Technology & Engineering

The Building Regulations 2010 Electrical Safety. Dwellings provides essential guidance for those involved in building and maintaining dwellings in England. The 2013 edition incorporates changes made...

Construction Geometry by Brian Walmsley provides a comprehensive introduction to geometrical applications for students in carpentry, millwork, building, and drafting courses. The textbook is designed...

Granta 159: What Do You See?This anthology brings together a diverse range of voices and perspectives, featuring essays, memoirs, travel writing, and fiction. Sigrid Rausing has curated a selection...

Silent to Sound: British Cinema in Transition explores the pivotal moment when cinema technology shifted from silent films to talkies. From experimental efforts in the late 19th century, through the...

The rise of institutional investment in timberland has transformed the forest sector. Since the early 1900s, two major structural changes have shaped forestland ownership: industrial accumulation and...

The Anatomy of Courage by Charles McMoran Wilson Baron Moran is a remarkably human account of the psychological effects of war. First published in 1945, this groundbreaking work recounts the author's...

The Supermarine Southampton: A Pioneering Flying Boat Design In 1924, R.J. Mitchell's innovative design for the Supermarine Southampton marked a significant milestone in aviation history...

The Social Construction of Technological Systems is an anniversary edition of a groundbreaking work that introduced a new approach to studying science, technology, and society. First published in...

High-Frequency Circuit Design and Measurements by P. Yip is a comprehensive guide to designing and measuring circuits at high frequencies. Written for students and professionals in electronic...

For anyone considering bringing a donkey into their life, Sue Weaver's comprehensive guide provides everything needed to know. From selecting and caring for the right animal, to training, riding,...

Screwcutting in the Lathe provides detailed information on this essential lathe function. Written by an experienced engineer, the book offers practical guidance and analysis to help readers...

Understanding Elevator Technology by Prasad Dandapani provides essential technical information for builders and architects seeking expert advice. This comprehensive guide also caters to students,...

A comprehensive guide to designing and testing electrical installations is provided in this popular reference book. It clarifies complex regulations and explains how to meet their requirements,...

The People Vs Tech: How the Internet is Killing Democracy (and how We Save It) In this urgent polemic, Jamie Bartlett argues that our unquestioning embrace of big tech has led to the erosion of...

The Rise of the Robots: Technology and the Threat of Mass Unemployment By Martin Ford A growing number of jobs are under threat from automation, including those in travel, data analysis, and law. As...

Making It explores the diverse techniques used in manufacturing, with over 120 production processes described through specially commissioned diagrams, case studies and photographs. This comprehensive...

Turbocharge employee engagement through health and safety. Health and safety has regained its rightful place at the heart of the organization, alongside wellbeing and other people issues. However,...

Hot Mixed Lime and Traditional Mortars: A Practical Guide to Their Use in Conservation and RepairThis comprehensive guide explores the use of traditional mortars in building conservation and repair,...

The Engineers' Data Book is a comprehensive and up-to-date reference guide for students and practising engineers. This fourth edition has been revised and expanded to provide essential technical data...

Instrumentation: Theory and Practice, Part 1 Principles of Measurements by Issam Abu-Mahfouz provides a comprehensive introduction to measuring systems. This book covers fundamental aspects of signal...

The Art of Music Publishing provides a comprehensive guide to the music publishing industry, covering essential topics such as rights, managing rights, and income streams. With in-depth analysis and...

The Challenger Launch Decision: Risky Technology, Culture, and Deviance at NASA. On January 28, 1986, the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded, causing widespread shock and grief. Diane Vaughan's book...

The Suzuki GP100 & 125 Owners Workshop Manual provides comprehensive guidance for owners and mechanics working on these popular motorcycles. Written by Chris Rogers, this manual covers various models...

For those looking to harness the power of the sun, this practical guide provides a comprehensive introduction to 12-volt solar power systems. It shows how to create a self-sufficient energy supply...

Sustainable Smallholding by Lorraine Turnbull offers practical guidance for those looking to create a more sustainable and productive lifestyle. By sharing her extensive knowledge and experience,...

