Home & Garden Books
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Lalique
Book SynopsisRene Lalique was one of the giants of twentieth century decorative arts and a master of the Art Deco idiom. Born in 1860, early artistic talent led to an apprenticeship with Paris goldsmith Louis Aucoc. By 1885 Rene had established his own workshop, and for the next twenty years he designed and made jewellery of great originality and beauty. Though this became famous worldwide, before the turn of the century he began experimenting with glass, and it is for this that Lalique is today most famous: for the fine art perfume bottles he produced for Francois Coty and for a vast repertoire besides, including vases, lighting, clocks, car mascots and architectural commissions. This lavishly illustrated history celebrates the extraordinary jewellery and glass of Rene Lalique, and the glass of the Lalique company up to the present day.
£13.49
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC British Railway Tickets Shire Library
Book SynopsisIn 1838 Thomas Edmondson, an employee of the fledgling Newcastle & Carlisle Railway, revolutionised the ticket issuing process in Britain and left an enduring legacy: the Edmondson ticket. Purchased as proof of the contract between passenger and railway company, the ticket was a receipt, travel pass and an ephemeral record of almost every train journey ever taken in the British Isles, reflecting the nostalgia of the railways and a period of history when the movement of millions of people brought together England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. The railways printed millions of tickets for every conceivable journey and category of passenger. Most were destroyed after use, but remarkably many survive, in the care of libraries, museums and collectors, and form the basis of a fascinating hobby.Table of Contents?Introduction / The Edmondson Ticket and Railway Travel in Britain / Types of Ticket / How Tickets Tell the Story of a Railway / Modern Tickets / Collecting Railway Tickets / Further Information / Index
£8.54
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Pottery of the Southwest Ancient Art and Modern
Book SynopsisFor almost two thousand years, the pottery made by the Indians of America''s Southwest has remained a vital art. Today, more than twenty Pueblos and tribes make pottery within the tradition, each with a distinctive style. Many of those local styles have persisted for hundreds of years. In prehistory, beautiful pieces had high trade value, and the finest contemporary pieces command prices appropriate to fine art of any type. Potters like Nampeyo, Maria Martinez and Juan Quezada achieved worldwide fame. Yet despite its history and the skill of its artists, Southwestern Indian pottery remains surprisingly easy to collect. This book introduces the art from its beginnings to the present and displays examples that describe how America''s first important art form grew into one of the world''s most accessible treasures.
£8.54
Little, Brown Book Group A Modern Girls Guide To Getting Hitched
Book SynopsisDiscover the truth about weddings with this fun, witty, self-help book for brides-to-be.A Modern Girl''s Guide to Getting Hitched gives tips, guidance and case studies on how to plan for your big day, cope with your families and friends, and achieve your own goals. Entertaining and informative, it tells the truth about weddings that the magazines don''t dare to mention.Topics covered include: *Coming to terms with never being able to pull men again! *Dealing with the details that will drive you mad - and discovering the available options*Looking like a princess - without having to behave like one*Creating the right service for you*Speeches - choosing the right people for the job and controlling their content*Choosing a bridesmaid without losing all your female friends*Learning how to balance being a wedding bore with a full-time job *Judgement Day - including common disasters and last minute fixes. A Modern Gir
£10.44
Taylor & Francis Ltd Guide to Home Improvement Costs
Book SynopsisExtending your home? New kitchen or bathroom? Planning to decorate? If you''re taking on a job like this you need to know three things - can you do it on your own; how long is going to take; and most important of all, how much is it going to cost.This book tells you the answers. With simple-to-follow guidance on all your home improvement projects it tells you: the time the job will take the costs of the materials how difficult it''s going to be and what a professional is going to charge to do it for youTrade Review"Beat the builders at their games of bluff...this is a new trump card for the householder..." Sunday Times "...invaluable for anyone thinking of undertaking home improvements, both large and small." Citizens Advice BureauTable of ContentsPart 1 Part One; Chapter 1 Using a Contractor; Part 2 Part Two; Chapter 2 Doing it Yourself; Part 3 Part Three; Chapter 3 Hours, Materials and Costs; Part 4 Part Four; Chapter 4 Building Your Own Home; Part 5 Part Five; Chapter 5 Total Project Costs; Part 6 Part Six; Chapter 6 Tool and Equipment Hire; Part 7 Part Seven; Chapter 7 General Construction Data;
