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Chris Yates, master story teller and expert fisherman

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Chris Yates, master story teller and expert fisherman

The Secret Carp by Chris Yates.

When he stumbled upon a long-neglected, overgrown lake holding some monster carp, Chris Yates knew that he had discovered the kind of place about which every carp angler dreams. He set about trying to catch the huge, elusive inhabitants with rod and line. It was a quest that was to reveal many insights into the secretive behaviour of this king of freshwater fish and bring him thrillingly into contact with his quarry.

Fishermen of all persuasions will enjoy this masterful angling chronicle.

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Innocent Victims is back in print in paperback

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Innocent Victims is back in print in paperback
Nandi, pictured on the book-jacket of this heart-warming account of Meryl Harrison's animal rescues, is just one of the many ordinary pet dogs she managed to save following Zimbabwe's farm invasions.

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Who's had their covid jab?!

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Who's had their covid jab?!

There are many people throughout history who's scientific contributions have made the world a better and healthier place. Among them is Gloucestershire born scientist, Edward Jenner. 

It Happened in Gloucestershire, by Phyllida Barstow, celebrates this counties contributions to Britain and to the world, through its history, people and places. 

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Hedgerow Medicine... If you think it's just a weed, you should think again!

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Hedgerow Medicine... If you think it's just a weed, you should think again!

Just a common weed... think again! You may be surprised to read about the 

dandelion in this book, yet it has many beneficial properties that can be used for both food and medicine. 

A double page spread is dedicated to this versatile and abundant plant. In Hedgerow Medicine

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George Allen & Unwin, A Remembrancer. Order Now: Last Remaining Special Editions

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George Allen & Unwin, A Remembrancer. Order Now: Last Remaining Special Editions

We are down to the last remaining special editions of 

George Allen & Unwin, A Remembrancer 

Handmade black slipcases made in partnership with artisan bookbinders, signed by the author's son Merlin Unwin. 

Email to order a special edition, or visit our website for trade copies. 

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