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''If I could work my will,'' said Scrooge indignantly, ''Every idiot who goes about with "Merry Christmas" on his lips, should be boiled with his own pudding, and buried with a stake of holly through his heart.''This year go carol-singing in the Cotswolds with Laurie Lee or attend church with a grumpy Samuel Pepys. Make plum puddings for bemused French villagers with Elizabeth David; go present shopping with Virginia Woolf or eat far too much with Agatha Christie. Celebrate Christmas at Chatsworth, in the workhouse or marooned in the ice with Shackleton ... For forty-five years, the arrival of John Julius Norwich''s latest Christmas Cracker became as essential a part of the Christmas experience as holly and mistletoe. In An English Christmas the late legendary popular historian gathered all the best writing about this strangest and most memorable time of year into one book and his brilliant eye for a story is evident on every page.Vividly evoking all the good things about the festive season, this unexpected anthology is just as entertaining about its darker aspects. Eight-year-old Princess Margaret''s thank-you list jostles with moving letters home from the trenches. Sherlock Holmes solves his trickiest case. George Orwell writes about indigestion; ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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My dearest darling- That partridge, in that lovely little pear tree! What an enchanting, romantic, poetic present! Bless you and thank you.Your deeply loving EmilyEveryone knows the ''Twelve Days of Christmas'', but not as rewritten by John Julius Norwich in this delightful correspondence, which records the daily thank-you letters from one increasingly bemused young lady to her unseen admirer. And who but Quentin Blake could exploit the full comic possibilities of this hilarious debacle as first birds, then maids and finally the full percussion section of the Liverpool Philharmonic bring mayhem to the calm of an English country Christmas?

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In 1969, John Julius Norwich, the legendary popular historian, gathered together the favourite things he''d come across in the last 365 days into one short charming pamphlet. Initially just a treat for his friends, it rapidly turned into a huge word-of-mouth success. And soon the arrival of John Julius Norwich''s latest ''Christmas Cracker'' became as essential a part of the English Christmas experience as holly and mistletoe. Norwich had a brilliant eye for a story and telling detail, and his Crackers are full of jokes, warmth and wit. Here in one bumper book is his final and 50th Christmas Cracker, alongside all the very best bits as picked out by his daughter Artemis Cooper. This is the perfect Christmas gift.

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A Short History of Byzantium is renowned historian, and author of A History of Venice, John Julius Norwich''s classic history of Byzantium Constantine the Great moved the seat of Roman power to Constantinople in AD 330 and for eleven brutal, bloody centuries, the Byzantine Empire became a beacon of grand magnificence and depraved decadence . . .Here then are the centuries dominated by ferocious arguments over the nature of Christ and his Church. By knowledge, where scholars and scribes preserved the heritage of the ancient world. By emperors like Justinian the Great and Basil the Bulgar-Slayer - men pious, heroic or monstrous. By creativity, as art and architecture soared to new heights. In this abridgement of his celebrated trilogy, John Julius Norwich provides the definitive introduction to the savage, scintillating world of Byzantium.''Norwich has the gift of historical perspective, as well as clarity and wit. Few can tell a good story better than he'' Spectator''A real-life epic of love and war, accessible to anyone'' Independent on Sunday''Norwich tells a remarkable story with boundless zest. He offers character sketches of the appalling personages who infest his narrative . . . with the assurance of a Macauley or a Gibbon'' Daily TelegraphJohn ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Renowned historian, and author of A Short History of Byzantium, John Julius Norwich''s classic history of VeniceA History of Venice tells the story of this most remarkable of cities from its founding in the fifth century, through its unrivalled status for over a thousand years as one of the world''s busiest and most powerful city states, until its fall at the hands of Napoleon in 1797. Rich in fascinating historical detail, populated by extraordinary characters and packed with a wealth of incident and intrigue, this is a brilliant testament to a great city - and a great and gripping read.''Norwich has loved and understood Venice as well as any other Englishman has ever done'' Sunday Times''Will become the standard English work of Venetian history'' Financial Times''The standard Venetian history in English'' The Times''Norwich has the gift of historical perspective, as well as clarity and wit. Few can tell a good story better than he'' SpectatorJohn Julius Norwich was born in 1929. He was educated at Upper Canada College, Toronto, at Eton, at the University of Strasbourg and, after a spell of National Service in the Navy, at New College, Oxford, where he took a degree in French and Russian. In ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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'Never before had the world seen four such giants co-existing. Sometimes friends, more often enemies, always rivals, these four men together held Europe in the hollow of their hands.' Four great princes - Henry VIII of England, Francis I of France, Charles V of Spain and Suleiman the Magnificent - were born within a single decade. Each looms large in his country's history and, in this book, John Julius Norwich broadens the scope and shows how, against the rich background of the Renaissance and destruction of the Reformation, their wary obsession with one another laid the foundations for modern Europe. Individually, each man could hardly have been more different -- from the scandals of Henry's six wives to Charles's monasticism - but, together, they dominated the world stage. From the Field of the Cloth of Gold, a pageant of jousting, feasting and general carousing so lavish that it nearly bankrupted both France and England, to Suleiman's celebratory pyramid of 2,000 human heads (including those of seven Hungarian bishops) after the battle of Mohacs; from Anne Boleyn's six-fingered hand (a potential sign of witchcraft) that had the pious nervously crossing themselves to the real story of the Maltese falcon, Four Princes ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The long awaited and highly revealing diaries of the politician, diplomat, and socialite (married to Lady Diana Cooper)''This is a fabulous, jaw-dropping read'' SUNDAY TIMES''Duff Cooper was as close to the action as anyone during the dramatic events of the mid-20th century. He was also comically priapic, committing enough sexual indiscretions to fill a dozen diaries'' SUNDAY TELEGRAPH''Fascinating for two things: their testament to an exhilarating century and their witness to a vanished age of power and privilege ... What a man'' OBSERVERDuff Cooper was a first-rate witness of just about every significant event from 1914 to 1950. His diary includes some magnificent set pieces - as a young soldier at the end of WWI, as a politician during the General Strike of 1926, as King Edward VIII''s friend at the time of the Abdication, and from Paris after the liberation in 1944, when he became British ambassador. If Duff Cooper''s name has dimmed in the 50 years since his death, publication of these diaries will bring him to the fore once again. His family have long resisted publication - indeed Duff Cooper''s nephew, the publisher Rupert Hart-Davis, was so shocked by the sexual revelations that he suggested to John ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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John Julius Norwich expertly examines the history of the oldest continuing institution in the world, tracing the papal line down the centuries from St Peter to the presentOf the 280-odd holders of the supreme office, some have unquestionably been saints; others have wallowed in unspeakable immorality. One was said to have been a woman, her sex being revealed only when she improvidently gave birth to a baby during a papal procession. Almost as shocking was Formosus whose murdered corpse was exhumed, clothed in pontifical vestments, propped up on a throne and subjected to trial. From the glories of Byzantium to the decay of Rome, from the Albigensian Heresy to controversy within the Church today, The Popes is superbly written, witty and revealing. ‘Charming and learned...The prose is elegant, the witticisms are plentiful, and the volume''s enthusiasm is addictive.’ Jonathan Wright, BBC History Magazine

