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Condizione: Very Good. *Price HAS BEEN REDUCED by 10% until Monday, Sept. 28 (weekend SALE item)* 191 pp., softcover, light wear to corners else text clean & binding tight. - If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Hardcover. No DJ. Text unmarked. Light foxing on some pages and on page edge. Covers show light edge wear with rubbing/light soiling. Binding is tight, hinges strong.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day.

Trade paperback. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 160 p. Contains: Illustrations. Audience: General/trade. No previous owner's name. tight pages. No bent corners. only a few pages of highlighting and notes on back inside cover SC 217 Good. Highlighting/underlining.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Pages slightly tanned otherwise Good Plus. NOT A FORMER LIBRARY BOOK.

Condizione: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. .…

Paperback. Condizione: Near Fine. 200 pp. Tightly bound. Spine not compromised. Text is free of markings.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. travel guide. This new series of entertaining, good value pocket guides will enhance everyones visit to our capital. The top attractions; the famous icons that celebrate London; some of Londons most famous sons and daughters; and the rich and remarkable story of this fascinating city are all covered in the first four guides in this new series. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Soft Cover. Condizione: Very Good. 2nd Impression. Trade Paperback.

Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. The London Natural History Society from 1968-72 mapped the summer distribution throughout the London area (2 x 2 kilometres) of as many as 120 species of birds. Results of the survey with notes on each species describing known changes are given. 288 pages, former owner's small name stamp on title page. ; 7 5/8 x 10 " Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket.…

Trade Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Very Good paperback with sunning to spine and adjacent areas on wraps, and tiny scuff marks in bottom corner of rear wrap.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Organized alphabetically, this is a guide to the different techniques used in white work embroidery. Drawn and pulled thread work are covered, as well as Ayrshire, broderie anglaise, cut work, hollie point, reticella, shadow work and many others. The text provides instructions for working techniques, and the history of each type of embroidery is also given, together with information on identification. In the entry on fibres Dawson discusses the characteristics of the various materials used in white work, and gives advice on presentation and conservation. She refers to the surviving articles from the past which collectors might expect to find, but also looks to the future considering the possible directions a contemporary embroiderer might take. The author has also written "The Technique of Metal Thread Embroidery". The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. This beautiful little giftbook features 50 British birds and animals painted by Hannah Dale in her uniquely quirky, characterful style. From the red deer to the harvest mouse, from the sparrow to the barn owl, the nation's favourite creatures are delightfully brought to life by this award-winning artist. Smaller pictures include their tracks and feathers, to help you identify when they've been near. There's also an insightful and entertaining text accompanying each portrait. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. A fascinating and nostalgic collection of over 40 wholesome recipes from the Second World War At a time of shortages and rationing, the British were challenged with providing nutritious meals daily for the family. This pocket-sized compendium of recipes is illustrated with contemporary propaganda notices, photographs and advertisements. Dishes such as Scotch Broth, Dumplings, Savoury Onions, Corned Beef Rissoles and Coconut Orange Pudding recall the ingenuity and camaraderie of those wartime days. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Pitkin presents the fascinating and engaging story of everyday life in and around castles from 1066 to the 1400s. Alongside the Church, the stone castle was one of the enduring symbols of medieval life. To the poor, its intimidating walls represented the preordained social order. To many, the castle represented business, and the heights of ambition. And to the rich it represented fun and frivolity in the form of feasting, chivalry and games. The guide uncovers the complexities of life in and around such settlements: the family, the workers, the food, the wars and the entertainment. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel, particularly the other books in the 'Life in' series: Medieval England, Tudor England, Stuart England, Georgian England and Victorian Britain. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

