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The curious world of conspiracy theories is unbelievable and scarily believable in equal measure. The Little Book of Conspiracy Theories is an insight into this shocking and mysterious world. Discover how popular theories originated and took root, what they claim, and how "the truth" has been covered up with this introductory guide.

Recounting Mark's incredible 1,225-km solo hike across the Iberian Peninsula, Vagabond is a homage to the disappearing lifestyle of the "vagabundo", as well as a celebration of rural Spain and its forgotten communities. It reminds us of the value of slowing down and connecting with others, and the beauty in taking life one step at a time.

Unlock the secrets of human behaviour and explore the thoughts, motivations and perspectives of the people around you in this beginner's guide to personality psychology. In this pocket-sized introduction, you will discover the forces that influence our personalities, and in turn how our personality influences our actions.

Everyone emits an ethereal energy called an aura, a radiant force that reflects their emotional, mental and spiritual self. By harnessing this colourful energy, you can gain invaluable insights into the cosmos. Explore the mystical world of auras with this captivating guide and discover their role in the interconnected web of the universe.

What if the secret to out-of-this-world sex was written in the stars? Uncover your perfect positions, playmates and pleasures with this celestial guide to sexuality. Inspired by the ancient Indian text itself, The Zodiac Kama Sutra is a pocket-sized guide to having the best sex according to your astrological sign.

Over 100 easy slow-cooker recipes with just 10 minutes of preparation IN 10 MINUTES OR LESS, you can get dinner on the go and leave the slow cooker to do all the hard work. With more than 100 recipes, 10-minute Slow Cooker is full of delicious dishes that require only 10 minutes of hands-on time in the kitchen. It couldn't be easier! From fresh and healthy meals to the ultimate home comforts, this book is full of hassle free and healthy food that the whole family is bound to love.

The ultimate reference to knitting - for knitters of all levelsWith over 90 essential stitches and patterns explained, this indispensable knitting guide is guaranteed to inspire your next project and help you complete it to perfection. Whether you're completely new to knitting or an experienced knitter looking for a challenge, this book is full of easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and over 250 illustrations and images to help you progress your skills to the next level. The Knitter's Handbook is a fundamental resource that will help you:- Master basic techniques such as the Knit stitch, the Purl stitch and the Cast/bind-off method - Perfect simple textures including the Basket weave stitch, the Moss/seed stitch and the Diamond seed stitch - Try out more intricate patterns such as Bobbles, Zig-zags and Medallions - Experiment with exciting colourwork designs - Finish off your projects with eye-catching embellishments and edging styles - Consider different yarns like merino and cashmere - Identify the best budget-friendly equipmentCONTENTS INCLUDE:The BasicsYarns; Casting on; Knit & purlKnitting a ProjectSelecting a pattern; Picking up stitches; Complex texturesSpecial TexturesBobbles & knots; Loop stitch; Cable patternsKnitting in the RoundDouble-pointed needles; Medallions; Stitch patterns in roundsColourworkHorizontal stripes; Weaving yarns; Fair isle patternsEmbellishmentsDecorative cords; Beads & sequins; Embroidery on knitting

Discover the world's greatest myths and legends - from Greek mythology to Oceanic mythology - in this comprehensive guide.

A treasure trove of incredible facts about British birds, for budding birdwatchers and experienced birders alike

The first in a brand-new series, including 80 large print trivia puzzles from The Telegraph.

200 vegetarian student meals from the bestselling Hamlyn All Colour series

A glorious celebration of plants, gardens, and gardeners from Times columnist Ann Treneman. A glorious celebration of all things horticultural - a treasure trove for garden-lovers from the creators of the bestselling Latin for Gardeners and Botany for Gardeners. This wonderfully diverse collection of facts, figures and foliage is a celebration of plants, gardens and gardening. All things horticultural can be found here, from the phantasmagorical to the practical and everything in between. Delve into the cut-throat world of the plant hunters. Meet the first garden gnomes. Find a recipe to create a cocktail flower garden. See the world through the eyes of a bee. Here is a book to inspire gardeners and dig down into all aspects of a horticultural world where plants can heal and hurt, attack and retreat, survive and even come back from the dead. Beautifully illustrated with botanical diagrams and graphics, this miscellany will inform and delight gardeners and plant lovers. A 'pick and mix' of horticultural knowledge, it ranges from local to global, filled with maps, historical biographies, scientific explorations, plant profiles, fun and unbelievable facts, recipes and tips.

