Home & Garden Books
Taunton Press Inc Built-Ins Idea Book
Book SynopsisBuilt-ins make a house more functional, liveable, personal and comfortable. A smaller kitchen with well-placed built-ins can be more efficient and inviting than a great big kitchen. A bathroom may become instantly more useful and less cramped with the addition of just one or two well-placed built-ins. Buiit-ins Idea Book gathers lots of good ideas into one place: easy to look through, easy to carry, it's an all-in-one resource for design ideas as well as the pros and cons of the many built-in storage options. Richly illustrated with 260 photos, this completely revised bestseller will help readers update, choose or create the perfect built-ins for their space.
£14.99
Globe Pequot The Forgotten Art of Building and Using a Brick
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£9.49
Rowman & Littlefield Adventurous Gardener
Book SynopsisLloyd inspires gardeners to be adventurous and offers ways to make new and exciting such familiar chores as weeding, taking cuttings, reseeding, and pruning.Trade Review"Priceless. . . wry (but never silly) and highly original insight on the gardening life."--Washington Post
£11.69
OUP USA The Oxford Handbook of Greek and Roman Coinage
Book SynopsisA broadly-illustrated overview of the contemporary state of Greco-Roman numismatic scholarship.Trade Review"As Metcalf notes (xvii), it is over 100 years since the last single volume guide to Greek coinage was produced, and there has never been an equivalent work for Rome. This new handbook is, therefore, long overdue and hugely welcome. All involved are to be congratulated and, while in a project as broad as this there are inevitably some omissions, we now have something where there was nothing, and for that we should be very grateful. It is much to be hoped that students of the history of all periods will find their way to this rich new resource." * Andrew Meadows, Bryn Mawr Classical Review *"This book represents an unprecedented innovation in numismatic literature and is becoming widely regarded as the best introduction to classical ancient coins. It is far more than a guide written solely for collectors. Instead, it was written to serve also as an introduction for graduate or post-doctoral students in the ancient cultures who seek training in classical numismatics. As a work in the renowned Oxford Handbooks series, this volume was written to offer an authoritative and annotated state-of-the-art survey of current thinking and research in the subject area. However, it is just that focus that makes it such a valuable text for serious collectors of ancient coins." * Roger Kuntz, Rochester Numismatic Association *Table of ContentsPreface ; Abbreviations ; Introduction, William E. Metcalf ; 1. The Substance of Coinage: The Role of Scientific Analysis in Ancient Numismatics, Matthew Ponting ; Archaic and Classical Greek Coinage ; 2. The Monetary Background of Early Coinage, John H. Kroll ; 3. Asia Minor to the Ionian Revolt, Koray Konuk ; 4. The Coinage of the Persian Empire, Michael Alram ; 5. The Coinage of Athens, 6th - 1st century B.C., Peter van Alfen ; 6. Aegina, the Cyclades and Crete, Kenneth Sheedy ; 7. The Coinage of Italy, N. K. Rutter ; 8. The Coinage of Sicily, Wolfgang Fischer-Bossert ; 9. Greece and the Balkans to 360 B.C., Selene Psoma ; The Hellenistic World ; 10. Royal Hellenistic Coinages from Alexander to Mithridates, Francois de Callatay ; 11. The Hellenistic World: The Cities of Mainland Greece and Asia Minor, Richard Ashton ; 12. The Coinage of the Ptolemies, Catharine C. Lorber ; 13. The Seleucids, Arthur Houghton ; 14. Greek Coinages of Palestine, Oren Tal ; 15. The Coinage of the Parthians, Fabrizio Sinisi ; The Roman World ; 16. Early Roman Coinage and its Italian Context, Andrew Burnett ; 17. The Denarius Coinage of the Roman Republic, Bernhard E. Woytek ; 18. The Julio-Claudians, Rienhold Wolters ; 19. Ancient Spain, Pere P. Ripolles ; 20. Flavian Coinage, Ian Carradice ; 21. The Coinage of the Provinces through Hadrian, Michel Amandry ; 22. Trajan and Hadrian, Martin Beckmann ; 23. Antonine Coinage, Liv Mariah Yarrow ; 24. The Provinces after Commodus, RAnn Johnston ; 25. Syria in the Roman Period, 64 B.C. - A.D. 260, Kevin Butcher ; 26. Roman Coinages of Palestine, Haim Gitler ; 27. The Severans, Richard Abdy ; 28. From Gordian III to the Gallic Empire (A.D. 238-74), Roger Bland ; 29. The Later Third Century, Sylviane Estiot ; 30. The Coinage of Roman Egypt, Angelo Geissen ; 31. Tetrarchy and the House of Constantine, Richard Abdy ; 32. The Coinage of the Later Roman Empire, A.D. 364-498, Sam Moorhead ; 33. The Transformation of the West, Alan M. Stahl ; Appendix 1: Marks of value on later Roman coins, Roger Bland ; Appendix 2: The earliest Christian symbols on Roman coins, Richard Abdy ; Indices ; a. Mints ; b. Persons ; c. General
£44.64
Ronin Publishing Marijuana Botany
Book Synopsis Marijuana Botany presents the scientific knowledge and propagation techniques used to preserve and multiply vanishing Cannabis strains. Also included is information concerning Cannabis genetics and breeding used to begin plant improvement programs. The book presents scientific and horticultural principles, along with their practical applications, necessary for the breeding and propagation of Cannabis and in particular, marijuana. It will appeal not only to the professional researcher, but to the marijuana enthusiast or anyone with an eye to the future of Cannabis products.
