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The Double Delight books use flaps and colorful illustrations to reinforce
the early childhood concepts they teach. The bright, fresh illustrations will
delight, and two pictures in one make them double the fun!
Mary Novick created the Double Delight concept for children to learn in a fun, interactive way.
The series has sold more than one million copies worldwide. She has also created the Princess
Poppets and Mini Marvels series. Sybel Harlin’s illustrations are bold, bright, and child focused.
Each: 20 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 2–4 • Novelty
November • $12.99 (Can $14.99) Cloth • Little Hare Books
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LITTLE HARE LIFT-THE-FLAP BOOKS
Each: 16 pp • Four-color Interior • Ages 2–5 • Picture Books
Cloth • Little Hare Books
Potty Time
David Bedford
Illustrations by Leonie Worthington
Giraffe’s potty . . . lift the flap . . . is thin and tall. Elephant’s potty . . .
lift the flap . . . is far too small.
From the team that brought us the hilarious and very successful titles Bums,
Tums, Moms, and Dads comes this appealing and funny new lift-the-flap
picture book. Potty Time acquaints children with the concept and purpose
of a potty in a light and humorous way by describing the different qual-
ities of various animals’ potties. David Bedford and Leonie Worthington
collaborated on the playful early childhood concept books In-o-saur, Out-
o-saur; One-o-saur, Two-o-saur; Tails; Toes; Tums; and Who’s Laughing?
Leonie Worthington is also well known as an illustrator of the Bananas
in Pyjamas picture books.
8.5 x 9 • 9781921272738 • November
$9.99 (Can $10.99)
Also available:
Who’s Yawning?
9781921272486 • $9.95 (Can $10.95)
Who’s Laughing?
9781921049408 • $9.95 (Can $12.95)
Moms
9781921272424 • $9.95 (Can $10.95)
Babies
9781921272325 • $9.95 (Can $10.95)
Christmas Surprise
Jonathan Reed
Illustrations by Jenny Hale
Who sews Santa’s red warm suit? Lift the flap . . . Mrs. Claus. Who wears a
carrot for a nose? Lift the flap . . . Snowman.
Featuring appealing Christmas characters, Christmas Surprise is an interactive lift-
the-flap book full of vibrant, decorative illustrations. When the flaps are lifted on
each page, the original picture is transformed into a new picture that illustrates a
Christmas concept. The mini format is perfect for little hands. Jonathan Reed is coau-
thor of the Princess Poppets series, which includes All in a Day, Alphabet, and Around
the World. Jenny Hale is the illustrator of numerous books in the Double Delight
and Princess Poppets series.
5 x 6.5 • 9781921272592 • October • $5.99 (Can $6.99)
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What Day Is It, Missie Mouse?
Maisie Munro
Illustrations by Lorette Broekstra
In this flip-the-flap book, the charming Missie
Mouse returns, guiding the reader through a
toddler’s typical week.
On each day of the week, it’s time to do something different. This en-
gaging look at the concept of days features flaps that allow young read-
ers to guess what activity the charming Missie Mouse is up to! The cover
of the book includes a spinning wheel that introduces the idea of dif-
ferent days to the very young. Maisie Munro is a former children’s book
editor and the author of What’s the Time, Missie Mouse? Lorette Broek-
stra is the author of the Baby Bear series and the Hugo series.
16 pp • 8.5 x 9 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Picture Books
9781921272820 • September • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Cloth
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“The simple language and clean, colorful artwork make this book just
right for the youngest pet lovers.” —School Library Journal
“The cozy, satisfying refrain, ‘And that’s the way I love you,’ will easily
spill off the page and into lap-sitters’ dialogues with their own loved
ones . . . the feathery, scribbly pastels exude an irrepressible joy that’s
very much in the puppy spirit.” —Booklist
I love . . . the way you always care, the way you’re always there . . . That’s the
way I love you.
A triumph of simplicity in words and pictures, it is impossible not to be moved
by this story about a little girl with a big personality, and her long-suffering,
much-loved dog. David Bedford’s picture books have been published around
the world. His books include Big; Big & Small; Bums; Tails; Toes; Tums; In-
o-saur, Out-o-saur; and One-o-saur, Two-o-saur. Ann James is the illustrator
of Little Humpty.
26 pp • 6.5 x 6.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Little Hare Books
New in Board Book: 9781921272899 • September • $5.99 (Can $6.99)
Paper: 9781877003813 • Available • $7.95 (Can $8.95)
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ALISON LESTER BOARD BOOKS
Alison Lester
“Infectiously enthusiastic . . . glossed with just the right amount of childlike detail.”
—Kirkus Reviews starred review of Are We There Yet?
From patting the dog to making a mess in the kitchen and finally going to sleep, these
board books are about everything a young child does in a day.
Alison Lester is the well-known creator of many popular and award-winning children’s books,
including Are We There Yet?—winner of the 2005 CBC Book of the Year Picture Book award;
The Snow Pony—short-listed for YABBA and KOALA awards; and The Quicksand Pony,
short-listed for the National Children’s Award.
Each: 16 pp • 5.5 x 6 • Ages Up to 4 • Board Books
September • $5.99 (Can $6.99) Board Book • Allen & Unwin
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SALLY RIPPIN BOARD BOOKS
Sally Rippin
The perfect start to a baby’s library, these delightful books each feature three multicultural
babies doing everyday things with their favorite animal toys. Perfect for little hands, these
bright and friendly books are aimed at reading aloud to and sharing with the very young.
Sally Rippin is the Crichton Award–winning author and illustrator of more than 20 books for young readers,
including Becoming Buddha, Chenxi and the Foreigner, Gezani and the Tricky Baboon, and What Makes Me Me.
Each: 12 pp • 6.5 x 7 • Ages Up to 2 • Board Books
November • $5.99 (Can $6.99) Board Book • Allen & Unwin
Go Baby Go!
Illustrations by Ann James
Where Is Baby?
Where is baby? On the chair. Where is baby? In the train.
Every baby’s favorite game of hiding and finding is brought to life
in a simple text and rich illustrations.
9781741753868
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An Australian 1 2 3 of Animals
Bronwyn Bancroft
1 platypus diving, 2 brolgas dancing, 3 koalas dozing, 4 crocodiles snap-
ping, 5 kookaburras laughing . . .
A delightful counting book of Australian animals by acclaimed indigenous
artist Bronwyn Bancroft, this stunning picture book has lizards hissing and
wallabies hopping! Both a charming introduction to the numbers one
through 12 and a unique exploration of Australian wildlife—some famil-
iar, others more unusual—this book also features sugar gliders, emus, geckos,
and many more. Bronwyn Bancroft is an Aboriginal artist and designer
whose artworks have been collected and shown by galleries around the
world. She is the illustrator of Malu Kangaroo, Patterns of Australia, and
Possum and Wattle.
24 pp • 6.5 x 6.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Little Hare Books
New in Board Book: 9781921541117 • October • $6.99 (Can $7.99)
Paper: 9781921049828 • Available • $15.95 (Can $17.95)
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Quentin Blake’s Ten Frogs
A First Book About Numbers
Quentin Blake
Illustrated by the acclaimed Quentin Blake, fish, frogs,
chickens, and many more exciting animals help show how
fun it can be to count to 10!
One crow, two goats, three dogs, and four cats! Featuring
a fun die-cut cover, the quizzical animal friends in this early
counting book help young readers get to 10. Quentin Blake
is best known for his illustrations of Roald Dahl’s novels.
His previous works include Loveykins, Mister Magnolia, Mrs.
Armitage, and Tell Me a Picture.
18 pp • 6.5 x 6.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5
Picture Books • 9781843651284 • September
$7.99 (Can $8.99) Board Book • Anova Children’s Books
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TOUCH AND FEEL BOOKS
Caroline Jayne Church
Caroline Jayne Church is the author of several children’s books,
including Baby Jesus, Nine Naughty Kittens, Noah’s Ark,
Woolf’s Bathtime, and Woolf’s Bedtime.
Each: 12 pp • 8 x 8.5 • Ages Up to 3 • Religious/Novelty
September • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Board Book • Lion Children’s
Creation
A Touch and Feel Book
Featuring all sorts of furry animal friends, this is a retelling of the
creation story that young readers can really get their hands on!
God is busy creating all the animals in the world, and curious tod-
dlers can pet the new animals on each page. Featuring a simple text
that allows the colorful illustrations to tell the story, this favorite tale
is filled with bright characters and lots of fun.
9780745961101
Lost Sheep
A Touch and Feel Book
The furry lamb is lost, but luckily his shepherd is determined to find him
in this hands-on retelling that features a surprise lift-the-flap ending.
The little lamb and his shepherd are out for a walk, when suddenly the
lamb gets lost! Young readers can feel the lamb’s wooly coat and the soft,
reassuring touch of the shepherd’s cloak when he is found. This is a cheery
retelling of the classic story.
9780745961118
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MY RAINBOW BOOKS
Su Box
Illustrations by Jo Brown
Su Box is the author of several children’s books, including The Christmas Cat, The
Christmas Star, The First Rainbow, My Book of Poems, and Poems and Prayers for a
Better World. Jo Brown is the author of several children’s books, including Hoppity Skip
Little Chick and Knock Knock Who’s There, and has illustrated numerous children’s
books, including Farm! and Ocean!
Each: 16 pp • 8 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages Up to 5 • Religious
October • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Board Book • Lion Children’s
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BLESSINGS BOOKS
Sophie Piper
Illustrations by Caroline Williams
From traditional favorites to new classics, the prayers and blessings in these delightful
collections are perfect for saying over a newborn or for becoming part of a child’s
bedtime repertoire. Filled with loving sentiments and charming illustrations, this is
the perfect gift for proud new parents of a baby boy or girl.
Sophie Piper is the author of numerous religious books for children, including the Bible Story
Time series, An Arkful of Animal Prayers, Goodnight Prayers, How to Be Good, The Lion Read
& Know Bible, and Thinking of Heaven. Caroline Williams is a professional illustrator.
Each: 48 pp • 5.5 x 6.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages Up to 5 • Religious
March • $8.99 (Can $9.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s
9780745961842
9780745961859
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My Noah’s Ark Jigsaw Book
Christina Goodings
Illustrations by Rebecca Elliott
A big flood is coming, and Noah must build his ark quickly! Piece to-
gether what happens next with six easy-to-solve puzzles.
Exciting scenes from the story of Noah’s ark are retold in this hands-on ac-
tivity book. Young readers can assemble six nine-piece puzzles within the
book to reveal a new episode. Filled with cuddly illustrations, this is an en-
gaging and fun look at how Noah helped to save all of the animals. Christina
Goodings is the author of numerous children’s books, including Baby Rhymes
and Bedtime Blessings, Growing Green, I Want to Know About Jesus, Lift-
the-Flap Bible Stories, and the Bartimouse series. Rebecca Elliott has illus-
trated several children’s books, including Jungle Tumble and Monkey
Tumbles. They previously collaborated on My Navitity Jigsaw Book.
12 pp • 8 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5 • Religious/Novelty
9780745960968 • September • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Board Book
Lion Children’s
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My Nativity
Jigsaw Book
9780745949659
$9.95 (Can $10.95)
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The Angel and the Dove
A Story for Easter
Sophie Piper
Illustrations by Kristina Stephenson
From the duo of The Angel and the Lamb, this is a heartwarming Easter
story of rebirth and renewal.
A nesting dove and an angel have had a very sad day, but together they
find happiness in the miracles of spring. This charming picture book gen-
tly touches on the events of the first Easter with a heartwarming mes-
sage about new life. Sophie Piper is the author of numerous religious books
for children, including the Bible Story Time series, An Arkful of Animal
Prayers, Goodnight Prayers, How to Be Good, The Lion Read & Know
Bible, and Thinking of Heaven. Kristina Stephenson is the illustrator of
numerous children’s book, including Baby Boy Bible, The Story About
Me, The Time-for-Bed Angel, and When You Were Very Small. They pre-
viously collaborated on The Angel and the Lamb.
28 pp • 8 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5
Religious/Seasonal • 9780745961231 • January
$12.99 (Can $14.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s
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I Want to Know About the Bible
Christina Goodings
Illustrations by Jan Lewis
A concise yet comprehensive introduction to the origins, lessons, and stories
of the New and Old Testaments.
Key episodes from the Bible are accompanied by mini features that provide glimpses
of how and why the Bible was compiled in this accessible guide. The subjects ad-
dressed include storytelling, Bible languages, types of writing, the prophets, the
Gospels, the early Christians, gathering the books, and how to read the Bible. A
series of spreads, feature boxes, and illustrations round out this simple-to-read
yet scholarly first introduction to the Bible. Christina Goodings is the author of
numerous children’s books, including Baby Rhymes and Bedtime Blessings,
Growing Green, Lift-the-Flap Bible Stories, and the Bartimouse series. Jan Lewis
is an acclaimed children’s book illustrator and author whose previous books in-
clude Jan Lewis’ Bedtime Stories, and The Secret Angel Sleepover.
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The Lion Book of Five-Minute
Animal Stories
John Goodwin
Illustrations by John Bendall-Brunello
A collection of 10 animal morality tales from
around the world, featuring an accompanying CD
filled with lively sound effects and music to bring
the stories to life.
From China to India and Germany, the most famous
animal stories from around the world are gathered
in this memorable anthology. Each of the 10 tales—
The Musicians of Bremen; Party Time; The Nightin-
gale; The Cheeky Monkey; The Lion and the Mouse;
Princess Petunia and the Pig; The Hare and the Hedge-
hog; Fish Girl; The Talking Bear; and Chauntecleer
the Cockerel—are retold in an accessible style and ac-
companied by lively illustrations. This is a fun and
informative look into world cultures and the wisdom
of their stories. John Goodwin is the author of The
Lion Book of Five-Minute Christmas Stories and Nice
One, Sam! John Bendall-Brunello is the illustrator of
numerous children’s books, including Big Pig; Ros-
alie, My Rosalie; and The Tale of Wagmore Gently.
48 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior
Includes Audio CD • Ages 5–7 • Folklore
9780745960845 • October
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The Lion Storyteller Bible
Bob Hartman
Illustrations by Krisztina Kállai Nagy
A new edition of this classic collection of the best sto-
ries from the Bible, accompanied by fresh new illus-
trations and 4 audio CDs containing 20 favorite tales.
More than 70 stories from the Bible are retold in this
expansive collection of tales that are perfectly format-
ted for reading aloud. Old favorites such as David and
Goliath, Jonah and the Whale, and Noah and the Ark
are provided alongside lesser-known stories. A useful ap-
pendix of hints and tips for storytelling is also included.
Bob Hartman is the author of numerous children’s books,
including The Three Billy Goats’ Stuff!, The Lion Sto-
ryteller Bedtime Book, The Lion Storyteller Easter Book,
and Noah’s Big Boat. He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsyl-
vania. Krisztina Kállai Nagy is the illustrator of the An-
imal Lullabies series.
160 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior
Includes 4 Audio CDs • Ages 5–7 • Religious
9780745949802 (Replaces 9780745936079)
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The Lion Book of Prayers to Read & Know
Sophie Piper
Illustrations by Anthony Lewis
A bright anthology of favorite prayers and blessings, featuring special sections that
explain the fundamentals of prayer itself.
Designed to encourage thankfulness and thoughtfulness, this collection of both new
and familiar prayers addresses everyday events as well as special occasions. Eight fea-
ture spreads highlight different aspects of prayer—including Praising God the
Maker; Thanksgiving; Forgiving and Forgiven; Choosing the Right Way; Praying for
One Another; For All the World; Praying as Jesus Taught; and Blessings—demonstrating
why and how people pray around the world. Sophie Piper is the author of numerous
religious books for children, including the Bible Story Time series, An Arkful of An-
imal Prayers, Goodnight Prayers, How to Be Good, and Thinking of Heaven. An-
thony Lewis has illustrated numerous children’s books. They previously collaborated
on The Lion Read & Know Bible.
96 pp • 7 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 5–7 • Religious
9780745961477 • January • $12.99 (Can $14.99) Cloth • Lion Children’s
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The Lion Storyteller Bedtime Book
Bob Hartman
Illustrations by Krisztina Kállai Nagy
From master storyteller Bob Hartman, an anthology of
international stories combining old favorites with little-
known classics.
Featuring a selection of tales from around the world, this an-
thology of 40 bedtime stories has been rewritten specifically
for reading aloud. Each warm and reassuring story is accom-
panied by colorful, comforting illustrations as well as useful
storytelling tips. Bob Hartman is the author of numerous chil-
dren’s books, including The Three Billy Goats’ Stuff!, The Lion
Storyteller Bedtime Book, The Lion Storyteller Easter Book,
and Noah’s Big Boat. He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Krisztina Kállai Nagy is the illustrator of the Animal Lulla-
bies series.
128 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • Four-color Interior
Ages 5–7 • Folklore
9780745960944 (Replaces 9780745946542)
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Stories include:
The Mouse and the Lion (Greece) The Big Wave (Japan)
Silly Jack (England) Tiger and the Storm (Puerto Rico)
The Girl Who Played with the Stars (Scotland) The Knee-High Man (North America)
Three Months’ Night (North America) The Clever Baker (Scotland)
Arion and the Dolphin (Greece) How the Kangaroo Got Its Tail (Australia)
Rabbit and Tiger Save the World (Puerto Rico) The Greedy Farmer (Wales)
The Shepherd and the Clever Princess (Finland) The Generous Bird (by Bob Hartman)
Tortoise Brings Food (Africa) Tiger Eats a Monkey (Puerto Rico)
Polly and the Frog (England) Lazy Tom (Ireland)
Rabbit and Tiger Go Fishing (Puerto Rico) The Contented Priest (Spain)
The Mouse Deer’s Wisdom (Java) Olle and the Troll (Norway)
The Four Friends (India) The Steel Man (North America)
The Brave Bull Calf (England) The Crafty Farmer (Japan)
Tiger Gets Stuck (Puerto Rico) Tiger Tries to Cheat (Puerto Rico)
The Clever Mouse (Wales) The Two Brothers (Brazil)
The Amazing Pine Cone (Finland) Kayoku and the Crane (Japan)
The Very Strong Sparrow (Africa) The Two Sisters (France)
Simple John (Germany) The Selfish Beasts (Africa)
The Selfish Sand Frog (Australia) The Determined Frog (Russia)
The Mouse’s Bride (India) The Robber and the Monk (Egypt)
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The Lion Encyclopedia of the Bible
Peter Atkinson
A one-stop reference guide to the history of the Bible, its con-
tributors, texts, and influences, both past and present.
Taking a chronological approach to the story line of the Bible,
this authoritative resource integrates and explores the Bible’s his-
torical, geographical, and social origins. It also overviews the
different types of writing found within the texts and shows how
they relate to Christian beliefs. Lavishly illustrated with maps,
diagrams, and feature boxes that highlight the salient points of
the Old and New Testaments as well as their influences through-
out the centuries, this is an essential guide to the Bible. Peter
Atkinson is a theologist.
128 pp • 8.5 x 10 • 60 Color Photos • 60 Color Illustrations
20 Maps • Ages 9–12 • Religious/Nonfiction
9780745960104 • March • $19.99 (Can $21.99) Cloth
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Aquamaze
Rolf Heimann
Dive into Rolf’s underwater world and discover a sea of mazes,
puzzles, conundrums, quizzes, teasers, stumpers, and bafflers!
Also available:
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Little Blue
Gaye Chapman
Gentle and visually rich, this tale tells of a girl who is lost
and then found, and who in searching for her way home
discovers that it isn’t as hard to reach as she expected.
“My home has steps to the mountains and a wooden
bridge,” said Little Blue. “I miss my mountains.”
“My home has a path to the hills and tall rocks,” said Will.
“Almost like your home.”
They climbed the hills and gazed from the rocks. But they
couldn’t find Little Blue’s way home.
When Will discovers a little blue girl lost in the woods, he
tries to help her. When they fail to find her way home, he
invites her home with him . . . only to find that their homes
are one and the same place. Gaye Chapman is an award-win-
ning artist and the illustrator of Kaito’s Cloth.
36 pp • 10 x 10 • Four-color Interior
Ages 3–5 • Picture Books
9781921049989 • September
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Billy and Bella
Jane Bowring
Illustrations by Leonie Worthington
Baby elephant siblings may tease one another, yet they share a special bond—
much like real kids!
Big sister elephant Bella teases little brother Billy because he can’t squirt water
through his trunk. But when Bella’s mischief lands them both in trouble, Billy
not only comes to her rescue, but gives Bella her comeuppence as well. Both
siblings are surprised to discover that the most challenging achievements some-
times happen by accident. Jane Bowring writes both nonfiction and fiction
for children, and won the 2000 Whitley Award for The Rainforest. Leonie
Worthington has collaborated extensively with David Bedford in a variety
of early childhood books, including the successful Bums and Dads.
32 pp • 8 x 8 • Four-color Interior • Ages 2–5 • Picture Books
9781921272813 • September • $16.99 (Can $18.99) Cloth
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Lucy Goosey
Margaret Wild
Illustrations by Ann James
A heartwarming story about a child’s fear of the unknown, and how a mother’s
unconditional love can make anything possible—especially a brave decision.
“Many books take on the theme of separation from a parent . . . This is an ad-
mirable addition.” —School Library Journal
Lucy Goosey has been playing happily in the same pond all her life, but then the
time comes for her to fly away. She is so terrified of getting lost in the huge sky that
she refuses to leave with the others. Is it more terrifying to be alone, or to face one’s
greatest fear? No matter what happens, Lucy Goosey’s mother will always come look-
ing for her—only once she is reassured of this does Lucy Goosey feel brave enough
to make the flight. Margaret Wild is an award-winning author who has written more
than 40 novels and picture books for children, including Fox, Little Humpty, and
Woolvs in the Sitee. Ann James is an award-winning illustrator whose other titles
include Ready, Set, Skip! and The Way I Love You.
40 pp • 9 x 11 • Four-color Interior • Ages 2–5 • Picture Books • Little Hare Books
New in Paper: 9781921272394 • March • $9.99 (Can $10.99)
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Too Tight, Benito!
Janeen Brian
Illustrations by Judith Rossell
Benito has outgrown his bed . . . where will he sleep? This is a charming
story all about growing up—new in paper.
Benito Bear had grown during the long days of summer . . .
Summer is over and Benito the bear cub needs a new place to hibernate for
the winter. His old cubby hole is now too small! Benito searches high and low
for the perfect new home, but neither fox holes, rabbit burrows, nor ant holes
are the right size. Just in the nick of time, this not-so-little cub finds the per-
fect place for a long winter’s nap. Janeen Brian is the author of Where Does
Thursday Go? and Party Time! Judith Rossell is a professional illustrator and
the author of the Explorers’ Club series, the Inspector Rockfort series, and
Jack Jones and the Pirate Curse.
32 pp • 9.5 x 9.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 3–5
Picture Books • Little Hare Books
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Special Kev
Chris McKimmie
From a unique and brilliant imagination comes the story of Special Kev
and his eleventy million cousins.
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Fly Away Peter
Frank Dickens
Illustrations by Ralph Steadman
Newly reissued and long out of print, this
classic story from the 1960s shows that it’s
ok to be a little different.
This new edition features stunningly
reproduced artwork, created directly
from Ralph Steadman’s original
paintings, and several additional
illustrations never before published
Jeffrey, the giraffe with a short neck, and Peter,
the bird who can’t fly, quickly become friends
because they are both a little different. When
they decide to play together, they are surprised
to find that a game of hide-and-seek will not
only involve all the other animals but also help
solve their problems! Frank Dickens is best
known for his cartoons, including the popular
characters Bristow, Albert Herbert Hawkins,
and Boffo. He has won eight Cartoonist of the
Year awards and published numerous books, in-
cluding My First Bike Book. Ralph Steadman
is an acclaimed cartoonist and caricaturist whose work has appeared in the New York
Times and Rolling Stone. He is famous for illustrating the work of Hunter S. Thomp-
son, and is also the author of several children’s books, including Garibaldi’s Biscuits
and Little.com.
32 pp • 10.5 x 9 • Four-color Interior • Ages 5–7 • Picture Books
9781843651222 • October • $9.99 (Can $10.99) Cloth • Anova Children’s Books
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How to Cook Children
A Grisly Recipe Book
Martin Howard
Illustrations by Colin Stimpson
Attention gastronomical ghouls and culinary crones! A mouth-watering
collection of child-based recipes from the top chef witches around!
“Quite simply the best book for cooking with children ever written.
The recipes are mouth-watering and Esmelia Sniff is a laugh-out-loud
kitchen nightmare. There are very few chefs who can change the way
we think about food, but thanks to Esmelia and her pointy-hatted
friends I’ll be putting youngsters on the menu in all my restaurants
from now on.” —Gordon Ramsay
Every dish in this very unique cookbook has one thing in common: the main
ingredient is children! Many famous culinary witches have contributed—
from Barfa Stew-Wart to India’s favorite Kideeta Skingh and Janie Groviller
from Britain—and each of their recipes is introduced by the general editor
Esmelia Sniff. Recipes range from such tangy delights as Seared Tina in Boy
Sauce on a Bed of Fragrant Lice to the more filling Bratwurst and Upset Cab-
bage to sweet Flat Jacks. Featuring a dark subject matter but laugh-out-loud
jokes, absurd characters, and beautiful illustrations, this is the perfect cook-
book for parents and children alike. Martin Howard is the author of The
Bad Dog’s Diary and Bad Dog’s Diary: Blake’s Progress. Colin Stimpson is
an illustrator who has worked for Steven Spielberg’s Amblimation studio and
for Disney Feature Animation. He is the illustrator of The Poison Diaries.
80 pp • 8.5 x 11 • 50 Color Illustrations • Ages 9–12 • Picture Books
9781862057715 • September • $12.99 (Can $14.99) Cloth • Pavilion
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Bubble and Squeak: The Great Cheese Hunt
Charlie Fowkes
A cheese-filled adventure with hilarious artwork featuring a mouse and
dog duo.
Bubble the dog and Squeak the mouse are the best of friends and they do
everything together. Their favorite thing to do is to eat and their favorite thing
to eat is cheese, so when one day the fridge is empty, it’s a disaster! Now the
hungry duo must search high and low in a quest to obtain a cheesy snack.
Charlie Fawkes is the illustrator of the Astrosaurs series, which includes The
Hatching Horror, The Mind-Swap Menace, and Riddle of the Raptors.
32 pp • 9.5 x 9.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 2–5 • Picture Books
9781843651062 • October • $8.99 (Can $9.99) Paper
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Twisted Tales
Six Fairy Tales Turned Inside Out
Richard Tulloch
Illustrations by Terry Denton
From Hansel and Gretel to the Princess and the Pea, favorite stories are turned
on their heads in this amusing and fun to read anthology.
The so-called villains and innocent bystanders of six famous fairy tales share their
points-of-view in this hilarious collection of tales. Perhaps the big bad wolf was in
fact very kind and friendly, but just a little hungry; and maybe the princess couldn’t
feel the pea at all, but just couldn’t get to sleep! Quirky, funny, and full of rhyming,
alliteration, and word play, these are rollicking rewrites of old classics. Richard
Tulloch has written more than 60 books for children, including Freaky Stuff and Weird
Stuff, and has contributed to the television show Bananas in Pyjamas. Terry Denton
has written and illustrated several children’s books, including the Storymaze series
and Wombat and Fox.
154 pp • 5.5 x 7 • 120 B/W Illustrations • Ages 5–7 • Fiction
9781741662740 • October • $7.99 (Can $8.99) Paper
Random House Australia
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The Hottest Boy Who Ever Lived
Anna Fienberg
Illustrations by Kim Gamble
Hector is so very hot that only Minton can be near him, so how will he ever have
friends? A touching story of friendship found from the cocreators of the Tashi series.
The first time Minton saw him, Hector was shooting right out of a volcano! Hector is
the hottest boy who ever lived, and no one can come near him except Minton, the fire
salamander. Hector feels unbearably lonely despite Minton’s company until one day a
storm sweeps the duo far away to the cold snowy lands. There they meet Gilda, a cool
Viking adventurer, and suddenly life for Hector changes forever. Anna Fienberg and Kim
Gamble have previously collaborated on more than 20 children’s books, including the
Minton Goes! series and the Tashi series.
64 pp • 5.5 x 7.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 5–7 • Fiction
9781741757057 (Replaces 9781865080932) • January
$6.99 (Can $7.99) Paper • Allen & Unwin
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BELMONT AND THE DRAGON
Robin Gold
Illustrations by Mark Zarb
A would-be knight and a chicken of a dragon rock the Olde Worlde town of Old York
in this series for boys who like plenty of action, madness, and mayhem.
Robin Gold has written for children’s television and film. Mark Zarb has been an illustrator,
production designer, and storyboard artist for more than 15 years. He is the illustrator of Pearlie.
Each: 48 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 • Four-color Interior • Ages 7–9 • Fiction
$5.99 (Can $6.99) Paper • Random House Australia
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CURLY
Sally Morgan, Ambelin Kwaymullina, Blaze Kwaymullina, and Ezekiel Kwaymullina
Illustrations by Adam Hill
“A breathless read that keeps reader’s attention to the very end . . . With an ear from
authentic dialogue the story is a real delight for young readers” —Reading Time
Curly gets in trouble enough already, but it really starts when he discovers a monster called
a Fent (from Fent Land) that lives in the cupboard. Adults can’t see the Fent, so when it
tickles Curly in the car until he shrieks and eats Dad’s new invention, there’s no one to blame
but Curly! To make matters worse, Billy the school bully can see the Fent too, and he wants
it for himself. What’s poor Curly to do?
128 pp • 9781741662924 • November
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GIBBLEWORT THE GOBLIN
Victor Kelleher
Illustrations by Stephen Michael King
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SCRATCH KITTEN
Jessica Green
Illustrations by Mitch Vane
Jessica Green is the author of A Diary of a Would-Be Princess. Mitch Vane is an illustrator
of children’s books, including Monkey Talk, Little Lunch Four, and Poodle and Hound.