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When on Christmas Day, 1130, Roger de Hauteville was crowned first King of Sicily, the island entered a golden age. Norman and Italian, Greek and Arab, Lombard, Englishman and Jew all contributed to a culture that was fantastically cosmopolitan; and to an atmosphere of racial and religious toleration unparalleled in Europe. But sixty-four years later, to the day, when the bastard King Tancred was defeated, the sun set on the Sicilian Kingdom. In this second volume of John Julius Norwich’s scintillating history of the Normans in Sicily, Norwich describes the ‘happiest and most glorious chapter of the island’s history.’

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A witty history of 2000 years of French history and the last book from legendary popular historian John Julius Norwich

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''Sicily is the key to everything'' Johann Wolfgang von Goethe The author of the classic book on Venice turns his sights to Sicily in this beautiful book full of maps and colour photographs.''I discovered Sicily almost by mistake . . .We drove as far as Naples, then put the car on the night ferry to Palermo. There was a degree of excitement in the early hours when we passed Stromboli, emitting a rich glow every half-minute or so like an ogre puffing on an immense cigar; and a few hours later, in the early morning sunshine, we sailed into the Conca d''Oro, the Golden Shell, in which the city lies. Apart from the beauty of the setting, I remember being instantly struck by a change in atmosphere. The Strait of Messina is only a couple of miles across and the island is politically part of Italy; yet somehow one feels that one has entered a different world . . . This book is, among other things, an attempt to analyse why this should be.'' The stepping stone between Europe and Africa, the gateway between the East and the West, at once a stronghold, clearing-house and observation post, Sicily has been ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In a sparkling, fast-paced narrative, Shakespeare’s Kings chronicles the turbulent events that inspired Shakespeare’s history plays, from Edward III to Richard III. In a time of uncertainty and incessant warfare – when the crown was constantly contested, alliances were made and broken, and the people rose up in revolt – this was the raw material that inspired Shakespeare’s dramas. But what really happened between 1337 and 1485? Where did history stop and drama begin? John Julius Norwich establishes just how real Shakespeare’s characters and events are and what liberties he took with the facts to entertain his audience. Shakespeare’s Kings is an illuminating companion to history and to the richness of Shakespeare’s imagination, with a body of work which still shapes our view of the past today.

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Knihu Dějiny Francie - Od Galů k de Gaullovi napsal diplomat a autor historických prací, pro nějž se Francie stala druhou vlastí. Norwich jako syn britského velvyslance ve Francii hluboce srostl s francouzskou kulturou a k jejím dějinám má osobní, ba možno říci citový vztah. Jeho kniha sleduje především politické dějiny Francie. Dozvídáme se, jak významní panovníci a vládci od franských králů přes Hugo Kapeta, Filipa Augusta, Františka I., Jindřicha IV., Napoleona I. až po Napoleona III. poznamenali osudy své země. Norwiche zajímá i jejich soukromý život; věnuje pozornost jejich manželkám a milenkám, charakteristickým vlastnostem, přednostem a slabostem, které podává s citem a porozuměním. Prostor dostávají i další významné osobnosti jako jsou bankéř Karla VII. Jacques Coeur, kardinál Richelieu, Robespierre, sestra krále Ludvíka Filipa Adelaida a významní státníci a vojáci republiky včetně de Gaulla. Autor komentuje významné bitvy, revoluce i pařížskou Komunu z roku 1871, na níž demonstruje specificky destruktivní mentalitu obyvatel francouzského hlavního města. Čtenář si díky této knize britského autora uvědomí zcela unikátní vztah Francie a Anglie, resp. Británie; neexistují patrně jiné dva evropské národy, jejichž historie by byla po mnoho staletí tak těsně propletena.

