A beautifully illustrated survey of Ukraine’s rich history through the perspective of the festive season and its traditions – music, gifts, food and decorations.
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For nine decades the site of creativity, innovation and technical excellence, this is the story of the legendary studio and many seminal moments in music history.
Entertaining survey of a variety of seismic, landmark first nights, across a range of performative arts, which explores how individual artists can shape and change the course of our cultural history.
The story of the revolutionary impact of the legendary dancers, actors, musicians and artists who worked under the inspired direction of the Russian impressario.
An entertaining look at our patriotic impulses to follow our national team and the ever present promises of either humiliation or triumph since the first international fixture.
Using previously unpublished material from the archive of the American Film Institute this is a colourful history from the silent era to the present told by insiders.
An insider’s view of one of the world’s great musical meeting places – the late night BBC show where musicians are brought together to listen and perform.
Atmospheric collection of pieces recounting the author’s nocturnal rambles through the seasons, attuned to the sights, sounds and scents of the natural world after dark.
Imaginatively curated anthology ofmodern poems, each one accompanied by an illuminating commentary and reflections on nuance and meaning.
Elegant mini essays which urge the reader to pay close attention to the beauty and magic of the natural world and the significance of animals in our culture.
Revealing the astonishing effect that planting just a single tree can give in boosting biodiversity. Includes advice and care notes.
Great fun to be had testing your knowledge of the UK’s railway system and enjoying a cornucopia of colourful and enlightening facts, figures and anecdotes.
Inspiring call for ethical living and decision making by a young moral philosopher arguing for the immediate need to address and prioritise global issues.
Handsomely illustrated exploration of cold water traditions in Scandinavia by a specialist in metabolism who argues for the benefits of taking the plunge all year round.