The Jewel Box

A plastic box with a lightbulb attached may seem like an odd birthday present. But for ecologist Tim Blackburn, a moth trap is a captivating window into the world beyond the roof terrace of his London flat. Whether gaudy or drab, rare or common, each moth ensnared by the trap is a treasure with a story to tell. In The Jewel Box, Blackburn introduces these mysterious visitors, revealing how the moths he catches reflect hidden patterns governing the world around us. With names like the Dingy Footman, Jersey Tiger, Pale Mottled Willow, and Uncertain, and at least 140,000 identified species, moths are fascinating in their own right. But no moth is an island—they are vital links in the web of life. Through the lives of these overlooked insects, Blackburn introduces a landscape of unseen ecological connections. The flapping of a moth’s wing may not cause a hurricane, but it is closely tied to the wider world, from the park down the street to climatic shifts across the globe. Through his luminous prose and infectious sense of curiosity, Blackburn teaches us to see—and respect—the intricate web of nature in which we’re all caught. The Jewel Box shows us how the contents of one small box can illuminate the workings of all nature.

From the author of The Shoe Queen comes a jazz-age tale of love set in the world of London’s high society. London, 1927. Diamond Sharp writes a racy newspaper column, using a fake name to conceal her identity. When she meets two charismatic American men who are bitter enemies, her life is turned upside down. She is drawn to both of them but isn’t sure whom she can trust. As she becomes increasingly involved with both, Diamond begins to uncover a nest of secrets that puts both her heart and her reputation at risk. Blending the rich historical detail of Philippa Gregory’s novels with the sophisticated glamour of Sophie Kinsella’s Shopaholic books, The Jewel Box is romantic historical fiction at its finest.

Wouldn't it be wonderful if you could describe your garden as a jewel box full of beautiful plant treasures? In this sequel to the bestselling "Shocking Beauty," garden impresario Thomas Hobbs shows you how. "The Jewel Box Garden" is a luscious, full-color book that features 160 new and startling photos by renowned garden photographer David McDonald. Hobbs explains his philosophy of gardening and life, or as he puts it, "Life As We Dream It Could Be." In his own provocative and highly original way, he encourages gardeners to tap into their creativity and invest their heart and soul in creating oases of beauty -- intimate spaces where they can escape the pressures of modern life.

An antique dealer’s revelation about a former queen’s priceless heirloom starts Nancy on a trail of exciting adventures. Madame Alexandra, now living incognito in River Heights, asks Nancy to find her missing grandson. With only one clue to go on – a faded photograph of the prince at the age of four – the young detective begins her search. Nancy’s investigation unmasks a slick imposter and reunites the long-separated family in this suspense-filled story.

London, 1927. The city is buzzing with life and at the centre of it all is 30-year-old Grace Rutherford. By day, Grace is a copy-writer at one of Londons biggest advertising agencies but by night she leads a double life as Diamond Sharp, the sharp-tongued author of a racy newspaper gossip column. Diamond Sharp on The Charleston:Last night a louche gentleman wreaked violent Charleston on me. They dance it dandily in Paris so how much longer is it going to be before the Londoner learns how to do it properly?But, although on the face of it Grace is a party girl without a care in the world, she is struggling with a troubled home life and lives in fear that her sister Nancy will discover a guilty secret she is keeping.And when Grace meets two enigmatic Americans who are sworn enemies, she is drawn into a nest of secrets, lies and love which will turn her life upside down and change it for ever.

Chloe had enjoyed a wonderful birthday party. She was looking at a jewellery box she had received as a present whilst sat in bed that night. The jewels on top of the jewellery box transformed into fairies. Now, with the help of her sister Aimee, she had to help them get back home to Fairyland.

Including songs from the favourite operas of Lo sposo deluso, Le nozze di Dorina, Il barbero di buon core, L'astratto, ovvero Il giocatore fortunato, Le gelosie fortunate, La villanella rapita, I due baroni di Rocci Azzurra, L'oca del Cairo, Il curioso indiscreto, etc.