Ifor Thomas is back! This poet has published eight books of poetry and one of prose, his writing has won prizes the John Tripp prize for spoken poetry, The Welsh Prize in the Cardiff International poetry competition, and the British Airways travel writer of the year. The book confronts death, but also celebrates the sporting life with poems about running, swimming and cycling. Celebrities make appearances Ronnie O Sullivan, the snooker player, and who else but Simon Armitage. Autorid: Ifor Thomas
A charming and festive second chance romance with a Jewish spin on A Christmas Carol! Evelyn Schwartz has the perfect Hanukkah planned: eight jam-packed days producing the live-action televised musical of A Christmas Carol. Who needs family when youve got long hours, impossible deadlines, and your dream job? That is, until an accident on set lands her in the medical bay with one of her chronic migraines, and shes shocked to find her ex-husband, David Adler, filling in for the usual studio doctor. Its been two years since David walked away from Evelyn and their life in Manhattan, and his ex-wife is still the same workaholic who puts her career before everything else, her health included. But when Evelyn begins hallucinating ghosts tied to her past heartbreaks, and every single one leads to David, he finds himself spending much more time with her than he anticipated. As Evelyn revisits her ghosts of Hanukkah past, she and David both begin to wonder if they can have a Hanukkah future. But with a high-stakes production ramping up the pressure, and troublesome spirits forcing them both to confront their most difficult shared memories, it might just take a Hanukkah miracle for these two exes to light the flame on their second-chance at love. Autorid: Jean Meltzer
'The future of crime fiction is named Hannah Morrissey' Alex Finlay When business mogul Clive Reynolds disappeared twenty years ago, his name became synonymous with 'murder' and 'mystery'. Now, lured by a cryptic note, struggling photographer Morgan Mori returns to Black Harbor and into the web of their family secrets. The night she photographs the family gathering, Morgan witnesses a cop's murder unearthing a clue that could crack the cold case wide open. Investigator Ryan Hudson finally has a chance to prove himself as lead detective. If only he could stop letting his need to solve his partner's recent murder distract him. But as Morgan's dark past resurfaces, could her sordid history be the key to unlocking more than one mystery? Autorid: Hannah Morrissey
After a two-day train journey, peripatetic dressmaker Jemima Flowerday makes the final approach to her new job on foot, following the canal to Castle Gloaming, which stands in the rugged North Wales countryside overlooking the foaming River Dee. Jemima has come to clothe Mrs Cornelia van Doorn, a wealthy South African widow who has leased the castle from its impoverished aristocratic owner, intending to launch herself and her young stepdaughter, Honor, into London society. But on her arrival shes told shes actually been summoned to investigate the disappearance of the girl. Even in a place still haunted by mystery and magic, the seventeen-year-old cant have melted into thin air Autorid: Kay Blythe
January Wild loves her daughter, her dog Spud and her childhood home by the sea. Single parenting is tough, but January has no regrets. She has a job she adores, a happy home, and the support of her beloved grandfather. But the arrival of a new boss threatens to shake up Januarys safe world. Ward Metcalfe loves great sales results and a well-run office. Everyone at the office agrees: Ward is a soulless, corporate slave driver. Even Spud, the company mascot, dislikes him. Yet over time January sees there is more to Ward than meets the eye. Rumours circulate. What exactly is he hiding? Is there a secret standing between them? And is January prepared to risk everything to find out? Autorid: Alice Peterson
Set in the valleys of the Welsh iron country, this turbulent, unforgettable novel begins the saga of the Mortymer family. A family of hard men and beautiful women, all forced into a bitter struggle with their harsh environment, as they slave and starve for the cruel English ironmasters.But adversity could never still the free spirit of Wales, or quiet its soaring voice, and the Mortymers fight and sing and make love even as the iron foundries ravish their homeland and cripple their people.The Mortymer s struggle has become emblematic of a nation s history and struggle, it is a unique story of the people of Wales. Autorid: Alexander Cordell
AMAZON EDITOR'S MONTHLY PICK FOR THRILLERS BARNES AND NOBLE BEST PAPERBACKS PICK A LOVE READING BOTM When Cyra Griffins younger sister is murdered by a serial killer, Cyra knows better than to expect justice from the hands of the police department. With the investigation already dying its own slow death, Cyra follows the blood trail and finds her own way forward. Using insider information (dont ask), Cyra infiltrates a support group for serial killers by pretending to be one herself in the hopes of finding the person who ended her sisters life. Proving herself to them comes at a cost, but its one Cyra is willing to pay in the name of revenge. But the dangerous men in the group arent the only obstacle in Cyras path for vengeance, and the further Cyra descends into the deadly world of serial killers, the harder it becomes to hold on to her own humanity. Autorid: Saratoga Schaefer
