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Sign Language Companion: A Handbook of British Signs
‘Should be required reading for all beginners … A very useful book’ British Deaf News
‘Great to help further understanding of the language of deaf people’ The Teacher
This new cover edition of Sign Language Companion offers a clear introduction to British Sign Language, featuring over 400 illustrations of common signs. Helpfully formatted in groups of linked ideas, it allows the development of real conversations immediately. British Sign Language (BSL) is Britain’s fourth most popular language, and for the Deaf community it is the most fluent means of communication – and the most direct way for hearing people to interact with the deaf.
Sign Language Companion is for all BSL students, and covers topics including:
– Getting to know you
– Sharing ideas and interests
– Feelings and building relationships
– Food and drinkWith a new preface and updated resources, Sign Language Companion is an essential classic that has stood the test of time – an invaluable reference for all learners of BSL of any age.
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Eve: How The Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution
Women created life, then we erased their story. It’s time for science to tell it.
‘A page-turning whistle-stop tour … Eve recasts the traditional story of evolutionary biology by placing women at its center . . . Engaging, playful, erudite, discursive and rich with detail’ New York Times
‘Such a rare book: scholarly, funny, accessible and very important. A truly original history of humans that explains so much of who we are today’ Chris van Tulleken, bestselling author of Ultra-Processed People
‘Revolutionising our understanding of the human body . . . a book that’s packed full of surprising revelations’ Guardian
How did wet nurses drive civilization?
Are women always the weaker sex?
Is sexism useful for evolution? And are our bodies at war with our babies?A sweeping revision of human history, Eve is an urgent and necessary corrective for a world that has focused primarily on the male body for far too long. It will completely change what you think you know about evolution and why Homo sapiens have become such a successful and dominant species, from tool use to city building to the development of language.
‘An epic combination of science and speculation that places women at the centre of history’ Observer
‘Riveting, jaw-dropping, hilarious, exciting, enraging and deeply, deeply refreshing’ Lucy Jones, author of Matrescence
‘A smart, funny, scientific deep-dive . . . Educates and emboldens’ Bonnie Garmus, bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry
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The Almanac: A Seasonal Guide to 2025
The original and bestselling almanac
Reconnect with the seasons in Britain and Ireland with this month-by-month guide to the world around us – including tide tables, sunrises and moon phases; wildlife and folklore; seasonal recipes and more.
The Almanac: A Seasonal Guide to 2025 gives you the tools and inspiration you need to celebrate, mark and appreciate each month of the year in your own particular way.
Divided into the 12 months, a set of tables each month gives it the feel and weight of a traditional almanac, providing practical information that gives access to the outdoors and the seasons, perfect for expeditions, meteor-spotting nights and beach holidays. And it’s the ideal gift!
You will find yourself referring to The Almanac all year long, revisiting it again and again, and looking forward to the next edition as the year draws to a close.
PRAISE FOR THE ALMANAC:
‘Lia Leendertz’s classic almanac never fails to delight’ – The Herald
‘It’s a perfect Christmas present’ – Allan Jenkins, The Observer
‘The perfect companion to the seasons’ – India Knight
‘Indispensable’ – Sir Bob Geldof
‘This book is your bible’ – The Independent
‘I love this gem of a book’ – Cerys MatthewsRead more
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If You Can’t Beat ‘Em, Eat ‘Em, 24: The Twenty-Fourth Sherman’s Lagoon Collection
This Sherman’s Lagoon collection provides lighthearted entertainment while weaving in ocean facts and larger messages about threats to the ocean and its creatures.Sherman’s Lagoon is a fantasy place situated somewhere in the tropics. It’s inhabited by a motley crew of sea creatures whose marine lives suspiciously mirror our own. Through his comic strip, cartoonist Jim Toomey explores many of the issues that we face daily in our world on dry land. His characters attempt new business ventures, go on disastrous dates, try fad diets, and read the latest bestselling books.
Sherman’s Lagoon appeals to adults and children alike. Children, preteens, and teens enjoy its underwater theme and the sometimes rough-and-tumble world of life in the ocean. Adults enjoy the social commentary that is a common thread in the strip.
There is also an educational aspect to the strip that gives it a unique place in the comics. Toomey explores environmental themes in a light, apolitical way. And he takes his characters on road trips, where they explore different parts of the ocean and meet native animals along the way.
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Perfectly Imperfect Puppy: The ultimate life-changing programme for training a well-behaved, happy dog
THE NEW BOOK FROM GRAEME HALL, THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING DOGFATHER
I’ve been training puppies for years and I am yet to come across one who behaved perfectly at all times. With this book I really wanted to be realistic about the expectations we should have when training a puppy and demystify the process with clear, simple advice, based on science and experience.
