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This is the story of a national obsession.Ever since the Ratcliffe Highway Murders caused a nation-wide panic in Regency England, the British have taken an almost ghoulish pleasure in ''a good murder''. This fascination helped create a whole new world of entertainment, inspiring novels, plays and films, puppet shows, paintings and true-crime journalism - as well as an army of fictional detectives who still enthrall us today. A Very British Murder is Lucy Worsley''s captivating account of this curious national obsession. It is a tale of dark deeds and guilty pleasures, a riveting investigation into the British soul by one of our finest historians.

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THE REMARKABLE TRUE STORY BEHIND THE BBC''S MISS AUSTEN, NOW IN A STUNNING CELEBRATORY EDITION WITH NEW INTRODUCTION AND EPILOGUE: THE PERFECT GIFT FOR ANY JANE AUSTEN LOVER Readers LOVE Jane Austen at Home:''A "tour de force" which should be in the reading list of anyone who has either read the books or watched the film adaptations.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''This book is a delight . . . I will return to Austen''s novels with a greater appreciation of the hardships and hopes of her heroines.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''I devoured this. Jane''s story is told in vivid prose and a compassionate manner.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ------------- Where better to celebrate the 250th birthday of one of Britain''s most beloved novelists than the very rooms from which she quietly changed the world? In this bestselling biography, Lucy Worsley travels from room to room, house to house, showing us how and why Jane Austen lived as she did, examining the places and spaces that mattered to her. It wasn''t all country houses and ballrooms, but a life that was often a painful struggle. Jane famously lived a ''life without incident'', but with new research and insights Lucy Worsley reveals a passionate woman who fought for her freedom. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Lucy Worsley 'is a great scene-setter for this tale of triumph and heartbreak.' Sunday TimesOn the 200th anniversary of Jane Austen's death, historian Lucy Worsley leads us into the rooms from which our best-loved novelist quietly changed the world.This new telling of the story of Jane's life shows us how and why she lived as she did, examining the places and spaces that mattered to her. It wasn't all country houses and ballrooms, but a life that was often a painful struggle. Jane famously lived a 'life without incident', but with new research and insights Lucy Worsley reveals a passionate woman who fought for her freedom. A woman who far from being a lonely spinster in fact had at least five marriage prospects, but who in the end refused to settle for anything less than Mr Darcy.

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CELEBRATING 250 YEARS OF JANE AUSTEN - enter her world as you''ve never seen it before. The captivating new novel from popular television historian Lucy Worsley, exploring the life of Jane Austen from the perspective of her niecesWould she ever find a real-life husband? Would she even find a partner to dance with at tonight’s ball? She just didn’t know. Anna Austen has always been told she must marry rich. Her future depends upon it. While her dear cousin Fanny has a little more choice, she too is under pressure to find a suitor. But how can either girl know what she wants? Is finding love even an option? The only person who seems to have answers is their Aunt Jane. She has never married. In fact, she’s perfectly happy, so surely being single can’t be such a bad thing? The time will come for each of the Austen girls to become the heroines of their own stories. Will they follow in Jane’s footsteps? In this witty, sparkling novel of choices, popular historian LUCY WORSLEY brings alive the delightful life of Jane Austen as you’ve never seen it before.‘Enter the world of Jane Austen, with a cast of characters as ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Step behind the scenes of a Stuart household in this lavish, seductive and absorbing history from bestselling historian Lucy Worsley''A tour de force'' - Sunday TimesWilliam Cavendish, courageous, cultured and passionate about women, embodies the popular image of a cavalier. Famously defeated at the Battle of Marston Moor in 1644, he went into a long and miserable continental exile before returning to England in triumph on the restoration of King Charles II to the throne in 1660.Lucy Worsley brings to life a fascinating household of the 17th century, painting a picture of conspiracy, sexual intrigue, clandestine marriage and gossip. From Ben Jonson and Van Dyck to a savage, knife-wielding master-cook, Cavalier is a brilliant illumination of the stately home in England and all its many colourful inhabitants.

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The captivating debut children''s novel from popular television historian Lucy Worsley is an exciting and charming glimpse behind the scenes of the Tudor court. I would often wonder about my future husband. A knight? A duke? A stable boy?Of course the last was just a wicked fancy.Eliza Rose Camperdowne is young and headstrong, but she knows her duty well. As the only daughter of a noble family, she must one day marry a man who is very grand and very rich. But Fate has other plans. When Eliza becomes a maid of honour, she’s drawn into the thrilling, treacherous court of Henry VIII ...Is her glamorous cousin Katherine Howard a friend or a rival? And can a girl choose her own destiny in a world ruled by men?

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Why did the flushing toilet take two centuries to catch on? Why did Samuel Pepys never give his mistresses an orgasm? Why did medieval people sleep sitting up? When were the two ''dirty centuries''? Why did gas lighting cause Victorian ladies to faint? Why, for centuries, did people fear fruit?All these questions - and more - are answered in this juicy, truly intimate history of the home.Through the bedroom, bathroom, living room and kitchen, Lucy Worsley explores what people actually did in bed, in the bath, at the table, and at the stove. From sauce-stirring to breast-feeding, teeth-cleaning to masturbation, getting dressed to getting married, this book will make you see your home with new eyes.

