Böcker utgivna av Batsford

Use this unique book to identify your own individual chess-playing style, then discover a wealth of tips and tricks to avoid pitfalls, improve strengths and become the best player you can be.

An exploration of the design behind the iconic Volvo brand, with 100 photographed paired with insightful text.

An exploration of abstract textile work with practical tips on how to progress from the realistic to the abstract within your own practice.

A landmark survey of how textiles have been used for protest in the 20th and 21st centuries, including banners, posters, flags, clothing and pieces from the world of fine art.

A stunning collection of the art of the Arborealists, a group of artists who feature trees and the natural world as an important aspect of their practice.

A rich collection of poetry that celebrates the beauty and symbolism of the humble flower. From Shakespeare to Heaney, these classic verses celebrate the arrival of spring with the emergence of the snowdrops, to the summer colour of asters, the heady scent of jasmine, and the brazen sunflower.

An illustrated anthology of poetry celebrating life in England's capital.

A compendium of information containing everything you need to know about painting people and landscapes in watercolour, with simple exercises and step-by-step demonstrations to develop your masterpiece.

The moving story of the life and work of novelist Virginia Woolf, revealed through her own letters to those closest to her.

100 Poems to Help You Heal is a soothing anthology of hopeful and therapeutic poems to reach for in moments of grief and sadness for a helping hand in processing difficult emotions.

30 inspiring crochet square patterns, ranging from classic granny squares to mosaic crochet.

A book for anyone who craves making something with their hands - featured in the book are 18 different wood and textile projects suitable both for beginners itching to get started and for those who already know that handicrafts are the most enjoyable hobby you can have!

The Book Cover is a beautiful collection of classic twentieth century Batsford book covers, from Art Deco gems to cool-looking mid-century architecture titles and quirky designs from the 60s and 70s.

100 20th Century Sports and Leisure Buildings gives a fascinating insight into the spaces where we play from swimming pools and skate parks to cricket pavilions and ice rinks, this book explores some of the most architecturally significant structures of the past century.

A fascinating miscellany of twentieth century maps of London, mostly drawn from the historical treasure house that is the London Metropolitan Archives.

An exquisitely illustrated chronicle of Hannah Dale's year spent deeply immersed in rewilding her Lincolnshire farm.

A nostalgic exploration of Britain's distinctive and architecturally significant seafront buildings from the 1920s to the new millennium.

An entrancing introduction to the complex history of witches and witchcraft that uncovers a world laden with myth, magic and superstition.

An exploration of the golden age of car travel, looking at both its cultural and architectural impact on the world.

Banksy's Lost Works is a landmark exploration of the sold, stolen and destroyed works of Banksy, perhaps one of the most famous and controversial living artists of our time.

Extraordinary Pools is a visual feast of 49 weird, wonderful and architecturally astounding swimming pools from around the world.

Fascinating stories of the birds and birdsongs from the Tropics for every week of the year, with QR codes for every entry.From the incredible screech of the macaw, who shows amazing intelligence, to the imitations of humans of the mynah bird and the humming sounds of the hummingbird, this is a beautiful collection of stories about one of nature's wonders: tropical birds. Bird expert and writer Dominic Couzens invites you to enjoy not only their birdsongs but also their amazing feats and colourful displays. With stunning illustrations from award-winning Madeleine Floyd and QR codes to listen to their songs as you read, you can immerse yourself in a tropical wonderland. A natural wonder that has captivated and fascinated generations, tropical birdsong is unique. This book offers the perfect tonic whether you are an avid birdwatcher or just want to understand the songs from the most iconic birds in the world. With 52 weekly stories, the book takes you through the calendar year of tropical life. Listen and read about jewel-like toucans, mating cries of the cock-of-the-rock bird of paradise, duet songs of sunbirds, the fascinating glossy starling oxpeckers who sit on the backs of elephants and the gorgeous songs of hornbills. The latest research and information about these bright lights of the bird world is captured here by one of the most respected but accessible writers on birds. It's like joining him on a field trip. Anyone with even a passing interest in the bird world, or even the natural world, will be captivated by the stories and sounds.

100 Poems to Help You Sleep is a calming anthology of positive and meditative poems to turn to in the middle of the night to restore tranquil sleep and sweet dreams.

The Independent Cook includes over 75 simple and delicious recipes, perfect for anyone moving out of home for the first time, or just wanting to take their cooking skills to the next level.

Cooling Towers is a beautifully illustrated exploration and celebration of cooling towers, the monumental and imposing brutalist structures dotted around the UK that are relics of 20th-century industrial history and are disappearing fast.

Based on an exhibition at the Nunnery Gallery in autumn 2024, this book collects together 30 original East London Group paintings that serve as inspiration for new works by contemporary artists including David Hepher, Doreen Fletcher and Tim Craven.