Non-Fiction, New

It began with the horse-drawn carriage and ended with the aeroplane...An era, beginning in the 1830s and ending with the death of Queen Victoria in 1901, that saw the British...

Where did the universe come from? From early religions through Greek philosophy and Western science, man has always attempted to discover the meaning of his place in the universe. In...

Captain James Cook is one of the most recognisable in Australian history - an almost mythic figure who is often discussed, celebrated, reviled and debated. But who was the real...

'Unforgettable . . . no better compilers could have been found' - History Today'Dublin's past comes dazzlingly alive' - Publishing News'Erudite and practical simultaneously' - Gemma Hussey, Irish IndependentDublin's turbulent...

The thrilling retelling of a real-life hostage rescue mission, by SAS hero and million-selling author, Andy McNab.It is 2012 and in Northern Afghanistan, an international crisis has erupted.A group of...

Bold Move is Harvard-based psychotherapist Dr. Luana Marques' unique, tried and tested method to get you out of your rut and find the courage to create a more confident and...

From the author of bestseller Fake History, Otto English, comes a shocking yet hilarious look at ten of the greatest liars in history. 'A brilliant book.' James O'Brien Whether it's...

This brilliant, adult nonfiction debut from the acclaimed MG author and poet weaves two wrenching personal narratives of recovery and reclamation, spliced with a dazzle of pop-cultureThe Dead Don't Need...

Winner of the 2024 TLS Ackerley Prize'Part poignant memoir of time and place. Part record of the violence, and indifference, against which most girls grow up. The Stirrings is a...

'A hugely fun tale of how the super-rich buy their super-prime lairs - I was absolutely boggled throughout. Toto, I have a feeling we're not on Rightmove anymore . ....

Every morning, ecologist Tim Blackburn is inspired by the diversity contained within the moth trap he runs on his roof. Beautiful and ineffably mysterious, these moths offer a glimpse into...

Depression is one of the most common mental health problems and is estimated to affect around 15% of people at some point during their life. For many people depression is...

From the lightest lemon posset to a luscious trifle and an aromatic chocolate souffle, puddings and desserts are a delicious way to end a meal. In Britain, we are home...

Lambda Literary Award Finalist - LGBTQ Anthology2019 Over the Rainbow Recommended Book ListDedicated to trans women everywhere, this inspirational collection of letters written by successful trans women shares the lessons...

A.A. Gill was an exceptional writer. Savage and compassionate in equal measure, he was always opinionated, always original, often surprising, and his writing illuminated every page. This second collection of...

These are the reminiscences of Mariamna Davydoff, born in 1871 and forced to flee the country in 1919. Mariamna's vivid, detailed watercolours and writings reveal the intimate details of life...

A New HopeWhat is there to hope for today? How does hope manifest itself at a time when a linear understanding of the future, of growing prosperity, security, and progress...

As the son of a noble family which was nearly wiped out in the Revolution and as an ambitious politician during the July Monarchy and the Second Republic, he had...

"Servants of Nature" explores the fascinating interaction between scientific practice and public life from antiquity to the present. The authors reveal how, in Asia, Europe, and the New World, advances...

This book examines the Venetian colonies of the Eastern Mediterranean and how their built environments express the close cultural ties with both Venice and Byzantium. Using the island of Crete...

Focusing on major authors and problems from the Italian fourteenth and sixteenth centuries, from Petrarch and Boccaccio to Machiavelli, Ariosto and Tasso, A Local Habitation and a Name examines the...

It was at the height of the Cold War, in the summer of 1950, when Bruno Pontecorvo mysteriously vanished behind the Iron Curtain. Who was he, and what caused him...

This highly original, extremely enjoyable book tells the story of Britain's extraordinary scramble to world power in the 18th century and how, through hubris and incompetence, it lost almost everything...

An account of one of the biggest scientific breakthroughs of the past century...In 1950 a young American zoologist, James Watson, came to Cambridge to work on molecular biology. From 1950--1953...