Retired police detective inspector Thomas Maitland has rented a house in Cornwall; he's going to paint his way to recovery from the experiences of the spring. A local woman with an intriguingly expensive collection of modern art wants to put on a show of his work. But Maitland's next door neighbour, also his landlord, is unsettling, and when he finds his benefactor dead at the bottom of her garden, Thomas Maitland feels death casting its net over him again. Autorid: E.M. Scott
'This elegant, eerie mystery brings a shudder to the spine' Daily Mail When a group of old college friends reunites for a summer vacation at a beach house in coastal Massachusetts, a sudden disappearance and the arrival of a seductive stranger threaten to unearth the darkest secrets of their relationships. 'A masterful psychological thriller...Its a devilish twist on the traditional locked-room mystery' Publishers Weekly Starred Review 'A delicious, brooding heart-stopper of a book' Tea Obreht, author of The Tiger's Wife As they hurtle into midlife, Jim and his closest college friends get together to rekindle the bonds of their friendship in his familys beautiful, generations-old vacation home along Buzzards Bay. But what begins as a restorative seaside escape takes a darker turn when Bruce, an aloof but successful writer, disappears from the house without a trace. Meanwhile, a series of mysterious break-ins besets the town, which is the site of an old Spiritualist campground turned idyllic fishing village. After a series of uncanny disturbances at the house, Jim cant help but feel that someone or something is watching them. And with the arrival of a strange, seductive guest at their home, the group begins to question the very nature of their experiences along with their already precarious ties with one other. In The House on Buzzards Bay, Dwyer Murphy returns with a chilling, atmospheric page-turner that explores the bonds of friendship, the growing accumulation of life's responsibilities, and whether our youthful dreams can endure the complexities of adulthood. Autorid: Dwyer Murphy
The Chilterns are at their best in May and The Old Forge Cafe is flourishing, which makes Charlie think about furniture that lives up to the standards her menu sets. Which is what persuades her to take on a job for a wealthy local businessman who suspects his daughter has fallen for a man who is not only a gold-digger but also a murderer. To Charlie's surprise, she knows him he's the Maitre d' at the Michelin-starred restaurant at the other end of the village. Does his charm conceal a killer? Autorid: Alex Coombs
Rowan Midwinter has sworn off magic, and for good reason. A spell gone wrong back in high school left her with nothing but missing memories and regret, so shes not exactly thrilled when shes guilted into returning to her quaint mountain hometown for the first time in years. But its already Yule and much-needed snow still hasnt fallen, so Rowan reckons she can put up with her family, friends, and former coven if it means saving the towns beloved winter festival from the megacorporation threatening to buy it out. But Rowans plans to save the festival and make it through the holiday magic-free go awry when Gavin McCreery, prodigal son of the festivals landlord, insists on helping, and their unwanted chemistry keeps setting off holiday lights literally. As the quest to keep the festival alive grows increasingly complicated, Rowan realises she must reconnect with what she tried to leave behind - her family, coven, and even her memories - to let go of her fear of magic and let her heart lead the way. Autorid: Morgan Lockhart
This is a beautiful guided journal for anyone who shares their life with a cat and wants to celebrate that bond. Filled with questions and reflections that will help you tell your pets story: from the day you met, through your shared adventures, to the quiet, everyday moments that mean the most. Designed spaces to add your pet's paw print and photos. Includes 12 gorgeous hand illustrated drawings of cats. Reflect more deeply on what your relationship means to you and what it has taught you as you begin to create your own, deeply personal tribute to the friendship you share with your precious pet. A treasured gift for yourself or for pet lovers. It's also an ideal way to keep a beloved pet's memory alive so it's a thoughtful gift for anyone who has lost their pet. Our pets are a constant source of companionship, comfort and joy. Theyre part of our family. But unlike other family members, we rarely record their stories. We dont write down the moments that made us laugh or cry, or the way they changed our lives. This journal helps you do that. Its a chance to record, reflect - and to celebrate. Autorid: Garry Jenkins
