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The Herb Dispensary
Discover the powerful, magickal properties of herbs in this practical A–Z guide for modern witches. Whether you're looking to attract abundance, banish negativity, or invite love into your life, The Herb Dispensary shows you how to harness the vibrational energy of herbs to manifest your desires. Arranged alphabetically for ease of use, this beautifully presented hardback is a must-have addition to any witch’s bookshelf. Building on the success of The Witch-ionary and The Spell Dispensary, this latest installment in the Magickal Library focuses on the magickal – rather than medicinal – uses of herbs. Featuring spells, rituals, and recipes for magickal herbs and plants, this book makes herb magick accessible, empowering and fun. Written by Deb Robinson of the popular subscription box Witch Casket with a dedicated online following and direct connections to the WitchTok community, The Herb Dispensary offers modern guidance grounded in traditional wisdom. A clear A–Z structure makes the book easy to navigate and consult at a glanceFocuses on the spiritual and magickal uses of herbs, with practical rituals and spellworkCreated by renowned witch, and popular witchcraft influencer, at the heart of the online witchcraft community. Empower your witchcraft practice – tap into the magick of herbs and transform your life with The Herb Dispensary.
Mercedes-Benz: the Amg Cars
From small-time tuner to global automotive legend – this is the ultimate guide to the Mercedes-AMG story. Explore the thrilling history of AMG, the performance brand that transformed Mercedes-Benz from a symbol of refined luxury into a fierce motorsport competitor and producer of some of the most desirable performance vehicles on the planet. Written by renowned automotive historian Brian Long, Mercedes-Benz: The AMG Cars charts the full journey from the brand’s unofficial beginnings to its modern-day status as an icon of high-performance engineering. Discover how two ex-Mercedes engineers, Hans-Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher, began handcrafting race engines in a garage, and how their tiny operation became a global performance powerhouse. With deep dives into key models like the AMG Hammer, groundbreaking moments in DTM and Group C racing, and the official tie-up with Mercedes-Benz that reshaped the brand’s future, this is a comprehensive year-by-year chronicle of a unique automotive evolution. The book covers:The full story of AMG’s independent era and its 1990s transition into official Mercedes-Benz partnershipAll production AMG models from 1993 to 2024, presented in chronological chaptersLegendary engines, tuning techniques, and motorsport triumphsRare and obscure models alongside the most celebrated iconsHundreds of colour images, advertisements, and catalogue shots (over 660 visuals)With expert insights, rare images, and rich historical detail, this book is essential reading for Mercedes fans, collectors, and motoring enthusiasts alike. Get ready to experience the full-throttle story of the three-letter badge that changed Mercedes-Benz forever.
SKoda Octavia
Škoda Octavia: The Story of a Czechoslovakian Automotive IconStep into the remarkable history of Czechoslovakian car design through the lens of the Škoda Octavia – a rare Eastern European automobile that stood shoulder to shoulder with Western contemporaries like the Ford Anglia and Triumph Herald. First launched in 1959, the Octavia became a symbol of mass car ownership in Czechoslovakia, with over 360,000 units rolling off the production line. Crafted from quality materials and engineered with precision, the Octavia quickly earned a reputation for reliability, economy, and performance, making it a trusted companion for countless families. Despite political obstacles, including interference from the Communist Party, Škoda’s engineers delivered a vehicle that not only met everyday needs but also made a mark in motorsport – claiming Monte Carlo Rally victories from 1961 to 1963. Beyond the racetrack, the Octavia’s technical brilliance and durability cemented its place as a national icon. It continued to excel in domestic rallies, often outperforming formidable rivals like the Russian Lada. Richly illustrated with photographs, engineering drawings, and technical tables, the story offers an in-depth look at the Octavia’s design, political backdrop, and enduring legacy – an essential read for classic car enthusiasts and anyone captivated by Eastern European automotive heritage.
Maiden, Warrior, Mother, Crone
A journey through the archetypes of Goddesses and mythic figures
In every woman’s life, there are moments of strength and vulnerability, passion and pain, joy and despair. What if these emotions are not just passing states, but powerful teachers waiting to guide us through our most difficult experiences? Maiden, Warrior, Mother, Croneexplores through original retellings of the timeless stories of mythic figures and goddesses from around the world can help you embrace your deepest feelings, reclaim your power, and find meaning in life’s challenges.
This book reveals how these divine figures are more than symbols—they are mirrors of the inner wisdom we carry, and companions for every stage of life.
• Transform Pain into Power: Learn how goddesses like Persephone and Lilith show us that grief, rage, and exile are not signs of weakness but pathways to strength, growth, and transformation.
• Embrace the Fullness of Your Emotions: From the fiery warrior to the enigmatic crone, discover how each archetype helps you connect with powerful, yet often overlooked aspects of your own emotional landscape.
•Practical Exercises for Empowerment: Engage with journaling prompts and meditations that bring the wisdom of the goddesses into your everyday life. Spanning mythologies from the East to the West, Maiden, Warrior, Mother, Croneexplores the stories of iconic figures like Eve, Medusa, Inanna, and more.
Whether you're seeking healing, guidance, or simply a deeper connection to your own divine feminine energy, Maiden, Warrior, Mother, Croneis your invitation to step into a world where myth meets reality, and the strength of the goddesses becomes a living, breathing part of you.