Each: 96 pp • 5 x 8 • 49 B/W Illustrations • Ages 7–9 • Fiction
$6.99 (Can $7.99) Paper • Little Hare Books
“The author makes her point about friendship without ever becoming didactic,
and her thoroughly delightful look at universal middle-grade concerns will
work equally well for reading aloud or reading alone.” —Booklist on Diary
of a Would-Be Princess
Once Scratch has stowed away on the Silk ’n’ Spice, a sailing ship bound for the
South Seas, he discovers that life on the ocean waves is harder than he thought. Scratch
quickly learns he must earn his keep to avoid being thrown overboard, and he thinks
the best way to do this is to befriend the ship’s cook, Pegleg. The only problem is
that Pegleg doesn’t seem to like Scratch very much! How will Scratch and Pegleg
fare when they are set adrift in a lifeboat to await capture by pirates?
9781921272448 • September
33
The OK Team
Nick Place
They think they’re freaks but really they’re superheroes!
Hazy Retina was born out of focus. He’s all blurry around the edges. And when he’s nerv-
ous or embarrassed, he disappears completely. He always thought of himself as a freak, until
he got a visit from the Australian Federation of Hero Types. It turns out he’s an Entry Level
Grade Two Superhero! Now he just has to find some equally low-grade heroes who are pre-
pared to join his team—the OK Team. This hilarious adventure story features newspaper ar-
ticles, cartoons, collector’s handwritten notes, photographs, transcripts, and graffiti. Nick Place
has been a professional writer for more than 20 years, in newspapers, magazines, TV, radio,
and online. He currently runs a media company called Media Giants. He is the author of Kazil-
lion Wish.
288 pp • 5 x 7.5 • B/W Illustrations Throughout • Ages 8–12 • Fiction
9781741751864 • November • $8.99 (Can $9.99) Paper • Allen & Unwin
The OK Team 2
Better Than OK
Nick Place
Hazy Retina, a.k.a Focus, is back at the helm of his special superhero squad, and they are
up to their capes in strife.
Focus and his team are Level D, Third Grade Heroes who are finding their feet. But the bad
guys have a new secret weapon—the Serum That Overly Magnifies Powers (S.T.O.M.P.). And
Focus has agreed to a Knighthood Pact without checking the fine print. Can the OK Team
overcome the effect of S.T.O.M.P and survive the Knighthood Pact? Or has Hazy lost his focus
for good? Laugh-out-loud funny, this series has themes including confidence, identity, lead-
ership, and teamwork, and features a range of text and graphic elements such as “hero cards”
to break up the story for easy reading. Nick Place has been a professional writer for more
than 20 years, in newspapers, magazines, TV, radio, and online. He currently runs a media
company called Media Giants. He is the author of Kazillion Wish.
288 pp • 5 x 7.5 • B/W Illustrations Throughout • Ages 8–12 • Fiction
9781741751871 • February • $8.99 (Can $9.99) Paper • Allen & Unwin
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Chelonia Green
Champion of Turtles
Christobel Mattingley
Chellie loves her island and its turtles, but they are in danger, and it’s up to her
to teach her neighbors how to be conscious of their beautiful natural environ-
ment.
Chellie loves the big green turtles in their secret pool on the island where she lives.
Every day, when the tide was right, she goes to be with her turtle family, and when
she learns their scientific name, Chelonia, she decides to call herself Chelonia Green.
One day she is devastated to find Caretta, the only loggerhead turtle in the pool,
choked to death on discarded fishing line. Chellie decides to take action and be-
gins cleaning up all the flotsam and jetsam along the island’s beaches; she even be-
gins a campaign to persuade fishermen not to throw their garbage into the sea.
Her efforts help bring together her island community, and produce some surpris-
ing results! Christobel Mattingley is the author of several books, including Battle
Order 204; First Friend; Hurry Up, Alice!, and No Gun for Asmir.
100 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
9781741751710 • September • $8.99 (Can $9.99) Paper • Allen & Unwin
Mahtab’s Story
Libby Gleeson
Based on a true story, this vivid and compelling story of a young girl fleeing
Afghanistan with her family and their journey to Australia touches on topical
themes of displacement, citizenship, and loss.
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CHARLOTTE AND THE STARLET
Dave Warner
Dave Warner has written for television and film, including the screenplays for the feature films Cut and Garage Days.
Each: 5 x 8 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction
$8.99 (Can $9.99) Paper • Random House Australia
“Mr. Ed meets the Saddle Club in this sassy, feel-good tale of a girl and her
talking horse . . . extremely enjoyable—it’s funny, escapist, wish-fulfillment
reading.” —Australian Bookseller & Publisher
Charlotte is a natural horse person, and now she has the chance to try out for
the Junior Olympic Equestrian Squad. But the academy head dislikes her, and Char-
lotte’s roommates aren’t above playing dirty tricks to get ahead. Leila is a movie-
star horse with a diva attitude, but when she is suddenly kidnapped, she ends up
at Charlotte’s riding academy. Her only way back to Hollywood is to reveal her big
secret to Charlotte: Leila can talk! Can the two work together to achieve their dreams?
240 pp • 9781741661248 • September
A Friend in Need
Leila gets jealous when Charlotte makes a new friend, but a daring rescue
attempt proves that Charlotte will always be her closest pal!
Charlotte has made it into the prestigious Junior Olympic Equestrian Squad and
Leila is having so much fun with Charlotte that she’s given up her sparkling
Hollywood movie career for now. Charlotte has also made a friend in the new
recruit Hannah, but this means she has less time to spend with Leila—and Leila
is a horse who doesn’t like to be ignored! Things get a whole lot worse when Char-
lotte returns from an academy to discover that Leila has been sold to a disrep-
utable showman. Charlotte has to get Leila back, and it will take all her courage
and brains as well as help from Hannah to rescue her best friend.
256 pp • 9781741663068 • November
36
THE CHRONICLES OF KRANGOR
Michael Pryor
Michael Pryor is the author of the Quentaris Chronicles series and the Laws of Magic series.
Each: 5 x 8 • Ages 9–12 • Fiction • $7.99 (Can $8.99) Paper • Random House Australia
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LIVING BLONDE
Also available:
Ocean Pearl
J. C. Burke
The pressure builds for Kia, Georgie, Micki, and Ace in the exciting sequel to
Starfish Sisters.
“Starfish who surf together stick together.” It was Ace who wrote that in Kia, Georgie, and
Micki’s blue booklets on the last day of camp. Yet it’s Ace who’s ended up ruining every-
thing—ending the Starfish Sisters before they’ve even begun. The Starfish Sisters—Ace, Kia,
Georgie, and Micki—should be happy that they’re on track to make the Junior Female Surf-
ing Team. But Ace has begun to tear their friendship apart. Will lies, secrets, fighting—
and love—keep them from ever being friends again? J. C. Burke is the author of several
books, including The Red Cardigan and White Lies.
332 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 12+ • Fiction
9781741661613 • March • $8.99 (Can $9.99) Paper • Random House Australia
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Mishaps
Nansi Kunze
Bad luck turns out to be more than just coincidence in this thrilling novel.
‘Becky,’ I said, grinning, ‘I have a feeling this is going to be a fantastic day.’
As usual, I was spectacularly wrong.
Pen O’Connell is without a doubt the unluckiest girl at school. Her dream
date has just fallen through, and her dog has literally eaten her homework.
But when Pen meets Sebastian Meyer—teenage genius and genetics expert—
she begins to wonder if everything that happens to her really is just bad luck.
Pen questions whether Sebastian’s bizarre theory can explain why she is more
likely to get a head injury than a hot date. Nansi Kunze is a former teacher.
284 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 12+ • Fiction
9781741662757 • October • $8.99 (Can $9.99) Paper
Random House Australia
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Three Wishes
Isabelle Merlin
Silver shoes, a French castle, a dark mystery, and a thrilling love triangle all make
Rose’s trip to France more than magical— a modern-day fairy tale that fans of Meg
Cabot will love!
When Rose creates a blog for an English assignment, she doesn’t realize it will change her
life forever. An elegant stranger arrives to announce that Rose has an aristocratic French grand-
father who would like to meet her. Upon arriving at her grandfather’s magnificent castle, Rose
becomes enchanted with her new life, and particularly with Charlie, a charming boy who is
equally besotted with Rose. But as Rose begins to delve deeper into her family’s past, her
fairy tale turns into a nightmare as it becomes clear that someone wants her dead! Isabelle
Merlin is the author of Pop Princess.
336 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 12+ • Fiction
9781741662368 • November • $8.99 (Can $9.99) Paper
Random House Australia
Pop Princess
Isabelle Merlin
A glamorous trip to Paris has gone horribly awry in this modern-day fairy tale.
A simple twist of fate catapults Lucie Rees from her ordinary life in an ordinary town to a
strange, exciting job in Paris as friend to the ultra-famous but troubled young pop star Ari-
zona Kingdom. At first she is more than excited, but soon Lucie finds herself entangled in
mysterious happenings that put her and Arizona in terrible danger. Lucie must discover the
source of her troubles before it’s too late. Who can she trust? Will the holiday of a lifetime
in Paris turn into her last days on earth? Isabelle Merlin is the author of Three Wishes.
336 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 12+ • Fiction
9781741663365 • February • $8.99 (Can $9.99) Paper
Random House Australia
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There’s a Worm on My Eyeball
Dr. Adam Taor
Illustrations by Douglas Holgate
Featuring amazing facts about germs, viruses, and worms that in-
habit the body, this is the perfect guide to finding an excuse to call
in sick to school!
With inspections into more than 30 different tiny forms of life, this is a
fascinating collection of all the gross and icky things that call the human
body home. Featured organisms include the African eye worm, which re-
veals itself by squirming across your eyeball, and light-emitting bacteria
that often grow around paper cuts. Packed with detailed, technical draw-
ings, comic illustrations, games, quizzes, and puzzles, this is the ultimate
guide to the nastiest things that live inside you! Dr. Adam Taor is a health
journalist. Douglas Holgate is a professional designer and the illustrator
of the Zinc Alloy series of comic books.
192 pp • 6 x 8.5 • 100 B/W Illustrations • Ages 9–12 • Nonfiction
9781741662139 • September • $7.99 (Can $8.99) Paper
Random House Australia
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Juicy Writing
Inspiration and Techniques for Young Writers
Brigid Lowry
From how to get started to how to deal when it gets difficult, a treasure-
trove of inspiration and practical advice on creative writing—and on
living a confident, creative life—especially for teenagers.
Why being a writer is good: you get paid to make stuff up, you get to travel
because it’s research, you can stay home and work in your pajamas. Why being
a writer is bad: sitting by yourself in your study for hours is lonely. Brigid
Lowry knows the highs and lows of being a writer, but she still thinks it’s a
joy. Speaking directly to young people, she offers her own unique stories and
techniques to inspire their creativity and motivate them to explore the world
of words. Taking young writers on a journey to discover themselves and what
they really want to say, she explains how to make it juicy and original, an-
swering questions such as What do you need to begin? Where can you find
ideas? How can you make your writing better? and What can you do if you
get stuck? This guide will bring out the best in all young writers, with sug-
gestions from the practical—buy a new journal, dust off your diary, find a
favorite pen—to the poetic—write hard and fast into the wild land of your
imagination. Brigid Lowry is the author of Follow the Blue, Guitar Highway
Rose, and Things You Either Hate or Love.
216 pp • 5 x 8 • Ages 14+ • Nonfiction
9781741750485 • November • $10.99 (Can $11.99) Paper
Allen & Unwin
“Every pregnant woman who follows Lisa’s advice can be confident she will
have done her best for her unborn child.” —Professor Michael Bennett, the
Royal Hospital for Women and Head of School, Obstetrics and Gynaecology,
University of New South Wales
Divided chronologically into preconception, first, second, and third tri-
mesters and postpartum/breast-feeding, Feeding the Bump provides all
the information about a woman’s own and their unborn child’s nutritional
requirements and the best way to fulfill them. It is packed with useful infor-
mation and nutrition tips, including tried-and-true remedies for common
complaints, such as morning sickness and heartburn, along with more than
100 easy-to-follow and absolutely delicious recipes. This is a must-have re-
source for all women wanting to maximize their unborn child’s health and
their own through what they eat. Lisa Neal has worked closely with obstetri-
cians, dieticians, a lactation consultant, a midwife, and a nutritionist to en-
sure that all the information in the book is reliable and authoritative.
264 pp • 6.5 x 8.5 • Two-color Interior • Health/Cooking
9781741753714 • October • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper • Arena
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Sharp Suits
Eric Musgrave
From the lounge to the leisure and everywhere in between,
a history of the evolution of the men’s suit.
“Full of the photos of the chicest ones ever. Make this fun
walk through fashion history a keeper.” —Glamour on
Fabulous Frocks
The suit is still the uniform du jour for millions of men that can
be seen everywhere from boardrooms to bawdy bars. It ranges from
the anonymous and dignified dress of politicians and business-
men to the expression of dandified tendencies for the young or
fashionable. This lushly illustrated review examines the fascinat-
ing history of the evolution of the modern suit from the days of
the 19th-century tailor-made to the mass industrialization of the
early part of the 20th century. The path whereby the dress of the
ruling classes became the utilitarian outfit of the worker is also
traced, along with a study of the progression of suit style over sub-
sequent decades, including the fabrics and cuts used. Eric Mus-
grave has has been writing about fashion for more than 25 years.
He served as the launch editor of the first men’s magazine FHM,
and has held senior positions at numerous fashion magazines, in-
cluding Drapers, Men’s Wear, International Textiles, Fashion
Weekly, and Sportswear International.
Fashion & Appearance/Photography • 200 pp • 9 x 11.5
50 Color Photos • 50 B/W Photos
9781862058521 • January • $40.00 (Can $45.00) Cloth
Pavilion
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The Rolling Stones
On Camera, Off Guard 1963–69
Mark Hayward
Raw and uncut, an unadulterated look at Mick,
Brian, Keith, and the rest of the band in their early
days, featuring a slew of rare photographs and a DVD
of band footage.
For more than 40 years, the Rolling Stones have proved
themselves as one of history’s greatest rock bands. This
nostalgic anthology takes a pictorial journey back to the
roots of the group’s rock stardom and captures a long-
lost age of music industry innocence. Featuring an ex-
tensive selection of extremely rare photographs—most
never previously published—this is a fascinating, behind-
the-scenes look at the band during the 1960s. Selections
including the very first studio photos taken for Mirabelle
magazine and pictures of Mick jumping on a piano at
the Isle of Man anniversary show in 1965, are accom-
panied by interviews with many of the photographers.
A DVD featuring found footage of the band completes
this intimate look at the Stones in action. Mark Hayward
is the author of The Beatles.
Music/Photography • 208 pp • 10 x 11.5
200 Color & B/W Photos • Includes DVD
9781862058682 • November
$40.00 (Can $45.00) Cloth • Pavilion
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The Beatles
On Camera, Off Guard 1963–69
Mark Hayward
Extraordinary, behind-the-scenes photographs of the
legendary John, Paul, George, and Ringo, accom-
panied by a DVD packed with rare footage.
Featuring more than 200 rare and never-before-seen im-
ages, this is a fascinating insight into the private lives
of the world’s biggest band. Painstakingly collected and
organized, the photos include shots of the Quarrymen,
where John first met Paul; shots from the filming of A
Hard Day’s Night and the set of Help in the Bahamas;
John and Yoko at home; and Paul on holiday in Frank
Sinatra’s Learjet. Interviews with many of the pho-
tographers provide an extraordinary insight into the
background of each shot, while extended captions give
further information. A DVD filled with 8mm footage
of the band at various locations and concerts completes
this fantastically intimate compendium that encapsu-
lates the culture, music, and spirit of the 1960s. Mark
Hayward is the author of The Rolling Stones.
Music/Photography • 208 pp • 10 x 11.5
225 Color & B/W Photos• Includes DVD
9781862058675 • November
$40.00 Cloth (Can $45.00) • Pavilion
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Graffiti Planet 2
More of the Best Graffiti from Around the World
Compiled by KET
A brand new sampling of the best street art from around the world, fea-
turing an introduction by graffiti legend KET.
No longer just vandalism, graffiti has become a recognized urban art form
and a unique mode of artistic expression. This jaw-dropping new collec-
tion includes examples of incredible street art from a bevy of artists, in-
cluding Rosy, Os Gêmeos, Banksy, Atome, Blek le Rat, and Mode 2.
Gorgeously produced with more than 100 images, this is an up-close look
at today’s most spectacular artists and their work. KET is a world-renowned
graffiti artist as well as a lecturer, graffiti historian, and producer. He is
the founder of Stress magazine and the author of Graffiti Planet. He lives
in New York City. Also available:
Art • 128 pp • 7.5 x 5 • 100 Color Photos
9781843173465 • September • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Cloth
Michael O’Mara
Graffiti Planet
9781843172802
$15.95 (Can $19.95)
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Vodka Classified
A Vodka Lover’s Companion
Stuart Walton
An A-to-Z guide featuring more than 80 of the world’s most famous vodka brands as well
as dozens of delectable drink recipes.
Made from grains, molasses, potatoes, and even grapes, vodka is the traditional beverage in
eastern Europe and Scandinavia, but has recently become ultra-fashionable elsewhere in the world.
This extensive guide highlights vodkas both from the traditional producing countries—Russia,
Poland, Finland, Sweden, and the Baltic States—as well as newer distilleries worldwide, from
Kazakstan to New Zealand. Tasting notes on the different styles and flavors are included along
with information on the origins, history, and regions of vodka production. Dozens of classic
and refreshing new recipes round out this comprehensive guide to one of the world’s most pop-
ular liquors. Stuart Walton is the author of numerous wine and spirit books, including The New
Encyclopedia of Wine, The New Guide to Spirits and Liqueurs, and Whisky Cocktails.
Cooking • 240 pp • 5.5 x 9 • 100 Color Photos
9781862058033 • November • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Pavilion
Also available:
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9781862057166
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A Beer a Day
366 Beers to Help You Through the Year
Jeff Evans
A beer book with a difference, this guide offers 366 beers
from all over the world—one for every day of the year.
Winner of the Coors Brewers National
Journalism Award
No ordinary collection of must-taste beers, A Beer a Day looks
to unearth the links between beer and the world we live in—
our history, traditions, customs, and culture. Readers are
guided through the maze of labels, selecting beers that don’t
just taste great but also have a story to tell. The simple page-
a-day diary format includes an easy reference for the beer, its
country of origin, the day’s date, and its linked event. For each
day, a beer is recommended that draws attention to events
that have taken place or that still take place on that day. From
seasonal beers produced to celebrate such occasions as
Valentine’s Day and Halloween, to those honoring the good
and the great from history, A Beer a Day has a beer for every
story and a story for every beer. Jeff Evans is an internationally
renowned beer writer. He is the author of The Book of Beer
Knowledge and The Good Bottled Beer Guide, a resident beer
taster for both All About Beer and Beers of the World mag-
azines, and was judged “Beer Writer of the Year” by the British
Guild of Beer Writers.
Cooking • 384 pp • 7.5 x 9 • 250 Color Photos
9781852492359 • November
$24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • CAMRA Books
HESPERUS CLASSICS
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Good Bottled Beer Guide
Seventh edition
Jeff Evans
Completely revised, updated, and redesigned to showcase the very best bottled British real
ales now being produced, this guide lists beers by style with information about each beer
style and recommendations for the best food matches for each.
Everything discerning drinkers need to know about bottled beers is collected in this pocket-
sized guide: tasting notes, ingredients, brewery details, and a glossary to help the reader un-
derstand more about them. This bottled beer bible, acclaimed by brewers, bottle collectors, and
everyday drinkers, covers all the bottle-conditioned real ales currently brewed in the UK, with
a special section at the front highlighting the best 500. Features on how real ale is brewed and
bottled, how beer matures in a bottle, and CAMRA’s real ale in a bottle scheme, are provided
along with full listings of all bottle-conditioned beers brewed in the UK, organized by brewery.
Useful appendices list the very best shops and online retailers from which to source bottle-con-
ditioned real ales. The guide also highlights non-UK bottled real ales, the best bottled exam-
ples of traditional beers from abroad, and notes on foreign beer styles. Jeff Evans is an
internationally-renowned beer writer. He is the author of The Book of Beer Knowledge and A
Beer a Day, is a beer taster for both All About Beer and
Beers of the World magazines, and was judged “Beer Writer
of the Year” by the British Guild of Beer Writers.
Cooking • 320 pp • 4.5 x 7.5
9781852492625 (Replaces 9781852492267)
November • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper
CAMRA Books
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James Halliday’s Wine Atlas of Australia
James Halliday
From one of the world’s foremost industry experts, an unrivaled look at the best
and brightest of Australia’s wineries and their wines.
From deep, supple Shiraz to golden Riesling and crisp, sun-kissed Chardonnay, the va-
riety of the Australian landscape allows its wineries to produce some of the best wines
in the world. In this definitive guide, wine expert James Halliday analyzes every wine
region in Australia, detailing the types of grapes grown, the soil, climate, and its wine-
growing history. Each sumptuously illustrated section features highlights of the region’s
best wineries and winemakers as well as a map highlighting geographic landmarks and
the location of the wineries themselves. Lavish and insightful, this is the ultimate guide
to the finest spirits the country has to offer. James Halliday is a wine critic who regu-
larly contributes to Gourmet and Epicurean magazines. He is the founder of Coldstream
Hills and Brokenwood wineries and is the author of several books, including the James
Halliday Australian Wine Companion series.
Cooking/Travel • 320 pp • 9.5 x 12 • 320 Color Photos • 75 Maps
9781740666855 (Replaces 9780520250314) • September
$50.00 (Can $55.00) Cloth • Hardie Grant Books
Collio
Fine Wines and Foods from Italy’s Northeast
Carla Capalbo
Packed with the sights, tastes, and smells of traditional Italian food and wine, a compre-
hensive guide to one of Italy’s most underappreciated culinary enclaves.
The Collio is a small, crescent-shaped strip of land 80 miles northeast of Venice that bor-
ders on Slovenia. Thanks to its unique soil structure and microclimate, the Collio produces
some of Italy’s top wine-making grapes and a slew of award-winning wines, including Tocai
Friulano, Malvasia Istriana, and its speciality, Pinot Grigio. Filled with hundreds of lush pho-
tos, this is an indispensable culinary guide to this little-known but fantastically rich region.
More than 60 wineries are profiled as are more than 70 restaurants, specialty food shops,
markets, and bed-and-breakfasts. Packed with insight, this guide is a perfect resource for wine-
lovers, foodies, and travelers alike. Carla Capalbo is the author of several cookbooks, in-
cluding The Food and Wine Guide to Naples and Campania, The Food and Wine Lover’s
Companion to Tuscany, and Perfect Pasta and Pizza.
Travel/Cooking • 256 pp • 6 x 9 • 200 Color Photos • 7 Maps
9781843680543 • November • $29.95 (Can $32.95) Paper • Pallas Athene
50
Gordon Ramsay
On Top of the World
Neil Simpson
A fascinating picture of Hell’s Kitchen’s fiery-tempered perfectionist.
“It may just turn out to be the brightest spot during the dark days of winter. I highly
recommend it.” —Missoulian
Gordon Ramsay owns more than 20 international restaurants, including
Gordon Ramsay at The London in New York City; Maze by Gordon Ramsay at
The London in New York City; Cielo by Angela Hartnett in Boca Raton, Florida;
and Gordon Ramsay at The London in West Hollywood, California
Best known as the host of Fox’s Hell’s Kitchen and Kitchen Nightmares, Gordon Ramsay is
one of the most driven, successful, and irate chefs around. He has thrown Hollywood actresses
out of his restaurants and is notorious for his anger, but his food has been served to numer-
ous heads of state, and he is one of only three chefs in England whose restau-
rant is rated at three Michelin stars. In this illuminating work, Ramsay
discusses the violent, alcoholic, absent father who died just days after the
pair had been reconciled as adults; the best friend and protégé whose bizarre
suicide came hours after the two had shared a final meal; the decade-long
battle to save his younger brother from heroin addiction and crime; and the
real reason why he has not attended the birth of any of his four children.
Sometimes hilarious and frequently heartbreaking, this is Gordon Ramsay’s
full life, from tenements and poverty to top-notch restaurants and fame.
Biography/Cooking • 308 pp • 5 x 8 • 26 Color Photos
9781844547036 (Replaces 9781844543816) • September
$14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • John Blake
Cuisine du Moi
The Heart of My Passion
Gavin Canardeaux
A hilarious satire of the cult of celebrity chefs in the style of Anthony Bourdain, featuring
the Australian-born, English-educated, French-trained, and Thai-massaged Gavin Canardeaux.
“Canardeaux’s voice is so authentic—a cross between Jamie Oliver and Gordon Ramsay,
liberally doused with the F-word (not food)—that we almost forget that Canaider is the
one skillfully concocting this amuse-bouché. I would perhaps just caution readers to add
a grain of salt, or two.” —M Review
Honorary Governor of the Stationary Food Movement, Consultant Chef de Chef to the United
Nations, patron of the Canardeaux Foundation for Children Without Seafood, and commit-
ted Awareness Band Wearer, Gavin Canardeaux is the crème de la crème of the cooking world.
Dividing his precious time between London, Sydney, and New York, his wife and girlfriends
and horses, his classic car collection, and his children, Gavin also manages to run his restau-
rant, Cuisine du Moi, largely via videoconference. More than a cookbook, this is Gavin’s
philosophy and way of life, and is packed with his insights, thoughts, and half-crazed theo-
ries. Bitingly hilarious and darkly delicious, this is a dead-on lampoon of today’s most infa-
mous celebrity chefs. Gavin Canardeaux is the alter ego of Ben Canaider, a wine writer and
the coauthor of Cooking Under the Infleunce and Drink Drank Drunk.
Humor/Cooking • 296 pp • 6 x 9 • 6 Color Photos • 4 B/W Photos
9781741756074 • November • $18.95 (Can $20.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin
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KOTO
Tracey Lister and Andreas Pohl
An inspiring collection of fresh, easy to prepare, and healthy recipes collected from
throughout Vietnam.
“The simplicity of some of the dishes mean they can be taken into daily cooking
by virtue of the taste they deliver for the small amount of time they take to cook.”
—Independent Weekly
All royalties will benefit the Koto organization, which trains disadvan-
taged and homeless children in Vietnam to be cooks
Arranged by region, this engaging cookbook weaves personal stories and national his-
tory with a culinary appreciation of the markets, traditions, and food of daily life in
Vietnam. More than 80 delicious and authentic recipes are included, ranging from
Coconut Prawns to Chicken and Lotus Seed Broth. Featuring stunning food photogra-
phy as well as images of the Vietnamese countryside and people, this is a gorgeous ref-
erence perfect for the home cook and armchair
traveler alike. Tracey Lister is a professional chef
who splits her time between Hanoi and Melbourne
with her husband, Andreas Pohl.
Cooking • 260 pp • 8.5 x 10 • 125 Color Photos
9781740666633 • November
$29.95 (Can $32.95) Paper
Hardie Grant Books
Outdoor
Grill Your Way ‘Round the World
Ben O’Donoghue
A selection of delicious dishes for cooking on the grill from across the globe, fea-
turing stunning photographs and decadent side dishes.
Ben O’Donoghue is about to be launched as the marketing face of
Barbecues Galore, an international chain with stores in select U.S. cities
No longer must barbecues be restricted to hamburgers and hot dogs. From Uruguayan
Chicken to Mexican Suckling Pig, Japanese Robatayaki Vegetables to Singapore Chili
Crab, this is an international tour de force of the best of barbecuing from around
the world. Each delicious recipe can be cooked over any type of grill—whether a sim-
ple wire rack over an open fire, a charcoal grill, or a gas-powered cooker. Accompa-
nying the main dishes are scrumptious drinks and dessert ideas as well as all the recipes
for rubs and marinades, breads, salads, and vegetables needed to make any barbecue
a true feast. Ben O’Donoghue is a former chef at the famous River Café with Jamie
Oliver and a regular contributor to Delicious
and Olive magazines. He is the coauthor of Surf-
ing the Menu.
Cooking • 244 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • 70 Color Photos
9781740665599 • March
$34.95 (Can $38.95) Cloth
Hardie Grant Books
52
Margaret Fulton’s Christmas
Margaret Fulton
Featuring more than 200 unique recipes, here is a complete guide to shopping, prepar-
ing, and enjoying the perfect Christmas meal.
Every aspect of preparing the perfect Christmas feast is addressed in this comprehensive
cookbook from the acclaimed chef Margaret Fulton. From choosing what to serve,
what to prepare ahead, arranging a full menu, and even what to do with leftovers,
this extensive reference will make any family Christmas one to remember. Recipes in-
clude such traditional dishes as Roast Turkey with Two Stuffings and Glazed Goose
with Apples and Prunes, as well as more modern, relaxed ideas for outdoor celebra-
tions that include seafood platters and festive salads. Additional chapters cover every
side dish, desserts, and foods that can given as presents. Fully illustrated and filled
with holiday flavor, this is the perfect yuletide collection. Margaret Fulton is a renowned
chef and the author of several cookbooks, including The Margaret Fulton Cookbook,
Margaret Fulton’s Encyclopedia of Food and Cookery, and Margaret Fulton’s Kitchen.
Cooking • 320 pp • 8.5 x 10.5 • 75 Color Photos
9781740666558 • October • $44.95 (Can $49.95) Cloth • Hardie Grant Books
Also available:
Margaret
Fulton’s
The Margaret Encyclopedia
Fulton of Food Margaret
Cookbook and Cookery Fulton’s Kitchen
9781740664523 9781740662703 9781740664837
$29.95 (Can $37.95) $39.95 (Can $49.95) $45.00 (Can $49.95)
“His talent for cooking and storytelling changed my life and food forever.”
