Krisostomus

Find your dream job with this handy and informative reference guide, packed with accessible advice on over 300 positions, including details on entry routes, qualifications, salary expectations and useful contacts. From accountant to zoologist, this new edition of The A-Z of Careers and Jobs is your one-stop shop for insightful guidance on more than 300 different career areas in the UK. This book is a quick and informative way to find out about what jobs and careers are out there, from traditional roles to new opportunities in the digital world. For those looking for their first job after school or university, or for anyone considering a change of career, this book provides reliable and up-to-date advice on a wide range of professions to help you choose the right path for you.The A-Z of Careers and Jobs covers the practical issues you need to understand, such as the extent of job opportunities in each industry, what personal skills are needed, what experience is required, entry qualifications, training, as well as typical earnings and starting salaries. In an ever more competitive and changing job market, information will help maximize your chances of success. This book is designed to help identify what personal strengths fit to what kinds of work, what skills you should highlight on a CV and what you need to know about each job. This handy and informative reference guide is also a valuable resource for careers advisers working in schools, colleges and universities who need to keep track of new developments - such as new roles and routes of entry, professional associations and exams - to offer the very best guidance to today's job hunters. <br><br> Autorid: Kogan Page Editorial <br>

SHORTLISTED FOR THE GUILD OF FOOD WRITERS AWARD 2026 'A series of intelligent and fiery essays' The Sunday Times 'A landmark in British food writing' Jonathan Nunn 'Makes you laugh, think, and get a little angry' iPaper 'I started stitching together my story through a different, universal language: food.' An A-Z of Chinese Food (Recipes Not Included) is not a recipe book, but a deliberate 'anti-glossary' - a delectable edible anthology that serves up Chinese flavour beyond just its taste. Jenny Lau always found herself sitting between cultures, connected to both east and west. Hungry to understand herself, she threw herself into researching the Chinese food of her heritage. The result is An A-Z of Chinese Food - a surprising, unputdownable and deliciously enriching anthology that uses food to explore who we are and how we relate to the world. From A is for Authentic, breaking down our assumptions of who 'owns' what cuisine, to R is for Rice Cooker, a humorous entry from the point of view a hard-working kitchen appliance that has seen a family through its ups and downs, An A-Z of Chinese Food will change the way you think about, see, and eat, food. 'Lau's writing makes you laugh, think, and get a little angry - sometimes all at once. She tackles serious topics such as cultural appropriation, colonisation, racism and fetishisation in Chinese food with a lightness that never undermines their gravity' ANGELA HUI for iPaper 'I feel seen... I feel called out... I feel educated... I feel comforted and satiated. This is the book I needed growing up. Everyone should read this book!' JENNIFER LI, @bookmarkonthewall, book blogger 'A worthwhile and thoughtful corrective to many of the myths and over-simplifications about Chinese food in the West. Lau poses some great questions, which stayed with me long after I'd finished reading' BEE WILSON for The Sunday Times 'Using the universal language of food, Lau rips through an astonishing list of subjects with a uniquely original style. A must-read for lovers of food yes, but also lovers of exciting, daring writing' FOYLES Booksellers 'A groundbreaking rhapsody of a book, that brings something brand new to the canon of diasporic food writing. An A-Z that shines completely new light on Chinese culinary heritage, with an immediacy and spirited reverence that is a joy to read. Jenny Lau is a compelling and expressive storyteller: intricately weaving personal memoir, extensively researched cultural history and satirical humour with commanding eloquence. An instant classic from an essential new voice.' GURDEEP LOYAL, food & travel writer 'An A-Z of Chinese Food is a landmark in British food writing, somewhere between a book, a magazine, and a treatise, but completely its own thing. Jenny has the rare ability to dissect unwieldy matters of identity, race and culture with the lightness of touch that all serious topics need, combatting preconceived notions about Chinese cuisine with immaculate research and subversive humour. This book is a tonic to the mainstream of food writing' JONATHAN NUNN 'A leading light in the British Chinese community' FUCHSIA DUNLOP <br><br> Autorid: Jenny Lau <br>

Explore the West London town of Chiswick in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places. Chiswick grew from a village on a bend of the River Thames to a fashionable retreat from London in the 18th century, then a suburb of London in the 19th century. The Palladian villa Chiswick House, with its landscaped gardens, was created by Lord Burlington in 1720 and artists and writers were drawn to the area, which also later became home to the Royal Horticultural Society and the first Garden Suburb at Bedford Park. Industries later associated with Chiswick included Thorneycroft marine builders and Fuller’s famous brewery. During the Second World War the first V-2 rocket to hit London fell on Staveley Road in Chiswick.In A-Z of Chiswick Andy Bull reveals the history behind Chiswick, its streets and buildings, industries and the people connected with the town. Alongside the famous historical connections, are included some unusual characters, tucked away places and unique events that are less well-known. Readers will discover tales of glamorous residents of Chiswick House and rare plants grown in its glass-houses, the early days of the Arts and Crafts movement, writers, artists and actors among many other fascinating facts in this A-Z tour of Chiswick’s history. It is fully illustrated with photography and will appeal to all those with an interest in this historic West London town. <br><br> Autorid: Andy Bull <br>

