How 19th-century soldier, adventurer and scholar Henry Rawlinson deciphered cuneiform, the world’s earliest writing, and rediscovered Iraq's ancient civilisations.
This is the exciting, true adventu……続きを見る
The name Cornwall comes from Cornovii, meaning hill dwellers, and Waelas, meaning strangers. The first Stone Age tools that were found here date to 4,500 BC. Near the town of Redruth the remains of……続きを見る
Home of Sir Walter Raleigh, Sir Frances Drake and Agatha Christie, Devon is unforgettable and this book shows you how to experience it in the most memorable ways. Tour the castles, the amazing beach……続きを見る
Chris Yates, one of Britain’s most insightful and lyrical writers, raises his gaze from his beloved rivers and ponds and takes us on a mesmerizing tour of the British countryside.
“Last November, th……続きを見る
The updated edition of the popular RSPB Handbook of Garden Wildlife.
This friendly handbook is full of practical advice on attracting wildlife to your garden, and encouraging creatures to stick arou……続きを見る
For the times when you’re driving past a lumpy, bumpy field and you wonder what made the lumps and bumps; for when you’re walking between two lines of grand trees, wondering when and why they were p……続きを見る
"A cornucopia of our weirdest and most wonderful archaeological sites and artefacts. They make you feel proud to be a citizen of these gloriously intriguing isles." Sir Tony Robinson
An Ice Age cann……続きを見る
Hand Luggage Only: Great Britain is a celebration of the amazing places to be found throughout England, Scotland and Wales. Actually, scratch that – it’s about so much more than a celebration of Bri……続きを見る
著者:Zena Alkayat
出版社: Frances Lincoln
発売日: 2022年05月03日
This is the complete guide to the local neighbourhoods of London, filled with all the city's best secrets and hidden gems, and now updated with even more great spots!
Offering an intimate view of th……続きを見る
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Fungi are not like us - they are entirely, magically, something else.
'A lyrical, fascinating exploration of this weird organism' Scottish Field
'A memoir oozing with wonder' Waterstones.com
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In 'Mountains and Molehills; or, Recollections of a Burnt Journal' by Frank Marryat, readers are taken on a captivating journey through the highs and lows of the author's experiences. Marryat's vivi……続きを見る
著者:Brendan Ryan
出版社: Brendan Ryan
発売日: 2024年04月22日
Uncover the mysteries, traditions, and awe-inspiring landscapes of Peru like never before with "A Travel Guide for Peru 2024." This immersive guidebook transcends the ordinary, inviting you to embar……続きを見る
Discover the little worlds of Britain
Beyond the British shores and straight out to sea lie the most exquisite islands, just waiting to be discovered. Little worlds, unique in their rugged and breat……続きを見る
A perfect introduction to the world of Scottish dance written by the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, including a short history of Scottish dancing. The book takes you through simple ceilidh mo……続きを見る
著者:Barry Anthony
出版社: Bloomsbury Publishing
発売日: 2019年02月23日
The Strand is one of London's most iconic streets - today the bustling and thriving home of West End theatres and the luxurious Savoy hotel; in the Victorian era, the Strand was a much more seedy an……続きを見る
著者:Sarah Lyall
出版社: W. W. Norton & Company
発売日: 2020年02月25日
**New York Times Bestseller
“An exquisite, hilarious and devastating dissection.” ーMalcolm Gladwell**
Why do the English keep apologizing? Why are they so unenthusiastic about enthusiasm? Why does ……続きを見る
Frederick Marryat's 'Diary in America, Series Two' is a compelling travelogue that follows the author's journey through America in the mid-19th century. Marryat's vivid descriptions of the American ……続きを見る
著者:Maya Plass
出版社: Bloomsbury Publishing
発売日: 2022年02月17日
A brand new RSPB guide to help you become a confident and learned explorer of the seashore.
How often have you visited the seashore and wished you knew more about the diverse and alien wildlife foun……続きを見る
著者:Will Appleyard
出版社: Dived Up Publications
発売日: 2022年05月17日
From highlands to islands, wrecks to reefs and caves, this new-style guide will whet your appetite for UK scuba diving. These are over 50 personal favourites at some of the UK’s most popular underwa……続きを見る
Journey through the unique beauty of Scotland, with 100+ stunning photographs of the magical places and hidden gems.
For centuries people have been beguiled and inspired by the imposing cloud-scatte……続きを見る