—Jamie Oliver
“This book oozes with the Italian chef’s passion and knowledge for the country’s fes-
tivals, celebrations, and traditions—as well as a cracking set of recipes.” —Olive
As much a celebration of Italy as its food, Gennaro’s Italian Year brings this beautiful coun-
try vibrantly to life. From feast days to festivals, Christmas delicacies to summertime de-
lights, chef Gennaro Contaldo expertly guides us through the Italian culinary year. Combining
120 seasonal recipes with stories from his childhood, he reveals which Italian fare is best
and when. Told with irresistible passion and charm, Gennaro shows how each season brings
a tantalizing array of deliciously different dishes, such as Chestnut Gnocchi with Sausage
and Rosemary, Parsnip and Apple Soup, Fresh Fava Bean and Pecorino Cheese Salad, and
Mixed Berry Sorbet. Sumptuously illustrated with 100 color photographs, this is a clas-
sic Italian lifestyle cookbook. Gennaro Contaldo is the executive chef and co-owner of London’s Passione
and is involved with Jamie Oliver in setting up “Jamie’s Italian,” a collection of nationwide restaurants. His
previous title include Gennaro’s Italian Home Cooking and Passione.
Cooking • 264 pp • 7.5 x 10 • 100 Color Photos • Headline
New in Paper: 9780755315475 • September • $24.95
Cloth • 9780755315468 • Available • $37.50
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Good Old-Fashioned Roasts
Laura Mason
The best traditional recipes for roasted dishes, from a Sunday roast to a rack of
lamb, along with tasty ideas of how to utilize all those delicious leftovers.
From a Sunday beef roast with Yorkshire pudding and rack of lamb with herb crust
to stuffed roast goose, pheasant, and veal, here are the best traditional British recipes
for roasted dishes. Leading chef Laura Mason explains all the best techniques for sourc-
ing, preparing, and roasting all kinds of meat—beef, lamb, pork, chicken, turkey, duck,
goose, and various game, including partridge, grouse, and woodcock. To make the ab-
solute most of this most prized food, she explains the various cuts of meat, what cuts
work best with various recipes, and roasting times for a rare or well-done piece of
meat. She also covers the use of marinating, barding, larding, bast-
ing, and dredging. The recipes would not be complete without
a range of potato and vegetable dishes—ideal accompaniments, Also available:
from the best roast potatoes and mash to gratins. But the best
part of any roast is often the leftover meat that can be used for
leftover meals—in Shepherd pies, rostis, soups, stews, and much
more. Laura Mason is a food historian and the author of several
books, including Farmhouse Cookery, Food Culture in Great Good Old-
Britain, and Sugar-Plums and Sherbet. Fashioned
Puddings
Cooking • 124 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • Conversion chart 9781905400508
9781905400720 • January • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth $24.95 (Can $27.95)
National Trust
Kitchen Memories
Food and Kitchen Life 1837–1939
Elizabeth Drury and Philippa Lewis
A glimpse into the kitchens of the Victorian past covers everything from
the patent marmalade machine to the early anti-bacterial preparations.
A charming evocation of Victorian life, this delightful volume details the
fresh and packaged ingredients, the menus, equipment, and the kitchen reg-
ulars—from cook to passing tradesmen—of the 19th-century kitchen. With
wonderful illustrations of Victorian food packaging and advertising, this
is a great nostalgic look at life below stairs in the age of Victoria. Eliza-
beth Drury is an expert on the Victorian period and a contributor to the
Encyclopedia of Victoriana. Philippa Lewis is the author of Details: A Guide
to House Design in Britain and coauthor with Elizabeth Drury of The Vic-
torian Garden Album.
Cooking/History • 136 pp • 7.5 x 6.5 • 200 Color Illustrations
9781905400829 • October • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper
National Trust
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Arts & Crafts Needlepoint
25 Patterns & Projects
Beth Russell
This glorious guide presents 25 classic needlepoint proj-
ects based on the designs of William Morris and his con-
temporaries in the Arts & Crafts movement.
Inspired by patterns created by the Arts & Crafts movement
of the late 19th century, collected here are 25 simple but ele-
gant needlepoint projects. Each of the designs is accompanied
by clear stitch-by-stitch charts, suggestions for the best nee-
dle size and canvas mesh, details of precise yarn requirements,
stitch types, and order of work. A practical reference section
provides complete information on framing up and basic tech-
niques. Featuring photographs from William Morris’ former
home Red House, this is an inspirational workbook that is per-
fect for artists of any level. Beth Russell is the author of Beth
Russell’s Traditional Needlepoint, Beth Russell’s William
Morris Needlepoint, and Victorian Needlepoint.
Crafts & Hobbies • 128 pp • 8.5 x 11 • National Trust
100 Color Photos
New in Paper: 9781905400805 • October • $19.95 (Can $21.95)
Cloth: 9781905400430 • Available • $29.95 (Can $32.95)
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Sufficient
A Modern Guide to Sustainable Living
Tom Petherick
Growing organic food, conserving water, and recycling are
among the ideas explored in this guide—now in paper—to
consuming less in the name of the environment.
56
Spiders
Learning to Love Them
Lynne Kelly
An authoritative account of the history and evolution of spiders, as well as a personal story
of how any arachnophobe can come to love our eight-legged friends.
“This is a book with a clear message. Spiders are simply fascinating.” —Weekly Times
“Kelly's treatment is clever, entertaining and complete, making this a fine read and a
great example of species history done right.” —Publishers Weekly on Crocodile
“Superbly readable and exceptionally well-researched.” —Choice on Crocodile
When hordes of giant spiders invaded Lynne Kelly’s dreams, she decided it was time to over-
come her arachnophobia by getting to know the creature intimately. This extensive introduction
answers every basic question about spiders, including articles on web-building, the most ven-
omous and dangerous species, and, of course, arachnid romance. An illustrated guide to iden-
tifying webs, a list of useful spider-watching equipment, observations sheets, and dozens of
photographs of common species are also provided. Along the way,
Lynne explains how she overcame her own arachnophobia, and
provides tips and hints on how any arachnophobe can do the same.
Lynne Kelly is a former science teacher and the author of Croco-
dile and The Skeptic’s Guide to the Paranormal. Also available:
Nature/Psychology • 272 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 • 32 Color Photos
9781741751796 • October • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper
Allen & Unwin
Crocodile
9781741144987
$24.95 (Can $31.95)
Croc!
Savage Tales from Australia’s Wild Frontier
Robert Reid
These tales of tragic fatalities and amazing escapes from the jaws of these primeval ani-
mals are the stuff of headlines. They are riveting stories of humans versus beasts in an un-
forgiving environment.
Believed to be more than 200 million years old, crocodiles are one of the oldest species on
earth, but they are also occasionally one of the most dangerous. This thrilling account high-
lights the lives and experiences of those who have encountered crocs in the wild, in all their
strength and ferocity. The men and women featured have survived crocodile attacks, witnessed
their awesome strength firsthand, and have hunted—and been hunted by—one of nature’s
most incredible animals. Robert Reid is a journalist and researcher.
Nature/Animals • 304 pp
5.5 x 8 • 32 B/W Photos
9781741755800
September
$15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper
Allen & Unwin
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Clicker Training for Clever Cats
Learning Can Be Fun!
Martina Braun
Resolve your cat’s problems, eliminate bad behavior, and even teach small tricks with
clicker training using rewards.
There is a method of learning to which no mammal is impervi-
ous—not even cats. It is called “classical conditioning,” and is used
in a very specific way as part of clicker training. Every click re-
sults in something positive for the cat: a treat, a cuddle, a favorite
game. Because cats are intelligent, they quickly understand what
kind of behavior gets them a click and a reward, and they will
experiment in order to find out what else might work. This man-
ual explains what classical conditioning involves, why it works
with every cat, how to avoid mistakes, and how to use rewards
properly and develop chains and sequences of behavior, as well
as small tricks. Martina Braun is an animal psychologist special-
izing in behavioral therapy for cats and dogs.
Pets • 80 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • Color Photos Throughout
9783861279679 • October
$19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper • Cadmos Books
58
Whose Sofa Is It Anyway?
A Light-Hearted Look at Training Pitfalls and How
to Avoid Them
Nicole Röder
A wry look at training errors from both the human and
the canine points of view. See through your dog’s view-
point to learn why tyranny is fun and explore antiquated
training methods and the people who support them!
How did that sweet eight-week-old puppy you trained from
the very beginning suddenly turn into the terror it now
is—a dog you would rather not be seen with? This guide
explains the most common communication mistakes with
a healthy dose of humor, suggesting solutions that are easy
to implement. Dog owners are given hints on etiquette,
and may recognize themselves in the investigation into the
most common remarks made by dog owners and what lies
behind them. Nicole Röder is a qualified educator and lives
with her three dogs. She trained all of her dogs in vari-
ous categories of dog sports and has been training own-
ers and dogs successfully for a number of years in clubs
and from her small mobile dog school.
Animals • 112 pp • 8.5 x 9.5 • Color Photos Throughout
9783861279624 • November
$23.95 (Can $26.95) Paper • Cadmos Books
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Line Training for Dogs
How It’s Done
Monika Gutmann
Step-by-step guidance to a method offering dogs freedom to roam and owners assur-
ance of their pet’s secure return.
Unless they’re on a lead, many dogs refuse to come back to their owners, and simply do
as they please. Dogs like these commonly spend their lives on leads that are much too short,
and are unable to enjoy the privilege of running free in meadows and fields because they
haven’t learned to take notice of their owners and come back on call or whistle. The ad-
vice that’s often given to anyone who owns a dog like this is to give line training a try, but
not many people know how it’s done. This guide provides the step-by-step instructions for
successful line training. Monika Gutmann runs a dog training school focusing on training
puppies and young dogs, clicker training, recall, and discouraging hunting behavior.
Animals • 96 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • Color Photos Throughout
9783861279617 • September • $23.95 (Can $26.95) Paper • Cadmos Books
60
Schooling Exercises In-Hand
Working Towards Suppleness and Confidence
Oliver Hilberger
A step-by-step explanation, with clear illustrations, of the straightforward way to cor-
rectly train horses, working from the ground.
For anyone training a horse in dressage, classically based in-hand work is a valuable but
unfortunately often undervalued part of its education. It is a rarely used tool, but one which
offers variation to the everyday routine and schools both the horse and trainer. Particular
emphasis is given to the description of lateral movements, as well as for the preparation
towards the more advanced movements. Oliver Hilberger works with horses following the
principles of classical riding. He places great value on making meaningful supplying ex-
ercises accessible to anyone wishing to try them.
Horses • 160 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • Color Photos Throughout
9783861279648 • November • $32.95 (Can $36.95) Paper • Cadmos Books
61
Roger Federer
Spirit of a Champion
Chris Bowers
The skyrocketing career and dramatic personal life of tennis’s hottest star.
Roger Federer’s astoundin,g all-round ability on grass and clay has made him one of the great-
est players the game has ever seen. With 13 Grand Slam wins and an Olympic gold medal
under his belt, the Swiss star has already achieved legendary status. This authoritative and
affectionate biography traces Federer’s rise from his first tentative strokes with a racket through
his early years in an elite French academy and his struggles with the sudden death of his first
real coach and mentor. It also examines how he bounced back from one of the most chal-
lenging periods of his career when a serious illness and a dip in form caused him to break
his run of successive Wimbledon championship wins and lose his number-
one spot to rival Rafael Nadal. Roger’s professionalism and charm, as well
as the time he devotes to his charitable foundation, have won him huge
amounts of respect from his fellow sportsmen and tennis professionals alike.
This is a candid look at one of the most winning and dynamic figures in
modern sport. Chris Bowers is the author of Fantastic Federder and The
Book of Tennis and writes regularly for the Independent, the Observer, and
Also available: the Times.
Biography/Sports • 288 pp • 5 x 8 • 32 Color Photos
9781844547487 (Replaces 9781844544073) • September
$14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • John Blake
Rafael Nadal
9781844547227
$24.95 (Can $27.95)
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Occy
The Rise and Fall and Rise of Mark Occhilupo
Mark Occhilupo and Tim Baker
Covering his early success through his collapse into drugs and subsequent renewed ascent
to stardom, the life of one of the world’s greatest and most controversial surfers.
“Occy was always a missile going hyperspeed, about to blow up at any moment—it’s
true of so many highly intelligent or gifted people . . . All of his passion was put into his
surfing.” —Kelly Slater, nine-time World Surfing Champion
Child star at 16, ranked third in the world at 17, Mark Occhilupo looked set to sweep all be-
fore him with a radical, spontaneous, irresistible brand of surfing. Yet a spiraling descent into
drug abuse and depression snuffed his flame out prematurely when he quit the pro tour at
just 22. Faltered comebacks, spectacular bursts of free-surfing, and manic breakdowns fol-
lowed as the surfing world watched a freakish talent self-combust. After years spent immo-
bile and overweight on the couch, Occy eventually emerged from his cocoon, reborn and ready
to tackle a whole new generation of surf stars. His celebrated comeback to win the world
title in 1999 is a sporting fairy tale without equal. In this no-holds-barred account, Occy tells
the complete, remarkable story of his spectacular rise, terrifying fall, and miraculous rebirth.
Tim Baker has contributed to GQ, Playboy, and Rolling Stone and is the author of Go Surf
and the coauthor of Bustin’ Down the Door.
Autobiography/Sports • 320 pp • 5 x 8 • 50 Color Photos • 14 B/W Photos
9781741666762 (Replaces 9781741666434) • January • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper
Ebury Australia
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Splat!
The Madness and Magnificence of the World’s Most Dangerous Sports
Tony Davis
From the inane to the ludicrously perilous, a funny, quirky, and thor-
ough review of sports from around the world that no mother would
ever allow.
The cast of nontraditional sports available to the more daring participant
range from the seemingly benign—the central Asian game of buzkashi, or
goat-nabbing—to such apparently suicidal activities as the human trebuchet.
Full of astounding facts and amazing-but-true incidents, this comprehen-
sive guide to some of the world’s most dangerous sports explains what
it’s like to be gored by a bull, base jump into a cavern, or dare the “death
zone” at Mt. Everest. The history of each activity is provided along with
its potential dangers and rewards, making this a complete guide to some
of the world’s most bewildering sports. Tony Davis is a former editor of
Drive magazine and the author of the bestselling Lemon! and You Must
Be Skidding.
Humor/Sports • 240 pp • 7.5 x 8
58 B/W Photos
9781741750300 • November
$16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin
64
Subantarctic Wilderness
Macquarie Island
Aleks Terauds and Fiona Stewart
Covering its history, flora, and fauna, a fully-illustrated
celebration of the rugged beauty of remote Macquarie
Island.
A tiny speck of land caught between Australia and Antarc-
tica, Macquarie Island is as remote and rugged as it is beau-
tiful. Despite its small size, for huge numbers of seals,
penguins, and albatrosses this raw, elemental landscape is
a sanctuary, while for humans it has long been a base for
the exploitation of wildlife and for intrepid adventurers.
Lavishly illustrated with exemplary photography and
specially commissioned artwork, this stunning
volume explores all aspects of Macquarie Island, includ-
ing its rich history and life on the island today, its geol-
ogy and plant life, and the stunning variety of wildlife that
call the isle home. Aleks Terauds is a marine biologist. Fiona
Stewart is a professional painter and graphic designer.
History/Nature • 176 pp • 10 x 10.5
144 Color Photos • 33 B/W Photos
9781741753028 • November
$39.95 (Can $43.95) Cloth • Allen & Unwin
65
Gerry Anderson’s UFO:
Technical Manual
Edited by Chris Bentley
Illustrations by Nick Foreman
Beautifully illustrated by Nick Foreman, this long-awaited
portrayal of the UFO vehicles and installations features spe-
cially created, computer-generated images of sea, land, air,
and space craft from the classic television series.
Meticulous research and painstaking attention to detail have
gone into these multiangle views and cutaways. Skydiver, the
futuristic gull-wing cars, the SHADO interceptors, the Space In-
truder Detector, and installations such as SHADO’s Moonbase
complex have never looked so exciting or so realistic. Nick Fore-
man’s CGI illustrations—the first time this technique has been
used in an official Gerry Anderson book—are accompanied by
detailed notes on design, specification, and performance. Fol-
lowing in the footsteps of The Complete Book of Gerry An-
derson’s UFO, this book will be a must-have purchase for all
true Anderson fans. Chris Bentley was the Chair of Fanderson,
the Official Gerry Anderson Fan Club, for more than 10 years.
He is the author of The Complete Book of Gerry Anderson’s
UFO and The Complete Gerry Anderson. Nick Foreman is
a leading CGI illustration artist, specializing in science fiction
subjects. He is the CG illustrator for The Official Star Wars
Fact File.
Science Fiction • 48 pp • 11 x 14
Illustrations & Photos Throughout
9781905287352 • October • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth
Reynolds & Hearn
Also available:
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Blood Sunset
Jarad Henry
Brilliantly plotted, an accomplished and gripping crime novel featuring a hard-nosed
detective and a death that was anything but accidental.
“Jarad Henry has redefined ‘dangerous,’ and it lurks on the brooding Melbourne
streets—full of gangsters, drug dealers, and alley crawlers.” —Crime Down Under
When a young runaway is found dead one morning, a syringe hanging out of his arm, no
one is terribly shocked. A known junkie, even local detective Rubens McCauley is quick to
conclude that Dallas Boyd died of an accidental overdose. But anomalies in the boy’s death—
and the haunting memory of a childhood friend—continue to nag at McCauley. Unable to
shake his unease, he soon digs deeper into the case and finds himself enmeshed in a secret
network of pedophiles, child abusers, and underage prostitutes. Forced to look evil in the
eye, McCauley must conquer his own demons as he battles to find justice for a young boy
he never even met. Jarad Henry is the author of Head Shot.
Mystery • 336 pp • 5 x 8.5
9781741754209 • November • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin
The Editor
Mari Hannah
Detective Inspector Grace Daniels has just been assigned the biggest case of her career,
but it quickly begins to ravel out of control, with potentially deadly results.
The author is currently collaborating with the BBC on a series of scripts
based on characters in The Editor
Grace Daniels is a career cop, a dedicated, single-minded DI in the murder squad. Unim-
peded by any personal relationships, she commands the respect and loyalty of her team
and seems destined to break through the glass ceiling of the force. Yet her life is shadowed
by the recent death of her mother, her estrangement from her father, and her failure to
solve what appears to be a ritual double murder in the parish church of the sleepy village
where she grew up. Meanwhile, a prominent businessman is found with his brains spat-
tered over the furnishings of his luxury apartment, and Grace is assigned to the high-
profile case as Senior Investigating Officer. But there’s a catch: she knows the victim
personally, and though she ought to disclose the connection to her boss, she remains silent.
As the investigation is underway, it is soon revealed that there is a mole in Grace’s team,
someone working to undermine and discredit her at every opportunity. As the truth emerges
it becomes clear that Grace is far more vulnerable than she appears and is mired in the
kind of trouble that could deprive her of much more than just her job. Mari Hannah is a
former psychotherapeutic counselor for prisoners.
Mystery • 320 pp • 5 x 8
9781905802326 • October • $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper • Myrmidon Books
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DETECTIVE JILL JACKSON MYSTERIES
Leah Giarratano
Leah Giarratano is a former clinical psychologist who specialized in trauma, sex offenses, and psychopathology.
She has assessed and treated survivors of just about every imaginable psychological trauma, including hostages;
war veterans; rape, assault, and accident victims; and has worked with police, fire, and ambulance officers.
“Particularly nasty crime fiction that threatens to keep you awake at night can al-
ways be dismissed with . . . ‘It’s only make-believe.’ No such comfort with a debut
book by Leah Giarratano.” —Sunday Telegraph
When a middle-aged man is brutally murdered in the hills overlooking a children’s pool,
it is immediately clear to Sergeant Jill Jackson that someone has stopped a dangerous pe-
dophile in his tracks. Jill is at first ambivalent about pursuing the killer, but when more
men die—all of them known to police as child sex offenders—she is forced to admit that
a serial killer is on the loose. As the investigation deepens, Jill unearths a long-established
pedophile ring, a club of wealthy men who have thought until now that that they were
untouchable. As she faces predators and their victims, a psychotherapist losing her mind,
and her own nightmares come to life, Jill is forced to decide whether or not she really wants
to catch this killer.
336 pp • 9781741668902 • November
Voodoo Doll
The thrilling follow-up to Vodka Doesn’t Freeze introduces a machete-wielding
psychopath on the loose. Can Sergeant Jill Jackson find the criminal in time?
“Compelling from the opening word . . . an excellent second novel, another strong
psychological thriller that reveals its strength in the exploration of the damaged
mind. Whether it be abuse from childhood or trauma stemming from the horrors of
war or loss of a loved one, Voodoo Doll covers them all, resulting in a power-packed
story.” —Crime Down Under
“Vodka Doesn't Freeze was an exceptional first novel, but Voodoo Doll surpasses
it.” —Murder and Mayhem
A year after the death of the man who abducted her, Sergeant Jill Jackson has been pro-
moted and is stronger than she’s been in years. With the promotion comes a transfer to a
task force targeting gang-related home invasions, a new partner, and some of the grisliest
cases Jill has ever encountered. The gang is believed to be responsible for at least five bru-
tal home invasions over the past two months, the most recent culminating in a vicious ma-
chete attack that left one of the victims crippled. When the violence escalates to murder,
Jill suddenly finds herself hunting a psychopath in a race against time.
320 pp • 9781863255899 • March
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Sherlock Holmes in Russia
Translated by Alex Auswaks
Introduction by George Piliev
Whether it be the ingenious Railroad Thieves or the grim story of The Strangler, these
gripping tales will delight every fan of Sherlock Holmes.
Thanks to the Sherlockian historian George Piliev and translator Alex Auswaks, this remarkable
collection of seven Russian Sherlock Holmes stories is now available in English for the first
time. Piliev tells the fascinating story of how these tales came to be written, in the context
of the Sherlockian phenomenon in Russia. He explains how Holmes reached an even greater
audience when Russian writers decided to transport him and Watson from Baker Street to
Russia, on the premise that they traveled widely in the country and became fluent in the lan-
guage. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson traveled the length of Russia solving the most dif-
ficult and unimaginable cases and pursued all the while by an implacable Russian Moriarty.
Instead of mainly dealing with murders, these stories are more diverse, covering kidnapping,
a strange problem in a shop, theft, and corruption. Alex Auswaks’ novel A Trick of Diamonds
was short-listed for a British Crime Writers Association Award.
Mystery • 224 pp • 6 x 9.5
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62 Great Books from the Iliad to Midnight’s Children
Jane Gleeson-White
From J. K. Rowling’s love of Jane Austen to J. M. Coetzee, whose “top 10” includes
Cervantes and Samuel Beckett, this irresistible companion for all passionate readers
explores why “the canon” is for everyone.
“What makes a classic? For me, it’s a book I can’t imagine having lived without;
a truthful, wholly imagined world, in astonishing language, by a writer unafraid
to probe those things that scare us and scar us and make us human.”
—Charlotte Wood, author, The Submerged Cathedral
Mark Twain defined a literary classic as “something that everybody wants to have read and
nobody wants to read.” But what was true in the 19th century doesn’t hold true today. In our
uncertain modern times, not only do books considered classics still fill the shelves of many book-
shops, but these books continue to exert a powerful influence on contemporary culture—some
in obvious ways, such as the film and television adaptations of the works of Homer, Jane Austen,
George Eliot, Charles Dickens, and Henry James; other in less obvious ways, through their en-
during impact on fellow writers, artists, and musicians. Offering many great contemporary au-
thors’ lists of their favorite classics, this accessible, impassioned, and inspiring guide to the great
books of the past and why they still matter will be eagerly embraced and discussed by pas-
sionate and grateful readers. Jane Gleeson-White is a freelance book editor, writer, and reviewer.
Literary Criticism • 416 pp • 5 x 8
9781741664737 • November • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Vintage Australia
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Agent Provocateur: I
The Secret Life of I: An Erotic Novella
Agent Provocateur
No stone goes unturned in one woman’s riotous romp of sexual exploration.
No one would know from her outward appearance that beneath the surface of this beauti-
ful, assured woman called I boils a cauldron of the senses. After growing bored with her
repetitious life, she decides to explore every aspect of sensual possibility. She tastes the thrill
of sex with a stranger, the rewards to be gained from making love to another woman, and
the curious arousal which may accompany pain or conflict. The story of I is an intense jour-
ney through the erotic zones of the body and the mind. Driven by an insatiable curiosity, she
visits places few have dared to experience but many have longed to encounter. Agent Provo-
cateur (AP) is a globally renowned brand. At the heart of the AP philosophy is a profound
belief in the intimacy of the experience that they offer—their high-quality designer lingerie
is designed to stimulate, enchant, and arouse both wearers and their partners. The company
has become a phenomenal success, with fragrance and beauty lines, a shoe line, an award-
winning website, an expanding collection of books, and more than 40 boutiques worldwide.
Erotica • 136 pp • 4.5 x 7
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Agent Provocateur
Full of short stories and titillating illustrations, this sensuous quarter-bound volume of brand-
new Agent Provocateur erotic literature is dual-sided to represent the darker and lighter sides
of the fantasies within—truly an object of desire.
Agent Provocateur store locations include Boston, Chicago, Costa Mesa,
Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, San Francisco, and Vancouver
It’s showtime! Toss aside your latest read and get to grips with the real thing—Agent Provo-
cateur is back with a beautifully bound collection of their most erotic tales yet. Ever ready to
please and amuse, these tales of lust and adventure will take you out of your daily life and
into the sensuous world of Agent Provocateur. 69 is a flip-sided volume: open the first “pink”
half and titillating tales of the boudoir will delight and amuse; turn the book over and delve
into the “black” side and tales of a darker nature ensue. Written for the modern woman, these
stories allow the reader to live vicariously through the scantily clad and ever-changing erotic
world of Agent Provocateur. Positively bursting with erotic short stories to tantalize and
enthrall, it will broaden your sexual fantasies, and may even inspire the next adventure. Agent
Provocateur (AP) is a globally renowned brand. At the heart of the AP philosophy is a pro-
found belief in the intimacy of the experience that they offer—their high-quality designer
lingerie is designed to stimulate, enchant, and arouse both wearers and their partners. The com-
pany has become a phenomenal success, with fragrance and beauty lines, a shoe line, an award-
winning website, an expanding collection of books, and with more than 40 boutiques worldwide.
Erotica • 288 pp • 6 x 9
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The Tempest
William Shakespeare
Illustrations by Oscar Grillo
A bold and visually stunning version of Shakespeare’s tale of the revenge
of a banished sorcerer.
“Oscar Grillo cannot draw a line without it spitting and spiraling into
a storm of expressive features and skittering bodies. He IS a tempest,
and this adaptation captures the energy and fury of a Globe first-night
performance back in the day.” —Dave McKean, filmmaker and artist
Featuring spectacular and quirky illustrations, this astounding take on Shake-
speare’s famous work reimagines but in no way detracts from the feel of the
original. The full text of the play is worked into this thrilling and visually
stunning graphic novel. Oscar Grillo is a professional animation director and
illustrator. He was awarded the Golden Palm for his work on the film
Seaside Women and contributed to the movie Monsters, Inc.
Graphic Novels • 144 pp • 7 x 9.5 • Four-color Interior
9781904104056 • September • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper
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A Dark Stranger
Julien Gracq
Translated by Christopher Moncreiff
A new translation of a modern classic from the author whom Nicholas Sarkozy, called
one of the greatest French writers of the 20th century.
Fists
Pietro Grossi
Translated by Howard Curtis
In the first English translation of an important new generation Italian author, three short
stories of everyday life present characters bound together by fate and struggling to find a
meaning in human existence.
Three stories present three portraits of young men learning the realities of adult life. Boxing
takes us into the world of gyms, a world of bodies and nerves stretched to the limit, of sac-
rifice and challenge. Two young men confront each other in the fight of their lives: one of
them is well-to-do, a model student whose his skills have never been put to the test; the other,
although poor and deaf, is stubborn, determined, and wins fights easily. Now they face the
ultimate test—the encounter on which not only their present but also their future depends.
Horses presents into the wide open spaces of the countryside. Here, two brothers, both given
horses by their father, confront each other sensing that two different destinies are opening up
for them. The Monkey is about the fragility of identity, the desire to escape it and disappear.
When Nico discovers that his boyhood friend Piero has made the sudden, shocking decision
to become a monkey, he is led to question the basis on which he has lived his own life. Fists
is Pietro Grossi’s second book for which he won the Premio Cocito Monta d’Alba prize. Howard
Curtis is a recipient of the John Florio Italian Translation Prize of the Translators’ Associa-
tion of Great Britain and has been short-listed for the Independent Foreign Fiction Prize.
Fiction • 190 pp • 5 x 8
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Wondrak and Other Stories
Stefan Zweig
These three stories all concern Zweig’s strong antiwar feelings following World War I.
“One hardly knows where to begin in praising Zweig’s work. One gets the im-
pression that he actively preferred to write about women, and about the great
moral crises that send shivers down the spines of polite society.” —Guardian
“In the 1920s and 1930s, Stefan Zweig was one of the most famous writers in
the world. Thanks to the enterprising Pushkin Press, it is now possible to read
the novellas on which his reputation must finally depend.”
—Times Literary Supplement
The artist Ferdinand, central figure of Compulsion, partly reflects Zweig’s own expe-
rience. In the Snow tells of the plight of a group of Jews who freeze to death while
trying to escape a medieval pogrom. In Wondrak, a woman, disfigured since birth,
attempts to save her only child from being drafted into the military. In this newly avail-
able English translation, the reader discovers Zweig’s essential humanist preoccupa-
tions—his compassion toward human suffering, his horror of war and his faith in
idealism, generosity, and love—values that can, in an instant, illuminate an entire ex-
istence. Stefan Zweig (1881–1942) was the author of Amok & Other Stories,
Casanova, Confusion, Fantastic Night & Other Stories, and Twilight.
