Home & Garden Books

Book SynopsisTake a journey to Château-de-la-Motte Husson in the spellbinding memoir from Sunday Times bestselling authors, Dick and Angel Strawbridge.Dick and Angel recount the newest and biggest challenges they faced on the journey to transforming their once derelict and abandoned château in France''s Pays de la Loire into a thriving family home and sustainable business.When the Covid-19 pandemic engulfs the world, the château faces a new challenge and the Strawbridges must find ways to adapt in order to keep their dream life in France alive. From the cancellation of the wedding season to finding new ways to complete renovations, living in an isolated bubble whilst continuing to film their TV series through to life after the pandemic, this is Dick and Angel at their most honest and heartfelt, revealing many details never seen on TV.As entertaining, warm and irresistible as ever, Join Dick and Angel on their remarkable journey to find their family''s fo

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Book SynopsisThis book considers what prints tell us about the development of the landscape garden in 18th- and early 19th- century Britain. They formed a significant part of the expanding machinery of mass communication and could thus influence taste and spread ideas. This could lead to propaganda, or at least creation of an image the owner of a property found desirable, and reality was consequently often compromised. The illusion of actuality could be achieved by adjustments and techniques employed by artists generally. Even if not entirely representational, a print may reveal much about fashions and attitudes towards the landscape garden. At their best they powerfully convey the atmosphere of a garden as well as the perception and possible idealisation of it. The book breaks new ground, including discussion of techniques of producing a print, marketing, categories of print, and studies of the greatest engravers and a few select gardens that prints illuminate particularly well. Changes can be observed both in the developments in print-making and in the journey of the landscape garden. With 220 prints of the period to illustrate the text, all aspects of the subject are brought to the reader's attention.Trade ReviewMichael Symes's book is so sumptuously designed and produced in hardback landscape format that it warrants a slip case. It teems with illustrations, many in colour, almost all from the author's collection, reflecting his considerable scholarship, its emphasis firmly centred on the 18th century. * Country Life *Table of ContentsPreface 1 Image and Propaganda 2 Printomania 3 Pattern Books 4 Royal Landscapes 5 Stowe 6 Chiswick 7 The London Pleasure Gardens 8 Nuneham Courtenay 9 William Woollett 10 Luke Sullivan, Francois Vivares and Anthony Walker 11 Horace Walpole 12 The Gazetteers 13 Sets of Seats 14 The Picturesque 15 A Miscellany of Prints Select reading Index

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Book SynopsisKnown as Fat Albert', Lockheed's ubiquitous C-130 Hercules was a product of combat experiences gained during the Korean War, a conflict that highlighted the need for a rugged transport aircraft designed with a do-anything, go-anywhere ethos in mind. First flown in August 1954, the C-130, powered by four turboprop engines mounted underneath a high wing which allowed for effortless loading via a rear ramp, soon proved its worth as a highly versatile aircraft. The easily configured cargo area helped the C-130 stand out from the crowd, and soon variants began to appear, with the first being a ski-equipped resupply aircraft. It was this type of tasking the C-130 excelled at, and soon air movement staff was developing new ways to deploy cargo. This included low-level drops, proving invaluable in aiding isolated disaster-struck areas. Other variants included air-to-air tankers, electronic reconnaissance platforms and weather reconnaissance aircraft. Now produced by Lockheed Martin, the C-

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Book SynopsisTake a master class by one of the world's greatest living bonsai masters!Kunio Kobayashi is one the world's most recognized bonsai artists. In this comprehensive book, he presents all the essential techniques needed to plant and maintain the most popular types of bonsaifrom pines, cypress and cedar to flowering trees and other beloved varieties, including grasses. Bonsai Master Class is a book for new fans and longtime aficionados alike, showing you how, with the help of human hands, a bonsai tree can evolve and thrive over centuries. This book provides you with all the vital information you need, including:A thorough explanation of the basic bonsai types and styles, and their characteristicsGuidance in the art of selecting the right plants, pots and spaces to display your bonsaiTips on getting started including purchasing the plants, assembling the necessary tools and choosing the soilsAdvice and techniques for planting, repotting, watering, pruning, shaping, wiring and protecting y

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Book SynopsisGrace Kelly: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon is a stunning illustrated biography of style and screen legend Grace Kelly, from internationally renowned fashion illustrator Megan Hess. Oscar-winning actress, muse to one of the greatest directors of all time, global fashion icon and European princess – Grace Kelly was a truly remarkable figure. In just six short years in Hollywood, she became one of the most significant and highest-paid stars of her generation. She was the darling of costume designers and fashion houses everywhere and beloved by fans across the globe, but at the height of her fame, 'the girl in the white gloves' gave it all away to follow her heart across the sea. In a lavish ceremony that captivated the world, she married Prince Rainier III and became Princess Grace of Monaco. Elegantly enclosed by a hardback cover and ribbon, Grace Kelly: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon is a celebration of a cultural icon who turned heads and won hearts wherever she went, with every enchanting detail brought to life on the page by the expert hand of Megan Hess.

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive overview, organized by material and period, allows the reader to distinguish, appraise, and date French jewelry from 1800‒1950.This highly accessible guide offers a detailed panorama charting the evolution of French jewelry created between the Consulate period in the 1800s through to the 1950s. Iconic examples include Onyx cameos, “dormeuses” earrings in rose gold, an Art Deco solitaire, a sapphire “you and me” ring, a diamond “shaker” brooch, and an emerald “negligee” necklace.Entries are organized by period, and include primary sources of inspiration and characteristics, designers, materials, gemstones, and types of jewelry. Completed with an overview of the key design houses and artists who have left their mark on the jewelry industry since 1800, along with detailed advice for buying and maintaining pieces, this practical reference—richly illustrated with photographs and archival do

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Book SynopsisCharles Dowding is the leading proponent of No Dig gardening with a huge following, borne out of more than 40 years of growing, analysing, and recommending. He is revered in the gardening world - Monty Don (BBC Gardeners' World presenter) says "Charles has become the guru of no-dig gardening. He's a really good grower, organic, and has fabulous produce."

