The countryside, towns, and cities of Britain are full of churches. They represent some of the most iconic, beautiful, and occasionally bizarre buildings in the country. They have a lot to say about our history, our art and our ideas. But how do you read them? Through charming illustrations, 'Rice's Church Primer' reveals the basic grammar and vocabulary of church architecture throughout the United Kingdom.

Fully illustrated with over 300 photographs and maps, this title presents stories about every aspect of church architecture from bells and mazes, to maidens' garlands and stained glass sundials, vamping horns and wooden effigies. It is intended for those who love visiting churches and want to know more.

Useful for owners of Edwardian and Inter-war houses, this work offers advice on renovation, restoration, fault-finding, repair, and maintenance. Topics covered include: historical background and description of dwelling types; constructional anatomy of Edwardian and Inter-war houses; alterations and improvements; and more.

Sefton is one of the most variegated boroughs in the land. It encompasses two former boroughs: industrial seaport Bootle at one end and at the other the genteel seaside resort of Southport. In between stretches beautiful coastline, home to 6 links courses including championship Birkdale. The rural hinterland is the setting for grand country houses and for the tiny village of Sefton that gives its name to the borough. Join Hugh Hollinghurst as he looks...

This one-of-a-kind book shows you how to use Photoshop to turn CAD drawings and BIM models into artistic presentations with captivating animations, videos, and dynamic 3D imagery.

Filled with hundreds of colour photographs, this text celebrates the spirit of the English seaside - brightly decorated beach huts, elaborate promenade benches, strange 1930's shelters, the facades of ice cream parlours.

This is not just a fantastic book about the Beatles. It is also a unique document of the 60s - a great big slice of rock music heritage. It documents the Beatles when they were at their peak: at their world-conquering best. And it does so through the eyes of 500 of their fans, all telling their personal tales of when they saw the Beatles live in concert - both in the UK and the US.

When the first edition of this dictionary was published, it revolutionised the study of architecture. This updated third edition adds a fund of new information, including entries on 60 previously unrecorded architects, and many new facts and dates.

In the Islamic tradition, a garden is a shaded place for rest and reflection and gardens play a central role in everyday life in the Islamic world. Monty Don and acclaimed photographer, Derry Moore, set off on a journey to find out how a very different culture and climate has influenced garden design. Their journey starts in the historical and stunning gardens of Andalucia before heading east to the beating heart of Islam: Turkey, Iran and India....

From the earliest Pagan sites to modern urban cemeteries, burial grounds have always enjoyed a sacred, protected status in the history of society. Consequently they have become tranquil oases in which wildlife can flourish - a microcosm of the natural habitat long since disappeared from the surrounding area. In 'Earth to Earth', Professor Stefan Buczacki uncovers the wild animals and plants that thrive amongst the headstones, from the graveyard beetle...