Fiction • 120 pp • 5 x 8
9781901285864 • November • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Pushkin Press
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Gulliver’s Travels
Jonathan Swift
Foreword by Jeremy Paxman
Both a parody of traveler’s tales and a satire of human nature, this classic is a brilliant
combination of adventure, hilarity, and philosophy.
Shipwrecked and cast adrift, Lemuel Gulliver wakes to find himself on Lilliput, an island in-
habited by little people, whose height makes their quarrels over fashion and fame seem ridicu-
lous. His subsequent encounters—with the crude giants of Brobdingnag, the philosophical
Houyhnhnms and brutish Yahoos—give Gulliver new insights into human behavior. Swift’s
savage satire views mankind in a distorted hall of mirrors as a diminished, magnified, and
bestial species, presenting us with an uncompromising reflection of ourselves. Jonathan Swift
(1667–1745) was one of the most influential political writers of his time. He is best remem-
bered for Gulliver’s Travels and the political satire A Modest Proposal.
416 pp • 9780955915628 • September • $12.95 (Can $14.95)
My Name Is Aram
William Saroyan
A classic portrayal of the immigrant experience, this short story collection is a landmark
reprint from a master writer of the 20th century.
First published to international acclaim in 1940, this is a collection of semiautobiographi-
cal stories about a boy of Armenian descent called Aram Garoghlanian and is set in Fresno,
California. The book is like a novel in that the stories all involve the same character and
are placed in a roughly chronological order; the first story takes place when Aram is nine
years old, the last when he is a young man leaving his hometown for the first time. From
bickering grandparents presiding over a family meeting to the time the circus came to town,
each episode vibrates with warmth and humor, building a rich portrait of Aram’s large fam-
ily and of the immigrant experience in general. This utter delight of a book is as easy to read
today as it was when it was published almost 70 years ago. William Saroyan (1908–1981)
was born in California and was of Armenian-American descent. Saroyan’s mixed ancestry
shaped his career as a writer. My Name Is Aram is widely considered his masterwork.
160 pp • 9780955915635 • September • $12.95 (Can $14.95)
Silas Marner
George Eliot
Foreword by Jane Feaver
First published in 1861, this classic combines humor and rich symbolism with a histori-
cally precise setting to create an extraordinary tale of love and hope.
Falsely accused and cut off from his past, Silas the weaver is reduced to a spider-like exis-
tence, endlessly weaving his web and hoarding his gold. Meanwhile, Godfrey Cass, son of
the squire, contracts a secret marriage. While the village celebrates Christmas and New Year,
two apparently inexplicable events occur. Silas loses his gold and finds a child on his hearth.
The imaginative control George Eliot displays as her narrative gradually reveals causes and
connections has rarely been surpassed. George Eliot (1819–1880) is one of the greatest
English novelists. Her works include Adam Bede, Middlemarch, and The Mill on the Floss.
Jane Feaver is the author of the novel According to Ruth.
272 pp • 9780955915680 • October • $12.95 (Can $14.95)
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Incandescence
Craig Nova
Foreword by William Boyd
Filled with black humor, a gripping story of a bad decision from an acclaimed novelist.
“[Nova’s fiction] is so powerful, so alive, it is a wonder that turning its pages doesn’t
somehow burn one’s hands.” —New York Times
Stargell had it all: a prestigious job at a think tank; a beautiful Greek wife; and money enough
to indulge his expensive tastes. But when he loses his job for using the think tank’s computer
to play the horses, his life starts taking a very definite turn for the worse. Suddenly he’s broke,
his wife is going crazy, and a very determined Lower East Side loan shark has his number. In
the midst of all this danger and chaos, however, the resilient and darkly comic Stargell pushes
his limits while playing it by ear. Stargell is sustained by those rare moments of redeeming grace
when every experience feels vital and valuable, when even in the darkest moments. Craig Nova
is the award-winning author of 11 novels, including Cruisers, The Good Son, and Trombone,
and his writing has appeared in Esquire, Men’s Journal, the New York Times Magazine, and
Paris Review. He lives in Putney, Vermont.
264 pp • 9780955960239 • November • $12.95 (Can $14.95)
Shirley’s Guild
David Pryce-Jones
Foreword by Julie Myerson
A young girl’s apparent supernatural powers cause a chain of unimaginable events.
In an otherwise quiet village, a little girl with red hair and freckles named Shirley inspires a
chain of events that cannot be explained by reason or scientific enquiry. Parents, friends, and
neighbors are convinced by Shirley—often in spite of themselves—until everyone is swept away
into a belief in the child’s miraculous power. The founding of Shirley’s Guild, designed to sup-
port the young girl, prompts a crusade as well as a national scandal, and Shirley’s godmother—
the girl’s chief interpreter and witness—becomes responsible for scenes unimaginable since the
Dark Ages. This striking novel offers an insight into the human need for beliefs and causes,
however irrational. David Pryce-Jones is the author of nine novels, including Safe Houses and
You Can’t Be too Careful, as well as several works of nonfiction, among them Betrayal and The
Closed Circle.
156 pp • 9780955960246 • January • $12.95 (Can $14.95)
“I read this novel when it was first published and can remember clearly what an impres-
sion it left on me.” —P. D. James
“The man-hunt, the trial, the last terrible moments are unforgettable.” —Daily Mirror
Paul Presset cannot resist an open opportunity to rid himself of his overbearing wife. This pow-
erful and haunting novel traces the dawn of motive in his mind through the murder and
resulting manhunt, arrest, trial, and a final, terrible culminating scene. Ernest Raymond (1888–
1974) was a writer and novelist, best known for his 1922 novel Tell England.
512 pp • 9780955960253 • February • $15.95 (Can $17.95)
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Canterbury Tales
Geoffrey Chaucer
Translated by Christopher Lauer
A selection of the most beloved of Chaucer’s famous tales, featuring a lively and acces-
sible new translation.
Unfinished at the time of Chaucer’s death, this inimitable collection of fables, romances, and
sermons has ingrained itself in the English imagination. As a motley crowd of pilgrims—
from nun to knight, miller to monk, clerk to cook—journey from London to Canterbury to
visit the shrine of St. Thomas Becket, they pass the time by telling each other stories. Nar-
rated with a vast variety of tones and featuring themes ranging from the Knight’s traditional
tale of courtly romance to the bawdy wit of the Wife of Bath, the tales form a varied patch-
work of English life with echoes of classical and medieval literature. This thoroughly edited
and extensively annotated edition contains a selection of the most popular tales. Geoffrey
Chaucer (1343–c1400) is known as the father of English literature for his use of the
English vernacular in literature.
660 pp • 9781847490209 • September • $16.95 (Can $18.95)
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Persuasion
Jane Austen
Austen’s last complete novel of love revisited, set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars.
When Anne Elliot chances upon Captain Wentworth, a suitor she was persuaded to reject seven
years earlier, she begins to reflect upon her past decisions and contemplate her marital future.
Vividly depicting the society holiday towns of Lyme Regis and Bath and infused with its
author’s trademark wit, this is an entertaining and enduring account of the dilemmas facing
young women. Thoroughly annotated, this edition also includes a review of Jane Austen’s life
and works, complete with anecdotes and critical perspectives. Jane Austen (1775–1817) was a
renowned novelists whose best-known works include Persuasion, Pride and Prejudice, and Sense
and Sensibility.
272 pp • 16 B/W Illustrations • 9781847490797 • November • $12.95 (Can $14.95)
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Elective Affinities
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Translated by H. M. Waidson
An upright couple must resolve their mutual desire for adultery in this novel noted for
its revolutionary content and structure.
“The boldest and deepest novel of adultery produced by the moral culture
of the West.” —Thomas Mann
Baron Eduard and his second wife Charlotte enjoy a quiet, humdrum existence in their
opulent castle. When he invites his friend the captain and she invites her niece Ottilie to stay
with them, both hosts’ lives turn inside out when they begin to feel attracted to their guests.
Juxtaposing social interactions with scientific principles, this unique novel illustrates the typ-
ically Romantic concern of the individual coming to terms with society. Johann
Wolfgang von Goethe (1749–1832) is widely considered the founder of modern German
literature. His best-known literary works include Faust and The Sorrows of Young Werther.
H. M. Waidson has previously translated Goethe as well as other German and Swiss authors.
Classics • 220 pp • 9781847490988 • November • $14.95 (Can $16.95)
A Slight Misunderstanding
Prosper Mérimée
Translated by Douglas Parmée
A masterpiece of psychological insight and a minutely observed social satire from the
author of Carmen.
Trapped in an unhappy marriage with a boorish, inattentive, and socially ambitious
husband, Julie de Chaverny enjoys a flirtatious dalliance with the elegant Major de Château-
fort. However, the sudden reappearance of an old admirer who has returned from Turkey—
along with a tale of breathtaking derring-do and chivalry to add to his charms—reawakens
in Julie a forgotten passion. She pursues a rash and dangerous course of action, one that
will have tragic consequences. Prosper Mérimée (1803–1870) was a French author and play-
wright. He is best known for his novella Carmen, which became the basis of George Bizet’s
opera of the same name. Douglas Parmée is the author of Chamfort and has translated the
work of Gustave Flaubert, Jules Valles, and several other French authors.
Fiction • 150 pp • 9781847490766 • November • $14.95 (Can $16.95)
Memoirs of a Good-for-Nothing
Joseph von Eichendorff
Translated by Ronald Taylor
Featuring a poetic investigation into nature and existence, this is an acclaimed blend of
bildungsroman and love story.
“Eichendorff breathes the purity of the fairy tale and the folk song . . . a blithe and
happy symbol, touching in his modesty, of a true humanity, a cultured, Romantic
humanity.” —Thomas Mann
Following a row with his father, a young man leaves home, and—following a series of pic-
turesque wanderings—eventually finds love with the girl of his dreams. Deeply imbued with
the style of German Romanticism, this classic story is at once an exhilarating romp and an
exemplary distillation of 19th-century thought. Joseph von Eichendorff (1788–1857) is best
known for his Romantic poetry and prose tales. Ronald Taylor is a scholar and author who
specializes in German intellectual history.
Fiction • 128 pp • 9781847490827 • December • $12.95 (Can $14.95)
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Gulliver’s Travels
Jonathan Swift
Jonathan Swift’s famous and biting faux travelogue featuring a hapless sailor and his varied hosts.
Shipwrecked on an unknown island, Lemuel Gulliver wakes to find himself surrounded by its
six-inch natives, the Lilliputians. But this is only the first in a long line of wonderful lands
Gulliver visits. His adventures take him to Brobdingnag, populated by a race of giants; Lug-
gnagg, home to the eternally ageing Struldbrugs; and the country of the Houyhnhnms, inhab-
ited by benevolent talking horses. Parodying the immensely popular travel novels of its time,
Gulliver’s Travels is not only a tour de force in imaginative and comical writing, but also a mas-
terly, merciless satire on western society and human nature. Jonathan Swift (1667–1745) was
a noted author, poet, political activist, and an ordained priest of the Church of Ireland. He is
best known for his works of satire, including A Modest Proposal.
256 pp • 9781847490889 • November • $11.95 (Can $13.95)
Heart of Darkness
Joseph Conrad
Conrad’s revolutionary novel of race, imperialism, and madness, accompanied by his Congo
Diary and Up-River Book, written during his own African travels.
On a boat near the estuary of the Thames, Marlow tells his traveling companions of his
reconnaissance expedition for a Belgian trading company to its most remote outpost in central
Africa. He had been sent to find the elusive Kurtz, a brilliant idealist gone rogue. Marlow’s
account relates not only the perils he encounters on his quest, but also the deterioration of his
state of mind as he is confronted with a world that is hostile and alien. Renowned for its
stylistic boldness and dramatic descriptions, this is a stark yet subtle examination of the pow-
ers of the subconscious and the workings of Western imperialism. This volume also contains
Conrad’s Congo Diary and Up-River Book, the journal he kept and notes he took while trav-
eling in Africa. Joseph Conrad (1857–1924) was a Polish-born English writer and one of the
leading figures of the Modernist movement.
192 pp • 9781847490896 • September • $11.95 (Can $13.95)
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Paul Morel
D. H. Lawrence
Available for the first time, an early draft of Sons and Lovers, one of the 20th century’s
most poignant novels, accompanied by supporting materials and notes.
Full of powerful, spontaneous, dramatic writing, this early version of D. H. Lawrence’s
popular autobiographical novel Sons and Lovers contains more humor, charm, raw violence,
and nervous energy than its finalized counterpart. It contains many discarded episodes, some
of them stories from Lawrence’s childhood that are not recorded anywhere else. This vol-
ume also includes documents written by Lawrence’s girlfriend Jessie Chambers—the model
for Miriam—in which she gives Lawrence hostile criticisms and writes out her own versions
of some episodes. A fragment of a novel about Lawrence’s mother’s childhood, facsimiles
of manuscript pages, maps, and scholarly notes are also provided. D. H. Lawrence (1885–
1930) was as a pioneer of English Modernism and is best known for his novels Lady Chat-
terley’s Lover, The Rainbow, and Women in Love.
228 pp • 9781847491190 • January • $15.95 (Can $17.95)
The Fox
D. H. Lawrence
A man and an animal besiege the owners of a small farm in this dramatic and taut tale.
Nellie March and Jill Banford manage an ailing Berkshire farm, a task which is made all
the more complicated by the frequent rampages of a local fox through their chicken coop.
When a young soldier turns up and begins to wrest control of the farm by asserting his own
ideas for its management, the two women must find ways to react to this new fox in their
midst. This is a potent study of the question of power and authority, and a realistic por-
trayal of England around the beginning of the Great War. D. H. Lawrence (1885–1930) was
as a pioneer of English modernism and is best known for his novels Lady Chatterley’s Lover,
The Rainbow, and Women in Love.
150 pp • 9781847490964 • November • $12.95 (Can $14.95)
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“E. T. A. Hoffman belongs to that eternal guild of poets and visionaries who take revenge
on the life that is tormenting them by showing it examples of forms more colorful and
diverse than reality can manage to convey.” —Stefan Zweig, author, Chess
The son of a heinous sinner, Medardus is brought up in a monastery to atone for his father’s
wicked ways. After succumbing to temptation, however, Medardus himself is lured into a life
of sin, and he embarks upon a fantastical journey in which he meets his doppelganger, involves
himself in a game of double impersonation, and becomes embroiled in murderous intrigues at
the Vatican. First published in 1815, this is a macabre masterpiece of German literature.
E. T. A. Hoffmann (1776–1822) was a German composer, caricaturist, critic, and author. His
works include The Golden Pot and Other Tales and The Life and Opinions of the Tomcat Murr.
Ronald Taylor is a scholar and author who specializes in German intellectual history.
256 pp • 9781847490841 • October • $16.95 (Can $18.95)
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“The message could be delivered by any present-day liberal, about any extreme pun-
ishment.” —Amnesty International
A man vilified by society and condemned to death for his crime wakes every morning know-
ing that this day might be his last. Graphically detailed, this first-person chronicle describes
both the prisoner’s wretched environment and his thoughts, reminiscences, and despair at
his impending doom. This edition also includes the companion pieces “A Comedy about a
Tragedy” and “Claude Gueux,” a real-life account of an executed criminal in France. Vic-
tor Hugo (1802–1885) is best known for his novels Les Miserables and The Hunchback of
Notre-Dame. Christopher Moncrieff has previously translated the work of Jean-Euphele Milce.
Classics • 150 pp • 9781847491176 • November • $12.95 (Can $14.95)
Lenz
Georg Büchner
Translated by Michael Hamburger
A haunting depiction of a troubled mind’s descent into madness.
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Peter Schlemihl
Adelbert Von Chamisso
Translated by Leopold von Loewenstein-Wertheim
A deal with the devil goes fantastically awry with a bevy of unforeseen consequences.
“A highly original fusion of thriller-writing, social analysis, and meditation on the nature
of truth.” —Spectator
Based on a true story, this haunting tale centers on two brutal murders—the first of a local forester
and the second of a Jewish moneylender near a beech tree—and the impact these events have
on the life of Friedrich Mergel, a herdsman with a turbulent family history. A prototype of the
murder mystery and a thoughtful examination of village society, this intriguing novella
contains hints of the Gothic and the uncanny, including ominous thunderstorms, mysterious
disappearances, eerie doppelgangers and grizzly discoveries, as well as a famously ambiguous
climax. Annette von Droste-Hülshoff (1797–1848) was a German poet and author.
112 pp • 9781847490742 • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95)
The Village
Ivan Bunin
Translated by Hugh Aplin
A new translation of Nobel Prize–winner Ivan Bunin’s first novel.
“An astonishing writer whose work cries out for rediscovery.” —New York Sun
Set during the 1905 Revolution in southwest Russia, this is a bleak and uncompromising
portrayal of the lives of two peasant brothers, “characters sunk so far below the average of in-
telligence as to be scarcely human.” With brutal honesty it reveals the pettiness, violence, and
ignorance of rural farm life. At once nostalgic for a bygone, more innocent age and foreshad-
owing the turbulences of the 20th century, this wrenching novel is a triumph of bitter realism.
Ivan Bunin (1870–1953) was the first Russian writer to win the Nobel Prize for Literature and
is best known for his short stories and novellas. Hugh Aplin previously translated Bunin’s Dark
Avenues as well as works by Mikhail Bulgakov, Fyodor Dostoevsky, and Mikhail Kuzmin.
200 pp • 9781847491046 • February • $14.95 (Can $16.95)
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“Alarcón’s style was original and charming. He is in the first rank of literary men
in Spain.” —New York Times
Based on a famous Spanish folk tale, this romping novella recounts the tribulations of a
lecherous local magistrate as he attempts to have his way with the miller’s beautiful but
devoted wife, with unforeseen and hilarious consequences. A unique blend of slapstick and
comedy of manners, this sharp satire on the corruption of rural officials and the politics of
lust and seduction provides timeless entertainment. Pedro Antonio de Alarcón (1833–1891)
is chiefly remembered for his subtly ironic plots and quintessentially Spanish settings and
characterizations.
120 pp • 9781847490834 • December • $12.95 (Can $14.95)
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Aphorisms
Napoleon Bonaparte
A riveting collection of Napoleon’s most famous axioms and sayings, as collected by
Honoré de Balzac.
Lars Porsena
On the Future of Swearing
Robert Graves
A lively defense of colorful language, old and new.
Equal parts history and absurdity, this tongue-in-cheek treatise laments the decline of swear-
ing and foul language in England and looks back with nostalgia at the glory days of oaths and
blasphemies. Written when censorship in England was still in full sway, this was an impassionate
defense of the foul-mouthed in literature and a resounding attack of hypocrisy and Puritanism.
Robert Graves (1895–1985) was an English poet, translator, and novelist. He is best known for
his World War I memoir Goodbye to All That, as well as his numerous historical novels,
including I, Claudius.
Literary Collections • 150 pp • 9781847490681 • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95)
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The Prince
Niccolò Machiavelli
Translated by J. G. Nichols
From administrating underlings to addressing enemies, an extensive and infamous trea-
tise on governance.
Having spent his entire life in conflict-driven Florence, Niccolò Machiavelli composed this
classic study of power and politics in response to the governmental troubles of his day. Con-
troversial but nonetheless highly influential, this tract has impacted such major figures as
Napoleon, Frederick the Great, and Mussolini. This edition is accompanied by G. W. F. Hegel’s
commentary on Machiavelli in his Constitution of Germany. Niccolò Machiavelli (1469–
1527) was an important figure in the Italian Renaissance best known for his realist politi-
cal philosophy. J. G. Nichols has translated the work of Dante Alighieri, Giacomo Leopardi,
and numerous other Italian authors.
Political Science/Philosophy • 186 pp • 9781847491114 • January • $12.95 (Can $14.95)
Life of Dante
Giovanni Boccaccio
Translated by Philip Wicksteed
A collection of the earliest accounts of Dante’s life and times, featuring the work of Bruni
and Boccaccio.
Leonardo Bruni’s Life of Dante, extracts from Giovanni Villani’s Florentine Chronicles
and Filippo Villani’s Life of Dante, as well as documents preserved in a manuscript of Boc-
caccio are combined in this impressive volume, and together they provide a wealth of insight
and information into Dante’s unique character and life. They address the author’s suscepti-
bility to the torments of passionate love, his involvement in politics, his scholastic enthusi-
asms, military experience, and the stories behind the greatest heights of his poetic
achievements. Not only are these accounts invaluable for their subject matter, they are also
seminal examples of early biographical writing. Also included in this expansive collection is
a biography of Boccaccio himself. Giovanni Boccaccio (1313–1375) is best known for the
Decameron and for championing the use of the Italian vernacular in literature. Philip Wick-
steed (1844–1927) was a literary critic and medievalist.
Biography/Literary Collections • 128 pp • 9781847490919 • October • $12.95 (Can $14.95)
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Man at Leisure
Alexander Trocchi
Introduction by William S. Burroughs
Sepulchres
Ugo Foscolo
Translated by J. G. Nichols
An anthology of the most renowned poems from one of Italy’s most famous and beloved authors.
The most significant and adored works from the popular Italian poet Ugo Foscolo are collected
in this lucid verse translation. Expressing the author’s political, civic, and sentimental concerns,
these poems captivate with their immediacy and intimacy. Each work reveals the inner recesses
of a passionate, restless, and surprisingly modern mind. Ugo Foscolo (1778–1827) is best known
for his long poem On Sepulchres and his unfinished work The Graces. J. G. Nichols has trans-
lated the work of Dante Alighieri, Giacomo Leopardi, and numerous other Italian authors.
Poetry • 120 pp • 9781847490971 • January • $13.95 (Can $15.95)
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HESPERUS MODERN VOICES
HESPERUS WORLDWIDE
Since the launch of its inaugural A Riot of Goldfish The Forest Woman
titles in 2002, Hesperus Press has
Kanoko Okamoto Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
published some 300 works by the
Translates by Keith Vincent Translated by Radha Chakravarty
most insightful and important
Foreword by David Mitchell Foreword by Amit Chaudhuri
authors in literary history, including
D a n t e , D i c k e n s , D o s t o e v s ky, Obsession and desire swirl through A captivating tale of Tantric ritual and
Flaubert, Kafka, Tolstoy, and Woolf. these two novellas by Kanoko Okam- court intrigue, set in eastern India
Building on the diversity for which ato, as she describes Japanese society during the 17th century, this novella
it has come to be recognized, poised in a moment of peace before the shows Calcutta’s most famous novel-
Hesperus Press is delighted to world was torn apart by war. ist at his incisive and alluring best.
announce the launch of a new series: In early 20th-century Japan, the son of Abandoned by his fellow travelers on a
Hesperus Worldwide. With inaugu- lower-class goldfish sellers falls in love tiger-ridden shore in eastern Bengal, the
ral titles from Argentina, Bengal, and with the beautiful daughter of his rich narrator stumbles across a strange, beau-
Japan, spanning three centuries and patron. After he is sent away to study the tiful woman, Kapalkundala. But she has
by luminaries ranging from Nobel science of goldfish breeding, with strict been enslaved by a priest who plans to sac-
laureate Rabindranath Tagore to orders to return and make his patron’s rifice them both in an esoteric rite. The
star of contemporary Latin Ameri- fortune, he vows to devote his life to only way for Kapalkundala and the
can fiction Eduardo Belgrano Raw- producing one ideal, perfect goldfish narrator to escape is by marrying each
son, the series marks an exciting new specimen to reflect his loved-one’s beauty. other and traveling on to town in disguise.
departure for Hesperus. Through This poignant and deft tale is presented As soon as they reach the road, however,
Hesperus Worldwide, the Press will en- along with the story of a pauper from they encounter a second woman laden
able great works of literature to bridge Kyoto who teaches himself to be an with jewels and as beguiling, to the
gaps to reach their deserved audiences. accomplished chef. Kanoko Okamoto narrator, as the first. Apparently a
(1889–1939) was a Japanese poet, nov- Muslim aristocrat from the court of
elist, and scholar of Buddhism whose Emperor Akbar, she appears to know
prose works examine the relationships be- more about the narrator than she should.
tween the classes and sexes in her con- Bankim Chandra Chatterjee (1838–1894)
temporary Japan. The twice-Booker was a prolific and important Bengali
short-listed author of Black Swan Green, writer who pioneered novel-writing in
Cloud Atlas, Ghostwritten, and Num- Bengal. Amit Chaudhuri is the award-
ber9Dream, in 2007 David Mitchell was winning author of Freedom Song and A
listed among Time magazine’s 100 Most New World and the editor of The Vintage
Influential People in the World. Book of Modern Indian Literature.
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CONTEMPORARY
Boyhood Days Washing Dishes An Awkward Age
Rabindranath Tagore in Hotel Paradise Anna Starobinets
Translated by Radha Chakravarty Eduardo Belgrano Rawson Translated byr Hugh Aplin
Foreword by Amartya Sen Translated by Rosie Marteau A gripping collection of fantastical
A fresh and idiomatic translation A charming and disarming snapshot stories that blur the imaginary and the
of the Nobel Laureate’s enchanting of lives in contemporary Argentina. real; nominated for the prestigious
memoir of his childhood in Calcutta. National Bestseller prize in Russia
A sailor makes his way along the even before it was published.
Best known internationally for his revo- Uruguayan coast of the Río de la Plata.
lutionary poetry, Rabindranath Tagore is Reaching the radio station Pacheco, a “Anna Starobinets stands apart
also well known for the school and stopping point for all mariners wishing to from other genre writers thanks
university he founded in the Bengal coun- contact the mainland, he places a call to his to her ability to write in a good,
tryside. Seen through the amused eyes of wife. When a male voice answers, and the unpolluted and idiomatic Russian.”
a precocious young boy growing up in line falls dead immediately afterwards, —Moscow Times
turn-of-the-century Calcutta, this the seaman begins to wonder whether it is The title story of this enthralling compila-
memoir describes the joint family he the technology or his wife’s fidelity that he tion spins the tale of a boy growing into
grew up in, the city he played in, and the must doubt. Fusing wit, tenderness, disil- adolescence whose body appears to have
school he was sent to against his will. It lusionment, and passion, the vignettes in been taken over by a colony of ants. His
is an exquisite portrait of both Tagore’s this volume are united by Belgrano’s idio- diary—initially expressed in the barely
childhood and his country, India, at a syncratic and award-winning narrative literate tones of a young child—becomes
turning point in its history. Rabindranath style. Engaging with Argentinian popular more accomplished and assured as the
Tagore (1861–1941) was a poet and culture and history, the author presents a protagonist matures and eventually begins
novelist, and the first Asian to win the cast of characters variously engaged in re- to give way to the voice of the ruler of the
Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. His habilitation, subterfuge, affairs of the heart, anthill. Featuring a direct, commendably un-
best-known works include Gitanjali and and even, unwittingly, cinematography. pretentious, and convincing style, the tales
The Home and the World. Eduardo Belgrano Rawson is among the use recognizably modern Russian settings
Autobiography • 112 pp • 5 x 8 leading lights of contemporary Latin Amer- to explore the contemporary condition of
9781843918509 • November ican fiction. Born in Argentina, he worked man both in Russia and further afield. Anna
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fore embarking on a career as a novelist.
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You Remind Me of Marilyn Monroe
Steven Berkoff
A revealing and personal collection of poems from actor and playwright Steven Berkoff.
From sensuous, stream-of-consciousness declarations of love to brooding meditations
on the wreckage of a relationship, this collection of verse from Steven Berkoff provides
an intimate glimpse into the thoughts, pains, and passions of the acclaimed playwright
and actor. Never before published together, these poems make use of the sexual, vio-
lent, and visceral language that is so characteristic of his plays in order to explore ex-
tremely personal themes. The result is a passionate and captivating collection. Steven
Berkoff has appeared in such films as Octopussy and A Clockwork Orange, and is the
author of numerous plays, including Sturm und Drang and The Secret Love Life of Ophe-
lia. He is also the author of the memoirs Tough Acts and Shopping in the Santa Mon-
ica Mall and of the short story collection Graft.
Poetry • 66 pp • 5 x 8
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A Country Cotillion
Sandra Heath
As the widow of an irresistible and infamous libertine, Elizabeth became accustomed
both to cruelty and to passion—two things she suddenly recognizes in a would-be
suitor.
“Heath has a fine writing style that captures the atmosphere perfectly . . . a very
enjoyable read.” —Regency Reviews on A Commercial Enterprise
Beautiful Elizabeth French had learned both the pleasure and pain of love as the bride
of James French. But now that irresistible and infamous libertine was dead—and Eliz-
abeth chose to wed a handsome lord as different from James as day from night. Sir
Alexander Norrington was dark where James had been so fiercely exciting. Surely it
was better thus, Elizabeth told herself—until she met Marcus Sheridan, the Duke of
Arlington, who was so much like James as to set Elizabeth’s pulse racing, even as she
desperately tried not to fall prey again to a man who would win her heart only to break
it. Sandra Heath is the award-winning author of more than 60 novels, including Break-
ing the Rules, Easy Conquest, Playing with Fire, and Second Thoughts. She is a past
winner of the Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Awards for Best Regency
Author and Best Regency Romance.
Romance • 224 pp • 6 x 9.5
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A Dedicated Scoundrel
Anne Barbour
He called himself John Smith, but to Catherine his name was temptation.
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A Rake’s Reform
Anne Barbour
An unlikely romance ignites between a spirited young woman and a notoriously libertine lord.