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Book SynopsisAn illustrated study of the legendary Spitfire and the evolving tactics behind its early defence of Britain''s shores.The Spitfire endures as one of the most iconic aircraft of World War II. Nevertheless, its initial skirmishes and battles yielded as many challenges as successes, with German forces soon outpacing pre-war RAF tactics and exploiting the Spitfire''s modest endurance to their advantage. This new study offers an engaging account of the celebrated fighter''s early encounters with the Luftwaffe from 1939?40, chronicling the rapid strategic evolution of Spitfire units from the Phoney War through to the Battle of France and the Dunkirk evacuation. Aviation expert Tony Holmes shines a new light on the fledgling exploits of this world-famous aircraft. Enhanced by newly commissioned maps, ribbon diagrams and full-colour artworks, as well as a host of archive photos, this fascinating exploration brings depth and insight to its journey through the Spitfire''s early years.

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Book SynopsisTake the guesswork out of gardening. Whether you are an absolute beginner or a green thumb, plan and track your garden with this keepsake guide and logbook. A garden is what you make of it, whether it’s potted plants on a patio, a slender patch of perennial flowers along a walkway, or raised beds for a variety of vegetables. No matter where you live or what types of plants you want to grow, this book is the perfect gardening companion. As more than a garden planner and logbook, the thoughtful primer and expert tips in these pages will help you develop a garden that’s more personal and ultimately more rewarding. Accompanied by beautiful illustrations and a layflat binding for easy writing, you’ll find: Pages for planning and mapping out your garden Instructions on how—and when—to start seeds and transplant seedlings How to attract beneficials and ward oTable of ContentsIntroduction A Garden Primer YEAR ONE YEAR TWO YEAR THREE YEAR FOUR YEAR FIVE

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Book Synopsis''Even if you don''t find yourself booking a one-way Eurostar ticket to the capital like Marissa, this book might just be the key to finally nailing that elusive Parisian je ne sais quoi.''Penny Goldstone, Fashion Editor, Marie Claire''A delightful, down-to-earth guide . . . complete with insider fashion tips, beauty tricks and dating advice from Marissa''s own personal experience, plus interviews with many modern iterations of the ever-elusive Parisienne herself.'' Monica de La Villardière, journalist and co-founder of the Fashion No Filter podcastTo be Parisian is to have a certain attitude and outlook on life. In Practicing Parisienne, British journalist and blogger Marissa Cox decodes this seemingly nebulous je ne sais quoi, explaining what she has learned since moving to France eight years ago, and how and why the reader can and should adopt a more Parisian lifesTrade ReviewA delightful, down-to-earth guide . . . complete with insider fashion tips, beauty tricks and dating advice from Marissa's own personal experience, plus interviews with many modern iterations of the ever-elusive Parisienne herself. * Monica de La Villardière, journalist and co-founder of the Fashion No Filter podcast *Practising Parisienne is a celebration of the City of Lights and an ode to the pleasures in life. Marissa Cox effortlessly mixes practical tips, personal stories and inspiring conversations in this charming guide to living well the Parisian way. * Miranda York, author of At the Table and The Food Almanac *With appreciation, honesty, a deep understanding and access to leading figures, Practising Parisienne reads like a who's who and what's what when it comes to everything Parisian. * Hannah Almassi, Editor in Chief, Who What Wear UK *Even if you don't find yourself booking a one-way Eurostar ticket to the capital like Marissa, this book might just be the key to finally nailing that elusive Parisian je ne sais quoi. * Penny Goldstone, Fashion Editor, Marie Claire *

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Book SynopsisAs a gun owner, it’s your responsibility to keep thorough records of your purchases and sales. This handsome logbook maintains those records in an organized, convenient place. Whether you’re new to gun ownership or you’ve been collecting for years, it’s good practice to keep records of your purchases and sales. This conveniently compact logbook has a two-page, at-a-glance spread for each firearm—organized into sections of 20 each for rifles, shotguns, and handguns. Log pages include ample space for recording specific characteristics of each gun along with data that conforms to the standards set by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, including:   Descriptions: make, model name, serial number, country of manufacture, caliber or gauge, capacity, grips or stock, barrel length, finish, sights, action, condition, other characteristics and accessories Acquisition and disposition:

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Book SynopsisThe Cottage Life reflects our collective desire to escape the chaos of modern existence; to live with more purpose, more compassion and more joy.  The Cottage Life is an essential guide to slow and simple living, inspired by the magical world of cottagecore. To follow the cottagecore aesthetic is to wear secondhand clothes that tell their own stories; to bake fresh bread and cakes, no matter how wonky the outcome; to spend time in nature, to observe and draw the plants, to breathe freshair and to connect with species beyond our own. It is taking the time to notice the seasons change, or to turn off your screen mindfully and pick up an old novel instead. It is lighting a fire on the first cool night of autumn and sipping a fresh cup of tea by the fireplace, or watching the first spring leaves unfurl after the long, dark winter.Celebrating t