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Od počátků urbanizace v Mezopotámii až po dnešní globální metropole byla velká města průvodním znakem rozvoje lidské civilizace. Kniha Příběhy velkých měst vypráví jejich příběhy počínaje starověkem, od Uruku a Memfisu až po Jeruzalém a Alexandrii. Následují města prvního tisíciletí, od Damašku a Bagdádu přes Teotihuacán a Tikal až po Konstantinopol a Čchang-an. Za středověku vzkvétaly např. Paříž v Evropě, Benin v Africe či Angkor v jihovýchodní Asii. Předposlední oddíl uvede čtenáře do počátku moderního světa, mj. s Prahou, Amsterodamem a Mexikem, a poslední do doby moderních měst s Londýnem, Tokiem či Sao Paulem. Víc než 50 významných přispěvatelů přibližuje čtenáři charakter každého místa - jeho obyvatel, architektury a umění i jeho vládců - a vysvětluje příčinu jeho úspěchu. Kniha, kterou doprovází na 51 fotografií, kreseb, map a plánů, je vlastně portrétem světové civilizace.

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Od počátků urbanizace v Mezopotámii až po dnešní globální metropole byla velká města průvodním znakem rozvoje lidské civilizace.Kniha Velká města v historii vypráví jejich příběhy počínaje starověkem, od Uruku a Memfisu až po Jeruzalém a Alexandrii. Následují města prvního tisíciletí, od Damašku a Bagdádu přes Teotihuacán a Tikal až po Konstantinopol a Čchang-an. Za středověku vzkvétaly např. Paříž v Evropě, Benin v Africe či Angkor v jihovýchodní Asii. Předposlední oddíl uvede čtenáře do počátku moderního světa, mj. s Prahou, Amsterodamem a Mexikem, a poslední do doby moderních měst s Londýnem, Tokiem či Sao Paulem. Víc než 50 významných přispěvatelů přibližuje čtenáři charakter každého místa - jeho obyvatel, architektury a umění i jeho vládců - a vysvětluje příčinu jeho úspěchu.Kniha, kterou doprovází na 300 fotografií, kreseb, map a plánů, je vlastně portrétem světové civilizace.

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Chronicling the 'other Norman invasion', The Normans in the South is the epic story of the House of Hauteville, and in particular Robert Guiscard, perhaps the most extraordinary European adventurer between the times of Caesar and Napoleon. In one year, 1084, he had both the Eastern and Western Emperors retreating before him and one of the most formidable of medieval Popes in his power. His brother, Roger, helped him to conquer Sicily from the Saracens, and his nephew Roger II went on to create the cosmopolitan kingdom whose remaining monuments still dazzle us today. The Normans in the South is the first of two volumes that recount an extraordinary chapter in Italian history.

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The thirtieth anniversary edition of a witty Christmas classic from one of the world''s finest children''s book makers.It''s Christmas Eve and there is one present left in Father Christmas''s sack. It''s for a small boy called Harvey Slumfenburger, who lives far, far away on top of the Roly Poly Mountain. But no journey is too far for Father Christmas! Father Christmas sets out on an adventurous trek, by plane, jeep, moped and more, to ensure Harvey gets his present in time for Christmas.John Burningham''s timeless Christmas classic is all about kindness and sharing the spirit of Christmas, as relevant today as it was when it was first published.

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A stunning picture book for Christmas, written in Julia Donaldson'sperfect, heartfelt rhyme. Deep in a snowy wood stands a littlepine tree with a special destiny: it's going to be the famous Christmastree in Trafalgar Square! With gorgeous, atmospheric illustrations,this beautiful, moving story brims with festivity andhope.

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The definitive collection of folk music - one of the great English popular art formsOne of the great English popular art forms, the folk song can be painful, satirical, erotic, dramatic, rueful or funny. This magical new collection brings together all the classic folk songs as well as many lesser-known discoveries, complete with music and annotations on their original sources and meaning. Published in cooperation with the English Folk Dance and Song Society, it is a worthy successor to Ralph Vaughan Williams and A. L. Lloyd''s original Penguin Book of English Folk Songs.

