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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.

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.

A fascinating read for all divers which contributes to a rich and continually revealing maritime history.

A powerful and truly shocking story of the fall of Kabul to the Taliban in August, 2021. It reveals the challenges, difficult decisions and conditions in Kabul during the horrific final days and the evacuation from Kabul airport.

Explores the achievements of some of Britain's most innovative engineers, traces the links betwen them and how their ideas collectively created 'modern Britain'. It's an engaging and profusely illustrated introduction to the men who made it all happen.

Inspiration for returning through the seasons to better appreciate the nature Edinburgh and the Lothians has to offer. Features carefully researched nature connection walks in and around Edinburgh.

Features histories of some great ships, including the two largest and most powerful ocean-going salvage tugs of the day. Includes the decline of the last shipbuilder at Leith and accounts of the industrial unrest and strife.

Peter Clutterbuck recounts his lifelong experience and love of adventure as he crosses oceans, mountain ranges and continents. This is an astonishing story of risk, jeopardy, achievement and wonder.

This consolidated reference book will be of immense value to maritime researchers, and anyone interested in shipping and maritime/military history.

A trade union and maritime history with lessons for today. It is also the story of how maritime professionals have worked together, across national borders, to develop specialist services and support and build pioneering methods of representation and negotiation in a globalised industry.

The autobiography of an individualistic, larger-than-life sailor who lived by his wits. An insightful and unusual look at the development of two navies - the Royal Navy 1889-1913, and the Royal Australian Navy 1913-22

Tanker concepts and safety procedures are explained in a clear and concise manner with enhanced graphics and relevant links to videos. It complies with all the learning objectives of the IMO's Advanced Oil Tanker Model Course.

This is the story of Bill Mitchell's life - a truly remarkable life of creativity and innovation. It is also a testament to the will to succeed against the odds.

Nature writing at its best - the narrative of a single journey from Lewis in the north to Vatersay in the south which reveals how heritage in this remote corner of Europe influences both art and craft.

A perfect book for anyone interested in solitary bees, beekeepers, and it is ideal for naturalists and everyone interested in wildlife in general.

This is a personal journey by sea kayak into the heart of the sea roads that make up our Scottish Highlands and islands. It's a story of enlightenment, an opening of heart and mind to the wonders and challenges of living and working on our remote Scottish Highland shores.

An overview of landscape change in the Scottish Highlands over the millennia and its continuing change. It analyses and challenges the common view that the Highlands were deforested by people.

This book provides an important addition to the conventional US/UK Cold War narrative and one section of the book deals with the visit of JFK's top advisor to Holy Loch - a story that's never been revealed before.