Colchester is popularly the oldest recorded city in England, dating from before the Roman invasion. Under the Romans, Camulodunum, as it was known, was a major city. Later, Saxon settlers and the Normans used Roman ruins for their buildings, not least for the Norman castle. During the late Middle Ages Colchester became rich again on the wool trade and by the eighteenth century became known as a garrison town. Today, Colchester is at the heart of a fast-growing area and was awarded city status in 2022. AZ of Colchester reveals the history behind the city, its streets and buildings, industries, and the people connected with it. Alongside the famous historical connections are unusual characters, tucked-away places and unique events that are less well known. Readers will discover tales of scandal, clockmakers, radicals, the Great British Earthquake of 1883 which destroyed many local buildings, and zedonks in Colchester Zoo, among many other fascinating facts in this AZ tour of Colchesters history. Fully illustrated throughout, this book will appeal to all those with an interest in this ancient Essex city. <br><br> Autorid: Julia A. Hickey <br>

Dinosaurs are pretty strange, right? With their weird names and funny looking features. Well, what if you could join two dino trackers (and their dino dog) on an adventure full of the strangest, weirdest, funniest-looking dinosaur ever? Its a book thats 50% dino doodles, 50% prehistoric poems and 100% COMPLETELY MADE UP! <br><br> Autorid: Chris White <br>

Explore the historic city of Cork in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places. Cork is often described as Ireland’s southern capital. The city’s history goes back to a monastic then Viking settlement in the early mediaeval period to become Ireland’s second largest city. During the War of Independence in the early twentieth century the city was often at the forefront of fighting, the city center being burnt down by British forces, and was again the focus of fighting during the ensuing Irish Civil War. The city has always been open to the world, as an Atlantic port, and today the city is a vibrant cultural, industrial and economic center for southwest Ireland, where the past is in evidence while the city looks forward. Corkonians draw on rich heritage through the city’s history, from sports, maritime traditions, commerce and education to festivals, literature, art, music and the rich Cork accent. A-Z of Cork reveals the history behind Cork, its streets and buildings, businesses and the people connected with the city. Alongside the famous historical connections, are unusual characters, tucked away places and unique events that are less well-known. It is fully illustrated with photography and will appeal to all those with an interest in this historic city. <br><br> Autorid: Kieran McCarthy <br>

This A-Z guide is an essential resource to support those teaching in HE today to enhance their practice. &lsquo;A must-read for teachers in HE'The second edition of this well-received book provides friendly and informative support for staff as they develop their teaching to fit the rapidly changing landscape of higher education.&nbsp;The text addresses common issues faced by teachers in HE and includes case studies and practical, imaginative suggestions across all disciplines. The book also takes a critical approach to exploring topical themes, and highlights important and recent theory in the field.&nbsp;This new edition includes an increased focus on&nbsp;teaching and learning online, new content on&nbsp;decolonising the curriculum&nbsp;and many more updates throughout.&nbsp;Sylvia Ashton is an independent education consultant.&nbsp; Rachel Stone is a&nbsp;Senior Lecturer at Sheffield Hallam University and&nbsp;teaches on the Postgraduate Diploma in Academic Practice. <br><br> Autorid: Sylvia Ashton, Rachel Stone <br>

Crochet is a quick and easy craft and can be addictive! This latest title in the A-Z series will have you create beautiful pieces in no time. Dont know where to start? If you have never held a crochet hook before, the simple instructions and easy-to-follow photographs at the beginning of the book will have you working like an expert in no time. Learn about bobbles and clusters, loop stitches, picots and popcorns, shells and spikes. An expert, but you want to expand your repertoire? Discover broomstick crochet, entrelac crochet, filet and hairpin crochet, Irish crochet, surface and tubular crochet, Tunisian crochet and so much more. We show you how to achieve a perfect finish to your crocheted project and how to add your own special touch with fringes, spirals, edgings and three-dimensional motifs. It's 164 pages of hooking bliss! <br><br> Autorid: Country Bumpkin <br>

From the mysterious 'throbbing' Hurtle Pot, one of the trio of sinister and murky water filled entrances to the subterranean Chapel-le-Dale cave system, to the legends of the saintly Saxon princess strangled with her own plaits, the hidden treasure guarded by a ferocious phantom chicken and the 'Devil's Mustard Mill' to name but a few, this plentifully illustrated, informative, amusing and definitely quirky compendium is bound to delight residents, visitors and the armchair explorer alike. <br><br> Autorid: Summer Strevens <br>

An A to Z of quirky facts and stories about Cork county County Cork is the largest county in Ireland with a heritage that has been written about, celebrated and commemorated over many centuries. This book explores the historical curiosities within the county’s sweeping river valleys, epic mountainous locations and sprawling coastline. There are many sites and stories to encounter, which sweep the reader off to ancient underground worlds to myth-making landscapes and ghostly tales. From apparitions to zoomorphic images, the county possesses a myriad of tales to stop the explorer in their tracks, which all add to County Cork’s strong sense of place. <br><br> Autorid: Kieran McCarthy <br>

This book draws upon the varied history and unique heritage of the County Palatine of Durham, an ancient land of saints and warlords. It is a catalogue of curious tales, odd anecdotes and quirky characters from County Durham’s past. Within its pages the reader will discover stories of hauntings, murders and mysterious deaths, while modern-day enigmas – such as the ancient structure that archaeologists remain at a loss to explain, or the lost treasure found at the bottom of the River Wear – are revisited.Inspired in part by the chronicles and compendiums of County Durham’s nineteenth-century historians and antiquarians, this book is a miscellany – at times tragic, at times comic, but always entertaining. And for those for whom the collective subjects hold a perennial fascination, it is ideal for dipping into, perhaps to learn something new about wonderfully curious County Durham. <br><br> Autorid: Martin Dufferwiel <br>