paperback. Condizione: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The art of embroidery on sheer and transparent fabrics provides an opportunity for creativity and experimentation, in terms of both materials and design. This book allows the reader to make the most of the wide range of gauze and soluble fabrics available today and of increasingly sophisticated sewing machine capabilities. The author explains the basics of embroidering on sheer and transparent fabrics, incorporating hand and machine techniques. Starting with basic floral and landscape designs and moving on to more detailed projects, beginners are encouraged to build up their skills gradually and gain expertise with confidence. Layering fabrics, shadow work and shadow quilting are covered in detail, with the emphasis on geometric and linear designs. Sections on applique and reverse applique then provide a helpful stepping stone to tonal effects; these are supplemented by further chapters on pleating, folding and weaving. Machine techniques such as pulled effects, using special needles and learning how to sew on soluble fabrics will expand the embroiderer's repertoire before she moves on to the projects for panels, lampshades and clothes. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. See below for alternative language editions When the Romans arrived in this green valley nearly two thousand years ago they were captivated by the miraculous stream of endless hot water. The restored bath and temples complex and the splendid Abbey attract thousands of visitors to the city each year. Using this guide to explore today's Bath, visitors can once more experience the benefits of a dip in the natural mineral water and enjoy a lot more besides - stylish shops and restaurants, interesting galleries and museums, and the feel of a lively city with its historic past informing an exciting present. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel, including other titles in our popular City Guides series. . The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Charles Rennie Mackintosh was an innovator. He is undoubtedly one of Scotlands most celebrated architects. His astounding buildings creatively reinterpreted the past and opened the way for the Modern Movement. Architecture was his first love, though he was also a highly accomplished artist and designer of interiors, furniture, metalwork, glass and textiles. In addition his graphic design work, using nature and organic plant forms, made him an early exponent of Symbolism and Art Nouveau. In the later years of his life he produced watercolour paintings of intense power and subtlety. His extraordinary work is still regarded today as innovative and modern, and continues to astonish and delight art lovers everywhere. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Mankind likes to consider itself civilized. Sadly, this civilization is only skin-deep and man's inhumanity to man, both in war and peace, has always been a cause for shame. But how should traitors, criminals and society's enemies be dealt with? This book shows some of the means used to chastise and punish down through the ages. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This beautiful little giftbook features over 50 baby birds and animals painted by Hannah Dale in her uniquely quirky, characterful style. From the fox cub to the fluffy duckling, the nation's favourite baby creatures are delightfully brought to life by this award-winning artist. Each portrait is accompanied by insightful and entertaining text. A wonderful reference and beautiful gift book for all lovers of our wildlife. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This intriguing guide to London locations used in movies covers the whole of the metropolis area by area, so you'll be able to find streets where you live, work or play, whether in Chelsea, Greenwich or Whitechapel. The book reveals the cinematic moments of a range of named streets, pubs, libraries, shops and offices that Londoners know and love. The book includes 'then' and 'now' photographs stills from the films and the same locations photographed recently. A comprehensive index enables you to easily find the streets and areas that you know. The films featured include those famously set in London 'Notting Hill', 'Love Actually', 'Patriot Games', 'Alfie', 'Basic Instinct 2' as well as those that contained seminal scenes set in the capital. Some interesting shots of London mocked up to look like foreign climes, from Amsterdam to Vietnam. The author's painstaking research covers films from the 1940s and 1950s including the great Ealing productions right up to the recent Shaun of the Dead. The book offers delights for both film buffs and London enthusiasts. . The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. International Sensation and Sunday Times Bestseller Millie Marotta is a hugely popular illustrator and her idiosyncratic drawings of the world's wonderful creatures will draw you in. Millie's Animal Kingdom offers a range of beautiful illustration to colour in, personalise and make your own. The artist's intricate style of illustration will get you itching for a pen, whether it's to add to the fine line hatching on the birds, the flowing tendrils of a jellyfish, or the composite of flowers that make up a grizzly bear. The work will inspire you to appreciate the detail of line drawing and its huge potential. You can colour her work or add your own line drawings to make it special to you. Add your own patterns to the lively forest scene, choose your own birds to add to the branches, or make a pattern with your colour choices. Each picture offers scope to improve your artistic skills while giving you a finished picture to show for your endeavours. The images and imaginative scenarios can be completed in colours of your choosing and are guaranteed to get your creative juices flowing. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This is a practical guide to designing and building your ideal doll's house, with the basic design adaptable for any style or period of interest. There are tips on wiring, lighting, decorating and fitting individual mouldings. Detailed plan drawings are complemented by step-by-step sketches showing every stage of construction. The author of this book owns The Dolls House in Covent Garden. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. 96 pages. Illustrated by 30 photos, 4 color plates (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The new book by the author of the Sunday Times bestseller, Millie Marottas Animal Kingdom. Enter Millies wonderful world of treetop treasures and discover the birds nesting and flying high up in the treetops, and the myriad creatures found among the branches. The enchanting illustrations to colour in range from birds such Major Mitchells cockatoo and rose robins, to the magnolia warbler, silver-eared mesia and whiskered treeswift. As well as the beautiful birds of the world, Millies intricate designs show the more unusual creatures residing in the treetops, such as the Amazonian milk frog, the sugar glider or the tree-kangaroo. Millies inimitable style is treasured by thousands around the world and in this new, exciting book there are all sorts of creatures and fauna waiting to be coloured in, from tiny insects to winged beasts and scaled reptiles to buds and blossoms. The worlds rainforests, woodlands and thickets are teeming with life and this book guarantees hours of relaxation and colouring fun. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Charles Rennie Mackintosh was an innovator. He is undoubtedly one of Scotlands most celebrated architects. His astounding buildings creatively reinterpreted the past and opened the way for the Modern Movement. Architecture was his first love, though he was also a highly accomplished artist and designer of interiors, furniture, metalwork, glass and textiles. In addition his graphic design work, using nature and organic plant forms, made him an early exponent of Symbolism and Art Nouveau. In the later years of his life he produced watercolour paintings of intense power and subtlety. His extraordinary work is still regarded today as innovative and modern, and continues to astonish and delight art lovers everywhere. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. A well researched with stunning photographs guide to Celtic Wales. In the Welsh hills and valleys, something of the Celtic culture and language survives - this is its story. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. A classic account of vegetable growing for home consumption. This is a revised edition which includes the most recent techniques used in growing vegetable outdoors. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…