Books by Claire Masset

A whimsical and beautiful book celebrating these hidden gems of the National Trust - from specially made secret gardens to overlooked corners of famous gardens and re-discovered lost gardens. Stunning photography is accompanied by a wealth of fascinating historical and botanical details.

Some of Britain's surviving orchards are almost six hundred years old and whether laden with summer fruit or stripped bare by the winter are places of great beauty. This book reveals the story and rich diversity of Britain's apple, pear and cherry orchards.

The way we shop has undergone many transformations over the years - and a pioneer of one such change was the department store. This title charts the history of the department store, the innovations in retailing, advertising and technology, and the developments in fashion, design and working practices.

If ever the idea of Britishness could be distilled into liquid form it would be into the quintessential cup of tea. This title guides us through the evolution of tea from its beginnings as an exclusive imported luxury found only in up market coffee houses to its firm establishment in every household of Britain.