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Originally published: London; Sterling, VA: Earthscan, 2008.

For disgraced TV presenter Martin Sharp the answer's pretty simple: he has, in his own words, 'pissed his life away'. And on New Year's Eve he's going to end it all... but not, as it happens, alone. Because first single-mum Maureen, then eighteen-year-old Jess and lastly American rock-god JJ turn up and crash Martin's private party.

Anyone who owns a gecko, has seen them in the wild, or has wondered about them will appreciate this gem of a book.

Diamonds are a multi-billion dollar business involving some of the world s largest mining companies, a million and a half artisanal diggers, more than a million cutters and polishers and a huge retail jewellery sector.

The hilarious new book by the author of An Idiot Abroad - follow Karl on his journey to enlightenment

The only single-volume annual survey of naval developments Includes news, comment and the latest illustrations Written by a team of well-known experts Valuable to enthusiasts and defence professionals alike

With help just a quick 911 phone call away, it's hard to imagine the consequences of experiencing an emergency in remte lands. Wilderness Medicine: Beyond First Aid is a comprehensive text for the recognition, treatment, and prevention of wilderness emergencies.

A now-familiar emblem of extinction, the Dodo was extinct within 60 years of the colonisation of Mauritius, and over the next 150 years most of the Mascarene's other native vertebrates followed suit. Lost Land of the Dodo provides the definitive account of this tragic yet remarkable fauna.

This book is an introduction to the use of additions in clay bodies, from hard materials like stones and glass to combustible matter, fibre, metals and colour. It looks at the work of a range of contemporary international makers who are using additions.

The Man Who Made A Football ClubSir Matt Busby, who took Manchester United to unprecedented glory before seeing the club through profound tragedy, created the global entity that spreads from Old Trafford today.

Published to coincide with the centenary of the first expeditions to reach the South Pole, this book presents a fresh take on Antarctic exploration. By focusing on the larger purpose, it deepens our appreciation of the explorers' achievements, shares little-known stories, and shows what the Heroic Age of Antarctic discovery was really about.

The complete practical woodworking book - a definitive reference guide for the beginner and the accomplished woodworking enthusiast alike.

The definitive insight into the man behind Liverpool's Champions League 2019 victory Jurgen Klopp was confirmed as manager of Liverpool FC in October 2015 to a rapturous reception.

This is a practical and comprehensive guide for all soft pastel painting enthusiasts, from the beginner to the experienced artist.

A comprehensive guide to the fish--and to the tackle, flies, skills and techniques needed to catch it.

William Hill prize-winning author Donald McRae's brilliant account of the boxer who broke boxing's biggest taboo

In a new, practical format - the stunning book celebrating British wild flowers by award-winning garden writer Sarah Raven

A practical guide to all things wood fire, both indoors and out; packaged in an earthy, 'grow your own' style - perfect for the male gift market.

180 miles of cliff top, beach and cove around the magnificent Welsh coast, The Pembrokeshire Coast Path (Llwybr Arfordir Sir Benfro) is the 186-mile National Trail around Wales' s magnificent southern headland.

In its fully revised 2nd edition, this book provides the background needed for a fundamental understanding of biophysics, spanning the whole range of life from a biophysical view, from the molecular, cellular and organismic level to environmental factors.

Alligator hunters, mangroves, and the (mis)adventures of the Ashley Gang in the Florida Everglades.

The study of dinosaurs has been experiencing a remarkable renaissance over the past few decades. Scientific understanding of dinosaur anatomy, biology, and evolution has advanced to such a degree that paleontologists often know more about 100-million-year-old dinosaurs than many species of living organisms.

Overseas Press Club Award Winner 2016 A shocking investigative journey into the way the resource trade wreaks havoc on Africa, The Looting Machine explores the dark underbelly of the global economy.

New edition of Lynsey Hanley's ground-breaking Estates, with a new introduction from the author.