A fictional account of a walking tour of the English countryside, moving through space and time in a dream-like mode.

Agreeing that they suffer from the serious illness of "overwork," J., George, and Harris embark on a boating holiday along the River Thames.

This guide to the language differences between the United States and United Kingdom is “a fascinating collection full of all kinds of surprises” (Minneapolis Star Tribune).

Mark Twain's personal experiences and encounters during his global journey provided him with valuable material for this book, as he navigates through different countries and encounters a variety of cultures, leading to a rich narrative that ...

While no human institution has retreated as rapidly as monarchy in the modern period, the system's remarkable longevity invites us to weigh the significance of hierarchy, subordination and dependence as constants of the human experience." - ...

The Old Ways is the stunning new book by acclaimed nature writer Robert Macfarlane.Shortlisted for the Samuel Johnson prize 2012In The Old Ways Robert Macfarlane sets off from his Cambridge home to follow the ancient tracks, holloways, ...

Christine L. Corton tells the story of these epic London fogs, their dangers and beauty, and their lasting effects on our culture and imagination. “Engrossing and magnificently researched.

This ebook features an illustrated biography of Gerald Durrell including rare photos from the author’s estate.

This is the most authoritative and up-to-date dictionary of English place-names available in paperback.