This is a beautiful guided journal for anyone who shares their life with a dog and wants to celebrate that bond. Filled with questions and reflections that will help you tell your pets story: from the day you met, through your shared adventures, to the quiet, everyday moments that mean the most. Designed spaces to add your pet's paw print and photos. Includes 12 gorgeous hand illustrated drawings of dogs. Reflect more deeply on what your relationship means to you and what it has taught you as you begin to create your own, deeply personal tribute to the friendship you share with your precious pet. A treasured gift for yourself or for pet lovers. It's also an ideal way to keep a beloved pet's memory alive so it's a thoughtful gift for anyone who has lost their pet. Our pets are a constant source of companionship, comfort and joy. Theyre part of our family. But unlike other family members, we rarely record their stories. We dont write down the moments that made us laugh or cry, or the way they changed our lives. This journal helps you do that. Its a chance to record, reflect - and to celebrate. Autorid: Garry Jenkins
'Paul Halter is France's answer to John Dickson Carr' Martin Edwards The ultimate locked-room mystery. In Paul Halter's The Fourth Door, the impossible becomes reality. A haunted room. An unbroken seal. A murder victim whose very identity is an enigma. And then, a second death in a house surrounded by untrodden snow. Both crimes defy reason but master detective Dr. Alan Twist reveals that even the most baffling mysteries have rational explanations. This international bestseller is a masterpiece of intrigue and misdirection, hailed as the French answer to John Dickson Carr and a modern rival to Anthony Horowitz (The Twist of a Knife). Fans of Sophie Hannah's Poirot mysteries and the layered puzzles of Knives Out will relish this thrilling, twist-laden tale. Winner of the Prix du Roman Policier, Halter cements his place as a titan of the locked-room genre. Discover The Fourth Door, alongside Halter's other captivating works like The Lord of Misrule and The Night of the Wolf. Autorid: Paul Halter, Tom Mead
Selected by Cynan Jones. Edited by Elaine Canning. With a foreword by Cynan Jones. Twelve compelling, original stories about friendship, family, fragility and love from the winners of the 2025 Rhys Davies Short Story Award. An unnamed man travels towards Aberystwyth after twenty years, wrestling with his own internal thought processes punctuated by childhood memories; a young woman adopts a fern baby while another befriends a giant African land snail; a group of men and one woman gather at Friday club to hear Eirwyns wolf story; and a class of boys find themselves with their recently engaged teacher in Craig y Ddinas for a climbing expedition. A small unspoilt island is infiltrated by a ketchup-obsessed business man promising tourism income; and unemployed thirty-year-old Bonita challenges her neighbourhoods fixation with lemon trees. These are stories which transport the reader across place and time, illuminating environmental challenges, our relationship with the natural world and the impact of new, unexpected worlds. Stories by: Ralph Bolland; Alan Bryant; Miranda Davies; Jonathan Edwards; Sybilla Harvey; Natalie Ann Holborow; Sian Hughes; Kate Lockwood Jefford; Keza O'Neill; Jonathan Page; and Tess Powell. Reading through this years entries, I was really struck by the trepidation, either deep or overt, that seemed to shadow many of the stories. A shared sense across the entries of writing into an uncertain world. The twelve pieces chosen as finalists deal with this trepidation in different ways, sometimes anarchic, sometimes poignant, brutal, thoughtful. Even with hope and subversive delight. But in each case with ambition in the narrative, and skill in the words themselves. I was looking for memorable stories. For stories that stayed in the mind. And after judging the award, one thing is clear. If there is trepidation, Wales has the writers to tackle it. These are stand-out examples of how impactful a short story can be. Cynan Jones The Rhys Davies Short Story Competition recognises the very best unpublished short stories in English in any style by writers aged 18 or over who were born in Wales, have lived in Wales for two years or more, or are currently living in Wales. Originally established in 1991, Parthian is delighted to publish the 2025 winning stories on behalf of the Rhys Davies Trust and in association with Swansea University's Cultural Institute. Autorid: Elaine Canning
