How does the daisy express love? What did the heliotrope mean in the time of ancient Greece? Why do Christians associate the holly with Jesus? In Japan, what does the chrysanthemum embody? Why is the lily the representation of the Virgin Mary? How did the poppy end up being associated with sleep? Why was the hydrangea a symbol of betrayal for samurais? Since when does the narcissus embody vanity? This little book, illustrated with with beautiful retro-colour plates, explains in detail the symbolism held by 84 different flowers all over the world. ...

With 980 million passengers a year, more than 250 miles of track, literally hundreds of different stations & a history stretching back nearly 150 years, the world`s oldest underground railway might seem familiar, but actually, how well do you know it? Do you know, for example, who the Queen sat next to when she first went on the Tube in 1939? Or what they did with all the earth dug out to make way for the Piccadilly Line? Or indeed why it is that without the common shipworm, Teredo navalis, the Tube network might not even exist? Thought not. But now, with 10, 000 wacky facts at your fingertips, ” The Little Book of the London Underground” will tell you everything you need to know
- & plenty more that your probably don`t.
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Have you ever wondered how many servings of fish & chips are sold in the UK per year? Why women, on average, catch bigger fish than men? Or what the last meal served onboard the Titanic consisted of? If so, enjoy this second helping of ” The Little Book of the Sea” series, which gathers together facts, figures, lore & trivia about all things edible from the sea. From recipes gathered from around the world, to instructions for eating pufferfish (the world`s deadliest delicacy), to the official explanation of how Popeye the Sailor discovered the strength-enhancing capabilities of spinach, ” The Little Book of the Sea: Food & Drink” contains a smorgasbord of useful, useless, & altogether intriguing information. So tie on a bib & pull up a chair
- we`re serving up a feast of delicious details about the ocean`s greatest bounty: seafood!
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Take a photographic journey through the modern marvels & historical treasures of Tokyo with this informative, portable Japan travel guide. The Little Book of Tokyo is the perfect introduction to this enchanting, ultra-modern megacity & provides an immersive take on Tokyo combining Japanese history, photography & cultural commentary. It weaves a tapestry of the city`s many unique idiosyncrasies, offering strategies for exploring the High City to the Low City, Tokyo Bay to the top of Tokyo Skytree, & the most critical places & happenings in between, including architecture, festivals, & landmarks. It also beautifully captures the many inhabitants of Tokyo, painting a rich & multi-faceted picture of this capital city. A series of 50 informative mini essays are organized into four chapters: Tokyo`s Edo Legacy Tokyo Towns City Perspectives Spirit of Tokyo In The Little Book of Tokyo, veteran photojournalist Ben Simmons continues a quest he began over two decades ago to seek out & share his creative viewpoint & insider`s perspective. Small enough to carry while traveling in Japan, this book is an ideal travel companion for a Tokyo experience, whether you`re planning your trip, on your way, or merely dream of going. ...

A hilarious & horrific collection of Donald Trump`s no-holds-barred opinions, brought together in one handy volume. It contains the rug-haired one`s charming & intelligent thoughts on his opponents (` Hillary Clinton was the worst secretary of state in the history of the United States`), on romance (` All the women on The Apprentice flirted with me. That`s to be expected.`), the enviroment (` Is our country still spending money on the GLOBAL WARMING HOAX?`), & much more. Read this book for a terrifying insight into the mind of the man who wants to be the most powerful leader in the world. Word count: 10, 000 ...

” The Little Book of Wiltshire” is a repository of intriguing, fascinating, obscure, strange & entertaining facts & trivia about one of England`s most colourful counties. It is an essential to the born & bred Wiltshire folk or anyone who knows & loves the county. Armed with this fascinating tome the reader will have such knowledge of the county, its landscape, people, places, pleasures & pursuits they will be entertained & enthralled & never short of some frivolous fact to enhance conversation or quiz! A reference book & a quirky guide, this can be dipped in to time & time again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage, the secrets & the enduring fascination of the county. A remarkably engaging little book, this is essential reading for visitors & locals alike. ...

As the spiritual leader of Tibet, His Holiness the Dalai Lama has captured the attention & admiration of the world through his wisdom. This jewel of a book offers some of his most helpful insights on daily living, inner peace, compassion & justice
- for all of us in these troubled times.
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Happiness lies within you His Holiness the Dalai Lama has captured the attention & admiration of the world through his wisdom. This jewel of a book offers some of his most helpful insights on daily living, compassion & inner peace. A timeless collection of advice & teachings from the world`s most revered spiritual leader, it will guide you through good & troubled times. Whoever you are, whatever your beliefs, the Dalai Lama`s words have the power to calm & inspire. ...

The Little Book of Yorkshire is a fascinating, fact-packed compendium of the sort of information which no-one will want to be without. The county`s most eccentric inhabitants, famous sons & daughters, royal connections & literally hundreds of intriguing facts about Yorkshire`s landscape, cities, towns & villages come together to make one handy, pocket-sized treasure trove of trivia. Soak up the vast array of quirky tales, from the regal Richmond of John of Gaunt to the sporting Barnsley of Dickie Bird. A remarkably engaging little book, this is essential reading for visitors & locals alike. ...

Following the success of our emoji: A Magnetic Kit comes this second mini kit including pins, patches, stickers, & magnets, the perfect package for emoji fans of all ages! This kit
Includes::* 10 emoji button pins* 1 iron-on patch* 3 magnets* 16-page sticker book
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