In this stress-free guide you will learn how to:
· Choose the right puppy for your lifestyle, including the benefits of a rescue dog
· Introduce them to the family, other pets and children
· Tackle separation anxiety
· Train your puppy, while building understanding and trust
· Socialise them, so they grow into a happy, well-adjusted dog
· Prevent behavioural problems later in lifeI love working with puppies because there is so much potential to make a lasting difference to a dog’s life and to their owner’s. If you can get it right (or right-ish), you are paving the way for a lifetime of reliably good behaviour.
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101 Dog Tricks: Step by Step Activities to Engage, Challenge, and Bond with Your Dog (Dog Tricks and Training)
101 Dog Tricks is the largest trick book on the market and the only one presenting fullcolor photos of each trick and its training steps. The stepbystep approach, difficulty rating, and prerequisites, allow readers to start training immediately. Tips and troubleshooting boxes cover common problems, while “buildon” ideas suggest more complicated tricks which build on each new skill. No special tools (such as clickers) or knowledge of specific training methods are required. Trick training is a great way to bond with your dog and help him integrate into your family. It keeps him mentally and physically challenged and helps to establish paths of communication between you. Many tricks build skills needed for common dog sports, dog dancing, and dog therapy work. It’s every dog lover’s privilege that Kyra and Chalcy took time from their performing schedule to share their secrets in 101 Dog Tricks.Read more
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Earth: Over 4 Billion Years in the Making
‘Combines the natural history of programmes such as David Attenborough’s Planet Earth with the planetary focus of Brian Cox’s Universe’ Guardian
A beautiful, full colour book to accompany the 5 part BBC TV series telling the most important story of all, the deep history of our own planet.
With the trademark dramatic storytelling techniques of The Planets and The Universe, Andrew Cohen and Chris Packham narrate the biography of the Earth, revealing the most epic moments from its history, from the first seconds of its existence to the arrival of its most incredible inhabitants, us.
But humans take a back seat for this story as the Earth takes centre stage. We’ll witness those moments where our planet’s future hung in the balance in the face of massive bombardments from space, extreme changes in climate, the collision of whole continents and more, and we’ll tell the story of how Earth’s most incredible creations – life and intelligence – are set to have the same lasting impact on Earth’s story as any meteorite or earthquake.
This is the epic 4 billion year story of the place we call home.
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Big Book of Tricks for the Best Dog Ever, The: A Step-by-Step Guide to 118 Amazing Tricks and Stunts
A step-by-step guide to more than 100 dog tricks, specially designed for effective training, for pure fun, and even for turning your dog into a YouTube star, from the coauthor of the tremendously successful and much-praised Training the Best Dog Ever and the genius behind “The Stunt Dog Show,” which performs more than 1,000 shows a year.Read more
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The Book of the Dog: Dogs in Art
Featuring all kinds of dogs – big, small, graceful, cute, funny – The Book of the Dog is a cool and quirky collection of dog art and illustration by artists around the world. Interspersed through the illustrations are short texts about the artists and different breeds, paying homage to man’s best friend. Beautifully designed and packaged, the book will appeal to dog lovers of all ages.Read more
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Essential Tropical Fish: Species Guide: 1
Essential Tropical Fish: Species Guide is the essential guide to identifying and selecting tropical fish for your aquarium, providing a resource for both beginner and enthusiast.
Compiled from years of experience selling fish in the local pet store and the fish trade, this book contains profiles for the most commonly available tropical fish, answering questions such as how big the fish gets, ideal water conditions, compatible tank mates, recommended tank sizes, tank setup needs, and dietary requirements for each species.
If you ve ever been in a tropical fish store and unsure what fish to get, what species or what to ask the shop assistant, this book will give you the knowledge you need.
It is our hope that fish keeping will bring you as much fun and enjoyment as it has brought us over the years.
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Game On, Puppy!: The fun, transformative approach to training your puppy from the founders of Absolute Dogs
*THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*
Looking for a comprehensive, fun and effective guide to training your new puppy or dog? Look no further than the puppy training manual from the founders of Absolute Dogs!
Written by Dr Tom Mitchell, world-renowned vet and clinical animal behaviourist, and Lauren Langman, one of the UK’s most successful dog trainers and Crufts winner, Game On, Puppy! leads you through everything you need to know about training your dog using their unique games-based approach, all backed up by the latest science.
Targeting the why behind your dog’s behaviour rather than suppressing the symptoms, Game On, Puppy! covers:
the basics: toilet training, sleep and travel
next level: socialising, recall, walks and being home alone
concept training: games to build alone-time confidence, optimism and reduce reactivityBetween them, Tom and Lauren have helped thousands upon thousands of dog owners overcome their dog-owning struggles and achieve long-term results, so whether you’re a first-time dog owner or a seasoned pro, this positive and playful approach is the ultimate resource to help your dog thrive.
