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'The man with all the answers in Albert Jack' Daily Express'Square meal' 'Load of old codswallop' 'Egg on your face' 'In the limelight'. . .The English language is littered with everyday expressions like these, but have you ever stopped to wonder what...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781620922361Author Haynes PublishingFormat PaperbackPage Count 352Imprint Haynes Manuals IncPublisher Haynes Manuals IncWeight(grams) 642gDimensions(mm)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780786965625Author Wizards of the CoastFormat HardbackPage Count 320Imprint Wizards of the CoastPublisher Wizards of the CoastWeight(grams)...

Cemeteries, graveyards and funerals are essential topics for family and local historians and they are fascinating subjects in themselves. Celia Heritage's handbook is a wide-ranging, accessible guide to them showing how to track down your ancestors'...

With a Haynes Manual, you can do it yourself, from simple maintenance to full repairs. Every Manual is based on a complete stripdown of the bike. Our authors and technicians work out the best methods to do a job and present this with the home mechanic in...

What does it mean to be Italian? Is it pausing to enjoy an aperitivo or gelato? A passeggiata down a laneway steeped in history? An August spent tanning at the beach? This book is a celebration of the Italian lifestyle - an education in drinking to...

The Thrift Book is a guide to how to live well while spending less by bestselling writer India Knight.Feeling poor because of the credit crunch? Feeling guilty because of global warming? Feeling like you'd like to tighten your belt, but aren't ready to...

All you need to know about elections, politics, and government! Too often, textbooks turn the noteworthy details of government into tedious discourse that would put even the president to sleep. American Government 101 cuts out the boring explanations,...

In The Book of the Courtier (1528), Baldesar Castiglione, a diplomat and Papal Nuncio to Rome, sets out to define the essential virtues for those at Court. In a lively series of imaginary conversations between the real-life courtiers to the Duke of...

- What is the significance of holly at Christmas?- When should you make your figgy pudding?- Why was the Old Lad's Passing Bell rung on Christmas Eve? - And who was Good King Wenceslas?Did you know that, long before turkey arrived on our shores, it was...

The perfect gift for every railway enthusiast. The history of Britain's railways is a long and fascinating one, filled with stories of grand endeavours, noted figures and record-breaking feats. Julian Holland brings together a unique...

'This book is a delight ... the world is full of little surprises, momentary little fountains of pleasure and beauty, that could be visible to all of us if we learned to stop and notice as Miranda Keeling does.' Philip Pullman'An odd, beautiful book .....

There's little that can beat the perfect simplicity of a bike ride. There are many reasons why cycling has such enduring appeal. For some, it is the relaxation and freedom that biking offers - what could be better than pedalling away and leaving our...

See the full beauty of our night sky revealed as never before in over 200 photographs from around the world in this stunning and giftable title. Bringing together the images of over 40 photographers across 25 countries, be astounded by the lights of the...

What is the difference between an amulet and a charm? When would be the right time to make a talisman? And, if you absolutely had to, how would you cast a spell? In this unique little book, scholar Marian Green unravels the complex web of associations...

"Some people are worth melting for" - Olaf, Frozen"They can't order me to stop dreaming" - CinderellaBring to life iconic quotes and sayings from some favourite Disney movies in this official Disney colouring book!Colour your way through a collection of...

The perfect stocking filler for lovers of English Castles. A handy guide to England's most dramatic castles and strongholds, many of which are open to visitors. Includes an eight-page map section showing the locations of castles covered in the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781612434759Author Andrew ThompsonFormat PaperbackPage Count 280Imprint Ulysses PressPublisher Ulysses PressWeight(grams) 190g

(Edition revised in 2023), MICHELIN National Map Scandinavia & Finland will give you an overall picture of your journey thanks to its clear and accurate mapping scale 1/1,500,000. Our map will help you easily plan your safe and enjoyable journey in...

Discover the gorgeous new summertime must-read from Sunday Times bestseller Veronica Henry - a holiday for the heart and soul!---------------------------------Escape to Everdene Sands, where the sun is shining - but is the tide about to turn?Robyn and...

