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March 21st, 1945. Bursting through a hazy sky, dozens of Allied fighters and bombers sweep over German-occupied Venice. Their mission: destroy Germany's strategic outposts nestled along the port, while leaving the floating city unscathed. As bombs rained down upon Europe, flattening city after...

In recent years house histories have become the new frontier of popular, participatory history. People, many of whom have already embarked upon that great adventure of genealogical research, and who have encountered their ancestors in the archives and uncovered family secrets, are now turning to...

From the award-winning, number one bestselling author of The Cow Book. It is summer, the hay and silage have not yet been made on John Connell’s farm, so he has time to indulge his other great passion: running. John sets off on a marathon run of 42.2 kilometres through his native Longford, the...

Captivatingly read by the author, Natalie Haynes. In Divine Might Natalie Haynes, author of the bestselling Pandora’s Jar, returns to the world of Greek myth and this time she examines the role of the goddesses. We meet Athene, who sprang fully formed from her father’s head: goddess of war...

An illuminating guide to a career as an architect written by art and design journalist Janelle Zara and based on the real-life experiences of two experts in the field—required reading for someone considering a path to this rewarding profession. Go behind the scenes and be mentored by the best...

A follow-up to Andrea Wulf's award-winning and critically acclaimed history of British gardening, this is the story of how George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams and James Madison's passion for nature, plants, agriculture and gardens shaped the birth of America. Through a series of...

Transform raw land into a stunning, sustainable outdoor space using proven landscape design and ecological principles. Whether you are plotting a home renovation on your morning commute or launching a career in urban planning, you need a grounded, confident approach. Master the exact sequence...

The discovery of a forgotten graveyard upends a multi-million-dollar Manhattan real estate deal in this richly drawn exploration of the crisis of urban homelessness and its intersection with history In late 2019, the Bowery Residents’ Committee (BRC) put a $1 million nonrefundable downpayment...

Journey through ancient ritual sites and modern megacities to discover how humanity’s drive to build shapes our world. Perfect for your daily commute, this fast-paced and immersive exploration transforms the globe into a living story. See how early villages evolved into sprawling urban...

Decode the marvels of medieval architecture and turn your daily commute into an awe-inspiring European history journey. Witness the dramatic evolution of soaring stone monuments, from earthbound Romanesque foundations to the breathtaking spiritual heights of the Middle Ages. Whether you are...

Turn your commute or armchair travel into an immersive walking tour of Nordic architecture and European history. Guided by the voice of a passionate architect, navigate shifting coastlines, medieval timber settlements, and modern waterfronts. It is an atmospheric journey where every brick...

Experience the epic historical rebirth of an ancient empire transformed into a sprawling modern European metropolis. Perfect for an engaging commute or immersive armchair travel, this sweeping narrative traces a muddy village on the Tiber evolving into an architectural wonder. Witness how...

Transform your daily commute into an immersive architectural history of human civilization and urban design. Wander through an enormous open-air museum of the mind, pausing at ancient mud-brick villages and soaring glass towers. This atmospheric listening experience breathes life into the stone...

An in-depth, nonpartisan analysis of gentrification as an opportunity to make change work for everyone from a veteran architect and urban planner. Constant transformation is a given in urban life. However, re-vitalization and growth projects can often be sources of loss and displacement for many...

Architecture is often discussed as a matter of form. This book argues that it is also, and perhaps more importantly, a matter of judgment. Addendum Two: Architecture Without a Scar continues the ideas first explored in Architecture Without a Scar, shifting the focus from buildings as objects to architecture as a professional act of stewardship.

Written in aid of the crucial restoration work to restore Paris’s great cathedral, Notre-Dame: A Short History of the Meaning of Cathedrals is a moving, short piece of non-fiction celebrating the stunning history of this beloved building, from Ken Follett, author of the multi-million copy...

You have just gotten the keys, unpacked the boxes, and officially moved into your new apartment. Or maybe you have lived in your home for a couple years and it is in need of some extra love and care to make it into the place you always dreamt it would be. But where do you start? Should you...

Let master of Maximalism Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen show you how to create and curate a space that you can truly love spending time in. More More More is overflowing with Laurence's signature style, exuberance and a lifetime's experience in lavish living and take-no-prisoners individuality. Part...

'A heart-warming story set in the rugged outback about finding out who you really want to be.' Annie Seaton CITY TO OUTBACK Obstetrician Riley Brand leaves the city behind to go in search of her mother, who's taken leave from her marriage to pursue a passion for opal mining in the dry back...

Uncover the awe-inspiring history and indigenous engineering of a sacred empire carved directly into the Andean mountains. Perfect for your morning commute or an immersive weekend escape, this atmospheric narrative transports you to a harsh, breathtaking landscape. Feel the thin air in your...