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A brilliantly captivating children''s novel from popular television historian Lucy Worsley, exploring the most famous divorce in history from the perspective of the daughter of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon.By turns thrilling, dramatic and touching, this is the story as you’ve never seen it before - from the eyes of Princess Mary. More than anything Mary just wants her family to stay together; for her mother and her father - and for her - to all be in the same place at once. But when her father announces that his marriage to her mother was void and by turns that Mary doesn''t really count as his child, she realises things will never be as she hoped.Things only get worse when her father marries again. Separated from her mother and forced to work as a servant for her new sister, Mary must dig deep to find the strength to stand up against those who wish to bring her down. Despite what anyone says, she will always be a princess. She has the blood of a princess and she is ready to fight for what is rightfully hers.

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Explore the world of a young Queen Victoria in this captivating novel for children and young adults from popular television historian Lucy Worsley.‘You are my sister now,’ Victoria said, quietly and solemnly. ‘Never forget it. I love you like a sister, and you are my only friend in all the world.’Miss V. Conroy is good at keeping secrets. She likes to sit as quiet as a mouse, neat and discreet. But when her father sends her to Kensington Palace to become the companion to Princess Victoria, Miss V soon finds that she can no longer remain in the shadows. Miss V’s father has devised a strict set of rules for the young princess, which he calls the Kensington System. It governs her behaviour and keeps her locked away from the world. He says it is for the princess’s safety, but Victoria herself is convinced that it is to keep her lonely, and unhappy.Torn between loyalty to her father and her growing friendship with the wilful and passionate Victoria, Miss V has a decision to make: to continue in silence, or to speak out. By turns thrilling, dramatic and touching, this is the story of Queen Victoria’s childhood as you’ve never ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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'A rich, ripe, gorgeously seedy mystery.' - Kirstin Innes, bestselling author of Scabby QueenEDINBURGH, 1791. Ballad singer Isobel Duguid and her friend, the famous castrato Clessidro, are stars of the Edinburgh Musical Society. Despite Isobel's brash singing style, Clessidro's friendship and her own shocking murder ballads keep her on stage and enjoying an opulent lifestyle in Auld Reekie. Yet one night a note arrives from the mysterious Mrs Abercorn, regarding Isobel's most notorious song, The Fiddler's Wrath. It's the tale of a prima donna who died of heartbreak after her husband committed murder and was sent to the gallows.But as Isobel will discover, Mrs Abercorn's curiosity is far more than just a fickle interest. As Isobel recounts rising through the social classes, her role in this ill-fated tune is brought to light, awakening the chilling retribution of a once-buried secret.A story of betrayal, mystery, and the secrets some would die to protect. Perfect for fans of Patrick Süskind Perfume and Kate Foster's The Maiden.'This glorious romp through the filth, greed and duplicity of 18th century Edinburgh is a feminist delight. Highly recommended.' - Mary Paulson-Ellis'A wildly original and alarmingly readable historical novel whose dark, blood-soaked narrative takes us by surprise ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Video games have never been more murderous.Veronica wakes up trapped with four strangers in a sprawling manor house in a snow storm with a dead body, a mystery right out of an Agatha Christie novel. It feels so real - but it isn't. This is VR and this is THE Game; a rumoured Easter Egg hidden in other VR games that draws you into a competition for a prize beyond your wildest dreams. And there's no escaping the VR world until the Game is won.But while Veronica and her fellow players are trying to figure out the puzzle, something is not right in the VR world. Blackouts, glitches, NPCs acting strange, and a mysterious figure haunting their footsteps. Then when a player dies, and also dies in real life, all hell breaks loose.Without warning, the game Veronica thought she was playing gets overshadowed by a much darker, and much more real, mystery: who is killing us?'It may not be a game Veronica wanted to play, but it's one that she has to win - or die trying.

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What does ''custard and jelly'' mean in cockney rhyming slang?Which biscuit has half of its name on top of the cooker and the other half on the door?And 25 million of what drink are served by British Airways each year?We Brits can''t get enough of a quiz. Stumped for office party chit-chat? Quiz. Midweek visit to the pub? Quiz. Stuck inside in pyjamas on a rainy night and in the mood to cause a big family argument? You got it - quiz.This book is correspondingly filled with questions on all things wonderfully and unequivocally British - you''ll find all sorts of tickly teasers, complex conundrums, worrisome word searches and much more on topics ranging from our iconic weather to types of cake. Best enjoyed with a cup of tea and your favourite biscuit(s).***ANSWERS: Telly, Hobnob, buy the book and find out!***Praise for Very British Problems''Had us guffawing into our Earl Grey tea'' Bella''My favourite twitter account at the moment is Very British Problems (@soverybritish) . . . it makes me laugh out loud'' Tom Hiddleston''Hilarious'' Daily Express''Temple pays affectionate and comic homage to the sheer quirkiness of being British'' Good Book Guide

