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Making movies is the most exciting way to earn a living and it is not surprising that media and film studies remain the most popular courses at colleges across the western world. A short film provides an opportunity for elliptical, poetic, condensed...

The definitive, in-depth exploration of the creation and legacy of the classic Withnail & I, featuring interviews, essays, and fascinating never-before-seen archive material. Authorised by author and director Bruce Robinson, who provides an exclusive...

Whitework embroidery traditionally features beautifully intricate designs using white thread on white background fabric, examples of which can be found in many cultures across the world. Without the addition of colour, the fabric surface is ornamented...

Discover the architectural gems that are Britain's 100 Best Railway Stations in this Sunday Times top 10 bestseller'This is a cracker . . . a beautiful book' Chris EvansIt is the scene for our hopeful beginnings and our intended ends, and the timeless...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781684059683Author Bill SienkiewiczFormat PaperbackPage Count 172Imprint Idea & Design WorksPublisher Idea & Design Works

At last, the handbook all you cool cats have been waiting for! One hundred easy ways to discover the joys of a purrfectly obedient human.Though humans cannot speak cat, they vocalise repeatedly. Most of their vocalisations are meaningless and can be...

A new, larger format edition of the Royal School of Needlework's classic reference work on beadwork embroidery. Shelley Cox presents an expert guide to all aspects of bead embroidery, including information on counted thread beadwork, bead embroidery,...

Presenting a rich account of women's faith lives and, mapping women's meanings in their own right, this book offers an alternative to dominant accounts of faith development which failed to account for women's experience. Drawing on Fowler's faith...

The perfect festive game to get the whole family involved this Christmas! All material appropriate for children and adults alike! Beautiful illustrated pocket-size book An ice-breaker for family gatherings, festive parties and summer holidays abroad...

Challenge yourself at home with word and number puzzles This supremely challenging cryptic collection contains 50 jumbo-sized puzzles, conceived to really challenge your word skills. Selected by The Times' Crossword Editor, Richard...

Today's designers are often presented with a seemingly infinite number of creative choices, with the ability to push their materials to the limits of what they can do. Understanding these materials properly helps designers make inspired decisions in a...

Discover the endless possibilities of ink - whether you are using a nib pen, brush, biro or marker. This interactive book teaches you how to draw in line, wash and colour, and allows you the space to practise on the page through guided exercises in...

Generative design research is an approach to bring the people we serve through design directly into the design process in order to ensure that we can meet their needs and dreams for the future. The book introduces an emerging domain of design that is of...

An unprecedented celebration of every Old Master painting in the Vatican, as well as hundreds of additional masterpieces in the papal collection, is included in this deluxe slipcased book.The Vatican is one of the most visited sites in the world and...

For almost a century, movie fans have been riveted by the Academy Awards and the stars who have won Oscars. 50 Oscar Nights takes readers behind the scenes of Hollywood's most storied awards show through new and exclusive interviews with dozens of A-list...

Designed for photographers who haven't memorized every button, dial, setting, and feature on their Sony a7 III, Rocky Nook's handy and ultra-portable quick reference Pocket Guide helps you get the shot when you're out and about.With this handy camera...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of Robert F. Kennedy Book Award (Grand Prize) 2001.Book InformationISBN 9780944092699Author Leon F. LitwakFormat HardbackPage Count 212Imprint Twin Palms...

Unbuilt tells the stories of the plans, drawings and proposals that emerged during the 20th century in an unparalleled era of optimism in architecture. Many of these grand projects stayed on the drawing board, some were flights of fancy that couldn't be...

This is the 45th Anniversary Edition of The Decline of an English Village. When The Decline of an English Village was first published in 1974, its appearance was greeted with immediate critical acclaim. As a young writer, born into declining village...

EVERYTHING TO PLAY FOR - A NEW BOOK BY QI ELVES JAMES HARKIN AND ANNA PTASZYNSKI - IS AVAILABLE FOR PREORDER NOW The perfect gift for all those big and little kids in your life who ask 'why...?'. WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY ZOE BALLPre-order the next book...

