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This luxurious hardback anthology brings together 15 classic ghost stories by some of the genre's most acclaimed writers, presented in a beautiful gift edition with gilded page edges. This ghoulish collection is a perfect companion for lovers of the paranormal, featuring classic tales from Golden Age of the ghost story. Inside you will find haunted mansions, dark crypts, vengeful curses, silent specters and other supernatural delights of the genre, artfully conjured by the likes of Edgar Allan Poe, Sheridan Le Fanu and M. R. James. Stories include: - 'The Oval Portrait' by Edgar Allan Poe - 'The Wailing Well' by M. R. James - 'The Withered Arm' by Thomas Hardy - 'Afterward' by Edith Wharton - 'A Ghost' by Guy de Maupassant > This beautiful collection is presented with silver gilded page edges, ivory paper and wonderfully gothic endpaper illustrations, making it a wonderful gift for any horror lover. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Gilded Classics series presents luxury gift editions of classics works, printed on opulent ivory paper, featuring hardcover Wibilin binding, foil-embossed cover designs, beautifully designed end-papers and gilded page edges. These make perfect collectibles for lovers of classic literature.

"There is nothing more deceptive than an obvious fact". - Sherlock Holmes, The Boscombe Valley Mystery Sherlock Holmes is in possession of a pack of cards that once belonged to his diabolical nemesis Professor Moriarty. Is his nemesis back from the dead? Or is this all an elaborate trick left behind to plague the great detective? Can you decode the secrets to find out? Join Holmes and his ever-loyal assistant Dr John Watson as you attempt to solve the over 40 intriguing mysteries. With hidden messages, mysterious conundrums, and all manner of puzzles to solve you'll need to hone your own powers of logic and deduction to solve the puzzles that wait within! These narrative puzzles are accompanied by delightful illustrations inspired by the original Sherlock Holmes tales, recreating the cosy Victorian charm that the stories are so loved for. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Classic Conundrums series brings together mind-bending narrative puzzles inspired by classic figures from history and literature, from ancient antiquity to modern greats.

Budding artists can master the art of figure drawing with this practical guide to drawing people, written by expert anatomical drawing educator Jennifer Crouch. Beautifully illustrated with more than 200 illustrations, Life Drawing is a comprehensive guide to creating beautiful figurative art. Sections include: - Shape and form- Tone and texture- Pose, posture and expression- The structure of hands, lower limbs, feet and the head>Whether a total beginner or looking to improve your technique, this book is the perfect reference guide for drawing people.

Bestselling astrology author Marion Williamson reveals the secrets of your Moon sign and how to harness its strengths in this beautifully illustrated, full-color hardback guide. You may be familiar with your Sun sign - the part of your birthchart that affects your ego and the face your show to the outside world. However, your Moon signs reflects your private, intuitive self and inner desires. This insightful book gives you the tools to understand what your Moon sign means about you, including your moods, longings, fears and the motivations that guide you. If you want to know yourself well, or are compelled to understand the people around you, the Moon offers a swell of dynamic psychological insight that unlocks the door to the authentic person within. Includes: - Sun and moon combinations - What you're attracted to in others - Your fears and emotional responses> Offering uncanny insight into your inner world, this book serves a wonderful tool for self-reflection, personal growth, and harnessing the energies of the moon signs to create a fulfilling life aligned with the universe's rhythms.

This beautifully illustrated, full-color hardback is the ultimate guide to crystal healing, with an A-Z directory of 200 crystals and how to incorporate them in your daily life. From green quartz for stress reduction, to tanzanite to improve your energy, crystals can be used in countless ways to boost your health and wellbeing. This practical guide teachers you how to use crystals in daily life. From mystical properties to shape variations and crystal grids, this is an in-depth look into this fascinating subject. With section of physical and emotional healing for yourself and other, you can master this powerful practice. Includes: - Using crystal pendulums in healing- How to make elixirs with suitable crystals- Which crystal to choose for your zodiac sign>Photographs, illustrations and diagrams are used throughout to help you identify crystals and put their uses into practice. It's the perfect companion for anyone interested in how crystal healing can improve your health and happiness.