An alphabetical compendium of Kentish lore and localities, eccentrics and events, crimes and curiosities. Kent is well-known for hops, oysters, the Channel Tunnel and Chatham Dockyard, but sandwiched between these are towns and villages that each have a story to tell.The A-Z of Curious Kent takes you off the beaten track, to a world of daddlums and hufflers, gavelkind and grotters. While kings and queens travelled the highways on their way to and from the continent, the people of Kent quietly defined the new order, defended the nation and left teasing reminders of a past that may never be fully understood. <br><br> Autorid: Susan McGowan <br>

Curious Tales from Lincolnshire is filled with hilarious and surprising examples of folklore, eccentrics, historical and literary events, and popular culture from days gone by, all taken from Lincolnshire's tumultuous history. Curious Tales from Lincolnshire is filled with hilarious and surprising examples of folklore, eccentrics, historical and literary events, and popular culture from days gone by, all taken from Lincolnshire’s tumultuous history. Here the reader will meet forgers, poets, aristocrats, politicians, and some less likely residents of the county, including Spring-Heeled Jack—whose spectral figure reportedly jumped over Newport Arch—and the appearance of an angel in Gainsborough. There has always been much more to Lincolnshire than farm lands and sea-side towns: this is the county that brought us Lord Tennyson (whose brother was treated at an experimental asylum in the area), John Wesley and, in contrast, William Marwood, the notorious hangman; here too were found the Dam Busters, the first tanks and the fishing fleets of Grimsby. All may be found within the pages of this book, bound to delight residents and visitors alike. <br><br> Autorid: Stephen Wade <br>

Intriguing local history snippets on Norfolk Norfolk’s spectacular coastline, quaint villages, historic houses, bustling market towns and meandering rivers all provide the perfect backdrop for some of the most curious tales from across the centuries.Which eccentric cleric’s final words were ‘Did I make the front page?’ Which annual race’s participants only eat lettuce? Why on earth is there an elephant on one Norfolk village sign? Where is the most accident-prone church in the county? How did a single feather save a monarch? Which of Norfolk’s heroes gives his name to an unlucky sporting score?Enthralling to both residents and visitors alike, The A-Z of Curious Norfolk is a perfect book to dip into – unless, of course, you can’t wait to turn the page and read more! <br><br> Autorid: Sarah E. Doig <br>

Northern Ireland is a fascinating, stunningly beautiful province with a recorded history dating back to the ancient Celts. It may be the smallest country in the UK, but it has three Nobel Prizes for English Literature connected to it as well as many world-class musicians, artists and scientists. It is a land where the craic is mighty, where every tree, every flower, every rock tells a story. The A-Z of Curious Northern Ireland explores the quirks and peculiarities of the country's talented people and the interesting places they call home. Recorded in a reliable, readable, often humorous style, it is a handy reference guide that can be dipped into and enjoyed over and over again. <br><br> Autorid: Doreen McBride <br>

John Shipley takes the reader on a grand tour of the curious and bizarre, the strange and the unusual from Shropshire’s past. Here you will find out where an African Prince is interred; which pub is reputedly haunted by the ghost of John (Mad Jack) Mytton of Halston Hall; and which village lays claim to the oldest cottage in Europe. Along the way you will read about earthquakes and floods, giants and witches, highwaymen and bandits, scandalous residents and inventors. Richly illustrated, The A-Z of Curious Shropshire is great for dipping into, but can equally be enjoyed from cover to cover. <br><br> Autorid: John Shipley <br>

The A-Z of Curious Sussex is guaranteed to enthrall both resident and visitor alike. Wendy Hughes takes the reader on a grand tour of the curious and bizarre, including the Alfriston Star, the hostelry for medieval package tours with its unusual ship’s figurehead; the infamous Blue Gardenia Murder; and Brighton’s Pavilion, built as a seaside retreat for George, Prince of Wales. Read about the antics of ‘Spooky Bill’, a poltergeist at a house in Crawley, and learn the story of how Selsey became the home of the mousetrap. Along the way you’ll meet scandalous residents, inventors, and smugglers. The A-Z of Curious Sussex is guaranteed to enthrall both resident and visitor alike. <br><br> Autorid: Wendy Hughes <br>

Wales' history is packed with peculiar customs and curious characters. Here you will discover alien landscapes, ancient druids and a Victorian ghost hunter. Find out why revellers would carry a decorated horses skull on a pole door to door at Christmastime, how an eccentric inventor hoped to defeat Hitler with his futuristic ray gun, and why a cursed wall is protected by a global corporation for fear it might destroy a town. From the folklore surrounding the red dragon on the flag, to the evolution of the song Sosban Fach, this compendium of weird and wonderful facts will surprise and delight even the most knowledgeable resident or visitor. <br><br> Autorid: Mark Rees <br>

