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By: Rachael South

ISBN: 9780719844539
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Nov 2024
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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By: David Carpenter

ISBN: 9780719814211
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Sep 2014
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Cherry Hill is arguably the world's greatest model engineer, and the word ' models' hardly does justice to what she produces. For the past several decades Cherry has created scaled-down, yet elaborate and working versions of traction engines. Here, the fruits of her career are displayed in all their glory for your inspiration and enjoyment.


(Paperback)

By: Jonathan Arnott

ISBN: 9781847977052
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: May 2014
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Suitable for anyone wanting to improve their performance, from beginners learning the basic skills to more experienced participants working on advanced techniques, this book covers standard chess rules and basic notation as well as how to use each piece effectively; tactics and strategy; and how to plan for success.


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By: Andre K. Baby

ISBN: 9780719813047
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Mar 2014
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Pope Clement XXI is kidnapped, and the Curia, the Swiss Guard and the Italian police are overwhelmed. Thierry Dulac from Interpol is called in, but he too is thwarted at every turn. His investigations hint at secrets held for centuries, revenge and omerta in the arcane, twisting corridors of the Vatican itself.


(Paperback)

By: Kate Flatt

ISBN: 9781785006111
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Jul 2019
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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A practical book exploring the development and essential artistic skills of the choreographer.


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By: Paul D. Gilbert

ISBN: 9780709086871
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Oct 2008
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Having delved into his famous metal box, Dr John Watson now turns his attention to those unchronicled cases that were previously only alluded to. Namely: The Baron Maupertius, The Cutter The Alicia, The Remarkable Disappearance of James Phillimore, The Red Leech, The Aluminium Crutch, and The Abominable Wife.


(Hardback)

By: Martin Watts

ISBN: 9781847970831
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Feb 2009
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Dormobile, a name inescapably linked with camper vans, grew out of a Folkestone coachbuilding company called Martin Walter's. In 1957, the first really affordable camper van, the Dormobile, was introduced. It was a great success, and the pop-up, candy-striped roofs became a common sight at campsites and on beaches all over Britain and abroad.


(Hardback)

By: Brian Laban

ISBN: 9781785001932
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Nov 2016
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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There have been other generations of Jaguar XK since, but the definitive incarnation is the family of 6-cylinder sports cars that stretch from the late 1940s to the mid-1970s, from XK120 to the E-Type. This is the complete story of the whole 6-cylinder XK generation, the circumstances, the people and the events that created it.


(Hardback)

By: Keith Mainland

ISBN: 9781785000010
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Sep 2015
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Produced from 1959 until 2000, the classic Mini is loved by millions of owners, previous owners and enthusiasts. This book explores the diverse range of vehicles that used the Mini shape.


(Hardback)

By: James Smith

ISBN: 9781847979957
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Nov 2015
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Even the most hands-on of classic bike enthusiasts will often shy away from working on their bike's electrical system, believing they have neither the skill nor the knowledge for such work. Starting with basic electrical theory, this book demonstrates a wealth of electrical tips and techniques, providing a progressive and more.


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By: Nigel Clark

ISBN: 9781847978813
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Apr 2015
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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A complete workshop guide to restoring and maintaining your classic British motorcycle. It covers the principles of restoration and maintenance, and therefore applicable across all post-war classic British marques such as BSA, Matchless, Triumph, Norton, AJS and Royal Enfield.


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By: Greg Pullen

ISBN: 9781785006296
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Aug 2019
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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At 10 o'clock on the twenty-eighth of May 1907 the first Isle of Man Tourist Trophy motorcycle road race began.This is a history and celebration of the bikes of those early years of the TT races.


(Hardback)

By: Nigel Barnes

ISBN: 9781785000232
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Nov 2015
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Suitable for all those with a passion for mechanical clocks, this book examines in detail the restoration processes and provide detailed descriptions, and a wealth of photographs and diagrams. It will be of particular interest to both amateurs and professionals alike who wish to work on clock cases and restore them in the correct way.


(Hardback)

By: John Glanville

ISBN: 9781847978950
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Oct 2015
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Provides a comprehensive history of manufacturers, including the principal people involved and covers the various mechanical clock movements that were produced. This book informs readers how they can identify and date almost all of the clocks they are likely to encounter. It will be a key reference for horologists and horoligical students.


(Paperback)

By: John Humphrey

ISBN: 9781847975973
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Aug 2013
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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High magnification photography is immensely exciting and rewarding. Through the close-up lens, everyday objects produce images, and small creatures show amazing detail that usually goes unnoticed. This book offers a guide to each step of the close-up process, and a source of inspirational ideas and subjects for producing high-impact images.


(Hardback)

By: Marcus Bowman

ISBN: 9781847975126
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Aug 2013
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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CNC control of milling machines is now available to even the smallest of workshops. This title takes a practical approach to software and techniques, and explains how you can make full use of your CNC mill to produce ambitious work of a high standard.


(Paperback)

By: Lloyd Readhead

ISBN: 9781785002205
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Oct 2016
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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A resource for both new coaches and also for more experienced teachers. It explains the various disciplines of gymnastics, together with how they fit into the framework of international gymnastic competition. It also discusses various coaching styles and how they might best be applied in different circumstances.


(Hardback)

By: Chris Hambleton

ISBN: 9780719844980
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: May 2025
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Designed to help both the interested amateur and the seasoned collector alike, this book includes: - Where and how to start your collection - Practical advice on how best to use the space available to you - The pitfalls to avoid - How to effectively manage your inventory and get the most out of your treasured bottles - What to do when you realise you have 'too much wine!'


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By: Leigh Ann Gale

ISBN: 9781785009396
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Oct 2021
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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A comprehensive guide to colour theory in the plant kingdom, including the attributes of the artist's colour wheel and colour harmonization.


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By: Milly Withers

ISBN: 9780719844249
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Sep 2024
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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DETAILED RECOMMENDATIONS on pens, nibs, inks and papers to get you started EXPLAINS how to use different compositions, experiment with various lettering sizes and shapes, and discover the power of contrast INCLUDES traditional paper-based designs, as well as calligraphy on unconventional surfaces such as ceramic, glass and fabric


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By: Sandrine Maugy

ISBN: 9780719831492
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: May 2021
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Colours of Nature is the perfect companion for anyone who is puzzled by the seemingly unpredictable behaviour of the paints on their palette, as well as those who would like their watercolour paintings to look fresher and livelier


(Paperback)

By: Martin Bowman

ISBN: 9781840374018
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Oct 2003
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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The Phantom was developed for the US Navy as a long range all-weather fighter and first flew in May 1958. Phantoms have been used in combat in many conflicts throughout its long service history. This text provides a history of this craft.


(Hardback)

By: Sandra Adcock

ISBN: 9781847973771
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Jul 2012
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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Covers the full range of commercial techniques for the florist. This title introduces basic terms and equipment, advises on conditioning and care of fresh materials, and explains the elements and principles of design. It demonstrates classic and contemporary designs with step-by-step instructions and over 600 full-colour photographs.


(Paperback)

By: Gerald A. Wingrove

ISBN: 9781861267504
Readership/Audience: General
Publication Date: Apr 2005
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
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