The easy-to-complete projects in Bathroom Makeovers show how to transform any bathroom into a personal retreat without spending thousands of dollars. Projects include storage improvements, lighting upgrades, new faucets, a vanity makeover, and new tile fl

Introduces snakes found throughout the world and describes how they kill their prey, give birth to their young, and fight for survival in their natural habitats.

With this easy to use, quick reference guide that slips into your bag, you can instantly find the top 10 leading attractions. Discover the top Vatican highlights, the best designer shops, greatest Roman artists, unmissable museums and galleries, most fun

Get prepared with insider advice on hot spots and hargain buys in Italy's top fashion city. Learn where the must-see sights are and which restaurants are best. Practical gatefold maps in this text make this metropolis easy to navigate.

With detailed foldout color maps of each city and a contemporary design, the Best Of series highlights the very best sights, food, shopping, and diversions for short-trip visitors. Full color.

Complemented by fold-out maps anf full-color photographs, these handy pocket-sized travel guides include the best of city landmarks and must-see sights, restaurants, accommodations, and entertainment options for the traveler with limited time.

This guide to Prague contains information on accommodation to suit all budgets, restaurants, local cuisine, nightlife, history, culture and places to visit.

25 tried and tested destination spas from around the world. Each is a travellers haven set in a stunning location and surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

A beautiful box of fabulous Lonely Planet Images. Photographs selected from the book - the images show geographical variety, people, and landscapes and will inspire you to travel the postcards contain some tips about the destination on the back, as well a

The history, folklore and ancient recipes of the pig and pork.

Contains advice on exploring the Carpathians; well-researched accommodation and restaurant listings; a handy Romanian language guide; information on outdoor activities, ranging from skiing and windsurfing to bird, bear and wolf watching; and background on

For package tourists and independent travellers alike, this guide includes the lowdown on what to buy and where, from birdcages to silver jewellery. There are also notes on the country's historical and cultural heritage and outdoor activities and getting

A cute collection of springtime gifts and decorations from Tilda craft designer and bestselling author Tone Finnanger. Choose from 25 Tilda sewing and papercraft projects, including toys, gift bags, wall hangings, cards, decorations, garlands and accessories. Everything is at your fingertips with illustrated instructions and full-size templates for every design.

Underpants are still the most exciting items of clothing in the world. Entertaining, amusing and charming; this "brief" coffee-table book reveals just what men wear beneath their clothes. From cotton ribbed fly-front briefs, to micro fiber creations that either generously envelop or enticingly reveal, from the plain and straight-forward to the masculine and erotic, whether block-colored or colorfully patterned: there are no limits... let your imagination run riot! An original and Informative book in a creative format that is certainly not restricted to male readers.

Fashion is another name for vogue. It stands at the forefront of the avant-garde trends. Illustration is the most flexible graphic design which could convey designers' inspirations freely. What if fashion meets illustration? When fashion is illustrated with diverse illustration approaches, the passionate images would enhance the fascinating charm of fashion. In the book, pencil, watercolour, colour pen, marker pen, software, collage and synthesis approaches are introduced in detail. The trendy elements in fashion are illustrated in a fresh way.

With this book a man is well advised around the clock. Entertaining and informative in equal measure, this volume provides outfits of good taste and style for every hour of the day. Readers learn everything there is to know about appropriate clothing and

Bread is one of the most multi-faceted staple foods around the world. Have you ever wondered where bagels originated, how crisp bread is made, or how to bake black bread at home? This book provides all the answers. It relates the history of the classic br

DISCOVER 1000 FACTS ON SPORTS, A FASCINATING GUIDE TO THE SPORTING WORLD. SHORT, SHARP FACTS COMBINE WITH HUNDREDS OF PICTURES AND ILLUSTRATIONS TO DELIVER INFORMATION WITH PUNCH. YOU'LL FIND ALL THE THINGS YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW, PLUS SO MUCH MORE IN ONE BOOK.