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This new edition of an established text provides a succinct and up-to-date historical overview of the story of English literature. Focusing on how writing both reflects and challenges the periods in which it is produced, John Peck and Martin Coyle combine close readings of key texts with recent critical thinking on the interaction of literary works and culture. Providing a lively introductory guide to English literature from Beowulf to the present day, the authors write in their characteristically lucid and accessible style.A true masterpiece of clarity and compression, this is essential reading for undergraduate students coming across the vast areas of English literature for the first time and looking for a way of making critical sense of the texts being studied. In addition, the concise nature and narrative structure of this book makes it excellent reading for general readers.New to this Edition:- Revised chapter on twentieth century literature- Complete new chapter on twenty-first century literature- Updated Chronology and Further Reading section

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Evergreen trees are pillars of the winter – through extreme temperatures across the most bitter terrains, they stand tall and thriving, resilient in the face adversity. However, as the festive season draws to a close, these comforting conifers can often be found lining the streets, cast off and disused with wilted branches dotted across dustbins.How to Eat Your Christmas Tree is a cookbook brought to you from the sold-out supper club of the same name, which explores the unsung edible heroes of our forests – the humble Christmas trees and their evergreen friends! As well as recipes for cooking with pine, fir and spruce this book also encourages reflection around food waste and resourcefulness in an age of deforestation and climate crisis and asks how we might be able to celebrate nature in an alternative way.

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Vzdělávací karetní hra FUN CARD ENGLISH – CHRISTMAS AND WINTERProcvičte angličtinu zábavně s tématikou Vánoc a zimy! Sada 50 karet s otázkami nabízí skvělou kombinaci zábavy a vzdělávání. Každá karta obsahuje kvízovou otázku z oblasti zimních a vánočních témat, na druhé straně pak najdete odpověď a doplňující informace o kultuře anglicky mluvících zemí. Ideální pro výuku ve škole i doma Hráči se zbavují karet pomocí správných odpovědí Podporuje aktivní používání gramatiky a slovní zásoby Obrázky na kartách pomáhají s vizuálním zapamatováním Co rozvíjí Anglickou slovní zásobu a jazykové dovednosti Porozumění kulturním reáliím anglicky mluvících zemí Rychlé rozhodování a paměť Obsah balení 50 oboustranných karet s otázkami, odpověďmi a ilustracemi Pevná krabička s víkem pro dlouhodobé používání Perfektní volba pro učitele angličtiny, rodiče i zvídavé děti od 10 let, kteří chtějí spojit učení s radostí z objevování vánočních tradic.

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A masterpiece of autobiography, and perhaps the first literary memoir of an addict, the Penguin Classics edition of Thomas De Quincey''s Confessions of an English Opium-Eater is edited with an introduction by Barry Milligan.Confessions is a remarkable account of the pleasures and pains of worshipping at the ''Church of Opium''. Thomas De Quincey consumed daily large quantities of laudanum (at the time a legal painkiller), and this autobiography of addiction hauntingly describes his surreal visions and hallucinatory nocturnal wanderings through London, along with the nightmares, despair and paranoia to which he became prey. The result is a work in which the effects of drugs and the nature of dreams, memory and imagination are seamlessly interwoven, describing in intimate detail the mind-altering pleasures and pains unique to opium. Confessions of an English Opium-Eater forged a link between artistic self-expression and addiction, paving the way for later generations of literary addicts from Baudelaire to James Frey, and anticipating psychoanalysis with its insights into the subconscious.This edition is based on the original serial version of 1821, and reproduces two ''sequels'', ''Suspiria de Profundis'' (1845) and ''The English Mail-Coach'' (1849). It also includes a critical introduction discussing the romantic figure of the addict and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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This book is for university students, with at least a mid-intermediate level of English.It can be used as part of an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course, either alone or with the companion volume Giving an Academic Presentation in English.The chapters are independent so that EAP teachers and students can choose those sections that best fit their needs. This means that a course can range from a minimum of 20 hours, up to 60 hours or more.There is an introductory chapter that includes what role academics play in today’s world, where success is not just measured in terms of paper output but also involvement in interdisciplinary projects and supporting society at large.Each chapter covers a particular section of a paper (Abstract, Introduction, Methods etc) and begins with a discussion exercise on what the exact purpose of each section is. This purpose is also highlighted by comparisons with non-academic situations where similar skills are required. There are many examples and templates – none of which are lengthy or complex - but which are designed to highlight key points.Students learn what style to adopt (we vs impersonal), the correct tenses to use in each section, typical mistakes, and useful phrases.The course is ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Buon Natale -- A Merry Christmas -- made all the more joyful with these literary treats filled with ancient churches, trains whistling through the countryside, steaming tureens, plates piled high with pasta, High Mass, dashed hopes, golden crucifixes, flowing wine, shimmering gifts and plenty of style. In this collection, classic works by Boccaccio to Pirandello intertwine with more recent stories from writers like Anna Maria Ortese, Natalia Ginzburg and Nobel laureate Grazia Deledda to bring together the greatest festive tales from the land of enchantment: Italy. Bursting with family chaos, carols and yuletide cheer, An Italian Christmas showcases stories that put the passionate, fiery side of the festive period back into Christmas.