Devizes, a busy market town in Wiltshire, grew around its Norman castle and has had a long and fascinating history. The castle was destroyed by Parliamentarians after the Civil War and in later centuries Devizes was well known for textile manufacture and brewing as well as its large Corn Exchange. Today many are drawn to the town for its numerous preserved historical buildings, lively cultural scene and the Kennet and Avon Canal with its famous flight of twenty-nine locks on nearby Caen Hill. AZ of Devizes reveals the history behind the area, its streets and buildings, industries, and the people connected with the town. Alongside the famous historical connections are unusual characters, tucked-away places and unique events that are less well known. Readers will discover the splendid Victorian Wadworth Brewery and old Market Place, the writer George Eliots house, the Devizes Pyramid sculpture and many other fascinating facts and places in this AZ tour of the towns history. Fully illustrated throughout, this book will appeal to all those with an interest in this Wiltshire market town. <br><br> Autorid: Michael Burgess <br>

Boasting the highest number of listed buildings in any British high street, the historic market town of Dorchester is an explorers delight. Archaeologists have found more Roman mosaics here than any other Roman town in Britain, and Dorchester also sports one of the best-preserved Iron Age hill forts in Europe, a fully exposed Roman town house, and a converted Roman amphitheatre. Readers can learn about the towns historical sights, its underground tunnels and stories of the famous and the very infamous. Why not visit the Lodging House of the blood-thirsty Judge Jeffreys who held his Bloody Assizes here, or Shire Hall where the Tolpuddle Martyrs were found guilty of making a secret oath in their fight against pitiful wages? Literary figures have also found inspiration from living in or visiting Dorchester, not least Thomas Hardy. The town is also home to a variety of museums ranging from dinosaurs to teddy bears to the unmissable Dorset Museum. For a less busy atmosphere the town has colourful gardens and peaceful river walks. AZ of Dorchester reveals the history behind Dorchester, its streets and buildings, museums and the people connected with the town. Alongside the famous historical connections are unusual characters, tucked-away places and unique events that are less well-known. Fully illustrated throughout, this book will appeal to all those with an interest in this historic Dorset town. <br><br> Autorid: Yvonne Moxley <br>

The classic, complete manual for the beginner through to the advanced embroiderer looking to extend their stitch repertoire. This comprehensive guide to embroidery stitches contains all the embroiderer needs to know to work dozens of stitches, and includes full advice on everything from choosing materials, beginning and ending a thread and using hoops to working as a left-handed embroiderer and learning how to paint threads. Step-by-step photography and clear instructions make the techniques achievable for beginners as well as providing an invaluable reference guide for experienced embroiderers. <br><br> Autorid: Country Bumpkin <br>

This beautifully illustrated full-colour picture book is packed with interesting facts and is perfect for young conservationists and students with a keen interest in the world around us. On this journey through the alphabet, you will encounter some of the world's most beautiful, rare and endangered animals, from the majestic Amur tiger and the curious kakapo, to the misunderstood Tasmanian devil and the shy zebra duiker. Come on an illustrated expedition through the animal kingdom with Tasmanian artist Jennifer Cossins. A 2017 CBCA Honour Book. <br><br> Autorid: Jennifer Cossins <br>

Evesham grew up on a bend on the River Avon around its famous abbey, one of the largest in the country, and although the abbey was destroyed in the 16th century, the town remained one of the most important settlements in Worcestershire. It was also the site of the battle in 1265 which the rebel Simon de Montfort was killed by the royal army. Today it is renowned as a centre for market gardening.A-Z of Evesham reveals the history behind Evesham, its streets and buildings, businesses and the people connected with the town. Alongside the famous historical connections, are unusual characters, tucked away places and unique events that are less well-known. It is fully illustrated with photography and will appeal to all those with an interest in this historic Worcestershire town. Explore the Worcestershire town of Evesham in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places. <br><br> Autorid: Stan Brotherton <br>

Discover twenty-six extraordinary extinct dinosaurs, birds, reptiles and mammals, brought to life through vibrant illustrations and amusing rhymes. Introducing many lesser-known creatures to young readers for the first time, this picture book is a must have for little explorers and budding palaeontologists everywhere. Recommended by both Key Stage 1 and 2 teachers. <br><br> Autorid: Jill Michelle Smith, Jennifer Watson, Jill Michelle Smith, Jennifer Watson <br>

Feelings are easier to manage when children have the words to name them. A-Z of Feelings is an illustrated emotions dictionary that brings together familiar vocabulary with more unusual and ambitious words to stretch emotional literacy beyond the basics. From amazed to zealous, each letter pairs a positive emotional experience with a harder one reflecting the full range of what children actually feel. Every entry is presented with a child-friendly definition and an original illustration by Daniela Frongia, whose work captures children in recognisable everyday moments, making even the most unfamiliar words immediately accessible. Designed to be explored independently by children seeking a word for how they feel, or used by parents and teachers to spark conversations about emotional experience. A thoughtful and lasting addition to any home or classroom. <br><br> Autorid: Laura Partington, Daniela Frongia <br>