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Book Synopsis"The photos here are undeniably spectacular — but the exploration of the costume ball’s history is worth sticking around for, too." —Natural Diamonds Tiaras have always inspired a great fascination and the most beautiful and influential women have been painted, photographed and admired whilst wearing them. Even in the 21st century they are still worn and continue to inspire special poise, elegance and sophistication. This lavishly illustrated book includes exclusive photographs, many repro­duced for the first time, of a variety of Royal tiaras together with those of French and Russian Imperial provenance, including four stunning tiaras designed by Prince Albert for Queen Victoria. Geoffrey Munn has also been granted privileged access to the archives of many famous jewellers, including Boucheron, Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels and Fabergé, for his research. The regal images of some of the most prestigious jewels in the world will captivate the reader and ensure turning the page to the next enticing image becomes irresistible. Many of these mes­merising tiaras also have great historical signifi­cance and their provenance is fully explained here. Among the con­temporary pieces referred to are tiaras belonging to Jamie Lee Curtis, Vivienne Westwood, Elton John and Madonna, that were made by Galliano, Slim Barratt and Versace. The scholarly text, which incorporates more than 400 illustrations, includes chapters on tiaras as crown jewels, Russian style tiaras, tiaras as works of art and the relationship between the tiara and the costume ball. Tiaras – A History of Splendour is a magnificent work that will enthral all those interested in fashion and style, jewellery, European history and Royalty. “… beautifully written and magnificently produced… for anyone interested in social history, it’s as good a read as you are likely to have this year.” Daily Telegraph “A truly majestic book” Antiques Info “… elegantly melds social history, fashion criticism and an appreciation of the jeweler’s art.” Town & Country Trade Review"...lavish and beautifully illustrated new study...[Geoffrey Munn's] text is perfectly balanced between sober art and historical chops (as when discussing three tiaras designed by Prince Albert for Queen Victoria) and giddy appreciation (discussing a tiara made for drag comedienne Dame Edna Everage" Publishers Weekly"The photos here are undeniably spectacular — but the exploration of the costume ball’s history is worth sticking around for, too." - Natural Diamonds"However, there are no absolute rules regarding tiaras, as Geoffrey Munn, author of Tiaras: A History of Splendour, told me. “Anyone can wear one!” he says. "You do not have to have a title."" - British Vogue"Just as Her Majesty had Norman Hartnell embroider her wedding dress with symbolic blooms, she also tasked the British couturier with making meaningful headgear for her bridesmaids: wreaths of wheat and freesias with crystal dew drops attached and forget-me-nots at the back, a symbol of true love, according to Geoffrey C Munn’s Tiaras: A History of Splendour." - British Vogue"The famed headgear of European royalty is twinkling around the globe." - Bloomberg PursuitsTable of ContentsChapter One - Profane to Sacred Chapter Two - Dressing the Hair Chapter Three - Court and Social Chapter Four - Return to Sources Chapter Five - The Tiara and the Costume Ball Chapter Six - Russia and the Russian Style Chapter Seven - In and Out of America Chapter Eight The Tiara as a Work of Art Chapter Nine - Royal and Imperial France Chapter Ten - Tiaras as Crown Jewels Chapter Eleven - Art Deco and Beyond

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Book Synopsis'Beautifully photographed spaces, from urban apartments to stately country houses, illustrate the ways paint can change a room's feel, with lots of practical, easy-to-follow tips. If you've ever deliberated between shades of white, or wondered where the firm's famous colour names came from, you'll find the answers here.' - Elle DecorationFollowing in the footsteps of the bestselling How to Decorate, Joa Studholme and the Farrow & Ball creative team are back with How to Redecorate - for the way we live now in a world full of colour.Packed with stylish and easy-to-follow decorating advice, How to Redecorate answers common questions, including which white to use with which colour, how to select a neutral palette and what exactly are the three different ways to decorate? Accompanied by a wealth of inspirational new images, the book also features an section on Farrow & Ball's famous colour names and the stories behind them, as well as guidance on how to create a beautiful working space within the home.How to Redecorate reflects the seismic shift in the way we decorate our homes that has taken place over the last decade, showcasing a wide range of living spaces and featuring everything from compact city apartments to roomier country residences.

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Book SynopsisA delightful reminder of the techniques for household economies extolled by the wartime government. First published in 1943, all of the tips can be used to spruce up your wardrobe today. Old fashioned remedies for everything from washing silks and mending your clothes, to repelling the moth menace'!

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Book SynopsisThe first official book from the life-changing BBC One show, Sort Your Life Out will have you falling back in love with your home in three simple steps:1. STRIP - how to let go and clear out the clutter (when you don't have a warehouse to hand)!2. SORT - time to sell, donate, recycle and upcycle.3. SYSTEMISE - learn how to organise, fold and store in a way that is manageable and sustainable.Filled with every tip and trick from your favourite experts Stacey, Dilly, Iwan and Rob, this empowering book will give you the tools to transform your home and get that Sort Your Life Out mindset.

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Book SynopsisLearn to apply basic principles of composition and perspective to make your artwork more powerful!In this unique book, author and illustrator Rui Tomono provides detailed case studies showing you how to create more compelling illustrations using the time-honored principles of composition and perspective. Follow Rui's examples, notes and tips as you learn to create dynamic compositions that will thrill readers and keep them turning the page. When you use the right perspective, framing and focal points, you lead the viewer's eye and communicate your stories in a clear and engaging way. Rui also explains how to add color to your B&W sketches to create spectacular finished artworks. The in-depth case studies in this book show you how to:Establish the point of view of an illustration correctlyPosition elements in a balanced way using the rule of thirds, the golden ratio, and moreExpress a sense of dynamic flow for moving subjectsCreate clearly defined foregrounds and backgrounds And mu