Renowned natural history author, Marianne Taylor, reveals mysteries of the ancient Earth, from the origins of life to the reign of the dinosaurs and the ice age, in a fascinating 3.8 billion year history. This beautiful, full-color hardback guide explores the diversity of life on Earth in the time before humans came to dominate the planet. Learn how species rose, fell, and evolved as they adapted to a changing climate and the varied ecosystems that arose. Discover the five mass extinction events and how life rose again despite the challenges. Explore the majesty of the dinosaurs and the fascinating ancestors of the many animals that we know and love today. Includes: - Paleozoic: marine life, the first plants, coral reefs, trilobites- Mesozoic: dinosaurs and other reptiles, the first birds, the breakup of Pangaea>The text is brought to life by superb full-color photos, charts, maps and infographics to reveal the early history of the planet in all its splendor. A fascinating guide to the world which can be enjoyed by the whole family. ABOUT THE SERIES: Sirius' Discovering... series brings together spectacular hardback guides which explore the science behind our world, brought to life by eye-catching photography.

"With the latest developments in scanning electron microscopy, the miniature world has now been revealed to us in never-before-seen detail. With accomplished science writer Marianne Taylor as your guide, you will learn about the microbes that are at the heart of the world's ecosystems, the composition of minerals, the structure of cells in the human body, and much more besides."--Provided by publisher.

I can't stand it to think my life is going so fast and I'm not really living it. In the dazzling lights of 1920s Paris, falling in love comes easily. Jake Barnes and Lady Brett Ashley are part of the Lost Generation, disillusioned by the tragedies of World War I and seeking immediate pleasures. They begin an all-consuming love affair that leads them to the Spanish city of Pamplona, with its invigorating bullfights and gaudy matadors. But is their love as fleeting as the fiesta? The Sun Also Rises was Hemingway's first novel and one of his best. Beautifully told, this heart-rending story is the quintessential novel of the 'roaring twenties' - a decade at once thrilling and tragic as a generation desperately search for meaning in the wake of World War I.

Written by certified Master in Chinese Astrology, Kay Tom, this luxurious silkbound, gold-embossed guide is a wonderful exploration of this unique astrological system, beautifully presented in a decorative slipcase. People may be familiar with the celebrations around Chinese New Year and how the year is devoted to one of twelve animal zodiacs, but these signs are also combined with a 60-year calendar and the five elements of metal, wood, water, fire and earth to form a fascinating and unique system that gives insight into people's characters and considers how they will be affected during different years of the calendar's cycle. Drawing on the principles of yin and yang and the Chinese philosophical theory of the three harmonies, this fascinating work is a wonderful introduction to the subject. Beautifully illustrated with exquisite full-color Chinese artworks throughout.

Explore the fascinating world of Economics through its 50 essential ideas, brought to life with vivid, full-color graphics, illuminating diagrams, and engaging feature boxes in this highly-visual hardback guide. How do labor markets work? Is it better to aim for inflation or full employment? How can developing countries escape the poverty trap? In this accessible and entertaining guide, readers can explore the key questions and theories that top economists have sought to answer, and gain valuable insights into the complex world of economics. Ranging from demand and supply to globalization and international trade to game theory, and featuring ideas from such esteemed economists as Adam Smith, John Maynard Keynes and Milton Friedman, this essential guide will bring you up to speed on the core themes and theories of this great subject and help you form your own opinions. ABOUT THE SERIES: The 50 Essential Ideas series brings together entertaining, highly visual guides to different disciplines, from philosophy to physics. It explores the subject's 50 greatest ideas, giving readers an accessible overview of its defining theories and breakthroughs.

From electromagneticm to dark matter, this eye-catching hardback guide explores the fascinating world of physics through its 50 essential ideas, brought to life with vivid graphics, illuminating diagrams, and engaging feature boxes. Physics forms the basis of our understanding of the fundamental nature of the universe. From the particles that make up matter to the forces that govern their interactions, physics is at the heart of everything that happens. In this beautifully illustrated book, Robert Snedden introduces you to the fascinating world of physics and its greatest practitioners. Ranging from gravity to thermodynamics to quantum physics and relativity and featuring ideas from such esteemed physicists as Isaac Newton, James Clerk Maxwell and Albert Einstein, this essential guide will bring you up to speed on the core themes and theories of this great subject. ABOUT THE SERIES: The 50 Essential Ideas series brings together entertaining, highly visual guides to different disciplines, from philosophy to physics. It explores the subject's 50 greatest ideas, giving readers an accessible overview of its defining theories and breakthroughs.

