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The legendary Samurai, and the sharp-edged katanas they mastered, are the point of this thrill-seeking guide to drawing swordfights, battle scenes ...

Master the exhilarating game of Mahjong with this introductory guide. Originally played with cards, and then pieces carved from ivory or bamboo, th...

The world is heating up beyond the capacity of some countries to cope. Entire populations of Pacific Islands are at risk, jeopardising the sovereig...

100 little doors to the Weird and Wonderful from the world's Great Museums Open tiny doors, large doors and strange doors to museum collections aro...

Do you know where in the world you can buy drinkable gold; why an 'elephant's foot' is one of the most dangerous objects in the world; or where you...

The Child Poverty Debate: Myths, Misconceptions and Misunderstandings

Who says you can't have your cake and eat it too? The talented Jordan Rondel, aka The Caker, has crafted delicious recipes that are as artful as th...

Whether you're a professional builder or a homeowner about to embark on building work, this handy-sized book contains everything you need to know t...

Praise for the Build a Bag series: "These books are ideal for those new to bag making and will help readers grow their bag-making skills and confid...

Maybe you think you're a genius, but these 25 brain-stumping IQ quizzes will put that to the test! Featuring wordplay, diagrams, numerical challeng...

That the Blitz did not bring the UK to its knees is due, in large part, to a vast response by Civil Defence services and the British people themsel...

So, you want to experience the ultimate overseas adventure? Whether you're a gap year student or young traveller, taking a sabbatical or career bre...

The pursuit of city life is one of the most important untold stories of New Zealand. The Big Smoke is the first comprehensive history to tell this ...

There are times when keeping your young children occupied and entertained can be a real challenge, no matter how super-organised or imaginative you...

The art of fire-writing is a returning trend, and there is no better way to learn the technique and inspire yourself than through this up-to-date e...

The Art of Japanese Architecture provides a unique overview of Japanese architecture in its historical and cultural context. The book begins with a...

Explore nature through a combination of textiles and embroidery in this new, modernised edition of Gilda Baron's inspirational, innovative, step-by...

Animals are all around us, but sometimes we forget just how remarkable they are. In this beautiful hardback, we take a look at some of the world's ...

The FLAME TREE COLLECTABLE CRIME CLASSICS are chosen to create a delightful and timeless home library of classic crime and mystery thrillers. Each ...

A stunning new edition with deluxe cover treatments, ribbon markers, luxury endpapers and gilded edges. The unabridged text is accompanied by a Glo...

A stunning new edition with deluxe cover treatments, ribbon markers, luxury endpapers and gilded edges. The unabridged text is accompanied by a Glo...

Based on the acclaimed RNZ podcast series, and including new material, The 9th Floor by journalists Guyon Espiner and Tim Watkin presents in-depth ...

*Part of the popular bestselling 500 Hidden Secrets collection*Lists includes the 5 best places to eat frites, the 5 small museums that no one shou...

There are times when keeping your young children occupied and entertained can be a real challenge, no matter how super-organized or imaginative you...