Single mum. Awful ex-husband with his shiny new girlfriend. And now a scary, overwhelming new job.Bambino is a glossy, weekly parenting magazine aimed at 'yummy mummies'. Their ideal mother always looks immaculate, never lets her children watch TV and...

The first fully illustrated and comprehensive introduction to May Morris's work as an artist, designer and embroiderer, published in association with the V&A. May Morris (1862-1938), younger daughter of William Morris, was a significant figure in the...

At once a pop culture icon, cult figure and film industry outsider, master filmmaker David Lynch and his work defy easy definition. Dredged from his subconscious mind, Lynch’s work is primed to act on our own hidden desires and fears, combining...

With the same wit and perception that distinguished his charming books on London, New York, and San Francisco, here this famous Czech painter presents his impressions of Paris in This Is Paris, first published in 1959 and now updated for the 21st century...

Soft spoken yet powerful, Serenity perfectly captures the constant battle of fear and courage that lives within us. The seeds of Serenity were planted in F.S. Yousaf's last collection of poetry, Sincerely. Struck by inspiration and overwhelmed by the...

The definitive celebration of the work, life and times of Sir Kenneth Grange (born 1929), one of the most revered, innovative and influential industrial designers of the modern age. 'You may not know the name Kenneth Grange, but you'll almost certainly...

Lisbon's charm is legendary, but its vibrant 2,000-year history is not widely known, from its Roman legacy to its centuries under Moorish rule. Its journey from port town to Portugal's capital was not always smooth sailing-in 1755 the city was devastated...

'Absolutely hilarious' - Neil Gaiman'One of the funniest musical commentators that you will ever read . . . loud and thoroughly engrossing' - Alan Moore'A man on a righteous mission to persuade people to "lay down your souls to the gods rock and roll".'...

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet's Ukraine is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Sip morning coffee in Lviv's cosy cafes, hike the...

This book gives a full account of modern Acol and of the whole range of defensive and competitive bidding. It is suitable for players up to a high standard but will readily be understood by less experienced players as each topic starts with the...

Detailed plans based on careful study and measurement of original pieces and accurate reproductions. Step-by-step instructions, materials lists, and notes on woodworking, metalworking, and finishing. 36 photos and 159 line drawings illustrate how to...

Are you ready for an adventure? Explore the mysterious world of Minecraft through highly-detailed maps of every biome. Created by an explorer on a quest to find Minecraft's most valuable loot, there's a map for each Overworld biome as well as...

In this funny and sweet new book in the bestselling Darth Vader (TM) series, Eisner Award-winning author Jeffrey Brown offers an intimate look at the friendships between best pals in the Star Wars universe, from Darth Vader and the Emperor to Leia and...

Whether your character is jumping for joy or grappling with an opponent, this book provides all the essential techniques to draw more lifelike action figures in the classic Japanese manga style.The comprehensive introduction first shows the reader the...

Mark Thomas has been touring the country for months, getting audiences to come up with policies aimed at sorting out the country's political chaos and taking back the power for the people. Sick to death of bailing out bankers and subsidising MPs homes,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781626985100Author James FinleyFormat PaperbackPage Count 144Imprint Orbis Books (USA)Publisher Orbis Books (USA)

Lang Lang: daily technical exercises is a collection of scale-based warm-ups, work-outs and routines that no aspiring pianist should be without, providing a perfect follow on from the Lang Lang Piano Academy mastering the piano series. Ideal for...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781612436838Author Grace SongFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Ulysses PressPublisher Ulysses PressWeight(grams) 330g

With Draw 62 Animals and Make Them Happy, illustrator Terry Runyan shows you how to draw 62 amusing animals-and animals in silly situations-by following her easy step-by-step instructions. On the left-hand page, follow the steps for drawing each...

God's Grace Is Greater Than Your Biggest Setback.God enacts his perfect plan through imperfect people-including you and me!In this five-session Bible study (video streaming included), you will see how God used Jacob-the misbehaving patriarch who was...