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Cat Shaming 2024 Day-to-Day Calendar
Cats behave badly in all kinds of ways, which are hilariously documented in the pages of this day-to-day calendar. Each page features a photo of a cat who’s gotten into some kind of trouble and is being called out on it in writing. It might be a little easier to laugh at the crimes of other peoples’ cats, though you may be reminded of your own furry little monster’s misdeeds. As an added bonus, the back of each page includes Daily Extra content such as puzzles, jokes, quotations, and trivia.Features include:
- Page size 5.25″ x 4.375″
- Easel backer for desk or tabletop display
- Printed on FSC certified paper with soy-based ink
- Full-color tear-off pages
- Back of pages contain Daily Extra content such as puzzles, jokes, quotations, and trivia
- Day/Date reference on each page
- Combined weekend pages
- Official major world holidays and observances
- Owner-contributed photos and stories of their cat’s shame-worthy behavior
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Passport to Painting: How to paint retro-style travel poster art
Stylish retro travel posters bring to mind summer holidays, happiness and fun. Perennially popular as wall art, their strong designs and clean, flat colours are perfect for hobby artists to emulate.
A complete guide to producing your own travel-poster art, this book includes guidance on composing a strong design, selecting colours to make sure your artwork pops, and adding lettering for a picture-perfect finished poster.
Learn to create key poster elements such as clouds, skies, water and architecture, and discover how to add your own stylized lettering. There are six striking international projects to complete, or you can use your newfound skills to celebrate your own home town or treasured place. This book is packed with examples of Susie West’s inspiring artwork and a short history of travel posters.
Since 2015, Susie West has been working her way around the UK recreating the upbeat, retro charm of travel posters in the modern world. This book shares her techniques and secrets for producing fun, charming artwork. Suitable for beginners, this is a great way into art for those who want to develop their skills, or for experienced artists wanting to try something new.
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Retired Racing Greyhounds For Dummies
“The next best thing to having an experienced Greyhound owner living with you.”
―Joan Belle Isle, President, Greyhound Project“Anyone who reads this book and follows its guidance will have a happier, healthier dog and be a happier, more relaxed dog owner.”
―Hal and Karen Hawley, Greyhound Friends NorthwestThe Greyhound has been celebrated in song and legend for thousands of years. Nowadays, Greyhounds are bred almost exclusively for racing. In the bad old days, prior to the 1980s, dogs that didn’t make the grade at the track, and those past their primes, were destroyed. According to official estimates, 60,000 of these noble, mild-mannered dogs were destroyed each year! Fortunately, a number of organizations now exist devoted to rescuing these unwanted dogs and placing them in good homes.
Thinking about adopting a retired racing Greyhound? Or maybe you’re already sharing your life with one of these charming animals. Either way, this friendly guide tells you everything you need to know to:
- Understand the Greyhound personality
- Find a retired racing Greyhound to adopt
- Choose the right ex-racer for you and your family
- Educate yourself and your retired racer
- Give your new pal the diet and exercise it needs
- Keep your dog healthy and happy for years to come
With plenty of good humor and straight-talk, Lee Livingood drawing on her forty-years of experience training adult rescue dogs to cover all the pros and cons of being a retired racing Greyhound owner, and she fills you in on:
- The amazing 8000-year history of the Greyhound
- Deciding whether an ex-racer is the right do for you and your family
- Physical and behavioral characteristics
- How to get a retired racer used to living in a home and be a companion
- Dealing with common behavioral and health problems
- Feeding, grooming, and exercising a Greyhound
- Fun things to do with your hound
Bursting with expert advice on all aspects of living with an ex-racer, Retired Racing Greyhounds For Dummies is must reading for anyone considering adoption or who’s already taken the leap.
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The Colossal Book of Incredible Facts for Curious Minds: 5,000 staggering facts on science, nature, history, movies, music, the universe and more!
A polish bear in World War II rose to the rank of colonel.Penguins can’t taste fish.
The ashes of the man who invented the Pringles container are buried in one one.
On Neptune it rains diamonds.
‘Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia’ is the fear of long words.
These are just 0.1% of all the facts in this incredible tome! Written by seven authors and covering subjects as diverse as The Universe, Art and Literature, The Natural World and Movies, The Colossal Book of Incredible Facts for Curious Minds is the ultimate trivia book!
Why not amaze family and friends with the reasons pandas do handstands, the sinister source of the term ‘rule of thumb’, or that the patent for the fire hydrant was destroyed… in a fire. Every entry is weird, wonderful, inspiring and quite brilliantly, true!
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How to Pass Higher Business Management: Second Edition (How To Pass – Higher Level)
Exam Board: SQA
Level: Higher
Subject: Business Management
First Teaching: August 2018
First Exam: May 2019Get your best grade with comprehensive course notes and advice from Scotland’s top experts, fully updated for the latest changes to SQA Higher assessment.
How to Pass Higher Business Management Second Edition contains all the advice and support you need to revise successfully for your Higher exam. It combines an overview of the course syllabus with advice from a top expert on how to improve exam performance, so you have the best chance of success.