“With her typical wit and humor, Barbour . . . has penned a delightful, well-written
Regency featuring a pair of engaging protagonists (who both reform), a well-drawn group
of secondary characters, and an interesting element of Regency feminism.“ —Library Journal
When Charles Trent, the Earl of Bythorne and Britain’s premier rake, plummeted into Hester
Blayne’s life, he proved to be as wicked and arrogant, not to say breath-stoppingly handsome
as expected. The man actually expected her to take his earnest ward under her wing and
persuade the damsel to marry the man of his choice. For his part, Trent found England’s
premier feminist firebrand absolutely infuriating. She was plain, dedicated to her philosophy,
and completely unimpressed by his charm. It was not long, however, before Hester realized
that beneath Trent’s handsome exterior lay a man of sensitivity and warmth. For his part, Trent
soon abandoned his prejudice against plain, dedicated firebrands and found himself drawn to
Hester’s wit, charm, and intelligence. And come to think of it, she really wasn’t all that plain,
was she? The battle of the sexes was about to claim two more victims, but who would be the
first to concede defeat? Anne Barbour is the Romantic Times Best Regency of the Year Award–
winning author of numerous romances, including Buried Secrets, A Man of Affairs, and Miss
Prestwick’s Crusade. She lives in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
Romance • 224 pp • 6 x 9.5
9780709084693 • November • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Robert Hale
“Hendrickson’s latest satisfyingly sweet Regency includes a pinch of mystery and some
delightful secondary characters.” —Booklist on Tabitha’s Tangle
Rich and beautiful Claire Fairchild seeks diversion in Bath, desiring a change from her sister’s
children. En route someone abandons an infant in her carriage prior to her departure from a
Marlborough inn. The mystery deepens when no parents or nanny can be discovered. What to
do? Once in Bath, Richard Talbot, an old friend, offers his help to solve the mystery. But after
they confront the suspected villain, they find their lives in danger. Following several assassin
attempts, Claire discovers Richard’s strength most comforting! Richard finds Claire even more
enchanting than when they first met, and longs to make her his. Between the gossips of Bath
and the danger of their quest, will they survive to make this possible? Emily Hendrickson’s
other romances include The Ivory Dragon, Lord Huntingdon’s Legacy, The Rake’s Revenge,
and Tabitha’s Tangle. She is the recipient of the Colorado Romance Writer’s Award of Excel-
lence for The Debonair Duke. She lives in Reno, Nevada.
Romance • 224 pp • 6 x 9.5
9780709082835 • December • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Robert Hale
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Red Dress Walking
S. A. Jones
A playful, engrossing novel about the power of books, love, relationships, breakdowns,
and break-ups.
Alice in La La Land
Sophie Lee
Hollywood is anything but easy street for an aspiring actress in this comic story from
acclaimed film star Sophie Lee.
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Gucci Mamas
Cate Kendall
Welcome to the world of the Carpark Mafia, the Mothers Superior, and all the other
pressures of being the perfect, status-obsessed parent.
“A satirical and incisively witty take on the status-obsessed mothers who gather in
gaggles around the gates of private schools.” —Courier Mail
“It's the juicy detail that counts and really makes this worth reading. There's Prada,
passion, bitching, adultery, cosmetic surgery, people's horrible pasts coming to get
them, and moments of high medical drama—it's all here between the covers. Gucci
Mamas is trash and treasure all at once and it doesn't get much better than that.”
—Newcastle Herald
“A cheeky tale of the cashed up, socially elevated label- and looks-driven set of society
[moms] . . . a fun read.” —Herald Sun
Once a down-to-earth girl, Mim Woolcott now keeps Prada, Louis Vuitton, and numerous
day spas in business as her life has descended into a merry-go-round of shopping, backstabbing,
and snobbery. In between keeping up with the Joneses, cracks are starting to show in Mim’s
perfect life as money gets tighter and her husband works ever longer hours. If her two best
friends have similar problems, Mim would never know: the Gucci Mamas are far too busy
picking outfits and having manicures to notice each other’s troubles. Something’s got to give,
and it will take a catastrophic, life-changing event to bring Mim to her senses. Cate Kendall
is the pen name for the writing team Lisa Blundell and Michelle Harmer. They are the au-
thors of Versace Sisters.
Fiction • 336 pp • 5 x 8
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Versace Sisters
Cate Kendall
High fashion and high drama collide in this novel about the difficulties of life at the top.
“Versace Sisters could certainly be filed under the genre chick-lit. It is in the same vein
as Candace Bushnell’s One Fifth Avenue and the popular television show Desperate
Housewives . . . Recommended to any fan of Marian Keyes and others of her ilk.”
—Boomerang Books
From the backwaters to the sophisticated streets of the city, sisters Bellarene and Serandip-
ity have come a long way. Sera’s friends, work, home, and even her children are beautiful
and well styled, but she finds herself stretched to the limit as she goes to extreme lengths to
maintain the illusion of a flawless life. No wonder she relies on her friends from Stitch ‘n’
Bitch, a weekly knitting group that seems to produce lots of gossip, but few handicrafts. The
group is composed of Sera’s best friend, the ditzy Mallory; flight attendant Chantrea, who
balances full-time work, single parenthood, and plenty of guilt about her child-care choices;
single-dad Sam; and the uptight Jacqueline, the cookie-cutter version of 1950s housewife per-
fection. All Sera wants is to be perfect, but a little secret continues to haunt her past. Cate
Kendall is the pen name for the writing team Lisa Blundell and Michelle Harmer. They are
the authors of Gucci Mamas.
Fiction • 320 pp • 5 x 8
9781863256186 • January • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Random House Australia
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Avoiding Mr Right
Anita Heiss
Featuring an aboriginal heroine, a tale of putting career before love, and the rather
difficult consequences.
Peta Tully has found her Mr. Right; the only trouble is, she’s not sure she’s ready to
settle down. So when she’s offered a contract that just might win her the job of her dreams,
she puts her city life on hold, packs her bags and jumps on a plane, leaving her doting
boyfriend behind. Peta takes a voluntary vow of celibacy, but sticking to it proves harder
than she imagines. This is Anita Heiss’s second novel about Peta, Alice, Liza, and
Dannie: four deadly, 30-something chicks from Sydney’s eastern beaches. The first novel
is Not Meeting Mr Right. Anita is a writer and poet, the coeditor of Anthology of Aus-
tralian Aboriginal Literature, and the author of I’m Not Racist, But . . .
Fiction • 362 pp • 5 x 8
9781863256049 • November
$15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Bantam Australia
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Dear Everybody
Michael Kimball
An intense and heartbreaking novel from one of the brightest and most unusual voices
in American fiction, newly released in paper.
“There is a whole life contained in this slim novel, a life as funny and warm and sad
and heartbreaking as any other, rendered with honest complexity and freshness by
Kimball’s sharp writing.” —Los Angeles Times
“In addition to writing stunning prose, Kimball evocatively hints at entire physical
and emotional worlds lying just behind his story’s surface. In many cases, the author’s
verbal compression both amplifies and dampens the tragic clamor of Jonathon’s letters
. . . they harbor such a strange emotional power that you’ll find them hard to forget.”
—Time Out New York
“A reader can only embrace the open-armed Dear Everybody . . . In Bender’s unsent
letters of apology or thanks, Michael Kimball transforms the familiar into the strange
again and the simplest confessions are made moments of sublime wonder. Hold on to
this book.” —Christine Schutt, author, Florida, a National Book Award finalist, and
winner of the O. Henry Prize and Pushcart Prize
Tracing the nuances of a short-lived life, this involving and sympathetically written novel
maintains a tone of finely judged tension between laughter and tears. Jonathon Bender had
something to tell the world, but the world wouldn’t listen. However, he left behind him
unsent letters addressed to relatives, friends, neighbors, coaches, teachers, classmates, pro-
fessors, roommates, psychiatrists, employers, his younger self, former girlfriends, his ex-wife,
a TV station, and God, among many others. This unsent correspondence forms the narra-
tive of a remarkable life. Michael Kimball is the author of How Much of Us There Was and
The Way the Family Got Away. He lives in Baltimore.
Fiction • 256 pp • 5 x 8 • Alma Books
New in Paper: 9781846880834 • March • $14.95 (Can $16.95)
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Okei
Mitsugu Saotome
A sweeping novel of epic history and romance set in a period in which Japan made its
transformation from the medieval period to the modern age.
Set in the midst of samurai warfare in the mountainous region of Aizu in the late 19th
century, Okei recounts the coming of age of a young peasant girl Okei, who falls desper-
ately in love with the fierce warrior Sanasuma Kingo, only to learn that the world she
inhabits has no place for love. The two live in entirely different worlds, and Okei must learn
to understand both the nature of her hidden feelings rising within her and the arcane codes
and honor system of the samurai. As the forces of the old Tugokawa order struggle to con-
tain the imperialist army, Okei and her rural community find that exile to the New World
may be their only remaining chance of survival. Epically capturing the character of a coun-
try in the midst of revolution and faced with the onset of modernity, Mitsugu Saotome’s
masterful novel manages to blend vivid historical detail with a timeless tale of romance,
self-discovery, and growing up. Mitsugu Saotome (1926–2008) is an author of historical
fiction, focusing on Japan’s Warring States period and the transition from the premodern
Tokugawa to the modern Meiji (1868–1912) era. He won the prestigious Naoki Prize for
his 1968 Kyojin no ori (The Cage of the Traveler).
Fiction • 352 pp • 5 x 8
9781846880704 • October • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Alma Books
“Any woman who ever had her heart cracked open by a man should read The Ice
Chorus, and the rest should too.” —Nuala O’Faolain, author, My Dream of You
“Stonich . . . pays homage to the Irish storytelling tradition in this sophisticated and
fully realized tale of love and forgiveness . . . Midlife renewal and the power of art
to transform life are celebrated in this bittersweet tale.” —Publishers Weekly
“Stonich effortlessly conjures multiple vivid settings and uncommonly interesting
characters . . . A subtle, lovely evocation of the transforming power of love.”
—Booklist
Liselle never meant to fall in love. When she accompanied her archaeologist husband on a
dig in Mexico, she didn’t expect to meet Charlie—a talented, fiercely intelligent painter who
sees her in a way that her husband never has. Liselle enters into a brief but intense affair
with him that shocks her into living again. Liselle then travels to a remote village on the
west coast of Ireland. She gradually becomes acquainted with some of the locals, whose
wholehearted charm and colorful stories revive her spirits and inspire her to make a
documentary about their interwoven tales of romance. While she explores her fascinating
new surroundings, Liselle comes to confront her own tumultuous past and her feelings for
Charlie, the Welsh painter who rekindled her passions in Mexico, realizing that to tell the
stories of others, she must first reveal her own. Sarah Stonich’s first novel, These Granite
Islands, was translated into seven languages. It was a Barnes & Noble “Discover Great New
Writers” selection, a Book Sense 76 Top Ten Pick, a finalist for France’s prestigious Grand
Prix Letrices d’Elle, and a “2001 Friends of American Writers” Best Novel. She lives in
Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Fiction • 350 pp • 5 x 8
9781846880827 (Replaces 9780316815550) • September
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The Rat Killer
Alexander Terekhov
A brilliant depiction of a small, rat-infested, industrial satellite town reveals both the
absurdity and horror of postcommunist Russia.
“I like The Rat-Killer . . . I always do like these sardonic Russian tales—a genre on their
own—that take satire to its extreme.” —Doris Lessing, Nobel Prize–winner in Literature
“Fine satire in a Gogol-esque vein.” —Guardian
“Funny, crazy, and wonderfully unpredictable.” —Times
“Packed with forceful imagery and the slang of modern Russian . . . a racy read
which is at the same time an extended metaphor and a satirical novel very much
in the Russian tradition.” —Moscow Times
Rats and human beings aren’t always that far apart from each other. As the political
intrigue of phantasmagorical postcommunist reality develops into nightmare, the greed,
cunning, and malice of the humans more and more resemble the behavior of the large com-
munities of destructive rodents, while the rats acquire more and more human features.
Svetloyar is bidding to be included in the list of historical towns making up Russia’s
famous “Golden Ring,” a lucrative tourist route around Moscow. Aside from the prob-
lem that it has no history, having been entirely constructed during the Stalinist period, the
place is overrun by rats and two pest-controllers are summoned from Moscow. What
follows is an astute interrogation of the nature of both humanity and history, as the nar-
rator’s desire for the regional dictator’s wife sits subtly alongside his perpetual
concern for the destruction of rats. While clearly in the classical Russian tradition, the
novel also incorporates the more experimental and satirical aesthetic of Soviet writers such
as Bulgakov, and as the narrator’s perception of reality becomes increasingly warped, so
does our experience of the almost comically grotesque landscape around him. Alexander
Terekhov’s short stories have been translated into French, German, and English.
Fiction • 352 pp • 5 x 8
9781846880537 • November • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Alma Books
“Pulp Fiction meets The Wind in the Willows.” —Jake Arnott, author,
The Long Firm trilogy
“The memorable feat of a quirky and engaging imagination.” —Sir Roy Strong
Max has made a name for himself as a rabid psychopath who has used random acts of
violence to instigate a campaign of terror. He feels his blood-thirsty reputation is undeserved
and wants to set the record straight. A quirky tale filled with black humor, this is the story
of a ermine and his struggles with injustice. Chips Hardy is a playwright and television writer.
Oscar Grillo is a professional animation director and illustrator. He was awarded the Palme
d’ Or for his work on the film Seaside Women and has contributed to Monsters, Inc.
Fiction • 240 pp • 5.5 x 8.5
9781904104032 • September • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Cloth • Can of Worms Press
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Sharaf
Raj Kumar
The first volume of a gripping trilogy set in the U.S. and the Middle-East, this is a story
of love, loyalty, intrigue, suspicion, and intolerance.
Maryam is the beloved daughter of Ibrahim, a high-ranking officer in the Saudi Arabian
army. Ibrahim dotes on Maryam, his pride in her learning, wisdom, and independent spirit
sharpened by the death of his elder son. Despite the love she shares with her family, the
respect she has for her Arabian culture, and her loyalty to Islam, Maryam yearns for travel
and the opportunity to continue her education in Europe. Before she can pursue her dreams,
Ibrahim announces Maryam’s betrothal, her hand the fulfillment of a solemn promise made
before Maryam was born to a man who once saved his life. Maryam endeavors to stifle her
bitter disappointment and to honor her father’s wishes, but soon after she meets Ben, an
American Jewish dentist. As Ben and Maryam pursue an increasingly intimate clandestine
relationship they dare to dream of freedom and a life together. Soon Ben attracts the
attention of the Muttawa—the feared Saudi religious police—and when Maryam discovers
that she is pregnant, she knows that she now faces a terrifying ordeal. Raj Kumar is an artist
and designer who met his wife while living and working in Saudi Arabia.
Fiction • 448 pp • 5 x 8
9781905802333 • January • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Myrmidon Books
The Biographer
Virginia Duigan
Featuring a passionate love story, ambition, and intrigue, this is a moving investigation
of human frailty.
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The Book of Emmett
Deborah Forster
Forster’s debut novel is a powerful and emotional work that begins with the funeral
of Emmett, the protagonist.
“Deborah Forster is a writer in a class of her own . . . [she] has used an angel’s phrase-
book to make a story that’s as beautiful as hope, as real as truth.”
—Kaz Cooke, author, Kid Wrangling
“Brilliant. A story of such gently savage emotional intensity it stays with you long after
you've turned the last page.” —Susan Duncan, author, Salvation Creek
Emmett Brown was a charming young man who quoted poetry and read to his wife and young
family from the great novels of the world. But failed efforts to win a fortune at the race-
tracks turned Emmett into a broken-down, gambling drunk who terrorized his wife and
children. Starting at Emmett’s funeral and reflecting back, the two eldest Brown children—
Louise and Rob—recount the rise and fall of their family. Each of Emmett’s children must
address the fallout of Emmett, and each comes to discover that they loved and learned from
their father in both his golden and his dark days. Deborah Forster is a former journalist.
Fiction • 304 pp • 5 x 8
9781741667868 • January • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Vintage Australia
Punk Fiction
An Anthology of Short Stories Inspired by Punk Rock
Edited by Janine Bullman
Foreword by Johnny Marr
Featuring a foreword by legendary Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr, a collection of punk-
inspired short stories by more than 30 acclaimed musicians and artists.
The legacy of punk rock is not merely musical but in fact can be found in an astounding
variety of cultural media, including literature. From a cast of authors at the forefront of
contemporary popular culture who have been—and continue to be—influenced by punk music,
each tale in this dazzling collection of short stories has been inspired by a punk song. With
contributors ranging from Kele Okereke of Bloc Party to Billy Bragg and Lydia Lunch, this
is a fantastic and fascinating look at the dramatic impact punk rock has made on today’s
artists, musicians, and authors. Janine Bullman runs the newly established music PR agency
Notorious PR, whose list of clients include Johnny Marr, Bloc Party, and the Rakes to name
a few. She has garnered a decade’s worth of experience as a press agent via her work with
everyone from Elvis Presley to the Libertines. Johnny Marr rose to fame as the guitarist for
the Smiths, where he formed a prolific songwriting partnership with Morrissey. He is
currently in the band the Cribs.
Fiction/Music • 288 pp • 5 x 7
9781906032661 • September • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Cloth • Portico
Crap Lyrics
A Celebration of the Very Worst Pop Lyrics of All Time . . . Ever!
Johnny Sharp
The very best of the very worst music has to offer, including awkward phrases, clumsy
clichés, and mixed metaphors.
Songwriters often don’t seem to bother with the basic laws of the English language. Bob Dylan
is famous for “Blowing in the Wind” but less known for his quite original line “wiggle,
wiggle, like a bowl of soup;” Duran Duran sang “you’re about as easy as a nuclear war” in
“Is There Something I Should Know,” and Spandau Ballet even named a song, “Instinction,”
which is in fact not a real word. The airwaves are crammed with terrible titles and non-
sensical lyrics, and this hilarious compendium catalogs and identifies the very worst offenders.
Johnny Sharp is a music critic who writes regularly for the Daily Telegraph, the Guardian,
and Q magazine.
Music/Humor • 192 pp • 5 x 8
9781906032593 • November • $12.95 (Can $14.95) Paper • Portico
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Fortunate Son
The Unlikely Rise of Keith Urban
Jeff Apter
From his unusual Aussie roots to his worldwide success, a close look
at the life of one of country music’s most astounding stars.
“If you only ever read gossip magazines, you'd be forgiven for as-
suming that Keith Urban is nothing more than a put-upon cuckold.
Ditch Woman's Day and get the real skinny on the Aussie country
star.” —Rolling Stone
“What did Keith Urban ever do to Jeff Apter? Surely nothing to war-
rant the mullet sporting gap-toothed snap in this bare-all bio's cen-
terfold! It's unforgiving, as are all the normally hush-hush details of
his life splattered across its pages.” —OK! magazine
Born in New Zealand in 1967 and raised in Australia, Keith Urban has
unlikely roots for one of the world’s biggest country music stars. His suc-
cess is undeniable: to date he has sold more than five million albums, writ-
ten five number-one singles, and his shows sell out in minutes to throngs
of country fans across the U.S. His very public relationship with Nicole
Kidman—whom he married in an A-list affair in 2006—earned Urban a
totally new audience, with gossip magazines across the planet tracking their
relationship and the recent birth of their long-wished-for child, Sunday Rose.
Frank, this insider’s biography reveals how Keith Urban lived out his child-
hood dream, as well as the price he’s had to pay to reach the top of the
music business. Jeff Apter is a former music editor at Rolling Stone and
has contributed to Vogue and GQ magazines. He is the author of several
music biographies, including The Dave Grohl Story, Jeff Buckley, and A
Pure Drop.
Biography/Music • 320 pp • 6 x 9 • 26 Color Photos • 4 B/W Photos
9781741668087 • September • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper
William Heinemann Australia
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The Smiths
Songs That Saved Your Life
Revised edition
Simon Goddard
Now corrected and revised to include interviews with guitarist Johnny Marr and pro-
ducer John Porter and previously unpublished stills of the band.
“Pegg eloquently catalogues Bowie’s proclivity for making radical jumps from one
musical and fashion motif to another.” —Publishers Weekly
From the 11-year-old’s skiffle performance at the 18th Bromley Scouts’ Summer Camp
in 1958 to the 57-year-old’s health problems on the 2004 world tour and subsequent
low-key activities, this book discusses and dissects every last move in rock’s most fas-
cinating career. A detailed production history and analysis is presented for each album,
from 1967’s David Bowie to 2003’s Reality, as well as the recent Best of Bowie DVD
and the anniversary reissues of classic albums such as Aladdin Sane and Black Tie White
Noise. Hundreds of individual entries reveal the facts and anecdotes behind specific
songs—not just the famous recordings, but also the most obscure of unreleased rari-
ties, from “Absolute Beginners” to “Ziggy Stardust” and from “Abdulmajid” to “Zion.”
Other incredibly detailed subjects covered include the tours—set lists and histories of
every live show and Bowie as actor—a complete guide to his stage and screen work,
the videos, the BBC radio sessions, the paintings, the internet, and, for true Bowie fa-
natics, the most exhaustive day-by-day calendar of Bowie’s career ever published. Nicholas
Pegg is an actor, playwright, theater director, and journalist.
Biography/Music • 660 pp • 7.5 x 9
9781905287970 (Replaces 9781905287154) • November
$29.95 (Can $32.95) Paper • Reynolds & Hearn
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Dancing in the Darkness
Frankie Poullain
After rocketing to dizzying heights of fame overnight and barely surviving it, the one-time pi-
rate bass warrior of the Darkness offers an illustrated alternative self-help book based on the
philosophy of disaster.
This is one man’s guide to begging for sex, smuggling drugs, and pretending to be rock ‘n’ roll—
just take up what you are worst at, hold on tight, and enjoy the ride! In this offbeat, hilarious,
harebrained manual on fame, fortune, and the universe, Frankie offers a unique slant on the big-
ger questions in life in an attempt to help readers (and himself) arrive at a greater understand-
ing of the world through the excesses of sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll. Thanks to a revolutionary
process called the Mind Sweeper, devised by his Polish cleaner, he is able to make sense of his
life before, during, and after “that band” he played in. Frankie Poullain was a Venezuelan tour
guide until he was bullied into playing bass guitar for glam-metal pranksters the Darkness.
Autobiography/Music • 196 pp • 5 x 7 1/2 • 43 Line Drawings
9781844545445 • September • $22.95 (Can $25.95) Cloth • John Blake
Amy Winehouse
The Biography
Chas Newkey-Burden
The tumultuous life of the beehived singer and songwriter, now a five-time Grammy Award winner.
An indisputable musical icon and controversial celebrity figure, Amy Winehouse’s unique blend
of jazz, pop, and soul singing and songwriting have brought her a host of awards—including
two prestigious Ivor Novellos and five Grammys—as well as an army of committed fans who
adore her rich voice and painfully honest lyrics. Meanwhile, wild stories about her turbulent
and hedonistic personal life have kept Amy in the headlines. She is a daily fixture in the tabloids
and a fascination of celebrity magazines, yet she also holds the respect of many serious musi-
cians. This remarkable biography traces the life of the tattooed wonder from her childhood pranks
in north London through her days at the Sylvia Young Theatre School and her time spent work-
ing with pop impresario Simon Fuller, up to the talented and rebellious Amy Winehouse of today.
Chas Newkey-Burden is the author of Paris Hilton and Great Email Disasters and coauthor of
Not in My Name: A Compendium of Modern Hypocrisy. He has interviewed and profiled a host
of celebrities, including David Beckham, Ricky Gervais, and Jenna Jameson.
Biography/Music • 288 pp • 5 x 8 • 32 Color Photos • John Blake
New in Paper: 9781844547210 • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95)
Cloth: 9781844545636 • Available • $26.95 (Can $29.95)
Madonna v Guy
The Inside Story of the Most Sensational Divorce in Showbiz
Douglas Thompson
Exclusive interviews with the Material Girl’s family, friends, lovers, enemies, and colleagues
help tell the story of the clash of cultures that ended the Mr. and Mrs. Madonna fairy tale.
Cynics predicted instant doom for macrobiotic Madonna and pub-loving moviemaker Guy Richie’s
union, but it lasted almost eight extraordinary years, all kicked off by a four-day celebrity car-
nival of a Highland marriage at a historic Scottish castle. The phenomenal partnership of the
self-created entertainment sensation and the very British bloke remains a global fascination. Its
conclusion has only heightened the interested of what went on—and what went wrong—during
the marriage. This roller-coaster ride of a story covers Madonna’s private life in America and
London, her tastes, tantrums, fears, joys, and the truth behind her turbulent relationships. Hav-
ing reported on Madonna for nearly two decades, Douglas Thompson now gives the full account
of their turbulent time together. He explains why Madonna, the mistress of reinvention, decided
at 50 to rewrite the midlife rules. He is the author of more than 20 books, including Clint East-
wood and Leonardo DiCaprio.
Biography/Music • 288 pp • 5 x 8 • 16 Color Photos
9781844547913 • September • $13.95 (Can $15.95) Paper • John Blake
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The Complete Kylie Minogue
Simon Sheridan
A detailed retrospective of all the performer’s TV acting roles, big-screen-movies, albums,
singles, and live concerts, complete with lavish photographs and rare memorabilia.
English Gothic
A Century of Horror Cinema
Jonathan Rigby
Foreword by Barbara Shelley
Afterword by David McGillivray
“Don’t even try to discuss British horror films until you’ve read it.” —SFX
“Jonathan Rigby . . . buries any lingering doubts about his country’s unique and con-
siderable contributions to the genre. A deliciously chilling ride.” —Publishers Weekly
“Authoritative . . . an essential purchase.” —Empire
“A major achievement.” —Film Review
“I cannot recommend it highly enough.” —Shivers
The British horror film is almost as old as cinema itself. From its 19th-century beginnings
to the present day, this expanded and updated history of the rise and fall of the genre en-
compasses the lost films of the silent era, the Karloff and Lugosi chillers of the 1930s, the
lurid Hammer classics, and the explicit shockers of the 1970s. Jonathan Rigby applies his
incisive scrutiny to a selection of 100 crucial movies from the genre’s boom period—1954
to 1975—before considering more recent titles such as Shaun of the Dead. Filled with film
posters, stills, and behind-the-scenes shots, this entertaining and revealing study sheds new
light on British cinema’s most successful—and most misunderstood—export. Jonathan Rigby
is the author of American Gothic and Christopher Lee. Barbara Shelley was dubbed the First
Lady of British Horror for her roles in such Hammer films as Dracula, Prince of Darkness,
and The Gorgon. David McGillivray is a screenwriter, film critic, and the author of Doing
Rude Things.
Film • 272 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • 200 Color Illustrations
9781905287093 (Replaces 9781905287369) • December • $32.95 (Can $36.95) Paper
Reynolds & Hearn
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HOLLYWOOD FILMMAKING
Joel Finler
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REX COLLECTIONS
Ray Tedman
Johnny Depp
From Edward Scissorhands and What’s Eating Gilbert Grape to the forthcoming
Public Enemies and Alice in Wonderland, this lavish pictorial tribute covers the
whole of Depp’s astonishing and always visually striking career.
Johnny Depp is a modern phenomenon—a star completely at home in movies as di-
verse as Ed Wood, Pirates of the Caribbean, Before Night Falls, Finding Neverland,
Sweeney Todd, and The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus. Admired by fans and other
actors of all generations, Depp brilliantly combines an offbeat appeal in his more quirky
roles with the ability to capture the imagination of the worldwide audiences in big-
budget movies. More than 200 previously unseen photographs from the Rex archives
are paired with incisive captions and insightful text.
176 pp • 9781905287260 • January
Heath Ledger
More than 200 previously unseen photographs from the archives of Rex Features
are included in this handsome pictorial tribute to Ledger’s inspiring and all-too-
brief career.
Heath Ledger’s tragic death cut short a career that seemed headed for the very high-
est level of stardom. Ledger’s easygoing charisma and powerful, understated acting
formed a unique combination that seemed destined to shine for many years to come.
His groundbreaking performance in Brokeback Mountain led to roles as diverse as
the title role in Casanova, Bob Dylan in I’m Not There, the Joker in The Dark Knight,
and one of the four “Tonys” in The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus. More great
performances would doubtless have followed, were it not for the actor’s tragic death
in January 2008.
160 pp • 9781905287635 • October
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Johnny Depp
A Kind of Illusion
Fourth edition
Denis Meikle
A fully updated exploration of how Hollywood’s most versatile and enigmatic star suc-
cessfully pursued an unlikely career as both movie icon and cult actor.
“Film historian Meikle . . . tells the story of the young man from Kentucky by way of
Depp’s more than two dozen films.” —Publishers Weekly
Examining the career of an actor who excels at choosing sophisticated mainstream movie
roles and cult material alike, this exciting screen biography explores Johnny Depp’s ca-
reer—from his breakthrough roles in Edward Scissorhands, Benny & Joon, and What’s
Eating Gilbert Grape; through his classic performances in Ed Wood, Dead Man, Donnie
Brasco, Sleepy Hollow, From Hell, and the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise; right up
to his most recent films, including Sweeney Todd. Exploring the effects that Depp’s new
critical and commercial stature may have on the direction of his future career, this up-
dated edition includes details of the forthcoming films The Rum Diary, Shantaram, and
The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus. Denis Meikle is the author of A History of Hor-
rors: The Rise and Fall of the House of Hammer, Jack the Ripper: The Murders and the
Movies and Vincent Price: The Art of Fear.
Biography/Film • 432 pp • 5 x 8 • 32 Color Photos
9781905287901 (Replaces 9781905287581) • October • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper
Reynolds & Hearn
My Word Is My Bond
The Autobiography
Roger Moore
Written with his trademark style, candor, charm, and wit, Roger Moore covers every
area of his personal life as well as his long and illustrious career.
“The funniest film memoir since David Niven’s The Moon’s Balloon.”
—Daily Mail
The quintessential suave hero, Roger Moore has enjoyed a successful career that has spanned
seven decades, from early television through the golden age of Hollywood and on to in-
ternational superstardom. Dashing, handsome, and every inch the archetypal English gen-
tleman, he is most widely known for making seven blockbuster films as arguably the most
debonair 007 of all time. He has worked with some of the world’s most legendary stars,
including such luminaries as Noel Coward, Sean Connery, Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Bur-
ton, Lana Turner, Gregory Peck, Cary Grant, Richard Harris, and Michael Caine. For the
first time, Roger shares his recollections of playing some of the world’s most famous roles
as well as myriad stories from his personal life, including events from his childhood in
London and his experiences during World War II. Filled with anecdotes from his encoun-
ters with celebrities of every variety and his memories from the heydays of Hollywood,
this is a frank, funny, and disarmingly charming story of a life lived among the stars.
