Arcturus imprint: 479 books

Truth is often stranger than fiction, as this outstanding collection of urban myths and incredible stories vividly demonstrates. Among them you will find examples of amazing lawsuits, crazy criminals, humiliating misfortune, and embarrassing mistakes. What the stories all share is the capacity to make...

Uplifting and thought provoking, this collection of sayings by Benedict XVI provides an accessible introduction to his theology and his approach to modern-day faith. The pope is perhaps the most influential and important religious leader in the world, yet despite his high office, Benedict XVI has much...

The bitter Battle of Stalingrad was the turning point of WWII on the Eastern Front. The relentless and unstoppable German advances that had seen the panzers sweep hundreds of miles into Russia was finally brought to a halt at Stalingrad. The elite German 6th Army was first fought to a standstill, then...

A great collection of questions, answers and facts! Why can't elephants jump? Why don't sheep shrink when they get wet? Divided into sections about animals, people, the law and funny names and places, each part of this hardback book explores little known and often amusing information - Certain to entertain!

The purpose of 'Reflection' is a simple one: release - release from the confines and restraints that hold us all in check, release from tension and anxiety, release from dullness of mind and heaviness of heart. Divided into ten stages, 'Reflection' provides a step-by-step approach to discovering life's inherent beauty, simplicity and depth.

When we meet someone with spirit we experience their inner vitality. Likewise when we become spiritless, the vitality we have is lost. The Book of Spirit allows you to connect with the spring of life and gives practical guidance in developing a more spiritual outlook.

Ancient History gives readers an incredible insight into all aspects of human life in the ancient world. From the earliest civilizations to the medieval period, readers will learn about art, architecture, culture, religion & the remarkable individuals who shaped world history. Also available in the Questions...

Planet Earth is full of incredible images and fascinating facts about the world we live in. Readers are guided around the globel, ;earning about Earth's seasons and climate, the vast variet of landscapes, and many other amazing factsHave you ever wondered where 80 percent of the world's active volcanoes...

WORLD HISTORY is full of fascinating facts and images and takes readers on an illustrated journey through time. From the renaissance to the present day, readers will learn about the incredible people and events that have shaped today's world.When was photography invented? What happened at The Boston...

SPACE is full of incredible images and mind-blowing facts about the solar system, galaaxies, satellites, and much more! Readers will be fascinated to elarn about everything from shooting stars to space travel.Is it possible for humans to live in space? How many starts are there in the universe? How did the planets get their names? SPACE has the answers to all of these questions and many more!

Traditional IQ books are for those with a Mensa mentality. This compilation is for ordinary people who want to enhance essential brain functions, such as concentration, memory, and creativity. Uniquely, this book focuses on left-brain and right-brain puzzles, giving a complete mental workout. You'll...

Follow in the footsteps of the Codebreakers and establish whether you have the puzzle solving skills needed to have worked at wartime Bletchley Park. This collection of challenging and satisfying IQ puzzles forms part of a series of books produced by the Bletchley Park Trust. During World War...

This collection of intriguing and challenging codebreaking puzzles forms part of a series of books produced by the Bletchley Park Trust. During World War Two, Bletchley Park was the workplace for thousands of people whose job it was to read the encrypted messages of its enemies. Towards the end of 1941,...

This fantastic guide to drawing is an exciting addition to Arcturus' practical art manuals. Suitable for beginners and more experienced artists, it covers a complete range of subject matter, from basic exercises in line and tone, to still life, landscapes, animals and human portraits. At every stage,...