I have always had a passion for fire and wood ovens. Anthony's own love for cooking with fire is contagious and his knowledge about wood-fired pizza is all encompassing. This is an inspiring and well-written book from a teacher you can really trust Alice Waters, author of The Art of Simple Food and[...]
It's total robot war! In development to be a major motion picture, Ashley Wood's World War Robot tells the tale of a dwindling band of humans and robots who face-off in a battle that will likely end humanity as we know it - on Earth, on the Moon, and on Mars! Badass battles, really intense human/rob[...]
A must for all "Aliens" fans, this detailed manual is the official guide to the equipment and organization of the United States Colonial Marine Corps and is packed with never-before-published diagrams, technical schematics and plans.[...]
This book is concerned with the ways in which the problem of security is thought about and promoted by a range of actors and agencies in the public, private and nongovernmental sectors. The authors are concerned not simply with the influence of risk-based thinking in the area of security, but seek r[...]
First published in 1984, a picture book in which the Little Mouse will do all he can to save his strawberry from the Big, Hungry Bear, even if it means sharing it with the reader. The Little Mouse and the Big Hungry Bear are known and loved by millions of children around the world. Little Mouse love[...]
A rigorously researched and definitive book - the first major re-appraisal of artist engineer Ettore Bugatti and his extraordinary cars to appear since 1963. He built only 7,800 cars between 1910 and 1939, but these are much sought-after today.[...]
A retelling of stories of Jesus teaching people, suitable for under-8s. The book is small enough for young children to hold on their own, and the pictures are attractive and engaging. The Bible story is accurately retold for children of this age group.[...]
Long out of print - this is the second volume of Wood's masterpiece! Bill Gaines, the publisher of "Mad and Tales from the Crypt", called Wallace Wood "the greatest science fiction artist that ever lived". Here, at last, is the second book in Wood's masterpiece, "The Wizard King Trilogy", a remarkab[...]
Building with wood as an ecologically viable material is a tradition with a long history. The timber architecture which has ensued over the past centuries reveals to the modern observer the depth of knowledge which has enabled both Eastern und Western cultures to use this wonderful material in such [...]
Reveals the know-how of Western and Eastern cultures about the creative use of this distinctive material.[...]
This detailed review describes the biochemical mechanisms involved in the biodegradation of wood and the wood components, cellulose and hemicellulose, as well as lignin by fungi and bacteria. Main topics are: * Biosynthesis and structure of the wood components; * Description of the various fungal an[...]
Provided here is a comprehensive treatise on all aspects of dielectric properties of wood and wood products. The topics covered include: Interaction between electromagnetic field and wood. - Wood composition and dielectric properties of its components. - Measurement of dielectric parameters of wood[...]
Cada hombre mira su pila de madera con una especie de afecto. Henry David Thoreau Cortar y apilar la madera es un pasatiempo en el que el mundo parece cobrar de nuevo sentido. La relacion del ser humano con el fuego es tan antigua, tan universal, que parece que al aprender sobre la madera se conoce[...]
Jack's mum is furious when he returns from the market with a can of baked beans rather than money, in return for their beloved cow. But their luck is about to change, as the beans are magic! This is a guided reading series for ages 4-7. It includes practical teaching notes at the back of each book.[...]
'Hill's wit is the constant, ironic foil to his vision, and to call this a mere crime novel is to say Everest is a nice little hill' Frances Hegarty, Mail on Sunday[...]
A dark, gothic tale of romance! and murder. In the right dose, everything is a poison. Jessamine has spent her whole life in her father's apothecary garden, surrounded by medicinal plants and herbs that could kill her. Yet she's never had reason to be afraid -- until now. Because now a newcomer has [...]
The second dark and gothic novel in the enigmatic POISON DIARIES series. Maryrose Wood delicately weaves together paranormal fiction with historical and scientific fact; pulling readers into the intriguing world of poisonous plants and the real life legends of the stately Norman castle at Alnwick, t[...]
Told with startling honesty and humour, Jo Wood takes you behind the scenes of life married to Ronnie Wood, the most controversial member of the Rolling Stones and how she bounced back from heartbreak. From teenage model to rock-chick, motherhood to marriage breakdown and starting over again in her [...]
When young model and mother Jo met rock star Ronnie Wood, she had no idea what her brief flirtation with this brilliant, charismatic musician would become. This is a moving and candid memoir from the woman who married the most controversial member of the Rolling Stones, and had the strength and cour[...]
A story of love and grief. 'I became a widower and a father on the same day' says Joseph Luzzi. His book tells how Dante's 'The Divine Comedy' helped him to endure his grief, raise their infant daughter, and rediscover love. When you lose your whole world in a moment, where do you turn? Joseph Luzzi[...]