Autobiography/Film • 416 pp • 5 x 8
20 Color Photos • 25 B/W Photos • Michael O’Mara
New in Paper: 9781843173878 • November • Can $15.95
Cloth: 9781843173182 • Available • Can $29.95
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I Am What I Am
John Barrowman and Carole E. Barrowman
The follow-up to the phenomenal Anything Goes reveals more about the man be-
hind the television sensation, focusing on John’s unique approach to life and love,
and featuring all-new photographs from John’s personal collection.
Also available:
Anything Goes
9781843172895
$29.95 (Can $32.95) Cloth
9781843173335
$15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper
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Angelina Jolie
Rhona Mercer
The trials, tribulations, romances, and recent happiness of Angelina Jolie—contro-
versial and fascinating actress and activist.
Academy Award–winning actress, former fashion model and Hollywood party girl, and
current Goodwill Ambassador for the UN Refugee Agency, Angelina Jolie is constantly
in the media spotlight. Unlike many Hollywood stars who do their best to avoid the
press, her openness about her complicated and often outlandish life has endeared her
to fans worldwide. Her most famous screen roles are covered in this biography, from
Gia to Lara Croft. Her reputation for living on the edge is explored, as is her refresh-
ing honesty around tempestuous romantic relationships, bisexuality, wild partying, break-
downs, and thoughts of suicide. Finally, her recent roles as philanthropist, mother, and
half of a Hollywood golden couple with Brad Pitt, are also discussed in this inspiring
book for fans of this continually fascinating global superstar.
Biography/Film • 288 pp • 5 x 8 • 24 Color Photos
9781844547920 (Replaces 781844543656) • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper
John Blake
Christopher Lee
The Authorised Screen History
Jonathan Rigby
Foreword by George Lucas
Compiled with the cooperation of Christopher Lee himself and featuring many pre-
viously unseen photographs from the actor’s private collection, this definitive guide
to one of cinema’s last true legends is now available in a lavish new format.
“Great bio of the last classic horror film actor with a pulse.” —Chiller Wickedpe-
dia
Christopher Lee has achieved immortality with his portrayals of Count Dracula, the
pure but suave face of evil. But Lee’s film and television appearances outnumber those
of any other British star, and stretch well beyond the confines of Hammer Horror. Now
revised, updated, and enlarged for this deluxe, full-color collector’s edition, this is the
only book to chronicle Lee’s entire career, including his starring role as James Bond’s
nemesis in The Man with the Golden Gun and his moldbreaking performance in Billy
Wilder’s The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes. This edition also contains full coverage
of Lee’s career-crowning performances in The Lord of the Rings and Star Wars. Jonathan
Rigby has been a regular contributor to Shivers and Star Wars magazines and is the au-
thor of American Gothic and English Gothic.
Biography/Film • 276 pp • 8.5 x 11 • 150 Color Photos
9781905287956 (Replaces 9781905287482) • October • $39.95 (Can $43.95) Cloth
Reynolds & Hearn
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The Complete Inspector Morse
Revised and Updated edition
David Bishop
From detailed examinations of the novels to a look at the Inspector’s music pref-
erences—an absolute Morse tour de force.
Also available:
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The Relational Manager
Transform Your Business and Your Life
Michael Schluter and David John Lee
Filled with practical advice, this illuminating study shows how strong interpersonal
relationships can help a business thrive.
When relationships are nourished, they encourage a corresponding human flourish-
ing, but when they are neglected, health, productivity, efficiency, and individual hap-
piness all suffer. This insightful study examines relationships in the context of business
and the community, including the areas of communications, management, money, and
security. Using a wealth of statistics and research, it clearly demonstrates that rela-
tional poverty affects all areas of a business, and is associated with poor health, in-
effective management, and low output at work. A range of tips and advice are offered
on developing strong relationships in all areas and at all levels of the work place as
well. Michael Schluter is chairman of the Relationships Foundation and the author
of several books, including Christianity in a Changing World. David John Lee works
in leadership training.
Business/Family & Relationships • 192 pp • 5.5 x 8.5
9780745953687 • January • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Lion UK
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Advertising and the Mind of the Consumer
What Works, What Doesn’t, and Why
Third edition
Max Sutherland
Unraveling the mysteries that surround the art of advertising, a look into the mind of
the consumer that explains why some ads work when others fail.
101 . . . SERIES
101 Secrets to Building a Winning Business
Andrew Griffiths
From an industry expert, a collection of insights on how to create and run a top-per-
forming company.
In today’s business world, some companies struggle and fold while others go through
the roof, and the difference between the failures and successes is often not apparent.
Perfect for any business of any size, this insightful guide is packed with tips on how to
establish a healthy, thriving company. Each idea is easy to implement, practical and—
most importantly—financially viable. Adopting even a handful of the suggested programs
will set small operations and giant firms alike down the path to building a winning busi-
ness. Andrew Griffiths is a professional marketing consultant and the author of six pre-
vious 101 . . . books.
Business • 336 pp • 5.5 x 8
9781741755671 • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin
Also available:
101 Ways to Advertise 101 Ways to Have a 101 Ways to Market 101 Ways to Really
Your Business Business and a Life Your Business Satisfy Your Customers
9781865089829 9781741147872 9781741750058 9781741750089
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Mothers & Daughters
How to Stay Close and Stay Sane
Joan Sauers
A warm, witty, and wise take on the good, bad, and the downright
ugly of mother-daughter relationships.
For daughters: Go through her photo albums together and ask her who
the old folks are. They may not seem that important now, but ancestors
become more interesting the older you get.
For mothers: Reply to questions honestly, no matter how bizarre. Death,
disease, and nipple-piercing are fascinating subjects to little girls, so get
your answers ready.
Featuring more than 300 indispensable tips, gentle advice, and concise
observations, this is the perfect resource for mothers or daughters at any stage of their lives. From reminders
to remember you love her even when you want to kill her, to feisty suggestions on age-appropriate dress
and reflections on aging together, this is a light, bright, and fun yet always tender look at one of the world’s
most special—and most complicated—relationships. Joan Sauers is a television and film writer as well as
the author of Get to Know Your Gut and Quick Fixes for Everyday Back Pain.
Family & Relationships • 192 pp • 7.5 x 5
9781863256759 • March • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper
Bantam Australia
A Mother’s Love
Edited by Tanith Carey
Affectionate stories conveying the importance of a mother’s role in the life of
her family.
From pregnancy and childhood to adulthood and beyond, this heartwarming col-
lection of stories commemorates and celebrates motherhood. Taken from cultures
and countries around the world, each tale is filled with the humor, sorrow, and joy
that are inherent in being a mom. Perfect for both brand-new mothers and grand-
mother many times over—and all those in between—these are stories of forgiveness,
hope, and love. Tanith Carey is a journalist who contributes to Cosmopolitan, the
Daily Mail, the Daily Telegraph, and the Independent.
Family & Relationships • 92 pp • 5.5 x 6.5 • 23 Color Illustrations
9780745953175 • March • $9.95 (Can $10.95) Cloth • Lion UK
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I Love You Because . . .
Su Box
Illustrations by Hannah Firmin
A pocket-sized, beautifully illustrated compilation of thoughts on love.
This lavishly illustrated gift book contains quotes, sayings, and reflec-
tions on the theme of love and romance. Featuring sections such as “I
couldn’t help it;” “You make me laugh;” “You make me feel good;” “We’re
traveling through life together;“ and “Our love is here to stay,” this is
a sweet, caring gift that’s perfect for any loved one. Su Box is the au-
thor of numerous books for children. Hannah Firmin has illustrated a
number of books, including Folk Tales of the British Isles.
Reference • 28 pp • 4.5 x 4.5 • Four-Color Interior
9780745953151 • January • $6.95 (Can $7.95) Cloth • Lion UK
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Shut Up and Kiss Me
A Celebration of Playfulness, Pleasure and Passion
Tom Mitchelson
Practical advice on how to be a perfect romantic and keep the flames
of passion burning is paired with illustrations of the most inspirational
and outrageous kisses and romantic gestures in art.
Pucker up and pay attention. This is a celebration of old-fashioned romance,
as well as a guide to raising your game in the general art of romance—
from first kiss to lasting happiness. If you think a kiss is just a kiss you
have a lot to learn. Discover vital tips and techniques, such as how to com-
pensate for people with oversized mouths, explore the delights of the “pain”
kiss, avoid the tongue intrusion, and improve your life with a step-by-step
guide to achieve the perfect union of mouths. There are also masses of ideas
and inspiration for romantic things to do and how to keep passion from
waning. Tom Mitchelson’s research has taken him to five continents, kiss-
ing girls in the name of pleasure, literature, and science, and the study is
now complete. When not locking lips, he writes for the Femail section of
the Daily Mail and comes up with programs for Current TV.
Family & Relationships • 224 pp • 4.5 x 6.5 • 24 Color Photos
9781906264055 • January • $11.95 (Can $12.95) Cloth • Little Books
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Sex Made Easy
A Self-Help Sexy Survival Instruction Manual
Dr. Penny Drops
This ultimate spoof motivational sex-survival instruction manual to
help you conquer your fears and demons in the bedroom features clas-
sic raunchy photos and hilariously straightforward advice.
Not sure what to do with that thing between your legs? Well panic no
more! This handy guide will help even the most clueless lover understand,
battle, and conquer fears and insecurities in the bedroom. It contains
everything you should already know about sex but don’t because you
were too afraid to ask. Valuable self-help advice will help turn you from
a sexual disaster zone into a human dynamo. Filled with practical, sex-
pert-tested advice and illustrated with vintage images, this guide will have
you and your partner rolling in the bedroom. Dr. Penny Drops is a fic-
tional sex therapist. She lives with her two cats, Stud and Muffin.
Humor/Sexuality • 160 pp • 6 x 6 • 100 Color Photos
9781906032487 • January • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Portico
The Pill
Are You Sure It’s for You?
Jane Bennett and Alexandra Pope
A thorough study of the physical and psychological repercussions of taking a birth
control pill, along with effective alternative methods of contraception.
While a birth control pill is taken by most women at some stage in their lives, few re-
alize that it is not without side effects. Clear links have been made between oral con-
traceptives and such symptoms as depression, nausea, headaches, and a loss of libido.
Other women also experience difficulties conceiving and raising fully healthy children
after coming off the drug. Accessible and informed, this insightful guide examines how
the pill works, its advantages and dangers, and the best ways to remain healthy dur-
ing and after use. Alternative contraceptives are also examined, making this the com-
plete guide for women looking to make the difficult choice about contraceptives. Jane
Bennett works as a natural fertility specialist and is the author of A Blessing Not a
Curse. Alexandra Pope is a psychotherapist and the author of The Wild Genie and
Walking with the Genie.
Health • 324 pp • 5 x 8
9781741750799 • October • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin
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Skin Fitness
Safe and Healthy Skin Care
Hugh Molloy and Gary Egger
Filled with practical solutions and advice, an indispensable guide for treating modern-
day dermatological conditions.
In today's environment, skin is under constant pressure. Air in offices and buildings, for in-
stance, is often excessively dry and overheated, and contemporary cleaning solutions and soaps
are excessively harsh. This leads to conditions ranging from persistent acne to eczema and
psoriasis and can include dry, rough, or scaly skin; unexplained morning sneezing and a runny
nose; persistent acne; limp, lifeless, stringy, or greasy hair; dark rings around the eyes; re-
current tinea; or disturbed sleep. Practical and helpful, this extensive guide explains the causes
of these modern skin problems, and provides simple, safe, noninvasive, and inexpensive so-
lutions. Hugh Molloy is a dermatologist. Garry Egger is director of the Centre for Health Pro-
motion and Research and the coauthor of several books, including The Experts’ Weight Loss Guide
and Health Promotion Strategies and Methods. They previously collaborated on Good Skin.
Health • 156 pp • 5 x 7.5
9781741753738 • November • $17.95 (Can $19.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin
Stress
How to De-Stress Without Doing Less
Dr. Kate Middleton
Insights into the origins of stress in the 21st century and the best ways to beat them quickly
and effectively.
Stress is a growing problem in modern life, with three out of five visits to the doctor attrib-
uted to stress-related problems. Rather than waiting for burnout, readers will learn how stress
works, what can be done about it, and how to avoid it. This clear and helpful guide examines
the symptoms and causes of stress while emphasizing that being stressed is not a sign of weak-
ness but an unavoidable challenge of modern life. Debunking the myth that the only way to
ease stress is to clear the calendar and relax completely, it provides tried-and-tested techniques
for handling the challenge effectively while still maintaining a full schedule. Dr. Middleton
helps individuals better cope with this Achilles heel and be at their best—whether experienc-
ing acute stress now or on the brink of a burnout. Dr. Kate Middleton has a background in
medicine and psychology. She regularly speaks on subjects including common mental heath
issues, normal psychological development, and specialist topics such as stress and anxiety, and
is the author of Eating Disorders.
Self-Help • 192 pp • 5 x 8
9780745953731 • January • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • Lion UK
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GROWN-UP & GORGEOUS
Pamela Robson
Ageing gracefully is made simple with this witty compilation of insights designed to keep
women looking fresh and hip. Advice on everything from lip gloss to eyebrows, jeans to heels,
eyeglasses to teeth, underwear to skirt lengths, and skincare to skin rejuvenators is included.
There are also thoughtful suggestions on boosting confidence, feeling good on the inside, and
acquiring those all-important luxuries that money cannot buy. This is a treasure-trove of
timeless advice for staying current and making the most of the exciting years ahead.
Pamela Robson is a journalist and the author of The Bush and Yorkey’s Knob.
Each: Fashion & Appearance/Self-Help • 144 pp • 5.5 x 6.5
Two-color Interior • November • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Illustrated Random House Australia
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Dress Like a Star
For Every Woman Who Wants to Look Her Best
Annebelle van Tongeren
A wardrobe mistress extraordinaire reveals the principles of dressing to flatter
in this inspiring guidebook.
Nothing makes a woman feel as glamorous and serene as knowing she is well dressed.
Unfortunately, choosing what to wear can be pretty scary and mistakes can be ex-
pensive. This funny and entertaining guide reveals how to select the right pieces
to build a flawless wardrobe without breaking the bank. Practical tips and hints
on everything from necklines to underwear are included along with chapters cov-
ering such difficult selections as wedding dresses and evening gowns. Elegant line
drawings that demonstrate how to pick clothes that fit properly complete this es-
sential guide to looking your best every day. Annebelle van Tongeren has worked
for wardrobe and design departments for numerous television programs over the
past 20 years. Her work has been published in Marie Claire and Vogue magazines.
Fashion & Appearance • 224 pp • 6.5 x 8.5 • Two-color Interior
9781741666045 • December • $22.95 (Can $25.95) Paper
Illustrated Random House Australia
Fashion Speak
Interviews with the World’s Leading Designers
David Meagher
Personal insights and fascinating perspectives from the world’s most noted
clothing designers.
The world of fashion is both highly artistic and highly challenging, with top
designers balancing delicately between the cutting edge of creativity and the
necessity of running a viable business. In this enthralling collection of inter-
views, David Meagher talks to top designers the world over, the people whose
vision shapes the contemporary and future fashion. The designers—among them
Marc Jacobs, Karen Walker, Martin Grant, Christopher Bailey of Burberry, and
Josh Goot—talk about where they’ve come from, where they’re headed, and
their philosophy of design. Gorgeously illustrated throughout with full-color
photographs from the catwalks of London, Paris, Milan, and New York, this
is a fascinating insight into the minds shaping fashion today. David Meagher
is a fashion writer and editor.
Fashion & Appearance/Design • 140 pp • 6.5 x 8 • Color Photos Throughout
9781741664997 • September • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper
Random House Australia
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Beauty in Bloom
A Collection of Beautiful Inspirations
Natalie Bloom
An exquisitely designed, inspirational collection of thoughts on the nature of beauty
from Natalie Bloom, founder of Bloom Cosmetics.
This stylish compendium of all things beautiful addresses the true nature of loveli-
ness, both inside and out. From the love of makeup and perfumes to nature, note-
books, and Paris, the thoughts and ideas gathered here will help any woman look
beautiful and feel beautiful. Featuring striking illustrations throughout, this is a quirky,
personal, and thoroughly gorgeous volume. Natalie Bloom is the founder of Bloom
Cosmetics, a multimillion-dollar international company.
Inspirational/Health • 108 pp • 6 x 8.5 • 45 Color Illustrations
9781741755299 • October • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Cloth • Allen & Unwin
Seeing Angels
True Contemporary Accounts of Hundreds of Angelic Experiences
Emma Heathcote-James
Fascinating accounts of encounters with the realm of the supernatural, collected
by angel expert Emma Heathcote-James.
According to Time magazine, 69 percent of American people believe in angels and 46
percent feel they have a guardian angel. In fact, people the world over have claimed
to have experienced visions of angels. These people are not crazy new-age loonies, but
ordinary individuals from all walks of life, from professionals to prisoners to children.
Collected here are more than 50 fascinating case histories of individuals who have
claimed to encountered or been saved by a heavenly being. Emma Heathcote-James
has a PhD in theology and is the author of After-Death Communication, Psychic Pets,
and They Walk Among Us.
Body/Mind/Spirit • 288 pp • 5 x 8
9781844547869 (Replaces 9781904034155) • October • $13.95 (Can $15.95) Paper
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100 Ways to Change the World
Michael Meegan
Photographs by Manuel Scrima
Filled with motivational thoughts and captivating photographs, a hand-
book of small gestures that can make a big difference.
“The first great adventure of the new millenium.” —Sir Ranulph Fiennes
“His manner is reminiscent of the great tradition of British explorers.”
—Guardian
Alastair Humphreys spent four years traveling around the world on his bicy-
cle, a journey that covered 46,000 miles and five continents. During his trip
he gave motivational talks and received thousands of emails to his website in
which people asked what kept him going through the low-points on his jour-
ney. Collected here are the source’s of Alastair’s inspiration, including affirm-
ing quotes, insights, and unique photographs. As this inspirational resource
shows, the lessons he learned while on the road can be applied to any goal in
life. Alastair Humphreys is the author of Blue Mountains, Mood of Future Joys,
and Thunder and Sunshine.
Inspirational • 233 pp • 5 x 7
9781903070642 • September • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Cloth • Eye Books
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Let Your Past Go and Live
Freedom from Family, Relationship and Work Baggage
Avril Carruthers
Practical advice on identifying, isolating, and moving beyond repressed traumas to de-
velop confidence and self-esteem.
In order to survive the challenges presented by families, the workplace, and relationships,
many people put on masks and play roles. These include the victim who only feels good
when they are rescuing people; the antagonist who bullies others; and the insecure who
allow others to step on them. These roles are often developed in childhood, can last a life-
time, and their presence can drain and sabotage individuals, distracting them from lead-
ing better lives. Accessible and inspired, this innovative approach to deep-seated issues
looks at the destructive influence of repressed hurts and traumas that manifest themselves
in the form of personality types, and offers insight on how to release them once and for
all. Avril Carruthers is a transpersonal psychotherapist.
Self-Help • 208 pp • 6 x 9
9781741755206 • January • $18.95 (Can $20.95) Paper • Inspired Living
Dearly Departed
Everything You Want to Know About the Afterlife
Georgina Walker
A respected psychic answers the most common questions about what happens after
loved ones die.
Drawing on a lifetime’s experience interacting with those who have passed over, psychic
intuitive Georgina Walker shares a wealth of real-life stories about the afterlife in this com-
forting volume. She addresses the most frequent questions of the bereaved concerning the
dead, including what happens to the souls of loved ones, children, murder victims, and
pets. Warm and reassuring, this guide deals gently and insightfully with that most painful
of events. Georgina Walker is the author of Amazing Encounters with Those Who Have
Passed Over.
Body/Mind/Spirit/Self-Help • 300 pp • 5 x 7.5
9781741750010 • November • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • Inspired Living
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The Lion Companion to Church Architecture
David Stancliffe
A fascinating look at the historical interplay between the development
of religion and its churches and cathedrals.
From the earliest establishments through present-day structures, this ex-
pansive history explores how churches have been conceived as spaces
for worship throughout the centuries. Their development from the early
Roman house churches through Byzantine, Romanesque, and Gothic struc-
tures is addressed, as are the significant changes brought about by the
Reformation. Infused throughout with the spirit of the human quest for
meaning and transcendence, this is a lavishly illustrated guide to the his-
tory, meanings, and messages of houses of worship. David Stancliffe is
a clergyman and the author of Celebrating Common Prayer, God’s Pat-
tern, and The Pilgrim Prayerbook.
Architecture/Religion & Theology • 288 pp • 8.5 x 10.5
500 Color Photos • 9780745951904
October • $39.95 (Can $43.95) Cloth • Lion UK
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HISTORY MAKERS
The History Makers is a new, color-illustrated series focusing on the lives and
legacies of historical figures who have influenced the world in significant and
lasting ways, including politics, social action, and the arts and sciences.
Rembrandt
Greg Watts
A concise account of the work and life of the Dutch master of mood and lighting.
Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606–1669) was a leading light of the 17th-cen-
tury Dutch Golden Age of art and one of the most famous painters of all time. His
prodigious talent, extraordinary emotional truth, and reckless disregard of artistic
convention astonished, delighted, and often dismayed his contemporaries. He is best
known for his incredibly realistic portraits as well as his dynamic etchings and illus-
trations of scenes from the Bible. This is a compact but thorough look at the life of
one of Europe’s most beloved artists. Greg Watts is the author of The Labourer in
the Vineyard: A Portrait of Pope Benedict XVI.
65 Color Illustrations • 9780745952840 • January
J. S. Bach
Calvin Stapert
The life and times of the extremely talented Baroque musician and composer, con-
densed by a Bach expert.
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750) was a master composer, known equally for his
secular and sacred works for choir, orchestra, and solo instrument. Among his nu-
merous famous compositions, the Brandenburg concertos, Goldberg Variations, and
Cello Suites remain popular the world-over. This is a concise but thorough look at
the life of one of the world’s greatest Germanic composers. Calvin Stapert is the au-
thor of another book on Bach, My Only Comfort, and A New Song for an Old World.
50 Color Illustrations • 9780745952864 • January
Mother Teresa
Faith in the Darkness
Greg Watts
A portrait of the Nobel Peace Prize–winning humanitarian and advocate for the poor.
Mother Teresa is a modern-day icon—the paragon of human goodness, empathy, and
charity. This fully illustrated biography tells the story of her life, from a determined
young nun who went out onto the streets of Calcutta to care for the diseased and
dying to becoming the founder of the Missionaries of Charity, who now work in more
than 120 countries. Greg Watts paints a deeply human portrait of this inspiring and
controversial woman, including the “spiritual darkness” she suffered from at various
stages in her life. Greg Watts is a journalist and the author of The Labourer in the
Vineyard: A Portrait of Pope Benedict XVI.
30 Color Photos • 25 B/W Photos • 9780745952833 • February
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Something Beautiful for God
Malcolm Muggeridge
A new edition of the classic biography that brought global attention to the
life and work of Mother Teresa, featuring newly released photographs.
God, Actually
Why God Probably Exists, Why Jesus Was Probably Divine, and Why the
‘Rational’ Objections to Religion are Unconvincing
Roy Williams
A profound and engaging analysis of the origins of Christian beliefs that uses hard
evidence and logic to find answers to the biggest questions of life and religion.
“A must read for skeptics. Roy Williams brings a lawyer’s careful attention to
evidence and strength of inference to life’s (and death’s) most important ques-
tions. He respectfully, but effectively, cross-examines the case against Christian-
ity as propounded by its recent atheist advocates. Like C. S. Lewis and other
authors who came to faith late in life, Roy Williams understands the issues that
trouble atheists and agnostics and gives thoughtful, convincing responses. He
takes on the issues that serve as roadblocks to many modern skeptics, from cre-
ation and evolution to the religious right.” —Robert F. Cochran, author,
Faith and Law
Drawing upon examples from science, politics, history, sociology, and the arts, this
intriguing look at the nature of Christian faith answers the biggest questions by ap-
pealing to evidence and reason. Rather than disavowing or avoiding its presence, this
study acknowledges the vital place of doubt and uncertainty in God’s creation and
seeks to determine its origin. Rebutting the arguments of atheists such as Christopher
Hitchens and Richard Dawkins, it shows how an avid, modern-day faith can be based
upon logical deductions from known facts rather than just blind trust. Intriguing and
innovative, this is a refreshingly honest and thorough examination of the state of re-
ligious belief. Roy Williams is a former lawyer.
Religion & Theology • 384 pp • 6 x 9
9780745953915 • September • $18.95 (Can $20.95) Paper • Lion UK
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The One-Stop Guide to Christianity
David Winter
A highly visual and informative survey of the fundamentals
of the Christian faith.
Designed to appeal to readers of every age, this is a highly visual intro-
duction to the history and tenets of the Christian faith. A bevy of key
topics are addressed, among them Christian beliefs, celebration and wor-
ship, prayer, and the Christian lifestyle. Fully illustrated throughout, this
a concise but thorough introduction to the world’s largest faith. David
Winter is the former head of religious broadcasting at the BBC and the
author of several books, including The Bible Made Clear, The Espresso
Bible, and Espresso Prayers.
Religion & Theology • 128 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • 200 Color Photos
9780745953236 • September • $19.95 (Can $21.95) Cloth • Lion UK
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A Pocket Guide to Christian Belief
Dr. Benno van den Toren
A concise overview of the key aspects of Christian belief and the role of the religion
in the world today.
From its humble beginnings as a minor Jewish sect in a remote part of the Roman em-
pire, Christianity has grown to become a major world religion with more than two bil-
lion adherents worldwide. But what does it mean to be Christian in the increasingly
multireligious setting of the 21st century? Featuring a warm and open-minded approach,
this is an informative introduction to the fundamental tenets of Christianity, helping the
reader to understand what Christians believe and giving special attention to questions
that are raised about Christian beliefs in our multicultural and post-modern setting. Ad-
dressing topics such as global Christianity, the identity of God, Christ and salvation, the
Holy Spirit and the Church, and the meaning and end of history, this guide compares Chris-
tianity's teachings with those of other religions along the way, and provides an accessi-
ble and contemporary introduction to the major Christian doctrines, unpacking their
meaning for today's world. Dr. Benno van den Toren is a professor of theology.
Religion & Theology • 224 pp • 5 x 7
9780745952147 • September • $9.95 (Can $10.95) Paper • Lion UK
God’s Undertaker
Has Science Buried God?
New updated edition
John C. Lennox
Filled with original insights and fair analysis, this is a fully revised look at the great debate
between science and religion.
Intended to provide a basis for discussion, this captivating study evaluates the evidence of mod-
ern science in relation to the debate between the atheistic and theistic, addressing such topics
as the origin of life; the genetic code and its origin; the nature and scope of evolution; and the
scope and limits of science. Gripping and thoroughly argued, it is an illuminating look at one
of man’s greatest debates. This updated edition features 10 percent new content and a brand-
new forward from the author. John C. Lennox is a professor of mathematics and the philoso-
phy of science at the University of Oxford. A popular Christian apologist and scientist, Lennox
travels widely speaking on the interface between science and religion. He is the author of Chris-
tianity: Opium or Truth?, The Definition of Christianity, and Key Bible Concepts.
Religion & Theology • 224 pp • 5.5 x 8.5
9780745953717 (Replaces 9780745953038) • September • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper
Lion UK
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Making a Pilgrimage
Sally Welch
Filled with advice and insight, a guide to making the most of religious travel.
Perfect for epic expeditions and virtual voyages alike, this comprehensive guide explores both
the practical and spiritual aspects of the long-standing tradition of the religious pilgrimage.
Each aspect of the journey is explored—from preparing to leave to readjusting to normal life
after extraordinary experiences—and accompanied by the accounts of both modern and an-
cient pilgrims. Perfect for experienced pilgrims or novices, this inspirational resource shows
unlock the full potential of any sacred walk. Sally Welch is a clergy member.
Religion & Theology • 128 pp • 4.5 x 7
9780745953564 • September • $7.95 (Can $8.95) Paper • Lion UK
Pilgrimage
A Spiritual and Cultural Journey
Ian Bradley
A lavishly illustrated exploration of the centuries-old phenomenon of the
Christian pilgrimage, highlighting its history as well as modern-day treks.
This concept of the Christian pilgrimage has its origins in the exodus of the Jews from
ancient Egypt, but it has changed and adapted with the passing centuries. In medieval
times millions of pilgrims spent months traveling across Europe to visit holy cities and
shrines, and today a modern revival has blurred the lines between pilgrimage and tourism
and made places such as Iona, Taize, and Santiago di Compostella contemporary mec-
cas. This fascinating volume offers a history of the pilgrimage over the past two millen-
nia, including common routes in Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, Norway, France, Spain,
Italy, Bosnia-Herzogovina, and Poland. Information on the holy walks themselves is of-
fered along with vivid personal accounts and prayers from pilgrims that help to bring to
life one of the most vibrant expressions of Christian spirituality. Ian Bradley regularly
leads pilgrimages and is the author of more than 30 books, including Celtic Christian
Communities and You’ve Got to Have a Dream.
Religion & Theology • 224 pp • 7.5 x 9.5 • 250 Color Photos
9780745952703 • February • $29.95 (Can $32.95) Cloth • Lion UK
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Celtic Treasure
Unearthing the Riches of Celtic Spirituality
Liz Babbs
Explore the wisdom, clarity, and insights offered by the traditions of Celtic-
based spiritualism.
The deep riches of the ancient tradition of celtic spirituality are unearthed in this il-
luminating resource. Weaving together the stories and wisdom of the ancient Celts,
it explores the contemporary relevance of prayer and solitude, creation and creativ-
ity, and community and hospitality as it demonstrates how each of these ancient paths
can enrich the future. Other topics include celtic saints; the God of creation; and cel-
ebrating life. Liz Babbs is the author of several books, including Can God Help Me?,
The Celtic Heart, Into God’s Presence, and The Thing About series.
