The Pocket Guide to Musicals is your all-singing all-dancing narrator to the world of musical theatre by leading expert Maureen Hughes. As well as including the synopses of the most popular & some lesser-known musicals she leads us through who wrote what & when which musicals reflect reflect their era the big names in musical theatre & even which songs come from which musicals. Shell answer every question youve ever had about the subject including some amazing facts just what youd expect from someone who has lectured on this popular medium for over 40 years written eight musicals & whose former pupils can be found in virtually every single musical in the West End. So if youve Gotta Sing & Gotta Dance you must buy this book & discover everything there is to know about musicals its stars & creators & the history of musical theatre. ...

Everything you need to know about opera in one handy pocket guide. Part of our best-selling Pocket Guide series The Pocket Guide to Opera contains A-Z synopses of operas & biographies of the characters lyricists & composers. The book features the history of opera setting it in the context of its day & discussing the influence of world events & influences such as the Freemasons & the composers patrons. With factboxes highlighting some of the stranger sides to opera With factboxes highlighting surprising little known & often quirky operatic facts this fascinating book is a must-buy guide for everyone who loves opera. ...

Pocket Guide to Rhododendron Species is a user friendly practical guidebook designed for use in the field. It highlights the most important morphological features relevant to the recognition & identification of virtually every rhododendron species currently in cultivation. At the heart of the book are over 700 colour photographs used to illustrate every aspect of the plants & succinct descriptions which include flower colour & flowering time habit height performance & critically leaf characteristics to aid identification even when plants are not in bloom. The book uses fully modern taxonomic descriptions of the genus. A perfect companion whether you are touring a botanical garden or trekking in the remote Himalayas. With over 700 colour photographs. ...

To celebrate The Hobbit's 75th anniversary of publication a pocket-sized hardback of J.R.R. Tolkien's timeless classic perfect for little Hobbits everywhere. Bilbo Baggins enjoys a quiet & contented life with no desire to travel far from the comforts of home; then one day the wizard Gandalf & a band of dwarves arrive unexpectedly & enlist his services -- as a burglar -- on a dangerous expedition to raid the treasure-hoard of Smaug the dragon. Bilbo's life is never to be the same again. The Hobbit became an instant success when it was first published in 1937 & 75 years later Tolkien's epic tale of elves dwarves trolls goblins myth magic & adventure with its reluctant hero Bilbo Baggins has lost none of its appeal. Now for the first time the classic hardback edition is available in a one-off special pocket-sized edition. Featuring the distinctive cover illustration painted by Tolkien himself plus his own drawings in the book this edition will be the perfect gift for little Hobbits everywhere! ...

The Pocket Kenkyusha Japanese Dictionary is an essential reference for any English-speaker learning Japanese whether theyre studying the language at school or university or learning it on their own. It offers detailed coverage of Japanese vocabulary giving headwords & examples in both romanized & script form along with thousands of examples that help you find the translation you need quickly & easily. Translations for each entry are clear & concise & offer guidance on grammar & usage with slang formal & derogatory terms clearly marked. Additional supplements include a guide to grammar; help with pronunciation numbers & days of the week; & cultural information covering topics such as the government political parties & historical periods of Japan. ...

Get Straight to the Heart of the City! Top Sights The city s must-see sights plus expert advice to make your trip even better. Local Life Discover how to unlock the city with guides to areas that the locals really love. Best Of London We ve found the best walks food art shopping views nightlife & more. PLUSBonus pull-out map Walking tours & day planners Maps for every neighborhood Packed with expert travel tips 100% independent advice ...

Get Straight to the Heart of the City Top Sights. The city s must-see sights plus expert advice to make your trip even better. Local Life. Discover how to unlock the city with guides to areas that the locals really love. Best of Los Angeles. We ve found the best walks food art shopping views nightlife & more.
Includes: Free Pull-Out Map! Plus maps for every neighborhood walking tours & day planners expert travel tips & 100% independent advice.
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This title features Canterburys clearest mapping in a handy pocket-sized format. Quick to navigate & conveniently sized to carry with you around the city the easy-to-read large scale map

Includes:: NCP car parks & one-way streets public toilets pubs hotels petrol stations & public buildings as well as an index of all streets & places of interest. Fully revised & updated Pocket Map Canterbury" is all you need to keep you on the move in Canterbury."

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This map features Chesters clearest mapping in a handy pocket-sized format. Quick to navigate & conveniently sized to carry with you around the city the easy-to-read large scale map

Includes:: car parks & one-way streets public toilets pubs hotels petrol stations & public buildings as well as an index of all streets & places of interest. Fully revised & updated Pocket Map Chester" is all you need to keep you on the move in Chester."

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