£42.74
The History Press Ltd Aviation Disasters
Book SynopsisFlying as an airline passenger is, statistically, one of the safest forms of travel. Even so, the history of civil aviation is littered with high-profile disasters involving major loss of life. This new edition of the authoritative work on the subject brings the grim but important story of air disasters right up to date. David Gero assembles a list of major air disasters since the 1950s across continents. He investigates every type of calamity, including those caused by appalling weather, mechanical failure, pilot error, inhospitable terrain and hostile action. The first incident of sabotage involving a commercial jetliner is covered, as is the first, much-feared crash of the jumbo jet era. Examined alongside less well-known disasters are high-profile episodes such as that of Pan American Flight 103 at Lockerbie in 1988, the Twin Towers tragedy of 11 September 2001 and, more recently, the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 in 2014 the greatest mystery of the comme
£21.25
The History Press Ltd Hawker Siddeley Harrier
Book SynopsisMark A. Chambers charts the history and output of Hawker Aircraft Ltd from Sopwith onwards, through the Harrier’s development, production, flight testing and operational and combat history, and also considers its future replacement, the Lockheed Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
£29.38
The History Press Ltd The Quest for Speed
Book SynopsisYear by year, dramatic improvements in the winning speeds – often breaking records – charted the progress made, and this eventually had a great impact on the development of fighter aircraft in the Second World War and the future of the air industry alike.
£17.00
The History Press Ltd From Airbus to Zeppelin
Book SynopsisA must-have A–Z guide with fascinating facts, figures, quotes and statistics from the high-flying world of aviation, From Airbus to Zeppelin has it all. F is for Faster than the sun: which aircraft was the first to fly faster than the Earth's rotation?
£9.49
The History Press Ltd Testing Tornado
Book SynopsisIt was early Cold War days when 17-year-old David Eagles applied to the Fleet Air Arm hoping to be a fighter pilot for his national service.
£15.29
The History Press Ltd More Testing Times
Book SynopsisFollowing his first three successful books, describing his long career as a military pilot, Mike Brooke completes the story with more tales of test flying during the 1980s and ’90s.
£13.49
The History Press Ltd A Beginners Guide to Living on the Waterways
Book SynopsisLiving Aboard is a must-have guide for anyone wishing to get onto the water including canals, as well as those already living there!
£15.29
The History Press Ltd The Wright Brothers Story
Book SynopsisThe story of brothers Wilbur and Orville Wright who were fascinated by human flight.
£9.49
The History Press Ltd Wings of Empire
Book SynopsisA key collection of material from the earliest days of air strategy and combat, creating a definitive history of the RAF in an important theatre of war
£17.00
The History Press Ltd Project Apollo
Book SynopsisA miscellany of facts, figures and stories from the Apollo mission programme, representing the furthest humankind has ever travelled
£10.44
The History Press Ltd Secrets of a Stewardess
Book SynopsisA funny, entertaining and frank account of life as an air hostess in the debauched days of the 1980s
£9.49
The History Press Ltd The Buried Spitfires of Burma
Book SynopsisAn enthralling historical detective story of a dream becoming an obsession, in a post-truth world of 'alternative facts' and ‘fake news’
£17.00
The History Press Ltd Folk Tales from the Garden
Book SynopsisStories told in and about gardens, from the smallest back yard to the largest country estateTrade Review"I loved this book, you soon find you cannot put it down as you travel from month to month.""The stories are short enough to pick up and read one at a time, then put the book back down to return to later. It’s charming in every way, with beautiful illustrations from Annalisa Salis."