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DO YOU SUFFER FROM VERY BRITISH PROBLEMS ABROAD?If you...*Carry emergency teabags in your money belt*Quietly tut at badly formed ''queues''*Cleverly avoid blisters by wearing socks with your sandals...then you may have a serious problem for which there is no know vaccination. But don''t worry: Rob Temple is here to explain the symptoms/make fun of you. (In the nicest possible way.)Critics called the first Very British Problems book ''not bad'' and ''easy to gift-wrap'', so in an attempt to outdo himself, Rob''s taking us outside of our comfort zone. We''re going to that alarming place where crisps don''t quite taste the same and where ordering chips get you... well, crisps. We''re going abroad.From the optimum number of times to carry out panicky pre-trip passport checks to the horror of returning home to a milkless house, this is an affectionate into the cultural quirks and strange obessions that make us all so very British - especially when we leave the country.

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The Ultimate Locked-Room Mystery Where YOU Are the Detective!THE MOST ORIGINAL, META MURDER MYSTERY OF 2025, PERFECT FOR FANS OF STUART TURTON, ANTHONY HOROWITZ AND AGATHA CHRISTIE'A high-energy mystery, both exclamation point and question mark...a striking, playful novel' A.J. Finn'The ultimate locked room mystery for all Agatha Christie lovers out there' 5* reader review'Witty and remarkable and entirely unpredictable' Alex Pavesi--THIRTEEN GUESTS. THIRTEEN SUSPECTS. AN IMPOSSIBLE MURDER. A MYSTERY YOU MUST SOLVE - OR FACE THE CONSEQUENCES...What if a Great Detective reinvestigated the most famous unsolved murder case of the century?What if that Great Detective was you?You have been invited to a very special murder mystery party. Thirteen guests have been gathered - rather, thirteen suspects.But only one of them is a murderer. And only you can find them.Your task is simple. Listen to the witnesses, examine the evidence, and solve the case.Be careful. Trust no one. In this story, all may not be as it seems.The ultimate murder mystery is yours to solve.A word of warning, though - catch the killer, or face the consequences...--Why readers are loving THE GAME IS MURDER!'A truly unique mystery novel that's unlike anything else I've ever read' 5***** reader review'Offers a fresh and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Very British Problems are what make us so, well, British. And what better place to get to the heart of these problems than, urm, Britain? Starting in Land's End and heading all the way up to John O'Groats (via the Irish Sea), this tour of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland covering everything from the national sports of apologising, queueing and bog snorkelling to our national cuisine of chips, bread rolls and... chips in bread rolls. You'll take in sights such as Stonehenge (see the iconic prop from Spinal Tap in all its glory), Loch Ness (legend has it there is no monster) and Platform 9 (after a few hours waiting in a railway station, have your photo taken next to a brick wall) all whilst looking for somewhere decent to stop and eat your packed lunch. Britain is a maze of idiosyncrasies, loveable foibles and outright eccentricities and Rob Temple is here to reveal them in all their glory.

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There's an epidemic sweeping the nation Symptoms include: Acute embarrassment at the mere notion of 'making a fuss' Extreme awkwardness when faced with any social greeting beyond a brisk handshake An unhealthy preoccupation with meteorology Doctors have also reported several cases of unnecessary apologising, an obsessive interest in correct queuing etiquette and dramatic sighing in the presence of loud teenagers on public transport. If you have experienced any of these symptoms, you may be suffering from VERY BRITISH PROBLEMS. VERY BRITISH PROBLEMS are highly contagious. There is no known cure. Rob Temple's hilarious new book reveals all the ways in which we are a nation of socially awkward but well-meaning oddballs, struggling to make it through every day without apologising to an inanimate object. Take comfort in misfortunes of others. You are not alone.

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Will you be flummoxed by this Great British distraction?Do you know queuing etiquette? Twenty-one different ways to describe rain? Then this quiz book might be just your cup of tea.Politely challenge yourself, your family and your friends with questions on British culture, language, etiquette, of course, the weather, as well as lots of other essential, quintessential British subjects. Each quiz comprises 21 questions and answers are based on the real results from national surveys and polls. Hours of brain-bamboozling fun for all the family!

