Products - General Non-fiction

Cornerstones | Birds

Packed with illustrations, photos and fingertip facts, Cornerstones are perfect for inquisitive readers of all ages

Through colourful photographs and illustrations and lively text, these compact sourcebooks provide essential information and useful advice on a wide range of popular subjects, from baking cookies to training a puppy. The cookbooks offer an array of recipes to suit beginner and expert cooks alike.

Dogs

An authoritative guide to 100 dog breeds

Dogs have been part of our lives for many thousands of years. They provide protection and companionship, and work alongside humans in all manner of tasks and activities. Today, millions of people around the world are testimony to the unique relationship between dogs and their owners.

Encyclopedia of Animals | Birds

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.

Essential Gardening Encyclopedias | Flower

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.

Gardeners Handbook | Annuals & Bulbs

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.

Gardening Encyclopedias | The Practical Gardener's Encyclopedia

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.

Horses

A celebration of the beauty of the horse

From its origins some 60 million years ago, the horse has become one of humankind’s most valuable animal companions. The domestication of the wild horse was a pivotal step in the development of human society and economy. This splendidly illustrated book provides detailed information on the origins and characteristics of 100 breeds drawn from around the world. Maps, charts and illustrations are superbly complimented with sumptuous photos that show horses in all their splendour.

Knots

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.

Nature Handbooks | The Practical Sky Watcher's Handbook

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
The Encyclopedia of Animals | A Complete Visual Guide

A complete visual guide to the animal kingdom

This lavishly illustrated visual reference book is an authoritative survey of the intriguing world of animals.

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