Archive for March, 2010

My Life In Football - Bobby Charlton

Wednesday, March 31st, 2010


Combining both his Manchester United and England playing days, this book focuses on the key incidents in Bobby’s football story - the famous and the less well-known - and is illustrated throughout by rare photographs that bring these stories to life. Providing a remarkable visual commentary, this is a fitting celebration of one of the most popular sporting icons of our time.

How To Grow Practically Everything - RHS

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010


Tackle practical ideas for gardens large and small - from planting pots of vegetables on a patio, to making a border for year round colour - by following the expert advice from the RHS. Here, you’ll find all the detailed guidance and quick tips you’ll need - including materials, plants, location and timing - to ensure you get great results every time.

A Year With James Wong - Grow Your Own Drugs

Monday, March 29th, 2010


The lovely James Wong is back, putting his expertise to use once again showing you and your family how to have a fantastically healthy year with over 100 new, natural, cheap and easy remedies. From hormone replacement to nappy rash, leg-waxing to sore throats, these new remedies will help soothe all manner of common conditions and beauty problems.

The Girl On The Wall - One Life’s Rich Tapestry

Sunday, March 28th, 2010

The Girl on the Wall is a truly unique portrait of one woman’s life - told through a beautiful, hand-sewn tapestry. Inspired by the ceilings of Lincolnshire’s Burghley House and by the History degree she had started, Jean was 70 when she began stitching. From memories of the household bath to the Cuban missile crisis, the moon landings and Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon, the tapestry brings the richness of an ‘ordinary’ British woman’s existence to life. It’s a tale quite unlike any told before!

Tagines & Couscous

Saturday, March 27th, 2010

Tagines are the rich and aromatic casseroles that form the basis of traditional Moroccan cooking. In this collection of recipes you will find some of the best-loved classics of the Moroccan kitchen - such as Lamb Tagine with Dates, Almonds and Pistachios, and Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemon, Green Olives and Thyme - together with less traditional but equally delicious recipes for fish and vegetable tagines.

The Art of Happiness in a Troubled World - Dalai Lama

Friday, March 26th, 2010

The Art of Happiness has become the classic guide to the Dalai Lama’s enlightened approach to living. In this inspirational new volume, the unique collaboration between the Dalai Lama and the highly respected scholar Howard Cutler returns with a practical application of Tibetan Buddhist spiritual values to the stressful and demanding world we all live in today. This wise approach to dealing with human problems is both optimistic and realistic, and suited to these challenging times.

My First Little Library Cars

Thursday, March 25th, 2010

 

 

This handy box features six miniature books and a set of stickers to personalise your little library. Ideal for party bags, stocking fillers or simply to indulge a favourite toddler, there’s something here to please all young Disney fans.

Cowboy Baby Book & DVD

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010

 

Sheriff Pa says it’s bedtime. But Cowboy Baby won’t go to bed without his toys. No sirree! So off he goes to find them. But once he’s rounded up his gang, Cowboy Baby decides he isn’t ready to go home. This picture book is accompanied by a charming animated version on DVD.

Would You Believe - 10 books

Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010

These seriously good reference books from Oxford University Press invite children to take a fascinating journey through a number of topics that regularly crop up in our everyday lives. Taking a fresh and innovative look at some popular social and historical topics, the books have been designed to engage children through the use of an informal style of writing and wonderful illustrations and photographs. Offering effective homework support, the lively layout will add interest and humour to these staple school subjects.

The Koala Brothers - 2 Books

Monday, March 22nd, 2010


Preschoolers will adore travelling to the Australian Outback to meet Frank and Buster - the Koala Brothers. Find out how these helpful siblings help Archie the Crocodile and George the Turtle to face their fears. Brand new, these fantastic characters are sure to become a huge hit with your children too!