Scale: 1:2,000,000 Handy road atlas of Europe at A5 format with lie-flat spiral binding. Ideal format for both drivers and those travelling by public transport. Scenic routes are plotted on the maps. MAIN FEATURES Handy A5 format road atlas of Europe at 34 miles to 1inch. Euroroutes and motorways are easily distinguished on the mapping.

For centuries, the tarot has been revered as a tool for divination and self-discovery. Today, it's more popular than ever, with hundreds of decks available representing cultures, ideas, and spiritual traditions from around the world.

The Costa Brava has many and changing faces: rocks eroded by wind and sea, hidden coves of fine sand. The images and text guide us throught the disclosed and hidden treasures of a coastline where the very essence of Mediterranean landscape remains invulne

Energy bills are going to be sky-high this year—that is, unless you are prepared! 10-Minute Energy Saving Secrets will arm you with hundreds of easy, innovative ways to cut your heating bills (and your cooling bills next summer!).

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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher* Anyone who has spent time on the road knows that you often have to depend on signs...to navigate the town, locate your hotel, and even obey the law. A scary thought if you've ever come across any of the publicly posted absurdities that appear in this book: signs about as easy to understand as a Swahili auctioneer (to a non-Swahili speaker) or as well-planned as the dance steps in a mosh pit. With the help of signspotters around the globe, we've assembled a collection of some of the most unintentionally entertaining postings on the planet

Spectacles and sunglasses are the most popular fashion accessories of our time. This book provides a comprehensive account of the design of spectacles in their many guises and of the historical developments that influenced them. A detailed history of spec

This book is part of the Young Designers series which focus on young and innovative Designers. Young European Fashion Designers presents a new generation of designers that have today made an impact on the future of fashion. They are not only creating the

In the East there is a belief that the gods, using an invisible red thread, connect every person with their destined other. In Japanese legend, this thread is thought to be tied around the little finger of everyone on earth. According to this myth, the thread can travel everywhere, regardless of time, place and circumstances, until finding its other end. It is also said that this magical thread may be twisted or tangled but never broken. On each page, the invisible thread is hidden, weaving through nature, culture and the myths of traditional and contemporary Japanese life. Find and transform this invisible thread into the magical red one, while coloring the rest of the world it passes through using your imagination, and follow the red thread to find its destiny.

This book is a compilation of hundreds of fashion drawings in many different poses. It contains basic designs, patterns and accessories and contrasts the drawing itself with the finished worn model. The book is indispensable for anyone who wants to deal with fashion drawing.

Engaging and entertaining reference guide about dogs - perfect for younger readers. From identifying dog breeds and looking after your canine to their wild origins and their role as house pets, Eyewitness Dog explains everything your child needs to know about dogs whether they love animals or need homework help for a school project. Packed with all the essential information from the previous edition Eyewitness Dog is now more interactive and colourful than ever with new infographics, statistics, facts and timelines making the book more engaging and educational for your child.

Make science fun with 101 amazing step-by-step science experiments for kids that are safe and easy to do at home Be the next Albert Einstein with these cool science experiments for kids and discover how to bend light, weigh air and even make a rainbow! 101 Great Science Experiments is bursting with fun experiments for you to try out at home revealing the secrets of science through practical and exciting projects. Find out how to use everyday objects to discover the principles of science. With 101 science experiments for kids inside covering topics such as colour, magnets, senses, electricity and much more you'll be discovering the laws of science before your eyes. See sound, build a buzzer and even make an underwater volcano! Each science project is explained simply and clearly plus specially commissioned photography shows how each project should look making the experiments clear and easy-to-follow for kids.

Provides travellers on any budget with the information needed to get around in Egypt. This guide covers history, culture, flora and fauna, accommodation, health and safety, language, and local cuisine.

