ramsbury the crowood press (Oltre 4.500 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This omnibus collection of local walks covers the whole of Northumberland and is designed to appeal to those wishing to go on family outings. The book includes 100 route descriptions of circular walks from 3-12 miles. Each walk has a map, points of interest and places to eat and drink en route, plus suggestions for easy car parking. Places covered include Morpeth, Rothbury Forest, Alnwick and Berwick. 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 Border Collie is an extremely versatile breed, faithful enough to be a loyal friend, honest enough to be a hard worker and intelligent enough to be an asset in rescue and other services. This comprehensive, illustrated book gives essential advice on how to become the pack leader by understanding and interpreting the body language of man's best friend. 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 the story of a genius throttled by British government bureaucracy. On 12 April 1937, Whittle became the first person to successfully start and run a turbojet engine, yet his company was nationalised and he was banned from engine production. 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 complete guide to dog care, from the purchase of a puppy and choice of a vet to looking after the older dog. The main bulk of the book comprises an examination of the dog, system by system. The normal structure and function are described, followed by the most common diseases and problems, their symptoms and treatment. There are also chapters on breeding, infectious diseases, behavioural problems, accidents and emergencies. 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 one of a series in which each book consists of an introduction to one country, its geography, wildlife and habitats; a site guide which forms the bulk of the book and directs the wildlife enthusiast to some of the country's best wildlife sites; and a field guide containing illustrations and text to help in identifying common species of wildlife in the region. Focusing on France, this book features 150 sites, accommodation details and more than 200 of the country's commonest birds and mammals. Bob Gibbons' previous books include "Dragonflies of Britain and Europe" and Paul Davies is the co-author of "Wild Orchids of Britain and Europe". 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. Surrey is a walker's paradise, with rolling chalk downland, picturesque villages and dense woodland. This collection of 100 walks of up to 12 miles will help you explore the best of this diverse county. The Crowood Walking Guides give detailed and accurate route descriptions of the 100 walks. Full-colour mapping is included which is sourced from the Ordnance Survey. Details of where to park and where to eat and drink are included and also places of interest to see along the way. 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 Pheasant Cook is a unique collection of recipes which have been gleaned over the years by the two authors, designed to provide the reader with a superb array of ideas on how to make the most of the pheasant and its meat, both for entertaining and for eating with the family at home. Illustrated with delightful drawings, the book is written with the emphasis on simplicity in the preparation of each dish, and will appeal to all cooks, whether experienced or not. 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 without doubt the most comprehensive field guide to the orchids of Britain and Europe. Every one of the 216 species and 30 subspecies are described and illustrated with superb colour photographs. For each species there is a close up photograph of the flower head and a more distant view showing the whole plant. There are also nearly 200 line drawings which highlight particular identification features. The text describes each species, as well as giving detailed information on habitat, flowering season and distribution. There are distribution maps for some of the rarer species. Karl Peter Buttler is one of the foremost orchid experts in Europe. The book has been adapted for the English language by Paul Davies, a well-known natural history writer and photographer, who specializes in orchids and is author of Wild Orchids of Britain & Europe AUTHOR: Karl Peter Buttler is one of the foremost orchid experts in Europe. 562 colour plates. 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.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. This informative book takes the novice from choosing his first rifle to hunting techniques. In his highly individual style, John Darling explains the methods and techniques that work for him. Chapters cover the air rifle, ammunition, sights, accessories and clothing, shooting and hunting techniques, the law and safety, quarry (including rabbits, squirrels, rats, woodpigeons, doves and crows), and field target shooting. Although appealing mainly to the inexperienced shooter, the competent hunter will find invaluable advice on the maintenance of equipment and field techniques within these pages. 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. This informative book takes the novice from choosing his first rifle to hunting techniques. In his highly individual style, John Darling explains the methods and techniques that work for him. Chapters cover the air rifle, ammunition, sights, accessories and clothing, shooting and hunting techniques, the law and safety, quarry (including rabbits, squirrels, rats, woodpigeons, doves and crows), and field target shooting. Although appealing mainly to the inexperienced shooter, the competent hunter will find invaluable advice on the maintenance of equipment and field techniques within these pages. 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 guide explains the principles of safe stretching which improves fitness, health, posture and sports performance. This book details simple flexibility assessment, outlines sample programmes and provides progressive exercises for all parts of the body and explains PNF techniques. All the exercises are fully illustrated and the muscles and joints used in each stretch are explained. The book should be an aid to those who suffer from tension and back pain. 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. Bob Church, one of fly fishing's best known personalities, and Peter Gathercole, expert angler and photographer, offer a new approach to mastering this exciting popular sport Trout can be found in all types of water - reservoirs, lakes, streams and rivers and for each environment the angler is shown how to change his techniques to cope with prevailing conditions. Step-by-step colour photographs are used to illustrate the major techniques, clearly allowing the reader to refer quickly to any topic of specific interest. Packed with sound advice, Fly Fishing for Trout is the definitive guide to trout fishing for all fly fishermen, novice or expert. 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. Residential property prices have risen dramatically over the years yet there are thousands of dilapidated and unused buildings which can present a much cheaper way of acquiring a home. 