– Revise confidently with up-to-date guidance tailored to the latest SQA assessment changes
– Refresh your knowledge with comprehensive, tailored subject notes
– Prepare for the exam with top tips and hints on revision techniques
– Get your best grade with advice on how to gain those vital extra marksRead more
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Happy Hormones, Happy You
Hormonal dysfunction is a common problem at the root cause of many health conditions – but you have the power to make your hormones happy! In ‘Happy Hormones, Happy you’, Dr Milli Raizada, shares her expert medical knowledge from over a decade of clinical practice and her personal hormone health journey, bringing the science to life in this candid, accessible, and relevant book. If you suffer with hormonal problems, are approaching your perimenopause or menopause, this book is for you. You’ll get to know and understand your hormones and feel empowered with the tools and insights to change your life and hormone health for the better. It’s time to enjoy the hormone happy life you deserve!Read more
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Raising Naturally Healthy Pets: A Guide to Helping Your Pets Live Longer
Whether you adopt or shop, choosing the right pet for you and your family is a decision that should be made after careful consideration. Once that pet enters your home, what are your next steps?
- How do you raise naturally healthy pets?
- Why should you raise naturally healthy pets?
- Do you know which vaccinations should be given or how often?
- Will your pet need monthly chemical treatments for parasite prevention or is this avoidable?
- How do you choose the best diet for your new addition?
- Is pet insurance a worthwhile investment?
- How do you choose a trainer?
- What natural first aid remedies are available?
- When should I have my pet spayed or neutered?
These questions, and more, are answered by Dr. Judy Morgan, world-renowned holistic veterinarian and pet nutritionist.
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Biological Systems of Animals: Level 3 Technical in Animal Management Study Guide
Fully prepare yourself for your written exam with this detailed study guide
Suitable for the Level 3 Technical Certificate/Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Animal Management, this study guide fully covers all of the learning outcomes for the mandatory unit Biological Systems of Animals.
Written for level 3 students, using clear language and straightforward explanations, this colourful study guide will help you work your way through the units and then prepare for your exam.
- Fully explains anatomical and physiological systems using understandable language.
- Includes clearly-labelled diagrams, so you can understand the structure and function of each system.
- Check your knowledge and understanding with questions at the end of each topic.
- Includes opportunities to practice labelling of diagrams.
- Answers to all questions are available online.
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Fish, Fishing and the Meaning of Life
In Fish, Fishing and the Meaning of Life Jeremy Paxman creates the perfect literary catch for fellow angling enthusiasts in this rich and varied anthology.
‘A superb compilation because it roams from carp to cod, trout to tarpon and does not regurgitate the same old clippings’ Independent on Sunday.
Each chapter is introduced by Paxman’s own sharp, humorous observations and features both contemporary and historical writing about fishing in prose and verse, covering everything from tench tickling to piranha attacks. Some pieces are well known favourites, others are obscure, every one is a delight.
Jeremy Paxman is a journalist, best known for his work presenting Newsnight and University Challenge. His books include Empire, On Royalty, The English and The Political Animal. He lives in Oxfordshire.
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Ireland’s Seashore: A Field Guide
Ireland’s seashores are famous for their spectacular beauty, ranging from exposed rocky headlands that receive the full power of the Atlantic to enclosed sea loughs and sheltered mudflats. Our northern latitude means that some Arctic species find a home here, but the warm currents that flow up from the Gulf of Mexico also make Irish shores habitable for species found in southern Europe, the Canaries and the Mediterranean. Providing habitats like no other, our coasts are teeming with plant and animal life. Whether you visit on a sunny summer day or for a wild walk in winter, there is always something interesting to see, either living on the shore or washed up from the sea. Beginning with clear background information on types of shore, tides, waves, coastal habitats and conservation, this highly accessible guide has everything you need to understand the wildlife on our coastline. A helpful identification guide uses simple questions (e.g. `Does it have a shell?’) to guide you to the correct section (e.g. `Snails, mussels and their relatives’), where you will find an introduction to the species, followed by detailed entries on the most common shoreline inhabitants: Irish and Latin names, size, distribution and memorable nuggets of information (did you know banded wedge shells can leap if disturbed?). Written by qualified marine biologists with a passion for their subject, this is the ideal companion on any seashore ramble, whether you are a beginner or an experienced naturalist.Read more
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The History of the Peloponnesian War (Classics)
‘With icy remorselessness, it puts paid to any notion that the horrors of modern history might be an aberration – for it tells of universal war, of terrorism, revolution and genocide’ Tom Holland
The long life-and-death struggle between Athens and Sparta plunged the ancient Greek world into decades of war. Thucydides was an Athenian and achieved the rank of general in the earlier stages of the war, and in this detailed, first-hand contemporary account he writes as both a soldier and a historian. He applies a passion for accuracy and a contempt for myth and romance in compiling a factual record of a ruinous conflict that would eventually destroy the Athenian empire.
