New Releases by Rod Green

A tribute to the iconic watercraft--an enduring symbol of national identity--as depicted through 200 years of Canadian art. With its origins in commerce and Indigenous culture, and its status as a modern cultural emblem, the canoe serves as a link between Canada's rugged history and its contemporary character. Its humble and elegant form has long inspired artists to illustrate its journeys through waterways past and present, building a rich visual archive of the role the canoe played in shaping our nation and defining our spirit. The McCreath Canoe Collection, catalogued in this beautifully designed volume, spans 200 years of artistic output, encompassing 90 works from all provinces and territories (except the Yukon Territory) and covering all three Canadian coasts. Canoe showcases paintings, sculpture, prints, carvings, glass, ceramics, and birch bark canoes by 50 historical and contemporary artists, including such luminaries as Alex Colville, David Milne, Cornelius Krieghoff, Frances Anne Hopkins, Ernest Lindner, Illingsworth Kerr, and Walter Phillips. Each full-colour image is accompanied by thoughtful commentary about the work and artist. Canoe celebrates the vessel that has come to occupy a unique and shifting place in our national imagination, and that persists as a symbol of artistic inspiration and environmental connection. Selected works from the McCreath collection will be exhibited at the Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough, Ontario in 2026-27.

This funny and beautifully observed book pulls together humorous stories, funny quotes, quips and anecdotes from Scots talking about Scotland and others from all over the world relating what they most admire about the country.

The Trotter family have been pillars of the Peckham community for decades, so when a bin man found this folder of documents at the bottom of the refuse chute in Nelson Mandela Towers and saw that it had official council and even police documents in it, he thought it might be worth something. He passed it to his gaffer, who passed it to his gaffer, and it was then decided that this valuable overview of the area’s modern history seen through the experiences of a family whose connections stretch throughout the borough, should be published in the public interest... Documents include the Trotters’ family tree, paperwork from Rodney's school days, snapshots from family holidays, and even the first chapter draft of Rodney's novel. The book will be illustrated with never-before-seen memorabilia and ephemera, from Raquel's original dating agency form, from before she met Del, to a set of promt cards Del created for Trigger: 'DON’T let Roy Slater fit you up for stealing 3,000 Green Shield stamps ever again, even if you did get an electric blanket and a toaster when you came out of jail. DO try to remember that Dave is actually called Rodney.'

WARNING! DON'T LET YOUR PARENTS GET THEIR HANDS ON THIS BOOK!! 'Don't be naughty!' How many times have you heard that? At home, at school, pretty much everywhere you go, THEY are always telling you 'Don't be naughty' - even when you're not doing anything or bothering anyone at all! So, if THEY all assume that you're going to do something 'naughty' - why not just do it? The Naughty Kid's Handbook teaches you how to pull off all sorts of tricks, from ducking out of PE at school to swerving chores at home or annoying the neighbours - well, THEY never stop complaining about you anyway, do they? You can learn vital skills like how to lie, how to cheat and how to vomit at will to get what you want, and to get away with it. THEY think you are going to be naughty, so BE NAUGHTY - just don't get caught!

WARNING! DON'T LET YOUR PARENTS GET THEIR HANDS ON THIS BOOK!!'Don't be naughty!'How many times have you heard that?At home, at school, pretty much everywhere you go, THEY are always telling you 'Don't be naughty' - even when you're not doing anything or bothering anyone at all! So, if THEY all assume that you're going to do something 'naughty'... why not just do it?The Naughty Kid's Handbook teaches you how to pull off all sorts of tricks, from ducking out of PE at school to swerving chores at home or annoying the neighbours - well, THEY never stop complaining about you anyway, do they?You can learn vital skills like how to lie, how to cheat and how to vomit at will to get what you want, and to get away with it. THEY think you are going to be naughty, so BE NAUGHTY - just don't get caught!

Look inside an ambulance, police car, fire engine, rescue helicopter, waterbomber, lifeboat and more to find out their inner workings. With over 40 flaps to lift, Stephen Biesty brings his immersive artwork to a new younger age group in this interactive title.

With fascinating facts and insights, this book gives a richly detailed look at the medieval world and the lasting legacy of the Magna Carta.

"Lift the flaps to find out the secrets of some of the world's most amazing rescue vehicles...Discover eight incredible lifesaving vehicles, from giant fire trucks to high-tech helicopters to the awesome Submarine Rescue System, and learn how people are rescued from emergency situations all over the world. Join the rescue crew--there's no time to lose!"--Page 4 of cover.

Recounts Nelson Mandela's life, the history of the African National Congress, and the racial problems of South Africa.

With this book every man will be able to overcome whatever perils and difficulties he might encounter in the course of an adventurous life.

"[This book] explores every aspect of the development of the automobile from the evolution of the family car to the desire for speed and the need for "green" technology"--P. [4] of cover.

