In this richly illustrated work, watch expert Herbert James recounts the exciting histories and notable moments of the 23 most famous watch brands in the world and the histories of their most legendary models, with more than 290 wristwatches included. In this updated edition, the list of luxury watchmakers, with names such as A. Lange & Söhne or Blancpain, Breitling, Cartier, and Glashütte Original through to Rolex and Zenith, has been expanded to include the IWC, Longines, and Tudor brands. The 272 pages of this handbook offer fascinating insights into international watch culture.
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James Herbert was a towering figure in British and global thriller and horror fiction. His innovative style masterfully blended horror and thriller elements, delving into the shadowed territories of evil to evoke a brooding menace and escalating tension. His widely translated works achieved worldwide acclaim, solidifying his reputation as a writer of depth and originality whose novels became classics of the genre.







- 2023
- 2014
Rolex highlights
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
No Swiss watch brand has a more powerful reputation than Rolex. The name has long been synonymous with luxury watches of enormous prestige and the highest quality. Since the Genevan manufacturer's founding by Hans Wilsdorf in 1908, these precious timepieces have become coveted around the world. In this overview, become acquainted with Rolex's exciting history, which has been almost constantly characterized by success and expansion. At the same time, examine the highlights of the most important models, primarily from the current collection, presented here in detailed images with complete technical specifications and accurate prices. This compact volume is a fine starting point for the novice collector and an efficient guide for the aficionado.
- 2013
Patek Philippe Highlights
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
A young rebel named Antoni Norbert Patek de Prawdzic fled war-torn Poland in 1832 and embarked upon a career path that led him to watchmaker Jean-Adrien Philippe, inventor of the revolutionary built-in crown winding mechanism. In the 160 years since the pair founded Patek Philippe, the line has remained, without a doubt, one of the most traditional and noble watch manufacturers in the world. This illustrated book couples the most exclusive and beautiful timepieces the Genevan brand has ever manufactured with informative history and alluring photographs. Featured inside are several of the most popular examples from three of the company's outstanding watch families: the uncomplicated but cherished Calatrava collection, the groundbreaking sports line Nautilus, and the cross-generational Gondolo family. Each watch is accompanied by a complete list of technical specifications. This book is an essential acquisition for both casual fans and long-time connoisseurs of the brand.
- 2013
Ash
- 704 pages
- 25 hours of reading
Ghosts and conspiracy theories, enter the horrifying world created by James Herbert.
- 2012
The Dark
- 442 pages
- 16 hours of reading
As it feeds off human souls, who will stop the darkness from destroying mankind?
- 2010
The Rats
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading
This horror story brings one of humanity's most potent fears to terrifying life, as the after effects of an atomic blast produce a race of super-rats who subjugate the common species and then turn on man.
- 2006
The Secret of Crickley Hall
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
"There is an old, empty house in Devil's Cleave, a deep gorge that leads from the high moors down to the harbour village of Hollow Bay. The house is Crickley Hall and it's large and grim, somehow foreboding. It's rumoured to be haunted. It's thought to hold a secret." "Despite some reservations, the Caleighs move in, searching for respite in this beautiful part of North Devon, seeking peace and perhaps to come to terms with what's happened to them as a family. But all is not well with the house. They hear unaccountable noises. A cellar door they shut every night is always open again in the morning. They see things that cannot be real." "The house is the last place the Caleighs should have come to, for the terror that unfolds is beyond belief. Soon they will discover the secret horror of Crickley Hall."--BOOK JACKET.
- 2003
Nobody true
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
A disembodied spirit seeks the person who killed him and dismembered the body.
- 2001
Once...
- 470 pages
- 17 hours of reading
Partially incapacitated by a stroke, Thom Kincaid travels back to the wooded land where he grew up to recuperate. Surrounded by the comforts of Castle Bracken, Thom plans to relive old, forgotten memories. But his return stirs an ancient evil, one cloaked in the guise of a friend. His only chance for survival lies in a world in which he no longer believes.