The 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations Inspection, testing and certification provides clear guidance on inspection and testing requirements, explaining complex aspects of the IET Wiring Regulations...

Build your own analog synthesizer with this comprehensive guide. Ray Wilson shares his decades of experience in synth-DIY to walk you through the parts and schematics needed, as well as how to tailor...

Structural engineering is about creating functional objects from individual parts. From the smallest atoms to the vastness of the universe, natural structures exist in all forms.This subject...

The second edition of Safety Differently: Human Factors for a New Era offers a fresh perspective on safety in an era of rapid technological change and growing complexity. Conventional approaches to...

The Chicken Chick's Guide to Backyard Chickens is a comprehensive guide to keeping pet chickens. Kathy Shea Mormino shares her practical experience and expertise in raising backyard chickens,...

The 18th Edition Wiring Regulations Pocket Book provides an easy-to-understand guide to the latest changes in electrical safety. This concise reference covers all aspects of the IET Wiring...

Discover the fascinating world of the queen bee with QueenSpotting. This engaging guide to beekeeping features 48 fold-out visual puzzles that challenge readers to spot the queen among her subjects,...

Dampness in Buildings: A Practical Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment This comprehensive guide explains the nature of dampness in buildings, providing valuable insights into how to diagnose and treat...

Discover the art and science of gold prospecting with this comprehensive guide. Gold prospecting has become increasingly popular in recent years, driven by rising metal prices and a desire for...

China Builds the Bomb: A pioneering political-scientific history, this book offers a fascinating and compelling story of the beginnings of the Chinese nuclear weapon program. Written by John Wilson...

Behind the doors of Skeldale House, a world of animal care and community comes alive. This behind-the-scenes look at PBS Masterpiece's All Creatures Great and Small offers exclusive insight into the...

Learn to build a traditional lugged bicycle fork with this comprehensive guide. Marc-Andre R. Chimonas provides step-by-step instructions for creating a high-quality fork, covering key topics such as...

Aqueducts and Viaducts of Britain by Victoria Owens explores the fascinating history behind some of the most iconic landmarks of the British landscape. From unassuming arches to immense multi-span...

Regenerating land and creating climate resilience through silvopasture is a system that challenges traditional notions of modern agriculture and land use. By integrating trees, animals, and forages,...

The removal of honey bee colonies from buildings requires careful consideration and planning. In the UK, feral colonies are considered a valuable genetic resource and should not be destroyed if it...

The Wildland Fire Incident Management Guide provides essential information for all firefighting personnel. This comprehensive guide covers critical topics such as fire safety, risk management, and...

English wine's remarkable transformation from a joke to world-class in just 30 years is a story of vision, determination and bloody-mindedness. Henry Jeffreys takes you behind the scenes of this...

This beautifully illustrated book explores the changing seasons and how they affect our lives. Michael Morpurgo and Ted Hughes take readers on a journey through the year, highlighting the unique...

A comprehensive collection of data for mechanical engineers and students of mechanical engineering. This pocket book brings together essential information required when designing, making, or...

Keeping Sheep provides a comprehensive guide to managing a healthy flock and understanding the diverse roles sheep can play on any farm or smallholding.With over 200 colour photographs, this book...

The Noise Free Home offers a proven four-step soundproofing method to help you restore peace and quiet to your home. Used by soundproofing installers and backed up by acoustic testing, this approach...

Food Safety for Beekeepers: Advice on Legal Requirements and Practical Actions by Andrew Pedley and Andy Pedley As beekeepers produce food that may be sold to the public, they face unique challenges...

The English Wine Revolution: A Story of Vision and Determination In just 30 years, English wine has transformed from a joke to a world-class industry, with quality rivaling Champagne. This remarkable...

Embedded Software Design: A Practical Approach to Architecture, Processes, and Coding TechniquesThis comprehensive guide covers the essential skills for designing high-quality embedded software, from...