Translated by Rex Warner with an introduction and notes by M. I. Finley
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RHS Desk Diary 2024
The official Royal Horticultural Society week-to-week desk diary contains a beautiful collection of plant illustrations, making this the perfect gift for all gardeners and plant lovers.The Royal Horticultural Society Diary 2024 brings together a selection of rare and beautiful works by artist Priscilla Bury (1799–1872) from the RHS Lindley Collections.
The diary features work from the splendid publication A Selection of Hexandrian Plants alongside some of Bury’s striking creations for The Botanist, showcasing her keen eye for detail.
This beautifully produced diary is illustrated in colour throughout, with a silk ribbon marker and internal storage pocket, so you can organise your week in style.
This desk diary is perfect for use in office, or to add a spot of colour to your home-working set up, the perfect gift for any avid gardener or nature lover!
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Christo and Jeanne-Claude: BA (Basic Art)
The work of the artist couple Christo (1935–2020) and Jeanne-Claude (1935–2009) resists categorization. It is a hybrid of art, urban planning, architecture, and engineering, but above all an aesthetic uniquely their own: surreal and ethereal environmental interventions that have graced monuments, public parks, and centers of power alike. This compact book spans the complete career of the couple who were born on the very same day, met in Paris, fell in love, and became a creative team like no other. With rich illustration, it spans Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s earliest projects in the 1950s right through to The Floating Piers, installed at Lake Iseo, Italy, in 2016. The book celebrates all of the couple’s most famous environmental interventions, such as The Gates in New York’s Central Park and the Wrapped Reichstag in Berlin, while also featuring early drawings and family photos unknown to the wider public.
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The Owl: A Biography (The Bird Biography Series, 5)
‘BEAUTIFULLY, A BOOK ABOUT BIRDS’ The Sunday Times | ‘ENGAGING AND EYE-OPENING’ The Countryman
Uncover the life of owls through this beautiful guide to these secretive and charismatic birds from the bestselling author of The Robin, The Wren, and The Swan.
Owls are among the most mysterious birds in the world. Their hauntingly beautiful calls and mostly nocturnal habits have long captured our collective imagination, inspiring more superstitions, folktales, and myths than any other group of birds. Seven species of owl – the tawny, little, barn, long-eared, short-eared, snowy and eagle owl – can be found in the British Isles (out of sixteen different kinds across Europe). They have lived alongside people for thousands of years, yet we still know so little about their day-to-day lives.
Discover their fascinating lives, from the moment they first hatch, to the way they hunt their prey and how they raise the next generation. Explore the rich folklore they’ve inspired around the world and learn how, with a bit of luck, you can catch a glimpse of them yourself.
With beautiful illustrations throughout, and expert birdwatching tips, this eye-opening biography reveals the hidden secrets of one of the world’s most famous and beloved birds and is the perfect gift for birdwatchers and nature lovers.
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Sea Soul Journal – A Guided Journey: Insights, Rituals and Mindful Practices to Connect with the Healing Power of the Ocean
Calling on the ‘Blue Mind’ benefits of the sea and using mindful practices alongside empowering nature rituals, this guided journal provides a space to calm the mind and to reflect, helping stimulate self-knowledge, create intuitive flow to prompt transformation.
An inspiring and empowering journal for Sea lovers. A compassionate guide to awakening the wisdom of the ocean within and charting a fresh path towards a bright new horizon. Pippa’s words and prose bring the healing power of the ocean to life’s challenges through Ocean stories, journaling prompts, evocative water rituals and simple mindful practices to support your mind, body and soul – all inspired by the ocean.
The journal uses the four stages of the tides: High, Ebbing, Low and Rising as a framework to represent four Ocean themes; Self-Compassion, Letting Go, Moving Forward, and Gratitude & Awe. Within each theme, you will find simple activities for you to follow to help activate your ‘blue mind’.
Use this journal to create insightful moments of ‘blue mind’ peace in your day, and to seek out greater self-compassion, gratitude and awe. Be inspired to dive into your intuition, to release what no longer serves you, and to build the momentum and inner resources you need to move forward towards your dreams each day, wave by wave. You don’t need to be by the water to use this journal: let it bring the ocean to you when you need it most. And let your journey onwards be guided by the sea.
Can be used alongside the Sea Soul Journeys Oracle Cards or on its own.
