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Richard Demarco's Edinburgh explores the original world vision of Sir John Falconer and Rudolph Bing, and recalls the highs and lows of The Edinburgh International Festival, The Fringe, Art, Book,...

Through the Looking-Glass, the second adventure of Alice, takes her to a place even more curious than Wonderland. She finds herself caught up in a great game of chess and sets off to become a queen...

Bursting with fourteen fantastically funny tales, this collection from the master storyteller is a worthwhile read for anyone who believes in the magic of a well-told story. From food fights to...

The Honeywood File: An Adventure in Building This humorous novel presents the pitfalls and vicissitudes of home building in sharp detail, through a series of letters from the architect, James...

The Cavern Club: The Birthplace of the Beatles and Merseybeat The Cavern Club, a legendary music venue, played a pivotal role in shaping the history of popular music. This book tells the story of the...

Sherlock Holmes Mind Palace Puzzles is a unique blend of puzzles and classic mysteries. Dr Watson shares the detective's memory-boosting techniques, helping you to think like Sherlock and improve...

Sir Patrick Stewart's long-awaited memoir offers a unique glimpse into the life of a beloved actor and living legend. With a career spanning six decades, Stewart has captivated audiences around the...

The Religion of Ancient Egypt by Flinders Petrie is a scholarly exploration of the spiritual beliefs and practices of one of history's most remarkable civilisations. Originally published in 1906,...

Graphic designers often struggle to find a career that balances creativity with financial stability. This book provides a practical guide to help young designers establish a fulfilling career in the...

The Murmansk Venture by Major-General C Maynard In the final months of World War I, a small but significant force was dispatched to the Russian port of Murmansk. This book tells the story of the...

Daisy Darlymple is invited to her old school friend Gwen Tyndall's annual fireworks display at Edge Manor in the Cotswolds. However, this year's festivities are marred by tragedy when Gwen's father...

Little Leaders: Exceptional Men in Black History by Vashti Harrison Discover the inspiring stories of black men who broke barriers and fought injustice to realise their dreams and make the world a...

Sir Ernest Shackleton's Incredible Expedition is a gripping account of one of the most heroic and perilous journeys in Antarctic exploration history. In August 1914, Shackleton set off from England...

John Tradescant's story is a fascinating glimpse into the extraordinary age in which he lived. As a gardener and confidante to Sir Robert Cecil, Tradescant is well placed to observe the social and...

Deadly Game is an explosive international thriller from Sir Michael Caine. When a metal box of radioactive material is found at a dump in East London, it's stolen in a violent raid, setting off a...

The Beggar's Opera by John Gay is a theatrical sensation that turned conventions upside-down in 18th-century London. By using traditional popular ballads and street tunes, Gay created a riotous and...

The Tempest is a masterpiece of magical effects, redemptive romance, poetry and politics. This beautifully bound edition, part of the Macmillan Collector's Library, features stunning illustrations by...

Join Dickon on an unforgettable adventure as he recounts the first round-world voyage of Sir Francis Drake. This gripping tale brings to life the harsh realities of life on board ship in Tudor times,...

The ninth book in the Shadows of the Apt series, War Master's Gate is a gripping epic fantasy novel by Adrian Tchaikovsky. The Empire's forces are marching on Collegium once more, determined to crush...

Captain Alan Lewrie is facing a daunting task in the summer of 1805, as rumors of a massive French fleet bring fears of invasion to the tranquil port of Nassau in the Bahamas. With his squadron of...

The Ship Beneath the Ice: The Discovery of Shackleton's Endurance The story of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship, Endurance, was thought to be lost forever, but in 2022, an audacious plan to locate the...

The Arden Shakespeare Third Series Complete Works brings together all of Shakespeare's plays, poems, and sonnets in a single, comprehensive volume. Edited by leading international scholars, this...

A heartwarming and romantic tale set against the magical backdrop of Stratford-Upon-Avon in wintertime. Kelsey Anderson's life is filled with love, laughter, and new beginnings as she navigates her...

Goldilocks and the Three Bears is a story of surprise and discovery. When the three bears return home, they find that a curious girl has made herself at home in their cottage. The bears soon discover...

Thomas & Friends Meet the Engines: An Encyclopedia of the Characters Discover the fascinating world of Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends. This colourful guide is packed with fun facts about a...