£17.09
McFarland and Company, Inc. Astronomical Symbols on Ancient and Medieval
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£20.89
Astragal Press Making Traditional Wooden Planes
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£21.25
Cedar Lane Press The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Woodworking
Book SynopsisThe Illustrated Encyclopedia of Woodworking Handtools, Devices & Instruments is the first volume in Graham Blackburn’s paperback Illustrated Workshop series. It’s a comprehensive pictorial index of the woodworking handtools common in the Western civilization from eighteenth century to the present. Not only a fascinating record of trades and skills – from cabinetmakers to wheelwrights – in an age before powertools became the norm, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Woodworking Handtools is also a remarkable tribute to man’s technological ingenuity. More than 600 tools are listed and described, both alphabetically and fully cross-referenced for easy access, from the adze, awl, bevel, and bit to the wrest, yardstick, and zig-zag rule, complete with explicit definitions, interesting etymologies, and fascinating historical information. This classic reference contains more then 570 of Blackburn’s trademark detailed line-drawings, accompanied by an expert’s authoritative text. Whether used a handy guide book to identify a tool and its use, or read simply for enjoyment, this book stands along in capturing the sophisticated beauty and inventiveness of woodworking handtools.
£16.19
Braun Publishing AG 101 Hotel Rooms, Vol. 2
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£31.96
Pearson Education The Property Developers Book of Checklists
Book SynopsisFor the novice or experienced, The Property Developer’s Book of Checklists is packed with essential information, help and advice on every aspect of property development, so you can rest assured that you’ll have everything covered.Table of ContentsDraft of Checklists The following checklists will be arranged into thematic serctions: Buying and selling Financing Developing Starting a new development Regulations and Rules Project Management Troubleshooting, Rooms Completing a development Each checklist will feature 10 points, and where necessary the lists will be supplemented with budget charts, diagrams and flow charts. Subjects to be covered include Access and rights of way Accountants Architects Auctions and bidding Basements Bathrooms Boundaries Budgets Builders Building Regulations Buy-to-Let Buying Off Plan Capital Gains Tax Certificated and Guarantees Change of Use Conservation Areas Conservatories Contingencies Contracts Conveyancing Corporate Lets Council Houses Council Tax Damp Decorating Deposits Electricians Energy Efficiency Estate Agents Extensions Finding a property First-time Buyers Furnishings Garages and parking Gardens Garden grabbing Gazumping and Gazundering Grants and financial aid Health & Safety Regulations Home Information Packs Holiday lets Income Tax Infestation Inspection trips Insurance Interest rates Investing Abroad Joint purchases Kerb appeal Kitchens Land Registry Landlords Letting Agents Listed Buildings Loans Location Loft Conversions Making an offer and guide prices Mortgages Negative equity Neighbours Party Walls Period features Planning Permission Plumbers Private Purchases and Sales Property Management Project Managing Re-mortgaging Schedule of Works Searches Self-build Selling Setting up a company Solicitors Stamp Duty Structural engineers Structural problems Surveyors Surveys and valuations Target markets Tenants Trees Up and coming areas Unique selling points Utilities VAT Viewings Windows Zoning how to calculate return on investment - what is important? When budgeting, information about contingency for additional costs, such as tradesmen's parking planning for weather floors terraced houses - what are the implications? Fire regulations
£12.74
Gemstone Press Jewelry GemsThe Buying Guide 8th Edition
Book SynopsisOver 400,000 Copies in PrintKnow What You Want, Know What You're Buying,Learn the Secrets to Get the Most for Your MoneyEasy to Read Easy to UnderstandPractical Complete Instant Answers ... to All Your QuestionsCompletely Updated & Expanded 7th Edition! Purchasing gems and jewelry can be a magical experience, filled with excitement and anticipation. But lack of information, error, or misrepresentation can make the thrill of buying a gem or piece of jewelry confusing, intimidating, overwhelming, and costly. To help you avoid the pitfalls and keep the magic, two internationally respected experts on buying gems and jewelry put their inside knowledge to work for you in this easy-to-read, easy-to-use guide. It is filled with practical
£25.49
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Wooden Boatbuilding
Book SynopsisAimed at the novice looking to either build or restore a traditional boat, this book takes a uniquely modern approach by using up-to-date techniques and methods throughout.Trade Review'A good affordable introduction to the subject for amateur builders, students of boatbuilding and even model-makers. Well illustrated, and focusing on modern methods and techniques - unique among such books. Very attractive.' Pete Greenfield, Editor of Watercraft magazine 'The book is a pleasant read and...ideal for anyone thinking of carrying out a bit of restoration or amateur wooden boatbuilding.' Sailing Today (February 2011) 'A fantastic new book' Staines News (December 2010) 'This book takes a potentially daunting project and breaks it down into relatively bite-sized chunks so that you're able to enjoy the process of building your very first boat.' Furniture & Cabinetmaking (February 2011) 'a great little book...beautiful illustrations' Water Craft (March 2011)
£18.70
Turner Publishing Company Randall Knives: Rare, Unique, & Experimental
Book SynopsisThis is the third book in a collector's series on Randall Made Knives, by Robert Hunt. These publications reflect the author's interest in the historical role that knives have played and he has documented their use during the wars of the 20th Century. This volume introduces the rare, unique and experimental knives of W.D. Randall, many either made or designed by him. The initial section explores knives from the Randall Museum, where over 50 images reflect the commitment to design innovation, which was and is still today, a hallmark of Randall Made Knives. The second section contains knives from a private collection, which was uncovered by the author. Interestingly enough, the knives in this grouping have roots in some of the "museum" examples and various designs can be found in Randall early "experiments" displayed in the museum cases
£21.59
Turner Publishing Company Diamonds (4th Edition): The Antoinette Matlins
Book SynopsisNewly updated and expanded, Diamonds gives you all the information you need to buy, collect, sell—or simply enjoy—diamonds with confidence and knowledge. Whether you are buying a diamond for an engagement ring, anniversary, to commemorate a special moment or for personal pleasure, today it is more important than ever to understand what you are buying. There are new shapes and cuts, fancy colors, high-tech treatments and sophisticated frauds. There are new ways to buy—such as Internet auctions. Buyers need a source of expert guidance. Practical, comprehensive and easy to understand, this book offers in depth all the information you need to buy sparkling diamonds with confidence, including: What is a diamond? An in-depth look at factors affecting differences in quality and cost. Diamond grading reports—why all the information is important, and what it tells you. How to compare prices. How to spot differences in stones that may appear to be the same quality. How to protect yourself from misrepresentation. Questions to ask when buying any diamond. What to get in writing. How to get what you want within your budget. Important information about buying on the Internet … and much more! Written by an "insider," this easy-to-read guide is the “unofficial diamond bible” for anyone who wants to get the most for their money and enjoy what they have purchased.Trade Review"The book you can't do without … all the information you need, in no-nonsense language." —Rapaport Diamond Report "An appropriate book for the uninformed public, but more than that, it is a good reference book for jewelers and their staffs, gem collectors, students of gemology, travelers, teachers and even those who know gemology but want a state-of-the-art review." —Lapidary Journal “Almost every newly engaged couple is eager to know as much as possible about their once-in-a-lifetime purchase … the diamond engagement ring…. [This book] take[s] the guesswork out of this important decision … [and helps you] obtain the best value for your money.” —Modern Bride “The information needed for investing and purchasing gems of all types. Highly recommended.” —Library Journal “To answer critical buying questions, it takes an author who has been immersed in the jewelry business, has seen the full range of material, and is able to share those experiences in a thorough yet easy-to-read manner. Antoinette Matlins has managed to do just that with her Colored Gemstones and Diamonds buying guides.” —Gems & Gemology “Provides consumers with a virtual 'key' to getting the stone they really want at the right prices.” —Canadian Diamonds “Restores the magic! [Will] entertain and enlighten all its readers and save some from heartbreak. Recommended reading.” —Paul Harvey, Paul Harvey NewsTable of ContentsList of Price Guides List of Special Charts and Tables Acknowledgments Preface to the Fourth Edition Introduction Part One: Appreciating Diamonds 1. The Magic of Diamonds 2. Becoming Familiar with Diamonds 3. Looking for a Diamond That's a "Cut Above" Part Two: Diamonds 4. What Is a Diamond? 5. The Importance of Cut & Proportion 6. Body Color 7. Clarifying Clarity: How Flaws Affect Diamonds 8. Weight 9. How to Read Diamond Grading Reports 10. False Claims & Costly Bargains: How to Spot Fraud and Avoid Misrepresentation 11. Comparing Colorless Diamond Prices 12. Fancy-Color Diamonds 13. Comparing Fancy Natural-Color and Treated-Color Diamond Prices 14. A Word about “Synthetic” Diamonds Part Three: Design & Style—Getting the Look You Want … and Keeping It That Way 15. Choosing the Right Metal 16. Choosing the Design of the Setting 17. Caring for Your Diamond Jewelry Part Four: Important Advice Before & After You Buy 18. What to Ask When Buying the Stone 19. How to Select a Reputable Jeweler & Gemologist Consultant 20. Buying on the Internet: E-Commerce & Online Auctions 21. Choosing the Appraiser & Insurer Appendix: A Selected List of Recognized Laboratories Selected Readings Credits Index
£26.34
HarperCollins Publishers Mr Good Enough The case for choosing a Real Man over holding out for Mr Perfect
Book SynopsisLori Gottlieb suggests the unthinkable: what if she, and single women everywhere, need to stop chasing the elusive Mr Perfect and instead opt for Mr Good Enough?Trade Review‘If it’s a conventional happy ending you want…then I urge you to take heed of what Lori Gottlieb has to say.’ Charlotte Metcalf, Daily Mail. ‘Wow, has this one divided the Grazia office! Romantics versus Realists…’ Grazia Daily ‘She’s certainly on to something…’ Ed West, Daily Telegraph ‘Part The Rules and part Malcom Gladwellian sociopop, Mr Good Enough is surprisingly, unnervingly convincing.’ Oprah Magazine ‘We cut our coat according to our cloth in life and should do exactly the same in love. Of course, the miraculous thing about opting for Mr Second Best is that the moment you open your heart to the possibility of loving him…you’ll wonder why you didn’t realise he was a top of the range model all along.’ Vanessa Feltz, Daily Express ‘What Lori Gottlieb is saying isn’t subversive - it’s smart. A thoroughly entertaining reality check, it will make single women laugh and squirm, and married people appreciate their spouses even more.’ Diablo Cody, Oscar-winning screen writer of Juno.
£9.49
OUP USA Oxford Handbook of Greek and Roman Coinage
Book SynopsisThis book attempts to make accessible to students, scholars, and the lay public annotated, up-to-date information regarding the major coinages of the Greco-Roman world. An international group of experts has been asked to treat their areas of expertise, and the result is a broadly illustrated introduction to the subject.Trade Review"As Metcalf notes (xvii), it is over 100 years since the last single volume guide to Greek coinage was produced, and there has never been an equivalent work for Rome. This new handbook is, therefore, long overdue and hugely welcome. All involved are to be congratulated and, while in a project as broad as this there are inevitably some omissions, we now have something where there was nothing, and for that we should be very gratefulEL. It is much to be hoped that students of the history of all periods will find their way to this rich new resource." --Andrew Meadows, Bryn Mawr Classical Review "This book represents an unprecedented innovation in numismatic literature and is becoming widely regarded as the best introduction to classical ancient coins. It is far more than a guide written solely for collectors. Instead, it was written to serve also as an introduction for graduate or post-doctoral students in the ancient cultures who seek training in classical numismatics. As a work in the renowned Oxford Handbooks series, this volume was written to offer an authoritative and annotated state-of-the-art survey of current thinking and research in the subject area. However, it is just that focus that makes it such a valuable text for serious collectors of ancient coins." -- Roger Kuntz, Rochester Numismatic AssociationTable of ContentsPreface ; Abbreviations ; Introduction, William E. Metcalf ; 1. The Substance of Coinage: The Role of Scientific Analysis in Ancient Numismatics, Matthew Ponting ; Archaic and Classical Greek Coinage ; 2. The Monetary Background of Early Coinage, John H. Kroll ; 3. Asia Minor to the Ionian Revolt, Koray Konuk ; 4. The Coinage of the Persian Empire, Michael Alram ; 5. The Coinage of Athens, 6th - 1st century B.C., Peter van Alfen ; 6. Aegina, the Cyclades and Crete, Kenneth Sheedy ; 7. The Coinage of Italy, N. K. Rutter ; 8. The Coinage of Sicily, Wolfgang Fischer-Bossert ; 9. Greece and the Balkans to 360 B.C., Selene Psoma ; The Hellenistic World ; 10. Royal Hellenistic Coinages from Alexander to Mithridates, Francois de Callatay ; 11. The Hellenistic World: The Cities of Mainland Greece and Asia Minor, Richard Ashton ; 12. The Coinage of the Ptolemies, Catharine C. Lorber ; 13. The Seleucids, Arthur Houghton ; 14. Greek Coinages of Palestine, Oren Tal ; 15. The Coinage of the Parthians, Fabrizio Sinisi ; The Roman World ; 16. Early Roman Coinage and its Italian Context, Andrew Burnett ; 17. The Denarius Coinage of the Roman Republic, Bernhard E. Woytek ; 18. The Julio-Claudians, Rienhold Wolters ; 19. Ancient Spain, Pere P. Ripolles ; 20. Flavian Coinage, Ian Carradice ; 21. The Coinage of the Provinces through Hadrian, Michel Amandry ; 22. Trajan and Hadrian, Martin Beckmann ; 23. Antonine Coinage, Liv Mariah Yarrow ; 24. The Provinces after Commodus, RAnn Johnston ; 25. Syria in the Roman Period, 64 B.C. - A.D. 260, Kevin Butcher ; 26. Roman Coinages of Palestine, Haim Gitler ; 27. The Severans, Richard Abdy ; 28. From Gordian III to the Gallic Empire (A.D. 238-74), Roger Bland ; 29. The Later Third Century, Sylviane Estiot ; 30. The Coinage of Roman Egypt, Angelo Geissen ; 31. Tetrarchy and the House of Constantine, Richard Abdy ; 32. The Coinage of the Later Roman Empire, A.D. 364-498, Sam Moorhead ; 33. The Transformation of the West, Alan M. Stahl ; Appendix 1: Marks of value on later Roman coins, Roger Bland ; Appendix 2: The earliest Christian symbols on Roman coins, Richard Abdy ; Indices ; a. Mints ; b. Persons ; c. General
£154.38
£19.94
AuthorHouse The Art of Rimfire Accuracy
£28.04
Workman Publishing The Reference Manual of Woody Plant Propagation: From Seed to Tissue Culture, Second Edition
Book SynopsisCompiled by two distinguished professors of horticulture, The Reference Manual of Woody Plant Propagation is a must for professionals and students of horticulture. Over 1,100 species and their propagation requirements by seeds, cuttings, grafting and budding, and tissue culture are discussed in exhaustive detail. Essentially a recipe book for making more trees and shrubs, this reference is a high-level how-to.Trade ReviewWill go a long way to help you ensure success even with the most difficult-to-germinate seeds. -- Phil Oyerly Wilmington News Journal 20091015
£33.75
HarperCollins Publishers A Witch Alone
