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Accurate and detailed step-by-step guidance on the design and construction of a wide range of timber staircases The only book that both describes and demonstrates every technique, skill and project Features the 'Rise & Going Calculator' - a colourful, easy-to-read chart which aids stair calculations

Major new text which provides the state-of-the-art on laser scanning technology. Includes a wide range of applications.

The first comprehensive and accessible account of the lifecycle and ecology of this fascinating bird. It provides up-to-date information on the geographical status and habitat requirements for the continued survival of this iconic bird species.

Considers a number of issues affecting ungulates and their management in different parts of Europe and evaluates effective management solutions. Draws on expertise from across Europe with a truly multi-national list of international experts in the field. Provides an up-to-date synthesis of topics and an authoritative review of literature.

New softback edition of the acclaimed historical biiography. Read about Jean Gordon's involvement in many ofthe well-known adventures of Mary, Queen of Scots, and how she survived theintrigue of the Queen's court

A shocking but true African story that will change readers' perceptions. Travel with the author to the South African bush in search of the teenage girl who caused the death of 40,000 of her own people in 1856. How and why?

Explores the extraordinary range of monuments and memorials to be found in Scotland. Covers over 500 monuments and memorials which range from follies to fountains and from delicate sundials to colossal statues of long-dead aristocracy.

As a sequel to the earlier Life in Lethinnis, this book provides a further series of stories about life on a remote West Highland croft.

A compelling history of the lives of five Scottish medical explorers set in the context of British dominance in exploration. It opens a new and enlightening window on this great era of exploration.

One of the best untold stories in the true crime/con artist genre. It features glamorous crime, intrigue, plot twists and a fascinating insight into life in Edwardian Britain.

Antarctic exploration after the heroic years of Scott, Shackleton and Mawsom but before the technological age. It interweaves a personal story of discovery in Antarctica in the '60s with the lives and deaths of those who were tragically lost and the creation of monuments to them.

A celebration of one of Britain's finest-ever bird artists and field ornithologists. Covers all aspects of Donald Watson's life from childhood through to his long residence in St John's Town of Dalry in Galloway.

This compelling new biography features the life and character of one of the most accomplished yet astonishingly unknown personalities of the Scottish Enlightenment.

A beautifully illustrated book that will be of especial relevance and appeal to anyone with an interest in ships and sailing vessels, carving and maritime and social history.

The term rewilding has become part of the common vernacular and with it has come a lot of misunderstanding and even misuse. This is an informed insight into the challenges and possible solutions, showing what can be achieved by individuals.

A highly personal account of time spent in nature and the life-affirming benefits it brings. An introduction to the main habitats found in Galloway and its wildlife.

An accessible, but in-depth, study of the relationships that exist between two of our favourite things, trees and birds. Discover this complex partnership and marvel at the wonders of Nature.

The most up-to-date and complete history and analysis of sea serpents. It brings a modern naturalist's eye to the most famous case histories and proposes new and radical explanations.

A comprehensive guide to all elements of the tenement structure, also advocating good maintenance practice. An accessible and informative handbook for all.

Classic Scottish fiction. Gunn's last novel and a contemplation of life, death and tragedies that inexplicably occur.

Classic Scottish fiction by Neil M. Gunn. Unusually for Gunn, this is a thriller with an urban setting but with a relevance to events of today.