The father of Communist Russia, Vladimir Ilych Lenin now seems to have emerged fully formed in the turbulent wake of World War I and the Russian Revolution. But Lenins character...

On 5 and 6 May 1864, the Union and Confederate armies met near an unfinished railroad in central Virginia, with Lee outmanned and outgunned, hoping to force Grant to fight...

From the glittering Gold Coast and bustling capital of Brisbane to the tropical north, where prehistoric rainforest meets the world's greatest coral reef, Queenland's coastline offers an unrivalled adventure playground....

A deluxe blank sketchbook that includes action-packed art from the science-fiction world of Bungie's hit online game, Destiny. In Destiny, you are a Guardian of the last city on Earth,...

Take a wild ride with the Myrtle Beach Safari and witness the heartwarming interspecies friendships created there.Wild Family reminds us that friendships aren't just for humans. When the struggles of...

A National Bestseller!Start living the life of your dreams today with the help of this inspiring guidebook from the Associate Pastor at Lakewood Church as he shows how to stop...

Prepare for the 2014 KS2 SATs with Scholastic's Practice Papers. The National Tests are changing in 2014 and, Scholastic's Practice Papers are fully in line with the new Mathematics tests...

Botanist and ecologist Ros Bennett has spent a lifetime helping people understand and identify plants, all the while nurturing her daughter Nell's love for them too, helping Nell to discover...

'The thrill is that you're actually figuring it out on your own. You're engaging with another language, not just parroting it... It's an excellent way to start, and leaves the...

A top conservative scholar reveals the Constitution's remarkable power to repair our broken civic culture, rescue our malfunctioning politics, and unify a fractious America Common ground is hard to find...

'Dr Freeman is a man of great integrity and kindness. His care has helped me through the good times and the hardships of competing in the highest level of sport'...

Celebrate House Lannister from HBO's smash hit television series Game of Thrones with this artfully designed ruled notebook.House Lannister is known for both its great wealth and ruthless cunning. Those...

Enter the epic fantasy world of HBO's Game of Thrones with this beautifully crafted journal featuring the iconic Iron Throne.Constructed by Aegon I Targaryen following the war of Conquest that...

Choose your side with this exclusive Riverdale Southside Serpents hardcover journal.The Southside Serpents may be a tough crew from the wrong side of the tracks, but their loyalty knows no...

Would you like some gentle, entertaining games to divert you as you travel? Something to keep your brain active while you're in transit? Then why not embrace the delights of...

Fascinating feline trivia meets easy-to-make drink recipes in this tasty tome dedicated to the fluffiest, sassiest, and most independent household pet-cats!-from bestselling author, award-winning mixologist, and passionate animal advocate, Natalie...

Empower yourself and deepen your faith when you learn to listen to your God-given instincts.Each of us has innate instincts that drive our actions, our feelings, and our desires. Learning...

For nature lovers, wellness enthusiasts, and modern mystics alike, Elements is a beautiful book about disconnecting from the digital world and reconnecting with nature for better health and inner peace....

A new photographic guide in the popular "Impressions" series, "Impressions of National Parks" showcases the best National Parks in the UK with stunning photographs of the landscapes, settlements and people...

Embark on a spellbinding voyage of self-discovery with this modern guide to the ancient wisdom of the zodiac Just as seers and travellers have always looked to the night skies...

Embark on a spellbinding voyage of self-discovery with this modern guide to the ancient wisdom of the zodiac Just as seers and travellers have always looked to the night skies...

The terrorist attacks on New York and Washington were carried out by men steeped in a certain Islamic ideology, which has come to be called Islamism. In A Fury for...

Lambda Literary Award Finalist - LGBTQ AnthologyWritten by and for trans and non-binary survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, Written on the Body offers support, guidance and hope for...

Jared Kindred left his home and family at the age of eighteen, choosing to wander across America on freight train cars and live on the street. Addicted to alcohol most...