From the bestselling author of Why Don't Penguins Feet Freeze? comes a mind-bending adventure the whole family will enjoy! Packed with amazing trivia, weird world records, and mind-blowing facts, this book is perfect for curious kids, trivia-loving teens, and even grown-ups who cant resist a quirky fact or two. A must read for all curious minds! Discover the fastest, slowest, oldest, and weirdest things on Earthand beyond! Which volcano has been erupting for over 2,000 years? Are spiders faster than Usain Bolt? (you will never look at your house spiders in the same way again)! Wheres the coldest place life can survive? Which creature has the longest neck (and no, its not a giraffe)? What are the smallest known things to exist? Whether youre sharing hilarious facts around the table, keeping the kids entertained and off screens, or wowing your friends with your trivia skills, this book is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for; Gifts for kids (aged 8+) teens, and adults. Families looking to keep eyeballs off screens and brains switched on. Trivia buffs, fact lovers, and anyone who enjoys learning something new. Discover the Worlds Wildest and Wackiest Wonders One Fascinating Fact at a Time! Autorid: Mick O'Hare
Embark on a journey through time, space, and the enduring magic of Doctor Who history. From collecting Dalek toys in 1960s South London to becoming one of Doctor Who's most influential historians, David J Howe's life has been shaped by Britain's beloved time-traveling hero. In this engaging memoir, Howe shares his journey from young fan to professional authority, offering unprecedented insights into Doctor Who's evolution over six decades. He takes readers behind the scenes of landmark moments in Who history, from organizing the first conventions to publishing groundbreaking books about the series. His story interweaves personal milestones with key moments in Doctor Who history, including his work with Jon Pertwee on the actor's autobiography and the development of BBC's merchandise empire. More than just a fan's tale, this is the story of how Doctor Who shaped British popular culture through the eyes of someone who helped guide its legacy, making it essential reading for both devoted Whovians and anyone interested in British television history. Autorid: David J Howe
A handbook, a demystification and an intimate history of the wide literary world. Written with Peter Finch s characteristic good humour, The Literary Business relates through bitingly well-observed vignettes how it is and how it was over the past six decades.This book has something for everyone: writers, academics, critics and other enthusiasts in search of a no-holds-barred personal history; administrators wishing to navigate the obstacle course that is funding writers and writing; fans hunting data on the Poetry wars of the 70s,and fellow litterateurs who will want to check whether they have received a mention in these pages. If you re new to the game and seeking publication, or just someone who enjoys the cut and thrust of the literary world, then this book is for you. Few others in Wales know the business and how we got here like Finch does. And few others will have been capable of reporting back in such an entertaining fashion. Autorid: Peter Finch
Extreme Rock gives a vivid picture of the vibrant trad climbing scene in Great Britain. Published in 1987, Ken Wilson and Bernard Newmans first edition of Extreme Rock achieved legendary status within the climbing community, featuring as it did a huge variety of cutting-edge rock climbing across England, Scotland and Wales. Like its companion volume, Hard Rock, this new edition of Extreme Rock follows the same format: part guidebook, part literary celebration a visual showcase. Compiled by Grant Farquhar and blending new material with many of the original essays and photography, it bridges the intervening decades during which British and world climbing has undergone huge performance, technological, ethical and cultural change. Stretching across the Scottish Highlands and Islands, the Lake District, Northumberland, Yorkshire and the Peak District, into North and South Wales, and down into South-West England, the 150-plus routes on over 70 crags tackle big mountain walls, gritstone outcrops and epic sea cliff adventures. The routes are selected from the E1 to E7 range, with the majority of climbs being drawn from the E2 to E5 grades. Timeless classics include The Naked Ape on Creag an Dubh-loch and Stone on Sròn Uladail; Saxon on Scafell and Equus on Gimmer Crag; Left Wall and Right Wall on Dinas y Gromlech, and Strawberries and Cream at Tremadog; Wellington Crack at Ilkey and Old Friends at Stanage Edge; and Eroica at Pentire Head on the Cornish coast. Alongside many of the original essays, written by a formidable cast of climbers many of whom played leading roles in the giant leap forward in extreme climbing in the twentieth century including Mick Fowler, Dave Cuthbertson, John Allen and Andy Pollitt, this new edition features new routes and pieces by authors including Ferdia Earle, Robbie Phillips, Katy Whittaker, James McHaffie, Emma Alsford, Ian Parnell and more. Their recollections underpin the book with an enthralling blend of gripping blow-by-blow descriptions of eventful ascents, contemporary history and colourful folklore. It is illustrated with original and new photography throughout, and the routes are supported by topos, route information and a historical commentary. Autorid: Grant Farquhar
