The Little Book of Somerset
The Little Book of Somerset

Author: Maurice Fells

Publisher: The History Press

Published: 2018-11-09

Total Pages: 191

ISBN-13: 0750990252

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Did you know? The town of Wincanton is twinned with a place that does not exist. William Gibbs of Tyntesfield House made his fortune by importing bird droppings from Peru. A song by 'Scrumpy and Western' singer Adge Cutler was banned by the BBC for being too raunchy. Nine villages in Somerset are known as the 'Thankful Villages'. From seaside to countryside and villages to towns, Somerset is a county where it's difficult to separate history and mystery. This fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of places, people and trivia reveals all sorts of answers to questions you might have wondered about – and some you didn't. The facts, stats and anecdotes will surprise even those familiar with this beautiful and historic county.

The Little Book of Bristol
The Little Book of Bristol

Author: Maurice Fells

Publisher: The History Press

Published: 2015-07-06

Total Pages: 153

ISBN-13: 0750965436

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A rich, and indeed sometimes bizarre, thread of history weaves its way through the Bristol story. Find out all manner of things, from why a 'Bristol Diamond' would never be found in a jewellery shop to why local by-laws restrict carpet beating to certain hours. Along with a fresh look at city life past and present, these and many more anecdotes will surprise even those Bristolians who thought they really knew their city.

Little Book of Schiaparelli
Little Book of Schiaparelli

Author: Emma Baxter-Wright

Publisher: Welbeck Publishing

Published: 2021-06

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9781787398283

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Little Book of Schiaparelli chronicles the work of one of history's most influential and eccentric couturiers. Endowed with a strikingly imaginative and experimental approach to fashion, Elsa Schiaparelli cultivated a combination of the witty and the surreal, the cutting edge and the elegant, from her garments and jewellery to her collaborations with Salvador Dalí, Jean Cocteau and Alberto Giacometti. Exquisitely illustrated and expertly written, the book follows a biographical chronology detailing her life, career and primary creative themes of her work. Images of Schiaparelli's finished designs, along with close-up details and illustrations of her personal sketches, showcase the brilliance of her innovative oeuvre, and the legacy that lives on in the House of Schiaprelli to this day.

Little Book of Pandemics
Little Book of Pandemics

Author: Peter Moore

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2008-02-12

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 0061374210

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As the world waits once again to see if the latest virus will decimate the population, The Little Black of Pandemics looks at the greatest natural killers of all time. This concise and intelligent look at the most deadly viral and bacterial diseases includes expert opinion on likely future outbreaks, method of contagion, identification of systems, and likelihood of survival. Includes influenza, smallpox, West Nile virus, AIDS, Ebola, SARS, plague, typhus, cholera, tuberculosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, leprosy, meningitis, vCJD, hepatitis, yellow fever, Lassa fever, and many more.

My Little Book of Life Cycles
My Little Book of Life Cycles

Author: Camilla de la Bedoyere

Publisher: QEB Publishing

Published: 2015-03-15

Total Pages: 66

ISBN-13: 160992715X

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How does an acorn grow into a tree? What does a baby sea horse eat? Discover the amazing stages of different life cycles and learn all about your favourite species with this stunning series. From plants and pets to exotic animals, readers will soon learn how different species are born, grow up and reproduce. Each book has amazing photographs, easy-to-understand text and discussion points for further learning.

Children of the Can: Bristol Graffiti & Street Art
Children of the Can: Bristol Graffiti & Street Art

Author: Felix Braun

Publisher:

Published: 2013-11-30

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781906477806

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This is a comprehensive update of the first edition with more that 20 new artists and events and 60 more pages. The format has been changed to A-Z making the book the definitive guide to Bristol graffiti and street art. Includes exclusive images from the show Banksy vs Bristol Museum.

The Little Book of Elements
The Little Book of Elements

Author: Jack Challoner

Publisher: Little Book Of

Published: 2020-09

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9781911610571

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Everything in the universe is made up of the elements - including us. Forged in the Big Bang, the elements and their resulting compounds created the solar system, planet Earth, the air we breathe, the water we rely on and the proteins that would become life. In fact, everything in the known Universe is made up of one of the 118 elements of the periodic table - so we really should know something about them! This little book is the perfect guide, listing all the elements' vital stats, and exploring their astonishing histories and usages in an accessible and easy-to-understand way.

The Little Book of Bath
The Little Book of Bath

Author: Mike Dean

Publisher: The History Press

Published: 2017-03-06

Total Pages: 203

ISBN-13: 0750982004

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BATH is one of the most visited cities in the world, and countless books have told the history of its beautiful buildings and parks. Yet the chances are that this fact-packed compendium will enhance your knowledge further. Find out all manner of things, from which planet was discovered from a back garden to which pub was visited by Charles Dickens. Full of surprises, this great little book is perfect for dipping into as well as reading cover to cover. Here is the Bath few people get to know!

The Little Book of Dinosaurs
The Little Book of Dinosaurs

Author: Rhys Charles

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Published: 2024-10-22

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 0691260133

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A charming, richly illustrated, pocket-size exploration of dinosaurs Packed with surprising facts, this delightful and gorgeously designed book will beguile any dinosaur lover. Expertly written and beautifully illustrated throughout with color photographs and original color artwork, The Little Book of Dinosaurs is an accessible and enjoyable mini-reference. It fits an astonishing amount of information in a small package, covering a wide range of topics—from dinosaur diversity and social behaviors to their extinction and rediscovery. It also includes curious facts and a section on dinosaurs in myths, folklore, and popular culture from around the globe. The result is an irresistible guide to the amazing world of dinosaurs. A beautifully designed pocket-size book with a foil-stamped cloth cover Features some 140 color illustrations and photos Makes a perfect gift