Featuring insights into history, culture and city life, with opinionated reviews, these guides are written by experienced authors with an intimate knowledge of the city. They are smart, streetwise guides with a strong, contemporary design and focus.

Asia is moving rapidly into new social, political and economic dimensions. While catching up with the Western world one the one hand, it is struggeling to stay true to itself, to its traditions and costumes on the other. The line between Asian and Western

This book is part of the Young Designers series which focus on young and innovative Designers. About 50 young Asian Graphic Designers are introduced in alphabetical order with images of some of their best designs and a short characteristic. Graphic Desig

Most people would love a more organized home, but think they don’t have the time or money to make it happen. In 10-Minute Organizing, organizing maven Sara Hunter explains why you only need ten minutes a day to get and keep your whole house in tip-t

An indispensable guide for home owners and renters alike, this handy little book will show you how to put on a new toilet seat, change an air filter, unclog a drain, caulk a sink, patch a hole in the wall, change a lock, replace washer hoses, stop floor c

Horseracing is blessed with the richest of histories, but exactly what is it that makes a horserace great? Every racing fan has their own view - and in 2005, the Racing Post decided to find out what its readers thought about the matter by asking them to vote for what they considered the greatest race of all time. The response was overwhelming: over a period of two months, thousands of votes were collected. These were added to the nominations of a specially convened panel of experts to compile the definitive list of the 100 greatest races of all time involving at least one horse trained in Britain or Ireland. Now, in one lavishly illustrated book, you can read about them all - with essays by the Post's top writers and the thoughts of trainers and jockeys most closely involved with such momentous occasions. You can also read about the top races of 2005, plus find out about the most unforgettable races from elsewhere around the globe.

The Lonely Planet Regional Guides are the complete guides for independent travellers. They feature inspirational colour highlights sections, tailored itineraries, insider tips and opinionated reviews from authors with intimate ties to the region.

Your holiday starts here! Make sure you have the quintessential Roman Holiday with this fantastic guide to Italy's capital. Using the unique cutaway maps and 3D models explore St Peter's Square and discover the hidden secrets of the Sistine Chapel. And to

Recapture the riot of colour, style, and innovative design that defined the 1960s with collectables expert Judith Miller. This work includes over 450 classic, retro and fun items - from furniture and fashion to toys and technology. It also includes iconic

This title includes everything first time cooks need to know to get cooking. "Get Cooking" is packed with 50 delicious recipes to make your mouth water. You can help your child gain kitchen confidence with easy to follow step-by-step recipes that are family favourites all over the world. From super spaghetti to marvelous muffins and much more, "Get Cooking" provides the answers to that favourite children's question - "Why?" - and inspires them to test things out for themselves in the kitchen. Why do eggs turn white when heated but bread turn brown when toasted? Why does popcorn pop? So get inspired, get the answers and "Get Cooking".

Boxing is a truly international past-time. Few sports are pursued and followed with the same intensity on all five continents and across all cultural boundaries. Hardly any other sport provokes such a mix of curiosity, admiration and doubt —but stil

Photography has been widely accepted as an art form for several years, with museums on the subject in every major American and European city. Nude art photography takes a special position in this development. The human body has been a subject of art for c

The beginning of every garden is a vision. Before anything is planted, there must be ideas, and an understanding of which garden design will make the owners happy. What appeals to them more: colorful country flowers or decorative foliage, natural wilderne

The best-tasting wild game recipes begin with properly cared for meat-big game, small game, upland birds, waterfowl, freshwater and saltwater fish. This new illustrated and complete reference provides hunters and anglers quick, easy-to-follow instructions

Andy Murray takes readers on a personal journey through his career. In a memoir focusing on the last two dramatic years, he shares his thoughts on the pivotal moments of his playing career and allows fans a glimpse into his world—his intense training regime, his close-knit team, and his mental and physical battle to get to the very top. This beautiful, very personal book is a stunning celebration of Andy's career so far.

