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Whipmaking is the highest refinement of the art of leather braiding. This revised edition introduces another major category of whips-those made in the Mongol tradition. Braiding details are shown in...

Bruno Mars: an unofficial biography. Straddling a plethora of genres, Bruno Mars' music contains a huge mix of styles and influences, ranging from pop and rock to reggae, RandB, soul...

This nonfiction picture book explores the great history of evolution for young readers of all ages, because curious minds are looking for answers to how the first cells began to...

This is the story of Hanns Scharff the master interrogator of the Luftwaffe who questioned captured American fighter pilots of the USAAF Eighth and Ninth Air Forces in World War...

This practical guide explains how to weave chair seats using cane. If you want to learn to weave patterns such as the Double Victoria, Star and Daisy, this is the...

This beautiful book celebrates the art of ornamental woodcarving and introduces the fundamental skills that support all good sculpture. Written by an acclaimed carver, it gives an overview of the...

Master the art of modern calligraphy and use colour to create your own unique style. This book explains the basics of modern calligraphy, breaking down each stroke and letterform with...

Caldecott Honor-winning Steve Jenkins provides a top-to-bottom look at the ocean, from birds and waves to thermal vents and ooze. Half the earth's surface is covered by water more than...

For this updated edition, David Bevington has included in his introductory section a thorough consideration of recent critical and stage interpretations of Antony and Cleopatra, demonstrating how the theatrical design...

This introductory textbook provides students with a system-level perspective and the tools they need to understand, analyze and design digital systems. Going beyond the design of simple combinational and sequential...

John Curtin remains a venerated leader. His role as Labor's wartime supremo is etched deep into the national psyche: the man who put Australia first, locked horns with Churchill, forged...

On the 11th of November 1934 over 300,000 people gathered on the slopes of Melbourne's Domain to witness the dedication of the Shrine. It was the largest state war memorial...

For Swifties who just can't get enough, here are 34 more super Swiftie word search puzzles! The puzzles feature exciting Taylor trivia, cool facts, and endless fun! This activity book,...

One of the most widely used texts in its field, this volume introduces the differential geometry of curves and surfaces in both local and global aspects. The presentation departs from...

Be careful what you wish for - you may get it! That's what happens to five children when they decide to dig a hole through the Earth to see whether...

If you have ever tried to do a card trick and failed, you know what it is to be embarrassed. You may try to cover up by doing a more...

One of Inspector Maigret's strangest and most compelling cases The discovery of a dismembered body in the Canal Saint Martin leads Maigret into a tangled, baffling case involving a taciturn...

The perfect gift for little bundles of joy from our favourite furry friend, Peter Rabbit. The perfect gift for little bundles of joy from our favourite furry friend, Peter Rabbit....

Join Peppa and George on a beach camping adventure with Granny and Grandpa Pig! Peppa and George are visiting Granny and Grandpa Pig when they decide to go on a...

A bright and interactive pull-and-slide flap book, ideal for babies and toddlers. Little Puppy is very good at hiding and Mama Dog needs your help to find him! Join Mama...

Celebrate your birthday with a gloriumptious party featuring your favourite Roald Dahl characters! Celebrate your birthday with a gloriumptious party featuring your favourite Roald Dahl characters! It's time to play...

A hilarious yet heartwarming tale from incredible new talent Rachel Morrisoroe and bestselling illustrator Ella Okstad that offers practical advice about dealing with worry whilst taking you along on the...

It's 'All About Me' week at playgroup and Madame Gazelle asks the class to dress up as what they want to be when they are older - but Peppa doesn't...

Daddy Pig makes all Peppa's dreams come true when he makes her a real (toy) magical unicorn! Join Peppa and her best friend Suzy Sheep for a sleepover in this...

A beautifully illustrated, accessible beginner's guide to the Hubble Space Telescope. Acclaimed astronomer Terence Dickinson and his longtime editor Tracy C. Read team up to explore the starry treasures in...

