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Determining where and how to store a model railway when it is not in use can be difficult, especially if space is limited; a folding railway layout can be the solution to this problem. In this book, the author describes all aspects of how to build the folding case and how to construct the layout using lightweight materials such as rigid foam.

Precious metal wire is a versatile material that can be used to great advantage in jewellery design. This book focuses on using soldering techniques to confidently construct wearable wire jewellery designs. It includes fundamental skills such as cutting, filing, annealing and soldering, and encourages the maker to master these basic techniques.

Tells the story of how the two companies worked together to produce the Rover 800 and its cousin, the Honda Legend. This book sets out the full history looking at the design and development of all models: saloons, Fastbacks and Coupes; the Sterling in North America; contemporary after market modifications; Police usage and export variants.

Introduces potential owners to everything they need to know about donkey guardianship, with useful information about diet, bedding and grooming. This book also includes information about addressing behavioural issues using patience, kindness and bodywork using the Tellington TTouch techniques - a non-invasive system of touch and massage.

Aimed specifically at the engineer for use in the workshop, this book is intended to take away as much as possible of the mathematics and mystique from calculating gear ratios. It also includes Myford and other types of lathes; approximations and alternatives; errors and their significance and the non-gearbox mini-lathe.

The story of Jensen favouring American V8 power began during the 1930s, with the building of their first prototype car. This book examines the C-V8, Interceptor and FF models as well as Jensen's use of Chrysler, Ford and General Motors engines.

Reveals the history of all four generations of compact Jaguar, and their Daimler equivalents, tracing the gradual development of Sir William Lyons' original idea over a period between 1955 and 1969. From the powerful, luxury MK 1 and 2 cars to the 4.2-litre 420, this book covers design, development and styling; special-bodied variants; and more.

Starting with the early years of Victoria's reign, this book examines the developments and evolution of fashionable dress as it progressed throughout her six decades as queen.

Featuring serious and comical observations parallel its chequered life, this book focuses on its beginnings in the blacksmith's shop to over-designed and lovingly engineered treasures from the small Birmingham machinist.

Centring on the period of the official existence of the Rover Group, this book examines the events leading up to its formation in 1986 and its controversial aftermath, following its dismemberment in 2000. It features accounts from Rover employees, as well as a foreword by Jon Moulton, the man behind several bids to acquire elements of the company.

Offering an explanation on bow set and arrow tuning, this book offers an detailed advice on how to produce a good shot cycle; choosing the right bow and arrows and how to prepare physically and mentally for competition. It also includes photographic sequences clearly illustrating how to achieve good form and close up photographs of equipment.

Even the most hands-on of classic bike enthusiasts will often shy away from working on their bike's electrical system, believing they have neither the skill nor the knowledge for such work. Starting with basic electrical theory, this book demonstrates a wealth of electrical tips and techniques, providing a progressive and more.

With its colourful photographs, easy-to-use diagrams, and spiral binding so you can lay it flat for quick reference, this handy guide demonstrates over 35 lessons that incorporate cones and poles.

Acrylics are a versatile and exciting medium, but how can you get the most from these paints? This book shows you how. With step-by-step examples, it explains the core brush skills for a beginner.

Painting in mixed media combines all the excitement and potential of different materials and techniques. Whether you love the vibrancy of pastels, the versatility of acrylics or the dynamism of collage, this book shows you how to combine them to make a unique piece of art.

Magic - an unanalyzable charm, a strong fascination so that the whole is more than the sum of its parts.

High magnification photography is immensely exciting and rewarding. Through the close-up lens, everyday objects produce images, and small creatures show amazing detail that usually goes unnoticed. This book offers a guide to each step of the close-up process, and a source of inspirational ideas and subjects for producing high-impact images.

Suitable for all athletes at the beginning or development stages of their sprint careers who are committed to running faster, this book covers various sprint events from 60metres to 400 metres, as well as the hurdles and relay; principles of biomechanics, limiting factors and potential areas of capability; and training and planning.

Analyses the core techniques in depth and through step-by-step photography for the benefit of both beginner and experienced Judo players. This title identifies the techniques that define Judo as a fighting art and looks at how students should practise and develop these key skills.

This is your comprehensive guide to the best long distance trails in Britain, leading you through landscapes rich in history, wildlife and views. There are walks for every level of fitness and contributions from experienced walkers, with practical advice and accompanying maps and explanatory illustrations.

Britain has a long and rich tradition of woodcrafts and what, since about the 1970s, have been called the 'greenwood crafts'. This book focuses on using wood that contains sap and that is easy to work with simple hand tools to produce beautiful and useful products.

A guide that examines the demands of each of the positions in the threequarters, and analyses the specific positional roles and responsibilities. It helps coaches to place the right player in the right position.

Written for those who are new to the craft of bricklaying, and those who are improving their skills, this title provides an overview of the materials, processes, craft skills and related subjects to enable the reader to construct their own simple brickwork projects and undertake brickwork-related maintenance projects around the home.

Explains the basic rules of portraiture, as well as covering more complex ideas of image making. Set out in chronological order as a photographer would approach a shoot, this title explains each step of the process, including post-production and printing.

Whatever your experience, whether new to the subject or a seasoned entomologist, this book helps you capture the beauty of insects by helping you understand their structure and appreciate their behaviour, movement, colour and habitat.

Bentley Since 1965 tells the story of the revival of the Bentley marque and the technical developments that shaped the company's latter-day history. To illustrate the fall and rise of Bentley, this book goes right back to the origins of the 1960s T series cars through to the current Continental. The modern Bentley has become a huge success story without losing any of its exclusivity.

Explores in detail all aspects of owning and caring for individual breeds of dog. Written in an accessible style, this book focuses on providing practical information about caring for your Golden Retriever, and will be an essential resource for all dog owners and professionals.

In this new book, Susanne von Dietze, author of the bestselling book and DVD Balance in Movement, explains how to dynamically stabilize your back so you can ride with "feel" and in tune with riding's demands on your body, and your horse's, at all times.

A fully illustrated history of the Land Rover 101 One-Tonne - the forward-control military vehicle developed as a gun tractor for the British Army, in production from 1975-1978.