the creatures, culture and conservation for our forested areas. This super-sized book draws back the canopy of the rainforest, wends its way through the fir trees and dives into the depths to uncover fascinating facts about our forests.
Animal Homes: A lift-the-flap book of discovery
Welcome to the wonderful world of animal homes, incredible habitats where creatures rest high above our heads, and where burrowing beasts dig deep into the earth below our feet. Lift the flaps in this beautifully illustrated book to uncover some astonishing homes and the animals that live within.
Hidden World: Ocean
Learn about the fish and plants of the ocean with Hidden World. Filled with bite-sized facts, multiple flaps and sumptuous illustrations, this book is perfect for introducing young children to the wonders beneath the waves.
Farmyard Countdown!: Counting fun on the farm
Join the baby animals on their journey around the farm and count down from ten along the way!The animal board pieces on every page will delight and engage children in this farmyard rhyming tale.
Bug Hotel
Welcome to the Bug Hotel, a homemade habitat where creepy crawlies of all shapes and sizes can find a place to stay!Discover how a bug hotel can create a sustainable, safe environment for insects and mini-beasts by exploring each section, lifting the flaps and finding out facts about your favourite garden insects.
Bird House
Welcome to The Bird House, a homemade habitat where birds can safely rest and nest!Bird houses come in all shapes and sizes, designed to suit all different types of birds. Discover how bird houses can provide much-needed shelter, explore how we can help our gardens to become more bird-friendly and lift the flaps to find
Hello World: Bingo
Learn how to say “hello” in over 50 languages with this brightly coloured bingo game!Discover an array of global greetings, from the familiar to the unusual, and test your linguistic abilities as you play the fast-moving and beautifully illustrated Hello World Bingo. A perfect family game for up to 9 players.
Mind Your Manners
It`s okay to enjoy roaring loudly. We all deserve some time to play. But all lions should practice those soft growls, For the quieter times of the day. Welcome to the jungle! It`s full of misbehaving animals, from messy monkeys to grumpy grizzly bears. But with the help of our quirky, memorable rhymes and adorable
Who`s Who? Peek-through! Animals
Tortoise always takes last place Who shoots past him in the race? Who`s the fastest animal around? Peek under the flaps in this adorable animal board book to discover the answer!
My Peekaboo Animals
Explore the amazing animal kingdom with over 70 fun flaps to lift. See who`s hiding in the kangaroo`s pouch and who`s rustling around in the rainforest. Packed with facts and bright, beautiful artwork, this multi-layer flap book will keep your little one entertained for hours!
