Floris publish books in two main areas: non-fiction for adults, and books for children. Within our non-fiction list, we focus on quality books which look at the world a little differently. Our books cover all aspects of holistic and alternative living, including Steiner-Waldorf education, biodynamics and organics, holistic health, philosophy of the natural world, mind body spirit, parenting and child health, philosophy of human life and religion & spirituality.
We're also the largest children's book publisher in Scotland. We publish board and picture books for 0-7 year olds, including international stories in translation and nostalgic classics from illustrators such as Elsa Beskow, as well as the Picture Kelpies range of Scottish picture books; story books and anthologies for 6-10 year olds; and the Kelpies, a much-loved range of Scottish children's fiction for 1-15 year olds. We also publish a wide range of craft and activity books suitable for children and adults of all ages.
Rosalind's little deer is captured by a king and kept in a golden cage. Can the little girl persuade the king to let her friend go free? An adorable mini edition of Elsa Beskow's charming story with classic vintage illustrations and a cloth spine.
Meet Archie the Scottie Dog in this unique novelty shaped board book! Archie likes sausages and going to the park, but he does not like cats. Archie likes digging in the muddy garden, but he does not like baths. And Archie LOVES his family! Young ones will enjoy spending time with a sweet Scottie dog in this colourful and sturdy board book, ......
Although belief in karma is widespread today, found in the teachings of established religions and New Age groups alike, it is often misunderstood by both critics and believers. It is seen by some as fatalistic and lacking in compassion when confronted with suffering and misfortune, and by others as a way of indulging their curiosity about past ......
Dads made a delicious-looking pancake and everyone wants some -- but the pancake has other ideas! It flips out of the pan and flies through the open door shouting: "No ones going to eat me, Im far too fast. Catch me if you can!"
The elements of geometry are points, lines and planes, together with Space and Nothing. In Euclidian geometry, we observe these as if we are point-centred beings concerned with extensive measurement. In non-Euclidian, or projective geometry, we are 'planar' beings observing spatial relations, free of measurement, as dynamic and transformational. ......
In this concise and fascinating history, Bernard Jarman, former Director of the Biodynamic Agricultural Association for the UK, charts the development of biodynamics in Britain following its arrival in 1928 through to the present day.
The 2024 Maria Thun Biodynamic Almanac adapted for North American (EST) times. The original, and still the best, biodynamic sowing and planting calendar, now in its 62nd year. Shows the optimum days for sowing, pruning and harvesting plants and crops.
The original, and still the best, biodynamic sowing and planting calendar, now in its 62nd year. Shows the optimum days for sowing, pruning and harvesting various plants and crops.
