Antiques & Collectibles

Foreword by Christian Louboutin Vintage Shoes recounts a century of shoe history, from Andre Perugia's designs for society women in the 1920s to Christian Louboutin's red soles. Accompanied by archive images, stunning fashion photography and specially...

For the press tour following the record-breaking release of Greta Gerwig s award-winning, acclaimed Barbie movie, producer and star Margot Robbie and her stylist Andrew Mukamal immersed themselves in some of Barbie s most iconic outfits and curated...

A collection of the timeless, the priceless and the unforgettable, this beautiful compendium accompanies the beloved BBC One TV series. Antiques Roadshow has graced our screens for forty years and has become one of...

The Japanese bestseller: a tale of love, new beginnings, and the comfort that can be found between the pages of a good book.When twenty-five-year-old Takako's boyfriend reveals he's marrying someone else, she reluctantly accepts her eccentric uncle...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781908828651Author John W MussellFormat PaperbackPage Count 368Imprint Token Publishing LtdPublisher Token Publishing Ltd

The art of caring for the things you love ...Caring for the items you love around the home is easier - and more rewarding - than you think. In his first book, The Repair Shop's resident woodworking expert Will Kirk takes you on a tour of the basics of...

With an action outfit for every occasion, Traction Man patrols the house. Whether he is saving toys (in latex space suit and Perspex helmet, teamed with Rocket Boots); searching the sink for the lost wreck of the sieve (in sub-aqua suit, fluorescent...

'In three comprehensive sections packed with rich photography and expert advice, this practical yet inspiring guide will give you the confidence to try it yourself' - Elle Decoration'Ali Heath has done it again. In Create, she expertly unpacks how to mix...

Since first published in 1991 Pocket Jackson's, as it is most often called, has enjoyed enormous success and is constantly rated as a bestseller in the Arts & Antiques category. During the last twenty-three years important developments have taken...

Here comes trouble! A super-dooper Daisy picture book - from Kes Gray, author of the bestselling Oi Frog and Friends, and Nick Sharratt, award-winning illustrator of You Choose and Pants! Daisy does NOT like peas. And there is NOTHING that will get her...

'Beautifully photographed spaces, from urban apartments to stately country houses, illustrate the ways paint can change a room's feel, with lots of practical, easy-to-follow tips. If you've ever deliberated between shades of white, or wondered where the...

Want to pick the perfect wine for dinner? Red, white or Rose? Dry or Fruity? Spanish or Portuguese? Become the expert with Wine Folly's Magnum Edition: The Master Guide.'This will effortlessly teach you all you need to know to bluff your way through a...

An intimate reflection on Japanese art and architecture from one of the country's greatest novelists.This is an enchanting essay on aesthetics by one of the greatest Japanese novelists. Tanizaki's eye ranges over architecture, jade, food, toilets, and...

This title gives a clear, thorough and practical account of firing, but goes further and explains the techniques and ideas behind this magical stage of making. It highlights commonly-overlooked details that can lead to disastrous results and shares tips...

'Absorbing, thoughtful and moving... a wonderfully engaging feelgood read that you'll want to come back to again and again' MIKE GAYLE'Libby Page is a literary burst of sunshine . . . Utterly delightful' VERONICA HENRY'An absolute must-read' WOMAN'S...

Learn to make stunning crafts with these beautiful sea gems! Sea glass is the beautiful result of broken glass being naturally polished and smoothed by the ocean's currents for extended periods of time. These beautiful jewels become weathered and...

One Shilling: The Football Programme Design Revolution of 1965-85 is the first-ever exploration of this golden era of football programme design, when the humble football programme suddenly boasted a remarkable variety of eye-catching covers and layouts. ...

Take an enthralling and richly illustrated trip through the official real-world story of the Barbie (TM) doll-from groundbreaking toy to beacon of female empowerment.Created in partnership with Mattel to celebrate Barbie doll's 65th anniversary and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780977132980Author M a ShaferFormat PaperbackPage Count 110Imprint Word Forge/Word Forge BooksPublisher Word Forge/Word Forge BooksWeight(grams)...

