(Paperback)

The Classic Comics series is the authoritative graphic guide to the greatest masterpieces in literary history.

(Paperback)

The Classic Comics series is the authoritative graphic guide to the greatest masterpieces in literary history.

(Hardback)

(Hardback)

Combining exploration, sea faring adventure, and natural history, this splendidly illustrated book tells Darwin's exciting story.

An illustrated look at the development of the railway station during the industrial revolution and beyond. Features detailed cutaway illustrations of some of the most famous railway stations in the world and descriptions of how these surviving stations are used today. Includes glossary and index.

(Paperback)

Explore a medieval monastery and discover what happened within its cloistered walls. This is a full-colour illustrated guide to all aspects of medieval monasteries, their construction, the lives of the monks and nuns who lived in them, and the various monastic orders and the disciplines they followed. This book will bring history alive!

(Paperback)

Take an incredible tour through an African Town, exploring its relevance to the people who built it and the lives that they lead. Stunning cut-away illustrations and a clear, concise writing style help lead the reader through the often complex social and historical context.

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

(Hardback)

Loved and cherished, praised and admired, hated and feared - more than any other domesticated creature, cats provoke extremes of feeling and this Peculiar History title explores why. Featuring chapters on cat origins, cat biology, cats in different cultures, cats as pets, cat characters and more - this book is the perfect gift for any catlover.

(Hardback)

Taking an unbiased view of the myth and mystery surrounding the origins of the yuletide season, this title introduces facts about the holiday season and shatters the myths surrounding some of Christmas' most treasured and well-known facets: When exactly was Jesus born Why is Santa's outfit red and white And more.

(Hardback)

This Very Peculiar History title explores the history of man's best friend and the history of their relationship with our own species. Featuring chapters on dog origins and evolution, dog anatomical oddities, different dog species and breeds, and many, many more - this book is the perfect gift for any doglover.

(Hardback, Illustrated edition)

(, Illustrated edition)

A fast-paced and fascinating account of the childhood of Mary Queen of Scots. Join Mary as she escapes danger in Scotland and begins a new life as a queen in France before tragedy strikes... Illustrations of episodes in Mary's life. Timeline of events. Who's Who of important figures in the story.

(Paperback)

Lets you discover a world of ornate architecture, stories told in glass and unique feats of construction and art. This guide presents the life of a Medieval Cathedral.

(Hardback, Illustrated edition)

(Hardback, Illustrated edition)

(Paperback)

Take an incredible tour through a Samurai Castle.

(, Illustrated edition)

(Paperback)

Take an incredible voyage on the Beagle with Charles Darwin.

(Paperback)

Lets you step inside the Colosseum at Rome around AD80 and discover for yourself the technological wonders, the vicious weapons, the thrills and the dangers of a great Roman arena. This book also helps you find out why this incredible feat of architecture was built, who paid for it and where the money came from.

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

Where did all the water in the oceans come from What causes the tides Why does the ocean look blue Discover the answers to these questions and many more in this fascinating guide to the world's oceans. Includes fact-filled text quirky illustrations and side panels providing more information.

(Paperback, Illustrated edition)

Scientific information is conveyed in a number of short easy-to-understand sections on each page. These books make learning about biology adaptations and habitats simple and fun. Lots of humorous and colourful illustrations.

(Hardback, Illustrated edition)

Features retellings of the following classic stories: Thumbelina, Silly Jack, The Fir Tree, The Emperors New Clothes, The Princess and the Pea, The Red Shoes, The Shadow, The Nightingale.

A humourous guide that explores the hard lives of Victorian servants. It offers glimpses into the strict and sometimes downright bizarre world of the Victorian upper classes.