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''A rare writer with the courage to tell Britain some home truths about itself and where it''s headed. A much needed book''. - Ian Dunt''What Britain needs at the moment is not to be talked up or talked down, but simply a sense of itself that''s underpinned by clarity and honesty... This is exactly what Michael Peel provides in this persuasive, good-humoured book.'' - Jonathan Coe''A wake-up call for those still under the illusion that Great Britain plc punches above its weight''. - Chris Mullin, author of A Very British Coup''Entertaining and smart.'' - Geoff Norcott''Michael Peel is a top class thinker and writer. This is a necessary book as well as an extremely entertaining one.'' - Simon Kuper''Sharp, witty and eye-opening. As Peel convincingly argues, we can do so much better.'' - Matthew Parker, author of One Fine Day: Britain''s Empire On the BrinkUPDATED EDITION FOLLOWING 2024 ELECTIONHow do you see Britain? That might depend on your point of view, and as long time British foreign correspondent, Michael Peel has come to understand, it can look very different from outside.It''s tempting to think of the UK as a fundamentally stable and successful nation. But events of the past few ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Seven high profile guestsAn island cut off by a stormWill there be a murder before the weekend is out?After six long months with no new cases for her Cornish detective agency, Donna ‘Deadly’ Nightshade jumps at the chance to spend a weekend undercover on St Michael’s Mount.With seven high profile attendees – including the Home Secretary – this is a high stakes case. As a storm descends on the tidal island, they’re cut off from the rest of the world. Friends turn to enemies and before the rain has ceased it’s not just one murder Donna has to worry about – it’s two…Book 2 in The Edge of the World Detective Agency series, which follows Donna ‘Deadly’ Nightshade – former florist turned private eye – solve a new mystery amidst the dramatic cliffs and secret coves of Cornwall.Readers love Jo Silva:‘I was very impressed with the whole book…an excellent read with a lovely Cornish feel, one amazing method of murder, a talking parrot and the continuing promise of romance for Donna and Joe’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A classic cozy mystery with plenty of twists and turns in the plot’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Packed full of mystery, interesting characters and set in an incredible location’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I absolutely ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''A rare writer with the courage to tell Britain some home truths about itself and where it''s headed. A much needed book''. - Ian Dunt''What Britain needs at the moment is not to be talked up or talked down, but simply a sense of itself that''s underpinned by clarity and honesty... This is exactly what Michael Peel provides in this persuasive, good-humoured book.'' - Jonathan Coe''A wake-up call for those still under the illusion that Great Britain plc punches above its weight''. - Chris Mullin, author of A Very British Coup''Entertaining and smart.'' - Geoff Norcott''Michael Peel is a top class thinker and writer. This is a necessary book as well as an extremely entertaining one.'' - Simon Kuper''Sharp, witty and eye-opening. As Peel convincingly argues, we can do so much better.'' - Matthew Parker, author of One Fine Day: Britain''s Empire On the Brink''Lively and well-researched... If only Britain knew how it was seen!'' - The SpectatorHow do you see Britain? That might depend on your point of view, and as long time British foreign correspondent, Michael Peel has come to understand, it can look very different from outside.It''s tempting to think of the UK as a fundamentally stable ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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UPGRADE YOUR SMALL TALK GUIDED BY WORLD-LEADING WEATHER EXPERTS!From Foggy and Freezing to Scorching and Stormy, join the ultimate weather adventure through the great British seasons and uncover the extraordinary in every single day*.Are YOU the ultimate weather watcher?Do you know your drizzle from your mizzle?Ever wondered what rainbows are really made of?And could you pinpoint where lightning has struck twice?Pore over beautiful cloudscapes, learn the secrets of sunsets, discover freak weather and fogbows, and why forecasting was so important in British history, from D-Day to the Great Fire of London.Perfect for rainy days in or cloudspotting on the go, the Met Office share the best of almost 170 years of forecasting for the first time in this beautifully illustrated book. Packed with mythbusting, top trivia, stunning visuals and archive gems, shooting the breeze has never been so interesting!*Even when it is tipping it down.

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A secluded country house. A rogue Anglican priest. Ceremonial sex and mislaid fortunes.This is the almost-forgotten story of Victorian Britain''s strangest religious sect and its wealthy, mostly female, followers who believed they could ascend directly to heaven. Henry James Prince was a rogue Anglican priest with a flare for the dramatic, and the founder of the Agapemone, or ''Abode of Love''. He also claimed to be the immortal conduit of the Holy Spirit and purportedly engaged in free love and ceremonial sex with his female followers. But Prince''s eventual death didn''t mark the end of this strange sect... he was promptly replaced by another: John Hugh Smyth-Pigott - otherwise known as the Clapton Messiah.The Abode transformed a sleepy, rural corner of Somerset into one of England''s most notorious locations. While the followers shut themselves away and waited patiently for the end of the world, outrage grew - the word ''Agapemone'' became a byword for licentiousness or idleness, used by Charles Dickens and Ford Madox Ford. The reclusive Clapton Messiah became a fixture in the nation''s papers, with frenzied efforts to discredit the organisation and undermine its leader. And still the cult grew.Expertly drawing on primary sources to tell the story ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A secluded country house. A rogue Anglican priest. Ceremonial sex and mislaid fortunes.This is the almost-forgotten story of Victorian Britain''s strangest religious sect and its wealthy, mostly female, followers who believed they could ascend directly to heaven. Henry James Prince was a rogue Anglican priest with a flare for the dramatic, and the founder of the Agapemone, or ''Abode of Love''. He also claimed to be the immortal conduit of the Holy Spirit and purportedly engaged in free love and ceremonial sex with his female followers. But Prince''s eventual death didn''t mark the end of this strange sect... he was promptly replaced by another: John Hugh Smyth-Pigott - otherwise known as the Clapton Messiah.The Abode transformed a sleepy, rural corner of Somerset into one of England''s most notorious locations. While the followers shut themselves away and waited patiently for the end of the world, outrage grew - the word ''Agapemone'' became a byword for licentiousness or idleness, used by Charles Dickens and Ford Madox Ford. The reclusive Clapton Messiah became a fixture in the nation''s papers, with frenzied efforts to discredit the organisation and undermine its leader. And still the cult grew.Expertly drawing on primary sources to tell the story ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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WATERSTONES'' BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR 2023: PUZZLES AND HUMOURThe perfect quiz book to get you in the Christmassy mood, to play at the office Christmas lunch or to pop into a stocking.Q1: In Britain, it''s estimated that 800 million of what traditional Christmas treat are eaten each year?*Q2: Which actor gives the voiceover at the beginning of Love Actually?*Q3: True or False: Queen Elizabeth II wore a Santa hat for her 1996 Christmas Day televised speech.*We Brits can''t get enough of a quiz - and never has this been more true at Christmastime. So if you''re stumped for office party small talk, trying to make it through Christmas dinner with the in-laws, or simply a quiz connoisseur after puzzles with some festive flair, you can''t go wrong with the VERY BRITISH PROBLEMS CHRISTMAS QUIZ BOOK. Inside you''ll find all sorts of tickly teasers, complex conundrums, worrisome word searches and much more on topics ranging from nostalgic Christmas adverts and beloved TV specials to toys through the ages and everyone''s favourite holiday snacks. Best enjoyed with a cup of tea and a mince pie.*Answers: Buy the book and find out!