Book SynopsisThis book carries on the tradition of the solo village witch emphasizing white rather than black magic. It is a practical manual of instruction for those who choose the solo path of study and particularly stresses the importance of being in tune with nature. As there are approximately 13 moons each year the book is divided into 13 parts. Each section is aimed at lasting from the new moon to the dark to make the student fully aware of the changing power in the tides of the sea and the tides of the self. The moon-long sections deal with a variety of taditional arts, skills and mental exercises which enables the aspiring witch to discover the inner world of magic inside him/herself.Trade Review"A must-read." P. Randall Cohan "Invaluable to the newcomer to paganism." Mystical Realms
£14.24
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Classic American Diners
Book SynopsisThe classic diner is an icon of the American roadside. As cars were mass-produced, so were these aluminum gems, whose metal bodies and neon signs came to characterize modernity in the mid-twentieth century. From the 1920s to the 1950s, these eye-catching eateries promoted themselves on many giveaway matchcovers and postcards. Today, these highly collectible pieces of ephemera provide a colorful visual record of diners from all over the country. Nearly 450 examples are included here, along with a history of the diner and related information about postcards and matchcovers of the era. Enjoy a nostalgic, state-by-state tour of architecturally unique, vintage American diners.
£31.44
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Vaseline Glassware
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£33.29
Tuttle Publishing Japanese Gardens: Tranquility, Simplicity,
Book SynopsisFeaturing beautiful photographs and insightful commentary this Japanese gardening book is a must-have for any gardening or zen enthusiast.At the heart of a Japanese garden is harmony with nature. More than simply a landscape of trees and flowering shrubs, a Japanese garden provides a place of serenity and rest, filled with peaceful spots that lend themselves to meditation and contemplation. Japanese Gardens celebrates and illustrates this ideal, showcasing the exquisite natural beauty of more than 20 quintessentially Japanese gardens—big and small, urban and rural, traditional and contemporary.The expert author-and-photographer team behind this book excels at capturing and explaining the essential elements and techniques that distinguish Japanese garden design from that of other countries. The featured sites reflect a cross-section of Japanese culture and history including large feudal period gardens, temple and Zen gardens and private countryside gardens. The mountain flower garden, tea garden, rock garden and bonsai garden alike are all celebrated and appreciated in this beautiful book.Trade Review"Capturing the essence of nature in twenty-three gardens in Japan, authors Geeta Mehta and Kimie Tada classify and tell the history of garden making in that country, as well as explain the elements and techniques in their design. The selection of landscapes is well chosen, ranging from classic temple gardens to public and private gardens in great variety and size. Noboru Murata's glorious photographs celebrate their beauty." --The National Gardener
£41.89
Schiffer Publishing Ltd The Comprehensive Guide to Chocolate Molds
Book SynopsisEver wonder how chocolate Easter bunnies are made? The answer unfolds in this nostalgic journey through the world of antique chocolate molds. Designed first in early nineteenth century France, metal chocolate molds in many shapes and sizes have been manufactured throughout the world. The German company of Anton Reiche, for example, produced over 50,000 diverse chocolate mold designs during its century-long existence from 1870 to 1972. Today, such exquisitely detailed vintage molds are collected widely and used by artists and chocolatiers alike. More than 1300 dazzling photographs show antique chocolate molds in the shapes of bunnies, bears, chicks, roosters, and other animals; storybook characters; clowns; Santas; Christmas trees; snowmen; and many more. Items made from the molds -- in chocolate as well as chalkware, papier mache, and soap -- are also featured. An interview with one of Anton Reiche's great-granddaughters provides first-hand memories of growing up around a chocolate
£36.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Wedgwood Ceramics
Book SynopsisThe vast array of ceramics manufactured by the venerable English manufactory Wedgwood, appear in over 500 stunning color photos. Early green-glazed earthenwares, Queen's Ware, black basalt, jasper ware, dry-bodied stonewares, majolica, bone china, and lustre ware forms range from teapots and tableware to statuary and Art Deco sculptures. The fascinating, detailed history of the development and dissemination of Wedgwood products includes a useful timeline for quick reference, bibliography, index, and values in the captions. This work should be required reading for every Anglophile and ceramics aficionado!