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Book SynopsisA BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK'An exquisite book, beautifully put together... What a very wonderful book.' STEPHEN FRY'Forty-thousand years of our relationship with time condensed into 288 pages: a hugely entertaining achievement.' ESQUIRE'5/5 A true joy. A work of staggering complexity and bewildering economy.' TELEGRAPH'A rattling, wonderful read.' OBSERVER'Every page glitters' SPECTATOR'Mesmerising' NEW STATESMAN'Absolutely gorgeous. It blew my socks off' JAY BLADES'An intensely personal, finely-tuned meditation. A beautiful book' EDMUND DE WAAL'Beautiful, bewitching and brilliant' LARA MAIKLEMIn Hands of Time, watchmaker and historian Rebecca Struthers welcomes us into the hidden world of watchmaking, and to a history of time that spans centuries and continents.The invention of timepieces was more significant for human culture than the printing press, or even the wheel. They have travelled the world with us, from the depths of the oceans to the summit of Everest, and even to the Moon. They regulate our daily lives and have sculpted the social and economic development of society in surprising and dramatic ways.From her workshop bench, Rebecca explores the ways in which timekeeping has indelibly shaped our attitudes to work, leisure, trade, politics, exploration and mortality, and introduces us to some extraordinary devices, each with their own story to tell. Hands of Time is an intricate exploration of the history, science, philosophy, and craft of timekeeping.Trade Review'5/5 A true joy - an enchanting mixture of memoir and history... A work of staggering complexity and bewildering economy - highly deserving of the time you give it.' * Telegraph *'Every page glitters with details of her experience and the people she has learned from. The book is evidence of a lifelong labour of love, and reading it is time well spent' * Spectator *'A rattling, wonderful, decidedly non-nerdy read for anyone with an interest of how time made us who we are.' * Observer *'What an exquisite book, as beautifully put together as one of the watches whose mechanisms Rebecca Struthers describes with such eloquence and authority. In a world whose digital workings are invisible to us, the joy and genius of craftsmanship, artistry and skill with materials is all the more welcome. What a very wonderful book. -- Stephen FryAn intensely personal, finely-tuned meditation on making and time-keeping. This is a beautiful book.' -- Edmund de WaalAn absolutely gorgeous book about craft, time and history. Hands of Time really captures what it means to be a craftsperson and why it matters. It blew my socks off. -- Jay Blades'Rebecca Struthers dismantles and reassembles time as she would an antique pocket watch. Beautiful, bewitching and brilliant.' -- Lara Maiklem'Mesmerising, almost hypnotic... well worth your time.' * New Statesman *'An absorbing and precisely researched journey around the importance of horology in measuring time... at the heart of the narrative is a historical account of how timekeeping has shaped the development of pretty much every aspect of social and economic life: trade, politics, leisure, exploration and mortality.' * Times *Taking us from the earliest lunar calendar (a notched baboon fibula found in the Lebombo mountains) to today's quartz watches... This brilliant history of clocks and timepieces is a miracle of concision. * Telegraph best summer reads *'The only book on watches you need to read... a hugely entertaining achievement' * Esquire *'BOOK OF THE WEEK: The sights, smells and sounds of a watchmaker's workshop in Birmingham's jewellery quarter come to life in Rebecca Struthers's fascinating book' * Daily Mail *'As exquisitely-crafted as a Georgian pocket-watch, this fascinating book weaves the threads of personal memoir with the story of a profession that has until now been almost entirely overlooked. Through the lens of watch-making, a new understanding of our world history emerges. Beautifully written and endlessly fascinating, it feels like this was a story waiting to be written.' -- Tracy BormanAs impeccably crafted and precisely engineered as any of the watches on which the author has worked so lovingly over the years, this book is a joy to behold and a wonder to enjoy. -- Simon WinchesterA masterpiece. As intricate and impressive as the watches it describes. -- James FoxFrom 40,000 year old bone etchings, through the first tick-tock and into the nanoscale atomic world of 21st century clocks, Hands of Time is a meticulously written and captivating history. Struthers brings her unique perspective as artisan and engineer to explore both the evolution of mechanisms and the complicated ways in which timekeeping has changed human life: the more we measure this intangible cosmic property, the more precious it becomes. -- Rebecca Wragg SykesAn enthralling story of time, and of the human passion to understand and control it. Anyone who enjoyed Dava Sobel's Longitude will love it. -- Gavin Francis'The history of timekeeping is treated with a light touch, consisting of one fascinating and frequently romantic story after another... She brings the craft of making and repairing watches to life and even the glossary is an engaging read. Be warned, however: if Hands of Time affects you as it has me, you may find yourself taking up what could be an extremely expensive hobby.' * Country Life *'A gripping history of timekeeping that starts with the personal, but then embarks upon a journey spanning centuries of modern humanity, examining how timepieces have shaped us - not just in service to our quotidian lives, but politically and economically, too. With a scope that reaches from prehistoric 40,000-year-old bone etchings recording lunar cycles to the Dutch horological "forgeries" of her thesis, it is all addressed with a lightness of touch that has seen Dr Struthers' debut scoring "Book of the Week" on BBC Radio 4.' * Mr Porter *'Full of tales of royal intrigue and social history, it charts the story of watchmaking through the centuries and reflects on how time affects us all' * Vogue *'This engaging, rewarding book is full of mechanical complexities and wonderfully interesting details. * Irish Examiner *Skilfully moving between the miniscule world of watchmaking and the sweep of history, Hands of Time is an enlightening study. * Economist *An exquisitely crafted history * Nature *As an engineer I was enthralled by the intricate mechanisms Dr. Struthers brings to life so vividly. But what really struck me is her personal journey in horology, and her fascinating stories of how timepieces affected society and culture, ultimately shaping our modern lives. -- Roma Agrawal

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Book SynopsisColour vintage posters of iconic Disney movies and Parks attractions in this official colouring book! Travel back in time and discover posters for classic Disney films through the ages. From original Mickey Mouse animations, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and Bambi, to Sleeping Beauty, Alice in Wonderland and The Jungle Book. Marvel at illustrations from the Golden Age and beyond and bring the classic art to life. Plus, enjoy posters for beloved attractions from Disney Parks, including Cinderella Castle and The Haunted Mansion.With over 65 posters to recreate, this book will keep you entertained for hours! Also available: Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Colouring Book, Disney The Fashion Collection Colouring Book, Disney Hocus Pocus Colouring Book and Disney The Christmas Collection Colouring BookComing soon: Disney 100 Years of Wonder Colouring Book

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Book SynopsisVincent Farelly and Jean-Baptiste Martin are co-founders and art directors of Antoinette Poisson, whose domino prints have been featured in collaborations with Gucci, Ladurée, Diptyque, and the Château de Versailles. Ruth Ribeaucourt, a lifestyle photographer, is the founder and editor of Faire magazine. John Derian is a decoupage artist based in New York and head of his eponymous boutiques.