£11.69
The History Press Ltd Pauline Gower Pioneering Leader of the Spitfire
Book SynopsisFlying ‘Anything to Anywhere’: the life of pilot Pauline Gower, MBE, who led the women of the Air Transport Auxiliary during WW2Trade Review'A magnificent and most readable effort' – Medal News * Medal News *
£13.49
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Ultimate Orchid
Book SynopsisThomas J. Sheehan is a faculty member at the University of Florida and has written or coauthored over 350 scientific and popular articles on ornamental horticulture. He is an honorary vice-president of the American Orchid Society, a recipient of the Society's Gold Medal of Achievement and is active in a number of international orchid-related organisations
£13.49
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Containers
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£6.30
Little, Brown Book Group Start with Your Sock Drawer
Book SynopsisSpring clean your life with this practical, achievable guide to decluttering from the British Marie KondoWardrobes bursting with unworn clothes.Boxes full of obsolete chargers and neglected children''s toys. A dresser jammed full of mismatched socks. . . Sound familiar? Many of us feel increasingly overwhelmed by the sheer amount of stuff packed into our homes. Being organised at home doesn''t just mean always knowing where you left the remote; it means being able to face the world with a clear mind and increased energy. It all starts at home.But where? When the problem is so vast and we are all so busy, how do you even begin to tackle the clutter mountain? Professional organiser Vicky Silverthorn has the simple answer: start with your sock drawer. Using tried-and-tested methods, Vicky will guide you through practical, bite-sized tasks that will help you achieve a friendly level of organisation throughout your home and a life-changing clarity of mind. With Vicky''s help, you can banish clutter and turn your home into a sanctuary. Perfect for fans of the Netflix series Tidying up with Marie Kondo and followers of Mrs Hinch.Readers love Start With Your Sock Drawer: ''Full of useful tips'' ''Great advice in this concise book, which will get you on your way to better organisation and leading an uncluttered life'' ''As a professional declutterer, this is the only book I regularly recommended to my clients''''Informative and practical'' ''Excellent, sensible advice'' Trade ReviewClients of "avid declutterer" Vicky Silverthorn include model Suki Waterhouse and television presenter Jonathan Ross, who calls her system "life changing". The book's 10 chapters outline how to organise everything from yours socks to your fridge with sections on "letting go" and "simple living" * Daily Express *Start With Your Sock Drawer, a simple guide to living a less cluttered life, gives a host of tips and steps to ridding homes of the clutter and stuff people accumulate over the years * Exmouth Journal *Vicky is a wonder. Her meticulous and practical re-organisation of my wardrobe has freed me from clutter and spared up valuable time . . . She's a life changer, and also great company! * JONATHAN ROSS *Vicky's can do attitude and positivity can make the scariest tasks seem eerily achievable. You'll also have fun along the way! * JAMIE DORNAN *
£11.69
Little, Brown Book Group Goop Clean Beauty The Ultimate Guide to a Healthy
Book SynopsisFinally, the ultimate guide to all things beauty from THE experts in clean living. Written by the editors of Gwyneth Paltrow''s lifestyle collective, goop, this must-have beauty bible will shed a definitive light on topics such as what to eat, the importance of sleep, the power of antioxidants, and the impact of exercise, while offering tactical advice for skin issues and acne, as well as clean makeup product suggestions. Readers will also find beauty tutorials from some of goop''s expert makeup artists and hair stylists. GOOP CLEAN BEAUTY will feature delicious skin-boosting recipes and 100 gorgeous photographs of real women, and of course Gwyneth and other goop friends and family, all of whom will share their own secrets, routines, and beauty rituals.