The ideal coloring book for plant lovers, The Houseplants Coloring Book celebrates our obsession with bringing nature into our homes. Filled with wonderful examples of houseplants - from lush monstera and cascading spider plants to elegant orchids and prickly cacti - coloring enthusiasts will love the opportunity to bring these delightful scenes and plant images vividly to life as they add color to the outlines that have been specially produced just for this book. An index of plants names is included to find your favorites and discover new species. - Includes 45 designs - Printed on thick, high-quality paper - The images appear on single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through> A perfect gift for yourself or any plant lover. ABOUT THE SERIES: The bestselling Sirius Creative Coloring series brings together delightful coloring books designed to relax the mind and inspire creativity. Printed on thick, high-quality paper, these bold and beautiful artworks present a wonderful coloring challenge.

Mandala and floral designs combine in this delightful coloring book, creating the ultimate relaxation experience. Both mandalas and flowers are inherently meditative, with beautifully repeating patterns that are rich in detail. In this book, David Woodroffe has created more than 60 unique designs based on this combination, which results in some of the most beautiful designs for coloring enthusiasts to enjoy and from which they can take inspiration. Simply select your pencils or felt tips and bring these designs to life with color. - Includes 60 designs - Printed on thick, high-quality paper - The images appear on single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through> ABOUT THE SERIES: The bestselling Sirius Creative Coloring series brings together delightful coloring books designed to relax the mind and inspire creativity. Printed on thick, high-quality paper, these bold and beautiful artworks present a wonderful coloring challenge.

Discover the healing properties of crystals in this elegant gold-embossed guide, which shines a light on these beautiful healing allies. With shamanic and Feng Shui elements, this enlightening book goes beyond the usual scope of crystal guides and allows the reader to discover new ways of using crystals in their homes and for their wellbeing. Choosing a shorter list of the most vital crystals to use, the reader will be able to build their own healing kit for everyday use. Calming full-color images will highlight the serene beauty of these healing gems. ABOUT THE SERIES: Elements is a series of spiritual development titles, each focusing on different aspects of healing and divination. Written by a variety of experts, these beautifully illustrated hardbacks are the perfect entryway into ancient spiritual practices.

This beautiful gold-embossed hardback will introduce the chakra system and its transformative healing potential, written by Holistic Therapist Sahar Huneidi-Palmer. With a comprehensive explanation of how energy interacts in the human body, readers will gain the tools they need to take control of their personal journey towards wellness. This guide goes beyond physical healing and delves into the realms of spiritual development and emotional growth. By gaining awareness of our energy centers and the corresponding qualities, we can gain valuable insights into our thought patterns and behaviors, and take steps to realign them with our highest aspirations. By taking charge of our own healing and becoming accountable for our well-being, we can begin to live a life that is true to our purpose and brings us joy and fulfillment. With beautiful, full-color images and illustrations, this book is a wonderful guide on how chakra healing can boost your happiness and wellbeing. ABOUT THE SERIES: Elements is a series of spiritual development titles, each focusing on different aspects of healing and divination. Written by a variety of experts, these beautifully illustrated hardbacks are the perfect entryway into ancient spiritual practices.

Over the millennia, the great thinkers of the world have sought to come up with rules for how to live better lives, how to govern better and how to understand the world around us. This fascinating guide introduces readers to many core philosophical ideas, featuring full-color diagrams and illustrations to help make even the most complex ideas accessible to everyone. Includes: - The different schools of philosophy which have held sway over the years- The most influential philosophers in history- The key concepts in every area ranging from ethics to metaphysics to epistemology

The human mind can often seem mysterious yet there are patterns to our behavior and laws governing the biology of the brain that psychologists have long sought to understand. From the ways we learn to our social interactions and our unique personalities, psychologists have developed valuable insights into the principles and rules that shape our minds. This fascinating introduction to the world of psychology is replete with full-color diagrams and illustrations to help make even the most complex ideas accessible to everyone. In this book you will learn about: - the different approaches to psychology which have held sway over the years- the most influential psychologists ranging from Wilhelm Wundt to Sigmund Freud and Ivan Pavlov- the key concepts in every area ranging from behavioral psychology to developmental psychology to social psychology

Homo Sapiens tells the story of the species from its earliest evolutions through the development of the first civilizations up to the industrial and information revolutions that have shaped the modern age. William Potter's thrilling new account asks us to reconsider our traditional notions of history by examining the power of the environment, the influence of language, the ideas that have transformed society, the power of transformative technology, and much, much more. Filled with beautiful full-color illustrations throughout and helpful easy-to-read information panels, Homo Sapiens presents the history of the species in a bold and brilliant new fashion.