Once Junipers life was filled with magic. Little things went right and sometimes big ones, like that enchanted night at college when she found herself playing Juliet opposite her secret crush James as Romeo. But then her mother died, and Junipers world has grown cold. After misguidedly selling the rights to her growing podcast, she finds herself back in her hometown, in her old bedroom, with no job in sight. When a mysterious email invites her to audition for a starring role in the audio drama adaptation of The Meadow, the beloved, bestselling vampire romance of her teenage years, its the opportunity of a lifetime. Or it seems to be, until she learns that it all hinges on her co-star, James from college, now on the cusp of breaking through as one of Hollywoods leading actors. He broke her heart ten years ago; can she trust him now? Autorid: Ashley Schumacher
After Polly ends her relationship with the father of her young son, Louis, she is determined to move on. All she wants is to focus on her job, her friends and to be a good mum. No more looking over her shoulder. No more complications Then Polly meets Ben. Ben is guardian to his niece, Emily. They become close, with Polly teaching Ben how to plait Emilys hair and Ben playing football with Louis. Their friendship is unexpected. Polly has never been happier. But just as Polly thinks her life may be turning around, the unthinkable happens. When her new life balances on a knife edge, will she be able to stay strong for one more time? And give herself, as well as her son, a chance at a new life? Autorid: Alice Peterson
'The future of crime fiction is named Hannah Morrissey' Alex Finlay 'A moody, unsettling debut novel' **The Washington Post** Every night police transcriber Hazel Greenlee listens as detectives divulge Black Harbors gruesome crimes. Hazel, an aspiring novelist, believes that writing a book could be her only ticket out of this frozen hellscape. Her life isnt exactly brimming with inspiration, until her neighbor confesses to hiding the corpse of an overdose victim. With an insiders look at the investigation, Hazel becomes spellbound by the lead detective, Nikolai Kole, and the chilling narrative he shares with her. Through his transcription, she learns that the suspicious death is linked to Candy Man, a drug dealer notorious for selling illegal substances to children. When Kole invites her on a covert operation to help take the dealer down, the promise of a story calls to her. As the investigation unfolds, Hazel will learn just how far she'll go for a good story -- even if it means destroying her marriage and luring the killer to her as she plunges deeper into the city she's desperate to claw her way out of. Autorid: Hannah Morrissey
'Simply put, Merle Nygate is one of the best spy novelists writing today.' I.S. Berry 'Sophisticated and pulse-pounding writing' Express 'Powerfully evoked... drawn with insight and sensitivity, bringing a strong sense of authenticity' Financial Times In the aftermath of Hamas's October 7th attack on Israel, Mossad's London station chief Eli Amiram is fighting battles on all fronts. When his ambitious rival plans an assassination on British soil - supposedly authorized by Trump supporters - Eli suspects a deeper conspiracy. Meanwhile, British intelligence asset Petra is hunting for redemption. Tasked with recruiting Wasim Al-Arikhi - whose sister she failed to save from becoming a suicide bomber - Petra's drawn into a deadly game of cat and mouse. Can Wasim be trusted or has she become a target? As Eli and Petra's paths converge, they discover that in the shadow world of international espionage, the greatest threats often come from within. They must confront not just their enemies, but their own moral choices. A sophisticated spy thriller that weaves together tradecraft, betrayal and the human cost of intelligence work. Autorid: Merle Nygate
The history of the island of Ireland is both complex and connected to the wider world: it was the first place in the British and Irish archipelago to be settled by Christian monks, and has suffered Viking invasion, Norman colonization, British decimation, mass migration to the New World, civil war and eventually independence for Éire in the early 20th century. Despite its often troubled past, Ireland is today a dynamic island with a blossoming economy and culture. Arranged chronologically from ancient times to the 21st century, History of Ireland provides a pictorial exploration of a land that is well-known but often little understood. Discover the remains of the countrys many Iron Age hill forts, such as the atmospheric stone fort at Grianán Aileach; explore the first Christian colonies in the monastic settlement at Glendalough in County Wicklow; read of the legend of St Patrick, and stood atop a hillside and banished snakes from Ireland prompting all serpents to slither away into the sea; discover the Book of Kells, an illuminated manuscript of the Celtic Gospel written in the 9th century; learn about the Plantation of Ulster in the 17th century, where English and Scottish settlers established Protestant communities, causing lasting communal strife; understand the Easter Rising and the traumatic war for independence, which led to Irelands current political shape; and experience modern Ireland, a place of prosperity, with thriving cities like Dublin and Belfast alongside beautiful countryside. Autorid: Dominic Connolly
