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Punk protagonist, legendary drinker, Irish musical icon. This is the complete and extraordinary journey of the Pogues' notorious frontman from outcast to national treasure, Shane MacGowan. 'A Furious Devotion' vividly recounts the experiences that shaped the greatest songwriter of his generation,...

An epic, moving history of a scientific idea coming to life, by the author of 'The Emperor of All Maladies'. But woven through this title, like a red line, is also an intimate history - the story of Mukherjee's own family and its recurring pattern of mental illness, reminding us that genetics is ...

George Hurrell was called 'the Rembrandt of Hollywood'. Featuring portraits and behind-the-scenes images, this title covers his entire career from his beginnings as a Los Angeles society photographer to his finale as the celebrity photographer who became a celebrity himself.

A comprehensive, illustrated biography of Harry Styles's amazing story to date. His musical career began in 2010 as a solo contestant on the British music competition series 'The X Factor'. Following his elimination early on, he was brought back to join the boy band 'One Direction', which went on...

Ever wondered if you're getting enough protein or how to make healthy food taste delicious? Authors Niko Rittenau, nutrition scientist, and Sebastian Copien, chef, have the answers. Together, they applied the latest scientific findings on vegan nutrition to cooking, developing a simple formula fo...

This extended translation of the classic French text provides a wide-ranging international survey of developments in archival practices and management, from the ancient world to the present day. The volume has been substantially revised to incorporate recent developments in the field and addition...

'A History of War' explains the dark but compelling story of warfare, from its emergence in prehistoric tribal disputes, through great imperial and global wars, to present-day counter-insurgency and 'hybrid' conflicts. Two factors sit at the heart of this story: technology - including weapons, ve...

Celebrate the weird, wacky, and wonderful world of plants with a book that revels in the diversity of the botanical world. Plants are truly awe inspiring. They can be vast, minute, smelly, or spectacularly ugly. Some look remarkably like animals, others are carnivorous, some grow from the ground,...

Take your house plant collection to the next level with 'House Plant'. Discover the best varieties to suit your home from more than 330 profiles on every kind of house plant you can imagine, from succulents and cacti to orchids, bromeliads, and even carnivorous plants. Complete with essential car...

Tempted to have a go at gardening? Keen to grow your own veg or tame an out-of-control border? This no-nonsense practical manual, packed with clear advice and photos on the essentials, shows you where to start and how to progress. Beginning with inspirational ideas to help you plan your plot, thi...