Second-hand Books

Based on the premise that education has to be about much more than intellectual development, this book calls for the transformation of the education system.

The Collection of the National Portrait Gallery, London, embraces over 500 years of British history, more than 60,000 sitters and explores ideas of social change, power and influence. Arguably as...

This book looks at English interior design, which has its roots in country houses and estate cottages of the English countryside. The first part of this book explores the author's...

Lesley Moreland tells her painful story of what happened to her and her family in the weeks and months that followed the murder of her daughter Ruth. She reveals her...

Didn't think mums could have so much fun? Think again. "Mothers' Wit" is full of classic one-liners from a rich variety of red-hot mammas such as Victoria Wood, Joan Rivers,...

This is a collection of spells on love, marriage and dreaming - all of them authentic and some extremely ancient - taken from the handwritten manuscripts of a genuine white...

This series from Pavilion highlights a unique approach to detailed garden design through an attractive combination of close-up photographs and informative text. Published as a set of pocket-sized books, this...

This series from Pavilion highlights a unique approach to detailed garden design through an attractive combination of close-up photographs and informative text. Published as a set of pocket-sized books, this...

Developments in parallelism in recent years have made it possible to build multi-processor architectures that enable efficiency and speed. This book provides an introduction to this technology, explaining the fundamentals...

Climbers and wall shrubs are amongst the most versatile of plants. They provide the vertical element that gives height to a garden. As they grow upwards, they are ideal for...

Victoria Jossel and Romy Lewis, the creators of the company, spent weeks testing cupcake recipes and experimenting with piping bags and sugar sprinkles to create the most beautiful and delicious...

Banter like a bowsered giflurt and swear like a sparrow-mouthed snick fadger with the help of this illustrated dictionary of long-lost words and phrases. This crude and quirky volume contains...

Still in his mid thirties, Michael Buble has a fan base as varied as the music he sings - a hip mix of standards, cleverly chosen covers and revealing self-penned...

The Parisian Macaron (or Macaroon) is the stylishly light French confection tipped to be the new cupcake and finally hitting the glossies outside France. The art of making macarons is...

In Band of Angels , Kate Cooper tells the surprising story of early Christianity from the woman's point of view. Though they are often forgotten, women from all walks of...

There are over twenty million Muslims in China today. From the mountainous borders with Afghanistan to the tropical island of Hainan, the ethnicities and cultures of China's Muslims are as...

Four little girls meet under an apple tree and form a bond that grows as they share secrets, dreams, worries and schemes. This beautifully illustrated tale charts the girls' lives...

This title is dedicated to Alexander McQueen's work and talent, and exhibits not simply visually electrifying fashion images, but also reveals the deep reservoir of the designer's imagination. Judith Watt,...

Discover the world's smallest adventures with this beautifully illustrated journey around the world from the award-winning team behind Atlas of Adventures . Explore seven continent maps and learn about the...

This beautiful book, based on the original notebook and recipe journal of a 1900s "Viennese Baroness", takes readers on a journey through fin de siecle Viennese high society. With over...

As a first-time visitor to London, De Amicis was awestruck by the bustle and magnificence of the Victorian metropolis and wrote a number of sketches in his trademark witty, observational...

At only eighteen years of age, Poppy and Serena were the only witnesses to a tragic event. Amid heated public debate and scrutiny, the two glamorous teens were dubbed The...

According to Carmel Allen, the beauty editor of Vogue magazine, the key to assessing a modern girl is the handbag. With over 150 colour photographs, this book offers a celebration...

Bernie Gunther, Berlin's hardest-boiled private eye, returns in this his latest outing. Moving the plot from Pre-War Germany to the dangers of Argentina in 1950 and the post-war world of...

When the body of a half-clothed woman is discovered in an Edinburgh park, a murder investigation is launched. The victim has not been reported missing and there are few clues...

Inspired by the popular sing along title If You're Happy and You Know It!, this memory game utilises one of the greatest attributes of the book-the adorable children from all...

When two English brothers take the helm of a Barbados sugar plantation, Washington Black - an eleven year-old field slave - finds himself selected as personal servant to one of...

A mesmerising mystery story about friendship from the internationally bestselling author of Norwegian Wood and 1Q84 Tsukuru Tazaki had four best friends at school. By chance all of their names...

1 novel. 18 people. 18 lives. Infinite combinations: families and friends, colleagues and patients, lovers and mourners... But sometimes a crowd is the loneliest place to be. An award-winning exploration...

This is a strikingly inventive and unusual portrait of the most successful English writer for children until JK Rowling, Enid Blyton, who entertained millions worldwide with her myriad adventure stories...

This is an unsolved mystery, a reclusive Russian genius and a race to win a million dollars ...For over a century, the Poincare Conjecture was one of the world's most...

There's something irresistible about cupcakes, beginning with easy-to-make Simple Cupcakes, from classic Passion Fruit Butterfly Cakes to melt-in-the-mouth Orange and Almond Cupcakes. Celebration Cupcakes offer a new take on tradition....

"Gordon Smith: Prince of Wingers" is a biographical story recounting the life of legendary footballer Gordon Smith written by his son Tony. One of the 'Famous Five', Gordon Smith won...

Photography is a fully comprehensive guide to both traditional and digital photography, offering the reader a superb overview of the knowledge and techniques required to achieve quality photographs, whatever the...

This is the history of two RAF squadrons which shared the task of dropping agents and supplies on behalf of the Special Operations Executive, took part in the D-Day landings,...

Celebrity, identity and sexuality - the three poles of our fame-obsessed society, each one a magnet for secrets and lies. Despite her youth, Russian-born Yana Ivanova is already a Hollywood...

Is more economic growth the solution? Will it deliver prosperity and well-being for a global population projected to reach nine billion? In this explosive book, Tim Jackson, a top sustainability...

"Urban Eco Chic" shows how we can all recycle materials, use sustainable products and become increasingly energy-efficient in our own homes, without compromising our sense of style. The fact that...

Colour Reflexology explains how colour therapy can be integrated with reflexology techniques to enhance the treatment and even allow for a pain-free session, which is not always possible with reflexology...

Grandmothers have been handing out advice for centuries and their tried and tested methods are often the answer to many modern day problems too. Did you know that malt vinegar...

The great champions through history, the great fights, and the fascinating world of boxing explored.

This practical manual features over 800 photographic examples and artworks designed to highlight and clarify every tip and technique. John Freeman, one of the world's leading professional photographers, explains how...

The War Diaries brings together -- in their own words -- the stories of men and women who have endured wartime life. By turns horrific and comic, the entries retain...

Your dreams provide powerful insights into your subconscious thoughts and feelings. Through your dreams you can discover your goals, your fears and find answers to important life questions. "Dream Decoder"...