An astonishing record of the knowledge of a civilization, The Ultimate Ambition in the Arts of Erudition catalogues everything known to exist from the perspective of a 14th-century Egyptian scholar and litterateur. More than 9,000 pages and 30...

Do you feel a sense of dread and indecision every time you get dressed? Are you constantly buying new clothes but still feel like you have nothing to wear? Then you need closet therapist Annmarie O'Connor. In The Happy Closet you will discover...

A beautiful gift for the adventurers in your family. A new, fully updated edition of this popular atlas in the Collins world atlas range. Designed in the distinctive Collins style, it is the ideal reference atlas for school, home and business...

Leeds United On This Day revisits all the most magical and memorable moments from the club's rollercoaster past, mixing in a maelstrom of quirky anecdotes and legendary characters to produce an irresistibly dippable Whites diary - with an entry for every...

Handy little full colour map of central London with a high level of detail. Clear mapping from Regent's Park in the north to Kennington in the south, and Kensington Gardens in the west to Tower Bridge in the east at a scale of 1:12,500 (5...

If your listening is preventing you from getting the score you need in IELTS, Collins Listening for IELTS can help. Don't let one skill hold you back. Collins Listening for IELTS has been specially created for learners of English...

This is a professional book focused on foundational principles of art and illustrated by old and contemporary masters. It gives serious beginners to professional artists an in-depth understanding of the old masters' unparalleled approach to paint...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781850103479Author Haynes PublishingFormat PaperbackPage Count 240Imprint Haynes Manuals IncPublisher Haynes Manuals IncWeight(grams) 381gDimensions(mm)...

The home of trusted full-colour visual dictionaries for everyday use. A photographic guide to the key words and phrases in Spanish. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect travel companion and provides a practical guide to Spain and...

- Comprehensive guide to SPSS for both beginners and experts. Structured in an easy to follow step-by-step guide. - Inlcudes explanations divided into ‘essential’ and ‘advanced’ sections to suit readers at different levels. - Authors are leading thinkers...

Qualitative Research Approaches for Psychotherapy offers the reader a range of current qualitative research approaches congruent with the values and practices of psychotherapy itself: experience-based, reflective, contextualized, and critical.This volume...

The definitive guide to planning your perfect wedding day, from the UK's most-loved, and multi-award-winning wedding website and podcast - Rock My Wedding. With friendly advice, tips, ideas and stunning photography, it's the perfect pre-wedding purchase...

The question has been popped, the ring has been presented and the celebrations have begun! What's next? Just the wedding. Top Tips for Grooms presents ingenious ideas for the any groom-to-be, covering the ever-so-stressful months preceding the wedding -...

This fun, photo-filled, fact-packed guide to rocks and minerals will get kids outside to discover the amazing world underneath their feet. Created for the ultimate explorer, this book gives kids the knowledge and skills they need to identify...

You don't need a garden to grow your own food! This book is the perfect beginner's guide to micro-gardening, featuring tips on how to start, what to choose and how to grow over 20 types of plant for your kitchen. Have you ever been curious about growing...

A stimulating reference book for young readers, arranged thematically and illustrated with over 1500 photos, illustrations and diagrams. Over 150 QR codes allow readers to access carefully selected websites, downloadable pictures and quizzes on a mobile...

"A veritable cornucopia of colour and culture" - The West Australian"The ultimate in tropical travel inspiration" - The Sunday Star Times"A great gift idea for the ardent traveler in your life" - Cream MagazineExplore 150 of the world's most enchanting...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780804185622Author Potter GiftPage Count 224Imprint Potter StylePublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams) 221gDimensions(mm) 128mm * 97mm * 24mm

Plan your perfect wedding, at home or abroad. Planning a wedding doesn't have to be hard work. Take the pain out of the preparation and let Wedding Planning For Dummies help you design your dream wedding day - while saving time and money! Whether you're...

Gallipoli tells of the disastrous campaign at Gallipoli in 1915 when the allies failed to knock Turkey out of the war. With then and now photographs the book provides detailed historical descriptions of the area and the events, all of which will appeal...