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A practical, inspirational and charming guide to sketching in towns and cities from world-acclaimed artists Jeanette Barnes and Paul Brandford.

Join us on a behind-the-scenes tour of the filming locations for the award-winning Netflix series The Crown.

Award-winning and Instagram-followed botanical artist Carolyn Jenkins demonstrates how to create stunning compositions that are full of colour and impact.

A fresh take on capturing the human form - character, movement and grace - in contemporary watercolours by artist and tv presenter Leo Crane.

A stunning visual celebration of the model for social housing, the Golden Lane Estate, with commissioned photography, illuminating architectural history of the building and fascinating interviews with residents of the Estate.

A straightforward and frank guide that shows you how to apply the Royal Marine development programme to everyday life and unlock your potential.

A sumptuous celebration of London's internationally famous Barbican Arts Centre for the 40th anniversary of its opening in 1982.

An entertaining and enthralling collection of myths, tales and traditions surrounding our trees, woodlands and forests from around the world.

A fully illustrated volume of the classic Christina Rossetti poem, Goblin Market, which resonates still today, and is the most beautiful book for any poetry lover.

This book explores the history of alfresco dining and discovers how different generations have picnicked in style. Whether you're off to Henley or escaping to a quiet corner of the countryside, it contains ideas for stylish accessories as well as recipes to inspire you.

Step behind the scenes of the biggest mystery of the British IslesLoch Ness is one of the most popular visitor sites in the world. Its stunning beauty draws many, but far more come to experience the mystery of the monster that may lurk in its waters. Known affectionately as 'Nessie', this elusive creature has been chased with great zeal for over a century (it has been seen by over 1000 people) and this enthusiasm shows no sign of diminishing.A new edition, rewritten and with fresh new images, of a Pitkin classic that examines the evidence and the various sitings on this perennial mystery.

An instructional and invaluable book about the crucial questions that masters ask themselves before committing to a move and how knowing the answers will improve your play.

An insightful new book, perfect for newcomers to chess, that divulges practical advice and explains technical terms that chess books often overlook.

As 2018 heralds the arrival of Prince Louis for the House of Windsor, who is fifth in line to the throne, this book outlines all he can expect as a baby in the modern royal household. Exploring the history on the upbringing of royal children from Tudor births, this book looks at how customs and traditions have changed.

Follow in the footsteps of royalty past and present on this journey through England's capital and beyond to Kew, Hampton Court and Windsor.London has a charm that draws visitors from home and abroad who are looking to explore what England's capital city has to offer. The fact that for hundreds of years Britain has had a Royal Family is part of that charm, and the unique history of our monarchy forms the basis of Royal London.From palaces and parks to pomp and ceremony, from streets with royal connections to statues commemorating past sovereigns and their consorts, much of today's royal London is readily available to any visitor who wishes to seek it out. But it is fascinating, too, to reflect on how parts of London came about, thanks to those monarchs who have lived, loved, lost and left a royal footprint.Sites include: Buckingham Palace, St James's Palace, Kensington Palace, Palace of Westminster,Westminster Abbey,St Paul's Cathedral,Tower of London, V&A Museum, Green Park, Hyde Park, Greenwich Observatory,Hampton Court, Windsor Castle.

A companion title to Bridgerton's England, Bridgerton's Bath takes a more detailed look at the locations used right across the city from the Royal Crescent to the Holburne Museum and famous Assembly Rooms.

Cas Holmes draws inspiration from the 'everyday' in this thoughtful book, using materials and subjects close to home to create exquisite works connected to time and place.

A fascinating survey of unbuilt and abandoned architectural projects from all over the world, by great architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier and Zaha Hadid.

Celebrated nature writer and enthusiast Amy Jane Beer gives you a wonderful story of tree life - botanical, historical, folkloric, poetic and cultural for every day of the year, in this beautifully illustrated book.

Bridgerton's England is a perfect companion to the record-breaking Netflix series, mapping the key locations used to portray George III's Regency in the enthralling period drama.

An eclectic collection of fact and fiction, fantasy and experience, this fascinating book incorporates prose, poetry and practical advice for every day of the year.

Industrial Britain details the fascinating history of industrial architecture in Britain by architectural historian and artist, Hubert Pragnell.

Acclaimed mixed-media artist Mike Bernard and art writer Susie Hodge share guidance, ideas and techniques on coastal painting through step-by-step projects and experimental exercises.

Beautiful illustrations of calves, chicks and cubs from Hannah Dale to celebrate our world's wonderful wildlife.

An entertaining and engrossing collection of myths and legends of the seas, rivers and lakes from around the globe.

A beautifully illustrated daily anthology that brings you the very best of nature writing from around the world and through the centuries, from Pliny the Elder's Natural History to modern authors such as Helen Macdonald and Robert Macfarlane.

An exceptionally moving and intimate insight into the mind of Vincent van Gogh, this book captures the artist's domestic life, his spiritual torment and the process of creation.

The unique characteristics of Oxford are captured in this stunning photographic collection - the famous colleges and grand buildings, the parks, the riverside walks and the wide streets. This is the perfect souvenir of a visit to Oxford.

Learn beautiful wrapping tricks and techniques to create unique gifts all with material that is recyclable, reusable and sustainable.

A great book for expressing your creative fashion urges, with doodling, drawing and colouring exercises to fill in. Lots of exercises to get the creative juices going and bring out the fashionista in you.