From the Chelsea Flower Show, the Glyndebourne Festival and Glorious Goodwood to Royal Ascot, the Henley Royal Regatta and Wimbledon, the British Season is a social minefield – and who better to guide you through the ettiquette, dress codes and insider tips than Her Ladyship?
In this amusing yet practical guide to modern manners, Her Ladyship offers invaluable advice on every aspect of etiquette, both royal and everyday so you will never again worry about awkward or embarrassing encounters.
Sunday Times bestselling author Caroline Taggart brings her usual gently humorous approach to punctuation, pointing out what really matters and what doesn't.
Humble Pie and Cold Turkey is an engaging historical exploration of the bizarre words and phrases that are sprinkled throughout the English Language. Designed to be easily accessible, this digestible book informs and entertains the budding linguist in equal measure.
Accompanied by colour destination photographs and illustrations, mainly from the British Library Collections, this book is sure to inspire real travel and vicarious vacations alike.
Following in the tradition of the British Library Philosophy of … series, this full-colour book explores the fascinating and diverse influences on our Christmas celebrations.... Læs mere
The author of The Philosophy of Christmas creates another 'stocking filler' for the festive season, telling the story of boardgames from ancient Egyptian tombs to modern... Læs mere
Her Ladyship's guide to speaking and writing better English. Wherever you are, whatever the company, good English will always stand you in good stead.
My Grammar and I offers amusing examples of awful grammar while steering you in the direction of grammatical greatness. Refreshing everything you should have learnt... Læs mere
Macabre, obscure, and hauntingly beautiful words from both English and beyond-this collection reveals the origins, meanings, and stories behind words that chill, intrigue, and delight.