In winter, nature takes on a new, almost mystical guise. Stripped bare, its bones are revealed and its delicate beauty exposed. Colours drain away, fading to sepia brown and inky black, focusing the eye on shape and texture and encouraging us to slow down and appreciate the breathtaking beauty and detail of nature. Experience the tranquil beauty and stillness of the coldest months of the year through incredible images of every continent. The concept of winter in European languages is associated with the season of dormancy. In Persian culture, the winter solstice is called Yalda meaning birth and it has been celebrated for thousands of years. It is referred to as the eve of the birth of Mithra, who symbolised light, goodness and strength on earth. Winter is December, January, February in the Northern Hemisphere and June, July and August in the Southern Hemisphere. With stunning colour photography Winter is a lively display of this icy season in all four corners of the globe. Over 200 colour photographs of stunning scenery and wildlife Includes fascinating glimpses of frozen and hibernating flora and fauna A perfect gift for any fan of wildlife and nature Featuring more than 200 vivid photographs, Winter offers a pictorial exploration of this icy season in all its majesty from the peaks of Antarctica to snow in the Sahara. Autorid: Claudia Martin
Illustrated with detailed artworks of modern military aircraft with exhaustive captions and specifications, Modern Military Aircraft is an extensively researched review of the military aircraft deployed by the worlds air forces organised alphabetically by manufacturer. The book includes 12 gatefold artworks of key aircraft types. Illustrated with detailed artworks of modern military aircraft and their markings with exhaustive captions and specifications, Modern Military Aircraft is an extensively researched review of the military aircraft deployed by the worlds air forces in recent conflicts in the Balkans, the Caucasus, Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria and elsewhere. Organised alphabetically by manufacturer, this book includes every type of aircraft in use in the world today, from the F-22 Raptor through the Dassault Mirage 2000 to the MiG-29 and Su-33. The book includes multirole fighters, ground attack aircraft, high-level bombers, reconnaissance aircraft, carrier aircraft, and unmanned drones. The guide is illustrated with 12 fold-out gatefold artworks as well as profile artworks, three-views, and special cutaway artworks of the more famous aircraft in service, such as the F-15E Strike Eagle, Sukhoi Su-27 and Eurofighter Typhoon. Illustrated with more than 120 artworks, Modern Military Aircraft is an essential reference guide for modellers and enthusiasts with an interest in modern military aircraft. Highly-illustrated guide to modern military aircraft Contains 12 detailed gatefold artworks as well as profile artworks of every major aircraft type Includes specifications, unit structures, and combat data Autorid: Ryan Cunningham
The development of the Froelich tractor in Iowa in 1892 revolutionized farming. Tractors is a photographic guide to the history of these revolutionary machines with detailed captions across the world up to the present day's advanced powerhouses. Tractors provides a vivid pictorial exploration of tractors through the ages, beginning with John Froelichs invention produced locally by the Waterloo Gasoline Traction Engine Company through the first mass-produced models, Henry Fords Fordson and the Massey-Ferguson MF35, up to the latest driverless tractor, the John Deere 8R 410, which allows farmers to plot exact paths using a GPS-configured app. In between the book shows many of the worlds best-known models in action, including the New Holland Agriculture, Fendt, Valtra and Lamborghini. The evolution of the tractor in the late 19th century with the development of the Froelich tractor in Iowa in 1892 revolutionized farming, providing farmers with the means to combine the power of the internal combustion engine with the latest farming methods. Farming was never the same again. In the 1940s, hydraulic systems were developed to make tractors more valuable and comfortable, adjustable seats and headlights were installed, and the modern tractor became a reality. Illustrated with 180 photographs, Tractors is a pictorial celebration of these essential machines through the ages. Includes 180 vivid photographs of tractors from the late 19th century to the present Wide selection ranging from the 1890s Froelich to the latest John Deere 9RX Includes stunning photography and close-up details Autorid: Jonathan Whitlam
