Bøker utgitt av Quarto Publishing Plc

Part of the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, Ella Fitzgerald tells the inspiring story of one of the most influential jazz singers of all time.

Part of the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, Ada Lovelace tells the inspiring story of the British mathematician and daughter of poet Lord Byron who became the world's first computer programmer.

A brilliant introduction to the importance of palaeontology, which illustrates with fun captions and photographs how fossils show us the ways in which our species - and others - have evolved over millions of years.

Shark is lonely and wants some friends, so he goes out into the sea to find some. But will his plan work or will the other animals be afraid of him? Reading Gems is a supplementary reading programme that supports a child's learning at school. Featuring original stories, delightful characters and humorous illustrations, the Reading Gems books have been designed to put the fun back into reading.

When the villagers find a dragon on the train track, something has to be done. Who can move the dragon? And what will the big dragon do?

"Something was happening on Grimloch Lane. Something good." A best-selling debut picture book about an orphan whose life is transformed by a mysterious night gardener bringing colour and life to his town.

From the team behind the best-selling Atlas of Adventures comes Atlas of Dinosaur Adventures, the biggest adventure yet - a trip back in time to meet the dinosaurs!

How to Read London reveals through the built environment how London's domestic, civic and commercial landscape has evolved and adapted from imperial capital to global city.

The Ridgeway follows one of the oldest 'green roads' in Europe.

Through the Churchills' `wilderness years' in the 1930s, to Clementine's desperate efforts to preserve her husband's health during the struggle against Hitler, Sonia presents the inspiring but often ignored story of one of the most important women in modern history.

A beautifully illustrated and colourfully written guidebook which offers Londoners and tourists new and exciting places to visit outside of London.

The Pennine Way is Britain' s toughest long-distance path, running 268 miles from Derbyshire' s Peak District up through the Yorkshire Dales, Cumbria and Northumberland into the Scottish Borders.

The South Downs Way runs for 100 miles (160 km) over the chalk downland of Sussex and Hampshire, from Eastbourne to Winchester.

The Northumberland coastline stretches from the outskirts of Newcastle up to the Scottish border at Berwick-upon-Tweed.

Runner is the story of Lizzy Hawker's journey and will get inside the head of the physical, mental and emotional challenges that runners go through at the edge of human endurance, in much the same way as Aurum's classic running story Feet in the Clouds by Richard Askwith did nearly ten years ago.

The original Pictorial Guide to the Western Fells of Lakeland - freshly reproduced from Wainwright's original pages.

Inspired by a Lenape Native American myth, this beautiful debut picture book shows how courage and kindness are what really matter.

Wander through five of the world's wildest habitats to discover 80 amazing animals.

The Debs of Bletchley Park will tell the stories of the women who worked at Bletchley, how they came to be there, the lives they gave up to do 'their bit' for the war effort, and the part they played in the vital work of 'Station X'.

A spectacular and fun spoof petcare guide to Dragons, incorporating choosing an egg, hatcing, handling, feeding, training, grooming, vet - and flying!

For 140 miles, the London LOOP (London Outer Orbital Path) follows a green corridor right around the capital, offering a circular walk among secret countryside.

My Year in Small Drawings is a charmingly original visual diary, encouraging you to create and collect the details all around you every day.

Caffeine is the most widely consumed mind-altering molecule in the world; we cannot get enough of it, and drinking good coffee is our delivery system. How is it that coffee has such a hold? It's all in the chemistry; the molecular structure of caffeine and the flavour-making phenols and fats that can be lured out from the bean by roasting, grinding and brewing. In How to Make Coffee, culinary journalist Lani Kingston lays out the scientific principles for the coffee-loving non-scientists - why water has to be at a certain temperature, what method works best with which grind, how roast affects taste, what happens when you add cream, which bean you start out with - stick to these and you will never drink an ordinary joe again.- A clear and fascinating guide to the chemistry of coffee- Comprehensively covers every coffee-making method - Invaluable handbook for home baristas and coffee lovers

Eleven amazing stories from the Viking Sagas, packed with warriors and battles, heroes and heroines, Berserkers, monsters and zombies. AND LOTS OF MAGIC.

Alfred Wainwright's unique pictorial guide to the Southern Fells, fully updated and checked by Clive Hutchby.

A World Full of Animal Stories is a captivating book penned by the talented author, Angela Mcallister. This book, which falls under the genre of children's literature, takes readers on an exciting journey through various animal tales from around the globe. Published in 2017 by Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd, it is a collection of 50 folktales and legends that have been beautifully illustrated to captivate a young audience. Each story is unique and provides a glimpse into different cultures and traditions, making it an educational and entertaining read. This book is a testament to Mcallister's storytelling prowess and her ability to engage readers of all ages. Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd is proud to have this gem in their collection. If you are looking for a book that is both fun and informative for your children, A World Full of Animal Stories is the perfect choice.

Pandora lives alone, in a world where no-one comes to visit, until a bird with a broken wing falls from the sky... This is a stunning fable of hope and regeneration from critically acclaimed artist Victoria Turnbull.

When Grandma says she's seen a tiger in the garden, Nora doesn't believe her. She's too old to play Grandma's silly games! Everyone knows that tigers live in jungles, not gardens.

The Street Beneath My Feet, a fascinating work by Charlotte Guillain, takes you on a unique journey of discovery. Published in 2017 by Aurum Press, this book is more than just a story; it's an exploration. The genre of this book is hard to pin down, with elements of science, nature, and geography all intermingling to create a captivating reading experience. Guillain has a knack for making the ordinary seem extraordinary, and in The Street Beneath My Feet, she does just that. The book unravels the world beneath us, layer by layer, revealing the hidden ecosystems that exist right under our feet. Guillain's engaging writing style and the book's beautiful illustrations make it an enjoyable read for all ages. This book is a testament to Guillain's talent as a writer and Aurum Press's commitment to publishing insightful and intriguing books. Don't miss the chance to delve into the world beneath your feet with this remarkable book.

Julie's dog leads her into a mysterious garden and where she meets the artist Claude Monet.