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Filled with recipes that have stood the test of time as well as fascinating anecdotes and tales, Tea Fit for a Queen reveals how the tradition of afternoon tea started in royal Britain. Over 40 charming recipes include everything from delicate finger...

This irresistible little library contains four fun books about everyone's favourite bear, Paddington. Learn all about the nation's favourite bear, Paddington - now a major movie star - in these four mini board books packaged together in an attractive...

Westminster Abbey and St Margaret's Church have many connections with the United States of America, from Sir Walter Raleigh - buried in the second decade of the 17th century - to Martin Luther King Jr, whose statue stands above the Great West Door...

On 21 April 2016, Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving monarch in British history, celebrated her 90th birthday. During her 64 years on the throne, few have got to know her well, but there is one body of work that sheds new light on her thoughts,...

Westminster Abbey has many identities – as a place of worship, theatre of state, resting place of kings and memorial to statesmen and poets. The internationally acclaimed artist Alexander Creswell captures its many facets in this stunning set of...

This new edition of the Children's Bible will be treasured and enjoyed by children and adults of all ages. It features stunning, full-page illustrations and includes maps of the ancient lands to bring stories from the Old and New Testaments to life. It...

With over 220 entries, this glossary is intended for quick and easy reference - a portable Cockney kit. Originally formulated in the 19th Century, by criminals keen to outwit the police, it has proved an inventive language. For better comprehension...

A charming and witty tale for children, stylishly illustrated by the author, Steve Antony. A sudden gust of wind sets off a marvellous London adventure for the Queen, the Queen's men and one very special hat. We follow the determined, daredevil Queen...

This wonderful little guide to cockney rhyming slang contains over 1,700 old and new rhymes translated from Cockney to English and English to Cockney, including: Custard and jelly - telly Hot cross bun - nun ISBN: 9781529103922 128 pages Measures 11 x...

This beautiful book takes a photographic journey through Queen Elizabeth II's ten decades of colour-blocked style. The photographs, which span the colours of the rainbow and a century of style, are gloriously accessorised with captions and commentary by...

Taking tea is one of the quintessentially English occasions, and who is a greater authority on the subject than the sumptuous Ritz London Hotel? This charming Edwardian-style book captures the essence of this traditional British pastime, and provides us...

A beautiful first introduction to the Bible. Contains 64 tales from the Old and New Testaments, alongside maps of the ancient lands and a comprehensive guide to Biblical characters in order to bring the stories to life. Stunningly illustrated by Elena...