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Hardcover/Pappeinband. Zustand: Gut. 96 pages. Still good. Former library copy with usual markings. Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 590.

Zustand: very good. Gut/Very good: Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit wenigen Gebrauchsspuren an Einband, Schutzumschlag oder Seiten. / Describes a book or dust jacket that does show some signs of wear on either the binding, dust jacket or pages.

Zustand: good. Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Hawkins, Philip (illustrator). Taking its name from a classic 1940s text which opened the eyes of a new generation of enthusiasts, The Trains We Loved features 32 splendid paintings, many previously unpublished, by Philip Hawkins, and 100 of the finest black and white railway photographs by Philip Alexander, Eric Treacy and other famous names. The richly atmospheric text, based on sound research, combines unashamed nostalgia with substantial reference value. This is a book no true enthusiast will want to be without. 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. Zustand: 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. Zustand: Very Good. The Yorkshire Dales offer landscapes rich in natural and human history. Each dale has its own individual character. This selection of 35 circular walks offers inspiration and challenge to walkers of all experience. Maps, distances and gradings accompany each route description. 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. Zustand: Very Good. David & Charles published Jane Greenoff's first cross stitch book, Cross Stitch Castles and Cottages, in 1987; today she is working on her 16th cross stitch title! Unfortunately, many of Jane's earlier books are no longer in print, so, to celebrate over 20 years of designing, she has put together this special selection of her most popular designs to date for today's stitcher. Four themed chapters focus on the subjects most requested over the years including celebration designs for births and weddings, charming cottages and fantastic florals. Project ideas for the finished stitching range from cards and cushions to pincushions and pictures. Full stitching instructions are provided for all the featured designs, although Quick Start will give you a shortcut to getting stitching. 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. Zustand: 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. Zustand: Very Good. The only book on getting the most out of a day in the hills that the keen walker will ever need. It has vital information on dealing with emergencies as well as advice on buying the best equipment, guidance on maintaining fitness and invaluable lessons in route planning and navigation. It is practical and has an appealing style with great colour photographs. It comes in a handy flexi-bound format, and is hardwearing. It is in an ideal size for a rucksack pocket. 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. Zustand: Very Good. "Amazing & Extraordinary Facts: British Prime Ministers" delves into the premiership's 300 year history and unearths a host of fascinating, intriguing and little-known facts about some of the best-known characters in British history, lifting the lid on the top job. Find out about the Prime Minister who only lasted 100 days, another who served for 21 years, or how Downing Street came to be the Premier's residence. Brief, accessible and entertaining pieces on a wide variety of subjects makes it the perfect book to dip in to. "The Amazing and Extraordinary Facts series" presents interesting, surprising and little-known facts and stories about a wide range of topics which are guaranteed to inform, absorb and entertain in equal measure. 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. Zustand: Very Good. Capture in cross stitch the people, landscapes, sights, classic styles and evocative patterns of the world.Over 500 motifs range from London's Big Ben to Sydney's Opera House, the lotus flower of the Orient to the big cats of Africa.The spirit of each continent is captured in colourful and detailed stitch-off-the-page pictures.Quick-to-stitch keepsake projects such as cards and journal covers allow you to share your cross stitch travels with friends and family. 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. Zustand: Very Good. This handbook for photographers offers information and advice on exposure theory. In an easy-to-read style, it looks at applying the theory in the studio and on location, and regardless of budget. The authors begin by looking at what constitutes the perfect exposure and move on to the theoretical basis of exposure determination, the different types of meters available, metering techniques, and how to apply those techniques to a range of subjects. The book also offers information on printing, the zone system, using polaroids and useful rules of thumb. Over 200 pictures are accompanied by explanations of how exposure readings were modified to achieve the desired results. 