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Vegetation of Britain and Ireland (Collins New Naturalist Library #122)

Another volume in the popular New Naturalist series, this book covers all aspects of the plant life of Britain and Ireland.

Springwatch British Wildlife: Accompanies the BBC 2 TV series

Springwatch British Wildlife is the perfect year-round countryside introduction to the much-loved wildlife of the popular BBC2 television series.

Woodlands: Its History, Vegetation And Uses In England (Collins New Naturalist Library #100)

‘Trees are wildlife just as deer or primroses are wildlife. Each species has its own agenda and its own interactions with human activities …’

Otter Chaos - The Dam Busters: Dam Busters (Awesome Animals)

From the award-winning author of Space Mutts comes the second otterly chaotic title! Part of the Awesome Animals range – the funniest fiction staring the wildest wildlife!

Otter Chaos!: Let The River Races Begin... (Awesome Animals)

The sixth animal in the hilarious AWESOME ANIMALS series – awesome adventures with the wildest wildlife.

The Octonauts and The Growing Goldfish (The\octonauts Ser.)

Join global sensations, the Octonauts, in an exciting new title in the classic picture book series that inspired the phenomenally successful animated TV show, broadcast around the world.

Shadow on the Crown: A Novel (The Emma of Normandy #1)

Set in England when Vikings are on the brink of invasion, this is an epic tale of seduction, war, and unrequited love from an outstanding new voice in historical fiction

A Single Breath: The Deeper The Water The Darker The Secrets

*The gripping new novel from Lucy Clarke, THE HIKE, is available to buy now* The deeper the water, the darker the secrets

Woodlands (PDF)

‘Trees are wildlife just as deer or primroses are wildlife. Each species has its own agenda and its own interactions with human activities …’ Written by one of Britain’s best-known naturalists, Woodlands offers a fascinating new insight into the trees of the British landscape that have filled us with awe and inspiration throughout the centuries. Looking at such diverse evidence as the woods used in buildings and ships, and how woodland has been portrayed in pictures and photographs, Rackham traces British woodland through the ages, from the evolution of wildwood, through man’s effect on the landscape, modern forestry and its legacy, and recent conservation efforts and their effects. In his lively and thoroughly engaging style, Rackham explores woodlands and their history, through names, surveys, mapping and legal documents, archaeology, photographs and works of art, thus offering an utterly compelling insight into British woodlands and how they have come to shape a national obsession.

Kidnapped: Being Memoirs Of The Adventures Of David Balfour In The Year 1751. How He Was Kidnapped And Cast Away; His Sufferings In A Desert Isle; His Journey In The Wild Highlands; His Acquaintance With Alan Breck Stewart And Other Notorious Highland Jac (Collins Classics)

HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics.

Nature Near London (Collins Nature Library)

The Collins Nature Library is a new series of classic British nature writing – reissues of long-lost seminal works. The titles have been chosen by one of Britain’s best known and highly acclaimed nature writers, Robert Macfarlane, who has also written new introductions that put these classics into a modern context.

Adventures Among Birds (Collins Nature Library)

The Collins Nature Library is a new series of classic British nature writing – reissues of long-lost seminal works. The titles have been chosen by one of Britain’s best known and highly-acclaimed nature writers, Robert Macfarlane, who has also written new introductions that put these classics into a modern context.

Birds of South America: Passerines (Collins Field Guide)

Recommended for viewing on a colour tablet. South America has long been known for its bountiful flora and fauna. The richness in bird life has attracted visitors from all over the world and has helped to make South America an increasingly popular wildlife tourist spot.

The Pirate

The third novel from the acclaimed author of The Pied Piper’s Poison and The Resurrection Club

The One and Only Ivan (The\one And Only Ivan Ser.)

Winner of the Newbery Medal 2013 Inspired by a true story, this is the beautifully written tale of how a mighty gorilla wins his freedom. A winning blend of humour and poignancy that will appeal to fans of Michael Morpurgo.

Scotland (Collins New Naturalist Library #119)

Harnessing recent developments in computer technology, the latest New Naturalist volume uses the most up-to-date and accurate maps, diagrams and photographs to analyse the diverse landscapes of Scotland.

The Sea Shore (Collins New Naturalist Library #12)

A comprehensive, authoritative account of the natural history of the seashore, from earliest times to the present day.

My Journey Across The Indian Ocean: Band 17/Diamond (Collins Big Cat Ser.)

Kingdom of Plants: A Journey Through Their Evolution

This book accompanies the landmark television series Kingdom of Plants 3D: With David Attenborough.

Raptor: A Journey Through Birds

Winner of The Royal Society of Literature Jerwood Award for Non-Fiction in 2011 and the Authors' Foundation Roger Deakin Award in 2011 A stunning debut in the tradition of Robert Macfarlane and Helen Macdonald

Last Hours on Everest: The Gripping Story Of Mallory And Irvine's Fatal Ascent

An expert mountaineer cracks Everest’s most intriguing mystery - did Mallory and Irvine reach the summit before they perished on its slopes?

Women and Children First: Bravery, Love And Fate: The Untold Story Of The Doomed Titanic

Praise for Gill Paul: ‘A cleverly crafted novel and an enthralling story… A triumph.’ DINAH JEFFERIES ‘Gripping, romantic and evocative of its time.’ LULU TAYLOR

Marches (Collins New Naturalist Library #118)

A complete natural history and the first large-scale survey of this unique part of the country.

Flashman’s Lady: From The Flashman Papers, 1842-45 (The Flashman Papers #3)

Coward, scoundrel, lover and cheat, but there is no better man to go into the jungle with. Join Flashman in his adventures as he survives fearful ordeals and outlandish perils across the four corners of the world.

Birds (Collins Gem)

The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.