"Herbaceous annuals give seasonal glory to the garden. But people look for permanent greenery, whether it is in parks or gardens or balconies. Hence the popularity of shrubs and climbers, with their soothing green foliage, colourful blooms and sweet perfumes.Growing Shrubs and Climbers, the newest title in our series on gardening, has page after page of valuable information and practical tips on the care, propagation and maintenance of shrubs and climbers. The beautiful illustrations and colo...

With little warning, many of the world’s volcanoes suddenly and simultaneously begin spewing smoke and ash into the atmosphere. The unprecedented event foretells a worldwide catastrophe, but what happens next, confounds the nations of the world. In a matter of days, the militaries of the major powers are all but defeated by an enigmatic enemy that seems to be invincible and whose origins are unknown. Enter Nathan Perry, a lowly assistant to the undersecretary of U.S. Homeland Security. Per...