£36.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd The Big Book of Matchbox Superfast Toys 19692004
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£26.59
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Christmas 1960 to the Present
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£23.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Antique Stained Glass for the Home
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£31.44
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Natural Swimming Pools
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£41.39
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Back Bar Beer Figurines
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£23.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd More Oil Cans for the Collector
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£23.79
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Sailor Jerryâs Tattoo Stencils
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£20.69
Schiffer Publishing Ltd FireKingr an Information and Price Guide
Book SynopsisAnchor-Hocking Glass Company's popular Fire-King dinnerware and cookware were part of nearly every American home from the 1940s to the 1970s. Over 2000 pieces of this highly collectible household glassware are illustrated in color, and current prices are given. Included are the popular Jadite and opaque blue lines, as well as the eagerly collected ivory, fired-on colors, and transparent lines. This book contains numerous rarities, never before shown, as well as common Fire-King that has been part of everyday life for over 50 years. The pieces are beautifully photographed and each has a careful description. This colorful new book is an important edition to the Fire-King literature, and will be cherished by collectors everywhere.
£19.54
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Blenko Catalogs Then Now
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£25.19
The History Press Ltd Cosmetics and Perfumes in the Roman World
Book SynopsisPresents a survey of the perception and reality of the use of cosmetics and perfumes under the Roman Empire. This work, a companion to Roman Clothing and Fashion draws on literary, non-literary, visual and archaeological evidence to show, among other things, the importance of cosmetics and perfumes for health.
£21.92
Union Square & Co. Unicorn Food
Book SynopsisA fun and outrageous take on the rainbow-bright unicorn food trend, bursting with fantastic goodness.
£11.69
Arnoldsche Rings of the 20th and 21st Centuries: The Alice
Book SynopsisThe Alice and Louis Koch Collection of finger rings was originally collated by a jeweller from Frankfurt am Main, once described as the German 'Cartier and Faberge'. By 1909 the collection comprised 1,722 rings from Antiquity to 1900. Rene Lalique, a contemporary of the time, was included, undoubtedly as a moderniser of the ring form. In the past twenty-five years the fourth generation of the family continued where Louis Koch and his wife Alice left off and expanded the collection to include rings from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. This publication will present the complete collection of contemporary rings, now kept in the Swiss National Museum, Zurich. Nearly 600 rings by artist jewellers from around the world document how these miniature works of art have become modern sculptures showcasing new materials and techniques, daring designs and current themes. Text in English and German.
£56.25
Editions Flammarion Effortless Style: Casa Lopez
Book SynopsisPierre Sauvage spent fourteen years in public relations in Paris, representing prestigious luxury clients such as Tiffany, Mauboussin, Plaza Athénée, Frédéric Malle perfumes, the Hotel Meurice, and The Comité Colbert. In 2014, he acquired Casa Lopez, a bespoke carpet and decorative home accessories firm founded in the 1980s that embodies elegant French country style. Fabienne Reybaud is a journalist for Le Figaro, specialized in the luxury industry. Vincent Thibert is a lifestyle photographer whose work regularly appears in magazines such as Architectural Digest and Elle Décor.
£20.68
Editions Flammarion Villa Balbiano: Italian Opulence on Lake Como
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£41.25
Linden Publishing Co Inc Sharpening Planes & Chisels with Ian Kirby : A
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£23.59
Pennsylvania State University Press Animating Empire
Book SynopsisRecounts the histories of German clockwork automata, which were given as gifts and collected in the Holy Roman Empire, the Ottoman Empire, and Mughal Empire in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.Trade Review“This book, presenting the ‘curiosities’ that we now call automata, unwinds a large network of interconnected early modern phenomena: the fraught world of religious contests, augmented by intense political rivalries; the connections between court centers of power, including connections between Germany and faraway Istanbul and Delhi; and the origins of early princely collecting in ‘curiosity cabinets.’ Here art and nature rivaled each other yet intertwined through technology and craftsmanship, powered by Augsburg watchmakers. Keating’s meticulous research newly restores a nearly vanished art form to its rightful place—as the bearer of cultural values and courtly prestige at the very heart of ceremonial court performances. In the process, she arouses our own fascination, echoing those responses to privileged displays by these moving metal devices as they performed before early modern monarchs.”