Castles are the most familiar medieval landmark across the Irish countryside. Their often romantic appearance belies their turbulent history and their lore abounds in stories of sieges, betrayals and daring escapes.

Including wonderful photographs and illustrations, Harry Hughes’ book describes the pilgrimage and details the history, archaeology, ancient traditions and folklore associated with Croagh Patrick.

The 26-metre-long Diplodocus skeleton that dominates the Central Hall of the Natural History Museum is one of the world's most famous dinosaurs. Dippy is both an engaging tale of discovery and a guide to one of the longest land animals ever to walk the Earth.

An accessible, entertaining guide to literary Dublin and the writers associated with it, from Swift to the present day.

This guide directs you to the tobacconists, wine merchants, coffee roasters, jewelers, and pasta makers that have delighted New Yorkers and visitors alike for generations.

Published to accompany the major BBC TV series of the same name, Museum of Life features all of the themes and events from the series, as well as stories about the Museum and the scientific research it is involved in.

Visit the Natural History Museum - 100 years ago. Featuring a wealth of stunning black-and-white photographs from the Museum's vast collection, this unique book offers a real flavour of life at one of London's oldest and most famous visitor attractions.

Charles Saumarez Smith recounts the history of the National Gallery, of which he was Director from 2002 to 2007.

Nature’s Treasurehouse takes you on a whirlwind journey through the history of the Natural History Museum, the people, the influences, the discoveries and much more.

2010 to 2013 is the centenary of Captain Scott’s Terra Nova expedition to Antarctica. A major new exhibition at the Natural History Museum profiles Scott and his expedition party and explores the scientific contribution it made to the understanding of Antarctica. This highly illustrated guide is published to accompany the exhibition.