Understanding gear cutting and engineering requires precision in dividing circles. This book explains the principles behind Dividing, a crucial skill for model engineers working with metalworking...

For small-scale organic farming, focus on growth rather than scale with biointensive methods that prioritize human connection and natural processes.This practical guide shares low-tech techniques for...

For those interested in raising backyard ducks, this comprehensive guide provides everything needed to get started. With original photography and clear explanations, it covers breed selection,...

The Complete Guide to Smallholding by Debbie Kingsley provides a comprehensive insight into growing your own food and living off the land. With over 400 illustrations, this book offers practical...

English Historic Carpentry explores the rich history of woodworking in England, revealing the evolution of the framer's craft over 1,000 years.The book documents the structure of some of the world's...

The Royal Marines Commando selection process is renowned for its rigour and intensity. This insider's guide has been created in conjunction with current serving Royal Marines recruitment staff to...

Oil: A Beginner's Guide by Vaclav Smil A comprehensive exploration of oil, from its discovery in the earth to the controversy surrounding it today. This fully updated guide provides an in-depth look...

The Social Organisation of Honeybees by John B. Free Discover the intricate social structure of honeybee colonies and how individual members interact to create a cohesive whole. This comprehensive...

Fire Safety in Residential Property: A Practical Approach for Environmental Health by Richard Lord provides an in-depth exploration of fire safety and management in domestic settings. This...

Managing Innovation: Integrating Technological, Market and Organizational Change is now in its seventh edition. This comprehensive textbook provides graduate and undergraduate students with the...

The RYA Navigation Exercises are designed to help improve seamanship and navigational skills. Written by Chris Slade for the Royal Yachting Association, these exercises complement the RYA Day Skipper...

Developing IoT Projects with ESP32: Automate Your Home or Business with Inexpensive Wi-Fi Devices This comprehensive guide takes you through the entire process of constructing an IoT device using...

Control and manage your engineering documentation with confidence. This comprehensive handbook provides practical guidance on implementing and improving Engineering Documentation Control (EDC),...

This comprehensive guide to Versatile Video Coding (VVC) explores the ISO and ITU state-of-the-art video coding standard. VVC offers significantly higher compression efficiency than its predecessor,...

A comprehensive guide to carpentry and joinery, first published in 1863, is now available in a modern edition. This volume provides detailed instructions for framing hip and valley roofs, making it...

The Plumbing textbook provides a comprehensive overview of plumbing, heating and gas installation work. It is designed for students working towards their Diploma in plumbing or NVQ/SVQ at levels 2...

This comprehensive guide provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and construction managers interested in stabilizing soil for pavements.It covers key topics, including the...

The World Encyclopedia of Fighter Aircraft: An Illustrated History from World War I to the Present Day This comprehensive guide covers over 170 fighter aircraft, tracing their development from the...

Fracture-Instability Dynamics, Scaling and Ductile/Brittle Behavior: Volume 409 explores four key aspects of fracture: instability dynamics, scaling/fractal geometry, the brittle/ductile transition,...

The third edition of Knitting Technology has been thoroughly revised and updated to include all the latest developments in this comprehensive handbook and practical guide. Covering both fundamental...

A comprehensive guide to urban forestry, this handbook provides a global overview of the science and practice of managing trees in cities. It explores the multiple roles and benefits of urban green...

This practical guide provides a comprehensive introduction to church sound systems and how to achieve a great sounding mix. It's an essential resource for volunteers and technical production team...

The Citroen C15 Van Service and Repair Manual is a comprehensive guide for mechanics and DIY enthusiasts. Written by Michael Gascoigne, this manual covers the repair and maintenance of the 1.0 litre...

Homebuilt Aircraft: A Comprehensive Guide This detailed guide covers all aspects of homebuilt aircraft, providing a wealth of information for aviation enthusiasts. With its extensive collection of...

Behind Human Error: Understanding System Failures Human error is often cited as a cause of incidents and accidents, leading to a perception that it's a simple problem to solve by changing people or...