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''Nobody does get-away-from-it-all romance like Jenny Colgan'' Sunday Express ____________________Christmas on the remote Scottish island of Mure is bleak, stark - and incredibly beautiful.''An evocative, sweet treat'' Jojo Moyes ''Gorgeous, glorious, uplifting'' Marian Keyes''A cracker - the must-read this festive season'' Sun''Irresistible'' Jill Mansell ''Just lovely'' Katie Fforde ''Naturally funny, warm-hearted'' Lisa Jewell ''A gobble-it-all-up-in-one-sitting kind of book'' Mike GayleIt''s a time for hunkering down, getting cosy in front of whisky barrel wood fires, and enjoying a dram with the people you love - unless, of course, you''re accidentally pregnant to your ex-boss, and don''t know how to tell him. In what should be the season of peace and goodwill on earth, will Joel think Flora is a bearer of glad tidings?Meanwhile Saif, the doctor and refugee from war-torn Syria is trying to enjoy his first western Christmas with his sons - but without his missing wife. Can the little family possibly find comfort and joy?Travel to the beautiful northern edge of the world and join the welcoming community of Mure for an unforgettable Christmas.____________________ Why readers ADORE Jenny Colgan ''Jenny Colgan has a way of writing that makes me melt inside'' ''Her books are so good I want to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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When shadows grow longer, when expectation weighs heavy, how do people in Ireland mark Christmas? A woman shops for a very particular Christmas dinner: a man tries to buy a puppy for his daughter: a girl watches as her mother roasts a fowl over an open fire. From old traditions to the creation of new ones, from moments of quiet reflection to chaos, comedy and even horror, this alternative seasonal collection reflects the stunning breadth of experiences an Irish Christmas offers. CONTRIBUTORS: Belinda McKeon, Sophie White, Tim MacGabhann, Conner Habib, Roisin Kiberd, Maggie Armstrong, Sue Rainsford, Jessica Traynor, Niall Bourke, Briana Fitzsimons, Soula Emmanuel, Mike McCormack and from Booker Prize-winner Anne Enright

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Donne created new forms of lyric, satire, elegiac and religious verse, and his independence of view, compact manner of expression encompassing conflicting moods, impassioned paradox, outbreaks of cynicism and wry humour make his work particularly appealing to the twentieth-century mind. His poetry reflects every stage of his development from the piratical Jack Donne who sailed with Ralegh against the Spaniards and spent riotous nights in the London streets, to the penitent John Donne who became Dean of St Paul''s and the most celebrated preacher of his age. C. A. Patrides'' edition of Donne''s English poems is undoubtedly the most complete and scholarly available.

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Nástěnné zrcadlo Norwich z kolekce Casa Chic by blumfeldt má obdélníkový tvar s rozměry 130 x 45 cm. Dřevěný rám o šířce 7 cm je zdoben mozaikovým vzorem a rámuje kulatý zrcadlový povrch s broušenými hranami. Zrcadlo je vhodné do moderně zařízených interiérů jako obývací pokoj, ložnice, koupelna nebo vstupní hala.

• Elegantní mozaikový vzor na dřevěném rámu šířky 7 cm
• Kulatý zrcadlový povrch s broušenými hranami pro bezpečnost
• Univerzální využití do obývacího pokoje, ložnice, koupelny i haly
• Štípaná povrchová úprava dodávající moderní luxusní vzhled

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For hundreds of years English people have claimed that fair play is at the core of their national identity. Jonathan Duke-Evans looks at the history of fair play in Britain from earliest times to the present, asking whether it is in fact a British, or alternatively an English, characteristic at all - and if so, whether fair play still matters today?In An English Tradition?, Jonathan Duke-Evans explores the origins of the idea of fair play, tracing it back to the classical world and the Dark Ages, and finding its genesis deep within England''s social structure. Charting its early development through both the tales of chivalry and the stories of popular legend, the book shows how fair play manifested itself in literature, the law, the Christian religion, and the family. It examines the way in which fair play was conceived during the ages of slavery and empire, and it proposes a new account of the birth of modern sport in the encounter between age-old popular games and the Victorian cult of amateurism. Taking in the Scottish, Irish, and Welsh manifestations of fair play, Duke-Evans offers contrasts and comparisons from cultures all around the world, and suggests new perspectives on the relevance ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Clockmaking in England has a long and illustrious history, from the first clocks in medieval monasteries, through the Renaissance to the ‘Golden Age’ of the 17th and 18th centuries and into the modern world of mass production. This book is an introduction to the innovations pioneered by English horologists and scientists, who led a revolution in clock design, transforming astronomy and navigation that was essential to the making of the modern world. Alongside these developments, English craftsmen produced timepieces of unrivalled beauty and quality, many of which are now treasured antiques.

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The bestselling book that inspired the Bafta-winning BBC dramaCorruption. Blackmail. Conspiracy to murder. A Very English Scandal has all the hallmarks of a classic thriller with one difference. It''s all true.In the late 1960s Jeremy Thorp, the charismatic leader of the Liberal Party, was at the height of his political career. But homosexuality had only just been legalized, and a former relationship with a younger man named Norman Scott threatened to destroy Thorp''s carefully curated facade. Helped by fellow politicians, Thorpe schemed, deceived and embezzled until he saw only one way to silence his ex-lover for good.Meticulously researched and endlessly extraordinary, Thorp''s trial captured the moment that British society discovered the truth about its political class - and learned just how far the Establishment will go to protect its own.''Gripping. A story of cack-handed assassins, buffoonish policemen, dodgy Home Secretaries'' Daily Telegraph''I loved it; eccentric, dark, humane and English in the very best sense'' Alain de Botton''Retold with masterful skill . . . It grips like a detective story'' Daily Mail, Book of the WeekJOHN PRESTON''S NEXT BOOK, FALL: THE MYSTERY OF ROBERT MAXWELL, IS AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER NOW