Véritable encyclopédie au format compact, avec plus de 750 illustrations ce guide indispensable à tous les amoureux des voitures de sport présente 170 marques et plus de 500 modèle. Le lecteur y trouvera un bref historique de la marque, une description des types, les caractéristiquus techniques et les chiffres de production. Simple, maniable et facile à consulter, cet ouvrage, consacré aux modèles créés entre 1915 et 1975, témoigne d'une grande époque de l'automobile.

Consolidated by the Norsemen in 841, Dublin became the capital of the Republic of Ireland (Eire) when the country gained formal independence in 1922.It is primarily an industrial city, and boasts distilleries, breweries and flour-mills among the more scenic delights that include the Tobacco Factory, the Customhouse, the 13th-century St Patrick's Cathedral and the Gothic-style Catholic church of St Audoen.As shown by the author, Ingo Latotzki, Dublin remains a city that is both poetic and tragic. It was here that Irishmen determined to achieve national independence instigated the Easter Rising of April 1916, an attempt at a revolt that the writer O'Flaherty has so well described in his many publications on the subject of 'English' domination.Here too are the pubs and bars in which the inhabitants love to sing as they down their pints of ever-frothing stout.

Reviews the history, geography, and culture of Cuba, describes tourist attractions in each region, and recommends hotels and restaurants.

This travel guide features the best ways to enjoy Cuba's music, food and activities, as well as providi

Rome is one of Europe's most popular cities. This guide is packed with the best places to wine and dine from trendy bars to five-star restaurants. There is a historical overview of the city, from Michelangelo to the new millennium, and there is also a com

The new paperback edition of the acclaimed vegetable cookbook Eat Your Veg. This isn't a vegetarian cookbook. It's a way of life that celebrates vegetables and puts them at the centre of the plate. Eat More Veg presents a mix of classics, basics, simple food and show-off dishes that make the most of what's in season. Whether you receive organic food box deliveries, go to farmer's markets or raid what's on special offer at the supermarket, you'll be able to enjoy more veg, every day. With suggestions for your store cupboard and advice on what to eat when, and an incredible variety of vegetables and recipes, we've got all the inspiration you'll need - from beetroot soup with cumin and coriander to butternut ravioli with brown butter, and from gratin dauphinoise to asparagus salad with peas, broad beans and mint - all arranged by vegetable in an easy-to-use format.

The Concise Guide to Roses is a detailed and highly informative handbook, covering 250 of the most interesting species of the rose. Each species is presented with colour photography and a full page entry, including a specification box with information on the flower, colour, growth, height, origin/grower. The book is divided into six chapters on Old varieties, Climber and Rambler, Bush roses, Small roses, Wild roses and Floribunda roses. Detailed descriptions enable easy identification of the species covered, for experts and novices alike.

This guide provides useful information for independent travel, suggesting hundreds of value for money restaurants and accommodation options. It also gives background briefing on all historical sights, museums and galleries.

Engaging and entertaining reference guide about cats - perfect for younger readers. From evolution and anatomy to behaviour and species, let your child learn all about these fantastic felines in Eyewitness Cat whether they love animals or need some homework help. Packed with all the essential information from the previous edition Eyewitness Cat is now more interactive and colourful than ever with new infographics, statistics, facts and timelines making the book more engaging and educational for your child.

Photographic History of British Football includes the history of English, Scottish and Welsh football. Featuring photographs taken from the Daily Mail archive you`ll find all major events in British football from 1823 to the present day have been chronicled and pictured. Includes profiles of the most famous and well known British players.

Thousands of football statistics are brought to life with illustrations and special features in this text. Every major league and international competition is covered, including: La Liga; the UEFA Cup 2002; and the European Champions League 2002.

