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While we know that Bletchley was the centre of Britain's World War II code-breaking, how did its efforts actually change the course of the war? Enigma tells the story of Bletchley's role in assisting the Allied commanders to victory on the battlefield.

With 150 outstanding colour photographs, World War II Abandoned Places is a brilliant pictorial examination of both the military and non-military legacy of the greatest global conflict.

Aircraft of World War II details the design and specifications of 75 of the most important warplanes with three-view colour artworks of each aircraft along with a detailed account of the aircraft's development.

Written in the 6th century BC, Sun Tzu's The Art of War is still used as a book of military strategy today.

Presented in a pocket-sized landscape format and with captions explaining the story behind each photo, Veniceis a stunning collection of images that vividly brings to life this iconic city, from the canals and bridges to the world-class museums and palazzos.

Presented in a pocket-sized landscape format and with captions explaining the story behind each photo, Amsterdamis a stunning collection of images that vividly brings to life this iconic city, from the canals and bridges to the world-class museums and friendly neighbourhoods.

The Encyclopedia of Ancient Greece is a fascinating reference work, spanning both political history, society, war, culture, philosophy and mythology ranging from the founding of the Minoan civilization in the 3rd millennium BCE to the heights of the Athenian civilization in the 5th and 4th centuries BCE.

From the death of Julius Caesar to Nero, The Encyclopedia of the Roman Empire is an outstanding celebration of classical antiquity. Ranging from farming to architecture, Rome's Catacombs to Hadrian's Wall, and from assassinations to the Barbarian invasions, the book expertly explores the history of the Roman Empire at its peak.

Illustrated with more than 250 outstanding photographs, Wild Animals presents an in-depth look at the natural world's most deadly, endangered or just plain strange creatures, from poisonous spiders to aggressive caimans and man-eating sharks.

Submarines features 300 key submarines from the US Civil War to the present. Each vessel featured is illustrated with an artwork and its development and service history, as well as specifications giving displacement, dimensions, performance, date of launch and armament presented in a handy pocket size.

Battleships and Carriers features 300 key capital ships from the age of sail to the present. Each vessel featured is illustrated with an artwork and a brief account of its development and service history, as well as a specifications table giving displacement, dimensions, performance, date of launch and armament presented in a handy pocket size.

Illustrated with 180 photographs with detailed captions explaining their history and often ghostly past, Graveyards is a vivid pictorial exploration of the best-known, most-haunted and quirkiest burial places in the world today.

Discover more about Robert the Bruce and other unforgettable figures that made Scotland the great nation it is today. Through fascinating images and expert text, A History of Scotland takes you through each decade of Scotland's varied and dramatic past up to the present day.

Featuring more than 350 entries, Encyclopedia of Military Aircraft is a complete reference work on the most important fighters, bombers, interceptors, reconnaissance planes, seaplanes, helicopters and drones from the early 20th century to the present.

Arranged in chapters covering the different types of breeds, Encyclopedia of Dogs is a hugely informative visual celebration of man's best friend. With fascinating captions on every page, even dog lovers will learn something new.

Arranged in chapters covering shorthair and longhair cats, *Encyclopedia of Cats *features a huge range of breeds from all around the world. From Siamese to Russian Blue, Manx to American Bobtail, Burmese to Bombay, the book expertly explores and celebrates this most beloved pet.

With detailed captions explaining the origins, habitat, and behavior of these fascinating species, Crocodiles, Alligators & Lizards is a vivid pictorial guide in brilliant photographs. Divided by continent, Crocodiles, Alligators & Lizards introduces the American alligator, the black caiman, the frilled lizard, and much more.

With detailed captions explaining the origins, habitat, and behavior of these noble creatures, Wild Horses provides a vivid pictorial introduction in brilliant photographs. Divided by continent, the book celebrates these last untamed examples of an animal species that has served humankind so well over many millennia. Learn about Przewalski's horse, a breed with a 20,000-year lineage that runs wild today on the grasslands of Hungary and marvel at the Namib Desert horse, thought to be the only feral horse living in Africa, and which has evolved to survive up to 72 hours without water in the dry desert conditions.

Mushrooms provides a concise guide to the world's major mushrooms and toadstools. Each entry includes details of the fungi's main features, such as the shape and colour of the cap, the gills and the stem, plus details of the mushroom's typical environment and whether it is poisonous or edible.

Illustrated with photographs and instructive artwork and including expert advice throughout, SAS and Special Forces Self-Defence is a comprehensive guide for both men and women. In this book, the author teaches you strategies for both avoiding conflict and getting out of a dangerous situation quickly and safely. Learn how mental attitude, body language, assertiveness, and the ability to overcome fear can prevent you from becoming a prime target for criminals. Learn which parts of the body are the most effective weapons in fending off an attacker, and which are the most likely targets for attack. Defend yourself from sudden grabs, strangles, weapons, and road rage.

With the aid of 232 detailed line drawings, Aircraft Anatomy shows how a wide selection of military aircraft were built - both inside and out. From WWII to the present day, each drawing is annotated with an exhaustive key, alongside photographs and specifications: an invaluable reference guide for anyone interested in how aircraft work.

In 170 vibrant photographs, Spain celebrates the landscapes, lifestyle and culture of the jewel of southwestern Europe, from the stunning architecture of Andalucia to the rugged coastline of Galicia, the Castilian plain and the hedonism of the Balearic Islands.