Collection: Nonfiction

Nearly every history of Australian modern art, and books dedicated to artists of the period, will refer to the writings of Arnold Shore. Rob Haysom explores the background of the artist, the difficulties of his time, and the development of modernist ideas

A collection of 101 stories written by famous songwriters about the genesis of their hit songs and their personal stories, often never before told, about the lyrics for their award-winning hit songs.

This is a collection of given names, including traditional, biblical, ethnic, modern and invented names as well as their origins, meanings and variations.

In this book you can find out all about tennis and learn how to develop your skills as a player.

Indonesia provides a comprehensive outline of the land, history, government, people and culture of Indonesia. It explores daily life in Indonesia through the eyes of local children and describes Indonesias unique relationship with Australia

An inspirational and practical collection of 15 quilts for would-be quilters by leading author Jane Brocket. Covers all the knowledge you'll need - from chain-piecing, hand- quilting and sandwiching to binding, storage and caring for your quilt.

Most significant of Tibetan Buddhist texts in the West, it includes descriptions of the after-death state, practices that can transform experience of daily life, guidance on helping those who are dying, and a perspective on coping with bereavement.

Five great American museums have pooled their outstanding works to create an unequaled survey of art in the United States from prehistory to the present day, a glorious treasury of American creativity. It follows many of the strands that have been woven into the pattern of American society, its ...

This book assumes no prior experience with cattle and covers everything from stocking rates, types of cattle available and fencing needs, to vaccination requirements. The smaller, quieter breeds of lowline cattle have particular appeal...

In 'Some Desperate Glory', Max Egremont gives us a transfiguring look at the life and work of eleven poets who saw action at the front during the Great War.