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We Are ‘Nature’ Defending Itself: Entangling Art, Activism and Autonomous Zones (Vagabonds)
In 2008, as the storms of the financial crash blew, Isabelle Fremeaux and Jay Jordan deserted the metropolis and their academic jobs, traveling across Europe in search of post-capitalist utopias. They wanted their art activism to no longer be uprooted. They arrived at a place French politicians had declared lost to the republic, otherwise know as the zad (the zone to defend): a messy but extraordinary canvas of commoning, illegally occupying 4,000 acres of wetlands where an international airport was planned. In 2018, the 40-year-long struggle snatched an incredible victory, defeating the airport expansion project through a powerful cocktail that merged creation and resistance. Fremeaux and Jordan blend rich eyewitness accounts with theory, inspired by a diverse array of approaches, from neo-animism to revolutionary biology, insurrectionary writings and radical art history. Published in collaboration with the Journal of Aesthetics & Protest.Read more
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A Dictionary of Zoology (Oxford Quick Reference)
With over 6,000 entries, A Dictionary of Zoology is a detailed and authoritative guide to all areas of the field. It offers full taxonomic coverage of arthropods, other invertebrates, fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and mammals. It also includes terms from the areas of ecology, animal behaviour, evolution, earth history, zoogeography, genetics, and physiology.All entries have been fully revised and updated, making this the most up-to-date reference guide of its kind. There are around 400 entries new to this edition covering areas that include taxonomic groups, prefixes, and widely used descriptive terms. These include articles on micronucleus, stoma, platy-, proto-, and terrestrial.
The dictionary is enriched through its useful web links, accessible via the companion website, as well as diagrams and detailed appendices. This fifth edition also includes a new Common Names appendix and three new illustrations.
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Christmas on the Farm: Wintry tales from a life spent working with animals
Wrap up warm and retreat to the wintry countryside with farmer and Countryfile presenter Adam Henson, as he recounts his Christmas memories tending to an assorted cast of animals, and celebrates the farmers who make our celebrations possible.
Adam Henson has spent his whole life on Bemborough farm – over 50 winters and Christmases. During that time, the troughs have frozen over, snow has fallen so thickly riding shire horses out to the fields has been the only option, puppies have been found under the Christmas tree – and crises out in the world have almost brought the farm to a close…
Christmas for a farmer takes a different shape to everyone else’s, because the animals always have to come first. So settle down – ideally by a fireside and with a cup of something hot – to hear the tales that have defined festivity for the Henson family, and the turbulent times that have ensured Christmas is now more important than ever for Adam and his loved ones.
Heart-warming and full of Christmas spirit, Christmas on the Farm will give you a new respect for the people who work on them.
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On Growth and Form (Canto Classics)
Why do living things and physical phenomena take the form they do? D’Arcy Thompson’s classic On Growth and Form looks at the way things grow and the shapes they take. Analysing biological processes in their mathematical and physical aspects, this historic work, first published in 1917, has also become renowned for the sheer poetry of its descriptions. A great scientist sensitive to the fascinations and beauty of the natural world tells of jumping fleas and slipper limpets; of buds and seeds; of bees’ cells and rain drops; of the potter’s thumb and the spider’s web; of a film of soap and a bubble of oil; of a splash of a pebble in a pond.Read more
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RHS Desk Diary 2025
The official Royal Horticultural Society week-to-week desk diary contains a beautiful collection of plant illustrations, making this the perfect gift for all gardeners and plant lovers.The Royal Horticultural Society Diary 2025 brings together a selection of rare and beautiful works by German–Swiss artist Christian Gottlieb Geissler (1729–1814) from the RHS Lindley Collections.
The diary features work by Geissler from the lavish publication Tabulae phytographicae by the Swiss botanist Johannes Gessner (1709–1790). The book became a valuable resource for students and professionals alike, as well as connoisseurs of botanical illustration.
This beautifully produced diary is illustrated in colour throughout, with a silk ribbon marker and internal storage pocket, so you can organise your week in style.
This desk diary is perfect for use in office, or to add a spot of colour to your home-working set up, the perfect gift for any avid gardener or nature lover!
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Barbara Rae: Arctic Sketchbooks (The RA Sketchbooks)
- Barbara Rae’s sketchbooks bring the frozen plains of the Arctic immediately to life
- Replicates the look and feel of the original sketchbooks
These sketchbooks, the work of the acclaimed Scottish artist Barbara Rae CBE RA during her three journeys towards the Northwest Passage in the depths of the Arctic Circle in 2015, 2016 and 2017, record in colourful and assured brush strokes the icebergs, frozen bays and snowdrifts of this often hostile landscape. Polar bears roam and the Northern Lights dance across its pages, accompanied by Rae’s handwritten notes in which she records her experiences and her immediate reactions to this harsh, unforgiving environment.
Each page of the sketchbooks is meticulously reproduced, and the handsomely bound volume sits comfortably in the hand, making it the perfect gift for anyone interested in painting or exploration.