Capturing slender stems and fragile flower blossoms, this step-by-step resource updates traditional botanical paintings, adding an elegant, modern flair to flower portraiture. Each of the four project chapters offer insightful case studies, close-up details, and explanations of various styling techniques and finishing methods that give more than 30 flower portraits an organic feel, emphasizing their botanical nature. Arranged in alphabetical order, this comprehensive all-in-one guidebook includes tips for buying the best materials for successful results as well as basic brushstroke and surface techniques?such as wet-into-wet, color blending, lifting out, layering glazes, and dry brushing?that build confidence and motivate aspiring artists. Capturing slender stems and fragile flower blossoms, this step-by-step resource updates traditional botanical paintings, adding an elegant, modern flair to flower portraiture. Each of the four project chapters offer insightful case studies, close-up details, and explanations of various styling techniques and finishing methods that give more than 30 flower portraits an organic feel, emphasizing their botanical nature. Arranged in alphabetical order, this comprehensive all-in-one guidebook includes tips for buying the best materials for successful results as well as basic brushstroke and surface techniques?such as wet-into-wet, color blending, lifting out, layering glazes, and dry brushing?that build confidence and motivate aspiring artists. <br><br> Autorid: Billy Showell <br>

Glam Rock did not exist in splendid isolation. It was influenced by a whole range of music and art pre-1970s, yet its own influences on what came after are huge: From punk rock through to new romantic, new wave and big hair Glam metal. The music was loud and the attire even louder! Richard Taylor takes us on a whistle-stop tour of the weird, wacky and wonderful. With a foreword from Kenny guitarist Yan Stile, everything you wanted to know about Glam Rock as well as some things you didn't! <br><br> Autorid: Richard Taylor <br>

Explore the fascinating history of Glasgow in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to the city's people and places. Glasgow was once the ‘second city of the Empire’, producing ships, locomotives, cars and heavy engineering for the world. It was also a religious centre, with one of Scotland’s earliest churches; a centre for the Virginia tobacco trade; a home of designers and architects, inventors and entrepreneurs, artists and industrialists. It is that variety of talent, and the melting pot of immigrants and other Scots sucked into the city at its peak, that saw the phenomenal growth in wealth and culture which has left the city with a legacy of fine Victorian architecture, and it is its post-war decline that has seen a legacy of remote council estates. Glasgow has risen again, and is today a successful post-industrial city, thanks in no small part to the hugely influential ‘Glasgow’s Miles Better’ campaign of the 1980s. Since then, it has demonstrated an ability to look at the past and preserve the best of the old, while producing some of the most startling modern architecture outside of London.Well-known Glasgow author and historian Michael Meighan takes the reader on a fascinating A–Z tour of the city’s history, exploring its lesser-known nooks and crannies, and along the way relating many a tale of the most interesting people and places. Fully illustrated with photographs from the past and present, the A–Z of Glasgow will appeal to residents and visitors alike. <br><br> Autorid: Michael Meighan <br>

The A-Z of Good Governance is a special source of advice and reflection for every school leader, governor and trustee, organised around the 26 letters of the English alphabet. _____________________________________________________________________ 'What impresses in so many boards is that members turn up very well prepared, having read papers in advance, often annotating them with questions and points for clarification. Naturally some governors are more interested in finance or buildings or human resources, based on their own skills-set. Others are fascinated by academic performance data or extra-curricular provision or the latest initiatives with wellbeing. The skilled chair ensures that the sum of the parts is fully harnessed.' Roy Blatchford <br><br> Autorid: Roy Blatchford <br>

Gosport has been associated with the military for much of its history. Although this presence has been heavily reduced today, a few Royal Navy establishments remain and the town has many reminders of its history as a major naval base on Portsmouth Harbour. The first fortifications were built during the reign of King Charles II and further garrisons, training establishments, hospitals, barracks and other buildings were added in subsequent centuries. Many of the buildings have been converted to other uses and the harbour is now a marina. AZ of Gosport reveals the history behind this Hampshire town, its streets and buildings, businesses, and the people connected within. Alongside the famous historical connections are unusual characters, tucked-away places and unique events that are less well known. Readers will discover tales about the Explosion! Museum, the Gosport Nancy folk song, an enclosed Victorian garden and the scientist who identified a rare genetic disorder, among many other fascinating facts in this AZ tour of Gosports history. Fully illustrated throughout, this book will appeal to all those with an interest in this town on the Hampshire coast. <br><br> Autorid: Richard M. Jones <br>

Harrogate made its name as a spa town, after its waters were discovered in the sixteenth century. Visitors flocked to the town to try the health-giving properties of its waters over the next three centuries, and inns and hotels were built to accommodate them, a Georgian theatre for entertainment, a hospital and the Royal Pump Room. Although the heyday of the spa passed, Harrogate remains a popular town to visit as a conference centre and has been voted the happiest place to live in Britain. In this book local author Malcolm Neesam take the reader on a fascinating AZ tour of the towns history, exploring its streets and other places, to tell the story of its buildings, places and people along the way. Fully illustrated with photographs from the past and present, AZ of Harrogate will appeal to all those with an interest in this town in North Yorkshire. <br><br> Autorid: Malcolm Neesam <br>

From Winston Churchill to Keith Moon, George Best to Ernest Hemingway, Wild Bill Hickok to Sam Peckinpah, Ozzy Osbourne to Errol Flynn, this title scrutinises and salutes these glorious individuals. This quirky and anecdote-driven A-Z compendium celebrates the most outrageous, depraved, tortured and eccentric hellraisers the world has ever seen. An A-Z of Hellraisers is the last word on inebriated misbehaviour, and the miscreant mob in this whopper of a book constitute the most amazing grouping to see print: from Alexander the Great, whose drunken revelries once ended with the destruction of an entire city; to W. C. Fields, who passed critical judgement on a brass band by urinating over them from a hotel balcony; Dylan Thomas, who drove a sports car onto Charlie Chaplin's private tennis court; to Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham, suffocating on his own vomit after consuming forty measures of vodka -- what a night out that was! This hilarious volume makes for an ideal bedside companion or pub reading fodder, as it scrutinises and salutes these glorious individuals, from Winston Churchill to Keith Moon, George Best to Ernest Hemingway, Wild Bill Hickok to Sam Peckinpah, Ozzy Osbourne to Errol Flynn. Just thank God we didn't have to live next door to any of them. <br><br> Autorid: Robert Sellers <br>

