Calculating the CosmosIan Stewart's up to the minute guide to the cosmos moves from the earth and the planets to the galaxy and the universe. He describes how galaxies, stars and planets form, why stars implode, how everything began, and how it's going to end. He considers parallel universes, fine tuning of the cosmos, whether life on earth will be snuffed out by a comet, and what extra terrestrial life may be like. He provides crystal clear accounts of gravity, spacetime,

A rather strange bargain

Inspirational hugely talented a much-loved household name his story is extraordinary

'This book is your bible' - the Independent

It may be the best book I've ever read' Chris Evans

we each have a vital role to play in the unfolding destiny of the world

with such wit and wisdom that will shape your attitude

and a defiant

Milly plans a sleepover

Biographies of designers and factories give the background information you need to help date and value objects

book of Books

A bumper collection of the funniest anecdotes jokes and stories from cricket's best-loved personalities proves that cricket is a funny game - even when rain stops play

so Miriam's jealousy and resentment of her grows