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Twenty-six-year-old amateur sleuth Emily Castles helps out at a local stage school run by her neighbour Victoria in London. As parents and prospective new pupils turn up at the end of term show,...

Archbishop Fisher's life and career are marked by an intriguing paradox: despite being arguably more competent than his successors, he remains relatively overshadowed in historical memory. This...

The village of Churchwood has never needed its bookshop more as the war rages on. But just when it's most crucial, the bookshop faces an uncertain future. For three women, life is about to become...

Christmas at the Wartime Bookshop by Lesley Eames is a heartwarming tale of community and resilience set against the backdrop of World War II. In the village of Churchwood, three friends - Alice,...

A practical guide to building and planning your own workshop, designed for those with limited space. This book provides a comprehensive approach to construction methods, covering floor assembly,...

Ashokamitran's Chennai offers a unique perspective on the city, presented in the author's signature style. Divided into districts, this book explores each area with affection and wit, revealing the...

The Shoshone people have a rich and complex history that spans centuries. This book explores their culture, traditions, and way of life through an examination of the people and places that impacted...

The Shocking Truth about Energy makes the challenging topic of just where energy comes from, what it is made of, and how we use it, engaging and easy to follow. It explains how energy works, types of...

Broadway Musicals Show by Show provides an in-depth look at American musical theater, covering productions from just after the Civil War to shows produced through spring 2019. This updated edition...

Get an insider's look at the art of creating and maintaining a hit TV show with Showrunners. This comprehensive guide features exclusive interviews with acclaimed showrunners, offering a unique...

TPM for Supervisors offers a straightforward approach to implementing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) in your workplace. This practical guide focuses on the role of supervisors in maximizing...

Christmas at the Wartime Bookshop by Lesley Eames is a heartwarming story of community and resilience set against the backdrop of World War II. In the village of Churchwood, three women - Alice,...

Grandma's Shopping List by Grant Tallman is a thoughtful notebook designed to help you plan and note down your shopping list. Its purpose is to provide reminders when shopping, ensuring you don't...

Learn Shona with this comprehensive course, now featuring free online audio. Spoken by over 10 million people worldwide, Shona is an official language of Zimbabwe and widely spoken in Mozambique,...

Standard Work for the Shopfloor provides a comprehensive guide to implementing effective work procedures in manufacturing settings. By combining people, materials, and machines, standard work aims to...

A sassy collection of short romances to make your heart flutter and your soul sigh. This delightful anthology brings together a range of love stories, from a romantically inclined goddess who brings...

This craft book features over 30 projects to get young creators started with simple yet satisfying activities. With plenty of tips, tricks, and fun facts, it's packed with skills and inventive ideas...

Electric Motors by Jim Cox provides a comprehensive guide to the principles and characteristics of various motor types, making it an essential resource for small engineering workshop applications...

A Short History of the World in 50 Lies by Natasha Tidd explores how lies have shaped human history, from Julius Caesar's PR machine to mass cover-ups like Britain's Boer War concentration camps. The...

Sideways: The Shooting Script is a screenplay by Alexander Payne and Jim Taylor, based on Rex Pickett's acclaimed novel. The story follows two men on a road trip in California wine country as they...

Perry Mason investigates when an older woman accused of shoplifting is defended by his expertise in proving innocence. A complex case unfolds as Mason's client becomes embroiled in another...

The Imperfect Shot: A Light-Hearted Look at Shooting Faux Pas and Misdemeanours. Have you ever woken up the night before a day's game shooting with doubts about your preparation? Perhaps you're...

Step into the Workshop of Dreams, where the past comes alive through treasured family heirlooms. This book brings you inside the BBC series The Repair Shop, where expert craftspeople restore and...

Step inside the Story Shop for an adventure like no other. Wilbur and Fred are ready to find every customer their perfect story, but when Suzy Sloth is found snoozing in the shop, they think she's...

Beautiful Watercolours of London's Iconic Shops Eleanor Crow's stunning collection of watercolours celebrates the unique character of London's small neighbourhood shops. This charming volume is...

Juliet Capshaw's latest baking adventure takes a deadly turn in Muffin But the Truth. When a weekend getaway on the Rogue River turns into a murder mystery, Juliet must use her culinary skills and...