A collection of ingenious prohibition-style cocktail recipes for the thirsty imbiber.Grab your cocktail shaker, you are heading back to the Roaring Twenties. Cloistered behind secret doors, hidden from view except for those in the know, password protected, and only discussed in hushed tones, the idea of a speakeasy is thrilling. Many Prohibition-era cocktails were inspired by those of pre-Prohibition, but the dubious moonshine whiskies and bathtub gins had to be masked with citrus and fruit juices, ginger ales, colas and other flavours. The result? Some of the most-loved and enduring classics that we enjoy today.Speakeasy Cocktails is a curated collection of 50 recipes ranging from the iconic Dirty Martini to the zesty Southside and the decadent Manhattan, all organised by era of invention. With a deco-inspired foiled cover and photography throughout, this is the perfect gift for every cocktail lover, be they a novice bartender or seasoned mixologist.

Featuring 50 profiles and select B&W illustrated portraits, Queer Heroes of Myth & Legend is a celebration of gay gods and goddesses, sapphic saints, misunderstood mermen, lesbians of legend and transgender trailblazers.

A brand new collection of 200 quick-fire crosswords from the Daily Mail.

A bumper edition of 200 cryptic crosswords from the Daily Mail.

A brand new selection of 200 of the Daily Mail's most popular picture puzzle.

200 large print quick-fire crosswords from the Daily Mail. The first in a brand new series of large print puzzles.

The first book from internationally renowned coffee expert and top barista Celeste Wong, Coffee Creations is a comprehensive and foolproof guide to every coffee beverage you might ever have contemplated making at home and some you haven't. Celeste provides friendly and accessible advice on equipment, how to choose between beans, ground coffee and pods, as well as which roasts and flavours you should select to maximise on flavour and suit personal preferences. Recipes are divided into chapters including:- Master your 'traditional' barista creations at home: cappucino, latte, flat white, macchiato and cortado. - Hot days: iced lattes and cold brews. - Cold days: Baileys and Biscoff lattes. - Evenings in: coffee cocktails from espresso martinis to cold brew negronis. - Novelty creations: dalgona, unicorn coffees, and orange juice with espresso. - Baking with coffee: cheat's coffee ice cream and the perfect coffee and walnut cupcakes.

The ultimate guide to creating the perfect pared-back, romantic and soulful home. In this timely interiors book, design duo Atlanta Bartlett and Dave Coote explore a new type of minimalism. This isn't the 1990s version where lonely sofas sat in monastic empty rooms but an altogether softer approach. The emphasis is in appreciating the imperfect, encouraging self-expression and never compromising on comfort - all while keeping the core principles of simplicity, utility and elegance firmly in sight. This new minimalism has romance and nostalgia at its heart. It celebrates the plain and simple things in life; loves old, time-worn treasures; shuns materialism in favor of sustainability and creates a home to soothe the soul. The book includes stunningly photographed case studies of homes, alongside chapters on topics ranging from color usage and storage, to sustainability and sourcing found objects from nature. This is the perfect manual for curating elegant and soothing living spaces.

From the winners of the Fortnum & Mason Drink Book of the Year'Joel Harrison and Neil Ridley explain everything you need to know to appreciate a distillate.' Whisky Magazine The culture of enjoying quality spirits and liquors is now in a new golden age. Following in the footsteps of renowned drinks experts Joel Harrison and Neil Ridley's award-winning debut, Distilled, In Fine Spirits is a warm and approachable guide to the world of distilled drinks. Across whisky, tequila, rum, vodka and vermouth, as well as no and low-alcohol alternatives, it examines not just how each spirit is made, but also the culture, history, cocktails and characters key to the success of each. In Fine Spirits is designed for anyone who wants to understand more about the distilled drinks in their cabinet, as well as the colourful history and narratives of the countries, drinks, bars and people that have helped create the global renaissance of luxury liquor and fine spirits.

A 7-step guide to winter: how to not only survive the winter months but to thrive in them

The ultimate handbook of projects, tips and techniques for creating stunning art with markers.