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Codes win wars, conceal state secrets, protect privacy, secure banks and transmit messages. Through forty - five of the world’s most influential codes and ciphers, Codes presents a compelling insight into the art and science of cryptography. Structured…
Inspire and share with your child the wonderful world of art and encourage their creative abilities! Authors Maja Pitamic and Jill Laidlaw explore the stories and meanings of 20 masterpieces of Western Art as inspiratio n for children to create their…
Ever racked your brain for a word you’re convinced should exist, yet is inexplicably absent from the dictionary? All languages have their limitations – should Engl ish fall short, the expression may lie elsewhere. That’s where this book comes in: a quirky,…
Energy bites are the perfect, simple treat for when you’re on the go: energy boosting and low -fuss, with minimal prep and no baking required. They’re also a healthy choice (and less expensive than the versions available in high-street health shops).…
Who hasn’t dreamt of leaving city life and escaping to the woods? This book will tempt and help you to experience the excitement and simplicity of wilderness life, whether it’s building a campfire, making shelter in a forest clearing, or navigating using…
For most urban dwellers, a large garden bursting with colour and beauty is but a dream. Enter the cacti. The perfect plant pets, cacti and succulents are resilient to the laziest of gardeners, brighten the darkest of corners and can be trained to suit…
From Galileo’s stargazing to quantum teleportation, from Newton’s experiments with optics to the splitting of the atom, Schrödinger’s Cat tells the story of natural science through fifty of its greatest experiments. Featuring engaging writing and clear…
Excessive consumption of sugar is thought to lead to a range of diseases, such as type - 2 diabetes, cancer, depression and even neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s and multiple sclerosis. The Sugar Detox Plan helps you identify hidden sugars…
Calligraphy literally translates as `beautiful writing'; it is a traditional skill in many countries around the world, and it has had a contemporary resurgence as a stylish medium for creating artwork. The book starts with the basic techniques and helps…
Some stories couldn't happen just anywhere or any time - often the scenery , landscape or era is as central to the tale as any character - and just as easily recognised. Wh at adventures would Heidi have had without her mountain neighbours? W ould Jim…
Are you a fan of the Monstera plant? Beautiful photography? Or a man who loves to garden? Then this is the book for you. Based on the phenomenally successful Instagram account of the same name, Boys with Plants showcases 50 plants and the boys who love…
Step inside Lesley Downer's mindful kitchen where a healthy and happy mind, body and spirit is always on the menu. Lesley Downer is a high-profile author on Japan, a renowned cook and a lifelong vegetarian, who combines her knowledge of Japanese cuisine…
Part self-help book, part psychology primer, Live Happy features 100 pieces of advice on leading a life of contentment. A distillation of the latest research into happiness, this is a guide to the tools and strategies most likely to make you happy. Informative,…
The Virgin Cocktail Garden brings together 80 delicious recipes for botanical drinks based on fresh fruits, garden herbs and exotic spices. Organized according to main ingredient, the recipes are non-alcoholic but have variations for adding alcohol for…
From the Bible code to the Voynich manuscript, from subtly altered hieroglyphs carved into ancient Egyptian monuments to clues hidden in Renaissance paintings, we are surrounded by mysterious codes bearing hidden messages from the past. What does it…
Part health advice, part self-help, part survival guide, Live Well targets emotional, physical, and environmental wellbeing, including how to cope with diseases and risk factors that affect the choices we make. With Live Well you will discover 100 simple…
From the practicalities of feeding and repotting, to selecting the best plants to fulfil your needs, this handy, pocket-sized guide contains everything you need to know to grow purposeful plants to enrich your life. Packed with practical advice and easy…
Queerstory is an accessible and fully-illustrated introduction to the history of the LGBTQ+ movement. Divided into three sections, the book features theme-specific timelines,facts, infographicsand key pioneers charting the development of the fight for…