The Short Guide to International Development by Nick Sage provides a concise and balanced introduction to this complex subject. The book distils key debates in international development, combining...

A wedding celebration in Ashland, Oregon, turns into a mystery when a guest is found dead. Juliet Capshaw, pastry chef and amateur sleuth, must ensure that her friend's big day continues without...

A Chesapeake Shores Christmas by Sherryl Woods is a heartwarming holiday romance that brings together the O'Brien family for a second chance at love. After years apart, Mick and Megan's rekindled...

The Shortest History of China by Linda Jaivin offers a fresh perspective on the vast and complex history of China, from ancient times to the present day. By dismantling the idea of a monolithic...

Building Wooden Snowshoes & Snowshoe Furniture by Gil Gilpatrick is a comprehensive guide to creating traditional snowshoes and furniture in the snowshoe style. With this book, you'll learn essential...

A Wee Murder in My Shop by Fran Stewart is a mystery novel that follows Peggy Winn as she returns to her shop in Vermont after a trip to Scotland. Upon her return, she discovers the body of her...

Little Shot's meteoric rise to fame has brought both success and challenges. As her ego grows, she begins to disregard those closest to her and loses sight of what truly matters.With the guidance of...

The Shortest History of Greece by James Heneage Greece's unique geography made it a crucial link between East and West, but it was the Greeks themselves who transformed leverage into a powerful tool...

The Complete Haiku of Matsuo Bashō offers a full picture of the haiku of Japan's greatest literary master, Matsuo Bashō. This collection presents 980 poems in English, strictly adhering to their...

Japan A Short History by Mikiso Hane offers a concise and authoritative introduction to Japan's history, spanning nearly 10,000 years. This informative account balances economic and political...

Slingshot Hunting: How To Use A Slingshot To Survive is a comprehensive guide to using slingshots as a survival tool. With its lightweight and highly effective design, the slingshot can be used for...

Jacques Anquetil's career reached its zenith in the 1960s, as cycling emerged from the post-war era and into a new era of speed and glamour. This collection of rare photographs showcases Anquetil's...

The Short Guide to Sustainable Investing by Cary Krosinsky is a concise guide that disentangles the terminology around socially responsible investing and introduces a new, positive investment...

Hardcover, 240 pages, published 24 November 2015 Navigating a relationship with a narcissist can be a challenging and emotionally draining experience. Dr. Ramani Durvasula offers a practical guide to...

The Shoshone: A History and Culture of Native American Tribes. This book provides an in-depth look at the history and culture of the Shoshone people, one of the many Native American tribes that...

The Shortest History of the Soviet Union by Sheila Fitzpatrick is a comprehensive and engaging account of the Soviet Union's rise, reign, and fall. Spanning over a century, this book chronicles the...

For those new to sporting shotgun shooting, this comprehensive guide offers a thorough introduction to the sport. Covering essential topics such as shotgun safety, gun handling, and the law, it also...

A Short History of Cape Cod by Robert J. Allison provides a concise narrative of four colorful centuries in the region's history. This engaging account features over twenty personal profiles, more...

The Sketch Workshop - Fantasy Characters offers a fun and innovative way to draw fantasy characters. This unique guide combines 50% workbook and 50% project guide, featuring instructional text and...

Discover a diverse collection of short stories from the Brick Lane Bookshop.This anthology features a range of writers and styles, showcasing the diversity of London's literary scene. With 216 pages...

The Shogun's Queen In 1853, Japan is on the brink of change. The arrival of black ships carrying barbarians threatens the Satsuma clan's way of life. But it's not just the samurai who must come...

The Repo Market: A Vital Pillar of the Financial System The Repo market is a cornerstone of the financial system, often misunderstood yet crucial to its functioning. It provides the lubrication that...

The Etruscans remain one of the most enigmatic ancient civilizations. Due to the lack of textual sources, their culture can only be understood through archaeological and epigraphic evidence. This...

Archbishop Pole: A Fresh Exploration of Life and Work. This book offers a new perspective on the life and writings of Archbishop Pole, focusing particularly on his final years as Archbishop of...

