Gift Books & Treasury Collections

'Twas the Night before Mother's Day, Mum lay awake. The sense of excitement Was too much to take...' A hilarious poem and cartoons about a mother anticipating the joys of Mother's Day, from two outstanding Australian creators.

This beautiful collection brings together ten of the best-loved stories from the ballet.

From the co-author of the bestselling 'The Dangerous Book for Boys', this is a book of heroes, new and old, known and sadly forgotten, now to be glorified as they ought to be. From Captain Scott to Joe Simpson, from Douglas Bader to Ernest Shackleton, from Gertrude Bell to Emily Pankhurst, Conn Iggulden brings our great heroes from history back to life. Filled with the British sense of fair play and decency that made 'The Dangerous Book for Boys' so popular, 'The Dangerous Book of Heroes' celebrates those who fought for what is r... read more

Six Roald Dahl favourites come together in this very special boxed set. The six paperback titles in a slipcase are: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator Danny the Champion of the World George's Marvellous Medicine The BFG The Twits Complete with fun and fascinating extra material offering a sneak peek into the wonderful world of Dahl, this is a collection to treasure forever.

It's time to read the whole Star Wars story...Every fan's dream - take a journey through the entire Star Wars universe from thousands of years before Episode I to three decades after Episode VI and right up to the present day. Fascinating features, rare behind-the-scenes photos and pre-production drawings cover all six films in one epic guide. Meet the characters, explore profiles of the Jedis, Siths, rebels, and aliens. Revisit the movie storylines, then go beyond to the continued Star Wars adventures in comics, TV specials, and n... read more

Explore and celebrate the fascinating story of LEGO with this set of two books in a slipcase. In The Lego Book go behind the scenes and discover fascinating facts and trivia about LEGO. From manufacturing wooden toys to blockbuster video games explore the story of these much-loved toys and games. A fascinating timeline highlights key moments in LEGO history and special features spotlight groundbreaking achievements. The 96-page book Standing Small, by Nevin Martell is a celebration of thirty years of the LEGO mini-figure. ... read more

LEGO Star Wars sets were first released in 1999. All the characters, vehicles, settings and weapons of the movies are instantly recognisable, yet subtly different in coloured brick form. This visual dictionary celebrates the entire LEGO Star Wars history, and includes an illustrated timeline of every set produced, including the latest Clone War sets. The book is packed with every detail of the different sets with colour photographs of spaceships, vehicles, creatures, battle stations and weapons. There is also information on the d... read more

This delightful anthology of Spike Milligan's poems and stories for children includes : Silly verse for Kids A Book of Milliganimals The Bald Twit Lion Unspun Socks from a Chicken's Laundry Sir Nobonk Startling Verse for All the Family Illustrated throughout with Spike's own drawings and specially commissioned artworks, this is an ideal read-alone or read-aloud book for Spike fans of all ages. The lovely hardback editon includes a one-hour CD of the stories and poems read by Spike himself. This selection first published 1999.

One of the most original books in world literature, Lewis Carroll's tale of childhood whimsy has something to offer everyone with enough curiosity to follow Alice down the rabbit hole. This limited edition is distinguished by Iassen Ghuiselev's extraordinary illustrations, whose master stroke was to create one painting that tells the entire adventure. A tour de force of innovative book illustration and design and embellished with exquisite calligraphy, this is an essential addition to every Alice in Wonderland collection.

Containing six favorite Berenstain Bears tales, this storybook treasury is perfect for reading aloud or curling up alone. Full color.

This much-loved classic picture book follows the caterpillar's week while he eats through a range of foods in preparation for his hibernation and subsequent appearance as a beautiful butterfly. With its die-cut pages and holes to explore, this is a richly satisfying book for children. The cuddly caterpillar toy can be pushed through the giant holes as children follow this simple, hopeful story

Peter Pan is one of the best loved characters in children's literature - the boy who never grew up. This retold edition - abridged with the permission of the author is brought to life by classic pen and ink illustrations from award-winning Shirley Hughes. First published in 1925, this is a wonderfully-presented new hardcover edition.

If you or your spawn are looking for guidance about the right way to leave the family home, find ‘digs’, make friends, influence people, express yourself artistically, eat, drink, procreate, get ahead, and finally, die and be buried, then this darling compendium is the book for you. It is the latest offering from world-famous knowist Mrs Grace Lax, OBE.

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'Cappuccino Moments' offers examples of how every mother can delight in their kids.

Ever wished you'd paid more attention when Grandad replaced a washer, or changed the oil in the car, or hung a curtain rod? Here's another must-have household bible - the perfect companion volume to Tips from your Nana - to help with everyday tasks as well as the more fun stuff, like making home brew and elderberry wine. This time we look at Grandad's Number 8 wire hints: from car maintenance, to growing fruit trees, to replacing glass in a window. Grandad's pretty handy with a hammer too - he can bang together a coffee table, buil... read more

This is a beautifully illustrated anthology of Spike Milligan’s imaginative and hilarious stories for children. It includes such delightful poems and stories as ââÂÂÃ... read more

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The paisley red bandanna is as American as apple pie, baseball, and cowboys. But beyond the world of dude ranches and cattle rustling, how does one use this timeless accessory smartly and stylishly? Not only does The Bandanna Book offer 103 ideas ranging from function to fashion, it comes in a unique and fun package that includes the bandanna itself. That means fans can get creative immediately. Tie it on to spiff up puppy's appearance, wear it as a blindfold, turn it into an eye-catching luggage tag, or employ it as the ultimate d... read more

This is an utterly charming and lavish edition of the previously unpublished "J. Smith" by Fougasse from the Royal Collection. Published to coincide with the celebration of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, "J. Smith" by Fougasse is an astonishing and unique glimpse into royal life in the 1920s through the dolls' house of Queen Mary. Completed in 1924, the dolls' house was designed by renowned architect Sir Edwin Lutyens, with everything inside produced by the finest craftsmen and companies of the day that carried Royal warrants. One of... read more