Collection: Books - Adult Non-Fiction

The almost legendary palace of Chatsworth has been presided over by the same family for more than 450 years. Deborah, Duchess of Devonshire tells the story of the estate that surrounds it, taking readers on four fascinating walks and pointing out all the architectural curiosities.

These four plays: "Ion", "The Women of Troy", "Helen" and "The Bacchae" demonstrate Euripides' aim to understand the nature of the human soul and human society.

'Healing Reiki' is a technique that draws on a system of universal energy and can be used to treat acute and chronic conditions and bring about spiritual, mental and emotional well-being. This text offers advice and instruction on the art.

Horseracing is blessed with the richest of histories, but exactly what is it that make a horserace great? Every racing fan has their own view - and in 2005, the Racing Post decided to find out what its readers thought about the matter by asking them to vote for what they considered to be the grea...

The author recreates a bygone age with the use of colour 'photochrom' views of famous landmarks, as well as small towns and holiday spots. This book is a must for local historians, lovers of Victoriana, and those interested in the history of photography. The photochrom process is described.

A photographic journey across the continents and oceans, this work shows how our discoveries have continously expanded our notion of what a natural wonder is.

The attack on Utah Beach during the Normandy invasion was one of the most successful military operations ever undertaken, especially bearing in mind the complexities of such a massive air & seaborne assault. Joseph Balkoski describes the unfolding drama.

The King's Road in Chelsea was at the epicentre of 'swinging' London and later punk rock. This text charts its rise and fall and features some of the most famous people of the last 50 years as well as pivotal moments from the 1960s and 70s.