—Larry Silver,co-author of Rembrandt’s Faith“German clockwork automata are mechanical marvels which, with the winding of a key, come alive to entertain as they dance in place or wheel across a table. Jessica Keating propels us through the fascinating history of these engineering masterpieces. As she lucidly explains, these are much more than luxurious toys.”—Jeffrey Chipps Smith,author of The Art of the Goldsmith in Late Fifteenth-Century Germany“Animating Empire stands to play a significant role in rethinking the different ways that ‘mobility’ registers in the visual and material culture of the early modern world.”—Shira Brisman caa.reviews“A valuable contribution to our understanding of the visual and material culture of the Holy Roman Empire, and the role that objects such as automata played in political machinations and cross-cultural encounters. Keating’s lucid writing, accompanied by high-quality illustrations, animates our ongoing appreciation for these exquisite mechanical marvels.”—Wenrui Zhao Renaissance QuarterlyTable of ContentsContentsList of IllustrationsAcknowledgments1. Early Modern Automata: An Abridged History2. Ever More Variations on the Imperial Theme at the Court of Rudolf II3. The Gifts That Keep on Giving4. A Figure of Speech5. Habsburg-Ottoman Diplomatic Machinery6. Metamorphosis at the Mughal CourtConclusionNotesBibliographyIndex
£55.46
Elsevier Science Marine Auxiliary Machinery
Book SynopsisA text for students and sea-going engineers in the operation, care and maintenance of the auxillary machinery and apparatus on board ship. It should be useful for marine engineers preparing for British Certificates of Competency examinations, US licences and similar qualifications elsewhere.Trade Review"The strength and depth of information contained in the book, together with the clarity of the line drawings, makes it ideal for marine engineers studying for certificates of competency but it would also be extremely useful for marine engineer cadets and undergraduate marine engineers. Practising marine engineers, both ashore and afloat would also benefit from possession of this volume which is highly recommended." --Marine Engineer's ReviewTable of ContentsPreface; Main propulsion services and heat exchangers; Machinery service systems and equipment; Ship service systems; Valves and pipelines; Pumps and pumping; Tanker and gas carrier cargo pumps and systems; Auxiliary power; The propeller shaft; Steering gears; Bow thrusters, stabilizers and stabilizing systems; Refrigeration; Heating, ventilation and air conditioning; Deck machinery and cargo equipment; Fire protection; Safety and safety equipment; Control and instrumentation; Index
£46.80
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Walled Kitchen Gardens Shire Album 339 Shire
Book SynopsisWalled kitchen gardens were found in the grounds of most large country houses in Britain and Ireland. They were designed to provide a continual supply of fruit, flowers and vegetables. The remains of these gardens can still be seen, some converted to other uses, some simply abandoned. This book examines the history of these old kitchen gardens.
£7.59
Penguin Books Ltd The Skincare Bible
Book SynopsisFor anyone who loves straight-talking, practical advice on skincare, this book is the perfect, beautiful gift._________________We all know that taking good care of our skin is the key to any effective health and beauty regime. But with so much conflicting information, the path to healthy skin can seem far from clear.Dr Anjali Mahto is one of the UK''s leading consultant dermatologists. Equipped with years of expertise, she sets out to cut through the noise and distinguish the nuggets from the nonsense! Tackling common complaints such as acne, dryness, rosacea and aging, The Skincare Bible is your definitive companion to your body''s biggest organ.Clear, concise and packed full of tips on the best products and routines, it will help you discover what works for you and find confidence in your own skin._________________''I now feel safe in the knowledge that I''m armed with the latest science-backed information about how to care for my skin'' Chloe Brotheridge, author of The Anxiety Solution''A refreshing, fad-free guide to glowing skin. A must-read for anyone struggling with their skin health'' Dr Megan Rossi, author of Eat Yourself Health
£14.24
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Arts and Crafts Garden Shire Library
Book SynopsisThe Arts and Crafts Movement espoused values of simplicity, craftsmanship and beauty quite counter to Victorian and Edwardian industrialism. Though most famous for its architecture, furniture and ornamental work, between the 1890s and the 1930s the movement also produced gardens all over Britain whose designs, redolent of a lost golden era, had worldwide influence. These designs, by luminaries such as Gertrude Jekyll and Sir Edwin Lutyens, were engaging and romantic combinations of manor-house garden formalism and the naive charms of the cottage garden but from formally clipped topiary to rugged wild borders, nothing was left to chance. Sarah Rutherford here explores the winding paths and meticulously shaped hedges, the gazebos and gateways, the formal terraces and the billowing border plantings that characterised the Arts and Crafts garden, and directs readers and gardeners to where they can visit and be inspired by these beautiful works of art.Table of ContentsIntroduction: The Arts and Crafts Movement / Design and Designers / Defining the Garden: Boundaries and Materials / Garden Buildings / Ornaments / Plants and Planting / Popularising the Ideals: Books, Images and Education / The Legacy / Further Reading / Places to Visit / Index
£8.54
Abrams Tony Duquettes Dawnridge