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WATERSTONES'' BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR 2023: PUZZLES AND HUMOURThe perfect quiz book to get you in the Christmassy mood, to play at the office Christmas lunch or to pop into a stocking.Q1: In Britain, it''s estimated that 800 million of what traditional Christmas treat are eaten each year?*Q2: Which actor gives the voiceover at the beginning of Love Actually?*Q3: True or False: Queen Elizabeth II wore a Santa hat for her 1996 Christmas Day televised speech.*We Brits can''t get enough of a quiz - and never has this been more true at Christmastime. So if you''re stumped for office party small talk, trying to make it through Christmas dinner with the in-laws, or simply a quiz connoisseur after puzzles with some festive flair, you can''t go wrong with the VERY BRITISH PROBLEMS CHRISTMAS QUIZ BOOK. Inside you''ll find all sorts of tickly teasers, complex conundrums, worrisome word searches and much more on topics ranging from nostalgic Christmas adverts and beloved TV specials to toys through the ages and everyone''s favourite holiday snacks. Best enjoyed with a cup of tea and a mince pie.*Answers: Buy the book and find out!

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Against the odds, former steel worker Harry Perkins has led the Labour party to a stunning victory. Now he''s going to dismantle Britain''s nuclear warheads, bring finance under public control and dismantle the media empires. But the establishment isn''t going down without a fight. As MI5 conspires with the city and press barons to bring Perkins down, he finds himself caught up in a no-holds-barred battle for survival. Described as ''the political novel of the decade'' when it was first published, A Very British Coup is as fresh and relevant now as it ever has been.

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Have you ever... Got into a four-hour argument over what does and does not belong in a full English breakfast? Sat perfectly still in terrified silence until the unknown number stops ringing and goes away? Replied to the question 'Can I get you anything? Tea, coffee, water?' with 'Lovely, thanks'? ...then you may (still) be suffering from VERY BRITISH PROBLEMS. Rob Temple is back to guide you through the maze of idiosyncrasies, loveable foibles and - let's admit - outright eccentricities that define this sceptred isle. Featuring groundbreaking original research from his @soverybritish Twitter account (spoiler: 84% of Brits prefer milk in first), this book may not be a remedy for your incurable VBPs, but it will certainly provide amusement as you hide in the loo from an unexpected visitor.

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Plyšový jednorožec Luna je interaktivní hračka vysoká 36 cm, která vypráví čtyři klasické pohádky. Při vyprávění pohybuje ústy, mrká očima a její roh svítí různými barvami. Hračka je vhodná pro děti od 2 let a je dodávána včetně potřebných baterií.

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• Vhodné pro děti již od 2 let

Objev podobné jako Dimian Luna pohádkový jednorožec poslechni si pohádku CZ

Ložní sada Ložní sada antialergenní a antibakteriální, sada obsahuje polštář Luxus Plus 70×90cm 900g UNICO zip a letní přikrývku Luxus Plus 140×200cm 450g, materiál polyester, materiál výplně polyester a duté vlákno, způsob výroby prošívané, bez vzoru. Klíčové vlastnosti přikrývky Luxus plus z ložní sady Brotex letní SETTato přikrývka patří k nejslabší z přikrývek sady Luxus plus a je vhodná hlavně pro letní obdobíPřikrývka obsahuje vysoce kvalitní dutinkové komorové pojené plně protialergické duté vlákno, které je určeno speciálně pro výrobu těchto přikrývekDíky tomuto vláknu se přikrývka obemkne kolem těla spícího člověka a přispěje k pohodlnému spánkuPovrchovým materiálem je 100% polyester - microfibre, velmi jemný na omakPřikrývky Luxus plus se dají prát v automatické pračce do 95 °C a poté sušit v bubnové sušičce na sníženou teplotu Parametry přikrývkyPoužití: letníRozměry: 140 × 200 cmBarva: bíláHmotnost pouze...

