How to Read London reveals through the built environment how London's domestic, civic and commercial landscape has evolved and adapted from imperial capital to global city.
In House of Hoppen, Kelly Hoppen MBE takes a look back over her stellar career. Packed with previously unseen imagery and letters from Kelly' s personal and professional archives, the book charts the course of her career and celebrates some of the many highlights.
Through the Churchills' `wilderness years' in the 1930s, to Clementine's desperate efforts to preserve her husband's health during the struggle against Hitler, Sonia presents the inspiring but often ignored story of one of the most important women in modern history.
The Secret Life of Fighter Command tells the story of the men and women of Fighter Command who worked tirelessly in air bases scattered throughout the UK during the Battle of Britain to thwart the Nazi attacks and protect Britain.
A beautifully illustrated and colourfully written guidebook which offers Londoners and tourists new and exciting places to visit outside of London.
The Pennine Way is Britain' s toughest long-distance path, running 268 miles from Derbyshire' s Peak District up through the Yorkshire Dales, Cumbria and Northumberland into the Scottish Borders.
The South Downs Way runs for 100 miles (160 km) over the chalk downland of Sussex and Hampshire, from Eastbourne to Winchester.
The Northumberland coastline stretches from the outskirts of Newcastle up to the Scottish border at Berwick-upon-Tweed.
Runner is the story of Lizzy Hawker's journey and will get inside the head of the physical, mental and emotional challenges that runners go through at the edge of human endurance, in much the same way as Aurum's classic running story Feet in the Clouds by Richard Askwith did nearly ten years ago.
The original Pictorial Guide to the Western Fells of Lakeland - freshly reproduced from Wainwright's original pages.
Inspired by a Lenape Native American myth, this beautiful debut picture book shows how courage and kindness are what really matter.
Wander through five of the world's wildest habitats to discover 80 amazing animals.
The Debs of Bletchley Park will tell the stories of the women who worked at Bletchley, how they came to be there, the lives they gave up to do 'their bit' for the war effort, and the part they played in the vital work of 'Station X'.
A spectacular and fun spoof petcare guide to Dragons, incorporating choosing an egg, hatcing, handling, feeding, training, grooming, vet - and flying!
For 140 miles, the London LOOP (London Outer Orbital Path) follows a green corridor right around the capital, offering a circular walk among secret countryside.
My Year in Small Drawings is a charmingly original visual diary, encouraging you to create and collect the details all around you every day.
Caffeine is the most widely consumed mind-altering molecule in the world; we cannot get enough of it, and drinking good coffee is our delivery system. How is it that coffee has such a hold? It's all in the chemistry; the molecular structure of caffeine and the flavour-making phenols and fats that can be lured out from the bean by roasting, grinding and brewing. In How to Make Coffee, culinary journalist Lani Kingston lays out the scientific principles for the coffee-loving non-scientists - why water has to be at a certain temperature, what method works best with which grind, how roast affects taste, what happens when you add cream, which bean you start out with - stick to these and you will never drink an ordinary joe again.- A clear and fascinating guide to the chemistry of coffee- Comprehensively covers every coffee-making method - Invaluable handbook for home baristas and coffee lovers
Eleven amazing stories from the Viking Sagas, packed with warriors and battles, heroes and heroines, Berserkers, monsters and zombies. AND LOTS OF MAGIC.
Alfred Wainwright's unique pictorial guide to the Southern Fells, fully updated and checked by Clive Hutchby.
Pandora lives alone, in a world where no-one comes to visit, until a bird with a broken wing falls from the sky... This is a stunning fable of hope and regeneration from critically acclaimed artist Victoria Turnbull.
When Grandma says she's seen a tiger in the garden, Nora doesn't believe her. She's too old to play Grandma's silly games! Everyone knows that tigers live in jungles, not gardens.
The Street Beneath My Feet, a fascinating work by Charlotte Guillain, takes you on a unique journey of discovery. Published in 2017 by Aurum Press, this book is more than just a story; it's an exploration. The genre of this book is hard to pin down, with elements of science, nature, and geography all intermingling to create a captivating reading experience. Guillain has a knack for making the ordinary seem extraordinary, and in The Street Beneath My Feet, she does just that. The book unravels the world beneath us, layer by layer, revealing the hidden ecosystems that exist right under our feet. Guillain's engaging writing style and the book's beautiful illustrations make it an enjoyable read for all ages. This book is a testament to Guillain's talent as a writer and Aurum Press's commitment to publishing insightful and intriguing books. Don't miss the chance to delve into the world beneath your feet with this remarkable book.
Julie's dog leads her into a mysterious garden and where she meets the artist Claude Monet.
It's a busy day at the festival for PC Seth and PC Thea. A car is stuck in the mud and a little boy needs their help. Can the officers solve every problem that comes their way? An entertaining story, with fun illustrations, and helpful terms explained at the back, along with further topics to think about.
It's a busy day for astronauts Jenny, Chen and Kim. They are going to the space station on an important mission. The crew are there to help them but what is wrong with Robo-bot? An entertaining story, with fun illustrations, and helpful terms explained at the back, along with further topics to think about.
Step inside the life of Doctor Miranda and discover the challenges that each day brings.
Step inside the life of Frank the fireman and discover the challenges he faces in his very busy job!
Mindful Thoughts for Walkers explores through a series of succint meditations, how walking is an opportunity to deepen our levels of physical, and spiritual awareness.
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