Originally published in 1988 the central issue of this book is city centre decline and the potential of adequate planning and transport for halting and reversing this decline. A highly topical international study, it examines the effects of public transport policies on the central areas of several British cities and those in the former West Germany and France. A series on in-depth case studies deals with the structure of central and local government and the operation of town and transport ...

This book is about how local public transport can be made a less unacceptable alternative to the private car than it is now. It is intended for officials, politicians and others interested in the land use/local transport conundrum. It is also valuable to town planners, those working for passenger transport authorities and anyone concerned with policy making and project appraisal for local public transport.

**Brought to you by Penguin.The new novel from the bestselling author of This Christmas and Maybe Next Christmas**Lou and Ben fell in love as teenagers at the Ballyheaney Christmas Eve party. Every winter, they saved the date for each other. Until everything changed one fateful night…Now, after years away, widower Ben and his young daughter are back, determined to revive the legendary party. But with only two weeks to make it happen, they need help...

Master hair stylist Barry Fletcher is in a unique position. Women and men from all walks of life have been confiding in him for years. Too often when we have relational issues, we seek counsel from those without relevant insight. Women talk to their girlfriends; men talk to the fellas. Wouldn't it make sense to seek information from closer to the source? Barry has heard the uncut, uncensored versions from both sides.If you sincerely want a man who is worthy of your special light an...

Literature on sex, intimacy and sexuality in later life has been heavily influenced by perspectives from more affluent regions, perpetuating the belief that the West is more sexually progressive and liberal than other cultures.This book challenges this belief by exploring diverse cultures and perspectives from the majority world, which are often overlooked. It highlights the importance of learning from cultures in the global South and East, dismantling stereotypes that frame them a...

**Brought to you by Penguin.She went home for Christmas…and found the love she thought she’d lost.**Curl up with this cosy Christmas romance bursting with twinkling lights, second chances and seasonal joy, from bestselling author Jenny BaylissWhen Fred returns home to her Scottish town she must confront her past and decide whether it can be a part of her future…Fred Hallow-Hart isn't in love with the idea of returning home to ...

Brought to you by Penguin.Jemima Jones is driving home to her family's magical hill-top farm for Christmas…And on arrival, she soon learns that her dad has been keeping a secret – all is not as it seems, and Hollybush Farm is struggling to make ends meet! Worried about losing the childhood home she loves, Jemima must pull on her winter wellies and get stuck in.Amid the chaos of chasing after escaping sheep and organising the Christm...

Brought to you by Penguin.At Ravendale Castle, nestled in the snowy heart of the Lake District, Lara is busy preparing for the Winter Spectacular — a glittering light trail that will fill the grounds with the magic of Christmas. It’s the perfect distraction from her recent heartbreak until Flynn, the ruggedly handsome technical manager, arrives and sparks start to fly.Flynn is determined to prove he’s worth taking a chance on. But just as Lara begins to bel...

The delightful new romantic series from the bestselling author of The Cornish Cream Tea novels and The Secret Christmas Bookshop.___________________________________Is a new beginning waiting for her this Christmas?When Imogen leaves her fiancé at the altar and escapes to her grandmother’s cottage by the sea, the only thing she wants to do is disappear.But in a village curious about their new arrival, Imogen finds hi...

Is this romance just for the season... or something more? This gorgeous, heartwarming story to transport you to the romantic Scottish Highlands is all you need for Christmas.'Loved it!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'So cosy and romantic' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Just wonderful' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Like a hug' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'You just escape into the story' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐Christmas with your ex and his family in a cosy cottage in the sn...

❄️Will love be on the menu this Christmas?❄️'A fabulous festive read''A positively delightful read – whatever the time of year' 'Imagine curling with this one with a hot chocolate and a blanket…sublime' ***The snow-dusted village of Tilldale comes alive at Christmas. Twinkling lights and carol singers make it the perfect setting for laughter, friendship, and the unexpected joys of the festive season.But heart...

In Wynbridge, the scent of autumn is on the breeze and love is in the air…Clemmie Bennett has been renovating beautiful Rowan Cottage on the outskirts of the small town of Wynbridge, for eighteen months following a very public heartbreak back in her childhood hometown. The popular Instagram influencer, lost her husband, sold their home, and has been cosied up the Fens and living a very private life, but now she feels it’s time for a change.A chance encounte...