War by Lawrence Freedman provides a comprehensive understanding of one of humanity's oldest and most contentious issues. This insightful book explores the multifaceted nature of war, featuring...

The internet as we know it is broken. A centralized system controlled by a small group of for-profit entities has set this catastrophe in motion and eroded our personhood. Frank McCourt and Michael...

Comprehensive coverage of gas installation work in the UK is provided in this fully revised third edition. With its accessible approach and full-colour layout, it's an essential resource for both...

Expert Advice for a Healthy Start: A Comprehensive Guide to Calving. Heather Smith Thomas shares her decades of hands-on experience in this authoritative guide to calving, covering common situations...

The RYA VHF Handbook provides essential guidance for anyone working with radio communication in the marine environment. Written by Tim Bartlett and published by the Royal Yachting Association, this...

Understanding Electronics in an Easy-to-Learn Way The building blocks of electronic circuits and the components that make them work are explained in this guide. It covers the basics of electricity,...

The Estimator's Pocket Book is a practical reference guide covering key approaches to pricing and estimating. It provides valuable information on processing sub-contractor quotations, tender...

The Practical Guide to Diagnosing Structural Movement in Buildings is a comprehensive and accessible guide for surveyors and practitioners. This updated second edition provides a structured approach...

Electrical Installation Design Guide: Calculations for Electricians and Designers provides step-by-step guidance on the design of electrical installations. This updated guide is based on BS...

Uncover the stories behind musket balls and small shot with this comprehensive guide. Battlefield archaeologist Daniel M. Sivilich presents a detailed analysis of these historical projectiles,...

The VHF Companion provides essential radio call cards for safe communication at sea. With 24 splash-proof cards covering various types of calls, including Mayday and shore station contacts, this...

High-Speed System and Analog Input/Output Design by Thanh T. Tran provides comprehensive guidance for students and working engineers on high-speed digital and analog design. With over 30 years of...

Firefighter Interview Questions and Answers is a comprehensive guide for those preparing for the National Firefighter Selection process. Written by a former serving Firefighter with 17 years of...

Automobile Mechanical and Electrical Systems is a comprehensive guide to the core technologies of vehicle systems, providing essential information on how different systems work. The book offers a...

Green Illusions: The Dirty Secrets of Clean Energy and the Future of EnvironmentalismOzzie Zehner challenges our assumptions about energy and the environment, arguing that consumption is the root of...

The British were at the forefront of railway development for the first fifty years of the nineteenth century. This book tells the story of how the British gave railways to the world, extending their...

The LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 Laboratory is a comprehensive guide to unlocking the full potential of the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 set. With the help of robotics expert Daniele Benedettelli, you'll learn how to...

Explore the world's most remarkable feats of civil engineering in this beautifully illustrated book. From the SS Great Britain to the Panama Canal, John Laverick takes you on a journey that crosses...

Brewing in Manchester and Salford explores the rich history of the brewing industry in these two closely tied cities. From its origins in the late eighteenth century to the present day, this book...

Jet Propulsion is a comprehensive introduction to the aerodynamic and thermodynamic design of modern civil and military jet engines. The book explores the design of two engine projects for a large...

Chloé Rutzerveld's Food Futures challenges our relationship with food production and consumption. The book explores new technologies and multidisciplinary research to envision potential food futures...

Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make ThingsChallenging the conventional approach to manufacturing, this book proposes a new model for creating products that are designed to be recycled and...

The Ellis' British Railway Engineering Encyclopaedia is a comprehensive reference guide that covers the entire field of railway engineering. Fully revised and expanded, this fourth edition boasts...

Six Inches of Soil: A companion book to the film, this book tells the story of three British farmers who are transforming the way they produce food to heal the soil, benefit their health, and provide...

Robot Magic: A Beginner's Guide to Creating Magic Bots and Effects with DIY Electronics and Arduino Programming. Discover the magic of robotics and electronics, and bring your imagination to life...

The Streetwise Subbie is a practical guide to contractual matters, providing a down-to-earth approach to avoiding or resolving problems with Specialist Contractors and Main Contractors. Written by...