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. Zustand: Very Good. 100 Ways to Take Better Nature & Wildlife Photographs is something really special. Not only is it a collection of over 100 breath-taking nature and wildlife photographs; Guy Edwardes also provides expert advice on how to achieve similar results for yourself. The book includes 100 straightforward practical tips to boost your photography. There is advice on everything from technique, composition and coping with extreme field conditions, to Photoshop manipulation and digital editing. This is an invaluable guide for photographers of all abilities. The main text describes the basic techniques for less-experienced photographers, while the captions describe the methods used and thought processes behind the images. More experienced photographers will benefit from useful tips and suggestions throughout the book, and the images will provide everyone with inspiration and new ideas. Above all, the photography is a joy. From capturing the actions of large mammals to snapping wild birds and flowers in the garden Guy Edwardes' wonderful images are an inspiration for both nature lovers and photographers alike. The author is a leading nature and landscape photographer. His landscape photography is explored in his book 100 Ways to take Better Landscape 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. Zustand: Very Good. This collection of cross stitch projects, all of which are decorated with country images, contains full-colour charts and many suggestions for stitching attractive gifts or items for the home. These include floral motifs and repeating floral borders for samplers, cards, table linen and a shawl. 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. Zustand: Very Good. Animals have been popular subjects for needlework throughout the ages and this book has examples that show animals in detail on the original needlework pieces. The author explains their pattern sources and then goes on to discuss the materials and techniques used so that modern embroiderers can recreate or adapt them. The book describes their role through the different embroidery fashions and includes many drawings, charts and ideas for incorporating animals into embroideries - plus many patterns from 16th- and 17th-century embroideries, medieval bestiaries and pattern books. For every era, there is a new embroidery stitched by Sarah Don, with detailed description of stitches and materials used. 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. Zustand: Very Good. This collection of over 1000 cross stitch motifs offers ideas to stitch all year round, inspired by the seasons and events that make up a year. Advice is given on materials and equipment, on how to stitch the motifs, with step-by-step instructions on how to create a personal sampler. 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. Zustand: Very Good. This is a practical guide to creating and maintaining a garden full of flowers throughout the year. The 12 monthly chapters all include an introduction to the garden in flower, tasks for the month, plant lists and profiles, tips and checklists, and plant associations and schemes. John Kelly was once a co-presenter of television's "Gardener's World". His other books include "Plants With Impact". 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. Zustand: Very Good. This cross-stitch guide takes the reader from choosing fabrics, using an embroidery hoop and threading a needle, to the finishing touches of mounting and displaying the stitched pieces. It explores the range of fabrics available including Aida, plastic canvas, perforated paper and waste canvas. 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. Zustand: Very Good. A collection of country recipes and a glimpse into the lives of the inhabitants of Ambridge, the village of BBC Radio's soap opera, "The Archers". The recipes reflect not only the differing life-styles of the characters, but also the changing of the seasons, country festivals, and feast days. 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. Zustand: Very Good. Find out how even the busiest of busy girls can whip up impressive homemade treats in next to no time! Ruth Clemens, finalist on the original series of The Great British Bake Off, shares her secrets in creating quick but gorgeous cakes, bakes and biscuits. Choose from 25 beautiful projects to make in under an hour, in an afternoon, or over a weekend and be amazed at what you can achieve! This book is all about cake decorating without the fuss, the palaver and sometimes the tears too! The projects are split into three sections. The Evening Whip-Ups (one-hour projects) are perfect when you have very little time, and are easy to throw together one evening after work. The Half-Day Delights (two-hour projects) are for when you have an afternoon to spare. Finally, the Weekend Wonders (three- to four-hour projects) are for when you've got a bit more time available in your schedule! In cake-decorating terms, all of the above are tiny amounts of time - large, intricate projects take professional cake decorator's days, if not weeks, of work. We busy girls don't have the time or the patience to create those kinds of works of art but this book contains stunning projects that can be achieved in next to no time. In addition to the projects, Ruth talks you through all the equipment and ingredients you need, shows you how to line a cake tin, gives her tried-and-tested recipes for fruit cake, sponge cake and chocolate cake, as well as cupcake recipes, cookie recipes and frosting recipes. She shows you how to pipe with royal icing and buttercream piping techniques, and how to cover a cake with marzipan, how to cover cakes and boards with sugarpaste, how to trim a cake board with ribbon, how to colour fondant to your desired shade, how to stack cakes using dowels, and some wonderful creative embellishment techniques. The Busy Girl's Guide to Cake Decorating - the perfect place to start your foray into the world of cakes. 