Relax and unleash your creativity with this adorable kitten coloring book. Inside you'll find over 60 cute and cuddly illustrations of kittens in a variety of poses and settings. From playful kittens chasing butterflies to snoozing kittens curled up in a ball, each page is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. This coloring book is perfect for cat lovers of all ages, and is a great way to unwind after a long day. So grab your markers, pencils or crayons and let your creativity run wild as you bring these adorable kittens to life in your own unique way. - Includes 60 designs - Printed on thick, high-quality paper>ABOUT THE SERIES: The bestselling Sirius Creative Coloring series brings together delightful coloring books designed to relax the mind and inspire creativity. Printed on thick, high-quality paper, these bold and beautiful artworks present a wonderful coloring challenge.

This coloring book is filled with beautiful, dream-like imagery, inviting artists to explore an imaginative world while improving their artistic skills in a relaxing way. From snoozing cats to moonlit nights and fantastical unicorns, this calming coloring book is full of images that will capture the blissful state of a night of dreaming. Whether you want to practice mindful coloring before going to bed, or want a way to relax during the day, this collection offers a wealth of peaceful images to sooth the mind and encourage a restful night's sleep. - Includes 60 designs- Printed on thick, high-quality paper- The images appear on single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through>ABOUT THE SERIES: The bestselling Sirius Creative Coloring series brings together delightful coloring books designed to relax the mind and inspire creativity. Printed on thick, high-quality paper, these bold and beautiful artworks present a wonderful coloring challenge.

A perfect introduction for students and laypeople alike, this book provides you with the key information you would find in a psychology course in an easily digestible format. Filled with flow charts, infographics, and suggestions for further reading, this book makes understanding the human mind easier than ever. Including the theories of Francis Galton, Sigmund Freud, Ivan Pavlov, and many more, it covers the whole range of psychological research. By the time you finish reading this book, you will be able to answer questions such as: - How do we learn?- Do groups make better decisions than individuals?- How do we study the living brain?- What are the components of personality?

This beautiful hardback guide introduces the ancient tradition of Druidry and its modern day practices. Druidry is a spiritual movement of Celtic tradition which offers a spiritual path through reconnection with the green Earth. Their teachings seek above all the cultivation of wisdom, creativity and love, and embrace the connection between every living creature on earth. This book introduces its practices with hands-on rites and rituals that you can do yourself. It is elegantly presented with a gold-embossed cover design and full-color illustrations, making a perfect gift. ABOUT THE SERIES: Elements is a series of spiritual development titles, each focusing on different aspects of healing and divination. Written by a variety of experts, these beautifully illustrated hardbacks are the perfect entryway into ancient spiritual practices.

In this illustrated account of the bloodiest war fought on American soil, civil war expert Brooks Simpson recounts the events of the war from the opening salvo at Fort Sumter through the battlefields of Gettysburg and Shiloh to the Confederate surrender at Appomattox Court House. This gripping retelling brings to life the realities of the war and the people who lived through it. It explains how the politics around slavery led to an unbridgeable divide between North and South and examines the strategies that led to the Union's eventual victory in 1865. Featuring photographs, feature spreads and profiles of key generals and strategists, this book provides an accessible and fascinating account of this tragic conflict.

This sleek lidded box is packed with all sorts of ways to boost your brain power, including puzzle cards, a puzzle book and a press-out Tangram. Give your brain a great workout with these immensely satisfying brain-teasers, including logic puzzles, Tangrams and memory games. You can even challenge your family and friends to a battle of the minds! This varied and interesting selection of brain-boosting challenges makes a great gift for anyone who wants to keep their mind sharp. Includes: - 48 puzzle cards - Boost Your IQ puzzle book > ABOUT THE SERIES Learn hobbies, solve puzzles and play games with Sirius Leisure Kits. Each kit contains a book and card deck enclosed in an attractive lidded box, making it perfect for gifting.