The second edition of the Rough Guide to Argentina explores the country in its entirety, from cosmopolitan Buenos Aires to the spectacular Rio de la Plata and Iguazu Falls in the north and remote Ushaia in the far south. The Rough Guide also includes area

This Rough Guide is the perfect companion for any Tyrolean adventure. In-depth coverage of the country's contemporary culture from Linz's virtual arts festival to the floating opera of Bregenz and the world-class concert venues of Vienna, the Rough Guide

The Rough Guide to Cyprus is an indispensable guide to this popular Mediterranean island and this new edition is the most in-depth guide on the market. The author's recommended hotels, resorts and restaurants represent the best selection for travellers on

The Rough Guide to India is the essential handbook to this extraordinary country. The 24 page full-colour introduction includes stunning photography of the country's many highlights. The guide has comprehensive accounts of every attraction, from fast-pace

This is an authoritative guide to 46 of Asia's most luxurious spas. More than a decorative tome, this user-friendly book has been designed with the reader in mind, whether you are already a spa aficionado or planning your first visit.

Step-by-Step Breads is the perfect book to have to hand when you're mastering the art of bread-making. Over 130 recipes are made easy with simple instructions and photography helping you every step of the way. Classic breads, artisan breads, batters and sweet breads; 35 essential bread recipes are featured including rolls, pizzas, muffins and buns plus exciting variations for when you're feeling more adventurous. Excellent value, Step-by-Step Breads will help you bake all the world's favourite bread recipes with confidence every time. All content previously published in Step-by-Step Baking.

More than 500 of the world's finest whiskies distilled into one user-friendly pocket guide. Great Whiskies is the ideal drinking companion for any whisky lover: it is generous, knowledgeable, and willing to go anywhere! Reflecting the diversity of the whisky world, this brings you over 500 varieties from over 22 nations - from classic whisky-making regions such as Scotland, to lesser-known distilleries in China and Japan. Expert tasting notes and full-colour photographs reveal the secrets that give each whisky its character and cherry-picks the best to try. Swot up on key facts and histories of need-to-know distilleries, plus get tips and advice on your own whisky trails of key whisky regions. This is a guide that covers every style: single malt, blended, grain, bourbon, rye, and more. And in a handy, pocket-sized format, this makes a perfect whisky-lover's gift.

Cocktails is your award-winning guide to the art of mixing perfect drinks.

Should a martini be shaken or stirred? How do you muddle an impeccable mojito? Find the answers to all your cocktail questions and learn the secrets behind classic drinks with award-winning mixologist Klaus St Rainer as your guide, using ingredients including juices, sugar, syrup, rum, champagne, and even that bottle of Chartreuse left over from Christmas.

Try new twists on classic cocktail recipes, and create your own extraordinary mixes. From sophisticated champagne cocktails to spectacular concoctions such as hot buttered coconut rum, you'll find delicious drinks for every occasion. Impress your friends, shake things up, and mix creative twists on your favourite cocktails with this stunning book.

Perfect for every aspiring mixologist or cocktail enthusiast, Cocktails is a truly indispensable and stylish guide to the art of mixing great drinks.

 Cake baking made easy

Step-by-Step Cakes is the perfect book to have to hand when you're mastering the art of cake baking. Over 130 recipes are made easy with simple instructions and photography helping you every step of the way.

Master the art of sponges, cheesecakes, tarts and meringue cakes with 35 classic cake recipes plus exciting variations for when you're feeling more adventurous.

Excellent value, Step-by-Step Cakes will help you bake all the world's favourite cake recipes every time.

All content previously published in Step-by-Step Baking.

