Gift books

The exquisite sound of a lone chorister singing Once in Royal David s City amid the candlelit chapel of King s College, Cambridge, marks the start of the Christmas festivities for millions of people round the globe.

Whether you re planning a party to watch the latest episode, need a showstopping cake that s bigger on the inside, or want a taste of the TARDIS at teatime, this is the ultimate collection of dishes from across space and time.

The rhythmic lullaby of North Utsire, South Utsire has been lulling the nation s insomniacs to sleep for over 90 years.

Along with the fine art of queuing and proper tea, talking about the weather is the essence of Britishness.

'For me, the word "e;bloom"e; encapsulates the idea that anything is possible when you put your mind to it.

Dear God, what is it like in your funny little brains?

'Dear Mr.

Are you having a bad day?

Learn something new about yourself today.

Want to know how to garden with lobsters?

William Shakespeare, dad of three, knew a few things about parenting.

You found Wally - hallelujah!

Have you ever felt that celebrity chefs just aren t as useful as they could be?

What are the little things that make life worth living?

Have you ever watched a man angling in the rain, building a shelter when there s a bed waiting for him at home or peeing as high as he can up a wall?

For more than a decade, Guy Atkins has collected postcards sent by the Edwardians.

Have you ever wondered how Simon Cowell developed the Midas touch?

The incredible stories of 100 perfumes from a whole century of scents.

***AS READ ON BBC RADIO 4***Travel the night sky and discover the stories in the stars.

A fascinating guide to decoding the secret language of the churches of England through the medieval carved markings and personal etchings found on our church walls from archaeologist Matthew Champion.

Say stuffing balls to Christmas and survive the festive season with The Funny Christmas Stocking Filler BookGuaranteed to entertain and amuse, this book contains everything you need to get you from the turkey to the Queen s speech!

In this beautiful follow-up to Our Garden Birds, Our Songbirds and Our Woodland Birds, street artist Matt Sewell captures the world s most evocative bird: the owl.

Life doesn t come with an instruction manual.

Over the decades, London has become a diverse landscape for all forms of graffiti and street art.

London is packed with pubs, but finding a really good one is not always easy.

There s a new threat in town and it s only twelve inches tall.

Four fabulous, smart, savvy French women offer up their highly amusing insider take on Parisian life, love and liberty.

In the never ending streams of traffic and the choking fumes of pollution this book gives the average cycle enthusiast or, indeed novice, a collection of quotes, sayings and proverbs on even more reasons why one should get on their bike.

This book contains a lovely collection of fretwork patterns.

This little book contains information on making dainty gifts for ladies.

BEST BOOKS OF 2021: SPORT WATERSTONES SELECTION Cracking.

BEST BOOKS OF 2021: SPORT WATERSTONES SELECTION Cracking.

FEATURED IN THE SCOTSMAN'S SPORT BOOKS OF 2020A collection of lyrical sweet-nothings whispered to late goals, local radio commentators, referees falling over and 47 other reminders of why we love football.

FEATURED IN THE SCOTSMAN'S SPORT BOOKS OF 2020A collection of lyrical sweet-nothings whispered to late goals, local radio commentators, referees falling over and 47 other reminders of why we love football.

"e;Excellent"e; The Times"e;Kevin's immense knowledge shines on every page.

"e;Excellent"e; The Times"e;Kevin's immense knowledge shines on every page.

An illustrated edition of the classic book of cricketing advice.

An illustrated edition of the classic book of cricketing advice.

An illustrated edition of the classic book of golf advice first published in 1925.

An illustrated edition of the classic book of golf advice first published in 1925.

Our view of football will never be the same again Written by a world-respected football historian, this football history/gift title reveals the global game's greatest myths and untruths.

Our view of football will never be the same again Written by a world-respected football historian, this football history/gift title reveals the global game's greatest myths and untruths.

A witty and expertly compiled compendium of running wisdom and humour.

A witty and expertly compiled compendium of running wisdom and humour.

The Thames is unique, emerging as a small stream in idyllic countryside and growing into the country's largest river, passing through some of the world's most iconic urban environments.

'At last, the definitive guide to football phraseology across the world.

'At last, the definitive guide to football phraseology across the world.

'hilarious' Cycling WeeklyA delightful celebration of cycling from renowned cartoonist and multiple-bike owner Dave Walker.

'hilarious' Cycling WeeklyA delightful celebration of cycling from renowned cartoonist and multiple-bike owner Dave Walker.

Overpaid players.