These lrish tales all are reprinted from nineteenth-century sources, but they date back to a centuries-old oral tradition of storytelling that had yet to be committed to the printed page. They were passed down through the ages virtually unaltered and feature a wide variety of fantastic beings. This edition has an exquisitely designed bonded-leather binding, with distinctive gilt edging and a silk-ribbon boo...

The bible of American whiskeys, bourbons, and ryes has been updated! Arranged alphabetically by distillery and then brand, this expanded and revised edition offers histories, ratings, and tasting notes for over 300 whiskeys - with more than 100 entirely new entries. Each section includes the contact information of the featured maker, along with its various products. In addition to finding out how to get the...

Seafood lovers - and foodies concerned with sustainability - will welcome this third cookbook from the author of For Cod and Country. Taking an eco-friendly approach, Barton Seaver creates fresh-tasting and casual dishes featuring seafood that hasn't been overfished or caught in a destructive way. More than 150 new, utterly delicious recipes range from 'Chilled Oysters with Grilled Merguez Sausage' to 'Zupp...

Lewis Carroll's novels have entertained readers young and old for more than a century. Their magical worlds, amusing characters, clever dialogue and playfully logical illogic epitomise the whit and whimsy of Carroll's writing. Both stories feature the coloured classic illustrations of John Tenniel.

Here is the volume for anyone who wants to know every aspect of boating custom, from displaying pennants to naming conventions to rules on the right of way.

When the Manhattan came along, it completely changed the drinking landscape. Cocktail historian Philip Greene traces the evolution of this classic from the stories of its origin to its continuing influence. Richly illustrated with vintage artwork and deluxe photos, this definitive story of the iconic cocktail offers 65 recipes from the classic versions to the Manhattan's many descendants - including the alm...

The American Museum of Natural History's Rare Book Collection contains some of the most extraordinary, vivid images from the natural world - and this beautiful gift box is perfect for any nature enthusiast. It features 60 stunning postcards printed with the best selections from the museum's Research library, divided into six categories (each with ten cards). The selections include: Fish, Mollusks and Other ...

On the first day of Christmas, a gift was sent to me: a parrot in a palm tree! Ahoy mateys - Christmas is coming, and even pirates celebrate the holiday! This follow-up to the hugely popular A Pirate's Night Before Christmas (9781402790010) offers a witty reimagining of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" - with a sly buccaneer twist. A brave cabin boy receives marvelously mysterious gifts for each of the 12 day...

"He has big antlers, runs fast on hoofed feet, and likes to eat plants." "Who's that?" Is it a polar bear? A seal? No it's a reindeer! Children will love guessing which arctic animal they'll find beneath the flap, including a walrus, fox, and snowy owl. A final spread features all the creatures included in the book having a polar party."

Perfect for home or office, this is the complete spirit of Christmas in a neat little package. It provides everything needed to create a beautiful and festive 15" tall tree. The Holiday Cheer book included features step-by-step instructions plus delicious cookie recipes and classic Christmas stories. "Enchanted Christmas Tree In-a-Box" provides everything needed to create a beautiful and festive decoration....

It is a dazzling interpretation that has been arranged by animal, making it easy for children to follow. It is aimed at children age 5 to 8 years old. Aesop's wise and witty fables are among the most popular stories ever written and Charles Santore's richly illustrated version is one of the most gorgeous editions ever published. Unavailable for a number of years, this dazzling interpretation features lavish...

Marco Polo was the most famous traveller of his time. His voyages began in 1271 with a visit to China, after which he served the Kubilai Khan on numerous diplomatic missions. On his return to the West he was made a prisoner of war and met Rustichello of Pisa, with whom he collaborated on this book. The accounts of his travels provide a fascinating glimpse of the different societies he encountered. He tells ...

Desperate to escape his abusive father and the constraints of the civilized life, young Huck Finn fakes his death and, with the help of his slave friend Jim, embarks on a vagabond life rafting down the Mississippi River.

It is a story about Case Vecchie, the most notable cooking school in Sicily, the foods it produces & the loyal staff. It includes plus more than 100 traditional Sicilian recipes. It also includes colour photographs to bring the beauty of Case Vecchie to life. Case Vecchie is the most notable cooking school in Sicily, a place where life is lived and food prepared the same way it has been for centuries. A...

Rioja, a breathtaking region of northern Spain, produces some of the best wines. This exceptionally beautiful illustrated volume pays tribute to Riojan winemaking and culture and it is the only wine book endorsed by the Riojan government. Ana Fabiano has travelled the world representing Riojan wines and this work is the fruit of 20 years of research. She delved into Castilian books, conducted interviews wit...

This is the latest beautiful gift set from the popular Natural Histories series. It includes fascinating essays and accounts from legendary explorers and early naturalists. This gorgeously illustrated volume will appeal to every seafaring and natural-science enthusiast. Without our oceans, which cover almost 72 percent of our planet, Earth simply could not exist, or humanity survive. Join author Melanie Sti...

For the first time, "Natural Histories" allows readers a privileged glimpse of seldom seen, fully illustrated scientific tomes from the "American Museum of Natural History's Rare Book Collection" - a collection of over 450,000 volumes. Forty essays from the museum's top experts in a variety of natural science disciplines, from anthropology to zoology, accompany and discuss each rare tome's unique qualities ...

This attractive journal is the perfect accompaniment to our AMNH books, Natural Histories and Extraordinary Birds. It features a stunning print on the cover drawn from the Museum's unique Rare Book Collection, and has lined pages, a decorative ribbon and a pocket folder in the back. It's beautiful, practical and very portable.

Florida is renowned for sun, surf, sand and senior citizens, and is a favourite holiday destination for more than a million Brits each year. But it is also one of the best places to chart your weirdest travel destinations. Charlie Carlson, a tenth-generation Floridian, has travelled the length of Florida looking for the odd and the offbeat, and he found them everywhere, from the Skunk Ape to the Devil's Cha...

This attractive journal is the perfect accompaniment to our AMNH books, Natural Histories and Extraordinary Birds. It features a stunning print on the cover drawn from the Museum's unique Rare Book Collection and has lined pages, a decorative ribbon and a pocket folder in the back. It's beautiful, practical and very portable.