With 190 photographs and illustrations, Kimonos reveals the intricacies of this classic Japanese clothing style from the 3rd century to the present. Kimonos reveals the intricacies of Japanese dress from the 18th century to the present. Including garments for women, men and children, the details have been selected both for their exquisite beauty and craftsmanship, and for how much they impart about the wearers identity, be it age, status or taste. A comprehensive introduction, illuminating the main periods and key themes of Japanese fashion history, is followed by thematic chapters that cover all eras of clothing, including hair accessories and necklines to hemlines and shoes. Each garment or illustration is accompanied by text exploring its structure and the fascinating range of decorative techniques employed, including embroidery, weaving, lacquering, stencilling, dyeing and digital technology. The kimono has experienced a number of revivals in previous decades, and is still worn today as fashionable clothing in Japan. Expert text provides a detailed history of kimonos and their development Includes 190 superb illustrations and photographs Accessibly presented for the newcomers to the topic Autorid: Rinko Kimino
Since the 1950s, helicopters have developed to become a key component of armies everywhere, providing attack, transport and reconnaissance capabilities to land and maritime forces throughout the world.From deadly fighting machines like the US Armys AH-64 Apache and the Russian Mil Mi-24 Hind, to efficient, multipurpose utility helicopters such as the Bell 222 and Harbin Z-9, Modern Military Helicopters is an accessible guide to the most important rotary-winged aviation in service today.The book is organised by type: attack, reconnaissance, utility, transport and maritime. Find out about the Bell AH-1Z Viper gunship, armed with enormous firepower, including a three-barrelled 20mm cannon, Hellfire anti-tank missiles and Sidewinder air-to-air missiles; the Kamov Ka-52 Alligator all-weather combat helicopter, capable of destroying ground armour with beyond-visual-range (BVR) missiles; the Bell V-22 Osprey, a tiltrotor aircraft with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) capability; and the massive Russian Mil Mi-26, the worlds largest production helicopter with the ability to carry up to 100 combat troops or two combat vehicles. Illustrated with 100 detailed artworks, *Technical Guide: Modern Military Helicopters *is an essential reference for modellers and aviation enthusiasts. Highly-illustrated guide to main types of helicopter currently deployed Contains 100 artworks of every major type including key variants Includes detailed specifications for each separate type Illustrated with more than 100 helicopter artworks, Technical Guide: Modern Military Helicopters is an essential reference guide for modellers and aerial warfare enthusiasts. Autorid: Bing Chandler
When self-proclaimed failure Kat moves hundreds of miles to renovate her late Dads house, falling in love with the grumpy builder wasnt part of the plan Kat Williams is well and truly in a rut. Shes lost her mojo at work, her estranged dad has passed away, and she royally messed up the eulogy at his funeral after a grumpy, stubborn man stole her parking space and made her late. When her boss suggests she takes a two month sabbatical, Kat moves hundreds of miles to the small Mancunian town of Everly Heath to refurbish her fathers childhood home shes inherited. She thinks it will be a quick fixer-upper; a bit of paint, some new carpet and then she can sell up and return to her life in London, profit in hand. She is determined to make the renovation a success and not let her lingering resentment towards her dad or her ADHD goblin distract her. But Kat arrives in Everly Heath to find her dads house is falling apart and completely uninhabitable. Worse still, the grumpy builder, Liam, who Kats well-meaning extended family have enlisted to manage the reno, is none other than the grouch who stole her parking space on the day of the funeral. Near breaking point, Liam offers Kat an olive branch in a place to stay at his while the worst of the repairs take place. Now living under one roof, sparks fly over faulty wiring and Liam shows Kat a whole new perspective on life. But a shattering secret of Liams threatens to sever any connection theyve built. Will Kat have the courage to stay or are this grumpy-sunshine duo not meant to be after all? Autorid: Maggie Grant
In a small estuary village on the Welsh coast, Catrin is mourning the anniversary of her mother's drowning when a teenage girl disappears on the same mudflats. Terrified of history repeating itself and driven by unresolved grief, Catrin becomes obsessed with finding Emily. Her search dredges up dark revelations from the village's past and present, uncovering secrets about Catrin's own family. Secrets that her parents had never wanted her to discover. Truth Like Water is the lyrical, gripping debut novel from an award-winning writer. Autorid: Carys Shannon
