Encyclopedias and Reference

Explore the most fascinating superstitions from around the world and marvel at the impact they have on our present-day lives.  The Encyclopedia of Curious Rituals and Superstitions sheds light on the impact that superstitions have on our global society at large, world history, the pop culture we consume, the art we create, and even the way we think about marriage, death, prosperity, self-protecti

Si usted está buscando un diccionario español bien presentado y completo, no busques más. Este es un volumen completo de gran profundidad y además es ideal para estudiar en casa debido a su tamaño. Esta bien diseñado y distribuido por lo que es fácil de leer; cada entrada tiene la palabra en azul y luego la traducción en blanco y negro. Un diccionario en español excepcional y completo.

Three witches – gens X, Y and Z – the maiden, the mother, the crone – work together to produce the definitive guide to modern witchcraft. Whether you’re hedge witch, an eclectic witch, a sea witch or a kitchen witch, you need an altar to perform your spells and rituals, and this is a book designed for that sacred space. Beautifully illustrated throughout, this will be a book to return to again

Unveil the Hidden: Field Guide to Secret Symbols Dive deep into the enigmatic world of secret symbols with this fully illustrated guide, perfect for enthusiasts of secret societies, conspiracy theories, and hidden meanings in our everyday lives. If you’re a fan of Dan Brown's thrilling novels like The Da Vinci Code, Angels and Demons, and The Lost Symbol, you’ll find the real-life truth behind

Previously published as The Beginner’s Guide to Knitting (978-1-90397-583-1), this popular book has been given a completely new and updated look. Now in a handy small format that fits comfortably in a bag and wire-bound so that it lies open while you are working, it also has a useful fold-out flap at the back that provides a quick and easy reference to all the abbreviations used in the patterns.

“A gardening book you shouldn’t be without” – The Independent   The world’s leading authority on gardening, the Royal Horticultural Society bring you their essential companion to 2026. Beautifully illustrated throughout in full colour, it includes artworks by Annie Soudain, photographs, and advice from RHS experts, including Chief Horticulturist Guy Barter. This glorious month-by-month guide

When you´re feeling depleted, tap into the Earth´s energies. Inside the Earth our planet is a wealth of crystals, each unique in beauty and properties. Whether you want to cleanse your mind or shield against negativity, there´s a crystal that´s perfect for you and your needs. Learn about what they do and when to use them as you dive into their rich legacies. • Features 50 crystal profiles&#

From the mountains of Northern Italy to the remote forests of Nigeria, diverse fairies from around the world come together in this little encyclopedia . . . Naughty and nice, unpredictable and typically tiny, fairies remain one of the most enduring folk creatures, featuring in mythologies across cultures and throughout history. This little encyclopedia rounds up more than 90 fairies from aroun

Discover all of Captain Jean-Luc Picard´s sage advice, insight, and wisdom from the deck of the USS Enterprise and beyond in this ultimate collection of wise words from the esteemed Starfleet captain. Any Star Trek fan knows that Captain Jean-Luc Picard is renowned for his impressive oratory skills, preferring negotiation and diplomacy over violence and destruction. Now, you can finally ponder al

BE PART OF IT This year, Guinness World Records paints the world yellow tobring you an endless source of inspiration. Guinness World Records 2026 opens the ultimate window onrecord-breaking: our experts have compiled the most remarkable records fromaround the world to take you on a journey through the best, biggest andbrightest records in the world. From high-end hotels to deserted ghost town

Unleash the power of nature’s pharmacy for healing and self-care with this pocket-sized guide to medicinal plants.

This uplifting collection celebrates inspiring bookish women the world over and their thoughts on life, love, politics, education and beyond.

This uplifting collection celebrates inspiring bookish women the world over and their thoughts on life, love, politics, education and beyond.

From writers, thinkers, leaders, activists and change-makers, each of th

A celebration of the sharpest, wittiest, most beloved Jane Austen characters and their timeless retorts

A BOOK TO BRIGHTEN YOUR DAY - A GIFT OF HOPE, COMFORT, POSITIVITY, OPENNESS AND LOVE FOR ANY OCCASION - INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THE TFL UNDERGOUND DUO Transport for London employees and dynamic masked duo, All on the Board (aka Jeremy and Ian), made it their mission to bring smiles to the faces of London commuters through writing creative messages, quotes and poems on the underground's servic

Ripley's Believe It or Not! transports readers of all ages to a world beyond imagination - where truth is stranger than fiction! Every turn of the page reveals all-new and all-true stories from around the globe - an artist who paints with cow poop, a disappearing waterfall, whales that hunt with bubbles, and hundreds more. Packed with astounding facts, hair-raising stories and stunning photogra

A carefully curated collection of some of the world's most weird and wonderful animals, in a beautifully illustrated modern version of a medieval bestiary

Along with a beautiful visual depiction, each entry provides the flower's scientific and common names, characteristics, and historic meanings and powers from mythology, medieval legends, folklore, and flower poetry.For centuries, symbolic flower meanings have fascinated readers, writers, poets, and suddenly smitten couples alike. Extremely popular during the Victorian era, these floriographies flo

This expanded and revised version of the best-selling Universal Methods of Design is a comprehensive reference that provides a thorough and critical presentation of 125 research methods, synthesis/analysis techniques, and research deliverables for human-centered design. The text and accompanying photos and graphics of this classic resource are delivered in a concise and accessible format perfect

Tattoos are everywhere: one in three of us has at least one. Body art is one of the most popular ways of expressing our identity and beliefs.But whether we're aware of it or not when we choose a design to be permanently inked on our skin, a complex language of meanings lies behind the visuals we choose. A lotus flower, koi carp swimming upstream or a dragon rising towards the sun: in the language

Steeped in the wisdom of the Vedas, this ancient yet visionary deck is a tool to access your yogic intuition. Each card represents aspects of the self, symbolized by sacred figures and concepts that are integral to yoga and Ayurveda. Illuminated by ethereal artwork, the cards provide insight into the present and guidance for the future, connecting you to your inner wisdom and unlocking a deeper