The British Wildlife Photgraphy Awards were devised by British Wildlife Photographer Chris Weston & Curator of Photography Maggie Gowan. The first awards were held in 2009 to widespread acclaim, with support from esteemed organisations including Natural Engl&, WWF & Outdoor Photography magazine. This superb collection of imagery showcases the very best of the British Wildlife Photography Awards, an annual competition celebrating the breathtaking diversity of the natural history of the British Isles. The photographs within the book demonstrate an extraordinary range of viewpoints & differing approaches. Every picture is accompanied by the photographer`s personal account of the inspiration behind the image: wonderfully varied, amusing & illuminating stories that help bring us closer to the fascinating & often unseen world of nature. Also included are the photographer`s notes, outlining their technique & the type of equipment used, making this an invaluable resource for anyone interested in improving their photography or investing in new equipment. ...

This superb collection of imagery showcases the very best of the British Wildlife Photography Awards, an annual competition ...

This superb collection of imagery showcases the very best of the British Wildlife Photography Awards, an annual competition ...

This dazzling collection showcases the very best of the British Wildlife Photography Awards, presenting over 150 of the winning, commended & shortlisted images from the 2017 competition. Featuring a range of photography from world-leading professionals as well as inspired amateurs, it is a book that captures the magnificent diversity of the British Isles. British Wildiife Photography Awards is divided into the competition`s fifteen categories, from Animal Portraits through to the Young People`s Awards. Every photograph is beautifully reproduced in a large format, with detailed technical information alongside the photographer`s personal account, to appeal to both photographers & natural historians. ...

How was Great Britain made? & what does it mean to be British? This brilliant & seminal book examines how a more cohesive British nation was invented after 1707 & how this new national identity was nurtured through war, religion, trade, & empire. Lavishly illustrated & powerful, ” Britons” remains a major contribution to our understanding of Britain`s past, & continues to influence ongoing controversies about this polity`s survival & future. This edition contains an extensive new preface by the author. ...

The number 1 European bestseller by the author of New York Times bestseller & international phenomenon A Man Called Ove, Britt-Marie was Here is a funny, poignant & uplifting tale of love, community, & second chances. For as long as anyone can remember, Britt-Marie has been an acquired taste. It`s not that she`s judgemental, or fussy, or difficult
- she just expects things to be done in a certain way. A cutlery drawer should be arranged in the right order, for example (forks, knives, then spoons). We`re not animals, are we? But behind the passive-aggressive, socially awkward, absurdly pedantic busybody is a woman who has more imagination, bigger dreams & a warmer heart than anyone around her realizes. So when Britt-Marie finds herself unemployed, separated from her husband of 20 years, left to fend for herself in the miserable provincial backwater that is Borg
- of which the kindest thing one can say is that it has a road going through it
- & somehow tasked with running the local football team, she is a little unprepared. But she will learn that life may have more to offer her that she`s ever realised, & love might be found in the most unexpected of places.


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I can spy a mummy elephant. Can you find her baby? Match the mummy animal to her baby in this wonderful introduction to early concepts. With beautiful retro-inspired artwork from award-winning artist Britta Teckentrup, these bold & colourful board books are guaranteed to delightful adults & babies alike. ...

Brittany in the France series from Footprint; comprising of a range of titles dedicated to the regions of France & designed for independent travellers who like exploring off the beaten track. Footprint guides have an established reputation, built up since 1921, for catering for more adventurous & individual travellers. Each author has travelled extensively to provide unique insights into France's best loved regions & individual guides provide comprehensive descriptions of the main sights, as well as many lesser known gems. There are also listings of the best value & most romantic places to stay, sample local food & buy local specialties. Widely recognized for their reliability & independent writing style, each guide in the Footprint France series helps visitors plan their trip, with lively insights on subjects such as the French history & cafe culture. An introductory section profiles the region, with an overview map, selection of notable highlights, a month by month calendar & the best of the area in books & on screen. Each section has a particular focus on local sights & places of interest, with details of accommodation, restaurants & nightlife also included. A ...

Brittany in Cadogan’s popular series of guides to the regions of France; combining solid research, detailed, practical information & individual points of view on each destination – each title is individually authored. Cadogan guides are particularly strong on historical & cultural sightseeing but also carry a good sense of the particular lifestyle of a destination. Informed itineraries on topics such as architecture, food & drink are included, & the low-down on outdoor activities & cultural events is also provided. Authors have handpicked their own recommendations for places to stay & to eat & drink & an added feature of the series is site & building plans, which are included where relevant to descriptions provided in the accompanying text. Introductions to Cadogan guides are more sizeable than many other market competitors, containing a profile of the French region, history, art & architecture, topical matters, food & drink, planning your trip & an A-Z of practical concerns on tourist information. Each title in the series is organized geographically by region & has a particular focus on cultural & historical sights. Guides conclude with a glossary, language tips & recommendations for further reading. ...

Brittany in a series of guides to France’s navigable rivers & canals from Editions du Breil, providing mapping of the waterways with better presentation of the surrounding countryside, including street plans of main towns along the routes. Coverage

Includes:: La Rance, Le canal d` Ille-et-Rance, La Vilaine, Le Blavet, Le canal de Nantes à Brest, L` Aff, L` Erdre & La Sèvre Nantaise. The maps present the waterways with locks, mooring places, etc. & the surrounding localities annotated with symbols indicating various facilities & places of interest. Most map panels cover a full page, enabling the publishers to provide better coverage of the surrounding countryside, showing more local towns & villages plus the connecting roads. The guides also include better street plans of selected larger towns, indicating main sights, etc. Navigating instructions or tips & information about various facilities or places of interest are usually located on a page opposite to the map of the route. The guides also contain general information on rules & regulations for navigating along France’s inland waterways, plus examples of signs & signals. All of the text, explanations & the map legend are in French, English & German. To see the list of other titles in this series please click on the series link.

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