Trains have played an important role in shaping lives, changing geography, and writing history. Whether you pine for the romantic age of the steam engine, thrill at the speeds of today's super-fast trains, dream of traveling on the world's great long-distance rail journeys, or yearn to take the "Toy Train" to Darjeeling, this book offers a fantastic, whistle-stop tour of train travel.
Dive into this visually inspired, fun, and insightful guide to the United Kingdom, past and present, packed full of historical highlights from the dark days of ancient Britain to the lightning-fast Age of Information. Discover the stomach-churning scope of Henry VIII's voluminous diet, learn about the intricate anatomy of a Spitfire, and improve your understanding of the mind-boggling phenomenon that is the British weather. These and many more fascinating facts are presented in this beautifully designed infographic guide to the best bits of Britain!
What makes a man? Forget the tired old rules about what a man should or shouldn't be. Life's just too short. Being a man is meant to be fun, thrilling and fulfilling. But there's no harm in a few handy ideas to help you up your game - a style tip here, a life hack there, some adventures to boost your bucket list, even a recipe or two (for the barbecue and beyond). Man Stuff contains all this priceless wisdom and more, including a look at classic male hobbies like sport and technology as well as sound advice on health and fitness. Dive in and decide for yourself what kind of man you might be.