Objev podobné jako Brotex letní SET Luxus Plus, přikrývka 140×200cm letní 450g + polštář 70×90cm 900g UNICO zip (63298/55)

The ultimate showcase of the quirks, mishaps and traditions that define British life, all rolled into one bonkers season.

Objev podobné jako A Very British Christmas - Rob Temple

A gripping espionage thriller about an establishment plot to take control of 1970s Britain, by a writer who is ''poised to inherit the mantle of John le Carre'' ''Edward Wilson seems poised to inherit the mantle of John le Carré'' Irish Independent''More George Smiley than James Bond, Catesby will delight those readers looking for less blood and more intelligence in their spy thrillers'' Publishers WeeklyMarch, 1976. A secret plot unfolds on both sides of the Atlantic to remove the British prime minister from power. 1947: As a hungry Britain freezes through a harsh winter, a young cabinet minister makes a deal with Moscow, trading jet engines for grain and wood. 1951: William Catesby executes a Nazi war criminal in the ruins of a U-boat bunker. The German turns out be a CIA asset. Both men have made powerful enemies in Washington, and their fates become entwined as one rises through MI6 and the other to Downing Street. Now the ghosts of the past are returning to haunt them. A coup d''état is imminent, and only Catesby stands in its way.''A fantastic read'' Culture Matters''Le Carré fans will find a lot to like'' Publishers Weekly''The best espionage story you''ll read this ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako A Very British Ending - Edward Wilson

New motel owner Dee Stern has checked out of the familiar comforts in Studio City and checked in to the quaint village of Foundgold. Running a rustic getaway in the woods sure beats LA traffic—until murder ruins the peace and quiet . . .Down-on-her-luck sitcom writer Dee Stern is flipping the script. Twice divorced and wasting her talents on an obnoxious kids’ show, the lifelong Angeleno embraces the urge to jump in her car and keep driving. It''s a road trip with no destination—until she pulls into a mid-century motel filled with cobwebs and retro charm. Nestled in the shadow of a national park, it’s a time capsule of a place that, like her, could use some work. So, in the most impulsive move of her life, Dee teams up with best friend, Jeff Cornetta—who happens to be her first ex-husband—to transform the aging ranch into the Golden Motel-of-the-Mountains, a hiker’s oasis on the edge of the wilderness . . .But Dee and Jeff soon realize there couldn’t be two people more unprepared for the hospitality business. There’s also the panic-inducing reality of prowling bears and a general store as the only shopping spot for miles. Living and working in ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako A Very Woodsy Murder - Ellen Byron

Tréninkové kalhotky Petit Lulu velikost L jsou určeny pro děti o hmotnosti 14,5–19 kg. Kalhotky mají dvě vrstvy s bambusovou savou vložkou a nepromokavou PUL membránou, které zachytí menší nehody během dne. Jsou prodyšné, jemné k pokožce a dostupné ve třech velikostních variantách.

• Dvě vrstvy s nepromokavou PUL membránou a savou bambusovou vložkou
• Vynikající prodyšnost zabraňující pocení a vhodná i pro alergiky
• Anatomické absorpční jádro se přizpůsobí tvaru dětského tělíčka
• Snadné nasazení a sundání s veselým motivem medvídků

Objev podobné jako PETIT LULU Medvídci na měsíci tréninkové kalhotky L (8596040204604)

Dřevěná tahací mašinka od značky Lucy & Leo je skládačka ze 6 dílů, kterou si děti mohou sestavit a poté tahat na 45cm provázku. Hračka rozvíjí smyslové vnímání a splňuje bezpečnostní normu EN-71. Je vhodná pro děti od 3 let a má rozměry 9 x 11 cm.

• Rozvíjí smyslové vnímání a motoriku
• Splňuje evropskou normu bezpečnosti EN-71
• Vhodné pro děti od 3 let
• Kvalitní dřevěné zpracování

Objev podobné jako Lucy & Leo 157 Dřevěná tahací mašinka skládačka 6 dílů

Panenka Chou Chou Baby Luca z limitované edice má výšku 30 cm a je vhodná pro děti od 2 let. Disponuje pohyblivýma očima a vydává realistické zvuky sání z lahvičky, zívání a spánku. Součástí je čepička, která funguje zároveň jako maska na spaní, a panenka je dodávána bez baterií (3x AAA).