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A Pulitzer prize-finalist peels back the curtain on an unexplored part of Julia Child's life—the formidable team of six she collaborated with to shape her legendary career.Julia Child's monumental Mastering the Art of French Cooking and iconic television show The French Chef required a team of innovators to bring out her unique presence and personality. Warming Up Julia Child is behind-the-scenes look at this supporting team, revealing how the savvy of these helpers, collaborators, and supporters contributed to Julia's overwhelming success. Julia is the central subject, but Helen Horowitz has her share the stage with those who aided her work. She reveals that the most important element in Julia Child’s ultimate success was her unusual capacity for forming fruitful alliances, whether it was Paul Child, Simone Beck, Avis DeVoto, Judith Jones and William Koshland (at Knopf), and Ruth Lockwood (at WGBH). Without the contribution of these six collaborators Julia could never have accomplished what she did. Filled with vivid correspondance, fascinating characters, and the iconic joie de vivre that makes us come back to Julia again and again, Warming Up Julia Child is essential reading for anyone who adores Julia and her legacy.

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‘Tis the season for gold, frankincense and murder…It’s winter in the small town of Dewstow, and Margery is preparing for her first Christmas as Summerview school’s kitchen manager. She’s supported by her wife, Clementine, and is trying to stay focused on the task at hand.The pair are determined to stay out of the way of the Christmas concert planning that has gripped the rest of the staff. However, they are caught in the crossfire when the stage lights collapse at the first practice, killing Mrs Large, the music teacher.Mrs Smith, the Head of Drama, is the prime suspect and is desperate for the Dinner Lady Detectives to clear her name. Mrs Smith is convinced that it’s sabotage by her rival, Mrs Blossom, the drama teacher at Ittonvale Secondary, but there’s evidence that points to her own misdeeds. Can Margery and Clementine trust their friend? And when things start to heat up in the kitchen, will they make it out in time?A charming and festive British village mystery, perfect for fans of Robert Thorogood and Fiona Leitch.Praise for The Dinner Lady Detectives ''This cosy crime novel has some hilarious moments and is perfect to curl up with'' Heat''A brilliant read! Bella''A ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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One of six beloved Christmas classics in collectible hardcover editions Christmas at Thompson Hall brings together the best of the Christmas stories of Anthony Trollope, one of the most successful, prolific, and respected English novelists of the nineteenth century. Characterized by insightful, psychologically rich, and sometimes wryly humorous depictions of the middle class and gentry of Victorian England—and inspired occasionally by missives in the “lost letter” box of the provincial post office that Trollope ran—these tales helped to enshrine the traditions of the decorated Christmas tree, the holiday turkey, and the giving of store-bought gifts. Today, they open a window onto a time when carolers filled the streets and each house’s door displayed a wreath of evergreen boughs, a time at once distant and yet startlingly familiar. Penguin Christmas Classics Give the gift of literature this Christmas. Penguin Christmas Classics honor the power of literature to keep on giving through the ages. The six volumes in the series are not only our most beloved Christmas tales, they also have given us much of what we love about the holiday itself. A Christmas Carol revived in Victorian England such Christmas hallmarks as the Christmas tree, holiday cards, and caroling. The Yuletide ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Originally published in 1948, An English Farmhouse is Geoffrey Grigson's careful survey of the old English farmhouse and its associated buildings. Grigson paints a vivid picture of rural life in the preceding centuries, and creates a delicate weave of social history.

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LP vinyl - Vánoční výběr Vánoční výběr Rok vydání : 2020 Seznam stop LP 1 Strana A / The Decemberists - Please Daddy (Don't Get Drunk This Christmas) / The Band - Christmas Must Be Tonight / Canned Heat - Christmas Blues / Rufus Wainwright - Spotlight On Christmas / Chuck Berry - Run Rudolph Run / Harry Nilsson - Remember (Christmas) / Johnny Cash - Blue Christmas / The Smithereens - Rudolph, The Red-Nosed Reindeer / LP 1 Strana B / Butch Walker - Walking In A Winter Wonderland / Bob Dylan - Must Be Santa / Little Steven & The Disciples Of Soul - Merry Christmas (I Don't Want To Fight Tonight) / The Mavericks - Hey! Merry Christmas! / Bob Seger & The Last Heard - Sock It To Me Santa / Steve Earle - Nothing But A Child / Babybird - Xmas God Of New York / Weezer - We Wish You A Merry Christmas / LP 2 Strana A / Darlene Love - Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) / Stevie Wonder - Someday At Christmas / James Brown - Please Come Home For Christmas /...

