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The Hamlyn Classic Recipes series is a celebratory collection of some of the most admired chefs the world has to offer - noteworthy not only for their pioneering approach to food, but also for their dependable, uncomplicated and trustworthy recipes.Elisabeth Luard is an award-winning food-writer, journalist and broadcaster, and a renowned authority on authentic Spanish cooking. Why not fill your home with the heady aromas and bold flavours of the Spanish kitchen, with delicious recipes passed down from generation to generation. In this cookbook, she shares over 75 of her finest recipes, honouring the simplicity and freshness of Spanish food.Discover the art of achieving fresh and vibrant flavours through seamless, yet exquisite techniques that define Spanish cooking. These recipes are organised into five chapters:Chapter 1: TapasChilli-roasted Chickpeas; Chicken Croquettes; White GazpachoChapter 2: Meats & PoultryBreaded Escalopes; Mincemeat with Saffron and Raisins; Quail with Parsley and Garlic SauceChapter 3: Fish & ShellfishSeafood Paella; Cuttlefish with Broad Beans; Swordfish Steaks with Garlic SauceChapter 4: Vegetables & AccompanimentsBraised Aubergines; Grilled Asparagus with Parsley Salsa; Flageolets with ChorizoChapter 5: Desserts & CakesCustard Fritters; Spiced Almond Shortbreads; Madeira Cake with Olive OilWith stunning images to inspire your culinary journey, this masterful collection invites both novice and experienced cooks to explore the rich traditional tapestry of Spanish cuisine. From the secret to the best Patatas Bravas to timeless dishes such as Gazpacho and Tortilla Española, this Spanish cookbook will help you recreate a classic feast at home.Discover the joy of Spanish cooking with Elisabeth Luard's Classic Spanish Recipes.

The Hamlyn Classic Recipes series is a celebratory collection of some of the most admired chefs the world has to offer - noteworthy not only for their pioneering approach to food, but also for their dependable, uncomplicated and trustworthy recipes.Chetna Makan is the queen of Indian home cooking. First introduced to us on The Great British Bake Off, Chetna has since authored several successful cookbooks, combining her inventive flavours with a love of simple Indian cooking. In this cookbook, she shares over 75 of her finest recipes, honouring the simplicity and freshness of Indian food.Discover the art of achieving fresh and vibrant flavours through smooth, yet intricate techniques that define Indian cooking. These recipes are organized into five chapters:Chapter 1: Meats & PoultryChettinad Chicken; Cardamom-flavoured Lamb Patties; Kashmiri Chicken CurryChapter 2: FishAmritsari Fish; Marathi Salmon Curry; Pickled PrawnsChapter 3: VegetablesVegetable Biryani; Kashmiri Spinach; Okra from JaipurChapter 4: Small Dishes & AccompanimentsCucumber Yoghurt Salad; Indian Sweet Naan; Coriander ChutneyChapter 5: DessertsGround Rice Pudding; Chilli Hot Chocolate; Semolina BiscuitsWith stunning images to inspire your culinary journey, this masterful collection invites both novice and experienced cooks to explore the rich, traditional tapestry of Indian cuisine. From the secret to the best Dal papdi chaat to timeless dishes such as Spicy garlic-ginger chicken and Okra masala, this Indian cookbook will help you recreate a classic Indian feast at home.Discover the joy of Indian cooking with Chetna Makan's Classic Indian Recipes.

The Hamlyn Classic Recipes series is a celebratory collection of some of the most admired chefs the world has to offer - noteworthy not only for their pioneering approach to food, but also for their dependable, uncomplicated and trustworthy recipes.Anna Del Conte is one of the greatest living experts on Italian food. Both Nigella and Delia cite her as their favourite Italian food writer and her culinary expertise has been acknowledged with countless awards. In this cookbook, she shares over 75 of her finest recipes, honouring the simplicity and freshness of Italian food.Discover the art of achieving fresh and vibrant flavours through effortless, yet refined techniques that define Italian cooking. These recipes are organised into five chapters:Chapter 1: AntipastiBruschetta; Stuffed Mussels; Focaccia with RosemaryChapter 2: PrimiRisotto with Mussels; Trofie with Pesto; Spaghetti alla PuttanescaChapter 3: SecondiSteamed Sea Bass with Salsa Verde; Rabbit in Sweet-and-sour Sauce; Cuttlefish stewed in WineChapter 4: ContorniBroccoli Sauteed in Oil and Garlic; Peas with Prosciutto; Stewed Artichokes and Broad BeansChapter 5: DolciTiramisu; Peaches stuffed with Amaretti; Panna CottaWith stunning images to inspire your culinary journey, this masterful collection invites both novice and experienced cooks to explore the rich traditional tapestry of Italian cuisine. From the secret to the best Bucatini with pancetta to timeless dishes such as Beef braised in Barola and Calamari stuffed with rice, parsley and garlic, this Italian cookbook will help you recreate a classic feast at home.Discover the joy of Italian cooking with Anna Del Conte's Classic Italian Recipes.