Every year thousands of people visit Hitchin to explore its cobbled streets and its many attractions. A walk around the town reveals its two ancient priories, its historic architecture from medieval times through to the Georgian and Victorian period, and warm community culture, with St Marys, the largest parish church in Hertfordshire, at its heart. Thirteen or so blue plaques tell of the towns famous residents through the centuries. In this book you will meet groundbreaking Victorian pharmacist William Ransom and explore the towns unique Physic Garden, pioneering surgeon Joseph Lister, the legendary Leonard Cheshire VC and Sue Ryder, and The Proms own Sir Henry Wood. George Chapman, Hitchins own Shakespeare, appears with his link to John Keats, and Chaucer tells of plague in his Canterbury Tales. You can sing along with Bob Marley and discover a ghostly fish, Buffalo Bills visit to Hitchin and even Clarissa the Carp! Hitchin invites you to its many celebrations, some held during the towns festival when performances from Shakespeare to comedy and concerts are on offer. There are also arts, crafts, walks and talks and wildlife days, choirs, bands and music sessions, together with picnics and fireworks not forgetting North Herts Pride Market and ghostly evening goings-on! Why not take home a fragrant souvenir from Hitchins world-famous Lavender Fields? <br><br> Autorid: Wendy Turner <br>

There is evidence of human settlement at Ilkley in prehistoric and Roman times but the town grew rapidly in the 19th century when it became well known as a fashionable spa town, accessible to visitors by the new railway system. Famous visitors to the hydropathic baths included Charles Darwin and Madame Tussaud and the town’s Victorian legacy is still in evidence in many of its buildings, including its shopping arcade from the period, enhanced by its wide streets and floral displays. The town lies in Wharfedale in Yorkshire, adjacent to Ilkley Moor, subject of the song ‘On Ilkla Moor Baht ’at’. The scenic landscape and roads around Ilkley, including the steep climb to the Cow and Calf Rocks, have became well known internationally through the staging of the Tour de France through Ilkley and the annual Tour de Yorkshire. The town is also home to the oldest literary festival in the North of England.This fascinating A-Z tour of Ilkley, its interesting people, places and historic events, is fully illustrated with photography and will appeal to all those with an interest in this Yorkshire spa town. Explore the Yorkshire town of Ilkley in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places. <br><br> Autorid: Mark Hunnebell <br>

The A-Z of Independent School Leadership is a guide for school leaders organised around the 26 letters of the alphabet. <br><br> Autorid: Guy Holloway <br>

Italian motorcycles have a place in history - and many enthusiast's hearts - out of all proportion to the numbers that been built. If the number of motorcycles built by Italian manufacturers is small, the sheer number of Italian motorcycle factories will surprise readers. A-Z of Italian Motorcycle Manufacturers is the most complete directory of Italian motorcycles available today. In addition to covering the most famous Italian factories, this is a definitive guide to the marques that have had little or no coverage. Some might be familiar, while others are remembered for their racing achievements, and many will never had been heard of by most readers. This new book includes: entries for every marque where it was possible to establish when and where the factories were active; details of the most important motorcycles each manufacturer built, and the marques' greatest achievements; the history of the once great factories and finally, an appendix lists the other, less well-known manufacturers. <br><br> Autorid: Greg Pullen <br>

Jane Austen's richly textured worlds have enchanted readers for centuries and this neatly organised, playful book provides Austen enthusiasts and students alike with a unique insight into the much-loved writer's way with words. Using a lively A-Z structure, Greaney provides fresh angles on familiar Austen themes (D is for dance; M is for matchmaking), casts light on under-examined corners of her imagination (R is for risk; S is for servant), and shows how current social and cultural concerns are re-shaping our understanding of her work (Q is for queer; W is for West Indies). Through this approach, we learn how attention to the tiniest linguistic detail in Austen's work can yield rewarding new perspectives on the achievements of one of our most celebrated authors.Sharply focused on textual detail but broad in scope it broaches questions that, like Austen's work, will intrigue, delight and inspire: Why are children so marginal in her storylines? Who is the best exponent of matchmaking in her fiction? Why are many of her female characters – but none of her heroines – called Jane? Providing a new close-up encounter with one of our most celebrated writers, this book invites a renewed appreciation of the infinite subtlety and endless re-readability of a body of writing in which every word counts. <br><br> Autorid: Michael Greaney <br>

Features over 400 step-by-step photographs, 20 designs, and loads of need-to-know advice on knitting stitches, techniques, and supplies. All you need to know about knitting is here, from beginners basics to advanced techniques. With clear instructions and helpful photographs, this complete resource walks you from first casting on through basic stitches, increasing and decreasing, reading patterns and fixing mistakes. Soon youll be mastering knitting in the round, Aran, Fair Isle, intarsia, lace knitting, and more. Starting with the basics, we teach you about the different types of tools and the wonderful array of yarns that are available today. We give you easy to follow step-by-step instructions for various ways to hold the yarn and needles, cast on and cast off, work basic stitches, increase and decrease, make buttonholes, knit bands, read and adapt patterns, finish off, fix mistakes and care for your knitted garments. And then theres more! Learn about knitting in the round, loop knitting, Shaker knitting, slanted knitting, lace knitting, and much more. Be inspired to embellish your knitting with surface embroidery, Swiss darning, smocking, beads, and sequins. <br><br> Autorid: Country Bumpkin <br>