With his fabulous restaurants and bestselling Ottolenghi Cookbook, Yotam Ottolenghi has established himself as one of the most exciting talents in the world of cookery and food writing. This exclusive collection of vegetarian recipes is drawn from his...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9782080294708Author Alexandre PauwelsFormat PaperbackPage Count 176Imprint FlammarionPublisher Editions FlammarionWeight(grams) 630g

Marks are one of the collector's most important tools when it comes to identifying and dating antiques. Of course, it is important to understand that they should never be relied upon completely, as many have been copied or faked. What you should rely on...

The essential guide for the collector of mechanical wristwatches, with complete information on over 1,400 models from 130 international brands. With Wristwatch Annual, collectors have at hand a wealth of information on the latest offerings from today's...

This book not only tabulates the hallmarks that enable the identification of silver items but also traces the history of English silver, describing some famous makers and provides hints on spotting fakes.' There is a helpful chapter on Sheffield plate...

Three textile roads tangle their way through Central Asia. The famous Silk Road united east and west through trade. Older still was the Wool Road, of critical importance when houses made from wool enabled nomads to traverse the inhospitable winter...

'5/5 A true joy. A work of staggering complexity and bewildering economy.' TELEGRAPH'A rattling, wonderful read.' OBSERVER'Every page glitters' SPECTATOR'Mesmerising' NEW STATESMAN'An exquisite book, beautifully put together... What a very wonderful book...

The first charming tale in The Little Red Train series which will appeal to all little boys and girls obsessed with engines, trains and things that go!Oh no! Duffy has forgotten to put on the brake and the Little Red Train has set off down the track...

This authorised book is the perfect gift for fans of the #1 plush property Based on the bestselling squishy toy, this adorable collector's guide is the perfect gift for any Squishmallows fan! They're...

Say goodbye to the takeaway and master the art of curry yourself with this collection of recipes from bestselling author and curry expert Madhur Jaffrey: 175 clear, accessible and simple recipes guaranteed to make your mouth water! Beautifully written...

"...a beautiful book, filled with captivating images and explanatory text which never gets too dry or too technical..." - Revolution Despite the functional obsolescence of the mechanical wristwatch (our phones and computers tell more accurate...

In the Tokyo suburbs four women work the draining graveyard shift at a boxed-lunch factory. Burdened with chores and heavy debts and isolated from husbands and children, they all secretly dream of a way out of their dead-end lives. A young mother among...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780903685061Author Malcolm HaslamFormat HardbackPage Count 172Imprint Richard DennisPublisher Richard DennisWeight(grams) 1552gDimensions(mm) 316mm * 237mm...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781739467371Author Stanley GibbonsFormat PaperbackPage Count 350Imprint Stanley Gibbons LimitedPublisher Stanley Gibbons Limited

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781523091683Author David EhrlichmanFormat PaperbackPage Count 216Imprint Berrett-Koehler PublishersPublisher Berrett-Koehler Publishers

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781739467388Author Stanley GibbonsFormat PaperbackPage Count 636Imprint Stanley Gibbons LimitedPublisher Stanley Gibbons Limited

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781738579402Format PaperbackPage Count 162Imprint Coin HunterPublisher Coin HunterDimensions(mm) 216mm * 140mm * 9mm

The Wunderkammer, or “cabinet of curiosities,” saw collectors gathering objects from many strands of artistic, scientific, and intellectual endeavor, in an ambitious attempt to encompass all of humankind’s knowledge in a single room.From the Grand Duke...

Mary Greensted tells the story of the birth and development of the arts and craft movement in Britain with the help of numerous illustrations showing the buildings, furniture, metalwork, and the people who influenced it. The movement was concerned with...

**WINNER OF THE COSTA BIOGRAPHY AWARD**Edmund de Waal uncovers the history of a family through a turbulent century through 264 objects.264 wood and ivory carvings, none of them bigger than a matchbox: Edmund de Waal was entranced when he first...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781999365240Author Newspaper YearbooksFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Yearbook MemoriesPublisher Yearbook MemoriesWeight(grams) 313g