British Isles Physical Wall Map at 1:1, 000, 000 from the Ordnance Survey, size 93.5 x 104cm (3ft 1 x 3ft 5 approx), with a laminated surface which can be written on with suitable marker pens without damaging the map. The map shows the physical geography of Great Britain & Ireland by relief shading & altitude colouring, with numerous spot heights (in metres), plus names of peaks, mountain chains, forests & other natural features, etc. Larger towns are marked, but the map does not show the road network. LAMINATED & ENCAPSULATED WALL MAPS:- laminated wall maps have a thin layer of plastic usually applied to the printed side only. They can be written on with suitable marker pens without any damage to the map but, unless laminated on both sides, they are not damp-proof.- encapsulated wall maps are sealed between two sheets of plastic. They are more rigid & heavier than laminated maps of the same size. They are damp-proof & do not crinkle in humid conditions. Encapsulation gives the map a shiny surface, similar to being displayed behind glass.- please note: many publishers & retailers often use these two terms interchangeably. Our map titles & descriptions follow the definitions provided above. ...

The British Isles with their old historic counties on a cloth-backed reproduction from the Old Folding Maps of a beautiful map published by the Stanford’s Geographic Establishment around 1859. Bright colours highlight the boundaries of the old counties as they were before the nonsensical / much needed (delete as you feel appropriate) changes in 1974. The pale background makes all the place names easy to read. In common with other maps published by Stanfords at that time, an unusually large number of small rivers are named, even the lovely Cuckmere is there. Ironically perhaps, the map provides an interesting contrast between the significant administrative changes within Great Britain & the retention of the county borders within Irel&, with just the change of the names from King’s & Queen’s to Offaly & Laois respectively – it’s the international border that has been added there. Each individual cloth-backed map is sold folded in a colourful case covered with a unique design marbled paper – no two cases are identical.PLEASE NOTE: this title is also available as a wall map in two different sizes in the “ Stanfords Classics Collection of Historical Maps”. To see the list of all the titles in this series from the Old Folding Maps please click on the series link. ...

Joe Hayman travels across the UK in the wake of the Brexit vote, speaking to Leave & Remain voters about the attitudes & experiences which made them vote the way they did & using those views to explore the political economy of post-referendum Britain. From Sunderland to Belfast, from Aberystwyth to Glasgow, Hayman uses sixteen chapters of interviews & analysis to knit together a picture of a nation where divisions of class, culture & faith bubble dangerously close to the surface. Pulling no punches & refusing to ignore divisions, Hayman`s book explores some of the major fault-lines in British society, from identity, immigration & integration to Britain`s complex relationship with its past, & calls for urgent efforts to build a new political economy for the UK, with a stronger sense of social solidarity, shared identity & common values at its heart. The book is based on conversations with members of the public all around the country & gets deep under the skin of British society, exploring tough attitudes & cultural divisions which can be swept under the carpet no longer. ...

British in the Language & Culture series from Lonely Planet, providing an irreverent view of a selection of languages & revealing the meanings behind everyday native expressions. Written in a humorous style, these pocket-sized guides present a thematic guide to each language through descriptions of vocabulary, colloquiums & slang. Each guide begins with a short history of the language, including unique features & origins. There is also guidance on pronunciation, grammar, phrasing, greetings, etiquette & body language. Individual sections are dedicated to lifestyle & society, travel & transport, food & drink, sport, entertainment, slang, misunderstandings & regional variations or languages. Extensive descriptions of each area are interlaced with humorous anecdotes, common misunderstandings & other words & phrases which may confuse visitors. Outline maps of different regions are accompanied by commentary on regional variations & any notable local vocabulary. There is also a useful ...

The British Library Desk Diary 2018 gathers together beautiful & fascinating images from the library`s collection of natural history illustrations. Sourced from manuscripts, journals & rare books, the range of nature`s beauty is represented, &

Includes:: birds, butterflies, insects, mammals, reptiles & fish. Artists include John J. Audubon, Maria Sybilla Merian, Archibold Thorburn & George Edwards.

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A high-quality, beautifully designed writing set from the British Library, featuring a map of the world showing the voyages of Captain Cook. Containing 12 notelets & matching envelopes, this is the perfect gift for those who prefer a more traditional way of keeping in touch. ...

The British Library Pocket Diary 2018 gathers together beautiful & fascinating images from the library`s collection of natural history illustrations. Sourced from manuscripts, journals & rare books, the range of nature`s beauty is represented, &

Includes:: birds, butterflies, insects, mammals, reptiles & fish. Artists include John J. Audubon, Maria Sybilla Merian, Archibold Thorburn & George Edwards.

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Part of a series of exciting & luxurious Flame Tree Notebooks. Combining high-quality production with magnificent fine art, ...

Part of a series of exciting & luxurious Flame Tree Notebooks. Combining high-quality production with magnificent fine art, ...

Interest in photography has never been higher, with high end digital cameras now ubiquitous & millions of us now expert photographers, regularly documenting the world around us. The British Life Photography Awards exist to celebrate that interest, that expertise & the very best of British reportage, documentary & street photography. One of the most valuable prize funds in the genre, combined with a storied judging panel & the chance to be published, has attracted thousands to enter the competition in its first year. This book collects the winners & celebrates the best of the rest, with hundreds of eye-opening images giving a thought provoking, beautiful & refreshing view of life in the UK today. ...