£22.50
Little, Brown Book Group Shelf Respect A Book Lovers Guide to Curating
Book SynopsisThere''s no such thing as too many books, simply not enough places to put themDecluttering is all the rage, but what do you do when your preferred interior decor is miles of overstuffed bookshelves? If you can''t bring yourself to clear your collection, SHELF RESPECT will validate your life choices.Do you alphabetise your books or organise by genre... or (heaven forbid) colour? Have you merged your collection with your other half''s? (And do you write your name inside the cover, just in case?) Do you keep all the books you''ve read, or only the most cherished? Is there such a thing as too many books? (No.)Bound to provoke (good-natured) debate between Bibliophiles, SHELF RESPECT is a charmingly illustrated book in defence of towering TBR piles and overflowing shelves... no matter how you choose to organise them.
£11.69
Mobius The Great British Baking Show
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£31.50
The History Press Ltd TwentyThousand Miles in a Flying Boat
Book SynopsisAir-route development in Africa was a result of Sir Alan Cobham''s 1929 flight through and round Africa in a flying-boat. Lady Cobham accompanied her husband throughout the journey. This work features Sir Alan Cobham''s account of his journey. First published in 1930, it is illustrated with over 50 photographs from the trip, from the family archive.
£13.49
The History Press Ltd Nymans
Book SynopsisNymans forms one of a group of gardens in the Sussex Weald which were created before the First World War and are still beautiful today, their owners sharing a passion for new material brought back from all over the world by intrepid plant hunters. Ludwig Messel bought Nymans in 1890 and, with his head gardener, James Comber, began extensive planting of exotics, determined to prove that many supposedly tender plants could grow outdoors in Sussex. After 1915, his son, Leonard, carried on planting and raising new hybrids. In 1954 the garden was bequeathed to the National Trust. This historic garden is undoubtedly one of our national treasures and this book pays tribute to its history and beauty.
£9.74
The History Press Ltd Bristol Brabazon
Book SynopsisThe Brabazon the name evokes the immediate post-war optimism of civil aviation. The giant airliner was built by Bristol Aircraft in 1949 to cross the Atlantic and serve the empire. However, the plane proved to be a commercial failure when airlines felt that it was too large and expensive to be useful. Large and luxurious, it carried only 60-80 passengers, and with a range of 5,000 miles, a 225ft wing span and eight engines buried in the wings with enough fuel to reach New York, the 100-ton bomber' was more impressive and capable than the B-29: the ultimate passenger airliner was born. Now, with previously unpublished material and illustrations from the original Bristol Brabazon sales brochure, among other sources, the Brabazon's 1930s-style elegance is displayed once again, celebrating its design, construction and sheer luxury. A fitting outcome for such a paragon of post-war optimism and an aircraft still considered by many to be the foremost in propeller-driven civi
£13.49
Hamlyn Herb Book
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£7.49
Octopus Publishing Group The 1000 MostAsked Gardening Questions
Book SynopsisQuick and helpful answers to the 1000 most-asked gardening questions from the BBC's gardening expert, Daphne LedwardIn the multifaceted world of gardening, the same questions arise time and time again. Organized season-by-season, this book promises to answer the 1000 most-asked questions that can frustrate all gardeners alike.Drawing on her years of experience in gardening, former panellist and researcher for the BBC's Gardeners Question Time Daphne Ledward has answered them all. From knowing how to identify your soil type, the finer points of pruning and propagation, and seeds versus seedlings; to the thorny problems of dealing with chronic pests and diseases, and finding plants for difficult places, this book is the answer to all of the most frequently asked gardening questions.Get the most out of your garden, big or small, and discover answers to common issues such as:- what type of soil is best
£9.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd An Introduction to Landscape and Garden Design
Book SynopsisHow do you design a landscape book suitable for its intended uses? How can the natural qualities of a landscape be enhanced with new features and focal points? How can you make pedestrians stay on the footpath? What kind of plant, path or wall should you put where, and what sort of contract should you choose for your client''s contractor? This refreshingly down-to-earth introduction to the vast subject of landscape design and construction answers all these questions, guiding new students through the many facets of professional practice and welding together the artistic, legal, financial, environmental and management issues which can seem so dauntingly disconnected. Illustrated with original drawings, photographs, sample plans and facsimiles, including a new colour plate section, this readable classic has been fully revised and updated throughout. It opens with a completely new chapter which explains design and aesthetic principles, explores the history of our relationship to landscapeTrade ReviewReviews of the first edition: ’...an easily digestible book with a lot of interesting content...I recommend it.’ Desmond Sivell, Sheffield University, UK ’A very informative read...I am most impressed by this wonderful book...The well thought out and up-to-date theories on design make this a truly ground breaking book. I look forward to visiting some of the author's schemes to see just how he has put some of this excellent theory into practice. A sharp, well illustrated and often very witty insight into front garden design, well done James Blake!’ Giles Hill ’This book is a must for any student or young designer because it actually deals with the absolute basics of how to draw and what to use...James Blake's approach is thorough and honest - tackle and master the rudiments before going on to the more sophisticated...Overall, James Blake has produced a very useful book in its category and it will go a long way to help students and young designers.’ Landscape DesignTable of ContentsContents: Preface; Introduction; A brief history of landscape and garden design; The role of the landscape designer; Design philosophy and aesthetic principles; The design process; Client liaison, questionnaires and site appraisal; Land survey; Landscape character; Hard landscape design; Soft landscape design; Evaluating and using the site information; Children’s play; Progressing concepts to final drawings; Cost estimating and tender documentation; Tendering the contract documents; Contracts and contract preparation; Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015; Contract administration; Graphic presentation, drafting equipment and plan printing; Drawing principles; Drawing arrangement; Drawing for different purposes; General design practice management; The cost effectiveness of a guiding philosophy and other useful points of reference; Further reading; Appendices; Index.
£171.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd An Introduction to Landscape and Garden Design
Book SynopsisHow do you design a landscape book suitable for its intended uses? How can the natural qualities of a landscape be enhanced with new features and focal points? How can you make pedestrians stay on the footpath? What kind of plant, path or wall should you put where, and what sort of contract should you choose for your client''s contractor? This refreshingly down-to-earth introduction to the vast subject of landscape design and construction answers all these questions, guiding new students through the many facets of professional practice and welding together the artistic, legal, financial, environmental and management issues which can seem so dauntingly disconnected. Illustrated with original drawings, photographs, sample plans and facsimiles, including a new colour plate section, this readable classic has been fully revised and updated throughout. It opens with a completely new chapter which explains design and aesthetic principles, explores the history of our relationship to landscapeTrade ReviewReviews of the first edition: ’...an easily digestible book with a lot of interesting content...I recommend it.’ Desmond Sivell, Sheffield University, UK ’A very informative read...I am most impressed by this wonderful book...The well thought out and up-to-date theories on design make this a truly ground breaking book. I look forward to visiting some of the author's schemes to see just how he has put some of this excellent theory into practice. A sharp, well illustrated and often very witty insight into front garden design, well done James Blake!’ Giles Hill ’This book is a must for any student or young designer because it actually deals with the absolute basics of how to draw and what to use...James Blake's approach is thorough and honest - tackle and master the rudiments before going on to the more sophisticated...Overall, James Blake has produced a very useful book in its category and it will go a long way to help students and young designers.’ Landscape DesignTable of ContentsContents: Preface; Introduction; A brief history of landscape and garden design; The role of the landscape designer; Design philosophy and aesthetic principles; The design process; Client liaison, questionnaires and site appraisal; Land survey; Landscape character; Hard landscape design; Soft landscape design; Evaluating and using the site information; Children’s play; Progressing concepts to final drawings; Cost estimating and tender documentation; Tendering the contract documents; Contracts and contract preparation; Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015; Contract administration; Graphic presentation, drafting equipment and plan printing; Drawing principles; Drawing arrangement; Drawing for different purposes; General design practice management; The cost effectiveness of a guiding philosophy and other useful points of reference; Further reading; Appendices; Index.
£51.29
Anness Publishing The Fruit Vegetable Gardener The Complete Practical Guide to Kitchen Gardening from Planning and Planting to Harvesting and Storing
Book SynopsisThere is nothing quite like growing your own vegetables, herbs and fruits, and this book will give you the know-how to grow your own crops, whether you want a large vegetable plot or a small herb garden.