Developing team-based skills for successful Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) implementation is crucial for manufacturing companies. This guide provides supervisors, workgroup leaders, and operators...

The Shortest History of War by Gwynne Dyer is a concise and vivid account of the evolution of warfare from its earliest origins to the present day. From the advent of combat in ancient cities to the...

GIS: A Short Introduction by Nadine Schuurman provides an in-depth exploration of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and its applications in human geography. This guide offers a critical analysis...

Gordon Wright's 50 Steps to Showroom Mastery is a step-by-step guide to building a successful car sales career. Drawing on his own experience and over a decade of best practices, he shares the...

Magnolia: The Shooting Script is the companion book to Paul Thomas Anderson's critically acclaimed film, offering a unique insight into the creative process of the writer-director. The book features...

Fast and easy sudoku puzzles to test your skills and calm your mind. This portable book contains 200 relaxing puzzles, perfect for solving on the go. Edited by New York Times puzzlemaster Will...

A New Chapter at the Borrow a Bookshop by Kiley Dunbar In the charming village of Clove Lore, Harri and Annie reunite at the tumbledown bookshop, where they've both escaped to find a new chapter in...

Versailles, 1667. Louis XIV is King of France at just 28 years old, still haunted by the memory of his father's opposition. To maintain power, he conceives of building Versailles - a palace designed...

A Smoking Bun A Bakeshop Mystery by Ellie Alexander is set in Ashland, Oregon, where pastry chef turned amateur sleuth Jules Capshaw is preparing for a moonlit snowshoe tour. As she bakes spiced...

A murder has taken place in the sanctuary of St. Lucy's Church, a humble edifice at the heart of a Chicago neighborhood struggling with gentrification. Three bodies have been found, brutally...

The Reformation: A Very Short Introduction by Peter Marshall The Reformation had a profound impact on Europe, leaving a lasting mark on the modern world. This transformation began as a debate about...

Geopolitics: A Very Short Introduction by Klaus Dodds Geopolitics is a complex and multifaceted field that affects us all, from the global economy to our daily lives. It encompasses the relationships...

Geophysics is the physics of the Earth, encompassing areas such as seismology, volcanism, and the study of the Earth's magnetic field. This book provides an introduction to the internal and external...

Spirituality: A Very Short Introduction by Philip Sheldrake explores the concept of spirituality and its significance in contemporary Western cultures. The author examines the historical foundations...

Korea: A Very Short Introduction For centuries, Korea has existed in the shadow of its larger neighbours, China and Japan. Today, it is a country of great interest, with the South attracting...

Turn your home machine shop into a more versatile and efficient workspace by creating your own useful tools. Model engineering expert Stan Bray provides complete plans for making 15 simple but useful...

Law: A Very Short Introduction by Raymond Wacks The law plays a vital role in every society, shaping our social, political, and economic lives. Yet it can also seem complex and inaccessible, with its...

Ethics: A Very Short Introduction by Simon Blackburn Exploring the fundamental moral questions that shape our understanding of life and human nature. This concise introduction to ethics tackles...

Causation: A Very Short Introduction by Stephen Mumford and Rani Lill Anjum explores the fundamental connection that underlies our understanding of the world. At its core, causation is essential for...

Isotopes: A Very Short Introduction by Rob Ellam provides an overview of these variant forms of chemical elements and their importance across various sciences. Isotopes are defined as having...

Microeconomics: A Very Short Introduction by Avinash Dixit provides a clear and concise exploration of individual choices and firm decisions that shape our daily lives. By examining issues such as...

Calvinism: A Very Short Introduction by Jon Balserak John Calvin was born only a few years before the Christian church in Europe was plunged into the chaos of the Protestant Reformation. His life's...

A Short History of the World in 50 Failures by Ben Gazur explores how the world as we know it has been shaped by failures of all magnitudes. From botched experiments to missed opportunities, this...

Agriculture: Understanding the Basics of Farming This Very Short Introduction explains what farmers do and why they do it. It starts with the most basic resource, the soil, and shows how farmers can...

Relativity: A Very Short Introduction by Russell Stannard is an accessible exploration of Einstein's groundbreaking theory. This book delves into the extraordinary consequences of relativity,...