Explore the fascinating history of Liverpool in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to the city's people and places. The city of Liverpool is famous throughout the world. This once-small fishing village was transformed into a mighty commercial powerhouse, seen by many as the second city of the British Empire. In 1715 Liverpool created the world’s first enclosed, commercial wet dock; eventually there would be docks along 7.5 miles of the River Mersey. It rapidly grew into the greatest port and city in the entire British Empire outside London. Nevertheless, by 1980 Liverpool’s population had reduced by over half; its infrastructure and economy were decaying, and its political leaders were leading the city towards complete collapse. Today, Liverpool has the fastest-growing economy in Britain and has been a European Capital of Culture and is a UNESCO World Heritage City.Well-known local author Ken Pye takes the reader on a fascinating A–Z tour of the city’s history, exploring its lesser-known nooks and crannies, and along the way relating many a tale of the most interesting people and places. Fully illustrated with photographs from the past and present, the A–Z of Liverpool will appeal to residents and visitors alike. <br><br> Autorid: Ken Pye <br>

A is for afternoon tea B is for Big Ben C is for Covent Garden D is for double decker bus . . . Experience an A-Z adventure through London's most famous landmarks! Enjoy the perfect day out in London with this alphabetical journey through one of the world's most exciting capitals and learn all about letters, words and the world beyond home. Packed with iconic landmarks, everyday sights and lively illustrations, it's a playful introduction to the city for curious toddlers and young travellers. <br><br> Autorid: Nicola Edwards, Tess Duffin <br>

Dive into this beautiful ABC of tips to discover the ability to live a long and healthy life In a world filled with daily stressors, living a healthy life and managing a work-life balance can be difficult to achieve. Let's go on a journey with this book, packed with practical tips and mindful exercises to help you along the way.The A-Z of Longevity aims to help you embrace a wholesome lifestyle and learn the art of ageing gracefully. With a helpful tip or activity for every letter of the alphabet, this book provides: - Calming affirmations and wise words to inspire you - Activity ideas on diet, exercise, mindset and lifestyle - A comprehensive guide full of insightful words - Inspiration to live a healthy life Whether you're seeking ways to boost your energy, build your physical health for a longer life, or simply enhance your overall well-being, this little book is the perfect companion. <br><br> Autorid: Anna Barnes <br>

This book compiles and explains the key terms and core concepts related to memory in an easy-to-navigate A-Z format.The quest to understand how memory works and how it fails remains a cornerstone of both Psychology and Neuroscience; however, defining memory is not easy. At a higher level, memory is sometimes seen as a psychological function for the preservation of information, while other definitions focus on remembering. In this innovative book, John P. Aggleton delves into the many definitions and attributes that constitute memory and guides the reader through over 160 entries ranging from Aging to Repression; Dementia to Working Memory. Each entry explores the various psychological and biological elements of memory and includes recommended further reading and cross-referencing.This guide will serve as an overview and introductory resource for students and scholars involved in memory studies and memory research, as well as practitioners working with sufferers of memory disorders. It will also be of great interest to anyone interested in the utterly remarkable memory skills we all possess. This book compiles and explains the key terms and core concepts related to memory in an easy-to-navigate A-Z format. The quest to understand how memory works and how it fails remains a cornerstone of both Psychology and Neuroscience; however, defining memory is not easy. <br><br> Autorid: John P. Aggleton <br>

Appreciate the little things Believe in your personal power Connect with nature Squeeze every drop out of each moment and live life to the full by discovering the art of mindfulness. Learn new ways to connect with yourself and the world around you and reignite a sense of wonder in the everyday with this practical ABC of illustrated tips for mindful living. <br><br> Autorid: Anna Barnes <br>

A new edition of Debrett's Guide to Modern Manners, providing a wealth of light-hearted advice, which embraces traditional manners and protocol, as well as examining the impact of the digital age on behaviour and relationships. As well as navigating timeless social minefields, from writing letters to sending out invitations, find out how to approach online dating, navigate message groups and function as a digital nomad. <br><br> Autorid: Elizabeth Wyse <br>

Exquisitely designed, beautifully written and featuring mouth-watering photography, this gorgeous tome makes the perfect gift for the pasta lover in your life! Guardian columnist and award-winning food writer Rachel Roddy condenses everything she has learned about Italy's favourite food in a practical, easy-to-use and mouth-watering collection of 100 essential pasta and pasta sauce recipes. Along with the recipes are short essays that weave together the history, culture and the everyday life of pasta shapes from the tip to the toe of Italy. There is pasta made with water, and pasta with egg; shapes made by hand and those rolled a by machine; the long and the short; the rolled and the stretched; the twisted and the stuffed; the fresh and the dried. The A-Z of Pasta tells you how to match pasta shapes with sauces, and how to serve them. The recipes range from the familiar - pesto, ragù and carbonara - to the unfamiliar (but thrilling). This is glorious celebration of pasta from one of the best food writers of our time. SHORTLISTED FOR THE ANDRE SIMONS FOOD & DRINK BOOK AWARDS ________________________ 'I love this book. Every story is a little gem - a beautiful hymn to each curl, twist and ribbon of pasta.' Nigel Slater 'Rachel Roddy describing how to boil potatoes would inspire me. There are very, very few who possess such a supremely uncluttered culinary voice as hers, just now' Simon Hopkinson 'Rachel Roddy's writing is as absorbing as any novel' Russell Norman, author of Polpo 'Roddy is a gifted storyteller, and a masterful hand with simple ingredients' Guardian Cook <br><br> Autorid: Rachel Roddy <br>

