Non-Fiction, New

H.J. Hewitt's classic study looks beyond the succession of campaigns, marches, raids, sieges and pitched battles that punctuated the long reign of Edward III. He focuses instead on the organization...

From the acclaimed journalist and author of Difficult Women, a timely and entertaining take-down of the genius myth, exploring the surprising history of invention, inspiration and distortion by which some...

Founded in 1948, the Israeli Air Force has seen involvement in some of the most dramatic and important conflicts of post-War history. In action during the Suez crisis and on...

It's time to peel away the layers of a cliche that is not just useless, but harmful. The claim that the twenty-first century will be Asian, just as the twentieth...

Welcome to the wonderful and exhilarating world of Vietnam! This book is a celebration of the delightful cultures and rich tapestries of life throughout the country, as seen through the...

Learn the skills of a park ranger to improve your results as a nature photographer. Douglass Owen shares his expertise as a nature photographer, teacher, and ranger for the National...

One of the most recognisable groups of birds in the world, Penguins offer a host of surprises. Normally associated with the frigid and inhospitable continent of Antarctica, just two species...

Explore the vast wild spaces and history of America's fifty-nine national parks When Yellowstone National Park was founded on March 1, 1872, it became not only the first national park...

Marvel at the tender beauty of newborns and read heartwarming stories about Brooke VanHoy's precious subjects' introduction to the world. It's human nature to melt a little when we're confronted...

This book is a photographic tribute to man's best friend and a chronicle of the many ways in which canines enhance our lives. There is no refuting the special bond...

Determining the best way to pose one subject; a way that is simultaneously flattering, appropriate, and visually appealing; can be one of the biggest challenges in designing a successful portrait....

People never tire of viewing photos of animals, and the market for pet portraiture is hot. If you love animals and photography, pet portraiture is the perfect marriage of your...

Caitlin Domanico and Jade Beall have a tremendous talent for creating captivating and meaning-rich images that highlight the various stages of motherhood. In this book, the pair teaches readers efficient...

Bring photojournalistic photography skills to your family portraiture to capture powerful, memorable candid moments that document the life of the family Photojournalists are trained to scout important events, capture mood...

Re-create sizzling pin-up and glamour portraits with a modern flair Today's portrait photographers owe a debt of gratitude to old-school pin-up and glamour photographers, who knew how to entice viewers...

Ready to learn underwater photography? Get the skills you need to take effective and artful images with point & shoot cameras, DSLRs, and even smart-phone cameras Beginning underwater photographers may...

Master low-light techniques and capture the wedding images your clients crave. Wedding photographers are under tremendous pressure to capture once-in-a-lifetime moments from the bride's preparations, to the ceremony, to the...

200 Secrets for Easier, Quicker and More Dynamic Photography Model photography may seem like a glamorous job, but it's definitely filled with an array of road bumps that can trip...

Artistic Lighting and Design for Environmental Photography In this book, Benny Migliorino teaches readers how to work with speedlights--lightweight, relatively inexpensive, and powerful palm-sized flash units--to create dramatic, dimensional, flattering...

Acclaimed photographer and photography-business guru Mimika Cooney shows you how to build a successful boutique business photographing newborns. This starts by attracting clients through strategic development of your "Love Brand,"...

A comprehensive guide to backgrounds, this guidebook instructs professional and amateur photographers on how to master the art of an often overlooked, yet essential, aspect to portrait photography. Highlighting a...

Contemporary photographs that cleverly capture a child's mood or personality whether that's a big, toothy grin or a teary tantrum are easily created with the tips and techniques explored in...

Helping readers to adapt their skills of people portraiture, this indispensable guide will demonstrate how to meet the challenges of pet portraiture. From creating a pet-friendly studio environment to handling...

100 colour photos Digital portrait photography offers a number of advantages both creatively and financially. Yet, because the learning curve is so steep, making the transition to digital can be...