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Book SynopsisThis book examines the last generation of high-performance British propeller-driven fighters, types such as the Firecrest, late mark Spitfires and Seafires, Spiteful and Seafang, Sea Fury, late mark Tempests, Hornet and Sea Hornet, M.B.5 and Wyvern. From about 1942 onwards these extraordinary and very complex aeroplanes brought British piston fighter development to its zenith, but then in a very short space of time the new jet engine wiped this generation away. Perhaps it would not have been possible to take piston power any further anyway but the turboprop might have been a longer-term alternative, though in the end the only British type with this form of powerplant would be the Westland Wyvern naval strike fighter.Chapters look at the engines involved including the Rolls-Royce Merlin 130 series, Griffon and Eagle, Napier Sabre and Bristol Centaurus, propellor developments (contra-rotating) and then take each fighter type in turn. The coverage described their development and testing and includes quotes and passes from flight test reports.Additional appendices look at some British one-off designs and testbed programmes, then the only fighter types flown abroad powered by these engine types (the Australian CA-15 and Argentine IAe 30) and finally two similiar unbuilt projects proposed by Sweden (the J 27 Mustang lookalike) and Switzerland (the N-6). Illustrated with over 300 photos, many previously unpublished, this is a must for enthusiasts of World War II aviation and the history of the British fighter.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“Caitlin Flemming and Julie Goebel have perfectly depicted design’s powerful relationship with place. Where Caitlin and Julie get it right is in their knowledgeable, meaningful storytelling around the beautiful images by Stephanie Russo: how designers naturally channel and apply inspiration from their place in the world.” -- interior designer, author, and television personality * Nate Berkus *“There’s something particularly special about home designs that tip their hat to their surroundings. As the world has shifted in the past few years, so have our homes, and this newfound feeling of connectedness with our local communities is something to celebrate, as this book does." -- founder of Studio McGee * Shea McGee *“Filled with some of the most relaxed, soulful, and thoughtful homes I’ve ever seen, Sense of Place is a new favorite of mine! With beautiful photography and insight, this book is filled with inspiration!” -- author of Habitat, Down to Earth, and Feels Like Home * Lauren Liess *“Sense of Place is a true feast for the eyes, with inspiring and diverse interiors from across the globe and thoughtful reflections on what makes a house a home. Each stunning page inspires us to see our own surroundings with fresh eyes.” -- author of Minimalista and Organized Living * Shira Gill *"Sense of Place is a beautiful follow-up to Travel Home—the variety of spaces told through the lens of location is inspiring and paints a picture of how design is influenced by our surroundings and is always evolving." -- editorial director, Domino magazine * Angela Tafoya *

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Book SynopsisA Tree in the House by Anabelle Hickson is part guide for the aspiring home florist, and part celebration of rural life in sync with nature. Now in its second edition with a beautiful new cover.A Tree in The House celebrates the joy and simple, natural beauty flowers bring to the home, every day, with a focus on foraged and locally and seasonally grown plants. Annabelle provides stunning ideas and instructions for flower installations and arrangements, covering beautiful, seasonal bouquets, flowers for friends, table and overhead arrangements and flower arrangements for special occasions, interspersed with gorgeous snapshots of her picturesque rural life. This is a stunning ode – in words and pictures – to flower arranging, and is as much an aspirational window into rural life as an inspirational guide to creating beautiful, simple arrangements.

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Book SynopsisBen Newell has an audience of over 2 million plant enthusiasts across the world who delight in his curiosity and care for nature as he shares his terrariums on social media. In 2022, Ben received a RHS Chelsea Gold Medal in recognition of his work and was shortlisted for Garden Media Guild Social Media Influencer of the Year. He has been featured in publications such as The Spruce, Buzzfeed, and LadBible and made appearances at BBC Hereford & Worcester Bloomsbury Festival and on Michael Perry's Plant Based Podcast.

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Book SynopsisBLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Plumbing Updated 8th Edition is the most comprehensive, up-to-date book on achievable home plumbing projects for DIYers of all skill levels.From fixing a toilet to installing and plumbing a vanity sink or curbless shower, this book has the answer to any home plumbing problem you’re likely to have. Whether your home is newer or older, you''ll appreciate the clear color photos, illustrations, and easy-to-understand descriptions. The basics of home plumbing systems are clearly explained and all of the most popular plumbing projects are shown with clear directions and art.Projects include:  Plumbing and tiling a curbless shower Installing a jetted spa Replacing a toilet Installing a dishwasher and garbage disposer Repairing faucets Accessibility projects that meet Universal Design standards FlooringTable of ContentsIntroduction The Home Plumbing System Gray Water SystemsPLUMBING TOOLS, MATERIALS + SKILLS Plumbing Tools, Plumbing Materials Copper, PEX Pipe, PEX Manifolds Rigid Plastic Pipe, Working with Cast-Iron Pipe Working with Outdoor Flexible Plastic Pipe Pipe Fittings, Shutoff Valves, Valves + Hose Bibs Compression Fittings, Creating Flared FittingsINSTALLING PLUMBING LINES Installation Basics Planning Plumbing Routes Building a Wet Wall PEX Stub OutsFIXTURES, FAUCETS, DRAINS + APPLIANCES Toilets, Kitchen Faucets, Kitchen Drains + Traps, Dishwashers Garbage Disposals, Water Heaters Lavatory Faucets, Touch-Activated Bathroom Faucets, Lavatory Drains Shower Kits, Neo-Angle Shower, Custom Shower Bases Wet Rooms & Curbless Showers, Alcove Bathtubs, Sliding Tub Doors, Jetted Tubs Water Softeners, Pedestal + Console Sinks Wall-Mounted Sinks, Traditional Vanity, Kitchen Sinks Standpipe Drains, Freestanding Bathtubs, Whole-House Water FiltersCOMMON PLUMBING REPAIRS Common Toilet Problems, Dual-Flush Toilets + Valves, Clogged Toilets Toilet Flanges, Sink Faucets, Kitchen Sprayers Fixing Leaky Tub + Shower Faucets, Single-Handle Tub + Shower Faucet with Scald Control Slide-Bar Dual Showerheads, Tubs + Shower Drains, Sink Drains Branch + Main Drains, Noisy PipesMeasurement Conversions Resources Photo Credits Index

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Book SynopsisAt Eastgate in rural North Norfolk, Jane Steward is reviving the medlar, an old English fruit which was once Britain?s sweet treat. Her trees are alive with colour for much of the year: white and yellow flowers in the summer, green leaves that turn to gold and russet. Grafted onto quince A rootstock, and helped by local honey bees, these are trees with prolific fruit.Alongside the Nottingham variety of medlars, Jane has established a national culinary collection on her six-acre smallholding. Varieties include Breda , Dutch, Westerveld, Macrocarpa, Royal, Bredase Reus, Flanders Giant, Iranian medlars. Her book on medlars will have over 30 recipes alongside a myriad of information on this forgotten fruit.