Behind the Throne: A Domestic History of the Royal Household by Adrian Tinniswood. A history of family life behind the scenes of royal households, this book uncovers the reality of five centuries of...

Marina Abramovic: A Career-Spanning Survey This comprehensive publication brings together expert voices to explore the work of Marina Abramovic, a pioneer of performance art. In collaboration with...

The Lonely Londoners is a vivid account of immigrant experience in 1950s London, a city where hope and despair coexist. This Penguin Modern Classics edition features an introduction by Susheila Nasta...

A twenty-year-old mystery in the village of Compton Poppleford remains unsolved, with the disappearance of Darcy Sprockett on a stormy night still shrouded in uncertainty. When fresh evidence...

English Renaissance Poetry: A Collection of Shorter Poems from Skelton to Jonson This anthology brings together a diverse range of poets from the English Renaissance, a period of extraordinary poetic...

Old Filth is a masterful novel by Jane Gardam, whose prose shines like a diamond, illuminating the human heart with elegance and wit. This poignant tale retraces the 20th century's tumultuous history...

The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion First published in 1890, this influential work explores the evolution of human thought from magic and religion to scientific understanding. The book's...

The Patient Assassin: A True Tale of Massacre, Revenge and the Raj In 1919, a devastating massacre in Amritsar, India, sparked a quest for revenge that would take one man around the world. The event,...

The Red Line: The Gripping Account of the RAF's Bloodiest Raid on Hitler's Germany On 30 March 1944, a single night marked the RAF's bloodiest loss of the Second World War. Nearly 700 men from Royal...

The Oxford Book of Victorian Ghost Stories by Michael Cox and R. A. Gilbert is a collection of ghost stories that capture the essence of the Victorian era's fascination with death and the...

Kevin Keegan's autobiography offers an unflinching look at his remarkable career in football. From humble beginnings with the Peglers Brass Works reserve team to achieving iconic status as a player...

A sweeping love story set against the Jacobite revolution, The Vanished Days is a captivating tale of intrigue, adventure and romance. Against the backdrop of 1613 Scotland and England, two...

Set against the tumultuous backdrop of 18th-century Scotland, Waverley tells the story of a young man's struggle to reconcile his loyalty to civilization with the allure of an older world of honor...

The Eagle and the Lion: Rome, Persia and an Unwinnable Conflict by Adrian Goldsworthy A sweeping narrative that reshapes our understanding of one of history's greatest rivalries. This epic account...

The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks is a humorous and relatable tale about growing up. At 11 3/4, Lottie is facing the challenges of starting high school without friends and dealing with...

This beautifully bound edition of classic Scottish poems is a treasure trove of verse from some of Scotland's most celebrated writers. Gaby Morgan has carefully selected a range of poems that...

Sabre-Tooth is a gripping adventure featuring Modesty Blaise, a renowned espionage expert, and her loyal lieutenant Willie Garvin. When a hunch by Sir Gerald Tarrant of the Foreign Office sets in...

A beautiful island off the English coast, a stunning hotel perched on the cliffs, and a group of glamorous friends - all set for a summer of fun and relaxation. But when the hotel's owner is found...

Sir Alfred Munnings' scathing attack on Modern Art at the 1949 Annual Banquet shocks his audience and those tuning in to the BBC's live radio broadcast. As he struggles to regain composure, his...

Sir David Attenborough's early career as a broadcaster and naturalist is a story of adventure and discovery. In 1954, he embarked on a series of expeditions to find rare and elusive animals for the...

Mark Lawrence's Road Brothers is a gripping collection of fourteen short stories set in the world of the Broken Empire. Within these pages, you'll find tales of complex characters, including Red...

Sir Thomas Lipton's life was defined by his pursuit of the America's Cup, a yachting trophy that embodied the ultimate in international sport. Yet, it was his remarkable journey to build a global...

Diana Mitford's life was one of glamour and intrigue, but also of tragic downfall. As a celebrated member of London's high society in the 1920s and '30s, she was a muse to many artists and writers,...

The Silence Factory by Bridget Collins is an enthralling tale of complicity, desire and corruption. In this gripping novel, Henry dreams of silence - a world without the clattering of carriages or...

Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar is a tale of style and cunning. First introduced in 1905, this charismatic thief has been captivating audiences with his clever schemes and gentlemanly manners. With a...