Embrace the archetypes. Own your power. Discover the goddess within.
Tildas Seasonal Ideas Collection
Tilda's Spring Ideas, Tilda's Summer Ideas and Tilda's Winter Ideas presented in one beautiful collector's volume for Tilda fans everywhere. Enjoy the best of Tilda throughout the seasons with this wonderful collection of sewing and papercrafting projects by world-famous designer Tone Finnanger, all made using gorgeous Tilda fabrics and embellishments. Inside you'll find patterns and step-by-step instructions for angel dolls and a range of adorable outfits, bags and purses, soft toys, garlands and cushions, storage boxes, notebooks and cards, table decorations, pretty accessories and unique DIY gifts - taking you from the first buds of spring up right to the festive season. The projects are accompanied by clear instructions, beautiful photographs, colour illustrations and full-size templates, making them perfect for crafters of all abilities.
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21,95 €
Uffizi art, history, collections
A lasting historical record and easily accessible guide that is equally useful to the expert and the cultured tourist. The book is divided into chapters accompanied by superbly clear descriptions, splendid illustrations and brief supplementary biographies of the great masters. The works of art are listed with all the information essential to the scholar (location within the gallery, name of artist, iconographic subject, dating, technique, dimensions and inventory number). All the artists and all the works can be easily consulted in the comprehensive indices arranged in alphabetical order. Not only are the works present on the usual tourist itinerary illustrated but the book also clarifies the history of the museum, the role played by the Medici family, and the nature of the gallery, which is a magnificent anthology of great Italian and European art.
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23,95 €
Leonardo da Vinci: The Complete Works
Leonardo Da Vinci is considered to be one of the greatest painters of all time and perhaps the most diversely talented person ever to have lived, responsible for the Mona Lisa, The Last Supper, The Madonna of the Carnation and Vitruvian Man. Leonardo was an Italian Renaissance polymath: painter, sculptor, architect, musician, scientist, mathematician, engineer, inventor, anatomist, geologist, cartographer, botanist, and writer, and this captivating book provides the reader with a unique insight into the life and work of one of history's most intriguing figures. All of Leonardo Da Vinci's work is presented in this compact volume - from his paintings and frescos, to detailed reproductions of his remarkable encrypted notebooks. As well as featuring each individual artwork, sections of each are shown in isolation to reveal incredible details - for example, the different levels of perspective between the background sections of the Mona Lisa, and the disembodied hand in The Last Supper. 640 pages of colour artworks and photographs of Da Vinci's original notebooks, accompanied by fascinating biographical and historical details are here.
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16,60 €
The Knitter's Bible: Knitted Bags
This is a collection of over 25 gorgeous knitted bags for every occasion, from cool and casual to smart and stylish. Styles vary from a basic beginners bag and cute little pouches to practical tote bags, roomy back packs and knit-chick handbags. It takes into account the exciting choice of yarns available to the modern knitter, and focuses on using these to maximum effect. The variation ideas take the projects further, showing different patterns, yarns and styles through detailed photography. The book contains easy-to-follow instructions, which ensure great results, whether trying knitting techniques such as cables, fair isle or felting, adding a zip, straps or a handle, or stitching on motifs and embellishments.
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24,86 €
21 Sensational Patchwork Bags
These aren't your mother's handbags, they're better! Gone are the days of the basic black or brown bag that was built more for storage than for style. This exciting guide gives quilters the chance to show off their talents, add a fabulously unique bag to their own wardrobe or give as a gift, and learn new skills too. This fun and sassy book gives readers: -13 sets of detailed designs to create 21 stunning bags -Directions for creating a variety of bags including a tuck-in-bag, backpack, saddle bag, and camera satchel -Opportunities to delve into new techniques on a small scale before taking on bigger projects -Essential advice about selecting fabric and securing comfortable carrying straps A perfect guide for beginning and experienced quilters, and anyone fascinated with bags and interested in learning to quilt.
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24,86 €
Get The Most From Your Digital Camera
Appealing to the fast-growing number of people who are replacing their point-and-shoot cameras with digitals, Simon Joinson explains the basics - how digital cameras work and basic information about image files, how to take better pictures and how to manipulate them using any of the basic free manipulation software packages available (as well as Photoshop). There is also detailed information on how best to print digital images, arrange them into electronic albums, send them by email, post them on a website, as well as a host of other uses not possible before the advent of digital cameras. A really versatile book that will help everyone and anyone have fun with digital photography and use it to its full potential.
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33,16 €
Stash Buster Quilts
A book that provides solutions for quilters' biggest problem - designs that use up their fabric hoard or 'stash'. Features 14 exciting new patchwork projects, with stunning photography and detailed step-by-step instructions. Also shows at least 8 further quilts to give extra inspiration to quilters. Smaller projects also include bags, cushions and soft toys.
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38,17 €
Quick & Clever Christmas Cards: 100 Fast & Festive Cards & Tags
This book features an incredible 75 card and 25 tag designs in a wide range of colours and styles to help you make the perfect card for everybody on your Christmas card list. Explore a variety of fast techniques to make amazing Christmas cards and tags in less time than you think. Be inspired by the innovative variations on each project and discover an assortment of last minute seasonal card ideas in the super-quick gallery. Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and hardworking photographs enable even beginners to create impressive and professional results in no time.
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24,86 €