The Hamlyn Classic Recipes series is a celebratory collection of some of the most admired chefs the world has to offer - noteworthy not only for their pioneering approach to food, but also for their dependable, uncomplicated and trustworthy recipes.Ken Hom is regarded as the world's leading authority on Chinese cookery. In this cookbook, he shares over 75 of his finest recipes, honouring the simplicity and freshness of Chinese food.Discover the art of achieving fresh and vibrant flavours through simple, yet sophisticated techniques that define Chinese cooking, with majority of the ingredients sourced in your local supermarkets. These recipes are organised into six chapters:Chapter 1: SoupsBeancurd Spinach Soup; Wonton Soup; Minced Beef and Rice Noodles in SoupChapter 2: MeatsStir-fried Pork with Bean Sprouts; Stewed Pork Spareribs; Orange-flavoured BeefChapter 3: PoultryPeking Duck and Flour Pancakes; Sichuan Cold Chicken Salad; Chicken in Black Bean SauceChapter 4: FishStir-fried Prawns with Peas; Red-cooked Fish; Sichuan Scallops with Whole GarlicChapter 5: VegetablesBeijing Pan-fried Beancurd; Stir-fried Pak Choi; Crispy 'Seaweed'Chapter 6: Rice & NoodlesStir-fried Egg Noodles; Beef Fried Rice; Chicken and Rice CasseroleWith stunning images to inspire your culinary journey, this masterful collection invites both novice and experienced cooks to explore the rich, traditional tapestry of Chinese cuisine. From the secret to the best Wonton Soup to timeless dishes such as Sichuan Chicken and Spicy Braised Fish, this Chinese cookbook will help you recreate a classic feast at home.Discover the joy of Chinese cooking with Ken Hom's Classic Chinese Recipes.

The rich history of New England is captured in enduring works by writers including Herman Melville, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Sarah Orne Jewett, Louisa May Alcott and more. From the icy waters of Vermont's Lake Champlain to the freezing tidal depths of coastal Maine; from New Hampshire's rocky hills to Connecticut's stone-walled roads, New England is a microcosm of the American landscape. In a country of proud regionalism, the Yankee spirit stands out in its variegated character and, of course, its rich history. This colorful tapestry of people and place has shaped the literature of New England. Be they tall tales told over the cracker barrel or misty lamentations on love and God, the spectrum of the New England story provides a unique insight on the American soul, and a surprise at the turn of every page. Classic New England Stories is certain to renew New Englanders' love for their small corner of the world and draw them back home from the comfort of their armchairs.

Fifteen gripping tales of determination, strength of mind, perseverance, and fortitude.Although survival is often taken for granted - something every human strives to achieve on a daily basis - it is just this everyday imperative that makes for the most exciting stories. When something goes wrong, when survival is threatened, often by something as simple and sudden as a boat overturning or a traveler losing his way, this is when the necessity of survival is no longer just another daily chore. This is when something as intrinsic as breathing or swallowing becomes the most essential need and the most sought-after desire.Great American Survival Stories includes contributions from Jack London, Theodore Roosevelt, John Wesley Powell, Owen Chase, John Muir, Osborne Russell, Stephen Crane, Francis Parkman, Henry David Thoreau, Richard Henry Dana Jr., and others.

A superb collection of stories that captures the very soul of hunting. For hunters, listening to the accounts of kindred spirits recalling the drama and action that go with good days afield ranks among life's most pleasurable activities. Here, then, are some of the best hunting tales ever written, stories that sweep from charging lions in the African bush to mountain goats in the mountain crags of the Rockies; from the gallant bird dogs of the Southern pinelands to the great Western hunts of Theodore Roosevelt. Great American Hunting Stories captures the very soul of hunting. With contributions from: Theodore Roosevelt, Nash Buckingham, Archibald Rutledge, Zane Grey, Lieutenant Townsend Whelen, Harold McCracken, Irvin S. Cobb, Edwin Main Post, Horace Kephart, Francis Parkman ,William T. Hornaday, Sc.D, Rex Beach, and more.

