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.
Exploring the Spiritual Reality at the Heart of Christianity
At the heart of Rudolf Steiner's anthroposophy is his teaching on the incarnation, death and resurrection of Christ, which he saw as the turning point in humanity's evolution. Steiner's Christology, however, differs from that taught in many mainstream churches, and can present a challenge to someone getting to grips with his complex and ......
In recent years, sustainability has become increasingly important in the wine industry. Concerns about environmental impact used to focus on how grapes were grown, and were perhaps regarded as the preserve of organic and biodynamic vineyards. Today, winemakers of all kinds, including large-scale conventional growers, are aware that sustainability ......
Welcome to the world of Elsa Beskow where flower folk, adventurous children and nostalgic landscapes are waiting to be filled with life and colour. This enchanting book includes quotations, hand-designed patterns and 30 classic scenes from some of Elsa Beskow's best-loved books -- Around the Year, Emily and Daisy, The Flowers' Festival, Pelle's ......
Are you ready to rediscover The Nowhere Emporium? Ross MacKenzie's beloved, Blue Peter award-winning fantasy adventure has been capturing young readers' imaginations for over a decade! Now loyal fans and new readers alike can explore the magical Emporium like never before, in this stunning new illustrated hardback edition. When the mysterious ......
A Biography of the Founder of the Camphill Movement
In 1940, Dr Karl Koenig founded the Camphill movement for people with special needs. Camphill has since grown into an international organisation and Koenig's pioneering work has benefitted the lives of countless people. But who was this extraordinary man and what inspired him? This engaging new biography draws on Koenig's letters and diaries and ......
The original, and still the best, biodynamic sowing and planting almanac, trusted by farmers and gardeners for 65 years. The simple, two-week-to-view layout features detailed planting, tending and harvesting information to help both seasoned biodynamic farmers and beginner gardeners maximise the yield and vitality of crops and plants. Trusted ......
The original biodynamic sowing and planting calendar -- essential reading for 65 years! The simple, two-week-to-view layout features detailed planting, tending and harvesting information to help everyone from seasoned biodynamic farmers to beginner gardeners maximise the yield and vitality of their crops and plants. Trusted by generations of ......
It's Monday morning -- and time for Sidney to take Dad to work. Except, Dad doesn't want to go. He's got a funny feeling in his tummy. Maybe he should just stay home instead... Sidney reassures Dad that he's just got a case of the Monday jitters. On the way to the office Sidney helps Dad find a very important folder and reminds him to pick up ......
Little snowflakes dance joyfully through the night sky, gently tumbling to the sleeping city below. As they swoop and swirl dizzily down into the warm glow of the streetlights, they discover a peaceful world of dark apartment buildings, empty parks and quiet streets with only the occasional lit window or late-night traveller to be seen. But the ......