• Pohyblivé oči a realistické zvuky (sání, zívání, spánek)
• Čepička sloužící zároveň jako maska na spaní
• Limitovaná edice s atraktivním designem oblečení
• Vhodná pro děti již od 2 let věku

Objev podobné jako CHOU CHOU Baby Luca - limitovaná edice

Přívěsek Lumos Fénix je licenční produkt inspirovaný filmovou sérií Harry Potter, vyrobený z postříbřeného kovu. Je vhodný jako přívěsek na náramek, náhrdelník nebo jiné doplňky a část z jeho ceny jde na podporu projektu Lumos. Produkt je určen pro dospívající od 14 let.

• Licenční produkt inspirovaný filmovou sérií Harry Potter
• Postříbřený kovový materiál pro trvanlivý vzhled
• Vhodný jako přívěsek na náramek, náhrdelník nebo jiné doplňky
• Část ceny podporuje projekt Lumos na pomoc dětem

Objev podobné jako Harry Potter přívěsek Lumos - Fénix

Přívěsek Klofan je licenční produkt inspirovaný filmovou sérií Harry Potter. Je vyroben z kovu s postříbřením a vhodný jako přívěsek na náramek nebo náhrdelník. Část z prodejní ceny je věnována na charitativní projekt Lumos.

• Licenční produkt z filmové série Harry Potter
• Část ceny jde na charitativní projekt Lumos
• Vhodný jako přívěsek na náramek nebo náhrdelník
• Kvalitní kovový materiál s postříbřením

Objev podobné jako Harry Potter přívěsek Lumos - Klofan

Přívěsek Lumos s motivem Relikvií smrti je licenční produkt inspirovaný sérií Harry Potter. Je vyroben z postříbřeného kovu a vhodný pro nošení na náramku nebo náhrdelníku. Část výtěžku z prodeje je věnována na podporu projektu Lumos.

• Autentický licenční produkt z filmové série Harry Potter
• Univerzální použití na náramek, náhrdelník nebo jiné doplňky
• Část ceny podporuje charitativní projekt Lumos na pomoc dětem
• Kvalitní provedení z postříbřeného kovu

Objev podobné jako Harry Potter přívěsek Lumos - Relikvie smrti

Polštář Luxus plus o rozměrech 70 x 90 cm a hmotnosti 700 g je vyroben z polyesterového mikrovlákna s broskvovým omakem. Výplň tvoří neklesavé kuličkové duté vlákno UNICO. Polštář je vhodný jako klasický polštář nebo výplň do dekoračního povlaku a lze jej prát v pračce a sušit v sušičce.

• Vysoce kvalitní kuličkové duté vlákno UNICO, které není sléhavé a lze snadno naklepat.
• Povrch z mikrovlákna s broskvovým omakem a vysokou hustotou přízí.
• Možnost praní v automatické pračce a sušení v bubnové sušičce.
• Zip pro pohodlnou regulaci množství výplně.

Objev podobné jako Kvalitex Polštář Luxus plus se zipem 700 g, 70 x 90 cm

Khadlaj Lulu Al Khaleej je koncentrovaný parfémovaný olej s vysokým podílem vonných složek. Vůně prochází od svěžích bergamotových a kosatcových tónů přes pižmově-květinové srdce k teplému cedrovému dřevu a tonka bobům. Aplikace vyžaduje pouze malé množství pro dosažení osobité a dlouhotrvající vůně.

• Vysoká koncentrace vonných složek pro intenzivní vůni
• Dlouhotrvající sametová stopa díky cedru a tonka bobům
• Ekonomická spotřeba – stačí několik kapek
• Harmonická kombinace svěžích, květinových a dřevitých tónů

Objev podobné jako Khadlaj Lulu Al Khaleej - koncentrovaný parfémovaný olej 18 ml

Přívěsek Dobby je licenční produkt inspirovaný filmovou sérií Harry Potter. Je vyroben z postříbřeného kovu a je vhodný pro děti od 14 let. Část výtěžku z prodeje je věnována projektu Lumos, který pomáhá dětem najít rodinu.

• Licenční produkt z filmové série Harry Potter
• Část ceny podporuje projekt Lumos na pomoc dětem
• Vhodný na náramek, náhrdelník nebo jako sběratelský předmět
• Postříbřený kovový materiál

Objev podobné jako Harry Potter přívěsek Lumos - Dobby

Celoroční přikrývka Luxus plus obsahuje výplň z kvalitního dutého vlákna. Díky panelovému prošití je výplň fixována proti posunu. Přikrývka je vhodná pro praní v automatické pračce a sušení v sušičce.

• Výplň z vysoce kvalitního dutého vlákna pro celoroční použití
• Panelový prošitý vzor zajišťuje stabilitu výplně
• Snadná údržba – vhodná pro praní v pračce a sušení v sušičce

Objev podobné jako Kvalitex Přikrývka Luxus plus celoroční, 140 x 220 cm

Duo přikrývka Luxus Plus kombinuje letní a celoroční přikrývku spojenou zipem, což umožňuje nastavení hřejivosti podle sezóny. Je vyrobena z mikrovláknového povrchu a výplně z dutého polyesterového vlákna, s panelovým prošitím pro stabilitu výplně. Přikrývka je pratelná v pračce a sušičce.