Lead a life of adventure from the cushions of your couch Long before emergancy assistance was just a cell phone call away and GPS systems kept the mystery out of even the deepest off-roading trips, toughness-mental and physical- and independence were valued far above technology. Our fathers and grandfathers know how to fend for themselves and survive in even the most perilous situations, but up until now, our generation has taken a pass on acquiring such crucial life skills. The Dangerous Book for Men shows how today's man can once again discover the exhilaration of an adventerous life with.

This book's hero is Darius Antonopoulos, an artist and apprentice printer who left London in 1605 to visit his ancestral home in Greece. What he found there was to send him on an incredible journey - a quest to discover the Seven Wonders of the World.

In this series, diorama pop-ups and atmospheric multi-layered sounds perfectly capture the atmosphere of each age, showing readers what it would have felt like to live at the time. 'Knights' invites readers to witness a battle, enjoy a lord's banquet, take part in a tournament and endure a siege.

Features a detailed account of the creation of the Titanic, telling the story of how the ship was designed and constructed and why its legend continues to fascinate.

Mr Bean has jokes for every day of the week and he has organised this collection of his favourite jokes so that you, too can have a stock of jokes for Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, any day you need a good laugh.

"Foyle's War" has been widely praised for its engaging storylines, admirable performances and also for the painstaking attention to detail that gives the series such an air of authority and authenticity. This book investigates the actual events and people that inform the fiction, and with stills from the show interspersed with historical images.

A coffin-shaped book offers facts and lore about cemeteries, skeletons, ghosts, apparitions, haunted buildings, vampires, werewolves, witches and spells, zombies, mummies, and Halloween.

Presents an account of how reindeer are raised at the North Pole by Santa and his helpers, with details on the skills they have to learn, the chores they have to do, and the tricks they like to play on the elves, along with descriptions of the personalities of some of the most famous reindeer.

Santa Claus - the very name conjures up images of a merry man in a coat with fur trim, presents, sleigh, elves. But how does Santa's suit work in boiling hot climates? And what do the reindeer have for breakfast?Santa Claus answers these and other questions in 15 themed spreads. Take a look at Santa's house and his workshop, where all the mail is sorted. Discover how his reindeer are selected and trained, where they live and what they eat. Find out how his sleigh works, and how he travels around the world in time to deliver all the presents.Fascinating items are innovatively integrated into the pages of Santa Claus to bring him and those close to him vividly to life. Containing a child's letter to Santa with his own notes on it, a recipe for Christmas cookies by Mrs Santa, and Santa's diary, readers will get to know him as never before.Ages 6 - 10

Engie Benjy shares his fabulous workshop with his friends Dan the Van and Jallop the Dog. Unlike many pre-school shows Engie's world is imbued with child's logic and imagination.

This children's puzzle book features one of the UK's best-loved—and most disastrous!—characters, Mr. Bean.

Enter the always unique and occasionally bizarre world of Bean in the Mr Bean 2003 Annual. Digital screengrabs have been used to recreate all the humour and originality of four Bean stories, adapted from the TV episodes. Plus there's games, including Mr Bean's Snakes and Ladders, crosswords, word searches, pictures puzzles such as spot the difference, quizzes and many other features including character profiles, Bean's photo album, and a step-by-step guide showing how to create an image of Bean.

An in-depth celebration of everything that has made Scalextric a constant favourite for nearly half a century. Hundreds of nostalgic colour images of cars, track and accessories from the past combine with modern shots of the latest equipment to make this a unique companion to international motor sport's 12-volt baby brother.

Did you know that it is actually possible to become addicted to curry? The average Chicken Tikka Masala brings 'an increase in blood pressure and heart rate that is similar to sexual arousal.' Which goes some way to explain why we so frequently end up in the local Indian restaurant late on a Friday night. The Little Book of Curry is full of belly laughs and mind-blowing facts about a very British obsession. From The Curry House Top Ten Singles (number one - 'Pappadum Preach' by Madonna) to the number of naans consumed on a Friday night in Bradford, via the Governor of Bengal and the two forgetful chemists who created Lea & Perrin's sauce. Spicy statistics and curry humor to bring on a severe case of the hiccups. The perfect gift for the curry freak in your life.

The Little Book of Lager is as satisfying as the first pint of the weekend, as funny as your mate after five and cheaper than a round. Full of facts, figures, quotes and brilliant one-liners this is a celebration of pub culture. The best beered-up witticisms from Danny Baker to Robbie Williams to Charles Dickens and a steady stream of extraordinary facts and figures. Do you know how many pints the average man will consume through his life? What does your choice of lager say about your personality? (If it's Heineken Export change now.) The perfect present for the drinker who really doesn't need any encouragement...

Written by journalists from Rolling Stone and The Sunday Times, and authorized by the whole group, this book follows The Rolling Stones on their record breaking world tour, culminating in Moscow in August 1990.