Peterborough grew up around its cathedral, originally founded as an Anglo-Saxon monastery, but it was only in the 19th century that this city on the edge of the Fens started to grow to its present size as one of the largest cities in the East of England. The arrival of the railways and development of new industries in the early 19th century brought large numbers of people to Peterborough, and the expansion continued with its designation as a New Town in the 1960s which led to a large programme of house building and redevelopment of the city centre.A-Z of Peterborough reveals the history behind Peterborough, its streets and buildings, industries, and the people connected with the city. Alongside the famous historical connections, are unusual characters, tucked away places and unique events that are less well-known. Readers will discover tales of the importance of brick-making, the tragic accident of a Victorian lady balloonist and parachutist, a pioneering eighteenth-century botanist and riots during the First World War among many other fascinating facts in this A-Z tour of Peterborough’s history. It is fully illustrated with photography and will appeal to all those with an interest in this city in the East of England. Explore the city of Peterborough in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places. <br><br> Autorid: June and Vernon Bull <br>

Plymouth is steeped in history, from the prehistoric remains discovered at Cattedown, the Bronze Age trading settlement at Mount Batten and the Roman burial grounds at Stonehouse to the Pilgrim Fathers departure from the Mayflower Steps, the hard-fought battles of the Civil War and the Blitz during the Second World War. In AZ of Plymouth local author Derek Tait takes the reader on a tour through the history of this Devon city. Here are the stories behind its notable streets and buildings, and the dark secrets of its hidden lanes and alleyways. The author highlights aspects of Plymouths colourful maritime heritage and introduces us to some of its famous sons and daughters. With strong associations to Nancy Astor, Sir Francis Drake, William Bligh, Lawrence of Arabia, Admiral Hardy and Charles Darwin, as well as tales of slavers, pirates, suffragettes, mutineers and executions, the city is rich in stories of discoveries, triumphs and disasters, all adding to its compelling history. Fully illustrated throughout, this book will be of interest to visitors, residents and all those with links to this port city. <br><br> Autorid: Derek Tait <br>

A bumper selection of quizzes and trivia from the UK's favourite quiz show - perfect entertainment for the whole family 'Really great book - a broad range of questions, so everyone can join in. Great value' - 'If you're a fan of pointless you'll love it! The quiz questions are exactly like the show' - 'Went down so well at the family quiz night' - Journey from A-Z, playing 26 rounds of Pointless with family and friends and enjoy facts, banter and musings from Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman. Inside you'll find hundreds of questions for all the family from TV's most popular quiz show, Pointless. (You will also find thousands of answers, which is very handy.) Taking you on a journey from A to Z you will learn amazing facts, from Agincourt and Andy Warhol to Zinedine Zidane and Zimbabwe, and everything in between. As an added bonus Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman, also reveal their exclusive A to Z of behind the scenes gossip and Pointless secrets, all written with their trademark wit, alongside exclusive drawings by Moose Allain. Everyone you know will love this book. Except maybe for that couple you met on holiday, and, be honest, you didn't really like them anyway. I mean, she was alright, but what was up with him? <br><br> Autorid: Alexander Armstrong, Richard Osman <br>

Poole is the second largest natural harbour in the world and the largest in Europe, resulting in a trading history which dates back to Roman times. In the Middle Ages, commodities for export, particularly wool, were funnelled into Poole and it became a place where merchants could dock, store their goods and display their wares. The port grew in importance during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries and the boom years of trade with Newfoundland, but suffered from an economic slump throughout most of the nineteenth century and into the 1920s and 30s. However, in the decades after the Second World War, many major national companies were attracted to the town, resulting in 10,000 more homes being built in Poole between 1946 and 1966. A major slum clearance scheme also took place during the same period, as over 1,000 condemned homes were demolished, many in the labyrinth of narrow backstreets and alleyways leading from the Eastern Quay into the Old Town. Poole is still a working port, particularly on the Hamworthy side, where Sunseeker yachts off the production line can be seen adjacent to industrial cargo ships moored nearby and the ferry terminal. On the Poole side, the Fishermens Dock nestles incongruously adjacent to a yachting marina. The Quay and Old Town has preserved many cobbled streets and alleyways containing historic buildings, some dating back to the fourteenth century, once a haunt of Newfoundland merchants, pirates, smugglers and press gangs. This fascinating AZ tour of Poole, its interesting people, places and historic events, is fully illustrated with photography and will appeal to all those with an interest in this Dorset coastal town. <br><br> Autorid: Andrew Jackson <br>

The A-Z of Primary Leadership is a handbook for school leaders organised around the 26 letters of the English alphabet. <br><br> Autorid: Chris Nourse-Grewal <br>