Ideology: A Very Short Introduction by Michael Freeden explores the complexities and nuances of this contentious term in political vocabulary. This book delves into the reasons behind the polarized...

Exploring the concept of evil in philosophy, this Very Short Introduction delves into the nature of wrongdoing and its relationship to morality. Luke Russell examines why some philosophers consider...

Pseudoscience: A Very Short Introduction explores the philosophical and historical attempts to define what science is and is not. By examining doctrines often seen as antithetical to science, such as...

Homer's works, the Iliad and the Odyssey, have had a profound impact on Western literature. Yet, the identity of their author remains shrouded in mystery. This Very Short Introduction by Barbara...

Bacteria: A Very Short Introduction by Sebastian G. B. Amyes explores the fundamental branch of life that is ubiquitous in every part of the Earth's surface and its role in ecology, human health, and...

Geometry A Very Short Introduction by Maciej Dunajski The study of geometry has a rich history spanning over 2500 years, with the concept of mathematical proof emerging within this field. Today,...

Geography: A Very Short Introduction provides an overview of the discipline, exploring its history, subject matter, and methods. From physical environments to human cultures, geography seeks to...

Dreaming A Very Short Introduction by J. Allan Hobson explores how dreaming is created by the brain and its role in maintaining and developing the mind. By examining his own dreams and the latest...

Dinosaurs A Very Short Introduction by David Norman provides an in-depth exploration of these fascinating creatures. First discovered and interpreted over 200 years ago, our understanding of...

Superstition: A Very Short Introduction explores the nature and surprising history of superstition from antiquity to the present. Despite the dominance of science in today's world, superstitious...

Suburbs: A Very Short Introduction explores two central questions about our suburban world. What is the history behind this global trend? How do suburbs shape society, politics, and culture?The book...

Scepticism A Very Short Introduction by Duncan Pritchard explores the role of questioning accepted truths in driving change and growth. This book examines both the benefits and drawbacks of...

A lavish collector's edition of the complete poems of Matsuo Bashō is presented in this beautifully rendered volume. This collection offers a full picture of the haiku of one of Japan's most revered...

The Samurai: A Complex and Influential Force in Japanese History The samurai, often depicted as sword-wielding warriors bound by strict ethical codes, have become an enduring part of popular culture...

Creativity: A Very Short Introduction by Vlad Petre Glǎveanu explores the history, theory, and practice of creativity from a psychological perspective. This book considers the nature and development...

Horror: A Very Short Introduction by Darryl Jones explores the enduring appeal of fear in popular culture. From ancient Greek tragedies to modern-day internet memes, horror has become an integral...

Autism: A Very Short Introduction by Uta Frith offers a clear and authoritative understanding of this complex disorder. Exploring the vast array of different conditions that fall under the autism...

Waves: A Very Short Introduction by Mike Goldsmith explores the diverse world of waves, from the Earth's seismic activity to electromagnetic radiation and gravitational waves. This book delves into...

Epidemiology: A Very Short Introduction by Rodolfo SaracciThis concise guide to epidemiology dispels common misconceptions and provides a clear explanation of its principles, including clinical...

Sound: A Very Short Introduction by Mike Goldsmith Understanding sound is essential to appreciating how we experience the world. But what is sound itself? What physical principles govern pitch and...

Pakistan: A complex and multifaceted nation with a rich history spanning over 4,000 years. From its ancient riverine civilisations to its modern-day politics, Pakistan's story is one of intricate...

Demography: A Very Short Introduction by Sarah Harper provides an in-depth exploration of the study of people, addressing key concepts such as population size, distribution, and density. This book...

Design: A Very Short Introduction by John Heskett This concise guide to contemporary design explores how it combines 'need' and 'desire' in everyday objects, reflecting both user identity and...

The Etruscans: A Very Short Introduction By Christopher Smith Discover the fascinating history and culture of the Etruscans, a people who thrived in Italy from around 900 to 400 BC. Their legacy is...

Teeth: A Very Short Introduction by Peter S. Ungar provides an in-depth exploration of the fascinating world of teeth, tracing their evolution over half a billion years. From their role in breaking...