Dogs serve us, adore us, entertain us, work for and with us, but most of all they warm our hearts. An homage to our canine companions, Great American Dog Stories presents a collection of enduring tales penned by an impressive array of authors. These are stories to laugh, weep, and shake your head over, knowing that the nature of dogs (and their human friends) has not altered in all the years since these stories were first written. Exemplars of unconditional love, dogs offer companionship without complaint and loyalty without a price.Whether these stories make you laugh or cry, they will also make you appreciate our most loyal friends. Great American Dog Stories is a rich treasury, filled with tales of unforgettable dogs, that will make a perfect gift for any dog lover.With contributions from:Marshall Saunders •⊂ Georgiana M. Craik •⊂ O. Henry •⊂ R. E. Raspe •⊂ Jack London •⊂ Bret Harte •⊂ Ernest Thompson Seton •⊂ Stephen Crane •⊂ Saki •⊂ Arthur Quiller-Couch •⊂ Lucia ChamberlainRush C. Hawkins •⊂ Albert Payson Terhune •⊂ Jerome K. Jerome E. Somerville and Martin Ross •⊂ Alfred Ollivant

A collection of great war stories!Here is a jumbo book of tales of courage and valor: 37 stories in all. * Our Classics and Greatest Stories series have a proven track record* Readers love tales of honor, courage, and valor* We have successfully re-launched the Greatest Stories series with Special Ops and Snipers * Unlike other books that focus on one war or conflict, this includes tales from more than 250 years of warfare in North America In War Stories, editor Lamar Underwood has pulled together some of the finest writings about war-fighting that capture readers imaginations. It includes legendary tales from the French and Indian Wars, the Civil War, the Great War, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and Iraq – more than 250 years of warfare from colonial times up through the present day. This unforgettable collection includes stories by: *Baron Manfred Von Richthofen *Christina Olds *Randy Zahn *Eddie Rickenbacker *William “Buffalo Bill” Cody *Stephen Crane *Michael Lee Lanning *Blake Stillwell *General Custer, and many others.

Recapture the golden era of golf with these amazing, historic tales.

Step into the world of timeless mysteries with Classic Detective Stories, an illustrated collection of 10 beloved detective tales, expertly re-imagined for young readers. Featuring iconic mysteries from the likes of Sherlock Holmes, this collection invites children to embark on thrilling investigations and unravel intriguing mysteries. Lia Visirin’s vibrant illustrations bring each story to life, creating an immersive experience for young mystery enthusiasts and fostering their love for classic literature.Stories included: The Hound of the Baskervilles; The Sign of the Four; Father Brown and the Blue Cross; The Benson Murder Case; The House Without a Key; The Murders In The Rue Morgue; Moonstone; The Black Pearl; The Golden Slipper; Hunted Down.Suitable for ages 8+

Dracula. Frankenstein. Sleepy Hollow. And more . . . Literature’s most frightening classic novels re-adapted (and slightly sweetened) for all goosebumps-loving big kids.Tender care has been given to honouring and capturing key elements of each narrative, including their most suspenseful moments (yet not their gory ones). Each tale brought vividly to life through the remarkable illustrations of Victor Medina.Suitable for ages 8+

Filled with brave adventurers from literary masterpieces, this anthology includes 10 iconic adventure stories, including Treasure Island, The Jungle Book, The Three Musketeers, and more! With simplified, engaging plots tailored for young readers, this set of meticulously-curated adventure stories is the perfect introduction to classic literature. Unique illustrations capture the readers' imagination in this stimulating addition to the Classic Tales series. Perfect for curious minds who love fantastical journeys and engaging storytelling!Kid-Friendly Adventure: These carefully-curated stories are designed to captivate and introduce classic stories to young minds.Meet Iconic Characters: Introduce young readers to famous adventurers from classic literature.Perfect for Shared Reading: Short stories are an ideal length for story times at home or in the classroom.A Menu of Story Options: With 10 amazing stories, you’ll always have plenty to choose from, and when you’ve gone through them all, go back and reread the favourites!Part of the Classic Tales Series: Joins other adapted classic stories, including Classic Scary Tales and Classic Detective Stories.Vivid Illustrations: Beautifully illustrated stories that make the reading more immersive and stimulating.Age 8 plus.