A humane, thoughtful and yet clear-eyed history of people with learning disabilities since 1700.
Explores for the first time what John Ruskin drew, rather than wrote.
The superstitions, marvels, fantasies and experiments of twins.
The first history in English of sushi, a global sensation
An engaging account of foie gras, a luxurious yet controversial ingredient.
An exploration of Oscar Wilde’s self-creation as a ‘work of art’.
A fully up-to-date view of the remarkable cosmic objects, asteroids.
A beautifully illustrated account of the botanical and cultural faces of the ash tree.
An analysis of the extraordinary films and life of Werner Herzog.
A fragrant, unpredictable ramble through the world of cut flowers.
A history of the sweet treats jam, jelly and marmalade.
A rich and revealing account of the ancient, enigmatic Aztec civilization.