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Delia has long been the person we turn to for stress-free Christmas celebrations. This year, she celebrates 40 years of writing recipes and brings you Delia''s Happy Christmas - the definitive guide to Christmas food.This cookbook will help you to plan your Christmas festivities to the very last culinary detail, acting as an invaluable Christmas organiser from reminding you to make your Christmas pudding and chutneys in November to giving you a crucial countdown for the Last 36 Hours.Delia''s Happy Christmas will give you 150 recipes, including 100 new recipes and 50 much-loved classics, plus menu plans and shopping lists, illustrated with glorious full-colour photography. There are recipes for all your favourite traditional dishes - Delia''s Classic Christmas Cake recipe has been in print for over 40 years and has never been bettered, but Delia has also created a Chestnut Cupcakes recipe to satisfy modern tastes. Of course there is Delia''s foolproof recipe for a Traditional Roast Turkey and all the trimmings, and The Only Traditional Christmas Pudding as well as ideas for parties, boxing-day suppers, vegetarian feasts and what to do with leftovers.Organisation is the key to success. If you follow Delia''s Christmas calendar, you will be sure to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A fun and festive collection of crocheted Christmas baubles and decorations from five talented designers presented in 5 different Christmassy themes.  Select one theme or mix and match to create your perfect Christmas tree decorations. The designs are suitable for all levels of crocheters and are quick and simple to make. Each theme offers five new patterns. Choose from Santa''s Grotto which includes the classic Santa Claus with his reindeer to traditional Christmas trees, elves and a string of dancing gingerbread men; or why not crochet a delightful Frozen Winter Wonderland of snowflakes, snowmen, hearts and candy bows complete with a Snow Princess. Our Fairy Tale theme is sure to appeal to children and features a fancy Christmas fairy with a jolly pair of Christmas birds, red woodland toadstools and a characterful Christmas gnomeIf you are looking for something more sophisticated, you will be inspired by the stylish collection of Scandinavian Christmas baubles in classic red & white, complete with bunting or our stunning White Christmas theme featuring an amigurumi Christmas tree, with mistletoe baubles, snowflake bunting and Chinese lanterns with Christmas berries.All the patterns and instructions you need to crochet your bauble collection are included.

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No poet has been more wilfully contradictory than John Donne, whose works forge unforgettable connections between extremes of passion and mental energy. From satire to tender elegy, from sacred devotion to lust, he conveys an astonishing range of emotions and poetic moods. Constant in his work, however, is an intensity of feeling and expression and complexity of argument that is as evident in religious meditations such as ''Good Friday 1613. Riding Westward'' as it is in secular love poems such as ''The Sun Rising'' or ''The Flea''. ''The intricacy and subtlety of his imagination are the length and depth of the furrow made by his passion,'' wrote Yeats, pinpointing the unique genius of a poet who combined ardour and intellect in equal measure.

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John Maynard Keynes’s 1936 General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money is a perfect example of the global power of critical thinking. A radical reconsideration of some of the founding principles and accepted axioms of classical economics at the time, it provoked a revolution in economic thought and government economic policies across the world. Unsurprisingly, Keynes’s closely argued refutation of the then accepted grounds of economics employs all the key critical thinking skills: analysing and evaluating the old theories and their weaknesses; interpreting and clarifying his own fundamental terms and ideas; problem solving; and using creative thinking to go beyond the old economic theories. Perhaps above all, however, the General Theory is a masterclass in problem solving. Good problem solvers identify their problem, offer a methodology for solving it, and suggest solutions. For Keynes the problem was both real and theoretical: unemployment. A major issue for governments during the Great Depression, unemployment was also a problem for classical economics. In classical economics, theoretically, unemployment would always disappear. Keynes offered both an explanation of why this was not the case in practice, and a range of solutions that could be implemented through government monetary policy.

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This book tells the amazing story of the Morgan Motor Company, from the primitive, but very successful cyclecars of Edwardian times, through to the iconic British sports cars of the Classic period in the 1960s. Morgan defied conventions, survived economic hardships, resisted take-over bids and carried on in its inimitable way, hand-crafting ‘proper’ cars out of the historic row of workshops in the spa town of Malvern. Morgan – An English Enigma takes an in-depth look at the Morgan Motor Company during the Vintage and Classic periods, benefitting from access to previously unseen documents and drawings, and featuring 500 images, over half of which have never before been published. This fascinating story will appeal to those with an interest in motoring history, the motor sport enthusiast and anyone who appreciates fine British sports cars.

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This book not only tabulates the hallmarks that enable the identification of silver items but also traces the history of English silver, describing some famous makers and providing hints on spotting fakes.