• Celoroční použití s možností rozdělení na letní, střední nebo zimní variantu pomocí zipu.
• Povrch z mikrovlákna s broskvovým omakem, který v povlečení neklouže.
• Výplň z dutého polyesterového vlákna zajišťuje optimální hřejivost a prošití panelovým vzorem brání posunu výplně.
• Vhodná pro praní v automatické pračce a sušení v bubnové sušičce.

Objev podobné jako Kvalitex Duo přikrývka Luxus Plus celoroční, 140 x 200 cm

Celoroční přikrývka Luxus plus obsahuje výplň z kvalitního dutého vlákna. Díky panelovému prošití je výplň fixována a nedochází k jejímu posunu. Přikrývka je pratelná v automatické pračce a sušitelná v bubnové sušičce na sníženou teplotu.

• Výplň z vysoce kvalitního dutého vlákna pro celoroční použití.
• Panelové prošití zajišťuje stabilitu výplně a zabraňuje jejímu posunu.
• Snadná údržba – vhodná pro praní v pračce a sušení v sušičce.

Objev podobné jako Kvalitex Přikrývka Luxus plus celoroční, 140 x 200 cm

Celoroční přikrývka Luxus plus má výplň z kvalitního dutého vlákna a panelové prošití. Je vhodná pro všechny roční období díky zvolené tloušťce. Lze ji prát v automatické pračce a sušit v bubnové sušičce na sníženou teplotu.

• Výplň z vysoce kvalitního dutého vlákna pro celoroční použití
• Panelové prošití zajišťuje stabilitu výplně a zabraňuje jejímu posunu
• Snadná údržba s možností praní v pračce a sušení v sušičce

Objev podobné jako Kvalitex Přikrývka Luxus plus celoroční, 220 x 200 cm

Pánská softshellová bunda Loap LUFUS poskytuje ochranu proti větru a lehkému dešti díky membráně Aqua Pro. Částečné zateplení Polytherm zvyšuje tepelný komfort na chladnější dny. Klasický střih s nastavitelnou kapucí, reverzním zipem a stahovacím pasem zajišťuje pohodlné nošení.

• Membrána Aqua Pro s ochranou proti větru a dešti (5000 mm vodního sloupce)
• Částečné zateplení Polytherm pro tepelný komfort
• Praktické detaily: nastavitelná kapuce, reverzní zip, stahovací pas
• Víceúčelové kapsy: dvě vnější na zip a jedna vnitřní

Objev podobné jako LOAP LUFUS Pánská softshellová bunda, černá, velikost

Moulin Roty – Noční lampička Kočička LuluJemné světýlko pro klidné usínání – roztomilá noční lampička ve tvaru žluté kočičky Lulu se stane věrným společníkem při večerním usínání i nočním probuzení. Díky měkkému teplému světlu uklidňuje děti a pomáhá jim cítit se v bezpečí. Přenosná a dobíjecí – pomocí přiloženého USB kabelu Výdrž baterie: až 15 hodin na jedno nabití Rychlé nabíjení: za pouhé 3 hodiny Časovač: automatické vypnutí po 30 minutách (lze deaktivovat) Rozměry: 13 × 7 cm Hmotnost: cca 0,155 kg Vhodné od narození Co rozvíjí Pocit bezpečí – tlumené světlo pomáhá dětem překonat strach ze tmy Spánkovou rutinu – ideální součást večerního rituálu Samostatnost – děti se učí usínat bez přímé přítomnosti dospělých Proč si ji zamilujeteKočička Lulu je více než jen lampička – je to klidný společník do každého dětského pokoje. Díky přenosnosti ji můžete mít všude s sebou – doma, na cestách i na dovolené. Rodiče ocení funkčnost a bezpečnost, děti si zamilují její milý výraz a příjemné světlo.

Objev podobné jako Noční lampička Kočička Lulu

A major monograph documenting a decade of figurative and geometric work by London-based contemporary artist Lucy Williams. Her mixed-media bas-relief collages depict modernist architecture and interiors, from tower blocks and municipal buildings to private residences in Palm Springs. All made painstakingly by hand, this is a singular contemporary art practice that employs fine art, design and craft traditions in the digital age. Radiant City is a major monograph documenting a decade of figurative and geometric work by London-based British contemporary artist Lucy Williams (b. 1972, Oxford). Her mixed-media bas-relief collages depict modernist architecture and interiors, from tower blocks and municipal buildings to private residences in Palm Springs. All made painstakingly by hand, this is a contemporary art practice that, with the precision of an architect or a draughtsperson, references craft traditions, using materials including paper, Plexiglas, wood veneer, fabric, piano wire and thread. Space, form, pattern, design and geometry meet with colour and light to form mesmerising, detailed scenes such as tiled swimming pools with mosaic walls, the imposing facades of Brutalist buildings, and domestic interiors containing bookcases replete with books, vases and ornaments. In addition to figurative works, the publication also features the artist’s 'Threaded Collages', abstract geometric pieces ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Lucy Williams: Radiant City