Behind the scenes of the world's most expensive and high-stakes football transfers lies a complex web of deals, agents, and players. Jim White and Kaveh Solhekol, two leading experts in the field,...

The Chess Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes Fifty Tantalizing Problems of Chess Detection by Raymond M. Smullyan is an intriguing collection of puzzles that showcase the detective's remarkable analytical...

La huella morisca La expulsión de los moriscos, acaecida hace cuatro siglos, es un episodio significativo en la historia de la Península Ibérica. Este período de la historia ha dejado un legado...

The Battle of Britain film is a landmark war movie that has become an iconic representation of one of the most pivotal moments in history. The 1969 film boasts an impressive all-star cast, including...

First published in 1940, An Agricultural Testament is a seminal work on organic farming that remains a cornerstone of the movement. The book explores the nature and management of soil fertility, with...

England, 1586. A plot to kill Queen Elizabeth and install Mary, Queen of Scots, on the English throne is unfolding. Spymaster Sir Francis Walsingham is aware of the danger and allows it to progress,...

In a world on the brink of collapse, a young man's journey to reclaim his lost love becomes a desperate quest for survival. Andrew Hunter Murray's gripping science fiction thriller, The Sanctuary, is...

Great TED talks have one thing in common: they contain stories. By studying over 200 of the best TED talks, Akash Karia discovered that the key to delivering a captivating presentation is to master...

The Sherlock Holmes Complete Puzzle Collection Test your powers of deduction with this remarkable collection of over 200 puzzles, written in the style of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's great stories. From...

Think you really know about Only Fools and Horses? This entertaining quiz book is perfect for both casual fans and hardcore experts alike. With over 30 years since the first episode aired, the show...

Black Diamonds and the Blue Brazil: A Chronicle of Coal, Cowdenbeath and Football is a story that has captured the imagination of many beyond its footballing roots. This updated edition, featuring a...

Reduce, reuse and recycle with this fun book. Turn egg cartons into a dragon, fire engine or penguin, and discover ten brilliant projects to keep kids busy with hours of fun. With step-by-step...

Disney + Final Fantasy Xion sigue su solitario viaje averiguar el propósito de su existencia y está desesperada por encontrar respuestas. Su búsqueda le llevará al cierre de un cuento y a la...

The explosive autobiography of the original manager of Queen and founder of Trident Studios, London, is a fascinating and often irreverent look at the band's early days and the tumultuous...

From Red to Read: The Story of Fergie's First Fledgling is a heartwarming and inspiring tale of perseverance and determination. In 1987, Alan Tonge became Sir Alex Ferguson's first acquisition at...

A new collection of short stories from the renowned Sir Terry Pratchett is now available. This collection brings together a range of imaginative tales, each full of magic and humour. From a quest...

COVID By Numbers: Making Sense of the Pandemic with Data The COVID-19 pandemic has brought statistics to the forefront of our national conversation. Seven-day rolling averages, infection rates, and...

Captain Sir Tom Moore's autobiography is a remarkable journey through his life, from a childhood in Yorkshire to becoming a national hero during the COVID-19 pandemic. Born into a loving family with...

The RNLI's Official 200-year History is a comprehensive account of the charity's remarkable journey. Founded in 1824, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution has saved over 144,000 lives to date,...

Shakespeare's dazzling comedy, Love's Labour's Lost, is presented in this modern edition with an expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate. This unique edition provides a historical overview of the...

A Cruise on the Nile Or the Fabulous Story of Steam Ship Sudan is a sumptuous book that invites you to follow the course of the Nile and Egyptian history on board a floating historical monument, the...

Sir Benedict Harper's journey to healing has taken an unexpected turn. After surviving the Napoleonic Wars, he is struggling to move on from his physical and emotional wounds. When Samantha McKay...

Sir Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated expedition to cross the Antarctic continent in 1914 ended in disaster when a ship carrying a vital lifeline of supplies became stranded in the Ross Sea. Ten men were...

Sir Richard Branson's autobiography offers a unique blend of business insights and personal stories, as he shares his experiences and lessons learned from his ventures and adventures. From his...

Songs of Innocence and Experience: Shewing the Two Contrary States of the Human Soul, 1789-1794 is a beautifully illustrated edition of William Blake's poems. The text of each poem is printed in...