This tutorial guides photographers through the processes of Polaroid and emulsion transfers, including extracting an image, making color and positional adjustments, choosing an appropriate surface, and mounting the image. Also...

This unusually well-written, skillfully organised introductory text provides an exhaustive survey of ordinary differential equations - equations which express the relationship between variables and their derivatives. In a disarmingly simple,...

A bold, revisionist study which challenges modern misconceptions about the creation of power and the operations of war, from a Professor of Strategic Studies War and power are two of...

An epic biography of the molecule that made - and could now break - everything we know All life is made from CO2 . It was there at earth's birth,...

Cleopatra had the rare distinction of connecting three great cultures. She was born of an ancient Greek Dynasty that stretched back to the time of Alexander the Great, and as...

This new, thoroughly updated ninth edition of Bradt's Tanzania Safari Guide remains the only practical guidebook to the country that reflects tourism's shift away from backpackers and budget camping safaris...

'Hilarious and harrowing, and hard to put down' Christopher Buckley, author of Thank You for Smoking 'Might be a career-destroying book... highly enjoyable' Daily Telegraph 'A spin doctor to the...

Longlisted for the Penderyn Music Book Prize 'Unique, dreamlike and poetic. I loved it.' DEBSEY WYKES, SAINT ETIENNE AND DOLLY MIXTURE It is 1994. In a loft bedroom in North...

From philosopher Agnes Callard, one of today's leading public intellectuals, comes a new and vibrant understanding of Socrates, his work, and his unique approach to learning The ancient Greek philosopher...

In the growth rings of every tree are ingrained and encrypted the stories of the tree, its environment and the changes through which it has lived. Growing archives of tree-ring...

All for wine and wine for all! You don't need to be rich or have expert knowledge - just feel confident in choosing wines that will bring you joy. Drinks...

Millions of people visit Paris every year, but many of them miss the real gems of the city: the many secret gardens, parks and squares. Everyone knows the key tourist...

Join Giorgio Linguanti, award-winning cheesemaker and founder of That's Amore Cheese, along with his team on a burrata adventure where the rich traditions of Italian cheesemaking meet contemporary culinary creativity....

Ten Out pays homage to those who have taken all ten wickets in a first-class innings. Going right back to William Lillywhite, for his feat in 1837, all told there...

The twenty-fourth issue of Australian Foreign Affairs explores how new technologies have emerged as an economic and industrial battleground, and as a key means of projecting power globally. The next...

Your Soul Purpose: Manifest a Life You Love is a practical and engaging guide to manifesting your dream life, taking you on a journey from conception to reality. Have you...

Top Walks in Australia 2nd edition is a completely updated guide featuring the best walking tracks across Australia. Australia is a mecca for bushwalkers - there are walks crossing every...

A classic Gerald Durrell title reissued by Penguin to celebrate the centenary of his birth A classic Gerald Durrell title reissued by Penguin to celebrate the centenary of his birth...

Sunday Times bestseller (over 7k copies TCM in 5 months) by leading generation expert on why work isn't working and how parental support shapes our lives, for fans of bestselling...

"Frostbite is a perfectly executed cold fusion of science, history, and literary verve . . . As a fellow nonfiction writer, I bow down. This is how it's done." -Mary...

A very Australian, very tasty guide to making your own comfort food, bush style - from social media sensations Outback Tom and Grandad Through their fun, relatable 'bush style' cooking...

Be inspired and plan your next unforgettable trip with DK travel guides Make your trip to Sri Lanka extraordinary Learn to surf in Arugam. Explore the historic fort in Galle....

Be inspired and plan your next unforgettable trip with DK travel guides Make your trip to Peru extraordinary Walking the epic trail to Machu Picchu. Enjoying fresh ceviche in Lima....

An iconic study of why women turn to right-wing politics - exploring questions of abortion, homosexuality, work and family, and more 'Feminism is hated because women are hated' Why do...