Collection: Nonfiction

On 9 August 1941 Douglas Bader was shot down, captured and later incarcerated. But by whom, and how? Was it by one of his deadly German opponents, as he himself maintained, or was it by one of his own side?

Casting the history of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam against the rich canvas of the Near East, this book reveals how three great religions emerged from the same cradle. Isbouts employs a non-denominational perspective and a wide range of sources

Has 170 recipes with easy-to-follow instructions to ensure you bake the perfect muffin everytime. Includes a combination of sweet and savoury recipes, low-fat options, handy hints and variations for every occasion and every taste.

MacGregor tells the stories behind 100 objects, based on BBC Radio 4 series. Objects are from almost 2 million years ago up to the present day. The 100th object is yet to be chosen, but will be contemporary item acquired by British Museum.

A series for young readers. Crusty pink scabs, explosive diarrhoea, black swollen bumps, aren t just the stuff of gross stories & horror movies, they are symptoms of diseases that scientists have searched for scientific answers.

With child-friendly sleeping and eating options, detailed maps of main sightseeing areas, travel info, budget guidance, age range suitability and activities for each sight, the Family Guide New York City is the ultimate guide to stress-free family travel

This book profiles Australia's endangered animals and explains how climate and habitat sustain these animals. The book also describes laws and programs that have been put in place to protect Australia's animal.

This incredible book provides a snapshot of the often surprising technologies developed by various ancient civilizations

This book critically assesses how the Howard Government has performed on key issues. It shows how the most conservative leader the Liberal Party has ever had, has re-made, and divided, the nation.