People worldwide covet antlers as not only trophies but for use as rare medicine, beautiful ornaments, and deadly weapons. Over 120 breathtaking photographs and an all-encompassing text make Antlers: Natures Majestic Crown by award-winning nature photogra

"Love of Quilts" features twenty-eight entertaining short stories about quilts and quilters collected from the pages of classic magazines such as "Godeys Ladys Book," "Harpers Bazaar," and "Good Housekeeping," introducing readers to the captivating worlds

They've tried them all - the high-protein diets, the caveman diets, you name it. And these people are still fat. Most of them resign themselves to the thought that they lack willpower or that they're just "meant to be fat". Not true, says Dr McPhillips, a

Einzigartig praktisch: Das Übungsbuch zum Aufstellen, der optimale Schnelleinstieg für Gitarrenanfänger mit Grundlagen, Akkordlehre und Spielpraxis und alles in einem Band. Inklusive umfangreicher Übungs- und Begleit-CD mit vielen Notenbeispielen und Stücken zum Mit- und Nachspielen i(72 Tracks). Enthält Extraseiten für die Besonderheiten der E-Gitarre von Powerchords über das Bending bis hin zu Patterns, Licks und Riffs. Die rund 800 Akkorde zum Nachschlagen, Üben und Komponieren zeigen jeden Akkord als Griffbild mit Fingersatz und in Notenschreibweise sowie mit weiteren gebräuchlichen Akkordsynonymen. Praktische Ausstattung mit Spiralbindung und stabiler Aufstell-Option zum übersichtlichen und konzentrierten Üben – der ideale Begleiter für Akustik- und E-Gitarristen und alle, die es werden wollen! - Einzigartig praktisch: Übungsbuch zum Aufstellen, der ideale Schnelleinstieg für Gitarrenanfänger mit Grundlagen, Spielpraxis und Akkordlehre in einem Band - Umfangreiche Übungs- und Begleit-CD mit 58 Tracks ( jeweils 1 x vorgespielt und 1 x zum selber spielen) - Rund 800 Akkorde zum Nachschlagen, Üben und Komponieren, jeder Akkord als Griffbild mit Fingersatz und in Notenschreibweise sowie mit weiteren gebräuchlichen Akkordsynonymen - Praktische Ausstattung mit Spiralbindung und stabiler Aufstell-Option zum Üben

Provides a tool kit for understanding the world around us. This book is about our obsession with collecting, the quest for authenticity and the creation of national identities. It's about Hitchcock's film sets and why we value imperfection. It's about fashion and technology, about politics and art.

The only Q&A recipe book to tackle all your feeding challenges from Annabel Karmel Bestselling author and children's food expert, Annabel Karmel, supplies all the answers to feeding your baby and toddler, from birth to age three. More than 400 Q&As guide you through the many issues you may encounter, with tips on when to wean, advice on allergies and suggestions for introducing exciting new foods. 50 tasty "recipes to the rescue" help to solve key challenges such as how to ensure your child is getting enough omega-3s and how to sneak vegetables into your fussy toddler's diet. With Annabel Karmel by your side, you'll have everything you need to establish good eating habits that will stay with your child for life.

The ultimate guide to the best fruits and vegetables with tips on how to grow them From runner beans to raspberries, the experts at the RHS have selected the cream of each crop in the RHS Grow Fruit and Veg Guide. It's packed with 100 full-colour illustrated profiles and quick reference recommendations to make choosing easy. Plus, get practical advice on key aspects of cultivation, such as sowing and harvesting and troubleshooting pests and diseases. With clear, easy-to-follow advice on the basic principles of growing fruits and vegetables, you can now plan your plot and choose the right seed or plant for your garden space.

WWE Superstars like you've never seen them before! The Ultimate Superstar Guide is an illustrated collection of all the biggest Superstars to ever grace the WWE ring. Experience iconic Hall of Famers, promising young stars, and everything in between. Including over 200 never-before-seen illustrations with facts, stats, and more!

When I first began cooking more than twenty years ago, I never imagined there would come a time when I might worry about what I was eating. Yet currently the world's food supply is at great risk. Our natural genetic base is fast disappearing into the hands of large conglomerates while more and more natural varieties and species are being lost each year, we are being over-whelmed by genetically engineered foods with insufficient history to let us ascertain their long term effects on our bodies. Additionally, we face the growing issue of food safety-the proliferation of diseases such as BSE and E.coli which are the result of unnatural and unsustainable food production practices.

