This book, generously illustrated with key pages from the publication and comparative works, tells the human, artistic, economic and technical stories of the birth of the First Folio and the birth of Shakespeare's towering reputation.
A stunningly packaged anthology of writings and artwork by noted wood engraver Clare Leighton, including beautifully reproduced extracts and a detailed introduction to the... Læs mere
A collection of 366 witty and fascinating facts, events and stories about language, for every day of the year (with one extra for leap years).
A celebration of the art of handwriting, introducing famous writers, scientists and historical figures through documents written by their own hands.
A charming, humorous guide on nighttime manners for married couples, first published in the 1930s.
A beautifully packaged collection of 400 sayings, riddles and aphorisms from the ancient and medieval world.
A fascinating and authoritative collection of essays examining the varied adaptations of and responses to Chaucer’s work.
A celebration of pioneering Victorian photographer Julia Margaret Cameron, and the artistic connection between her poetry and her photography.
A beautifully illustrated book on the Kennicott Bible, a remarkable example of Medieval Jewish book art.
A stunning facsimile of the 1932 edition of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night illustrated by Eric Ravilious.
A charming guide to the potato, first published in 1918, covering everything from practical advice on how to grow potatoes to their origins and history.