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Kayaking the Sea Roads: Exploring the Scottish Highlands
Kayaking the Sea Roads is a personal journey by sea kayak into the heart of the sea roads that make up our Scottish Highlands and islands. Blending the intensity of the journey with a careful observation of the natural world and first-hand knowledge of the challenges of living and working in this place, the author reminds us that mother nature, vast and resilient, is still out there beyond our mobile phones and urban lives. For those with the eyes to see, its natural rhythms can awaken a deep sense of wonder and give us cause to become part of the environmental recovery so sorely needed. With Ed, we travel low in the water with the restless sea ever present and we camp with him on remote rough shores. We share his feelings of wonder at the natural world, his fear at the exposure to rough seas and we encounter with him not just the myriad animals and birds that share his every day but also the people, their communities and the often gnarly rural issues impacting on human and animal alike. Alongside a deeply felt appreciation of the natural environment is a first-hand insight into the environmental and land-management issues pertinent to the Highland coast. By exploring, for instance, the impact of native versus non-native species, of community land ownership, of tourism, hunting and the varied other uses and indeed non-uses of coastal lands and seas, the readers’ eyes are opened to a Scottish Highlands that is so much more than just a pretty view. At the surface, this is an adventure story, but at its heart, it is a tale about belonging and a deep sense of place; and it is a journey home, home in the end to where the author’s Highland love affair began.Read more
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365 Cats Page-A-Day Calendar 2024: The World’s Favourite Cat Calendar
For cat lovers, there’s no such thing as too many cats. And this is the calendar that proves the point, starring the hundreds of winners of the 2023 Cat Calendar Contest showing off their sweet and adorable antics.
Like a fluffy Maine Coon perched on a snowbank. A tabby studying herself in a mirror. A sassy black cat tickling the ivories with gusto. Plus personable Siamese, distinctively patterned calicos, elegant Abyssinians, and innocent yet mischievous little kittens.
The beautiful full-colour photographs are accompanied by relatable cat quotes, care tips, and surprising cat facts. Did you know that not all cats have the same number of bones? (The number can vary depending on the length of the tail.) Printed on responsibly sourced paper and 100% recyclable.
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365 Dogs Page-A-Day Calendar 2024: The World’s Favourite Dog Calendar
An athletic Golden posing on a snowy mountaintop. A sweet mixed-breed pooch snuggling with the cat of the house. Plus, energetic Border Collies, playful puppies of all stripes, and a stout Dogue de Bordeaux-originally bred to guard the vineyards of France.
These are the lovable and huggable contest winners, celebrated with full-colour photographs and text that highlights everything we love about man’s best friend. Featuring doggy profiles, Funny Bones, quotes, Pawverbs to live by (Those who wander with dogs are never lost), and fascinating facts: Dogs may be able to perceive time of day with their sense of smell. Printed on responsibly sourced paper and 100% recyclable.
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The Happy Border Collie: Raise Your Puppy to a Happy, Well-Mannered dog (The Happy Paw Series)
Stop raising your Border Collie on auto pilot. Help your pup develop into a happy and friendly adult dog.BONUS: Asia Moore’s funny & educational canine Videos on her Amazon author page!
Looking for daily practical tips and advice on how to help your puppy develop into a Happy and Well-behaved dog? Wanting to start off on the right foot and avoid dog-behavior professionals for life? This book has all the answers you need.
What reviewers are saying:
“This book is a must-have brilliant guide. I found everything I needed to know as a first-time owner of a Border Collie. Comprehensive, step-by-step guidance on how to bring up my puppy, kudos to the author.”, J. Taylor – Chicago – US
“What an amazing book, best money ever spent. I really love my 5 year old Collie and always looking for new ways to improve out life together. Loved the fact that this handbook focuses on my dog’s happiness and gave me easy to follow steps to improve his well-being. Highly recommended.”, Ms Mary Milton – Middlesex – UK
“I have many books on Border Collies, but this is the only one that shows specifically how to make your dog happier and problem-free in a proactive way. Followed the tips and techniques described in this handbook and our new puppy seems absolutely content and settled-in after just two weeks. Now I know everything I need to raise my pup properly and make his days happy.”, Francis Jones – Ohio – US
“This is an excellent book for both first-time and experienced owners. As a veterinarian and a Border Collie owner, I found this book to be extremely informative and well-written. You will find all the information you need to raise a healthy, happy and problem-free Collie. I will be recommending it wholeheartedly to my Collie owners customers.”, Helen White – New Jersey – US
Based on thousands of training encounters over 40 years, Asia Moore’s “The Happy Border Collie” is teaching you how to fulfil your Border Collie’s needs, prevent behavior problems and build a loving relationship with your canine friend.
Asia is giving you countless tips and practical advice for preventing behavior issues, rather than correcting them after they surface. She is showing you how to be the Ideal Border Collie guardian and keep your dog happy and well-behaved.
