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'One of the best books ever written about the early attempts to conquer Everest. A fine, fine slice of history by a truly special writer who proves time and time again that he is among the best of his generation

In Birds and Us, award-winning writer and ornithologist Tim Birkhead takes us on an epic and dazzling journey through this mutual history with birds, from the ibises mummified and deified by Ancient Egyptians to Renaissance experiments on woodpecker anatomy, from Victorian obsessions with egg collecting to the present fight to save endangered species and restore their habitats.

100 of the world's most important and influential interiors, by some of the great talents of the 20th and 21st centuries.

A landmark publication that captures the beautiful richness of every aspect of trees and their importance for science, culture and the future of humankind.

A photographic adventure into the breathtaking world of Formula 1 and the brave lives of its greatest drivers. From bold Alfonso de Portago and Jackie Stewart, to Formula One legends like Niki Lauda and Ayrton Senna, to present-day drivers like Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen, this book combines gripping personal and professional stories of the great drivers of the sport with extraordinar

Deductive Logico returns in the 5th book of the Murdle puzzle series!

From the star of Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive & The Kids and Our Yorkshire Farm comes an entertaining insight into life on a remote hill farm through the year. In her latest book Amanda Owen recounts stories of life on the farm, of raising nine children and cooking beautiful, seasonal meals – complete with the recipes for you to enjoy at home. In the Sunday Times bestseller Celebrating the

Ripley's Believe It or Not! transports readers of all ages to a world beyond imagination - where truth is stranger than fiction! Every turn of the page reveals all-new and all-true stories from around the globe - an artist who paints with cow poop, a disappearing waterfall, whales that hunt with bubbles, and hundreds more. Packed with astounding facts, hair-raising stories and stunning photogra

Featuring over 1,200 quick and easy recipes for every meal, America´s beloved and bestselling cookbook is now revised and updated for health-conscious home cooks. Want to learn how to . . .  • Make a perfect meringue? • Determine times for roasting, broiling, or panfrying meats? • Reduce sodium in your diet? • Carve a roasted bird?  • Make a se

Sarah Grayson, secondhand store owner, and her clever rescue cat Elvis are right on the tail of a criminal in the charming new Second Chance Cat Mystery. Summer is around the corner and Sarah is making sure the store is stocked and ready for tourist season. But while the weather´s heating up, Sarah gets involved in a case that is decidedly cold, when a man who was linked to a drowning death year

Following on from its successful launch in 2009, Collins Wild Flower Guide – the ultimate reference book for wild flower enthusiasts – now enters its second edition. Featuring all flowering plants, including trees and grasses, and ferns, this fully revised and updated field guide to the wild flowers of Britain and northern Europe is the most complete illustrated, single-volume guide ever pub

Outsmart your opponents by getting rid of the cards you hold as quickly as possible. Wait for the right moment to play your highest cards or take a risk and face major consequences. But stay alert: well-known characters from Wednesday will keep you on your toes. After all, what is a game without some unexpected twists?

Capture the delicate beauty of forest flora and fauna in watercolor through step-by-step instructions, traceable templates, and video tutorials. Designed for beginner and intermediate artists, Painting Woodland Watercolors covers all aspects of woodland painting, from understanding watercolor materials and techniques to creating detailed forest scenes. In 20 step-by-step tutorials, author and ill

I breathe in peace, I breathe out tension Embrace the calm and happiness that comes once you've learned to let go. Don't we all want to live a life full of positivity and joy, unshackled by anxiety? Well, the secret is in letting go of our fears, stress and worries, and this accessible and beautifully designed book will show you how - with practical techniques for dealing with anxiety, simple

A brand new stitch dictionary from the author of the wildly popular, AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary. KnitOvation includes brand new colorwork motifs to expand knitters' creative possibilities and draw them further into the world of stranded knitting with clever, quirky, and beautiful motifs including botanicals, animals, and geometric patterns. The motifs are accompanied by a selection of accessory a

From celebrated writer Robert Macfarlane comes this brilliant, perspective-shifting new book - which answers a resounding yes to the question of its title.

At its heart is a single, transformative idea: that rivers are not mere matter for human use, but living beings - who should be recognized as such in both imagination and law. Is a River Alive? takes the reade

The world's favourite pocket travel guides

Make the most of your trip to Stockholm with this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Stockholm has to offer and ensuring that you don't miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.

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