Collection: Adult Non Fiction

'The Great Escapers' charts the story through the experiences of those who lived under the sweeping searchlights of ominous watchtowers, ending with the eight remaining men who broke out that March night 60 years ago - the last of the Great Escapees.

Many people yearn to become published writers but publishers complain of the poor quality manuscripts they receive. There are a substantial number of novice writers who are making avoidable mistakes. In this book you will learn how to start writing & become your own best critic, how to deal with ...

Written by the authors of the bestselling S/NVQ Early Years Care and Education resources, this candidate handbook contains everything students need to succeed in the S/NVQ children's care, learning and development, level 2.

An authoritative text supporting the newcomer to karate with all they need to know, up to black belt level. It is packed with clear photographs detailing techniques and kata (the combinations of techniques students need to master to progress through the belts).

The authors chronicle the murder investigation that led to the imprisonment of the Wests. The text explores the court processes, the complications of Rose West's trial, her unsuccessful appeal and the difficulty of dealing with witnesses in such a traumatic case.

Audrey Hepburn was more than a movie star, more than a style icon. She considered her most important role to be wife and mother. In this memoir Sean Hepburn Ferrer remembers their life together. This is the story of her life from her childhood during World War II to her work for the United Nations.

A genealogical photo expert reveals methods for using visual clues in photographs to correctly date them, identify people depicted in them, and gain insight into family history.

Making genealogy easy and accessible to everyone, this guide is packed with useful information and presents a common-sense approach, advising on everything from websites to war records, how to organise research and the joy of piecing it all together.

Using accurate contemporary sketches and engravings, 'Brave Men's Blood' is a comprehensive account of the 1879 Anglo-Zulu War. It covers all the major campaigns and examines the role of colonial troops as well as Zulu strategy and tactics.

'Planting for Colour' explores what colour can add to your garden and how to achieve the effect you require. It discusses the multitude of ways to put colour together, demonstrates how colour can change the sense of space, suggest coolness and warmth, and create different moods.