General Non-fiction

Fingertip information in a pocket-sized format

This series of practical, easy-to-access handbooks will become an invaluable part of every gardener’s library. Each pocket-sized volume contains a wealth of information about the subject in hand, including basic tips and techniques, garden planting and design ideas. A mini-encyclopedia of hundreds of plants – with detailed information about each one – enables gardeners to make the right choice every time. Full-colour photographs and illustrations provide easy recognition of individual plants.

Earth today and across the ages

Understanding the one planet we can live on is vital for our future. Beginning with the history of the universe and ending with today's conservation issues, this is a truly spectacular reference.

• Some of the world's finest landscape photographs
• Topics include volcanology, paleontology, geology, natural history, cosmology, ecology and more
• Simple, easy-to-understand explanations of complex phenomena

All aspects of the world's weather in amazing depth

A comprehensive, up-to-date volume with more than 3000 photographs, maps, diagrams and other images.

• Dynamics of various weather forms
• Extreme weather events
• How weather is measured, mapped, monitored and forecast
• Climate zones, including plant, animal and human adaptations
• History of climate change and what we can expect in the future

Practical books to encourage and inspire every gardener

These easy-to-read, practical books for both the novice and experienced gardener are filled with colourful photographs and helpful illustrations.

Combining practical know-how with inspiring ideas

The Essential Flower Gardening Encyclopedia provides ideas and guidance for planning and planting a flower garden, whatever the size and location. 

The Essential Gardening Encyclopedia is a comprehensive compendium on all aspects of gardening from growing your own herbs, fruits and vegetables to designing a colour-coordinated flower garden.

Practical and evocative guides to the natural world

This spectacular series provides readers with a thorough understanding of topics such as astronomy, birding and weather, and enables them to become keener, better and more informed observers of the world around them. Written in clear, accessible text by acclaimed scientists and specialists, each book contains newly commissioned illustrations and a wealth of images by the world’s foremost photographers.

Comprehensive guides to practical pursuits

Whether you're an enthusiastic birdwatcher, skywatcher or dog owner, these practical handbooks will enhance the experience.

• Identify birds by song and appearance, select the right birding equipment, cultivate a bird-friendly garden
• Read star charts and the night sky, choose skywatching tools, identify constellations
• Select the right dog for you and your family, understand its behaviour, dog-proof your home

Beautifully illustrated guides for a great diversity of interests

• Practical advice
• Up-to-the-minute information

A step-by-step guide to tying the perfect knot 

Divided into sections by knot type, this is a collection of essential knots. Many have broad applications, others are quite specialised, some may be tied simply for decoration and a few can be used to perform seemingly impossible rope tricks.

Complete visual guides to the animal kingdom

Each beautiful book provides a comprehensive account of a particular group of animals. There is an introductory section on evolution, classification, biology, behaviour, habitats and conservation status. This is followed by a species-by-species survey.