Category Archives: Travel Guides
Area 51: An Uncensored History of America`s Top Secret Military Base
It is the most famous military installation in the world. And no credible insider has ever divulged the truth about his time inside of it. Until now. This is the first book based on interviews with scientists, pilots, and engineers – 58 in total – who provide an unprecedented look into the mysterious activities of
Cobwebs and Cream Teas
A warm and funny account of what it is like to live in and run a National Trust house: Felbrigg Hall in Norfolk. When Mary Mackie`s husband became Houseman at Felbrigg Hall in Norfolk she suddenly found herself running one of the most elegant 17th-century houses in East Anglia. During their first year living in
The Mistletoe Bride and Other Haunting Tales
I hear someone coming. It has happened before. I pause and listen but no longer hear anything. I sigh. As always, hope is snatched away before it can take root. And so then, as always, I am carried back to that first December so very long ago…Rooted in the elemental landscapes of Sussex, Brittany and
Glory: A Story of Gallipoli
A poignant and compelling story of three lives torn apart by the Battle of Gallipoli. Arthur Tarrant, an Oxford graduate headed for his uncle`s law firm, changes path leaving behind his fiancee Sylvia and joins the army, destined for Gallipoli. There, his life becomes entwined with that of Fred Chaffey, a country boy from Dorset.
Into the Hands of the Soldiers: Freedom and Chaos in Egypt and the Middle East
A poignant, deeply human portrait of Egypt during the Arab Spring, told through the lives of individuals”This will be the must read on the destruction of Egypt`s revolution and democratic moment” Sarah Leah Whitson, Middle East director of Human Rights Watch”Sweeping, passionate … An essential work of reportage for our time” Philip Gourevitch, author of
The Tales of Beedle the Bard: Illustrated Edition
The dazzlingly brilliant Chris Riddell brings his magical illustration talents to J.K. Rowling`s gloriously inventive The Tales of Beedle the Bard in a fully illustrated colour edition of this essential classic for Harry Potter fans. Translated from the runes by Hermione Granger, the volume includes `The Tale of the Three Brothers`, familiar to readers of
Summer Kitchens: Recipes & Reminiscences from Every Corner of Ukraine
“A complete revelation” Nigella Lawson “What a wonderful world Olia and this cookbook transport us to” Anna Jones This summer, here are the only recipes you need…What is a `summer kitchen`? In Ukraine, it means a small cooking space located in the veg garden, away from the main house. Calling on fond childhood memories and
The Woodland Trust: Nature Explorers Woodland Activity and Sticker Book
The wood is full of wildlife! Adventure with Hetty Hedgehog, Bobby Blackbird, Rosy Rabbit and Felix Fox to discover the many wonders nature has to offer. Where can you find bluebells and pinecones? And which animals sleep through the day and only come out at night? Become a nature expert with this brilliant activity and
We Eat Bananas
Is that a flamingo munching on a banana? What about that hippo flipping pancakes? And why is that llama dressed as a lemon? There`s even a shark slurping a fruit smoothie. All the animals are eating their favourite foods in their own hilarious way. So whatever you`re eating today … tell us how it should
Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders
Kate Pankhurst, descendent of Emmeline Pankhurst, is back with a brand new wildly brilliant and accessible book about incredible women in the world of work.What do you want to be when you grow up? It`s a BIG question that everyone is asked from an early age. Discover eye-opening facts about a collection of go-getting women
Fantastically Great Women Who Saved the Planet
From bestselling author and illustrator Kate Pankhurst, descendent of Emmeline Pankhurst, comes another `smart, informative, inclusive and accessible` book about trail-blazing women. This time, it`s women who have been making decisions that have helped protect our natural world from way before it was on a political agenda. Discover their untold stories.Tackle the plastic problem with
Piecing Me Together
“Timely and timeless.” –Jacqueline Woodson”Important and deeply moving.” –John GreenAcclaimed author Renee Watson offers a powerful story about a girl striving for success in a world that too often seems like it`s trying to break her.Jade believes she must get out of her poor neighborhood if she`s ever going to succeed. Her mother tells her
Santa Jaws
Welcome to Santa`s grotto, little fishes, please come in,And meet the real-life Santa Klaus,It`s really, really him! Deep beneath the shimmering blue sea, it`s almost Christmas Eve, and Shelly the shark is VERY excited. She puts on her Santa suit and turns her cave into a festive Christmas grotto. Then she waits for all the
Fantastically Great Women Who Made History: Gift Edition
Fantastically Great Women Who Made History is the eagerly anticipated follow up to Kate Pankhurst`s hugely successful, Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, number one best-selling children`s non-fiction title in the UK market in 2017. This beautiful title looks at the stories, accomplishments and adventures of many more brilliant women from throughout history. The
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets – Gryffindor Edition
Harry Potter`s summer has included the worst birthday ever, doomy warnings from a house-elf called Dobby, and rescue from the Dursleys by his friend Ron Weasley in a magical flying car! Back at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for his second year, Harry hears strange whispers echo through empty corridors – and then the
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets – Slytherin Edition
Let the magic of J.K. Rowling`s classic series take you back to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Issued to mark the 20th anniversary of first publication of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, these irresistible House Editions celebrate the noble character of the four Hogwarts houses. Featuring gorgeous house-themed cover art and interior
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets – Ravenclaw Edition
Let the magic of J.K. Rowling`s classic series take you back to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Issued to mark the 20th anniversary of first publication of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, these irresistible House Editions celebrate the noble character of the four Hogwarts houses. Featuring gorgeous house-themed cover art and interior
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets – Hufflepuff Edition
Let the magic of J.K. Rowling`s classic series take you back to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Issued to mark the 20th anniversary of first publication of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, these irresistible House Editions celebrate the noble character of the four Hogwarts houses. Featuring gorgeous house-themed cover art and interior
99 Nights in Logar
Shortlisted for the DSC Prize 2019Laconic, sharp and playful, `99 Nights in Logar` is a stunning coming-of-age novel and a portrait of Afghanistan like no other, from an unforgettable new voice”Me and Gul and Zia and Dawoud out on the roads of Logar, together, for the first time, hoping to get Budabash back home before
Social Creature
`A Ripleyesque exploration of female insecurity set among the socialites of Manhattan` Guardian, Books of the Year`An irresistible novel about a toxic friendship taken to the extreme` ElleLavinia has it all.Lavinia has an apartment on the Upper East Side.Lavinia goes to glittering parties that last from dusk till dawn.Lavinia wants to seize life and live