Fashion Accessories is a pictorial history of shoes, hats, bags, jewelry and other accessories. The hundreds of illustrations show examples ranging from the Roman era to well into the 20th century, and from all over the world. This book offers a wealth of

You can switch on your brain with puzzles, tips and teasers. You can improve your memory and recall, develop cognitive skills and increase your brain power with Boost Your Brain. Ever find it difficult to remember where you left your keys or parked the car? Boost your Brain is here to help with over 300 brain-boosting tips and exercises for a complete mental workout. You can enjoy entertaining puzzles and mental teasers that develop your brain power while you solve them. With fun memory games and mnemonics you can improve on everyday tasks, such as revision, maths, spatial awareness, vocabulary and remembering appointments, facts and Pins. You can develop your brain power and memory skills with tips and puzzles that improve your mental agility and show you how to remember key numbers and facts, so that you never forget a name at a dinner party or miss an anniversary again. You can track your development with the scoring system for each chapter and also see ways to improve. Boost Your Brain is ideal if you are seeking a fun way to develop your memory and keep your brain active.

This guide to Transylvania, the first one in English specifically on this subject, is a classical travel book full of reliable and up-to-date information that has been independently researched in Transylvania. It successfully combines practical informatio

Ken Hom and Ching-He Huang teamed up for a once in a lifetime culinary journey to explore the food of their homeland, looking for the old, the new, and the unexpected. They arrive in Beijing to examine the influences of the West on traditional Imperial cuisine and talk to cutting-edge chefs about their take on Peking Duck. They cook with local families, en route to discovering the influence of Buddhism on vegetarian food and whether the Chinese did actually invent tortellini in remote Kashgar, before traveling to Sichuan Province, China's gastronomic capital. But this is more than a culinary journey; this is a homecoming for Ken and Ching, and they make their own pilgrimages to Guangdong and Fujian to discover their personal and culinary roots. Ching admires Ken's experience and knowledge, while Ken respects Ching's modern influences. Together they bring a unique and authoritative perspective on Chinese food that will surprise and inform. Includes dual measurements.

GQ Eats includes contributions from Michelin-starred chefs Heston Blumenthal, Gordon Ramsay and Marcus Wareing through to TV cooks such as Jamie Oliver, Rick Stein and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall. Recipes provide inspiration for any occasion, ranging from a Boy's Night In (Risotto with clams, Coq au vin) to Michelin-star Meals Made Easy (Steak tartare, Tomato and chilli pasta with prawns) and Rock 'N' Roll Roasts (Leg of lamb with rosemary and anchovies, Roast chicken with new-season garlic). Just don't forget to save room for the best breakfasts, perfect picnics, simple salads, delectable desserts, and cocktails to die for. Accompanied by images from brilliant photographers Romas Ford and Tom Schierlitz, GQ has created a cutting-edge compendium of recipes to enjoy again and again.

David Beckham is one of the world's most famous soccer players and a global icon. In May of this year he brought down the curtain on a hugely successful playing career that spanned two decades, during which he proudly wore the shirts of Manchester United, Real Madrid, the LA Galaxy, AC Milan, Paris Saint-Germain, and England. He captained his country on 58 occasions, winning 115 international caps in total, an English record for an outfield player. His colorful and stellar career has been characterized by the emotional highs of great goals and remarkable trophy successes around the world, as well as by more than the occasional moment of set-back, disappointment, and despair, but through it all Beckham has emerged as a universally adored figure, both inside and outside the game. Here, he intimately takes us through 150 of his favorite images that define his playing days, inviting us behind the scenes of an incredible 20-year journey.

The Lonely Planet Country Guides are the complete country guides for independent travellers. They feature inspirational colour highlights sections, easy-to-use grid-referenced maps and insightful history, culture, food and environment chapters by speciali