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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Most famous for being the major ingredient of Bordeaux's greatest red wines, Cabernet Sauvignon has conquered the wine-producing world. From France to Australia, it makes some of the world's most sought-after red wines, but if handled badly it can also disappoint. Dave Broom guides the reader through the multitudes of varieties that are available on the shelves, highlighting the world's top producers who manage to strike the balance between quality and quantity to make the best wines from this grape. The practical format of this guide means that it can be used at home or while travelling. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Toddlers may look angelic but they can try the patience of a saint. Covering common situations that every parent will recognize and accompanied by informative illustrations, the book provides a host of useful tips. If everyday life has become a battle of wills, these ingenious, tried-and-tested strategies for war-weary parents will restore law and order and keep everyone sweet tempered. Learn to deal with your little rascal's havoc-wreaking antics, including: food fights and eating worms; bedtime and bath time skirmishes, supermarket mayhem and tantrums in public; potty training stress and mess, rearranging your house and writing on walls. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Create a dinner party menu with an oriental twist with this wide variety of bite-sized recipes * The recipes are separated into chapters ranging from nibbles through to small meals that can be served as light lunches or accompaniments to other recipes in this book * Authentic recipes range from Crispy Wonton and Prawn Toasts through to Peking Duck and Sweet and Spicy Spare Ribs * Open your kitchen to the theories of chinese cooking and enjoy these bite-sized recipes with family and friends. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Written by the experienced veterinary surgeon and television presenter, this book details over 60 common illnesses and conditions and gives step-by-step advice on first aid. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Sandra Pond; William Giles; Coral Mula (illustrator). Mitchell Beazley have joined with the Royal Horticultural Society to produce this series of practical gardening guides covering all aspects of gardening techniques in step-by-step detail. These books take the reader through basic gardening operations with practical step-by-step illustrations. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This atlas uses a scale of 3.5 inches:1 mile. It has a detailed index and shows through routes to help with journey planning. A planning map shows main roads in and out of London, and there are route indicators on major roads as they come to the edge of the mapping. Postcode districts and boundaries are shown on both the main mapping and on a separate map. The central area is enlarged (7 inches:1 mile), and shows one-way streets and restricted turns. Hospitals, railway stations, schools, shopping centres, universities, industrial estates and other such features are highlighted in red in the index; places of tourist interest are shown in blue. The index includes postcodes, and there are additional indexes for hospitals, highlighting those with A&E facilities; and for tourist sites. There are special maps for bus routes, the Underground, shopping, theatres and cinemas, London connections, postcode and administrative boundaries. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Stefania Maragna (illustrator). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Fine. The Easy Knitting series features six new project collections, so you can find a great project, whatever style you're looking for! Each book features a range of patterns to make for the home, to wear or to give as gifts, so you will find plenty of projects for a whole range of needs. Whether you're reviving your love of knitting or you've just discovered this restful and soothing pastime, there is an Easy Knitting book for you, and with every project tried and tested, and each technique fully explained, they're perfect for beginners and experienced knitters. Soft, practical, comfortable, warm, and above all, quick to knit! Easy Knitting: Weekend is filled with ideas you'll love, from super soft knitted socks to chunky hats and scarves and fun projects for the home that can be knitted in no time.and much much more!.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A practical guide to helping the home sewer create stylish window treatments without the need for complex methods and techniques. Clear step-by-step photographs show how to achieve a number of different styles. The book progresses from simple unlined curtains to roman blinds and stylish headings. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Weber grills are renowned worldwide for their quality, durability and versatility. This series of books brings the Weber magic to a whole new audience using exciting recipes in a fresh and energetic style. Whether it's lamb, beef, fish, chicken or vegetables Weber's Great Little Grilling Guide has a delicious recipe that's sure to delight the tastebuds. The book contains 50 original, searing dishes - each one is easy to prepare and includes detailed techniques to ensure the best results from the Weber grill. Instructions are simple enough to leave room for cooking improvisation. Every barbecue lover has their favourite recipe or grilling marinade but Weber's Great Little Grilling Guide will inspire the reader to sample new ones or give a much-used one a fresh kick. Lush, artfully photographed dishes are peppered throughout the text to illustrate and inspire. Try Gooey Camembert with Herby Toasted Strips, Flash Grilled Pepper Beef Wraps, Coconut Chicken Skewers with Red Rice or Succulent Seared Tuna. And for the truly decadent, there is a bevy of succulent desserts. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This is a companion for the jobs to be done in the garden and greenhouse throughout the year. There is a chapter for each month of the year, in which every operation is described in detail. Covering a range of subjects from mowing the lawns to pollinating melons, and from sowing carnations to general greenhouse management, this book is a manual of garden craft as well as a calendar of seasonal operations. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Fine. Our modern world is infinitely more complex than the one previous generations inhabited, and the pace of life much quicker. Yet the way our grandmothers lived their lives - using knowledge passed from mother to daughter - is as relevant today as it's always been. In From Mother to Daughter, Vivienne Bolton celebrates the rites and rituals that for centuries have marked the seasons around the world. As the year unfolds, she offers advice on everything from natural spring cleaning to the planting of seeds. In summer, the home and garden can be enriched with floral and edible bounty, from rose petal pot pourri to fresh herb cheeses. The autumn harvest offers an abundance of preserving, pickling and drying, plus advice on storing. For winter there are remedies for sore throats, recipes for steamed puddings and instructions on how to make candles and tie faggots for the fire.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. What could be more delicious and satisfying than tucking into a succulent home-made burger? With 60 to choose from you'll be spoilt for choice. Try festive Turkey and Cranberry, spicy Thai Green Pork or healthy Haddock and Spinach or for exciting vegetarian alternatives try Red Pepper and Bean or Brazil Nut. The burger is one of the world's favourite foods but too often it is eaten as a takeaway when it is just as easy, far more delicious and much healthier to make your own. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Part of the Antiques Checklists series, which aims to offer a fast and accurate way to recognize, identify and date antiques. This book deals with porcelain, the heart of the book being an analysis of individual factories, organized according to continent and period. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The fascinating stories behind some of the great partnerships of history and today. The Book of Duos reveals the intriguing facts and little known details about the great twosomes of today and yesterday. From Adam & Eve to Ben & Jerry's, Gin & Tonic to the Stars & Stripes, this book provides information on how each half came together to form an inseparable entity and their impact on. Packed with tales of the famous people, objects and ideas that are integral to our lives today, The Book of Duos shows that in most cases two is better than one. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This year-round guide covers every aspect of water gardening, from design, installation and maintenance to plants and wildlife. It contains practical how-to information on a range of water features, including fountains, streams, bridges and lighting. The book also includes a comprehensive directory of the most recommended water plants and a troubleshooting section to help you combat and prevent any problems that may occur with your pond. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Are you worried about giving birth? Are there questions about labour and birth you are too embarrassed to ask? Covering everything from preparing for the big day, to the stages of labour and birth and the first few days following delivery, "Labour and Birth" addresses common concerns and answers all your questions. Packed with information and reassurance on everything from the best positions for labour and birth and types of delivery, to how birth partners can help and pain relief, this comprehensive guide contains expert advice and real-life experiences from "Practical Parenting", Britain's best-read parenting magazine. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Good. A collection of true accounts of mistakes down the ages, ranging from the funny to the tragic and the farcical. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The Confident Cooking series consists of six titles: Soups and Starters, Salads, Vegetarian Cooking, Quick and Easy, Fruit, and Chicken Dishes. Each title contains over 25 fully tested recipes, each with step-by-step instructions and colour photographs. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Good. "The Weber" series of books brings their magic to a whole new audience using exciting recipes in a fresh and energetic style in a series of can-do, on-the-go, few ingredient recipes. Get up, stand up for flavourful tropical specialties. With 50 specially selected and well-tried recipes choose from a huge variety of dishes to make any party go with a bang, such as, Jamaican Jerk Chicken and Blackened Salmon with Grilled Lime, Spiced Up Crayfish with Garlic and Lime Dip, and Plantain Chips and Mixed Pepper Salsa. Whether you are creating that special meal for a special someone, or preparing a blow-out for a big celebration, "Weber's Tropical Barbecue" is an irresistible feast of taste, colour and temptation, so small and handy it can follow you from the kitchen straight out to the barbecue. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book teaches readers how to play and win more than 40 of the world's most popular board and card games. The rules and basic principles of each game, and many of its variants, are described and accompanied by helpful step-by-step diagrams. In addition there are sections on the most successful strategies and example games are played through with instructive commentaries. Table games such as backgammon, chess, dice games, hex, shogi and draughts, card games such as cribbage, bridge, solo whist, tarot, piquet and gambling games such as baccarat, blackjack, craps, new market, red dog, roulette and brag are included. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Constant colds, feeling listless or just under the weather? Raise your energy levels and help your body fight disease through the natural power of juices. This little guide offers you a range of tasty nutritious recipes that are quick and simple to prepare, with an introduction on how to juice and nutritional information. Easy to prepare, juices are packed with essential vitamins and minerals and can boost your natural vitality and provide relief from a variety of everyday complaints. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.