Food & Lifestyle

The food memoir that inspired a new way of thinking about what we eat and how we live. Illustrated with 12 pages of black and white photographs chronicling the author's remarkable life.

Humble plants have long been the spur to economic growth, the key to political power, the tools of conquest, yet until Henry Hobhouse wrote this pioneering book, they had rarely warranted even a footnote in history.

How to Die brings together the timeless wisdom on death and dying from the philosopher Seneca in one volume.

Every Day a Word Surprises Me is a compendium of witty, wise and opinionated quotes by writers across all eras and genres.

The Glory of Byzantium and Early Christendom is a celebration of 300 of Byzantium’s finest works of art and expressions of Christian faith.

A Little History of Archaeology is packed full of danger, debate, audacious explorers and astonishing discoveries around the globe.

The Royal Academy of Arts celebrates the 250th Anniversary of the Royal Academy, with over 550 glorious images. 

The Bauers explores the fascinating history of this family of talented botanical artists who defined the genre.

The Backyard Astronomer’s Guide is a stunning companion for beginners and experienced home astronomers.

Elizabeth David’s influence on our culinary tastes and attitudes was nothing short of revolutionary, bringing the warmth, aromas and tastes of the Mediterranean into Britain’s bleak post-war kitchen.

The Folio Book of Food and Drink is an anthology of culinary delights, stimulating appetites with literary extracts including Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Elizabeth David and Nigel Slater. This collection – exclusive to Folio – features a mouthwatering introduction by food writer Jojo Tulloh, and a selection of cartoons and 19th-century illustrations.

Diana Henry stirs up her favourite stories and places into evocative menus in How to Eat a Peach.

A comprehensive guide to one of the most exciting periods in design history. Published by Mitchell Beazley.

The essential guide to pricing your antiques, whether you're a dedicated collector or an enthusiastic browser, featuring over 8,000 images. Published by Miller’s.

The complete guide to British cooking by our most famous cook-carefully updated for the 21st century kitchen. Published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson.

With more than 100 delicious recipes and fantastic new ways to use your freezer, this book may just make your life that bit easier. Published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson.

A wonderful collection of recipes gathered from all corners of Britain and Europe, emphasising time-honoured techniques and seasonal ingredients as the basis of delicious, authentic cuisine.

This sparkling collection of Elizabeth David's articles showcases the work of the woman regarded as the 'best food writer of her time'.

Witty, practical and expert advice to suit gardens of any style and size. 

The River Cottage experts present an exhaustive guide to the ingredients that are at the very heart of their organic philosophy. Published by Bloomsbury.

Bring the delicious flavours of the Nordic bakery into your own kitchen with this new book from celebrated restaurateur Claus Meyer.

Simple yet special recipes by an acclaimed chef, designed to take your cooking to the next level. 

In Casablanca, My Moroccan Food, Nargisse Benkabbou blends traditional cuisine with a fresh, contemporary approach.