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The golden rule of fake dating someone? Don''t fall for his sister...After the year from hell, Haf is ready to blow off steam at a Christmas party. A no-strings-attached kiss with a stranger under the mistletoe is just what she needs.But by the next day, rumours have spread. Everyone believes she and Christopher are madly in love and spending the festive season with his family in the English countryside. To save her new friend from embarrassment - and with no better plans of her own - Haf agrees to go along with the ruse.Until she meets Kit: Christopher''s mysterious, magnetic and utterly irresistible sister.She can''t possibly fall for her fake boyfriend''s sister this Christmas . . . can she?*****EVERYONE LOVES MAKE YOU MINE THIS CHRISTMAS:''Joyous, funny and full of warm, relatable characters, this is the queer Christmas rom-com I''ve been waiting for'' LAURA KAY''The perfect cosy Christmas read - sexy, sweet and smart'' KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE''Cosy, Christmassy and wonderfully queer'' KATE DAVIES''Joyous'' LILY LINDON''A thoroughly modern love story filled with joy, inappropriate Christmas jumpers and a daring reindeer rescue. I adored it'' TANYA BYRNE''An adorable Christmas novel filled with terrible schemes, a grand ball and one very horrible goose'' KAT ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Night Before Christmas is an enchanting Christmas story that has brought Santa Claus to life for generations. Now in a magnificent 3-D pop-up edition for children of all ages! Celebrate the holiday season with this interactive edition of the #1 New York Times bestselling classic poem.''Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the houseNot a creature was stirring, not even a mouseCarry on a family tradition or start one of your own with this new version of the classic Christmas book for children and families. Initially published anonymously as A Visit from Saint Nicholas, and credited as a work by Clement Clark Moore, this timeless tale is the perfect family read as children prepare for Santa and his reindeer on Christmas Eve.This 3-D pop-up edition includes:3D pop-up elements that offer a new take on this nostalgic Christmas classicLavish vintage inspired illustrations, including a fold out, by renowned, New York Times #1 Bestselling artist Charles SantoreThe original poem by Clement Clark MooreA nod to Dutch references in the poem, specifically the Dutch name "Donder" for one of the reindeerThe Night Before Christmas:Is perfect for family read-alouds, gatherings, or countdown to ChristmasMakes a great holiday, Advent, or Christmas gift for ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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John P. Kotter’s Leading Change: Why Transformation Efforts Fail is a classic of business literature, and an example of high-level analysis and evaluation. In critical thinking, analysis is all about the sequence and features of arguments. When combined with evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of an argument, it provides the perfect basis for understanding corporate strategies and direction. Kotter applied these skills to his own experiences of coaching large and small businesses through changes aimed at improving their performance.At its heart, Kotter’s conclusion was simple: unsuccessful transformations usually result from poor management decisions. His view was that it was not enough for executives to have management skills. Strong leadership is required, together with a clear process that can be used by all kinds of companies and organizations, no matter what sector they are operating in. Looking at his own successes and failures alike, Kotter used his analytical skills to understand the sequence and features of relevant arguments before evaluating their strengths and distilling them down to identify common mistakes managers make when they try to implement change. This practical application of two core critical thinking skills allowed him to develop an eight-stage model for successful organizational transformation – a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Miska JULIA KNIGHT SEA TURTLE v zelené barvě a malém provedení je určena pro servírování potravin. Je vhodná zejména pro podávání oříšků a oliv. Jedná se o praktický doplněk každé domácnosti.

• Elegantní zelená barva vhodná do každé domácnosti
• Praktická velikost pro servírování oříšků a oliv
• Kvalitní keramické provedení s motivem mořské želvy
• Univerzální použití pro různé druhy potravin

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Legendary author of The Artist's Way Julia Cameron has pioneered the field of creative recovery, inspiring millions of people around the world to discover their true creative selves. Now in Write for Life, the 'Queen of Creativity' speaks directly to writers - it is an openhearted invitation to begin, stick with, and finish a project. Write for Life delivers a wonderful balance of firm and inspiring advice, shaped into a 6-week program for writers of all levels.From setting daily writing quotas to changing genres, fighting perfectionism to polishing a first draft, Julia Cameron provides holistic guidance and support every step of the way. Write for Life is written for every writer, and every writer should read it. It is Julia Cameron at her best, distilling decades of wisdom and experience in practical lessons on the craft and spiritual practice of writing.Itis an unmissable addition to Julia Cameron's creative canon, destined to sit in the pantheon of classic books on writing.

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For the 26th book in his highly successful P&Q series, Kaffe has chosen a bucolic English farm as the inspiration for his new collection of quilts. The green fields, lush fruit trees, charming farm animals, and rustic beauty of a classic English farm serve as the perfect backdrop for the visual feast only Kaffe Fassett can serve.

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''Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house...Get cozy this holiday season with the enchanting tale of The Night Before Christmas. This spellbinding story book, captured in the #1 New York Times bestselling edition, breathes life into the magic of Santa Claus. The beautifully crafted hardcover features an embossed cover and an enticing four-page foldout, making it an ideal Christmas gift!With this beloved story you can carry on a cherished family tradition, or perhaps begin your own. Gather your loved ones for a read-aloud on Christmas Eve as anticipation for Santa and his reindeer builds.The classic edition includes:The elegantly designed hardcover with a stunning, embossed foil-stamped coverA vast four-page foldout to transport you into the narrativeClassic, vintage-inspired illustrations by Charles Santore, a celebrated artist and New York Times #1 bestsellerThe treasured poem by Clement Clark MooreA tribute to Dutch references in the poem, including the Dutch name "Donder" for one of the reindeerThe Night Before Christmas — the perfect choice for family read-alouds or festive get-togethers, and an enchanting holiday or Christmas gift that children of all ages will cherish. Known for his gorgeous interpretations of classic children''s stories such as Aesop''s Fables, The Velveteen Rabbit, and The ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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