The Early Years of Television and the BBC by Jamie Medhurst This book explores the relationship between the BBC and television from the mid-1920s to the outbreak of the Second World War, shedding new...

A Royal Murder is a captivating 1920s cozy mystery that whisks readers away to the royal regatta. Lady Eleanor Swift's amateur sleuthing skills are put to the test when a body is discovered at the...

The Ends of the Earth by Robert Goddard In 1919, the truth has never been in such short supply. Ex-flying ace James Maxted's quest to uncover the secret behind his father's death seems to have ended...

Black and White: The Birth of Modern Boxing is a comprehensive history of the early years of transatlantic boxing. It reveals the dark side of racism that pervaded the sport, as well as the struggles...

Another Monster: Informe de una investigación Werner Wieber, un periodista, investiga el caso de Gustav Kottmann, un asesino en serie conocido como "El asesino del hacha", quien mató a tres personas...

Discover the potential within you and transform your life with Resetea Tu Mente. Dr. Mario Alonso Puig reveals surprising insights into the relationship between the brain, mind, and our experiences...

A radical and unforgettable account of one man's quest for a temporary homeland. In 1907, David Jochelmann persuaded his great-grandfather to set sail from Russia to Texas, marking the beginning of...

La industria del Holocausto es una denuncia vehemente y polémica que explora cómo el sufrimiento judío ha sido explotado después del Holocausto. Norman Finkelstein, un eminente politólogo, argumenta...

Paul McCartney's life in the years immediately following the Beatles' breakup is a story of transformation and triumph. This first volume of The McCartney Legacy explores the creative and personal...

The Orion Mystery: Unlocking the Secrets of the Pyramids For thousands of years, the pyramids have stood as enigmatic and imposing structures, refusing to yield their secrets. In this book, Robert...

The Ultimate Discworld Companion is a comprehensive guide to the Discworld, fully illustrated by Paul Kidby. The Discworld is a flat world balanced on the back of four elephants, which stand on the...

The Miniature Library of Queen Mary's Dolls' House is a unique glimpse into the intricately crafted library of the Queen Mary's Dolls' House, one of the world's most famous dollhouses. Created...

Covenant and Conversation is the second volume of a five-volume collection of parashat hashavua commentaries, in which Rabbi Sir Jonathan Sacks explores the intersections of Jewish tradition, Western...

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was commissioned to write a series of short stories featuring the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes, which were published...

Discover the fascinating world of birds in this fully updated edition of David Attenborough's iconic book. With over 11,000 species to explore, from the Arctic tundra to your own backyard garden,...

The Complete Sailing Manual is a comprehensive guide for sailors of all levels, covering all aspects of sailing and boat ownership. Written by expert sailor Steve Sleight, this fully revised and...

Under the Black Flag: A History of Pirates and Piracy David Cordingly's comprehensive account of piracy is a captivating and entertaining read, packed with vivid history and high seas adventure. The...

The Last Ride of the Pony Express: A 2,000-mile Journey into the Old West Cowboy and journalist Will Grant takes readers on an epic horseback journey into the modern West, tracing the spirit of the...

The Hound of the Baskervilles is a gripping mystery that has been thrilling readers for generations. When Sir Charles Baskerville is found dead in the grounds of his estate, the legend of a monstrous...

Sir David Attenborough's remarkable career as a naturalist and broadcaster spans nearly six decades. From his early days at a London publishing house to his current status as the world's leading...

Essays in the History of Nephrology explores the evolution of kidney disease treatment from the 18th to the 20th centuries. This collection of ten essays delves into the research of key scientists...

Sir John Cranston is invited to a banquet at the Regent's palace on the Thames, where he is challenged to solve a mysterious murder. The victim, found dead in the scarlet chamber of an Italian manor,...

Surviving a Crisis: Lessons in Resilience and Avoiding Disaster In the face of crises, we often feel powerless. But with the right approach, we can not only survive but thrive. Sir David Omand, a...

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series has inspired countless lives since its first publication in 1887. This unique edition from BayMar Publishing offers a fascinating insight into the life...

The Leibniz-Clarke Correspondence Together with Extracts from Newton's Principia and Opticks In 1715, Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz wrote to the Princess of Wales, warning her of the potential dangers of...