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Book SynopsisCreate beautiful spaces in your home effortlessly using this book's easy-to-follow "recipes" for a perfect room. Your Space, Made Simple is an interior design guide for anyone who dreams of a well-designed home but doesn't know where to begin. If you feel stuck when you go shopping for home decor, or confused about how to arrange furniture, this book will give you the inspiration and tools you need to curate a space that fits you and your family's lifestyle and needs in no time. Whether you just moved into a new home or have wanted to redecorate for years, this book will help you find eye-catching and sustainable design solutions that won't break the bank. Your Space, Made Simple includes: Advice for understanding your needs so you can design spaces that make day-to-day living less stressful Tips for sourcing well-made, sustainable, and affordable home decor 15 "recipes" for every room in your home, including a breakdown of what items you'll need and how to arrange them in your space Author Ariel Magidson is the founder of Ariel Arts, a Bay Area-interior design studio on a mission to make sustainable and affordable design accessible for everyone. Now in her debut book, Ariel shares her years of insights and expertise to help you make interior design feel realistic and within reach.Trade ReviewYour Space, Made Simple goes far beyond most interior design displays to consider not just the usage of a home, but the message it embraces, reflects, and embeds in its design choices. -Midwest Book Review "This book would be a great selection for a library with a well-used design section. Best for new homeowners and readers looking to redecorate, but the visual details could attract a variety of creative people." -Library Journal "While many interior design books are peppered with anecdotes and tips, her guide features "recipes" for every room in the house that show what furniture and decor you'll need and how to arrange it-down to the inch." -Domino

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Book SynopsisBest-Selling House Plans, 5th Edition offers readers the latest and greatest house plans available on the market. Featuring more than 240 of the most successful and sought-after home designs from the top architects and designers across North America, virtually every home style is offered, from farmhouses and country cottages to contemporaries, luxury estates, vacation homes, and regional specialties. Hundreds of gorgeous, high-quality photographs allow readers to experience homes that have been built from the featured designs, plus stunning interior images. Completely updated and revised, this edition offers new home plans and pricing, special sections on the top architectural styles of today, home automation, home design trends, curb appeal tips, and more.

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Book SynopsisBring beauty in the form of nature into your home and your lifestyle, no matter where you live, through artful floral arrangements, as well as indoor and outdoor flowering plants.The Artistry of Flowers encourages everyone to live with florals and to appreciate their beauty as we appreciate art. Celebrated floral designer Gabriela Salazar teaches us how to look at flowers and understand their characteristics from an artist’s perspective. By exploring different shapes, colors, and textures, she shows us how to understand flowers and their living, transitory nature.Drawing on her painting background, Salazar looks at floral arrangements as compositions. She highlights which type of blooms are best for different designs and shares building blocks for floral designs ranging from simple and sculptural to complex and colorful, including arrangements for any mood and different decor. Salazar inspires us to explore our creativity, empowering us to design ourTrade Review"In this beautiful book, you will see numerous possibilities, just waiting for your extraordinary mind to go into play." —SPLENDID SASS "In Artistry of Flowers, celebrated floral designer Gabriela Salazar teaches readers how to look at floral arrangements from an artist’s perspective. Salazar highlights which types of flowers are best for different arrangements and shows the steps to building your own floral masterpiece." —VERANDA

