Larkswood
- 448 pages
- 16 hours of reading
Spanning three generations, Larkswood is a sweeping historical novel that tells the dark secrets of a family torn apart
Valerie Mendes Book order (chronological)
Valerie Mendes possesses a lifelong passion for storytelling, crafting compelling narratives across various genres. Her works are characterized by a deep understanding of human nature and intricate character interplays. Transitioning from journalism and publishing to a full-time writing career, Mendes cultivates a distinctive style that draws readers into both historical settings and contemporary dilemmas. Her ability to capture emotion and render vivid characters makes her books truly memorable.
400 Years of Fashion
- 184 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Presenting the history of fashion, this title tells the story of men's and women's fashionable dress. It features over 200 illustrations which show clothes for different occasions, and also includes various fashion accessories.
Fashion Since 1900
- 312 pages
- 11 hours of reading
This comprehensive survey traces significant fashion developments from 1900 to today, covering styles from Belle Epoque tea gowns to Dior's 'New Look' and modern fashion blogs. Updated with a new chapter, it discusses the Internet's impact, emerging fashion hubs in India and China, and the pluralistic, multicultural nature of contemporary fashion.
Ladybird English: First Dictionary
- 25 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Contains words by Valerie Mendes and pictures by John Lobban.This first picture dictionary is for young people learning English. It contains 138 illustrations of the most useful everyday words, each clearly labelled, which provide an easy-to-remember introduction to the English alphabet and a first English vocabulary. Also listed are numbers 1-20, the days of the week and the months of the year. Advice and notes for parents and teachers is included.
Everyday english
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading