PETER THOMAS

Tom is a normal ten-year-old only child. He doesnt love much but he does love trains. When his dad books a surprise trip to a caravan park in North Wales, Tom and his mum are not looking forward to it. When Tom realises that the planned caravan site, the one with a train, amusements and a golden sandy beach, is not the one his father booked, one hilarious mishap after another follows. So begins a week of disastrous events caused by Toms dad who shows expert skill at creating havoc and mayhem wherever he goes. Toms dad manages to upset the majority of people he meets including the police, fire brigade and even the coastguard.Aimed at children, this story is entertaining for adults and children alike.

Winner of the 2022 Marsh Book of the Year Award A long-awaited volume in the New Naturalist series examining the trees of Britain. Trees are immensely valuable. They give shape to our lives with wood, the material that makes our homes, our books, our belongings; they nourish us with the air we breathe and the fruits we eat; and they sustain us, with their shade and the comfort of their presence. They are also fascinating they are the biggest and oldest living organisms on the planet and are essential components of many of the landscapes of Britain. Trees have been vital in determining the ecology of our planet as well as the development of human cultures and communities, yet how much do we really understand about them? How do trees live? How do they fit into their environments? Why are they so important to ecosystems on earth, and to us? And what does the future hold for trees? Can they solve the problems of climate change by absorbing enough carbon dioxide, and would we run out of oxygen if all the worlds trees disappeared? Do trees really talk to each other? There is much to learn about these silent giants. Ecologist Peter Thomas explores all these questions and many more, delving into the often hidden life of trees, using examples from around the world, from common trees to the unusual and bizarre. This comprehensive introduction to all aspects of tree biology and ecology presents the latest scientific and botanical discoveries and explores the wonders and mysteries of trees.

If you enjoy the occasional pub meal, a drink at the bar, or if youre interested in Lancashires social history, youre sure to find something entertaining in Peter Thomass introduction to the countys pubs. It opens with a round-up of the history of brewing, pubs and ale-selling, and a section on Lancashires pub signs, though most of the book is dedicated to an A-Z of over fifty of the most interesting inns. Their history, architecture, ghosts and associated legends are all featured, as well as the exploits of their famous and infamous landlords and landladies.Peters exhaustive research has resulted in a gem of a book which brings together the proud history, traditions and customs associated with Lancashire hostelries; from ale tasting at the Plough at Eaves to the Britannia Coconut Dancers at the Crown Inn at Bacup. A fascinating journey, with plenty of refreshment stops along the way, this will appeal to anyone with an interest in local history, and those whod like to know more about the convival surroundings in which they might enjoy a pint.

Peter Thomass introduction to the countys pubs opens with a brief chapter about the history of brewing and pubs, and a short history of pub signs in Yorkshire. Most of the book is dedicated to a round-up of interesting inns - their history and architecture, ghosts and legends associated with them, and famous and infamous landlords and landladies.