Body/Mind/Spirit/Religion & Theology • 80 pp • 6 x 6.5
9780745953557 • September • $9.95 (Can $10.95) Cloth • Lion UK
Celtic Wisdom
Treasures from Ireland
Cindy Thomson
A beautifully illustrated collection of poetry, quotes, folktales, and traditional Irish
sayings and blessings.
“An inspiring and informative journey offering new insights along ancient path-
ways.” —Liz Babbs, author, The Celtic Heart
A bevy of classic celtic wisdom that reveals the authentic core of celtic spirituality is
gathered in this inspirational anthology. A background on the history of Ireland as
well as St. Patrick, Brigid, and the twelve apostles of Erin is provided along with say-
ings, stories, prayers, and proverbs that reveal the traditions and customs of celtic
prayer and learning. Beautifully illustrated with evocative images of Ireland, this is
an intimate guide to putting the ancient wisdom of the celts into practice. Cindy Thom-
son has contributed to Family Chronicle and History Magazine and is the author of
Brigid of Ireland.
Religion & Theology • 96 pp • 6 x 7.5 • 24 Color Photos
9780745953250 • September • $12.95 (Can $13.95) Cloth • Lion UK
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Blonde Moments
The Ditzy Gaffes and Blunders Uttered by Blondes of Every Hue
Fleur Barrington
Perfect for blondes as well as brunettes, carrot tops, and baldies, a celebration of
idiotic actions, stupid sayings, and slips of the tongue.
Whether it’s a brainless comment, a well-intended quip gone wrong, or simply the
art of getting into an unbelievably sticky situation, everyone experiences a blonde mo-
ment from time to time. Rather than ruing them, this review celebrates the down-
right “blonde” things that we all do. It includes quotes and witticisms from famous
blondes such as Dolly Parton, Joan Rivers, and W. C. Fields; real-life blonde situa-
tions; blondes in the movies; and blonde sayings and jokes. For the times when you
wish the ground would just open up and swallow you whole, this is a hilarious form
of solace. Fleur Barrington is a writer who specializes in lifestyle and relationship sub-
jects. She is the author of 1001 Little Housekeeping Miracles.
Humor • 160 pp • 5 x 7.5 • 42 B/W Illustrations
9781843173113 • October • $15.95 (Can $17.95) Cloth • Michael O’Mara
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The Inkspot Monologues
Keith Pointing
A series of Rorschach tests reveals the pasts of two destined lovers in this humor-
ous and lushly illustrated story.
Annus Mirabilis
More Latin for Everyday Life
Mark Walker
Retaining the unstuffy style of its predecessor Annus Horribilis, this sequel extends
the scope of topics covered, including fascinating extracts from the works of post-
Renaissance Latinists including Copernicus, Descartes, Joseph Addison, and
Samuel Johnson.
An invigorating selection of “everyday” Latin from ancient times to the present day,
this guide includes an exploration of poetry, epitaphs, and inscriptions and looks at
the origins of Latin names still used in English. Ancient Roman curses from Bath Spa
and letters from Hadrian’s Wall are at one end of the spectrum, at the other are Neo-
Latin authors, many rarely studied by classics students. In between is an exploration
of Latin poetry, both sacred and profane; hymns and verse epitaphs; and letters from
Cicero, Augustus, Heloise, Erasmus, Petrarch, Smollett, and Sterne, among others. All texts
are accompanied by in-depth notes and there is a grammatical index and English trans-
lations. Mark Walker is a Latin teacher and the author of Amida and Annus Horribilis.
Reference/Language & Linguistics • 160 pp • 5 x 8
9780752448329 • September • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • The History Press
Also available:
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9780752442846 • $27.95 (Can $30.95)
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Spilling the Beans on the Cat’s Pyjamas:
Popular Expressions
What They Mean and Where We Got Them
Judy Parkinson
A lighthearted and entertaining examination of the origins of a bevy of colorful phrases.
Why is it a good thing to be the bee’s knees? How does one become as keen as mustard? And
what are people really doing when they see a man about a dog? The origins of a wide range
of curious quips and are unveiled in this delightful reference. The meanings of even the most
nonsensical phrases are also provided in context. Judy Parkinson is the author of i before e
(except after c) and Elton: Made in England.
Reference/Language & Linguistics • 192 pp • 5 x 7.5
9781843173656 • November • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Cloth • Michael O’Mara
Shakespeare Matters
A Little Knowledge Is a Dangerous Thing
Geoff Spiteri
Covering characters, plots, and themes as well as binge drinking, rude gestures, and
South Park, an engaging collection of little-known facts about the world’s best-known
playwright.
Far from being three-hour marathons of unintelligible, boring dialogue, Shakespeare’s plays
are in fact exciting, tragic, funny, and often downright rude masterpieces filled with mem-
orable plots, great insults, filthy jokes, and eccentric characters. This handy guide to the
Bard’s great works is packed with trivia and pithy entries that cover everything from Shake-
speare’s greatest villains to his most cutting insults. Ranging from the truly enlightening
to the utterly obscure, the facts and insights in this comprehensive resource bring to life
as never before the fascinating world of Shakespeare’s work. Geoff Spiteri is a journalist.
Drama • 160 pp • 5 x 6.5
9781906032456 • October • $10.95 (Can $11.95) Cloth • Portico
Latin Matters
A Little Knowledge Is a Dangerous Thing
Simon James
Featuring the highlights of Roman history and a comprehensive phrase guide, this is
a handy and informative guide to the Latin language.
Latin is a tricky subject that comes under assault from all kinds of non cognoscenti who
claim its anachronistic tendencies as an easy target. From the spells of Harry Potter to
the origins of everyday phrases and the terms that litter law and medicine, this is a fas-
cinating treasure trove of facts about Latin that demonstrates that this supposedly dead
language is in fact both important and contemporary. Perfect for enthusiasts and novices
alike, this is entertaining evidence that there’s nothing boring about ancient languages.
Simon James is a Latin teacher.
Language & Linguistics/Reference • 160 pp • 5 x 6.5
9781906032319 • September • $10.95 (Can $11.95) Cloth • Portico
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XENOPHOBE’S GUIDES
Highlighting the unique character and behavior of different nations, these humorous guides to
cross-cultural awareness are frank, irreverent, and funny—almost guaranteed to cure xenophobia.
“Each book is an entertaining essay on the failings, foibles and good points of their
subjects. Their humor is relaxed and gentle.” —Lancashire Evening Telegraph
“Xenophobe’s Guides aim to help us understand our differences.” —Daily Express
Each: Travel/Humor • 92 pp • 4.25 x 7 • September • $7.95 (Can $8.95) Paper • Oval Books
“La France comes to life in this tongue-in-cheek pocket guide, a textual romp that dis-
guises a lot of information about France with an irreverent brush.” —Southern Cross
Explore the raison d’etre behind the Gallic facade with humor and style. Nick Yapp is the
author of 100 Days in Photographs and The American Millennium.
9781906042325 (Replaces 9781902825281)
“Might not have the most politically correct title but it has a reputation for being one
of the most sympathetic and incisive takes by a foreigner on the habits, outlook and
foibles of Spaniards.” —Spain Magazine
A guide to understanding the Spanish that views them with the same light-hearted attitude
that they themselves display in life. Drew Launay is the author of French for Xenophobes
and Spanish for Xenophobes.
9781906042486 (Replaces 9781902825434)
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XENOPHOBE’S GUIDES
Each: Travel/Humor • 92 pp • 4.25 x 7 • Available • $7.95 (Can $8.95) Paper • Oval Books
Xenophobe’s Guide
to the Czechs Xenophobe’s Guide
Petr Berka to the Poles
9781902825236 Ewa Lipniacka
9781906042448
Xenophobe’s Guide
to the Danes Xenophobe’s Guide
Helen Dyrbye to the Scots
9781906042271 David Ross
9781906042479
Xenophobe’s Guide
to the Dutch Xenophobe’s Guide
Rodney Bolt to the Swedes
9781906042288 Peter Berlin
9781906042493
Xenophobe’s Guide
to the English Xenophobe’s Guide
Antony Miall and to the Swiss
David Milsted Paul Bilton
9781906042295 9781906042509
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One Minute Mandarin
A Beginner’s Guide to Spoken Chinese for Professionals
Peter Coyne
Practical and efficient, a guide to pronouncing key Chinese phrases and vocabulary that
is ideal for businesses and corporate travelers.
Designed specifically for busy professionals, this practical introduction to spoken Mandarin
Chinese is ideal for those who only need the most important phrases to get by on the street
and in meetings. Each phrase is written in pinyin rather than Chinese script, making them
easy to learn and pronounce. Along with invaluable cultural information and tips on etiquette,
this guide also offers access to a website where accompanying audio files may be downloaded
and used for pronunciation practice. Peter Coyne runs regular Mandarin sessions for CEOs
and business executives.
Reference/Travel • 168 pp • 5 x 8
9781741754599 • October • $17.95 (Can $19.95) Paper • Allen & Unwin Academic
Libya
Wendy Butfer
A comprehensive and practical travel guide to the many extraordinary sights of one
of the Mediterranean’s most pristine nations.
From towns preserved since the days of the Roman Empire to ancient souks and med-
inas, magnificent deserts, and prehistoric rock paintings, Libya contains some of the
most dramatic and fascinating landscapes and cities in the world. Proud, warm, and
welcoming, Libyans are perhaps the most engaging hosts in the Middle East. This lav-
ish guide explores the length and breadth of this unspoilt and fabulously welcoming
country, covering its cities and landmarks as well as its little-known highlights. Wendy
Buthfer has lived and worked in Libya for eight years.
Travel • 240 pp • 5.5 x 8.5 • 32 Color Photos • 24 B/W Photos
9781873429792 • November • $29.95 (Can $32.95) Paper • Pallas Athene
Isfahan
Wilfred Blunt
Filled with photos and engravings that capture its cultural magnificence, a comprehensive
look at one of the world’s most stunning cities.
Once one of the largest cities in the world, Isfahan is an ancient metropolis that sits across
timeless trade routes. It became the glittering capital of Iran’s greatest dynasty, the Safavids,
during the 16th century. Shah Abbas I (1587–1629) in particular helped to transform it into
a city rich in art, cultural wonders, and architecture rich in form and surface decoration.
Reprinted for the first time in 40 years, this astounding survey provides a history of the
city from its earliest days up through the early 20th century and features dozens of photo-
graphs, engravings, and examples of the tilework and architecture from across the centuries
that make Isfahan the cultural crown of Iran. Wilfred Blunt (1901–1987) was an art his-
torian and educationalist, and the author of Linnaeus: The Compleat Naturalist.
History/Travel • 240 pp • 6 x 8 • 64 Color Photos • 150 B/W Illustrations
20 Diagrams • 20 Maps • 9781873429440 • October • $27.95 (Can $30.95) Paper
Pallas Athene
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Through a Land of Extremes
The Littledales of Central Asia
Elizabeth Clinch and Nicholas Clinch
Foreword by Sir Chris Bonington
Never-before-published photos enrich this look at the life and work of the greatest Eng-
lish explorers of their day.
On August 4, 1895, at a 19,000-foot pass on the north side of Goring La in Tibet, only
48 miles from Lhasa, a 43-year-old Englishman, his 55-year-old wife, and a fox terrier
confronted more than 150 Tibetans armed with primitive matchlocks. The Englishman
was St. George Littledale. His wife, Teresa, had shared in all of his adventures. In the 19th
century, Teresa and George Littledale were known as the greatest English explorers of
their day, journeying further into the hidden lands of Asia than any previous Western ex-
plorer had achieved. Yet, because they never published their own account of their jour-
neys, for more than a century their story has remained largely forgotten. Now the authors,
having discovered the Littledales’ diaries and letters, piece together for the first time their
remarkable, adventurous, and courageous lives. Elizabeth Clinch and Nicholas Clinch have
been to Chinese Central Asia, visiting the places the Littledales stayed. Nicholas Clinch
is former executive director of the Sierra Club Foundation and president of the Ameri-
can Alpine Club. He organized and led Himalayan expeditions and an Antarctic expedi-
tion. They live in Palo Alto, California. Sir Chris Bonington is a mountaineer and the author
of Annapurna South Face and Everest: The Unclimbed Ridge.
Biography/Travel • 336 pp • 6 x 9.5 • 40 B/W Photos
9780750947831 • September • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • The History Press
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Fancyapint? In London
The Comprehensive Guide to Drinking in the Capital
Gordon Butler
Forthright and comprehensive, this is the only guide you need to find the
perfect watering hole when visiting London.
This no-nonsense guide to the best—and worst—of London’s diverse and leg-
endary drinking establishments features groupings of pubs arranged by the
nearest tube stop, making it easy to find any place or discover hidden gems.
The Top Ten Pubs section includes: Thames-side pubs, pubs for alfresco din-
ing, pubs for watching sports, pubs near visitor attractions, and pubs for food.
Almost every pub in the city—more than 600 of them—is profiled with color
photos and details on atmosphere, clientele, food, and the range of drinks on
offer, making this the ultimate resource for London pub-goers. Gordon But-
ler is a founding member of Fancyapint.com.
Travel • 440 pp • 5 x 8 • Color Photos Throughout
9781844547074 (Replaces 9781844542871) • September
$15.95 (Can $17.95) Paper • John Blake
“The definitive rundown of the best places in the UK to get a pint of real ale,
from cozy country inns to upmarket-style bars.” —Time Out Magazine
The Good Beer Guide is the comprehensive resource of the UK’s best pubs—from so-
phisticated city bars to inviting country inns, there is a pub for everyone in this in-
dispensable book. The pubs are all regularly surveyed by the Campaign for Real Ale
(CAMRA) members so you can rely on this being the most up-to-date and well vet-
ted of all pub guides. Discover the best pubs to visit in towns, cities, and the coun-
tryside throughout the UK. For each of the more than 4,500 pub entries you will find
full details of real ale served, as well as details about food, entertainment, suitability
of facilities for families, history, and architecture. The guide also contains a unique,
expanded Breweries section which lists every brewery that produces cask beer in the
UK. Roger Protz is a journalist, a broadcaster, a campaigner, and the author of more
than 15 books about beer and brewing, including 300 Beers to Try Before You Die!
Twice a winner of the Glenfiddich Drink Writer of the Year Award, he also won a
Lifetime Achievement Award from the British Guild of Beer Writers.
Travel • 880 pp • 5 x 9 • 36 Color Photos
9781852492496 (Replaces 9781852492311) • Available
$24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • CAMRA Books
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PROGRESS IN CHESS
Mark Dvoretsky and Artur Yusupov
The world’s top trainer, Mark Dvoretsky, and one of his best-known pupils, grandmaster Artur
Yusupov, present a five-volume series based on courses given to talented young players through-
out the world. The books contain contributions by other leading trainers and grandmasters, as
well as games by pupils who have attended the courses. Players learn how to make chess moves
that not only improve their position but also prevent opponents from improving theirs.
Mark Dvoretsky is an International Master and Artur Yusupov is an
International Grandmaster of chess. They are the authors of Secrets of Chess
Training, Secrets of Endgame Technique, and Secrets of Opening Preparation.
Each: Games • 6.5 x 9.5 • $39.95 (Can $43.95) Paper • Edition Olms
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She Devils
True Stories of the World’s Most Notorious Female Serial Killers
Anne McDuff
From Aileen Wuournos to lesser-known female murderers, the horrific stories behind their
crimes and the inner workings of their twisted minds.
Very few women kill. When they do, it is often the tragic outcome of domestic abuse, drug
addiction, or mental illness. It is rare for women to kill for pleasure, yet a few emerge in each
generation. At the turn of the last century, with no adoption agencies to protect them, un-
wanted newborns were killed by Annie Walters. Ninety years later, Aileen Wuornos sold her-
self on the highways of Florida, a well-known hunting ground for men looking for
prostitutes—until she became the hunter. Rose West exploited lonely girls from nearby chil-
dren’s homes, and in the 1960s Myra Hindley took sickening advantage of the blind trust of
Britain where children were safe to walk the streets alone. Beverley Allit and Marybeth Tin-
ning thought that, as a nurse and a mother, the deaths of the children in their care would be
seen as tragic accidents. And Karla Homolka exploited a different prejudice: she was perfect,
pretty, and so caring as a veterinary nurse—no one ever imagined she could be a sexual pred-
ator and killer.
True Crime • 288 pp • 6 x 9
9781844547296 • October • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Paper • John Blake
Royal Murders
Dulcie M. Ashdown
Spanning more than 1,000 years, from Ivan the Terrible and Macbeth to Princess Diana,
a compelling journey through the dark side of royal history.
The motives, means, and consequences of the murders among members of Europe’s ruling
families are examined in fascinating detail. Plucking true stories due to their historical sig-
nificance and sheer intrigue, this book relates violent deaths amid royal splendor and the over-
throw of tyrants by oppressed populations. Methods vary from sword and arrow, to bomb
and bullet, to alleged witchcraft. Settings range from Russia to Portugal. The involvement
Mary Queen of Scots may have had in her second husband’s murder is examined as well as
a search for the facts behind Shakespeare’s portrayal of the murderous usurpers Macbeth and
Richard III. But in European history there has been no royal murder to rival Russia’s Tsar
Ivan the Terrible, a homicidal maniac responsible for thousands of deaths, whose dramatic
killing sprees are examined here. Dulcie M. Ashdown is the author of numerous books on
British and European history, including Tudor Cousins.
True Crime/History • 272 pp • 5 x 8
9780752449371 (Replaces 9780750924399) • September
$18.95 (Can $20.95) Paper • The History Press
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Catherine Parr
Henry VIII’s Last Love
Susan James
Romantic, turbulent, and terrifying, the life and loves of Henry VIII’s sixth wife
unfold like a romance novel.
“Catherine blossoms before our eyes and so does this book . . . beautifully
written.” —Spectator
Married at 17 to the grandson of a confirmed lunatic and widowed at 20, Cather-
ine Parr chose a Yorkshire lord twice her age as her second husband. Caught up in
the turbulent terrors of the Pilgrimage of Grace in 1536, she was captured by north-
ern rebels, held hostage, and suffered violence at their hands. Fleeing to the south
shortly afterward, Catherine took refuge in the household of Princess Mary and in
the arms of the king’s brother-in-law, Sir Thomas Seymour. Her employment in Mary’s
household brought her to the attention of Mary’s father, the unpredictable, often-
wed Henry VIII. Desperately in love with Seymour, Catherine was forced into mar-
riage with a king whose passion for her could not be hidden and who was determined
to make her his queen. Susan James has written numerous articles on the Parr fam-
ily, including Catherine’s entry in the Oxford Dictionary of National Biography. Her
other books include Kateryn Parr: The Making of a Queen. She lives in California.
History/Biography • 352 pp • 5 x 8 • 30 B/W Illustrations
9780752448534 (Replaces 9780752445915) • September
$24.95 (Can $27.95) New in Paper • The History Press
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1536
The Year That Changed Henry VIII
Suzannah Lipscomb
Compelling and revealing, a new history of the infamous monarch that shows
what a profound difference a year can make in the heart of a king.
Henry VIII is known stereotypically as a corpulent, covetous, and cunning king
whose appetite for worldly goods met few parallels, whose wives met infamously
premature ends, and whose religion was largely political in intent. By focusing
on a pivotal year in the life of Henry, this study moves beyond the caricature to
reveal a fuller portrait of this complex monarch. In 1536, Henry met many fail-
ures—physical, personal, and political—and emerged from them a different man
and a revolutionary new king who proceeded to transform a nation and a reli-
gion. Suzannah Lipscomb is a research curator at Hampton Court Palace.
History/Biography • 256 pp • 5.5 x 8.5
9780745953656 • October • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Cloth • Lion UK
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Charles Dickens
Catherine Peters
The perfect concise introduction to the life and work of one of Britain’s most influential writers.
Charles Dickens was in his own day the most popular novelist who had ever lived, a public fig-
ure adored like a present-day pop star. He still holds his place as one of the greatest English writ-
ers, an original genius whose novels are an essential link in the canon of English literature. He
was also actively involved in the life of his time, campaigning for social and educational reform
and sharply critical of contemporary society. This short biography provides an excellent intro-
duction to Dickens, from his disturbed childhood with a traumatic period working in a blacking
factory, his instant success as a young writer and his tumultuous acclaim in both England and
America, the major novels of the 1850s and 1960s and the establishment of Household Words,
to the final years as a public performer of his own work. Catherine Peters is the author of The
King of Inventors and Lord Byron.
Biography • 128 pp • 5 x 8
9780752452265 (Replaces 978-0750916196) • November
$14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • The History Press
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Debunking History
152 Popular Myths Exploded
Ed Rayner and Ron Stapley
From ongoing controversies to popular misunderstandings, this is the perfect ref-
erence tool for teasing out the truth behind the legends and myths of the past.
“Intriguing attempt at setting the record straight regarding the myriad misrepre-
sentations that inform our knowledge of history . . . To the credit of the authors,
all are dealt with in a succinct manner that is often absent in historical debate
and discussion.” —Kirkus Reviews UK
History is full of myths, legends, fables, folklore, misinformation, and misconceptions.
Whether they have come about inadvertently or deliberately, many have become part
of the public imagination. This book presents some of the most popular and endur-
ing of these myths from the time of the American and French revolutions to the two
world wars and beyond. Arranged within well-defined geographical or thematic sec-
tions, and through a mix of short and long entries, each topic is clearly explained and
the myth, error, or controversy is exposed. This is an authoritative, compelling, and
illuminating miscellany, where you can find a straight answer to all those nagging ques-
tions about the past. Ed Rayner and Ron Stapley are history professors and history
textbook authors.
History • 448 pp • 5 x 8
9780752451992 (Replaces 978-0750941518) • November
$19.95 (Can $21.95) Paper • The History Press
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Whores of the Devil
Witch-Hunts and Witch-Trials
Erik Durschmied
An exhaustive look at the persons and organizations who persecuted witches
throughout modern history.
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The Lost Ship SS Waratah
The Search for the Titanic of the South
P. J. Smith
Foreword by Clive Cussler
A foreword by Clive Cussler and never-before-published materials enrich this look at one of the
most enduring maritime mysteries of the 20th century.
In 1909, the SS Waratah embarked on her second voyage—from Sydney to England via South Africa.
Filled with families anticipating a new life on the other side of the world, what started out as a jour-
ney full of hope ended abruptly when the ship vanished between Durban and Cape Town. Ironically,
the ship was due to be fitted with pioneering radio equipment when she reached England, but to this
day nothing has been heard of the ship or her human cargo. Believing her to be drifting, the horrified
authorities ordered a search vessel to comb the seas but in three months they found nothing. A second
longer search was commissioned but still no trace was found. The mystery has spawned many con-
spiracy theories and even a million-dollar search mission by author Clive Cussler. P. J. Smith, the great-
niece of Walter Smith, transcribed his diaries and researched the wider story of the Waratah to compile
this unique history. Clive Cussler is an adventure novelist whose books include Arctic Drift, Atlantis Found, and Valhalla Rising.
Transportation/History • 192 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • 50 B/W Illustrations
9780752451572 • November • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • The History Press
RMS Lusitania
The Ship & Her Record
Eric Sauder
Foreword by Audrey Pearl Lawson Johnston
Illustrations by Ken Marschall
From her first sailing to her tragic sinking, replete with archive images, the true history of the
glory and tragedy that marked the career of RMS Lusitania.
RMS Lusitania sank in May 1915 as the result of a torpedo from the U-20. The death toll was 1,198
that day as she sank in less than 20 minutes off the coast of Ireland. Built in 1907, she had a suc-
cessful career of nearly 80 years before that fateful day. Famous for her sinking, she was the fastest
ship in the world when built, and was the first of the superliners. For the first time, Eric Sauder
looks at her as a ship, and not just at her sinking. She was the first true “Ship of State,” with luxu-
rious interiors, double-deck restaurants, glorious public rooms, and sumptuous cabins. Her sinking
was a major factor in Britain’s decision to enter World War I. This illustrated history looks at Lusi-
tania in her true context as the finest ship afloat during her eight years. Eric Sauder is the foremost
expert on the history of the Cunard Line’s RMS Lusitania and has dived on her wreck. He lives in California. Audrey Pearl Law-
son Johnston is the last living first-class Lusitania passenger. Ken Marschall is a famed maritime artist and consultant on many
films including James Cameron’s Ghosts of the Abyss and Titanic.
Transportation/History • 128 pp • 6.5 x 9.5 • 200 B/W Illustrations
9780752452036 (Replaces 9780752434179) • October • $27.95 (Can $30.95) Paper • The History Press
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The QE2 Story
Chris Frame and Rachelle Cross
Many unpublished photographs, including material from Commodore Warwick, are
included in this complete story of the longest-lasting superliner and most popular
of all passenger ships.
There has been no more beloved liner than the Queen Elizabeth 2. The last liner to be
built on British soil, she was constructed by John Brown & Co., Clydebank (Scotland)
and her keel was laid on July 5, 1965, marking the start of her illustrious career. Her
maiden voyage left Southampton on May 2, 1969, bound for New York, and she has
remained in service for the past 40 years. She had a spell as a military ship from 1982,
when she was requisitioned to serve as a troop carrier during the Falklands War, and during her military career QE2 success-
fully sailed more than 14,900 miles. Post-war, she has had many refits, including a headline-grabbing total refurbishment in
1994 to turn her into a 21st-century luxury liner. In November 2008, QE2 retired to a new life in Dubai World, where she
began her conversion to a floating hotel, and the last chapter of her exceptional life in service will close. Chris Frame and Rachelle
Cross are also the authors of QE2: A Photographic Journey.
Transportation • 128 pp • 7.5 x 5 • 90 Color Illustrations
9780752450940 • January • $16.95 (Can $18.95) Cloth • The History Press
Aviation Disasters
The World’s Major Civil Airliner Crashes Since 1950
Fifth edition
David Gero
Analyzing their causes and their impact on safety guidelines and technologies, a review of his-
tory’s most dramatic airline crashes.
Investigating every type of calamity—including those caused by weather, mechanical failure, pilot
error, inhospitable terrain, and hostile action—this is a jarring compendium of some of history’s
most devastating aviation catastrophes. The first incident of sabotage involving a commercial
jetliner is covered, as are the first crash of the jumbo jet era and such high-profile episodes as
Pan American Flight 103 at Lockerbie and the Twin Towers tragedy of September 11. An overview
of the history of air passenger travel over the decades is also provided, along with a time line
covering the rise of the threat of terrorism since the 1970s and the improvements rooted in the
massively increased technological safeguards now implemented by airlines worldwide. David Gero
is the author of Flights of Terror and Military Aviation Disasters.
Transportation • 368 pp • 7 x 9.5 • 15 Color Photos • 200 B/W Photos
9780752450391 (Replaces 9780750931465) • September • $27.95 (Can $30.95) Paper • The History Press
Spitfire in Combat
Alfred Price
A dramatic account of the daring exploits of this iconic plane and its pilots in World War II
includes rare images of the plane in action.
“One of the best on the period and its arms, well organized and intense.”
—Library Journal on One Day in a Long War
Probably the most famous fighter aircraft of all time, the Submarine Spitfire’s distinctive shape
and sound mark it out from most other aircraft of the World War II period. From the biplane
era of the 1930s to the start of the jet age in 1944, the Spitfire, through continuous modifica-
tion and development, remained at the forefront of fighter design and proved itself equal or su-
perior to any of its competitors. During the same period, other variants of the Spitfire proved
highly effective in the photographic reconnaissance role. Aspects of the aircraft’s history such
as the “Speed Spitfire,” specially modified in 1938 for an attempt on the world landplane speed
record, are covered in this fully illustrated account. An ideal primer for those whose interest in
the Spitfire is just beginning, this guide also provides the details of all WWII key aviation battles—sure to add to the knowl-
edge of those who are already familiar with this classic aircraft. Alfred Price is a former RAF aircrew officer and the author
of more than 50 books on aviation subjects, including The Last Year of the Luftwaffe and War in the Fourth Dimension, and
One Day in a Long War.
Military/Transportation • 192 pp • 6.5 x 10 • 180 B/W Photos
9780752451077 • November • $24.95 (Can $26.95) Paper • The History Press
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The Battle for Quebec 1759
Britain’s Conquest of Canada
Matthew C. Ward
The experiences of not only senior officers but also ordinary troops and civilians are examined
in this concise history of the British war against the French for control of Canada.
“A gripping narrative history of the storming of Quebec, which ended French rule in North
America.” —Hew Strachan, author, The First World War
2009 is the 250th year anniversary of this battle
On September 13, 1759, British and French forces fought one of the most decisive battles in his-
tory, on the Plains of Abraham outside the Canadian capital of Quebec. The British force decisively
routed the French, seizing the city and, ultimately, all of Canada. But the struggle for Quebec was
far more than one climactic battle: the campaign involved an immense military and naval opera-
tion, an 18th-century D-Day. British and Canadian archives were researched extensively to look at
the entire campaign, from its inception in Whitehall to its ultimate culmination in Montreal in 1760.
What emerges is not just a picture of bravery and heroism, but also of a campaign that became increasingly brutal and cruel,
with both sides resorting to practices such as the routine scalping of enemy dead. Matthew C. Ward is the author of Breaking
the Backcountry: The Seven Years’ War in Virginia and Pennsylvania, 1754–65.
History • 288 pp • 5 x 8 • 64 B/W Illustrations
9780752452203 (Replaces 978-0752419978) • November • $24.95 (Can $27.95) Paper • The History Press
T. E. Lawrence
The Enigma Explained
Andrew Norman
A searching yet sympathetic portrait of an extraordinary figure attempts to explain his fascinat-
ing personality and choices.