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Book SynopsisOur planet, the Earth, is under threat, with potentially catastrophic consequences for ourselves and the other lifeforms it sustains. Yet Nature itself can still rescue us - with plants playing a pivotal role, in the countryside - and everywhere. In gardens and parks, plants are the mainstay of our relationship with the natural world, and we celebrate them for the pleasures they bring. However, that can be part of the problem: too often we value plants for their aesthetic qualities rather than the vital role they play in the ecology of the Earth. In Gardening in a Changing World Darryl Moore explores how gardens can be better for human beings and for all the other lifeforms that inhabit them. Recent developments in horticulture and plant science show us that we need to rethink our attitude to plants beyond purely aesthetic concerns, and to adopt more holistic approaches to how we design, inhabit and enjoy our gardens. He looks at the history of garden design, to show how we got to where we are today, and recommends ways of changing to new principles of sustainable ecological horticulture. This challenging and important new book will be essential reading for professionals and students of horticulture and garden and landscape design, as well as for anyone interested in making gardens part of the solution to the future of life on Earth.Trade Review‘The most illuminating book on this very important subject.’ -- Cleve West, multi-award-winning garden designer and popular author of books including Our Plot and The Garden of Vegan"I can't recommend this new book enough...a comprehensive and deeply researched account of humans' relationship with plants. The depth of the book is quite extraordinary. It's not a glossy image-led garden book, it's a serious text. And it is a fantastic and up-to-date overview of current trends and approaches in planting design." -- Nigel Dunnett, academic, plantsman, Olympic Park planting designer, author'This book not only acknowledges some of our greatest plantspeople, but ensures that we must always remember plants are front and centre stage on Earth . . . always!' -- Arit Anderson, garden designer, presenter Gardeners' World"The book every gardener needs." -- Claire Masset * Author, Secret Gardens of the National Trust, via Twitter *"Darryl Moore has been revolutionising how we grow in cities for the past decade and picked up a medal for his city-friendly design at RHS Chelsea this year. Here he galvanises readers to make meaningful change - whether in their gardens or beyond." * Sunday Times Best Gardening Books Autumn 2022 *"If there were a prize for most timely publication of the year, this would be a contender...This must-read book is expertly divided into neat, digestible sections that are jam-packed with fascinating and vital information." * Gardens Illustrated Books of the Year *"The premise of this book is simple. To avert further climate crisis and biodiversity loss, we need to rethink our relationship with plants. Gardening in a Changing World covers many complex topics, but it does so in short, digestible chapters and a lucid style...It will alter the way you garden." * Garden Design Journal *"The book forms a new intellectualism towards the use of plants. Moore's book cites more than 300 sources showing how recent developments in horticulture and plant science show how gardens can be better for humans and other lifeforms." -- Matthew Appleby * Horticulture Week *"Darryl Moore explores how our humble gardens could be key to saving us all from the climate crisis. He turns our enjoyment of plants on its head, showing how their vital importance to the future of the planet is even more beautiful than their aesthetic appeal. The book also draws on recent scientific research to offer guidance into changing our gardening habits and rethinking the design and use of our outside spaces for sustainable, future-proof gardens." * Evening Standard *"Hugely informative" * Amateur Gardening *"Gardening in a Changing World sets a new high-water mark in our individual and collective understanding and appreciation of the art and science of ecological planting design. A book for any ecologically-minded gardener or design professional looking to seriously sharpen and elevate their knowledge, awareness, and skill levels." * The New Perennialist *"A fascinating exploration of how gardens can be better for human beings, with reference to recent plant science that demonstrates the need to have a new attitude to plants beyond aesthetics. This book provides an introduction to taking a holistic approach when designing, inhabiting and enjoying our gardens." -- The Garden (RHS)Table of Contents Preface Introduction - A Changing World: Life in the Anthropocene; the climate and extinction crises 1. Plants as Producers: In Praise of Plants; Plants and a Changing Planet 2. Plants as Panacea: The Unseen Green- Plant Blindness; Health and Well-being; The Nature Disconnect; Managing the Environment; Ecosystem Services; Environmental Practice; Novel Ecosystems; Urban Ecology; Garden Ecology; Cleaning up the Garden 3. Plants as Pictures - Historical Planting Styles: Growing the Idea of the Garden; The Colourists (Gertrude Jekyll, the Garden Club of America, Lawrence Johnston, Vita Sackville-West, Margery Fish, Rosemary Verey, Penelope Hobhouse, etc.); Planting Through the Lens of Modernism (Garrett Eckbo, Thomas Church, Roberto Burle Marx, John Brookes, etc); The Zenith of Pictorial. Planting and the Path to Biodiversity (Christopher Lloyd and Fergus Garrett at Great Dixter); Right Plant, Right Place (Beth Chatto) 4. Plants as Processes - The ecological alternative: Ecological Planting; Plant Communities; The Competitive Edge and Beyond; Ecological Developments in the United States; Growing Wild in the Netherlands; Ecological Developments in Germany; New Directions in Britain; France: All Change 5. Plant as Possibilities: Ecotypes; The Rhizosphere; Mutualisms; Microbiomes; Biocenology; Plant Intelligence (Thinking Like a Plant) 6. Plants as Partners Traditional Ecological Knowledge; The Law of the Land; A Plantcentric Perspective Notes, Resources, Index, Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisLet Geraldine James show you how to reinvent your home with new and exciting ways to make it uniquely yours. Whether you live in a bustling home where a family of different ages with varying tastes and interests needs to be accommodated, in a compact city pied à terre, or in a country or seaside retreat, you will find inspiration here for your ideal living space. The Creative Home brings together the best of Geraldine James’s Creative series of books and shows how to apply these ideas in your own home. There are four chapters on different areas of the house – Cook and Eat features kitchens and dining areas, Relax and Socialize covers living rooms, Work and Create includes home offices and studios, and Sleep and Bathe, of course, shows bedrooms and bathrooms. A final chapter, Store and Display, shows how your home can be used to show off your treasures and store your collections. Each chapter features rooms of different styles – from sleek and minimal, to Aladdin's caves belonging to collectors of anything and everything, thrifty chic-style rooms furnished with second-hand buys, and renovated homes with no expense spared – as well as displays featuring designer items alongside inherited family heirlooms. However, the one thing every room has in common, whatever its style or purpose, is that it has been furnished and decorated with great attention to detail.

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Book Synopsis ''Thorough and excellent'' The TimesWe all want a healthy, glowing complexion, but are we going about it the right way?Our skin is influenced by many different factors, from our individual genetics to stress, and nutrition to sleep. Each one of these is a piece of a puzzle. Over a decade of treating patients, consultant dermatologist and registered nutritionist Dr Thivi Maruthappu has found that each piece counts. When it comes to our skin we need to start taking a more holistic view, which is why Dr Thivi has devised an innovative, science-backed way to help you achieve the skin that you want: the 4-Step Skin Solution.Building on pioneering research into the powerful links between the gut microbiome and the skin, Dr Thivi''s unique approach prioritises skin health while also helping you to feel great along the way. SkinFood will also explore the importance of the mind-body connection and its vital role in supporting our skin, as well Trade ReviewAn insightful and nutritionally informative guide to better skin health * Matthew Patey OBE, CEO of the British Skin Foundation *An engaging, comprehensive and most importantly, practical guide to skin health and nutrition. * Ian Marber, nutrition therapist and author of ManFood *An incredibly well-researched and informative book about the relationship between the food we eat and our skin. Invaluable information for the dermatologist and dermatology patient alike. Fantastic! * Dr Emma Craythorne, consultant dermatologist and host of 'The Bad Skin Clinic' *'Given [Dr Thivi's] expertise, it's no surprise that Skin Food is thorough and excellent' * The Times *

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Book SynopsisDavid Austin Roses is one of the world's leading rose nurseries. The English Roses developed there have brought the rose to a new level of beauty and strength; their ability to flower continually throughout the summer and autumn makes them one of the most durable garden flowers.In this revised and updated edition, David Austin describes how he combines the beauty and fragrance of the Old Roses with the repeat-flowering and wide colour range of the Modern Roses. David presents seven groups of classification for his roses and advises how to grow and maintain them.Featuring more than 20 new rose varieties, all with detailed descriptions and updated photography throughout, this third revised edition of The English Roses is an essential reference for all rose lovers and gardeners.Trade ReviewThere are a couple of months to go before rose season, but this sumptuous updated edition showing off the long-flowering, highly scented varieties that Austin has been breeding for more than 60 years, will make you long for summer. * The Sunday Times *Iconic rose breeder David Austin wrote many regard as the definitive work on English roses, which has now been revised and updated. Sumptuously indulgent photography captures the delicate beauty and charm of different rose varieties, with fascinating details about their history, fragrances, cultivation and breeding. * The English Home *

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewIt’s hard to imagine any gardener who wouldn’t benefit from reading this book – and heeding its advice -- Ken Thompson, Professional Gardeners' Guild * Professional Gardeners' Guild *