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 manual of routing techniques that both introduces the novice to basic router skills and suggests new ways of using the tool for more experienced woodworkers. It also offers advice on buying a router, what materials and cutters to use and essential workshop safety. The book then goes on to explain how the use of jigs and templates greatly broadens the range of work for which the router can be used, and offers some ideas for using the router outside the workshop. 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. Describing 66 projects suitable for birdwatchers of all ages and levels of experience, this book has chapters on a variety of topics which include building a nestbox, recording bird-song, surveying the local bird population, feeding, behaviour, conservation and keeping a logbook. Peter Goodfellow formerly edited "Devon Birdwatching" magazine and is the author of "Birds as Builders" and "Shakespeare's Birds". 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. Written for players of every ability with special consideration being given to the young, the elderly and disabled, and separate chapters on captaincy, coaching and the role of club officials - Flat Green Bowls is a handbook for anyone involved in the game. The choice of equipment and the practical aspects of taking up the sport are discussed and the book teaches the procedure, techniques and tactics for all its variations, from singles to fours, and the short mat game. 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.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. A revised edition of a collection of 100 circular walks in Wiltshire of varying levels of difficulty and lengths between 2 and 12 miles. 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 fascinating book reveals the secrets of fast bowling and explains how it is possible to simultaneously bowl fast, straight and accurately. The Fast Bowler's Bible is a very practical, easily accessible bowling manual that any seam or swing bowler playing at any level can understand. It contains explosive new information being used by the world's best cricketers. Written by one of the world's best fast-bowling coaches. Well illustrated with sixty photographs and thirty-four diagrams and drawings. Explains what part of your body generates pace and why holding onto the ball longer is far more effective. Unravels the mysteries of advanced biomechanics as they apply to bowling. Reveals how to bowl crushingly effective bouncers and yorkers every time. Discusses what to do in practice and what to avoid. Analyses how to train and exercise in order to produce the best results. Illustrates all the correct grips for each delivery so that you get it right every time. Describes how to increase pace effortlessly, how to adopt the correct mental approach, how to deal with pressure, how to apply it to the opposition, and much more. 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: Fine. Home Extensions Planning, managing and completing your extension is a step-by-step guide designed to assist anyone planning a new building project. It is filled with all the important points of 'good building practice' that must be observed during construction works to ensure that the quality of the work is to an acceptable standard. A handy, illustrated reference guide is provided for this purpose. Topics covered include: initial plans and planning applications; finding contractors; buying materials; managing the different stages; completing the work and tying up loose ends. AUTHOR: Laurie Williamson is a freelance estimator with over twenty-five years' experience in the building industry, working particularly with local builders where the home extension market provides the majority of their work. During this period it became clear there was a need for a step-by-step book to guide people through the areas of 'good building practice'. 220 colour and line drawings.

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.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Although figures have been cut in the ground in many parts of the world, it is in England that hill carvings are most accepted as an art form. In this book, the author explores the myths and legends behind each of the figures, considering when they were carved and the possible reasons behind their creation. Above all, he gives each a personal angle with his distinctive paintings. "Hill Figures of England" aims to be an enticement to lead the reader to seeking out, discovering and visiting these small bits of English history. 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 game of rugby. The rules and techniques are explained step-by-step. 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. Arguably one of the most diverse, exciting and accessible of water sports, windsurfing attracts an estimated twenty million participants worldwide. This instructional volume is packed full of information. Illustrated with photographs by John Carter, one of the world's most respected water sports' photographers, it will inspire both the beginner and the expert. 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 omnibus collection of local walks covers the whole of Staffordshire and is designed to appeal to those wishing to go on family outings. The book includes 100 route descriptions of circular walks from 3-12 miles. Each walk has a map, points of interest and places to eat and drink en route, plus suggestions for easy car parking. Places covered include Cannock Chase, the Caldon Valley, Hawksmoor Nature Reserve and the Trent and Mersey Canal. 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 title is the product of years of research into the componants that make for consistent, accurate shotgun marksmanship. The key to the method is the development of a simple, flexible and effective routine that allows the shooter to apply the same sequence of thoughts and actions to every shot. As well as explaining and demonstrating the "Positive Shooting" method, many aspects of good shooting are covered, from gun safety and selection, through to fault diagnosis, shooting psychology, preparation and practice, gun fit and customizing. 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. Sporting clay shooters are constantly striving for consistency. Move, Mount, Shoot describes the maintained lead method, an easily learned technique. which will help both novice and expert alike achieve spectacular results. The book also examines the importance of mental preparation, and includes advice on choosing a gun and equipment. Move, Mount, Shoot is the only comprehensive manual of this winning technique. 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. Backyard Poultry Keeping is aimed at all those interested in small-scale poultry keeping and, despite having only a small amount of space at their disposal, want to raise poultry on a non-commercial basis. 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. Crowood Sports Guides provide sound, practical advice that will help make you a better sportsperson whether you are learning the basic skills, discovering more advanced techniques or reviewing the fundamentals of your game. There is valuable advice on practice, skills, techniques, team spirit, self-control and all aspects of playing bowls and photographs of top players in action. Information boxes contain Key Points and Useful Tips. There are sequence photographs and detailed diagrams in colour and finally, an introduction to rules and equipment. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.