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When Steve Duno found a puppy - flea-bitten and emaciated - on a Californian roadside, he had no idea what he was letting himself in for. Lou, as he called the dog, was the offspring of marijuana farm guard dogs; a half-Rotweiller, half-Alsatian bundle of intelligence, loyalty, and mischief. This book tells their story.

Teaches about: the unfortunate collapse of the British empire; why Galapagos tortoises are all mental; France, reduced to the size of a small coconut; why Jeremy Paxman and the bass guitarist of AC/DC aren't so very different; the problems of being English; and God's most stupid creation. Then there are the cars.

Ollie was just about cured of his basketcase habits. The neurotic lurcher at last appeared to have his paws planted on the g...

Why and how is an earthquake set off? Is El Nino a climatic aberration? Why are some animals hermaphrodites? Why do carnivoro...

A journey through the natural history of Britain since its birth. This book chronicles the different periods in Britain's evolution, from the geology and geography to the flora and fauna that make up the diverse landscapes of the British Isles. Illustrated with 180 colour photographs, it also includes a gazetteer section.

Explains what rocks or minerals are how they are classified and how to start a collection. This book features 600 colour photographs of more than 500 specimens. It includes a visual key that illustrates the differences between igneous metamorphic and sedimentary rocks and guides readers to the correct rock entry.

First flown in 1936, the Spitfire soon came to symbolize Britain's defiance of Nazi Germany in the summer of 1940. Flown by pilots of many nations, it saw service as far afield as Australia and the Soviet Union. This work is a celebration of a great British invention, of the men and women who flew it, and supported its development.

The story of one man's uncommon experiences with a dog who was determined to have nothing whatsoever to do with him.

The Liverpool and Manchester Railway was the greatest engineering feat of its age. George and Robert Stephenson's "Rocket" was to become the most famous locomotive in history. William Huskisson was one of the greatest statesmen of his generation. On 15th September 1830, the three met.

Offers an insight into the special clothes worn by the presenters, a behind-the-scenes look at what the guest stars get up to off camera and some rejected ideas for one of "Top Gear"'s most famous tests.

A unique and hugely entertaining anthology of facts, amazing stories, snippets and lore about the birds, bugs and blooms of Britain.

One of Britain's favourite actors and star of Doc Martin writes touchingly about his life growing up with dogs and his search to discover their true nature.

A guide to understanding the training concepts involved in producing a supple, well-schooled horse or pony. It includes topics such as: educating the horse and rider; relaxation in the horse; balance and regularity; energy versus impulsion; bending and suppleness; and collection.

An advice manual on how to avoid common problems and accidents associated with riding and keeping horses and ponies. It covers topics such as: hard hats and protective clothing; handling tips, leading and tying up; riding out and road safety; and learning how to fall.

Looks at what a horse will ever need to know about its owner.

Fannie's due date for her kittens arrives and, in the time honoured tradition of cats and the best laid plans, unexpected problems arise. This book looks at what it is that makes cats tick. It is beautifully illustrated by the cat artist Peter Warner.

Good starter book....

A memoir of the author's fifteen years at Battersea Dogs Home, one of Britain's most-loved dogs' homes.

As Izzy settles down to life on Bedlam Farm, Jon is amazed that all signs of the troubled rescue dog who first arrived have disappeared. More than this, the Border collie demonstrates an uncanny sensitivity to, and tenderness towards, humans who are troubled or ill.

An eccentric insight into the often bizarre nature of the cat-human relationship, based on the funniest letters to be found in Celia Haddon's Daily Telegraph column.

This selection of festive poetry and prose features cats such as Beatrix Potter's Simpkin, out on a hungry errand for the Tailor of Gloucester, and cunning Tom Quartz, the White House cat. Cats are shown lying by the fire and out hunting in the wild, magical, snow-filled night.

Everything you need to know to start with rabbits....

Cats are experts at twisting us around their little paws. In Chats with Cats Celia Haddon explains cat language in all its p...

Part of a series of illustrated nature guides, this book covers the most common and attractive species of butterfly and day-flying moth found in Britain and Europe. Each species is illustrated and described in detail, and covers the life cycle of butterflies and moths as well as caterpillars.

Collins Dog Owner's Guides is a well-established series of superbly illustrated, practical books for pedigree dog owners. This is the perfect guide for any labrador lover.