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Book SynopsisCharles Dowding is the leading proponent of No Dig gardening with a huge following, borne out of more than 40 years of growing, analysing, and recommending. He is revered in the gardening world - Monty Don (BBC Gardeners' World presenter) says "Charles has become the guru of no-dig gardening. He's a really good grower, organic, and has fabulous produce."Trade ReviewNo-dig expert Charles Dowding helps you grow bumper crops in harmony with nature, by preserving soil structure and nurturing fungal mycelium, in this inspiring all-new guide. There's step-by-step advice and photography to illustrate each part of the process, and calenders show what time of year to sow and harvest over 80 crops. -- Margaret Bartlett * BBC Countryfile Magazine *Growing flowers is a joyous activity. But for many of us, tending vegetables brings another level of satisfaction. I've been a practitioner of the 'no dig' method championed by Dowding. His latest title will inspire and educate those who aspire to vef-growing, and encourage seasoned gardeners to explore different methods. -- Rachel de Thame * The Sunday Times *

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Book Synopsis'RHS Small Garden Handbook...show[s] the process of planning, planting and maintaining an outdoor space that will lift your heart every time you step outside.' - The Independent 'Clear and practical principles of design' - BBC Gardens IllustratedA garden offers invaluable space for relaxing entertaining, and, above all, enjoying the huge pleasure of growing your own flowers, shrubs, trees, and crops. However, a small garden can present challenges to even the most experience gardener: it may be overlooked, which can impact upon your privacy; there may be more shade than you would like; and it may not be immediately obvious how to create a space that is both multifunctional and beautiful. RHS Small Garden Handbook provides an all-in-one guide for small space gardeners and draws on the experience in growing, planting, landscaping and design for which the RHS is world famous. It begins by explaining how to assess your plot so that you are aware of the soil, orientation, microclimate, existing materials and proportions that you have to work with, before revealing the principles of good design. Showing how your decisions on layout, colour and texture will affect the finished design and what tricks can be played to create a greater sense of space - with everything from expert design advice on boundaries, hedges and fences to clever ideas for containers and storage - every gardener will gain confidence in creating a garden to enjoy no matter how big the plot. Each of the nine chapters includes 15 ways to make instant improvements and a real-life case study to inspire change. All the gardens featured in the book's 300 photographs are accessible, achievable and truly inspirational.Contents Include:BasicsDesign StylesMaterialsBoundariesStructuresWater PlantingUpkeep... and much, much more!Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION BASICS 15 ways to... reveal your plot's potential; Getting to know the plot; Measuring the plot; Understanding your soil; Orientation and microclimate; Identifying plants and materials; Imprinting your style; Setting your agenda; Case study: A rooftop retreat. DESIGN 15 ways to... make an instant impact; Small garden: great opportunity; Principles of design; Layout and geometry; Space, volume and structure; Boundaries and screens; Mass and void, colour and texture; Colour in your garden; Texture in your garden; Applying the principles: roof gardens, basements, terraces, alleys, entrances; Functional and spacial needs; Case study: Screening the views. STYLES 15 ways to... find your style; Formal; Modernist; Arts and crafts; Japanese; Cottage; Urban; Mediterranean; Conceptualist; Eco; Exotic; Case study: Creating a style. MATERIALS 15 ways to... exploit materials; Choosing your materials: Function and decoration; Paving slabs, concrete, brick, setts, block paving, cobbles, decking, gravel; Simple rules of construction and drainage bullet points; Changes of level: steps and slopes; Impact of construction; Decorating with materials; Case study: Mastering materials. BOUNDARIES 15 ways to... buff up your of boundaries; Setting the boundaries; Boundary materials: fences, walls; Planting and boundaries; Case study: Hardworking boundaries. STRUCTURES 15 ways to... use garden structures; Storage solutions; Garden offices and conservatories; Green roofs and raised beds; Case study: Creating privacy and depth. WATER 15 ways to... enjoy water; Water features for every garden; Case study: Wild about water. PLANTING 15 ways to... improve your planting design; Planting habitats, Planting styles: Cottage, formal, modernist, Mediterranean, Japanese, English, foliage, naturalistic, productive, minilaist, conceptualist, sustainable; Long-term and short-term thinking, Putting plants together; Plant profiles; Specimen and design statements; Planting for reduced maintenance; Case study: Planting for privacy. UPKEEP 15 ways to... simplify your gardening; Seasonal jobs and regular maintenance; Simple propagation; Compost and fertilisers; Rubbish and recycling; Case study: The low-maintenance garden. INDEX AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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Book SynopsisThis book features easy-to-follow techniques suitable for woodworkers of all abilities. This book will show you everything you need to know to get the best out of this tool. Bailey takes you through the basic set-up and the fundamental techniques; explores the difference between freehand and table routing; and, looks in-depth at the practical uses for functional jigs and templates. The techniques can be learned quickly and easily, giving you the confidence to create your own impressive pieces of work. This book includes 8 practical projects that vary in difficulty.

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Book SynopsisNineteenth-century stoneware by enslaved and free potters living in Edgefield, South Carolina, highlights the central role of Black artists in the region’s long-standing pottery traditions Recentering the development of industrially scaled Southern pottery traditions around enslaved and free Black potters working in the mid-nineteenth century, this catalogue presents groundbreaking scholarship and new perspectives on stoneware made in and around Edgefield, South Carolina. Among the remarkable works included are a selection of regional face vessels as well as masterpieces by enslaved potter and poet David Drake, who signed, dated, and incised verses on many of his jars, even though literacy among enslaved people was criminalized at the time. Essays on the production, collection, dispersal, and reception of stoneware from Edgefield offer a critical look at what it means to collect, exhibit, and interpret objects made by enslaved artisans. Several featured contemporary works inspired by or related to Edgefield stoneware attest to the cultural and historical significance of this body of work, and an interview with acclaimed contemporary artist Simone Leigh illuminates its continued relevance.Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art/Distributed by Yale University PressExhibition Schedule:The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (September 9, 2022–February 5, 2023) Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (March 6–July 9, 2023) University of Michigan Museum of Art, Ann Arbor (August 26, 2023–January 7, 2024) High Museum of Art, Atlanta (February 16–May 12, 2024)

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