£13.49
Anness Publishing Vinegar and Oil Natures Magic The Ultimate
Book SynopsisSPECIAL PRICE REDUCTION! From ancient Greece to the Victorian era and into modern times, vinegar and oil have been used for an infinite variety of purposes. This comprehensive practical book explores the seemingly endless applications of these wondrous substances.
£6.31
Anness Publishing The Complete Practical Gardening Book Collection
Book SynopsisThe skills required for planning and maintaining a successful garden can be mastered by everyone and are clearly explained in this beautiful set of books.
£15.29
Anness Publishing Illustrated Practical Guide to Gardening for
Book SynopsisA fresh and inspiring new guide to gardening for those in the second flush of youth, from active retirees to those with more limited abilities
£15.29
Anness Publishing Gardeners Diary
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£10.50
Anness Publishing The Organic Gardener How to Create Vegetable
Book SynopsisWhether starting an organic garden from scratch or applying organic principles to an existing garden, this book is filled with step-by-step information that will help you achieve your goal.
£9.49
Anness Publishing Garden Techniques and Garden Plants Two Volume
Book SynopsisPresents step-by-step techniques on everything from planning and design to planting, propagation, care and cultivation through each season. This title contains advice on choosing the best plants for all types of garden, with entries arranged alphabetically within plant categories for quick and easy reference.
£15.29
Anness Publishing Pruning Success How and When to Prune all the Key
Book SynopsisMost plants benefit from a prune for healthy growth and visual appeal, and this simple guide clearly explains the different methods of pruning, such as deadheading, shaping, clipping and trimming. Includes an at-a-glance seasonal chart to remind you when
£5.62
Anness Publishing New Crafts Woodcraft 25 Stepbystep Handcrafted
Book SynopsisHow to master decorative wood techniques including carving, pyrography, marquetry and fretwork, as well as basic automata and construction. Projects, step-by-step instructions and 300 photographs make the techniques accessible to beginners, as well as inc
£7.59
Anness Publishing Quick Easy Gardening Creating a Beautiful
Book SynopsisHelps you create a garden that is quick to establish, and can be maintained in under an hour a week. This book explains how careful planning, design and planting can ensure trouble-free gardening in the future and gives lots of useful information on the best equipment and techniques.
£5.68
Anness Publishing Window Boxes How to Create Stunning Window
Book SynopsisShows you how to create window displays to enjoy throughout the year. This title helps you discover the pleasure of decorative and edible plants without a garden. It features advice on seasonal plantings and striking combinations for year-round interest.
£5.68
Anness Publishing Doityourself Essential Tools Measuring And
Book SynopsisA simple and accessible guide to the basic tools you need for a wide range of jobs, including tiling, painting, flooring, woodwork and general repairs in the home; useful tips show you the basic techniques and how to use them.
£5.68
Anness Publishing Using Colour in the Garden How to Create a Garden
Book SynopsisEnjoy vibrant beds and borders throughout the year, with practical advice and ideas for stunning combinations. Includes a simple reference chart giving planting and flowering times for many common garden plants.
£5.68
Anness Publishing Annuals for Your Garden
Book SynopsisThis handy book is an instant guide to the wide variety of annuals, biennials and tender perennials that have vibrant flowers and foliage, with suggestions suitable for every season and garden location.
£5.68
Anness Publishing 30 Stepbystep Napkin Folds How to Create Special
Book SynopsisThe art of napkin folding has soared in popularity in recent years. Beautifully folded napkins add elegance and style to even the simplest of table settings, and will always delight and amaze your guests. This book reveals the secrets of perfect napkin
£6.93
Anness Publishing Scent in the Garden Create a Fragrant Paradise to
Book SynopsisA glorious garden filled with fragrance can affect our mood and wellbeing. Make the most of scented bulbs, annuals, perennials, herbs and small trees with this practical and accessible handbook.
£5.68