From the bestselling author of ALMOND, The Devil Wears Prada meets The Office in this witty, humane, and ultimately transformative story of a group of young workers who rebel against...

"FANS OF ALI HAZELWOOD WILL CHEER." -Grace Reilly, USA Today bestselling author "THE OPPOSITES ATTRACT LOVE STORY OF MY DREAMS." -B. K. Borison, USA Today bestselling author A swoony, steamy,...

From the covetable cookware brand Our Place (makers of the super-popular Always Pan (R)), more than 100 dinner party - worthy recipes menus that celebrate culture and community. Our Place,...

'An extraordinary treasure trove' Andrew Marr A unique collection of unpublished letters from the climbing legend George Mallory to his family, revealing his innermost thoughts about people, places and mountains....

'I urge you to read Bad Habit' PEDRO ALMODOVAR 'Had me hooked from the first page ... Savour every word' DUA LIPA 'The book that everyone is reading' NEW YORK...

Discover the joy and wonder of Mary Poppins in the classic adventures! The original and classic stories available now in all-new luxurious livery. Mary Poppins is in residence in Cherry...

Discover the joy and wonder of Mary Poppins in the classic adventures! The original and classic stories available now in all-new luxurious livery. On a dark November night, Mary Poppins...

Discover the joy and wonder of Mary Poppins in the classic adventures! The original and classic stories available now in all-new luxurious livery. Just when Jane and Michael Banks thought...

LONGLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 2025 'Spellbinding' THE TIMES 'An exquisite, languorous novel' OBSERVER 'Heartstoppingly vivid' OISIN MCKENNA A radiant novel of the longing that blooms between two boys over...

Bill Bryson's biography of William Shakespeare unravels the superstitions, academic discoveries and myths surrounding the life of our greatest poet and playwright. Ever since he took the theatre of Elizabethan...

A propulsive novel about music, coming of age and the cost of fame, for fans of Megan Abbott and Daisy Jones and the Six. 'The secrets simmer in this atmospheric,...

'A gripping new collection from Max Hastings that puts you at the heart of the battle ... Compelling' Daily Mail 'An unmissable read' Sunday Times Soldiers is a very personal...

*Shortlisted for the 2024 Wolfson History Prize* 'Gripping and profoundly moving' DAMON GALGUT 'Deft and operatic' OBSERVER From one of South Africa's foremost nonfiction writers, a deeply researched, shattering new...

This is a lavishly illustrated resource for homeowners and interior designers. Over 600 colour photographs showcase the world's most beautiful interiors based on modern design at its very best. Good...

The author of Free the Tipple is back with another collection of delectable cocktails-this time a literary mix inspired by the world's most iconic women writers. The fifty recipes in...

This unique and utterly fascinating appreciation of Gustav Klimt's oeuvre reveals some of his most famous works in their original settings and offers valuable historic insight into his artistic vision....

A beautifully illustrated, reassuring story about finding comfort in the familiar when life turns upside down. Perfect for children experiencing big changes, from moving house to the trauma of a...

When Finn buys a magic pen at a market stall, it seems like all his problems are solved... but the good times don't last in this action-packed adventure featuring life...

A dreamy collection of poems to read before you turn off the light, or to guide you gently back to sleep when you wake in the small hours. This soothing...

When disaster strikes on the International Space Station, Stella needs a whole galaxy of luck to return safely to Earth. Bestselling author Chris Bradford crafts Gravity for younger readers in...

FROM THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE HANDMAID'S TALE A clever and addictive thriller from the bestselling author of The Handmaid's Tale and The Testaments Rennie Wilford is a young...

Celebrate the culture of cool with this compact, paperback edition of the heartfelt tribute to Soul Train , a worldwide phenomenon of dance, music, and fashion. From Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson...

From Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, Andrea Elliott, comes the unforgettable story of a girl whose indomitable spirit is tested by homelessness, poverty and racism in an unequal America. 'A classic to...