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. Zustand: Very Good. Cake decorating is creative, fun and easy to learn, and this book proves that you shouldn't save your cake decorating ideas just for christenings and weddings! Cake Decoration at Home has a recipe for every occasion, whether it s a tea party, a wedding or a special Christmas gift. Over 30 designs for cakes, cupcakes, minicakes and cookies allow you to make delicious homemade treats for friends and family all year round! The featured cake decorating techniques suit all skill levels. Illustrated step-by-step instructions guide even the most novice decorator through the stages, from baking the cake to adding the finishing touches. On top of that, you ll find ideas how to extend the theme to your table decorations and decor, to create the perfect atmosphere. Casual lifestyle photography and a cookery-book feel will take out the fear of sugarcrafting and encourage beginners. 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. Zustand: Very Good. This title presents the perfect introduction to the rewarding hobby of poultry keeping. It reveals how, as well as being useful, chickens are interesting and colourful characters that make good pets and can enliven any garden. It fuses contemporary lifestyle design, imaginative and appealing images and lively, authoritative text to ensure the widest possible interest. It is a comprehensive guide to chicken breeds including hybrids and rescue birds. It offers everything you need to know about housing, feeding and welfare as well as a useful recipe section full of great ideas for using up all those extra fresh eggs. 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. Zustand: Very Good. This is a solid, practical, everything-you-need-to-know guide to keeping chickens for people who are as interested in them as pets as they are in eggs and other poultry produce. It reveals how, as well as being useful, chickens are interesting and colourful characters that can enliven any garden. They become very tame and make good companions. It includes chapters on using feathers and eggs in art and craft projects, as well as delicious egg recipes. It fuses contemporary design, imaginative and appealing images and lively, authoritative text to ensure the widest possible interest. 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. Zustand: Very Good. This is a must-have collection for anyone who loves to create a cross stitched card or keepsake to mark life's important celebrations.Over 200 charted designs offer tremendous variety both in subject matter and project choice.When you have time, stitch one of the many cards or a memorable keepsake; make a quick-to-stitch card or tag when you need something now!Full instructions are given for making the cards and tags, as well as keepsakes such as a photo album, ring pillow and gift bag. 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. Zustand: Very Good. Now in paperback, a practical manual on picture framing, from the construction of a basic wooden frame to more ornate creations. Includes advice on repairing and restoring damaged frames. First published in 1986. 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. Zustand: Very Good. Explores all the possibilities old fabrics offer as a creative medium in an inspiring, yet practical way. It takes the reader through collecting and sorting the rags, then moves on to the projects which use scraps to create a variety of home furnishings and decorative gifts. 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. Zustand: Very Good. A reference work covering the lives of all the Kings and Queens of England from the early Saxons to Elizabeth II, this revised edition contains character sketches of each monarch and the principal events of each reign, as well as dates of birth, reign and death, and the place of birth. The way in which kings shaped and were shaped by their own times emerges, as does the gradual change in the role of the monarchy as government by elected parliament evolved. There are special sections highlighting important aspects of British history, such as the Wars of the Roses and the American War of Independence and a study of the present royal residences is also 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. Zustand: Very Good. Over 25 quick and simple knitting patterns, brought to you by the team at Prima magazine. You will learn all the knitting techniques you need to make gorgeous gifts for yourself and your home, or to give as gifts to friends and family. The knitting patterns include designs for knitted cushions, mittens and hats, as well as bunting, knitted hearts, knitted iPad covers and more, and all are quick and easy to make with detailed step by step instructions. Pick up those needles and get stitching today with The Prima Book of Crafts: Knitting! 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. Zustand: Very Good. Counted beadwork gives an added dimension to the basic technique of cross stitch. This book offers instructions for a range of designs and projects which are intended for both beginners and experienced needleworkers. Step-by-step instructions are accompanied by colour photographs. The book covers techniques and materials, and includes a list of suppliers and bead numbers for beads which are widely available in the USA, Australia and New Zealand, as well as for the author's Beadesign range available in the UK. 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. Zustand: Very Good. This is a fascinating and absorbing miscellany of traditional wisdom, proverbial sayings and modern science that uncovers the truth behind many generations' worth of superstitions and customs relating to plants and animals. The huge variety of universal themes in this book will assure general, mass-market appeal. Popular pocket format, fantastic price point, attractive presentation, and intriguing subject, all combine to make this an ideal gift. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.