Why did Telford need railways? Shropshire was at the heart of the Industrial Revolution in England.The railways provided a way of getting raw materials into the works and finished products to market,
Explores in detail all aspects of owning and caring for individual breeds of dog. This book includes information on the history of the breed and the breed standard; choosing a puppy or a rescue dog; c
A complete guide to restoring a vintage and classic tractor, looking at how to initially purchase a tractor, through private means or at auction, and then how to restore it back to its former glory, a
Written for coaches and crews that are past beginner level but new to competitive rowing, High Performance Rowing doesn't aim to cover every aspect of rowing, but just concentrates on how to make you
Citroen stunned the automotive world when the DS series was introduced in 1955. Daringly futuristic and amazingly sophisticated mechanically, it made most cars on the road at the time obsolete. John
Award-winning motoring historian Jonathan Wood examines the complete history of this fabulous car and looks behind the scenes at Jaguar's famous Browns Land factory and the team responsible for makin
The Healthy Donkey provides a fascinating background to the history of this iconic animal and introduces potential owners to everything they need to know about donkey guardianship, with useful informa
Fold forming is a creative and dynamic way to manipulate metal. This practical guide explains the process, starting with simple line folds and showing how a few techniques can reveal the rich potentia
The full story of the racing two-strokes, from thecompanys fateful decision to go into motorcycle racing in 1954, rightup to the 199s and the powerful machines being produced today. Conta
In Writing Poetry: A Practical Guide, Julia Casterton draws on her experience as a poet and teacher of poetry to provide a step-by-step guide through the fascinating world of poems. She takes the read
This guide will enable the identification of around 1,000 of the more common insects found in the region. The carefully chosen selection represents all insect groups, with a bias towards the more prom
Weeds are wild plants that have survived in the face of centuries of hostility. Many gardeners who are unfamiliar with the versatility of weeds think of them as a nuisance. They can be good, bad, dang
This identification guide describes many of the plants of Spain, Portugal, southern France, Italy, and Malta. Superb color photographs, line-drawings, and a clear concise text describe 1,200 species
Explore one of the most legendary cars of all time, from its birth as the LP400 through its evolution into the 5000 Quattrovalvole, and the latest Diablo. Dron goes behind the scenes of the Lamborghi
This informative survey shows howdampness can become an enemy when it invades our interior space,damaging our domestic fittings, finishes, and furnishings, encouraging mold and the spread
Designed to aid novice artists and art students, this handy resource covers every aspect of creating realistic illustrations of buildings. Topics addressed include drawing and painting common buildin
The motor scooter, so familiar a sight on the streets of cities throughout the world, can trace its ancestry back to the early years of the Twentieth century, but it really came into its own after th
Although not renowned for its intelligence, the 'lurcher' is a different type of dog. A cross between a sight hound [such as a greyhound or whippet] and other breeds, it can be kept as a working dog o
Wrongly considered an outmoded process, printmaking has in fact developed into a unique and popular art form among contemporary artists, many of whom use wood engraving and linocutting approaches. Th
Model engineers have been making models of internal combustion engines since the invention of the real thing, but it has always been surrounded by a mystique, and a perceived difficulty that has put m