This handsome foil accented hardcover brings together 23 chilling tales by landmark gothic writers, including Edgar Allan Poe, Mary Shelley, Sheridan Le Fanu, Sir Walter Scott and many more. > This collection brings together the very best within the genre, featuring crumbling castles, chilling cathedrals, and haunted manors as their eerie settings. Supernatural terrors lurk around every corner. Includes: - The Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe - The Yellow Wall-paper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman - Berenice by Edgar Allan Poe - The Invisible Girl by Mary Shelley>This wonderful collectible edition with striking red and silver foil accents is sure to terrify and entertain in equal measure. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Classic Mysteries and Marvels series brings together thrilling short stories from classic fiction, including spine-chilling ghost stories, gripping detective fiction and cosmic horror. These hardback anthologies with foil accented cover designs make wonderful gifts for any classic lover.

Father Brown is one of the best-loved sleuths from Golden Age of detective fiction. This handsome hardback edition collects four of his classic cases, presented with a deluxe foil accented cover design. Hiding behind his genial appearance, this priest-come-detective has a razor-sharp mind. Through his experience as a confessor, Father Brown has gained has an intrinsic knowledge of humanity's capacity for evil which makes him an expert at solving crimes. This gifted sleuth uses intuition over scientific method, putting himself in the shoes and minds of the criminals he seeks. Stories include: ? The Resurrection of Father Brown ? The Oracle of the Dog ? The Mirror of the Magistrate >Finding new popularity through its recent exposure on Netflix, Father Brown's crime-solving adventures remain as compelling now as they ever were. This complete and unabridged edition is the perfect companion title to Father Brown Short Stories. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Classic Mysteries and Marvels series brings together thrilling short stories from classic fiction, including spine-chilling ghost stories, gripping detective fiction and cosmic horror. These hardback anthologies with foil accented cover designs make wonderful gifts for any classic lover.

This handsome hardback with foil accents brings together the celebrated short stories of F. Scott Fitzgerald - one of the greatest American writers of the 20th century. An icon of the Jazz Age, Fitzgerald's tales combine the excitement of the new opportunities the 1920s brought with a tinge of melancholy recalling the Lost Generation who had fought in World War I. By turns humorous, breathtaking and thoughtful, the stories in this collection rightly deserve their reputation as classics. This collection includes such famous stories as: - Bernice Bobs Her Hair - May Day - The Curious Case of Benjamin Button - The Diamond as Big as the Ritz>ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Classic Mysteries and Marvels series brings together thrilling short stories from classic fiction, including spine-chilling ghost stories, gripping detective fiction and cosmic horror. These hardback anthologies with foil accented cover designs make wonderful gifts for any classic lover.

Enter the evocative world of Victorian London and Sherlock Holmes with this entertaining card and book set, contained in a sleek lidded box. Sherlock Holmes has come into possession of a pack of cards that once belonged to his diabolical nemesis Professor Moriarty, but what secrets do they hide? Is his long believed dead antagonist back? Or is this all just a wild goose chase left behind by the Professor to torment the great detective? Join Sherlock and his loyal companion Dr. John Watson as they attempt to solve the puzzles concealed within and discover what Moriarty has truly hidden inside. Each conundrum on the cards corresponds to a narrative puzzle in the book. You may attempt to solve the card alone or read the story to gain a hint or two to help you along the way. With mathematical mysteries, hidden messages, and all manner of clever conundrums to solve you'll need to hone your own powers of logic and deduction to solve the puzzles that wait within! Includes: - A set of 50 cards>ABOUT THE SERIES Learn hobbies, solve puzzles and play games with Sirius Leisure Kits. Each kit contains a book and card deck enclosed in an attractive lidded box, making it perfect for gifting.

This highly visual, full-color guide contains everything you can learn in an Economics degree, made accessible and entertaining by economics expert Elaine Schwartz. Packed with flow diagrams, infographics, pull-out features and handy timelines, this book makes learning the subject easier than ever. It covers the whole breadth of the subject at degree level, covering market equilibrium, economic policy, comparative development and more. It also includes profiles of prominent economists, including Adam Smith, John Maynard Keynes and Einor Ostrom, and the contributions they have made to economic theory. By the time you finish this book, you will be able to answer questions such as: - How do supply and demand work?- What is monetary policy?- Is GDP the best measure of success?>A Degree in a Book: Economics is perfect for both students and those wishing to know how economics has played its part in constructing the world in which we live. ABOUT THE SERIES: The A Degree in a Book series covers a variety of fascinating subjects at degree level. Written by experts in their fields, these highly visual guides feature flow diagrams, infographics, handy timelines, information boxes, feature spreads and margin annotations, allowing readers to get to grips with complex topics in no time.