(Hardback)

Cat among the pigeons, big fish in a small pond, a kangaroo court - these idioms have inspired Steve Palins joyous animal paintings in this book, each paired with his short explanation of how the idiom came to be used. Have fun guessing what the idiom depicted is, with the answer on the following page. A perfect gift book.

(Hardback)

A fire-cracker collection of anecdotal essays by academic racing fanatic Peter May who brings to life the events which shaped the Sport of Kings. 100 pivotal days that encapsulate 500 years of horse racing: scandals, heroes, daring jockeys, outstanding horses, unforgettable races. The highs, lows and turning points of this roller-coaster sport.

(Hardback)

Stunning photographs and the all latest expert findings on the endangered but resourceful African Wild Dog.

(Hardback, 2nd Revised edition)

The only history of Ascension Island, one of the strangest places on earth. 800 miles from its nearest neighbour, uninhabited until the British claimed it in 1815, and now of key military and space-watch importance, it is also a marine reserve and a land of giant turtles, tropical forests, bleak mountains of lava and huge seabird colonies.

(Paperback)

Edward Miller has been running a successful B&B enterprise in a peaceful part of the Lake District for over 25 years. Here he tells his story of how it came about and how he learned through trial and error to not only make a decent profit out of it, but to enjoy (nearly) every minute of it.

(Hardback)

An attractive, practical guide to making all your own household cleaning products. Clean your home and your clothes while being kind to yourself and the environment.

(Hardback)

Diary of a working dairy farmer: funny, inspiring and informative.

(Hardback)

In this clear and attractive book are all the essential skills you need to be a competent all-round flyfisher. You will know how to tie reliable and easy knots, to construct the right leaders, learn where the fish are most likely to lie, how to cast to them and which flies to use.

(Hardback)

A bullfight is a dramatic spectacle in which a lone man before a crowd faces potential death and the bull a certain death. This step-by-step illustrated guide explains exactly what is happening, and why, at each stage and with each move, in that 15 minute encounter in the arena.

(Hardback)

(Hardback)

Mutton is a great story with its deep impact on the landscape, history and culture of the UK. Bob Kennard addresses all the issues: whats a wether, mutton as a super-meat, mutton farming round the world, how sheep have shaped the landscape, mutton recipes, braxy ham, salt marsh mutton, butchery tips, lists of mutton breeds, directory of suppliers.

(Hardback, New edition)

(Hardback)

The ups and downs of owning a pet dog, celebrated in this powerful heart-warming photographic poem which pays tribute to the joys of Mans Best Friend.

(Hardback)

Roger Evans, Britains favourite dairy farmer, is back with his popular diary telling is fans about his farm, his dogs, his daily ups and downs and his views on everything from the characters in his local pub to the price of milk.

(Hardback)

Queen Victorias husband Albert encouraged the giving of anniversary presents: a token of love reflecting the years of two people sharing a life together. In paintings and words, this book shows which gift: flower, gemstone or practical item, is appropriate for which anniversary year.

(Hardback, New edition)

A collection of recipes for food from field, woodland, water and hedgerow.

(Paperback)

21 essential knots for everyday use indoors or outdoors. Simple clear diagrams give you the knots you need at home or work, for hobbies and sport.

(Paperback)

A practical, illustrated guide to tying fishing knots.

(Hardback)

Michael Clayton was a journalist on Fleet Street - but the highlight of his career was his editorship in the field of horses, especially hunting horses. Here he talks frankly about the Royal family and their horses, his roving hunting brief, racehorse reporting, and all the key characters of the equine world whom he got to know first-hand.

(Hardback)

This is the only complete history of the most enigmatic of Londons gunmakers, James Woodward & Sons. Renowned for the high quality and finish, three generations of Woodwards ran the business, from the 1840s to its sale to Purdey & Sons in 1948. It is most famous for its Under & Over action which continues to influence gunmakers today.

(Hardback)

Clear step-by-step instructions on how to tie 12 key trout flies for the complete beginner. With each pattern you learn a new technique and each fly in the book also has a QR code linked to a Youtube video of the author, expert Barry Ord Clarke, tying the same fly.

(Hardback)

Catching a giant trevally (or 'GT') on a fly rod is the pinnacle of flats fishing: highly challenging, electrifyingly exciting, and requiring skill and preparation. This is the first comprehensive and practical guide to giant trevally fishing on the fly.

(Hardback)

How to harvest and make your own natural remedies using hedgerow plants and flowers This is a practical guide for the beginner.

(Hardback)

French nymphing, or European nymphing in the US, is the most important new development in fly-fishing for a generation. These new methods, which have already revolutionised the world of competition fly-fishing, are now also proving themselves to be a game-changer for the recreational fisherman. This is the first book to teach the technique.