Just a few of the things you will learn:
- Border Collie happiness tips and practical advice
- Welcoming and housebreaking your pup
- Techniques for a well-behaved Border Collie
- Neutering, spraying and vaccinations
- Right diet for puppies and adults and how often
- Healthy and dangerous treats
- Happy exercise requirements
- Border Collie puppy commands, hand signals, tricks, playtime
- Why not to treat your Border Collie puppy as a child
- Ideal living conditions for a happy Border Collie
- Daily routines, care and grooming for a happy puppy
- Proper care for ears, nails, teeth and paws
- Border Collie body language
- How to keep on top of your Border Collie’s good health and which medical conditions you should watch out for
- Socialising with people, other dogs and different environments
- How to prevent puppy behaviour issues and avoid dog behavior experts for life
- Training for a Happy Border Collie
- How to be the Ideal Border Collie Guardian
- Common human mistakes causing behaviour issues & how to avoid them
- How to reverse unwanted behaviors if you slip up
- How to survive the adolescence craziness
Invest the time and effort to study and apply Asia’s happiness techniques now to raise your Border Collie puppy on a solid foundation of happiness and proper behaviour.
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Mental Exercise for Dogs: [2-in-1] A Family-Friendly Guide to Unleash Your Dog’s Potential with Easy Step-by-Step Brain Games. Improve Your Bonds and Enjoy a Happy Life Together.
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✅ Dog IQ Test: Discover your dog’s starting point and set the right goals.
✅ The Healthy Homemade Dog Treats Cookbook: Celebrate their achievements with lovingly prepared goodies!Do you want to bring more happiness to your dog and your relationship? Channel their energy and unlock their full potential with simple activities?
Would you like to see them fulfilled even at home, engaged in fun activities for both of you or self-entertaining when you have limited time?
Then, ‘Mental Exercises for Dogs’ can provide the ultimate and straightforward training to manage their energy and address relationship challenges.
Not all dogs have the same physical and motor activity needs, but they all do need to be loved and positively stimulated. In my work, I have learned to immediately recognize the signs of a lack of proper stimulation, which is never intentional but often happens due to common mistakes, especially among first-time owners or those who have limited time to spend with their dogs.
Behavioral issues such as persistent barking or destructive conducts towards furniture and objects are often due to boredom and pent-up energy. Mental games, as recommended by veterinarians and professional trainers, are a fun and extremely useful way to address these issues and don’t require much experience or time.
This book gives you:
- The key strategies of professional trainers to communicate with your dog like a pro.
- Over 70 easy brain games, including safe and enjoyable games for interacting with children, many indoor options, and solo play.
- A 30-day step-to-step program, based on your starting level (beginner, intermediate, or advanced), to take your dog and your relationship to the next level.
- Many creative and budget-friendly ideas that use readily available materials.
- Tips on getting the whole family involved, so you can truly become a great team!
And much more…
PLEASE NOTE: The games are suitable for dogs of different breeds and ages, including those that are more agitated and restless.
This is not just a list of exercises and activities. Armed with these new tools, you’ll swiftly conquer the challenges that test your patience and your family’s harmony. Even if you have no prior experience in training a dog, limited time to dedicate, or have previously encountered failures, this book offers something suitable for you to start achieving simple milestones together.
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The Perfect Aquarium: The Complete Guide to Setting Up and Maintaining an Aquarium
Everything the first time fish-keeper needs to know to set up a tank. Clear, easy-to-follow instructions help you create and develop your aquarium – whether it’s coldwater, tropical or marine. Charts and tables show how to deal with ailments and diseases, and there’s a guide to the most common fish. There are profiles of over 100 tropical, marine and coldwater fish, as well as plants and invertebrates.Read more
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Loose and Lively Animals in Watercolour, Inks & Mixed Media
Animals are a perennial favourite amongst artists, but many struggle with capturing their form and character in a way that reflects the true spirit of the animal. In this bright, breezy and accessible book, Jo Allsopp’s genuine passion for wildlife is clear. That love is reflected in her art, and her loose, lively and dynamic style is one that many wish to emulate.
Including a broad range of animals from around the world – everything from red squirrels to peacocks, lions and housecats – this book will inspire and instruct beginner artists, appeal to animal-loving hobby artists, and provide new ideas for more advanced artists who wish to loosen up their style and take a more experimental approach to their watercolour painting. It includes:
- A section exploring inspiration and motivation
- Short practical exercises to help you loosen up and try things out
- A close look at Jo’s way of painting, which demystifies the process and includes drawing techniques
- 3 pure watercolour projects and 9 incorporating mixed media
- Fully illustrated projects that are explained step-by-step, showing you how to personalise your pictures.
Jo’s technique is very wet into wet, with lots of blooms, vivid colours, and striking contrasts and texture achieved by the addition of wax resist, salt, spatter and scratching out.
Jo uses an exciting range of art media and techniques in her work. The main medium is watercolour, but to this she adds ink, water-soluble and permanent pens; bleach; isopropyl alcohol; bronzing powders; metallic leaf and acrylic inks. All are explored and explained to show the effects that can be achieved and when and how to use them.
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