Book Synopsis Hutton Wilkinson’s Tony Duquette’s Dawnridge chronicles the luxe and historic home’s transformation by its iconic designer. Foreword by Hamish Bowles Designer Tony Duquette’s legendary Dawnridge, located in Beverly Hills, is one of the most creatively designed private homes in America. Built in 1949 by Duquette and his wife, Elizabeth, the original structure was a modest 30-by-30-foot box. Hutton Wilkinson purchased the home following Duquette’s death in 1999, and he has since breathed new life into the estate, broadening the property, adding houses of his own design, and incorporating remarkable objects designed and created by the Duquettes. This book is organized by the three main houses, and Wilkinson elaborates on the spectacular design elements in each room and shares the stories behind the spaces. Tim Street-Porter’s photographs show both the original and redesignTrade Review"It's quirky and chic and comfy all at the same time. Have a look at the Monkey Room, a glassed-in porch overlooking the garden. Duquette used it as storage and Wilkinson brought it to life. There's the signature Duquette leopard-print carpet on the staircase leading down to the summer and guest bedrooms." -- MailOnline"An inside look at one of the most famous and inspiring private homes in Beverly Hills. Built in 1949 by Duquette and his wife, Dawnridge’s original structure was modest. Interior designer and Duquette’s business partner Hutton Wilkinson purchased the estate following Duquette’s death in 1999, and he chronicles the house’s transformation. The book shows both the original and redesigned rooms. Aesthete and Vogue editor Hamish Bowles writes the foreword." -- The Gloss"Hamish Bowles takes us through the bizarre joys of Dawnridge, the extraordinary Beverly Hills home of designer Tony Duquette – a place where Venice meets Shangri-La and all is not as it seems" -- The Lady
£41.25
Phaidon Press Ltd Green Escapes
Book SynopsisAn insider's guide to the world's greatest 'secret' gardens, green spaces, and pocket parks tucked away in cities around the globeTrade Review"Leads us down the garden path to more than 260 charming but little-known green spaces where urbanites and travelers can linger... One of our favorite spring picks... Go forth and garden gaze."—MOTTO/TIME"The perfect tool for busy urbanites looking to discover tranquil spaces within their city. Featuring 150 metropolises, it showcases quiet courtyards and lawns, contemplative rooftop terraces and conservatories, and spirited community gardens."—First Magazine"The first 'secret garden' city guide to feature a groundbreaking range of over 260 gardens in more than 150 cities worldwide. A treasure map of charming little-known gardens and hidden spaces, this amazing guide is your key to discovering leafy gems."—Project Calm"[A] travel guide, but with a twist."—New York Magazine Online"From pocket parks to rooftop terraces and greenhouses galore - secret gardens can be found in the wildest of urban jungles... Packed with quirky trivia and stunning photography, Toby Musgrave's latest coffee-table book, Green Escapes: The Guide to Secret Urban Gardens, shows where you can find an oasis in some of the world's busiest cities."—TheClub BA"An oasis amidst the hardscape of a large city is like a breath of fresh air... The little known, rarely visited and most beautiful green escapes in our busiest global centres... Toby Musgrave, a historian of gardens, has complied 260 of these green escapes... While working on a book about large private gardens in rural settings [...] Musgrave started thinking of the small, publicly accessible spaces tucked away in major cities, the kinds of havens he seeks out when travelling."—Australian Financial Review Magazine"Sized perfectly to toss into a backpack... Wanderlust-inspiring."—Garden & Gun Online"[Toby Musgrave] has given residents and visitors alike a lifeline with a guide not to the obvious green spaces in cities across the world but to the "compact hidden gems and secret oases" that are little known... It's a comprehensive list... What I particularly liked was the classification of the gardens with symbols alongside the garden giving an idea of its type."—TheChattyGardener.com"An encyclopaedia of gardens that are open to the public, but not (yet) famous."—Elle Decoration"If you like to discover hidden green spaces, keep this book close at hand when planning your next city break... This is a guide focused on the unfamiliar and the intimate, places often unknown even to many of the local residents... I know I'll be packing the book when I head off on any city breaks."—Gardens Illustrated"If garden tourism used to be exclusively for budding botanists, well, no more."—Atlas (Etihad Airways in-flight magazine)"Captivating."—Town & Country"Heads off the beaten track to unearth the world's finest hidden spaces. Covering 260 gardens in more than 150 cities worldwide, this new travel guide will be the key to seeking out leafy gems away from tourist hotspots."—TheCultureTrip.com"If you look for them, cities around the world are full of secret gardens and green spaces, many of which are unknown even to locals. New book Green Escapes explores these hidden courtyards, former industrial lands and reclaimed rooftops."—Hawkins"The book that show[s]... in any busy global city, green is good."—Atlas Obscura"It's a small book you can easily take on a trip, and you'll be using it for years as you travel the globe."—Garden Design Online"A perfect guide for kicking off any urban adventure this summer."—Surface"From walled garden oases to window boxes, city dwellers have a talent for making the most of small plots... [Green Escapes] is a guidebook to more than 250 little-known green spaces from across the world that vary in size, landscaping and purpose; the pocket-sized drama of Seattle's Waterfall Garden Park is in there, but so is the quietly haunting expanse of Warsaw's Jewish Cemetery."—Daily Telegraph
£15.26
Read Books Violin Varnish
£21.84