Everyone has heard of T. E. Lawrence—soldier, scholar, author of Seven Pillars of Wisdom, and transla-
tor who led the Arab Legions in their revolt against the Turks. However, it is the mind of Lawrence that
holds the greatest fascination. What made this man, a success by any standards, suddenly decide at the
height of his fame and power to bury himself in the lower ranks of the army and shun the honors be-
stowed upon him by a grateful nation? Those who have sought to understand the mind of Lawrence have
often denigrated him unfairly. Can we now, after all these years—he died in a tragic motorcycle accident
in 1935—even begin to understand his complex psyche? Andrew Norman is the author of several books,
including Adolf Hitler: The Final Analysis; Agatha Christie: The Finished Portrait; and Robert Mugabe:
Teacher, Revolutionary, Tyrant.
Biography • 160 pp • 6 x 9.5 • 32 B/W Photos
9780752448589 • September • $24.95 (Can $29.95) Cloth • The History Press
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Rasputin
An Introduction
Harold Shukman
The perfect introduction to the man whose dark arts caused scandal across Russia.
Accessible and authoritative, this biography covers the truth behind the shadowy fig-
ure of Gregory Rasputin. Rasputin features in Russian history as a malign and destructive
force, a man with an unhealthy influence on the Empress Alexandra and undue power
in Russian politics. Yet his purposes were ostensibly beneficent. An uneducated peas-
ant, he left Siberia to become a wandering “holy man” and soon acquired a reputation
as a healer. The empress was desperate to find a cure for hemophilia from which her
son Alexei suffered, and in 1905 Rasputin was presented at court. His positive effect
on the heir’s health made him indispensible. But his religious teachings were unortho-
dox, and his charismatic presence aroused in many ladies of the St. Petersburg aristocracy
an exalted response, which he exploited sexually. Shady financial dealings added to the
atmosphere of debauchery and scandal, and he was also seen as a political threat when
he was assassinated in 1916. Harold Shukman is the author of Agents for Change, Re-
defining Stalinism, and Stalin’s Generals.
Biography/History • 128 pp • 5 x 8 • 13 B/W Illustrations
9780752452425 (Replaces 9780750915298) • November
$14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • The History Press
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Mao Zedong
Delia Davin
For readers wanting to understand the development of modern China, this accessible history
offers a new insight into the man who transformed Chinese politics.
2009 is the 60th anniversary of the birth of the People’s Republic of China, formed
by Mao
Mao Zedong—first chairman of the People’s Republic of China, one of the founders of the Chinese
Communist Party, and the architect of the Cultural Revolution—was active in Chinese politics for
most of his 82 years, and became one of the most important revolutionary figures in the 20th cen-
tury. He spent the 1920s and 1930s struggling to build the party. After the establishment of the Peo-
ple’s Republic, he strove to impose his vision of socialism on his impoverished country, convinced that
if the power of the people could be harnessed China could become an economically successful and
egalitarian country. The Great Leap Forward, which he initiated was, however, a disaster resulting in
millions of deaths. Mao used the Cultural Revolution to reimpose his authority, his critics were per-
secuted, and a personality cult was fostered. His Little Red Book sold more than 740 million copies. Here an eminent historian
offers the reader a powerful insight into the life and work of this unique man. Delia Davin has written a number of books on
China, including Internal Migration in Contemporary China and Woman-Work: Women and the Party in Revolutionary China.
Biography/History • 128 pp • 5 x 8 • 41 B/W Photos
9780752450711 • October • $14.95 (Can $16.95) Paper • The History Press
World War II
A Military History
Alan Warren
The 16 most decisive battles of World War II are chronicled, from the Blitzkrieg of Poland to the
fall of Berlin.
In World War I many battles on the western front lasted weeks or months, often degenerating into gla-
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sibility of a decisive battle. An unprecedented rate of technological change meant that a stream of new
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forms of motorized transport became available to make possible a fresh style of offensive warfare when
the next European war began in 1939. A belief in the importance of effective war fighting was vital to
the Nazi vision of Germany’s future. Nazi Germany’s political and military leaders aimed for rapid and
decisive victory in battle. From 1939 to 1945, new ideologies and new machines of war carried destruction
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Title Index
Title Index
2nd Big Big Book of Tashi, The ............................27 Bluffer’s Guide to Astrology Clicker Training for Clever Cats............................58
4 Dreams of Miss X, The, 70..............................170 & Fortune Telling, The ....................................160 Cocktails and Rock Tales......................................47
8 Secrets of Happiness, The ..............................118 Bluffer’s Guide to Banking, The ........................160 Collio ..................................................................50
50 Quirky Bike Rides..........................................156 Bluffer’s Guide to Bond, The..............................160 Complete David Bowie, The ..............................107
100 Things to Do When You’re Dead ................135 Bluffer’s Guide to Consultancy, The ..................160 Complete Gerry Anderson, The ..........................66
100 Ways to Change the World ........................126 Bluffer’s Guide to Cricket, The ..........................160 Complete Inspector Morse, The ........................115
100 Years of Brooklands....................................168 Bluffer’s Guide to Doctors, The ..........................160 Complete Kylie Minogue, The ..........................109
100 Years of Grand Prix ....................................168 Bluffer’s Guide to Economics, The......................161 Complete Round of Stories
101 . . . series....................................................117 Bluffer’s Guide to Genetics, The ........................161 by the Christmas Fire, The ................................88
101 Secrets to Building a Winning Business ......117 Bluffer’s Guide to Golf, The ..............................161 Complete Traditional Recipe Book ....................170
101 Things Your GP Would Tell You Bluffer’s Guide to Hiking, The ............................163 Confessions of a Reformed Dieter ....................166
If There Was Time ..........................................166 Bluffer’s Guide to Jazz, The................................161 Country Cotillion, A ............................................97
101 Ways to Advertise Your Business ................117 Bluffer’s Guide to Life Coaching, The ................161 Crap Cycle Lanes ..............................................157
101 Ways to Have a Business and a Life ............117 Bluffer’s Guide to Management, The ................161 Crap Lyrics ........................................................105
101 Ways to Market Your Business....................117 Bluffer’s Guide to Marketing, The ......................161 Crashing and Splashing ........................................4
101 Ways to Really Satisfy Your Customers........117 Bluffer’s Guide to Men, The ..............................161 Crazy Cosmos ....................................................20
300 Beers to Try Before You Die! ......................169 Bluffer’s Guide to Middle Age, The ....................161 Creation................................................................8
1536 ................................................................145 Bluffer’s Guide to Music, The ............................161 Croc! ..................................................................57
Accidental Optimist’s Guide to Life, The ............156 Bluffer’s Guide to Negotiation, The....................161 Crocodile ............................................................57
Advertising and the Mind of the Consumer ......117 Bluffer’s Guide to Opera, The ............................161 Cry from the Highest Mountain ........................157
Afternoon Tea ..........................................141, 165 Bluffer’s Guide to Paris, The ..............................162 Cuisine du Moi....................................................51
Agent Provocateur: 69 ........................................70 Bluffer’s Guide to Philosophy, The......................162 Cupcake Magic ................................................170
Agent Provocateur: I............................................70 Bluffer’s Guide to Public Speaking, The..............162 Curly ..................................................................31
Agent Provocateur Exhibitionist ..........................70 Bluffer’s Guide to Relationships, The..................162 Curly and the Fent ..............................................31
Alice in La La Land ..............................................99 Bluffer’s Guide to Rocket Science, The ..............162 Curly Saves Grandma’s House..............................31
Alison Lester Board Books ....................................4 Bluffer’s Guide to Rugby, The ............................162 Dancing in the Darkness....................................108
All Will Be Well..................................................156 Bluffer’s Guide to Seduction, The ......................162 Dark Stranger, A..................................................72
Amy Winehouse................................................108 Bluffer’s Guide to Sex, The ................................162 Dashing Miss Fairchild, The..................................98
Angel and the Dove, The ....................................13 Bluffer’s Guide to Skiing, The ............................162 Dear Everybody ................................................101
Angelina Jolie....................................................114 Bluffer’s Guide to Small Business, The................162 Dearly Departed ................................................127
Annus Horribilis ................................................136 Bluffer’s Guide to Surfing, The ..........................162 Death................................................................157
Annus Mirabilis ................................................136 Bluffer’s Guide to the Classics, The ....................160 Debunking History ............................................147
Anything Goes ..........................................113, 169 Bluffer’s Guide to the Cosmos, The....................163 Decay of Lying, The ............................................85
Aphorisms ..........................................................85 Bluffer’s Guide to the Flight Deck, The ..............162 Dedicated Scoundrel, A ......................................97
Aquamaze ..........................................................20 Bluffer’s Guide to the Olympics, The ..................163 Desert Governess ..............................................157
Are You Sad, Little Bear? ....................................12 Bluffer’s Guide to the Quantum Universe, The ..163 Detective Jill Jackson Mysteries ............................68
Around the World With 1000 Birds ..................156 Bluffer’s Guide to The Simpsons, The ................163 Devil & Maria D’Avalos, The ................................96
Art of Sinking in Poetry, The ................................87 Bluffer’s Guide to Whisky, The ..........................163 Devil’s Elixirs, The ................................................81
Arts & Crafts Needlepoint....................................55 Bluffer’s Guide to Women, The..........................163 Diamonds Are a Teen’s Best Friend ......................38
Assassins, The ..................................................154 Book of Books, The ............................................17 Diana, Princess of Wales ....................................165
Astounding Astromaze, The ................................20 Book of Emmett, The ........................................105 Diaries of Adam and Eve ....................................77
Audrey Goes to Town..........................................29 Borough Market Book, The ..............................156 Dinomazia ..........................................................20
Audrey Hepburn................................................169 Borough Market Cookbook: Meat & Fish ..........156 Discovery Road..................................................157
Audrey of the Outback........................................29 Boyhood Days ....................................................92 Don’t Go Hungry Diet, The................................166
Australian 1 2 3 of Animals, An ............................6 Brickfield, The ....................................................90 Double Delight Pop-Up Alphabet ..........................1
Australian ABC of Animals, An ..............................6 Brief Lives............................................................93 Double Delight Pop-Up Books ..............................1
Aviation Disasters ..............................................150 Britain’s Kings & Queens....................................165 Double Delight Pop-Up Numbers ..........................1
Avoiding Mr Right ............................................101 Brotherhoods, The ............................................170 Dragonmazia ......................................................20
Awkward Age, An ..............................................92 Bubble and Squeak: The Great Cheese Hunt ......27 Dream Days ........................................................88
Babies ..................................................................2 Buddhism for Mothers ......................................169 Dress Like a Star ................................................124
Baby Jesus ............................................................8 Buddhism for Mothers of Young Children..........170 Each Day a Small Victory ..................................103
Baghdad Business School ..................................156 Cancer Explained ..............................................166 Easter Angels, The ..............................................13
Battle for Quebec 1759, The ............................151 Canterbury Tales..................................................76 Editor, The ..........................................................67
Beatles, The ........................................................45 Capuchin Classics..........................................74, 75 Elective Affinities ................................................78
Beauty in Bloom ................................................125 Caring for the Older Horse ..................................61 English Castles ..................................................165
Bedford Triangle, The ........................................152 Cat Flaps and Mousetraps ................................169 English Gothic ..................................................109
Beer a Day, A ......................................................48 Catherine Parr ..................................................145 Essence of Health, The ......................................166
Behind the Veil ..................................................156 Celtic Treasure ..................................................134 European Job, The ............................................157
Belmont and the Dragon ....................................30 Celtic Wisdom ..................................................134 Fabulous Frocks ..................................................43
Bibs and Boots ......................................................4 Changing the World Step by Step ....................156 Fancyapint? In London ......................................142
Big Big Big Book of Tashi, The..............................27 Charles Dickens ................................................146 Fashion Speak ..................................................124
Big Big Book of Gibblewort the Goblin, The ........32 Charlotte and the Starlet ....................................36 Fateful Beauty ..................................................157
Billy and Bella ......................................................22 Charlotte Brontë ................................................93 Feeding the Bump ..............................................42
Biographer, The ........................................104, 166 Chat to Your Cat ................................................58 Feet of the Chameleon........................................62
Black Cats and April Fools ................................169 Chelonia Green ..................................................35 Fever Trees of Borneo ........................................157
Black Spider, The ................................................80 China and Iran ..................................................146 Fifty Years of Silence..........................................166
Blessings Books ..................................................10 Christmas Surprise ................................................2 Fighting Force ..................................................168
Blessings for a Baby Boy ......................................10 Christopher Lee ................................................114 First Christmas, The ............................................11
Blessings for a Baby Girl ......................................10 Chronicles of Krangor, The ..................................37 First Easter, The ..................................................11
Blonde Moments ..............................................135 Chronicles of Sherlock Holmes, The ....................69 First Rainbow, The ..............................................11
Blood Sunset ......................................................67 Cities of the Apocalypse ....................................134 Fish ..................................................................155
Blood, Sweat & Charity ....................................156 Classics series ......................................................69 Fists ....................................................................72
Bluffer’s Guide to Archaeology, The ..................160 Fivefold ............................................................166
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Title Index
Fly Away Peter ....................................................25 Ice Chorus, The ................................................102 Mastering Bipolar Disorder ................................122
Forest of Doom and Gloom, The ........................30 Immensee and Other Stories................................76 Mawson’s Antarctic Diaries..................................64
Forest Woman, The ............................................91 In & Around London..........................................141 Mega Book of Useless Information, The ............170
Forgotten Children, The ....................................167 In the Company of Dalí ....................................168 Memoirs of a Good-for-Nothing ..........................78
Fortunate Son ..................................................106 Incandescence ....................................................75 Merchant’s Tale ..................................................95
Fox, The ..............................................................80 Inkspot Monologues, The ..................................136 Mine-Haha ..........................................................90
French for Xenophobes ....................................163 Isfahan ..............................................................140 Misadventures of John Nicholson, The ................89
Friend in Need, A ................................................36 Italian for Xenophobes ......................................163 Mishaps ..............................................................39
Frigid Women ..................................................157 J. S. Bach ..........................................................129 Missing Kin, The..................................................37
Further Travellers’ Tales from Heaven and Hell....157 Jade: Fighting to the End ..................................155 Mistresses of Henry VIII, The ..............................145
Gennaro’s Italian Year..........................................53 James Halliday’s Wine Atlas of Australia ..............50 Moms ..................................................................2
Geoffrey Chaucer ................................................93 Jane Austen ......................................................166 Monarchs, Murders & Mistresses ......................147
German for Xenophobes ..................................163 Jasmine & Arnica ..............................................158 Moods of Future Joys ........................................158
Germinie Lacerteux ............................................89 Jew’s Beech, The ................................................83 More Traveller’s Tales from Heaven & Hell ..........158
Gerry Anderson’s UFO: Technical Manual ............66 Johnny Depp ............................................111, 112 Mother Teresa ..................................................129
Gibblewort the Goblin ........................................32 Juicy Writing ......................................................42 Mother’s Love, A ..............................................118
Girlosophy ........................................................169 Jungle Beat, The................................................158 Mothers & Daughters ........................................118
Go Baby Go! ........................................................5 Jungle Janes ......................................................158 Mozart’s Journey to Prague ................................84
Goblin at the Beach ............................................32 King in Reserve, The ............................................37 Music to Die For ................................................155
Goblin at the Zoo ................................................32 King’s Bride, The..................................................81 My Journey with a Remarkable Tree ..................158
Goblin in the Bush ..............................................32 Kings & Queens ........................................141, 166 My Name Is Aram................................................74
Goblin in the Rainforest ......................................32 Kitchen Memories ..............................................54 My Nativity Jigsaw Book ......................................11
Goblin in the Snow ............................................32 KOTO..................................................................52 My Noah’s Ark Jigsaw Book ................................11
Goblin on the Reef ..............................................32 Kustom Graphics ..............................................170 My Rainbow Book of Bedtime Prayers ..................9
God, Actually ....................................................130 Lars Porsena ........................................................85 My Rainbow Book of Everyday Prayers ..................9
God’s Undertaker ......................................132, 170 Last Day of a Condemned Man, The....................82 My Rainbow Books................................................9
Good Beer Guide 2009 ....................................142 Latin Matters ....................................................137 My Word Is My Bond ........................................112
Good Beer Guide Belgium ..................................49 Lazy Girl’s Guide to Losing Weight Naming the Rose ..............................................167
Good Bottled Beer Guide ....................................49 and Getting Fit, The ......................................167 Never Order Chicken on a Monday....................167
Good Life, The ..................................................157 Lenz ....................................................................82 News of the World? ..........................................158
Good Life Gets Better, The ................................157 Let Your Past Go and Live ..................................127 Noah’s Ark ............................................................8
Good Old-Fashioned Puddings ............................54 Letters from the Palazzo Barbaro ........................73 Nosepicking for Pleasure ..................................169
Good Old-Fashioned Roasts ................................54 Letters to Isabella Stewart Gardner ......................73 Not Meeting Mr Right ......................................101
Gordon Ramsay ..................................................51 Lewis Hamilton: Champion of the World ............63 Occy....................................................................63
Grace Kelly........................................................169 Libya ................................................................140 Ocean Pearl ........................................................38
Graffiti Planet..............................................46, 169 Life of Dante ......................................................86 OK Team, The......................................................34
Graffiti Planet 2 ..................................................46 Line Training for Dogs ........................................60 OK Team 2, The ..................................................34
Great Sects........................................................158 Lion Book of Five-Minute Animal Stories, The ......15 On Deception......................................................94
Greek for Xenophobes ......................................163 Lion Book of Prayers to Read & Know, The ..........17 On Genius and the Common Man ......................94
Green Oranges on Lion Mountain ....................158 Lion Companion to Christian Art ......................128 On London..........................................................94
Grown-Up & Gorgeous in Your 40s ..................123 Lion Companion to Church Architecture, The ....128 On Paris ..............................................................95
Grown-Up & Gorgeous in Your 50s ..................123 Lion Day-by-Day Bible, The ..................................16 On Reading ........................................................95
Grown-Up & Gorgeous in Your 60s ..................123 Lion Encyclopedia of Christianity, The ..................19 ON series, 94 ......................................................95
Grown-up & Gorgeous series ............................123 Lion Encyclopedia of the Bible, The......................19 On the Wall with Hadrian ..................................158
Gucci Mamas ....................................................100 Lion Encyclopedia of World Religions, The ..........19 One Minute Mandarin ......................................140
Gulliver’s Travels ............................................74, 79 Lion Read & Know Bible, The ..............................16 One-Stop Guide to Christianity, The ..................131
Happy and Sad......................................................4 Lion Storyteller Bedtime Book, The ......................18 Oneworld Classics ........................................76–87
Hashish, Wine, Opium ........................................86 Lion Storyteller Bible, The ....................................16 Outdoor ..............................................................52
Haunted House, The............................................81 Little Blue ............................................................21 Paul Morel ..........................................................80
Heart of Darkness................................................79 Little Book of Bliss, The......................................119 Persuasion ..........................................................77
Heath Ledger ............................................111, 170 Little Hare Lift-the-Flap Books................................2 Peter Schlemihl....................................................83
Hero of Our Time, A............................................84 Living Blonde ......................................................38 Pilgrimage ........................................................133
Hesperus Classics ....................................48, 88, 89 Long Reining to Break Horses to Harness ............60 Pill, The ............................................................121
Hesperus Contemporary......................................92 Lost Castle, The ..................................................37 Pocket Guide to Christian Belief, A ....................132
Hesperus Modern Voices ....................................90 Lost Files of Sherlock Holmes, The ......................69 Pocket Guide to Christian History, A ..................132
Hesperus Poetry ..................................................95 Lost Sheep ............................................................8 Pocket Psycho, The............................................115
Hesperus Worldwide ....................................91, 92 Lost Ship SS Waratah, The ................................149 Pop Princess ........................................................40
History Makers ..................................................129 Love and Friendship ............................................77 Potty Time ............................................................2
Hollywood Filmmaking series ............................110 Love and Gymnastics ..........................................88 Pram Diet, The ..................................................167
Hollywood Filmmaking: The 1930s ....................110 Love You Two......................................................39 Prickly Pears of Palestine....................................158
Hollywood Filmmaking: The 1950s ....................110 Lucy Goosey........................................................22 Prince, The ..........................................................86
Hooray for Hollywood ........................................36 Machine Gun Story, The ....................................154 Progress in Chess ..............................................143
Hottest Boy Who Ever Lived, The ........................29 Madonna v Guy ................................................108 Punk Fiction ......................................................105
House at Salvation Creek, The ..........................167 Mahtab’s Story ....................................................35 QE2 Story, The ..................................................150
How Fat Was Henry VIII? ..................................145 Make Your Own Electric Guitar ........................169 Quentin Blake’s Ten Frogs ......................................7
How to Cook Children ........................................26 Make Your Own Joke Book, The..........................41 Rafael Nadal........................................................62
How to Date a Millionaire....................................38 Makeup ............................................................170 Rake’s Reform, A ................................................98
How to Mix Drinks Making a Pilgrimage..........................................133 Rasputin............................................................152
or The Bon Vivant’s Companion........................48 Man at Leisure ....................................................87 Rat Killer, The ....................................................103
Hush Baby Hush ....................................................5 Mao Zedong ....................................................153 Ready, Steady, Grow! ..........................................12
I Am What I Am ................................................113 Margaret Fulton Cookbook, The..........................53 Red Arrows ......................................................168
I Love You Because . . . ......................................119 Margaret Fulton’s Christmas ................................53 Red Dress Walking ..............................................99
I Want to Know About Jesus ..............................14 Margaret Fulton’s Encyclopedia Relational Manager, The ....................................116
I Want to Know About the Bible..........................14 of Food and Cookery........................................53 Rembrandt ........................................................129
I’m Still Awake, Still! ..........................................24 Margaret Fulton’s Kitchen....................................53 Return of Gibblewort the Goblin, The ................32
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Rex Collections..................................................111 There’s a Worm on My Eyeball ............................41 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Poles ................139, 165
Riding the Outlaw Trail ......................................158 This Book Will Get You Laid ..............................169 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Scots................139, 165
Riding with Ghosts ............................................159 Three Wishes ......................................................40 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Spanish ....................138
Riding with Ghosts: South of the Border............159 Three-Cornered Hat, The ....................................84 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Swedes ............139, 165
Riot of Goldfish, A ..............................................91 Through a Land of Extremes ..............................141 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Swiss................139, 165
RMS Lusitania....................................................149 Thunder & Sunshine ..........................................159 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Welsh ..............139, 165
Robert Louis Stevenson ......................................93 Titanic and the Californian ................................149 Xenophobe’s Guides..................138, 139, 164, 165
Roger Federer......................................................62 Tomorrow All Will Be Beautiful ............................40 You Remind Me of Marilyn Monroe ....................96
Roguish Miss Penn, The ......................................98 Too Good ..........................................................167 Zohra’s Ladder ..................................................160
Rolling Stones, The..............................................44 Too Tight, Benito! ..............................................23
Royal Line of Succession, The ............................166 Touch and Feel Books ............................................8
Royal Murders ..................................................144
Sally Rippin Board Books ......................................5
Touching Tibet ..................................................159
Trail of Visions Route 1, A..................................159
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Salvation Creek ................................................167 Trail of Visions Route 2, A..................................159
Abbott, Elisabeth ................................................79
Savoy Cocktail Book, The ..................................170 Travellers’ Tales from Heaven and Hell................159
Acton, Gwen ....................................................161
Schooling Exercises In-Hand ................................61 Travels in Outback Australia ..............................160
Adamson, Richard ............................................158
Scotch Whisky ..................................................166 Travels in the South of France ..............................79
Agent Provocateur ......................................70, 170
Scratch Kitten......................................................33 Travels with My Daughter ..................................160
Ainsley, Rob ......................................................156
Scratch Kitten and the Ragged Reef ....................33 Triumph Around the World................................160
Allsop, David ....................................................162
Scratch Kitten Goes to Sea ..................................33 True Love ..........................................................167
Allsopp, Sophie ..................................................11
Scratch Kitten on the Pirate’s Shoulder ................33 Twisted Tales ......................................................28
Amos, Dorian ....................................................157
Secret Agent’s Handbook ..................................148 Two Tough Teddies ..............................................23
Aplin, Hugh ..................................................83, 92
Secret World of Johnny Depp, The ....................169 Under the Deodars ..............................................90
Apter, Jeff ........................................................106
Secrets of Chess Training ..................................143 Versace Sisters ....................................................10
Archer, John ......................................................127
Secrets of Creative Thinking ..............................143 Very Best of Volkswagen, The............................168
Ash, Niema ..............................................159, 160
Secrets of Endgame Technique ..........................143 Village Romeo and Juliet, A ................................82
Ashdown, Dulcie M. ................................144, 166
Secrets of Opening Preparation ........................143 Village, The ........................................................83
Ashton, Gail ........................................................93
Secrets of Positional Play ..................................143 Visions & Voyages ............................................133
Atkinson, Peter....................................................19
Seeing Angels ..................................................125 Vodka Classified ..................................................47
Austen, Jane ......................................................77
Seeking Sanctuary ............................................159 Vodka Doesn’t Freeze ..........................................68
Auswaks,Alex......................................................69
Sepulchres ..........................................................87 Voodoo Doll ........................................................68
Babbs, Liz..........................................................134
Seven Month Itch, The ........................................38 Walking Away ..................................................160
Bahn, Paul ................................................160, 162
Sex Made Easy ..................................................121 Wand and the Sword, The ..................................30
Bailey, Rob ........................................................135
Shakespeare Matters ........................................137 Washing Dishes in Hotel Paradise ........................92
Baker, Tim ..........................................................63
Sharaf ..............................................................104 Way I Love You, The ..............................................3
Balme, Julian ....................................................170
Sharp Suits ..........................................................43 We, the Accused ................................................75
Bancroft, Bronwyn ................................................6
She Devils..........................................................144 What Day Is It, Missie Mouse? ..............................3
Barbour, Anne ..............................................97, 98
Sherlock Holmes in Russia ..................................69 What I Wore Today............................................170
Barlow, Ben ..............................................139, 164
Shirley’s Guild......................................................75 What’s That Noise?................................................5
Barrington, Fleur ..............................................135
Shut Up and Kiss Me ........................................120 What’s the Time, Missie Mouse? ..........................3
Barrowman, Carole E. ..............................113, 169
Siberian Dreams ................................................159 Whatever Happened to Tanganyika? ................146
Barrowman, John ......................................113, 169
Silas Marner ........................................................74 Where Is Baby? ....................................................5
Bartlett, W. B. ..................................................154
Sir Winston Churchill ........................................166 Whisky Classified ................................................47
Baudelaire, Charles..............................................86
Skin Fitness ......................................................122 Who’s Laughing? ..................................................2
Bedford, David ..................................................2, 3
Sleep Right, Sleep Tight ....................................167 Who’s Yawning? ..................................................2
Beere, Ken ........................................................162
Slight Misunderstanding, A ................................78 Whores of the Devil ..........................................148
Bellew, Sir George ............................................165
Slow Winter ......................................................159 Whose Sofa Is It Anyway? ..................................59
Bendall-Brunello, John ........................................15
Smiths, The ......................................................107 Why First Borns Rule the World
Benge, Polly ......................................................159
So You Have a Great Idea for a Business . . . ......116 and Last Borns Want to Change It ..................167
Bennett, Jane ....................................................121
SOE’s Ultimate Deception ..................................153 Wicked Wit of Winston Churchill, The ..............169
Bentley, Chris ......................................................66
Something Beautiful for God ............................130 Will to Survive, The ..........................................151
Berka, Petr ................................................139, 164
Spanish for Xenophobes....................................164 Wisdom of Water, The ......................................127
Berkoff, Steven....................................................96
Special Kev..........................................................24 Woman in the Case, The ....................................76
Berlin, Peter ......................................139, 162, 165
Special Offa ......................................................159 Wondrak and Other Stories ................................73
Bibby, Bob ................................................158, 159
Spiders ................................................................57 Working with Monsters ............................115, 167
Bilton, Paul................................................139, 165
Spilling the Beans on the Cat’s Pyjamas: World War II......................................................153
Birkett, Georgie ..................................................12
Popular Expressions ........................................137 World’s Ten Most Evil Men ................................144
Bishop, David ....................................................115
Spitfire in Combat ............................................150 Worlds of John Ruskin, The ................................46
Blake, Quentin ......................................................7
Splat! ..................................................................64 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Americans................139
Bloom, Natalie ..................................................125
Starfish Sisters ....................................................38 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Aussies ............139, 164
Blunt, Wilfred....................................................140
Street Art and the War on Terror ......................169 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Austrians..........139, 164
Boccaccio, Giovanni ............................................86
Stress ................................................................122 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Belgians ..................138
Bolt, Rodney..............................................139, 164
Subantarctic Wilderness ......................................65 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Canadians........139, 164
Bonaparte, Napoleon ..........................................85
Sufficient ............................................................56 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Czechs ............139, 164
Bonington, Sir Chris ..........................................141
Sweeney Todd ..................................................169 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Danes ..............139, 164
Booth, Jonathon................................................157
T. E. Lawrence ..................................................151 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Dutch ..............139, 164
Botham, Noel ....................................................170
Tales of the Islanders ..........................................89 Xenophobe’s Guide to the English ............139, 164
Bowers, Chris ......................................................62
Tamla Motown ..................................................155 Xenophobe’s Guide to the French......................138
Bowman, Martin W. ........................................152
Tashi....................................................................27 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Germans ..........139, 164
Bowring, Jane ....................................................22
Tashi and the Baba Yaga......................................27 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Greeks ............139, 164
Box, Su ........................................................ 9, 119
Tashi and the Mixed-Up Monster ........................27 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Icelanders ................138
Boyce, Fredric....................................................153
Tashi and the Phoenix..........................................27 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Irish..................139, 164
Boyd, William......................................................75
Tea for Two . . . With No Cups ..........................159 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Italians ............139, 164
Boyman, Russell ................................................156
Tempest, The ......................................................71 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Japanese ..................138
Bradley, Ian ......................................................133
Ten Lessons from the Road ................................126 Xenophobe’s Guide to the Kiwis................139, 165
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